DEFENSIVE DRIVING - Elmont Memorial Library

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700 Hempstead Tpke.
Elmont, NY 11003
516.354.5280
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ORGANIZATION
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
ELMONT PUBLIC
LIBRARY
January - April
2016
ELMONT MEMORIAL
LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Monique Hardial, President
Patrick Nicolosi, Vice President
Ellice Bekier
Gina Burnett
Mimi Pierre-Johnson
Livingstone Young
Tammie Williams
DEFENSIVE
DRIVING
Receive 10% off Collision and Auto Liability/PIP Rates
TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD
EMPIRE DRIVERS SAFETY
Tuesday, February 2 from 11:30am to 2pm
Monday, January 11 AND Tuesday, January 12
from 6pm to 9pm (must attend both classes)
Mobile Tax Office
Mobile Passport Office
Thursday, April 14 from 11am to 2pm
Saturday, March 19 from 10am to 4pm (one class)
Monday, April 25 AND Tuesday, April 26
from 6pm to 9pm (must attend both classes)
($27 Check or Money Order -Payable to Empire Safety Council)
Registration for everyone begins two weeks before each class.
AARP Defensive Driving (ages 50+)
Wednesdays, January 27, March 23 and May 18
from 10:30 to 5pm
Registration for Elmont Library cardholders
begins two weeks before each class.
Non-cardholders may register one week before
if space is available.
($20 AARP members/$25 non-members/Check or money order)
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NEWSLETTER 2016
January
February
March
April
Serving the communities of
Elmont, Stewart Manor, Alden Manor, S. Floral Park,
and parts of N. Valley Stream, E. Franklin Square and New Hyde Park
Visit us on the web at www.elmontlibrary.org
SCHOLARSHIP
FUNDRAISERS
$6 per ticket
All proceeds will go toward awarding scholarship
monies to local high school students. Enjoy some
of the best live entertainment on Long Island, while
helping students achieve their dreams through higher
education!
Friday, February 19 at 1pm
............................................Disney’sVillain’s United
Sunday, March 6 at 1pm..................... Pinkalicious
Friday, April 8 at 1pm..........Jack and the Beanstalk
Fosters Meadow Presentation
Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 10:30am
Topics Include:
•The German Settlements of Nineteenth Century on Long
Island - Paul van Wie
• St. Boniface Church and the German Catholic churches
in America - Paul Hoffman
• E-E-E-E-K !!! ; Murder and Mayhem in Peaceful
Foster’s Meadow - Ed Wesnofske
Fosters Meadow Heritage Center
under the sponsorship of the
Franklin Square Historical Society.
Inside this Issue
So many of the full text databases are available online such as
Newsday, New York Times Online and Encyclopedias, and many
Employment Links to help you with your job search. Use our website
at www.elmontlibrary.org
and click Online Databases to begin.
The Elmont Memorial Library wishes
everyone a Happy & Healthy New Year...
2016
Many of us (not all) have probably already broken those
ambitious resolutions. So what if, every so often, we just
tried to do something that we’ve always wanted to try but
didn’t have the time? It really is as simple as that!
The Library is the best place start.
Exercise for a healthy mind!
Try something new at one of our various health and
wellness classes... chair yoga, tai chi, reiki, chi gong.
Library Hours...
Mon. Tues. Thurs.: Wednesday: Friday: Saturday:
Sunday: Take Advantage of our Online Databases
Clean up that diet!
9:30am - 8:45pm
10:00am - 8:45pm
9:30am - 5:45pm
9:30am - 4:45pm
12:00pm - 4:45pm
Learn how at our monthly Nutrition workshops.
Enjoy a little Culture!
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Theatre Programs............................................................... 2
Adult Programs ..........................................................3 & 4
Adult Book Discussion...................................................... 7
Teen Corner........................................................................ 5
Children’s Programs........................................................... 6
Community Outreach..................................... Back Cover
Defensive Driving............................................ Back Cover
Bring the family to a wonderful show in the Library Theatre
for an afternoon of culture and entertainment.
