fAKE VETTER, PHOTOS - North Merrick Library

May 2015
Volume 17, lssue 5
NORTH
A look ahead
Tuesday, May 5
Preschool Fun with Mother's
Day Balloons Craft
Wednesday, May 6
- Grades 1-6
Mosaic Gift Box
Friday, May 8
Film Classic: Empire of the Sun
Monday, May
11
JUST lN TIME f0R, SUMMER: Learnto
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Tai Chi
The North Merrick Library is offering a two-session
photography program designed to help you master
the tricks of taking better pictures...
Tuesday, May 12
Dirt Cake
-
Grades K-4
Wednesday, May 13
Jump for Joy - Babies
and Toddlers
Making Memories: Top
Techniques for Better
Photographs
Thursday, May 14
Bill Rudock and Gen Benjamin of
First Light Photography will give one of
their most popular presentations, great
for all levels of photographers and any
camera: point and shoot, digital, iPhone,
etc. You'll learn 15 simple techniques that
will immediately improve your photographs.
Photography: Making Memories
Friday, May 15
Book Discussion:
Tenth of December
Sunday, May 17
Concert: Happy 100th
Anniversary Frank Sinatra
Monday, May 18
Tai Chi
Craft: Hand Painted Tray
Tuesday, May 19th
Playhooray Babies and Kids
Wednesday, May 20
Film Black or White
Tuesday, May 26
Tots' Night Out with
Rocketship Craft
Wednesday, May 27
Current Events
Thursday, May 28
Photography: lntroduction to
DigitalCameras
Friday, May 29th
Senator Venditto and County
Executive Mangano's
Free Kid Pix Photo lD Program
Saturday, May 30
Defensive Driving
Bill has earned his Master's & Craftsman degrees from Professional Photographers of America. His images have won many awards of excellence and have been displayed
at Epcot exhibits in Disney World. Gen is past president of Suffolk Professional Photographers.
She has won the President's award twice. Her images can be seen in many publications.
Date: Thursday, May 14. Time: 7:30 p.m.
lntroduction to the Digital Gamera
For those new to digital cameras, the highlights of this session include how to purchase the
camera right for you, ten things you must know about your camera and common problems &
their solutions.
Date: Thursday, May 28. Time: 7:30 p.m.
Tech Tip: 0uick Trick
for Private Drowsing (0oing Incognito)
Do you want a simple way to activate private browsing for personal security on your
browser (e.9., Chrome, Explorer, Firefox) using a shoricut?
A browser set to private prevents the use of cookies and history. There are many reasons
to use private browsing - for example, limiting the extent to which others (e.9., shared
computer users, big data companies) can track your lnternet browsing activities. The
following instructions explain how to launch a new window in private browsing mode for
three common browsers. Chrome users, simultaneously press down and release CTRL,
Shift, and "N"; Explorer and Firefox users, simultaneously press down and release CTRL,
Shift and "P."
There is no built-in shortcut for private browsing using a Mac and Safari. However, Mac
and Safari users can create a private browsing shortcut themselves. Visit the library reference desk for more details.
Children's Room
MAY I{APPENINGS
We will accept phone registration 30 minutes after signups
begin, space permitting. Call 516-378-7474 ext. 13.
YA
young adult sGGti0n
TeenYogawith?eace,
Love andYoga
Enjoy an hour of music, games, stories and a craft. REGISTRATION began: Tuesday,
April 28, '10 a.m. (up to 25 children). With A Time for Kids.
Experience the benefits of yoga through
mind, body and spirit. Bring a yoga
mat. PLUS, all teens who commit to
participating in the Teens and Tots Yoga
session will receive community service
credits! Registration is now taking place
for students in grades 7 and up! All are
welcome!
MOSAIC GIFT BOX FOR MOTHER,S DAY
Time:7:00 p.m.
*MOTHER,S DAY sPgcTAI.s*
PRESCI{OOL FUN WITI{ MOTI{ER,S DAY BALLOONS CRAFT
Ages 18 months to3lzyears old with adult. Date: Tuesday, May 5, 10:30-1'l :30 a.m.
Dates: Tuesday, May 5th and May 19.
Grades 1-6, Date: Wednesday, May 6, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Enjoy painting a jewelry box with glitter and Mod Podge and creating your own mosaic
design to put on the cover of the box. A perfect gift for holding small treasures for that
special loved one for Mother's Dayl REGISTRATION began: Wednesday, April 29,
7 p.m. (up to 20 children). With Doris Benter.
DIRT CAKE WITH THE BAKING COACH
Grades K-4. Date: Tuesday, May 12,7:00-8:00 p.m.
