Programs

STORYTIME (IN-PERSON)

Join us at the library as we celebrate Women’s History Month!

Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
10:30am
Far Rockaway
1003 Beach 20th Street

Saturdays, March 4, 11, 18, 25
11:30am
Ridgewood
20-12 Madison Street

Monday, March 6
4pm
Flushing
41-17 Main Street

Thursday, March 23
3:30pm
Queens Village
94-11 217 Street

PICTURE BOOK/STORYTIME (IN-PERSON)

Children and their caregivers will enjoy picture book reading and stories about famous women both in history and in the present. The program ends with age-appropriate arts & crafts.
Wednesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
11am
Rosedale
144-20 243 Street

PERUVIAN MUSIC PARTY (IN-PERSON)

Join Grammy-nominated performer Araceli Poma for a music party celebrating important women from Peru! We will listen to the inspiring stories of women like Yma Sumac (one of the bestselling Latin American recording artists and the bestselling Peruvian artist in history) and Victoria Santa Cruz, considered “the mother of Afro-Peruvian dance and theater.” Plus, Araceli will bring her charango, traditional puppets, and many rhythms for you to enjoy. Through singing and dancing, we will celebrate powerful women who inspire girls around the world!

Wednesday, March 1
12pm
Langston Hughes
100-01 Northern Boulevard

Friday, March 3
11am
Astoria
14-01 Astoria Boulevard

Saturday, March 4
3pm
Ozone Park
92-24 Rockaway Boulevard

Wednesday, March 8
4:30pm
Kew Gardens Hills
72-33 Vleigh Place

Thursday, March 9
4pm
Bayside
214-20 Northern Boulevard

Saturday, March 11
11am
Corona
38-23 104 Street

Monday, March 13
4pm
Steinway
21-45 31 Street

Wednesday, March 15
3pm
Sunnyside
43-06 Greenpoint Avenue

Monday, March 20
4pm
East Flushing
196-36 Northern Boulevard

Thursday, April 20 *Library will be closed for 4 weeks, starting 2/25
4pm
Baisley Park
117-11 Sutphin Boulevard

SELF-DIRECTED: FRIDA KAHLO COLLABORATIVE DISPLAY (IN-PERSON)

Join Richmond Hill in celebrating Women’s History Month! Drop by the children's room any time during the month of March (Monday-Friday) to draw and color flowers. The children’s librarian will be adding the drawn/ colored flowers to the Women’s History Month bulletin board to create a portrait of the famous Frida Kahlo.

Weekdays from March 1 to March 31
3pm
Richmond Hill
118-14 Hillside Avenue

WOMEN IN BLOOM (IN-PERSON)

Create a floral wood trivet craft and learn about various contributions women have made in the fields of botany, landscape architecture, and gardening. Afterwards, you’ll have an opportunity to write a poem inspired by your floral craft and nature.

Wednesday, March 1
3:30pm
Windsor Park
79-50 Bell Boulevard

Wednesday, March 8
3:30pm
Seaside
116-15 Rockaway Beach

Wednesday, March 8
3:30pm
Jackson Heights
35-51 81 Street

Monday, March 13
3:30pm
Arverne
312 Beach 54 Street

Thursday, March 23
6pm
Kew Gardens Hills
72-33 Vleigh Place

CELEBRATING DIVERSE WOMEN WITH CHINESE PAPER CUTTING AND COLLAGE (IN-PERSON)

Let’s celebrate Women’s History Month together as we honor American women of every race and ethnic background who helped found and build our nation. In this workshop, Master Ming Liang Lu and Sharlene Chou will demonstrate paper cutting, an ancient Chinese art form dating from the Han dynasty. They will also teach you how to be creative with collage art using various objects and materials. Participants will learn how to make women figures of different ethnic backgrounds. Supplies are limited.

