Newsletter Summer 2009 - North Shore Public Library

NORTH SHORE
P U B L I C
L I B R A R Y
SPECIAL SUMMER EDITION
JULY/AUGUST 2009
EXHIBITIONS
CONCERTS
JULY
Jazz Piano x 5
Thursday, July 9 at 7:00 PM
Ranny Reeve, a veteran musician and beloved
teacher, will present five of the finest jazz piano
players in the county as they display the wide
variety of styles to be discovered in jazz. All of
the pianists are former students of Mr. Reeve
and have gone on to play with many groups and
in various venues throughout the U.S. and
Europe.
Photography by Howard L. Stevens
Mr. Stevens, a professor of Radio,
Television and Film Programming,
retired from Suffolk Community College in 2001. He now travels
near and far capturing images, with a special eye for composition
and color. Not locked into any theme or form, his photography
brings new vision to ordinary subjects for the viewer. Mr. Stevens’
work has been exhibited widely on Long Island. He lives in Rocky
Point and is co-president of the Paumanok Camera Club.
In the Glass Case: Ceramics by Pat Swyler
Pat Swyler has been interested in the human figure
all of her life. Clay, her preferred medium, presents
the best possibility to create the form to be transformed into a firm and permanent shape by firing.
Many of her female forms represent nature goddesses holding floral offerings. Ms. Swyler has taught art
for many years. Her work has been displayed widely
on Long Island as well as in other states. She currently maintains a private studio in Sound Beach.
July: The Friends of the Library will sponsor a reception for Howard L.
Stevens and Pat Swyler on Saturday, July 11 from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
August: Everyone is invited to meet with Peter Blasl and Richard
Webber at a reception sponsored by the Friends of the Library on
Saturday, August 8, from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM.
AUGUST
Photography by Peter Blasl
Peter Blasl has been an award-winning
photographer, working since 2005 for
the North Shore Sun. His pictures of
nature have been admired by local
residents for years. Newsday, Suffolk
Times and the News Review have also published Mr. Blasl’s photographs. A lifelong resident of the East End, Mr. Blasl concentrates
on scenic landscapes of Long Island as well as native animals and
flowers. He has won numerous awards, including the NYPA Better
Newspaper Contest Award for spot news photo, sports action, feature and art photos.
In the Glass Case: Carvings by Richard Webber
Mr. Webber, an avid outdoorsman spent many hours observing wild
life in their natural habitat. His carvings reflect his love for animals.
Some of his pieces were carved 45 years ago. Currently he specializes in smaller carvings to accommodate limited space.
John Doan:
Beyond Six Strings
Friday, July 17 at 7:00 PM
Emmy nominee and master harp guitarist John
Doan will perform original compositions and arrangements on his
unique twenty-string instrument first patented in
America in the 1890’s. Doan’s CD “Eire: Isle of
the Saints” was the winner of the Celtic Album of
the Year award in the year of its release. NSPL
CARDHOLDERS MAY PICK UP FREE TICKETS
FOR THIS CONCERT AT THE CIRCULATION
DESK BEGINNING ON JULY 1. LIMIT OF 4
TICKETS PER CARD.
The Sound Symphony Annual Summer Concert
Friday, August 7 at 7:00 PM
in the SWR High School Auditorium
“Take Me Out to the Ballgame” is the theme of
this year’s Sound Symphony concert under the
musical direction of Dorothy Savitch. Come and
enjoy an evening of beautiful music inspired by
sports, such as selections from “Damn Yankees,”
“Chariots of Fire,” and others.
Stardust
Thursday, August 13 at 7:00 PM
Doo Wop, anyone? Stardust is an a cappella
doo wop group that sings the songs of the 50’s
and early 60’s. Stardust’s goal is to entertain
audiences no matter what their age and to bring
back memories for those who love this music.
Come take a walk down Memory Lane at this
concert that is bound to please.
Be sure to pick up your July/August Calendar
of Events now available at the library.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
The summer reading programs and activities are offered to encourage children to
use the library. Reading throughout the
summer months will continue to foster a
love of reading as well as maintain your
child’s current reading skills. Children of
all ages are invited to participate in our
annual reading program!
To register is simple! Visit our web
page @ http://nspl@suffolk.lib.ny.us to
register online for the summer reading
club. You will be able to record your
progress from your home computer,
create a record of the books you have
read, and receive notification when
you qualify for a prize. Our staff will
always be available to help you if
you’d like to register and record your
progress from the computer stations
in the library. All reading club registrants will receive a Be Creative @ Your
Library reading chart, stickers and a
door hanger.
Be Creative @ Your Library is offered
for children entering 1st - 5th grades.
Readers will earn 1 sticker for each
half hour spent reading. Prizes will be
awarded for every 5 stickers earned,
up to a total of 20 stickers. Upon earning 5 stickers all readers will receive a
BONUS McDonald's Gift Certificate in
addition to your choice of a prize.
Upon earning 10 stickers all readers
will earn a BONUS TICKET to attend
Willy
Wonka, presented by Plaza
Theatrical Productions on Wednesday,
August 12 at 7:00.PM.
Read To Me Summer Reading Club is
offered
for
children
entering
Kindergarten and younger. Children will
earn 1 sticker for each book that is
entered on their reading log. Prizes will
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be awarded for every 5 stickers earned,
up to a total of 20 stickers. Upon earning 5 stickers all readers will receive a
BONUS McDonald's Gift Certificate in
addition to your choice of a prize. Upon
earning 10 stickers all children will earn a
BONUS TICKET to attend Willy Wonka,
presented
by
Plaza
Theatrical
Productions on Wednesday, August 12
at 7:00 PM.
