66 libraries for kids in Queens, 66 free. Story times, lapsits, kids rooms. Includes Hunters Point Library and Queens Central Library.
Little ones and school-age kids in Hunters Point can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Hunters Point Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included Toddler Time, Family Fun and Crafternoon. The striking waterfront building sits next to Gantry Plaza State Park and opens on Sundays.
Little ones and school-age kids in Jamaica can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Queens Central Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. The weekly lineup has recently included bilingual storytimes, STEM activities, crafts and video game hours. Its Children's Library Discovery Center mixes a kids' library with hands-on science and math exhibits, and the building opens on Sundays.
Briarwood Library is a neighborhood branch where Briarwood children can sit and read, check out books and media on a free card, and join regularly scheduled kids' programs. The weekly lineup has recently included Lego Club and Arts & Crafts.
Little ones and school-age kids in Elmhurst can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Elmhurst Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. Recurring kids' programs lately have included Mother Goose Time infants, PreK & Kindergarten Storytime, Wacky Adventures STEAM for school-age and Tween Time.
At Flushing 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 Flushing students. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included storytime & craft events and hands-on crafts. This is one of the busiest branches in the Queens system, with large collections in several languages, and it opens Sundays.
At Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest students. The weekly lineup has recently included Toddler Time, Toddler Play Time, Family Storytime and Crafternoon.
The children's area at Langston Hughes Library stocks board books, picture books and chapter books for Corona kids, with computers and table space for after-school reading and homework. Current calendar offerings for kids include Storytime in Spanish, After-School Storytime and Craft and STEM & crafts. The branch is home to a well-known Black heritage reference center.
McGoldrick Library gives Flushing families a free indoor stop with a kids' collection that runs from baby board books to middle-grade novels. The weekly lineup has recently included Toddler Storytime, Picture Book Time, Game Time and Toddler Fun Time.
At North Forest Park 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 Forest Hills students. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included storytimes, baby programs, toddler playtime and LEGO club.
Astoria Library is the Astoria branch of Queens Public Library, with a children's collection and regular early-literacy programs when the building is in service. Right now the building is closed (closed for renovation, expected reopening Summer 2029 with a new dedicated children's room; Mobile Library outside branch Mondays 10am-5pm), so families should use nearby branches or the mobile/pop-up services in the meantime.
Far Rockaway Library is a neighborhood branch where Far Rockaway children can sit and read, check out books and media on a free card, and join regularly scheduled kids' programs. Current calendar offerings for kids include Family Storytime, Maker's Space, Art & Exploration and Lego. It is one of the Queens branches that opens on Sunday afternoons.
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.
Little ones and school-age kids in Auburndale can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Auburndale Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. Current calendar offerings for kids include QPL Baby: Baby & Me, Toddler Time, Family Game Time and crafts and storytimes.
At Bay Terrace 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 Bay Terrace students. The weekly lineup has recently included Toddler Learning Center, Crafternoon for Kids and storytelling.
The children's area at Bayside Library stocks board books, picture books and chapter books for Bayside kids, with computers and table space for after-school reading and homework. Recurring kids' programs lately have included Baby & Me, Playing & Sensory Station, Toddler Time and Music & Playing.
Bellerose Library gives Bellerose families a free indoor stop with a kids' collection that runs from baby board books to middle-grade novels. Current calendar offerings for kids include Family Storytime, Family Game Time and Tween & Teen Club.
The children's area at Broadway Library stocks board books, picture books and chapter books for Astoria kids, with computers and table space for after-school reading and homework. Current calendar offerings for kids include Broadway Babies, Toddler Learning Center and Fun Fridays Exploration Stations with LEGO. The branch also has a newly built computer center.
Cambria Heights Library gives Cambria Heights families a free indoor stop with a kids' collection that runs from baby board books to middle-grade novels. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included Toddler Time and Teen Center.
The children's area at East Elmhurst Library stocks board books, picture books and chapter books for East Elmhurst kids, with computers and table space for after-school reading and homework. Programs for young children and school-age kids have included Mother Goose, Toddler Time and Family Playtime.
East Flushing Library gives Auburndale families a free indoor stop with a kids' collection that runs from baby board books to middle-grade novels. The weekly lineup has recently included Storytime for Toddlers, Arts & Crafts and Saturday Crafts.
This stand-alone teen library gives Far Rockaway teens their own after-school hangout with gaming consoles, VR headsets, computers, a podcast/recording studio and a DJ booth. It also runs college-readiness workshops; a library card is needed to get in and activity stations can be reserved in short blocks.
The children's area at Forest Hills Library stocks board books, picture books and chapter books for Forest Hills kids, with computers and table space for after-school reading and homework. The weekly lineup has recently included Toddler Time, Study Hall & Homework Help, Pokemon Club and Slime. Saturday study hall with homework help is a draw for school-age kids.
Fresh Meadows Library gives Fresh Meadows families a free indoor stop with a kids' collection that runs from baby board books to middle-grade novels. Recurring kids' programs lately have included Toddler Learning Center and Afterschool Crafts.
Little ones and school-age kids in Glen Oaks can browse the picture-book and early-reader shelves at Glen Oaks Library, borrow games and use the computers after school. Current calendar offerings for kids include Toddler Time and Craft and Music and Movement for Infants and Toddlers. It opens on Sunday afternoons as well.
LittleGotham lists 66 libraries for kids in Queens.
Yes. 66 of 66 are free to attend, including Hunters Point Library, Queens Central Library, Briarwood Library.
66 listings are indoors, such as Hunters Point Library, Queens Central Library, Briarwood Library.
Astoria (3), Flushing (3), Auburndale (2).