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Volume 22 Number 2
March-April 2013
Special Events
Free Shredding Event!
Sunday, April 14, 2-4pm
*Please note: This event will take place in the library
parking lot.
In the spirit of
spring cleaning,
a shredding truck
from Quality
Shredding will
be in our parking
lot for on-site
shredding of
your personal
documents. It’s
a perfect opportunity to protect
your privacy and
get rid of clutter! They will take up to three boxes or bags of paper per
family, and you can watch as your documents are shred
and then recycled. There is no need to remove staples or
paper clips from your documents, but please do not bring
plastic, cardboard or hard drives. No sign-up necessary.
Adult Programs
Program registration for Bayport-Blue Point library
patrons begins on Wednesday, February 27 at
10am. Registration is required for all programs listed
unless otherwise noted. Patrons can register online,
by phone, or in person. Patrons who register for
programs that require fees have one week to come
in and pay for the program before their spot is released. Any fees must be paid for by check. Except
for driver safety programs, all checks must be made
out to the Library. Program registration for non-residents will begin on Tuesday, March 5.
Gluten Free Baking
Monday, March 4, 7-8:30pm
*Please note: This program was originally scheduled
for December. There are still seats left but space is
limited.*
Gluten Free Chef Christine Puleo will whip up a variety of
tasty baked goods including chocolate layer cupcakes and
assorted muffins and cookies…all without gluten! Fee: $5
payable by check only. BPA956
Brain Injury Awareness
Thursday, March 7, 7-8:30pm
Did you know that March is brain injury awareness month?
Local resident and counselor Regina Perretti will be here to
talk about the basics of brain injuries and answer questions.
Another local resident will share her personal experience
on living with a loved one who has experienced a brain
injury. BPA613
Ukrainian Egg Decorating
Monday, March 11 OR Thursday, March 28, 6-9pm
Crafter Chris Mulholland returns to teach you how to paint
intricate designs on a delicate egg shell. Each participant
will also receive a kit to decorate more eggs at home.
You’ll be working with permanent dyes, so be sure to
wear appropriate attire. Fee: $12 payable by check only.
BPA341
A Taste of Ireland with Chef Craig
Tuesday, March 12, 6-7:30pm
The Block Island Seafood Company will be back to
celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with some traditional Irish
fare. We’ll demonstrate a traditional potato leek soup and
BISCo’s take on a classic, lobster pot pie! These dishes
would keep any Irishman warm on a cold night! Fee: $5
payable by check only. BPA905
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Abandoned Trunks
Garden Getaways
Monday, April 22, 7-8:30pm
Is there anything more enchanting than a stroll through a
garden on a beautiful day? Did you know that there are
over 35 beautiful public gardens in the immediate New
York area to visit, with more than 10 of them right here on
Long Island? Join Pat Sommerstad for this armchair tour
of New York’s lush gardens with rich color palettes and
prized collections. Comprehensive handouts will include
itineraries, garden descriptions and locations, and other
nearby attractions. Prizes will be awarded and all garden
lovers are welcome! BPA618
Beginning Mah Jongg
Wednesdays, March 20, 27 & April 3, 11-12:30pm
Instructor Jacqui Palatnik returns to teach you the latest
trends in game playing. Over the course of these three
classes, you’ll be on your way to becoming a Mah Jongg
fanatic! BPA664
Tuesday, April 30, 7-8:30pm
Join Monica Randall as she brings back to life the sensational and colorful
era of Long Island’s
Gold Coast. This
slideshow will showcase many of the
treasures that were
found in the abandoned steamer trunks
of the crumbling
Gold Coast mansions, namely fabled
gowns worn by some
of Long Island’s
most celebrated
ladies. Learn about
Alva Vanderbilt’s
$20,000 jewel studded Marie Antoinette
gown, the legendary
Arabian nights galas staged by Louis C. Tiffany, and the
most expensive party ever given in America. BPA617
Library Book Club
Thursdays, March 14 and April 11, 7-8:30pm AND Saturdays, March 9 & March 30, 11am-5pm
Interested in a social evening with other quilters? This
group is for you! All are welcome to attend regardless of
experience. BPA316
Mondays, March 25 and May 6, 6-7pm
Join our monthly book club for lively
conversation and
lots of fun! The
selection for the
March meeting is
The Sandalwood
Tree by Elle Newmark. For the May
6 meeting, we’ll be discussing the Long
Island Reads selection Sutton by J.R.
Moehringer. BPA500
Mah Jongg Fridays
Spruce Up for Spring!
Library Quilt Group
Fridays, March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12, 19 & 26, 1-4pm
Play Mah Jongg with your neighbors on the dates and
times above in our all new Local History Room!
Why Jog When You Can Jig?
Sunday, March 17, 1-2:30pm
Kick up your heels and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in style!
Veteran Dance Instructor Carol Klein will lead you through
a study of jigs and reels to the infectious and beautiful
music of Ireland. All are welcome. BPA131
One-Stroke Martini Glasses
Monday, March 18,
6:30-8:30pm
Master the art of
painting on glass with
artist Irene Marchese.
You’ll be decorating
martini glasses with
fun and cheery motifs. Each participant
will go home with
four martini glasses
and a decorative gift
bag. Bottom’s up!
