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Celebrate International Women's Day with bold pink text over a dark confetti background featuring subtle female faces.

Celebrate International Women's Day with bold pink text over a dark confetti background featuring subtle female faces.

Happy International Women’s Day!

Today, we celebrate the immense impact women and girls have had on our city and country. The Council remains committed to addressing the inequities facing women and strengthening their rights here in NYC.

08.03.2026 12:10 — 👍 11    🔁 6    💬 0    📌 0
Graphic of a watch, with the words Spring Forward.

Graphic of a watch, with the words Spring Forward.

Remember: #DaylightSavingTime starts this weekend.
(More daylight for reading!)

Don't forget to #SpringForward!

08.03.2026 02:08 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
The QPL Day logo (the letters "QPL DAY" outlined in various colors and a banner with the words "March 19") and the words "Support Another 130 Years of Community Impact" on a turquoise background.

The QPL Day logo (the letters "QPL DAY" outlined in various colors and a banner with the words "March 19") and the words "Support Another 130 Years of Community Impact" on a turquoise background.

A collage of pictures of teens having fun at the QPL Cambria Heights Teen Center.

A collage of pictures of teens having fun at the QPL Cambria Heights Teen Center.

At our #QPLTeens Centers, teens have a place to do homework, explore tech, connect with friends, and simply belong.

This is the impact community support makes possible.

Please consider joining our monthly giving society in honor of QPL’s 130th birthday! #QPL130

queenslibrary.org/qplday?utm_s...

07.03.2026 21:18 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Three older adults sitting at a table, painting.

Three older adults sitting at a table, painting.

Older adults: feed your imagination and explore the arts!

Join us virtually and in person for our Creative Aging programs.

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07.03.2026 17:31 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
The QPL Teens logo.

The QPL Teens logo.

Don't miss this month's fun, festive, featured programs for #QPLTeens!

Learn a new skill, get ready for college, make new friends, engage your interests, and much more!

queenslibrary.org/search/calen...

07.03.2026 15:12 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
The official portrait of the crew of International Space Station Expedition 74 and the official mission insignia of Expedition 74.

The official portrait of the crew of International Space Station Expedition 74 and the official mission insignia of Expedition 74.

#NASA Astronauts, currently living and working at the International Space Station, will answer questions submitted by kids from QPL locations across Queens, in a special, one-time-only livestream!

Watch Live on Wednesday, March 11 at 12:05PM!

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06.03.2026 21:00 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Independent Lens | PBS on Instagram: "Knowledge is power. Author Mahogany Browne shares her thoughts on books getting challenged in this episode of Book Detours. The Librarians is streaming on the PB... 1,383 likes, 37 comments - independentlens on February 18, 2026: "Knowledge is power. Author Mahogany Browne shares her thoughts on books getting challenged in this episode of Book Detours. The Libra...

#FreedomToRead

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06.03.2026 00:27 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 2    📌 0
Crowd immersed in vibrant red powder during Holi, the festival of colors, celebrating joy and unity.

Crowd immersed in vibrant red powder during Holi, the festival of colors, celebrating joy and unity.

Wishing Hindu New Yorkers a joyful and vibrant Holi filled with color, community, and new beginnings!

04.03.2026 18:27 — 👍 6    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
Promotional flyer for QPL's College Readiness College Fair 2026 at Central Library.

Promotional flyer for QPL's College Readiness College Fair 2026 at Central Library.

Hey #QPLTeens: Get valuable information about higher education, meet college representatives, and much more!

Join us for our 2026 College Readiness College Fair at Central Library on Saturday, March 7!

Learn More & Register Now. queenslib.org/CollegeFair2...

05.03.2026 21:04 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
A meme based on a picture of Punch the Monkey hugging his stuffed orangutan. The word "Me" is above Punch; the words "My QPL Holds Ready for Pickup" are on top of his stuffed orangutan.

A meme based on a picture of Punch the Monkey hugging his stuffed orangutan. The word "Me" is above Punch; the words "My QPL Holds Ready for Pickup" are on top of his stuffed orangutan.

