by Brooklyn Public Library
Little ones and school-age kids in Spring Creek can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Spring Creek Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. The weekly lineup has recently included Storytime, Story Play, Kids Create and Ready Set Kindergarten.
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| Monday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Tuesday | 1 PM – 8 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM – 8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | — |
Branch hours shown; kids' program days and times change by season, so check the branch calendar.
Free; library cards are free. Some special programs ask for registration.
Open Mon–Sat. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
All ages.
Free; library cards are free. Some special programs ask for registration.
Monday: 10 AM–6 PM · Tuesday: 1 PM–8 PM · Wednesday: 10 AM–6 PM · Thursday: 10 AM–8 PM · Friday: 10 AM–6 PM · Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM. Branch hours shown; kids' program days and times change by season, so check the branch calendar.
12143 Flatlands Avenue, 11207, in Spring Creek, Brooklyn.
Yes. Spring Creek Library is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
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