Brooklyn Book Bodega at the East New York Farmers Market (Book Giveaway All Ages)
CANCELED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
Sat, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
East New York Farms!
620 Schenck Ave
between New Lots and Livonia Aves
Brooklyn, NY 11207
The East New York Farmers Market is a community-run market including local gardeners, vendors, and regional farmers. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there Saturdays from June 27 to November 14 with free children's books and activities. More information available here.
Brooklyn Book Bodega at the East New York Farmers Market (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Sat, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
East New York Farms!
620 Schenck Ave
between New Lots and Livonia Aves
Brooklyn, NY 11207
The East New York Farmers Market is a community-run market including local gardeners, vendors, and regional farmers. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there Saturdays from June 27 to November 14 with free children's books and activities. More information available here.
BMS Family Health and Wellness Centers' Summerfest 2026 (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Event: Sat, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Book Bodega Giveaway: Sat, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
592 Rockaway Avenue (Between Blake Ave and Dumont Ave)
Brooklyn, NY 11212
Join us for a fun day centered on health and wellness! Enjoy free health screenings for all ages, community resources and information, and a KidsZone with exciting games and activities. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there with free books for all ages! More info here.
The Legal Aid Society Presents: Community Joy Day with Saint James Joy, Pahua, and Puppetmobile (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Event: Sat, 3:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Brooklyn Book Bodega Giveaway: Sat, 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Lena Horne Bandshell
141 Prospect Park W
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Join us for Community Joy Day, presented by The Legal Aid Society in celebration of its 150th anniversary and featuring performances by Saint James Joy, Pahua, and Puppetmobile’s staging of Pinocchio. Part of BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!, New York City’s longest-running free outdoor performing arts festival, the event brings together music, culture, and community for all ages. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there with free books for all ages! RSVP here.
Summer Reading at the Brooklyn Public Library (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Wed, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Public Library—Clinton Hill Branch
380 Washington Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
Join us for the Summer Reading 2026 programs at Brooklyn Public Library branches! In partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn Book Bodega is having a book giveaway at the Clinton Hill branch for as long as supplies last. Come and pick out a new favorite read! More details here.
Brooklyn Book Bodega at the East New York Farmers Market (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Sat, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
East New York Farms!
620 Schenck Ave
between New Lots and Livonia Aves
Brooklyn, NY 11207
The East New York Farmers Market is a community-run market including local gardeners, vendors, and regional farmers. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there Saturdays from June 27 to November 14 with free children's books and activities. More information available here.
POSTPONED TO JULY 19
Summer Saturday at Atlantic Terminal Mall Plaza (Book Giveaway Ages 0-12)
Sat, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Atlantic Terminal Mall Plaza
139 Flatbush Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Join Brooklyn Bridge Parents for the Summer Saturday series! This Summer Saturday will feature a soccer celebration, as well as free water play, kids activities, and giveaways. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there with free books for ages 0-12! Check out the flyer here and more info here.
Second Annual Summer Celebration at the Opportunity Hub Farm (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Sun, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Opportunity Hub Farm
1430 Freeport Loop
Brooklyn NY, 11239
Join us for live music, food, and family fun at the Opportunity Hub's Summer Celebration! There will be cooking workshops, an urban farming resource fair, farm tours, and more. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there with free books for all ages! More details here.
Summer Reading at the Brooklyn Public Library (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Wed, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Public Library—Highlawn Branch
1664 W 13th St
Brooklyn, NY 11223
Join us for the Summer Reading 2026 programs at Brooklyn Public Library branches! In partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn Book Bodega is having a book giveaway at the Highlawn branch for as long as supplies last. It's the perfect excuse to add some new books to your summer reading stack! More details here.
Uptown Bounce with the Legal Aid Society at El Museo del Barrio (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Event: Thu, 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Book Bodega Giveaway: Thu, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
104th St and 5th Ave
New York, NY 10029
Join El Museo del Barrio, Museum of the City of New York, and The Legal Aid Society for Uptown Bounce, a free summer block party featuring live DJs, dancing, art activities, and after-hours museum access. This year's event celebrates The Legal Aid Society's 150th Anniversary and its longstanding commitment to New Yorkers across all five boroughs. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there with free books for all ages! More information here and RSVP here.
Book Drive at Greenpoint Library (Informational Only)
Fri, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Public Library—Greenpoint Branch
107 Norman Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Join us for a book drive at the Brooklyn Public Library Greenpoint branch! Bring your new and gently used children's books for donation to spark another child's imagination. More info here.
Book Drive at Greenpoint Library (Informational Only)
Sat, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Public Library—Greenpoint Branch
107 Norman Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11222
Join us for a book drive at the Brooklyn Public Library Greenpoint branch! Bring your new and gently used children's books for donation to spark another child's imagination. More info here.
Brooklyn Book Bodega at the East New York Farmers Market (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Sat, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
East New York Farms!
620 Schenck Ave
between New Lots and Livonia Aves
Brooklyn, NY 11207
The East New York Farmers Market is a community-run market including local gardeners, vendors, and regional farmers. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there Saturdays from June 27 to November 14 with free children's books and activities. More information available here.
City of Water Day (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Sat, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m
Governors Island Welcome Center
108 Andes Rd
New York, NY 10004
Join Brooklyn Book Bodega and the Trust for Governors Island for a book giveaway! Families are invited to stop by for this free book giveaway where kids can browse and choose books of their own to take home. The event will focus on environmental themes, celebrate access to the waterways that connect us, and inspire young readers to explore water, community, and climate through stories. Check out the flyer here!