Plaza Theatrical Productions:
Willy Wonka Wednesday, Aug. 12 at
7:00 PM.
The “scrumdidilyumptious” musical
of the world
famous candy
man features
the music of
the classic film and is guaranteed to
delight everyone’s sweet tooth! Adults
welcome with a ticket-holding child.
This program will be presented in the
SWR High School auditorium.
Born to Read
To welcome our youngest patrons
(newborns) we have developed “Born
To Read” packets.
Each packet
includes information about infant
development and early literacy as well
as a free gift for your new baby.
Request a copy when you visit the
Children’s Room.
Need help finding a good book?
The Children’s Librarians are always
available to make suggestions! We
have also prepared annotated gradelevel reading lists or you may browse
through lists of outstanding new children’s books from the library’s home
page!
Families Who Read Aloud
Read A Lot!
All children in grades K and up, along
with their parents, are invited to join
the Review Crew! The library continues to encourage families to read
aloud, especially during the summer
recess. Use reading aloud as an alternative to television and you will
increase your child’s listening and lan-
guage skills. Choose a book from our
fiction collection and read one chapter
each night to experience a relaxing
and rewarding treat. As an incentive
to families who submit a Read Aloud
Review (forms are available in the
Children’s Room as well as from our
home page) we will reward your child
with a Be Creative jigsaw puzzle.
Reading Wizards
A parent/child book
discussion group for
students entering 4th
and 5th grades. This
exciting program will
include a book discussion, a simple craft
activity, a game segment and
refreshments. Please come in to register on July 1 and pick up your book for
one of the following Book Talks:
Thursday, July 23 at 7:00 PM:
The Legend of Spud Murphy,
by Eoin Colfer
Thursday, August 20 at 7:00 PM:
Ellie McDoodle: Have Pen, Will Travel,
by Ruth McNally Barshaw
Weekly Raffles
Each week from July 6 to Aug. 3 we
will post a new “Question of the
Week”. Use your library skills (and the
help of a librarian if necessary) to
answer the question and enter your
name in the drawing.
One winner each
week will receive
a t-shirt featuring
the “Be Creative @
Your Library” reading
club logo!
Museum Passes
The library is offering family museum
passes for all NSPL library cardholders. Museums included are The
American Museum of Natural History,
The Brooklyn Botanic Garden, The
Long Island Children’s Museum, The
Vanderbilt Museum and the Cold
Spring Harbor Whaling Museum.
Learn more about the museums and
reserve passes from our home page,
at the Children’s Reference Desk or by
calling 929-4488, ext. 223.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
LEGO Master Builders
In-person registration begins on July 1
and online registration begins on July
2 for the following:
Friday, July 10
1:15 PM for children
entering grades K-2
2:30 PM for
children entering
grades 3-5
In-person registration
begins on Aug. 1 and online
registration begins on Aug. 2 for the
following:
Thursday, Aug. 6
1:15 PM for children entering grades K-2
2:30 PM for children entering grades 3-5
Wii Games for Kids
For students entering grade 3-5
In-person registration begins on the 1st
of the month and online registration
begins on the 2nd for the following:
Enjoy playing some of the
popular Wii games on
our big screen!
Thursday July 23, 1:00 or 2:15 PM
Friday, Aug. 7, 1:00 or 2:15 PM
NSPL Players
The young adults
who participated in
the creative dramatics workshops
will present crowdpleasing shows on
Friday, July 17 at 1:00 PM and Friday,
August 21 at 1:00 PM. Children entering 1st grade and up may register inperson or online to attend these programs.
Scrapbooking
Workshop
For 4th and
5th graders
Session 1:
Thursday, July 16 and 23,
10:00 – 11:30 AM
Session 2: Thursday, August 6 and 13,
10:00 – 11:30 AM
In-person registration begins on July 1
and online registration begins on July 2.
Register for one of these workshops
and learn how to transform your
favorite pictures into a timeless keepsake. Bring your favorite baby pictures, as well as pictures of your family, school days and special events and
holidays.
Act up!
Having fun with
creative dramatics!
Friday, July 24
at 1:30 PM,
grades K-2
Friday, July 30 at 1:30 PM, grades 3-5
In-person registration begins on July 1
and online registration begins on July 2.
North Shore Notes:
A creative writing program
for students entering grades 3-5
Charismatic Characters:
Friday, July 24 at 4:00 PM
Dive into your story and learn how to
make your characters come alive!
In-person registration begins on July 1
and online registration begins on July 2.
Purposeful Plots:
Friday August 21 at 4:00 PM
Keep your summer sizzling by writing
storyplots!
In-person registration begins on Aug.
1 and online registration begins on
Aug. 2.
Book Buzz
An adult booktalk presented in a setting
where young children
are welcome. Register
when you pick-up the
featured book.
Thursday, July 30 at 10:00 AM:
Where and when: a novel,
by Anita Shreve
Wednesday, Aug. 19 at 10:00 AM:
Fall on your knees: a novel,
by Ann-Marie MacDonald
Tales & Trails Storytellers
Monday, August 10 at 7:00 PM
Please join Tales & Trails storyteller
Bob Kanegis for a program of audience participation and stories from
around the world. Bob invites anyone
"older than yesterday, and younger
than tomorrow" to join the fun. You
might find yourself howling with coyotes, fooling the fairies, or growing
magic wings. All are welcome, no preregistration is required.
