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SUNDAY PROGRAMS
SISTER ACT HPA0179
December 8 at 2:00 pm
The singing sisters will entertain you with a range of music from Aretha Franklin, Judy Garland, Taylor Swift, Madonna and more! Don’t miss this absolutely fabulous show by two very talented women!
CHESS CHALLENGE HPA0169
December 8 at 6:30 pm
Love playing chess or want to learn how to play? Join us each month to hone your skills in a
friendly game of strategy with chess guru Stephen Siegel. Fun for all ages.
THE VENDETTAS ROCK AND ROLL HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR HPA0174
December 15 at 4:00 pm
Permanent Home at Hidden Pond Park
Schematic Design and Site Plan Presentation
Tuesday, December 10, 7:00 pm
The Hauppauge Public Library Board of Trustees invites the
community to come and see the preliminary site design and
schematic drawings for the permanent home in Hidden Pond Park.
These drawings are the result of three community meetings that
set the purpose, goals and conceptual designs in place for the
design team. Since the last community meeting on July 27 the
design team has met three more times in addition to weekly calls
to develop the design. The Board looks forward to your comments,
questions and suggestions on where the design is to date.
Senator Lee Zeldin receives a
plaque and thanks from Matthew
Bollerman, Library Director for
his work on securing more funds
for Suffolk County libraries.
Bring the whole family to celebrate the holidays at this spectacular Rock and Roll concert by the
rockabilly group, The Vendettas.
Great Tenors of Opera with Bill Martin HPA1099
January 6 at 2:00 pm
Join Bill Martin as he returns to discuss the tenor voice. From Caruso to Pavarotti, from Boccelli
to Domingo. What makes them great? Who was the best? Who is your favorite? As always visual and
recorded examples will be included.
SHANIA TWAIN CONCERT BY ROB AND PATTY WALSH HPA0182
January 12 at 2:00 pm
Enjoy country music star Shania Twain’s greatest hits as performed by Rob and Patty. You’ll be
dancing in the aisles.
VALENTINE’S FOOD FOR FINES
Sunday, February 9 - Saturday, February 15, 2013
Help your community with a special community
service initiative for the week of Valentine’s.
Hauppauge Library cardholders who owe fines on
Hauppauge items may donate non-perishable food/
toiletries in exchange for the waiver of fines. Fines
will be waived at the rate of one item per $1.00
owed (excluding replacement fees). All donations
will go to Long Island Cares.
CASTORINA AND ROSE CLASSIC SHOW TUNES CONCERT HPA0183
February 2 at 2:00 pm
Spend Groundhog Day being regaled with the happy tunes of Broadway performed by Castorina
and Rose.
APRÉS VALENTINE’S DAY CONCERT WITH SHERI MILLER HPA0184
February 23 at 2:00pm
Continue celebrating this month of love and joy by hearing Sheri perform heartwarming songs of
romance and happiness.
IRISH MUSIC WITH ED RYAN HPA0006
March 2 at 2:00 pm
Join singer and songwriter Ed Ryan for a concert of Irish melodies and fun.
The Friends thank Connie Hirner and the
ladies of the Yarncrafters for their
lovingly hand crafted items sale that brought
in $510 on November 2. These ladies donated
the money to the Friends to benefit our
Hauppauge Library. Thank you ladies.
From the Friends of the Hauppauge Public Librarary
Dear Friend & Supporter
fund raising events- Granny’s Attic sale YarnCrafters Sale/Bake Sale
Your membership as a Friend of the Hauppauge Public Library has enabled us to
accomplish so much this year…
This year we need your commitment to accomplish even greater things. Please
join or renew your membership today! Our 2014 Membership runs from January
1 to December 31. If you renew or join by December 31 we will enter your
name in a drawing for a $25 Gift Certificate for Branchinelli’s Restaurant.
Lifetime members will be automatically entered in the drawing. Call 979-1600
or [email protected] for information. Membership forms available at the
Circulation Desk.
Summer Concert Series • Concerts from opera to American
Songbook music • Comedy night by Mark Brier • One act plays by
the Township Theatre Group • A writing contest for Hauppauge
students • A photography contest • Five off-site car pool trips • Two
HAUPPAUGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
601 Veterans Memorial Highway, Hauppauge, NY 11788
Phone: 631.979.1600
www.hauppaugelibrary.org
Hours:
Monday to Friday, 9:30 am to 9 pm
Saturday, 9:30 am to 5 pm
Sunday, 1 to 9 pm
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Smithtown, NY
ADULT PROGRAMS
Registration begins for HAUPPAUGE CARD-HOLDERS ONLY at 9:30 am on Saturday, December 7. Registration for OUT-OF-DISTRICT CARD-HOLDERS will begin Monday,
December 16. Out-of-district patrons will be placed directly on a waitlist and invited to programs based on availability.
