RE: HURRICANE SANDY and COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE

Queens Library knows that you depend on us for computer access, homework help and so many other programs and resources that will assist in the clean-up and recovery following Hurricane Sandy.  Staff are working around the clock to open all libraries as quickly as possible.

Most libraries are open on their normal schedules. Please see the list below.  Several libraries have minor damage and/or power outages. They will re-open as soon as power is restored and the buildings have been deemed safe. Four libraries in low-lying areas of Queens (Arverne, Broad Channel, Peninsula and Seaside) have been damaged severely. They will remain closed, temporarily, while extensive repairs are made. It is likely to take several months. The Book Bus is already operating in front of Queens Library at Peninsula. We are currently looking for other locations throughout the area from which to provide services while those libraries are restored.

Queens Library joins the community in supporting our neighbors who have lost so much.

Click here for information on food, water, blanket distribution.
Click here for information on FEMA grants.
Click here for information on schools in the affected areas.
Click here for information on how to volunteer at Queens Library.
Click here for information on how to donate to Queens Library.

Thomas W. Galante, President & CEO, Queens Library

QUEENS LIBRARIES OPEN DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS

QUEENS LIBRARY EXPECTED TO OPEN SHORTLY

• Far Rockaway Teen Center

QUEENS LIBRARIES CLOSED FOR EXTENSIVE REPAIRS OF STORM DAMAGE