Board Game Fun
Friday, July 17, 1:30 – 3:00 PM
Friday, August 14, 1:30 – 3:00 PM
Students entering grades 1-5 will
enjoy an opportunity to play educational and classic board games. No
pre-registration is required.
Reading Readiness Workshops
Monday – Thursday, August 24 – 27
10:00 and 11:15 AM
This program, which will meet on four
consecutive days, is for pre-school
children ages 3 to 5 years. Each session will explore a different concept
(shapes, colors, numbers and
sequences) and will include a story
and craft.
In-person registration
begins on Aug. 1 and online registration begins on Aug. 2.
Homework Help on the Web: A Virtual Tour
Monday, Aug. 17 at 7:00 PM
A virtual tour of the “Kids Homework Help” tool that is available from the library’s home page.
You and your student (grades 4 and up) will learn how to quickly and safely navigate the web
to find the information needed to research a wide range of subjects. Online, in-person and
telephone registration begins on August 1.
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
STORYTIMES & BOOKTALKS
Parent/Child:
Choose one session for children ages 21/2 to 31/2 with a
parent/caregiver at 10:15 AM.
Session 1: Mondays, July 6, 13 and 20 at 10:15 AM
Session 2: Mondays, July 27, Aug. 3 and 10 at 10:15 AM
Pre-school:
Choose one session for preschool children
ages 31/2 to entering K.
Session 1: July 6, 13 and 20 at 11:15 AM
or 1:15 PM
Session 2: Mondays, July 27, Aug. 3
and 10 at 11:15 AM or 1:15 PM
Bedtime Storytimes
Mondays, July 6 to
August 3 at 7:00 PM
All ages, no pre-registration is required. Come in your
pajamas with a cuddly bedtime buddy!
Entering Grades 1 – 3:
In-person registration begins on July 1 and online
registration begins on July 2 for the following:
Storycrafters; Thursday, July 9 at 1:15 or 2:30 PM:
Shell Scenes
Thursday, July 16 at 1:15 or 2:30 PM:
Treasure Chest Trinket Boxes
In-person registration begins on Aug. 1 and
online registration begins on Aug. 2 for the
following:
Storycrafters; Thursday, Aug. 13 at 1:15 or
2:30 PM: Sea Life Prints
Thursday, Aug. 20 at 1:15 or 2:30 PM:
Sail Away
In-person registration begins on Wednesday,
July 1, online registration begins on July 2.
Book Hype Café
Wednesdays, July 8, 22,
August 5 and 19,
10:15-11:00 AM
Students entering fourth and
fifth grade are invited to join
us for a morning treat of
exciting booktalks aimed at
inspiring you to check out some of
the highlighted books. We will share reviews
of books from a range of genres, both old and new! Sit
back and listen as we “hype” up the books while you
enjoy bagels and juice! Share a review of your own to be
entered into a raffle! Register online or call 929-4488, ext.
223.
Book Buddies
Thursdays, August 6, 13 and 20, between the hours of
10:30 AM –12:30 PM
Children ages 4 to 8 years are invited to become a “Little
Buddy” by joining the library’s Book Buddies program.
Young adult volunteers will be available to read to your
child for one half hour session per week. In-person registration begins on July 1.
Read To Mudge
Read to Mudge to practice your
reading skills. Mudge, a real live
therapy dog, will be in the library
on Tuesday afternoons in July,
3:00 – 4:00 PM. Register online
or call 929-4488, ext. 223 to
make an appointment to read
aloud to this lovable animal!
Family Feature Films: No pre-registration is required for film programs.
The Jonas Brothers
Concert Experience
Friday, July 3 at 6:00 PM
The film blends excerpts from the
brothers' red-hot Burning Up concert tour, including guest performances from Demi Lovato and Taylor
Swift, with exclusive behind-thescenes footage, off-the-wall segments, swarming fans, and a lot of
Jonas Brothers-style humor. (G, 80
minutes)
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Coraline
Thursday, August 6 at 6:00 PM
A young girl walks through a secret
door in her new home and discovers
an alternate version of her life. This
parallel reality is eerily similar to her
own life but only much better. When
the adventure turns dangerous,
Coraline must count on her resourcefulness, determination, and bravery
to get back home and save her family. (PG, 101 minutes)
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
Summer Programs
for Infants and Toddlers
JULY
*In-person registration begins on July 1 and online
registration begins on July 2 for all programs
scheduled in July
Mother Goose, Wednesday, July 8 at 10:15 AM
Infants up to 12 months will enjoy listening to the familiar
rhymes.
Farmer Rabbits Garden,
Wednesday, July 15 at 10:00 or 11:15 AM
A Time For Kids will present this program, which will include
songs, group play and a simple craft. For toddlers ages
18-35 months with a parent/caregiver.
Get Creative With Music,
Friday, July 17 at 10:15
or 11:15 AM
For children 3-17 months,
sing along with Dara Linthwaite.
Parent Toddler Workshop,
Friday, July 24 at 10:15 AM
For toddlers ages 18-35 months
with a parent/caregiver.
Babysteps, Friday, July 31 at 10:15 AM
For infants ages 6-17 months with a parent/caregiver.