Thursday, March 2
3:30pm
Whitestone
151-10 14 Road

Saturday, March 4
2pm
East Flushing
196-36 Northern Boulevard

Tuesday, March 7
2:30pm
Bellerose
250-06 Hillside Avenue

Thursday, March 9
3:30pm
Mitchell-Linden
31-32 Union Street

Saturday, March 11
2pm
Ozone Park
92-24 Rockaway Boulevard

Tuesday, March 14
3:30pm
Bayside
214-20 Northern Boulevard

Thursday, March 16
3:30pm
North Hills
57-04 Marathon Parkway

Tuesday, March 21
3:30pm
Windsor Park
79-50 Bell Boulevard

Thursday, March 23
3:30pm
Auburndale
25-55 Francis Lewis Boulevard

Saturday, March 25
2pm
Briarwood
85-12 Main Street

Tuesday, March 28
3:30pm
Corona
38-23 104 Street

Thursday, March 30
3:30pm
Seaside
116-15 Rockaway Beach Boulevard

VISION BOARD PARTY (IN-PERSON)

A vision board party is a fun opportunity to set and visualize your goals for the year ahead. Get creative as you collage images and words that will keep you motivated—plus, exchange ideas and inspiration with others! This event will include the supplies (poster board, some magazines, etc.) needed to create your vision. Bring any pictures that you may want to add as well.

Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23
3:30pm
Seaside
116-15 Rockaway Beach Boulevard

Wednesday, March 8
3pm
Ridgewood
20-12 Madison Street

Thursday, March 9
4pm
Glen Oaks
256-04 Union Turnpike

Saturday, March 11
11am
Bellerose
250-06 Hillside Avenue

Tuesday, March 14
4pm
Howard Beach
92-06 156 Avenue

Thursday, March 16
6pm
Langston Hughes
100-01 Northern Boulevard

Thursday, March 16
6:30pm
Ridgewood
20-12 Madison Street

Tuesday, March 21
3pm
Forest Hills
108-19 71 Avenue

Thursday, March 23
6pm
North Hills
57-04 Marathon Parkway

MARIA SIBYLLA MERIAN STEAM CRAFT (IN-PERSON)

We’ll learn about naturalist/science illustrator Maria Sybilla Merian and her research on butterflies through a fun craft project! For kids ages 6-12.

Thursday, March 2
4pm
Flushing
41-17 Main Street

STORIES FOR REBEL GIRLS! MUSICAL TALES OF EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN (IN-PERSON)

Join us for a colorful and original musical adaptation of Elena Favilli and Francesca Cavallo’s Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, featuring Broadway accordionist and singer Mary Spencer Knapp and her ensemble of musicians and dancers! Through this interactive presentation, we will learn the stories of some of history’s most fearless pioneers, from American aviator Amelia Earhart to South African musician and activist Miriam Makeba.

Thursday, March 2
4pm
St. Albans
191-05 Linden Boulevard

Monday, March 13
4pm
Lefferts
103-34 Lefferts Boulevard

Wednesday, March 22
3pm
Sunnyside
43-06 Greenpoint Avenue

Friday, March 24
4pm
Glen Oaks
256-04 Union Turnpike

Monday, March 27
4pm
Ridgewood
20-12 Madison Street

FILM FESTIVAL (IN-PERSON)

Spotlighting the accomplishments of remarkable female trailblazers.

Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
5:30pm
Far Rockaway
1003 Beach 20th Street

QUILTING BEE (IN-PERSON)

Our Quilting Bee will keep families engaged as they learn about the remarkable achievements of women past and present through the art of quilting. Everyone will get the opportunity to create their own quilt design with the use of construction paper.

Fridays, March 3, 10, 17
3pm
Far Rockaway
1003 Beach 20th Street

CELEBRATING STRONG FEMALE CHARACTERS WITH WOMEN IN COMICS (IN-PERSON)

Comic books and graphic novels are crafted, with painstaking detail, by artists and writers. And many of those artists and writers not only live right here in Queens but are also women, nonbinary people, and gender non-conforming folks! In honor of Women’s History Month, this workshop will explore the process of creating dynamic female characters and world-building. Participants will get the opportunity to create their own characters and build a stepping stone into making their own stories.

Friday, March 3
3pm
Ridgewood
20-12 Madison Street

Wednesday, March 29
3pm
Steinway
21-45 31 Street

TRIVIA/FUN FRIDAY (IN-PERSON)

Show your knowledge about Women’s History, then wind down for the weekend with music and dancing.

