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Now is a Great Time to Support the Queens Library!
Spring is an exciting time of growth and renewal—and a great time to give to the Queens Library Foundation!
The thousands of programs we offer are made possible by the generous support of donors like you.
Your gift today means we can continue to meet the needs of our diverse community.
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Public Budget Hearing April 19
Queens Library is preparing its operating budget for Fiscal Year 2019. The public is invited to find out what the Library’s funding priorities are and to provide input to the Library.
The Library’s public budget hearing will take place on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at 6 p.m. at Queens Central Library, ...
One Book, One New York: Cast Your Vote!
Imagine all New Yorkers reading and talking about the same book at the same time!
The NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and New York Magazine have announced the return of One Book, One New York, the exciting city-wide initiative that brings book-loving New Yorkers together to read the same book at the same ...
Celebrate Earth Day at Queens Library!
April 22 is Earth Day, and we're marking the occasion with crafts, celebrations, movies, a time capsule, and more!
Join us for our special programs before and after Earth Day and help us raise awareness about protecting the planet we all call home (and have a lot of fun at the same ...
Celebrate National Poetry Month At The Library
April is National Poetry Month and we’ve got something planned for the poet in everyone.
We’ve gathered our list of recommendations from our collections, including books by poets and films about poets.
We also invite you to come to our poetry open mics and poetry slams, join in poetry writing events at your ...
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 ...
Young Adult Literacy Program: Pre-Register Now!
Are you interested in getting your High School Equivalency, but not sure where to start?
The Young Adult Literacy Program (YALP) is here to help!
This program is open to students ages 16–24, and offers four days of classes per week, as well as one day of service learning and job shadowing to help build your ...
 Apr 19 4:30PM --to-- 5:30PM Current Affairs for AllLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required A discussion of what is going on around the world today. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Apr 20 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Teen Coding with MatpreneurLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required Youth will learn how to do computer coding and how to create websites. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Apr 21 11:00AM --to-- 12:00PM Earth Day CraftLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required Arts & crafts to celebrate Earth Day. |
 Apr 21 2:00PM --to-- 4:00PM Chess with Mr. FariadLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required Mr. Fariad invites all chess lovers to join him to have fun games. All are welcome: beginners, intermediates, and advance players. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Apr 23 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Teens Speak FreelyLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required Teens can speak freely on current affairs. | ||||||||||||
Apr 24 4:00PM --to-- 5:15PM Chess For AllLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required This chess program welcomes all who are interested in the game. For advanced players, beginners and in between. | ||||||||||||
 Apr 25 10:30AM --to-- 11:30AM Picture BookLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required Children in preschool or younger can attend with their parents or caregivers to enjoy picture book reading interlaced with music, dancing, clapping, and finger plays. The program ends with an age appropriate arts and crafts. | ||||||||||||
Apr 27 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM "Music Bubble and Comedy Show"Location: Rosedale Registration: Not required The Sensory-Friendly Music, Bubble, and Comedy Show is a “turtle-riffic” musical experience that is designed to engage children through song, movement, stories, projections, and interactive music technology! | ||||||||||||
Apr 27 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Stories All DayLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required In celebration of "Tell A Story Day" (Story Telling Month) children will listen to stories from around the world. | ||||||||||||
 Apr 28 2:00PM --to-- 4:00PM Family MoviesLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required Families enjoy feature movies in a simulated theatre atmosphere. Bring your own snacks. | ||||||||||||
Apr 30 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM National Honesty DayLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required A discussion on the importance of honesty, followed by a short documentary. | ||||||||||||
 May 7 6:00PM --to-- 7:00PM Chair Yoga with Miriam | ||||||||||||
May 11 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Paint workshop for children ages 8 to 12Location: Rosedale Registration: Registration is not yet open for this program. Please check back closer to the program date. Children will turn their blank canvas into beautiful masterpieces. Pretty in Paint artist will guide participants with basic techniques to get their creative juices flowing. They just might find a hidden talent and aspire to be the next Picasso! If interested, pre-register ASAP because space is limited. | ||||||||||||
 May 14 6:15PM --to-- 7:30PM Jazz Plus Presents Sounds of Motown | ||||||||||||
May 16 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM A Balloon Show with Nick The BalloonaticLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required In this fun-filled balloon show, Nick The Balloonatic will interact with children as he sculpts balloons, laughs, and jokes, making everyone feel special. Crazy hats, animals, and your favorite characters will be raffled off for children to take home. | ||||||||||||
