Central Library

Programs & Events

Good news! Coney Island and Gerritsen Beach libraries will reopen this fall after extensive renovations due to Hurricane Sandy.  See our Hurricane Sandy Renovations page for updates.

Below find a chronological list of events at Central Library. For a full schedule of classes and programs at Brooklyn Public Library, visit our events calendar.


  • Lunchapalooza Kids! Storytelling
    Wednesday, June 19, 2013 11:30AM
    Central Library, Plaza

    Kids can enjoy stories told by professional performers. Liz Parker tells, “Ocean Motion”: This underwater adventure will dive deep into the sea to explore the world below. No scuba gear necessary.

  • Lunchapalooza! Nepo Soteri
    Wednesday, June 19, 2013 12:30PM
    Central Library, Plaza

    Soteri is a guitarist and vocalist who infuses music of his native Rwanda with American jazz, R & B, and African-Caribbean beats. He is African citizen-of-the-world, both in terms of his life journey and musical vocabulary.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Wednesday, June 19, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • English Conversation Group
    Wednesday, June 19, 2013 1:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your English in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Drop-In Computer Lab
    Wednesday, June 19, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Got a specific question about how to use computers or find your way around the Internet? No time to attend a full class? Drop into the Central Library’s computer classroom for one-on-one assistance. First come, first served. No registration required.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner Level
    Wednesday, June 19, 2013 3:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required.

  • Entrepreneur Office Hours
    Wednesday, June 19, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Have questions about your small business finances? Want help planning the marketing of your freelance work? Just need to bounce ideas off someone? Drop in to the Central Library’s Info Commons for one-on-one or small group sessions geared toward answering your most pressing questions.

    First come, first served, no registration required.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • DIY Design Assistance
    Wednesday, June 19, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    If you have a specific idea in mind and you need design input, or if you want to learn about useful tools in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, drop into our design instruction classroom for one-on-one assistance. Sina Zekavat, a recent graduate in Architecture and Urban Studies from London, will be available to give you advice on how best to use the Adobe package to represent your ideas. First come, first served. No registration required.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Conversations with People Who Create in Brooklyn - Fantastic Food
    Wednesday, June 19, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Photographer Randy Duchaine will chat with individuals featured in his photographic exhibition, "Created in Brooklyn". Learn about their businesses; the challenges they’ve faced and the success they’ve found.

    Charlie Sahadi, Sahadi’s © Randy Duchaine www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • English Conversation Group
    Wednesday, June 19, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    No Registration Required, Practice your English in an informal and fun settin

    No class April 3rd

  • Plaza Swing Series: Paul Shapiro’s Ribs and Brisket Revue
    Wednesday, June 19, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Plaza

    Shapiro adds a little Yiddish flavoring to a distinctly American music that thrived in the 1930s and 40s: hard-swinging jump blues. Vocal powerhouse Cilla Owens lends her talents to this eclectic mash up of Jewish novelty songs and jazz. Dance lessons are at 6:30, band starts at 7 pm. Rain date is June 20

    This series is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Thursday, June 20, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Thursday, June 20, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Digital Photo Enhancement
    Thursday, June 20, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    The picture-perfect shot doesn’t stop with your camera. In this class, you’ll get hands-on experience with GIMP, a free, versatile photo editing software program, so you can retouch, crop, and color balance your digital photos before showing them to the world. We’ll teach you how to use GIMP, its editing and effects tools, talk about photo-editing best practices and how to export for print and video formats. By the end of this two-hour session, you’ll have the skills to make every shot you take a perfect one. In order to successfully complete this class, participants must be able to comfortably navigate a laptop computer and navigate a computer’s interface.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    Presented by BRIC, BPL's lead media education partner.

  • English Conversation Group
    Thursday, June 20, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    No registration required; Practice your English in an informal and fun setting.

    No Class April 25th

  • Resume Help
    Thursday, June 20, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Introduction to Digital Photography
    Thursday, June 20, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Most digital cameras are packed with advanced features that allow novice photographers to shoot like a pro. In this two-hour session, you’ll learn how to use your camera’s features and simple tricks to create beautiful digital images. We’ll cover digital photography basics like camera settings, resolution and exposure levels, and how to properly white balance to make your pictures pop. Composition theory will be discussed, as will shot types and picture formats that work best in video projects. Please bring your own digital camera fully charged, with plenty of battery power and available memory, to the class.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    Presented by BRIC, BPL's lead media education partner.

  • CitizenshipWorks Naturalization Application Workshop
    Friday, June 21, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    A workshop to help eligible lawful permanent residents prepare their N-400 Application for Naturalization to become U.S. citizens. This workshop will use interactive online interviews from CitizenshipWorks.org to determine eligibility and help prepare forms. Immigration experts will be available to review applications and answer legal questions related to applying for citizenship. Registration is not required, but strongly encouraged. Assistance will be provided on a first-come first-servied basis, but pre-registered attendees will have priority.

    To register, visit citizenshipworks.org/register or call the Ya es Hora Hotline at (888) 839-8682.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • French Conversation Group:Beginner Level
    Friday, June 21, 2013 1:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting

    The class will start as of Friday June 7th.

  • New York State Department of Labor Counseling
    Friday, June 21, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    The Department of Labor provides one-on-one help with your job search and information about DOL programs, services and resources. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    For more information, please call 718.623.7000.

  • English Conversation Group
    Friday, June 21, 2013 3:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your English in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Chess for Adults
    Friday, June 21, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library

    All skill levels can enjoy a game of chess in the Art & Music division on the third floor.

  • Make Music New York: Underground Horns
    Friday, June 21, 2013 4:30PM
    Central Library, Plaza

    Underground Horns is a Brooklyn based 6-piece brass band playing Afro Funk Bhangra New Orleans grooves and beyond. Make Music New York is a live, free musical celebration across the city that takes place each June 21, the longest day of the year. On that day, hundreds of public spaces throughout the five boroughs become impromptu stages for over 1,000 free concerts.

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Saturday, June 22, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Internet 3
    Saturday, June 22, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Room 216

    Presented by New York Cares.

  • English Conversation Group
    Saturday, June 22, 2013 10:30AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    There won't be any class June 1, 2013. The class will resume the following week.

  • Hypertension & High Blood Pressure Support Group and Informational Forum
    Saturday, June 22, 2013 12:00PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    A support group and informational forum for teens, adults, and seniors who suffer high blood pressure or are a care taker of those who take of someone with high blood pressure.

    For more information, contact: email erooc@yahoo.com or call: (516) 382-7340

  • Advanced Chinese Studies in I-CHING
    Saturday, June 22, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    I-Ching the Book of Changes is one of the oldest Chinese Classic philosophies, and can help us to make decisions that our logic alone can't handle alone

    Free Lectures in Chinese and English

  • Internet 3
    Saturday, June 22, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Room 216

    Presented by New York Cares.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Monday, June 24, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Toddler Storyplay
    Monday, June 24, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 18-36 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • English Conversation Group
    Monday, June 24, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your English in an informal and fun setting.

    No Class April 22, 29th
    No registration required.

  • What Do You STAND For? Why Branding Matters to Small Businesses
    Monday, June 24, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Your brand can be your greatest asset during good times and bad. A strong brand can elevate your business above the competitive fray. What makes a great brand? It's familiar to people and it speaks of your integrity, character, quality, effectiveness, and reliability. No matter if you’re a large corporation or a solo-preneur, your brand -- who people think you are -- matters. All businesses, regardless of their size, age or locations, have a brand identity. A brand is the sum of the good, bad and the ugly or your business reputation . It’s defined by the way your receptionist says "hello" and the music your customers hear when placed on hold as well as by the quality of service and the quality of product. Your brand is what you promise and what you deliver. What you deliver: Now that REALLY matters in a small businesses – you cannot afford to make false promises. The goal of this FREE workshop is to present the elements of good branding and demonstrate how small businesses and start-ups can define or refine their brand. The instructor, Alan Siege, will challenge your assumptions, give you best practices that are practical, help you solve real-life problems. He'll give you practical, understandable information that you can use immediately to make your business more visible and more highly regarded. The Business & Career Library is co-sponsoring this event.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • NY Writers Coalition Drop-In Workshop
    Monday, June 24, 2013 3:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Are you working on a memoir, poem, or story and looking for some friendly feedback? Maybe you just want to put pen to paper and see what happens. Join NY Writers Coalition for a free community workshop! This writing group is open to writers of all genres — poetry, fiction, memoir, and anything else — and even to those who think they've never written before! Writing supplies will be provided, so just bring yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. No advance sign-up is necessary.

