HOURS & LOCATIONS

89-11 Merrick Boulevard
Jamaica, NY 11432
(718) 990-0700

Mon  9-9   Fri  9-9
Tue  9-9   Sat  10-5:30
Wed  9-9   Sun  12-5
Thu 9-9  

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NAP Programs

Coping Skills:

Free lectures and workshops in the most widely spoken immigrant languages of Queens on topics essential to new immigrants' acculturation, such as citizenship and job training information, advice on helping children learn, and information on available social services.

Cultural Programs:

Free readings, concerts and workshops celebrating the literary, performing and folk arts of immigrants from Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean.

NAP Program Schedule

 

Microsoft Excel 2007 for Spanish Speakers    [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk on February 2 starting at 10 AM: 2/9-Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007; 2/16-Calculations and Worksheets; 2/23-Workbooks and Layout. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
02/09/10 10:00AM   Far Rockaway
Mexican Consulate on Wheels   [Add to My Events] The Mexican Consulate on Wheels will be available to help people with their passports or consular IDs. No appointments are necessary. For more information, please call 212-217-6479 or 212-217-6447.
02/09/10 1:00PM   Elmhurst
Managing Your Money: How to Make the Most of Your Hard-Earned Dollars (in Spanish)    [Add to My Events] In this workshop for Spanish speakers, the audience will learn about credit, managing debt, smart budgeting, banking and savings, and how the Office of Financial Empowerment can help them.
02/09/10 6:00PM   Jackson Heights
Mexican Consulate on Wheels   [Add to My Events] The Mexican Consulate on Wheels will be available to help people with their passports or consular IDs. No appointments are necessary. For more information, please call 212-217-6479 or 212-217-6447.
02/10/10 10:00AM   Elmhurst
Planning for a Successful Business (In Spanish)   [Add to My Events] Are you ready to turn your idea into a valuable business? Ready to be your own boss? Do you have a hobby that you want to change into a primary source of income? This workshop in Spanish will walk you through the process of how to prepare yourself to start a business. Attendees are encouraged to register in advance at http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=197145 or by calling 718-263-0546.
02/10/10 6:00PM   Jackson Heights
Mexican Consulate on Wheels   [Add to My Events] The Mexican Consulate on Wheels will be available to help people with their passports or consular IDs. No appointments are necessary. For more information, please call 212-217-6479 or 212-217-6447.
02/11/10 10:00AM   Elmhurst
Computer Classes for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish. Preregistration in person at the Cyber Center Reference Desk starting 2/4 at 9 AM. 2/11-Intro to Computers; 2/18-Navigating the Internet; 2/25-Creating Your Own E-Mail Account. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
02/11/10 6:30PM   Central Library
Mexican Consulate on Wheels   [Add to My Events] The Mexican Consulate on Wheels will be available to help people with their passports or consular IDs. No appointments are necessary. For more information, please call 212-217-6479 or 212-217-6447.
02/12/10 10:00AM   Elmhurst
Traditional Korean Bookmaking with Seongmin Ahn (Program in Korean)   [Add to My Events] Traditional Korean Bookmaking with Seongmin Ahn. In this workshop in Korean, students will learn the techniques of traditional Korean bookmaking and investigate the idea of a book as an object to build a unique visual journal. Four sessions at Queens Library: Sat, Feb. 13/20/27 and March 6th, followed by four at Queens Museum of Art: Sat, March 13, 20, 27 and April 4th.
02/13/10 2:00PM   Woodside
Pathway to U.S. Citizenship: Becoming a U.S. Citizen & Building Your Civic Knowledge    [Add to My Events] Sessions are in English, including an information workshop and basic civics education. 2/6-Part 1: Are you ready to be a U.S. citizen?/Introduction to American history; 2/13-Part 2: What documents do you need to Present?/Introduction to American government & politics; 2/20-Part 3: What are common barriers to naturalization?/American culture & geography; 2/27-Part 4: Naturalization interview & beyond/review of 100 questions.
