Street parking is available. Opened to the public in 1973, the branch is a one-story structure with adult, young adult, and children's collections.
The Edenwald Branch of The New York Public Library is a medium-sized library located on East 233rd Street and DeReimer Avenue near Seton Falls Park in the Bronx. It is air-conditioned and fully accessible to persons who use wheelchairs. There is a 50-seat auditorium available for library programs and community group meetings. The library is located in a multi-ethnic community, predominantly African American and Caribbean.
02/28/2024
Upcoming Edenwald Library Notice:
All NYPL locations will have a delayed opening on Tuesday, March 5th, 2024. Edenwald Library will be opening at 12 pm. Normal operations will resume on Wednesday, March 6th, 2024.
02/28/2024
Upcoming Children's Program at Edenwald Library:
Black History Month Bingo
Join us for a fun afternoon BINGO for a chance to win prizes and socialize with other children. 😄
Date: Wednesday, February 28th
Time: 4 PM - 5 PM
Ages: 6-12
02/22/2024
📢📢UPDATE📢📢 The Teen Lanyard Keychain Creations program for today, February 22nd @ 3 PM has been cancelled
02/20/2024
📢📢UPDATE📢📢 The Lapsit Storytime for today, February 20th @ 11 AM has been cancelled.
02/20/2024
Upcoming Children's Program at Edenwald Library:
Little Artist! Baby & Toddler Arts & Crafts
Bring your little artist to the library as we explore open-ended ways to promote early learning through art. Young artists will explore colors, shapes, and more while working on motor skills, creativity, and imagination.🎨🖌️
**Parents/caregivers must be present**
Date: Tuesday, February 27th
Time: 11 AM - 12 PM
Ages: For toddlers, ages 18 to 36 months AND preschoolers ages 3 - 5
02/15/2024
Upcoming Teen Program at Edenwald Library:
Lanyard Keychain Making
Come join us at Edenwald Library for an afternoon class where teen and tween patrons will learn how to create keychains using bright and colorful lanyard string. Bring a friend! Space is limited to 10 participants. All levels are welcome to participate! This workshop is open to any teen! 😸
Date: Thursday, February 22nd
Time: 3 PM - 4 PM
Ages: 13 -18
02/14/2024
Upcoming Edenwald Library Closure:
All NYPL locations will be closed in observance of President’s Day on Monday, February 19th, 2024. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024.
02/14/2024
Upcoming Children's Program at Edenwald Library:
School Age Gaming Hour
Hang out at the library for an afternoon of fun! We will have an array of games for children to play. 🎮🕹️👾
Date: Wednesday, February 21st
Time: 2 PM - 3 PM
Ages: 6-12
02/14/2024
Upcoming Children's Program at Edenwald Library:
Lapsit Storytime
Date: Tuesday, February 20th
Time: 11 AM - 12 PM
Ages: For infants, ages 0 to 18 months
**Parents/caregivers must be present**
Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of books, songs, and gentle movement in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Best for children who are pre-walkers and who prefer a gentle, slow-paced program. 📚📖
02/06/2024
Upcoming Teen Program at Edenwald Library:
Hip Hop Comics
Date: Tuesday, February 27th
Time: 4 PM - 5 PM
Ages: 13-18
Come joins us at Edenwald for an afternoon of fun hosted by artist Ivan Velez Jr. in his workshop entitled Hip Hop Comics. In this workshop, he will explore the origin of hip hop in the Bronx and its connections with Comics, Manga and the Underground Comics scene of the 60s and 70s. 🎧📀🎵🎤💭🖋️
02/06/2024
Upcoming Children's Program at Edenwald Library:
Valentine Night Lights
Children can create a beautiful lantern for Valentine's Day. All supplies will be provided. 🎨💝
Date: Wednesday, February 14th
Time: 4 PM - 5 PM
Ages: 6-12
02/05/2024
✨️UPDATE✨ Please be advised that the first meeting of the February Adult Book Club scheduled for Monday, February 5th has been cancelled