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Programs & Activities

Queens Public Library presents a diverse array of activities and events for all ages including kids, teens, and older adults. Our programs range from technology training to cultural performances and from job help to teleconferences for the homebound.

Arts Culture

Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture programming ranges from concerts to writing workshops.

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Community Outreach

Community Outreach

Community Outreach goes beyond the physical walls of our 62 libraries.

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For Adult Learners

For Adult Learners

Our Adult Learner Program offers ESOL, Adult Basic Education, and High School Equivalency instruction to adults and young adults.

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For Kids

Our programs for kids and parents include opportunities for early childhood and school-age kids spanning a variety of categories.

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For New Americans

For New Americans

The New Americans Program celebrates Queens residents’ cultures and helps newcomers understand life in the United States.

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For Older Adults

For Older Adults

Programs for older adults include Mail-A-Book services and Creative Aging courses. 

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For Teens

For Teens

Programs for teens range from college readiness to podcasting. 

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HealthWellness

Health & Wellness

Join us for fitness activities and informative workshops.

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Job Business Help

Job & Business Help

Queens Public Library provides specialized training and learning opportunities to job seekers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and business owners.

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Technology Training

Technology Training

Digital Literacy offers workshops, one-on-one assistance, certifications, and self-guided learning.

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FEATURED EVENTS

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Arab American Heritage Month: Afternoon Storytime

Children’s Program, General

Arab American Heritage Month: Afternoon ...

Apr 14, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Peninsula

Kids ages 3-5 and their caregivers can come enjoy a wonderful storyt...

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Arab American Heritage Month: Bilingual Arabic Storytime with Urban Stages

Children’s Program, General

Arab American Heritage Month: Bilingual ...

Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:15am

Steinway

Welcome to storytime in your language! Join the amazing performers f...

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Literary Thursdays: Clare Pollard, Author of “Lives of the Female Poets”

Adult Program, General

Literary Thursdays: Clare Pollard, Autho...

Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

Don’t miss this episode of Literary Thursdays in honor of National P...

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Live Talk with Ralph McDaniels

Hip Hop

Live Talk with Ralph McDaniels

Apr 18, 12:30pm - 1:00pm

Virtual

QPL Hip Hop Coordinator Ralph McDaniels and his special guests will ...

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Chess Club

Adult Program, General

Chess Club

Apr 18, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

East Flushing

The Chess Club is a program designed to develop critical thinking, s...

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Arab American Heritage Month: Arab Folk Dances

Cultural Arts

Arab American Heritage Month: Arab Folk ...

Apr 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ridgewood

Ramzi El-Edlibi and the Ramzi Dance Company present Arab folk dances...

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Earth Month: Nature as Medicine: Stress, Burnout & Resilience for Community Well-Being

Adult Program, General

Earth Month: Nature as Medicine: Stress,...

Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

QPL's Community Health team invites you to this virtual discussion: ...

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Lavender Literary Society Book Club for Teens with Ryan Shen

Teen Program, General

Lavender Literary Society Book Club for ...

Apr 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Flushing

Join us for a lively and engaging book discussion with Queens-based ...

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Literary Thursdays: Jordyn Taylor, Author of “See You at the Summit”

Adult Program, General

Literary Thursdays: Jordyn Taylor, Autho...

Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

From the USA TODAY bestselling author of “Wicked Darlings” comes a h...

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Literary Thursdays: Natan Last, Author of “Across the Universe”

Adult Program, General

Literary Thursdays: Natan Last, Author o...

Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Virtual

In 2008, Natan Last became the youngest person to publish a crosswor...

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Open Mic for Poets and Writers with Barbara Schwartz

Adult Program, General

Open Mic for Poets and Writers with Barb...

May 17, 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Library

In honor of Jewish American Heritage Month: Join us for an evening...

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Sankofa Series: Curator's Choice

Black Heritage

Sankofa Series: Curator's Choice

Jun 4, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Langston Hughes

On the first Thursday of every month, join us at Langston Hughes Com...

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