AUGUST
*In-person registration begins on Aug. 1 and online
registration begins on Aug. 2 for all programs
scheduled in August
Parent Toddler Workshop,
Thursday, Aug. 13 at 10:15 AM
For toddlers ages 18-35 months with a parent/caregiver.
Sea Songs, Friday, Aug. 14 at 10:15 or 11:15 AM
For children 3-17 months, sing along
with Dara Linthwaite.
Babysteps, Thursday, Aug. 20 at 10:15 AM
For infants 6 to 17 months with a parent/caregiver.
Getting Ready for School, Friday, Aug. 21 at
10:00 or 11:15 AM
For parents and children ages 21/2 to 31/2.
Crafty Tuesdays
For children ages
3 years to entering K
Tuesdays at 10:15 or 11:15 AM.
In-person registration begins one week
prior to program date.
July 7: Color-Me Backpack
July 14: Summer Memory Book
July 21: Seaside Plaster Collage
July 28: My Own Guitar
Aug. 4: Funny Felt Hand Puppets
Aug.11: Life Size Me
For children entering
grades 1 and 2
Tuesdays at 1:15 PM.
In-person registration begins one week
prior to program date.
July 7: Batty for Bats
July 14: Buggy Burgers
July 21: Bumblebee Bears
July 28: Rain Poncho
Aug. 4: Beach Bags
Aug. 11: HipHats
For children
entering
grades 3 – 5
Tuesdays at
3:00 PM.
In-person and online registration begins
one week prior to program date.
July 7: Berried Treasure:
Jelly’s Last Roll
July 14: Reado!
July 21: Juggling Workshop
July 28: Recycled Paper
Aug. 4: Scavenger Hunt
Aug.11: Mad Scientist’s Tea Party
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SENIOR CORNER
Senior Information Center
There is a display stand located in
the front of the library, across from
the Circulation Desk, that has information on all of the library’s senior
programs and events. In addition,
there are helpful and informative
brochures and pamphlets of interest
to seniors.
Senior Services Brochure
We’ve put together a
brochure especially for
seniors, describing library
services and programs
designed for you. Come
in and pick up your copy.
Wheelchair Available
The library has a wheelchair available
for patron use (with a family member’s
or friend’s assistance) while in the
library building. Please ask at
Reference.
Assisted Listening Device Available
Portable personal listening devices
are available for use during any
library program. Please ask a
Reference Librarian for assistance.
Homebound Service
If you or someone you know is homebound and cannot come to the
library because of a temporary or
permanent disability, please contact
our Homebound and Senior Services
Librarian, Judy O’Connell at 9294488. She will arrange for a volunteer to deliver items such as books
or movies to your home.
When you are ready, a
volunteer will pick up
your materials and bring
you new selections.
Please call, we want to
hear from you.
Large Print Titles
The library has a comprehensive collection of both
fiction and non-fiction titles including
most new releases.
“Reader’s
Digest” and the “New York Times”
are also available in Large Print
Format.
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Scrabble Club
Tuesdays,
1:00 – 3:00 PM
We’ve set aside a
room for use by any
seniors who want to
join friends and neighbors to play
board games of their choice. (We
provide the games) All are welcome,
no registration needed.
Medicare Counseling
Tuesday, July 14,
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Tuesday, August 11,
10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
If you have questions about your
Medicare claims or benefits, a
trained volunteer is at the library to
assist you. This personal service is by
appointment only. Please call 9294488, ext. 225.
Chair Yoga
Mondays: July 20, 27
10:30 – 11:30 AM
Mondays: August 3, 10
10:30 – 11:30 AM
You’ve seen this in our previous
newsletters, now it’s time to join the
fun! This is an easy, invigorating and
relaxing chair yoga and stretch program. No skill is needed. Come and
see what everyone is talking about.
In person registration begins July 1
for the July session and August 1 for
the August session. You are welcome
to register for both sessions at once.
All are welcome. A non-refundable
fee of $6.00 per monthly session will
be collected at time of registration.
Thursday Afternoon
@ the Movies
July 9 at noon: Now Showing:
Yankee Doodle Dandy
August 13 at noon:
Now Showing:
The Postman
Always Rings Twice
Seniors are welcome to bring lunch
(we’ll provide the beverage and goodies) and
enjoy our classic film presentation. Come in out of
the heat and enjoy an
oldie but goodie. All are
welcome; no registration is needed.
Free Blood Pressure Screening
Thursday, July 9,
2:00 – 4:00 PM
Thursday, August 13,
2:00 – 4:00 PM
A nurse from Interim
HealthCare will be
at the library to
take your blood
pressure. No
appointment is
necessary, open to all adult patrons.
Please note that this free monthly
service will immediately follow the
Senior Movie.
Wii Bowling
Friday, July 24,
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Come bowl with us. No skill needed,
this computer game can even be done
from a chair. Learn why this exciting
game is being used in senior centers
and by physical therapists. Exercise
CAN be fun! All are welcome, call to
register beginning July 1.
Take Me Out to the Ballgame
Tuesday, July 21 at Noon
Enjoy hot dogs and the fixings
followed by the classic film Damn
Yankees. Registration is required;
please call beginning July 1.
Bagels
and Bingo
Saturday,
August 15
10:30 AM –
12:30 PM
Join us for a
fun morning of Bingo.
Enjoy fresh bagels and
beverages while playing Bingo.
