Summer Reading 2019

A Universe of Stories

Programs

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Queensboro Hill
60-05 Main Street, Flushing
(718) 359-8332

Teen Book Club
We bring the book, you bring yourself, and we read together. The book is "On a Sunbeam" by Tillie Walden, a graphic novel about space, love, and loss.
Wednesdays, July 3 - August 21, 4pm

Star Wars Coding Series for Kids
Children ages 8-12 will design and code their own Star Wars-themed video on the computer using the Scratch interface.
Tuesdays, July 9, 23, August 6, 20, 2pm

Kids Make a 3-D Earth
Children will learn about and make their own 3-D Earth.
Monday, August 5, 4pm

Make Your Own Aurora for Kids
Children ages 4-12 will make and learn about their own colorful auroras using paint.
Friday, August 9, 4pm

Moon Craft and Storytime for Kids
Children ages 4-12 will hear stories about the moon. A moon craft will follow the stories.
Monday, August 12, 2pm

Planet Earth Crafts for Toddlers
Toddlers ages 2-5 will make their own planet Earth!
Tuesday, August 13, 2pm

Mini Rocket Storytime and Craft for Kids
Children ages 5-12 will hear stories that have rockets. Then they will make their own mini rockets.
Thursday, August 15, 2pm

Family Movie: "Lego Movie 2"
Come and join us for this fun second part of the Lego Movie (2019, PG).
Monday, August 19, 4pm

Summer Reading Club Party
We will have a party celebrating those children who completed their summer reading log. There will be a surprise at our party! Only those with a completed summer reading log will be allowed to enter. There will be cool stories and a craft.
Tuesday, September 3, 3pm

Queens Village
94-11 217 Street
(718) 776-6800

Toddler Time in Space!
Children ages 2-4 and their parents or caregivers are welcome to join us for songs and stories.
Wednesdays, July 3 - August 28, 11am

Crayon Art
We will continue the fun after storytime, with coloring pages and crayons in the Children's Room!
Wednesdays, July 3 - August 28, 11:30am

Movies in Space
Join us to watch a space-themed children's movie! All movies will be rated G or PG.
Thursdays, July 11 - August 15, 3:30pm

Pajama Storytime
Children ages 18 months to five years are invited to join us for stories, finger plays, and fun! Feel free to dress children in slippers and pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed animal.
Thursdays, July 11 - August 15, 6pm

Game Day
Children of all ages are welcome to join game day for some board game fun.
Fridays, July 12 - August 16, 2pm

Prenda Code Club for Children
Join us in the weekly coding club for children ages 8 to 14. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wednesday, July 31 - August 28, 3:30pm

Force Awakens
Children in grades K to 6 can become Jedi masters and make their own lightsabers.
Thursday, August 1, 2pm

Blast Off Rocket Frame Program
In this fun, hands-on activity children will make their own rocket picture frame. This program is for children ages 2 to 4.
Tuesday, August 6, 2pm

Space Rock Painting
Children in grades K-6 can join us to paint outer space rocks!
Thursday, August 8, 2pm

Stained Glass Earth Suncatchers
Children ages 2 to 4 can join us for an out-of-this-world project to create stained glass Earth suncatchers!
Tuesday, August 13, 2pm

Rego Park
91-41 63 Drive
(718) 459-5140

Astrology Trivia
Test your knowledge about the astrological signs by participating in astrology trivia. Preregistration is not required but the activity is limited to the first 15 tweens who are going to Grades 6-8 in September. Tickets will be given out in front of the Multipurpose Room ten minutes before the activity starts.
Tuesday, August 6, 3pm

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

Sleepover Space Storytime!
Kids can wear their pajamas to join us for a special evening storytime, where we will create our very own starlit night in a cup! Ages 2-6, registration is required; contact the children's librarian.
Monday, August 26, 5pm

End of Summer Reading Party!
Come celebrate all your summer reading achievements with games, awards, and prizes! All ages welcome!
Thursday, August 29, 4:30pm

Ridgewood
20-12 Madison Street
(718) 821-4770

Toddler Time
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited for stories, songs, and games.
Mondays, July 1 - August 26, 11:30am

Toddler Craft
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to make a seasonal craft. A parent or caregiver must be present.
Mondays, July 1 - August 26, 12pm

