Summer Reading 2019

A Universe of Stories

Programs

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

Friday Kids' Club
Children ages 5-12, join us for a variety of fun activities each week: knitting, arts and crafts, board games, Legos, and much more! Parents, grandparents, and other adult caregivers are encouraged to join the activities!
Fridays, July 12 - August 30, 3pm

Doctor For A Day
Doctor For A Day is for children ages 8-12. There are three sessions that include hands-on activities.
Session 3 - 8/3 - Learn about dental hygiene.
Saturday, August 3, 10:30am

Mother Goose
Children ages 6-24 months and their caregivers listen to stories and nursery rhymes, sing songs, use scarves, shakers and drums, and enjoy free play.
Fridays, August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:15am

Family Storytime
Families with children ages 2-5 are invited to participate in our space-themed summer reading storytime. Sessions includes stories, songs, finger plays, movement, dancing, and crafts!
Fridays, August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 11am

Angry Birds Event
Children ages 6-11, watch the movie trailer for "The Angry Birds 2" movie. Build a popsicle-stick catapult and launch your own Angry Birds! Learn facts about birds and practice drawing the Angry Bird characters.
Saturday, August 3, 2:30pm

Chess Club for Children
Come to our children's chess club and learn the game of chess! Have fun while learning a game that opens your mind to deep thought, analysis, imagination, and enjoyment. An experienced chess player will be present to provide assistance. This program is for children ages 6 to 12.
Mondays, August 5, 12, 19, 26 and Wednesdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28, 3:30pm

Music and Movement for Infants and Toddlers
Infants, toddlers, and caregivers enjoy songs, movement, finger plays, puppets, and other activities.
Mondays, August 12, 19, 26, 12:15pm

Music and Movement for Infants and Toddlers
Infants, toddlers, and caregivers enjoy songs, movement, finger plays, puppets, and other activities.
Wednesdays, August 14, 21, 28, 10:15am

Cookie Moon Phases
Children ages 6-11 will use books and videos to learn about the phases of the moon and what causes the moon to change. We will discuss what we already know about the moon and what we've learned together. As a group will we research the current dates moon phase. Children will use cookies to demonstrate the phases of the moon. A short poetry worksheet will be completed and shared with the group.
Thursday, August 15, 3:30pm

Space-themed Arts and Crafts Projects
Children ages 6-11 will have fun making Star Wars origami characters and bookmarks as well as space-themed zippered pouches, bookmarks, or wallets out of duct tape. We'll finish the session with a game of Space Bingo with prizes for the winners!
Thursday, August 29, 3:30pm

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

Grades 3 & 4 Book Club at Hillcrest
Each month we will read a different book & meet to discuss our favorite and least favorite parts, main plot points, and important topics raised by that month's book. Books available at the circulation desk; please leave your name & phone number so we can tell you when the next book has arrived!
Tuesday, August 6, 5pm

Drop-in Activities for Teens
Drop in on Fridays in the summer to make a different activity week! Light refreshments are permitted during these sessions.
Fridays, July 5 - August 30, 2pm

Hour of Code Club
Come use our laptops for our Hour of Code gaming session! This club will focus on understanding how coding controls everything on computers & technology through gaming. This program is for kids ages 7+.
Thursdays, August 1 - August 29, 5pm

Coding For Teens
Join us at Hillcrest Library where we will be hosting a coding club using Prenda for young people in grades 7-12. Preregistration is required. Registration will be accepted in person or by calling 718-454-2786.
Tuesdays, August 6, 13, 20, 11:30am

Summer Reading Club for Teens
Ever read a novel that you were sure would soon be made in a film? Come to Hillcrest Reading Club this summer, where we will be reading novels crying out to be made into films. You can also BYOB (Bring Your Own Book).
Monday, August 12, 3pm

Family Book Club
Do you want to enjoy reading a book with your child and have them talk about the book with their peers? Is your child too young for our 3&4 or 5&6 grade book clubs? Come try our family book discussion at Hillcrest! Copies of the picture book or easy reader will be available behind the customer service desk. Call for the book title or come in to pick up your copy!
Tuesday, August 13, 5pm

Space-themed Origami
This program is for tweens. Have the universe at your fingertips: create space-themed origami.
Tuesday, August 13, 3pm