Fee: $10 per person payable by check only. BPA361
Hand Engraved Pendant and
Earrings
Thursday, March 21, 7-9pm
Artist Dona Snow will guide you in creating a stunning
pair of earrings and matching pendant using aluminum,
balsam wood and embellishments. Fee: $10 payable by
check only. BPA362
Seven Steps for Picking Hues for
Your Home
Tuesday, March 26, 7-8:30pm
Local Interior Designer Mary Nolte will show you how to
get color exactly right for everything from paint to pillows
during this lecture. Following easy to understand advice
and step-by-step instructions, you will quickly learn to
understand how to confidently use color in your home. As
a bonus, Mary will share design ideas that can help you
create the home of your dreams. BPA614
Extreme Makeover
Thursday, April 4, 7-9pm
You might know her as a Mah Jongg instructor, but Jacqui
Palatnik is also an Interior Designer! Ms. Palatnik has
owned and operated a successful design firm for over 20
years and is here to share her secrets. The elements of
color, space planning, lighting and much more will be covered. Bring photos of the spaces in need and any questions
on interior design. BPA615
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Adult Programs
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Driver Safety
Saturday, April 6, 10am-4pm
This one day class will reduce points and/or take 10% off
liability costs on your auto insurance. Fee: $28 payable
by check only. Please make checks out to Suffolk Safety.
BPA600
Growing a Tea & Cookies Garden
Monday, April 8, 7-8:30pm
Imagine gathering fresh herbs and flowers from your
garden to brew a delicious pot of tea and flavor a batch
of cookies. Professional horticulturist Carolyn Zambraski will discuss plant selection, harvesting, tea brewing
techniques and cookie recipes. Samples will be served.
BPA622
Grammar Clinic
Thursday, April 11, 7-8:30pm
Brush up on your grammar skills with Wendy, the librarian/grammarian! If you have a cover letter, paper, letter,
etc. that you’re working on you can submit your work to
Wendy to proofread upon sign-up. During the program
Wendy will go over some common grammar errors, assist
in revising your document and show you that grammar can
be fun! BPA619
The Lowdown on Recycling
Tuesday, April 16, 3-4pm
Maybe you already recycle at home, but do you know what
happens to all of your bottles, papers and cans after they’re
taken away? The answers might surprise you! A representative from Islip Town will be here to tell you all about the
process of recycling and answer all of your questions about
recycling, yard waste, etc. A demonstration on how to
make recycled paper will be included. BPA616
Sportfishing on
Long Island:
Striped Bass
Thursday, April 18, 7-9pm
Sportfishing is a fun and
popular activity practiced by
many Long Island anglers.
Capt. Jerry McGrath, a veteran
angler and lecturer, returns by
popular demand as he gives
a multimedia presentation on
how to catch Striped Bass.
During the program Jerry will discuss bait & lure selection,
how to locate fish, rigging, knots, tackle choices and safety
issues. BPA672
Knitting & Crocheting Club
Wednesday, April 24, 7-8:30pm
Knitting and crocheting expert Joan Jewhurst returns to assist and advise patrons on projects and provide instruction
to beginners. Beginners need to come with worsted weight
yarn and a pair of number 7 or 8 needles for knitters or size
“H” hook for crocheters. BPA309
Back to Basics: The Spring
Kitchen
Monday, April 29, 6:30-8pm
Join Emilie Zaweski of Jamesport Harvest and Debbie
Schmitt of Schmitts Family Farm to learn how to cook
dishes using local, in-season food. Emilie and Debbie
will be whipping up soup, salad and pasta dishes featuring
delectable springtime veggies and herbs. Fee: $5 payable
by check only. BPA906
Boating Safety
Friday, May 17 from 6-9pm AND Saturday, May 18 from
12-5pm
To operate a personal watercraft in New York, you MUST
hold a NY State Boating Safety Certificate. During this
eight hour course, Captain Richard Cloonan will teach you
everything you need to know in order to obtain this certificate. Upon passing the test at the end, participants will
receive their NY State Boating Safety Certification. This
class is intended for those ages 10 and older, and 14 and
older if you wish to operate a jet ski. Fee: $40 payable by
check only; bring an additional $10 to class to order your
permanent certificate. BPA624
Calling all Play Fans!
Would you be interested in starting a play reading
group? If so, let Wendy in Reference know. Call
631-363-6133 ext. 17.
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Young Adult registration begins, Friday, February 22, 2013 at 10am. Programs are for teens in grades 6-12. Patrons
who register for programs that require fees have one week to come in and pay for the program before their spot is released. Please follow each program’s instructions, and have Teen’s Library Card available. Online registration is available; please check out the Library’s webpage: http://bayportbluepointlibrary.org/ or call or come in to register.
Advanced Battle of the Books
Fridays, March 1 and 8, 6-7pm
Thursday, March 15, 6-7pm
Friday, Battle at Brentwood Library, 6-9pm
These are the meetings that will get you ready for the
Advanced Battle of the Books. We’ll have refreshments
as we quiz you and get you ready for the Battle!
Secrets to Your Restaurant Favorites
Monday, March 4, 4-5pm
Hey Teens come join the Block Island Seafood Company for a fun cooking demonstration of your favorite
foods. You’ll learn how to make Mac and Cheese from
scratch, homemade chicken fingers, and mozzarella
sticks. There will also be prizes and raffles. Register
early. BPY910
Shamrock Bookmark
Tuesday, March 5, 6:30-7:30pm
Create a festive bookmark from scratch! Design it in
your own lucky way, and then take it home to show it
off every time you read. BPY301
Teen Fitness
Thursdays, March 7 and April 18, 4-5pm
Join us for these heart-pumping activities including
games, sports and exercises guaranteed to give you a
great work out. This class has been designed for teens.
Register early. BPY101
TEEN TECH WEEK 2013
Sunday, March 10- Saturday, March 16, 2013
Bring in your robots so we can display them by Sunday,
March 3. Part of Teen Tech Week this year we would
like to invite Teens and Tweens in making robots!
We’ll display them the week of Teen Tech Week in the
Library and have a vote in each age group for everyone
to pick out their favorites! Start working on your robots
and get ready to bring them in.
