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 May 20 4:30PM Computer Boot Camp II: Creating a Website | ||||||||||||||||||
| Long Island City | Mon, May 27, 2013 | 4:30PM |
| Long Island City | Mon, Jun 3, 2013 | 4:30PM |
| Long Island City | Mon, Jun 10, 2013 | 4:30PM |
| Long Island City | Mon, Jun 17, 2013 | 4:30PM |
| Long Island City | Mon, Jun 24, 2013 | 4:30PM |
May
20
6:30PM
ShapeUp NYC: Stretch and Tone 
Keep that New Year's resolution with free weekly fitness classes through ShapeUp NYC. Instructor Jeanne Keating teaches Stretch and Tone which uses low-impact exercise to increase flexibility and develop strength. Space is limited. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
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This is a recurring event. If registration is required, you must register individually.
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| Long Island City | Mon, Jun 3, 2013 | 6:30PM |
| Long Island City | Mon, Jun 10, 2013 | 6:30PM |
| Long Island City | Mon, Jun 17, 2013 | 6:30PM |
| Long Island City | Mon, Jun 24, 2013 | 6:30PM |
| Long Island City | Mon, Jul 1, 2013 | 6:30PM |
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May
21
10:00AM
Mastering Excel
In this four-week course for adults, you will learn basic aspects of the Excel program, including spreadsheets, charts and more. Basic computer skills and preregistration are required. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Additional Event Dates/Locations
This is a recurring event. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Long Island City | Tue, May 28, 2013 | 10:00AM |
 May 21 5:30PM Effective Online Marketing Techniques for Small Businesses |
| Long Island City | Tue, Jun 11, 2013 | 5:30PM |
May
22
4:30PM
Online Test Prep
This workshop provides online test strategies and a customized practice ground for those who want to accelerate preparation for online testing. Students are given access to interactive online practice tests based on official exams such as ACT, SAT and GED. Preregistration is required. Please call 718-752-3700 for details.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Additional Event Dates/Locations
This is a recurring event. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Long Island City | Wed, Jun 12, 2013 | 4:30PM |
| Long Island City | Wed, Jun 26, 2013 | 4:30PM |
May
23
11:00AM
Resumes for Beginners
Participants will construct a resume and further expand on the fundamentals of Microsoft Word. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
May
23
4:30PM
Computer Boot Camp: Online Videos
Participants will create digital multimedia slideshows out of still photos and online videos using Movie Maker. For details and to preregister, please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
May
24
1:30PM
Resume Workshop
Are you applying for jobs? Does your resume stand out from the crowd? Make it as good as it can be! This workshop will cover how to get started, types of resumes, what to include and exclude and tips for making your resume look great! Preregistration is required. Please call 718-752-3700 for more information.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Additional Event Dates/Locations
This is a recurring event. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Long Island City | Fri, Jun 21, 2013 | 1:30PM |
May
25
1:00PM
Long Island City: Afternoon Composting; Weekly Food Waste Drop-Off
Bring your frozen food scraps (fruit and vegetable scraps; coffee grounds, including paper filter; tea bags; egg and nut shells; bread and pasta with no toppings) to our weekly food waste drop-off outside Queens Library at Long Island City on Saturdays from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. and BIG! Compost will turn them into nutrient-rich compost. No meat, dairy, bones or oily foods, please!
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Additional Event Dates/Locations
This is a recurring event. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Long Island City | Sat, Jun 1, 2013 | 1:00PM |
| Long Island City | Sat, Jun 8, 2013 | 1:00PM |
| Long Island City | Sat, Jun 15, 2013 | 1:00PM |
| Long Island City | Sat, Jun 22, 2013 | 1:00PM |
| Long Island City | Sat, Jun 29, 2013 | 1:00PM |
May
25
3:00PM
Microsoft Excel for Spanish Speakers
Need to learn how to create a worksheet and do calculations? These classes are for you: 5/11-Introduction to Microsoft Excel; 5/18-Calculations and Worksheets; 5/25-Workbooks and Layout. You must be 16 or older and possess basic computer skills to participate. Preregister at the Reference Desk starting, May 4 at 10 a.m.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Registration is not yet open for this event. Please check back closer to the event date.
