This April, QPL celebrates the culture of space exploration, all month long! Join us for space-themed science and art programs for kids, fascinating NASA presentations, book giveaways (in partnership with our friends at City’s First Readers), and much more. Learn more about…
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Do you have an old prom dress, tuxedo, or other formal wear taking up space in your closet? Please donate your formal wear for the 2nd annual Queens Public Library Prom Attire Collection and Giveaway Event! Your donation will help make prom a fun, fabulous, and memorable…
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We hope that you will join us for our special programs in honor of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. We also have recommendations for great books and movies about Dr. King, and a special resource from our Queens Memory team. All Queens Public Library locations…
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Book bans and challenges in the United States reached an all-time high in 2023 and are continuing at an alarming rate. It's more important than ever to stand united against censorship and protect the freedom to read. New York City’s three public library systems — Queens Public…
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Every year, Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15) celebrates the achievements of Hispanic Americans and their contributions to our nation and our culture. Our theme “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together” embodies the essence of the Hispanic journey and…
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