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Valentine’s Day Places in Queens
We asked Joe DiStefano, author of 111 Places in Queens That You Must Not Miss, to suggest the perfect romantic places in Queens—and, as usual, he chose some of the most unique spots in our borough.
Be sure to visit them with your special someone this Valentine's Day—or whenever ...
Traveling Shoes: Black Migrations
This Black History Month, join us for Traveling Shoes: Black Migrations, a celebration of the ways that black migrations—the movement of black populations across the world—have shaped societies and cultures.
Come to the Library for music, movies, art, and more—and take part in our exciting Passport ...
Valentine’s Day at the Library!
We hope you will celebrate Valentine's Day with us all week at the Library!
We’re hosting a concert with Broadway performers, a hands-on glass painting program, a Healthy Relationships Fair for teens, a scavenger hunt, crafts activities for kids, and more.
Make something for that special someone and show them ...
Celebrate National Library Lovers' Month!
February is National Library Lovers' Month, so here's a chance to let everyone know how much you love your library: submit a photo to the Share Your Love For Queens Library Photo Contest!
Take creative pictures that show your love for the library—at a library program, with your friends at the ...
Celebrate the Lunar New Year!
Xin Nian Kuai Le! Join us as we celebrate the Lunar New Year at Queens Library!
The Lunar New Year is a centuries-old tradition in China and several other Asian countries, and it is a time to honor deities and ancestors, as well as make way for good fortune in the upcoming year.
At Queens Library, you can attend ...
Free Tax Help at Queens Library!
It’s that time of year again!
If you need help figuring out and filing your tax return, come to Queens Library for free tax-preparation assistance if you are a low-income older adult, or earn $66,000 or less a year.
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance and Urban Upbound are ...
Langston Hughes Library's 50th Anniversary!
This year, the Langston Hughes Community Library and Cultural Center and its Black Heritage Reference Center will be celebrating their 50th anniversary—an important milestone for Queens Library and our borough!
Langston Hughes Library was founded in 1969 through community activism by the Library Action Committee (LAC) of ...
Free English Classes!
Are you a new American who wants to learn English or improve your English language skills?
You can learn English at Queens Library for FREE!
Join a supportive community of students and teaching professionals at our community libraries. Classes are available at Beginner and Intermediate levels.
To register, ...
Queens Library Magazine
The new issue of Queens Library Magazine is out now!
Queens 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 ...
What We Bring: Immigrant Art On View at Central Library
Join us for a new art exhibit at Central Library in Jamaica from January 7 to March 2 that honors the artistic talents and cultural contributions of new immigrants.
What We Bring: New Immigrant Gifts adds to the national dialogue on immigration. Focusing on the cultural contributions of immigrants who came to the U.S. in the ...
 Feb 19 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Dealing with Hearing LossLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required This is a teleconferenced program on hearing loss with audiologist Emily Esca. First-time participants should contact Mail-a-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Feb 19 2:30PM --to-- 5:30PM Homework HelpLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Elementary children and caretakers are welcome to stop by Queens Village Library for homework help. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Feb 19 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Paint NightLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 6 to 12 are welcome to try their hand at painting. | ||||||||||||||||||
 Feb 20 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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 Feb 20 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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Feb 20 11:30AM --to-- 12:00PM Toddler CraftLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 2-4 and their parents/caregivers are welcome to make a toddler craft. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Feb 20 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Book Discussion Group: "If Beale Street Could Talk" by James BaldwinLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required We will discuss "If Beale Street Could Talk" by James Baldwin. | ||||||||||||||||||
Feb 20 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. | ||||||||||||||||||
 Feb 21 3:30PM --to-- 5:00PM Kids' Movie: The Princess and the FrogLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required This month's selection is "The Princess and the Frog." (2009, G) | ||||||||||||||||||
Feb 21 5:30PM --to-- 7:30PM 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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Feb 21 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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Feb 22 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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Feb 22 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM 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! | ||||||||||||||||||
 Feb 22 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. | ||||||||||||||||||
Feb 25 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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Feb 25 1:30PM --to-- 2:30PM Knit and Crochet ClubLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Bring your supplies and make new friends at this crafts group for adults! | ||||||||||||||||||
Feb 26 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. | ||||||||||||||||||
Feb 27 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM Traveling Shoes: African American HistoryLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required In observance of African American History Month, we will be discussing black women who have made a special mark on their communities and the world. This is a teleconference event. First-time callers, please contact Mail-a-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Feb 27 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Lego TimeLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 5 to 12 are welcome to have fun working together with Legos. | ||||||||||||||||||
