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January 31 @ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm – Free
CityRib Bar*Cue, 89-14 Parsons Boulevard Jamaica, 11432+ Google Map
Regardless of whom you’re rooting for — to a degree — all are welcome to Andre, Jamal and Justin’s Big Game Happy Hour Party. Come on out to enjoy a guest DJ, $5 drink specials and shot specials all night long.
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January 31 @ 9:00 pm $40 (VIP $100)
Resorts World Casino, 110-00 Rockaway Boulevard Jamaica, 11420+ Google Map
Be there when R&B Superstar and Billboard Award Winner Mario performs live in concert.
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February 1 @ 9:30 am – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
After this workshop, you will be able to begin to take advantage of everything a computer has to offer. Topics include computer terminology, using the mouse and touchpad, basic keyboarding skills and navigating folders, files and programs in a Windows…
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February 1 @ 9:30 am – 10:30 am – $10
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Cambria Heights Community Church, 116-02 220th Street+ Google Map
Interested in a different kind of exercise, then think about joining Barbara Fraser for her coed, adult, mixed level line dancing. Loose fitting clothing, water and supportive shoes are highly suggested. No high heels or sandals. Medical clearance is advised. No checks.…
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February 1 @ 10:00 am – 1:00 pm – Free
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Hollis Community Center, 203-09 Hollis Avenue Hollis, 11412+ Google Map
Forestdale, Inc. — an organization with a great history of supporting families in need and committed to empowering children in foster care and in the local community — is launching a new mentoring program in January 2014. This new program, called…
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February 1 @ 2:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
After this workshop, you will have the basic skills to begin to navigate the Internet. Topics include Internet terminology, using a browser, the basic structure of a website, searching the web and Internet safety. Preregister online at jobmap.queenslibrary.org or call…
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February 1 @ 2:30 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Joszann St. John’s recent novel, “Sonnets in Waking Moments,” explores the era of the Great Depression in Toronto and New York City. She will discuss her works, highlighting stories of “women of strength” on their journey from Africa to the…
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February 1 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Free
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Greater Springfield Community Church, 177-06 129th Avenue Jamaica, 11434+ Google Map
The Greater Springfield Community Church in association with the Queens Chapter of the National Action Network is hosting free legal nights on the first Saturday on every month. Minister Cathleen Williams, Esquire, will be joined by other attorneys to provide…
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February 2 @ 2:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Create awesome presentations and slide shows with PowerPoint 2010. Topics include creating and editing slides, changing designs and colors, inserting pictures and illustrations, and presenting your slide show. Basic computer skills are required. You must preregister online at jobmap.queenslibrary.org. Call…
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February 2 @ 2:30 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Many of the books we discuss are urban themed. Members decide which books to read, and supplementary activities are incorporated into club meetings on a regular basis. All are welcome!
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February 2 @ 3:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
This percussion-and-vocal ensemble of spirited women of African descent uses time-honored traditional West African percussion instruments, music and vocals from African and Caribbean cultures, infusing traditional sounds with rhythm and blues, Afro-Caribbean dance beats and vocal improvisation.
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February 2 @ 4:00 pm – Free
Greater Springfield Community Church, 177-06 129th Avenue Jamaica, 11434+ Google Map
The Greater Springfield Community Church and the National Action Network Queens Chapter is pleased to invite one and all to experience the Super Bowl XLVIII like you’ve never experienced it before. Come network, eat and have fun with those in…
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February 3 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm – Free
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P.S. 33, 91-37 222nd Street Queens Village, 11428+ Google Map
Reading Partners provides an opportunity and a space for volunteers from the community to give a fraction of their time each week to tutor an elementary school student one-on-one in reading using a structured and easy-to-follow curriculum. With just 1…
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February 3 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm – Free
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P.S. 48, 155-02 108th Avenue Jamaica, 11433+ Google Map
Reading Partners provides an opportunity and a space for volunteers from the community to give a fraction of their time each week to tutor an elementary school student one-on-one in reading using a structured and easy-to-follow curriculum. With just 1…
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February 3 @ 9:30 am – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
After this workshop, you will be able to begin to take advantage of everything a computer has to offer. Topics include computer terminology, using the mouse and touchpad, basic keyboarding skills and navigating folders, files and programs in a Windows…
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February 3 @ 1:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Join us in the Cyber Center Training Room Mondays and Fridays, 1:00-5:00 PM, for Open Lab practice, when you can search for a job, edit your resume or practice your computer skills. Patrons will be limited to two hours of…
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February 3 @ 4:30 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Learn knitting basics and complete a finished project in this 6-part series.
