defensive driving - Elmont Memorial Library
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defensive driving - Elmont Memorial Library
Visit us on the web at www.elmontlibrary.org 700 Hempstead Tpke. Elmont, NY 11003 516.354.5280 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID ELMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY September -December 2016 ELMONT MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Livingstone Young, President Gina Burnett, Vice President Ellice Bekier Monique Hardial Patrick Nicolosi Mimi Pierre-Johnson Tammie Williams DEFENSIVE DRIVING Tax Forums EMPIRE DRIVERS SAFETY Wednesday, September 14 at 1pm AND Wednesday, October 5 at 7pm Receive 10% off Collision and Auto Liability/PIP Rates Monday, Sept. 19 AND Tuesday, Sept. 20 6pm to 9pm (must attend BOTH classes) Saturday, November 26 from 10am - 4pm ($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 from 10:30am to 5pm September 28, November 2 & December 28 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) Free Health Screenings St. Francis Outreach Bus Friday, December 2 from 10am to 2pm Includes a brief cardiac history, blood pressure and a simple blood test for cholesterol and diabetes for adults 18 and older. We also provide patient education and referrals. No registration or appointment is required. with Donald X. Clavin Property Tax Exemptions • Payment Options Dates, Times and Locations to Pay Taxes Payment Reminders • Grievance Process for more information TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD Services MOBILE TAX VAN Thursday, November 3 from 11:30 am until 1:30pm Visit TOH.li or call 516-812-3100 for more information. NEWSLETTER 2016 September October November December 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 In honor of our 10 year Anniversary we proudly invite you to the unveiling of our World Trade Center Memorial Steel Beam A 15 Year Tribute of Remembrance & Honor to those who have given their lives for America since September 11, 2001 Sunday, September 11, 2016 at 11am New in th e Chi ldr en ’s Room Our new Citizenship/New Americans Collection provides materials and information on citizenship and other immigration related topics. Located by our Reference Desk. Our new interactive Early Literacy iPad station is loaded with fun and educational games. We gave our Children’s Castle a little love with new paint, new carpeting, new seating. Now our young patrons and their parents can enjoy some upgraded royal playtime. Library Hours... Mon. Tues. Thurs.: Wednesday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday: Inside this Issue 9:30am - 8:45pm 10:00am - 8:45pm 9:30am - 5:45pm 9:30am - 4:45pm 12:00pm - 4:45pm New Online Language Learning Platform Pronunciator offers instruction for 80 languages and 4,000 available courses of different lengths and difficulties. It includes ESL curriculum for 50 non-English languages, as well as citizenship prep. Pronunciator’s free mobile app lets you take your lessons with you. It also features thousands of downloadable audio lessons and phrase books, so you can access the tools you need - even while you are offline. To begin you will need a valid Elmont Library card and an e-mail account. Page Theatre Programs............................................................... 2 Adult Programs ......................................................3, 4 & 7 Book Discussions............................................................... 4 Teen Corner........................................................................ 5 Children’s Programs........................................................... 6 Community Outreach..................................... Back Cover Defensive Driving............................................ Back Cover As we move forward from a sunny Summer into the beauty of Autumn, and on to the hustle of the holidays, the Elmont Memorial Library hopes to bring fulfillment to your lives. Take time to enjoy your Library. Take time to READ. Enjoy a Movie, Learn something NEW. Exercise your MIND, Exercise Your Body. “There is more treasure in books than in all the pirate’s loot on Treasure Island.” -Walt Disney Page 2 LIVE in the Library Theatre!!! FREE and open to the public Latin Collection with Cecilia Tenconi Friday, September 23 at 12:30pm This Multi-instrumentalist & Vocalist originally from Buenos Aires will take you on a non-stop, joyful and entertaining dynamic journey of different genres of Latin music. The Songs of America featuring City Sounds Music Ensemble with Jerome “City” Smith Sunday, September 25 at 2pm This program highlights the diversity and good feelings of true American musicians, from Ray Charles to Michael Jackson to Harry Belafonte. The Music of Motown with Cody Childs and The Ladies of Soul Saturday, October 22 at 2pm Go back to the days of Motown & enjoy the classics along with some historical notes on the origins of the Motown company & biographical notes on many of its legendary artists & songwriters. Sing along to the great hits such as “My Girl,” “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg,” “My Guy,” “Just My Imagination,” “Jimmy Mack,” “Sugar Pie Honeybunch, “ and so many more! PAZAZZ with Bobbie Ruth and Rick Meier Friday, November 18 at 12:30pm Take a musical trip & enjoy a fresh new sound performing most genres from Rock & Roll, Swing, Jazz & the American Songbook. Performed will be well-known duets from Louis Prima & Keely Smith to Sonny & Cher as well as renditions of solo renditions of your favorite songs! FREEPORT COMMUNITY BAND Sunday, November 20 at 2pm Join the Freeport Community 30-Piece Band & the Elmont American Legion Post 1033 Color guard at this musical tribute to our military branches. Enjoy marches and period love songs that brought hope to those stressful times. Holiday Mix with Naomi Zeitlin Sunday, December 18 at 2pm Join us for a festive performance of the holiday songs you know and love as well as a mix of many other songs. This program is full of surprises! The Allegro Singers Present Viva Verdi ! Saturday, September 24 at 2pm Beloved arias & duets from famous operas by the great Italian composer Giuseppe Verde Aida, II Trovatore, Macbeth, La Forza del Destino and many others! Featuring INNA LEYTUSH on piano. Because of You... A Tribute to Tony Bennett with Stan Edwards Friday, October 21 at 12:30pm In Celebration of his 90th birthday and his over 70 years in show business. Hear the songs that made him a true American legend, from “Just in Time,” “Rags to Riches,” “Stranger in Paradise,” “Because of You,” and many more. SOUL OF THE CENTURY Personal Tribute to Ray Charles with Vinny St. Marten Sunday, October 23 at 2pm This is Vinny’s musical autobiography. Each song chronicles his struggles & how the gift of blindness & his passion for music saved his life He developed a passion for the music of Ray Charles, before he realized he was also blind, making him his musical hero. His dynamic singing, natural comedic style, & playful sense of humor, makes this performance one not to miss. An Afternoon of Great Music with Neil Stuart and the Empire State Saturday, November 19 at 2pm Join us for an all-star collaboration of music from the 60’s to the 90’s. Enjoy the music of the late, great Johnny Maestro as well as the Righteous Brothers, Ike & Tina Turner, Jackie Wilson, The Four Seasons, Spencer Davis Group & Dion, just to name a few. A HOLIDAY Show with Ann Fisher & the Songbook Ensemble Friday, December 16 at 12:30pm Get into the spirit of the holidays and enjoy a wonderful afternoon of your holiday favorites brought to you by this very talented group. Swingin’ for the Holidays with the Something Special Big Band Saturday, December 17 at 2pm Under the direction of Phillip Costa, this is one of the finest nostalgia/jazz-swing bands in the New York area. Featuring vocals by Barbara Fairfax. 