This year, New York City has experienced a greater-than-usual influx of asylum seekers, and QPL is dedicated to providing support to these immigrants as they adjust to life in the United States. . Here are some ways that you can help our city's newcomers. We will continue to…
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What comes to mind when you think of philosophy? People in togas debating at a symposium? Academic professors in tweed suits? Neighborhood elders talking over a game of chess or Mahjong? Led by LaGuardia Community College professors Dr. Andrew McFarland and Dr. Cheri Carr,…
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The general election is today, Tuesday, November 8! Voters in New York will elect the New York State Governor, members of the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives, members of the State Senate and Assembly, and many other State offices. Voters will also have a say in…
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For 45 years, Queens Public Library’s New Americans Program (NAP) has proudly celebrated our borough’s outstanding diversity, while also supporting newcomers as they adjust to life in the United States. Join us on Saturday, November 19 as we honor NAP’s momentous anniversary…
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A picture from our 2017-2019 Queens Hip Hop Pioneers Photo Exhibit, curated by MFidel Photography. November is Hip Hop History Month! Join us and QPL Hip Hop Coordinator (and music legend) Ralph McDaniels all month long as we start getting ready for hip hop’s 50th anniversary…
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