About this Event
This program is in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 1st Floor Corner Space.
Calling all word lovers! Join us in person to play a variety of word-based games, including Scrabble, Boggle, Bananagrams, and Scattergories. Bring a friend or join on your own—all levels are welcome.
Studies have shown that regularly playing word-based games can have positive effects on your mental, emotional, and physical health, including:
- Improving memory
- Building vocabulary
- Improving focus
- Reducing stress
Registration is required for this event.
All programs are subject to change or cancellation. This event is for Adults 18+
Recommended Reading
The American Heritage word finder : build vocabulary quickly and easily
Manser, Martin H. (428.1 H)
101 two-letter words
Merritt, Stephin (428.1 M)
English for everyone : English vocabulary builder
Booth, Thomas (428.24 B)
The puzzler : one man's quest to solve the most baffling puzzles ever, from crosswords to jigsaws to the meaning of life
A. J. Jacobs (793.73 J)
The official Scrabble players dictionary
Merriam-Webster (793.734 O)
Is that a word? : from AA to ZZZ, the weird and wonderful language of scrabble? [electronic resource]
Assistive Listening and ASL
ASL interpretation and real-time (CART) captioning available upon request. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance by emailing [email protected].
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 455 5th Avenue, New York, United States
