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Inside Queens Public Library's central branch, middle and high schoolers take robotics and technical workshops and use design and fabrication equipment with guidance from STEM staff. Access is free with an NYC FIRST membership.
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| Monday | — |
| Tuesday | 2 PM – 6 PM |
| Wednesday | — |
| Thursday | 2 PM – 6 PM |
| Friday | 2 PM – 5:45 PM |
| Saturday | — |
| Sunday | — |
Inside Queens Public Library Central branch
Free; NYC FIRST membership required
Open Tue, Thu, Fri. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Ages 12–17.
Free; NYC FIRST membership required
Tuesday: 2 PM–6 PM · Thursday: 2 PM–6 PM · Friday: 2 PM–5:45 PM. Inside Queens Public Library Central branch
89-11 Merrick Blvd, 11432, in Jamaica, Queens.
Yes. NYC FIRST STEM Center @ QPL Jamaica Central is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Children work through short daily worksheets in math and reading at their own level, visiting the center twice a week to complete assignments and get checked by instructors. The self-paced method aims to build strong calculation skills and independent study habits, and preschoolers can start with early number and letter work.
Children practice math and reading with bite-sized daily worksheets matched to their current level, stopping by the center twice a week so instructors can review work and assign the next steps. The program suits both kids who need to catch up and those ready to race ahead.
Kids build LEGO-based models to learn engineering principles, basic programming and robotics in a hands-on STEAM setting. The Jamaica franchise runs after-school programs, camps, field trips, workshops and birthday parties.
Students work through a personalized plan built from an initial skills assessment, getting small-group help from instructors on everything from number sense to algebra and test prep. Kids can also bring school homework to get support during sessions.
Children work through short daily worksheets in math and reading at their own level, visiting the center twice a week to complete assignments and get checked by instructors. The self-paced method aims to build strong calculation skills and independent study habits, and preschoolers can start with early number and letter work.
Children work through short daily worksheets in math and reading at their own level, visiting the center twice a week to complete assignments and get checked by instructors. The self-paced method aims to build strong calculation skills and independent study habits, and preschoolers can start with early number and letter work.