ADULT WINTER
READING CLUB
Saturday, December 21 to Friday, February 28
Celebrate the first day of winter by registering for our
Winter Reading Club! Register in person to receive your
registration prize. Cozy up and read, then record your
books online at www.hauppaugelibrary.org to receive
one raffle ticket for each book you log. The raffles will be
pulled at our get-together (HPA0016) on Wednesday, March
5 at 7:00 pm.
DECEMBER
SUPER COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE HPA0176
Saturday, December 7 from 10 am to 4 pm
The New York Blood Center mobile unit will be here for you to
drop by and donate blood to “Join the World’s Biggest Huddle.”
Donors are eligible to receive a free t-shirt and wristband, as
well as enter into a raffle for a chance to win 2 tickets to the
Superbowl at MetLife Stadium on February 2, 2014.
ZUMBA ACTIVE HPA0040
Tuesdays: January 7, 14, 21 & 28 at 6:30 pm
Join Amy for this zesty Zumba workout. Wear comfortable clothes
and sneakers, and bring water. A signed exercise waiver must be
on file to register. FOR HAUPPAUGE CARD-HOLDERS ONLY.
VALENTINE BRACELET HPA0155
Tuesday, January 28 at 7:00 pm
Love will be all around as you create this beautiful Valentine
bracelet. It’ll make an exquisite gift.
SPORTS SECTION HPA0173
Wednesday, January 8 at 7:00 pm
Jump into this book group specifically for sports fans and enjoy
a lively discussion about the title: League of Denial: The NFL,
Concussions and the Battle for Truth by Mark Fainaru-Wadu and
Steve Fainaru.
FEBRUARY
CRAFT PINSPIRATION HPA0188
Friday, January 10 at 7:00 pm
Join us for a night of crafting straight from the boards of
Pinterest! Visit our Pinterest page, and “Like” one of the crafts
on our Craft Pinspiration board. We will make the one with the
most votes!
HOLIDAY DESSERT BINGO HPA0152
Monday, December 16 at 7 pm
Come in from the cold and enjoy cocoa and desserts while you
play bingo, and try to win prizes that will warm your heart. FOR
HAUPPAUGE CARD-HOLDERS ONLY.
BOOK ART AT THE ISLIP art MUSEUM HPA0193
Thursday, December 19 at 12:45 pm
Enjoy a trip to the Islip Art Museum, to see their exhibit of
book art: New York Bound: International Bookart Biennial,
curated by Dorothea
Fleiss. Meet at the Islip
Art museum at 12:45
pm for a 1:00 pm tour
with the curator. A list of
local restaurants will be
available for you if you’d
like to extend this remarkable visit by having lunch on your own.
A non-refundable admission fee of $5.00 is payable by check
at the time of registration.
JANUARY
CRAFT PINSPIRATION HPA0188
Friday, February 7 at 7:00 pm
Join us for a night of crafting straight from the boards of
Pinterest! Visit our Pinterest page, and “Like” one of the crafts
on our Craft Pinspiration board. We will make the one with the
most votes!
SIMPLY CREATIVE WINTER HPA0156
Monday, February 10 at 6:30 pm
Chef Rob demonstrates the perfect winter fare, tomato-basil and
rice soup with fresh baked scallion biscuits.
Learn how to create a gorgeous skinny infinity scarf using a
simple finger-knitting technique that may bring back childhood
memories.
CHAIR YOGA HPA0032
Wednesdays: January 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 26 &
March 5 at 4:00 pm
No Class February 19.
Enjoy a healthy light workout in this chair yoga class. Dress
comfortably and bring water. A signed exercise waiver must be
on file to register. FOR HAUPPAUGE CARD-HOLDERS ONLY.
BOOK BUZZ: HOTEL ON THE CORNER OF BITTER AND
SWEET HPA0027
Monday, January 20 at 7:00 pm
Jamie Ford is the author of this incredible title that explores
romance, hope, and forgiveness as it crosses two time periods:
1940’s Japanese-American Internment camps and 1986 Seattle.
COOKBOOK CLUB HPA0105
Friday, January 24 at 7:00 pm
If you enjoy making new dishes and sharing food with friends,
stop by the Adult Reference Desk to pick a recipe from our latest
cookbook. Prepare your recipe at home and bring it to our next
meeting for an evening full of good food and company!
