Library Action Committee

Leave a Legacy: Youth Entrepreneurship Program
2024-04-22 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Queens Library Langston Hughes, 100-01 Northern Boulevard, Corona, NY, 11368, United States
Dive into creativity, learn business skills, and support causes you care about. Win prizes, enjoy lunch daily! Don’t miss the adventure!

Join the fun with our Youth Entrepreneurship Program this Spring Break! Get ready for an awesome week of creativity, learning cool business skills, and turning your ideas into reality. Dive into exciting workshops, hang out with mentors, and take on thrilling challenges! It’s not just about being a future business star; it’s about supporting causes you care about. Discover your talents, make a positive impact, and create a lasting legacy. Plus, you could win cool prizes, including cash, and enjoy a tasty lunch every day! Don’t miss out on the adventure!

When: Monday, April 22 – Friday, April 26
Time: 11am – 3pm

Graduation & Prize Giveaways: Friday, April 26 at 3pm
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Funding is provided in part by the Library Action Committee of Corona-East Elmhurst, NYS Education Department Special Legislative Grants from Assemblyman Jeffrion L. Aubry, discretionary funds from NYC Coalition of Theaters Initiative, New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA), Council Member Francisco Moya, and Queens Borough President Donovan Richards.

Chess Club (Summer 2024)
2024-07-20 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-07-27 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-08-03 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-08-10 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-08-17 10:30 - 12:30, 2024-08-24 10:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
Chess Club is designed to give students an opportunity to learn the game of chess.

Saturday Crafts (Summer 2024)
2024-07-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-03 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-31 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-07 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Fun art projects for children ages 5-12

Kick-off to Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
2024-09-14 11:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
On this day, The Langston Hughes Community Library and Cultural Center will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at our library.

Bailoterapia
2024-09-21 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-10-05 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-10-12 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-10-19 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
¡Ven a Bailoterapia y únete a la fiesta de baile más divertida y energizante que te hará mover el cuerpo y liberar el estrés!

Langston Hughes Community Library & Cultural Center's 55th Anniversary Gala
2024-09-21 18:00 - 22:00 UTC
Celebrate the Past, Present, and Future at our 55th milestone event. It will be a night to remember.
Welcome to the Langston Hughes Community Library & Cultural Center’s 55th Anniversary Gala! Join us on Sat, Sep 21, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the Queens Public Library Langston Hughes for a night of celebration, community and culture. Let’s honor the Past, Present, and Future of this iconic space. Enjoy music, exhibits, and special tributes to our honorees. Come together to commemorate 55 years of fostering creativity, literacy and education. Don’t miss out on this special event!
To purchase a ticket, click here!

Saturday Crafts
2024-10-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-19 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)

American Sign Language for Beginners
2024-10-07 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-10-09 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-10-14 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-10-16 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-10-21 13:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York)
Our American Sign Language (ASL) expert Iram will teach you the basics of this beautiful language.

Literary Arts Festival
2024-10-19 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Get ready for a fun-filled day celebrating all things literary at our Literary Arts Festival!

Welcome to the Literary Arts Festival at Queens Library Langston Hughes! Get ready for a day filled with books, poetry, workshops, and more. Join us for a celebration of words and creativity. Meet authors, listen to readings, and immerse yourself in the world of literature. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just love to read, this event is for you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow book lovers and explore the literary arts in a vibrant community setting. See you there!
