Woodlawn Heights Library

06/05/2026

Culture Pass Presents: DrawNow! DibujaAhora! by The Drawing Center
Friday, June 12, 2026, 11 AM - 12 PM

Join Ada Pilar Cruz, teaching artist with The Drawing Center for an in-person bilingual discussion about The Drawing Center with hands on drawing activity.

The workshop will be based on current exhibition: Ceija Stojka: Making Visible —which features her work which is centered on her Roma life and heritage.

La educadora y artista Ada Pilar Cruz, de The Drawing Center presentará un taller de arte.

Los participantes explorarán el trabajo derivado de la exhibición presente *Ceija Stojka: Making Visible*, la cual presenta su obra centrada en su vida y herencia romaníes. Todos los materiales serán proporcionados.

Register here: https://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2026/06/12/culture-pass-presents-drawnow-dibujaahora-drawing-center

06/05/2026

Let's go, Knicks! 💙 🧡 Get instant access to books celebrating the game and the legendary team.

As the whole city cheers on the New York Knicks in the NBA finals, NYC libraries are offering instant access to e-books and audiobooks about basketball and the Knicks.

These recommended reads are available to check out through June 30 without wait times! Whether you're a new fan or a die-hard fan for decades, this book list—available to cardholders at NYPL, BPL, and QPL—will elevate your appreciation of the game's history and cultural significance with an emphasis on the stories and key figures of the legendary Knickerbockers.

https://www.nypl.org/blog/2026/06/03/lets-go-knicks-get-instant-access-books-celebrating-game-and-legendary-team?preview_secret=o934Ysf3Hpu3irVXFBYvGCAyHjU3F&uuid=a80b8c6e-c866-4250-94cf-7183f5d531b3&revision_id=140951

03/13/2026

Creative Aging: Dream Room Diorama Building at Woodlawn Heights Library
This program will be held in person at Woodlawn Heights Library on Fridays from 11 AM to 12:30 PM Starting March 20, 2026 - May 1, 2026

Explore your artistic potential with Creative Aging, a series of art workshops for adults 50 and older.

Do you have a favorite way of decorating a room or just remember playing with a dollhouse? Join the diorama building workshop hosted by Illustrator and Teaching Artist Rachelle Hall. In this workshop, you will use simple craft materials that you can find in your home or local craft store to make detailed tiny rooms. Using library resources you can research interior designs trends from historical time periods. Techniques such as drawing, collage and assemblage are explored to construct a diorama. At the end of this class, you will have created your own miniature room(s) that serves as a decorative item. All materials for this program will be provided.

This program is built as a progressive journey, attendance at all sessions is recommended. Register for March, April and May on our website: https://www.nypl.org/locations/woodlawn-heights

03/13/2026

Celebrate Women’s History Month at ! Learn about some of the extraordinary women from the Library’s history of over 125 years who have shaped NYPL and the fields of librarianship and curatorship.

Learn about some of the extraordinary women from the Library’s history of over 125 years who have shaped NYPL and the fields of librarianship and curatorship.

03/03/2026

The Crafting Club
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 11 AM - 12 PM

Please join us for our adult craft circle: an afternoon of conversation and crafting. Check out a book from our collection to learn a new craft at home.

You can bring your own project to work on, or you may choose something from our selection of materials. We have materials for painting, drawing, collage, knitting, crochet, coloring, origami, and more! No registration required.

Audience: Adults

Please join us for our adult craft circle: an afternoon of conversation and crafting. Check out a book from our collection to learn a new craft at home. You can bring your own project to work on, or you may choose something from our selection of materials. We have materials for painting, drawing, co...

03/03/2026

LIVE from NYPL brings you free events, conversations, and performances featuring prominent writers, artists, and thinkers. This spring, they’re hosting an extraordinary lineup of distinguished writers, artists, and scholars. Register now for free tickets for upcoming events, and stay tuned as tickets become available for future events!

LIVE from NYPL brings you free events, conversations, and performances featuring prominent writers, artists, and thinkers. Register for free tickets now for upcoming events, and stay tuned as tickets become available for future events. Watch recent LIVE from NYPL events and explore dozens more in ou...

03/03/2026

Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Library! Explore our programs, events, resources, recommended reading, and more. Plus, learn about some of the women who have helped build NYPL.

The New York Public Library honors women past and present in celebration of Women's History Month this March. Explore our programs and events, resources, recommended reading, and more! Plus, learn about some of the women who have helped build NYPL.Events & Programs | Reading & Research Highlights |....

02/23/2026

Due to inclement weather, all NYPL locations will be opening at 12 pm on Tuesday, February 24.

02/02/2026

Celebrate with NYPL! ✨
Throughout February, discover events for all ages, reading recommendations, research resources, and more.

Get started here: on.nypl.org/3ZdRUIl