Everyone is a winner! Open to all
seniors, call to register beginning
August 1.
Community Outreach
We will be your guest speaker. If your Senior Club would
like to learn more about the
library and what we offer,
please call Judy at 929-4488
for more information.
YOUNG ADULT
Battle of the Books 2009
Wednesdays, July 8 – August 12
2:30 – 4:00 PM
Battle Guidelines:
• Students must be entering 6th,
7th, or 8th grade.
• All participants are encouraged to
read one book a week and
participate in weekly book discussions.
• Food will always be served.
• There will be weekly prizes for all
who come to the meetings.
• For the Battle of the Books,
individuals will generate a list of
questions about the books
designed to stump their friends.
• The group with the most correct
answers will win the grand prize!
Registration begins on July 1,
online registration on July 2.
Digital
Photography
Contest –
Express
Yourself @
Your Library!
Submissions
Accepted July 1
- July 31
The photo must
communicate
the Summer Library Program theme of
“Express Yourself.” Artwork must be
submitted in hard copy, 8"x10" size,
and matted to 11"x14". Photographs
may be black and white, sepia, or full
color. They can be traditional photography or digitally manipulated images.
You can enter up to three photographs.
On the back of each submission, print
your name, e-mail address, phone number, age, and mailing address. Judging
criteria will be based on adherence to
contest theme, composition, and technique. Judges will announce the winners and certificates will be awarded on
Saturday, August 15 at a reception in
the Young Adult Room from 2:00 – 4:00
PM. Friends and family are welcome to
attend. Grades 6-12.
Wii Rock Band II
Thursday, July 23, 3:30 – 5:00 PM
Grades 6 –12
Registration begins on 7/1, online 7/2.
All programs are for NSPL cardholders only.
Registration for all programs begins on July 1.
Acting Workshop
Monday, July 13 - Friday, July 17 for
students entering grades 9 -12 from
10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Non-refundable program fee: $50.00.
In-person registration begins on July 1.
Illustrator’s Workshop
Mondays, July 20 – August 3
3:30 – 5:00 PM
Do you love to express your creativity
through drawing, painting and a variety
of other mediums? Illustrator’s workshop is the place to be if you want to
learn new techniques, hone the skills
you already have and just have fun with
your art. Various materials are supplied
and you are encouraged to take advantage of the skills that will be taught in
every workshop. If you have a creative
streak, and are an accomplished artist
or just getting started, the Illustrators
Workshop is the place to be.
In-person registration begins on 7/1 for
students entering grades 6-12. Nonrefundable program fee: $15.00
Intro to
Video Editing
Tuesday,
July 21,
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Registration begins on 7/1, online 7/2.
Grades 6-12.
Sidewalk Chalk Art
Thursday, July 23, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join us for a day where you can let the
pavement be your canvas. Create beautiful works of art (with street chalk) that
express who you are as an individual.
In person registration begins on 7/1
for students entering grades 6-12.
Material fee: $3.00.
Express Yourself DIY Hip Crafting
Fridays, July 24 – August 14,
4:00 – 5:00 PM
Create something cool and funky
every Friday.
7/24 - Scrunchie Bonanza
7/31 - Picture Frame Corkboard
8/7 - Deco Wall Hanging
8/14 - Gourmet Popcorn Treat
Registration begins on 7/1,
online 7/2. Grades 6-12.
Make A
Music Video
Tuesday,
August 11,
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Registration begins
on 8/1, online 8/2. Grades 6-12.
BFF Croppers
Tuesday, August 18, 6:30 – 7:30 PM
Create two scrapbook pages with your
BFF’s while learning the basics of scrapbooking. Please bring 5-7 photos of
you and your friends to use for this project. Registration begins on 8/1, online
8/2 for students entering grades 6-9.
Acting Workshop
Monday,
August 17 Friday, August 21
for students entering
grades 6-8
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Non-refundable program fee: $50.00
In-person registration begins on 8/1.
Book Buddy Reading Program
Students in grades 6 & up can become
a Book Buddy by volunteering a 1/2
hour or more per week to read to a
child on Thursdays, August 6-20 from
10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. For more
information, please call Teen Services
Department at 631-929-4488, ext. 247.
Registration begins on 8/1, online 8/2.
Online Summer Reading Club
This summer participate in North Shore
Public Library’s online summer reading
program from June through August.
Earn a prize for every 100 pages you
read up to 300 pages. After 300 pages
you can earn a prize for every 200
pages read, up to 1100 pages. Keep
reading and earn a free ticket to the
Library Lock In Sock Hop on Friday,
August 28 when you have read 2000
pages! Books read for Battle of the
Books count! You can
participate in both programs. Register
online beginning
June 22.
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ADULT PROGRAMS
JULY _____________________________________________
The following programs are
open to all. Go online or call to
register now.
Sport Fishing on Long Island
Tuesday, July 7 at 7:00 PM
Captain Jerry McGrath, awardwinning
instructor,
former
Montauk charter boat captain, and
licensed US Coast Guard Captain
for over 25 years, will present this
multimedia instructional program.
Both the fishing novice and the
seasoned angler will benefit from
Capt. Jerry’s presentation about
the fish that inhabit our local
waters and the techniques for
hooking them.
