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Chess Club
Players age 8 and up learn chess and compete against each other. All experience levels are welcome.
Jun 18 @ 6:00 PM, Jun 25 @ 6:00 PM
Spring Computer Classes
You will be introduced to the basics of common computer software and practice on how to explore and use them. 4/10 & 4/17: Exploring Microsoft Windows, Internet Explorer, and E-mail; 5/1, 5/8, & 5/15: Basics of Microsoft Word; 6/5, 6/12, & 6/19: Basics of Microsoft Excel. It is recommended that you have basic mouse and ...
Jun 19 @ 10:00 AM
Chess Club
Players age 8 and up learn chess and compete against each other. All experience levels are welcome.
Jul 2 @ 6:00 PM, Jul 9 @ 6:00 PM, Jul 16 @ 6:00 PM, Jul 23 @ 6:00 PM, Jul 30 @ 6:00 PM
Summer Computer Class
You will learn Windows, browsing the Internet, email, and Microsoft Office. 7/11 & 7/25: Windows, browsing the Internet, email; 7/13: Basics of Microsoft PowerPoint; 7/27: Basics of Microsoft Excel; 8/8 & 8/22: Basics of Microsoft Word; 8/10 & 8/24: Microsoft Word (Intermediate Level). It is strongly recommended that you have ...
Jul 11 @ 12:15 PM, Jul 13 @ 12:15 PM, Jul 25 @ 12:15 PM, Jul 27 @ 12:15 PM, Aug 8 @ 12:15 PM
 Jun 18 4:00PM --to-- 6:00PM Coding Club: IntroductionLocation: Bayside Registration: Not required This club will introduce children (grades 4th to 7th) to computer science and the programming language Scratch via various activities. Use our computers or bring your own laptop to design your own stories, and create and share your own animations. Have your friends join too! Registration is required. Please call or come to the library to register. Must attend all five sessions. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Jun 18 6:00PM --to-- 7:30PM English Conversation GroupLocation: Bayside Registration: Not required Join the English Conversation Group at Bayside Community Library. Registration is not required, just walk-in. | ||||||||||||
 Jun 18 6:00PM --to-- 7:30PM Chess ClubLocation: Bayside Registration: Not required Players age 8 and up learn chess and compete against each other. All experience levels are welcome. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Jun 18 6:00PM --to-- 7:00PM Shape Up NYC: Yoga for Adults | ||||||||||||||||||
| Bayside | Mon, Jun 25, 2018 | 6:00PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 2, 2018 | 6:00PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 9, 2018 | 6:00PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 16, 2018 | 6:00PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 23, 2018 | 6:00PM |
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Spring Computer Classes
Registration: Not required
You will be introduced to the basics of common computer software and practice on how to explore and use them. 4/10 & 4/17: Exploring Microsoft Windows, Internet Explorer, and E-mail; 5/1, 5/8, & 5/15: Basics of Microsoft Word; 6/5, 6/12, & 6/19: Basics of Microsoft Excel. It is recommended that you have basic mouse and keyboarding skills before the class. Registration is required and space is limited. Please register at least a week before the scheduled dates by calling or coming to the library.
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Italian Club
Registration: Not required
Do you speak Italian? Join us at the Italian Club to talk about family, friends, and vacations; listen to music and songs; and discuss current events, art, films, cooking, and any other subject that might interest you.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Thu, Jun 28, 2018 | 1:00PM |
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Movie Screenings
Registration: Not required
Come and join us to watch these movies. 6/14: "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" (2017, PG-13), 6/21: "The Space Between Us" (2017, PG-13)
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Free Summer Tutoring
Registration: Not required
Students from Stuyvesant High School provide free English and math tutoring to children grades 2-5. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call or come to the library to register.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Thu, Jul 5, 2018 | 5:30PM |
| Bayside | Thu, Jul 12, 2018 | 5:30PM |
| Bayside | Thu, Jul 19, 2018 | 5:30PM |
| Bayside | Thu, Jul 26, 2018 | 5:30PM |
| Bayside | Thu, Aug 2, 2018 | 5:30PM |
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Baby & Me
Registration: Not required
Babies 7-18 months and their caregivers enjoy 45 minutes of songs and playtime.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 9, 2018 | 10:15AM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 16, 2018 | 10:15AM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 23, 2018 | 10:15AM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 30, 2018 | 10:15AM |
| Bayside | Mon, Aug 6, 2018 | 10:15AM |
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Toddler Time
Registration: Not required
