Events
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Queens Public Library - Fresh Meadows 193-20 Horace Harding Expressway, Fresh Meadows, NY
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Grow Your Own Microgreens
Queens Public Library - Richmond Hill 118-14 Hillside Ave., Richmond Hill, NYSusie Spodek leads this workshop on microgreens, which are herbs and vegetables harvested at their earliest stage of development - packed with intense flavor and concentrated nutrients. Learn how you can grow this plant indoors even if you have limited space and light. Attendees will receive a biodegradable kit to take home so they can […]
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Let’s Talk Veggies and Fruit: Tomatoes 🍅
We kick off our summer series with the seasonal star: the tomato! At their peak from mid-summer through early fall, this is the classic, “Is it a fruit or is it a vegetable?” item. You will be surprised at who waded into this controversy - and surprisingly - decided unanimously on an unusual answer. We […]
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Let’s Talk Veggies and Fruit: Eggplant
Join us for a deep dive into this month's seasonal veggie/fruit: Eggplant! Beyond the familiar deep purple, eggplants come in a surprising array of colors, shapes, and sizes! From curry to ratatouille to baba ganoush, this versatile ingredient plays a significant role in cuisines worldwide. Whether you call it eggplant or aubergine or something else, […]
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Apples of NY: Apples of NY: Harvest, Heritage and a Sweet New Year 🍎🍏
Queens Public Library - Hillcrest 187-05 Union Turnpike, Flushing, NYSince 1976, America’s bicentennial, the apple has proudly served as New York’s official state fruit. As we celebrate our 250th anniversary, join us in the “Big Apple” for an exploration of this delicious fruit. From historic heritage fruits to modern orchard favorites, many amazing apples were first grown here in New York State! Join us […]
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Apples of NY: Apples of NY: Harvest, Heritage and a Sweet New Year 🍎🍏
Queens Public Library - Elmhurst 86-07 Broadway, Elmhurst, NYSince 1976, America’s bicentennial, the apple has proudly served as New York’s official state fruit. As we celebrate our 250th anniversary, join us in the “Big Apple” for an exploration of this delicious fruit. From historic heritage fruits to modern orchard favorites, many amazing apples were first grown here in New York State! Join us […]
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Apples of NY: Apples of NY: Harvest, Heritage and a Sweet New Year 🍎🍏
Queens Public Library - Sunnyside 43-06 Greenpoint Avenue, Long Island City, NYSince 1976, America’s bicentennial, the apple has proudly served as New York’s official state fruit. As we celebrate our 250th anniversary, join us in the “Big Apple” for an exploration of this delicious fruit. From historic heritage fruits to modern orchard favorites, many amazing apples were first grown here in New York State! Join us […]
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Apples of NY: Apples of NY: Harvest, Heritage and a Sweet New Year 🍎🍏
Queens Public Library - Jackson Heights 35-51 81 Street, Jackson Heights, NYSince 1976, America’s bicentennial, the apple has proudly served as New York’s official state fruit. As we celebrate our 250th anniversary, join us in the “Big Apple” for an exploration of this delicious fruit. From historic heritage fruits to modern orchard favorites, many amazing apples were first grown here in New York State! Join us […]
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Let’s Talk Veggies and Fruit: Peppers
Join us for a deep dive into this month's seasonal veggie/fruit: Peppers Let’s Talk Veggies & Fruits: Peppers From sweet bells to jalapeños to scorching Carolina Reaper and more, peppers enhance our food by adding flavor and often heat. We’ll explore where peppers originated and how they influenced cuisines as they spread around the world. […]
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Apples of NY: Apples of NY: Harvest, Heritage and a Sweet New Year 🍎🍏
Queens Public Library - Central (Jamaica) 89-11 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica, NYSince 1976, America’s bicentennial, the apple has proudly served as New York’s official state fruit. As we celebrate our 250th anniversary, join us in the “Big Apple” for an exploration of this delicious fruit. From historic heritage fruits to modern orchard favorites, many amazing apples were first grown here in New York State! Join us […]
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Apples of NY: Apples of NY: Harvest, Heritage and a Sweet New Year 🍎🍏
Queens Public Library - North Hills 57-04 Marathon Parkway, Little Neck, NYSince 1976, America’s bicentennial, the apple has proudly served as New York’s official state fruit. As we celebrate our 250th anniversary, join us in the “Big Apple” for an exploration of this delicious fruit. From historic heritage fruits to modern orchard favorites, many amazing apples were first grown here in New York State! Join us […]
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Apples of NY: Apples of NY: Harvest, Heritage and a Sweet New Year 🍎🍏
Queens Public Library - Richmond Hill 118-14 Hillside Ave., Richmond Hill, NYSince 1976, America’s bicentennial, the apple has proudly served as New York’s official state fruit. As we celebrate our 250th anniversary, join us in the “Big Apple” for an exploration of this delicious fruit. From historic heritage fruits to modern orchard favorites, many amazing apples were first grown here in New York State! Join us […]