The Winter Wonderland Music, Bubble, and Comedy Show!

Friday, December 10, 4pm 

“Sleigh bells ring! Are you listening?” The Winter Wonderland Music, Bubble, and Comedy Show is a snowy “turtle-riffic” musical experience that is designed to engage children through winter songs, movement activities, big giant bubbles, children’s stories, and interactive music technology! The show is crafted to be inclusive for all children, including children on the autism spectrum, and a great time for parents and caregivers!  Tune in on YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/QueensPublicLibrary, or on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/QPLNYC. 

Culture Connection: "A Christmas Carol" Holiday Reading by Award-Winning Narrator Edoardo Ballerini

Friday, December 10, 7pm

Culture Connection is happy to present a special holiday treat.  Critically acclaimed veteran film and TV actor Edoardo Ballerini (“The Sopranos” (HBO), “Boardwalk Empire” (HBO))  will be returning to read excerpts from Charles Dickens “A Christmas Carol.”  Mr. Ballerini is a two-time winner of the Audiobook Publishers Association’s Best Male Narrator in addition to being named a “Golden Voice” by AudioFile Magazine. Mr. Ballerini has won the Audie Award (2013, Beautiful Ruins, by Jess Walter; 2019, “Watchers” by Dean Koontz) and recorded over 300 titles, from classics by Tolstoy, Whitman and Camus, to best-sellers by Andre Aciman, Isabel Allende, and, most recently, Amor Towels’ “The Lincoln Highway.” He is also a two-time winner of the Society of Voice Arts Award and was recently featured in a New York Times Magazine profile “The Voice of God.”  This program will be introduced by Laurence Frommer. Watch on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/QPLNYC. 

Celebrate an Italian Christmas with Michela Musolino and Friends

Tuesday, December 14, 6pm 

This is a Christmas celebration rich in atmosphere and traditional Italian Christmas songs, but with a touch of American vibes! Join us for a way to celebrate Christmas and share emotions with all our friends in the Italian-American community and beyond. All are invited to this virtual concert:  These are songs to make your heart sing and your feet dance! Watch on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/QPLNYC or on our YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/QueensPublicLibrary.

Culture Connection: Holiday Music Spectacular with The Riley Mulherkar Trio Featuring Vuyo Sotashe

Friday, December 17, 7pm 

Riley Mulherkar is a bandleader, composer, arranger, educator, and advocate for jazz and the arts.  He works with a number of leading artists of our time, including Wynton Marsalis and Tony Award winner Alan Cumming, and is a founding member of The Westerlies.  Riley is a faculty member of The College of Performing Arts at The New School. Vuyo Sotashe is a New York based vocalist, composer, and performer originally from South Africa. Since moving to the United states as a Fulbright Scholar, he has performed with celebrated jazz legends including Dee Dee Bridgewater, Jimmy Heath, George Benson, and Al Jarreau, to name a few.  Recently, Vuyo appeared with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra as a featured artist on their 2018 Tour. Vuyo also performs as one of the fronting vocalists of Mwenso and the Shakes, while leading his own ensemble appearing on stages across the United States, and around the world. Watch on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/QPLNYC. 

Holiday Clay Ornaments: A Workshop for Adults

Saturday, December 18, 2:30pm

Patricia Brintle uses air-dry clay to show you how to create beautiful holiday ornaments for decoration in and around your home. Pick up your materials at the East Elmhurst Library from December 10th until the day of the workshop, while supplies last. Supplies will be available for up to 20 participants. This program is funded by Council Member Francisco Moya's office. Join us here: http://queenslib.org/3rtjO3k

Celebrate Christmas with the Filipino School of New York & New Jersey

Saturday, December 18, 3:30pm 

The Filipino School of New York & New Jersey is proud to bring you “Pinoy Pasko” (Filipino Christmas) in partnership with the Queens Public Library. Come join us in our virtual Christmas concert featuring the board, staff, students, families, and friends of the school singing some of your Filipino holiday favorites. Watch on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/QPLNYC. 

Christmas with a Twist Performed by Empowering Communities Through Art Organization

Monday, December 20, 5pm 

Get into the holiday spirit with this special performance of music, dance, and drama to celebrate Christmas.  Whether it’s singing along to "Deck the Halls," listening to a dramatic reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas or enjoying an excerpt from The Nutcracker, there’s something there for everyone! Watch on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/QPLNYC.

Titan Theatre Company: Video Performance Reading of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol

Wednesday, December 22, 7pm

This holiday season, we are bringing back the Titan family to warm hearts and brighten spirits the best way they know how – through great storytelling! The Titan Theatre company presents a special 70-minute reading of Charles Dickens’ timeless novella A Christmas Carol followed by a brief concert featuring cast members Bailey Seeker, Julia Klinestiver, and Marcus Martin. Join us for this highly anticipated virtual production that is sure to rekindle your creative spirit. Register with Titan Theatre by emailing contact@titantheatrecompany.com; a free ticket will be sent the day before the screening. View between 7 & 11pm. 

Holiday Carols: The STAR Singers and the QPL Ukulele Strummers Perform 

Thursday, December 23, 11am 

Senior Theater Acting Repertory STAR Singers and the QPL Ukulele Strummers present a festive program of holiday carols. STAR is a resident acting group associated with the Queens Village Library for over two decades. Support these tech savvy seniors as they bring you an hour of merriment and song. Join here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85964843926?pwd=LzNINGJvby9WNUU4aUlVYTNPOHBtdz09