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Give thanks at your local library! Queens Library is hosting Thanksgiving events for the whole family, including Thanksgiving placemat crafts, a post-it gallery activity, and a floral arrangement class. Gather your loved ones and show us what you’re thankful for! 11/2017

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By order of the Mayor, effective as of March 17, 2020 at 9 AM: To prevent the further spread of COVID-19,
all bars, restaurants, and cafes
are limited to take-out and delivery. All nightclubs, movie theaters, and entertainment venues must close.

Queens Library changed its name from "Queens Borough Public Library" to "Queens Public Library" in April 2019.

To serve the communities better QPL waged a compaign "We Speak Your Language" in April 2019.

March 15 Sunday, 2020

Dear Colleagues,

In coordination with the Mayor’s Office, all Queens Public Library locations will be closed starting tomorrow, Monday, March 16 until further notice.

All staff scheduled to work tomorrow should report to work to manage the transition. However, if you fall into one of the categories of high-risk populations, or have childcare issues, please contact your supervisor to let them know you will be out. We will send further guidance regarding the accounting for your time.

I know many of you have questions, and we will send you additional information in the coming days.

To stay informed, please

• Regularly check your QPL e-mail inbox, available at webmail.queenslibrary.org

• Ensure you have contact information for your supervisor and the members of your team and remain in touch with them

All my best to you and your loved ones, and my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for your fortitude and commitment.

Dennis

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March 15 Sunday, 2020

Team,

As you know, effective immediately we are closed to the public.

Staff is being asked to report to work tomorrow, as able.

There are a few items that need to be addressed tomorrow morning and once completed, staff will be excused for the day.

· The self-check-in machines will need to be shut down

· All items in the fridge need to be taken out

· All personal items that staff want to take home need to be removed

· Staff needs to ensure that their supervisors have their phone contact information in case you need to get in touch with them, via phone, as well as email

· An informational sign, which MCD will provide via email early tomorrow morning, needs to be printed and placed on the inside front door facing out

Once these steps are completed, the person in charge is to call or email the CLS Office and confirm all points are completed.

Hopefully this can be done quickly and staff can be excused right away.

Thank you,

Nick

Nick Buron

Chief Librarian

We’re Prepared and Here for You! March 16, 2020

To our customers,

With the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we are all facing an unprecedented time. We understand the importance of staying connected and the role we, our network and our employees play in keeping our customers and communities connected during this critical time. It’s natural for people to want to stay up to date while staying in touch with loved ones. We take that need very seriously.

As communities across our country take steps to slow and contain this event, our customers can have peace of mind knowing that we are prepared. Internet, TV and phone services will continue to enable families to work from home, school from home, perform typical day-to-day activities – whether that’s calling a loved one, watching a movie, video conferencing, social media, online shopping – you name it.

Our RCN Network is engineered and built for capacity, speed, reliability, and expansion. In addition, we closely monitor network usage 24x7 to ensure there is ample capacity for an optimal customer experience. With more and more people working from home in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, we continue to see optimal performance of the network, and plenty of excess capacity should that usage increase, while also standing ready to address network issues that may arise with trained and seasoned local technicians. Our robust, fiber-rich network enables us to operate in interconnected footprints on the East and West coasts and in the Central U.S., with back-up capabilities for each. We also have dedicated staff, equipment and supplies across 10 states at the ready to identify and remedy mission critical operations.

We have and will continue to proactively educate our employees on prevention and precaution steps as identified by the CDC and local health officials to ensure they do not exhibit any symptoms and feel safe for themselves and our customers when entering a home.

Our customers, the public, and government agencies are all counting on us to have our services up and running as reliable communication is a critical tool during this time. We are committed and ready to do our part in taking care of each other during this time - our customers, communities, businesses and employees. We’re prepared and here for you!

Thank you for being a loyal RCN customer, and please take care of yourself and each other.