Dirt never tasted this good! With pudding, cookie crumbs, marshmallows, gummy worms
and fondant flowers. REGISTRATION begins: Tuesday, May 5, 7:00 p.m. (up to 24 children).
b rick b ud di e s: LEG O Club
Teens and Tweens build up your community service at our LEGO club. Assist
the younger kids with iheir building
project, work on displays and help set
up and break down. Grades 5 and up.
Date: Thursday,May 14.
Time:3:30 p.m.
lce Cream Cone
JUMP FOR JOY
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Babies -Ages 3 months - 14 months with adult. Toddlers -Ages 15 months -3V,years
with adult. Date: Wednesday, May 13 - Babies 10:30-'11 :00 a.m. Toddlers 11:15-12:15 p.m.
Join Joyce Oddo for a fun morning of interactive movement which includes music, props,
instruments and puppets. REGISTRATION begins: Wednesday, May 6 10:00 a.m. (up to
25 children).
These scrumptious cones come with
PLAYI{OORAY BABIES
Ages 3 months
- 23 months with adult. Date: Tuesday, May 19, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
A lively introduction to nursery rhymes, books, movement and music. REGISTRATION
begins: Tuesday, May 12,'10:00 a.m. (up to 20 children).
Ages 2 - 3 /, years old with adult. Date: Tuesday, May 19, 11 :30-12:'t5 p.m.
Stories, music, puppets, dancing and more! REGISTRATION begins: Tuesday, May 12,
10:00 a.m. (up to 25 children).
TOTS, NI6HT OUT WITTI ROCKETSHIP CRAFT
Ages 18 months to 5 years old with adult. Date: Tuesday, May 26, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour of interactive family evening fun including music, stories, games and a
craft. REGISTRATION begins: Tuesday, May 19, 7:00 p.m (up to 25 children).
SENATOR MICI{AEL VENDITTO AND COUNTY EXECUTIVE ED
MANGANO,S FREE KID PIX PI{OTO I.D. PROGRAM
Date: Friday, May 29 1:30-4:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED
*COMTNG IN JUNE*
A
decorating and of course sampling
them! Preregistration is required and is
now taking place for grades 5 and up.
Date: Monday, May 11.
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
M utb - i - gr e e e : C o mmu niluy
PLAYHOORAY KIDS
EVERY HERO HAS
a candy-center surprise and are sure
to be a big hit at your next party or
celebration. Have fun constructing,
STORY
Our 2015 Summer Reading Club for North Merrick children going into Kindergarten
through 6th grade in September. Discover all types of heroes this summer!
REGISTRATION begins: Monday, June 15 at 3:30 p.m. BAM! POW! - TO THE LIBRARY
AND BEYOND!
Service?roject
This month's Mutt-i-grees project is
for the birds. Literally! For four weeks
beginning around May 17 the library will
be host to two chicks and 7 fertile eggs.
Participants will watch the chicks grow
for 21 days inside the egg and 7 days
outside while observing the two older
chicks grow from 7 days to 5 weeks old.
Throughout the month volunteers will be
needed to help feed the chicks, clean
the cages and give brief information and
demonstrations to other patrons. There
will also be a live feed of our project
available on our website. Teens and
Tweens in grades 5 and up are invited
to participate in this egg-citing community service project.
Tai Chi
It's $howtimg...
The ancient discipline of Tai Chi combines agile steps,
joint-safe exercise and mental strength to improve
mobility, breathing and relaxation. Tai Chi also helps to
reduce pain and stiffness, improve concentration and
memory, increase balance and flexibility as well as
enhance muscle strength.
A FILM GLASSIC
Registration began in April. However, please check as
there may be spaces available.
Beginning in May, the
library will be showing a
monthly classic film. The
choice this month is Steven Spielberg's Empire of
the Sun.
Helene Just will facilitate this program.
The movie is based on the
Dates: Mondays, May 11, 18, June 1 and 8.
Time: 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
true story of a boy living in
Shanghai, whose privileged
life is turned upside down
by the Japanese invasion
in 1941. Separated from his
parents in the confusion, he
struggles to survive. His attempt to reconstruct his life
is an inspirational journey of hope, spirit and dignity.
The film stars Christian Bale, John Malkovich and
Miranda Richardson. PG 153 minutes
Tenth
0ook Discussion
Tenth of December by George Saunders
Named one of the "Ten Best Books" of 2013 by The
New York Times Book Review, Tenth of December
by George Saunders is a collection of short stories
you won't soon forget. Brilliantly funny and ruthlessly
insightful about contemporary America - its anxieties,
antagonisms, and hypocrisies - these stories show us
a world very much like the one in which we live. Saunders seasons his tales of
suburban American life with just the slightest touch of absurdism, inviting us to
recognize in the alienated Iives of his characters intriguing traces of ourselves.