    Learn more at www.nywriterscoalition.org.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • English Conversation Group
    Monday, June 24, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Practice your English in an informal and fun setting.

    No class April 29, May 6 2013.
    No registration required

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner & Intermediate Level
    Monday, June 24, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting. No registration required.

  • Self-Promotion Through Social Media: Instagram
    Monday, June 24, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Are you an artist? Musician? DJ? Entrepreneur? Learn how to make social media work for you. This multi-part series began with creating a blog and continues with using Instagram to gain additional exposure for your business. Instagram allows you to share photos on the go and give people a glimpse of your daily life and work. Learn the tips and tricks to get the most out of your network. Best suited for those with basic computer and internet use skills.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Toddler Time
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs. Ages 18 to 36 months. Call 718.230.2117 for more information.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program.

  • Short-Form Video Techniques for PC
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 11:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    If you have a smartphone or tablet, you don’t need an expensive camera or fancy audio equipment to produce an engaging video. In this two-hour session, learn to use your mobile device to make compelling short-form videos—and how to show them to the world on YouTube, Vimeo and more. We’ll start you off with scriptwriting and storyboarding best practices, discuss frame composition, and then cover how to get the best audio and lighting when recording your footage. You’ll also explore the free PC editing software program VideoPad that can assemble it all into your final short masterpiece. Please bring your own pair of headphones or earbuds for this class. In order to successfully complete this class, participants must be able to comfortably navigate a laptop computer and navigate a computer’s interface.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    Presented by BRIC, BPL's lead media education partner.

  • French Conversation Group: Beginner & Intermediate Levels
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 11:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting.
    No registration required.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Short-form Video Techniques for Mac (iMovie)
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    If you have a smartphone or tablet, you don’t need an expensive camera or fancy audio equipment to produce an engaging video. In this two-hour session, learn to use your mobile device to make compelling short-form videos—and how to show them to the world on YouTube, Vimeo and more. We’ll start you off with scriptwriting and storyboarding best practices, discuss frame composition, and then cover how to get the best audio and lighting when recording your footage. You’ll also explore the free Mac editing software program iMovie that can assemble it all into your final short masterpiece. Please bring your own pair of headphones or earbuds for this class.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    Presented by BRIC, BPL's lead media education partner.

  • Watercolor Painting: Introduction to an Ancient Elegant Art
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Dweck Center

    An introduction to the art of watercolor painting

    A Lifetive Arts' Creative Aging In Our Communities New York City Libraries Project for Adults 55 and older

  • Teen Tech Time
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 4:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Do you want to design a website for a school project, or put yourself onto the cover of a fashion magazine? Come hang out, learn, play and explore the latest technology with friends while using PC and Mac laptops.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Hive Fashion Photography for Teens
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 4:30PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Photograph your favorite street fashion and participate in a photography exhibit.

    Support for this Hive Fashion program was provided by a grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, administered by Mozilla, and in partnership with Hive Learning Networks.

  • Russian Conversation Group(Central Library
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library

    Improve yourRussian language in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Rivers of Honey "Circle of Leche": Creating Art in Conversation for/with other Women of Color
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Join other women of color artists, writers, videographers, photographers, performers, poets, stagehands, and creative minds with the Rivers of Honey crew as art is created and feedback is provided on personal projects. Use this lab space to audition your work for a larger woman of color audience. Gain peer and professional feedback on your work. Formalize your next steps for your art. Sit, create, and absorb art in conversation and community. Rivers of Honey has produced monthly Showcases for Women of Color in NYC for over eight years. More information is at riversofhoney.com.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Media World: Introduction to the Recording Studio
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Welcome to the Media World! Instructor Bryan Samuel will show students the basics of how to use media applications such as iMovie, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. He will also demonstrate how to properly use and shoot with a camera, how to import your footage, and how to use a green screen! Each session, we'll focus on one topic and explore the basics. Join the learning experience and meet other people interested in your field. For more information, please email the instructor at bryan_entertainment@yahoo.com.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Researching Your Target Market
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    (NOTE: This event occurs on Tuesday.) If you're writing a business plan or just looking for customers, attend this workshop to identify your market. Learn how to determine the demographic characteristics, size and spending habits of your target market. This program will be held at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons in the Central Library at Grand Army Plaza.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/locations/business/events

  • Portuguese Conversation Group: Intermediate Level
    Tuesday, June 25, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Practice your Brazilian Portuguese in an informal and fun setting.

    As of December, the class will be on Tuesdays evening from 7.00 PM
    No registration required.

  • Babies & Books
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. 0 to 18 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • Lunchapalooza Kids! Storytelling
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 11:30AM
    Central Library, Plaza

    Kids can enjoy stories told by professional performers. Flor Bromley tells “Cuentos de mi abuela”: Bilingual stories from my grandma to you! A collection of Flor's favorite stories from Peru and South America.

  • Lunchapalooza! Isle of Klezbos
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 12:30PM
    Central Library, Plaza

    ISLE of KLEZBOS approaches tradition with irreverence and respect. This soulful, fun-loving powerhouse all-women’s klezmer sextet has toured from Vienna to Vancouver since 1998. Band repertoire ranges from rambunctious to entrancing: neo-traditional folk dance, mystical melodies, Yiddish swing and retro tango, and genre-defying originals.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • English Conversation Group
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 1:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your English in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Great Books Discussion Series: Latin American Literature: Fuentes
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    We’ll discuss Carlos Fuentes’s novel The Death of Artemio Cruz, which is considered to be a milestone in the Latin American literary movement.

    This series is made possible through Brooklyn Public Library’s Fund for the Humanities, established through the generous support of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Additional funding was provided by The Hearst Foundation, Inc.; the Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation; The Starr Foundation; the Leon and Muriel Gilbert Charitable Trust; the Henry and Lucy Moses Fund, Inc., and a gift in memory of Samuel and Pauline Wine.

    bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Philosophy Discussion Group
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Reverend Elsie Smith Room

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner Level
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 3:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required.

  • Resume Help
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • DIY Design Assistance
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    If you have a specific idea in mind and you need design input, or if you want to learn about useful tools in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, drop into our design instruction classroom for one-on-one assistance. Sina Zekavat, a recent graduate in Architecture and Urban Studies from London, will be available to give you advice on how best to use the Adobe package to represent your ideas. First come, first served. No registration required.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Conversations with People Who Create in Brooklyn - Design Craft
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Photographer Randy Duchaine will chat with individuals featured in his photographic exhibition, "Created in Brooklyn". Learn how their dedication to their craft, shaped their careers and led them to extraordinary accomplishments

    Avi Abel, Watermark Designs © Randy Duchaine www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • English Conversation Group
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    No Registration Required, Practice your English in an informal and fun settin

    No class April 3rd

  • Plaza Swing Series: Swingtime Big Band
    Wednesday, June 26, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Plaza

    This 20-piece band plays authentic recreations of the timeless swing music of such great Big Band leaders as Count Basie, Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington among many others. Dance lessons are at 6:30, band starts at 7 pm. In case of rain, event will be held in the ballroom of Union Temple at 17 Eastern Pkwy.

    This series is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

  • English Conversation Group
    Thursday, June 27, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your English in an informal and fun setting

    There is no class June 20th.
    No Registration Required

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Thursday, June 27, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Thursday, June 27, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Short-form Video Techniques for Mac (iMovie)
    Thursday, June 27, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    If you have a smartphone or tablet, you don’t need an expensive camera or fancy audio equipment to produce an engaging video. In this two-hour session, learn to use your mobile device to make compelling short-form videos—and how to show them to the world on YouTube, Vimeo and more. We’ll start you off with scriptwriting and storyboarding best practices, discuss frame composition, and then cover how to get the best audio and lighting when recording your footage. You’ll also explore the free Mac editing software program iMovie that can assemble it all into your final short masterpiece. Please bring your own pair of headphones or earbuds for this class.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    Presented by BRIC, BPL's lead media education partner.

