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Valentine’s Day Places in Queens
We asked Joe DiStefano, author of 111 Places in Queens That You Must Not Miss, to suggest the perfect romantic places in Queens—and, as usual, he chose some of the most unique spots in our borough.
Be sure to visit them with your special someone this Valentine's Day—or whenever ...
Traveling Shoes: Black Migrations
This Black History Month, join us for Traveling Shoes: Black Migrations, a celebration of the ways that black migrations—the movement of black populations across the world—have shaped societies and cultures.
Come to the Library for music, movies, art, and more—and take part in our exciting Passport ...
Valentine’s Day at the Library!
We hope you will celebrate Valentine's Day with us all week at the Library!
We’re hosting a concert with Broadway performers, a hands-on glass painting program, a Healthy Relationships Fair for teens, a scavenger hunt, crafts activities for kids, and more.
Make something for that special someone and show them ...
Celebrate National Library Lovers' Month!
February is National Library Lovers' Month, so here's a chance to let everyone know how much you love your library: submit a photo to the Share Your Love For Queens Library Photo Contest!
Take creative pictures that show your love for the library—at a library program, with your friends at the ...
Celebrate the Lunar New Year!
Xin Nian Kuai Le! Join us as we celebrate the Lunar New Year at Queens Library!
The Lunar New Year is a centuries-old tradition in China and several other Asian countries, and it is a time to honor deities and ancestors, as well as make way for good fortune in the upcoming year.
At Queens Library, you can attend ...
Free Tax Help at Queens Library!
It’s that time of year again!
If you need help figuring out and filing your tax return, come to Queens Library for free tax-preparation assistance if you are a low-income older adult, or earn $66,000 or less a year.
The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance and Urban Upbound are ...
Langston Hughes Library's 50th Anniversary!
This year, the Langston Hughes Community Library and Cultural Center and its Black Heritage Reference Center will be celebrating their 50th anniversary—an important milestone for Queens Library and our borough!
Langston Hughes Library was founded in 1969 through community activism by the Library Action Committee (LAC) of ...
Free English Classes!
Are you a new American who wants to learn English or improve your English language skills?
You can learn English at Queens Library for FREE!
Join a supportive community of students and teaching professionals at our community libraries. Classes are available at Beginner and Intermediate levels.
To register, ...
Queens Library Magazine
The new issue of Queens Library Magazine is out now!
Queens Library Magazine combines great library-themed feature stories and two months' worth of information about our free programs, services, and special events, and it's available at your neighborhood library or ...
What We Bring: Immigrant Art On View at Central Library
Join us for a new art exhibit at Central Library in Jamaica from January 7 to March 2 that honors the artistic talents and cultural contributions of new immigrants.
What We Bring: New Immigrant Gifts adds to the national dialogue on immigration. Focusing on the cultural contributions of immigrants who came to the U.S. in the ...
