Celebrate the power of poetry at the Library with an evening of drinks, mingling, crafts, and live readings.

Registration for this event is full but there may be a limited number of standby tickets available if space permits. Sign up for our bi-weekly NYPL Events e-newsletter to stay updated on the latest programs and events from the Library, including our seasonal happy hours.

LIVE from NYPL’s happy hours happen on select Fridays—this April, we're bringing poetry to life.

• Connect with fellow poetry lovers


• Enjoy live readings by Reginald Dwayne Betts, Mónica de la Torre, and Shane McCrae


• Unwind with creative activities, including coloring images from the Library collections

Join us at any point between 6–8 PM. 

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ACCESSIBILITY

Assistive listening devices and/or hearing loops are available at the venue. You can request a free ASL (American Sign Language) interpretation or CART (Communication Access Real-Time Translation) captioning service by emailing your request at least two weeks in advance of the event: email accessibility@nypl.org or use this Gmail template. This venue is fully accessible to wheelchairs. A visual navigation guide is available here.

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LIVE from NYPL is made possible by the continuing generosity of Celeste Bartos, Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos, the Margaret and Herman Sokol Public Education Endowment Fund, and the support of Library patrons and friends.