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February 3 @ 6:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Learn the basics of Apple computers on our MacBook Pro laptops in these weekly Mac labs. This week’s topics are the differences between Macs and PCs, using the mouse and navigating the Mac interface and applications. Preregistration is required online…
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February 4 @ 6:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
In this two-session workshop, participants will learn how to create a slideshow, add photos and images and create handouts. Basic computer skills and preregistration are required. Preregister by phone or in person at the Cyber Center desk on Tuesday evenings.…
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February 5 @ 4:15 am – 4:15 pm – Free
If you type slowly and would like to improve your skills for work, school or any other reason, come to typing practice lab to get guided assistance and tips from a Queens Library instructor.
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February 5 @ 6:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
We will screen the following movies in February: 2/5 – “A Raisin in the Sun” (1961); 2/12 – “The Color Purple” (1985); 2/19 – “Remember the Titans” (2000); 2/26 – “The Help” (2011)
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February 5 @ 7:00 pm – Free
Greater Springfield Community Church, 177-06 129th Avenue Jamaica, 11434+ Google Map
The first Operation Safe South East Queens meeting for this year will take place on Wednesday, February 5, 2014, at 7 p.m. at the Greater Springfield Community Church 177-06 129 Ave. Jamaica, NY 11434. The new Police Commissioner, Bill Bratton,…
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February 6 @ 10:00 am – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Have you finished the basic classes? Are you bopping around the Internet like a pro? Super! Now is the time to start learning to code for yourself. Codecademy is a free, easy online learning platform you can use to teach…
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February 6 @ 12:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Codecademy is a free, easy online platform for learning computer languages such as Python, HTML/CSS and Ruby. Use time provided in Codecademy Lab to practice coding and collaborate with other learners. To use the computers during Lab, you must create…
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February 6 @ 12:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Every Thursday at noon we screen a different classic movie. In February, we will show Oscar-nominated films featuring African-American actors: 2/6 – “The Defiant Ones” (1958); 2/13 – “Imitation of Life” (1959); 2/20 – “To Kill a Mockingbird” (1962); 2/27…
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February 6 @ 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm – Free
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Queens Satellite High School for Opportunity, 162-02 Hillside Avenue Jamaica, 11432+ Google Map
Do you have a passion that you would like to share with young people? The College and Career Mentoring program seeks to provide students with skills and experiences designed to support their personal growth. Key to the Institute is the…
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February 6 @ 3:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Award-winning artist Catherine Lau gives some historical background and then guides you in creating delightful and charming dough figurines of horses in honor of this year’s Lunar New Year animal, the horse. Materials are limited to the first 25 participants;…
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February 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm – Free
York College Performing Arts Center, 94-45 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard Jamaica, 11451+ Google Map
Bill Cosby & Frank Savage will be discussing their new books at York College in a special Black History Month presentation in conjunction with the Greater Queens Chapter of The Links, Inc.