 Feb 19 1:30PM --to-- 4:30PM AARP Foundation Tax Counseling for Low Income Older AdultsLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required IRS/TCE-Certified volunteers, sponsored by AARP Foundation, will complete and e-file your 2018 tax returns. On a first come first served basis. You must bring a NYS Driver’s License or Non Driver’s ID; a copy of the 2017 return; SS card or ITIN for everyone on your return; SSA-1099 form; all W-2 , 1099R, 1099G, 1099 MISC or other 1099 forms; Healthcare forms; Self-employment records; 1098T from college; Mortgage statement; a cancelled check. AARP flyers are available at the library. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Feb 19 2:30PM --to-- 5:30PM Midwinter Game TimeLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Ages 4 and up, come join us for an afternoon of checkers, chess, Connect Four, Jenga, jigsaw puzzles, mancala for kids, Monopoly, Scrabble, World Hangman, Yu-Gi-Oh, and more! Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Feb 20 11:00AM --to-- 11:30AM Family PlaytimeLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Children ages 12 months to 3 years and their caretakers can enjoy bonding, doing finger plays, singing, dancing, and throwing and catching bean bags. Registration is not required. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Feb 22 11:00AM --to-- 1:00PM One-on-One Computer BasicsLocation: Auburndale Registration: Registration is not yet open for this program. Please check back closer to the program date. We are offering 30-minute one-on-one computer training, available by appointment. Participants are limited to three sessions per day. Sign up for classes at 11am, 11:30am, or noon. | |||||||||||||||
Feb 25 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Poetry ClubLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Let's read and discuss great poetry together! | |||||||||||||||
 Feb 26 1:30PM --to-- 2:30PM Book Discussion GroupLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required All are welcome to our discussion of "Last Lecture" by Randy Pausch. | |||||||||||||||
Feb 28 4:00PM --to-- 4:45PM Traveling Shoes: Black Migrations - TriviaLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Test your knowledge during a celebration and commemoration of Black History Month focusing on black migrations. This program is for children from fourth grade to teens and adults. Participants will receive small goodies. Registration is not required. For more Traveling Shoes programming, visit https://queenslib.org/travelingshoes19. | |||||||||||||||
Mar 1 11:00AM --to-- 1:00PM One-on-One Computer BasicsLocation: Auburndale Registration: Registration is not yet open for this program. Please check back closer to the program date. We are offering 30-minute one-on-one computer training, available by appointment. Participants are limited to three sessions per day. Sign up for classes at 11am, 11:30am, or noon. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Mar 1 3:30PM --to-- 5:30PM Game TimeLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Come join us for an afternoon of checkers, chess, Connect Four, Jenga, jigsaw puzzles, mancala for kids, Monopoly, Scrabble, World Hangman, Yu-Gi-Oh, and more! Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Mar 6 11:00AM --to-- 11:30AM Family PlaytimeLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Children ages 12 months to 3 years and their caretakers can enjoy bonding, doing finger plays, singing, dancing, and throwing and catching bean bags. Registration is not required. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Mar 7 4:00PM --to-- 4:45PM Celebrating Dr. Seuss's BirthdayLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Children ages 3 and up with parents or caregivers will enjoy listening to stories and making a beautiful craft relating to Dr. Seuss's book. Registration is not required. | |||||||||||||||
Mar 15 3:30PM --to-- 4:15PM St. Patrick's Day CraftLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! Come and make a craft relating to St. Patrick's Day. | |||||||||||||||
Mar 25 2:00PM --to-- 3:00PM Poetry ClubLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Let's read and discuss great poetry together! Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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 Mar 25 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Minecraft ManiaLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Calling all Minecraft fans – join ArchForKids in building a model of your favorite Minecraft character or make up your own! This program is for children 6 to 12; caregivers are welcome. Space is limited. Preregistration is required. | |||||||||||||||
