Immigrant Heritage Month 2019 - Other Programs

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Immigrant Heritage Month

Programs

Arverne
312 Beach 54 Street
(718) 634-4784

Ali Bello & The Latin American Songbook
Violinist Ali Bello and his ensemble present an intimate encounter of melody, harmony, and voice that brings a new perspective on the rich musical repertoire of Latin America and captures the vibrant legacy of styles such as boleros, ballads, tangos, guarachas, festejos, and bossas.
Monday, June 17, 5:30pm

Astoria
14-01 Astoria Boulevard
(718) 278-2220

Day of the Dead Tradition
Mexican-born artist Aurelia Fernandez will discuss ancient traditions surrounding the Day of the Dead altar and demonstrate the making of it. She will also teach attendees in this workshop how to make calaveras - clay versions of the elaborately decorated sugar skulls used in Mexico. This is a crafts program for the entire family; all ages are welcome. Space is limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Tuesday, June 13, 4pm

Bay Terrace
18-36 Bell Boulevard, Bayside
(718) 423-7004

How You Became Who You Are
We are all immigrants or descendants of immigrants! Come tell the story of how you and your family came to the United States. Maybe you have a special family heirloom, letters, or photographs that tell a story and make you who you are. They have stories to tell and so do you!
Tuesday, June 4, 2pm

Broadway
40-20 Broadway, Astoria
(718) 721-2462

Family Story and Craft Time
Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month! We will read picture books about families who immigrated to America and then share our own families’ stories by creating colorful collages. A map will let us trace each family’s journey to the United States. This program is for children ages 4 and older with an adult. No registration required.
Saturday, June 1, 3pm

Protecting Cultural Heritage in Design and Fashion
Community artist/fashion designer/stylist Joshe Ordonez explores how design and the wisdom of cultural heritage are important to the preservation and promotion of traditional techniques and practices of ethnic minority communities. Attendees will also have the opportunity to view a demonstration by an Ecuadorian artisan who will demonstrate the ancient technique of straw weaving.
Saturday, June 22, 3pm

Cambria Heights
218-13 Linden Boulevard
(718) 528-3535

An Afternoon of Haitian Culture
Haitian culture takes center stage with a discussion of Haitian cuisine, and performance of music, dance, and storytelling. Meet Haitian chef Nadege Fleurimond, author of Haiti Uncovered, a book that embraces every region and tradition of Haiti, and enjoy a performance of music, dance, and storytelling by La Troupe Zetwal.
Sunday, June 15, 2pm

"Where are you from?" Heritage Wall
Do you know your roots? Write the name of the country or countries where you and your family originated on our heritage wall! This wall, in celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, will be up from Monday, June 17th through Saturday, June 22nd.
Monday, June 17, 2pm

Corona
38-23 104 Street
(718) 426-2844

Traditional Music and Dance from Ecuador
Ayazamana Dance Group presents traditional dance with authentic music and costumes from different regions of Ecuador.
Saturday, June 22, 2:30pm

Douglaston/Little Neck
249-01 Northern Boulevard
(718) 225-8414

An Afternoon of Japanese Culture
Traditional Okinawan dancer, singer, and musician Junko Fisher performs choreographed dance pieces using Okinawan and Japanese dance forms to tell stories of places or historical events in Japanese culture.
Thursday, June 20, 5pm

Elmhurst
86-07 Broadway
(718) 271-1020

Celebrate Mexican Culture with Mariachi Tapatío de Álvaro Paulino
Founded in 1983, Mariachi Tapatio de Álvaro Paulino, under the direction of Puebla-born Mexican Álvaro Paulino, is 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 young and old.
Thursday, June 6, 6pm

Flushing
41-17 Main Street
(718) 661-1200

Four Treasures: Chinese Opera, Dance, and Folk Music
Join us for Peking and Kun Opera, which includes exciting segments from well-known traditional opera pieces such as "The Monkey King”, “Peony Pavilion,” and operatic spectacles including the ribbon and sword dance. Our instrumental musical programs feature some of the most talented Chinese classical and folk musicians in the U.S., featuring gems performed on the shen, guzheng, pipa, and other traditional Chinese instruments.
Sunday, June 2, 2pm