SIMPLY CREATIVE SUPER BOWL HORS D’OEUVRES
SNOWFLAKE BINGO HPA0094
Monday, January 6 at 7:00 pm
You may win some prizes to keep you warm as the snowflakes
begin to fall. Light refreshments will be served. FOR HAUPPAUGE
CARD-HOLDERS ONLY.
LOVE YOUR LIBRARY
BINGO HPA0185
Monday, February 3rd
at 7:00 pm
Enjoy a great game of
bingo with a little treat
from the library. FOR
HAUPPAUGE CARDHOLDERS ONLY.
INFINITY SCARF HPA0187
Monday, January 13 at 7:00 pm
YOUR HEALTH IN NUMBERS HPA0189
Wednesday, December 11 at 10:00 am to 11:30 am
What is your BMI number? Do you have a healthy BP and HR?
What’s the difference between HDL and LDL cholesterol? Join the
senior nursing students from Suffolk County Community College
as they teach you about all of these health-related numbers and
more. This is an informal drop-by session, so you may come for
a little information or a lot.
CITRUS POMANDER HPA0186
Wednesday, December 11
at 7:00 pm
Celebrate winter with the delicious
scents of clove and citrus when you
make a traditional pomander.
AARP TAX-AIDE HPS5039
Mondays, February 3 through April 14 at 10:00 am,
11:00 am, 12:00 pm or 1:00 pm
AARP tax aides provide free income tax assistance for senior
citizens and low income patrons. Bring a photo ID, social
security card or 1099-SSA tax document (for each person on
tax return), and a copy of your 2012 taxes to your appointment.
Come in or call the library to register.
HPA0140
Monday, January 27 at 6:30 pm
Get ready for Super Bowl Sunday 2014! Join Chef Rob Scott as
he demonstrates and provides samples of balsamic barbeque
wings, shrimp sliders with arugula and remoulade, and sweet
sausage with caprice relish.
COFFEE N’ CLASSICS: THE WINTER OF OUR
DISCONTENT HPA0168
Wednesday, February 12 at 7:00 pm
Enjoy a stimulating discussion as Frank Kondrich introduces
you to The Winter of Our Discontent, the last work of fiction
written by John Steinbeck before he was awarded the Nobel
Prize. Light refreshments will be served.
HOW TO OF DOCUMENTATION HPA0190
Monday, February 24 at 7:00 pm
Genealogy specialist Inez is back! Without sources and
documentation your genealogical research is nothing more
than hearsay. Learn how to cite your work so it will be of
value to future generations and discover the how and why
of documentation.
EARLY MARCH
(registration open in winter)
IRISH BINGO HPA0098
Monday, March 3 at 7:00 pm
Attend this Irish Bingo and see if you have the luck of the
leprechauns to help you win some fabulous prizes. FOR
HAUPPAUGE LIBRARY CARD HOLDERS ONLY.
WINTER READING CLUB GET-TOGETHER HPA0016
Wednesday, March 5 at 7:00 pm
Enjoy great company and dessert! You’ll get to find out who the
winners are of the Winter Reading Club Raffles, discuss some of
the best (or worst) books you read and have a fabulous time.
TWENTY SOMETHING PROGRAMS
ACOUSTIC CAFÉ HPA0129
Thursdays: December 12 & February 6 at 7:00 pm and
Sunday, January 19 at 7:00 pm
Enjoy coffee, in a café-like atmosphere, while you wait to
perform your favorite song, either acoustically or a cappella.
Piano available. Open to adults of all ages.
FANTASY BASKETBALL
HPA0191
Wednesday, December 18
at 7:00 pm
Join our fantasy NBA league to
compete with others. Together
we will draft our teams and
compete online throughout the
season to see who wins. With a
Yahoo account, we will create
a league just for us. Free to
join, competition is welcome.
CRAFT PINSPIRATION HPA0188
Friday, January 10 at 7:00 pm
Friday, February 7 at 7:00 pm
Join us for a night of crafting straight from the boards of
Pinterest! Visit our Pinterest page, and “Like” one of the crafts
on our Craft Pinspiration board. We will make the one with the
most votes!
INFINITY SCARF HPA0187
Monday, January 13 at 7:00 pm
Learn how to create a gorgeous skinny infinity scarf using a
simple finger-knitting technique that may bring back childhood
memories.
