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Learn English & Math On The Go!
Have you ever wanted to improve your reading, English, or math skills, or work on your high school equivalency, but felt too busy?
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Queens Public Library Magazine
The new issue of Queens Public Library Magazine is out now!
Queens Public Library Magazine combines great library-themed feature stories and two months' worth of information about our free programs, services, and special events, and it's available at your neighborhood library or ...
Join Us for Jewish American Heritage Month!
Celebrate Jewish American culture with us this May at our festival at Forest Hills Library!
There will be music, singing, Yiddish theater, and plenty of mame loshn, starting Monday, May 6!
All events will take place at Forest Hills Library, at 108-19 71st Avenue.
To learn more ...
Discover Your City With Culture Pass!
Start planning your summer adventures! NYC’s libraries are making it easier for you to explore local museums, public gardens, and other cultural attractions for FREE with your friends and family!
Queens Library, Brooklyn Public Library, and the New York Public Library are excited to announce Culture Pass, ...
Our Renewed Promise to the Public
No matter who you are, where you’re from, or where you want to go, we speak your language.
We’re excited to announce our renewed promise to the public and our new look to reflect who we are and the exceptional service you can expect from us.
At Queens Public Library, we speak your ...
 May 28 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Smithsonian: Native American HistoryLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required This is a teleconference discussion group. Led by a Smithsonian Institution moderator. Native American History. Please call Mail-A-Book for access numbers 718-464-0084. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 May 28 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Make A Stick HouseLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Teens are welcome to build their own house out of popsickle sticks. | |||
 May 28 4:00PM --to-- 4:45PM Paint NightLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Join us to create an inspiring painting! |
May 29 10:30AM --to-- 12:00PM The Poet in YouLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Share and discuss your poetry. This is a teleconference event. First-time participants, please call 718-464-0084 for access numbers. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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May 29 11:00AM --to-- 11:30AM Toddler TimeLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 2-4 and their parents or caregivers are welcome to join us for songs and stories. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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May 29 11:30AM --to-- 12:00PM Toddler CraftLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Come and join us for toddler arts and crafts! This program is designed for children that are 18 months to 5 years old. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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May 29 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Chat and CardsLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 5 to 12 are welcome to enjoy friendly games of cards and Uno. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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May 30 5:30PM --to-- 7:30PM Adult Chess ClubLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Practice your chess skills with other adults. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 May 31 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Chit Chat and STARs PerformanceLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Chat and make friends over the phone, and then enjoy scenes from classic plays performed by Senior Theater Acting Repertory. This is a teleconferenced program open to older adults and the homebound. First-time participants should contact Mail-a-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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May 31 10:00AM --to-- 12:30PM STARs: Senior Theater Acting RepertoryLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Calling all older adults! Join our galaxy of STARs and perform theatrical works at the library with a great group of people! Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 May 31 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Game DayLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children of all ages are welcome to join game day for some board game fun. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jun 3 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM CrosswordsLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required We solve the puzzle together using your home computer. This Mail-A-Book program is open to all older adults and the homebound. First-time callers, please call 718-464-0084 for access numbers. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jun 3 1:30PM --to-- 3:00PM Knit and Crochet ClubLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Bring your supplies and make new friends at this crafts group for adults! Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Jun 3 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM The Queens Symphony Woodwind Quintet Presents Prokofiev: Peter and the WolfLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf for woodwind quintet and narrator is a classic for all ages. Peter, his animal friends, his grandfather, the wolf, and the hunters are represented by the instruments of the woodwind quintet and all have appropriate musical themes making this piece a delight to hear. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jun 3 6:30PM --to-- 7:30PM ShapeUp NYC: Dance FitnessLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required This fitness class teaches easy-to-follow dance steps to increase cardiovascular fitness and tone your body. Space is limited. 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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Jun 4 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Bingo!Location: Queens Village Registration: Not required We're playing bingo and you can join in from home. This is a teleconferenced event open to older adults and the homebound. Call 718- 464-0084 for bingo cards, chips, and access numbers. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jun 4 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Make A Superhero CollageLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Cut and paste your favorite superhero characters to create your own unique design. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 5 10:00AM --to-- 11:00AM Virtual Health Chat on ZoomLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required RN Kathy Moran leads this virtual health chat for senior centers. This is a livestreamed event. Call Mail-A-Book to register and to receive a link to the program at 718-464-0084. | ||||||||||||||||||
 Jun 5 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM What Are You Reading?Location: Queens Village Registration: Not required Find out what other people are reading and tell them what you're reading now. This is a teleconferenced discussion open to all older adults and the homebound. Call Mail-A-Book at 718-464-0084 to register. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 6 3:30PM --to-- 4:00PM Let's Make Some Noise: Love Is Love Is Love!Location: Queens Village Registration: Not required Love knows no color, shape, or form. Come in and add your very own creation to our Love Is Love Is Love collage. We will provide you with colorful supplies so just bring your imagination and create whatever you like! | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 6 8:00PM --to-- 9:00PM After-Hours Discussion GroupLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Local historian Oliver Hummel from the Queens Museum leads this discussion. This is a teleconference event. First-time callers, please contact Mail-a-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 7 10:00AM --to-- 10:30AM STAR Singers on ZoomLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required The STAR singers perform by Livestream for senior centers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 7 10:30AM --to-- 12:30PM Marion's Art History ClassLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Marion Mango discusses great art in this teleconferenced program open to older adults and the homebound. First-time participants, please contact Mail-a-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
 Jun 8 3:00PM --to-- 4:30PM Microsoft Word (in Bengali)Location: Queens Village Registration: Registration is not yet open for this program. Please check back closer to the program date. Details: Customers are required to attend all sessions of this program. Registering for this session will reserve your spot for the entire program. Learn to create documents and work with tables. Part 1-Introduction to Microsoft Word; Part 2- Creating and saving documents; Part 3-Working with tables and printing. Participants should have basic computer skills and must attend all three classes. Preregistration is required. Please call the Hollis Library reference desk at 718-465-7355.
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 Jun 11 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM Intro to ComputersLocation: Queens Village Registration: Registration is not yet open for this program. Please check back closer to the program date. New to computers? Learn the basic parts and functions of a computer in this introductory class. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jun 11 3:30PM --to-- 4:00PM Let's Make Some Noise: Make Some SignsLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Help the Queens Public Library crew at the Queens Pride Parade make some noise and the best impression carrying your creative, inclusive, and colorful signs. All are invited. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 11 3:30PM --to-- 4:15PM Father's Day CraftLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children are invited to make a Father's Day card to celebrate the holiday. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 12 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM You Be The JudgeLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required We discuss real court cases and verdicts at this teleconference program for older adults and the homebound. First-time participants, please call 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