3D Printing: My Family Immigration Story
Participants brainstorm and identify objects that represent some element of their family's immigration story. They then learn the principles of 3D design to create their object to be printed with our 3D printer. Objects go on exhibit. This program is for children ages 11-14. Registration required. There are three sessions. Please see the Children's Librarian or call 718-661-1212 to register.
Mondays, June 3, 10, 17, 4pm

Music and Dance from Mexico, A Performance and Interactive Workshop for The Entire Family
Join Calpulli Mexican Dance Company - dancers and musicians - in a special program that combines performance and an interactive workshop that presents the traditional rhythms and movement of Mexico.
Thursday, June 13, 6pm

Alicia Svigals' Klezmer Fiddle Express
Alicia Svigals' Klezmer roots band presents a program of ecstatic Jewish instrumental music and Yiddish song, both ancient and new.
Thursday, June 20, 6pm

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana
Experience the cultural richness and traditions of flamenco. Members of Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana bring you a colorful and lively performance full of the energetic music and intense dance that reveals a glimpse into a life full of pride, passion, honor, love, and sorrow. With influences from North Africa, South America, the Gypsies and the Jewish peoples, this vibrant and culturally diverse art form will keep you moving.
Saturday, June 22, 2pm

Uncovering My Chinese American Family with Amy Chin
Are you interested in learning more about genealogy research for Chinese ancestors? Join us for this entertaining and informative presentation by experienced researcher Amy Chin. For decades, Ms. Chin’s family carefully saved records, objects, and other personal artifacts of their immigration history. Join Ms. Chin for a behind-the-scenes look at how she researched and uncovered her family’s century-old history in America.
Monday, June 24, 6:30pm

Forest Hills
108-19 71 Avenue
(718) 268-7934

Poets Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month
Join us for an evening of poetry that touches our hearts and minds. A Q&A session with poets Maria Lisella, Paolo Javier, Alice Lacey, and Kostas Anagnopoulos will follow the reading.
Monday, June 3, 6pm

Celebrate Russian Culture with Food and Music
Celebrate Russian culture with food and music. Master of the Guild of Jewish Artists Yevgeniya Rozentsvit invites you to a celebration of Russian cooking. Participants will have a chance to taste pancakes prepared by Ms. Rozentsvit and take a serving of dough to cook at home.
Thursday, June 6, 3pm

Celebrate Russian Culture with Food and Music
Allegro Singers Presents: A celebration of great Russian composer P. Tchaikovsky. Enjoy beloved arias & duets from his operas Eugene Onegin, Queen of Spades, Iolanta, Maid of Orleans, and waltzes from his famous ballet. The program includes art songs such as Doubt by Glinka, On the Front of the Gate by Rachmaninov, The Flea by Mussorgsky, folk song Peterskaya Road, and many more.
Thursday, June 13, 6pm

A Film Screening of the 1923 Silent Film "The Ancient Law"
This cine-concert is accompanied by a live original score by violinist Alicia Svigails and pianist/composer and silent film legend Donald Sosin. This is an outstanding example of the creative contribution of Jewish filmmakers in 1920s Germany that draws a complex portrait of the tension between tradition and modernity.
Monday, June 10, 4pm

An Afternoon of Chinese Culture
Celebrate Immigrant Heritage Month with the Ba Ban Chinese Music Society with cultural presentations of Chinese music and dance.
Saturday, June 22, 2pm

Glen Oaks
256-04 Union Turnpike
(718) 831-8636

Celebrate Eid [Henna Hand Painting Workshop with Anowara Ahmed]
Henna is a product that is 100% natural. Made from a powder derived from the leaf of the henna plant, it is mixed with lemon juice and lavender or tea tree oil. Anowara Ahmed is a henna hand painting artist with years of experience. Please join us for this workshop.
Saturday, June 8, 2pm

Uncovering Family Histories with the Queens Memory Project
This hands-on workshop with Queens Memory Outreach Coordinator Lori Wallach will focus on genealogy research and methods for preserving your family keepsakes. Join us for a fun exploration of how to get started on your family research, methods of keeping your information organized, and the best ways to make use of the many local resources available to genealogists.
Saturday, June 22, 3pm