Build Your Own Robot
Monday, March 11, 4-5pm
There’s still time to enter our Teen Tech Week contest:
Build Your Own Robot. If you would like to make your
own robot to take home or enter in the contest we will
supply some of the materials. Anything extra special
you want to add you will have to bring. BPY300
Teens Speak Kick off Spring
Thursday, March 14, 4-5pm
Spring is in the air and so are the new books. Come
in and see what is sprouting at the Library. As usual
there will be a lot of games, prizes and refreshments.
BPY202
Teen Yoga
Thursdays, March 14 and April 11, 6-7pm
Come in and unwind from your daily stress with these
relaxing movements. Bring a yoga mat or towel and a
water bottle with your name on it. Please wear loose
clothing. Limited openings. BPY102
Irish Lucky Charms
Friday, March 15, 4-5pm
Feeling lucky? Well, now you can feel lucky all the
time with this delightful charm bracelet that you design
and put together by yourself or with the help of our
own Laura Chant. All materials will be provided. Register early. Limited openings. BPY312
Manga Club
Mondays, March 18 and April 15, 4-5pm
Interested in manga? We have the club for you! Join
your peers as we discuss different manga, watch episodes, learn to draw and much more. You decide what
we do at each meeting. Refreshments will be served.
BPY504
Teen Book Club
Saturdays, March 23 and April 20, 12-1pm
In March you can choose to read either Stolen Children
by Peg Kehret or Girl Stolen by April Henry. April your
choices are Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson or
An American Plague by Jim Murphy. We hope this will
bring in different perspectives on topics and broaden the
discussion for all age levels. As always, refreshments
will be served and new members are always welcome.
BPY506
Photography Club
Mondays, March 25 and April 29, 4-5pm
Any teen interested in joining a photography club where
we will discuss photos, photography and assign you
monthly pictures to take come and join us for these
meetings. We will be discussing our ongoing project
and next show. BPY203
Teen Video Game
Challenge
75th
Anniversary
Program
Saturday, April 13, 1-4pm
Join us our 75th Anniversary
celebration continues with a
chance to win a WiiU in our Video Game Tournament at the Library. You will need to register for this
event. This is open to Bayport-Blue Point teens who
want to show off their skills. We’ll have a few other
prizes and refreshments will be served. Register early
and test your competitive skills. BPY406
National Library Week 2013
Sunday, April 14 – Saturday, April 20, 2013
Come in and try your hand at the Young Adult Raffle.
Celebrate National Library Week with Love a Lonely
Book. Other programs this week include: Manga Club,
Teen Speak, Teen Fitness and Teen Book Club. Come
to any or all programs and have a chance at winning a
prize or two!
Love a Lonely Book
Save a Lonely Book from the horrible fate of being
discarded. Check it out this month!
National Library Week Teen
Speak
Tuesday, April 16, 5-6pm
Come in and talk about books this week - it’s all about
National Library Week! We’ll have some prizes, games
and refreshments. BPY202
Make Your Own Recycled Craft
Monday, April 22, 4-5pm
Learn new uses for materials that you may throw away.
Using left over materials create your own very special
design. We’ll have some ideas for you to choose from or
you can create something completely unique. BPY308
Make Your Own Chalk Board
Tuesday, April 23, 6:30-7:30pm
Create your own chalk board with chalk board paint.
You’ll decorate it however you would like and take
home a piece of chalk to get you started. All you have to
do is find a great place to hang it! BPY301
An Evening with Debbie Capozzi
Thursday, April 25, 7-8pm
Join us as our very own Debbie Capozzi shares her
Olympic experiences and future plans. Debbie’s
achievements have included: Ranked #1 on the US Sailing Team in the Yngling class (2005-2008); Winning the
Yngling World Championships and the ISAF Women’s
Match Racing Worlds in a single year (2005); Yngling
Representative on the 2008 Olympic Team; 2010 US
SAILING’s Olympic Team of the Year and much more.
Spend an evening with this inspirational woman. Refreshments will be served. All are welcomed; however,
teens will be given preference on seating and questions.
BPY613
Authors Unlimited
Saturday, April 27, 10am-4pm
This FREE full-day event is open to everyone, but teens
get preferred seating. Come prepared to meet dynamic
authors of young adult literature as they present during
breakout sessions and even sign autographs. Register
for a Fast Pass at http://www.authorsunlimited.org/
index.php. Come into the Library all April to pick up
trading cards and more information.
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Community Service Opportunities
Ooh La La Spa
We are looking for a few teens that are willing to assist us
with the manicures/pedicures in a spa like afternoon for
kindergartners through 3rd grade. This program is schedule
for Thursday, May 23 between 4-5:30pm. If you’re available
for this date please come in and fill out an application by
May 3rd.
Youth Advisory Council
Movie Mondays!
At 1PM
March 4th ~ Hugo (PG) 126 min
Starring: Asa Butterfield, Chloë Grace Moretz and
Christopher Lee
Plot: Set in 1930s Paris, an orphan who lives in the
walls of a train station is wrapped up in a mystery
involving his late father and an automaton.
Fridays, March 22 and April 19, 5:30-6:15pm
All teens are welcome to participate in their Youth Advisory
Council. Meet with your friends and Ms. Riley, the Young Adult
Librarian. Bring your ideas for programs, books and more.
Refreshments will be served as we brainstorm new ideas.
March 11th ~ Flight (R) 138 min
Starring: Denzel Washington, Nadine Velazquez, Don
Cheadle
Plot: An airline pilot saves a flight from crashing, but
an investigation into the malfunctions reveals something troubling.
Children’s Garden Club
March 18th ~ The Quiet Man (TVG) 129 min
Starring: John Wayne, Maureen O’Hara, Barry Fitzgerald
Plot: A retired American boxer returns to the village
where he was born in Ireland, where he finds love.