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!!! Page 7 Technology for Adults TECH TIME with Todd Schlitt Computer Classes 15-minute sessions to answer any of your technical questions. APPOINTMENTS ONLY (Elmont Library Cardholders) Registration begins two weeks before each session SATURDAYS from 10am to 11:30am September 17 • October 15 November 19 • December 10 TECH TIME Workshops with Todd Schlitt Registration begins 2 weeks before each session for Elmont Library cardholders & one week before for non-cardholders at 7pm Twitter Basics............................... Thursday, September 8 Google: More than Just a Search Engine ....................................................... Wednesday, October 12 Facebook Basics......................... Wednesday, November 9 iPhone Camera...........................Wednesday, December 7 with Sharper Training Solutions Online or In-person registration is required beginning TWO weeks before each class Computer Kindergarten Saturday, September 17 (TWO classes) from 10am to 12pm AND 1pm to 3pm Computer 1st Grade Saturday, October 8 from 10am to 12pm Shopping, Safety and Security Online Saturday, November 12 from 10am to 12pm Introduction to eBay Saturday, December 10 from 10am to 12pm Special Interest Adult Programs Putting Your Garden to Bed with the Cornell Cooperative Extension Wednesday, September 7 at 1pm This course will discuss what to do in the garden to get ready for the winter. Topics include, perennials, lawn care, bulbs, vegetable gardens, soil pH testing and composting. THRIVING IN THE 21st CENTURY WORKPLACE Presented by Debbi Honorof, Senior Director Hofstra University Continuing Education Tuesday, September 13 from 6:30pm to 8pm In-person or online registration begins August 30 for Elmont Library cardholders and September 6 for non-cardholders Do you have the right skills to thrive in the 21st Century workplace? Attend this engaging and eye-opening presentation and learn how to make sure your skill set is up to date, relevant and marketable. Planning for a Loved One with Special Needs Kim N. Christian, Esq., Russo Law Group, P.C. Thursday, November 10 at 7pm Planning for a loved one with special needs can be a daunting task. Learn how to make a plan that is sufficiently flexible to account for the unknown, but sufficiently tailored to meet the needs of your loved one now and in the foreseeable future. Learn a few tips to keep in mind when planning for your loved one with special needs. HOME BUYERS KNOWLEDGE SEMINAR with Michael Bersin Saturday, December 3 at 11am Understand the steps involved in purchasing a home which could result in saving significant amounts of money. Find out if buying a home is right for you now. Sign Language for Adults with Celeste Sassine In-person or online registration begins August 27 for Elmont Library cardholders only Saturdays at 11am September 10, 17 & 24, October 1, 15, 22 & 29 and November 5 This exciting introductory course is designed for beginners who want to learn Sign Language. NEW BEGINNINGS For Singles 50+ with Marla Matthews Host & Executive Producer of “The Relationship Journey” Wednesday, September 28 at 6:30pm Discussion, social and support group for divorced, widowed, and all single adults 50 and above, who would like a new beginning! Make new friends, network and learn new skills for re-inventing yourself with inspiration and hope for the future. No registration required. Winter Paint Party with Celicia Cargill of Authentic HeARTwork Wednesday, November 30 at 1pm In-person or online registration for Elmont cardholders begins November 16 All materials will be provided to create your own one-of-a-kind Winter masterpiece. Bring your positive vibes and ready to enjoy some art therapy. Check out our website at www.elmontlibrary.org Page 4 Adult Health & Nutrition Nutrition Workshops with Jane Prokopowicz, MS, MBA, RD, CDE, CDN No registration necessary Wednesdays at 11:30am Alkaline & Acidic Foods..................Wednesday, September 14 Food Allergies...................................... Wednesday, October 12 Power of Antioxidants........................ Wednesday, November 9 Heart Healthy Controversy............... Wednesday, December 14 Diabetes Workshops with Jane Prokopowicz, MS, MBA, RD, CDE, CDN No registration necessary Tuesdays at 7pm The Highs & Low of Diabetes..............Tuesday, September 27 Glycemic Load Foods................................. Tuesday, October 4 Glycemic Friendly Herbs & Spices....... Tuesday, November 15 Heart Healthy Controversy.................... Tuesday, December 20 Cornell Cooperative Extension presents: Vitamins in our Food Thursday, September 22 at 11:30am Yummies with the Baking Coach In-person or online registration for Elmont Library cardholders begins two weeks before each class (Limited space) Wednesdays Apple Brownies....................... September 21 at 1pm White Chocolate Dessert Cups with Chocolate Marscarpone Cheese Filling....... October 19 at 1pm Everything but the Turkey ...........................................November 16 at 12:30pm Mini Gingerbread Houses......December 7 at 12pm The Living Healthy Workshop Adelphi Breast Cancer Program in partnership with Northwell Health 6 week session from 10am to 12pm Tuesdays, Sept. 20 & 27, Oct. 4, 18 &25 and Nov. 1 (no session on October 11) In-person or online registration begins Sept. 6 for Elmont Library cardholders only TAKE CONTROL OF YOUR LIFE! FEEL BETTER! Enhance the Flavor of your Meals WITHOUT Salt! Thursday, November 17 at 11:30am This workshop is a 6 week health education program for people with any type of health problems. The purpose is to teach you how to manage your health and maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Flu Clinic for Seniors BREAST CANCER INFORMATION CENTER with Rite-Aid Pharmacy (Elmont) Friday, October 14 from 10am to 12pm In-person or online registration begins September 30 Registration for non-cardholders begins October 7 Vaccination is covered under Medicare Part B FALL PREVENTION with Susan Hannon, Winthrop Hospital Tuesday, December 6 at 11am In-person or online registration begins November 22 for Elmont Library cardholders only This program will outline the basic fall prevention facts, ways to avoid falling, a simple balance assessment that can determine if you are at risk for a fall and a demonstration of easy, effective fall prevention exercises. Questions will be encouraged and addressed! Adelphi Breast Cancer Program Friday, October 21 at 11am in the Elmont Library Theatre Lobby The Adelphi Breast Cancer Program will be here to answer all your questions and provide information on services available to anyone with breast cancer. Medicare Presentations with James P. Short NYS Licensed Healthcare Insurance Broker Thursday, October 27, 2016 at 7pm (In-person or online registration begins October 13) Monday, November 7, 2015 at 1pm (In-person or online registration begins October 24) These informative sessions will provide insight into the various aspects of Medicare including the Basics of Medicare, the Cost Sharing Methods, the different Parts of Medicare as well as the different Coverage choices available. Adult Book Discussions Mondays at 2pm Take out a The Nightingale by Kristen Hannah.............. Sept. 26 with Librarian Pat Dead Wake by Erik Larson...............................Oct. 24 with Librarian Lee TBD.................................................................. Nov. 28 TBD.................................................................. Dec. 26 Visit our Customer Service, Reference or the YA Desk for more info 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. TEEN CORNER Page 5 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] SEPTEMBER BACK TO SCHOOL PEDICURE Thursday, September 1 at 6:30pm TEEN CUISINE: TRAIL MIX ENERGY BITES Tuesday, September 27 at 6:30pm DIY: SPLATTER PAINTED MESSAGE BOARD Wednesday, September 28 at 6:30pm TECH SKILLS: INTRODUCTION TO GarageBand Thursday, September 29 at 6pm OCTOBER Teen Read Week is celebrated at thousands of public & school libraries, classrooms, & bookstores across the country. The 2016 subtheme is a multilingual take on Read for the Fun of it! spot-lights services & resources for & with the 22% of the nation’s youth who speak a language other than English at home. We know you have a huge menu of