Fridays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
3:30pm
Rosedale
144-20 243 Street

CULTURE CONNECTION: "LOVING HIGHSMITH” WITH FILMMAKER EVA VITIJA (VIRTUAL)

QPL's Culture Connection is thrilled to host this conversation with "Loving Highsmith" filmmaker Eva Vitija and film and TV director Marion “Muffie” Meyer, moderated by Brian Alessandro. Ms. Vitija's new documentary is based on Patricia Highsmith's personal writings and accounts of her family and lovers. The film casts new light on the celebrated writer's life and oeuvre, permeated by themes of love and its defining influence on identity. Watch “Loving Highsmith” for free from March 1-March 5.

Link: https://vimeo.com/718423911
Password: strangers2022

Watch our Culture Connection conversation on Facebook and YouTube:
https://www.facebook.com/QPLNYC and https://www.youtube.com/QueensPublicLibrary

Friday, March 3
4pm

EARLY DANCE ICONS (IN-PERSON)

Learn all about early female dance icons, including Isadora Duncan, who founded contemporary dance, and the iconoclastic Martha Graham, among others. We’ll look at their sources of inspiration and then move our bodies through their styles and different modes of movement. No dance experience necessary!

Saturday, March 4
2pm
Forest Hills
108-19 71 Avenue

Saturday, March 18
3pm
Glen Oaks
256-04 Union Turnpike

Saturday, March 25
3:30pm
Pomonok
158-21 Jewel Avenue

Thursday, March 30
4pm
Queens Village
94-11 217 Street

CELEBRATING WOMEN IN MUSIC (IN-PERSON)

Celebrate Women’s History Month with the jazzy rhythms of the Yaacov Mayman International Jazz Band and singer Leslie Harrison, who will perform songs of Billie Holiday and other women musicians.

Saturday, March 4
2pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard

“HIDDEN FIGURES” (IN-PERSON)

Inspired by the film Hidden Figures, join us to consider the challenges and successes faced by the Black women mathematicians who worked at NASA during the Space Race. We’ll watch clips of the movie and kick off an engaging group discussion. Share your impressions of the story and the characters’ extraordinary innovations. Rated PG.

Saturday, March 4
2:30pm
Bayside
214-20 Northern Boulevard

Wednesday, March 8
12pm
St. Albans
191-05 Linden Boulevard

Monday, March 13
10:30am
North Hills
57-04 Marathon Parkway

Monday, March 27
4pm
Arverne
312 Beach 54 Street

Wednesday, March 29
12pm
Glen Oaks
256-04 Union Turnpike

SCAVENGER HUNT WITH LEWIS LATIMER HOUSE MUSEUM (IN-PERSON)

Lewis Latimer House Museum will be hosting a scavenger hunt experience for families, children & students of all ages for Women’s History Month. Each participant will unlock messages, decode ancient hieroglyphics, solve math problems and follow along a STEAM-themed race to the finish line. Winners will receive prizes. This program is funded by NYC Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers.

Saturday, March 4
3pm
Rosedale
144-20 243 Street

REMEMBERING CELIA CRUZ (IN-PERSON)

Let’s kickstart Women’s History Month’s celebrations with a tribute to “la reina de la salsa.” Celia Cruz impersonator, Anissa Gathers, will bring Cuban legend back to life in an unforgettable performance.

Saturday, March 4
5pm
Langston Hughes
100-01 Northern Boulevard

WOMEN IN STORYTELLING; JOURNALING (IN-PERSON)

What women inspire you? Why? Let’s share thoughts and create journals to inspire ourselves to march forward.

Monday, March 6
10:30am
North Hills
57-04 Marathon Parkway

A VISUAL PRESENTATION (IN-PERSON)

Spotlighting the accomplishments of remarkable female trailblazers.

Mondays and Fridays, March 6-31
3pm


Far Rockaway


1003 Beach 20th Street

TALES OF WONDERFUL WOMEN WITH JULIA MORRIS (IN-PERSON)

Tales of Wonderful Women for families with children ages 4 to 8 years with Julia Morris.

Monday, March 6
3pm
Pomonok
158-21 Jewel Avenue

CHILDREN'S CRAFT ACTIVITY (IN-PERSON)

Please join Mrs. Paula for fun crafts to celebrate Women's History Month.

Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, 27
4pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH & HOLI: CELEBRATING COLORS, NEW BEGINNINGS, LOVE & UNITY (IN-PERSON)

We welcome you to celebrate your favorite women in time with a fun-filled focus on creativity, self-love & empowerment. Each week will be a different theme of activities to bring us together and show our appreciation.

Drop-In Workshop Timeslot: M, W, Th; 4:00-5:30 pm

•Week 1: Portraits (Show Off Your Power Poses)
Signup for your “Power” Portrait – take a professional headshot or profile picture to capture this moment of power in your life. We will use 15 minute intervals, on a first come first served basis.

•Week 2: Crafts & Canvases
Paint the perfect picture of women who inspire you that represents love, unity, & new beginnings

•Week 3: Women Empowerment Collages & Vision Boards
Create collages of women that empower you

•Week 4: Community Share Out
Be a part of history– Share your favorite quote, poem, or moment from a woman that’s impacted your life & why it’s meaningful to you. This will be documented for a video to wrap up the month.

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, March 6 - 30
4pm
Queensbridge
10-43 41 Avenue, Long Island City

THE GALS WHO SQUEEZE! (IN-PERSON)

What is the accordion and who plays it? Broadway accordionist and childhood music educator Mary Spencer Knapp will take us on a musical journey to meet some of the squeeze box’s best and most influential players from around the world. We’ll learn about Creole zydeco music from Louisiana’s legendary Queen Ida, experimental music from the legacy of Pauline Oliveros, and merengue tipico from Republica Dominicana’s Fefita La Grande! Get ready to dance, shake...and squeeze!

Tuesday, March 7
3:30pm
Briarwood
85-12 Main Street

Thursday, March 9
4pm
Langston Hughes
100-01 Northern Boulevard

Tuesday, March 21
4pm
St. Albans
191-05 Linden Boulevard

CULTURE PASS PRESENTS “I’LL GO”: A SOLO PERFORMANCE BY WILLA BOST (IN-PERSON)

Through set in the Reconstruction era, “I’ll Go” takes viewers on a short interactive journey through time. This performance captures snapshots from the lives of Harriet Tubman and Sojourner Truth, two very powerful women that helped shape the face and culture of our country and the world during a very difficult time in history.
Told through the eyes of former slave Mae Caldwell, “I’ll Go” is infused with music, laughter, and historical facts. This performance was designed to align with state-required common core standards and is sure to enlighten audiences of all ages!
“I’ll Go” is brought to you by Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center and presented by Culture Pass.

Tuesday, March 7
3:30pm
Jackson Heights
35-51 81 Street

THE GODDESS WITHIN BY THE KATHAK ENSEMBLE & FRIENDS (IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL)

Classical Indian Kathak dancers Janaki Patrik, Angelina Haque, Abha Bhatnagar Roy and Meenakshi Lala celebrate several of India's female goddess – SARASWATI: Goddess of Learning and the Arts, DURGA: Goddess of Motherhood, Strength and Protection, and LAKSHMI: Goddess of Wealth. Showing images of the goddesses in painting and sculpture, and performing dances which describe and praise these deities, the dancers explain the symbolism associated with their celebrations. The program concludes with a circle dance named GARBA, which represents the fertility of the female womb - the GARBHA. The audience - both virtual and live - will be invited to learn basic steps of the GARBA dance and join in celebrating women throughout the world. This program will be a live presentation with the option to join virtually.

Join Zoom Meeting: https://queenslib.org/3Svgi3L
Access Code: 841 7356 7629
Passcode: 0309
STARR funded program.

Thursday, March 9
6pm
Flushing
41-17 Main Street

FLUSHING AFTERNOON MOVIE (IN-PERSON)

Join us March film screening in celebration of Women History Month: “The Rosa Parks Story” (2002).

Friday, March 10
3:30pm
Flushing
41-17 Main Street

GIRL POWER STORYTIME AND HEADBAND CRAFT (IN-PERSON)

Children will listen to stories about strong women in real life. They will also make their Girl Power Headband! for kids ages 5-12.

