FREEMother Goose
QPL East Elmhurst Branch · East Elmhurst
Join the East Elmhurst Library staff for a Mother Goose storytime! This free storytime at the QPL East Elmhurst Branch is for ages 0mo-5y.
Weekly
Storytime Classes for Kids in East Elmhurst, NYC
5 upcoming · 2 local studios
East Elmhurst's storytime supply runs through two Queens Public Library branches, with five upcoming sessions split between the East Elmhurst and Langston Hughes locations. Most are free drop-in programs for toddlers 12 to 36 months, including Toddler Time and a Toddler Learning Center, alongside all-ages events like the 18th Annual Langston Hughes Literary Arts Festival. All upcoming sessions are listed below.
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Upcoming classes
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FREEToddler Learning Center at Langston Hughes
QPL Langston Hughes Branch · East Elmhurst
Please join us for our Toddler Learning Center this season! This is a dual-learning program for families with children ages 12 months to 36 months (1-3 years). Children are invited to play with a variety of toys while grown-ups will get the chance to chat with a professional in the fields of Parenting, Nutrition, Speech, Literacy, and Movement. Participating families will receive a free book to help build their little one's home library. Come to play, stay to learn!
Ages 12 mo–3 yrWeekly
FREELangston Hughes Library Anime Takeover
QPL Langston Hughes Branch · East Elmhurst
Calling all anime lovers, manga fans, gamers, and cosplayers! Join us for Anime Takeover! This FREE, all-day celebration brings together creativity and community with art, expression, and storytelling for fans of all ages. Enjoy cosplay contests (kids & adults), raffles, workshops, panels, manga giveaways, and surprise activities happening all day long. Whether you’re a seasoned otaku, a casual fan, or just curious, there’s something for everyone at this immersive event. Don’t miss it! Live Workshops & Panels: Cosplay Makeup Workshop Prop Making Workshop Manga Drawing Workshop Who Wants to be a Millionaire Anime Edition Children's and Adult's Cosplay Competitions
All ages
FREEToddler Time
QPL Langston Hughes Branch · East Elmhurst
Join us Wednesday mornings as we read sing and play together! This free storytime at QPL Langston Hughes Branch welcomes children ages 0 months to 5 years.
Ages 12 mo–3 yrWeekly
FREE18th Annual Langston Hughes Literary Arts Festival: Hip Hop’s Many Storytellers
QPL Langston Hughes Branch · East Elmhurst
Bars. Frames. Chapters. Celebrate the many ways hip hop tells its story—from the bar to the frame to the chapter. Hosted by MC TL Cross, the festival features DJ Baby J’s photography exhibit and artist talk, a trailer of Play's Return of the Wax documentary and Q&A, an Author Spotlight featuring four local authors and a book raffle, and a closing keynote from Ron Lawrence. Join us for an afternoon celebrating the voices, images, and stories that continue to shape hip hop culture. This program is funded by the NYSED Special Legislative Grant, the New York State Black Legislative Task Force, and the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA). Register here: https://artsfest2026.eventbrite.com/?aff=website
Local studios
Frequently asked
What ages are storytime sessions for in East Elmhurst?
Most storytime sessions in East Elmhurst run for ages infants through 5 years (most sessions are split by age band). Specific age bands are listed on each class page so you can filter by what fits your child.
How much do storytime sessions cost in East Elmhurst?
Prices in East Elmhurst range from almost always free — most sessions are run by NYC public libraries. Free events and drop-in pricing are flagged on each class card.
Do I need to register in advance for storytime sessions?
Most studio-run storytime sessions require advance registration through the studio's booking page. Library and city-park storytime programs are typically drop-in, though some popular sessions release a limited number of tickets in advance.