Canarsie Library

Canarsie Library Canarsie Library (BPL) serves the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn. The library has operated at its current location since 1960.

Canarsie Library has served southeast Brooklyn since 1909, when it opened as a deposit station with a small collection of books. Since joining the BPL system in 1932, Canarsie has twice moved to larger facilities in response to high demand for its services.

Need help with your resume? Get help from a trusted librarian at NHS Brooklyn - Canarsie Office(1734 Rockaway Parkway) f...
05/26/2026

Need help with your resume? Get help from a trusted librarian at NHS Brooklyn - Canarsie Office
(1734 Rockaway Parkway) from 1-2pm TOMORROW May 27th.

Stop by the NHS Brooklyn for help with your resume, cover letter, interview, and job search questions. All sessions are one-on-one on a first come, first served basis.

Happy Star Wars Day!!Here's what we've got going on this week.Today at Saratoga Library, 182 Thomas Boyland Ave. Stop in...
05/04/2026

Happy Star Wars Day!!

Here's what we've got going on this week.
Today at Saratoga Library, 182 Thomas Boyland Ave. Stop in before 6 for a Stem Kit (featured below) made by Canarsie TRS, Emaliy.

On Wednesday, from 1-2 pm, drop by NHS Brooklyn, 1734 Rockaway Parkway, for free resume and Career help.

From 2 to 3 pm, stop by Sylk Cove and Lounge, 1370 Rockaway Parkway, for a Spring Reset Kit Grab n' Go.

On Thursday, from 3:30 to 4:30, stop by Sylk Cove to decorate a gift for Mother's Day (ages 3-12).

We can't wait to see you!

We have a full day of mobile Library events this Wednesday from 11-4 pm, we'll be parked outside of McDonalds, 1467 Rock...
04/13/2026

We have a full day of mobile Library events this Wednesday from 11-4 pm, we'll be parked outside of McDonalds, 1467 Rockaway Parkway. Return books, get library cards, use computers, and stop at our table to learn about what resources the library can offer you. We will have the Tech Mobile in attendance, along with our Technology Resource Specialist, to assist you with tech learning.

We will also have a seed starter kit giveaway, courtesy of our Teen Librarian.

https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/grab-and-go-seed-kits-canarsie-library-20260415-1100am

https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/techmobile-canarsie-canarsie-library-20260415-1100am

Roses are sometimes red,Violets are sometimes blue,Tulips are often yellow, But the Canarsie Library always loves you.Di...
04/03/2026

Roses are sometimes red,
Violets are sometimes blue,
Tulips are often yellow,
But the Canarsie Library always loves you.

Did you know that April is International Poetry Month?
Stop outside of Sylk Cove, 1370 Rockaway Pkwy, on Tuesday, April 7 from 3-4 for a free poetry craft. This program is for kids and tweens.

We can't wait to write with you.

The Canarsie Library is currently closed for renovation. The new building may open as soon as 2027! In the meantime, you may join the Canarsie team for fun and educational events at various locations in Canarsie. These events are free, open to the public, and do not require registration unless speci...

Address

1580 Rockaway Pkwy
Brooklyn, NY
11236

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 1pm - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+17182576547

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