Refreshments will be served, compliments of The Friends. Copies of the book
are available at the Circulation Desk. Peter West will moderate.
Date: Friday, May 15. Time: 1:30 p.m.
Defensive Driving
Registration begins Friday, May 8th for this driving course open to all ages!
Upon completion you will be eligible for an immediate 10% discount on your
collision and auto liability premiums including property damage, bodily injury
and personal injury protection.
You will also be eligible (if violations were incurred during the 18-month period
prior to completing the course) for up to a 4-point reduction on your New York
State DMV driving record. This point reduction could help you avoid license
suspension.
A check for $28.00, payable to Empire Safety Council, is due at time of registration, which begins Friday, May 8.
Date: Saturday, May 30. Time: 10:30am - 4:30 p.m.
fiay
Learn to hand paint a beautiful wooden
tray with fruit and more. You will learn
step by step, so even if you never
painted before, you will be able to paint
this beautiful tray. Makes a great gift
or you can use it in your own home.
Bring a friend, have lots of fun and go
home with a tray! Once lrene Marchese
teaches you this technique, you'll be
able to duplicate your creation over and over again, creating personalized gifts
for friends and family. Registration begins Friday, May 1st, and is limited. A materials fee of $15.00, check only, payable to l. Marchese is due at registration.
See sample in showcase.
Date: Monday, May 18. Time: *7:00 p.m.
Film Fesliual: Black or White
Based on a real life event,
the film relates the story of
a custody battle between
grandfather (Kevin Costner)
and grandmother (Octavia
Spencer) for the right to raise
their granddaughter. The little
girl is torn between the two
families, both of whom love
her dearly and have the best
of intentions. ln the "battle"
both sides have to confront
their feelings about identity
and race, and their two different worlds.
Date: Wednesday, May 20. Times: 1:30 and 7 p.m.
Current Events
CRAtt lland painted
wooden
Date: Friday, May 8
Time: 1 p.m.
*Note time.
Join us for an informal exchange of ideas about some
of the interesting, surprising and complicated things that
are happening in our world. Share a nosh and some
good conversation as we wrap up our spring discussions. Remember to watch and listen for "Good News"
as well as controversial issues you can bring to the
attention of the group.
Date: Wednesday, May 27. Time: 1:30 p.m.
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Mother's Day
Sunday, May 10
Memorial Day
Monday, May 25
Voard Meeting
0l'Brown
Eyes
- Jerry Cardone
A Tribute to 0l' Blue Eyes
Jerry Cardone celebrates the work and the life of
Frank Sinatra, the man who has captivated us for
decades like no other singer. His masterful tribute
to Ol' Blue Eyes has endeared him to a multitude
of fans everywhere.
Jerry's love of singing started at an early age
leading up to his becoming a lead vocalist in the
big band Sfardusfers. He has received high acclaim for his appearances at Madison Square Garden, Lincoln Center, the Waldorf Astoria, thePlaza,
Tavern on the Green and the Russian Tea Room.
All are invited to attend.
Among the old standards you'll enjoy are My
Way; New York, New York; l've GotYou Under My
Skin; The Lady is a Tramp; That's Life; Summer
Wind and many more.
Friends Meeting
Celebrating the '100th Anniversary of Frank Sinatra, Jerry's quest is to keep the beautiful
music of Ol' Blue Eyes alive. A marvelous treat awaits you as your heari is filled with song.
Tuesday, May 19, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m,
All are invited to attend.
Eoard of Irustees
William A Pezzulo,
President
Marion H. Schurade,
Vice President
Mark Davis
Barbara Behrens
Richard C. Smith
Thomas Witt, Director
Need info? Call the library at
516-378 -7474
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Date: Sunday, May 17. Time: 2 p.m.
lntermediale Mah Jongg
lnstructor Jacqui Palatnik will be teaching
an lntermediate three-session Mah Jongg
program. Join her to sharpen your skills,
and learn the necessary strategy to bring
your game to the next level.
You will need the new 2015 Mah Jongg
card which can be gotten at your local
card store or by going on line to
www. national ma
hj on g g I ea g u e.
org
Resident registration (LIMITED) begins
Monday, May 18. Non-residents may
register,space permitting, Friday, May 22.
Dates: Tuesdays, June 9,16 and23.
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.