These are just some of our wonderful holiday programs!
Visit the QPL Calendar to see a complete list.
Season's Sketchings (VIRTUAL)
Add some extra cheer to your holiday season with this four-part artistic program, taught by longtime library presenter Karl Lorenzen. Using basic sketching techniques, each session will focus on a different wintertime theme. No previous experience is required, and all are invited to attend. Click the link sign in and we hope to see you there: https://queenslib.org/4dS6
Mondays, December 2, 9, 16, 23
4pm
Cambria Heights Teen Center: Winter Terrariums (IN-PERSON)
Join us for a creative and hands-on Winter DIY Terrarium Project, where you can bring a touch of winter into your space! No registration required, but supplies are limited.
Thursday, December 5
4pm
Cambria Heights
218-13 Linden Boulevard
Celebrate Christmas: Make a Gingerbread House with Yvette Jimenez (IN-PERSON)
Join Yvette Jimenez and make a fun gingerbread house to decorate your home. Supplies are limited to 20 people on a first-come, first-served basis. Queens Public Library is not responsible for any adverse reaction or illness as a result of tasting. This program is funded by New York State Assembly Member Khaleel Anderson. En Español.
Thursday, December 5
4pm
South Ozone Park
128-16 Rockaway Boulevard
DIY Seasonal Candle Holder (IN-PERSON)
Season’s greetings! Celebrate winter with a DIY craft for your home décor. Follow along and learn how to create your own one-of-a-kind candle holder. This program is designed and intended for people ages 16 and up. Registration required. Customers may register for one session only.
Wednesday, December 6
10:30am
Rochdale Village
169-09 137 Avenue
Winter Walk-In Crafts for Kids (IN-PERSON)
Every Friday, children are welcome to join us for a walk-in winter craft!
Fridays, December 6, 13, 20, 27
3pm
Arverne
312 Beach 54 Street
Three Kings Crafts (IN-PERSON)
Let’s bring the magic of the Three Kings to life with a fun hands-on craft activity for the entire family! Supplies are limited. On a first-come-first-served basis. Made possible by the Queens Public Library Foundation, the Pickman Foundation and our individual donors. En Español.
Saturday, December 7
11am
Astoria
14-01 Astoria Boulevard
Winter Craft: Build a Sock Snowman (IN-PERSON)
Join us for a winter-themed art program where young nature learners will create a sock snowman. This simple craft is designed to help children develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination while having fun. All supplies are provided, and children will take home their own beautiful creations! No registration required. First-come, first-served; supplies are limited.
Friday, December 13
3:30pm
Auburndale
25-55 Francis Lewis Boulevard
Designing Your Digital Holiday Card (VIRTUAL)
Learn how to add fun graphics, apply cool image effects, and share your personalized holiday cards with friends and family. Registration Required. Join us at: https://queenslib.org/EhD12
For any inquiries or concerns, email at qb-programs@queenslibrary.org.
Monday, December 16
2:30pm
Make a Christmas Wreath with Anna Kao (IN-PERSON)
Floral artist Anna Kao will teach you the fine art of making a beautiful Christmas Wreath in order to decorate your house and to celebrate the holiday season. A lucky winner will win a free wreath! Space is limited, on a first-come, first served basis. This program is funded by New York State Senator John Liu.
Wednesday, December 18
3pm
Bayside
214-20 Northern Boulevard
Holiday Button Makerspace (IN-PERSON)
Join us at Long Island City Library for a fun, all-ages experience where you can design and craft personalized buttons! Whether you are expressing your creativity or tapping into your artistic side, this hands-on makerspace is for you. All supplies will be provided. Bring your ideas and leave with a few custom-made buttons that are uniquely yours.
Wednesday, December 18
3pm
Long Island City
37-44 21 Street