Details: Customers are required to attend all sessions of this program. Registering for this event will reserve your spot for the entire program.
May
29
2:00PM
Carnival and Rally for Queens Library
The Carnival is fun and games but the library's budget is not. Join us as we advocate to restore Queens Library's budget.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
May
29
2:00PM
Rally at Long Island City
Do you love your library? Join us in standing up against proposed budget cuts.
Proposed budget cuts are threatening Library service in this community.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
May
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4:30PM
Bike Repair: A Fix-A-Flat Workshop for Adults
A bike mechanic instructor from Recycle-A-Bicycle provides tools and supplies to teach adults how to fix a flat tire on their bicycle. Participants will receive a complimentary flat-fix kit. Preregistration is required.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Online or by phone
Availability: 25 openings
May
30
11:00AM
Cover Letters for Beginners
Are you ready to apply for specific jobs and need to know how to craft the perfect cover letter? Participants in this workshop will learn: how to create a cover letters, how to avoid common errors, how resumes and cover letters work together in an application, tips for making your cover letter strong. For details, please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
May
30
4:30PM
Computer Boot Camp: Developing an e-Portfolio
Participants will plan and create an e-portfolio on their choice of platform. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
May
31
1:30PM
Cover Letter Workshop
Are you ready to apply for specific jobs and need to know how to craft the perfect cover letter? Participants in this workshop will learn: how to create a cover letters, how to avoid common errors, how resumes and cover letters work together in an application, tips for making your cover letter strong. For details, please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
1
10:00AM
Free Online Training through Metrix Learning
Learn about free online training through Metrix Learning, including certifications in Microsoft Office, QuickBooks and Adobe. Metrix Learning is a self-directed, online learning program offering multiple learning tracks in a single platform. Preregistration is required. For details and to preregister, call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Additional Event Dates/Locations
This is a recurring event. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Long Island City | Sat, Jun 8, 2013 | 10:00AM |
Jun
4
10:00AM
Microsoft Word for Beginners
Learn the basics of Microsoft Word. Space is limited. Preregistration and basic computer skills are required. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
6
11:00AM
Computers for Beginners
Learn how to use a computer. We will cover basic terminology and how to use folders, files and programs. No prior computer knowledge or skills are needed. Space is limited. Preregistration is required. To preregister, please call 718—752-3700 to preregister.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
6
4:30PM
Google for Beginners
Learn how to use Google's search engine and other features it offers. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
7
1:30PM
Job Search Strategies
Beginning a job search can be overwhelming. Prepare yourself for success! In this workshop, you will learn what you need to start a job search, how to locate job search websites, how to find and apply for jobs online, and appropriate ways to follow up. Preregistration is required. Call 718-752-3700 for more information.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
8
3:00PM
Computers for Beginners (in Spanish)
This 3-session course will introduce you to the computer (6/8), familiarize you with the Internet (6/15) and teach how to use email (6/22). Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions. Preregistration is required in person at the Reference Desk beginning Saturday, 6/1, at 10:00AM.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Registration is not yet open for this event. Please check back closer to the event date.
Details: Customers are required to attend all sessions of this program. Registering for this event will reserve your spot for the entire program.
