Howard Beach
92-06 156 Avenue
(718) 641-7086
A Century of Courage Films
A Century of Courage presents films with a strong female lead.
March 7 - "On The Basis of Sex" (PG-13)
March 14 - "A League of Their Own" (PG)
March 21 - "Brave" (PG)
March 28 - "Moana" (PG)
Saturdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28, 2pm
Hunters Point
47-40 Center Blvd.
(718) 990-4150
Thursday Night Trivia
Come join us for a fun-filled battle of the wits and test your knowledge against friends, as we celebrate the contributions of women, both past and present! Winners will go home with a prize. This program is part of a series celebrating Women's History Month.
Thursday, March 19, 6pm
Karaoke for Teens/Tweens
Let's celebrate female vocalists from the past to the present for Women's History Month.
Friday, March 20, 4pm
Lecture on Tiffany Glass
In honor of Women's History Month, the Executive Director of the Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass, Lindsy Parrott, will give a lecture on the women working for renowned artist Louis C. Tiffany.
Saturday, March 28, 2:30pm
Coasters and Votes
Join us as we create coasters that celebrate the suffragists and the centennial of women's right to vote in America! All supplies will be provided.
Monday, March 30, 6pm
Flushing
41-17 Main Street
(718) 661-1200
Interfaith Breakfast
Domestic violence is now a leading cause of homelessness in New York City, and accounts for one in every five homicides and two in every five reported assaults citywide. Each one of us has a powerful role to play in ending this destructive problem that affects so many people. Please join us to talk about how we can contribute to safer families and more peaceful communities.
Monday, March 9, 10am
A Century of Courage Film Screening: "Soul Surfer" - Rated PG
Based on a true story, a brave teen attempts a comeback at championship surfing after losing an arm in a shark attack (PG). *Auditorium*
Thursday, March 19, 6pm
Langston Hughes
100-01 Northern Boulevard
(718) 651-1100
Book Club for 1st to 4th Grade
Come and we will read about famous women artists such as Lois Ehlert, Frida Kahlo, Georgia O'Keefe, Zaha Hadid, and Faith Ringgold.
Tuesdays, March 3 - 31, 4:30pm
Curator's Choice
3/6, 3pm: "Chisholm '72: Unbought and Unbossed"
3/13, 3pm: "Toni Morrison : The Pieces I Am"
3/27, 2:30pm: "Bessie" starring Queen Latifah
Friday, March 6, 13, 3pm & Friday, March 27, 2:30pm
Celebrating Women's History Month: Who Am I? Frida Kahlo and Self-Portraits
This activity is designed to inspire students to answer the question “who am I?” and to create their own self-portraits. We will discuss legendary female Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, examine some of her work, and compare the process of self-portrait painting to taking selfies as a form of expression. Students will paint their own portrait on canvas and embellish it using sequins, ribbons, flowers, buttons, and other decorations.
Tuesday, March 10, 4:30pm
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, March 14, 2:00pm
Laurelton
134-26 225 Street
(718) 528-2822
Draw Night for Women's History Month
Draw Night at Laurelton celebrates women's history in March!
Mondays, March 2, 13, 30, 6pm
Saturday Movie "On the Basis of Sex"
Join the Laurelton Library for a screening of "On the Basis of Sex," the true story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her struggles for equal rights, and the early cases of a historic career that lead to her nomination and confirmation as U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice (2018, PG-13).
Saturday, March 7, 11am
Paint Night at Laurelton Library Celebrates Women's History Month
Paint Night at Laurelton celebrates women's history in March!
Monday, March 9 and 23, 6pm
Movie Nights
Join Laurelton Library for the screening of two movies celebrating empowering women in history.
3/12: "Hidden Figures" (2016, PG)
3/19: "Harriet" (2019, PG-13)
Thursdays, March 12 and 19, 5:30pm
North Hills
57-04 Marathon Parkway
(718) 225-3550
Family Films
Join us as we honor Women's History Month. Family films will include strong female characters.
3/6- “Mulan” (1998, G)
3/13- “Frozen 2” (2019, PG)
3/20- “Pocahontas” (1995, G)
3/27- “Tangled” (2010, PG)
Fridays, March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2:30pm
Women in Space / Astronaut Helmet
Join us as we honor the bright and courageous women who worked at NASA. Children will make a helmet craft. Children under 7 years should be accompanied by a grown-up. This for ages 3-12.
