by Queens Public Library
At Kew Gardens Hills Library, the youth collection covers everything from lap-sized board books to graphic novels, and the space doubles as a quiet after-school spot for Kew Gardens Hills students. Recurring kids' programs lately have included Toddler Time, Monday Morning Craft, Play Time and Baby and Me. It also has Sunday hours and has offered a reading group for kids with special needs.
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| Monday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Tuesday | 1 PM – 6 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Thursday | 12 PM – 8 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM – 6 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | 12 PM – 5 PM |
Branch hours shown; kids' program days and times change by season, so check the branch calendar.
Free; library cards are free. Some special programs ask for registration.
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All ages.
Free; library cards are free. Some special programs ask for registration.
Sunday: 12 PM–5 PM · Monday: 10 AM–6 PM · Tuesday: 1 PM–6 PM · Wednesday: 10 AM–6 PM · Thursday: 12 PM–8 PM · Friday: 10 AM–6 PM · Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM. Branch hours shown; kids' program days and times change by season, so check the branch calendar.
72-33 Vleigh Place, 11367, in Kew Gardens Hills, Queens.
Yes. Kew Gardens Hills Library is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
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