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Where to Start with Octavia Butler | The New York Public Library Octavia Butler was a groundbreaking writer in American letters. The first science fiction writer to ever receive the MacArthur Fellowship,…

Yesterday’s solstice marks the beginning of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. From , here’s an artist rendering of the sun from a collection of engraved prints that personified the planets 🌞💪 See Luna, Venus, Mars, and more: https://on.nypl.org/3Xn9p6V

Hans Sebald Beham. “Sol.” 1500–1550. , ID: 5527528

Words Beyond Borders: Books to Read for World Refugee Day | The New York Public Library While refugees are in need of support, they also bring their talents to the communities that welcome them—including in literature.

Kick Off Summer with a Great Book: Teen Reading Ambassadors’ Favorite Reads for Kids | The New York Public Library Make reading a big (and fun!) part of your summer with these recommendations from our Teen Ambassadors.

Calling all Library supporters! Join us for a Day of Action for Libraries this Thursday, June 15 at 10 AM, to send NYC leaders a clear, united message: !

Here’s how you can help stop the proposed $36.2 million cuts 👇 https://on.nypl.org/43D88Lr

Spotlight on Jamaican Voices in Novels, Poetry, Stories & Memoir | The New York Public Library These new and classic works are just a starting point to explore the potent work of authors with Jamaican roots.

Picture Books to Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week | The New York Public Library Throughout all the challenges teachers face, they always put their students and the needs of their community first.

Sherrilyn Ifill: How America Ends and Begins Again Tickets for Sherrilyn Ifill: How America Ends and Begins Again in New York from NYPL. The former head of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund delivers the annual Robert B. Silvers Lecture. Our country is experiencing a period of accelerated democratic unraveling. But within the danger of this moment, Sherri

NYPL's World Literature Festival The New York Public Library's World Literature Festival (April 17–30, 2023) shines a spotlight on books and writers from around the globe and reflects some of the many languages spoken in our city's diverse communities. Start by celebrating NYC Immigrant Heritage Week (April 17–23) and join the ...

2023 NYPL Annual Career Resources Fair for Teens Join us at our Annual Career Resources Fair for Teens where you can explore resources from the Library and our partner organizations about entering the workforce after graduation, the range of career paths open to you, and the skills you'll need wherever you end up.

Trans, Nonbinary, and GNC Reads for Adults Discover 100 books for adults, kids, and teens highlighting transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming voices, recommended by NYPL librarians.

A Few Fun Facts About 'From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler' & Its Author | The New York Public Library Learn more about the inspiration for this beloved children's book.

Power, Greed, Manipulation, Backstabbing: Lighthearted Reading Recommendations for Fans of 'Succession' | The New York Public Library There are plenty of books to sink your teeth into while you await each devastating round of boar on the floor.

Decluttering, Organizing & Cleaning: Books to Help Get Your House in Order | The New York Public Library Take charge of your "stuff" and improve the flow and productivity of each day.

What came to be known as hip-hop may have begun at a 1973 house party in South Bronx when 16-year-old DJ Kool Herc revolutionized the way records were played. In the 50 years since then, hip-hop’s impact and influence have reached beyond music throughout culture, from fashion to film to literature. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of a cultural movement, we're dropping a series of programs and resources now through fall. Learn more at https://on.nypl.org/3ZpehYF

Photo by Vikki Tobak from her book "Contact High: A Visual History of Hip-Hop," available to checkout from the NYPL Catalog.

Treasures: Women Who Tell Our Stories | The New York Public Library Explore items in the Polonsky Exhibition of The New York Public Library's Treasures that showcase women storytellers in many forms.

#LiteraryMarchMadness 2023: Set in NYC Edition | The New York Public Library This year some of your favorite books that take place in the Big Apple will go head to head against each other!

Exploring the Collections at The New York Public Library: What Stories Will You Find? | The New York Public Library Explore our staff-written posts highlighting some of the millions of stories that can be found within our research collections.

Black Women Front and Center and Behind-the-Scenes in Politics | The New York Public Library Black women fought to secure all women's right to vote, advocated for racial justice and equality, and pushed back against voter suppressio…

New to the Archives: Block Communities, Inc. Records and Community Organizing in 1960s East Harlem | The New York Public Library Introducing a new archival collection documenting community organizing efforts in 1960s East Harlem.

Join us today for a Sci-Fi panel featuring new and diverse voice from around the globe:

NYPL Events on Twitter “Celebrate diverse new voices in science fiction from around the globe with a panel discussion featuring The Best of World SF: Volume 2 editor Lavie Tidhar and writers Frances Ogamba, Nadia Afifi, and Lavanya Lakshminarayan. https://t.co/X7aQBi4pbb”

Dining Delights: 8 Cookbooks to Celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Rabbit/Cat | The New York Public Library Food plays an important role during the Lunar New Year. Here are some suggested cookbooks to usher in the Year of the Rabbit/Cat.

Discover Your City With Culture Pass Explore New York City's museums and attractions with Culture Pass. If you have a library card, you can reserve a pass and get free admission to dozens of cultural institutions. Save money and have fun in NYC!

Meet 2023’s New York City Youth Poet Laureate Stephanie Pacheco has been named New York City’s Youth Poet Laureate in 2023. The program was started in NYC by Urban Word that later founded the National Youth Poet Laureate program. TODAY’s Sheinelle Jones sits down with the teen from the Bronx about where she gets her inspiration that she hop...