  • English Conversation Group
    Thursday, June 27, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    No registration required; Practice your English in an informal and fun setting.

    No Class April 25th

  • Resume Help
    Thursday, June 27, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Networking Opportunity for Entrepreneurs
    Thursday, June 27, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Dweck Center

    Join others in the start-up community to exchange ideas and get support. Discuss the challenges of going into business, connect with other businesses; get a chance to practice your pitch, and more. The event will be led by business counselors from the Local Development Corporation of East NY. PLEASE NOTE: This program will be held in the Central Library's Dweck Center at 10 Grand Army Plaza.

    Please register at www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/locations/business/events or call 718.623.7000 and select option 4.

  • Short-Form Video Techniques for PC
    Thursday, June 27, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    If you have a smartphone or tablet, you don’t need an expensive camera or fancy audio equipment to produce an engaging video. In this two-hour session, learn to use your mobile device to make compelling short-form videos—and how to show them to the world on YouTube, Vimeo and more. We’ll start you off with scriptwriting and storyboarding best practices, discuss frame composition, and then cover how to get the best audio and lighting when recording your footage. You’ll also explore the free PC editing software program VideoPad that can assemble it all into your final short masterpiece. Please bring your own pair of headphones or earbuds for this class. In order to successfully complete this class, participants must be able to comfortably navigate a laptop computer and navigate a computer’s interface.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    Presented by BRIC, BPL's lead media education partner.

  • Ezra Jack Keats Bedtime Stories
    Thursday, June 27, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Hear stories get a free book!

    for ages 3-7

  • French Conversation Group:Beginner Level
    Friday, June 28, 2013 1:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting

    The class will start as of Friday June 7th.

  • Mac Basics
    Friday, June 28, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Learn how to navigate a Mac computer.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • New York State Department of Labor Counseling
    Friday, June 28, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    The Department of Labor provides one-on-one help with your job search and information about DOL programs, services and resources. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    For more information, please call 718.623.7000.

  • English Conversation Group
    Friday, June 28, 2013 3:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your English in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Chess for Adults
    Friday, June 28, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library

    All skill levels can enjoy a game of chess in the Art & Music division on the third floor.

  • Microsoft PowerPoint 1
    Saturday, June 29, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Room 216

    Basic computer knowledge required.

    Presented by New York Cares.

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Saturday, June 29, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Story Play
    Saturday, June 29, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 0 to 5.

  • English Conversation Group
    Saturday, June 29, 2013 10:30AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    There won't be any class June 1, 2013. The class will resume the following week.

  • Advanced Chinese Studies in I-CHING
    Saturday, June 29, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    I-Ching the Book of Changes is one of the oldest Chinese Classic philosophies, and can help us to make decisions that our logic alone can't handle alone

    Free Lectures in Chinese and English

  • Microsoft PowerPoint 1
    Saturday, June 29, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Room 216

    Basic computer knowledge required.

    Presented by New York Cares.

  • Japanese Conversation Group
    Sunday, June 30, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your Japanese in an informal and fun setting

  • Never Too Late To Learn: Computer Topics for Seniors
    Monday, July 1, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Learning to use a computer is not just for young people. Join as we explore the world of technology, using laptops. Topics include computer basics, internet, email, online banking, online health information, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Facebook, LinkedIn and creative uses of Microsoft Office.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Monday, July 1, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Toddler Storyplay
    Monday, July 1, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 18-36 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • NY Writers Coalition Drop-In Workshop
    Monday, July 1, 2013 3:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Are you working on a memoir, poem, or story and looking for some friendly feedback? Maybe you just want to put pen to paper and see what happens. Join NY Writers Coalition for a free community workshop! This writing group is open to writers of all genres — poetry, fiction, memoir, and anything else — and even to those who think they've never written before! Writing supplies will be provided, so just bring yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. No advance sign-up is necessary.

    Learn more at www.nywriterscoalition.org.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Teen Reads Book Club
    Monday, July 1, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Join us every month for a lively discussion about another great book! Ages 12 to 15. Call 718-230-2117 for more information.

  • Brooklyn Open
    Monday, July 1, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Dweck Center

    Brooklyn Open, a monthly open mic series for teens, is a safe space for poets, spoken work artists, emcees, scholars and activists to share their powerful and important voices. These events are run by youth for youth, with youth DJs, youth hosts and a monthly featured poet.

    Presented in partnership with Urban Word NYC

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner & Intermediate Level
    Monday, July 1, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting. No registration required.

  • Toddler Time
    Tuesday, July 2, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs. Ages 18 to 36 months. Call 718.230.2117 for more information.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Tuesday, July 2, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • STEP One-and-One Career Services
    Tuesday, July 2, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    A librarian is available to provide information on job search and career resources, including resume and cover letter help. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Watercolor Painting: Introduction to an Ancient Elegant Art
    Tuesday, July 2, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Dweck Center

    An introduction to the art of watercolor painting

    A Lifetive Arts' Creative Aging In Our Communities New York City Libraries Project for Adults 55 and older

  • Paper Flowers
    Tuesday, July 2, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Make a paper flower craft. For ages 6-12.

    Sorry, no camps or groups will be admitted.

  • Teen Tech Time
    Tuesday, July 2, 2013 4:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Do you want to design a website for a school project, or put yourself onto the cover of a fashion magazine? Come hang out, learn, play and explore the latest technology with friends while using PC and Mac laptops.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Russian Conversation Group(Central Library
    Tuesday, July 2, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library

    Improve yourRussian language in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Media World: Introduction to the Recording Studio
    Tuesday, July 2, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Welcome to the Media World! Instructor Bryan Samuel will show students the basics of how to use media applications such as iMovie, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. He will also demonstrate how to properly use and shoot with a camera, how to import your footage, and how to use a green screen! Each session, we'll focus on one topic and explore the basics. Join the learning experience and meet other people interested in your field. For more information, please email the instructor at bryan_entertainment@yahoo.com.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Portuguese Conversation Group: Intermediate Level
    Tuesday, July 2, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Practice your Brazilian Portuguese in an informal and fun setting.

    As of December, the class will be on Tuesdays evening from 7.00 PM
    No registration required.

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner Level
    Wednesday, July 3, 2013 3:30AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required.

  • Babies & Books
    Wednesday, July 3, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. 0 to 18 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Wednesday, July 3, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Resume Help
    Wednesday, July 3, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • DIY Design Assistance
    Wednesday, July 3, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    If you have a specific idea in mind and you need design input, or if you want to learn about useful tools in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, drop into our design instruction classroom for one-on-one assistance. Sina Zekavat, a recent graduate in Architecture and Urban Studies from London, will be available to give you advice on how best to use the Adobe package to represent your ideas. First come, first served. No registration required.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Intro to FCP X
    Wednesday, July 3, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    This class will cover the basics of Final Cut Pro X to get you started. We will talk about setting up, media management, editing with the magnetic timeline, audio, color correction, editing with storylines and multicam. Come with questions! This workshop is presented by the Brooklyn Filmmakers Collective. The BFC is a tight-knit community of professional filmmakers and artists in Brooklyn, NY who are dedicated to innovative approaches to filmmaking and storytelling. Learn more at http://brooklynfilmmakerscollective.com.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Thursday, July 4, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Thursday, July 4, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Resume Help
    Thursday, July 4, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • French Conversation Group:Beginner Level
    Friday, July 5, 2013 1:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting

    The class will start as of Friday June 7th.

  • New York State Department of Labor Counseling
    Friday, July 5, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    The Department of Labor provides one-on-one help with your job search and information about DOL programs, services and resources. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    For more information, please call 718.623.7000.

  • Chess for Adults
    Friday, July 5, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library

    All skill levels can enjoy a game of chess in the Art & Music division on the third floor.

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Saturday, July 6, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Story Play
    Saturday, July 6, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 0 to 5.