Galaxy Totes
Tweens, use different paints to create your own galaxy on a tote bag.
Tuesday, August 20, 3pm

End of Summer Reading Celebration
Come to our end of summer reading party to turn in your summer reading logs and celebrate a Universe of Stories at Hillcrest!
Tuesday, August 27, 2pm

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

Drawing Class
Kids, teens, and tweens are invited to learn the basics of drawing figures, cars, and buildings.
Tuesday, July 9 - August 13, 3:30pm

Lego Club
Join us in building out of this world creations with Legos for ages 6 and up.
Mondays, July 8 - August 19, 2pm

Universe of Fun for Kids
Join us for summer fun! Kids ages 4-11 will make fun crafts, write poetry, or learn about healthy eating while making a fun food item.
Tuesdays, July 9 - August 13, 2pm

Book Buddies
Teens and tweens read aloud to younger children. Take the opportunity to read and "double down" your fines by reading to each other or younger children.
Mondays, July 8 - August 12, 3pm

Board Games
Kids, teens and tweens are invited to play board games and card games at the library.
Fridays, July 12 - August 16, 2pm

Super Space Spelling Bee!
Get ready for our space-themed spelling bee for ages 6-12. We will have some practice sessions followed by our fun spelling contest.
Thursday, July 11 - August 15, 2pm

Afternoon Movie
Enjoy a Thursday afternoon movie that's out of this world!
Thursdays, July 11 - August 15, 3:30pm

Universe of Fun for Teens
Join us for summer fun! Teens and tweens age 12-18 will make fun crafts, write poetry, debate current topics, and take part in many other fun and engaging activities.
Wednesdays, August 7, 14, 3pm

Howard Beach
92-06 156 Avenue
(718) 641-7086

Moon Artwork
Come in and create a realistic moon painting with a quote on canvas to decorate your room or desk.
Thursday, August 1 , 3pm

Eric Carle's "Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me" Story and Craft
We will read Eric Carle's beloved story and make a craft inspired by it for ages 5-8.
Tuesday, August 6, 3pm

Lava Slime
This super slime changes colors due to a special ingredient: thermochromic pigment. Create your slime and look for fun ways to change its colors for ages 9 & up.
Wednesday, August 7, 3pm

Moon Garden
Let's create a moon garden that functions like a Zen garden. You will paint your own "moon rocks" and place them in your own moon garden. All supplies will be provided.
Thursday, August 8, 3pm

Minifigure Rescue
Rescue minifigures and equipment from ice and get them to safety! All supplies will be provided for ages 5-8.
Tuesday, August 13, 3pm

Galaxy Games
Design your own galaxy-themed board game for ages 9 & up.
Wednesday, August 14, 3pm

Paper Lantern Planet Globes
Participants can decorate paper lanterns to recreate their favorite planetary setters of objects from popular series such as Star Wars.
Thursday, August 15, 3pm

Pool Noodle Lightsabers
Create your own pool noodle lightsaber for ages 5-8.
Tuesday, August 20, 3pm

Stop-Motion Videos
Here is an opportunity to tell a story using stop-motion technology. Bring your own props or use the ones provided. This program is for ages 9 and up.
Wednesday, August 21, 3pm

"Sky Full of Stories" Puppet Making
Teen storytellers, we need you! We have the supplies you need to design your own puppets and put on a show at the library. You can either tell your own story or retell a classic during our Summer Reading Party.
Thursday, August 22, 3pm

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

Family Fun Time
Play games, read, and join us for special activities with your children in our air conditioned room.
Mondays, July 8 - August 12, 3pm

Stories and Crafts
Young children (ages 3-7) have an enjoyable story time experience making space-themed crafts and reading stories that are out of this world!
Mondays, July 8 - August 12, 4pm

Book Buddies (ages 2 and up)
Read with either a beginning or a more advanced reader. Parents and caregivers may also read with their children.
Tuesdays, July 9 - August 13, 2:30pm

Stories of Space and Discovery
Children entering grades K-2 will revel in science fiction and other stories. Picture books will be read and video and music may be incorporated into what promises to be a truly epic adventure!
Tuesdays, July 9 - August 13, 3pm
Wednesdays, July 10 - August 14, 3pm