 Jun 12 3:00PM --to-- 5:30PM Movie AfternoonLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required This month's selection is "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" (2017, PG-13). | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 13 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Make A Treasure MapLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Have fun creating an old-fashioned treasure map. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 13 8:00PM --to-- 9:00PM After-Hours Discussion GroupLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Local historian Oliver Hummel from the Queens Museum leads this discussion. This is a teleconference event. First-time callers, please contact Mail-a-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 14 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Senior Health ChatLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Senior health chat with RN Kathy Moran. First-time participants, please register at 718-464-0084 to obtain access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 18 12:00PM --to-- 1:30PM MOMA Art LectureLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required MoMA leads the discussion about current art exhibits at the museum. This is a teleconference. First- time callers, please contact Mail-A-Book for access numbers at 718-464-0084. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 18 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Mosaic CollageLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Teens are welcome to create beautiful mosaics. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 19 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Book Discussion Group: "Hillbilly Elegy" by J.D. VanceLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required We will discuss "Hillbilly Elegy" by J.D. Vance. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 20 3:30PM --to-- 4:00PM Let's Make Some Noise: Flag MakingLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Color pride flags in support of our community! | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 20 8:00PM --to-- 9:00PM After Hours Book Discussion GroupLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required This is an evening book discussion group by teleconference. First-time callers, please contact Mail-A-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers and for this month's book selection. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 21 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Whitney Museum Teleconferenced Lecture SeriesLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required 5/24: Current Exhibit, David Wojnarowicz: History Keeps Me Awake at Night | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 21 2:00PM --to-- 4:00PM STARs PerformanceLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required The Senior Theater Acting Repertory will perform an afternoon of theatrical works. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 25 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Local History Chat with OliverLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Oliver Hummel from the Queens Museum and local historian will lead the discussion group today. First-time participants should contact Mail-A-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 25 4:00PM --to-- 4:45PM Paint NightLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Join us to create an inspiring painting! | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 27 2:00PM --to-- 6:00PM Summer Reading: Blast off into a Universe of Stories!Location: Queens Village Registration: Not required Let's get the summer started by joining us at Queens Village Library to register for the Summer Reading program and do a fun activity! | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 27 8:00PM --to-- 9:00PM After Hours: A Short Story Discussion GroupLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Bonnie Sue Pokorny moderates this teleconferenced evening short story discussion group. First-time callers, please contact Mail-a-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers and to receive a copy of the story we will be discussing. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jun 28 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Senior Health ChatLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Join us for a senior health chat with RN Kathy Moran by teleconference. First-time participants, please register at 718-464-0084 to obtain access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 1 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM CrosswordsLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required We solve the puzzle together using your home computer. This Mail-A-Book program is open to all older adults and the homebound. First-time callers, please call 718-464-0084 for access numbers. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jul 2 2:00PM --to-- 3:30PM Bingo!Location: Queens Village Registration: Not required We're playing bingo and you can join in from home. This is a teleconferenced event open to older adults and the homebound. Call 718- 464-0084 for bingo cards, chips, and access numbers. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jul 3 11:00AM --to-- 11:30AM Summer Reading: Toddler Time in Space!Location: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 2-4 and their parents or caregivers are welcome to join us for songs and stories. Space is limited. Registration is required. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jul 3 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM What Are You Reading?Location: Queens Village Registration: Not required Find out what other people are reading and tell them what you're reading now. This is a teleconferenced discussion open to all older adults and the homebound. Call Mail-A-Book at 718-464-0084 to register. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jul 3 11:30AM --to-- 12:00PM Summer Reading: Crayon ArtLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Continue the fun after Story Time with coloring pages and crayons in the Children's Room! Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jul 6 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Local History Chat with OliverLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Oliver Hummel from the Queens Museum leads a discussion about Queens history. First time callers please register with Mail-A-Book at 718-464-0084 to receive access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 9 2:00PM --to-- 2:30PM Summer Reading: Moon ProgramLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 2 to 4 will have fun learning about the moon in this craft workshop. Space and materials are limited. Registration is required. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 9 2:00PM --to-- 3:30PM Movie Discussion Group - The Life and Work of Doris DayLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required We will be discussing the life and work of Doris Day. This is a teleconference discussion group. Please call Mail-A-Book for access numbers at 718-464-0084. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 10 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM You Be The JudgeLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required We discuss real court cases and verdicts at this teleconference program for older adults and the homebound. First-time participants, please call 718-464-0084 for access numbers. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Jul 11 2:00PM --to-- 2:30PM Summer Reading: Star ConstellationsLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children in grades K to 6 can learn about different constellations such as the Big Dipper, Orion, and Taurus, and then make your own constellation to take home. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 11 6:00PM --to-- 6:30PM Summer Reading: Pajama StorytimeLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 18 months to five years are invited to join us for stories, finger plays, and fun! Feel free to dress children in slippers and pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal. Space is limited. Registration is required. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jul 11 8:00PM --to-- 9:00PM After-Hours Discussion GroupLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Local historian Oliver Hummel from the Queens Museum leads this discussion. This is a teleconference event. First-time callers, please contact Mail-a-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 12 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Senior Health ChatLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Join us for a senior health chat with RN Kathy Moran by teleconference. First-time participants, please register at 718-464-0084 to obtain access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 12 2:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Summer Reading: Game DayLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children of all ages are welcome to join game day for some board game fun. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jul 12 3:30PM --to-- 4:00PM Summer Reading: Alien Invasion in a BoxLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Teams of teens compete to create and show off the coolest alien made from the materials in a box of random space junk. Space and materials are limited. Registration is required. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 16 2:00PM --to-- 2:30PM Summer Reading: Starlit Night in a CupLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 2 to 4 can join us to learn about different constellations while improving their fine motor skills. Space and materials are limited. Registration is required. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 16 2:00PM --to-- 3:30PM Geriatric Social Worker: A ChatLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Chat with geriatric social worker and supervisor Esty Moradi, LCSW, OHEL, Family Services. This is a teleconference. First-time participants should contact Mail-a-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 17 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM The Poet in YouLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Share and discuss your poetry. This is a teleconference event. First-time participants, please call 718-464-0084 for access numbers. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jul 18 2:00PM --to-- 2:30PM Summer Reading: Glow in the Dark Lacing ConstellationsLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Explore the night sky! This craft activity allows youth to learn about constellations. This activity is for children in grades K-6. Space and materials are limited. Registration is required. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 18 8:00PM --to-- 9:00PM After-Hours Book Discussion GroupLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required This is an evening book discussion group by teleconference. First-time callers, please contact Mail-A-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers and for this month's book selection. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jul 19 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Chit ChatLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Make friends and chat over the phone at this teleconference. First-time participants should contact Mail-A-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 23 2:00PM --to-- 2:30PM Summer Reading: Star ProgramLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 2 to 4 can learn about the night sky as they make their own telescope. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 23 2:00PM --to-- 3:30PM Empowering Seniors: Financial FitnessLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Financial Fitness with Jenna Gladfelter from Live-On NY. First-time participants, please register at 718-464-0084 to obtain access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 25 2:00PM --to-- 2:30PM Summer Reading: Galaxy BraceletsLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children in grades K-6 can make a space-themed bracelet to keep or to give as a gift. All materials will be provided. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 25 8:00PM --to-- 9:00PM After-Hours: A Short Story Discussion GroupLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Bonnie Sue Pokorny moderates this teleconferenced evening short story discussion group. First-time callers, please contact Mail-A-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers and to receive a copy of the story we will be discussing. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jul 26 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Chit Chat and STARs PerformanceLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Chat and make friends over the phone, and then enjoy scenes from classic plays performed by Senior Theater Acting Repertory. This is a teleconferenced program open to older adults and the homebound. First-time participants should contact Mail-a-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Jul 26 3:30PM --to-- 4:00PM Summer Reading: Galaxy CraftsLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Make out-of-this-world crafts including a galaxy duct tape wallet and Star Wars origami. This program is for teens entering grades 7-12 only. Space and materials are limited. Registration is required. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 30 2:00PM --to-- 2:30PM Summer Reading: Astronaut HelmetLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required This astronaut helmet craft for children ages 2 to 4 encourages pretend play and engages the tactile senses. Create your helmet and take off into space! Space and materials are limited. Registration is required. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 30 2:00PM --to-- 3:30PM Chit ChatLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Make friends and chat over the phone at this teleconference. First-time participants should contact Mail-A-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Jul 31 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM The Intrepid MuseumLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Museum Educator Elise Acevedo leads a discussion about the history of the Intrepid. This is a teleconference. First-time participants, please call Mail-A-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Aug 1 2:00PM --to-- 2:30PM Summer Reading: Force AwakensLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children in grades K to 6 can become Jedi masters and make their own lightsabers. Space and materials are limited. Registration is required. | ||||||||||||||||||
Aug 5 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM CrosswordsLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required We solve the puzzle together using your home computer. This Mail-A-Book program is open to all older adults and the homebound. First-time callers, please call 718-464-0084 for access numbers. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Aug 6 2:00PM --to-- 2:30PM Summer Reading: Blast Off Rocket Frame ProgramLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required In this fun, hands-on activity children will make their own rocket picture frame. This program is for children ages 2 to 4. Space and materials are limited. Registration is required. | ||||||||||||||||||
Aug 8 2:00PM --to-- 2:30PM Summer Reading: Space Rock PaintingLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children in grades K-6 can join us to paint outer space rocks! Space and materials are limited. Registration is required. | ||||||||||||||||||
Aug 13 2:00PM --to-- 2:30PM Summer Reading: Stained Glass Earth SuncatchersLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 2 to 4 can join us for an out-of-this-world project to create stained glass Earth suncatchers! Space and materials are limited. Registration is required. | ||||||||||||||||||
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International Language Collections at the Queens Village Community Library include:
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| Child Care / Preschools | ||
Teaching, Learning, & Caring 212-47 Jamaica Ave Queens Village NY , 11428 phone: (718)740-6750 | Redeemer Nursery School 92-10 217th St. Queens Village NY , 11428 phone: (718) 465-3252 | Reach and Grow 214-09 Jamaica Ave. Queens Village NY , 11428 phone: (718) 468-3860 |
Jen-Lyn’s Day Care 218-14 Jamaica Ave. Queens Village NY , 11428 phone: (718) 465-8475 | Queens Village Day School 219-32 Jamaica Ave. Queens Village NY , 11428 phone: (718) 479-5926 | Kids for the Future 220-24 Jamaica Ave. Queens Village NY , 11428 phone: (718) 776-4200 |
| Community Board | ||
Community Board District # 13 219-41 Jamaica Avenue Queens Village NY , 11428 phone: (718) 464-9700 fax: (718) 464-7333 | ||
| Community Organizations & Services | ||