  • Microsoft PowerPoint 2
    Saturday, July 6, 2013 10:30AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Basic computer knowledge required.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Sigma Storytime
    Saturday, July 6, 2013 12:00PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Volunteers from the Brooklyn Alumni Chapter of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity read stories to children.

    for ages 3 to 8

  • Advanced Chinese Studies in I-CHING
    Saturday, July 6, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    I-Ching the Book of Changes is one of the oldest Chinese Classic philosophies, and can help us to make decisions that our logic alone can't handle alone

    Free Lectures in Chinese and English

  • Microsoft PowerPoint 2
    Saturday, July 6, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Room 216

    Basic computer knowledge required.

  • Story & Craft
    Monday, July 8, 2013 2:30AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Hear a story and make a craft to take home. For ages 3-6.

    Tickets will be available the day of the program at the children's reference desk. Sorry, no groups or camps will be admitted.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Monday, July 8, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Toddler Storyplay
    Monday, July 8, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 18-36 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • NY Writers Coalition Drop-In Workshop
    Monday, July 8, 2013 3:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Are you working on a memoir, poem, or story and looking for some friendly feedback? Maybe you just want to put pen to paper and see what happens. Join NY Writers Coalition for a free community workshop! This writing group is open to writers of all genres — poetry, fiction, memoir, and anything else — and even to those who think they've never written before! Writing supplies will be provided, so just bring yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. No advance sign-up is necessary.

    Learn more at www.nywriterscoalition.org.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner & Intermediate Level
    Monday, July 8, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting. No registration required.

  • Drop-In Social Media Help
    Monday, July 8, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    Are you an artist? Musician? DJ? Entrepreneur? Learn how to make social media work for you. Drop in for one-on-one assistance.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Toddler Time
    Tuesday, July 9, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs. Ages 18 to 36 months. Call 718.230.2117 for more information.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Tuesday, July 9, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • STEP One-and-One Career Services
    Tuesday, July 9, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    A librarian is available to provide information on job search and career resources, including resume and cover letter help. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Watercolor Painting: Introduction to an Ancient Elegant Art
    Tuesday, July 9, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Dweck Center

    An introduction to the art of watercolor painting

    A Lifetive Arts' Creative Aging In Our Communities New York City Libraries Project for Adults 55 and older

  • Sidwalk Chalk
    Tuesday, July 9, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Draw with sidewalk chalk outside the Youth Wing entrance. For ages 7-12.

    Sorry, no camps or groups will be admitted.

  • Teen Tech Time
    Tuesday, July 9, 2013 4:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Do you want to design a website for a school project, or put yourself onto the cover of a fashion magazine? Come hang out, learn, play and explore the latest technology with friends while using PC and Mac laptops.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Russian Conversation Group(Central Library
    Tuesday, July 9, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library

    Improve yourRussian language in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Media World: Introduction to the Recording Studio
    Tuesday, July 9, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Welcome to the Media World! Instructor Bryan Samuel will show students the basics of how to use media applications such as iMovie, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. He will also demonstrate how to properly use and shoot with a camera, how to import your footage, and how to use a green screen! Each session, we'll focus on one topic and explore the basics. Join the learning experience and meet other people interested in your field. For more information, please email the instructor at bryan_entertainment@yahoo.com.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Researching Other Companies
    Tuesday, July 9, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Whether writing a business plan or investigating the competition, this workshop can help you find company information. Learn how to identify companies by industry and analyze their strengths and weaknesses, as well as find market share data and financial reports. This program will be held at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons in the Central Library at Grand Army Plaza.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/locations/business/events
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Portuguese Conversation Group: Intermediate Level
    Tuesday, July 9, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Practice your Brazilian Portuguese in an informal and fun setting.

    As of December, the class will be on Tuesdays evening from 7.00 PM
    No registration required.

  • Babies & Books
    Wednesday, July 10, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. 0 to 18 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Wednesday, July 10, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Great Books Discussion Series: Latin American Literature: García Márquez
    Wednesday, July 10, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    After finishing the Fuentes discussion, we will begin discussion of Gabriel García Márquez’s novel, One Hundred Years of Solitude, which tells the multi-generational story of the Buendía family.

    This series is made possible through Brooklyn Public Library’s Fund for the Humanities, established through the generous support of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Additional funding was provided by The Hearst Foundation, Inc.; the Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation; The Starr Foundation; the Leon and Muriel Gilbert Charitable Trust; the Henry and Lucy Moses Fund, Inc., and a gift in memory of Samuel and Pauline Wine.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons.

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner Level
    Wednesday, July 10, 2013 3:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required.

  • Resume Help
    Wednesday, July 10, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Pre-GED Registration
    Wednesday, July 10, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Learning Center

    Register for free Pre-GED classes. Daytime and evening schedules availablle. Please arrive on time and bring a pen. Plan on staying for three hours fo rtesting and enrollment. Discharge papers are required for 17 year olds. Program may request proof of age.

    Pre-GED classes are supported by a generous grant from the New York State Education Department, Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services (ACCES).

  • DIY Design Assistance
    Wednesday, July 10, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    If you have a specific idea in mind and you need design input, or if you want to learn about useful tools in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, drop into our design instruction classroom for one-on-one assistance. Sina Zekavat, a recent graduate in Architecture and Urban Studies from London, will be available to give you advice on how best to use the Adobe package to represent your ideas. First come, first served. No registration required.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Conversations with People Who Create in Brooklyn – Urban Adventures
    Wednesday, July 10, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Photographer Randy Duchaine will chat with individuals featured in his photographic exhibition, "Created in Brooklyn". Join us to hear about how and why they pursued these extraordinary activities in the urban environment.

    Lance Pinn, Brooklyn Boulders © Randy Duchaine www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Plaza Swing Series: Mona’s Hot Four
    Wednesday, July 10, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Plaza

    Clarinetist Dennis Lichtman leads the quartet through trad-jazz gems such as, “My Blue Heaven”, “Tiger Rag”, “Avalon” and many more. Vocalist Tamar Korn sits in for the show. Dance lessons are at 6:30, band starts at 7 pm. Rain date is July 11

    This series is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Thursday, July 11, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Thursday, July 11, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Resume Help
    Thursday, July 11, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • French Conversation Group:Beginner Level
    Friday, July 12, 2013 1:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting

    The class will start as of Friday June 7th.

  • Drawing Basics with Adobe Illustrator
    Friday, July 12, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Learn the basics of drawing with Adobe Illustrator CS6, the industry-standard vector graphics software, used by designers of all types who want to create digital graphics, illustrations, and typography. Each week we will cover a different group of tools in Illustrator, such as the shapes and lines tools, and the transform tools. Please bring a flash drive or a memory card to save your work. Class size is limited. First come, first served.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • New York State Department of Labor Counseling
    Friday, July 12, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    The Department of Labor provides one-on-one help with your job search and information about DOL programs, services and resources. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    For more information, please call 718.623.7000.

  • Chess for Adults
    Friday, July 12, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library

    All skill levels can enjoy a game of chess in the Art & Music division on the third floor.

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Saturday, July 13, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Story Play
    Saturday, July 13, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 0 to 5.

  • Microsoft PowerPoint 3
    Saturday, July 13, 2013 10:30AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Presented by New York Cares.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Specialized High School Admissions Practice Tests
    Saturday, July 13, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Warm up for the test and find out how you would score. Get realistic practice and try your hand at the types of questions you'll face on the actual exam. You'll receive a personalized score report pinpointing your strengths and weaknesses.

  • Advanced Chinese Studies in I-CHING
    Saturday, July 13, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    I-Ching the Book of Changes is one of the oldest Chinese Classic philosophies, and can help us to make decisions that our logic alone can't handle alone

    Free Lectures in Chinese and English

  • Microsoft PowerPoint 3
    Saturday, July 13, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Room 216

    Presented by New York Cares.

  • Story & Craft
    Monday, July 15, 2013 2:30AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Hear a story and make a craft to take home. For ages 3-6.

