MyLibraryNYC

MyLibraryNYC is a partnership between the NYC Public Schools Office of Library Services and the New York City's Public Library Systems: Brooklyn Public Library, New York Public Library and Queens Public Library to raise student achievement through digital access to and school-site delivery of the millions of books and informational resources available in the libraries' collections.

We have been a part of this amazing program since it began in 2012! We work closely with the amazing librarians and staff of NYPL throughout the year. If you do not already have a library card, go to the Castle Hill Branch of NYPL as soon as possible and let them know you are from PS 36X! Below you can find student library card applications in English. Arabic, Bengali and Spanish.

Please note that Castle Hill Library is currently closed for a complete renovation, including new furnishings, replacement of the HVAC system, upgraded technology, and more. The New York Public Library anticipates the branch will reopen in the late fall of 2027. During the renovation process, we encourage patrons to use the following nearby branches:

• Parkchester Library (1985 Westchester Avenue) | Fully accessible
• Soundview Library (660 Soundview Avenue) | Fully accessible
• Westchester Square Library (2521 Glebe Avenue)

All items on hold after the closure date can be picked up at Parkchester Library. Sign up for updates about Castle Hill Library by setting it as your home location in your NYPL account.

Temporary Services
During the Castle Hill Library closure, the NYPL Bookmobile will be available nearby at the following times:

• Tuesdays | 11 AM–4 PM | Serrano Playground (Castle Hill Avenue and Olmstead Ave)
• Thursdays | 11 AM–4 PM | Outside of Castle Hill Library on the corner of Quimby Avenue

Patrons are encouraged to visit the Bookmobile web page or call 917-226-3793 for status updates.