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)

“Bryan Carter Wishes You a Swangin’ Christmas” is a Holiday-themed concert reminiscent of the delightful musical television specials from the 1950’s and 60’s. Join Bryan Carter & The Swanger’s for a soulfully epic afternoon of holiday classics that the entire family can enjoy.

Register here: https://ChristmasBryanCarter.eventbrite.com. 

Thursday, December 7
5:30pm
Central Library
89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica

Holiday Cards (IN-PERSON)

Create a beautiful, heartwarming holiday card for someone you love. They can be shared throughout the holiday season.

Thursday, December 7
5:30pm
Douglaston/Little Neck
249-01 Northern Boulevard

It’s Time For Kind: Holiday Bookmark Making (IN-PERSON)

Get ready for your holiday reading by creating your own special wooden bookmark! Join us to personalize your bookmark with colors, names, quotes, or whatever else you’d like. All supplies will be provided, but bring along any additional supplies you would like to use to further personalize your bookmark. All materials are first come, first serve.

Thursday, December 7
5pm
Poppenhusen
121-23 14 Avenue, College Point

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 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

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

Voices of New York Christmas Choral Concert (IN-PERSON)

Voices of New York, an 18-voice adult community chorus based in Manhattan, will present a program of beautiful Christmas, seasonal and Hanukkah choral music, as well as vocal and piano solos. Choral selections will include: “Christmas Comes Again,” “Christmas-Tide” (a medley of traditional carols), “Holiday Blessing,” “A Hora for Hanukkah,” “Now Is the Caroling Season,” “Rosa Mystica,” “Soon It Will Be Christmas Day,” and “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.”

Saturday, December 9
2:30pm
Forest Hills
108-19 71 Avenue

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

December Movie Showing: The Grinch (2018) (IN-PERSON)

Join us for a free holiday movie viewing of The Grinch Rated: PG (2018) for all ages.

Wednesday, December 13
3pm
North Forest Park
98-27 Metropolitan Avenue, Forest Hills

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, NY

Holiday Concert With Olivia Lu And Young Artists (IN-PERSON)

Olivia Lu, pianist and harpist, has performed in and directed concerts in New York City for 20 years. She will be performing holiday classics with young piano performers, including Margaret Luan, Grit Li, Yuze & Pearl Lin, Daniel Chen, and Gabriel Lu-Correa. Please join us for holiday and classical favorites.

Thursday, December 14
5pm
Forest Hills
108-19 71 Avenue

Celebration Of Diwali With The Sadhanalaya School Of Dance (IN-PERSON)

Join us for a celebration of Diwali, a time to rejoice in the triumph of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. Learn about decorations, dances, music, and the lighting of lamps, as well as how to wear a sari and traditional jewelry.

Saturday, December 16
3pm
McGoldrick
155-06 Roosevelt Avenue, Flushing

39th Annual Kick-off to Kwanzaa Celebration (IN-PERSON)

Please visit Langston Hughes Library for our 39th Annual Kick-off to Kwanzaa Celebration! Events include:

Film Screening: “The Black Candle” - A Kwanzaa Celebration
Libation Ceremony: Atiba Wilson and the Befo Quotet Ensemble
Kwanzaa Presentation: Andrew Jackson aka Sekou Molefi Baako
Musical (Gospel) Performance: The Inspirational Voices of Abyssian
Musical Performance: The Ebony Hillbillies
Dance Performance: LBX Dance Academy
Musical Performance: Ashley Keiko
Dance Performance: CarNYval Dancers
Comedy Show: Ray DeJon Entertainment

Funding is provided in part by the Library Action Committee of Corona-East Elmhurst, NYS Education Department Special Legislative Grants from Assemblyman Jeffrion L. Aubry, discretionary funds from NYC Coalition of Theaters Initiative, New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), Council Member Francisco Moya, and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards.

Saturday, December 16
10am
Langston Hughes
100-01 Northern Boulevard, Corona

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 inspiring singer, looking to breakout in 2024? Well come spread holiday cheer at the Candy Kane Karaoke celebration at Douglaston/Little Neck Library!

Wednesday, December 20
3:30pm
Douglaston/Little Neck
249-01 Northern Boulevard

Holiday Celebration Party (IN-PERSON)

It’s party time! Celebrate the winter holidays with friends at Arverne Library with craft stations for all ages, an activity bag to take home, and a toy giveaway while supplies last. See you there!

Wednesday, December 20
3pm
Arverne
312 Beach 54 Street

Our Holiday Pajama Storytime! (IN-PERSON)

Join us dressed in your coziest pajamas for holiday songs & stories! Best for children of all ages and the young at heart!

Wednesday, December 20
11am
Rochdale Village
169-09 137 Avenue, Jamaica

Family New Year’s Countdown And Celebration (IN-PERSON)

Children of all ages and their families are invited to celebrate the coming of 2024! We will ring in the New Year with a story or two, resolutions, noisemakers, and hats. At ten seconds to noon, we will have a countdown and a balloon drop!

Friday, December 29
11am
Glen Oaks
256-04 Union Turnpike