Sincerely,

Bruce Abbott
General Manager, RCN New York

To serve the communities better QPL waged a compaign "We Speak Your Language" in April 2019.

COVID-19: A message for our policyholders March 16 Monday, 2020

Dear Greg,

Amid ongoing concern about the coronavirus COVID-19, GEICO's top priority is the health, safety, and well-being of our policyholders. We understand the concern and uncertainty you may be experiencing around the evolving situation, and we're committed to being responsive and flexible to our customers' needs.

I wanted to personally reach out and share a few ways we are here to serve you during this time:

•	For the fastest level of service, we strongly encourage you to access your account online through the mobile app or geico.com to make policy updates, check claim status, and more. It's typically easier and faster to manage your account digitally, given that call wait times may be longer than usual. If you don't have the app yet, you can download it for free below.
•	If you do plan on contacting GEICO over the phone or visiting your local GEICO office in person, please know our friendly agents are standing by, as always. We have taken extra precautionary measures in response to this developing public health impact, including increased cleaning and sanitizing procedures for our local agent offices.
•	It is our intent to remain transparent, providing the latest information from GEICO here.
•	We understand that there may be instances where customers find themselves facing financial difficulties. GEICO is here to help and we encourage customers who may be impacted to reach out to discuss how we might be of assistance.

Thank you for being a loyal GEICO customer.

Sincerely,

Todd Combs, President and CEO

To serve the communities better QPL waged a compaign "We Speak Your Language" in April 2019.

March 16 Monday, 2020

Dear Greg,

As new reports of Coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to develop, there's no denying that we have waded into unprecedented waters. The health and safety of our employees and customers remains our first priority, and because of that, I want to share my thoughts on these difficult times.

I've been in this business for a long time and have seen my fair share of highs and lows. One thing that has served me well throughout my career is the need to pause and take a deep breath during turbulent periods. To feel anxious is normal - it's hard not to be in a world that is changing day to day. We are faced with unparalleled challenges and adversity. But if history tells us anything, it's that the human condition will rise to the challenges we face, as we are doing now. No one knows what tomorrow will bring but that doesn't mean we stop preparing for it.

HSBC has been connecting customers to opportunities since 1865. As one of the largest banking and financial services organizations in the world, we are incredibly diversified, with operations in 64 countries and territories. Our expertise and experience has allowed us to be where the growth is for more than 150 years, enabling businesses to thrive, economies to prosper, and ultimately, helping people to fulfil their hopes and realize their ambitions.

While today's markets are experiencing unprecedented volatility, rest assured that our best and brightest are working tirelessly to understand this environment. With a bench as deep as ours, we're aware of the historical parallels and potential outcomes.

Fear and uncertainty are real and tangible emotions and it is easy to succumb to the unprecedented negative news and the panic in the market. That is why on a personal note, I recently spoke to my own financial advisor to review my family's financial plan, and to ensure we can still achieve our goals despite the current and - potentially further - market turbulence. It was a great discussion and her advice was to stay the course as this crisis, like those in the past, will come to an end. 'Don't panic and take a long-term view,' were words that helped put me and my family at ease. Based on my experience, I'd encourage you to seek advice from your financial advisor as well.

Please know that we have comprehensive plans in place to ensure our employees remain safe and are ready and able to serve our customers without disruption. Following my signature below are additional details regarding HSBC's resilience and further information we feel is important to put in your hands. As the situation evolves we will adjust our efforts accordingly.

Additionally, I encourage you to access your accounts and perform routine banking transactions at home using Personal Internet Banking or the HSBC Mobile Banking App, as well as an ATM near you where you can also access cash.

You can also visit global health organization websites that provide more information on the coronavirus, including the World Health Organization and International SOS.

Above all, I want you to know that you can continue to rely on the global resources and stability of HSBC Bank. We stand with you, ready to help, offer advice and share our best thinking on how to navigate through this challenging period.

Thank you and remember we're here to help.

