Free or low-cost things to do, deadlines you can’t miss, and community happenings — anyone hosting something for ages 12–19 in Queens can get listed here.
+ Submit your eventCreate a beautiful bouquet of artificial flowers for mom or another maternal figure — a gift that will last a lifetime. Open to teens in need of a Mother's Day gift.
Family time, music and food! Featuring food trucks including The Original Soupman, Pop Out Kitchen NYC, I Am Hungry 24/7, Candice's Food for the Soul, NAO Caribbean Flavors, Say Dipped, Mr Smith's, Seafood and More, and more.
Workshop to learn about opportunities teens can pursue over summer to be one step further on their college and career journey. Also covers summer workshops hosted at the Library. Virtual option available.
Put your phones and devices down for the Digital Detox Sewing Circle. Craft something special the old-fashioned way for Teen Mental Health Month. Learn sewing skills while disconnecting from screens.
Interactive program offering kids and teens the opportunity to observe and handle live animals to understand different kinds of animal classifications. Meet live animal specimens during the session. Very effective and welcoming for all students, including those with special needs. Sponsored by NYC Council Deputy Speaker Dr. Nantasha Williams.
In honor of Mental Health Month, teens watch "Inside Out" while creating their own mental health coping kits to help understand their emotions.
Teens dive into a puzzling murder mystery with Young Engineers. Work together, deciphering clues and using problem-solving skills to unravel the truth behind a fictional crime. Sponsored by NYC Council Member Dr. Nantasha Williams.
Youth Resource and Preparedness Fair connecting high school students and families with colleges, community partners and programs. Features college/university tabling (10am–1pm in the Gym), panels on financial aid, college admissions, and navigating career paths by New Visions Public Schools (starting 10:30am). Cosponsored by NYC Public Schools and the Queens High School Presidents' Council. RSVP required.
Mom & Son 90s Party featuring raffle, games, and dinner — come in your 90s gear! Tickets: $40 per Mommy and Son, $15 for each additional child. Hosted by Pack 627 Rochdale Village and Rochdale Village Inc. For tickets see a Scout mom or email scoutmein627@gmail.com.
In honor of Mental Health Month — a monthly Teen Talk program where Cambria Heights Teen staff present different mental health coping skills and games.
In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, teens watch a film honoring that heritage at the Cambria Heights Teen Center.
A welcoming space for youth and young adults to connect, share experiences, and discover tools for mental wellness. Explore coping strategies, center joy, and learn how to lift each other up while practicing empathy and building resilience.
Roller skating fun for all ages — enjoy music and fun activities! Bring your own roller skates or borrow from available stock on a first-come, first-served basis.
Multicultural Cookout — "Bringing all the flavors to one table." Resource and Information fair hosted by Young Men Strong. For more info call 929-260-4970 or 516-427-6797, or email youngmenstrong@gmail.com.
A welcoming space for youth and young adults to connect, share experiences, and discover tools for mental wellness. Explore coping strategies, center joy, and learn how to lift each other up while practicing empathy and building resilience.