Know Your Vote: How to Change Society

Monday, October 25, 5pm

Do you know all of the city offices that are on the ballot this election?  Do you know what those offices do? In this event for adults and teens, learn about these different offices and the impact voting really has on your city and your day-to-day life. 
Join here: https://queenslib.org/2YXAiV2
This program is made possible by the GoVoteNYC Fund in The New York Community Trust.

Algorithm Accountability: An Introduction to NYC’s Algorithm Policy

Tuesday, October 5, 4pm

You might have heard the word algorithm used when talking about social media or maybe even on an episode of Black Mirror. But what are algorithms, and how are they impacting you? We seek to provide a basic understanding of an algorithm during this virtual forum, utilizing actual examples of real scenarios used in City government today. The panel will build on the fundamentals, offering a comprehensive overview of the algorithms management policy office and its key provisions. In addition, we will address our public engagement strategy and provide a clear understanding of our role and impact.
Register in advance for this webinar: https://nypl.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ghpicZvwR9u60Qqsny1Ypg
This event is co-sponsored by the New York City Mayor’s Office of Operations, Brooklyn Public Library, New York Public Library and Queens Public Library. This event is supported by the GoVoteNYC Fund in The New York Community Trust.

2021 Local Elections in NYC and You!

All programs are from 6-7:30pm
Spanish: Thursday, October 7: https://www.mobilize.us/democracynyc/event/412724/
Bangla: Thursday, October 14: https://www.mobilize.us/democracynyc/event/412734/
Haitian Creole: Monday, October 18: https://www.mobilize.us/democracynyc/event/412756/
Mandarin: Thursday, October 21: https://www.mobilize.us/democracynyc/event/412755/
Hindi: Thursday, October 28: https://www.mobilize.us/democracynyc/event/412759/

This year, New Yorkers will elect a new mayor, comptroller, borough presidents, and city council members. Important issues like environmental justice, redistricting, and voting regulations will also be on the ballot in November.
Register and join us to learn about the 2021 general elections in NYC and how you can make a difference.
DemocracyNYC and NYC Votes are hosts of this virtual program, which is co-sponsored by Queens Public Library, Brooklyn Public Library, and New York Public Library. Queens Public Library’s voter activities are supported by the GoVoteNYC Fund in The New York Community Trust.

NYC Flood Resiliency: Ask the Experts

Tuesday, October 19, 7pm

Register for this free program. Learn about flood resiliency in New York City from small discussion sessions with guest experts Karen Imas from the Waterfront Alliance, Alex Zablocki from the Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy, and Mitch Waxman from the Newtown Creek Alliance. Ask questions and share your own stories about flooding events in your neighborhood. This program is offered in partnership with Brooklyn Public Library, New York Public Library, and Queens Public Library, and supported by the GoVoteNYC Fund in The New York Community Trust. Register and attend here: https://queenslib.org/3tYgxYN

CBH Talk: Break Glass In Case of Emergency: Why Democracy Education Is Not a Drill

Monday, October 25, 6:30pm

Join us for a conversation with an ideologically, demographically, and professionally diverse group of experts about the budding movement to prioritize civics and history education nationwide, the challenge of coming to consensus on how and what we teach, and why this movement is critical to reestablishing a healthy democracy.
Register and get more information here: https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/cbh-talk-break-glass-case-virtual-20211025
This program is offered in partnership with Brooklyn Public Library, Queens Public Library & New York Public Library, and supported by the GoVoteNYC Fund in The New York Community Trust.

Tuning into the Issues: A Conversation Hosted by Ralph McDaniels on Instagram Live

Thursday, October 28, 7pm

Join Ralph McDaniels and special guests, including musical artist Akinyemi, in a conversation about what New York City can do to recover better in 2022 when a new group of elected officials are sworn in. They will dive into the issues of education, mental health, and local elections, and what we can do. Tune in live on our Instagram page, https://www.instagram.com/QPLNYC or @QPLNYC.
This event is supported by the GoVoteNYC Fund in The New York Community Trust.

Drag Queen Story Hour Book Club with Rev. Yolanda and Prof. Lionel Longlegs

Friday, October 29, 7pm

How far would you go to make sure your vote counted? Celebrate this November election with a special edition of DQSH Book Club for teens and young adults! Join Rev. Yolanda and Prof. Lionel Longlegs as they lead discussions and read excerpts from rom-com The Voting Booth by Stonewall Award-winning Brandy Colbert. To attend register here: https://queenslib.org/3lYcrgY
This program is made possible by the GoVoteNYC Fund in the New York Community Trust.

The Vocal Vote with The Dream Unfinished, an Activist Orchestra

Monday, November 1, 5pm

Get inspired to get out the vote for our future this general election! Join The Dream Unfinished, an Activist Orchestra, and other presenters for an hour of dramatic readings of speeches by historical figures curated with art song and a voting rights Q&A. This program is supported by the GoVoteNYC Fund in The New York Community Trust. Watch live on our Facebook page, https:// www.facebook.com/QPLNYC.

NYC After the Election

Thursday, November 4, 7pm

From climate change and COVID-19 to election reform and criminal justice, New York's new mayor will contend with some of the most challenging problems the city has faced in years. What measures and reforms will the city's new leaders implement to ensure fair elections, combat rising violent crime amid calls for police reform, and contend with the threats of climate change that are more visible now than ever before? What can become of this great city and its inhabitants under the promise of a new administration?
Register & get more information here: https://www.showclix.com/event/nycaftertheelection/tag/trili
This program is offered in partnership with Brooklyn Public Library, Queens Public Library & New York Public Library, and supported by the GoVoteNYC Fund in The New York Community Trust.

Queens Public Library’s voter education and engagement activities are made possible by the GoVoteNYC Fund in The New York Community Trust.