activities to choose from when deciding how to spend your free time, & reading gets lost in the shuffle. Reading skills get rusty when they are not used. Visit your library for free reading materials, music, movies, video games & more, & Read for the Fun of It! Don’t forget to ask about TEEN FINE FIX at the YA Desk! TEEN CUISINE: CHEWY PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES Tuesday, October 4 at 6:30pm TEEN CUISINE: CHOCOLATE HAUNTED HOUSE Monday, October 24 at 6:30pm TEEN SCREEN at 3pm TITLES TO BE ANNOUNCED Friday, September 2 Monday, October 10 Tuesday, October 11 Wednesday, October 12 Friday, November 25 Tuesday, December 27 Wednesday, December 28 Thursday, December 29 Friday, December 30 COLLEGE BOUND: NOVEMBER College prep series for HS teens & their parents. TECH SKILLS: Register for our FREE college CREATING iOS APPS (3 sessions) preparation series & help us Saturdays, November 5, 12 & 19 at 11am make the “getting in” process easier for you & your parents. FIRSTS: PREP FOR SAT ENGLISH Saturday, October 1 at 1pm- 3pm EVERYTHING YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE COLLEGE ADMISSION & APPLICATION PROCESS Wednesday, October 5 at 6:30pm Series of life skills workshops for teens & new adults. Register for our FREE life preparation series & learn how to navigate your first real-life responsibilities. RENTING YOUR FIRST APARTMENT Tuesday, November 8 at 6:30pm PREP FOR SAT MATH Saturday, October 8 at 1pm-3pm YOUR MONEY Wednesday, November 9 at 6:30pm COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS: HOW TO MAKE THEM WORK FOR YOU Monday, October 17 at 6:30pm BUYING OR LEASING YOUR FIRST CAR Tuesday, November 15 at 6:30pm ACCEPTED! HOW 95% OF STUDENTS GET INTO TOP CHOICE COLLEGES Tuesday, October 18 at 6:30pm COLLEGE ESSAY WRITING Wednesday, October 19 at 6:30pm SAT PRACTICE EXAM Saturday, October 22 at 10am-1pm TEEN CUISINE: APPLE CAKE POPS & APPLE COOKIES Wednesday, November 16 at 6:30pm TECH SKILLS: INTRODUCTION TO CODING Tuesday, November 29 at 6pm DECEMBER HOW TO MAXIMIZE YOUR ELIGIBILITY TEEN CUISINE: FOR COLLEGE FINANCIAL AID UGLY SWEATER COOKIE PARTY Tuesday, October 25 at 6:30pm Tuesday, December 6 at 6:30pm COLLEGE BOUND: BEAT THE HIGH COST OF COLLEGE Wednesday, October 26 at 6:30pm COLLEGE BOUND: SAT RESULTS REVIEW SESSION Thursday, October 27 at 6:30pm TECH SKILLS: INTRO TO MAC iMOVIE (2 sessions) Saturday, December 10 & 17 at 12:30pm DIY: HOLIDAY JEWELRY CHARM BRACELET Tuesday, December 13 at 6:30pm COLLEGE BOUND: PERFORMING ARTS TEEN CUISINE: COLLEGE PREP WORKSHOP GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING Saturday, October 29 at 11am Tuesday, December 20 at 6:30pm TAG ON-GOING TEEN CLUBS Saturdays, September 10, October 1, November 5 & December 3 at 12pm READ AROUND THE WORLD TEEN BOOK CLUB Saturdays Sept. 10, Oct. 1, Nov. 5 & Dec. 3 Help make a difference and let 11am to 12pm (gr. 7, 8 & 9) your voices be heard! Great for 1:30pm - 2:30pm (gr. 10, 11, & 12) community service! The club meets once a month to discuss titles from different countries around the world. Refreshments served. Great for community service! TEEN TIME Fridays 4pm to 5:30pm Sept. 9, 16, 23 & 30 Oct. 7, 14, 21 & 28 Nov. 4 & 18 Dec. 2, 9, 16 & 23 Page 6 Children’s Room www.facebook.com/elmontlibrarychildrens ALL PROGRAMS ARE FOR CHILDREN AS SPECIFIED BY AGE OR GRADE *= Registration is Required. Registration for programs begins TWO weeks before the program’s date unless otherwise noted. You must be an Elmont Library Cardholder to register for these events. Thank you. Fun for Babies & Toddlers *Family Pre-School Hour with A Time for Kids, Inc. Families with children age 18 months - Pre-School Monday, September 26 at 10:15am, 11:30am & 7pm Registration begins September 12 Monday, November 14 at 10:15am, 11:30am & 7pm Registration begins October 31 Special 3-week sessions: Mondays, October 17, 24, & 31 at 10:15am & 11:30am (Special 7pm session on Monday October 17) Registration begins October 3 Mondays, December 5, 12 & 19 at 10:15am & 11:30am (Special 7pm session