Jun 2 2:00PM --to-- 4:00PM Beginning or Advanced Crochet InstructionsLocation: Rosedale Registration: Registration is not yet open for this program. Please check back closer to the program date. Bring in instructions for, or an idea of a crocheted fashion such as a hat, scarf or vest that you want to make, and Ioni will help you through your design. Participants must bring in the following supplies: a crochet hook sized G or H and two skeins of 4-ply yarn of any color. Participants are also encouraged to attend all sessions. Preregistration is required. Call the library or sign up online. 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 6:00PM --to-- 7:00PM Laughter at the Library | ||||||||||||
 Jun 7 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Summer Reading Poetry Time with Charles WatersLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required Charles Waters leads children ages 6-12 in an appreciation of the sound of poetry. Participants will snap their fingers and clap their hands to the rhythm of poems read aloud, and will echo words in a call-and-response pattern. | ||||||||||||
Jun 15 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Queens Library Rocks! with Mr. Chris's Musical ExperienceLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required Children will engage in a high energy and interactive show with Mr. Chris featuring music, song, and dance with an educational twist. Come kick off Summer Reading and pick out great books to read over the summer. For children 6-12. Space is limited. | ||||||||||||
Jun 28 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM STEAM Cooking with TeensLocation: Rosedale Registration: Not required Join Allergic to Salad to explore new and exciting healthy foods and cultures. In this hands-on workshop, teens will learn cooking skills and prepare a healthy snack. |
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International Language Collections at the Rosedale Community Library include:
Special Interest/Noteworthy Collections at the Rosedale Community Library include:
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| Child Care / Preschools | ||
Rosa’s Toddler & Family Day Care 259-10 147th Avenue Rosedale NY , 11422 phone: (718) 525-9534 | Rosedale Child Development Center 241-08 140th Avenue Rosedale NY , 11422 phone: (718) 978-3996 | Throop Memorial Day Care 140-17 243rd Street Rosedale NY , 11422 phone: (718) 528-0936 |
| Community Board | ||
| Community Organizations & Services | ||
American Legion Post 483 240-02 135th Avenue Rosedale NY , 11422 | Rosedale Civic Association P.O. BOX 220-116 Rosedale NY , 11422-0116 | Rosedale Civilian Patrol |
Rosedale Sports Association 138-10 Brookville Boulevard Rosedale NY , 11422 phone: (718) 527-5302 | Rosedale Soccer Club P.O. BOX 0158 Rosedale NY , 11422 | |
| Local Hospitals | ||
Springfield Gardens (Community Medical Center) 134-64 Springfield Boulevard Springfield Gardens NY , 11413 phone: (718) 883-6800 fax: (718) 883-6820 | ||
| Local Newspapers | ||
| Parks and Playgrounds | ||
Brookvill Park 149 Ave, 235 St., Brookville Blvd, South Conduit | IDLEWILD Park Rockaway Blvd., Springfield Blvd., 149 Avenue | Springfield Park 149 Ave., Springfield Blvd., 145 Road, 148 St. |
PS 195 Playground (Hook Creek) 149 Road, Weller Lane, 149 Avenue, 253 Street | ||
| Police Department | ||
| Post Office | ||
Rosedale Station 145-06 243rd Street Rosedale NY , 11422 phone: (718)528-4358 | ||
| Private / Parochial Schools | ||
Christ Lutheran School (K-8) 248-01 Francis Lewis Boulevard Rosedale NY , 11422 phone: (718) 525-6884 | St Clare’s Roman Catholic School (Pre K-8) 137-25 Brookville Boulevard Rosedale NY , 11422 phone: (718) 528-7174 | St Pius X - Roman Catholic School (Pre K- 8) 147-65 249TH Street Rosedale NY , 11422 phone: (718) 525-7171 |
| Public Elementary Schools | ||
P.S. 38 Rosedale School (K-6) 135-21 241 Street Rosedale NY , 11422 phone: (718) 528-2276 fax: (718) 712-1598 | P.S. 181 Brookfield School (K-6) 148 Avenue & 230 Street Springfield Garden NY , 11413 phone: (718) 528-5807 fax: (718) 723-7825 | P.S. 138 Sunrise School (K-6) 251-11 Weller Avenue Rosedale NY , 11422 phone: (718) 528-9053 fax: (718) 528-9053 |
P.S. 251 144-51 Arthur St. Springfield Gardens NY , 11413 phone: (718) 276-2745 fax: (718) 723-7822 | ||
| Public Intermediate / Junior High Schools | ||
I.S. 231 Magnetech 2000 145-00 Springfield Boulevard Laurelton NY , 11413 | ||
| Senior Centers | ||
Rosedale Senior Citizens Club, Inc. Brookville Boulevard and 135th Avenue phone: (718) 525-8899 | ||
| Elected Officials | |
| NYC Council Hon. Donovan Richards DRichards@council.nyc.gov | |
District Office Address 1931 Mott Avenue, Suite 410 Far Rockaway NY , 11691 phone: (718) 471-7014 fax: (718) 327-4794 | Legislative Office Address 250 Broadway, Suite 1731 New York NY, 10007 phone: (212) 788-7216 fax: (212) 227-1210 |
| NYS Assembly Hon. Michele R. Titus TitusM@nyassembly.gov | |
District Office 19-31 Mott Avenue, Room 301 Far Rockaway NY, 11691 phone: (718) 327-1845 fax: (718) 327-1878 | Albany Office LOB, Room 522 Albany NY, 12248 phone: (518) 455-5668 fax: (518) 455-3892 |
| NYS Senate Hon. James Sanders, Jr. Sanders@nysenate.gov | |
District Office Address 142-01 Rockaway Boulevard South Ozone Park NY , 11436 phone: (718) 523-3069 fax: (718) 523-3670 | Albany Office Room 508, Legislative Office Building Albany NY , 12247 phone: 518-455-3531 fax: 518-426-0529 |
| 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
The Rosedale community was established in 1888 and named Foster’s Meadow. In 1894, the area was divided into building lots and the present name was established. In 1919, the Women’s Club asked the library for service. A collection staffed by volunteers was begun and by November a station was established. In 1920, rent-free quarters were found for the library. The Branch was relocated a number of times over the years. In May 1962 the Rosedale Public Library was opened in the rented building that it presently occupies. This was overseen by the Board of Trustees with Cornelius B. Hermann as president and Chief Librarian Harold W. Tucker.
Friends Group
Hours & Locations
144-20 243 Street
Rosedale, NY 11422
(718) 528 8490 
| Mon | 12:00 PM | - | 8:00 PM |
| Tue | 1:00 PM | - | 6:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM | - | 6:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM | - | 8:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM | - | 6:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM | - | 5:00 PM |
| Sun | Closed | ||
