Early Learning Services at Queens Public Library
Toddler Learning CentersDesigned to serve the needs of toddlers (approx. ages 18-38 months) and their caretakers, Toddler Learning Centers (TLCs) are hosted at multiple Queens Public Library locations across the borough. Over the course of five workshops, early learning professionals offer caregivers guidance about specific topics, including speech development, nutrition, early literacy, gross motor development, and more, while children play in a safe, nurturing environment and participate in guided activities. View below participating libraries and program dates. To sign-up, please call or visit an available location.
Please check if preregistration is required by contacting the library directly. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to space limitations, families may only enroll for one series at one location at a time.
Fall 2023 Locations and DatesASTORIA
14-01 Astoria Boulevard
718-278-2220
Fridays at 11am, October 6, 13, 20, 27; November 3
BAISLEY PARK
117-11 Sutphin Boulevard
718-529-1590
Wednesdays at 10:30am, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
214-20 Northern Boulevard
718-229-1834
Wednesdays at 10:30am, September 20, 27; October 4, 11, 18
BRIARWOOD
85-12 Main Street
718-658-1680
Mondays at 10:30am, September 18, 25; October 2, 16, 23 CENTRAL LIBRARY (CHILDREN’S LIBRARY DISCOVERY CENTER)
89-11 Merrick Boulevard
718-990-0767
Thursdays at 10:30am, October 12, 19, 26; November 2, 9
CORONA
38-23 104 Street
718-426-2844
Thursdays at 10:30am, October 19, 26; November 2, 9, 16
EAST FLUSHING
196-36 Northern Boulevard
718-357-6643
Fridays at 10:30am, October 6, 13, 20, 27; November 3
FLUSHING
41- 17 Main Street
718-661-1200
Thursdays at 11am, September 28; October 5, 12, 19, 26
ELMHURST
86-07 Broadway
718-271-1020
Wednesdays at 10:30am, September 20, 27; October 4, 11, 18
FOREST HILLS
108-19 71 Avenue
718-268-7934
Fridays at 10:30am, October 6, 13, 20, 27; November 3
256-04 Union Turnpike
718-831-8636
Fridays at 10:30am, September 22, 29; October 6, 13, 20
GLENDALE
78-60 73 Place
718-821-4980
Wednesdays at 10:30am, September 20, 27; October 4, 11, 18
HOLLIS
202-05 Hillside Avenue
718-465-7355
Fridays at 11am, October 20, 27; November 3, 10, 17
HOWARD BEACH
92-06 156 Avenue
718-641-7086
Tuesdays at 2pm, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
JACKSON HEIGHTS
35-51 81 Street
718-899-2500
Fridays at 10:30am, September 22, 29; October 6, 13, 20
LANGSTON HUGHES
100-01 Northern Boulevard
718-651-1100
Fridays at 11am, September 22, 29; October 6, 13, 20
LAURELTON
134-26 225 Street
718-528-2822
Wednesdays at 10:30am, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
MASPETH
69-70 Grand Avenue
718-639-5228
Fridays at 10:30am, September 22, 29; October 6, 13, 20
MCGOLDRICK
155-06 Roosevelt Avenue
718-461-1616
Fridays at 10:30am, October 6, 13, 20, 27; November 3
OZONE PARK
92-24 Rockaway Boulevard
718-845-3127
Wednesdays at 10:30am, September 27; October 4, 11, 18, 25
PENINSULA
92-25 Rockaway Beach Boulevard
718-634-1110
Wednesdays at 11:30am, September 27; October 4, 11, 18, 25
POPPENHUSEN
121-23 14 Avenue
718-359-1102
Wednesdays at 10:30am, November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
QUEENS VILLAGE
94-11 217th Street
718-776-6800
Wednesdays at 10:30am, September 20, 27; October 4, 11, 18
RICHMOND HILL
118-14 Hillside Avenue
718-849-7150
Fridays at 11:30am, September 29; October 6, 13, 20, 27
RIDGEWOOD
20-12 Madison Street
718-821-4770
Fridays at 10:30am, September 22, 29; October 6, 13, 20
SOUTH HOLLIS
204-01 Hollis Avenue
718-465-6779
Fridays at 11am, October 6, 13, 20, 27; November 3
WOODHAVEN
85-41 Forest Parkway
718-849-1010
Mondays at 10:30am, Sept 18, 25; October 2, 16, 23
WOODSIDE
54-22 Skillman Avenue
718-429-4700
Mondays at 10am, September 18, 25; October 2, 16, 23
Kickoff to Kindergarten (K2K)
Kickoff to Kindergarten enables young children, ages 3-5, to develop their early literacy skills—and begin a lifelong love of reading! Meanwhile parents and caregivers are guided to become confident in their ability to support their child’s development. Classes are offered virtually and in-person, with translation support in Mandarin Chinese and Spanish.