Monday, March 16, 2:30pm
Peninsula
92-25 Rockaway Beach Boulevard
(718) 634-1110
Women’s History Month Matching Card Game
Join us for our Women's History Month matching card game! Learn about famous women in history in a fun and educational way. This is for ages 6-12. Supplies are limited.
Tuesday, March 10, 4pm
Family Book Club for Women’s History Month!
Join us as children and their families discuss the book, "Madam C.J. Walker Builds a Business." This is for ages 6-12. Space is limited.
Tuesday, March 31, 4pm
Pomonok
158-21 Jewel Avenue
(718) 591-4343
Friends of Pomonok Present: "Alice's World" & "Women of Steel" Documentary Screenings & Discussion
Filmmaker Stuart Hersh will screen his acclaimed documentary "Alice's World" about Alice Austen (1866-1952), one of America's earliest female photographers, as well as the WWII documentary "Women of Steel' about the real-life Rosie the Riveters, the women who worked in America's steel mills and factories during WWII, in observance of Women's History Month and the 19th Amendment Centennial.
Thursday, March 5, 5:30pm
Friends of Pomonok Presents: "Chisholm '72: Unbought & Unbossed " Documentary
This documentary follows the political career of Shirley Chisholm, who campaigned to become the first African American woman to ever run for president. This is sponsored by the Friends of Pomonok Library in observance of the 19th Amendment Centennial and Women's History Month.
Thursday, March 19, 5:30pm
Poppenhusen
121-23 14 Avenue
(718) 359-1102
Women as Superheroes, Then and Now
Play our guessing game and learn about some amazing women who accomplished great things. Prizes for all! This is for school-age kids.
Thursday, March 19, 4:30pm
Queens Public Library for Teens
2002 Cornaga Ave
(718) 471-2573
Mothers of Science
We're celebrating mothers of science and engineering. Interested in being a scientist? They'll inspire you.
Thursday, March 5, 3pm
International Day of the Girl
Let's celebrate and empower girls! Come join us to celebrate who makes the world go round.
Thursday, March 19, 3pm
Celebrating the Most Powerful Women
Let's talk about how women make the world go around.
Monday, March 23, 2pm
Queensboro Hill
60-05 Main Street
(718) 359-8332
Girl Power for Kids! History of Trailblazing Women Storytime and Craft
Kids will learn about the history of women's rights and make a thank you pop up card for the fearless female hero of their choice!
Tuesday, March 3, 4pm
Girl Power for Kids! Aretha Franklin, Rock and Roll Leader
The children will learn about the fearless Aretha Franklin and her induction to the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of fame as the first female singer. They will listen to her music and sing to some of her songs.
Tuesday, March 10, 4pm
Girl Power for Kids! Amelia Earhart Storytime and Airplane Craft
Children will listen to stories about the life of Amelia Earhart. Then we will make our own airplane!
Tuesday, March 17, 4pm
Girl Power for Kids! Celebrate The Female Hero In Your Life Craft
We all are aware of famous heroes in the news and television, but you must have a female hero right in your own life! This program will be dedicated to celebrating the female heroes in our own lives, such as your mom, aunt, grandma, teacher, pastor, or someone else. We will make a beautiful birdhouse in their honor!
Tuesday, March 24, 4pm
Girl Power for Kids! Book Discussion of "Dragon Warrior" by Katie Zhao
"The Dragon Warrior" is a beautifully told story about family, friendship, and bravery. Faryn Liu and her brother have been trained by their grandfather to be warriors who fight for the gods ever since they were little kids, and when things take a sudden turn, they set off on a quest to prove their ability, along with Faryn’s best friend turned enemy, Moli. Come and discuss this book with us. Pick up a copy of the book from our librarian!
Tuesday, March 31, 4pm
Richmond Hill
118-14 Hillside Avenue
(718) 849-7150
Wednesday Afternoon Movie for Adults
Join us for a film celebrating Women's History Month.
Wednesdays, March 4, 11, 18, 25, 3pm
Ridgewood
20-12 Madison Street
(718) 821-4770
Breaking Boundaries in Science with Virtual Reality!
Explore the labs of Marie Curie, Jane Goodall, and Grace Hopper in virtual reality! Oculus Gos were provided by the Friends of Ridgewood Library.
Monday, March 9, 3:30pm & Wednesday, March 11, 1:00pm
Trivia
Join us for a special Women's History Month trivia program.
Tuesday, March 17, 3:30pm
Family Storytime
Join us for a special family storytime to celebrate courageous women throughout history.
Saturday, March 21, 10:30am