    Tickets will be available the day of the program at the children's reference desk. Sorry, no groups or camps will be admitted.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Monday, July 15, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Toddler Storyplay
    Monday, July 15, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 18-36 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • NY Writers Coalition Drop-In Workshop
    Monday, July 15, 2013 3:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Are you working on a memoir, poem, or story and looking for some friendly feedback? Maybe you just want to put pen to paper and see what happens. Join NY Writers Coalition for a free community workshop! This writing group is open to writers of all genres — poetry, fiction, memoir, and anything else — and even to those who think they've never written before! Writing supplies will be provided, so just bring yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. No advance sign-up is necessary.

    Learn more at www.nywriterscoalition.org.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner & Intermediate Level
    Monday, July 15, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting. No registration required.

  • Toddler Time
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs. Ages 18 to 36 months. Call 718.230.2117 for more information.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Foundation Center Database Searching Workshop
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Learn how to search for grants.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • STEP One-and-One Career Services
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    A librarian is available to provide information on job search and career resources, including resume and cover letter help. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Watercolor Painting: Introduction to an Ancient Elegant Art
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Dweck Center

    An introduction to the art of watercolor painting

    A Lifetive Arts' Creative Aging In Our Communities New York City Libraries Project for Adults 55 and older

  • Origami Yoda Party
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Fold origami "Star Wars" characters, you shall! Dance the "Twist", we might. Two copies of Tom Angleberger's "Art2-D2's Guide to Folding and Doodling" will be raffled off. Join us for a galactic great time! For ages 6-12.

    Sorry, no groups or camps will be admitted.

  • Teen Tech Time
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 4:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Do you want to design a website for a school project, or put yourself onto the cover of a fashion magazine? Come hang out, learn, play and explore the latest technology with friends while using PC and Mac laptops.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Russian Conversation Group(Central Library
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library

    Improve yourRussian language in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Building a Website: Today's Essential Marketing Tool
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Dweck Center

    Learn how to design a site that means business. Marketing expert Santos Morales will give you tips on how to attract attention, increase sales and keep customers coming back. This program will be held in the Dweck Center at the Central Library.

    Please register by visiting www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/locations/business/events or calling 718.623.7000 (option 4).

  • Media World: Introduction to the Recording Studio
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Welcome to the Media World! Instructor Bryan Samuel will show students the basics of how to use media applications such as iMovie, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. He will also demonstrate how to properly use and shoot with a camera, how to import your footage, and how to use a green screen! Each session, we'll focus on one topic and explore the basics. Join the learning experience and meet other people interested in your field. For more information, please email the instructor at bryan_entertainment@yahoo.com.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Portuguese Conversation Group: Intermediate Level
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Practice your Brazilian Portuguese in an informal and fun setting.

    As of December, the class will be on Tuesdays evening from 7.00 PM
    No registration required.

  • Creative Writing and Publishing Workshop
    Tuesday, July 16, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Explore various creative writing and publishing techniques including writing resources, copyright, query letters and more. This program is limited to 12 participants. Workshop themes: 1) I want to Write a Book: Helpful Resources to Get You Started. 2) Get It Right: Spelling, Grammar and Other Editing Details. 3) Okay, So I Wrote a Book, Now What? The Query Letter and More. 4) Protection Is Key: Copyrighting Your Work. 5) Publishing Options: You Mean There's Something Besides the Traditional Route? 6) Self Publishing: I'm Ready, Now What?

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Babies & Books
    Wednesday, July 17, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. 0 to 18 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Wednesday, July 17, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner Level
    Wednesday, July 17, 2013 3:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required.

  • Resume Help
    Wednesday, July 17, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • DIY Design Assistance
    Wednesday, July 17, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    If you have a specific idea in mind and you need design input, or if you want to learn about useful tools in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, drop into our design instruction classroom for one-on-one assistance. Sina Zekavat, a recent graduate in Architecture and Urban Studies from London, will be available to give you advice on how best to use the Adobe package to represent your ideas. First come, first served. No registration required.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Conversations with People Who Create in Brooklyn – Art & Music
    Wednesday, July 17, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Photographer Randy Duchaine will chat with individuals featured in his photographic exhibition, "Created in Brooklyn". Meet Brooklynites whose vision has advanced our access and enjoyment to music, art, theater and more.

    Lucien Zayan, Invisible Dog Art Space, copyright Randy Duchaine www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Plaza Swing Series: Paulo Stagnaro Quartet
    Wednesday, July 17, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Plaza

    Berkelee College of Music presents this rising percussionist and composer, who has shared the stage with with Marcus Miller, Danilo Perez, Paquito D'Rivera, and Gloria Estefan, among many others. He’ll lead his band through the Salsa, Timba, Bolero, and Cha Cha Cha. Dance lessons are at 6:30, band starts at 7 pm. Rain date is July 18.

    This series is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Thursday, July 18, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Thursday, July 18, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Resume Help
    Thursday, July 18, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Drop-In Social Media Help
    Friday, July 19, 2013 12:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    Are you an artist? Musician? DJ? Entrepreneur? Learn how to make social media work for you. Drop in for one-on-one assistance.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • French Conversation Group:Beginner Level
    Friday, July 19, 2013 1:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting

    The class will start as of Friday June 7th.

  • Drawing Basics with Adobe Illustrator
    Friday, July 19, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Learn the basics of drawing with Adobe Illustrator CS6, the industry-standard vector graphics software, used by designers of all types who want to create digital graphics, illustrations, and typography. Each week we will cover a different group of tools in Illustrator, such as the shapes and lines tools, and the transform tools. Please bring a flash drive or a memory card to save your work. Class size is limited. First come, first served.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • New York State Department of Labor Counseling
    Friday, July 19, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    The Department of Labor provides one-on-one help with your job search and information about DOL programs, services and resources. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    For more information, please call 718.623.7000.

  • Chess for Adults
    Friday, July 19, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library

    All skill levels can enjoy a game of chess in the Art & Music division on the third floor.

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Saturday, July 20, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Story Play
    Saturday, July 20, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 0 to 5.

  • Microsoft Excel 1
    Saturday, July 20, 2013 10:30AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Presented by New York Cares.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Advanced Chinese Studies in I-CHING
    Saturday, July 20, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    I-Ching the Book of Changes is one of the oldest Chinese Classic philosophies, and can help us to make decisions that our logic alone can't handle alone

    Free Lectures in Chinese and English

  • Microsoft Excel 1
    Saturday, July 20, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Room 216

    Presented by New York Cares.

  • Story & Craft
    Monday, July 22, 2013 2:30AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Hear a story and make a craft to take home. For ages 3-6.

    Tickets will be available the day of the program at the children's reference desk. Sorry, no groups or camps will be admitted.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Monday, July 22, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • NY Writers Coalition Drop-In Workshop
    Monday, July 22, 2013 3:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Are you working on a memoir, poem, or story and looking for some friendly feedback? Maybe you just want to put pen to paper and see what happens. Join NY Writers Coalition for a free community workshop! This writing group is open to writers of all genres — poetry, fiction, memoir, and anything else — and even to those who think they've never written before! Writing supplies will be provided, so just bring yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. No advance sign-up is necessary.

    Learn more at www.nywriterscoalition.org.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner & Intermediate Level
    Monday, July 22, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting. No registration required.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Tuesday, July 23, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • STEP One-and-One Career Services
    Tuesday, July 23, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    A librarian is available to provide information on job search and career resources, including resume and cover letter help. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Watercolor Painting: Introduction to an Ancient Elegant Art
    Tuesday, July 23, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Dweck Center

    An introduction to the art of watercolor painting

    A Lifetive Arts' Creative Aging In Our Communities New York City Libraries Project for Adults 55 and older

  • Mermaids vs. Pirates: A Puppet Showdown
    Tuesday, July 23, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Are you Team Mermaid or Team Pirate? Puppets tell jokes, trivia, and stories in a battle of who rules the sea. Make a puppet to take home with you. For ages 6-12.

    Tickets will be available the day of the program at the children's reference desk. Sorry, no groups or camps will be admitted.

