Dec. 26, 2024 By Athena Dawson The Queens Public Library (QPL) branch in Arverne, is set to undergo a massive renovation. QPL President and CEO Dennis M. Walcott and Department of Design and Construction Commissioner (DDC) Thomas Foley joined library staff and local elected officials on Friday, Dec 20, to break ground on the…
Dec. 19, 2024 By Pilar Deleon The auditorium of the Queens Central Library in Jamaica is set to undergo a comprehensive transformation thanks to $11 million in secured funding from the New York City Council and Mayor Eric Adams. Council Member Nantasha Williams, Speaker Adrienne Adams, members of the Queens Delegation, and Queens Public…
Dec. 18, 2024 Pilar Deleon and QNS News team After a $6.1 million transformation, the Bay Terrace Library has reopened, unveiling a modern, state-of-the-art facility designed to meet the needs of today’s residents. The newly renovated library, located at 18-36 Bell Blvd., marked its grand reopening on Tuesday, Dec. 17, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.…
Dec. 4, 2024 By Colum Motherway Join renowned author and Queens resident Robert Polner for an insightful talk about the life of Paul O’Dwyer, a trailblazing Irish-American attorney, politician and activist. Polner will discuss the biography An Irish Passion for Justice: The Life of Rebel New York Attorney Paul O’Dwyer, which he co-wrote with Michael… Read more »
Nov. 26, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The Queens Public Library announced that the Bay Terrace branch is scheduled to reopen for public service on Tuesday, Dec. 17, at 1 p.m., following approximately two years of renovation work. The Bay Terrace Library, located at 18-36 Bell Blvd., had undergone a full interior renovation. This work…
Nov. 22, 2024 By Colum Motherway Senator Joseph Addabbo Jr. partnered up with the Queens Public Library to host an Older Adult Fun Day on Monday, Nov. 18. The event at Rego Park Library honored the community’s older members while providing them with free activities for their enjoyment. The day was full of exercise,…
Oct. 21, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Mayor Eric Adams and city officials broke ground Thursday on a $7.4 million renovation of the Queens Public Library (QPL) at Hollis. Mayor Adams, QPL President Dennis M. Walcott, New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) Commissioner Thomas Foley, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr., Assembly…
Oct. 15, 2024 By Czarinna Andres The Ridgewood Branch of the Queens Public Library is celebrating its 95th anniversary this year. Since opening its doors on Oct. 15, 1929, the library at 20-12 Madison St. has been a cornerstone for learning and community engagement in Ridgewood. The Ridgewood Library holds a special place in…
Oct. 10, 2024 By Shane O’Brien State Sen. Mike Gianaris hosted the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) at the Queens Public Library in Elmhurst Wednesday to help local residents secure their REAL IDs, which will be required to board domestic flights and access some federal facilities starting May next year. More than 50 members of… Read more »
Oct. 8, 2024 By Athena Dawson The Laurelton branch of the Queens Public Library (QPL) is set to reopen its doors on Tuesday, Oct. 8, after being closed for seven months for renovations. The library, located at 134-26 225th St., will resume service at 1 p.m. on its reopening day. The Laurelton library had…