We are looking for a few good teen gardeners to help out
with our Children’s Garden this summer. Please come in and
fill out an application starting April 1st. We will try to accommodate as many volunteers as we can for this, but there
are limited openings.
Technology Classes
Computer Basics
March 25th ~ Argo (R) 120 min
Starring: Ben Affleck, Bryan Cranston, John Goodman
Plot: A dramatization of the 1980 joint CIA-Canadian
secret operation to extract six fugitive American diplomatic personnel out of revolutionary Iran.
Given when needed, in a one on one setting, please
inquire at reference.
This is a slow-paced, hands-on workshop designed for the
“first-time” user. The uses of the mouse & the windows
desktop will be discussed as well as other beginner topics.
Program Code: BPA400
April 1st ~ Lincoln (PG-13)
150 min
Starring: Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, David
Strathairn
Plot: As the Civil War continues to rage, America’s
Internet for the Beginner
National Library Week Raffle
Thursday, March 7, 1-2:30pm
This class will explore the basics of searching the web. We
will explore the library’s homepage, and basic functions of
searching. We will also explore the different types of sites
that are on the internet. There will be a brief overview on
how to protect your computer from viruses and spyware as
well. Prerequisite: A good working knowledge of how to
use the mouse. Program Code: BPA401
Internet Search Engines
Tuesday, March 12 & Thursday, March 14, 1-2:30pm
(2 session class)
This class will further explore searching on the internet.
We will explore how to conduct advanced searches among
other functions of Yahoo, Bing & Google. Prerequisite: A
good working knowledge of how to use the mouse and the
internet. Program Code: BPA417
Microsoft Word 2010
Thursday, March 21, Tuesday, March 26, & Thursday,
March 28, l-2:30pm (3 session class)
This class provides a basic introduction to Microsoft Word.
Patrons will learn to create, save, and edit documents. Patrons will also learn how to cut and paste, copy and paste,
create columns, add graphics, work with word art and create mailing labels. Prerequisite: A good working knowledge
of how to use a mouse. Program Code: BPA404
Excel 2010
Thursday, April 4, & Thursday, April 11, 1-2:30pm
(2 session class)
This class provides a basic introduction to Microsoft Excel.
Patrons will learn more functions of Excel, such as creating
charts and an expansion of the formulas learned in the first
class. Prerequisite: A good working knowledge of how to
use a mouse and Microsoft Word. Program Code: BPA407
Power Point 2010: Beginner
Thursday, April 18, l-2:30pm
This class is for the more experienced user. Patrons will
learn basic functions of this program, including how to create a Power Point presentation by making slides, inputting
data and pictures. Prerequisite: A good working knowledge
of how to use a mouse and Microsoft Word.
Program Code: BPA416
Evening Class
All About Apps!
Monday, April 15, 7-8:30pm
Come join us as we talk about some of the most popular
and top rated apps for Apple and Android devices.
Program Code: BPA420
Tech Help
Sign up for one-on-one technical assistance by appointment with a librarian! We will provide one-on-one, inlibrary technical help. You name it, we’re here to help.
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Sunday, April 14 thru Saturday, April 20
In honor of National Library Week, be sure to
stop by the circulation desk and fill out a raffle
ticket for your chance to win a gift basket chock
full of books, DVDs and more!
president struggles with continuing carnage on the
battlefield and as he fights with many inside his own
cabinet on the decision to emancipate the slaves.
April 8th ~ Field of Dreams (PG) 107 min
Starring: Kevin Costner, James Earl Jones and Ray
Liotta
Plot: An Iowa corn farmer, hearing voices, interprets
them as a command to build a baseball diamond in
his fields; he does, and the Chicago Black Sox come.
April 15th ~ On the Waterfront (TVG) 108 min
Starring: Marlon Brando, Karl Malden, Lee J. Cobb
Plot: An ex-prize fighter turned longshoreman
struggles to stand up to his corrupt union bosses.
April 22nd ~ Anna Karenina (R) 129 min
Starring: Keira Knightley, Jude Law, Aaron TaylorJohnson
Plot: Set in late-19th-century Russia high-society, the
aristocrat Anna Karenina enters into a life-changing
affair with the affluent Count Vronsky.
April 29th ~ It Happened One Night (UR) 105 min
Starring: Clark Gable, Claudette Colbert, Walter
Connolly
Plot: A spoiled heiress, running away from her
family, is helped by a man who’s actually a reporter
looking for a story.
Music with Murray
Sunday, April 7, 2-4pm
Local resident Murray Schwartz will
entertain you as he plays a variety of songs
on his electronic keyboard. No sign-up
necessary.
Tween Programs
Programs for 4th through 6th graders. Please register online or come in to the Library to register starting on
Friday, February 22, 2013, 10am. Please note instructions for each program. Registration can be online, by
phone or come into the Library to register. Patrons who register for programs that require fees have one week
to come in and pay before their spot is released. Please have Tween’s Library card. Thank you.
Snowy Day
Bingo
Tuesday, March 5, 4-5pm
Come to the Library to
enjoy a few games of Bingo
with your friends. Win
prizes and enjoy a snack.
Please register for this program. BPT400
Tween Book Club
Friday, April 15, 5-6pm
Do you love to read and love to share what you’ve
read with others? Then this is the program for you!
Pizza and drinks will be served. You will be discussing the book Nim’s Island by Wendy Orr and making
an island craft. BPT800
Build Your Own Robot
Monday, March 11, 4-5pm
There’s still time to enter our Teen Tech Week
contest: Build Your Own Robot. If you would like
to make your own robot to take home or enter in
the contest we will supply some of the materials.
Anything extra special you want to add you will
have to bring. BPY300
Robot Banks
Tuesday, March 12, 4-5pm
Tween artists will have galactic fun painting
ceramic robot banks. Please remember you will
be painting. Register early. Very limited openings.
