by Queens Public Library
Little ones and school-age kids in Queensbridge can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Queensbridge Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included robotics and coding workshops in the Tech Lab, LEGO Play Day and Code It. Its tech lab offers workshops from basic computer skills to robotics and programming.
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| Monday | 12 PM – 8 PM |
| Tuesday | — |
| Wednesday | 12 PM – 8 PM |
| Thursday | 12 PM – 8 PM |
| Friday | — |
| Saturday | 10 AM – 5 PM |
| Sunday | — |
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.
Open Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat. Pick a date to add it to your plans.
All ages.
Free; library cards are free. Some special programs ask for registration.
Monday: 12 PM–8 PM · Wednesday: 12 PM–8 PM · Thursday: 12 PM–8 PM · Saturday: 10 AM–5 PM. Branch hours shown; kids' program days and times change by season, so check the branch calendar.
10-43 41 Avenue, 11101, in Queensbridge, Queens.
Yes. Queensbridge Library is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
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