Book Buddies
Partner with a book buddy this summer to read something new.
Mondays, July 1 - August 26, 2pm

Comics Club
Read and create your own comics.
Tuesdays, July 2 - August 27, 2pm

Board Games
Join us for all types of board games.
Wednesdays, July 3 - August 28, 2pm

Book Buddies
Partner with a book buddy this summer to read something new.
Fridays, July 5 - August 30, 2pm

Typing Challenge
Get ready for next school year and challenge yourself, friends, and the librarians to improve your typing skills.
Mondays, July 8 - August 26; Wednesdays, July 10 - August 21, 11am

Make Your Own Magazine
Children and teens are invited to create their own magazine compiled of reviews of books, comics, movies, video games, and more this summer for their friends and classmates.
Thursdays, July 11 - August 29, 2pm

Thursday Nights in the Garden
Thursdays, July 11 - August 29, 6pm

Out of this World Explorations
Each Friday we’ll explore outer space through arts, crafts, and more!
Fridays, July 12 - August 23, 3pm

Theater Fun
Play fun theater games and create your own play to be performed at the end of the summer.
Fridays, July 12 - August 23, 4pm

Spaceship Building Launch
Come build a space station with library staff in the teen area throughout the month of August using newspapers and other recycled materials.
Thursday, August 1, 2pm

Escape Room in Outer Space
You and your friends have an important mission – to escape the room! Solve puzzles and find clues in this outer space-themed escape room adventure.
Wednesday, August 28, 11am

End of the Summer Party
Say goodbye to the summer at our end of summer reading party.
Friday, August 30, 2pm

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

Prenda Code Club for Children
Join us in the weekly coding club for children ages 8 to 12. Unable to attend the weekly meetings? You can also learn at home once you create an account at the Rochdale Village Library. Call 718-723-4440 to preregister.
Tuesdays, July 2 - August 27, 2:30pm

Dance, Dance Storytime
Celebrate a universe of stories! Enjoy stories and dancing for children ages birth to 5. Dancing is a great way to bond with your child and burn a little energy at the same time. Here are just a few skills children develop while dancing: balance, coordination, rhythm, social skills, self-esteem, body awareness, listening skills, and gross and fine motor skills. We expect this program to be "out of this world." Siblings are always welcome.
Wednesdays, July 3 - August 28, 10:30am

Playdate at the Library
Children and their caregivers can build friendships while enjoying the library's toys, games, puzzles, and more. Siblings are always welcome.
Wednesdays, July 3 - August 28, 11:15am

Book Buddies
Teens will read with younger children.
Wednesdays, July 3 - August 14, 2:30pm

Constellation Circuitry
In this out-of-this-world workshop, children and teens will learn the basics of circuitry by wiring constellation art to light up using copper tape, LED lights, and a small battery.
Friday, August 2, 2:30pm

Space Cinema for Adults: "Star Trek" (2009)
Beat the heat and cool off while watching a space-themed movie! This week we will screen "Star Trek" (2009, PG-13*). The brash James T. Kirk tries to live up to his father's legacy with Mr. Spock keeping him in check as a vengeful Romulan from the future creates black holes to destroy the Federation one planet at a time.*Space Cinema Saturday movies are not suitable for young children. Adults and teens are welcome.
Saturday, August 3, 1pm

"Moon Day" - Moon Cardboard Challenge
What would it be like to live on the moon? We’ll share "To The Moon!" by Jodie Shepherd. Then we’ll brainstorm about items that we would need. Participants will design a cardboard version of something they would need or want to have on the moon. You may bring cereal boxes and paper towel rolls, but all materials will be provided. This program is geared for school-age children.
Monday, August 5, 2:30pm

Family Space Cinema: "Monsters Vs. Aliens"
Visit the Queens Public Library in Rochdale Village to watch the space-themed family movie "Monsters Vs. Aliens" (2009, PG). In this family movie, Susan Murphy gets turned into a giant monster on her wedding day when she is hit by a meteorite. She is taken to a secret government compound where she meets a ragtag group of monsters. The Monsters are called into action to combat the aliens and save the world from imminent destruction.
Wednesday, August 7, 2:30pm