02/13/10 2:30PM   Jackson Heights
Microsoft Word 2007 for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk on February 6 starting at 10 AM: 2/13-Introduction to Microsoft Word 2007; 2/20-Creating and Saving Documents; 2/27-Working with Tables and Printing. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
02/13/10 2:30PM   Langston Hughes
Microsoft Excel 2007 for Spanish Speakers    [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk on February 2 starting at 10 AM: 2/9-Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007; 2/16-Calculations and Worksheets; 2/23-Workbooks and Layout. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
02/16/10 10:00AM   Far Rockaway
Keeping Your Body and Mind Healthy with Sound Nutrition and Stress Relaxation Exercises (in Russian)   [Add to My Events] In this workshop for Russian speakers, the audience will learn about the basics of healthy nutrition; how stress affects their health; and how to cope with stress. Program takes place at the Self-Help Flushing Independent Living Facility, 137-47 45 Ave., Flushing.
02/16/10 3:30PM   Flushing
Computer Classes for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish. Preregistration in person at the Cyber Center Reference Desk starting 2/4 at 9 AM. 2/11-Intro to Computers; 2/18-Navigating the Internet; 2/25-Creating Your Own E-Mail Account. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
02/18/10 6:30PM   Central Library
Russian Festival 2010: A Celebration of Russian Culture   [Add to My Events] Russian Festival 2010. Please join us for a celebration of Russian culture with wonderful crafts*, the talented classical pianist Maxim Anikushin and a grand finale featuring a cornucopia of Russian music, song and dance with the Barynya Ensemble! *Craft supplies are limited. Strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.
02/20/10 12:00PM   Flushing
Russian Festival 2010: A Celebration of Russian Culture   [Add to My Events] Russian Festival 2010. Please join us for a celebration of Russian culture with wonderful crafts*, the talented classical pianist Maxim Anikushin and a grand finale featuring a cornucopia of Russian music, song and dance with the Barynya Ensemble! *Craft supplies are limited. Strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.
02/20/10 1:30PM   Flushing
Traditional Korean Bookmaking with Seongmin Ahn (Program in Korean)   [Add to My Events] Traditional Korean Bookmaking with Seongmin Ahn. In this workshop in Korean, students will learn the techniques of traditional Korean bookmaking and investigate the idea of a book as an object to build a unique visual journal. Four sessions at Queens Library: Sat, Feb. 13/20/27 and March 6th, followed by four at Queens Museum of Art: Sat, March 13, 20, 27 and April 4th.
02/20/10 2:00PM   Woodside
Pathway to U.S. Citizenship: Becoming a U.S. Citizen & Building Your Civic Knowledge    [Add to My Events] Sessions are in English, including an information workshop and basic civics education. 2/6-Part 1: Are you ready to be a U.S. citizen?/Introduction to American history; 2/13-Part 2: What documents do you need to Present?/Introduction to American government & politics; 2/20-Part 3: What are common barriers to naturalization?/American culture & geography; 2/27-Part 4: Naturalization interview & beyond/review of 100 questions.
02/20/10 2:30PM   Jackson Heights
Microsoft Word 2007 for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk on February 6 starting at 10 AM: 2/13-Introduction to Microsoft Word 2007; 2/20-Creating and Saving Documents; 2/27-Working with Tables and Printing. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
02/20/10 2:30PM   Langston Hughes
Russian Festival 2010: A Celebration of Russian Culture   [Add to My Events] Russian Festival 2010. Please join us for a celebration of Russian culture with wonderful crafts*, the talented classical pianist Maxim Anikushin and a grand finale featuring a cornucopia of Russian music, song and dance with the Barynya Ensemble! *Craft supplies are limited. Strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.
02/20/10 3:00PM   Flushing
Get the Job! Resumes and Interview Skills that Work (in Mandarin Chinese)   [Add to My Events] In this workshop, Chinese speakers will learn about job trends in New York City, writing an effective resume, and useful interview skills to help them get a job.
02/22/10 6:00PM   Flushing
Microsoft Excel 2007 for Spanish Speakers    [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk on February 2 starting at 10 AM: 2/9-Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007; 2/16-Calculations and Worksheets; 2/23-Workbooks and Layout. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
02/23/10 10:00AM   Far Rockaway
More Value for your Money! (in Spanish)   [Add to My Events] This presentation in Spanish will help Hispanic women to get more value for their money. Attendees will learn how to put together a practical budget, and how to save time and money when doing laundry and buying groceries. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
02/24/10 6:00PM   Flushing
Know Your Body: How to Keep Your Digestion Healthy (in Russian)   [Add to My Events] In this workshop for Russian speakers, attendees will learn about the causes of heartburn (esophageal reflux); colon disease and methods of prevention; who should be screened and when; and why screening is important.