Queens Village Civic Association P.O. Box 0766 Queens Village NY , 11428 phone: (718) 468-2160 | Queens Village Community Services 80-45 Winchester Blvd. Building 21 Queens Village NY , 11427 phone: (718) 264-3950 | |
| Fire Department | ||
Engine 304, Ladder 162 218-44 97th Ave. Queens Village NY , 11429 | ||
| Local Hospitals | ||
Creedmoor Psychiatric Center 80-45 Winchester Boulevard Queens Village NY , 11427 phone: (718) 264-4000 | ||
| Parks and Playgrounds | ||
Alley Pond Park Winchester Blvd. & Union Turnpike | ||
| Police Department | ||
| Post Office | ||
Queens Village 209-20 Jamaica Queens Village NY , 11428 phone: (800) ASK-USPS | ||
| Private / Parochial Schools | ||
St. Joseph’s Parish (K-8) 217-55 100 Ave. Queens Village NY , 11429 phone: (718) 464-8913 | Our Lady of Lourdes (PreK-8) 92-80 220 St. Queens Village NY , 11428 phone: (718) 464-1480 | Sts. Joachin and Anne (PreK-8) 218-19 105 Ave. Queens Village NY , 11429 phone: (718) 465-2230 |
Bethel Christian Academy (K-5) 215-32 Jamaica Ave. Queens Village NY , 11428 phone: (718) 978-4357 Ext. 322 | Grace Lutheran (K-8) 100-05 Springfield Blvd. Queens Village NY , 11429 phone: (718) 465-1010 | |
| Public Elementary Schools | ||
PS 135 The Bellaire School 207-11 89 Ave. Queens Village NY , 11427 phone: (718) 464-2119 fax: (718) 464-8448 | ||
| Public High Schools | ||
| Public Intermediate / Junior High Schools | ||
| Senior Centers | ||
SNAP of Eastern Queens Senior Center 80-45 Winchester Blvd. Jamaica NY , 11427 phone: (718) 454-2100 | ||
| Elected Officials | |
| NYC Council Hon. Barry Grodenchik BGrodenchik@council.nyc.gov | |
District Office Address 73-03 Bell Boulevard, Suite 1N Oakland Gardens NY , 11364 phone: (718) 468-0137 fax: (718) 468-0178 | Manhattan Office 250 Broadway, Suite 1744 New York NY , 10007 phone: (212) 788-7075 fax: (212) 608-6382 |
| NYS Assembly Hon. Clyde Vanel VanelC@nyassembly.gov | |
District Office 97-01 Springfield Boulevard Queens Village NY, 11429 phone: (718) 479-2333 fax: (718) 464-7128 | Albany Office LOB, Room 548 Albany NY, 12248 phone: (518) 455-4711 fax: (518) 455-3740 |
| 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 |
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History
Queens Village, located in east central Queens, is bordered to the north by Union Turnpike, to the east by the Cross Island Parkway, to the south by Murdock Avenue, and to the west by Francis Lewis Boulevard.
The area was settled by colonists in the 1640’s and became known as Little Plains. It was used as common public land for grazing cattle until the 1700s when a village was first established. The surrounding lands were gradually bought up and established as working farms.
From 1824 to 1834, the village was known as Brushville, named for Thomas Brush who opened a prosperous blacksmith shop as well as a number of other enterprises.
In 1834, the railroad arrived and the first station in Queens was established. Residents voted to change the name of the town from Brushville to Queens. Later, the Long Island Rail Road added “village” to its station’s name and thus the town became known as Queens Village.
1870 brought extensive development when Scott R. Sherwood, a prominent developer bought and subdivided a parcel of land south of the train station and divided it into 700 building lots.
By 1898, the population had grown to about 900. Still, the area remained largely rural. Many of the German descendants of the original farm owners continued to live there. In 1902, Interstate Park was opened, followed by Belmont Park in 1903.
But it wasn’t until the 1920s that Queens Village really began to take off. It was part of an overall housing boom that was spreading east through Queens from New York as people from the city sought the bucolic life.
Post World War II saw the arrival of veterans and their families, blacks and Latin Americans.
Today, many of those homes built in the twenties and thirties still stand. Charming and well maintained Dutch Colonials and Tudors currently house and continue to attract an interestingly diverse population.
Sources:
Books:
The Encyclopedia of New York State. Peter Eisenstadt, Editor in Chief,
Syracuse University Press, 2005.
Home Town Long Island. Staff of Newsday, Newsday Inc. 1999
The Encyclopedia of New York City. Kenneth T. Jackson, Editor, Yale University Press, 1995.
The Story of Queens Village. Vincent F. Seyfried, Centennial Association, 1974.
The Queens Village Library owes its existence to two women, Mrs. William Wood and Miss Anne Doughty. In 1896, they realized the need for a library in the growing town. An appeal to Dr. Charles Henry Miller, a well known painter of the time, and the Shakespeare Club resulted in a traveling library being obtained from New York State.
This library was housed in the Dutch Reformed Church. It proved to be so popular, that the Shakespeare Club raised funds for an independent library which was started in 1899. In 1901, its stock of 427 books were turned over to the Queens Borough Public Library.
In 1904, the library moved to the Kissam Building on Railroad Ave. In 1914, it moved to the Post Office building then on 218th St. In 1925, it moved to the northeast corner of Jamaica Ave. and Vanderveer St.
In 1937 property was purchased between 94th Rd. and 94th Ave on the east side of 217th St. In 1939, Louis J. Bailey, then chief of the Queens Borough Public Library was granted $125,000 to build the library’s first permanent home.
On Sunday June 8, 1952 the new, modern building was dedicated and opened to an enthusiastic public the following day.
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