CAREER SEARCHING 101 HPA0192
Monday, February 17 at 7:00 pm
Searching for a job? Career Searching 101 will provide you with
tips and shortcuts for finding jobs. We will look at different
resources to help recent college graduates perfect their search.
Hauppauge 2 Public Library
BARISTAS & TRIVIA
HPA0171
Tuesday, February
25 at 7:00 pm
Stop by for an
entertaining night of
coffee, sweet treats, and
trivia. From Pumpkin
Spice to Peppermint,
make your own barista
beverage and compete
to be a trivia master.
FICTION TO FILM: DIVERGENT HPA0165
Wednesday, March 12 at 7:00 pm
Participate in a lively discussion of the young adult book
Divergent, by Veronica Roth and receive an AMC movie ticket to
see the movie on your own time. Let us know what you think
of the film on our Facebook page. FOR HAUPPAUGE CARDHOLDERS ONLY.
Children’s Progr ams
Hauppauge cardholders ONLY: In-person, telephone and on-line registration begins at 9:30 am on Saturday, December 7, 2013. Out-of-District cardholders: Registration begins
Monday, December 16, 2013. Out-of-district patrons will be placed directly on a waitlist and invited to programs based on availability.
Please note: We occasionally take pictures in our programs and may post them in our newsletter or on our web-site. In signing up for programs, you agree to let us use any pictures
we take for publicity purposes only. If you don’t want your picture used, please notify a librarian. Thank you.
Please note ages and grades of programs – not all programs are for everyone. Please abide by the age or grade restrictions so that we may provide your child with an
appropriate and enjoyable program. Thank you
Winter Reading Club
Book Buddies HPJ1015
Ages 3 years – Grade 2
Thursdays: January 2 and/or February 20
1:00-1:30pm
Spend some special time with a Book Buddy sharing stories and
some fun.
Family Bingo HPM3016
All ages. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Friday, January 17 and/or Sunday, February 16
7:00-8:00pm
Have some family fun playing Bingo. Everyone goes home a winner!
Celebrate “Take Your Child to the Library Day!”
Katie’s Puppets presents: Mr. Mouse Saves the
Princess HPJ1171
Saturday, February 1
Ages 2 ½-5 years, w/caregiver - 10:30-11:30am
Grades K-5 - 12:00-1:00pm
Book BABIES HPJ1120
Ages 3 months - pre-crawlers w/caregiver
Tuesdays: January 14, 21, 28, February 4
Saturdays: January 18 and/or February 15
10:00-10:30am
Share some simple stories, rhymes, music and knee bounces with
your little one.
Sofia the FirsT HPJ1173
Ages 2 ½ - 5 years w/caregiver
Friday, January 24, 10:30-11:15am
Calling all princes and princesses! Create a variety of royal crafts
based on Disney’s Sofia the First.
Animal Bingo HPJ1032
Ages 2 ½ -5 years, w/caregiver
Wednesday, January 15, 10:30-11:15am
Match the animal pictures on your Bingo board and win a prize!
PlayHooray HPJ1121
Ages 18 months- 5 years w/caregiver
Saturday, January 25, 10:30-11:15am
A fun-filled music and movement program. Join Molly Mouse and
get ready to sing, dance and play with your little one!
Tots Night Out: Magic and Movement Under
the Big Top HPJ1060
Ages 18 months- 5 years w/caregiver
Wednesday, January 29, 6:30-7:30pm
An interactive and educational family program that includes
singing, dancing, stories and a simple craft.
Ages Birth up to Grade 5
Sign up beginning on Saturday, December 21st.
All you have to do is read (or have read to you) a little bit
each day. It’s so easy! Each week you can select a prize from
our treasure chest. The Reading Club runs through Friday,
February 28. Join us for an Ice Cream party on Saturday
March 1st at 3:00pm for anyone who participated in the
reading club.
Hugs & Kisses HPJ1174
Ages 2 ½ - 5 years w/caregiver
Tuesday, February 4, 1:30-2:15pm
You’ll be sure to get hugs and kisses when you create these
Valentine crafts.
Join us for a fun puppet show and then make your own puppet to
take home!
Family Fun Night HPM3032
Families with children ages 3 thru Grade 3
Tuesday, February 18, 6:30-8:00pm
Bring the family and join us for some fun crafts and activities.
Saturday Stories HPJ1029
Ages 2 ½ -5 years, w/caregiver
Saturday, February 8, 10:30-11:15am
Join us for some fun stories, rhymes, music and a craft.
Teddy Bear Tea Party HPJ1019
Ages 2 ½-5 years w/caregiver
Tuesday, February 18, 10:30-11:15am
Winter Craft Festival HPJ1172
All ages.