Don't forget: QPL is open until 8PM on Thursdays. 📚

05.03.2026 02:09 — 👍 6    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 1
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Celebrate Women’s History Month in Queens!✨

Exhibit: buff.ly/4h8m1sm

Workshop: buff.ly/WY8gLbj

Tour: buff.ly/1CU6Wof

Talk: buff.ly/DTSaQI4

Map: queenslib.org/explore

04.03.2026 14:13 — 👍 7    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
A selection of prom dresses from our previous Prom x QPL Giveaway.

A selection of prom dresses from our previous Prom x QPL Giveaway.

Do you have an old #prom dress, tuxedo, or other formal wear taking up space in your closet?

Please donate your formal wear for our 3rd annual QPL Prom Attire Giveaway!

Learn More: www.queenslibrary.org/about-us/new...

#QPLTeens

04.03.2026 19:28 — 👍 3    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
QPL's Women’s History Month 2026 logo: a row of multicolored silhouettes beneath a rising sun, on a beige background, with the words "Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future. QPL Celebrates Women’s History Month."

QPL's Women’s History Month 2026 logo: a row of multicolored silhouettes beneath a rising sun, on a beige background, with the words "Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future. QPL Celebrates Women’s History Month."

This #WomensHistoryMonth, join us as we honor women who are leading sustainability efforts across environmental, economic, educational, and social justice movements.

Enjoy our programs, book and movie lists, a @queensmemory.bsky.social resource, and more!

www.queenslibrary.org/spotlight/wo...

04.03.2026 01:08 — 👍 5    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
Colorful Purim celebration items including a blue glitter mask, red sequined bow tie, Star of David, groggers, and hamantaschen cookies on a light blue background.

Colorful Purim celebration items including a blue glitter mask, red sequined bow tie, Star of David, groggers, and hamantaschen cookies on a light blue background.

Wishing a joyful Purim to all who are celebrating across our city.
 
As families gather to read the Megillah, share hamantaschen, and give to those in need, we honor the resilience of the Jewish community at the heart of this holiday.
 
Chag Purim Sameach!

03.03.2026 03:37 — 👍 6    🔁 2    💬 1    📌 0

@harpercollins.bsky.social

03.03.2026 21:48 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Picture of Mary Kay McBrayer, the cover of her book "Madame Queen," and promotional text for the QPL virtual program Women's History Month: Literary Thursdays: Mary Kay McBrayer, Author of "Madame Queen: The Life and Crimes of Harlem’s Underground Racketeer, Stephanie St. Clair."

Picture of Mary Kay McBrayer, the cover of her book "Madame Queen," and promotional text for the QPL virtual program Women's History Month: Literary Thursdays: Mary Kay McBrayer, Author of "Madame Queen: The Life and Crimes of Harlem’s Underground Racketeer, Stephanie St. Clair."

Our Literary Thursdays series continues with Mary Kay McBrayer, who will talk with us about "Madame Queen: The Life and Crimes of Harlem’s Underground Racketeer, Stephanie St. Clair."

Join us on March 5 at 6PM!
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#WomensHistoryMonth

03.03.2026 21:48 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 0
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Queens Public Library Teens on Instagram: "#QPLTeens, are you planning to apply to #College but don’t know where to start? Join @professorjuuj at Hunters Point Library for a four-part workshop series ... 19 likes, 1 comments - qplteens on February 25, 2026: "#QPLTeens, are you planning to apply to #College but don’t know where to start? Join @professorjuuj at Hunters Point Library for a four-part work...

#QPLTeens

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03.03.2026 18:35 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Abstract drawings of people visiting museums and other cultural institutions, with the words "Discover Your City with Culture Pass" at the top.

Abstract drawings of people visiting museums and other cultural institutions, with the words "Discover Your City with Culture Pass" at the top.

It's a new month and that means new #CulturePassNYC reservations are available!