Mar 26 1:30PM --to-- 2:30PM Book Discussion GroupLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required All are welcome to our discussion of "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago. | |||||||||||||||
Mar 28 4:00PM --to-- 5:00PM Inspiring Women in Science: Trivia GameLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Do you think you know your Inspiring Women in Science? Think again! Prepare yourself to be amazed, surprised and, well, definitely inspired learning more about the achievements of these fearless scientists that changed our thinking, science, and world forever! | |||||||||||||||
 Apr 3 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM Reading BuddiesLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Participants can read to each other for a reduction in their library card fees. Reduce your fees by $2.50 for each thirty minutes, up to a maximum of one hour. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Apr 5 11:00AM --to-- 1:00PM One-on-One Computer BasicsLocation: Auburndale Registration: Registration is not yet open for this program. Please check back closer to the program date. We are offering 30-minute one-on-one computer training, available by appointment. Participants are limited to three sessions per day. Sign up for classes at 11am, 11:30am, or noon. Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Apr 5 3:30PM --to-- 5:30PM Game TimeLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Come join us for an afternoon of checkers, chess, Connect Four, Jenga, jigsaw puzzles, mancala for kids, Monopoly, Scrabble, World Hangman, Yu-Gi-Oh, and more! Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Apr 19 2:30PM --to-- 5:30PM Happy Spring Game TimeLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Ages 4 and up, come join us for an afternoon of checkers, chess, Connect Four, Jenga, jigsaw puzzles, mancala for kids, Monopoly, Scrabble, World Hangman, Yu-Gi-Oh, and more! Additional Program Dates/Locations This is a recurring program. If registration is required, you must register individually.Additional Dates
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Apr 23 1:30PM --to-- 2:30PM Book Discussion GroupLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required All are welcome to our discussion of "If Beale Street Could Talk" by James Baldwin. | |||||||||||||||
Apr 23 2:00PM --to-- 4:00PM Self-Help Community ProgramLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Self-Help Queens North Friendly Visiting is a program that matches homebound seniors with volunteers in their community who make weekly visits. Friendly visiting is an enriching opportunity for the volunteer to develop a meaningful friendship. There will also be information about the Case Management and NY Connects Programs. Please visit the Auburndale Library for more information. | |||||||||||||||
Apr 24 3:30PM --to-- 4:30PM What You Need to Know about Cancer and Being Your Healthiest and HappiestLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Come learn key information about protecting your health from cancer and other illnesses, including facts and statistics about cancer, as well as who should be screened and when. We will also focus on strengthening our communication skills to encourage those we love who are at risk to pursue relevant health care. Participants will have a chance to ask licensed health professionals important health questions in an open and encouraging environment. | |||||||||||||||
 May 4 10:15AM --to-- 11:15AM Pokemon Homes with ArchforKidsLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Join ArchforKids and make a fabulous house where your Pokémon can live and train. This program is for children 6 to 12; caregivers are welcome. Space is limited; preregistration is required. | |||||||||||||||
 Jun 4 2:30PM --to-- 3:30PM Magic Show with Urban StagesLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Abracadabra children's magician Evan Paquette performs his magic show and even shares a few tricks of the trade with a mini magic lesson for children ages 6-12. | |||||||||||||||
Jun 4 2:30PM --to-- 3:30PM Summer Reading Magic with Urban StagesLocation: Auburndale Registration: Not required Abracadabra children's magician Evan Paquette performs his magic show and even shares a few tricks of the trade with a mini magic lesson for children ages 6-12. |
Free computer access is available at all the libraries. The Auburndale Community Library has:
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International Language Collections at the Auburndale Community Library include:
Special Interest/Noteworthy Collections at the Community Library include:
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| Child Care / Preschools | ||