Thursday, February 20, 2:00-4:00pm
Drop in any time between 2:00 & 4:00 to make a craft. Teens will
be on hand to help.
Winter Wonderland Family Concert HPM3040
Sunday, December 29, 2:00-2:45pm
Ages 4 years up to Grade 5 w/caregiver
Join award-winning singer-songwriter Patricia Shih to
celebrate the beauty and fun of the season. All ages get to
“ice skate” around an imaginary lake, have a fun “snowball
fight,” and sing songs rejoicing winter!
Family Movies
HPM3012
All ages. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Feel free to bring your own snacks if you’d like.
Planes (Disney) (Rated PG)
Thursday, December 26, 2:00-3:35pm
A crop-dusting plane with a fear of heights lives his dream
of competing in a famous around-the-world aerial race. (91
minutes)
The Smurfs 2 (Rated PG)
Friday, January 3, 11:00am-12:45pm
The Smurfs show their love is true blue when Smurfette is
kidnapped to Paris! (105 minutes)
Despicable Me 2 (Rated PG)
Saturday, February 15, 11:00am-12:45pm
Gru is back with more outrageous characters including the
minions and the girls.
(98 minutes)
Babies and
Preschoolers
Celebrate the Season HPJ1173
Ages 2 ½ - 5 years w/caregiver
Thursday, December 19, 10:30-11:15am
Celebrate the joy of the holiday season. Learn about Christmas,
Chanukah and Kwanzaa through stories and art activities.
Play-Dough Playtime HPJ1002
Ages 2 ½ - 5 years, w/caregiver
Saturday, January 4 and/or Wednesday, February 26
10:30-11:15am
Join your child in a creative adventure - exploring the fun of playdough! Roll, cut and shape the play-dough into fun shapes. Dress
to make a mess!
Wee Play HPJ1007
Ages 1 – 4 years w/caregiver
Mondays: January 6, 13, 20, 27 and/or
Fridays: February 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30-11:30am
Make a play-date with your child. Enjoy some playtime, crafts
and songs.
Parachute Fun HPJ1144
Ages 2 ½ –5 years, w/ caregiver
Saturday, January 11, 10:30-11:15 am
Have fun with our parachute - bounce the balls on top, march
around it, play a color game and pretend it’s a floating cloud
above you!
Winter Tales HPJ1165
Ages 2 ½ -5 years, w/caregiver
Friday, January 10, 10:30-11:15am OR 6:30-7:15pm
Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate while listening to some winter
stories.
Hauppauge 3 Public Library
Bring your teddy or any stuffed animal and enjoy some stories
and a tea party together!
Duplo© Building HPJ1020
Ages 2 1/2 - 5 years, w/caregiver
Saturday, March 1, 10:30-11:15am
Put your imagination to the test and see what you can build with
our Duplo© blocks. We’ll provide the Duplos©, you provide the
creativity!
Grades Kindergarten Grade 5
Holiday Blooms HPJ1175
Grades K-5
Wednesday, December 18, 4:30-5:15pm
Make a special holiday centerpiece for the upcoming season.
Afternoon of Games HPJ1024
Grades K-5
Fridays: December 27 and/or February 21, 2:00-4:00pm
Meet your friends at the library for an afternoon of board games.
Some teen volunteers will be on hand to help you play.
Children’s Progr ams
continued...
Lego© Club HPJ1026
Grades K-5
Monday, December 30, 2:00-2:45pm and/or
Friday, January 24, 4:30-5:15pm and/or
Saturday, February 22, 3:00-3:45pm
Put your creativity to work and join us for some fun Lego©
building! We’ll provide the Legos©; you’ll create the
masterpiece! (Please sign up for each session individually.)
Study Buddies HPJ1150
Grades K-5
Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12,
and 26 (skipping Feb. 19), 5:00-6:00pm
Do you need help with your homework or maybe just some
brushing up on reading or math skills? Teen volunteers will be
on hand to help you out. Come every week or just when you need
the help.
Dog Tales – Read to a Dog Program HPJ1100
Grades K-5
Wednesdays: January 8, February 5, and/or March 5,
5:00-6:00pm
This is a program that allows children to read aloud to a trained
therapy dog in order to improve reading and communication
skills. Please register for one 15 minute time slot per session.
Winter Wonderland Craft HPJ1179
Grades K-5
Monday, February 17, 2:00-3:00pm
Magical snow people, sparkling trees, and glittering snowflakes!