  • Teen Tech Time
    Tuesday, July 23, 2013 4:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Do you want to design a website for a school project, or put yourself onto the cover of a fashion magazine? Come hang out, learn, play and explore the latest technology with friends while using PC and Mac laptops.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Russian Conversation Group(Central Library
    Tuesday, July 23, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library

    Improve yourRussian language in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Media World: Introduction to the Recording Studio
    Tuesday, July 23, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Welcome to the Media World! Instructor Bryan Samuel will show students the basics of how to use media applications such as iMovie, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. He will also demonstrate how to properly use and shoot with a camera, how to import your footage, and how to use a green screen! Each session, we'll focus on one topic and explore the basics. Join the learning experience and meet other people interested in your field. For more information, please email the instructor at bryan_entertainment@yahoo.com.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Researching an Industry
    Tuesday, July 23, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Do you need to write a business plan or refine your marketing strategy? This workshop will show you how to size your industry, identify major players, and research future trends. This program will be held at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons in the Central Library at Grand Army Plaza.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/locations/business/events
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Portuguese Conversation Group: Intermediate Level
    Tuesday, July 23, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Practice your Brazilian Portuguese in an informal and fun setting.

    As of December, the class will be on Tuesdays evening from 7.00 PM
    No registration required.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Wednesday, July 24, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Great Books Discussion Series: Latin American Literature: García Márquez
    Wednesday, July 24, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Finish discussing One Hundred Years of Solitude.

    This series is made possible through Brooklyn Public Library’s Fund for the Humanities, established through the generous support of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Additional funding was provided by The Hearst Foundation, Inc.; the Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation; The Starr Foundation; the Leon and Muriel Gilbert Charitable Trust; the Henry and Lucy Moses Fund, Inc., and a gift in memory of Samuel and Pauline Wine.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons.

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner Level
    Wednesday, July 24, 2013 3:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required.

  • Resume Help
    Wednesday, July 24, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • DIY Design Assistance
    Wednesday, July 24, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    If you have a specific idea in mind and you need design input, or if you want to learn about useful tools in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, drop into our design instruction classroom for one-on-one assistance. Sina Zekavat, a recent graduate in Architecture and Urban Studies from London, will be available to give you advice on how best to use the Adobe package to represent your ideas. First come, first served. No registration required.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Microsoft Excel for Your Business
    Wednesday, July 24, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Learn to use an online spreadsheet to create cash flow statements, track expenses and make projections for your business. Othniel Denis of Excellent Ones Consulting will help you master the basics of Excel. Please register online at www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/locations/business/events or call 718.623.7000 and press option 4.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Plaza Swing Series: Eliano Bráz: The Forró Fiddler
    Wednesday, July 24, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Plaza

    Bráz and his Forró group fuse the popular Brazilian music from the Northeastern region of the country with complex rhythms and lyrical melodies. Bráz, a native of Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil, has performed with classical orchestras and popular music groups, playing with musicians such as Ermeto Pascal,Rita Lee, Belchior, J’ Quest and many others. Dance lessons are at 6:30, band starts at 7 pm. This event is part of Brasil Summerfest. Rain date is July 25.

    This series is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Thursday, July 25, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Drop-In Social Media Help
    Thursday, July 25, 2013 3:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    Are you an artist? Musician? DJ? Entrepreneur? Learn how to make social media work for you. Drop in for one-on-one assistance.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Thursday, July 25, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Resume Help
    Thursday, July 25, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • CitizenshipWorks Naturalization Application Workshop
    Friday, July 26, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    A workshop to help eligible lawful permanent residents prepare their N-400 Application for Naturalization to become U.S. citizens. This workshop will use interactive online interviews from CitizenshipWorks.org to determine eligibility and help prepare forms. Immigration experts will be available to review applications and answer legal questions related to applying for citizenship. Registration is not required, but strongly encouraged. Assistance will be provided on a first-come first-servied basis, but pre-registered attendees will have priority.

    To register, visit citizenshipworks.org/register or call the Ya es Hora Hotline at (888) 839-8682.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • French Conversation Group:Beginner Level
    Friday, July 26, 2013 1:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting

    The class will start as of Friday June 7th.

  • Drawing Basics with Adobe Illustrator
    Friday, July 26, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Learn the basics of drawing with Adobe Illustrator CS6, the industry-standard vector graphics software, used by designers of all types who want to create digital graphics, illustrations, and typography. Each week we will cover a different group of tools in Illustrator, such as the shapes and lines tools, and the transform tools. Please bring a flash drive or a memory card to save your work. Class size is limited. First come, first served.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • New York State Department of Labor Counseling
    Friday, July 26, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    The Department of Labor provides one-on-one help with your job search and information about DOL programs, services and resources. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    For more information, please call 718.623.7000.

  • Chess for Adults
    Friday, July 26, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library

    All skill levels can enjoy a game of chess in the Art & Music division on the third floor.

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Saturday, July 27, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Microsoft Excel 2
    Saturday, July 27, 2013 10:30AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Presented by New York Cares.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Hypertension & High Blood Pressure Support Group and Informational Forum
    Saturday, July 27, 2013 12:00PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    A support group and informational forum for teens, adults, and seniors who suffer high blood pressure or are a care taker of those who take of someone with high blood pressure.

    For more information, contact: email erooc@yahoo.com or call: (516) 382-7340

  • Advanced Chinese Studies in I-CHING
    Saturday, July 27, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    I-Ching the Book of Changes is one of the oldest Chinese Classic philosophies, and can help us to make decisions that our logic alone can't handle alone

    Free Lectures in Chinese and English

  • Microsoft Excel 2
    Saturday, July 27, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Room 216

    Presented by New York Cares.

  • Story & Craft
    Monday, July 29, 2013 2:30AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Hear a story and make a craft to take home. For ages 3-6.

    Tickets will be available the day of the program at the children's reference desk. Sorry, no groups or camps will be admitted.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Monday, July 29, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • NY Writers Coalition Drop-In Workshop
    Monday, July 29, 2013 3:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Are you working on a memoir, poem, or story and looking for some friendly feedback? Maybe you just want to put pen to paper and see what happens. Join NY Writers Coalition for a free community workshop! This writing group is open to writers of all genres — poetry, fiction, memoir, and anything else — and even to those who think they've never written before! Writing supplies will be provided, so just bring yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. No advance sign-up is necessary.

    Learn more at www.nywriterscoalition.org.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner & Intermediate Level
    Monday, July 29, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting. No registration required.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Tuesday, July 30, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • STEP One-and-One Career Services
    Tuesday, July 30, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    A librarian is available to provide information on job search and career resources, including resume and cover letter help. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Watercolor Painting: Introduction to an Ancient Elegant Art
    Tuesday, July 30, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Dweck Center

    An introduction to the art of watercolor painting

    A Lifetive Arts' Creative Aging In Our Communities New York City Libraries Project for Adults 55 and older

  • Nail Salon
    Tuesday, July 30, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Try trendy nail art design like polka dots and ombre during an afternoon of manicure fun. Girls and Boys, ages 6-12. Parents and Caregivers are welcome.

    Sorry, no groups or camps will be admitted.

  • Teen Tech Time
    Tuesday, July 30, 2013 4:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Do you want to design a website for a school project, or put yourself onto the cover of a fashion magazine? Come hang out, learn, play and explore the latest technology with friends while using PC and Mac laptops.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Russian Conversation Group(Central Library
    Tuesday, July 30, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library

    Improve yourRussian language in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Putting Your Website to Work: New Tools for Increasing Sales
    Tuesday, July 30, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Dweck Center

    Learn how to attract customers to your website using search engine optimization. Find out how to use web analytics to get to know your customers and improve your bottom-line. This program will be held in the Dweck Center at the Central Library.

    Please register by visiting www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/locations/business/events or calling 718.623.7000 (option 4).

  • Media World: Introduction to the Recording Studio
    Tuesday, July 30, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Welcome to the Media World! Instructor Bryan Samuel will show students the basics of how to use media applications such as iMovie, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. He will also demonstrate how to properly use and shoot with a camera, how to import your footage, and how to use a green screen! Each session, we'll focus on one topic and explore the basics. Join the learning experience and meet other people interested in your field. For more information, please email the instructor at bryan_entertainment@yahoo.com.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Portuguese Conversation Group: Intermediate Level
    Tuesday, July 30, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Practice your Brazilian Portuguese in an informal and fun setting.