Children 2 1/2-3 1/2 and their caregivers are welcome to join us for stories, songs, and finger plays.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 9, 2018 | 11:15AM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 16, 2018 | 11:15AM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 23, 2018 | 11:15AM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 30, 2018 | 11:15AM |
| Bayside | Mon, Aug 6, 2018 | 11:15AM |
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Picture Book
Registration: Not required
Join us for story time. For children 3 1/2 - 5 years old.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 9, 2018 | 1:30PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 16, 2018 | 1:30PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 23, 2018 | 1:30PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 30, 2018 | 1:30PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Aug 6, 2018 | 1:30PM |
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Chess Club
Registration: Not required
Players age 8 and up learn chess and compete against each other. All experience levels are welcome.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 9, 2018 | 6:00PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 16, 2018 | 6:00PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 23, 2018 | 6:00PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Jul 30, 2018 | 6:00PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Aug 6, 2018 | 6:00PM |
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Book Buddies
Registration: Not required
Teens will read to kids. For grades K-3.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Fri, Jul 13, 2018 | 4:00PM |
| Bayside | Fri, Jul 20, 2018 | 4:00PM |
| Bayside | Fri, Jul 27, 2018 | 4:00PM |
| Bayside | Fri, Aug 3, 2018 | 4:00PM |
| Bayside | Fri, Aug 10, 2018 | 4:00PM |
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Book Discussion
Registration: Not required
Join us for adult book discussion. 7/6: "Camino Island" by John Grisham, 8/10: "The Midnight Line" by Lee Child
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Fri, Aug 10, 2018 | 4:30PM |
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Adult Coloring
Registration: Not required
Come and join us for a series of fun coloring activities. Coloring supplies will be provided.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Sat, Jul 14, 2018 | 10:00AM |
| Bayside | Sat, Jul 21, 2018 | 10:00AM |
| Bayside | Sat, Jul 28, 2018 | 10:00AM |
| Bayside | Sat, Aug 4, 2018 | 10:00AM |
| Bayside | Sat, Aug 11, 2018 | 10:00AM |
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School Enrichment
Registration: Not required
Students from specialized high schools provide free English and math enrichment to children in grades 2-5. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call or come to the library to register.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Sat, Jul 14, 2018 | 10:00AM |
| Bayside | Sat, Jul 21, 2018 | 10:00AM |
| Bayside | Sat, Jul 28, 2018 | 10:00AM |
| Bayside | Sat, Aug 4, 2018 | 10:00AM |
| Bayside | Sat, Aug 11, 2018 | 10:00AM |
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Family Movies
Registration: Not required
Come and join us to watch movies together with families and friends. 7/7: "Black Panther" (2018, PG-13), 7/21: "Paddington 2" (2018, PG), 8/4: "The Lion King" (1994, G), 8/18: "Peter Rabbit" (2018, PG)
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Sat, Jul 21, 2018 | 12:00PM |
| Bayside | Sat, Aug 4, 2018 | 12:00PM |
| Bayside | Sat, Aug 18, 2018 | 12:00PM |
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Advanced Needlework
Registration: Not required
Children and teens grades 2 and up learn advanced needlework. Material is limited and registration is required. Please call or come to the library to register.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Tue, Jul 17, 2018 | 4:00PM |
| Bayside | Tue, Jul 24, 2018 | 4:00PM |
| Bayside | Tue, Jul 31, 2018 | 4:00PM |
| Bayside | Tue, Aug 7, 2018 | 4:00PM |
| Bayside | Tue, Aug 14, 2018 | 4:00PM |
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Mother Goose Time
Registration: Not required
Children 18-30 months and their caregivers enjoy an hour of songs and playtime.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Wed, Jul 18, 2018 | 11:00AM |
| Bayside | Wed, Jul 25, 2018 | 11:00AM |
| Bayside | Wed, Aug 1, 2018 | 11:00AM |
| Bayside | Wed, Aug 8, 2018 | 11:00AM |
| Bayside | Wed, Aug 15, 2018 | 11:00AM |
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Summer Computer Class
Registration: Not required
You will learn Windows, browsing the Internet, email, and Microsoft Office. 7/11 & 7/25: Windows, browsing the Internet, email; 7/13: Basics of Microsoft PowerPoint; 7/27: Basics of Microsoft Excel; 8/8 & 8/22: Basics of Microsoft Word; 8/10 & 8/24: Microsoft Word (Intermediate Level). It is strongly recommended that you have basic mouse and keyboarding skills before the class. Registration is required. Please call or come to the library to register.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Fri, Jul 13, 2018 | 12:15PM |