02/25/10 5:00PM   Rego Park
Computer Classes for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish. Preregistration in person at the Cyber Center Reference Desk starting 2/4 at 9 AM. 2/11-Intro to Computers; 2/18-Navigating the Internet; 2/25-Creating Your Own E-Mail Account. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
02/25/10 6:30PM   Central Library
Lunar New Year Festival: Join Us in Celebrating the Year of the Tiger with Chinese and Korean Music   [Add to My Events] Lunar New Year Celebration with Chinese and Korean Music, Dance, Arts, and Food! *Korean Food Preparation: Learn How to Prepare Bibimbap; **Flower Arranging with Anna Kao; Korean Singer Soh Young will perform a variety of songs from Asia; “Face-Changing” with the Hung Fing Kwoon Group. *Participants in this workshop are welcome to sample the food prepared. Queens Library is not responsible for any allergic reactions or illnesses.**On a first come, first served basis, materials are limited.
02/27/10 10:00AM   Flushing
Lunar New Year Festival: Join Us in Celebrating the Year of the Tiger with Chinese and Korean Music   [Add to My Events] Lunar New Year Celebration with Chinese and Korean Music, Dance, Arts, and Food! *Korean Food Preparation: Learn How to Prepare Bibimbap; **Flower Arranging with Anna Kao; Korean Singer Soh Young will perform a variety of songs from Asia; “Face-Changing” with the Hung Fing Kwoon Group. *Participants in this workshop are welcome to sample the food prepared. Queens Library is not responsible for any allergic reactions or illnesses.**On a first come, first served basis, materials are limited.
02/27/10 11:30AM   Flushing
Enrich Your Life by Exploring the World of Art with Croatian Artist Tamar Hirschl   [Add to My Events] Tamar Hirschl is a Croatian Israeli American artist. Her work addresses environmental issues and advocates an ideology of “ecological balance” between nature and culture. Feb 27 & March 6 at Queens Library at Broadway and March 13 & 20 at Queens Museum of Art.
02/27/10 1:00PM   Broadway
Lunar New Year Festival: Join Us in Celebrating the Year of the Tiger with Chinese and Korean Music   [Add to My Events] Lunar New Year Celebration with Chinese and Korean Music, Dance, Arts, and Food! *Korean Food Preparation: Learn How to Prepare Bibimbap; **Flower Arranging with Anna Kao; Korean Singer Soh Young will perform a variety of songs from Asia; “Face-Changing” with the Hung Fing Kwoon Group. *Participants in this workshop are welcome to sample the food prepared. Queens Library is not responsible for any allergic reactions or illnesses.**On a first come, first served basis, materials are limited.
02/27/10 1:30PM   Flushing
Traditional Korean Bookmaking with Seongmin Ahn (Program in Korean)   [Add to My Events] Traditional Korean Bookmaking with Seongmin Ahn. In this workshop in Korean, students will learn the techniques of traditional Korean bookmaking and investigate the idea of a book as an object to build a unique visual journal. Four sessions at Queens Library: Sat, Feb. 13/20/27 and March 6th, followed by four at Queens Museum of Art: Sat, March 13, 20, 27 and April 4th.
02/27/10 2:00PM   Woodside
Pathway to U.S. Citizenship: Becoming a U.S. Citizen & Building Your Civic Knowledge    [Add to My Events] Sessions are in English, including an information workshop and basic civics education. 2/6-Part 1: Are you ready to be a U.S. citizen?/Introduction to American history; 2/13-Part 2: What documents do you need to Present?/Introduction to American government & politics; 2/20-Part 3: What are common barriers to naturalization?/American culture & geography; 2/27-Part 4: Naturalization interview & beyond/review of 100 questions.
02/27/10 2:30PM   Jackson Heights
Microsoft Word 2007 for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk on February 6 starting at 10 AM: 2/13-Introduction to Microsoft Word 2007; 2/20-Creating and Saving Documents; 2/27-Working with Tables and Printing. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
02/27/10 2:30PM   Langston Hughes
Lunar New Year Festival: Join Us in Celebrating the Year of the Tiger with Chinese and Korean Music   [Add to My Events] Lunar New Year Celebration with Chinese and Korean Music, Dance, Arts, and Food! *Korean Food Preparation: Learn How to Prepare Bibimbap; **Flower Arranging with Anna Kao; Korean Singer Soh Young will perform a variety of songs from Asia; “Face-Changing” with the Hung Fing Kwoon Group. *Participants in this workshop are welcome to sample the food prepared. Queens Library is not responsible for any allergic reactions or illnesses.**On a first come, first served basis, materials are limited.
