With a storied history in the park, the Reading Room provides the use of books, newspapers, and magazines in the park during warm weather months. You'll also find a robust schedule of literary events, including Books on Broadway, Authors, BookClub, Poetry, StoryTime, and much more!
Wednesdays, September 20 & 27
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Gather your team and join us at the Bryant Park Reading Room for a night of fun with NYC Trivia League.
Players will test their knowledge of geography, arts, food, and more. Prizes will be awarded to the top teams and some surprise winners along the way!
Registration recommended. Register here.
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Saturday, September 9
10:30am - 1:30pm
Solvers will compete on three original puzzles by crossword guru Mike Shenk, with scoring based on accuracy and speed. The top three will move to a final round. Prizes will be awareded to the top three finishers in two skill divisions.
Registration recommended. Register here
Hosted by Mike Shenk, Puzzle Editor, The Wall Street Journal, and Amy Goldstein, Co-Founder, Puzzability
Books on Broadway
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Backstage look at books starring on Broadway, featuring cast and crew who make it happen.
Reel Talks
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Talks on movies, the culture of cinema, and filmmaking.
Poetry
May 30 – September 19 (no event July 4)
Tuesdays, 6pm-7:30pm
Award-winning poetry by established and emerging poets throughout the summer.
Hosted by Jason Schneiderman and Nathan McClain.
Authors
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Admired and best-selling authors offer advice and discuss their latest books.
Non-Fiction Authors
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History as seen through the eyes of preeminent authors.
Produced in partnership with New-York Historical Society
BookClub
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Kids
StoryTime
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Meowsic and stories with Cali Co Cat, for ages 2-8.
Camp Kids
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Music, magic, puppet shows, and children's authors too. Weekends on the Upper Terrace. Arts & Crafts with Kelsey Craftz to follow.
Writers Workshops
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Workshops geared to improve your writing skills.
Writers Workshop Teens
September 23
Saturday, 12pm-1:30pm
Essay-writing tips for high-schoolers and the college bound.
Produced in partnership with Writopia Lab