Make a fantasy winter wonderland using glittery materials, felt,
decorative papers, and more! (with award winning children’s
author and artist Joyce Raimondo)
Black Light Yoga for Kids HPJ1146
Grades K-2
Wednesday, February 19, 5:00-5:45pm
Turn off the lights for this unique yoga experience. Bring a yoga
mat and wear comfortable clothing- if you wear white, your clothes
will glow in the black-light! Presented by White Lotus Massage, Inc.
Just for Tweens Grades 3-5
(No younger siblings please.)
Let it Snow Shadow Box HPJ1177
Grades K-5
Thursday, January 9, 4:30-5:15pm
Using a gift box, make a 3-D winter scene.
Build Your Own Racetrack HPJ1049
Grades K-5
Saturday, January 11, 2:00-4:00pm
Drop in any time between 2:00 & 4:00 to design and build your
own racetrack out of recycled materials. Bring your creativity –
we’ll provide the rest.
Asleep for Winter HPJ1176
Grades K-3
Sunday, January 19, 4:00-4:45pm
The animals are getting ready to hibernate for the season. Come
to our story time to bid them good night.
Double Heart Hanger HPJ1178
Grades K-5
Thursday, February 6, 4:30-5:15pm
Give double the love by making this special heart hanger to
decorate for Valentine’s Day.
Librarian Joanne Adam visited the
second grade classes at Forest Brook
Elementary School to talk about
author and illustrator Kevin Henkes.
Stretch Band Bracelet HPJ1180
Grades 3-5
Saturday, December 28, 11:00-11:45am
Make your own stretch bracelet out of colorful rubber bands.
Minecraft Program HPJ1135
Grades 3-5
Sunday, January 26
2:00-2:45, 3:00-3:45, 4:00-4:45, or 5:00-5:45pm.
Join your friends in a fun Minecraft adventure.
Please choose one timeslot. Limit of 10 children per session.
Black Light Yoga for Tweens HPJ1147
Grades 3-5
Wednesday, February 19, 6:00-6:45pm
Turn off the lights for this unique yoga experience. Bring a yoga
mat and wear comfortable clothing- if you wear white, your clothes
will glow in the black-light! Presented by White Lotus Massage, Inc.
Have a Heart
Beginning Thursday, January
2nd, the Hauppauge Library will
be distributing hearts for patrons
to take home and decorate. The
decorated hearts will be donated
to children in the pediatric
wing of various hospitals this
Valentine’s Day. Please return your
decorated heart to the Library by
Friday, January 31st, to be sure it
arrives at the hospital in time for
Valentine’s Day! Thanks!
the HPL Giving tree
Once again, the Hauppauge Public Library
will be accepting donations of new mittens,
gloves, hats and scarves to be hung on
our “Giving Tree”. These donations will
be given to Long Island families in need
this winter. We will accept donations up
until the end of December. Thank you in
advance for your continued generosity!
We have updated our library card and now offer
six different designs for you to choose from.
Come and replace your card for free with one of
our new designs or sign up to be a Hauppauge
Public Library card holder.
Hauppauge 4 Public Library
Teen Programs and
Volunteer Opportunities
Hauppauge cardholders ONLY: In-person, telephone and on-line registration for programs begins at 9:30am on Saturday, December 7, 2013. Out-of-District cardholders:
Registration for programs begins Monday, December 16, 2013. Out-of-district patrons will be placed directly on a waitlist and invited to programs based on availability.
*All programs and volunteer opportunities are for teens in grades 6.-12, unless otherwise specified.
Please note: If you are attending a volunteer opportunity to fulfill a specific requirement for school or another organization, please check with your teacher or advisor to make sure
they will accept the community service hours. Also, we occasionally take pictures in our programs and may post the pictures in our newsletter or on our website. In signing up for
programs, you agree to let us use any pictures we take for publicity purposes only. If you don’t want your picture used, please notify a librarian.
Programs
Teen Winter Reading Club:
“Chill Out and Read” (HPY2087)
Saturday, December 21 – Friday, February 28
Read books and earn raffle tickets for cool prizes. You also
get a prize just for signing up. Nothing could be easier!
Open Mic Night for Teens (HPY2105)
Fridays: December 27 and February 21 7:00-8:00pm
Looking for a place to showcase your talents? Sing a song, play
an instrument, recite a poem… the microphone is yours! We
have a piano available or you may bring your own instrument.
Bring your talent and bring a friend! (Please sign up for each
session individually.)