02/27/10 3:00PM   Flushing
Understanding Memory Loss (in Mandarin Chinese)   [Add to My Events] In this workshop conducted in Mandarin Chinese, attendees will find out what Alzheimer's disease is; why early diagnosis is important; what the stages of this disease are; and how the Alzheimer's Association can help them.
03/02/10 6:00PM   Flushing
It’s In Your Hands – The Importance of Census Participation (in Mandarin Chinese)   [Add to My Events] What do you need to know about Census 2010? Why is your participation in the Census so important? Come to this informative program to learn what you can do in your own community to make sure everyone is counted.
03/04/10 6:00PM   Flushing
Enrich Your Life by Exploring the World of Art with Croatian Artist Tamar Hirschl   [Add to My Events] Tamar Hirschl is a Croatian Israeli American artist. Her work addresses environmental issues and advocates an ideology of “ecological balance” between nature and culture. Feb 27 & March 6 at Queens Library at Broadway and March 13 & 20 at Queens Museum of Art.
03/06/10 1:00PM   Broadway
Traditional Korean Bookmaking with Seongmin Ahn (Program in Korean)   [Add to My Events] Traditional Korean Bookmaking with Seongmin Ahn. In this workshop in Korean, students will learn the techniques of traditional Korean bookmaking and investigate the idea of a book as an object to build a unique visual journal. Four sessions at Queens Library: Sat, Feb. 13/20/27 and March 6th, followed by four at Queens Museum of Art: Sat, March 13, 20, 27 and April 4th.
03/06/10 2:00PM   Woodside
Meet Dra. Isabel, Author of Pensamientos: palabras que iluminan el camino [Thoughts: Words that Ligh   [Add to My Events] Based on the latest segment of her popular radio show, the beloved Dra. Isabel offers an enlightening and spiritual book where she shares her words of wisdom to teach you life lessons from her 100 favorite stories. Dra. Isabel is the radio host of the most popular advice show on Univision’s Radio WADO and a best-selling author. Books will be available for sale and signing.
03/06/10 2:30PM   Jackson Heights
Pathway to U.S. Citizenship: Becoming a U.S. Citizen & Building Your Civic Knowledge    [Add to My Events] Sessions are in English, including an information workshop and basic civics education. 3/6-Part 1: Are you ready to be a U.S. citizen?/Introduction to American history; 3/13-Part 2: What documents do you need to Present?/Introduction to American government & politics; 3/20-Part 3: What are common barriers to naturalization?/American culture & geography; 3/27-Part 4: Naturalization interview & beyond/review of 100 questions.
03/06/10 2:30PM   Rego Park
Computer Classes for Spanish Speakers    [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish. Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk starting 3/2 at 10 AM. 3/9-Intro to Computers; 3/16-Navigating the Internet; 3/23-Creating Your Own E-Mail Account. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
03/09/10 10:00AM   Far Rockaway
Russian Author Tatyana Yankovskaya Will Read From Her Latest Work (in Russian)   [Add to My Events] Tatyana Yankovskaya is an author, essayist, journalist, and member of APIA-WORLD. She was born in Leningrad and is now living in New York. Her work has been published in the leading periodicals in Russia, the USA, Israel and France. Tatyana will read from her new book of fiction "M&M. Novel in Stories" which was nominated for the Russian Booker and NOS literary awards. Book signing will follow. (Program in Russian)
03/10/10 6:00PM   Rego Park
Microsoft Word 2007 for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Cyber Center Reference Desk on March 4 starting at 9 AM: 3/11-Introduction to Microsoft Word 2007; 3/18-Creating and Saving Documents; 3/25-Working with Tables and Printing. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
03/11/10 6:30PM   Central Library
How to Communicate Effectively with Your Teen (in Mandarin Chinese)   [Add to My Events] This workshop in Mandarin Chinese will help attendees to understand why it is important to communicate with their teenage children; physical and mental changes they go through; how to motivate a teen to study; and how to talk with a teen about dating and sex.