BPT311
Yoga for Teens and Tweens
Thursdays, March 14 and April 11, 6-7pm
Come in and unwind from your daily stress with
these relaxing movements. Bring a yoga mat or
towel and a water bottle with your name on it.
Please wear loose clothing. Limited openings.
BPY102
Irish Lucky Charms
Friday, March 15, 4-5pm
Feeling lucky? Well, now you can feel lucky all the
time with this delightful charm bracelet that you
design and put together by yourself or with the help
of our own Laura Chant. All materials will be provided. Register early. Limited openings. BPT301
Tween Movie Night
Friday, April 5, 6-8:45pm
Tonight’s your night! Play a few games, face a
few challenges and watch a movie all in one night.
BPT700
Make Your Own
Recycled Craft
Monday, April 22, 4-5pm
Learn new uses for materials that you may throw
away. Using left over materials create your own very
special design. We’ll have some ideas for you to
choose from or you can create something completely
unique. BPY308
Cinco de Mayo
Friday, May 3, 4-5pm
Join us as we celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a fiesta
and craft. You will be weaving a cultural symbol of
the Huichol people of western Mexico. BPT308
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From The Children’s
REGISTRATION PROCEDURES: REGISTRATION FOR CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS BEGINS ON SATURDAY, MARCH 2ND AT 11:00 AM. FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE AND TO ACCOMMODATE BUSY SCHEDULES THE LIBRARY NOW OFFERS SEVERAL REGISTRATION OPTIONS: ONLINE, WALK IN, CALL IN AND
PRE-REGISTRATION. Program space is limited and preference is given to children who are Bayport-Blue Point Library district residents. All children must have their own library card and a password to register online. You may come into the library to register or register by phone. Please have your child’s library card available. For families that will
be away, pre-registration forms will be available on February 27th. They will be entered on the day of registration after 1:00pm. Caregivers please call to register non-district
resident children who will then be placed in programs according to availability. The Children’s Services Department strives to provide fun and educational programs throughout
the year which promote literacy and lifelong learning for children and their families. More and more children are signing up for library programs. To help us better serve you,
please plan to attend all programs your child is registered for or call in advance if your child is not able to join us. Whenever possible the library will schedule additional programs to alleviate waiting lists. It is our hope that through programming we can share our appreciation of books with the children in our community, inspire them to love books
and help them discover the joy of reading.
Photos may be taken at our Library programs for
publicity purposes. Please let us know if you do not
want photos taken of your child.
Many different foods and materials are used in our
programs. If your child has allergies, please be aware
that the Library cannot guarantee that these materials
are free of ingredients that may affect your child.
75th
Anniversary
Program
Magic of
Amore Presents
Extra! Extra!
Read All About
It! BPJ912
Saturday, March 16,
10:00am Preschool through 5th Grade
Experience edge of your seat fun! Amore will amaze
children with a performance that tops all others. Fast
paced and original, this one of a kind performance utilizes amazing magic, hilarious side-splitting comedy,
live animals, music, and loads of audience participation all intertwined with a message about libraries, the
value of books and the importance of reading.
Kid’s Going Outside! Family Programs
CM Performing Arts Center Presents
Freckleface Strawberry
No online registration.
Saturday, March 9, 2:00pm Family program
Join us at the CM Performing Arts Center in Oakdale
for a showing of the children’s musical performance
“Freckleface Strawberry”. Freckleface Strawberry is
a girl just like everyone else, except that she has red
hair and freckles. When she tries to hide who she is,
she learns about friendship and accepting yourself
just as you are. Tickets: $4.00 each payable by check
only at the Children’s Reference Desk.
Gardening Club Kickoff at Bayport
Flower Houses BPJ914
Wednesday, April 10, 4:00pm, 25 children
Grades K-5
Time to sow and grow some fun! This year the gardening club will meet at the Bayport Flower Houses
to plant seeds which will be cared for and replanted
in our library garden. Children will also get a tour
and take home a special gift.
Infants from 3 Through 17 Months
Me and My Baby I BPJ100
Wednesdays, March 20, 27, and April 3, 10,
10:00am, 15 babies from the 3rd month through the
9th month
Start your baby on the road to literacy with the fun
activities offered.
Me and My Baby II BPJ101
Wednesdays, March 20, 27, and April 3, 10,
10:45am, 15 babies from the 10th through the 17th
month
New walkers will enjoy the activities planned to
match their new abilities.
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Babies PlayHooray BPJ103
Tuesday, April 23, 10:00am, 20 babies
Music & fun for your little one! Get ready to sing,
dance and PlayHooray with your baby! This delightful program is a lively introduction to nursery
rhymes, books, music and movement.
Toddlers 18 Through 35 Months
Totally Tots BPJ201
Fridays, March 15, 22 and April 5, 12, 10:00am, 15
toddlers 18-26 months
Children and their caregivers will have fun playing
together, making a craft, and meeting new friends at
this informal playtime.
Toddler Playtime BPJ202
Fridays, March 15, 22 and April 5, 12 11:30am, 15
toddlers 27-35 months
Children and their caregivers will have fun making
new friends and sharing in imaginative free play
with the many toys provided by the Library. This
is followed by a short story time to support early
literacy development.
JumpBunch Baseball BPJ214
Wednesday, April 17, 10:00am, 20 toddlers
Just in time for the baseball season. Let JumpBunch
show your little ones how to play baseball and teach
them some basic skills! Lots of non-competitive fun
for boys and girls alike!
Kidnastics BPJ227
Friday, April 19, 10:00am, 25 toddlers
Mrs. Leskody will be back to present her program of
fine and gross motor skills to wake up your child’s
minds and muscles.