Over 7 weeks, weekly group sessions for kids and caregivers feature:
- Guided activities
- Storytimes
- Tips for promoting at-home literacy
- Opportunities for private, personalized guidance and feedback
Virtual Classes
Pre-registration is available year-round. You will be added to a waitlist and contacted when your child is eligible for the next available season. We are currently enrolling for Fall 2023! Preregister here to receive enrollment details.
Fall 2023 Virtual Class Schedule
Tuesdays at 4pm, October 3, 10, 17, 24; November 7, 14, 21 (no class on Oct. 31)
Thursdays at 5pm, October 5, 12, 19, 26; November 2, 9, 16
Saturdays at 1pm, September 30; October 7, 14, 21, 28; November 4, 18 (no class on Nov. 11)
In-person Classes
In-person classes are held at select libraries. For Fall 2023, in-person classes will be held at the locations listed below. Dates and class times will be announced soon. Please check this page regularly for updates. To sign up for in-person classes, please call or visit your preferred location.
Fall 2023 In-person Class Locations; Dates will be announced soon
85-12 Main Street
718-658-1680
CORONA
38-23 104 Street
718-426-2844
FLUSHING
41- 17 Main Street
718-661-1200
WINDSOR PARK
79-50 Bell Boulevard, Bayside
718-468-8300
Learn more about this program here.
Email K2K@queenslibrary.org for more information.
Kickoff to Kindergarten (K2K) En Español
Familias pueden participar en Kickoff to Kindergarten cuando su niño tenga entre 3 y 5 años de edad. K2K está siendo ofrecido virtualmente y en person en bibliotecas selectas. Familias inscritas en el programa participarán en clases en grupo y tendrán oportunidades para hablar privadamente con la maestra para preguntas y sugerencias. Las clases se ofrecen virtualmente y en persona, con traducciones disponibles en español y chino mandarín.
Durante 7 semanas, las sesiones grupales semanales para niños y cuidadores incluyen:
- Actividades guiadas
- Cuentos
- Consejos para promover la alfabetización en el hogar
- Oportunidades de orientación y comentarios privados y personalizados
Clases Virtuales
La preinscripción está disponible todo el año. Se le agregara a una lista de espera y se le contactara cuando su niño sea elegible para la proxima temporada disponible. ¡Actualmente estamos matriculando para las clases en otoño 2023! Preinscríbase aquí para recibir detalles de inscripción.
Horario de clases virtuales de otoño de 2023
los martes a las 4pm, 3, 10, 17, 24 de octubre; 7, 14 y 21 de noviembre (no habrá clases el 31 de octubre)
los jueves a las 5pm, 5, 12, 19, 26 de octubre; 2, 9, 16 de noviembre
sábados a la 1 pm, 30 de septiembre; 7, 14, 21, 28 de octubre; 4 y 18 de noviembre (no habrá clases el 11 de noviembre)
Clases Presenciales
Las clases en persona se llevan a cabo en bibliotecas seleccionadas. Para el otoño de 2023, las clases presenciales se llevarán a cabo en las siguientes sucursales. Próximamente se anunciarán las fechas y horarios de clases. Consulte esta página periódicamente para obtener actualizaciones. Para inscribirse en clases presenciales, llame o visite su ubicación preferida.
Otoño de 2023 Lugares de clases presenciales; Las fechas se anunciarán pronto.
85-12 Main Street
718-658-1680
CORONA
38-23 104 Street
718-426-2844
FLUSHING
41- 17 Main Street
718-661-1200
WINDSOR PARK
79-50 Bell Boulevard, Bayside
718-468-8300
Aprende mas sobre este programa aquí.
Mande un email a K2K@queenlibrary.org si tiene otras preguntas.
Storytimes at Queens Public Library Programs: These are location-initiated programs that happen in English and Spanish consistently and have happened in Bengali, Russian, Polish, and Mandarin when the children’s librarian can facilitate.
- Mother Goose Storytime: birth to crawlers (birth- ~6 months)
- Toddler Storytime: crawlers to early walkers (~6-18 months)
- Picture Book Storytime: early walkers to runners (~18-36 months)
- Story Hour: runners to jumpers (~3-5 years)
- Wednesdays at all locations