    As of December, the class will be on Tuesdays evening from 7.00 PM
    No registration required.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Wednesday, July 31, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Philosophy Discussion Group
    Wednesday, July 31, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Reverend Elsie Smith Room

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner Level
    Wednesday, July 31, 2013 3:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required.

  • Resume Help
    Wednesday, July 31, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • DIY Design Assistance
    Wednesday, July 31, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    If you have a specific idea in mind and you need design input, or if you want to learn about useful tools in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, drop into our design instruction classroom for one-on-one assistance. Sina Zekavat, a recent graduate in Architecture and Urban Studies from London, will be available to give you advice on how best to use the Adobe package to represent your ideas. First come, first served. No registration required.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Plaza Swing Series: Harlem Blues and Jazz Band
    Wednesday, July 31, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Plaza

    These veteran jazz and blues musicians have roots that reach to the 1920s and ‘30s, when they really did stomp at the Savoy! This jump band performs hard-driving Kansas City stompers and sultry blues. Featuring Zeke Mullins on keys; Michael Max Fleming on bass; Jackie Williams, drums; Fred Staton on tenor sax; Ruth Brisbane, vocal; Joey Morant on trumpet and flugelhorn. Dance lessons are at 6:30, band starts at 7 pm. Rain date is August 1.

    This series is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

  • Mac Basics
    Wednesday, July 31, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Learn how to navigate a Mac computer.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Thursday, August 1, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Thursday, August 1, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Resume Help
    Thursday, August 1, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • French Conversation Group:Beginner Level
    Friday, August 2, 2013 1:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting

    The class will start as of Friday June 7th.

  • Drawing Basics with Adobe Illustrator
    Friday, August 2, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Learn the basics of drawing with Adobe Illustrator CS6, the industry-standard vector graphics software, used by designers of all types who want to create digital graphics, illustrations, and typography. Each week we will cover a different group of tools in Illustrator, such as the shapes and lines tools, and the transform tools. Please bring a flash drive or a memory card to save your work. Class size is limited. First come, first served.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • New York State Department of Labor Counseling
    Friday, August 2, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    The Department of Labor provides one-on-one help with your job search and information about DOL programs, services and resources. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    For more information, please call 718.623.7000.

  • Chess for Adults
    Friday, August 2, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library

    All skill levels can enjoy a game of chess in the Art & Music division on the third floor.

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Saturday, August 3, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Microsoft Excel 3
    Saturday, August 3, 2013 10:30AM
    Central Library, Room 216

    Presented by New York Cares.

  • Microsoft Excel 3
    Saturday, August 3, 2013 10:30AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Presented by New York Cares.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Sigma Storytime
    Saturday, August 3, 2013 12:00PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Volunteers from the Brooklyn Alumni Chapter of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity read stories to children.

    for ages 3 to 8

  • Advanced Chinese Studies in I-CHING
    Saturday, August 3, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    I-Ching the Book of Changes is one of the oldest Chinese Classic philosophies, and can help us to make decisions that our logic alone can't handle alone

    Free Lectures in Chinese and English

  • Do It Yourself Success: Plan and Grow Your Dream Project
    Saturday, August 3, 2013 3:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Presented by Eleanor C. Whitney, the author of "Grow: How to Take Your Do It Yourself Project and Passion to the Next Level and Quit Your Job!" this workshop will focus on giving you the tools you need to make the project of your dreams a success. Whether it's establishing a regular creative practice, launching a small business or organization, planning an exhibition or tour, or selling handmade goods, this workshop will help you articulate a mission, set goals, and find resources for your dream project. In this interactive session, you will work with other participants in small groups to set and share your projects, articulate your goals and identify areas where your need to find additional resources to bring your project to fruition. Come with an idea you want to develop and expect to leave with concrete steps to take to actualize your project and the motivation that comes with knowing you are part of a strong community of DIY creators and entrepreneurs.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Story & Craft
    Monday, August 5, 2013 2:30AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Hear a story and make a craft to take home. For ages 3-6.

    Tickets will be available the day of the program at the children's reference desk. Sorry, no groups or camps will be admitted.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Monday, August 5, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Toddler Storyplay
    Monday, August 5, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 18-36 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • NY Writers Coalition Drop-In Workshop
    Monday, August 5, 2013 3:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Are you working on a memoir, poem, or story and looking for some friendly feedback? Maybe you just want to put pen to paper and see what happens. Join NY Writers Coalition for a free community workshop! This writing group is open to writers of all genres — poetry, fiction, memoir, and anything else — and even to those who think they've never written before! Writing supplies will be provided, so just bring yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. No advance sign-up is necessary.

    Learn more at www.nywriterscoalition.org.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Teen Reads Book Club
    Monday, August 5, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Join us every month for a lively discussion about another great book! Ages 12 to 15. Call 718-230-2117 for more information.

  • Brooklyn Open
    Monday, August 5, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Dweck Center

    Brooklyn Open, a monthly open mic series for teens, is a safe space for poets, spoken work artists, emcees, scholars and activists to share their powerful and important voices. These events are run by youth for youth, with youth DJs, youth hosts and a monthly featured poet.

    Presented in partnership with Urban Word NYC

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner & Intermediate Level
    Monday, August 5, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting. No registration required.

  • Toddler Time
    Tuesday, August 6, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs. Ages 18 to 36 months. Call 718.230.2117 for more information.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program.

  • French Conversation Group: Beginner & Intermediate Levels
    Tuesday, August 6, 2013 11:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting.
    No registration required.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Tuesday, August 6, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • STEP One-and-One Career Services
    Tuesday, August 6, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    A librarian is available to provide information on job search and career resources, including resume and cover letter help. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Wii Just Dance Party
    Tuesday, August 6, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Come for some fun and be ready to just dance! For ages 6-12.

    This will be held in the Information Commons Lab. Sorry, no groups or camps will be admitted.

  • Teen Tech Time
    Tuesday, August 6, 2013 4:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Do you want to design a website for a school project, or put yourself onto the cover of a fashion magazine? Come hang out, learn, play and explore the latest technology with friends while using PC and Mac laptops.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Russian Conversation Group(Central Library
    Tuesday, August 6, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library

    Improve yourRussian language in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Media World: Introduction to the Recording Studio
    Tuesday, August 6, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Welcome to the Media World! Instructor Bryan Samuel will show students the basics of how to use media applications such as iMovie, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. He will also demonstrate how to properly use and shoot with a camera, how to import your footage, and how to use a green screen! Each session, we'll focus on one topic and explore the basics. Join the learning experience and meet other people interested in your field. For more information, please email the instructor at bryan_entertainment@yahoo.com.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Portuguese Conversation Group: Intermediate Level
    Tuesday, August 6, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Practice your Brazilian Portuguese in an informal and fun setting.

    As of December, the class will be on Tuesdays evening from 7.00 PM
    No registration required.

  • Babies & Books
    Wednesday, August 7, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. 0 to 18 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Wednesday, August 7, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner Level
    Wednesday, August 7, 2013 3:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required.

  • Resume Help
    Wednesday, August 7, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • DIY Design Assistance
    Wednesday, August 7, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    If you have a specific idea in mind and you need design input, or if you want to learn about useful tools in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, drop into our design instruction classroom for one-on-one assistance. Sina Zekavat, a recent graduate in Architecture and Urban Studies from London, will be available to give you advice on how best to use the Adobe package to represent your ideas. First come, first served. No registration required.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Thursday, August 8, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Thursday, August 8, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Resume Help
    Thursday, August 8, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • French Conversation Group:Beginner Level
    Friday, August 9, 2013 1:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting

    The class will start as of Friday June 7th.

  • Drawing Basics with Adobe Illustrator
    Friday, August 9, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Learn the basics of drawing with Adobe Illustrator CS6, the industry-standard vector graphics software, used by designers of all types who want to create digital graphics, illustrations, and typography. Each week we will cover a different group of tools in Illustrator, such as the shapes and lines tools, and the transform tools. Please bring a flash drive or a memory card to save your work. Class size is limited. First come, first served.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • New York State Department of Labor Counseling
    Friday, August 9, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    The Department of Labor provides one-on-one help with your job search and information about DOL programs, services and resources. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    For more information, please call 718.623.7000.

