For adults
Celebrate the Holidays with Queens Public Library
These are just some of our wonderful holiday programs!
Visit the QPL Calendar to see a complete list.
Culture Connection: “A Swangin’ Christmas” With Tony Award-Winning Bandleader Bryan Carter (IN-PERSON)
This is a holiday-themed concert reminiscent of the delightful musical television specials from the 1950’s and 60’s. Join Bryan Carter & & The Young Swangers for a soulfully epic afternoon of holiday classics that the entire family can enjoy.
Thursday, December 7
5:30pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica
Christmas Concert With Mariachi Tapatío De Álvaro Paulino (IN-PERSON)
Concierto de Navidad con Mariachi Tapatío De Álvaro Paulino (EN PERSONA)
English: Celebrate Christmas with Mariachi Tapatio de Álvaro Paulino! Founded in 1983 under the direction of Puebla-born Mexican Álvaro Paulino, they’re considered one of the finest mariachi bands in New York City. The band’s music includes “corridos,” a form of storytelling in song that is enjoyed by audiences of all ages.
Spanish: Celebra la Navidad con Mariachi Tapatío de Álvaro Paulino, fundado en 1983 bajo la dirección del Álvaro Paulino, mexicano de Puebla. Considerada una de las mejores bandas de mariachi en la ciudad de Nueva York, su música incluye corridos, una forma de narración de cuentos en canción que es disfrutado por todo el mundo!
Thursday, December 7
6pm
Middle Village
72-31 Metropolitan Avenue
Jueves 7 de diciembre
6pm
Middle Village
72-31 Metropolitan Avenue
Holiday Cards (IN-PERSON)
Create a beautiful, heartwarming holiday card for someone you love. They can be shared throughout the holiday season. View all of our holiday cards programs here.
Thursday, December 7
5:30pm
Douglaston/Little Neck
249-01 Northern Boulevard
The Gift Of Memory: Sharing Your Holiday Traditions (IN-PERSON)
Do you have a special holiday tradition passed on through generations? Have you started new ones? The Queens Memory Project and Woodside Library welcomes you to share those special times with us so that we can pass them on to future generations of Queens residents.
Thursday, December 7
6pm
Woodside
54-22 Skillman Avenue
Craft Corner: Hanukkah Light (IN-PERSON)
Hanukkah, which means “dedication,” commemorates the miracle of light that occurred when Judah rededicated the Temple to the Hebrew god. Please join us as we create our own jars of light in honor of this miracle.
Friday, December 8
2pm
Far Rockaway
1003 Beach 20th Street
Celebrate Christmas With Peace, Joy And Love: Concert Of Vocal Classical Music (IN-PERSON)
Join us for an afternoon of music, celebration, and community! Listen as performers bring life to some old holiday favorites, like “Messiah” by Handel and “The Nutcracker” by Tchaikovsky. Other popular songs will include “Silver Bells,” “Winter Wonderland,” “Frosty the Snowman,” “Let It Snow,” and many more!
Saturday, December 9
3pm
Astoria
14-01 Astoria Boulevard
Celebrate The Christmas Season: Make A Paper Christmas Tree With Paula Yepes (IN-PERSON)
Celebra la temporada navideña: haz un árbol de Navidad de papel con Paula Yepes (EN PERSONA)
English: Have fun with teaching artist Paula Yepes, who will show you how to make a fun paper Christmas tree that you can use for a holiday decoration. We will provide all materials, but supplies are limited and will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Spanish: Diviértete con la talentosa artista Paula Yepes, quien te enseñará cómo hacer un bonito árbol de Navidad de papel que puedes usar como decoración navideña. Proporcionaremos todos los suministros, pero los suministros son limitados y se proporcionarán por orden de llegada.
Saturday, December 9
2:30pm
Briarwood
85-12 Main Street
Lights Of Freedom: A Chanukah Performance By The Chutzpah Caravan Ensemble (IN-PERSON)
Experience the spirit of Chanukah through storytelling and authentic music from the Chutzpah Caravan Ensemble as they take us on a musical journey from the mountains of Haifa to the mountains of Jerusalem! Enjoy music that has elevated people from ancient times to the modern day in their struggle for freedom.