Or enjoy a movie on Tuesday & Friday afternoons.
Learn new things!
Look for our various lectures on Friday afternoons.
All of our programs are free of charge!
The Elmont Memorial Libary cares about their patrons, so
take advantage of all the wonderful programs we have to
offer and try something new!
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LIVE in the Library Theatre!!! FREE and open to the public
Cabaret
with Flo Michaels
Friday, January 29 at 12:30pm
Enjoy this wonderful one-woman cabaret
show featuring Motown/Oldies Showtunes,
Pop, Rhythm & Blues and Jazz classics.
Audience participation is encouraged.
An Afternoon
of Music
with Les Degen
Sunday, January 31 at 2pm
Take a trip down memory lane on this musical
journey and enjoy some of the greatest standards
and show tunes ever written.
Get ready to sing, dance & reminisce!
Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Annual Valentine’s Show with
Tony Grant & Ms. Roseann
Friday, February 12, 2016 at 12:30pm
Join us for a Salute to Legends, a tribute to singers,
entertainers and music of legends such as Frank Sinatra,
Connie Francis, Tom Jones, Joni James and much more!
All are welcome!
That’s What She Said
Women Composers with Linda Ciofalo
Friday, March 4 at 12:30pm
Celebrate Women’s History Month in a
wonderful tribute to the women who give
us something to sing about!Join us as we
acknowledge the contributions of the many
women who write, play, sing & continue to play
a role in shaping today’s music.
Here’s to the Ladies who SCAT!
with Christina Drapkin
Sunday, March 6 at 2pm
Join us for an entertaining program on the many
colorful social icons of Long Island’s Gold
Coast. Listen to the stories of their lives, loves
and scandals.
That’s AMORE!
The World in Song
featuring Castorina & Rose
Saturday, January 30 at 2pm
Join us for a virtual tour of the world in song. Enjoy
favorite and familiar selections from France, Italy,
England, Mexico, Greece, Israel and the U.S.A.!
Tribute to Black
Entertainment
with BiLlee T & Marcia Pharr Thomas
Saturday, February 6 at 2pm
Celebrate Black Entertainment at it’s finest with two outstanding
entertainers. Sing, dance, reminisce.
Legendary Classic R&B Doo Wop
with Eddie & the Starlites
Saturday, February 20 at 2pm
Welcome back this incredible group and
revisit the romantic era of Rhythm & Blues
featuring a variety of songs and
embrace the rich history of music.
Sugar & Spice
Soul Band
Sunday, February 21 at 2pm
Don’t miss an afternoon of your favorite
Motown Jams with a sweet mix of Disco
and Soul music!
Elvis
is in the
Building!
with Steve Charles
Saturday, March 5 at 2pm
“You Ain’t Nothin but a Hound Dog” so turn away your
“Suspicious Minds,” and put on your “Blue Suede Shoes” and
come to the “Hearbreak Hotel” for an afternoon of all your Elvis
favorites.... “Don’t be Cruel”
Life Is...
with Paul and Rochelle Chamlin
Friday, April 15 at 12:30pm
Enjoy famous and familiar songs that
ultimately take you on an uplifting
journey through life’s ups and downs.
A Musical Tribute to Harry Warren
with Bob Spiotto
Tribute to Great Lyricists
Join us for this wonderful musical production as we pay tribute
to Harry Warren who composed over 1,000 songs that served as
the soundtrack of our lives for almost a century. Songs include
“Lullaby of Broadway,” “Shuffle Off to Buffalo,” “Chattanooga
Choo Choo,” “42nd Street,” “That’s Amore!” and many many
more!! Musical direction & accompanist Peter Pece.
Sunday, April 17 at 2pm
Saturday, April 16 at 2pm
with Naomi Zeitlin
Explore a rich variety of music with “standout”
lyrics, reflecting many song styles, moods, and
emotions. Look at some of those amazingly creative
lyricists and how the melodies & rhythm works
together with the lyrics to create your favorite songs.