Visit www.culturepass.nyc and use your library card to get FREE admission to more than 100 museums, theaters, and cultural institutions across all five boroughs!

03.03.2026 16:18 — 👍 1    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
The Queens Public Library Page Turner logo (a turquoise QPL "Q," two open book graphics, and the words "Queens Public Library Page Turner" in a purple circle), along with the words "130 New Monthly Donors For 130 Years. Donate as a Page Turner & Get a Limited-Edition Sticker!" on a turquoise background.

The Queens Public Library Page Turner logo (a turquoise QPL "Q," two open book graphics, and the words "Queens Public Library Page Turner" in a purple circle), along with the words "130 New Monthly Donors For 130 Years. Donate as a Page Turner & Get a Limited-Edition Sticker!" on a turquoise background.

In just a few weeks, Queens Public Library turns 130! 🎉

In honor of QPL’s birthday, we’re challenging 130 members of our QPL family to become monthly donors by March 19.

Make a Lasting Impact Starting Today.

Thank You for Your Support! #QPL130

queenslibrary.org/qplday?utm_s...

03.03.2026 01:35 — 👍 5    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Promotional graphic for the QPL in-person program Books & Bars: A Hip Hop and Library Talk with Roxanne Shanté.

Promotional graphic for the QPL in-person program Books & Bars: A Hip Hop and Library Talk with Roxanne Shanté.

Our series of in-person conversations with #HipHop legend Roxanne Shanté continues at the Library!

Bring your questions and get ready to talk with the Queen of Rap at Elmhurst Library on Tuesday, March 3 at 4PM.

www.queenslibrary.org/calendar/boo...

#QPLHipHop

02.03.2026 20:45 — 👍 4    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
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Sandra Ung on Instagram: "It was another wildly successful Lantern Festival hosted by the Chinese American Parents’ Association and Flushing @qplnyc! As part of the Lunar New Year celebration, familie... 23 likes, 1 comments - cmsandraung on March 1, 2026: "It was another wildly successful Lantern Festival hosted by the Chinese American Parents’ Association and Flushing @qplnyc! As part of the Lunar N...

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02.03.2026 17:31 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
The words "March Manga Madness" on a purple background, all written and designed in a manga-influenced style.

The words "March Manga Madness" on a purple background, all written and designed in a manga-influenced style.

Hey #QPLTeens, if you love #Manga, you’re in luck — this month, we are celebrating March Manga Madness!

Join us for dozens of programs, where you can build your drawing skills, cosplay as your favorite characters, watch your favorite films, and much more!

www.queenslibrary.org/calendar?sea...

02.03.2026 15:31 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0

@harpercollins.bsky.social @sbkslibrary.bsky.social @eandtbooks.bsky.social

02.03.2026 01:01 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
Pictures of our March Literary Thursdays guests—Mary Kay McBrayer, Michael Arceneaux, Amelia Thomas, and Soraya Chemaly—and their book covers.

Pictures of our March Literary Thursdays guests—Mary Kay McBrayer, Michael Arceneaux, Amelia Thomas, and Soraya Chemaly—and their book covers.

Our virtual Literary Thursdays series brings you live conversations with amazing writers.

Learn More about our March guests: Mary Kay McBrayer, Michael Arceneaux, Amelia Thomas, and @sorayachemaly.bsky.social!

queenslibrary.org/calendar?sea...

#WomensHistoryMonth

02.03.2026 00:58 — 👍 6    🔁 1    💬 1    📌 0
A promotional flyer for the QPL virtual program Allihopa Yoga: Accessible and Adaptive Yoga with Rodrigo Souza. 

It features a picture of Rodrigo Souza, a young man with his hands folded in prayer, sitting in a wheelchair. 

