# Libraries for kids in Queens (66) > 66 libraries for kids in Queens, 66 free. Story times, lapsits, kids rooms. Includes Hunters Point Library and Queens Central Library. URL: https://littlegotham.com/borough/queens/libraries/ [Home](https://littlegotham.com/) / [Queens](https://littlegotham.com/borough/queens/) / Libraries ## Libraries for kids in Queens 66 libraries for kids in Queens, 66 free. Story times, lapsits, kids rooms. Includes Hunters Point Library and Queens Central Library. [Filter & map these](https://littlegotham.com/explore/?cat=libraries&boro=Queens) 66 free 66 indoor ### Other boroughs [Libraries in Manhattan](https://littlegotham.com/borough/manhattan/libraries/) · [Libraries in Brooklyn](https://littlegotham.com/borough/brooklyn/libraries/) · [Libraries in the Bronx](https://littlegotham.com/borough/bronx/libraries/) · [Libraries in Staten Island](https://littlegotham.com/borough/staten-island/libraries/) · [All libraries in NYC](https://littlegotham.com/category/libraries/) ### By neighborhood [Astoria 3 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-astoria/) · [Flushing 3 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-flushing/) · [Auburndale 2 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-auburndale/) · [South Jamaica 2 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-south-jamaica/) · [Corona 2 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-corona/) · [Little Neck 2 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-little-neck/) · [Far Rockaway 2 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-far-rockaway/) · [Forest Hills 2 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-forest-hills/) · [Long Island City 2 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-long-island-city/) · [Richmond Hill 2 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-richmond-hill/) · [Arverne 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-arverne/) · [Bay Terrace 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-bay-terrace/) · [Bayside 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-bayside/) · [Bellerose 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-bellerose/) Breezy Point 1 [Briarwood 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-briarwood/) · [Broad Channel 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-broad-channel/) · [Cambria Heights 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-cambria-heights/) · [Jamaica 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-jamaica/) · [East Elmhurst 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-east-elmhurst/) · [Elmhurst 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-elmhurst/) · [Fresh Meadows 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-fresh-meadows/) · [Glen Oaks 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-glen-oaks/) · [Glendale 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-glendale/) Hillcrest 1 Hollis 1 [Howard Beach 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-howard-beach/) · [Jackson Heights 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-jackson-heights/) · [Kew Gardens Hills 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-kew-gardens-hills/) Laurelton 1 Lefrak City 1 [Maspeth 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-maspeth/) · [Middle Village 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-middle-village/) · [Ozone Park 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-ozone-park/) · [Rockaway Beach 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-rockaway-beach/) Pomonok 1 [College Point 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-college-point/) · [Queens Village 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-queens-village/) Queensboro Hill 1 Queensbridge 1 [Ravenswood 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-ravenswood/) · [Rego Park 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-rego-park/) · [Ridgewood 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-ridgewood/) Rochdale Village 1 [Rosedale 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-rosedale/) · [Rockaway Park 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-rockaway-park/) South Hollis 1 [South Ozone Park 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-south-ozone-park/) · [St. Albans 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-st-albans/) · [Sunnyside 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-sunnyside/) · [Whitestone 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-whitestone/) · [Hollis Hills 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-hollis-hills/) · [Woodhaven 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-woodhaven/) · [Woodside 1 ](https://littlegotham.com/neighborhood/queens-woodside/) [Hunters Point Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/hunters-point-library/): Long Island City Free Queens Public 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. All ages Daily Indoor [Queens Central Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/queens-central-library/): Jamaica Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Daily Indoor [Briarwood Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/briarwood-library/): Briarwood Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Elmhurst Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/elmhurst-library/): Elmhurst Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Flushing Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/flushing-library/): Flushing Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Daily Indoor [Hillcrest Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/hillcrest-library/): Hillcrest Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Langston Hughes Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/langston-hughes-library/): Corona Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [McGoldrick Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/mcgoldrick-library/): Flushing Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [North Forest Park Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/north-forest-park-library/): Forest Hills Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Astoria Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/astoria-library/): Astoria Temporarily closed Queens Public Library 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. All ages Indoor [Far Rockaway Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/far-rockaway-library/): Far Rockaway Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Daily Indoor [Kew Gardens Hills Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/kew-gardens-hills-library/): Kew Gardens Hills Free 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. All ages Daily Indoor [Auburndale Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/auburndale-library/): Auburndale Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Bay Terrace Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/bay-terrace-library/): Bay Terrace Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Bayside Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/bayside-library/): Bayside Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Bellerose Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/bellerose-library/): Bellerose Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Broadway Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/broadway-library/): Astoria Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Cambria Heights Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/cambria-heights-library/): Cambria Heights Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [East Elmhurst Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/east-elmhurst-library/): East Elmhurst Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [East Flushing Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/east-flushing-library/): Auburndale Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Far Rockaway Teen Library – Teen Space](https://littlegotham.com/activity/far-rockaway-teen-library-teen-space/): Far Rockaway Free Queens Public Library 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. Ages 12–17 Mon–Fri Indoor [Forest Hills Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/forest-hills-library/): Forest Hills Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Fresh Meadows Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/fresh-meadows-library/): Fresh Meadows Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Mon–Sat Indoor [Glen Oaks Library](https://littlegotham.com/activity/glen-oaks-library/): Glen Oaks Free Queens Public Library 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. All ages Daily Indoor ### Quick answers How many libraries for kids are there in Queens? LittleGotham lists 66 libraries for kids in Queens. Are there free libraries for kids in Queens? Yes. 66 of 66 are free to attend, including Hunters Point Library, Queens Central Library, Briarwood Library. What can kids do indoors in Queens on a rainy day? 66 listings are indoors, such as Hunters Point Library, Queens Central Library, Briarwood Library. Which neighborhoods in Queens have the most libraries? 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