03/13/10 2:30PM   Flushing
Personal Income Tax Basics (in Spanish)   [Add to My Events] In this workshop for Spanish speakers, attendees will find out who has to file a tax return, how to file tax returns if you're self-employed, and what to do if you can't pay the tax due.
03/13/10 2:30PM   Jackson Heights
Microsoft Excel 2007 for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk on March 6 starting at 10 AM: 3/13-Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007; 3/20-Calculations and Worksheets; 3/27-Workbooks and Layout. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
03/13/10 2:30PM   Langston Hughes
Pathway to U.S. Citizenship: Becoming a U.S. Citizen & Building Your Civic Knowledge    [Add to My Events] Sessions are in English, including an information workshop and basic civics education. 3/6-Part 1: Are you ready to be a U.S. citizen?/Introduction to American history; 3/13-Part 2: What documents do you need to Present?/Introduction to American government & politics; 3/20-Part 3: What are common barriers to naturalization?/American culture & geography; 3/27-Part 4: Naturalization interview & beyond/review of 100 questions.
03/13/10 2:30PM   Rego Park
Computer Classes for Spanish Speakers    [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish. Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk starting 3/2 at 10 AM. 3/9-Intro to Computers; 3/16-Navigating the Internet; 3/23-Creating Your Own E-Mail Account. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
03/16/10 10:00AM   Far Rockaway
Microsoft Word 2007 for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Cyber Center Reference Desk on March 4 starting at 9 AM: 3/11-Introduction to Microsoft Word 2007; 3/18-Creating and Saving Documents; 3/25-Working with Tables and Printing. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
03/18/10 6:30PM   Central Library
A Celebration of Nawrooz: Afghan Spring Festival   [Add to My Events] Celebrate Nawrooz, the Afghan Spring Festival, with novelist Mohammad Gul Mohabbat, author of "My Name is Mohammad"; Persian songs to celebrate spring by Afghan children; a special raffle and gift for the lucky winner; and a grand finale with the extraordinary Afghan singer Khalil Ahmadi and tabla player Chetram Sahni.
03/20/10 2:00PM   Flushing
What You Need to Know about Immigration Service Providers (in Spanish)   [Add to My Events] In this workshop for Spanish speakers, attendees will learn how immigration service providers are different from immigration lawyers and notaries; what laws regulate them; tips on using their services; and how to file a complaint about a provider.
03/20/10 2:30PM   Broadway
Microsoft Excel 2007 for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk on March 6 starting at 10 AM: 3/13-Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007; 3/20-Calculations and Worksheets; 3/27-Workbooks and Layout. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
03/20/10 2:30PM   Langston Hughes
Pathway to U.S. Citizenship: Becoming a U.S. Citizen & Building Your Civic Knowledge    [Add to My Events] Sessions are in English, including an information workshop and basic civics education. 3/6-Part 1: Are you ready to be a U.S. citizen?/Introduction to American history; 3/13-Part 2: What documents do you need to Present?/Introduction to American government & politics; 3/20-Part 3: What are common barriers to naturalization?/American culture & geography; 3/27-Part 4: Naturalization interview & beyond/review of 100 questions.
03/20/10 2:30PM   Rego Park
A Dominican Author and her Poetry Book: Huellas de una memoria perdida [Traces of a Lost Memory] (Pr   [Add to My Events] A teacher by profession, Adriana Devers is also a poet. At the age of eight, she wrote her first verses. Queens Library invites you to share her book, "Huellas de una memoria perdida [Traces of a Lost Memory]." The author will autograph copies that will be available for sale. (Program in Spanish)
03/20/10 3:00PM   Corona
Immigration Law and Rights (in Spanish)   [Add to My Events] In this workshop, Spanish speaking attendees will learn how to become legal permanent residents (green card holders) or U.S. citizens; and how to petition for a relative.
03/22/10 6:00PM   Corona
Computer Classes for Spanish Speakers    [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish. Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk starting 3/2 at 10 AM. 3/9-Intro to Computers; 3/16-Navigating the Internet; 3/23-Creating Your Own E-Mail Account. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
03/23/10 10:00AM   Far Rockaway
Business Success Series (in Mandarin Chinese)   [Add to My Events] Presented in Mandarin Chinese with LaGuardia Community College, Small Business Development Center. This 4-part series covers: 3/24, Successfully Launching Your Own Business; 3/31, Choosing the Right Legal Structure for Your Business; 4/7, Writing a Business Plan for a Loan; 4/14, Capital: How and Where to Get It for Your Small Business. Learn about entrepreneurship, marketing techniques, and more.