Family Programs for Younger Children
Meet the Parade Characters BPJ900
Friday, March 8, 10:00-11:00am. Children from 18
months through 5 years
The Chamber of Commerce St. Patrick’s Day parade
is scheduled for Sunday, March 10th! Families are
invited to drop in to the Library to meet this year’s
book characters. Shake hands with Biscuit and do
a dance with Curious George. Puzzles, coloring
sheets, mazes and a craft will be available to work
on in the Library or to take home. Bring a camera
to take souvenir pictures of your child with their
book friends. Cookies and juice will be served at this
event.
Bunnies, Bunnies, Bunnies BPJ200
Wednesday, March 13, 10:00am or 11:00am, 15
children 18 months through 5 years
Come visit with a litter of baby rabbits during this
annual program. The bunnies are very young, so
bring your quiet voices and gentle hands.
Sign up for either time. (Only registered children
and a caregiver will be admitted)
Who Belongs Where? BPJ215
Tuesday, March 19, 10:00am, 24 children from 18
months through 5 years
Join “A Time for Kids” for this fun learning experience. Children will enjoy lots of musical activities
and matching items that go together.
Birds In A Nest BPJ216
Tuesday, April 9, 10:00am, 24 children from 18
months through 5 years
Big birds and little birds! First learn about sizes and
then place your birds in their cozy nest. Lots of fun
for your little one!
Tot’s Night Out Birds In A Nest
BPJ217
Tuesday, April 9, 7:00pm, 24 children from 18
months through 5 years
Big birds and little birds! First learn about sizes and
then place your birds in their cozy nest. Lots of fun
for your little one!
Children from 3-5 years old
(not yet in Kindergarten) with an adult caregiver
Unless otherwise specified in the program description, siblings will not be admitted.
Storytime for 3 Year Olds BPJ300
Mondays, March 11, 18 and April 1, 8, 10:00am,
12 children from 36 through 47 months
We invite 3-year-olds and their caregivers to join
us in sharing stories, finger plays, songs, crafts, and
other age appropriate activities. The six early literacy skills that children need to help them become
good readers will be introduced at these sessions.
Storytime for 4’s and 5’s BPJ301
Wednesdays, March 13, 20 and April 3, 10, 1:30pm,
16 children from 48 months through the 59th month
without a caregiver
This story time, which is meant for children only,
will help them along the road to independence by
briefly separating them from their parents in a safe
and friendly environment. Children not ready to
go into a program alone can be enrolled in the three
year old group which meets on Mondays.
The Science of Magnets BPJ311
Tuesday April 16, 10:00am, 20 children
Become a Magnetician! Susan Sears will help
young scientists discover how the world around us
pushes, pulls and has its ups and downs in a variety
of hands-on activities.
Advanced Kidnastics BPJ333
Friday, April 19, 11:00am, 25 children
Mrs. Leskody is offering a program of Kidnastics
with activities planned especially for 3-5 year olds.
Little ones will have fun doing gymnastics that
match their increased fine and gross motor skills.
Creative Chaos BPJ318
Friday, April 26, 10:00am or 1:00pm, 15 children
Does you preschooler love to get their hands messy?
If the answer is yes then join Mrs. Chant and Mrs.
Soper at the library for an hour of fun filled activities. (This program is for registered children and
their caregiver only)
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Room
Origami
Monday, March 18 and April 1, 8, 15 between
f3:30-5:00pm, Grades 2-5. No registration required
Drop by the library for some paper folding fun.
Mrs. Soper will teach you how to fold a simple
origami model each week.
School Age Programs for Grades
K Through 5
Expressway
to Your Art I
BPJ600
St. Patrick’s Day Workshop BPJ407
Friday, March 22,
4:00pm, 24 children
Grades 3-5
Join Mrs. Ahearn and
create a painting in
the surrealist style of
Rene Magritte.
Friday, March 8, 4:00pm, 25 children
If you love St. Patrick’s Day you’ll love this program. Join Mrs. Soper for some fun activities and
make a special craft to take home.
JumpBunch 60 Second Challenge
BPJ408
Wednesday, March 13, 4:00pm, 25 children
Children will work in teams for 6-8 activities. This
program is a little competitive and sometimes silly.
Each activity is carefully crafted to sharpen fine
and gross motor skills, encouraging teamwork and
problem solving.
Cliffhangers BPJ604
Tuesday, April 9, 4:00pm, 20 children Grade 3-5
Need a new book to read? Mrs. Lappano will be
reading opening chapters from some new and not so
new chapter books. You might just find a new series or title you can’t put down. Snacks and a drink
will be provided.
Keep It Simple, Art for Kids II
BPJ508
Friday, April 12, 4:00pm, 24 children Grades K-2
Join Mrs. Ahearn and create a painting of a melted
clock in the style of Salvador Dali.
Expressway to Your Art II BPJ601
Tuesday, April 23, 4:00pm, 24 children Grades 3-5
Join Mrs. Ahearn and create a painting of a melted
clock in the style of Salvador Dali.
Special Events and Programs:
National Library Week
Wild about Bunnies BPJ406
Tuesday, March 19, 4:00pm 15 children
Explore the world of rabbits in this educational program designed for older children. Judy Wilson will
be bringing bunnies, so bring your quiet voices and
gentle hands.
Construction Zone BPJ431
Tuesday, March 26 or Wednesday, April 24, 4:00pm,
25 children
Come together for Lego building fun and creativity.
If you or someone you know has Lego’s that they no
longer use, please donate them to the Library for use
during this program.
Parent’s Night Out BPJ411
Friday, March 15, 7:00pm, 25 children
This program is back by popular demand. Parents, do
you need a few extra hours to run some errands? Drop
your children off at the library for popcorn, a drink
and a viewing of the movie “Hotel Transylvania”.
