Temporarily closed
by The New York Public Library
Families come for free story times and sing-alongs for the youngest readers, while school-age kids use the space for reading, computers and homework after class. A New Dorp Lane branch that normally hosts children's programs; it is closed for renovations.
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Temporarily closed as of September 2026 per nypl.org; check the branch page for reopening before visiting.
Free; library card is free. Check individual program listings for any registration.
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Free; library card is free. Check individual program listings for any registration.
Temporarily closed as of September 2026 per nypl.org; check the branch page for reopening before visiting.
309 New Dorp Lane, 10306, Staten Island.
Yes. New Dorp Library is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Families come for free story times and sing-alongs for the youngest readers, while school-age kids use the space for reading, computers and homework after class. Its children's room includes a separate area set aside for preschoolers.
The children's area stocks board books through middle-grade novels, and librarians lead free story times plus seasonal activities like Summer Reading. Near Historic Richmond Town, this branch is known for story times, crafts and kids' book discussions when open.
Little ones can join lapsit and toddler story times that mix songs, rhymes and books, and older kids can borrow books, use computers and get help finding homework resources. The entire second floor of this branch is given over to children, so little ones have plenty of room to explore.
Kids can pick out picture books, early readers and graphic novels, and the branch runs NYPL's free early-literacy story times for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Near the South Beach boardwalk, the branch has hosted LEGO building, story times and game sessions for kids.
The children's area stocks board books through middle-grade novels, and librarians lead free story times plus seasonal activities like Summer Reading. A mid-island branch with a large children's area and books in a range of languages.
Little ones can join lapsit and toddler story times that mix songs, rhymes and books, and older kids can borrow books, use computers and get help finding homework resources. A historic Carnegie branch with a modern addition, offering programs for every age including young children.