Friday, March 10
4pm
Forest Hills
108-19 71 Avenue

CULTURE CONNECTION: CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY WITH MUSIC LEGEND TERRE ROCHE (VIRTUAL)

QPL’s Culture Connection is delighted to present an evening of conversation with Terre Roche. Terre is a singer-songwriter, guitar player, teacher, author, innkeeper, and founding member of the musical trio The Roches. She has performed in many clubs and concert halls throughout the U.S. and Europe and appeared on numerous TV shows (including “Saturday Night Live”) over the course of her illustrious career.
Terre has come full circle in her musical journey with the release of the new album/book “Kin Ya See That Sun.” It is a rare collection of live recordings of Terre and her sister Maggie performing songs they created while touring college campuses when they were teenagers. This program will be moderated by Brian Alessandro.
Watch on our Facebook page and on our YouTube channel: https://www.facebook.com/QPLNYC  and https://www.youtube.com/QueensPublicLibrary

Friday, March 10
7pm

SIP & PAINT - WOMEN CELEBRATING WOMEN WITH GINA SAMSON (IN-PERSON)

Artist Gina Samson uses a vibrant palette to celebrate women of the diaspora, varied and beautiful, in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Participants should pre-register for these workshops at the library.

Saturdays, March 11, 18
2pm
South Hollis
204-01 Hollis Avenue

NATIVE AMERICAN WOMEN IN JAZZ WITH SOUTH HOLLIS FRIENDS (IN-PERSON)

Join the South Hollis Friends to celebrate Women's History Month with the Native American Women in Jazz. The Native American Women in Jazz is featuring Cherokee Native American artist Sheila Jordon, song stylist Keiha St. Joan, Blackfoot, and Native American dancer, Deidre “Yellow Core” Harris. The program includes a Q&A session.

Saturday, March 11
2pm
South Hollis
204-01 Hollis Avenue

STEAM PAINT & SIP (IN-PERSON)

Lewis Latimer House Museum will be hosting a kid-friendly painting celebration! Families and children ages 5+ will create a masterpiece using neon acrylic paint, canvases and blacklights to share personal stories and bring memorable quotes to life. In the end, participants will view their creations in the dark under a blacklight to see how they come to life and shine.
This program is funded by NYC Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Powers.

Saturday, March 11
3pm
Rosedale
144-20 243 Street

THE CREATOR'S LAB (IN-PERSON)

For teens who would like to embrace their creative side, join us for The Creator's Lab this month as we focus on historical figures that impacted women's history as we know it. The prompt of the day is "Herstory vs History," and how we view the difference.

Wednesday, March 15
3pm
Far Rockaway Teen Library
2002 Cornaga Avenue

WOMEN IN STORYTELLING FOR TEENS (IN-PERSON)

Decorate a journal of your own and put it to creative use this Women’s History Month. Interview influential women in your life; write and share how they inspire you; learn more about women who have made their mark through writing; and more!

Thursday, March 16
3pm
Forest Hills
108-19 71 Avenue

BINGO (IN-PERSON)

Celebrate Women’s History Month with a fun bingo event! As you play, you’ll learn about female trailblazers in sports, science, art, and more! For ages 6-12.

Thursday, March 16
4pm
Flushing
41-17 Main Street

Fridays, March 24, 31
3:30pm
Far Rockaway
1003 Beach 20th Street

WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH READING: MAD HONEY BY JODI PICOULT (IN-PERSON)

Our March book is Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan. Ask the librarian for more information and pick up your copy at Windsor Park Library!

Thursday, March 16
5pm
Windsor Park
79-50 Bell Boulevard

WOMEN’S ROLE IN JAPANESE CLASSICAL DANCE BY SACHIYO ITO & COMPANY (IN-PERSON/VIRTUAL)

In honor of Women’s History Month, Sachiyo Ito, Ph. D. will discuss the dance reform movement called “Shin Nihon Buyo Undo” (New Dance Movement) by women in Japan in the 1920s. The innovative contribution of the women artists turned the course of Japanese dance history. Sachiyo Ito will show dances to illustrate the change of styles and themes in Japanese dance since the Movement. This program will be a live presentation with the option to join virtually. This is a STARR funded program.