| Long Island City | Sat, Jun 15, 2013 | 3:00PM - 5:00PM |
| Long Island City | Sat, Jun 22, 2013 | 3:00PM - 5:00PM |
Jun
11
10:00AM
Microsoft PowerPoint for Beginners
Learn the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint. Preregistration and basic computer skills are required. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
12
3:30PM
Eco-Crafts
Join us for eco-crafts for children ages 6-12, where you can transform trash into art! You'll learn how to use recyclables to make new things instead of throwing things away.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Additional Event Dates/Locations
This is a recurring event. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Long Island City | Wed, Jun 26, 2013 | 3:30PM |
Jun
13
11:00AM
Introduction to the Internet
This workshop for beginners covers the basics. Participants will learn how to search the Internet and type a website address. For details, and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
13
4:30PM
Mastering Google
Participants will explore Google's numerous free products, learning to create online collaborative documents and starting a website. Preregistration and an email account are required.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
14
1:30PM
Acing the Interview
So you have a big interview scheduled. Now what? This workshop will cover what to wear and when to arrive, researching your potential employer, frequently asked interview questions, general guidelines for success and following up after an interview. Preregistration is required. Please call 718-752-3700 for details.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
18
10:00AM
Microsoft Publisher
Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Publisher 2010. Preregistration is required.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
19
4:00PM
Origami Animals
Join us in creating origami animals for display at the library. This is a two-part program for children ages 8-12.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Additional Event Dates/Locations
This is a recurring event. If registration is required, you must register individually.
Additional Dates
| Long Island City | Thu, Jun 20, 2013 | 4:00PM |
Jun
20
11:00AM
Introduction to Email
Participants learn the fundamentals of creating an email. For details and to preregister please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
20
4:30PM
Prezi for Beginners
Prezi is cloud-based presentation software that opens up a new world between whiteboards and slides. The result: visually captivating presentations! For details and to preregister please call the library.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
24
3:00PM
The Art Farm in the City presents "Our Animal Friends"
Children ages 3-5 accompanied by adult caregivers learn how to show respect and kindness toward all living things by using gentle hands, quiet voices and kind words to greet new animal friends. Stories and hands-on interactions with friendly animal ambassadors covered in fur, feathers, scales and shells are part of this program presented by The Art Farm in the City. Space is limited and available first come, first served.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
24
4:00PM
The Art Farm in the City presents "Animal Exploration"
The Art Farm in the City teaches children ages 6-12 how to be respectful and helpful toward creatures and the environment. Participants learn how to care for unusual pets, explore the characteristics of different animal groups and meet some amazing animals from around the world. Space is limited and available first come, first served.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
24
5:30PM
Green Crafts for Teens
Use recycled materials to make something new!
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
Jun
25
10:00AM
Introduction to Microsoft Excel
Participants will learn the fundamentals of using Microsft Excel 2010. Preregistration is required. For details and to preregister, please call 718-752-3700.
Location: Long Island City
Registration: Not required
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Special Interest/Noteworthy Collections at the Long Island City Community Library include:
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| Child Care / Preschools | ||
| Community Organizations & Services | ||
Hanac Ravenswood Senior Center 34-35 12 Street #A Long Island City NY , 11106 phone: (718) 786-1550 fax: | ||
| Emergency Services | ||
| Local Hospitals | ||
| Local Newspapers | ||
| Parks and Playgrounds | ||
| Post Office | ||
| Public Elementary Schools | ||
P.S.111 Jacob Blackwell School 37-15 13 Street Long Island City NY , 11101 phone: (718) 786-2073 fax: | ||
| Public High Schools | ||
Aviation Career & Technical H.S 43-30 36th St. Long Island City NY , 11101 phone: (718) 361-2032 fax: | ||
| Public Intermediate / Junior High Schools | ||
| Elected Officials | |
| NYC Council Daniel J. Halloran dhalloran@council.nyc.gov | |
