Countee Cullen Branch Library NYPL

Reading & Writing Workshop: Nature, Place and Black Life with Benje Williams

May 13, 2026 5:30-7PM

This Reading & Writing Group explores how Black writers have used nature, land, memory, and place as central forces in shaping personal and collective identity. While Black authors are not often associated with nature or place-based writing, there is a deep and expansive literary tradition that centers the land—as home, as history, as witness.
Each session focuses on one book by a Black author and combines guided discussion with light, optional writing exercises. Reading excerpts serve as inspiration rather than prerequisites, allowing participants to engage whether or not they have completed the full book.
The group is designed to be accessible, discussion-forward, and welcoming to both readers and writers at all levels.

Session 3 Book:
Men We Reaped by Jesmyn Ward

Get your copy of Connections today at Countee Cullen...helpful for anyone formerly incarcerated providing organizations and resources, information about rights, and a job search chapter. Also available in English and Spanish as online PDFs. Swipe➡️

After School will be back on Monday, April 13. 3pm-6pm.

Countee's Library Scavenger Hunt.
Use your special key card to find hidden images throughout the children's floor, mark them on your card, and return it to claim a prize.

Answer all the questions to win a plushie. Returning participants may choose a prize from the treasure box. Good Luck!

Spring is in the Air. Butterflies and Bees are flying. Come in and check out our Books related to thos colorful beautiful season.

When you Read its like you're opening up your mind and imagination to some of the most beautiful, exciting adventures. Come in and check out one of our amazing books. Don't have a library card? Sign up for one and let the adventurers begin.

April is National Poetry Month..come in and check out NYPL's Best New Poetry Books

April Childrens Program Calendar Available now . Pick up your copy today.

For the Months April & May Countee Cullen will be hosting Canticos: Little Learners Across the City. (Please note upcoming dates on flyer).

There will be singing, music, movement and Cultural fun. And even some friendly puppets will be there! Join the creator of Canticos, Suzy Jaramillo.

*We can only accommodate 15 children and their caregivers. Geared for children 18-36 months.