Join Zoom Meeting: https://queenslib.org/3kllsT1
By Phone: 646-931-3860
Access Code: 860 0958 3595
Passcode: 0316

Thursday, March 16
6pm
Flushing
41-17 Main Street

FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE (IN-PERSON)

Join us for a special Women’s History Month movie! All ages.

Saturday, March 18
2pm
Astoria
14-01 Astoria Boulevard

DANCE IS STRONG MAGIC: THE ART & LEGACY OF PEARL PRIMUS (IN-PERSON)

Something Positive Inc. (SPI) presents "Dance is Strong Magic," featuring the works of Dr. Pearl Primus and original choreography inspired by her example. The company will premiere Primus' solos of “Strange Fruit,” “Hard Time Blues,” “The Negro Speaks of Rivers,” and an excerpt from “The Wedding.” SPI will also present a restaging of the company's signature work, “Ancestral Chant,” dedicated to Dr. Primus and SPI's founder, Cheryl Byron; and a new piece, “Rasin (Roots),” honoring the Vodou tradition of Haiti, by company member Danielle Casimir.

Sunday, March 19
3pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard

STELLAR CONSTELLATION VIEWER (IN-PERSON)

Join us for a stellar constellation viewer craft and learn about women who’ve made contributions to the fields of physics, aeronautics, engineering, and more.

Monday, March 20
3pm
Arverne
312 Beach 54 Street

Thursday, March 23
4pm
Astoria
14-01 Astoria Boulevard

JEOPARDY (IN-PERSON)

Test your knowledge of all things Women’s History in this fun-filled quiz show.

Monday, March 20
3pm
Woodside
54-22 Skillman Avenue

CHILDREN’S CRAFT ACTIVITY (IN-PERSON)

Children ages 3 and up will create a craft in honor of Women’s History Month. The theme is about women and girls reaching for the stars!

Tuesday, March 21
4pm
East Flushing
196-36 Northern Boulevard

EMPOWER WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES (VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON)

In partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, speaker Man-Li Kuo, Economist Development Specialist will meet the panelist to learn about programs and assistance for women-owned businesses, and learn about the Women-Owned Small Business and Economic Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business Certification for Government Contracting. This is a virtual program. Participants can join the live stream at the library in Rooms A & B (lower level). The program will have two sessions in English and Chinese.

In English: 11am - 12pm
In Chinese: 3-4pm
Please join Zoom at: https://queenslib.org/3IvRvb8

Wednesday, March 22
11am; 3pm
Flushing
41-17 Main Street

Arts And Crafts (IN-PERSON)

We are celebrating Women's History Month by using our talents to create crafts to bring home.

Wednesday, March 22
3:30pm
Rosedale
144-20 243 Street

Mary E. Shaw Dedication: African American Women in Music (IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL)

This program is in dedication of African American Educator, Activist and Benefactor Mary E. Shaw. This concert will highlight the contributions of African American women who were pioneers in their eras and their influence of what became known as Pop - Gospel, Swing, Rock n Roll, and Rhythm and Blues (R n B) music. This program will be a live presentation with the option for the audience to join virtually.
Join Zoom Meeting: https://queenslib.org/3yNzGjC
Meeting ID: 847 1557 3807
Passcode: 0322

Wednesday, March 22
4:30pm
Flushing

The Story of Sylvia Robinson & Sugar Hill Records, Told by Leland Robinson & Wonder Mike (IN-PERSON)

In honor of Women's History Month and Hip Hop's 50th Anniversary, join QPL Hip Hop Coordinator Ralph McDaniels for a discussion about the first record label for hip hop artists, Sugar Hill Records, and its influential and groundbreaking founder, Sylvia Robinson. Uncle Ralph’s special guests are Sugar Hill Records CEO (and Sylvia’s son) Leland Robinson and hip hop legend Wonder Mike, a member of the Sugarhill Gang, whose 1979 single "Rapper's Delight” was produced by Sylvia Robinson.

