Rhythms & Rhymes: The Langston Hughes Speakeasy

Schedule

Sat Feb 21 2026 at 02:00 pm to 06:00 pm

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Queens Public Library Langston Hughes | Queens, NY

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Step into the Jazz age for an elegant, speakeasy - inspired celebration honoring the 125th anniversary of Langston Hughes' birth.
About this Event

Step into the Jazz age for an elegant, speakeasy - inspired celebration honoring the 125th anniversary of Langston Hughes' birth. This immersive event blends poetry, music, style, and community in tribute to Hughes' enduring legacy.

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Queens Public Library Langston Hughes, 100-01 Northern Boulevard, Queens, United States

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