![]() Feb 23 12:00PM --to-- 1:00PM Children's Computer Literacy ProgramLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Kids ages 6-12 have one more way to learn while having fun at the South Jamaica Community Library. At the Children's Computer Literacy Program, children will learn computer skills through a variety of projects like creating a flyer in Word or designing your own water park using Paint, MS Word, and MS Excel. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Feb 23 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Children's and Tweens Creative Art StudioLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Kids and tweens are invited to join the creative art studio at the South Jamaica Community Library; children will enjoy a variety of art projects from water color painting to digital art. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Feb 23 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Traveling Shoes: Black Migration - History of Soca Location: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Davin McLeod traces the history of soca, both the music and dance, back to the "nature" cultures and traditions around the world. For more Traveling Shoes programming, visit https://queenslib.org/travelingshoes19. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Feb 26 5:00PM --to-- 6:00PM Traveling Shoes Black Migrations: Reader’s TheaterLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Join us at the South Jamaica Community Library for a celebration and commemoration of Black History Month focusing on black migrations. This Reader's Theater program will take our children through a memorable experience by reenacting some of the historic moments through theater play and virtual storymaking. For more Traveling Shoes programming, visit https://queenslib.org/travelingshoes19. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Feb 27 10:00AM --to-- 11:00AM Mistake-Free Cover LettersLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required The cover letters workshop teaches the most important aspects of cover letter writing, defines the different types of cover letters, and prepares participants to write and customize cover letters for their job applications. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Feb 27 11:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Nursery Rhyme TimeLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Join us at the South Jamaica Community Library for nursery rhyme time. This event is appropriate for newborns and prewalkers. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Feb 27 12:00PM --to-- 1:00PM Job Search StrategiesLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Job searching can be an overwhelming process. Prepare yourself for success! This workshop teaches traditional and creative ways to find jobs, identify career-specific websites, and network. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Feb 27 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Kids' Club Celebrates Black History!Location: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Join the kids' club of South Jamaica Library for stories and crafts celebrating Black History Month! All children welcome! | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Feb 28 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM African Dance Workshop for Children 7 to 12Location: South Jamaica Registration: Not required "Dancing To the Tune of Black is Beautiful" | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Feb 28 6:00PM --to-- 7:00PM Teen Coding ClubLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Attention teen techies! Have you always wanted to learn how to code? Do you want to learn the basics of video game design? Join the South Jamaica Community Library coding club. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Mar 1 11:00AM --to-- 12:00PM STEM StorytimeLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Children in pre-K to grade 1 are invited to join us weekly for a story and various STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) activities. This fun and hands-on program will include a read-aloud of a popular children's picture book along with a STEM craft and activity. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Mar 1 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Maker FridayLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Children at the South Jamaica Community Library are taught to be independent. Each Friday we bring out the MAKER cart for students to receive a Maker Project Prompt Task with a materials list card so they can independently work on their project. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Mar 1 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM A Journey Through Rhythm with Apollo TheaterLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Registration is not yet open for this program. Please check back closer to the program date. Children will take an expedition through music and storytelling! This program explores the connection between African traditional music and contemporary music. In this hands-on program, students in grades 3-5 are invited to explore the sounds of the drum and other percussion instruments. Space is limited; preregistration is required. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Mar 1 5:00PM --to-- 6:00PM Teen Gaming CornerLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Teens gather in the Teen Corner to watch videos, share gaming ideas, and play video games. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Mar 4 12:00PM --to-- 1:00PM Professional EtiquetteLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required This workshop covers a variety of topics such as professional conduct and attitudes, business communication, suitable apparel, and maintaining an appropriate work environment. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Mar 4 1:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Identifying Your Work SkillsLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required In this workshop you will learn how to define and categorize job skills, identify your own job skills, understand the difference between job skills and job duties, market your job skills, and become aware of the most sought-after job skills. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Mar 4 5:00PM --to-- 6:00PM African American DanceLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required This is an interactive dance workshop of African American dances. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Mar 4 6:00PM --to-- 7:30PM Protecting Your Data OnlineLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Online or by phone Availability: 15 openings Learn how your personal information is being used online and how you can protect it. We will discuss how and why companies track and profit from your browsing data, and give you some tools to keep your online behavior private. We will help you understand what you can do to guard against cybersecurity vulnerabilities. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Mar 6 10:00AM --to-- 11:30AM Creating Impactful ResumesLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Make your resume the best it can be in this workshop! Participants will learn about types of resumes, how to get started, what to include and not include, and tips for making a resume stronger. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Mar 6 11:30AM --to-- 12:30PM Introduction to Job InterviewsLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required So, you’ve landed an interview for a wonderful job…now what? It takes practice to perfect your interviewing skills. In this workshop, you will learn how to prepare for your interview, successfully deal with difficult questions, and follow up properly afterwards. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Mar 6 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Kids' Club Celebrates Women's History!Location: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Join the South Jamaica Kids' Club throughout the month to learn about women's history. All children welcome! Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Mar 9 3:00PM --to-- 4:00PM Family Literacy Day: Face Painting and BallooningLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required South Jamaica Reads celebrates Literacy Day for families with face painting and ballooning. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Mar 13 10:00AM --to-- 11:00AM Mistake-Free Cover LettersLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required The cover letters workshop teaches the most important aspects of cover letter writing, defines the different types of cover letters, and prepares participants to write and customize cover letters for their job applications. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Mar 13 11:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Job Search StrategiesLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Job searching can be an overwhelming process. Prepare yourself for success! This workshop teaches traditional and creative ways to find jobs, identify career-specific websites, and network. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Mar 14 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Celebrate National Potato Chip DayLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Today is National Potato Chip Day! Did you know that Americans consume 1.2 billion pounds of potato chips each year? It's the nation's favorite snack food! Come and watch a video on how potato chips are made. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Mar 15 4:00PM --to-- 5:30PM Make a Castle with ArchForKidsLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Registration is not yet open for this program. Please check back closer to the program date. Participants will learn about castle architecture and how people lived and worked in them. Then design and build your own mini castle! This program is led by educators from ArchForKids. It is recommended for ages 5 and up; caregivers are welcome. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Mar 16 3:00PM --to-- 4:00PM St. Patrick's Day CraftLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! Celebrate the traditions and lore of Ireland with stories about St. Patrick followed by a take-home craft. All ages welcome. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Mar 21 4:00PM --to-- 4:45PM Inspiring Women in Science: Code for Equality ChallengeLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Join the South Jamaica Library to celebrate Inspiring Women in Science through coding challenges and STEAM work. 4th-8th graders are welcome! | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Mar 21 6:00PM --to-- 7:00PM Inspiring Women In Science – Trivia Game!Location: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Do you think you know your Inspiring Women in Science? Think again! Prepare yourself to be amazed, surprised and, well, definitely inspired learning more about the achievements of these fearless scientists that changed our thinking, science, and world forever! | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Mar 23 3:00PM --to-- 4:00PM Celebrate National Puppy DayLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required That's right, puppies! Puppy Day celebrates that most adorable of our four-footed friends, the baby canine, and it's quite possibly the cutest day ever. Join us for fun activities and possibly a puppy surprise! | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Mar 26 3:00PM --to-- 4:00PM Make Your Own Holiday DayLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Do you have passion for someone or something deserving of a holiday? You’re only limited by your imagination! It is a day to think up of a thing, person, animal, phrase, or food and create a holiday to celebrate it. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Apr 4 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Multicultural Dance with Madeline HoakLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Children will enjoy different dances by Madeline Hoak. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Apr 6 10:00AM --to-- 11:00AM ShapeUp NYC: Cardio Sculpt for AdultsLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Instructor Farrah leads this fitness class that uses high intensity weight bearing exercises interspersed with cardio to keep your heart rate up and keep you sweating. Wear comfortable clothing, and bring a towel and water bottle. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Apr 8 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Frogs, Bugs, & Animal Show with Jason ReillyLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required This program features frogs, bugs, chinchillas, and a chicken. Learn about where these animals are from, what they eat, when they sleep, and how they protect themselves. This program is for ages 6 to 12. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Apr 11 6:00PM --to-- 7:00PM Caregiver "Code for Toddlers" Information SessionLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Calling all parents and caregivers, join us on and give your child a leg up on the future with a fun, engaging way to learn computer science. This information session will provide caregivers with hands- on activities and instruction. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() Apr 18 6:00PM --to-- 7:00PM South Jamaica Sip and Paint ClubLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Sip a refreshing non-alcoholic beverage and paint an awesome picture. Painting supplies will be provided for ages 18 & up. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Apr 22 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Bricks4Kidz LEGO Robotics workshopLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Join us at South Jamaica for a free, educational, and fun LEGO Robotics workshop! Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Apr 22 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Rhythm Time with Bob "Bobaloo" BaseyLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Children in grades K-2 will enjoy singing in rhythm time with Bob "Bobaloo" Basey. | ||||||||||||||||||
![]() May 6 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM ZumbaLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Instructor Audrey Bright Greene leads a fun Zumba workshop for children ages 6-12. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() May 23 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Mr. Chris Musical ExperienceLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required Join Mr. Chris and his team in a performance that includes music, movement, storytelling, and interactive games for ages 5-12. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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![]() Jun 15 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM A Reptile "Edventure" with Erik CallenderLocation: South Jamaica Registration: Not required This fun-filled educational experience gives children age 6 and up a unique opportunity to see and learn about The Reptile Guy's animal science, rescue, and awareness. Meet reptiles, amphibians, and even some large insects from around the world. |
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Special Interest/Noteworthy Collections at the South Jamaica Community Library include:
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Child Care / Preschools | ||
Bethel Mission Junior Academy 106-15 154th Street Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 658-2484 | Shiloh Baptist Nursery 173-70 106th Avenue Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (214) 748-3647 | Amistad Child Cares Family Center 110-15 164th Place Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 526-3068 |
Jamaica Day Nursery 108-17 159th Street Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 526-3068 | Myrtle Jarmon Child Care Center 116-55 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11434 phone: (718) 528-0922 | The Originals of Jamaica DCC 108-10 Sutphin Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11435 phone: (718) 297-0343 |
Community Board | ||
Community Organizations & Services | ||
New Spirit 11 Alcohol Outpatient Clinic 162-04 South Road Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 291-484 | Queens Village Community for Mental Health 162-04 South Road Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 712-777 | Allen AME Church 111-54 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 723-6106 |
Calvary Baptist Church 111-10 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 297-2301 | Godian Fellowship Food Center 106-01 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 523-7309 | JCAP Jamaica Community 106-04 South Road Jamaica New York , 11433 |
Women of Faith 109-37 Sutphin Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 657-5727 | Bethany Baptist 157-11 111th Avenue Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 659-6099 | Bethel Gospel Tabernacle 110-25 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 291-2677 |
Burns Memorial C.O.G.I.C. 107-03 150th Street Jamaica New York , 11435 phone: (718) 523-0214 | Church of God in Christ Jesus 157-22 South Road Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 291-9281 | Burns Memorial C.O.G.I.C 107-03 150th Street Jamaica New York , 11435 phone: (718) 523-0214 |
Faith Tabernacle Baptist Church 106-45 160th Street Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 526-9242 | Gideon Fellowship Food Center 106-07 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 523-7309 |
Fire Department | ||
Engine Company 275 111-36 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11433 |
Local Hospitals | ||
Queens Health Center 97-04 Sutphin Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11435 phone: (718) 657-7088 | Jamaica Hospital Medical Center 89th Avenue and Van Wyck Expressway Jamaica New York , 11418 phone: (718) 206-6000 | Mary Immaculate 152-11 89th Avenue Jamaica New York , 11432 phone: (718) 558-2000 |