Hillcrest
187-05 Union Turnpike
(718) 454-2786

Hollis
202-05 Hillside Avenue
(718) 465-7355

Eid Mubarak [A Celebration with Performances and Sweets]
Members of the Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts will entertain the audience with cheerful songs and dances. On this joyous occasion, they will offer samples of traditional Bangladeshi sweets and demonstrations of henna hand painting. Food and supplies are limited; first-come, first-served.
Saturday, June 8, 12pm

Jackson Heights
35-51 81 Street
(718) 899-2500

Queens Memory Podcast Premiere, Episode 2
Come listen and share with us in a three-part listening event series to celebrate the launch of the first season of the Queens Memory Podcast, “Memories of Migration.” The podcast draws from oral history recordings with Queens residents. At each event, we will listen to a full episode from the season, followed by a talk-back session with a featured storyteller from the episode.
Monday, June 17, 6pm

Celebrate Philippine Independence Day with Music, Crafts, and Food
Celebrate Philippine Independence Day with a flag making workshop at 12-1:30 p.m., and food tasting [a delicious Filipino sweet: guinataan, made of tubers, coconut, and tapioca] from 1:30-2:00. Our finale will be a brief lecture on Filipino history followed by a traditional musical performance from 2:30-3:00 p.m. Food and supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Queens Public Library is not responsible for any illnesses or adverse reactions from tasting food.
Saturday, June 15, 12pm and 2:30pm

Drums Around the World
Musicians of Percussia take you on a musical journey using percussion instruments, chants, and rhythms from all over the world, including Brazil, West Africa, India, Cuba, and China. The audience is invited to become active participants by clapping rhythms, singing songs, and even participating in a Chinese Lion Dance.
Saturday, June 22, 3pm

Kew Gardens Hills
72-33 Vleigh Place
(718) 261-6654

A Film Screening of the 1923 Silent Film "The Ancient Law"
This cine-concert is accompanied by a live original score by violinist Alicia Svigals and pianist/composer and silent film legend Donald Sosin. This is an outstanding example of the creative contribution of Jewish filmmakers in 1920s Germany that draws a complex portrait of the tension between tradition and modernity.
Thursday, June 13, 5pm

Langston Hughes
100-01 Northern Boulevard, Corona
(718) 651-1100

Uncovering African American Family Histories with Sharon Wilkins
This hands-on workshop with Sharon Wilkins, Deputy Borough Historian of Manhattan, will focus on genealogy research for African American families. Researchers of all backgrounds are welcome. Join us for a fun exploration of how to get started on your family research, methods of keeping your information organized, and the best ways to make use of the many local resources available to genealogists.
Monday, June 17, 6pm

Lefferts
103-34 Lefferts Boulevard, Richmond Hill
(718) 843-5950

Celebrate Holi, Indian Spring Festival
The Srijan Dance Center invites you to celebrate Holi, the Indian celebration of the arrival of spring, with a performance of music, celebration dances, and a storytelling performance depicting good over evil.
Saturday, June 29, 3pm

Long Island City
37-44 21 Street
(718) 752-3700

Queens Memory Podcast Premiere, Episode 1
Come listen and share with us in a three-part listening event series to celebrate the launch of the first season of the Queens Memory Podcast, “Memories of Migration.” The podcast draws from oral history recordings with Queens residents. At each event, we will listen to a full episode from the season, followed by a talk-back session with a featured storyteller from the episode.
Thursday, June 6, 6pm

Mano de Obra/Hands-on [Art] Work: Music, Stories, and Poetry
Join us for an evening full of art and emotions in which talented Ecuadorian-Americans (Christopher Moncayo-Torres, Maria Fernanda Chamorro, Pedro Mieles Cantos, Sara Ontaneda, Joanne Vance, Stephan Sebastian Herrera) will delight you with stories, poetry, and music.
Thursday, June 20, 6pm

