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Summer Teen Club – Mosaic Art
Queens Library - Laurelton Branch 134-26 225 Street, LaureltonFor Summer Reading, let's Color Your World! Teens can join Ms. K at Laurelton Library and make mosaic art! Discover more Summer Reading programs, this year's reading challenge and raffle, booklists and more at http://summerreading.queenslibrary.org/
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Audio Book Club
Queens Library - Cambria Heights Branch 218-13 Linden Boulevard, Cambria Heights, NY, United StatesJoin us for a four-week audio book club as we listen to "Cemetery Boys" by Aiden Thomas. Each session will include thoughtful discussions about the story, characters, and themes, guided by the immersive narration of the audio book. We'll also…
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“The Freedom Seeker” Author Talk With Ruchira Gupta
Queens Central Library 89-11 Merrick Blvd Jamaica, NY 11432, United StatesIn one girl’s relentless search for home and safety, "The Freedom Seeker" takes readers on a daring journey of displacement and immigration. Illuminated by the kindness of strangers across continents and the strength of the human spirit, renowned activist and…
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Our Book Club: “Return To Sender”
Queens Library - Rochdale Village Branch 169-09 137 Avenue, Rochdale VillageJoin us for a reading of ''Return to Sender'' by Vera Brosgol. Children will listen, read along, and then discuss the story. Get ready to meet new friends and be part of a great book club! Children who finish the…
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Cover the Cover: Read, Wine, & Style
King Manor Museum 150-03 Jamaica Avenue (Rufus King Park), JamaicaBring a book to read and wear an outfit inspired by its cover. Presented by RWT by BlaQue, The Social Book Club, & Sugar & Spice Book Club.
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Annual Southeast Queens Author Festival
Queens Library - Cambria Heights Branch 218-13 Linden Boulevard, Cambria Heights, NY, United StatesJoin us for our Annual Southeast Queens Author Festival. Local and independent authors will present their work, discuss their publishing journeys, and have their books available for signing and sale. This program is both in-person and virtual on Microsoft Teams:…
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Freedom To Read: “Where The Wild Things Are” Storytime And Craft At CLDC
Central Branch Library 89-11 Merrick Blvd Jamaica, NY 11432, United StatesIn celebration of Banned Books Week, children ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to listen to the story "Where the Wild Things Are" and make their own King of the Wild Things crown inspired by the book. For more…
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Freedom To Read: Banned Books Artist Talk And Reception
Central Branch Library 89-11 Merrick Blvd Jamaica, NY 11432, United StatesJoin QPL’s Freedom to Read artist talk and reception on Saturday, October 11th with library card contest winner Sammi Wu along with some of the contest finalists! For more ways to celebrate the freedom to read at Queens Public Library,…
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Let Freedom Read Day: Silent Reading Hour
Central Branch Library 89-11 Merrick Blvd Jamaica, NY 11432, United StatesThe freedom to read is under attack, so let's do something about it! Check out a book of your choice and some friends to read silently together for an hour. There will be giveaways and most of all, you are…
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CLDC: Funtastic Sing Along
Central Branch Library 89-11 Merrick Blvd Jamaica, NY 11432, United StatesJoin Funtastic Sing Along for an exciting program of songs and storytelling! Get ready to sing, dance, laugh and learn. For families, children ages 3-7.
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CLDC: City First Readers Month – Celebration Storytime
Central Branch Library 89-11 Merrick Blvd Jamaica, NY 11432, United StatesQueens Public Library is celebrating City First Readers all month long! Join us for a special storytime for children ages 3-6.
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Dog Man Reading Challenge: Cool Character Creation With Mika Song
Queens Library - South Jamaica Branch 108-41 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard, Jamaicaworkshop about developing unique and compelling characters! No drawing experience is necessary to enjoy this fun, creative exercise! Mika Song makes children's books about sweetly funny outsiders. Henry, Like Always by Jenn Bailey and illustrated by Mika received the Schneider…
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Between The Romance Pages With Ashley Jordan
Central Branch Library 89-11 Merrick Blvd Jamaica, NY 11432, United StatesQPL invites you to join USA TODAY Instant Bestseller author Ashley Jordan for a discussion about her Reese’s Book Club Pick and Amazon’s Best Book of the Month "Once Upon a Time in Dollywood." Ashley’s novel explores the complexities of…
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Lit Squad: Rez Ball
Queens Library - Cambria Heights Branch 218-13 Linden Boulevard, Cambria Heights, NY, United StatesIf you are a book lover, a reluctant reader, or simply want to read more...Lit Squad is the club for you! This month we will be yapping about Byron Graves' book "Rez Ball." If you would like a copy, come…
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Picture Book Club
Queens Library - Rochdale Village Branch 169-09 137 Avenue, Rochdale VillageJoin us weekly for a read-aloud of picture books. Each week we will read a selected book, followed by a discussion. Get ready to meet new friends and be part of a great book club! Children who finish the series…
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Kid Spidey Superhero Show With Fit4Kids
Queens Library - Rochdale Village Branch 169-09 137 Avenue, Rochdale VillageKid Spidey (yes — Spider-Man’s son!) teams up with Muscle Man Mike for superhero magic and stories that teach kids about right and wrong, and the power of doing good. You will be swept into a world of imagination. Don’t…
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Queens Village Short Story Club
Queens Library - Queens Village Branch 94-11 217th Street, Queens VillageLove short stories? Join our monthly Short Story Club for thoughtful discussion and literary exploration in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Each month, we read and discuss two short stories—perfect for busy schedules and curious minds! They will be emailed upon…
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Literary Thursdays: Jason Diamond, Author Of “Kaplan’s Plot”
Virtual EventIn the aftermath of his failed business, and in the midst of his strained relationship with his dying mother Eve, Elijah Mendes discovers that his family owns a Jewish cemetery, where he begins to investigate his family’s past. He uncovers…
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Book Buddies: Pairing Young Readers With Teen Mentors For Fun, Supportive Reading
Queens Library - Rosedale Branch 144-20 243 Street, RosedaleBook Buddies brings readers together for fun, confidence-building reading at the library! Younger readers (Grades K–4) are paired with older student mentors (Grades 6–12) for shared reading, games, and challenges that make books exciting. Little Buddies build reading skills, while…
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Our Book Club: “Alice’s Adventures In Wonderland”
Queens Library - Rochdale Village Branch 169-09 137 Avenue, Rochdale VillageJoin us for a reading of ''Alice's Adventures in Wonderland'' by Lewis Carroll. This is a story about about a girl named Alice who follows a White Rabbit and falls into a magical world. She meets talking animals, a grinning…
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