Futuristic Friday
Budding scientists, engineers, and artists can enjoy STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) challenges. All ages welcome.
Friday, August 9, 2:30pm

Space Cinema for Adults: "Interstellar"
Beat the heat and cool off while watching a space-themed movie! This week we will screen "Interstellar" (2014, PG-13*). A team of explorers travel through a wormhole in space in an attempt to ensure humanity's survival. *Space Cinema Saturday movies are not suitable for young children. Adults and teens are welcome.
Saturday, August 10, 1pm

"Moon Day" - Reflecting Light
Did you know that the moon reflects the sun’s light? We will share the book "The House in the Night" by Susan Marie Swanson. We'll then do some experiments with reflections. This program is geared for school-age children.
Monday, August 12, 2:30pm

Family Space Cinema: "Ender's Game"
Visit the Queens Public Library in Rochdale Village to watch the space-themed family movie titled "Ender's Game" (2013, PG-13). Young Ender Wiggin is recruited by the International Military to lead the fight against the Formics, an insectoid alien race who had previously tried to invade Earth and had inflicted heavy losses on humankind.
Wednesday, August 14, 2:30pm

End of Summer Reading Party!
Come celebrate all your summer reading achievements with games, awards, and prizes! All ages welcome!
Thursday, August 15, 2:30pm

Space Cinema for Adults: "*Batteries Not Included"
Beat the heat and cool off while watching a space-themed movie! This week we will screen "*Batteries Not Included" (1987, PG**). Apartment block tenants seek the aid of alien mechanical life-forms to save their building from demolition. **Space Cinema Saturday movies are not suitable for young children. Adults and teens are welcome.
Saturdays, August 17, 1pm

Family Space Cinema: "Mars Needs Moms"
Visit the Queens Public Library in Rochdale Village to watch the space-themed family movie titled "Mars Needs Moms" (2011, PG). This family movie questions, "Who needs moms, anyway?" Nine-year-old Milo finds out just how much he needs his mom when she's nabbed by Martians, who plan to steal her mom-ness for their own young. Milo's quest to save his mom involves stowing away on a spaceship, navigating an elaborate, multi-level planet, and taking on the alien nation and their leader.
Wednesday, August 21, 2:30pm

Twilight Tales
Children ages 18 months to 5 years and their parents or caregivers will listen to classic stories, old and new, and learn songs and finger plays. We'll also make a quick craft. Feel free to wear your slippers and pajamas, and please bring a flashlight. Space is limited.
Thursday, August 22, 6pm

Space Cinema for Adults: "Spaceballs"
Beat the heat and cool off while watching a space themed movie! This week we will screen "Spaceballs" (1987, PG*). A rogue star pilot and his trusty sidekick must come to the rescue of a princess and save the galaxy from a ruthless race of beings known as Spaceballs. *Space Cinema Saturday movies are not suitable for young children. Adults and teens are welcome.
Saturday, August 24, 1pm

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

Read to Me!
Children under 5 years old and their caregivers will enjoy a reading of picture books, interlaced with music, finger plays, and dancing. The program will end with age-appropriate arts and crafts, related to this year's Summer Reading Theme!
Wednesdays, July 3 - August 28, 11:30am

Playtime
Children are invited to explore educational fun toys and coloring in a relaxing atmosphere.
Saturdays, August 3, 17, 31, 1pm

Teen Time!
Come join us as we complete fun crafts and discuss books from the Summer Reading booklists!
Mondays, August 5, 19, 2:30pm

Crafts in Space
Come join us as we make crafts that are out of this world!
Mondays, August 12, 26, 2:30pm

The Force Awakens!
Come join us as we prepare to become Jedi masters and make our own lightsabers!
Wednesday, August 21, 2:30pm

St. Albans
191-05 Linden Boulevard
(718) 528-8196

Read-To-Me Ages 0-5
Come in with the little one to participate in books, songs, and crafts. Receive a book log to log their books and time being read to. This is for children ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers.
Wednesdays, July 10 - August 21, 10am

Summer Reading: Grades 1-6
This is a Summer Reading Club fun for school-age children in grades 1-6. Log your books and reading time. Meet new people, make new friends, and participate in fun activities.
Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2pm

DIY Moon Rocks
Join us for this fun and creative craft.
Monday, August 12, 1pm

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