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February 6 @ 6:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Improve your productivity with Microsoft Excel. Learn what a spreadsheet is and how to navigate one, and how to create workbooks, enter and edit data, and create charts and graphs. Preregistration is required online at jobmap.queenslibrary.org. Visit the Job Information…
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February 6 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Free
Calvary Baptist Church, 111-10 Guy R. Brewer Boulevard Jamaica, 11433+ Google Map
State Senator Malcolm A. Smith is pleased to present a town hall meeting on New York State budget priorities and quality of life. We want to hear about your issues and concerns. Come out to this important meeting and bring…
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February 6 @ 6:30 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Sam Roberts is the award-winning Urban Affairs Correspondent for “The New York Times” and host of the weekly television news program “The New York Times Close Up” on NY1. His articles have appeared in “The New York Times Magazine,” “New…
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February 7 @ 9:30 am – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Create awesome presentations and slide shows with PowerPoint 2010. Topics include creating and editing slides, changing designs and colors, inserting pictures and illustrations, and presenting your slide show. Basic computer skills are required. You must preregister online at jobmap.queenslibrary.org. Call…
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February 7 @ 10:30 am – 11:15 am – Adults $4; Students $8
Jamaica Performing Arts Center, 153-10 Jamaica Avenue Jamaica, 11432+ Google Map
Mr. Chris’ Musical Experience is pleased to present a 45 minute hip hop musical theater performance celebrating the life and accomplishments of two African Americans — Thurgood Marshall and Debbie Allen — along with black inventors who have used their…
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February 7 @ 11:30 am – 12:15 pm – Adults $4; Students $8
Jamaica Performing Arts Center, 153-10 Jamaica Avenue Jamaica, 11432+ Google Map
Mr. Chris’ Musical Experience is pleased to present a 45 minute hip hop musical theater performance celebrating the life and accomplishments of two African Americans — Thurgood Marshall and Debbie Allen — along with black inventors who have used their…
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February 7 @ 1:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Join us in the Cyber Center Training Room Mondays and Fridays, 1:00-5:00 PM, for Open Lab practice, when you can search for a job, edit your resume or practice your computer skills. Patrons will be limited to two hours of…
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February 7 @ 4:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Children ages 6-12 can drop in to play board games or cards, do puzzles or a craft, or enjoy another fun activity.
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February 7 @ 5:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Are you trying to find your way to a new job? Join us for JobMap registration and learn how you can receive customized recommendations for job search help and computer training, register for job search workshops and computer training classes,…
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February 7 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – $10 ($5 w/ Business Card)
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Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning, 161-04 Jamaica Avenue 11432+ Google Map
The Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning and the Jamaica Center Business Improvement District are pleased to present First Fridays in Downtown Jamaica. Join other young urban professionals — 25 and up — who work, shop, live and dine in…
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February 8 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – $40.00
The Harvest Room, 90-40 160th Street Jamaica, 11432+ Google Map
Create greater clarity for 2014, and bring your personal and business goals to life as you create your future at the “Create Your Future – Vision Board Party” on Saturday, February 8, 2014. Get your vision out of your head.…
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February 8 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – Free
Fabulous Fitness NYC, 146-92 Guy R Brewer Blvd+ Google Map
Fabulous Fitness NYC (The New, Bigger & Better Fitness & Wellness Center) invites one and all to the ribbon cutting ceremony for its new facility. Come on out for a morning of class demos, giveaways, and a live DJ.
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February 8 @ 9:30 am – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Make your documents stand out with Microsoft Word! In this class, you will learn how to create and save Word documents; format and edit text; copy, cut and paste items; and use the main functions and commands of Word. Basic…
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February 8 @ 2:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) schema provides temporary deportation protection and work permits to those who qualify. Learn more about the program and whether you qualify.