Movie & Munchies: Percy Jackson and the Sea
of Monsters (HPY2006)
Saturday, December 28, 2:00- 4:00pm
Join us for some snacks and a movie! Summary: Based on the
publishing phenomenon, Percy and his friends must find the
fabled and magical Golden Fleece. Embarking on a treacherous
odyssey into the uncharted waters of the Sea of Monsters
(known to humans as the Bermuda Triangle), they battle
terrifying creatures, an army of zombies, and the ultimate Evil.
(Rated PG-13; 107 min.)
Lace-Up Messenger Bag (HPY2106)
Sunday, December 29, 6:30- 7:30pm
Super Bowl Tailgate Party (HPY2107)
Monday, January 20, 5:00- 6:30pm
Join Chef Rob Scott as he shows you how to make some cool
Super Bowl appetizers. Enjoy the snacks while playing actionpacked indoor football games.
Toy Paramedic Volunteers (HPY2510)
Monday, January 20 and Friday, February 21,
12:00 - 12:30pm
Volunteer to help us keep the library’s toddler playtime toys clean
and in tip-top shape. (1/2 hour service credit per session)
SAT Prep- Small Group Instruction (HPY2031)
Thursdays: February 13, 20, 27, and March 6,
6:00 - 8:30pm
Prepare for the March SAT with this 10-hour preparation class.
Classes are taught by Tom Kenney, a certified teacher. The fee for
this program includes instruction only. Participants MUST provide
their own copy of the book: SAT College Board Book, 2nd edition.
Please register in person with a non-refundable check for $100
made payable to Tom Kenney at the time of registration.
Minecraft Buddies Volunteers (HPY2559)
Sunday, January 26, 2:00- 4:00pm or 4:00- 6:00pm
If you’re good at playing Minecraft, and you want to earn
community service by helping younger children navigate this
game, then this opportunity is for you! (2 hours service credit
per session)
Black Light Yoga for Teens (HPY2086)
Wednesday, February 19, 7:00- 8:00pm
Join Hauppauge’s own White Lotus Massage, Inc. as we turn off
the lights for this unique yoga experience. Bring a yoga mat and
wear comfortable clothing. (If you wear white, your clothes will
glow in the black-light!)
Volunteer
Opportunities
Printz Award Project
Begins: Monday, January 27
Deadline: Friday, February 28
Every January, YALSA (Young Adult Library Services
Association) awards the Michael L. Printz Award to a book
that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature.
We have a list of the contenders that librarians across
Suffolk County have been reading and we need your input.
Read and evaluate one or more of these books and help us
narrow down what Hauppauge teens think are the best of
the best! See a librarian for more details. (2 hours service
credit per book evaluation/review)
Valentine Card Volunteers (HPY2560)
Wednesday, January 29, 6:00- 7:00pm
Make some special Valentine’s Day cards for some special people
in the community. (1 hour service credit)
Random Acts of Kindness Volunteers (HPY2550)
Sunday, February 16, 2:00- 3:00pm
Celebrate “Random Acts of Kindness Week” by helping us make
some unique gifts for local therapy dogs, Lady and Shadow who
host our “Dog Tales” programs. (1 hour service credit)
“Birthday in a Bag” Volunteers (HPY2561)
Tuesday, February 18, 7:00-8:00pm
Help us create some “Birthday in a Bag” kits for Long Island
Cares Food Bank. Please bring a box of cake mix and frosting to
add to our donation box. (1 hour service credit)
Winter Craft Festival Volunteers (HPY2527)
Thursday, February 20, 2:00- 4:00pm
If you like working with children, volunteer some time to help
them make winter-themed crafts. (2 hours service credit)
Decorating Committee Volunteers (HPY2505)
Thursday, February 20, 7:00- 8:00pm
Are you interested in helping with decorations for library events and
programs? Come to a meeting and help out! (1 hour service credit)
Helping Hands Volunteers (HPY2506)
Tuesday, December 17, 7:00- 8:00pm
Help a librarian package gift bags for our upcoming Winter
Reading Clubs. (1 hour service credit)
Need a new book bag for the New Year? Make an awesome
messenger-style bag featuring a sneaker design with real
shoelaces! Perfect for school, the gym, or trips to the library!
Advanced Division Battle of the Books
(HPY2038)
Gr. 9-12 Only
Thursday, January 2, 4:00- 5:00pm (Kickoff party)
More practice meeting dates TBA
Battle of the Books for High Schoolers is back! Read the three
official “Battle” books, remember as many details as you can
from them, and compete in a fun trivia contest against other
Suffolk County libraries for the title of Battle Champs. This year’s
titles are: Ship Breaker by Paolo Bacigalupi, The Name of the
Star by Maureen Johnson, and Divergent by Veronica Roth. The
practice meetings are at the library and the final Battle is Friday,
March 28th from 6-9pm @ Brentwood Public Library.