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Computer Workshops
TECH TIME with Todd Schlitt
Computer Workshops
15-minute sessions to answer any of your technical questions.
APPOINTMENTS ONLY (Elmont Library Cardholders)
with Sharper Training Solutions
(Registration begins two weeks before each session)
(Registration begins two weeks before each session)
Elmont Library cardholders only
Saturdays 10am to 11:30am
January 30, February 27, March 19 & April 30
Saturdays from 10am to 12pm
TECH TIME
Workshops
with Todd Schlitt
Introduction to eBay ......................................January 16
Setting Up Your New Computer .................February 13
(Registration begins 2 weeks before each session for Elmont Library
cardholders & one week before for non-cardholders)
Word Processing for Home Use ........................March 5
Thursdays at 7pm
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint .................April 9
All About Apps.................................................... January 7
Introduction to Social Media......................... February 11
Google: More than a Search Engine..................March 10
Getting to Know your iPad................................... April 14
Introduction to the Internet .................................May 21
Introduction to Email ...........................................June 4
Senior Planning & Financial Workshops
HOW TO PAY LESS INCOME TAX
with Barry Lisak, EA
Wednesday, January 13 at 6:30pm and Friday, January 15 at 12:30pm
All new 2015 tax laws will be highlighted.
Topics include education, retirement, home ownership, charitable, medical, investment, employee and
miscellaneous deductions.
Social Security Workshop
Keeping it Simple
with Daniel Mazzola, CFA, CPA
American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc.
Tuesday, March 22 at 7pm
Estate Planning 101
This class provides a broad overview of the Social Security
Program as it relates to retirees and their beneficiaries while
emphasizing spousal benefits. If you are married or had ever
been married you should be aware of spousal benefits. Spousal
benefits will be examined and you will learn how married
couples can optimize their collective payouts
using two simple strategies.
Eric J. Einhart, Esq., Russo Law Group, P.C.
Tuesday, April 12 at 7pm
Critical issues facing seniors and their families will be addressed
as well as estate planning tools for all of us. Attendees will be
provided with action steps needed to start protecting one’s assets
and what legal documents are important to have as part of your
comprehensive Estate Plan.
Great Reads!
Adult Book Discussions
Mondays at 2pm
January 25: Boston Girl by Anita Diamant
February 22: Circling the Sun by Paula McLain
March 28: Some Luck by Jane Smiley
April 25: LONG ISLAND READS:
Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult
with Diana Heinlein & David Houston
A wonderful story that explores the mother-daughter
relationship and the idea that those we can’t forget are
never truly gone.
Take out a
like taking out a BOOK
Visit our Customer Service, Reference or the YA Desk for more info
Guidelines for Borrowing and Use of eReaders
•Patrons must have a current Elmont Public Library card in good standing
(no fines or overdue items) at the time the Nook Simple Touch™ eReader is
borrowed.
•Teens in grades 7 – 12 (12 – 18 yrs old) must have a parent/guardian present
to co-sign the eReader Loan Agreement and Liability Statement at the time
they first borrow Nook Simple Touch™. (Subsequent borrowing would not
require the parent/guardian to be present)
•The check out limit is one Nook Simple Touch™ per person at any given
time.
•The Library reserves the right to refuse service to anyone who abuses
equipment or is repeatedly late in returning the Nook Simple Touch™ or
who places the Nook Simple Touch™ in the book drops.
