Posted in General | December 14, 2022
Do you remember your first library card? I do.
I was eight years old when my mother took me to the South Hollis branch of Queens Public Library. She told me to speak up and tell the librarian that I wanted a library card. I am still astounded by the idea that there’s a place…
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Posted in General | October 3, 2022
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…
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Posted in General | May 1, 2022
It's Mental Health Awareness Month, and QPL is highlighting the importance of mental health in the lives of all Americans at every age and stage of life.
Each year, we provide support and educate the public through our programs and services.
Join us for virtual and in-person…
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Posted in General | May 1, 2022
It's Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and we're excited to celebrate AAPI contributions to our nation's history and culture.
Check out our booklists for adults, young adults, and children, join us for our virtual and in-person programs, and more.
Queens…
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Posted in General | April 21, 2022
It’s National Volunteer Week! Service Takes Many Forms here at the Library, and this year we want to highlight the winners of the Friends of QPL Shining Star Award.
The Shining Star Award is given to individual Friends members that demonstrate exceptional leadership qualities…
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