Michael Roberts
Chief Executive Officer, HSBC USA

To serve the communities better QPL waged a compaign "We Speak Your Language" in April 2019.

March 13 Friday, 2020

Baoyin --

It is time to close our public schools for the safety and well-being of the students, teachers, and staff.

This is not an easy decision, but we must take aggressive measures to stop the spread of coronavirus/COVID-19. Teaching and learning cannot take place under these circumstances.

The City must immediately come up with a plan that includes childcare relief for families who need it so that our essential workers, especially healthcare workers, can continue with their duties. We must also ensure meals and medical care are provided for students who rely on schools for these crucial services.

I have repeatedly said it is not time to panic. But it is time to act. We must take bold, decisive measures to do everything we can to limit the spread of coronavirus/COVID-19.

This pandemic presents an enormous challenge for us as a city. But I have complete confidence in our ability to get through this together. The decisions we make will be difficult ones, but we must move forward with the common good in mind. We must limit the spread of this virus while at the same time working to protect our most vulnerable friends, family, and neighbors.

In times of trouble New Yorkers never fail to come together. By doing so, we rise to every occasion. I have no doubt that we will weather this crisis as we have past crises. And in the end we will be stronger. This is the New York way.

Thank you,

Corey Johnson
NYC Council Speaker

To serve the communities better QPL waged a compaign "We Speak Your Language" in April 2019.

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Notification issued 09-09-2019 at 8:35 AM. NYC Beaches will remain closed for the season. Swimming and wading are not permitted.

For more information call 3-1-1, text BEACH to 877-877 or go to http://on.nyc.gov/2eJRxxz.

To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), العربية, বাঙালি, 中文, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, 한국어, Polski, Pусский, Español, اردو or ייִדיש : http://on.nyc.gov/2h79Rlg.

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January 30, Thursday, 2020

Good morning.

Because of the recent news reports on the coronavirus, the Library has been continuing to monitor the various updates given by the City’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).

At the present time, DOHMH and the CDC suggest some ways to protect ourselves against all respiratory viruses:

· Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or by using an alcohol based hand sanitizer if soap and water aren’t available.

· Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.

· Cover your mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing.

· If you’re feeling sick, stay home and/or seek medical care.

Here are links you can visit to familiarize yourself with the latest news:

· https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/coronavirus.page

· https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

You can also follow the CDC or World Health Organization (WHO) via Instagram or Facebook at @cdcgov and @WHO. Please feel free to share these links with customers who may have questions.

If you have any specific/individualized questions or concerns, please contact Nina Luca Bolowsky at 718-990-0816 or at Nina.G.LucaBolowsky@queenslibrary.org.

Hello,

As a mark of respect for the memory of those who tragically lost their lives eighteen years ago in the 9/11 terrorist attacks, by order of the Mayor of the City of New York, Bill de Blasio, all flags shall be lowered to half-staff on Wednesday, September 11, 2019.

This includes all flags – the American flag, the New York State and City flags, and the POW-MIA flag – on all City buildings, as well as stationary flagstaffs throughout the five boroughs.

Flags Lowered: Sunrise, Wednesday, September 11, 2019 upon custodians arrival in AM.

Flags Returned to Full-Staff: Sunset, Thursday, September 12, 2019 upon custodians arrival in AM.

Hello,

In honor of NYPD Police Officer Brian Mulkeen, who lost his life in the line of duty, all flags shall be lowered to half-staff, beginning immediately, by order of the Mayor of the City of New York, Bill de Blasio. A notice will follow as to when flags will resume full staff position.

This includes all flags – the American flag, the New York State and City flags, and the POW-MIA flag – on all City buildings, as well as stationary flagstaffs throughout the five boroughs.

Flags Lowered: Immediately

Flags Returned to Full-Staff: Notice to follow

December 3, 2019 (The Tuesday after Thanksgiving)

Dear Colleagues,

As many of you know, today is Giving Tuesday, the international day of charitable giving that occurs the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. This spirit of giving is also at the heart of our “It’s Time for Kind” campaign to encourage the public and all of us here to carry out acts of kindness throughout the holiday season and beyond.

