Library Story Times in New York (12 Verified)
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Library Story Times in New York
Looking for a free story time for your baby, toddler or preschooler in New York? These 12 public libraries have running regular story times on their official pages — drop-in, free, and no library card required.
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We have verified 12 public libraries in New York offering story times, across 4 cities — including Brooklyn, New York, Queens, new-york. Each links to that library’s page with its address, hours and phone so you can confirm the service and any fees.
A few worth knowing in New York:
- Macon Library · Brooklyn — Regular neighborhood storytime programs for children birth to age 5, plus teen programming and after-school study space with public computers
- Mulberry Street Library · New York — Active community room used for children's storytimes, English-language classes, after-school programs and cultural events throughout the year
- Park Slope Library · Brooklyn — Bilingual storytimes and a dedicated children's area with regular programming for babies, toddlers and school-age kids
💡 Good to know: Story-time schedules shift between the school year and summer and pause for holidays — always check the library’s own events calendar for the current day, time and whether a free registration ticket is required before you go.
New York libraries with story times — 12 verified
Adams Street LibraryBROOKLYN, New York · 718-230-22649 ADAMS STREETChildren's collections and storytimes →Bay Ridge LibraryBROOKLYN, New York · 718-748-57097223 RIDGE BOULEVARDChildren's collections and storytimes →Bedford LibraryBROOKLYN, New York · 718-623-2134496 FRANKLIN AVENUEChildren's collections and storytimes →Carroll Gardens Pop-Up LibraryBROOKLYN, New York · 929-276-5768250 Baltic StreetCommunity programs and storytimes →Clinton Hill LibraryBROOKLYN, New York · 718-398-8713380 WASHINGTON AVENUEChildren's programming and story time →Cortelyou LibraryBROOKLYN, New York · 718-693-77631305 CORTELYOU ROADChildren's programming and story time →Cypress Hills LibraryBROOKLYN, New York · 718-277-60041197 SUTTER AVENUEChildren's programming and story time →Macon LibraryBrooklyn, New York · (718) 573-5606361 Lewis AvenueRegular neighborhood storytime programs for children birth to age 5, plus teen programming and after-school study space with public computers →Park Slope LibraryBrooklyn, New York · (718) 832-1853431 6th AvenueBilingual storytimes and a dedicated children's area with regular programming for babies, toddlers and school-age kids →Mulberry Street LibraryNew York, New York · (212) 966-342410 Jersey StreetActive community room used for children's storytimes, English-language classes, after-school programs and cultural events throughout the year →Peninsula LibraryQueens, New York · (718) 634-111092-25 Rockaway Beach BoulevardChildren's and family programming including storytimes, STEAM activities, arts & crafts, LEGO and Dungeons & Dragons →Ottendorfer Librarynew-york, New York · (212) 674-0947135 Second AvenueChildren's floor with dedicated story-hour room (six weekly story times) →
📝 How to find and attend a story time in New York
- Find a library near you. Use the list above to pick a participating {state} library, then open its website or events calendar for the current schedule and age groups offered.
- Pick the right age group. Many libraries run separate sessions — baby or lapsit (0–18 months), toddler (18 months–3 years) and preschool (3–5 years) — as well as a mixed-age family story time you can attend if unsure.
- Check the day, time and sign-up rules. Most story times are weekly and drop-in, but some popular or special sessions ask you to register or grab a free ticket. Confirm the current schedule on the library’s calendar, since it shifts between the school year and summer.
- Just show up — a caregiver stays. Story time is free and open to the public; you do not usually need a library card to attend. A parent or caregiver stays with the child and joins in the songs and rhymes.
- Stay for play and browse books afterward. Many {state} libraries leave out toys or a simple craft after story time so children can play and socialize — a good moment to pick up picture books to take home.
New to this? See the national guide on how library story times work.
Frequently asked questions
Which New York cities have libraries with story times?
We have verified 12 across 4 cities in New York: Brooklyn, New York, Queens, new-york. Open any library’s page above for its address, hours and phone.
How many New York libraries offer story times?
We have confirmed 12 New York public libraries with story times, each verified from its official information. We add more as we confirm them, so the count can grow — or browse the full national list.
What makes Macon Library in Brooklyn notable for story times?
Regular neighborhood storytime programs for children birth to age 5, plus teen programming and after-school study space with public computers. See its full page for hours, address and phone.
Is story times available at Mulberry Street Library in New York?
Active community room used for children's storytimes, English-language classes, after-school programs and cultural events throughout the year. See its full page for hours, address and phone.
Services verified from each library’s official information during our 2026 review. Fees and availability can change — confirm on the library’s page before visiting.