Feb 28 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Snowy CraftLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 6 to 12 are welcome to make a snow-themed craft. | ||||||||||||||||||
 Feb 28 6:30PM --to-- 7:45PM Traveling Shoes: Black Migration -- The Caravan's Journey | ||||||||||||||||||
Feb 28 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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Mar 1 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM 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. 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 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM 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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Mar 1 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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Mar 4 1:30PM --to-- 2:30PM 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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 Mar 4 3:30PM --to-- 4:15PM STEM: Binary Code and Binary BraceletsLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 6 to 12 are welcome to learn the uses of binary code, like speaking to spacecrafts and making a binary bracelet. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 4 5:30PM --to-- 7:30PM 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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Mar 5 1:30PM --to-- 2:15PM Toy TimeLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Come play with us! Play with toys and socialize with other toddlers and their guardians! This is a fun time for ages 2-4 years with a parent or guardian. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Mar 5 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Paper Face MashupLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Use cutouts of celebrity faces to morph or create a new person. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 6 10:30AM --to-- 11:30AM Drop-In Mobile Device HelpLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Drop in to get one-on-one help with your phone, tablet, eBook reader, or other mobile device. 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 11:00AM --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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Mar 6 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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Mar 6 11:30AM --to-- 12:00PM Toddler CraftLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 2-4 and their parents/caregivers are welcome to make a toddler craft. 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 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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Mar 8 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Memories and Stories: Spring FlowersLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Judy Kamilhor leads this virtual discussion group, Memories and Stories. The topic is spring flowers. First-time participants please call Mail-a-Book for access numbers at 718-464-0084. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 11 4:00PM --to-- 4:45PM Nutrition Workshop for ChildrenLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required School-age kids will explore nutrition and its effect on the human body, as well as how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Mar 12 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM Introduction 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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Mar 12 2:00PM --to-- 3:30PM "Pretty Woman" - Movie DiscussionLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Join our movie discussion group for "Pretty Woman" (1990, R). This is a teleconferenced program. First-time callers please contact Mail-a-Book for access numbers at 718-464-0084. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 12 3:30PM --to-- 4:00PM St. Patrick's Day CraftLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 6-12 can create a craft for St. Patrick's Day. Supplies are limited. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 13 10:00AM --to-- 11:00AM Virtual Health ChatLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required RN Kathy Moran leads this health chat, a live-streamed event for registered senior centers. Call 718-464-0084 for more information. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 13 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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Mar 13 3:00PM --to-- 4:45PM Movie AfternoonLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required This month's selection is "Searching" (2018, PG-13). | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 13 3:30PM --to-- 4:15PM Lego TimeLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 5 to 12 are welcome to have fun working together with Legos. 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 11:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Movie Discussion Group - Teleconference EventLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required This is a teleconference discussion group. Please call Mail-A-Book for access numbers 718-464-0084. We be discussing popular and classic movies, such as "Pretty Woman," "Unbroken," and "Casablanca." 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 5:00PM --to-- 6:00PM Graphic Novel Book Club: "The Witch Boy" and "The Hidden Witch" by Molly Knox OstertagLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Join us to discuss the graphic novels "The Witch Boy" and "The Hidden Witch" by Molly Knox Ostertag. Copies are available to check out in the library. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 14 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. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Mar 15 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM New York Connects: Resources for Persons with DisabilitiesLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required NY Connects offers free information about services, resources, and support for people of all ages with any type of disability. This is a teleconferenced program. First time callers please register with Mail-A-Book to receive access numbers by calling 718-464-0084. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 16 3:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Mental Health 101Location: Queens Village Registration: Not required In this workshop, Dr. Menoka Pasha will discuss the depths of our mental health and how to enhance it to live a healthy life. You will learn about what mental health is, good mental health vs. mental illness and how to get help if you're dealing with poor mental health. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 19 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Make a Refrigerator MagnetLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Use art supplies to design and create your own refrigerator magnet. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 20 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Book Discussion Group: "When Breath Becomes Air" by Paul KalanithiLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required We will discuss "When Breath Becomes Air" by Paul Kalanithi. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 22 10:30AM --to-- 11:30AM SNAP FactsLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Kim Lerner, LMSW (Program Director, Benefits Outreach Program with LiveOn NY) will have a two-part discussion about updated SNAP (food assistance) requirements and other benefits, such as the Medicare Savings Program, Medicaid, HEAP, and property tax credits. Join this very important discussion for information that can be of assistance to you or someone you know. This is a teleconference event. Call 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 23 3:00PM --to-- 3:30PM Inspiring Women in Science: My Next Great Big Invention!Location: Queens Village Registration: Not required Kids are invited to imagine what their next big invention will be. From concept idea to design and from design to model, let the imagination take flight for these future scientists! | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 26 3:30PM --to-- 4:15PM Spring CraftLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 5-12 may join us for a fun spring craft! | ||||||||||||||||||
Mar 27 11:00AM --to-- 1:00PM Bingo!Location: Queens Village Registration: Not required We're playing bingo and you can join in from home. This is a teleconferenced event is 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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Apr 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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Apr 2 3:30PM --to-- 4:00PM April Fool's ActivityLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 6-12 may join us for an April Fool's activity! | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 8 3:30PM --to-- 4:00PM STEM: Penny SpinnersLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 6-12 may join us to complete this STEM challenge! | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 9 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Make a Pencil HolderLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Make and personalize your own pencil holder. | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 10 11:30AM --to-- 12:30PM Diabetes DayLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Do you have questions about diabetes management or prevention? Nutrition, foot care, understanding the numbers...it can seem overwhelming! Meet one-on-one with students and faculty from St. John's University to answer your questions about diabetes. Come join us! All are welcome! | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 10 3:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Movie AfternoonLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required This month's selection is "Tomb Raider" (2018, PG-13). | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 12 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. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Apr 16 11:00AM --to-- 12:30PM Internet Basics for BeginnersLocation: Queens Village Registration: Registration is not yet open for this program. Please check back closer to the program date. Learn the basics of accessing & navigating the Internet. Participants should have basic knowledge of how to use a computer, keyboard, and mouse. Preregistration and a valid Queens Library card are required. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Apr 16 2:00PM --to-- 3:30PM Memories and StoriesLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Judy Kamilhor leads this virtual discussion group, Memories and Stories. First-time participants please call Mail-a-Book for access numbers at 718-464-0084. | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 16 3:30PM --to-- 4:00PM Easter Egg CraftLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 6-12 may join us to make an Easter egg collage. | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 17 10:00AM --to-- 11:00AM Music for the SoulLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Armed with just a guitar and voice, Sean Condron's energetic and humor-filled performances have delighted audiences the world over. This program is virtual only. Please call Older Adult Services at 718-464-0084 for information about how to watch this program on your PC. | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 17 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Book Discussion Group: "The Alice Network" by Kate QuinnLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required We will discuss "The Alice Network" by Kate Quinn. | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 19 10:00AM --to-- 12:00PM New York HistoryLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required In this teleconferenced discussion, Karen Quinones from Patriot Tours gives a "talking tour" about the history of New York. First-time participants should contact Mail-a-Book at 718-464-0084 for access numbers. | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 22 3:30PM --to-- 4:15PM Earth Day CraftLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 6-12 may join us for a craft to celebrate Earth Day! | ||||||||||||||||||
 Apr 23 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Build a Straw BridgeLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Build bridges out of drinking straws; learn some engineering and have fun at the same time. | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 25 1:00PM --to-- 2:00PM Make Your Own ButtonLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Create and build your own button. | ||||||||||||||||||
Apr 30 3:30PM --to-- 4:15PM STEM: Chromatography ButterfliesLocation: Queens Village Registration: Not required Children ages 6-12 may join us to do this STEM Challenge. | ||||||||||||||||||
May 9 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. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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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 |
| 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 | |
| Mayor Hon. Bill de Blasio | |
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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