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Food/Nutrition & Health
Nutrition Workshops
with Jane Prokopowicz, MS, MBA, RD, CDE, CDN
No registration necessary
Sugar & Artificial Sweeteners: .Wednesday, January 13 at 11am
Fortified Foods: ....................Wednesday, February 10 at 11am
Organic Foods: ...........................Wednesday, March 9 at 11am
Preservatives in our Food: .......... Wednesday, April 13 at 11am
GMO’s: ........................................ Wednesday, May 11 at 11am
Eating Clean: ................................. Wednesday, June 8 at 11am
Diabetes Workshops
with Jane Prokopowicz, MS, MBA, RD, CDE, CDN
No registration necessary
Sugar & Artificial Sweeteners: ........Tuesday, January 19 at 7pm
Carbohydrate Counting................. Tuesday, February 9 at 7pm
Protein Diet...................................... Tuesday, March 15 at 7pm
Eating Patterns & Blood Sugars.........Tuesday, April 19 at 7pm
Stomach Problems & Diabetes............Tuesday, May 24 at 7pm
Tips to Stay Healthy............................Tuesday, June 21 at 7pm
Design Trends
for your Home
with Jacqui Palatnik, Interior Designer
Saturday, March 12 at 11am
Learn the latest design trends for your home.
Find out what’s big in furniture styles and colors as well as
kitchen and bath decor.
Creative Jewelry
Workshop
with Phyllis Ger
Monday, March 7 at 1pm
(Registration for Elmont cardholders begins Feb. 22)
Create a one-of-a-kind handcrafted piece of jewelry made with
found objects (buttons, beads, fabric & stones). Bring in a
treasured memento to incorporate into your design.
DID YOU KNOW .... ?
Elmont Library Cardholders can get
$5 off any Adult performance
and $3 off any Childrens performance
for any BroadHollow Show
shown at the Elmont Library Theatre?
Visit www.broadhollow.org
for upcoming show listings!!!
Reiki
with Reiki Oasis
Wednesday, February 3 at 10:30am
Tuesday, March 8 at 10:30am
Wednesday, April 13 at 7pm
Registration for Elmont Library cardholders
begins two weeks before each class.
Registration for non-cardholders
begins one week before each class
Yummies!
with the Baking Coach
In-person or online registration for Elmont
Library cardholders
begins two weeks before each class (Limited
space)
Wednesdays
Yankee Bean Soup & Corn Cakes............ January 20
Red Velvet Craziness..............................February 10
Edible Spring Bird’s Nest........................... March 30
Ladies Tea - Classic Tea for Springtime.... April 20
Art Lectures
with Louise Cella Caruso
Wednesdays at 1pm
January 27................... A New York Experience
February 17................... William Sidney Mount
March 9.......... Painted Lady: Muse or Mistress
April 13.................. On the Wing: Angels in Art
Adult Book
Discussions
Mondays at 2pm
January 25: Boston Girl by Anita Diamant
February 22: Circling the Sun by Paula McLain
March 28: Some Luck by Jane Smiley
April 25: LONG ISLAND READS:
Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult
with Diana Heinlein & David Houston
A wonderful story that explores the motherdaughter relationship and the idea that those
we can’t forget are never truly gone.
Check out our new redesigned website at www.elmontlibrary.org
In the TEEN CORNER...
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ALL PROGRAMS ARE FOR TEENS GRADES 7-12 ONLY
Registration for programs begins four weeks before the program’s date unless otherwise noted.
QUESTIONS? Call Young Adult Services at 354-5280 ext. 247 or e-mail us at [email protected]
JANUARY
DIY: ANIMAL THEMED RING DISH
Wednesday, January 20 at 6:30pm
PANIC FREE EXAMS: test taking workshop
Thursday, January 21 at 6:30pm
ON-GOING TEEN CLUBS
TAG
Saturdays, January 9, February 6,
March 5 & April 2 at 12noon
Help make a difference and let your voices be heard!
Great for community service!
TEEN BOOK CHAT
FEBRUARY
DIY: CHERRY BLOSSOM PAPER LANTERN
Monday, February 8 at 6:30pm
WINTER ORIGAMI
Monday, February 15 at 3pm
Mondays, January 4, February 1,
March 7 & April 4 at 6:30pm
Read whatever interests you and come to Teen Book Chat to
talk about it! Refreshments served.
