Introducing Reading Partners: A Volunteer Opportunity
Tue, Jan 21 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm New Lots Library
Adults storytime
Volunteer as a Reading Partner Information Session
Do you want to.....
Give back to your community? Build a lasting relationship Serve as a role model to a struggling early reader
Become a Reading Partner Today!
Microsoft Excel Basics
Adults microsoft office techknowledge
Microsoft Excel Basics introduces new and returning spreadsheet users to the basics of storing, managing and analyzing data in a spreadsheet document. This lesson covers the core features of Microsoft Excel 2010.
Crochet Circle
Adults arts and crafts fiber arts knitting and crocheting
Get hooked at Cortelyou!
Come learn the new, valuable skill of crochet. All levels of experience are welcome to join, from beginners to those with years of experience. Please bring your own hook and yarn (these items may be found at any...
Digital Photography: The Manual Setting
Wed, Jan 22 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm New Lots Library
Adults bric photography techknowledge
Learn how to fully utilize your digital camera's features and simple tricks to create beautiful images. We'll discuss manual camera settings, resolution and exposure levels, and how to properly white balance to make your pictures pop.
eBooks Basics
Adults techknowledge
Learn how to download E-books, audio books and more unto your tablet, kindle or iPad. Feel free to bring your own devices!
Session is on a first come, first served basis.
ESOL Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 23 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Highlawn Library
Adults adult learning english conversation group
Under the guidance from the English Conversation Group leader, come to participate and practice your spoken English. No registration is required.
Thu, Jan 23 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm Bay Ridge Library
Practice speaking English in a relaxed, friendly environment. No registration required.
Fri, Jan 24 11:00 am to 12:30 pm Bay Ridge Library
Fri, Jan 24 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm Highlawn Library
Adults support groups
Join your peer group and exchange idea on controlling your eating habit.
Citizenship Class
Sat, Jan 25 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Bay Ridge Library
Prepare for Citizenship Program
Attend free Citizenship Preparation Classes at the library.
Classes meet 3 hours per week for 11 weeks. Free...
Video Production in the Field
Sat, Jan 25 10:30 am to 2:30 pm New Lots Library
Adults bric techknowledge
Produce videos anywhere! Gain hands-on experience using a professional-grade, digital video camera, audio equipment, tripods and portable lighting.
This class meets for three sessions on 1/11, 1/18 & 1/25. Registration is required for...
Sat, Jan 25 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Bay Ridge Library
Resume & Career Help (Bushwick)
Mon, Jan 27 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Bushwick Library
Adults career resume
Get free one-on-one resume help, education and career advice, interviewing prep, LinkedIn profile tips, and more with help from a Job Information Resource Librarian.
Please call the branch to confirm the times above, as they are subject...
Mon, Jan 27 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Cortelyou Library
Adults computer basics techknowledge
Computer Basics training is designed specifically for those who are completely new to computers or who feel they need to have more instruction before confidently using a computer.
This lesson introduces new PC users to the...
Movies @ the Library: Tolkien
Mon, Jan 27 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm Bay Ridge Library
Adults movies movies at the library
(Drama) 112 Minutes Explores the formative years of the renowned author's life as he finds friendship, courage, and inspiration among a fellow group of writers and artists at school. Their brotherhood strengthens...
Free Online Tax Help
Tue, Jan 28 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm New Lots Library
Adults tax help
The Food Bank, in partnership with NYC Office of Financial Empowerment and Brooklyn Public Library, will help you electronically file your tax return for free from January 27 thru April 15.
To participate, you must have a valid email...
Fiction of the 21st Century Book Club
Adults adult learning book club
Join the book club as they discuss The Topeka School by Ben Lerner.
Thu, Jan 30 10:30 am to 3:00 pm New Lots Library
Ancestor Pyramid Presentation
Thu, Jan 30 5:00 pm to 7:45 pm New Lots Library
Adults artist talks film lectures and discussions
Sasha Juste of Birthright Creations LLC will be showcasing and discussing her Ancestor Pyramid that she created. There will also be a film screening of a short documentary called "Offerings for Goree Island."
Sat, Feb 1 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Bay Ridge Library
Field Recording Techniques
Sat, Feb 1 10:30 am to 1:30 pm New Lots Library
Adults bric podcasting and audio recording techknowledge
Learn how to use various types of equipment such as microphones, field mixers, and digital audio recorders. We will also discuss tips to recognize and minimize distracting background noise, and make an "audio checklist" to ensure the best audio...
Sat, Feb 1 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Bay Ridge Library
Sun, Feb 2 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm New Lots Library
Mon, Feb 3 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Cortelyou Library
Tue, Feb 4 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm New Lots Library
Microsoft Word Basics
Tue, Feb 4 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm Cortelyou Library
Microsoft Word Basics introduces new and returning word users to the basics of using, creating, editing and publishing office documents. This lesson covers the core features of Microsoft Word 2010.
"Amazing Grace" Film Screening
Tue, Feb 4 6:00 pm to 7:45 pm New Lots Library
Adults film movies
"Amazing Grace" is a concert film featurng footage of Aretha Franklin performing gospel music in January 1972 at the New Temple Baptist Mission church located in Los Angeles.
Wed, Feb 5 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm New Lots Library
In two hours, learn the tools and techniques to create an animated film. Spend course time working on a short, animated video, with the potential to exhibit online or on Brooklyn Free Speech.
Make a Movie on Your Phone
Learn how to use mobile devices to make compelling short-form videos. We will discuss storyboard frame composition, audio and lightning, as well as exploring iMovie and Movie Maker.
Thu, Feb 6 10:30 am to 3:00 pm New Lots Library
Thu, Feb 6 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Cortelyou Library
Do you have a specific question about how to use computers or find your way around the Internet? No time to attend a formal class? Join our drop-in computer lab for personalized assistance.
Thu, Feb 6 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Highlawn Library
Thu, Feb 6 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm Bay Ridge Library
Fri, Feb 7 11:00 am to 12:30 pm Bay Ridge Library
Fri, Feb 7 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm Highlawn Library
Friends of Cortelyou Library Meeting
Sat, Feb 8 9:30 am to 10:00 am Cortelyou Library
Adults Friends of the Library
Do you have ideas and visions for what Cortelyou Library can do for you and your neighborhood? We invite you to join the meeting and help discuss plans to make Cortelyou Library even better!
The Friends of the Cortelyou Library meet...
This class meets for three mandatory sessions on 2/8, 2/15, 2/22. Registration is required...
Mon, Feb 10 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Cortelyou Library
Tue, Feb 11 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm New Lots Library
Microsoft PowerPoint Basics
Tue, Feb 11 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm Cortelyou Library
PowerPoint is a presentation software that allows you to create slide presentations that can include animation, narration, images, and videos.
Microsoft PowerPoint Basics is for students that are interested in becoming familiar with the...
Instagram for Small Business
Wed, Feb 12 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm New Lots Library
Adults bric small business techknowledge
Learn how to use Instagram for promoting your small business. This class covers setting up an Instagram Business account, the basics of posting, Instagram Stories, Analytics and posting strategies such as when to post, tagging, and adding...