In the Libraries: January at George Bruce

By
Maggie Barrows
January 07, 2022

This January, George Bruce Library on 125th Street will host virtual book discussions for teens and adults, crochet & chat hours, and live online storytimes for children. 

NYPL locations offer nearly all of their in-person services with masks required. All library events will be held virtually through January 31, but the George Bruce Library is open for browsing, seating, and computer access.  

Upcoming Events
  • Live online story time for children ages 3-5 (and their caretakers) takes place on January 11, January 18, and January 25 at 12:30PM
  • This month's Open Book Hour for adults is on January 12 at 12PM. Join your fellow readers to swap recommendations, talk about your current reading, and more.
  • Learn basic crochet techniques and enjoy some good (virtual) company at the Crochet & Chat hours on January 12 and January 26 at 2PM.
  • Join the Teen Advisory Group on January 18 at 4PM to help guide George Bruce Library staff as they choose books to recommend and plan programming aimed at teenagers.
  • Teens ages 13-18 can discuss whatever they're currently reading at the Open Book Hour on January 25 at 4PM
Exhibitions and Resources
  • What was New York reading in 2021? Check out NYPL's top checkouts of 2021 to find out.
  • The library's expert librarians have shared their Best Books of 2021 for adults, teens, kids, and Spanish books for kids.
  • Get learning resources for kids of all ages, educators, parents, and caregivers. Whether in person or online, the library connects you with after school care, books, homework help, learning activities and tools, and much more.
  • Late fees are gone for good. Read up on how book return policies will work going forward.
  • Watch one of the recorded story times with your child, hosted by George Bruce children's librarian Margo Moore. 

The New York Public Library (NYPL) is a great resource for New Yorkers, offering virtual events, free online services, and a wide variety of support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Columbia Neighbors has partnered with the George Bruce Library on 125th Street to provide regular updates from library staff and highlight its fantastic offerings.

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