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February 8 @ 2:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Improve your productivity with Microsoft Excel. Learn what a spreadsheet is and how to navigate one, and how to create workbooks, enter and edit data, and create charts and graphs. Preregistration is required online at jobmap.queenslibrary.org. Visit the Job Information…
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February 8 @ 3:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
The film “Before They Die,” produced by Reginald Turner and Charles J. Ogletree, Jr., and play “Black Wall Street,” written by Celeste Bedford Walker and produced by Michael Green and Shades of Truth Theatre, tell of the little-known Tulsa race…
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February 8 @ 7:00 pm – $6 (4 for $20)
Springfield Gardens High School, 143-10 Springfield Boulevard Springfield Gardens, 11413+ Google Map
Star Search Comes to Queens with the SRFN 2nd Annual Winter Benefit Concert. Come enjoy our local talent performed by public school students, alumni and friends. So come on out and bring your family and friends. The evening will be…
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February 8 @ 7:00 pm – Free
Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning, 161-04 Jamaica Avenue 11432+ Google Map
A Better Jamaica is pleased to present a new film series — Cinema en Espanol. Join us as we salute Jamaica’s Spanish speaking population by presenting a series of Spanish language films — with English subtitles for those who simply…
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February 9 @ 2:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Deborah Fried-Rubin is is a recipient of Queens College’s Silverstein-Peiser Award for Poetry and a former writer-in-residence at the Louis Armstrong House Museum. Her work has appeared in the anthology “Why I Am Not A Painter” (Argos Books), and at…
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February 9 @ 2:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Take your PowerPoint presentations to the next level! Topics include creating transitions, using animation, and inserting charts and multimedia. Basic computer skills and knowledge of PowerPoint are required. You must preregister online at jobmap.queenslibrary.org. Call 718-990-8625 for additional information. Class…
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February 9 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm – $10
Afrikan Poetry Theatre, 176-03 Jamaica Avenue Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
The Afrikan Poetry Theatre and the World Afrikan Diaspora Union are pleased to present a poetry reading and workshop featuring George Edward Tait: The Poet Laureate of Harlem. Come and enjoy the poetry workshop with Master Poet and Laureate. The…
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February 10 @ 9:30 am – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
After this workshop, you will have the basic skills to begin to navigate the Internet. Topics include Internet terminology, using a browser, the basic structure of a website, searching the web and Internet safety. Preregister online at jobmap.queenslibrary.org or call…
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February 10 @ 11:00 am – $15 (Five Ticket Minimum)
Jamaica Performing Arts Center, 153-10 Jamaica Avenue Jamaica, 11432+ Google Map
The Jamaica Performing Arts Center is pleased to present Ailey II: An Artistic Workshop. As this is an artistic workshop, tickets are only available for groups of five or more. For additional information, call (718) 618-6170.
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February 10 @ 6:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Learn the basics of Apple computers on our MacBook Pro laptops in these weekly Mac labs. This week’s topics are Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Preregistration is required online at jobmap.queenslibrary.org. Call 718-990-8625 for additional information. Class code CC280
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February 11 @ 6:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
In this two-session workshop, participants will learn how to create a slideshow, add photos and images and create handouts. Basic computer skills and preregistration are required. Preregister by phone or in person at the Cyber Center desk on Tuesday evenings.…
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February 12 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Harvest Room, 90-40 160th Street Jamaica, 11432+ Google Map
The Community Healthcare Network is pleased to present “How to Find the Best Doctor” – a workshop for employers, employees and parents/guardians. Join CHN to learn about the checklist you need to have before your next check-up. A light breakfast…
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February 12 @ 4:15 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
If you type slowly and would like to improve your skills for work, school or any other reason, come to typing practice lab to get guided assistance and tips from a Queens Library instructor. Class code CC290
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February 12 @ 6:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
After this workshop, you will have the basic skills to begin to navigate the Internet. Topics include Internet terminology, using a browser, the basic structure of a website, searching the web and Internet safety. Preregister online at jobmap.queenslibrary.org or call…
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February 13 @ 12:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Codecademy is a free, easy online platform for learning computer languages such as Python, HTML/CSS and Ruby. Use time provided in Codecademy Lab to practice coding and collaborate with other learners. To use the computers during Lab, you must create…
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February 13 @ 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm – Free
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Queens Satellite High School for Opportunity, 162-02 Hillside Avenue Jamaica, 11432+ Google Map
Do you have a passion that you would like to share with young people? The College and Career Mentoring program seeks to provide students with skills and experiences designed to support their personal growth. Key to the Institute is the…
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February 13 @ 6:00 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Improve your productivity and boost your knowledge of Excel. Topics covered include a review of the basics, creating and manipulating tables and using formulas and functions. Basic computer skills and knowledge of Excel are required. You must preregister online at…
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February 13 @ 6:30 pm – Free
Queens Library – Central Branch, 89-11 Merrick Boulevard Jamaica, NY 11432 United States+ Google Map
Ray Guarnieri is an award-winning director and producer from Buffalo, NY. His current project, “Harvard on Hudson,” is a surrealist drama about a young man who must confront himself before he can break free from the world as he envisions…
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