It Took COVID Closures to Reveal Just How Much Libraries Do Beyond Lending Books 'We understand that libraries have an essential role to play in these challenging times, especially for our most isolated and vulnerable.' By Gillian Harvey
The Most Popular Books New Yorkers Are Reading While Social Distancing Books by Michelle Obama, Sally Rooney and Ta-Nehisi Coates are providing solace in this difficult time. By Helen Holmes
The New York Public Library Lions are Getting a Nine-Week Facelift Patience and Fortitude have guarded the Schwarzman building for over a century, so it stands to reason that they could use some R&R. By Helen Holmes
Afternoon Bulletin: St. Patrick’s Shows Off Renovations, Homeless Hashtag and More By Grace Guarnieri
Afternoon Bulletin: NYPD Accused of Destroying Evidence, Uptown Gentrification ‘Sale’ By Catherine Rafter