Sunday, December 10
2pm
Kew Gardens Hills
72-33 Vleigh Place, Flushing
Kwanzaa: DIY Mkeka Mat (IN-PERSON)
The Mkeka is a handwoven mat that represents the foundation of which all else rests upon, including the kinara, the unity crop and the harvest. Join us in creating them - all materials provided! Registration required online or by calling Rochdale Village Library. Space limited.
Wednesday, December 13
4pm
Rochdale Village
169-09 137 Avenue, Jamaica
Cody Childs And His Trio Celebrating The Holidays With Jazz And Soul Music (IN-PERSON)
Cody Childs & His Trio will perform an eclectic array of jazz and soul songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s. This concert includes tributes to Nat King Cole, Roberta Flack, Johnny Hartman, Smokey Robinson, Burt Bacharach, Curtis Mayfield, Stevie Wonder, and others who have made major contributions to American music. Register here.
Saturday, December 16
1:30pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica
Ozone Park Book Discussion (IN-PERSON)
Join us as we discuss our book of the month, Christmas by the Book by Anne Marie Ryan! Copies available at the Ozone Park reference desk.
Monday, December 18
4pm
Ozone Park
92-24 Rockaway Boulevard
A Jazzy Celebration of the Holiday Season (IN-PERSON)
Experience Yaacov Mayman Super Hot Jazz Quartet and a featured trumpet player Valery Ponomarev, a former member of Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers, as they bring to life the timeless music of renowned American jazz artists: Benny Golson, Bobby Timmons, Thelonious Monk, and Charles Mingus. They will also add a jazz twist to some holiday favorites!
Tuesday, December 19
6pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica
Candy Kane Karaoke (IN-PERSON)
Are you looking for a way to get into the Holiday spirit? Are you contemplating new ways to make your family smile? Are you an aspiring singer, looking to breakout in 2024? Well come spread holiday cheer at the Candy Kane Karaoke celebration at Douglaston Library!
Wednesday, December 20
3:30pm
Douglaston/Little Neck
249-01 Northern Boulevard
Kwanzaa: DIY Kikombe Cha Umoja (IN-PERSON)
The Kikombe Cha Umoja, or Unity Cup, is one of the foundational symbols of Kwanzaa that represents the unity of the family and the community. Join us in creating them - all materials provided! Please register here or call the Rochdale Village library at (718) 723-4440. Space limited.
Wednesday, December 20
4pm
Rochdale Village
169-09 137 Avenue, Jamaica
Fabric Decoupage Ornaments (IN-PERSON)
These beautiful decoupage Christmas ornaments are not only easy to make, but will certainly be a unique decoration on the Christmas tree this season. Please join us to create one of your own.
Thursday, December 21
6pm
Ozone Park
92-24 Rockaway Boulevard
Origami For The Holidays With Kazuyo Mizukami (IN-PERSON)
Join us for an hour of crafting! Learn how to make origami characters or objects. This paper craft can go as far as your imagination will take you. This program is made possible by the Queens Public Library Foundation and the generous support of our individual donors.
Thursday, December 21
4pm
North Forest Park
98-27 Metropolitan Avenue, Forest Hills
Movie Afternoon Presents: Office Christmas Party (IN-PERSON)
Join us for this screening of Office Christmas Party! When his uptight CEO sister threatens to shut down his branch, the branch manager throws an epic office Christmas party in order to land a big client and save the day, but the party gets way out of hand.
Friday, December 22
3pm
Howard Beach
92-06 156 Avenue
Craft Corner: New Year Party Hats (IN-PERSON)
Come one, come all! Welcome the New Year in style with a hand-made party hat. All skill levels welcome!
Friday, December 29
2pm
Far Rockaway
1003 Beach 20th Street
