The Bushwick branches of the Brooklyn Public Library and the Ridgewood branch of the Queens Public Library offer the community many valuable programs for individuals of all ages. Due to the pandemic, all programs for all branches of the Queens Public Library are currently held virtually and so are most programs for the branches of the Brooklyn Public Library.
The following is only a handful of the numerous programs currently offered online at the local public libraries.
Brooklyn Public Library Presents
All months of the year, the Brooklyn Public Library offers free virtual arts and culture programs, including author talks, live performances, music, film, visual art exhibitions and more. Through this virtual programming, the Brooklyn Public Library offers everything from conversations about relevant news topics to history lessons about local landmarks, philosophy lessons and author conversations, among other things.
Brooklyn Public Library classes
All year round, the Brooklyn Public Library offers a wide range of free classes for those of all ages. Its classes and events calendar regularly lists helpful classes for those from all walks of life, including classes on citizenship exam prep, information on available services for social support like housing assistance and food assistance, computer software classes and much, much more.
Brooklyn Public Library’s digital resources and databases
The thought of surfing through a library database can sound like a daunting task. However, the Brooklyn Public Library’s resource database is extremely user friendly and useful. The library’s website makes it easy to search through tons of topics, including business and entrepreneurship, health and wellness, Brooklyn history, genealogy and much more.
Queens Public Library programs
The programs never slow down at the Queens Public Library. Nearly every day, there are dozens of classes, talks and interactive events for people of all ages, backgrounds and interests. Programs like the Queens Memory Project, a community archiving project, keep the history of Queens alive and teach community members about archiving, while College Readiness: Applying to College One Step at a Time will teach students everything they need to know about the college application process. Dozens of other programs cover a wide range of topics and interests.
Bushwick’s local libraries’ location, hours, transit and amenities
While the majority of the programs listed above are available online only, the Brooklyn and Queens Public Libraries are currently open to the public for usage of computers and free WiFi, browsing and borrowing books and media, signing up for a library card and other amenities.
Here is an updated roundup of four open Bushwick-area libraries, as hours of operation may have changed.
340 Bushwick Ave.
718-602-1348
Hours
Mon.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wed.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tues.: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sun.: Closed
Transit
J/M train at Lorimer St. or Flushing Ave. stops
L train at Montrose Ave. or Morgan Ave. stops
B43, B46, B57, B60 buses
Amenities
Computers
Laptop loan
Extended Wi-Fi
Accessibility
Outdoor services
After-hours returns
Meeting rooms
Citibikes nearby
Cooling center
790 Bushwick Ave.
718-455-3898
Hours
Mon.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wed.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tues.: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sun.: Closed
Transit
J/Z trains at Kosciuszko St. stop
M train at Central Ave. stop
B38, B46, B47 buses
Amenities
Computers
Extended Wi-Fi
Partial accessibility
Meeting rooms
360 Irving Ave.
718-628-8378
Hours
Mon.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wed.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tues.: 1 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Thurs.: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sun. Closed
Transit
L train at Myrtle-Wyckoff stop
B13, B18, B26, B52, B54, Q55, Q58 buses
Amenities
Computers
Laptop loan
Extended Wi-Fi
Accessibility
Meeting rooms
Cooling center
Queens Public Library at Ridgewood
20-12 Madison St.
718-821-4770
Hours
Mon.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wed.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Fri.: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tues.: 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Sat.: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sun.: Closed
Transit
M train at Forest Ave. stop
B12, B20, Q39, Q58 buses
Amenities
20 public computers with Microsoft Office software
Wi-Fi
Limited free printing
Children’s room
Meeting room
The Saratoga Library is currently closed for approximately 16 months due to replacement of the HVAC system. Holds placed previously for the Saratoga Library will be sent to the Macon Library.
Featured Image: Bushwick Public Library Facebook page
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