TEEN TIME
Every Friday at 4pm to 5:30pm
DIY: VALENTINE’S JEWELRY Tuesday, February 16 at 3pm
TEEN CUISINE: FRIED RICE AND EGG ROLLS
Wednesday, February 17 at 3pm
TEEN CUISINE: CHOCOLATE CANDY
Thursday, February 18 at 3pm
MARCH
January 8, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 26
March 4, 11, 18, April 1, 8, 15, 22
APRIL
LEARN SIGN LANGUAGE
(4-part series)
Mondays, April, 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 6:30pm
EMPOWERMENT JOURNEY
Celebrate the Teen Tech Week March 6-12, 2016
Check out all of the great digital resources and services that
are available to help teens succeed in school and prepare for
college and 21st century careers.
CREATE WITH LIGHT!
Tuesday, March 8 at 6:30pm
CELEBRATE GIRL POWER: BRAIN BEAUTY
Tuesday, March 15 at 6:30pm
DIY: SPRING MANICURE
Tuesday, March 22 at 6:30pm
TEEN CUISINE: SPRINGTIME SWEET BREAD
BRAID
Thursday, March 24 at 3pm
Scorch Trials
PG-13, 132 min.
Friday, January 15
at 3pm
3-part series of violence prevention
workshops for teenage boys
CONFLICT RESOLUTION AND COPING
STRATEGIES: Tuesday, April 26 at 3pm
EMPOWERMENT AND SELF-ESTEEM:
Wednesday April 27 at 3pm
DECISION MAKING AND SAFETY:
Thursday, April 28 at 3pm
DIY: ORGANIC SUGAR SCRUB
Tuesday, April 26 at 6:30pm
TEEN CUISINE: BERRY CHEESECAKE PARFAIT
Wednesday, April 27 6:30pm
DIY: FLOWER BURST mixed media painting
Thursday, April 28 at 6:30pm
TEEN
SCREENMockingjay Part II
The Martian
PG-13, 144 min.
Friday, February 19
at 3pm
He Named Me
Malala
PG-13, 87 min.
Monday, March 28
at 3pm
PG-13, 136 min.
Friday, April 29
at 3pm
In the Children’s Room...
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Spring Break
Winter Break Programs!
Magic Beyond Imagination!
Tuesday, February 16 at 7pm
Unforgettable magic & illusions for families with children of all ages. No Registration, all are welcome to participate.
Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum
Outreach Programs: (Grades K-6)
Ice is Nice: Wednesday, February 17 at 3pm
Explore the science of ice! Create art with colored ice & make ice cream
Whales in Winter: Wednesday, February 17 at 4:30pm
Touch real whale bones, try a blubber experiment, see an Inuit snow knife
carved from walrus tusk, & make your own wintry whale snowglobe.
Please note that you may only sign up for one of the above sessions.
Family Movie at the Library
Thursday, February 18 at 2pm (Movie to be announced)
Babies & Toddlers
PlayHooray Kids
Families with children age 6mo. -Pre-Schl
Stories, rhymes, music, movement & loads of fun.
Fridays, January 8, February 5
& April 15 at 10:30am
and March 4 at 11:30am.
No Registration.
Kids in Motion with Lee Knight
Imagine That! Go Green Animal Sculptures
Tuesday, April 26 at 1pm (Grades K – 3)
Construct your own animal out of cardboard without using
glue! Decorate it with recycled ribbon, buttons, wires, beads,
trinkets, jewelry, and more.
Imagine That! Pop Art Soft Sculptures
Tuesday, April 26 at 2:30pm (Grades 4 – 6)
Turn your favorite foods into Pop Art soft sculptures. Make a pizza
pillow, candy cushion, a giant donut you can hug, and more!
Live Animals
with Green Meadows Farm
Wednesday, April 27 at 4pm
For families with children of all ages. No Registration.
Kindergarten to 6th Grade
Eating Healthy Can Be Fun!
