November is Native American Heritage Month! We’re excited to honor a selection of notable First Nation figures who have made significant cultural contributions in a variety of fields. We’ll be showcasing two per week—if only we had time for more! Check this blog post every week…
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Thank you to everyone who submitted a poem to Queens Library’s Summer Poetry Contest! We welcomed hundreds of poets from all over New York State to submit an original poem reflecting the 2016 Summer Reading theme of “Get in the Game.” Thanks as well to our panel of judges—…
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Our next Culture Connection concert on Saturday, October 29 at Central Library will feature the soulful sounds of Milton Suggs, a commanding singer who's built his modern style on the struggles, triumphs, and stories of the generations that have preceded him.As a third-…
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Looking for new music? Look no further than your local Queens Library! Every month, our expert staff will bring you the best of what's new in our physical and digital collections. Check out our music recommendations for October 2016! Jake Owen, American Love Jake Owen is a…
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We’re very excited for our upcoming concert with soul, R&B, and gospel vocalist Cleveland P. Jones on Monday, October 3 at Central Library. Free tickets are still available!A humble native of South Carolina, Jones started his artistic voyage under the tutelage of his mother…
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