Caves, Castles and Crepes: A
Magical Journey Through
Southwest France
Tuesday, July 14, 6:45 – 8:45 PM
This area has been called “the
secret soul of France.” A place
haunted by history; the 18,000
year old cave paintings of Lascaux;
fortified castles, the mighty
Carcassone, picturesque rivers,
charming
towns,
beautiful
chateaux, and so much more. Join
this virtual journey with photographer Harvey Hellering and his wife
Barbara, a research librarian, both
experienced travelers and exciting
storytellers.
The Art of Malibu Tile:
Moroccan Style Art to Wear
Thursday, July 16, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
This class will offer a brief history
of this ceramic art form, originally
used as a decorative, architectural
element with its Moorish influenced design and specific color
palette. Students will recreate
patterns out of clay that will be
transformed into one-of-a-kind
jewelry art pieces that can be worn
by both men and women. Class
size is limited.
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NIA Dance Class
4 Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28
6:30 – 7:30 PM
NIA – Neuromuscular
Integrative Action – means
“with purpose” and is
designed to help you
approach everything with
feeling, passion and electricity. Using an eclectic blend
of music, visualizations, sounds,
grounded movement and
energy, NIA techniques offer
multiple benefits for body, mind
and spirit. NSPL cardholders must pay
the $12 non-refundable fee at in person registration beginning on July 1.
Non-residents may register beginning
on July 5 if space permits.
Art Class: Watercolor Painting
6 Mondays, July 6, 13, 20, 27
and August 3, 10, 3:00 – 5:00 PM
Watercolorist Bruce Testa will teach
this introductory course designed for
the beginner to intermediate watercolor painter. Students will explore
color mixing, brush strokes, and elements of design and composition.
NSPL cardholders may pick up a materials list at in person registration
beginning on July 1. Class size is limited. Non-residents may register
beginning on July 5, space permitting.
Cooking Demonstration:
Healthy Lao Summer Cooking
Monday, July 20, 6:45 – 8:30 PM
Penn Hongthong, author of Simple
Laotian Cooking and
Healthy Lao Cuisine will
prepare recipes from her
new cookbook, Healthy
Lao Cuisine. Penn will
be
making
orange
shrimp salad, honey
peanut sauce, fresh
spring rolls with chicken and bean sprouts,
and fresh spring rolls with shrimp
and jicama. NSPL cardholders must
pay the non-refundable $3 tasting fee
at in person registration beginning on
July 1.
How to Use Your
Digital Camera
Thursday, July 23,
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Learn how to use the basic features of
a digital camera including flash settings, optical and digital zoom, menu
settings, image quality and much
more. Bring your digital camera, your
manual and your questions. Class is
limited to NSPL cardholders until July
5, when non-residents may register,
space permitting.
Long Island Blood Services
Community Blood Drive
Thursday, July 30, 1:30 – 7:00 PM
In response to Mad Cow Disease,
new FDA regulations prohibit importation of blood from Europe, leaving
Long Island with a 500 pint a day
deficiency on top of an already
depleted supply. YOU CAN HELP
SAVE A LIFE! Call 929-4488 ext. 225
or come in to schedule an appointment to donate blood. Walk-ins are
also most welcome.
New York State Defensive Driving
Saturday, July 25, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
OR Monday and Tuesday, July 27 &
28, 6:00 – 9:00 PM
A $30 fee will be collected at in person registration beginning on July 1.
Check or money order (no cash will be
accepted) should be made out to The
Clausen Agency.
Bus to
New York City
Saturday, July 18, leaving NSPL parking lot at 10:30 AM and leaving NYC
at 6:00 PM. This is a great way to
spend a summer day in New York City,
visit a show or a museum. Cost is $ 20
per seat.
New York Philharmonic
There is still time to join this group for
the next season. The library has scheduled 3 Saturday and one Sunday concert with transportation directly to
Avery Fisher Hall. Please call for more
information or check our web-site.
ADULT PROGRAMS
AUGUST ______________________________________
The following programs are
open to all. Go online or call to
register now.
Gardening Seminars:
Home Composting
Monday, August 3
6:45 – 8:45 PM
Master Gardener Jay Wolstoff will
give a PowerPoint presentation
that answers the questions: why,
who, how, what and where do
you
compost?
Learn about the
various types of
compost systems and how to
maintain them.
What are the
characteristics
of compost and
why is it superior to fertilizer?
Garden Cleanup
Monday, August 17
6:45 – 8:45 PM
This presentation will detail how
to close up your garden for the
winter. A top ten list of what to
do in your garden to ensure a sustainable garden landscape will
include:
planning, weeding,
dividing, transplanting, pruning,
fertilizing, clean up, compost,
mulch and watering.
It Don’t Mean a Thing if
it Ain’t Got That Swing!
Two Tuesdays, August 4 & 11
7:00 – 8:30 PM
Swing, Jitterbug, Jive, Lindy Hop
and a host of other names
evolved into the delightful and
energetic dance begun in the jazz
era and became a part of the
American experience. Stephanie
and Lucio Costanzo will fill you
with facts, steps and smiles as you
explore swing dance in this interactive program. Participants will
get up and dance! Class size is
limited so sign up early.
Cooking Demonstration: Cooking With Beer
Monday, August 24, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Everyone’s favorite chef, Charlie Walsh, returns. This time
he’ll make several dishes using beer as an ingredient. NSPL
cardholders must pay the $3 non-refundable tasting fee at in
person registration beginning on August 1. Non-residents may register on
August 5, space permitting.