  • Chess for Adults
    Friday, August 9, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library

    All skill levels can enjoy a game of chess in the Art & Music division on the third floor.

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Saturday, August 10, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Story Play
    Saturday, August 10, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 0 to 5.

  • Microsoft Excel 4
    Saturday, August 10, 2013 10:30AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Presented by New York Cares.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Specialized High School Admissions Practice Tests
    Saturday, August 10, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Warm up for the test and find out how you would score. Get realistic practice and try your hand at the types of questions you'll face on the actual exam. You'll receive a personalized score report pinpointing your strengths and weaknesses.

  • Advanced Chinese Studies in I-CHING
    Saturday, August 10, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    I-Ching the Book of Changes is one of the oldest Chinese Classic philosophies, and can help us to make decisions that our logic alone can't handle alone

    Free Lectures in Chinese and English

  • Microsoft Excel 4
    Saturday, August 10, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Room 216

    Presented by New York Cares.

  • Story & Craft
    Monday, August 12, 2013 2:30AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Hear a story and make a craft to take home. For ages 3-6.

    Tickets will be available the day of the program at the children's reference desk. Sorry, no groups or camps will be admitted.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Monday, August 12, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Toddler Storyplay
    Monday, August 12, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 18-36 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • NY Writers Coalition Drop-In Workshop
    Monday, August 12, 2013 3:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Are you working on a memoir, poem, or story and looking for some friendly feedback? Maybe you just want to put pen to paper and see what happens. Join NY Writers Coalition for a free community workshop! This writing group is open to writers of all genres — poetry, fiction, memoir, and anything else — and even to those who think they've never written before! Writing supplies will be provided, so just bring yourself. All levels of experience are welcome. No advance sign-up is necessary.

    Learn more at www.nywriterscoalition.org.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner & Intermediate Level
    Monday, August 12, 2013 6:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting. No registration required.

  • Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party
    Tuesday, August 13, 2013 2:30AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Come to our Diary of a Wimpy Kid party. Play DoaWK trivia, get your picture taken at the photobooth, play the shame game, and pin the booger on the finger. Tickets are required for this event. For ages 6-12.

    Tickets will be available the day of the program at the children's reference desk. Sorry, no groups or camps will be admitted.

  • Toddler Time
    Tuesday, August 13, 2013 10:15AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs. Ages 18 to 36 months. Call 718.230.2117 for more information.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program.

  • French Conversation Group: Beginner & Intermediate Levels
    Tuesday, August 13, 2013 11:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting.
    No registration required.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Tuesday, August 13, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • STEP One-and-One Career Services
    Tuesday, August 13, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    A librarian is available to provide information on job search and career resources, including resume and cover letter help. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Teen Tech Time
    Tuesday, August 13, 2013 4:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Do you want to design a website for a school project, or put yourself onto the cover of a fashion magazine? Come hang out, learn, play and explore the latest technology with friends while using PC and Mac laptops.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Russian Conversation Group(Central Library
    Tuesday, August 13, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library

    Improve yourRussian language in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required

  • Media World: Introduction to the Recording Studio
    Tuesday, August 13, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Welcome to the Media World! Instructor Bryan Samuel will show students the basics of how to use media applications such as iMovie, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator. He will also demonstrate how to properly use and shoot with a camera, how to import your footage, and how to use a green screen! Each session, we'll focus on one topic and explore the basics. Join the learning experience and meet other people interested in your field. For more information, please email the instructor at bryan_entertainment@yahoo.com.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Portuguese Conversation Group: Intermediate Level
    Tuesday, August 13, 2013 7:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Practice your Brazilian Portuguese in an informal and fun setting.

    As of December, the class will be on Tuesdays evening from 7.00 PM
    No registration required.

  • Babies & Books
    Wednesday, August 14, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. 0 to 18 months.

    Space is limited. Pick up a ticket at the Children's Reference Desk on the morning of the program. Please call 718.230.2117 for more information.

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Wednesday, August 14, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Spanish Conversation Group: Beginner Level
    Wednesday, August 14, 2013 3:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting

    No registration required.

  • Resume Help
    Wednesday, August 14, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • DIY Design Assistance
    Wednesday, August 14, 2013 6:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 5

    If you have a specific idea in mind and you need design input, or if you want to learn about useful tools in Adobe Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, drop into our design instruction classroom for one-on-one assistance. Sina Zekavat, a recent graduate in Architecture and Urban Studies from London, will be available to give you advice on how best to use the Adobe package to represent your ideas. First come, first served. No registration required.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Meet One-on-One with a Business Counselor
    Thursday, August 15, 2013 1:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Meet with a SCORE counselor to discuss your business needs. Get advice on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and much more. SCORE is an SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 and select option 3 to make an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: As of Monday, June 3, until further notice, all SCORE appointments will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    SCORE is a not-for-profit volunteer association of successful business people who provide free, confidential, one-on-one business counseling.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Thursday, August 15, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Resume Help
    Thursday, August 15, 2013 5:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 6

    Get one-on-one assistance on how to tailor your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program (no reservation required).

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • CitizenshipWorks Naturalization Application Workshop
    Friday, August 16, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    A workshop to help eligible lawful permanent residents prepare their N-400 Application for Naturalization to become U.S. citizens. This workshop will use interactive online interviews from CitizenshipWorks.org to determine eligibility and help prepare forms. Immigration experts will be available to review applications and answer legal questions related to applying for citizenship. Registration is not required, but strongly encouraged. Assistance will be provided on a first-come first-servied basis, but pre-registered attendees will have priority.

    To register, visit citizenshipworks.org/register or call the Ya es Hora Hotline at (888) 839-8682.
    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • French Conversation Group:Beginner Level
    Friday, August 16, 2013 1:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    Practice your French in an informal and fun setting

    The class will start as of Friday June 7th.

  • Drawing Basics with Adobe Illustrator
    Friday, August 16, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 1

    Learn the basics of drawing with Adobe Illustrator CS6, the industry-standard vector graphics software, used by designers of all types who want to create digital graphics, illustrations, and typography. Each week we will cover a different group of tools in Illustrator, such as the shapes and lines tools, and the transform tools. Please bring a flash drive or a memory card to save your work. Class size is limited. First come, first served.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • New York State Department of Labor Counseling
    Friday, August 16, 2013 2:00PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    The Department of Labor provides one-on-one help with your job search and information about DOL programs, services and resources. No appointment is necessary. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons
    For more information, please call 718.623.7000.

  • Chess for Adults
    Friday, August 16, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library

    All skill levels can enjoy a game of chess in the Art & Music division on the third floor.

  • Free One-on-One Financial Counseling
    Saturday, August 17, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 3

    Take a step toward financial stability—make a confidential appointment with a counselor from Bedford Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation’s Financial Empowerment Center. A counselor can advise you on budgeting and money management, establishing and improving credit ratings, analyzing your credit report, finding affordable banking services, financial planning, and reducing debt. Please call 718.636.6994 for an appointment. PLEASE NOTE: Starting Thursday, June 6, until further notice, all sessions of this program will take place at the Shelby White & Leon Levy Information Commons at the Central Library, Grand Army Plaza. This is a Business & Career Library service.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Story Play
    Saturday, August 17, 2013 10:00AM
    Central Library, Youth Wing

    Play with toys and hear stories. Ages 0 to 5.

  • Microsoft Word 1
    Saturday, August 17, 2013 10:30AM
    Central Library, Information Commons Lab

    Presented by New York Cares.

    www.bklynpubliclibrary.org/infocommons

  • Advanced Chinese Studies in I-CHING
    Saturday, August 17, 2013 2:30PM
    Central Library, Information Commons, Meeting Room 4

    I-Ching the Book of Changes is one of the oldest Chinese Classic philosophies, and can help us to make decisions that our logic alone can't handle alone

    Free Lectures in Chinese and English

  • Microsoft Word 1
    Saturday, August 17, 2013 4:00PM
    Central Library, Room 216

    Presented by New York Cares.