on December 12) Registration begins November 21 *Parent/Child Workshop *Fall Storytimes Proof of age required. Play Pals (for families with children 18 months – 29 months) Unstructured play followed by a short storytime. Tuesdays, November 1, 15, 22, 29 December 6 & 13 at 10:30am NO SESSION ON NOVEMBER 8 Child’s birthday must fall between June 1, 2014 & May 1, 2015 Registration begins October 18 Tiny Tots (for families with children age 2½ through 3½) Stories, rhymes, songs and a craft. Fridays, September 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21 & 28 at 11am Child’s birthday must fall between March 23, 2013 & March 23, 2014 Registration begins September 9 Pre-School Storytime (for children age 3½ through 5) Stories, rhymes, songs and a craft. Thursdays, October 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10 & 17 at 1pm Child’s birthday must fall between October 13, 2011 & April 13, 2013 Registration begins September 29 Kindergarten to 6th Grade *The Baking Coach For children in grades K-6 Veggie Nachos Tuesday, September 20 at 4:30 Registration begins September 6 (5 week program) For families with children age birth-pre-school Wednesdays at 11am October 19, 26 and November 2, 9 & 16 Registration begins October 5 Thursday. November 17 at 4:30pm Registration begins November 3 Kids in Motion *Cooking classes with Lee Knight Families with children age 6 months – Pre-School Friday, September 16, Thursday, October 20, Monday, November 21, Tuesday, December 20 at 10:30am NO REGISTRATION PlayHooray Kids Warm Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Parfait with Julie Reilly Creep Cakes For children in grades K-6 Thursday, October 27 at 5pm Registration begins October 13 Family Gingerbread Workshops *Elements of Game Design For children in grades 2-5 Saturdays, September 24 to November 26 at 11am Registration begins September 10 *Computer Animation For children in grades 4-6 Wednesday, November 9 at 4:30pm & 5:30pm Registration begins October 26 *Make your own comic book For children in grades 1-3 Wednesday, December 7 at 4:30pm & 5:30pm Registration begins November 23 LEGO Club For families with children age 6 months – Pre-School Wednesday, October 5, Monday, November 7, Thursday, December 8 at 10:30am NO REGISTRATION For families w/ children grades K-6 Tuesday, December 20 at 5pm & 7pm Limit is 15 families at each class Registration begins December 6 For children age 4 - grade 6 Saturdays at 11am September 24, October 22, November 19 & December 17 NO REGISTRATION *Me & My Computer *Knitting Club *Sign Language for Kids For families with children age 2½ - 5 years old Friday, November 4 at 10am-10:20am, 10:30am-10:50, 11am-11:20am & 11:30am-11:50am Registration begins October 21 Limit is 8 children per session For children in grades 4-6 Mondays at 7pm November 7, 14, 21, 28 and December 5 & 12 Registration begins October 24 *Cooking class with Julie Reilly with Ms. Lisa For children in grades K-6 Tuesdays at 4:30pm October 18, 25 and November 1, 15, 22 & 29 NO REGISTRATION For families with children age 2½ - pre-school age Holiday Mommy & Me Tea Party Thursday, December 15 at 11am Registration begins December 1 Limit is 20 children Fitness & Fun For children in grades 4-6 Wednesdays at 6pm September 21 & 28 and October 5,12, 19 & 26 Registration begins September 7 Family Movies Monday, October 10 at 2pm Tuesday, December 27 at 1pm Wednesday, December 28 at 1pm Thursday, December 29 at 1pm For families with children of all ages NO REGISTRATION Adult Programs The Newest Most Critical Current Events with Howard Shurdut Friday, September 9 at 12:30pm Join us for a current events discussion spanning from the 15th anniversary of 9/11 to one of the most controversial elections in history and everything in between. Judy Garland (Part 2) Get Happy with Jack Schnur Friday, September 30 at 12:30pm This program will feature clips from Judy Garlands most famous movies including a rare clip from “Annie Get Your Gun,” from which she was fired. There will be clips from TV shows, duets