| Bayside | Wed, Jul 25, 2018 | 12:15PM |
| Bayside | Fri, Jul 27, 2018 | 12:15PM |
| Bayside | Wed, Aug 8, 2018 | 12:15PM |
| Bayside | Fri, Aug 10, 2018 | 12:15PM |
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Game Time
Registration: Not required
Come chat and play board or puzzle games during summer. This program is for children in grades 2-8.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Wed, Jul 18, 2018 | 3:00PM |
| Bayside | Wed, Jul 25, 2018 | 3:00PM |
| Bayside | Wed, Aug 1, 2018 | 3:00PM |
| Bayside | Wed, Aug 8, 2018 | 3:00PM |
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STEM Crafts
Registration: Not required
Children in grades 4-6 join us for fun group experiments to learn about the world of science and technology. Registration is required.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Thu, Aug 2, 2018 | 3:00PM |
| Bayside | Thu, Aug 16, 2018 | 3:00PM |
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Coding Club: Intermediate
Registration: Not required
This club is for tweens and teens (grades 5 and above) who want to improve their computer science and programming language Scratch skills via various activities. Club members are encouraged to register with a friend or make a new friend in the club. The activities emphasize teamwork by allowing club members to tell the story of their friendship. Use our computers or bring your own laptop. Registration is required. Please call or come to the library to register. Must attend all seven sessions.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Thu, Jul 19, 2018 | 5:00PM |
| Bayside | Thu, Jul 26, 2018 | 5:00PM |
| Bayside | Thu, Aug 2, 2018 | 5:00PM |
| Bayside | Thu, Aug 9, 2018 | 5:00PM |
| Bayside | Thu, Aug 16, 2018 | 5:00PM |
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Teen Craft Club
Registration: Not required
Come and join us for arts and crafts. 7/19: T-shirt art, 7/26: jewelry art, 8/9: nail art, 8/23: duct tape art. This program is for teens in grades 6-9.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Thu, Jul 26, 2018 | 3:00PM |
| Bayside | Thu, Aug 9, 2018 | 3:00PM |
| Bayside | Thu, Aug 23, 2018 | 3:00PM |
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The Comics
Registration: Not required
Come and join us to learn about using websites to design your own comics. This program is for tweens and teens. Registration is required.
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Technology Class
Registration: Not required
Come and learn computer technology in general and technology that is being used in the Queens Library. 8/6: Technology, 8/13: Queens Library app & Kanopy, 8/20: E-Book via Libby app. Registration is required. Please call or come to the library to register.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Mon, Aug 13, 2018 | 6:00PM |
| Bayside | Mon, Aug 20, 2018 | 6:00PM |
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Arts & Crafts
Registration: Not required
Young artists in grades K-3, join us for arts & crafts. Registration is required and space is limited.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Wed, Aug 22, 2018 | 3:00PM |
| Bayside | Wed, Aug 29, 2018 | 3:00PM |
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Art Workshop
Registration: Not required
Join us for a three-session art workshop. Children grades 4-6 will learn painting techniques, clay sculpturing, and more. Registration is required.
This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Bayside | Wed, Aug 22, 2018 | 3:00PM |
| Bayside | Wed, Aug 29, 2018 | 3:00PM |
Free computer access is available at all the libraries. The Bayside Community Library has:
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International Language Collections at the Bayside Community Library include:
Special Interest/Noteworthy Collections at the Bayside Community Library include:
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| Child Care / Preschools | ||
Chabad of Bayside 26-06 213th Street Bayside NY , 11360 phone: (718) 279-1457 | Flushing YMCA Bayside Program Center 214-13 35th Avenue Bayside NY , 11361 phone: (718) 229-5972 | Happy Time Nursery School 42-36 209th Street Bayside NY , 11361 phone: (718) 224-2220 |
Kids Kampus 45-63 Bell Boulevard Bayside NY , 11361 phone: (718) 229-8310 | Noah's Ark Progressive Learning Center 38-20 Bell Boulevard Bayside NY , 11361 phone: (718) 279-4251 | Tutor Time Child Care/Learning Centers 61-58 Spring Boulevard Bayside NY , 11359 phone: (718) 352-8971 |
| Community Board | ||
Community Board District # 11 46-21 Little Neck Parkway Little Neck NY , 11362 phone: (718) 225-1054 fax: (718) 225-4514 | ||
| Community Organizations & Services | ||
Bayside Business Association PO Box 241 Bayside NY , 11361 phone: (718) 229-2277 | Bayside Hills Civic Association PO Box 640246 Bayside NY , 11364 phone: (718) 961-5550 | |
| Fire Department | ||