Creative Cup Building BPJ430
Wednesday, April 3, 4:00pm, 25 children
Let your imagination be your guide. Build on your
own or with friends using large plastic cups to see
what you can create.
Jump Bunch Baseball BPJ413
Wednesday, April 17, 4:00pm, 20 children
Just in time for the baseball season. Let JumpBunch
teach you some basic baseball skills! Lots of noncompetitive fun for boys and girls alike!
What Do You See? BPJ415
Friday, April 19, 4:00pm, 20 children
Explore the world of mirrors to produce some incredible reflections. Understand how a kaleidoscope makes
those fantastic patterns and make one to take home.
Check the Following Program Descriptions
for the Grade Requirements:
Keep It Simple, Art for Kids I
BPJ503
Wednesday, March 6, 4:00pm, 24 children
Grades K-2
Join Mrs. Ahearn and create a painting in the surrealist style of Rene Magritte.
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National Library Week begins on April 14th and ends
on April 20th. Stop by the library to enter the daily
raffle drawing and a raffle for a chance to win the big
weekly prize of a basket stuffed with great prizes!
Reading to Dogs
Read to Chelsea
Mondays, 3:30 - 5:00pm
Have fun reading with Chelsea our Reading Dog.
Chelsea is a registered therapy and reading dog.
Reading to dogs provides children with a non-judgmental and comforting environment to practice their
reading skills. Readers 1st through 5th grade can
sign up for 20 minute sessions. Children love reading to dogs. Sign up early at the Children’s desk for
the spots that are convenient for you.
At Your Library.
NEW
The library subscribes to SESAME STREET EBOOKS ONLINE
Is your child a fan of Big Bird, Elmo, Burt and Ernie? Check out our new collection of Sesame Street
e-books now available on our webpage .
Sesame Street eBooks come in four formats:
• Read: eBooks allow you to read aloud at your
own pace
• Read and Listen: Audio eBooks include fun Sesame Street audio narration, sound effects and music
• Read and Play: Interactive eBooks invite users to
interact with the content in playful and educational
ways
• Read and Watch: Animated eBooks bring beloved
Sesame Street characters and stories to life in fullcolor animation
The library subscribes to MUZZY ONLINE
Available in the library or at home from our website,
Muzzy Online is a fun way for children to learn a
foreign language. Learn English, French, Spanish,
Italian and German. Ask a librarian for more information.
The library subscribes to WORLD BOOK
ONLINE. Available in the library or at home from
our website, the World Book Online subscription
consists of three parts: World Book Online for Kids,
World Book Online Info Finder and World Book
Online Reference Center. Ask a librarian for more
information.
Director’s
Message
It’s hard to believe that it is almost Spring
already! It is time to forget about being
indoors and start looking forward to your
outdoor activities. Stop in and pick up
some materials on landscaping or other tips
on home improvements. It is also a good
opportunity to check out some of the many
programs being offered at the library; story
times, book discussions, craft programs,
cooking classes, etc.
We are committed to meeting the needs of
this diverse community and are open to adding new features to our basic service. If you
would like some different programs or more
of the same, please do not hesitate to speak
to our staff. Making recommendations is
a valuable way for us to make sure we are
serving you to the best of our ability in
order to provide the materials, services and
programs you want and deserve.
As always, please feel free to call me, email
me (mike@suffolk.lib.ny.us) or visit my office with any concerns.
Sincerely,
Mike Firestone
Director
Community
Outreach
Bayport-Blue Point Publi
c Library will be
expanding their Commun
ity Outreach above
and beyond delivering bo
oks and dvd’s to the
homebound. Our goal is
to reach out to our senior citizen community
and offer art programs,
book discussions, and lec
tures at your location. Keep It Simple Ar
t has been a successful
art program here at the Ba
yport-Blue Point
Public Library. We would
like to offer Keep It
Simple Art for Seniors in
the near future. Each
week/month we would pai
nt our own interpretation of one of the ma
sters’ paintings. We
look forward to meeting
with you and hope
you will be as excited to
start as we are. Feel
free to call and let us kn
ow what you’re interested in, so we may accom
modate you in the
best way possible. Conta
ct: Deborah Ahearn
at (631) 363-6133 Ext. 6
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BUDGET VOTE
TUESDAY, APRIL 2, 1-9PM (in the library)
VOTER INFORMATION
Trustee Election
There is one five-year Trustee position open commencing on July 1, 2013 - June 30, 2018. This position is currently held by incumbent Brenda Goelz
whose term expires on June 30, 2013. Petition forms
are due: Monday, March 4 before 5pm. Applicants
must obtain petition forms from the Office of the
School District Clerk. Petition forms are due in the
School District Clerk’s office on Monday, March 4
before 5pm.
Registration
Registration is on-going at the Office of the School
District Clerk on any school day between the hours
of 9am and 3pm through March 29.
Budget Information Meeting
and Candidates Night
Wednesday, March 27 at 7:00pm in the library.
Exercise
Classes
Beginning Tai Chi
Mondays, March 18, 25, April 8, 15, 22 & 29,
11:15am-12:15pm
Introduces the art of Tai Chi and teaches the first two
sections of the Beijing Tai Chi form. Be sure to wear
loose, comfortable clothing and soft-soled shoes for
all Tai Chi classes. Fee: $10 payable by check only.
