City Island Library - NYPL

06/01/2026

Within 10 minutes of opening on our first day of offering the special edition US 250 library cards, we have our very first patron wanting to switch over! Get yours today!

https://www.nypl.org/help/library-card

05/30/2026

Do you have a passion for writing? Join us for our Island Writers, a creative writing group, every Tuesday at 1 PM!

05/27/2026

Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 AM! Join us for live, program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books as we show you that storytime is fun for the whole family. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. The stories are followed by a craft!

First Come, First Served. A limit of 15 children and caregivers per session.

https://bit.ly/4dyGK8S

05/26/2026

Please note that all NYPL locations will close at 5 PM on Thursday, May 28. We apologize for any inconvenience.

05/22/2026

Please note that all NYPL locations will be closed Saturday, May 23, through Monday, May 25. We apologize for any inconvenience.

05/15/2026

Join us tomorrow for this fantastic event!

Join us for a fantastic program with local photographer on Saturday, May 16th @ 1 PM!

Learn how to capture professional-quality photos and videos using just your smartphone, led by a highly regarded and respected photographer based in City Island, Ron Terner from Focal Point Gallery!

For more information, please check out our event listing here: https://on.nypl.org/4379104

05/14/2026

Amazing event for teens coming up at the Library for the Performing Arts! Make sure to register!

TEENS 📣 Join NYPL The New York Public Library for our first ever Teen Lit Night at New York Public Library for the Performing Arts on Saturday, June 13 📚

✨ Lit Night will feature an author program with Deb JJ Lee and lots of bookish activities including screen printing, music, button making, book recommendations, and much more. Plus, there will be free snacks and book giveaways!

This event is TOTALLY FREE, although you do have to be between the ages of 12 and 18. Register at the link in bio to reserve your spot!

05/13/2026

Join us for a fantastic program with local photographer on Saturday, May 16th @ 1 PM!

Learn how to capture professional-quality photos and videos using just your smartphone, led by a highly regarded and respected photographer based in City Island, Ron Terner from Focal Point Gallery!

For more information, please check out our event listing here: https://on.nypl.org/4379104

05/12/2026

Pick up an entry form for I BIRD NY at the City Island Library! Use your observation skills and take the Challenge by identifying any 10 bird species of your choosing in New York State.

I BIRD NY is run and managed by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Learn more here: https://dec.ny.gov/things-to-do/birding/i-bird-ny