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City Hall In Your Borough is coming to Queens! Join representatives from the Mayor's Office of Data Analytics to learn how to use the NYC Open Data Portal, the one stop shop to access and download more than 2,000 different datasets, maps, and charts from City agencies like NYPD, FDNY, DOE and others. Participants are encouraged to bring their own devices. To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-open-data-training-city-hall-in-your-borough-queens-tickets-51415639562

In this competitive job market, it is vitally important not only to know your job skills, but to be able to market those skills to potential employers during a job search. This workshop will explain the benefits of knowing your job related skills and how to identify them. For more information, please visit the Job Information Center or call 718-990-8625.

Join these classes to learn how to use Excel to your advantage. Topic includes advanced lists. Register online or by calling 718-661-1205. Basic computer skills and knowledge of Excel are required; bringing your own USB flash drive is recommended.

Volunteers will learn and refine acting techniques by engaging in activities.
Teens will read and/or perform on last day.
Tuesdays 4:30-6:00pm, September 18 - November 6
Stage readings or performances will occur on November 6.

After completing program volunteers will receive an official letter of
volunteer credit stating their hours of services.
Go to https://volunteer.queenslibrary.org/

Children in grades 4-6 explore writing and storytelling through fun activities.

Toddler Learning Center is open to young children aged from 18 – 38 months. In five weekly sessions, parents learn from resource professionals about nutrition, speech development, early literacy, and parenting skills, while toddlers become familiar with social environments and peer interactions. Registration required. Ask at the librarian's desk or call 718-661-1214.

End the month with a family-friendly film for ages 5-12.

Learn how to create a document and work with tables. Participants should have basic computer skills and must attend all three classes. Preregistration is required in person at the Flushing Library Cyber Center reference desk beginning Saturday, Ocotber 6 at 10:00 a.m. or by calling 718-661-1280.

The Queens Economic Development Corporation’s Annual Queens StartUP! Business Plan Competition begins in September 2018. The competition gives entrepreneurs a chance to strengthen their business knowledge, learn about business trends, and gain insights into starting and growing a business while also introducing them to the vast resources available to them at Queens Library. Learn more at these information sessions and watch for more news about classes starting in October.

LinkedIn is a social networking website that allows you to manage your professional identity, build and engage with your professional network, and access knowledge, insights, and opportunities. In this workshop you will learn how to use LinkedIn to look for employment, network, and keep up with colleagues. Basic computer skills and knowledge of the Internet required.

Start the Halloween fun a few days early with spooky stories, ghostly games, and creepy crafts. For children ages 5-12 and their parents and caregivers. Costumes optional. No registration required.

Volunteers provide help with homework questions for children ages 6-12 on a drop-in basis.

Children and teens ages 8 and up are invited to learn chess or improve their chess skills. All skill and experience levels are welcome!

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. Preregister online or for more information call 718-661-1205.

During the Annual Winter Culture Exchange Festival on 11/17 at the Pace University theater, New York Chinese Opera Society will present Peking Opera “The Battle of Red Cliffs." To help the audience enjoy the show, Director Xiaobin Wu and Actor Jingtao Zhang will give a lecture on “Appreciation of The Battle of Red Cliffs”.

Award-winning filmmaker Shilpa Mankikar is the writer/director/producer of the multicultural family comedy "Diwal'Oween" about two friends who try to introduce their parents on the night when Diwali falls on Halloween Fright Night, but everything goes wrong. This web series won the Best Family Series at Baltimore New Media WebFest and the Audience Award and Best Actor at Jersey City Popup Fest. It is appropriate for everyone 7 and up.

Tai chi is part of the Chinese regimen culture. It is simple and easy to learn. The Flushing Library invites famous tai chi expert Sitan Chen and his team to teach basic forms of movements (including the original tai chi elements). Limited spots available. First-come, first-served. Participants are required to sign a waiver for each session.

Reimagine End of Life Week is a city-wide exploration of big questions about life and death through creativity and conversation. As part of this event, End of Life Choices New York will present a screening and discussion of "Defining Hope," a documentary about weighing what matters most at the most fragile junctures in life. The screening with be followed by a panel discussion. To register for free tickets, visit https://defininghope.eventbrite.com/?aff=listing.

Start the weekend with fun games, crafts, puzzles, and more. No registration required.

In this lecture, Professor Cai will focus on the interplay between science and humanity and in particular the similarity among mathematics, poetry, art, and daily life. He will explain why math is everywhere. Professor Cai will demonstrate it through photographs that he took from all around the world, together with some classic paintings. *Rooms A&B*

Join us for our TechCraft program. We'll be combining the latest technology (tablets, robotics, circuitry, coding, and more!) with traditional arts and crafts materials to build exciting new designs and creative projects. This month, we're exploring all things engineering. Make paper airplanes, play around with fun engineering apps, and make pop-up creations. Registration required; please call or visit the Children's Room. For children in grades 6-8.

Make your resume the best it can be. This workshop provides insight into what resume reviewers look for, types of resumes, what to include and exclude, and tips for making your resume stronger. For further information call 718-990-8625.

Readers in grades 2-4 enjoy games, crafts, and activities based on the wacky hi-jinx in Dan Gutman's "My Weird School" series. Explore, learn, and have fun! No registration required. You do not have to read the books ahead of time.

This four-session series is a program of financial literacy where users will learn how to download and navigate financial and banking applications. They will also learn how to deposit checks from your phone, pay bills online, and gain knowledge about credit reports. This program will be in Spanish. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 718-990-8625 and to register visit queenslibrary.org

Facilitated by Qi Shu Fang Peking Opera Association, this activity is to promote traditional Chinese art, especially Peking Opera, in the community. Everyone is welcome to join in singing and performing, with live music accompaniment.