District Office Address 166-08 24th Rd. Whitestone NY , 11357 phone: (718) 631-6703 fax: (718) 631-6707 | Manhattan Office Address 250 Broadway, Suite 1545 New York NY , 10007 phone: (212) 788-7250 fax: (212) 442-6420 |
| NYC Council Jimmy Van Bramer jvanbramer@council.nyc.gov | |
District Office Address 47-01 Queens Boulevard,Suite 205 Sunnyside NY , 11104 phone: (718) 383-9566 fax: (718) 383-9076 | Manhattan Office Address 250 Broadway, Suite 1815 New York NY , 10007 phone: (212) 788-7370 fax: (212) 513-7195 |
| NYS Assembly Grace Meng | |
District Office136-20 38th Ave., Suite 10A Flushing NY , 11354 phone: (718) 939-0195 fax: | Albany OfficeLOB 920 Albany NY , 12248 phone: (518) 455-5411 fax: |
| NYS Assembly Catherine Nolan | |
District Office41-02 Queens Blvd., Suite 2Bt Sunnyside NY , 11377 phone: (718) 784-3194 | Albany OfficeLOB 836 Albany NY , 12248 phone: (518) 455-4851 |
| NYS Senate Shirley Huntley shuntley@senate.state.ny.us | |
District Office Address161-10 Jamaica Avenue, Suite 504 Jamaica NY , 11432 phone: (718) 523-3069 fax: (718) 523-3670 | Albany OfficeRoom 609, Legislative Office Building Albany NY , 12247 phone: (518) 455-3531 fax: (518) 426-6859 |
| US Congress Gary L. Ackerman | |
District Office218-14 Northern Boulevard Bayside NY , 11361 phone: (718) 423-2154 fax: (718) 423-5053 | Legislative Office2243 Rayburn House Office Building Washington DC , 20515 phone: (202) 225-2601 fax: (202) 225-1589 |
| US Congress Carolyn Maloney | |
District Office21-77 31 Street Astoria NY , 11102 phone: (718) 932-1804 fax: (718) 932-1805 | Legislative Office2332 Rayburn House Office Building Washington DC, 20515 phone: (202) 225-7944 fax: (202) 225-4709 |
History
Located in northwestern Queens, Long Island City (LIC) is the largest neighborhood in the borough. It was the earliest part of Queens to be recognized by the Dutch and was the scene of many British troop movements. Created in 1870 from the communities of Astoria, Hunters Point, Blissville, Ravenswood, Dutch Kills, Bowery Bay, Steinway and Sunnyside, locals now use the term LIC only for the area south of Astoria.
In the mid 1800s, Hunters Point, the southern tip of LIC on the East River water front, became linked with the North Fork Line of the LIRR. Ferry service also began between Wall Street and 34th Street. By 1870 when Long Island City was chartered, it had become the center of industry for Queens County. By the end of that century a major building boom had established a number of important factories as well as urban residential areas.
With the opening of the Queensborough Bridge in 1908 and the original Pennsylvania Station on the Queens waterfront in 1910, many factories located here and innumerable industries took advantage of the ample space and low land cost. By 1940 with the completion of The Triborough Bridge and the Queens Midtown Tunnel, Long Island City sitting next to the Sunnyside Rail Yards had become a world class industrial center though more or less a passing through point for commuters between Manhattan, Eastern Queens, and Long Island.
By the mid 1970s, however, due to the migration of businesses out of New York, LIC had become a small sleepy town with many empty factories and warehouse spaces. A new group began to emerge composed of younger artists and musicians who were being priced out of the tight market in Manhattan and who were drawn to the spacious lofts, unhindered light, and the almost rural quality of the neighborhood. Equally attractive was the existence of the studios of two world renowned artists, the late Isamu Noguchi, whose studio is now a museum, and Mark DiSuvero who established the Socrates Sculpture Park, the city's largest outdoor exhibition space. The Urban and Contemporary Arts Institute, better known as P.S. 1, at one time Public School #1, became central to the Long Island City Arts movement.
The 1980s saw greater industrial expansion in Long Island City and a rebirth of the film industry, which had its early roots here. Most notable was the establishment of Silvercup Studios, which converted an old bread factory into what would become the largest independent, full-service film and television production facility in the northeastern United States. The International Design Center of New York was opened on the site where the Sunshine bakery and Adams Chewing Gum plants stood. La Guardia Community College took over the disused factories of the White Motor Company and the Equitable Bag Company. The 48 story Citicorp building was erected in 1989 and is the tallest building in New York City outside Manhattan.
Special Services
According to the American Cancer Society, approximately one of two American men and one of three American women will have some type of cancer at some point during their lifetime. Queens Library HealthLink seeks to increase access to cancer screening and cancer treatment among medically underserved communities in Queens. Queens Library HealthLink is a partnership between Queens Library, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, Queens Cancer Center of Queens Hospital and the American Cancer Society.
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