Maspeth
69-70 Grand Avenue
(718) 639-5228

Irish Step Dancing
Dancers from The Ciara Greene School of Irish Step Dancing will delight audiences with their high kicking and lively dancing. After this performance complete with costumes, music, traditional Irish step dancing shoes, and some history on Irish dance, audience members will be walking away humming to the tune of an Irish jig!
Tuesday, June 11, 3pm

McGoldrick
155-06 Roosevelt Av.
(718) 461-1616

An Introduction to Samba: Music, Dance, and Culture by Samba New York!
Ethnomusicologist/percussionist Philip Galinsky shares some interesting facts about the origins of samba, its instruments, and rhythms. Also included in the program will be a live samba dance demonstration along with a short samba dance lesson!
Saturday, June 15, 2pm

Middle Village
72-31 Metropolitan Avenue
(718) 326-1390

Queens Memory Podcast Premiere, Episode 3
Come listen and share with us in a three-part listening event series to celebrate the launch of the first season of the Queens Memory Podcast, “Memories of Migration.” The podcast draws from oral history recordings with Queens residents. At each event, we will listen to a full episode from the season, followed by a talk-back session with a featured storyteller from the episode.
Thursday, June 20, 6pm

Mitchell-Linden
31-32 Union Street, Flushing
(718) 539-2330

Immigrant Heritage Month: Map Your Story
This family/kids’ activity will allow customers to trace their family's journey to the United States. An accessible map will be provided to facilitate this fun and enlightening program.
Tuesday, June 11, 4pm

North Forest Park
98-27 Metropolitan Avenue, Forest Hills
(718) 261-5512

North Hills
57-04 Marathon Parkway, Little Neck
(718) 225-3550

Bring Your Story: Map Your Story
Using a map and tape, participants can trace their family’s journey to the United States. Additional craft supplies will be provided to create a cultural or familial representation of their journey.
Monday, June 3, 2:30pm

Kunqu Opera and Its Music from China - by Ba Ban Chinese Music Society of NY
In this performance by a Chinese Kunqu Opera performer and musicians from the Ba Ban Chinese Music Society of New York, the audience will gain knowledge of the relationship between kunqu opera and its music, history, culture, and basic techniques.
Thursday, June 6, 3pm

Ozone Park
92-24 Rockaway Boulevard
(718) 845-3127

Map Your Story
Throughout the month of June, add your story to our map and trace your family's journey to the United States.
Mondays, June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2:30pm

Traditional Music and Dance from Ecuador
Ayazamana Dance Group presents traditional dance with authentic music and costumes from different regions of Ecuador.
Saturday, June 15, 2pm

Pomonok
158-21 Jewel Avenue, Flushing
(718) 591-4343

Bingo!
Come celebrate Immigrant History Month and the amazing diversity in our community with an afternoon of family bingo! In each round, we will learn about famous immigrants throughout history and their important contributions.
Monday, June 17, 3:30pm

Poppenhusen
121-23 14 Avenue, College Point
(718) 359-1102

Make-N-Take: Scrapbooking for Adults
Work on your latest project in the company of other scrapbookers. Find encouragement, ideas, and new friends. If you’re interested in making scrapbooks, you can visit with the scrapbookers to see how it’s done. We provide some materials and paper to scrapbook on but please do bring in your own images and materials as well if you wish. Drop in and introduce yourself. This event is open to all.
Monday, June 10, 1pm

Discover Your Family History
Every family has a story. What's yours? Learn more about how to research your family story and find out about the experiences of your ancestors.
Monday, June 24, 6:30pm

Richmond Hill
118-14 Hillside Avenue
(718) 849-7150

An Afternoon of Bengali Culture
The Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts (BIPA) presents an afternoon of Bengali culture with traditional music, folk dances, folk tales, and beautiful henna art designs.
Saturday, June 22, 2pm

Rochdale Village
169-09 137 Avenue, Jamaica
(718) 723-4440

Akoko Nante Ensemble
This Queens-based Pan African percussion and vocal ensemble presents music harvested from the continent of Africa and its diaspora—from the royal palaces of Ghana to the groves of old Haiti, the seaside shanties of Cuba, and more.
Thursday, June 20, 6pm