Can you build better than a bee? Join our honeycomb design building challenge. It's engineering for ages 8-12!

This dual workshop analyzes both the internal and external factors that make a successful entrepreneur. Internally, assess your character, skills, interests, and aptitude in pursuing entrepreneurship. Externally, decide if your business idea is worth pursuing. Call 718-990-8625 for additional information.

Bring your toddler ages 2-3 for some stories, music, and movement at the library! Weekly sessions encourage literacy with simple books, rhymes, finger plays, and songs. Play session follows.

All are welcome. Please call 646-752-3173 for questions and suggestions.
*Rooms C&D, Lower Level*

Learn how to create a worksheet and perform calculations. Participants should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and mouse and to open and close applications. Participants must attend all three classes. Preregistration is required in person at the Flushing Library Cyber Center Reference Desk beginning Saturday, November 3 at 10 am or by calling 718-661-1280.

Besides a beautiful chorus, solo, duets, trio, and other forms of music, the renowned master of Fife, Mr. Chen Tao, will join to perform and accompany the repertoire. The Hai Tien Choir is directed by the well-known music educator Ms. Pi Chu Hsiao. Ms. Hsiao has been engaged in music education in Taiwan and the United States for 65 years.

Led by Queens Museum teaching artist Yan Cynthia Chen, this workshop is inspired by artist Mo Kong's work, currently on exhibit in the library, and the "American" honeybee's migration to the United States. We invite families to create a story of migration through the making of their own transportation vehicle. The program includes a talk by Mo Kong.

The 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.

From birth to age 3 is when a baby's brain is developing. Our early learning specialist is joined by Dr. Conn to give parents and their tots an overview of early childhood development and address common concerns.

Children ages 8-12 will learn how to make an easy, no-sew catnip toy to benefit NYC cat rescue Pillows for Paws. No experience necessary. Our goal is to donate 30 catnip toys-- please help us make a difference!

Learn how to send an email and navigate your inbox. This class is for Gmail. Please have your email and password ready.

This holiday season let's celebrate the spirit of giving! Children and their parents or caregivers are invited for stories and songs that focus on acts of kindness.

Mandarin Chinese session for people caring for a person with Alzheimer’s or any of the other dementias. Our support group is a secure and safe place to share your experiences. The group will meet on Sundays, November 18 and December 16. Please call 646-744-2951 for registration.

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.

Join us for our TechCraft program. We'll be combining the latest technology (tablets, robotics, circuitry, coding, and more!) with traditional arts and crafts materials to build exciting new designs and creative projects. This month, we're exploring all things engineering. Make paper airplanes, play around with fun engineering apps, and make pop-up creations. Registration required; please call or visit the Children's Room. For children in grades 6-8.

By Hong Dance & Music Company
Traditional Korean songs come to life in this music and dance performance.
*Auditorium*

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.

Join us for our TechCraft program. We'll be combining the latest technology (tablets, robotics, circuitry, coding, and more!) with traditional arts and crafts materials to build exciting new designs and creative projects. This month, we're exploring all things engineering. Make paper airplanes, play around with fun engineering apps, and make pop-up creations. Registration required; please call or visit the Children's Room. For children in grades 6-8.

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.

Children in grades 4-6, join BookBusters Club as we read, discuss, and do fun activities related to this month's title.

Bring your toddler ages 2-3 with a caregiver for some stories, music, and movement at the library! We encourage literacy with simple books, rhymes, finger plays, and songs. Play session follows. In this special session, Dr. Shaykh is on hand to discuss early childhood development and common concerns.

This workshop covers a variety of topics such as professional conduct and attitudes, business communication, suitable apparel, and maintaining an appropriate work environment.

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.

This class is geared toward developing networking strategies in order to foster partnerships and build relationships that lead to motivation, connections, resources, and investment opportunities. Attain new skills in an accessible and low-pressure setting. Please call 718-990-8625 for additional information and to preregister.

Saturdays: 12/8: How to Help Your Children Apply for College; 3/16: How to Obtain New York State Teacher’s Certification; 5/18: How to Help Your Children Use Their Home Language in Studying Other Courses and English; 6/22: New York State High School Graduation Requirements
*Rooms A&B*

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.

Still, one of the most recognizable types of marketing, traditional marketing encompasses the advertisements that we see and hear every day. Determine the traditional marketing activities to make you visible and attractive to your target customer. To preregister or for more information, call (718) 990-8625.

Come enjoy teen-selected anime with mad cool teens at Flushing in December!

The fun is on at Flushing!

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.

From birth to age 3 is when a baby's brain is developing. Our early learning specialist gives parents and their tots an overview of our Early Learning Area, including activities parents can do to help their children's early learning.

This course will prepare you with the knowledge to skillfully utilize social media resources to connect to your customers. Pick up strategies to becoming successful in a variety of social media marketing strategies for your business. Call 718-990-8625 for more information.

This workshop covers a variety of topics such as professional conduct and attitudes, business communication, suitable apparel, and maintaining an appropriate work environment.

We will construct fun forts and other sculptures from recycled newspapers, learning engineering and geometry while having a great time!
Family craft for all ages. Children under 5 must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Become familiar with the variety of traditional and nontraditional resources available to help fund your business. The course will leave you knowledgeable about various loan options, crowdfunding, alternative lenders, and more. Preregister online at jobmap.queenslibrary.org or call 718-990-8625.

Got questions? We’ve got answers! This is a question and answer panel with experienced industry professionals to hear their real-life struggles and successes or address your inquiries about entrepreneurship. This is an opportunity to come in and meet directly with industry professionals. Open for all. For more information, call 718-990-8625.