Press Releases

Update: June 9, 2021, 1:00PM Mobile Vaccination Opportunities Outside Select QPL Branches The Library is partnering with the City to offer mobile COVID-19 vaccination services outside Cambria Heights Library, Central Library, Rochdale Village Library, and South Ozone Park…
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The first anniversary of George Floyd’s killing is a moment to reflect on the meaning of what happened that day and on the role each of us has to play in combating racism and making the world a better place. Queens Public Library remains committed to promoting understanding,…
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Queens Public Library Foundation Names Susan Latham As New Executive Director Queens, NY (May 24, 2021)—The Queens Public Library Foundation today announced that Susan Latham has joined the Foundation as its new Executive Director. Latham, a nonprofit professional with over…
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The conviction of former police officer Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd is an important step on the long road towards racial justice. Still, the moment makes clear how much work remains to bring systemic change and ensure that people of color can feel safe and…
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Last night’s shootings in the Atlanta area, which killed eight people, including six women of Asian descent, are another devastating reminder of the year-long rise in anti-Asian acts of racism, hate, harassment, and violence and of the long history of such incidents in our…
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