NEW YORK (PIX11) -- This week, the library is giving away books for keeps.
New York City’s public libraries in partnership with the New York Life Foundation are giving away 15,000 books for free this weekend to families across the city.
The books for teens and children will be given away Friday and Saturday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., while supplies last, at select branches. Books will be available in English, Spanish, and at some locations, Chinese.
Three of the city's major library systems will be taking part in the giveaway, the Brooklyn Public Library (BPL), New York Public Library (NYPL), and Queens Public Library (QPL).
“We are grateful to the New York Life Foundation for their continued and generous support of New York City’s young readers,” said Linda E. Johnson, President and CEO of Brooklyn Public Library. “Summer is the perfect time to escape with a good book, and reading at home prepares children for a successful school year.”
Here is a complete list of locations and hours for the book giveaway:
Friday, July 28, from 12 to 3 p.m.
Saturday, July 29, from 12 to 3 p.m.
Friday and Saturday, July 28 and 29, from 12 to 3 p.m.
Manhattan
Staten Island
Bronx
Friday, July 28 from 12 to 3 p.m.
Charline Charles is a digital journalist from Brooklyn who has covered local news along with culture and arts in the New York City area since 2019. She joined PIX11 News in 2022. See more of her work here.