Summer Reading at the Brooklyn Public Library (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Wed, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Public Library—Stone Ave Branch
581 Mother Gaston Boulevard
Brooklyn, NY 11212
Join us for the Summer Reading 2026 programs at Brooklyn Public Library branches! In partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn Book Bodega is having a book giveaway at the Stone Ave branch for as long as supplies last. Come chat with librarians and pick up a few free reads! More details here.
I ❤️ MY B😽D📚GA: Building Libraries for Kids 0-5 (Book Giveaway for Ages 0-5)
Thu, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Book Bodega
141 Flushing Avenue, Suite 606
Brooklyn, NY 11205
Join us for a family literacy workshop at the Brooklyn Book Bodega Book Hub! From engaging puppet shows to story read alouds, each session is designed to help caregivers and parents develop and practice literacy habits with their children aged 0-5. Older siblings are invited to attend. Find more information on the program here.
Preregistration is required for this event. Register here.
Brooklyn Book Bodega at the East New York Farmers Market (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Sat, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
East New York Farms!
620 Schenck Ave
between New Lots and Livonia Aves
Brooklyn, NY 11207
The East New York Farmers Market is a community-run market including local gardeners, vendors, and regional farmers. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there Saturdays from June 27 to November 14 with free children's books and activities. More information available here.
Summer Reading at the Brooklyn Public Library (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Wed, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Public Library—Crown Heights Branch
560 New York Ave. at Maple St
Brooklyn, NY 11225
Join us for the Summer Reading 2026 programs at Brooklyn Public Library branches! In partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn Book Bodega is having a book giveaway at the Crown Heights branch for as long as supplies last. Visit and pick out a few new books for the summer! More details here.
Brooklyn Book Bodega at the East New York Farmers Market (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Sat, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
East New York Farms!
620 Schenck Ave
between New Lots and Livonia Aves
Brooklyn, NY 11207
The East New York Farmers Market is a community-run market including local gardeners, vendors, and regional farmers. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there Saturdays from June 27 to November 14 with free children's books and activities. More information available here.
Summer Reading at the Brooklyn Public Library (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Wed, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Public Library—Flatbush Branch
22 Linden Blvd at Flatbush Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11226
Join us for the Summer Reading 2026 programs at Brooklyn Public Library branches! In partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn Book Bodega is having a book giveaway at the Flatbush branch for as long as supplies last. Come and find a new favorite read! More details here.
Brooklyn Book Bodega at the East New York Farmers Market (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Sat, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
East New York Farms!
620 Schenck Ave
between New Lots and Livonia Aves
Brooklyn, NY 11207
Join us for a special Back to School Farmers Market! The East New York Farmers Market is a community-run market including local gardeners, vendors, and regional farmers. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there Saturdays from June 27 to November 14 with free children's books and activities. More information available here.
Summer Reading at the Brooklyn Public Library (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Wed, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Public Library—Kings Highway Branch
2115 Ocean Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11229
Join us for the Summer Reading 2026 programs at Brooklyn Public Library branches! In partnership with the Brooklyn Public Library, Brooklyn Book Bodega is having a book giveaway at the Kings Highway branch for as long as supplies last. Grab a few free reads for the rest of the summer! More details here.
Annual Keshia J. Baxter Back-2-School Community & Resource Fair (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Fri, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
2554 Linden Blvd (Between Pine St and Euclid Ave)
Brooklyn, NY 11208
Get ready for back to school season with this outdoor street fair! Presented by the NYC Administration for Children Services, this event will have community-based organizations offering information, health screenings, kids' activities, and free school supplies. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there with free books! Check out the flyer here.
Community Day at Brooklyn Book Bodega Book Hub (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Fri, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Brooklyn Book Bodega
141 Flushing Avenue, Suite 606
Brooklyn, NY 11205
We have an excess amount of well-loved and overstocked books for all ages. Please sign up to come to our Book Hub at the Brooklyn Navy Yard to take as many books as you can carry!
Pre-registration to get books is required for this event. Register here.
This program is generously supported by the Guru Krupa Foundation.
Brooklyn Book Bodega at the East New York Farmers Market (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Sat, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
East New York Farms!
620 Schenck Ave
between New Lots and Livonia Aves
Brooklyn, NY 11207
The East New York Farmers Market is a community-run market including local gardeners, vendors, and regional farmers. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there Saturdays from June 27 to November 14 with free children's books and activities. More information available here.
Summer Saturday at Atlantic Terminal Mall Plaza (Book Giveaway Ages 0-12)
Sat, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Atlantic Terminal Mall Plaza
139 Flatbush Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11217
Join Brooklyn Bridge Parents for the Summer Saturday series! This Summer Saturday will feature a special back to school celebration, as well as free water play, kids activities, and giveaways. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there with free books! Check out the flyer here and more info here.
Brooklyn Book Bodega at the East New York Farmers Market (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Sat, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
East New York Farms!
620 Schenck Ave
between New Lots and Livonia Aves
Brooklyn, NY 11207
The East New York Farmers Market is a community-run market including local gardeners, vendors, and regional farmers. Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there Saturdays from June 27 to November 14 with free children's books and activities. More information available here.
Back to School Festival (Book Giveaway All Ages)
Sat, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Major R. Owens Health & Wellness Community Center
1561 Bedford Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11225
Get ready for back to school season with free school supplies, sports, fitness, music, and community resources! Brooklyn Book Bodega will be there with free books for the new school year. More info here.
Brooklyn Book Bodega provides books to individuals, schools, and community members for personal and educational use. Books are not to be resold or used for other purposes.
Events are being photographed and recorded. By attending an event, you give Brooklyn Book Bodega and its official partners permission to use photographs and video for publicity, copyright, illustration, advertising, web content, and related promotional purposes.
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.