The Whitridge Room is a favorite among our members for its peaceful ambiance, making it an ideal space for reading, reflection, and work (laptops welcome!). It is also home to The Ethelyn Chase Poetry Collection, which focuses primarily on 19th-century American poetry. When the occasion arises, we host a variety of events, including seminars and programs that celebrate the writing life. Last night, we had the privilege of hosting a special book talk with @therichbenjamin, author of “Talk To Me”, in conversation with @gretchenrubin (The Happiness Expert). Their discussion was truly captivating. The book is a powerful exploration of family, identity, and the ways history shapes us and the paths we forge as a response. We highly recommend picking up a copy of “Talk To Me: Lessons from a Family Forged by History” at your favorite bookstore (@cornerbookstorenyc is our go-to) or borrowing it from your local library, including ours. #TalkToMebook #oldestNYClibrary #nyclibrary #memoirs #Caribbeanhistory #nonfictionbooks #nycevent (fb)

Our stacks are filled with books waiting to be explored. We’re thrilled to welcome readers, writers, scholars, and library lovers of all kinds who enjoy browsing through them. Who else loves spending time in the stacks? 📚 📖 #oldestNYClibrary #librarystacks #nyclibrary #thelibraryisopen #booksbooksbooks #bookstagram (fb)