AARP Defensive Driving
Tuesday and Thursday, August 25 & 27 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
This class is designed for the driver 50 years of age and older, devoting 2 additional hours of class time to safety tips for the more mature
driver. In person registration for NSPL cardholders begins on
August 1. Online and telephone registration begins on
August 2. Please have your library card’s bar code available when you call. A fee of $10 (payable by check only
made out to AARP) will be collected by the instructor at
the first session. Cash will not be accepted.
NSPL Art
Forum
Meetings
Wednesdays,
July 8 &
August 12
at 7:00 PM
NEED SPECIAL
ACCOMMODATIONS?
Please let the library know
24 hours in advance
if you need
special accommodations
due to a disability.
FRONT DESK NEWS
Come in and ask for a complimentary key ring or lanyard with a
convenient library key tag (mini library card that fits on your key
ring). When you give the library your email address, you can take
advantage of all the library’s online services including renewing
your items before they are overdue, online registering for library
programs and courtesy notices through email. For a quick way to
return all your library items, there is a return box just outside the
front doors of the library. Summer cleanup is here, and now is the
time to start with a fresh slate by returning any overdue or misplaced library materials. As of July 1st the library will using the services of Unique Collection Agency to clear up overdue library
accounts.
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ADULT PROGRAMS
MOVIES
COMPUTER CLASSES
JULY MOVIES
NEW REGISTRATION PROCEDURE
NSPL cardholders may register in person
for July’s classes on July 1 and August
classes on August 1. On the 2nd of the
month, NSPL cardholders may call or go
online to register. Non-residents may
register beginning on the 5th if space
permits.
New in Town
Wednesday, July 1 at 2:00 and 6:30 PM
A Miami businesswoman trying to get a huge promotion agrees to oversee a big project in a small
town in Minnesota. Along the way she finds something more than just
a job assignment. Starring Harry Connick Jr. and Renee Zellweger.
Rated PG.
Indie Film Night: Momma’s Man
Friday, July 10 at 6:30 PM
Mickey returns to his childhood home, presided over by his bohemian parents. What begins as a respite from adult responsibility
becomes a premature mid-life crisis. Mickey starts to regress and drift
back to an awkward youth he never outgrew. Not Rated.
Grey Gardens
Wednesday, July 29 at 2:00 and 6:30 PM
Tells the tender, intimate story of an eccentric
mother and daughter. They were raised as Park
Avenue debutantes but withdrew from New York
society, taking shelter at their Long Island summer
home 'Grey Gardens.' Stars Jessica Lange and
Drew Barrymore.
AUGUST MOVIES
Race to Witch Mountain
Wednesday, August 5
at 2:00 and 6:30 PM
When Las Vegas cab driver Jack Bruno encounters
two teens with supernatural powers, he finds himself in an adventure in the middle of the Nevada desert known for
unexplained phenomena and strange sightings - Witch Mountain.
Rated PG.
Indie Film Night: Tell No One (French)
Friday, August 7 at 6:30 PM
Eight years after the heinous murder of his wife, doctor Alex Beck
receives an ominous email from an unknown source. The message
contains a video image of Alex's thought-to-be dead wife in real
time. Stars Kristin Scott Thomas. Not Rated.
Duplicity
Wednesday, August 26 at 2:00 and 6:30 PM
Two sexy spies turned corporate operatives
attempt to pull off one of the biggest heists ever.
As the stakes rise in the ultimate game of cat and
mouse, they'll put everything on the line to remain
one double-cross ahead of the rest. Starring Julia
Roberts and Clive Owen. Rated PG-13.
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Computer 5th Grade for Grownups
Thursday, July 16, 2:00 – 4:00 PM
This workshop covers using the
Windows Desktop to enhance the user’s
work environment. Included are saving
files to the desktop, moving to and
from My Documents and the Recycle
Bin, creating folders and icons on the
desktop and display properties. This
class is limited to NSPL cardholders until
July 5 when non-residents may enroll if
space permits.
Computer 6th Grade for Grownups
Thursday, August 6, 2:00 – 4:00 PM
Learn how to set up and install new
programs, uninstall existing programs, use
Windows Help, Search, Documents and
Control Panel. Prerequisites: Computer
Kindergarten, Computer 1st Grade and
Computer 4th Grade or equivalent
knowledge.
Working With Your Digital Photos
Thursday, August 20, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
So you have a digital camera and know
how to take pictures, but how do you
move the images from the camera to the
computer? How do you organize your
pictures and edit them. In this hands-on
class, you will learn the answers to these
questions and much more. Learn to
resize, crop, adjust light levels
and more. Prerequisites:
Computer Kindergarten
and Computer 1st
Grade or equivalent
knowledge.
MULTICULTURAL HAPPENINGS
AUGUST _______________
JULY _______________
Introduction to Belly Dancing
Family Fun with One World
Friday, July 10 at 7:00 PM
One World is a one of a kind duo, Chris
Merwin and Paul Mueller, have traveled
the globe to study indigenous music and
collect exotic instruments and experiences that they share with their audiences. Their philosophy is one of
cultural harmony and diversity, and it shines through in their music.
One World’s program is fun, educational, and highly interactive, making it perfect for children’s or family events. Everyone is welcome.
Family Fun with Bilingual Jax
Friday, July 17 at 7:00 PM
For children entering 2nd grade to 6th grade with a parent. Children
will learn to play Jax as they learn some simple Spanish words and
numbers. An inexpensive way to keep your children entertained
indoors and outdoors for hours. Children can play in pairs or groups
of three or more. Can’t find your Jax? We will show you how to play
with pebbles from your back yard. Register online or call 631-9294488.