If you are looking for ideas to give today, please consider donating your unused sick and/or annual leave to the Library’s “Donated Sick Leave Bank” for our colleagues who need additional sick leave. Please email Jezabelle Durecout or call her at 718 990 0736 for more information.

You could also consider contributing to the QPL/Food Bank For NYC Canned Food Drive. According to Food Bank for NYC, one in five New York City children struggles with hunger and more than 1.2 million NYC residents, or 14.4 percent, are food insecure. Please consider donating at least one or two cans of food before the drive ends this Saturday, December 7. Our goal is to collect 6,000 pounds of canned goods from our staff and the public.

Thank you for your kindness and generous support!

January 8, 2020

Good Afternoon,

Now that the snow season has arrived, there may be days when the entire system or individual branches will be closed all day, open late, or close early. A decision will be communicated to you and to our customers as early as possible.

To find out about full or partial closings when there is a storm or any other emergency, please:

• Call QPL’s main phone number, 718-990-0700, and listen to the automated message

• Keep an eye on your QPL e-mail inbox for an all-staff notification

• Visit the QPL website; a notice on the homepage will be posted with details

• Check QPL’s Facebook page or Twitter and Instagram feeds.

In general, the Library will be open unless the Mayor issues a statement encouraging all non-emergency personnel to stay off the roads, or if mass transit shuts down. However, full and partial closings will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

The City’s Office of Emergency Management posts notifications about weather emergencies, school and transit closings, and power outages through Notify NYC, the City’s official source for information about emergency events and important City services. Notify NYC also sends notifications directly to New Yorkers via text and e-mail. You can enroll here.

Thanks for your attention.

Notification issued 03-13-2020 at 11:18 AM.

The City will provide relief for small businesses that are making less because of COVID-19. Find out more: https://on.nyc.gov/3aTuIUu. The City will also continue to provide a range of resources and services that help New Yorkers make ends meet every day: on.nyc.gov/38O3kG3.

For updates on coronavirus, text COVID to 692-692. For Coronavirus preparedness tips and safety info, visit: www.NYC.gov/coronavirus.

Notification issued 03-13-2020 at 6:56 AM. Due to restricted visibility, the Staten Island Ferry is operating on a modified schedule during the morning rush with service approximately every 20 minutes

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NYC Finance Department Tabling at LK 2017

Happy Friday. The government alone is not going to solve the city’s novel coronavirus problems, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said at a press conference. Rather, it’s the actions taken by the city’s residents that are going to either slow this thing down or let it run wild. （March 13, 2020)

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Prescription Delivery—Confidence During Coronavirus (COVID-19)

As we learn more about the potential impact coronavirus may have on our daily routines, you may be concerned about having enough of your medicine on hand for you and your family when you need it. Medly Pharmacy is an independent pharmacy that works with your health plan and ACPNY to help deliver your medicines.
Would you like your medicine delivered to your door on the same day?
Medly Pharmacy offers in-home delivery, in some cases on the same day, in New York City, Long Island, and New Jersey. They offer service in a half-dozen languages, including Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Russian. To connect with a Medly Pharmacy agent, call or text Medly at 800-595-0643.

Ms. Jehanne Black's birthday

Ms. Black's Birthday

Ms. Jehanne Black's birthday, 51years young, she told the audience at a meeting of over 100 people.

Ms. Jehanne Black speaking at the Spellabaration

Potluck get-together party for Michelle's retirement at Michelle Chan's Home 10/9/2017

Potluck get-together party for Michelle's retirement at Michelle Chan's Home 10/9/2017: from Left Leo Liu, Greg Gao, Hu Yasha, Michelle Chan, Chen Aihua, Suzen, Lin Chinyu, Zhang, July, Pei Jinru.