(Gr. 4-6) Intro to Vegetarianism
An introduction to an alternate way of eating
and cooking; hands-on participation and lots
of fun! Saturdays, January 9,
February 6 & March 12 at 1pm
The Baking Coach
Chocolate Cereal Pine Cone Treats
(Gr. K-6)
Wednesday, January 13 at 5pm
Crochet Club (Gr. 4-6)
Learn basic stitches & a small project.
Mondays, January 25,
February 1, 8, 22, 29, March 7 at 7pm
Registration begins January 11 & is limited to 15
Sign Language (Gr. 4-6)
Learn the basics of this beautiful language and
have fun at the same time.
Wednesdays, January 20, 27,
February 3, 10, 24,
March 2, 9, 16 at 6pm
Registration begins January 6 & is limited to 15
Mondays, February 8 & March 14,
Wednesdays, January 13 & April 13
at 10:30am No Registration
Marshmallow Igloo (Gr. K-6)
Thursday, February 25 at 5pm
Mint Buttercream Chocolate Cake in
a Jar (Gr. K-6)
Wednesday, March 9 at 5pm
Saturdays, January 30, February 27,
March 19 and April 23 at 11am
Family Pre-School Hour
Chocolatey Good Dirt Cups (Gr. K-6)
Wednesday, April 20 at 4:30pm
Beading Workshops
Families with children age 6mo. - Pre-Schl
Music, movement, songs, rhymes and games.
with Donna Green of A Time for Kids, Inc.
Families with children age 18mo-Pre-Schl
One hour of singing, dancing, storytelling & a craft.
Mondays, January 11 and March 21
at 10:15am, 11:30am or 7pm
Special 3-week sessions:
Mondays, February 22, 29, March 7
& April 4, 11, 18 at 10:15am or 11:30am.
Special evening sessions (7pm)
Tuesday, February 2 & Wed., April 20
Registration begins two weeks
before each program date
Jump Bunch
Families with children age 2 ½ - Pre-Schl
Lots of Sports fun for little ones.
Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 16 at 11am
Teddy Bear Tea Party (Gr. K-3)
Wednesday, April 20 at 6pm
If you are signing up for the Tea Party, you may
not sign up for the Chocolatey Dirt Cups
LEGO Club
(Gr. 4-6)
No Registration
with Miss Natalie
Saturdays, February 13 & April 16 at
2pm
Fitness and Fun
with Miss Lisa (Gr. K-6)
6 week program.
Mondays, February 1, 8, 22, 29,
March 7, 14 at 5pm No Registration
Winter & Spring Storytimes Proof of age required.
Play Pals
(families with little ones age 18 mo. – 29 mo)
Unstructured play followed by a short storytime.
Session I: Tuesdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9 at 10:30am
(Child’s birthday must fall between July 20, 2012 and July 5, 2013)
Session II: Tuesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12 at 10:30am
(Child’s birthday must fall between Oct. 1, 2013 and Sept.14, 2014)
Tiny Tots (families with children age 2 ½ through 3 ½)
Stories, rhymes, songs and a craft
Session I: Thursdays, January 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11 at 11am
(Child’s birthday must fall between July 7, 2011 and July 19, 2012)
Session II: Thursdays, March 10, 17, 31, April 7, 14, 21 at 11am
(Child’s birthday must fall between Sept. 10, 2012 and Sept. 30, 2013)
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Pre-School Storytime (Children age 3 ½ - 5... able to separate)
Stories, rhymes, songs and a craft.
Session I: Tuesdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9 at 1:30pm
(Child’s birthday must fall between January 7, 2010 and July 6, 2011)
Session II: Tuesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5, 12 at 1:30pm
(Child’s birthday must fall between March 8, 2011 and September 9, 2012)
Upcoming Adult Programs....
