Queens Public Library joins our City in celebrating Italian Heritage Day & Indigenous Peoples’ Day, which honors the past, present, and future contributions of Indigenous communities and Italian Americans.
In 2021, President Biden issued a proclamation recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day, the resilience and strength of Indigenous peoples, and “the immeasurable positive impact that they have made on every aspect of American society."
October is also Italian-American Heritage and Culture Month, which honors the achievements and contributions of Italian immigrants and their descendants living in the United States.
Join QPL in celebrating these important cultural holidays with our upcoming programs, plus booklists for adults, teens, and kids!
All QPL locations will be closed on Monday, October 10 in observance of Italian Heritage Day & Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Programs
Mni: A Celebration of Water & Women in Indigenous Dance
Thursday, October 13, 6pm
Central Library, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard
Italian Heritage Month Celebration for Children (Virtual)
Wednesday, October 19, 3pm
Join Ms. Lucy and Mrs. Deborah from Mitchell-Linden Library to celebrate Italian Heritage Month! Children will hear stories and Italian songs for kids, then learn how to make delicious pizza and a simple tambourine, a popular Italian musical instrument.
In order to keep children safe online, please email Ms. Lucy at lucianne.pastorello@queenslibrary.org or come to Forest Hills Library or Mitchell-Linden Library for more information, including the link and password to join.
Booklists
Indigenous Heritage Adult Fiction
Indigenous Heritage Adult Nonfiction
Indigenous Heritage Books for Young Adults
Indigenous Heritage Picture Books
Indigenous Heritage Middle Grade Fiction
Indigenous Heritage Middle Grade Nonfiction Part 1
Indigenous Heritage Middle Grade Nonfiction Part 2