03/24/10 6:00PM   Flushing
Microsoft Word 2007 for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Cyber Center Reference Desk on March 4 starting at 9 AM: 3/11-Introduction to Microsoft Word 2007; 3/18-Creating and Saving Documents; 3/25-Working with Tables and Printing. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
03/25/10 6:30PM   Central Library
Microsoft Excel 2007 for Spanish Speakers   [Add to My Events] Three computer classes in Spanish: Preregistration in person at the Reference Desk on March 6 starting at 10 AM: 3/13-Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007; 3/20-Calculations and Worksheets; 3/27-Workbooks and Layout. Attendees should have basic computer skills, such as being able to use the keyboard and the mouse, and to open and close applications. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
03/27/10 2:30PM   Langston Hughes
Pathway to U.S. Citizenship: Becoming a U.S. Citizen & Building Your Civic Knowledge    [Add to My Events] Sessions are in English, including an information workshop and basic civics education. 3/6-Part 1: Are you ready to be a U.S. citizen?/Introduction to American history; 3/13-Part 2: What documents do you need to Present?/Introduction to American government & politics; 3/20-Part 3: What are common barriers to naturalization?/American culture & geography; 3/27-Part 4: Naturalization interview & beyond/review of 100 questions.
03/27/10 2:30PM   Rego Park
Business Success Series (in Mandarin Chinese)   [Add to My Events] Presented in Mandarin Chinese with LaGuardia Community College, Small Business Development Center. This 4-part series covers: 3/24, Successfully Launching Your Own Business; 3/31, Choosing the Right Legal Structure for Your Business; 4/7, Writing a Business Plan for a Loan; 4/14, Capital: How and Where to Get It for Your Small Business. Learn about entrepreneurship, marketing techniques, and more.
03/31/10 6:00PM   Flushing
Book Presentation: Tarde en Manhattan [Manhattan Afternoon] by Salvadorean Poet Karla Coreas   [Add to My Events] Please join Salvadorian-born poet, Karla Coreas as she reads from her book of poetry, Tarde en Manhattan [Manhattan Afternoon]. Author will autograph copies that will be available for sale.
04/03/10 3:00PM   Corona
Business Success Series (in Mandarin Chinese)   [Add to My Events] Presented in Mandarin Chinese with LaGuardia Community College, Small Business Development Center. This 4-part series covers: 3/24, Successfully Launching Your Own Business; 3/31, Choosing the Right Legal Structure for Your Business; 4/7, Writing a Business Plan for a Loan; 4/14, Capital: How and Where to Get It for Your Small Business. Learn about entrepreneurship, marketing techniques, and more.
04/07/10 6:00PM   Flushing
Children’s Book Presentation: El viaje de Lucita [Lucita’s Voyage]   [Add to My Events] Please join our very own Queens librarian Elizabeth Garcia for a reading of, "El viaje de Lucita, [Lucita’s Voyage]," a delightful little story set in Guatemala and New York City. Written for children 3 years of age and on, this time-worn story of a little girl who travels from her village to the U.S.A. will touch a cord in all.
04/14/10 4:00PM   Corona
Business Success Series (in Mandarin Chinese)   [Add to My Events] Presented in Mandarin Chinese with LaGuardia Community College, Small Business Development Center. This 4-part series covers: 3/24, Successfully Launching Your Own Business; 3/31, Choosing the Right Legal Structure for Your Business; 4/7, Writing a Business Plan for a Loan; 4/14, Capital: How and Where to Get It for Your Small Business. Learn about entrepreneurship, marketing techniques, and more.
04/14/10 6:00PM   Flushing
Children’s Book Presentation: El viaje de Lucita [Lucita’s Voyage]   [Add to My Events] Please join our very own Queens librarian Elizabeth Garcia for a reading of, "El viaje de Lucita, [Lucita’s Voyage]," a delightful little story set in Guatemala and New York City. Written for children 3 years of age and on, this time-worn story of a little girl who travels from her village to the U.S.A. will touch a cord in all.
04/21/10 4:00PM   Jackson Heights