Join us for a rooftop library party with librarian Mychal Threets.

Games, artmaking, live music, and fun for all ages!

We are hosting a day-long celebration of Libraries and Library Joy on the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library Rooftop with games, artmaking, music, and more—all for free!

Plus, the first 150 attendees will receive a special Library Swag Pack, available while supplies last.

This event is open to all ages! Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Amy's Bread Cafe will be open all day offering an array of handmade pastries, unique sandwiches, healthy salads, decadent sweets, and more.

Plan your day!

Program times are subject to change. All activities take place on the 7th floor of Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library.

Mychal Threets In Conversation 
Room A | 1:30-2:15 PM 
Meet the award-winning librarian, TikTok star, and host of Library Joy Day, Mychal Threets! Mychal will discuss the power of libraries and what Library Joy means to him.

Library Love Trivia
Room A | 2:45-3:30 PM
Flex your book and library-related knowledge in rounds of trivia with quizmaster Chris Vaccari.

Special Musical Performance from Krystofer Maison
Room A | 4:00-4:30 PM
Enjoy a special musical performance from artist, producer, and Library lover Krystofer Maison inspired by banned books and the love of reading! 

Movie Screenings - Butterfly in the Sky: The Story of Reading Rainbow
Room C | Various Times
Throughout the day, come experience Butterfly in the Sky: The Story of Reading Rainbow, a 90 minute documentary. Discover the legacy of the PBS show that inspired generations of children to love books and reading.

• First Showing: 1:30-3:00 PM


• Second Showing: 3:30-5:00 PM - Featuring introduction by Mychal Threets

Activist Poster Making - Make Art, Not Book Bans!
Room B | 1:00-5:00 PM 
All day long, stop by our book arts corner to make a poster supporting the freedom to read.

Family Creative Corner - Express Yourself with Artmaking!
Room B | 1:00-5:00 PM 
All day long, stop by for coloring and other family friendly art activities.

Book Matchmaking
Lobby | 1:00-4:00 PM
NYPL Librarians are here to set you up with your next great read!

Plus, we'll have more offerings available through the day:

• Library Card Sign-Up (First Floor)


• Free Books! Courtesy of Penguin Random House (Lobby)


• Voter Registration with NYC Votes (Lobby)

*Giveaways are first come, first served, and limited to one pack per person.

Registration is required for this event. Please register for an In-Person Ticket to attend.

Doors will open at 1:00 PM. Attendees can check in between the hours of 1:00-4:30 PM. Admission will end at 4:30 PM.

If you have symptoms consistent with COVID-19 or suspect you have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive, please stay home.