Tompkins Sq Library

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We are back! And these were our first three patrons, waiting patiently outside for us to open. We are here until 6pm (for holds pickup and returns only). Wear your masks and come on by! 💕 @ Tompkins Square Library instagram.com/p/CDboVN5pZZh/…

Please join us tomorrow (Thursday July 9th) at 7pm Eastern time, as we host celebrated author Alan Kaufman, who will be reading and discussing his work, inspirations, dreams and plans. Now a San Francisco resident,… instagram.com/p/CCZN3S-pAfr/…

For parents of kids ages 7-12: join us tomorrow (Friday) at 3pm for our weekly children’s book discussion. We’re reading sections of the classic D’Aulaires’ Greek Myths. Check the link in bio for the full text, to… instagram.com/p/CB34JI4pZUq/…

Today at 4pm: join us for an online workshop on Self Portrait. In honor of the Library’s 125th birthday, let’s celebrate your personal legacy. A local artist will guide participants through creating an expressive… instagram.com/p/CB3VcVqJ0jh/…

Tomorrow (Thursday 6/18) at 4pm: Join us for an online workshop on Art Journaling. Using poetry from #PocketPoems2020, create a reflective art journal. A local artist will guide participants on how to tap into your… instagram.com/p/CBi3Q7ZpWqr/…

Father’s Day is right around the corner! We’ve still got ebooks available that you can check out from home. Visit nypl.overdrive.com. Happy Reading! @ Tompkins Square Library instagram.com/p/CBd857hJQI5/…

Online registration for today’s discussion of “Clayton: Godfather of LES Documentary” has now closed, but that's okay - please join us at 2pm (eastern) through this meeting… instagram.com/p/CBTY5HTJfta/…

A page from the new graphic novel, Clayton: Godfather of Lower East Side Documentary. Join us Thursday 6/11 2pm to hear legendary photographer and videographer Clayton Patterson, best known for his documentation of… instagram.com/p/CBLu1bmJAwx/…

🌧 One of our children’s librarians, Petra, has made a step-by-step craft for those of you inside with kids on this rainy day. 🌧 Swipe for photos of each step. The last two photos are the completed craft, done by our… instagram.com/p/CA-6YTWp7KI/…

Next Thursday 6/11 at 2pm, join us for a free online discussion with legendary photographer and videographer Clayton Patterson, who is the subject of a biographical graphic novel anthology by Julian Voloj. Best… instagram.com/p/CA-Vyetp0Gb/…

Today is #BlackoutTuesday. nypl stands with the Black community, our hearts aching for our country so divided by racism, injustice, arrogance, and cruelty. We reaffirm our mission to fight ignorance, support all of… instagram.com/p/CA7_zJ3pJ03/…

On this last day of Poetry Month, we’re thinking about one of our favorite poets, Frank O’Hara. We often talk about him on our walking tours, as he lived for a while at 441 East 9th Street (at Ave A) where he wrote… instagram.com/p/B_nSdLapE4t/…

WE MISS YOU! It meant so much for us to see these kind words from some of our patrons during library week. We can’t wait to be back in the branch. In the meantime, don’t forget that the Tompkins Square library staff… instagram.com/p/B_k7MKbpWHe/…

For all of our local high school students and parents: Our College & Career Pathways team can connect you with information about going to college, looking for a job, and building skills for life after high school.… instagram.com/p/B_kemVFJlze/…

This is how we work now. 🙂 Here’s Alyona, one of our adult librarians, during Wednesday’s online discussion about fairy tales and altered states. We had 35 people join us, which thrilled us beyond belief! 😍 Many… instagram.com/p/B_FWk_3J2-j/…

For us, nothing calms the nerves like a Judy Garland movie. Yesterday, we watched The Harvey Girls, and went to bed smiling. What have you been watching for comfort these days? Please comment and let us know! 💐 @… instagram.com/p/B-pqCyKJWxZ/…

What music have you been listening to for comfort/inspiration/pleasure? We’ve been binging Blondie all day every day. We know our friends @jmarketlibrary share our Blondie love. 🥰 @ Tompkins Square Library instagram.com/p/B-hwvwRpI70/…

Yesterday, we asked you to share with us the creative things you’ve been working on. And, we got our first response! This is our patron, Teo, who made this Spring scene with items from around the house. Popsicle… instagram.com/p/B-dKMJxJhN2/…

We’ve heard that many people have been letting their creativity flow during this time. Have you been working on poetry, painting, other forms of expression? We would love to see, and share, what you’ve been making.… instagram.com/p/B-ZzW_QJxED/…