Space Crafts and Fun
This is for children entering grades K-2. Making space crafts is awesome fun! Kids make crafts and experience a universe of fun!
Tuesdays, July 9 - August 13, 4pm

Book Share
Share what you are reading this summer! Get a prize and get recommendations for your next great read!
Tuesdays, July 9 - August 13; Wednesdays, July 10 - August 14, 5pm

Mother Goose Time for Little Ones Ages Birth-18 months
Join us for songs, stories, and finger plays. Caregivers must attend with children. Space may be limited and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wednesdays, July 10 - August 14, 10:30am

Toddler Time for Toddlers Ages 19 months-4 years
Join us for stories, songs, and finger plays. Caregiver must attend with the children. This program is first-come, first-served. Space may be limited.
Wednesdays, July 10 - August 14, 11:30am

Space Crafts and Fun
This program is for children entering grades K-2. Making space crafts is awesome fun! Children will make crafts and experience a universe of fun!
Wednesdays, July 10 - August 14, 3pm

Family Playtime
Young children and their families will play with developmentally appropriate toys encouraging interactivity and early childhood learning.
Thursdays, July 11 - August 15, 12:15pm

It's Out of this World: Stories of Space and Beyond
Music, video, and exciting science fiction stories await children entering grades 1-4+ in this entertaining and interactive experience!
Thursdays, July 11 - August 15, 3pm

Space Crafts and Fun
Older children (entering grades 3-6) will relish making crafts and learning about the outer reaches of the universe. Join us for this highly enjoyable experience!
Thursdays, July 11- August 15, 3pm

Space Games and Chess
For the intellectually curious, children 8 and up can learn the rudiments of chess and revel in brand new board games with a space theme!
Thursdays, July 11 - August 15, 4:45pm

Family Scavenger Hunt
Earn a small prize while seeking answers to space trivia or library questions!
Fridays, July 12 - August 16, 3pm

Games and Legos
Board games and Legos inspire creativity and conversation. Join us in our program room and engage in screen-free time with your children during the hot summer months!
Fridays, July 12 - August 16, 4pm

Board Games for Teens
Play games with each other and see who will come out on top!
Fridays, August 2, 9, 3pm

Special Teen Craft for End of Summer
Enjoy a special creative program made just for teens!
Friday, August 16, 3pm

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

Potions Class with Harry Potter
Celebrate Harry Potter's birthday by making potions out of surprising ingredients. This is suggested for ages 6-12.
Thursday, August 1, 5pm

Build a Catapult
Learn to fly by launching birds across the room. With a new Angry Birds movie coming out, we'll be building catapults to make our toy birds extra angry. This is suggested for ages 6-12.
Thursday, August 8, 5pm

Build a Rocket Ship
Celebrate the last few weeks of summer by building a rocket and launching it across the room. This is suggested for ages 6-12.
Thursday, August 15, 5pm

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

Weaving Your Colors
Weave your favorite colors into a cup to keep or give as a gift.
Tuesday, August 13, 3pm

Celebration!
Receive your certificate, play some games, and share some light refreshments.
Tuesday, August 20, 2:30pm

Early Learners Celebration!
Receive your certificates, play some games, and share light refreshments.
Wednesday, August 21, 11am

Laurelton
134-26 225 Street
(718) 528-2822

A Universe of Stories
Read one or more books this summer and receive a certificate and prizes. Report on books and enjoy games, puzzles, and crafts. This program is for ages 6 – 12. Registration is required
Mondays, July 8 - August 5, 2:30pm

Read to Me Club: A Universe of Stories
Enjoy stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts with your toddler. Read one book or more to your child and receive a certificate and prizes. Ages: 18 months — 5 years. Registration is required.
Wednesday, July 10 - August 7, 10:30am

Teen Club
Join us for our teens' summer reading time. We'll be doing crafts, talking about books, playing games, and more!
Fridays, August 2, 9, 16, 23, 11am

Lefrak City
98-30 57 Avenue, Corona
(718) 592-7677

Make Your Own Space Alien
Children ages 6-12 will have fun using a variety of materials to create their own space alien.
Monday, August 12, 4pm

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Major support provided by New York Life Foundation, the city-wide sponsor for the Summer Reading Program.