Bryant Park Reading Room

Offer

Free Reading Room Materials

Free use of books, newspapers, and magazines at the Bryant Park Reading Room. The outdoor Reading Room is open daily from April to September, 11am-7pm, for reading in the park. No digital readers are available, only printed materials.

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Quiet Reading

Sat, 29 Aug

Silent reading hour followed by open conversation with a community of readers.

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Poetry

Sat, 29 Aug

Award-winning poetry by established and emerging poets.

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Author

Sat, 29 Aug

Best-selling authors offer advice and discuss their latest books.

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Nature Talks

Sat, 29 Aug

A lecture series giving a fresh perspective on the surprisingly abundant living things all around us in New York City.

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Reel Talks

Sat, 29 Aug

Talks on movies, cinema culture, and filmmaking.

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Non-Fiction

Sat, 29 Aug

Lectures and conversations with historians, authors, and thinkers.

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StoryTime

Sat, 29 Aug

Stories and fun with Cali Co Cat and friends. For ages 2 to 8. Free books while supply lasts.

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Writers Workshop

Sat, 29 Aug

Workshops geared to improve your writing skills.

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BookClub

Sat, 29 Aug

Conversations on the classics.

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Crossword Tournament

Sat, 19 Sept

Compete in singles and pairs divisions on three original puzzles by crossword guru Mike Shenk, with scoring based on accuracy and speed. The top three will move to the final round. Prizes will be awarded in all divisions.

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Writers Workshop Teens

Sun, 20 Sept

Essay-writing tips for high schoolers and young adults.