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Library for Arts and Culture Library for Arts & Culture is an art-centric library, unique reading room and event space.

NEXT WEEK! On the evening of October 27, artist Nikki Kramer will be holding a writing prompt forum. The theme of this e...
10/23/2026

NEXT WEEK! On the evening of October 27, artist Nikki Kramer will be holding a writing prompt forum. The theme of this event will be Autonomy. In this space, there will be a provided sequence of writing prompts; you may answer these prompts in whichever form of writing you desire: a poem, a fictional story, a play, a journal entry, etc. You will have an allocated amount of time to answer the prompts, then we will share and discuss.

You are not obligated to share, but this will be a safe and supported space where your writing will not be judged. If you have a notebook or paper and a writing utensil, please bring these items with you, if not, we will have supplies provided.

RSVP Here: https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/writing-prompt-forum-library-for-arts-culture-20261027-0615pm

SATURDAY! One year ago, a conversation began. At the intersection of Black fashion history and cultural institutions, pa...
10/22/2026

SATURDAY! One year ago, a conversation began.

At the intersection of Black fashion history and cultural institutions, particularly those in GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives and Museums) emerged a community of thinkers, creators, designers, archivists, historians and the like. Asking a simple, yet powerful question: Who is preserving Black fashion history, and how?

Today? The conversation continues, but this time centering the women who have always been at its heart. To commemorate the one-year anniversary of BKLYN Designs, “Adorned and Archived: Women in GLAM” is a celebration of the extraordinary women working at the junction of Black fashion, cultural preservation and institutional change.

From the curator protecting garments in temperature-controlled archives to the journalist making fashion history accessible; the librarian building community collections down to the museum educator developing programming for underprivileged communities. These women not only engage in the work of preservation, they also ensure that our history survives to reach the people who need it the most.

Join us for an evening of celebration, celebration and community as we reflect on the one year of the Library for Arts & Culture’s premiere fashion conversation. Exploring how GLAM institutions preserve, amplify and center Black fashion narratives. Celebrating the women who continuously thread this work together across galleries, libraries, archives, and museums.

RSVP Here: https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/bklyn-designs-adorned-and-library-for-arts-culture-20261024-0600pm

FRIDAY! I’ve Arted is a new, live game show, rooted in improvisation and meant to celebrate the joy of art! Three audien...
10/21/2026

FRIDAY! I’ve Arted is a new, live game show, rooted in improvisation and meant to celebrate the joy of art! Three audience members are invited on-stage to draw an original piece of art based on a prompt we receive that night. While they work, I’ve Arted’s host will interview three established storytellers from the worlds of literature, theatre, standup comedy, and more about their relationship to art. Finally, the storytellers will have a few moments to come up with the story of one of the pieces and its title, so we as an audience can vote on the best story. Fun, silly, and meant to remove the pressure that we as adults put on ourselves to be great at everything, inviting the audience to enjoy the storytelling nature of art!

RSVP Here: https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/interlibrary-laughs-library-for-arts-culture-20261023-0600pm

In Mexico, Día de Mu***os is closely tied to the All-Souls' Day tradition, when families welcome the souls of their depa...
10/15/2026

In Mexico, Día de Mu***os is closely tied to the All-Souls' Day tradition, when families welcome the souls of their departed loved ones back to the world of the living for a brief visit.

Come explore our small collection of titles this month! We’re highlighting books that explore the beliefs and traditions associated with Día de Mu***os. Visit us to discover more about this meaningful cultural tradition and the ways families honor and remember the souls of their loved ones during this special time of year.

NEXT WEEK! Join Dr. Nicole Grimes, CEO and Founder of Carib Biz Network, and Ronnie Dickerson Stewart, author of Work Li...
10/14/2026

NEXT WEEK! Join Dr. Nicole Grimes, CEO and Founder of Carib Biz Network, and Ronnie Dickerson Stewart, author of Work Life Remix, for a rich conversation about work, life, optionality, and provision in an era where the old social contracts with work are shifting. Ronnie coaches, teaches, and guides leaders across the creative and tech industries who are consciously redesigning their approach to work and life.

This conversation explores what a Work Life Remix posture makes possible: capacity for what matters most and provision you can build on for the long haul. You'll leave with provocations, gems, and actual tools for the way forward!

RSVP Here: https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/carib-biz-network-library-for-arts-culture-20261020-0600pm

Welcome to our Heritage Ambassador public Meet up series where folk Heritage artists engage participants into the sharin...
10/13/2026

Welcome to our Heritage Ambassador public Meet up series where folk Heritage artists engage participants into the sharing of their artistic experience, skill and cultural heritage.

Join BPL Heritage Ambassador Palestinian organizer and DJ artist Fatin Jarara for a presentation on the Palestinian tradition of song circles led by women as well as an interactive presentation of the practice. Participation encouraged for those interested in cultural accessibility and preservation.

RSVP Here: https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/heritage-ambassador-meet-library-for-arts-culture-20261013-0600pm

SATURDAY! Greetings, Graphic Novel Crew! AiHGNBC is back in session! Whether you only read Graphic Novels or haven't pic...
10/07/2026

SATURDAY! Greetings, Graphic Novel Crew! AiHGNBC is back in session!

Whether you only read Graphic Novels or haven't picked up a comic since the Sunday funnies, this club's for you! You don't have to read all texts listed below, but come ready to engage regardless. If wait times for books are long, we don't mind if you use your other library cards to procure books. We spread library love: it's the Brooklyn way. Each month's theme is decided at the prior session.

This Month's Theme: "Define Scary?"

Taking a look at some hefty tomes, if not in length, then in the weight of its words and imagery. What one person might not find scary could be another person's worst nightmare. Some are fantastical, some are historical, but most are a bit unimaginable.

Some selections:

Stuck Rubber Baby by Howard Cruse

Brain Damage by Shintaro Kago

When I Arrived at the Castle by E.M. Carroll

Incognegro by Mat Johnson and Warren Pleece

Honorable mentions

The werewolf at dusk: and other stories by David Small

Unterzakhn by Leela Corman

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REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/adulting-hard-graphic-library-for-arts-culture-20261010-0400pm

~See you soon

TOMMORROW! Learn, Create and Enjoy a New Hobby!Join Maggie Koluch, a Polish artisan who has worked with designers across...
10/02/2026

TOMMORROW! Learn, Create and Enjoy a New Hobby!

Join Maggie Koluch, a Polish artisan who has worked with designers across New York's fashion industry. Crochet, knitting, and handcraft are skills she developed long before she applied them professionally.
Today, Maggie collaborates with designers across New York’s fashion industry. Her work reflects a long-standing interest in handcraft, shaped by knowledge passed down through generations and refined through years of experience.

Come and joy us for a fun and creative knitting workshop!

Whether you are completely new to knitting or already know how your stiches, Maggie is here to help.

In this hands-on workshop you will have the opportunity to learn the basics of knitting, improve your skills, ask questions, get helpful tips from Maggie and meet other people who enjoy crafting.

Beginner and intermediate knitters are welcome.

What to bring: Please bring your own knitting needle and yarn.

Happening Tomorrow!Join filmmaker Ashley Cervantes del Carmen for an evening of collage-making with the use of personal ...
10/01/2026

Happening Tomorrow!

Join filmmaker Ashley Cervantes del Carmen for an evening of collage-making with the use of personal archives to create family trees that celebrate participants' Hispanic/Latino heritage.

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