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Jamaica Times |
Parks and Playgrounds | ||
Liberty Park 106th Avenue, 173rd Street, Liberty Avenue and 172 Jamaica New York , | Marconi Memorial Field 109th Avenue, 157th Street, 108th Avenue and 155th Jamaica New York , | Roy Wilkins Park Merrick Boulevard and Baisley Boulevard Jamaica New York , |
IS 8 Playground 167th Street and 109th Avenue Jamaica New York , | PS 40 Playground 109th Avenue and Brinkerhoff Avenue Jamaica New York , |
Police Department | ||
103rd Precinct 168-02 P. O. Edward Byrne Avenue Jamaica New York , 11432 phone: (718) 657-8181 |
Post Office | ||
Jamaica Station 88-40 164th Street Jamaica New York , 11432 phone: (800) 275-8777 |
Private / Parochial Schools | ||
Myrtle Jarmon School 116-55 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11434 phone: (718) 528-0922 |
Public Elementary Schools | ||
PS 40Q Samuel Huntington School 109-20 Union Hall Street Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 526-1906 | PS 48Q William Wordsworth School 155-02 108th Avenue Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 739-4463 | PS 116 William J. Hughley School 107-25 Wren Place Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 526-4884 |
PS 140 Edward K. Ellington School 116-00 166th Street Jamaica New York , 11434 phone: (718) 657-4760 | PS 160 Walter Francis Bishop School 109-59 Inwood Street Jamaica New York , 11435 phone: (718) 526-5523 |
Public High Schools | ||
High School for Law Enforcement and Public Safety 116-25 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11434 | Queens High School for Science at York College 94-50 159th Street Jamaica New York , 11433 |
Public Intermediate / Junior High Schools | ||
MS 8 New Prepatory Middle School 108-35 167th Street Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 739-6883 |
Senior Centers | ||
Allen Community Senior Citizens Center 166-01 Linden Boulevard Jamaica New York , 11434 phone: (718) 658-0980 | South Jamaica Senior Center 107-60 159th Street Jamaica New York , 11433 phone: (718) 657-6410 |
Elected Officials | |
NYC Council Hon. I. Daneek Miller IDMiller@council.nyc.gov | |
District Office 172-12 Linden Boulevard St. Albans NY, 11434 phone: (718) 776-3700 fax: (718) 487-3580 | Manhattan Office 250 Broadway, Suite 1810 New York NY , 10007 phone: (212) 788-7084 fax: (212) 788-7093 |
NYS Assembly Hon. Vivian E. Cook CookV@nyassembly.gov | |
District Office 142-15 Rockaway Blvd Jamaica NY , 11436 phone: (718) 322-3975 fax: (718) 322-4085 | Albany Office LOB, Room 939 Albany NY , 12248 phone: (518) 455-4203 fax: (518) 455-3606 |
NYS Senate Hon. Leroy Comrie Comrie@nysenate.gov | |
District Office 113-43 Farmers Boulevard St. Albans NY , 11412 phone: (718) 454-0162 fax: (718) 454-0186 | Albany Office Room 617, Legislative Office Building Albany NY, 12247 phone: (518) 455-2701 fax: (518) 455-2816 |
US Congress Hon. Gregory W. Meeks | |
District Office 153-01 Jamaica Ave., Suite 204 Jamaica NY , 11432 phone: (718) 725-6000 fax: (718) 725-9868 | Legislative Office 2234 Rayburn House Office Building Washington DC, 20516 phone: (202) 225-3461 fax: (202) 226-4169 |
Boro President Hon. Melinda Katz Info@queensbp.org | |
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Mayor Hon. Bill de Blasio | |
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Jamaica Avenue was once an ancient trail used by Native American tribes, from as far away as the Ohio River and the Great Lakes, coming to the area to trade skins and furs for wampum. It was in 1655 that the first settlers paid the Native Americans two guns, a coat and some gunpowder for the land lying between the old trail and “Beaver Pond,” which would later become Baisley Pond. Dutch Governor Peter Stuyvesant dubbed the area Rustdorp, meaning Quiet Village, when granting the patent for the area. Taken over by the English, in 1664, the area was renamed Jameco, which would eventually become Jamaica, because it was first inhabited by the Jameco, or Yamecah Indians, whose name means beaver in Algonquian. South Jamaica, which consisted of an area of scattered farms, in the mid nineteenth century, quickly became its own entity with the 1913 completion of the Long Island Railroad Station, nearby.
South Jamaica, which has the largest African-American population in the borough of Queens, fought long and hard to become the home of the fiftieth branch of the Queens Borough Public Library. Library service in the area began in the form of a bookmobile which made five weekly stops, bringing a variety of materials to eager residents. While making do with the bookmobile service, community leaders battled for almost twenty years for a neighborhood library to service residents who had to travel by bus or car to reach the main branch, in Jamaica, or the Queens Village Branch. Finally, in October 1961, the South Jamaica Branch opened for business at 110-36 New York Boulevard, in a building owned by Bethel Gospel Tabernacle.
As the South Jamaica community continued to grow and demands on library resources increased dramatically the branch clearly needed a new home. On December 20th, 1999, after months of preparation the branch opened for business in its spanking new, environmentally controlled building at 108-41 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard, two blocks from its previous location. The state-of-the-art “green architecture” structure was the first of its kind in New York City, using optimal natural lighting to control the internal environment. The Community Library’s present location is approximately two-and-a half times as large as the former site with its own children’s room and a meeting room which can accommodate up to fifty people.
In 2007 the South Jamaica Community Library was renovated to include a full service Teen Area, with its own computers. The library is now fully automated with self check out stations and an automatic book return.
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.