Introduction to Belly Dancing
Saturdays, July 11, 18, 25 and August 8, 10:15 – 11:30 AM
A fun introduction to Belly Dance as a form of fitness, stress reduction,
or a way to attain grace and femininity through this ancient art! Belly
Dance benefits the female mind and spirit as well as the entire body.
Basic Belly Dance technique and step will be taught and used with
veils, tambourines, skirts, and finger cymbals. Wear loose comfortable
clothing and no sneakers. Register online or call 631-929-4488.
Multilingual Programs
Spanish Conversation and Communication
Tuesdays at 7:00 PM
July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4 & 11
Gilda Ramos, a native, Latin American speaker from Peru, teaches this
intermediate conversational Spanish course with an emphasis on practical application useful for travel. There will be emphasis on reading,
writing, listening, speaking and some cultural aspects of the Spanish
language. Open to everyone. Register online or call 631-929-4488.
Parliamo italiano! (Let’s speak Italian!)
Wednesdays at 7:00 PM
July 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5, 12 & 19
Dee Locoteta, a native, Italian speaker from beautiful Venice will lead
a lively Italian conversation class. These sessions are open to anyone
who wants to further his or her conversational skills in this romantic language. Open to everyone. Call to register at 929-4488.
ESL Programs
ESL Discussion and Writing Group
Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
July 9, 16, 23, 30 and August 6 & 13
For intermediate to advanced ESL learners who wish to hone their pronunciation and writing skills. This program is for adults over the age
of 18. Register online or call 631-929-4488 to register.
Beginning ESL
Thursday evenings at 7:00 – 8:30 PM
July 9, 16, 23, 30 and August 6 & 13
These sessions will focus on beginning reading, communicating, writing skills and speaking skills for English and new English speakers. Register
online or call at 631-929-4488.
Saturday, August 8, 10:15 – 11:30 AM
ESL Discussion and Writing Group
Thursdays, August 6 & 13, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Beginning ESL
Thursday evenings, August 6 & 13, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Spanish Conversation and Communication
Tuesdays, August 4 & 11 at 7:00 PM
Parliamo italiano! (Let’s speak Italian!)
Wednesdays, August 5, 12 & 19 at 7:00 PM
Looking Ahead. . . “Stories of our Journeys”
NSPL is looking for people who would be interested in being a part of this oral history project. We
are looking for your immigrant or migration story.
Please call Lorena at 929-4488 ext. 254 if you are
interested in telling your story.
Summer Book Discussion
In the Time of Butterflies
by Julia Alvarez (July)
Wednesday, July 15 at 7:30 PM
This highly regarded novel
revolves around the lives of the
four Mirabal sisters of the
Dominican Republic who sacrifice their comfortable lives in
the name of freedom. Living in a country overshadowed by dictatorship and despair, their
codename in the revolution is “Las
Mariposas” (Butterflies), and they become a
symbol of defiant hope in a haunting tale
about the human cost of political oppression.
Please join us for an interesting discussion.
Copies will be available at the front desk.
Everyone is welcome.
Unaccustomed Earth
by Jhumpa Lahiri (August)
Wednesday, August 5
at 7:30 PM
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and
author of the highly acclaimed
Namesake, Jhumpa Lahiri has
created a complex, heartrending work in
which she depicts two generations of a
Bengali family who have come to America to
create new lives for themselves and their children. This collection of short stories shows
the parents’ struggle to build normal, secure
lives for their children as they experience cultural and emotional upheavals and explore
the complexities of family life and relationships.
Please join us for an interesting discussion.
Copies will be available at the front desk.
Everyone is welcome.
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FROM THE REFERENCE DESK
BOOK DISPLAYS:
Please see our bin displays for
your Summer reading pleasure:
July: Summer Fun
and Beach Reads
August: Hot and Steamy – for
when you need something to
read on those sweltering Summer
days!
BOOK DISCUSSION and
WORLD LITERATURE SERIES
Our Multicultural Department is
conducting book discussions in July and August. Check
“Multicultural Happenings” in this newsletter for dates
and titles.
Our Adult Department’s afternoon World Literature
series and evening book discussions will resume in the
Fall. Please check our September newsletter for details.
RESEARCH ONLINE:
GENERAL REFERENCE CENTER GOLD and more!
For those of you taking classes or doing research over
the Summer, remember that the library offers a wealth
of online databases that you can access from your home
computers. We have just added General
Reference Center Gold to our online collection – a magazine database of over
50,000 full text articles. Just go to the left
side of our homepage and look under
“Library Resources” to find a great
selection of online research products.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY NEWS
July’s meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 1,
at 10:30 AM. Topic at this meeting will be the used
book sale and the artist receptions for July and
August.
The meeting for August is scheduled
Wednesday, August 5, at 10:30 AM.
for
USED BOOK SALE
Thanks to many interesting donations the Friends
have scheduled the summer used
book sale for:
Saturday, July 11, 18, and 25
from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and
Thursday, July 30 from 1:30 PM to
7:00 PM
This is the perfect place to find
your summer reading or
a long sought treasure, all for a reasonable price.
LIBRARY BOARD MEETINGS
Tuesdays, July 28 &
August 25 at 5:00 PM