The flyer's language describes the program and how to attend, and it can also be found here: https://www.queenslibrary.org/calendar/allihopa-yogaaccessible-and-adaptive-yoga-with-rodrigo-souza-hehim/010441-0126

A promotional flyer for the QPL virtual program Allihopa Yoga: Accessible and Adaptive Yoga with Rodrigo Souza. It features a picture of Rodrigo Souza, a young man with his hands folded in prayer, sitting in a wheelchair. The flyer's language describes the program and how to attend, and it can also be found here: https://www.queenslibrary.org/calendar/allihopa-yogaaccessible-and-adaptive-yoga-with-rodrigo-souza-hehim/010441-0126

Adaptive and accessible yoga teacher Rodrigo Souza has created a welcoming space for those faced with trauma and disability.

Join us for his Virtual Yoga Class on Wednesdays in March at 6PM.

www.queenslibrary.org/calendar/all...

01.03.2026 20:49 — 👍 2    🔁 1    💬 0    📌 0
A picture of jazz musician Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah (fka Christian Scott), with the words "The best of jazz is now on [Medici.tv logo] Available Here!"

A picture of jazz musician Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah (fka Christian Scott), with the words "The best of jazz is now on [Medici.tv logo] Available Here!"

🎶 Have you heard about #Medicitv?

🎺 It's the premier resource for #jazz, classical music, opera, and ballet, with thousands of videos.

🎞️ And it’s FREE with your Queens Public Library card!

➡️ Login today by using QPL’s free portal.
connect.liblynx.com/wayfless/med...

#BlackHistoryMonth

01.03.2026 02:05 — 👍 2    🔁 0    💬 1    📌 1
We want to hear from you! Help shape New York City's first-ever Environmental Justice Plan! Take our community survey: bit.ly/EJinform

We want to hear from you! Help shape New York City's first-ever Environmental Justice Plan! Take our community survey: bit.ly/EJinform

Language | Idioma | 語言 | 语言 | Lang | ভাষা 

To take this questionnaire in English, continue to the next page. 

Para responder este cuestionario en español, haga clic aquí. 

如要使用繁體中文填寫此問卷,請點擊此處。 

如要使用简体中文填写此问卷,请点击此处。  

Pou w reponn kesyonè sa a nan lang Kreyòl Ayisyen, klike isit la.

বাংলায় এই প্রশ্নমালার উত্তর দেওয়ার জন্য এখানে ক্লিক করুন।

Language | Idioma | 語言 | 语言 | Lang | ভাষা To take this questionnaire in English, continue to the next page. Para responder este cuestionario en español, haga clic aquí. 如要使用繁體中文填寫此問卷,請點擊此處。 如要使用简体中文填写此问卷,请点击此处。 Pou w reponn kesyonè sa a nan lang Kreyòl Ayisyen, klike isit la. বাংলায় এই প্রশ্নমালার উত্তর দেওয়ার জন্য এখানে ক্লিক করুন।

The Mayor's Office of Climate & Environmental Justice is leading the development of NYC's first comprehensive Environmental Justice Plan!

Help shape the plan by filling out the community questionnaire at bit.ly/EJinform by March 1 at 11:59PM.

01.03.2026 00:45 — 👍 2    🔁 2    💬 0    📌 0
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Queens Public Library Teens on Instagram: "#QPLTeens, in celebration and observation of #BlackHistoryMonth, our #CollegeReadiness team is spotlighting #HBCU -- or Historically Black Colleges & Univers... 9 likes, 1 comments - qplteens on February 11, 2026: "#QPLTeens, in celebration and observation of #BlackHistoryMonth, our #CollegeReadiness team is spotlighting #HBCU -- or Historically Black College...

#QPLTeens

#BlackHistoryMonth

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28.02.2026 23:18 — 👍 0    🔁 0    💬 0    📌 0
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Queens Economic Development Corp on Instagram: "🚨 LAST WEEK TO APPLY – Deadline: Monday, March 2 🚨 The 2026 Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge is closing soon — and this is your moment. 💰 Win up to $... 43 likes, 3 comments - queens_edc on February 25, 2026: "🚨 LAST WEEK TO APPLY – Deadline: Monday, March 2 🚨 The 2026 Queens Tech + Innovation Challenge is closing soon — and this is your moment. 💰 Wi...

queensstartup.org

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