Almodovar-Mastrototaro, Jennifer 29-50 170 Street, Apartment PVT Flushing NY , 11358 phone: (718) 353-7688 | Chou, Yun-Feng 46-02 194th Street, 1st floor Flushing NY , 11358 phone: (718) 327-1282 | Roses Daycare 137-40 45th Avenue, Apartment #4K Flushing NY , 11355 phone: (718) 762-2152 |
Precious Angels Daycare 139-29 34th Road, #A5 Flushing NY , 11354 phone: (718) 961-2594 | Community Nursery School at the Church on the Hill 167-07 35th Avenue Queens NY , 11358 phone: (718) 539-0732 | The Corner School Nursery and Kindergarten 150-03 Bayside Avenue Flushing NY , 11354 phone: (718) 445-2811 |
Montessori School of Bayside 34-57 Francis Lewis Boulevard Queens NY , 11358 | Sweet Angels Nursery School II 27-11 Bayside Lane Queens NY , 11358 | |
| Community Board | ||
| Community Organizations & Services | ||
Auburndale Improvement Association P.O. Box 580331, Station A Flushing NY , 11358 | North East Flushing Civil Association peteron@verizon.net | |
| Fire Department | ||
Ladder Company 167 36-18 Francis Lewis Boulevard Flushing NY , 11358 | ||
| Local Hospitals | ||
| Local Newspapers | ||
Queens Chronicle | ||
| Parks and Playgrounds | ||
| Police Department | ||
| Post Office | ||
Bay Terrace 21271 26th Avenue Bayside NY , 11360-9993 phone: (800) 275-8777 | ||
| Private / Parochial Schools | ||
| Public Elementary Schools | ||
| Senior Centers | ||
Selfhelp Clearview Senior Center 208-11 26th Avenue Bayside NY , 11360 phone: (718) 224-7888 | ||
| Elected Officials | |
| NYC Council Hon. Paul Vallone District19@council.nyc.gov | |
District Office Address 42-40 Bell Boulevard, Suite 507 Bayside NY, 11361 phone: (718) 619-8611 fax: (718) 631-4100 | Manhattan Office Address 250 Broadway, Suite 1792 New York NY, 10007 phone: 212-788-7250 fax: 212-788-1860 |
| NYS Assembly Hon. Edward C. Braunstein BraunsteinE@nyassembly.gov | |
District Office 213-33 39th Avenue, Suite 238 Bayside NY, 11361 phone: (718) 357-3588 fax: (718) 357-5947 | Albany Office LOB, Room 557 Albany NY , 12248 phone: (518) 455-5425 fax: (518) 455-4648 |
| Boro President Hon. Melinda Katz Info@queensbp.org | |
| Mayor Hon. Bill de Blasio | |
| US Congress Hon. Thomas Souzzi | |
District Office 250-02 Northern Boulevard Little Neck NY, 11362 phone: (718) 631-0400 | Legislative Office 226 Cannon HOB DC Washington , 20515 phone: (202) 225-3335 fax: (202) 225-4669 |
| NYS Senate Hon. John Liu liu@nysenate.gov | |
District Office38-50 Bell Boulevard, Suite C Bayside NY, 11361 phone: 718-357-3094 fax: 718-357-3491 | |
History
In 1901, President L.H. Green of the New England Development and Improvement Company named Auburndale after his New England hometown. Previously the ninety acres had been the farm of Mr. Thomas Willet. Auburndale was born in 1901 as a housing development.
During the twentieth century, New York City experienced one of the most rapid population increases in history. With the railroad expansion and the creation of the city of Greater New York, Queens was no longer a backwater to the cities of Brooklyn and New York. Queens’ population grew steadily through to the 1940s. Bridges linked Queens to both Manhattan and the Bronx. After World War II, Auburndale’s population and demographics exploded. The GI Bill recipients coupled with immigrants fleeing post-war Europe flooded into Queens. By the 1960s, Auburndale did not look anything like a family farm.
The most dramatic changes occurred in the last two decades of the 1900s, from 1980-2000. As census records for 2000 show, the population of foreign-born immigrants has reached forty percent. Many of these speak a language other than English at home. High density housing is now the norm, replacing single family dwellings.
The library at Auburndale was established in the year 1930 when the developer of the area and the local Democratic Club provided space in the form of a store, rent-free. The library moved twice since then to rented store facilities on 32nd Avenue. City funds for the new branch were first approved in May 1964, and a Federal grant of $103,375 was approved in June 1966 under the Library Services and Construction Act. On October 20, 1969, A city–owned facility was opened at the present site in October 2010, after 4 months renovation, the modern high- technology Auburndale Library was reopened with fully RFID equipped and self-check in .machine.
Special Services
AARP Defensive Driving Class Book Club Discussion Chess Club Meeting Poetry Club Please call 718-352-2027 for details
Friends Group
Hours & Locations
25-55 Francis Lewis Boulevard
Flushing, NY 11358
(718) 352-2027 
| Mon | 12:00 PM | - | 8:00 PM |
| Tue | 1:00 PM | - | 6:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM | - | 6:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM | - | 8:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM | - | 6:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM | - | 5:00 PM |
| Sun | Closed | ||
