Programs
Celebrate National Library Week (April 7-13) with these special programs and view all on our calendar.
THE 2024 QUEENS PUBLIC LIBRARY EMPLOYEE ART SHOWCASE OPENING (IN-PERSON)
Over the years, we’ve been privileged by the talented contemporary artists whose works grace the main floor of Central Library. This April, in celebration of National Library Week, we build on this tradition with a new exhibit that features artwork made by the employees of Queens Public Library! The pieces on display come from those who responded to a call for original handiwork, textiles, paintings, photographs and other mediums. We feel great pride and gratitude for the creativity and resourcefulness in our employees, as it directly contributes to the welfare of the public we are committed to serving. Be sure to stop by and feel the inspiration that helps drive our community. The show opens on Tuesday, April 9 at 10am, and will be on display all month long at Central Library during regular service hours.
Tuesday, April 9
10am
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica
NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK STORYTIME WITH QPL AND QPL FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS (IN-PERSON)
During National Library Week (April 7-13), QPL will be hosting 6 storytimes at 6 locations with QPL & QPL Foundation board members. These special guests will read aloud Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are, which has been a challenged or banned book since its publication in 1963. These storytimes celebrate our freedom to read and the essential role libraries play in our communities. After each read-aloud, we will play and sing songs! All storytimes will take place on Wednesday, April 10.
Register here: queenslib.org/NLWStorytime
Wednesday, April 10, 10:30am
Special Guest: QPL Trustee Andrew Jackson
East Elmhurst
95-06 Astoria Boulevard
Special Guest: QPL Trustee Selina Lee
Fresh Meadows
193-20 Horace Harding Expressway
Wednesday, April 10, 11am
Special Guest: QPL Trustee Jamie Lee
Arverne
312 Beach 54 Street
Special Guest: QPL Trustee & QPL Foundation Board Member Carl S. Koerner
Forest Hills
108-19 71 Avenue
Special Guest: QPL Foundation Board Member Richard David
South Ozone Park
128-16 Rockaway Boulevard
Special Guest: QPL Trustee Cloyette Harris-Stoute
St. Albans
191-05 Linden Boulevard
AFTER SCHOOL CRAFTS/NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK: DIY BOOKMARKS (IN-PERSON)
Celebrate National Library Week by making your own bookmark! This program is for children ages 4 and up.
Wednesday, April 10
4pm
Fresh Meadows
193-20 Horace Harding Expressway
NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK FRIENDS OF RIDGEWOOD LIBRARY BOOK GIVEAWAY (IN-PERSON)
Join the Friends of Ridgewood Library to support National Library Week with a free book giveaway. Titles will be available for all age groups.
Thursday, April 11
4pm
Saturday, April 13
11am
Ridgewood
20-12 Madison Street
HIP HOP NATIONAL LIBRARY WEEK CELEBRATION (IN-PERSON)
It’s National Library Week, so let’s get ready to celebrate how libraries connect our communities and enrich our lives! Join us for this special hip-hop inspired event that features arts and crafts, free giveaways, and live music for the whole family. Hosted by QPL Hip-Hop Coordinator Ralph McDaniels.
Thursday, April 11
4pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica
FRIDAY AFTERNOON KAHOOT TRIVIA (IN-PERSON)
Celebrate National Library Week! Trivia questions will be about our library. Participants will use smart devices to answer multiple-choice questions. The winner will receive a small prize! No registration is required.
Fridays, April 12, 19
4pm
Fresh Meadows
193-20 Horace Harding Expressway
