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20-12 Madison Street

Ridgewood, NY 11385

(718) 821-4770   Wheelchair Accessible

Mon9:00 AM-8:00 PM
Tue2:00 PM-7:00 PM
Wed11:00 AM-7:00 PM
Thu11:00 AM-7:00 PM
Fri11:00 AM-7:00 PM
Sat10:00 AM-5:30 PM
SunClosed
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at Ridgewood
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Welcome to Queens Library
at Ridgewood
Enrich Your Life Today
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Computers for Kids

This is a course in basic computer skills for children ages 6-12, with an introduction to educational and fun Internet resources available through the library. Space is limited and preregistration is required.

May 14 @ 5:00 PM, May 21 @ 5:00 PM, May 28 @ 5:00 PM

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Crafternoons

Join us for crafts for ages 6-12. Preregistration is required; ask the Children's Librarian for details.

May 15 @ 4:00 PM, May 29 @ 4:00 PM

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Toddler Play

Toddlers ages 18-36 months, with a parent or caregiver, enjoy free play with educational and fun toys.

May 16 @ 11:30 AM, May 23 @ 11:30 AM, May 30 @ 11:30 AM

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A Reptile "Edventure" with Erik Callender

This fun-filled educational experience with Erik Callender allows children ages 6 and up the unique opportunity to see, touch and learn about some of the world's most fascinating creatures, the reptiles and amphibians. See bugs, frogs, lizards, turtles and other live animals from around the world.

May 16 @ 4:00 PM

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Mother Goose Time

Infants ages 6-17 months and their caregivers enjoy songs and nursery rhymes together. The program is approximately 15-20 minutes long.

May 17 @ 11:15 AM, May 20 @ 11:15 AM, May 24 @ 11:15 AM

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Games

We offer board games or Wii for children ages 6 and up.

May 17 @ 4:00 PM, May 24 @ 4:00 PM, May 31 @ 4:00 PM

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ShapeUp NYC: Zumba Fitness Class for Adults

Let us help you get back into shape. Join our free weekly Zumba Fitness classes from ShapeUp NYC. Instructor Stacey Ruiz teaches this fusion of Latin, International and popular music dance themes to create a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness workout.Space is limited. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

May 17 @ 5:30 PM, May 24 @ 5:30 PM, May 31 @ 5:30 PM, Jun 7 @ 5:30 PM, Jun 14 @ 5:30 PM

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Picture Book Time

Children ages 3-5 and their parents or other adult caregivers hear stories and rhymes, sing songs, learn fingerplays and do movement activities. Preschoolers develop language, early literacy and school-readiness skills while having fun and making new friends at the library.

May 18 @ 10:30 AM, May 25 @ 10:30 AM

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What's That Sound? Strings Attached

Queens Symphony Orchestra explores orchestral instrument families in a five-session performance and hands-on instrument-making workshop for children age 6 and up accompanied by a parent or other adult caregiver. Materials are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. May 4: Strings Attached; May 18: Woodwinds. June 1: Sign up to play in the orchestra and perform with your handmade ...

May 18 @ 2:00 PM

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What's That Sound? Woodwinds

Queens Symphony Orchestra explores orchestral instrument families in a five-session performance and hands-on instrument-making workshop for children age 6 and up accompanied by a parent or other adult caregiver. Materials are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. May 18: Woodwinds. June 1: Sign up to play in the orchestra and perform with your handmade instrument.

May 18 @ 2:00 PM

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Directions

M Train to Forest Avenue

LIE to Woodhaven Blvd. Travel south on Woodhaven Blvd. to Elliot Avenue. Turn right onto Elliot (turns into Metropolitan). Turn left onto Forest Avenue.

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