and interviews. Espresso & Cappuccino: Italian Coffee Culture & Tasting with Elena Florenzano In-person or online registration begins September 21 for Elmont cardholders only Wednesday, October 5 at 12pm Let’s explore these two national drinks over which business is conducted, contracts are signed, meetings are held and friendships are formed or reconciled. The Marx Brothers: Comedy through Music with Ira Epstein Friday, October 14 at 12:30pm Although we often remember their slapstick & sight gags most, the Marx Brothers best-loved films actually made the use of music as a large part comedic style often staged in musical numbers. Through the use of audiovisual clips this lecture will explore their use of music to make us laugh. 2-Part Holiday Series: Thanksgiving: The First American Holiday with Ronald Brown Wednesday, November 9 at 1pm Little did the Pilgrims know that when they invited a group of Native American Indian to join them in a banquet of thanksgiving for making it through the brutal New England winter that they were founding the first American holiday. CHRISMAHANUKWANZAKAH How New York Invented the Holiday Season with Ronald Brown Friday, December 2 at 1pm Join us for the action filled holiday season that stretches from the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to the festive Times Square Ball Drop on New Year’s Eve. Find out how the city of New York merged it all into a global holiday season. It’s a Wonderful Life with Sal St. George Friday, December 9 at 1pm Join film historian Sal St. George as he reveals the intriguing backstory of how this film was made. The Movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” will be shown in the Theatre following this presentation. Page 3 The 2016 Presidential Election....So far. with James Coll Friday, September 16 at 12:30pm In this non-partisan discussion, we will analyze some points of interest that have been raised and others that have been largely ignored to get a sense of the road to the White House in 2016. Eddie & Jean Costello’s Trash or Treasure ANTIQUE ROADSHOW Saturday, October 1 at 2pm Do you have something that is old, unusual, or bizarre? Maybe it has some value... Free Appraisals to the first 40 registered patrons. Online or in-person registration begins September 17 for Elmont Library cardholders only (Non-cardholders may register beginning Sept. 24) Landmarks & Historic Sites of Europe with Ralph Brady Friday, October 7 at 12:30pm Join us on a virtual tour of Europe and the British Isles and visit palaces, castles, famous churches, and the architectural wonders that have delighted travelers for countless years. Ed Wood: Hollywood’s Worst Filmmaker or Misunderstood Genius? with Keith Crocker Wednesday, October 26 at 1pm Explore the life and career of filmmaker & novelist Ed Wood, who has falsely been labeled as the world’s worst movie maker and his so-called “bad” 1950’s movies, such as “Plan 9 from Outer Space” and “Bride of the Monster.” Winfield with Monica Randall Friday, October 28 at 12:30pm Winfield, built by F.W. Woolworth is a haunting evocation of the vanished world of the Gold Coast. Winfield is a bizarre tale, filled with hard scientific facts, suspense, and practical lore. Explore the nature of haunted houses through this unique and original true story. THEY WORK HARD FOR THE MONEY! Art Masterpieces about People at Work with Evelyn Silver, Nassau County Museum of Art Friday, November 4 at 12:30pm Come and see how artists have captured the essence of people at work from the 1600’s to the present. Over 25 major artists will be presented including Hogue, Red Grooms, Hine, Degas and so many more! Recycled Book Art for the Holidays with MaryAnn S. Dawson Monday, December 5 at 1pm In-person or online registration begins November 21 for Elmont Library cardholders only Create this unique and beautiful decoration for the holidays using recycled books. Annual Holiday Dance with Joe Cassano Wednesday, December 14 at 2pm Put on your dancing shoes, have some fun and join us for an afternoon of merriment!