The Best Author Readings and Open Mics in NYC

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Find the best events from Apr 14 to Jan 1 for preschoolers (3–4)

Upcoming poetry readings, author events, storytimes, open mics, and literary panels.

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Saturday Sep. 20, 2025

3 pm

Family Storytime and Craft: Hispanic Heritage Month

Ages: 12 and under
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Clason’s Point LibraryBronx

Saturday Oct. 4

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11 am – noon

Family First Saturdays: Storytime at the Morgan

Ages: 3 – 8
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The Morgan Library & MuseumManhattan

Saturday Nov. 1

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11 am – noon

Family First Saturdays: Storytime at the Morgan

Ages: 3 – 8
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The Morgan Library & MuseumMurray Hill

Sunday Nov. 9

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1 – 4 pm

Family Program | Songs and Stories

Ages: 3 – 8
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The Morgan Library & MuseumMurray Hill

Saturday Dec. 6

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11 am – noon

Family First Saturdays: Storytime at the Morgan

Ages: 3 – 8
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Books & Readings

The Morgan Library & MuseumMurray Hill

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