Thursday, March 23
5:30pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard

URBAN STAGES PRESENTS “SHIRLEY CHISHOLM: UNBOSSED & UNBOWED” (IN-PERSON)

This solo dramatic presentation — written and performed by actress, playwright, and teaching artist of Guyanese heritage Ingrid Griffith — is the largely unheard story of Shirley Chisholm, who was the first African-American woman to win a seat in the U.S. Congress and run for the Presidency of the United States. This presentation dramatizes the Civil Rights era, the unrest of the 1960s, and the patriarchal system and all-boys network that Shirley Chisholm was up against, many themes we still see in the politics of today.

Thursday, March 23
6pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard

CULTURE CONNECTION: AN EVENING WITH AWARD-WINNING NOVELIST NAMWALI SERPELL (VIRTUAL)

QPL’s Culture Connection is honored to host this author talk with Namwali Serpell. Serpell was born in Lusaka, Zambia, and lives in New York. She received a 2020 Windham-Campbell Prize for fiction, the 2015 Caine Prize for African Writing, and a 2011 Rona Jaffe Foundation Writers’ Award.

Serpell’s debut novel, The Old Drift, won the Anisfield-Wolf Book Award, the Arthur C. Clarke Award for science fiction, and the Los Angeles Times’s Art Seidenbaum Award for First Fiction, and it was named one of the 100 Notable Books of 2019 by the New York Times Book Review and one of Time Magazine’s 100 Must-Read Books of the Year. Her book of essays, Stranger Faces, was a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle Award for Criticism. She is currently a professor of English at Harvard University. This program will be moderated by Brian Alessandro.

Watch on our Facebook page and on our YouTube channel:
https://www.facebook.com/QPLNYC and https://www.youtube.com/QueensPublicLibrary

Friday, March 24
7pm

MOVIE TIME: “ON THE BASIS OF SEX” (IN-PERSON)

Young wife, mother and lawyer Ruth Bader Ginsburg battles the U.S. Supreme Court for gender equality and women’s rights. She works with the American Civil Liberties Union to argue cases on behalf of both men and women, demonstrating that discrimination “on the basis of sex” is unconstitutional. Her trailblazing work paved the way for her to become a beloved Supreme Court Justice.

Saturday, March 25
1pm
Windsor Park
79-50 Bell Boulevard

An Afternoon with Nellie Bly (IN-PERSON)

Join us as we discuss the many stories of Nellie Bly, the New York World's famous daredevil stunt reporter! She traveled around the world in 72 days, personally interviewed Susan B. Anthony and Emma Goldman, and became one of America's first female industrialists. How is it possible that we are meeting the remarkable Nellie Bly face-to-face? It’s simply because award-winning actress Anne Pasquale has taken to the stage to inspire us with the power of invention! Enjoy this journey back in time and our talk with the famous Nellie Bly!

Saturday, March 25
1pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard

ELECTRONIC RESOURCES (VIRTUAL)

In honor of Women's History Month, learn how to access articles from journals, magazines, and books using electronic databases available from the Queens Public Library's website. Join here: https://queenslib.org/3ETyZJ0

Tuesday, March 28
10:30am

PLAY TRIVIA ON KAHOOT! (IN-PERSON)

Come and join us to play this fun filled trivia game to show off your knowledge about the contributions that women have made to the human society.

Wednesday, March 29
4pm
Briarwood
85-12 Main Street

CULTURE CONNECTION: "BE-SPOKE" WITH FASHION JOURNALIST MARYLOU LUTHER (VIRTUAL)

QPL’s Culture Connection is thrilled to host an evening with Marylou Luther, one of the most legendary and venerated fashion journalists in the United States. Ms. Luther will be discussing her new book Be-Spoke: Revelations from the World's Most Important Fashion Designers. She is the editor and founder of the International Fashion Syndicate and award-winning “Clotheslines” column and is the fashion editor emeritus of newspapers including the Chicago Tribune and the Los Angeles Times.
Ms. Luther will be joined by the illustrator of Be-Spoke, Cuban-born artist Ruben Toledo. Mr. Toledo has had his work published in The New Yorker, Vogue, Town & Country, and The New York Times. This program will be moderated by Brian Alessandro.
Watch on our Facebook page and on our YouTube channel: https://www.facebook.com/QPLNYC and https://www.youtube.com/QueensPublicLibrary

Friday, March 31
7pm