BPA120
Intermediate Tai Chi &
Advanced Tai Chi
Tuesdays, March 19, 26, April 9, 16, 23 & 30,
11:15am-12:15pm
Teaches the final sections of the Beijing Tai Chi
form. Fee: $10 payable by check only. BPA122
Arthritis Foundation
Senior Flex
Thursdays, March 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18 & 25,
10-11am
Fee: $10 payable by check only. BPA103
Beginning Yoga
Saturdays, April 13, 20, 27, May 4 & 18, June 1,
10-11am
For all yoga classes, please make sure to bring a yoga
mat, wear comfortable clothing, and eat a light meal
at least one to two hours beforehand. Fee: $10 payable by check only. BPA10
Evening Beginning Yoga
Wednesdays, March 20, 27, April 3, 17, 24 & May 1,
7-8pm
Fee: $10 payable by check only. BPA118
Qualifications for Voting
Age: 18 and over. Citizen of the U.S. Resident
in Bayport-Blue Point School District for at least
30 days. Registered to vote in general or school
district elections.
Absentee Ballots
If you are unable to vote in person, you may
apply for an absentee ballot at the library during regular hours or at the Office of the School
District Clerk on any school day between 9am
and 4pm. The School District Clerk must receive
the application at least seven (7) days before the
election if the ballot is to be mailed to the voter,
or the day before the election if it is to be delivered personally to the voter. The School District
Clerk must receive absentee ballots not later than
5pm on the day of the vote, April 2.
On
Exhibit
MARCH
Various forms of art done by Sharon
Lippman’s students are hanging in the hall
gallery. In the east hall case is a display arranged by Jim Mendelson showing the charitable works of the Blue Point-Bayport Lions
Club. Pharmacist Connie Still’s collection
of antique pharmaceutical bottles and objects
is exhibited in the west hall case. Brenda
Kirschenheiter’s colorful Easter cards are in
the LeCluse case. On the Blue Point Avenue
bulletin board are Gene Horton and Walter
Petrule’s photographs of the Bayport-Blue
Point Chamber of Commerce past St Patrick’s
Day Parades.
APRIL
Julia Da Silveira’s beautiful photographs of
Spain, the Canary Islands and nature pictures
of an Osprey Vigil, Herons Nest and Sonderling Sprint are exhibited in the hall gallery.
Mitts, gloves and Springtime Baseball season
equipment owned by Michael Burke is shown
in the east case. Pete Berman’s post cards
of local sports teams are in the west hall
case. The Le Cluse case has Randi Morgan’s Barbie Dolls celebrating Spring Time.
Photographs of the Bayport-Blue Point Little
League organization and activities are on the
Blue Point Avenue bulletin board.
Library Information
Telephone: 631-363-6133
e-mail: bprtlib@suffolk.lib.ny.us
Please notify the Library if you
Web Site: http://bprt.suffolk.lib.ny.us/
need special accommodations due to
Hours: Monday – Friday, 10am-9pm
a disability. The Raymond Davis, Jr.
Saturday, 10am-5pm
Community Room is equipped with
Sunday, 1-5pm (Opening September 16)
Library Closed:
assisted listening devices.
Sunday, May 12
Sunday, May 26
Monday, May 27
Library Board of Trustees
Library Board meetings are
held on the second Wednesday
of the month at 7:00pm.
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Daniene Byrne, President
Mary Ellen Adams
Brenda Goelz
Kim McAward
Eileen Morgo
Michael Firestone
Library Director
Generation Next!
Programs for ages 18-26. The Bayport - Blue Point Library is now
offering programs designed for the generation after high school and
beyond. Please register online or come in to the Library to register
starting on Friday, February 22, 2013, 10am. Please note instructions for each program. Registration can be online, by phone or
come into the Library to register. Patrons who register for programs
that require fees have one week to come in and pay before their spot
is released. Thank you.
College Financial
Aid Basics Monday, April 1, 7-8pm
A college education is one of the largest investments made
toward the future. Learn all about the financial aid application processes and programs. Gather the tools necessary
to compare college offers and determine the affordability
of your college choices. BPG602
Music
Music
Fiddler’s Green
Sunday, March 24, 2013 at 2 pm
Fiddler’s Green performs traditional Irish music in an authentic acoustic style. The band has
received hearty sustained ovations
for its performances over the past
several years from audiences all
over the New York area. Unique
and breath-taking renditions of
Irish airs as well as lively jigs,
reels, hornpipes, and evocative ballads have set this band apart from
all others. The quarter consists of
Mary Nagin on fiddle; Larry Moser on accordion, 12-string guitar,
hammered dulcimer, and concertina; Patrick O’Rourke on guitar
and bodhran; and John Corr on banjo, tin whistle, wood flute, and
spoons. Each member of the band contributes vocals, and Danny
Boy, when rendered in Patrick’s luxuriant Irish tenor voice, is a
memorable component of any Fiddler’s Green concert.
The Red Hot Mamas
Sunday, April 14, 2013 at 2pm
The Red Hot Mamas have been kicking up their heels in the New
York area for the past 20 years
and their popularity has been
steadily increasing with audiences of all ages. This group of
tap dancers range in age from
54 to over 80. The company’s
repertoire includes selections
from Broadway shows, old
time favorites and modern
popular music. Their performances are sophisticated, professional and energetic and their costumes are spectacular.
.
Eight Strings and a Whistle
Sunday, April 28, 2013 at 2 pm
Eight Strings & a Whistle has been captivating audiences
throughout the Northeast since
1998. The trio is committed to
presenting works and expanding
the repertoire for the unique combination of flute, viola and cello.
To date, the trio has premiered
over ten works and has collaborated with a diverse group of
composers. Additionally, the trio
incorporates lesser-known works
for this combination from the
Baroque through the Twentiethcentury into its repertoire. The
Trio’s recent appearances have
included performances at the
Tenri Cultural Institute in New York City, on the Stern Virtuoso
Series at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York, the
Keeler Tavern Museum in Ridgefield, Connecticut, University
of Maine, Fort Kent and the inaugural concert on the Chocolate
Church Art Center’s Summer Concert Series in Bath, Maine.
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