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January
February... is Black History Month
with Constance Hallinan Lagan
Black Singers of Popular Music
Start the New Year with a New Attitude
Friday, January 8 at 12:30pm
This seminar opens the window of optimistic
thinking for those who have yet to experience
the joy of a life lived positively and encourages
those already actively attempting to “stamp out”
negativity to continue the quest.
with Mel Haber
Friday, February 5 at 12:30pm
Join us for a tribute to the many Afro-American singers who have
contributed much to popular music. We will highlight some of the
finest singers from the 1920’s to present, such as, Ethel Waters,
Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong and so many more!
Protect Yourself Against Fraud Schemes
Afro-American Seamen in the
19th Century Whaling Industry
“You’ve won a free prize...” Learn how to protect yourself and
know the difference.
This is an Information Sharing workshop.
Friday, February 26 at 12:30pm
with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service
Friday, January 22 at 12:30pm
We Hold These Truths:
Moorish American’s look into the Doctrines
of Dr Martin Luther King
with Napoleon Revels-Bey
Sunday, January 17 at 2pm
Moorish American,Napoleon Revels-Bey,will discuss
nationality, citizenship and American freedom from
1774 to present. Through artist responses to the powerful issues of
slavery, the abolition movement,and emancipation.
April
Saving Time... Saving Money
with Dr. Regina T. Gilbert
with Mickey Maxwell Cohen
Join us for a historical journey with well known African-American
heroes of the whaling industry and their life and work. Examples of
whaling artifacts will also be displayed
March...is Women’s History Month
Legendary Women of Long Island
with Monica Randall
Wednesday, March 2 at 1pm
Join us for an entertaining program on the many colorful social
icons of Long Island’s Gold Coast. Listen to the stories of their
lives, loves and scandals.
Judy... Beyond
the Rainbow
with Jack Schnur
Friday, March 11 at 12:30pm
Friday, April 1 at 12:30pm
This is a jam packed informational program to help you save
time and money. Learn how to avoid long lines at the airport, see
Broadway shows, travel bargains, Gas bargains, Senior discounts
and so much more!
This program will cover the life and career of Judy
Garland from her beginning in Vaudeville with her 2
sisters to her role in the Wizard of Oz & her many films
& musicals. Experience recollections by Judy herself,
Mickey Rooney, some of her costars & her daughters Liza and Lorna.
The Comedy of Aging
Madam Justice
with Ira Epstein
Wednesday, April 6 at 1pm
This lecture examines the aging process through comedy routines of
our most beloved comedians and through humorous songs. As author
Michael Pritchard remarked, “You don’t stop laughing when you grow
old. You grow old when you stop laughing!”
The RMS Titanic... Her Final Days
with Eco-Photo Explorers
Friday, April 8 at 12:30pm
The Women of the Supreme Court
with James Coll
Wednesday, March 16 at 1pm
Discuss the lives and continung legacy of the women
who serve the U.S. Supreme Court.
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis
with Marilyn Carninio
Join Eco-Photo Explorers as they recall the tragic
Friday, March 18 at 12:30pm
history of the RMS Titanic and the exciting search This presentation takes us beyond the familiar narrative
for her remains. The show will feature discussions of Jackie’s life. As told through over 100 photographs,
on the technology used to find the wreck and will
many rarely seen, this presentation covers Jackie’s
examine the current controversy over the recovery
life. Come to know the private side of the intelligent & inspriring
of artifacts from this site.
woman who was Jackie O.
The Golden Age of Rock and Roll:
The Ed Sullivan Years
with Keith Crocker
Friday, April 29 at 12:30pm
Take a trip down memory lane and visit the golden age
of Rock & Roll as it was captured by the Ed Sullivan
Show. Hear the history of Ed Sullivan and watch clips
of some of the biggest stars of the Rock era.
Great Modern Female Vocalists
with Richard Knox
Wednesday, March 23 at 1pm
Watch & listen to such talented performers as Barbra Streisand,
Kelli O’Hara, Rebecca Luker, Idina Menzel, Linda Eder & Patti
LuPone as they sing many of the memorable numbers from the
“Great American Songbook.”