Rosedale
144-20 243 Street
(718) 528-8490

Be a Statue for Liberty
Come join us as we make crafts that will transform us into Statues for Liberty! Learn about what the Statue of Liberty stands for and its significance.
Wednesday, June 5, 4pm

Coding Around the World
Ever wanted to travel the world, and see other cultures and heritages? Come join us as we play and code computer games that will teach us about other countries!
Friday, June 7, 4pm

Packing Your Suitcase
If you were traveling to somewhere else, where would you go, what would you bring with you, and what would you look forward to in a new country? Join us as we make suitcases while learning about other heritages and countries!
Wednesday, June 12, 4pm

What the Future Will Know
What would you want the future to see about you and your heritage? Join us, as we create the stories of us, and transform our “documents” into papers of old!
Monday, June 17, 3pm

Seaside
116-15 Rockaway Beach Boulevard, Rockaway Park
(718) 634-1876

Map Your Story
Trace your family's journey to the United States with the Seaside Library. During the month of June, customers can show on a map the path their families have taken to get here.
Saturday, June 29, 5pm

QPL Cookbook
Share your family recipes with the Queens Public Library! In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, QPL will be compiling a cookbook. Stop into the Seaside Library and jot down your family's recipes!
Saturday, June 29, 5pm

South Hollis
204-01 Hollis Avenue
(718) 465-6779

Sunnyside
43-06 Greenpoint Avenue, Long Island City
(718) 784-3033

Windsor Park
79-50 Bell Boulevard, Bayside
(718) 468-8300

Woodhaven
85-41 Forest Parkway
(718) 849-1010

Foncho Castellar and los Alegres de Colombia
In this presentation, Foncho Castellar will open up the world of virtuoso accordion and the beauty of Colombian music to listeners of all ages. Come ready to get involved and learn the nuts and bolts of Colombian vallenato.
Saturday, June 1, 2:30pm

Woodside
54-22 Skillman Avenue
(718) 429-4700

Remember Y(our) Connection/Tandaan Ang Ating Ugnayan: Filipino Wisdom in the Face of Climate Change
How do we survive and thrive in the face of climate change? In this exhibit, Filipino/a/x immigrants teach us about tapping into our resourcefulness, community power, resilience, hope, faith, and strength (lakas ng loob). Enjoy photos and video from interviews with Filipino/a/x immigrants, and learn about how the Fil-Am artist team engaged the community in this arts project.
Saturdays, June 1, 29, 2pm
Mondays, June 3, 10, 17, 12pm, Monday, June 24, 2pm
Tuesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 1pm, Tuesday, June 25, 2pm
Wednesdays, June 5, 12, 19, 10am, Wednesday, June 26, 2pm
Thursdays, June 6, 13, 29, 27, 12pm
Fridays, June 7, 14, 21, 10am, Friday, June 28, 2pm
Saturdays, June 8, 15, 22, 10am

Renayung: The Journey of Living Traditions
This is a multidisciplinary performance which features the Kulintang Gong Ensemble, as well as ritual and storytelling dances and chants of the Meranao, Taosug, Higaoonon, and T'boli people of southern Philippines.
Saturday, June 1, 2pm

Drawing and Storytelling -- How Do We Stay Hopeful in the Face of Climate Change?
Be inspired by the exhibit "Remember Y(our) Connection/Tandaan Ang Ating Ugnayan: Filipino Wisdom in the Face of Climate Change." Participants can share stories of how they tap into their own power, resilience, and strength (lakas ng loob), make drawings, and envision a role for themselves towards creating a sustainable world. Everyone is welcome! This program is for ages 5 and up, accompanied by parent/guardian. Registration is required. Space is limited. Materials will be provided.
Saturdays, June 8 and 22, 2pmm

Celebrate Eid and Make Rasgulla (Traditional dessert) In English and Bengali
Rasgulla is a special sweet in Bangladesh that people eat during Eid or other special holidays. It is made from ball-shaped dumplings of “chhena” (cottage cheese) and semolina dough cooked in light syrup made of sugar. Learn how to make this delicious treat, which is also famous in other South Asian countries. This program is in English and Bengali.
Saturday, June 15, 1pm

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