Engine 306 40-18 214 Place Queens NY , 11361 | Engine 326 Battalion 53 64-04 Springfield Boulevard Bayside NY , 11364 | The Bay Community Volunteer Ambulance Corps P.O. Box 610540 Bayside NY , phone: (718) 352- 2080 Emergency phone: (718) 352-1133 fax: (718)352-2080 |
| Local Hospitals | ||
The New York Hospital Medical Center of Queens 182-19 Horace Harding Expressway Bayside NY , 11365 phone: (718) 670-1777 | St. Mary's Hospital for Children 29-01 216 Street Bayside NY , 11365 phone: (718) 281-8890 | |
| Local Newspapers | ||
| Parks and Playgrounds | ||
Alley Pond Park | Crocheron Park 33rd to 35th Avenue, Little Neck Bay Fresh Meadows NY , 11366 | Douglaston Park Golf Course |
John Golden Park 215 Pl., S/O 32nd Avenue Bayside NY , 11361 | ||
| Police Department | ||
| Post Office | ||
Bayside Annex Post Office | Bayside Post Office | Bay Terrace Post Office |
Oakland Gardens Post Office | ||
| Private / Parochial Schools | ||
Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church - School (PreK-8) 34-45 202nd Street Bayside NY , 11361 phone: (718) 229-4434 | The Lutheran School of Flushing & Bayside (PreK-8)The Lutheran School of Flushing & Bayside (PreK-8) 36-01 Bell Boulevard Bayside NY , 11361 phone: (718) 229-5262 | |
St. Francis Preparatory School (9-12) 6100 Francis Lewis Boulevard Bayside NY , 11365 phone: (718) 423-8810 | ||
| Public Elementary Schools | ||
P.S. 130 - Early Childhood School For Science And Technology (PreK-3) 200-01 42 Avenue Bayside NY , 11361 phone: (718)357-6606 | ||
PS 203 - The Oakland Gardens School (PreK-5) 53-11 Springfield Blvd Bayside NY , 11364 phone: (718) 423-8652 | PS 205 - The Alexander Graham Bell School (K-5) 75-25 Bell Boulevard Bayside NY , 11364 phone: (718) 464-5773 | |
| Public High Schools | ||
| Public Intermediate / Junior High Schools | ||
| Senior Centers | ||
Bayside Senior Center 221-15 Horace Harding Expressway Bayside NY , 11364 phone: (718) 225-1144 | Selfhelp Clearview Senior Center 208-11 26th Avenue Bayside NY , 11360 phone: (718) 224-7888 | |
| Elected Officials | |
| NYC Council Hon. Paul Vallone District19@council.nyc.gov | |
District Office Address 42-40 Bell Boulevard, Suite 507 Bayside NY, 11361 phone: (718) 619-8611 fax: (718) 631-4100 | Manhattan Office Address 250 Broadway, Suite 1841 New York NY, 10007 phone: 212-788-7250 fax: 212-788-1860 |
| NYS Assembly Hon. Nily D. Rozic RozicN@nyassembly.gov | |
District Office 159-16 Union Turnpike, Suite 210 Flushing NY , 11366 phone: (718) 820-0241 fax: (718) 820-0414 | Albany Office LOB, Room 547 Albany NY , 12248 phone: (518) 455-5172 fax: (518) 455-5479 |
| NYS Senate Hon. Tony Avella Avella@nysenate.gov | |
District Office 38-50 Bell Boulevard, Suite C Bayside NY, 11361 phone: (718) 357-3094 fax: (718) 357-3491 | Albany Office Room 902, Legislative Office Building Albany NY, 12247 phone: (518) 455-2210 fax: (518) 426-6736 |
| US Congress Hon. Grace Meng | |
District Office Address 40-13 159th Street, Suite A Flushing NY, 11358 phone: (718) 445-7860 fax: (718) 445-7868 | Legislative Office 1317 Longworth House Office Building Washington DC, 20515 phone: (202) 225-2601 fax: (202) 225-1589 |
| Boro President Hon. Melinda Katz Info@queensbp.org | |
| Mayor Hon. Bill de Blasio | |
History
Bayside first drew the attention of English and Dutch settlers almost 400 years ago. William Lawrence, the owner of a fleet of clipper ships used for the China trade, sailed into Little Neck Bay in 1644 and established the first settlement in Bayside. For many years Bayside was the political, social and cultural center of Metropolitan New York. During that time period the Lawrence family played dominant roles in the burgeoning town’s history and development. They were military heroes, mayors, and judges. One such family member, Judge Effingham Lawrence, is recognized as having given Bayside its name for its location by the ocean.
Bayside did not have any library services until June 4, 1906. The Queens Borough Public Library opened a branch on Bell Avenue with Miss Margaret J. Solon in charge. It was the smallest branch in the system, consisting of 2,300 volumes and less than 400 members. In 1911 the library was moved to Elsie Place where it stayed until its move in 1932 to Bell Boulevard.
In May 1965, the Bayside Library moved once again to a new, more spacious, well-lit building at 214-20 Northern Boulevard where its design lent itself to the storage and use of more books. In addition, a new multi-purpose room helped accommodate the growing needs of Bayside’s community with its programs for adults, teens and toddlers. This location remains its home today.
Friends Group
Hours & Locations
214-20 Northern Boulevard
Bayside, NY 11361
(718) 229-1834 
| Mon | 9:00 AM | - | 8:00 PM |
| Tue | 1:00 PM | - | 6:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM | - | 6:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM | - | 8:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM | - | 6:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM | - | 5:00 PM |
| Sun | Closed | ||
