Students with guidebooks at Summer at the Library kickoff event; Photo credit: Jonathan Blanc/NYPL   City-Wide Summer at the Library Kicks off at New York, Queens, and Brooklyn Public Libraries The annual initiative supports readers of all ages throughout the summer with…
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Rising Costs and Growing Demand: Libraries Need Help NYC libraries call for $46.8M in baselined operational funding. The presidents of New York City’s three public library systems testified before the New York City Council on Wednesday to call for increased funding to address…
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City Launches ‘Neighborhood Tech Help’ to Bridge Digital Divide Across the Boroughs The new pilot program will provide in-person support with internet, mobile devices, and computer at affordable housing developments and community centers New service to meet digital literacy…
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Library leaders and supporters gathered on the steps of City Hall to rally for NYC public library funding NYC’s Public Libraries Urge Continued City Investment  After overcoming historic budget cuts last year, New York City’s public library systems called on City leaders…
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New York City’s Three Public Library Systems Reveal the Top Checkouts of 2024 The New York Public Library, Brooklyn Public Library, and Queens Public Library unveil first-ever citywide top checkout list, along with the top ten titles for adults, young adults, and children…
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