SAT Prep- Small Group Instruction (HPY2031)
Thursdays: January 2, 9, 16, and 23, 6:00 - 8:30pm
Prepare for the January SAT with this 10-hour preparation class.
Classes are taught by Tom Kenney, a certified teacher. The fee
for this program includes instruction only. Participants MUST
provide their own copy of the book: SAT College Board Book, 2nd
edition. Please register in person with a non-refundable check
for $100 made payable to Tom Kenney at the time of registration.
Game On: Teen Game Night (HPY2079)
Fridays: January 3, February 7, March 7, 7:00- 8:30pm
The first Friday of each month we will have a night of fun. Join
us for video games, air hockey, fun activities and lots of snacks!
Bring yourself, bring your friends!
Afternoon of Games Volunteers (HPY2501)
Fridays: December 27 and February 21, 2:00- 4:00pm
Spend some fun time playing games with younger children.
You’ll help guide them through the rules of various board
games, as well as setting a good example of how to play games
fairly. (2 hours service credit per session)
Watercolor Placemats Volunteers (HPY2538)
Monday, December 30, 6:00- 7:30pm
Join art instructor Regina Halliday to learn the basics of
watercolor art and then put your talent to work creating
placemats for various charities. (1 ½ hours service credit)
Book Buddies Volunteers (HPY2502)
Thursdays, January 2 and February 20,
1:00- 1:30pm
Spend a half hour at the library earning community service
by reading with a younger child. (1/2 hour service credit
per session)
Study Buddies Volunteers (HPY2542)
Wednesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 and February 5, 12,
and 26 (skipping Feb. 19), 5:00- 6:00pm
Are you interested in helping younger students with homework
questions? In order to volunteer for this program you need to
fill out an application and provide a character reference from a
teacher. (If you haven’t already done so.) Please see a librarian
for full details. (1 hour service credit per session)
Don’t Forget the
Birds Volunteers
(HPY2558)
Tuesday, January 14,
7:00- 8:00pm
Help us make some edible
bird feeders for our feathered
friends using citrus fruit and
seeds. (1 hour service credit)
Hauppauge 5 Public Library
Computer Tutor
Get assistance with your
laptop, phone or tablet. Please
see a librarian to schedule an
appointment with one of our
volunteers for some one-onone tutoring.
Spanish Help
Do you need help learning
or speaking Spanish?
A Spanish speaking
volunteer is available
to help you with your
skills. All ages – children
through adult. Please see a
librarian for details.
computer programS
ONLINE SECURITY HPC4014
Monday, December 2 at 10:00 am or
Monday, March 3 at 10:00 am
Are you concerned by all the dangers you hear about on the news:
hackers, viruses, scams, identity theft and more? Come learn
some easy ways to protect yourself and your devices.
FACEBOOK HPC4016
Thursday, December 5 at
7:00 pm
What is Facebook? Why would I want to
use it? How do I get on it? Can I keep my
information private on it? Come to our
Facebook class and find out.
HOLIDAY TECH TABLE HPC4030
Friday, December 13 from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm
Saturday, December 28 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sunday, December 29 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Thinking about purchasing a tablet or e-reader as a holiday gift?
Stop by to test out ours (Windows Surface, iPad, Nexus 7, Kindle
Fire, Kindle Paperwhite). You can also drop by after the holidays
with your own device to see how to use it! Instructions for free
library downloads will be available.
TECH SUPPORT HPC4013
Monday, December 9 at 10:00 am or
Thursday, December 19 at 7:00 pm
Bring your questions about any piece of current technology computer, computer programs, smartphone, e-readers, tablets,
mp3 players, Internet, downloading, etc. Our technology expert
will help answer any and all questions. (Please do not bring
devices in for repair.)
INTERNET 303: LIVE-BRARY HPC4021
Thursday, December 12 at 7:00 pm
Explore a wealth of online resources including free downloads,
language learning, and online tutoring; or learn to search Livebrary’s databases covering consumer, health, auto repair, popular
and academic magazines and more in this hands-on session.
INTERNET 101: THE BASICS HPC4005
Thursday, January 9 at 7:00 pm or
Monday, February 3 at 10:00 am
What is the Internet? How do I get to it? How do I use it? All these
questions and more will be answered in this introduction to the
Internet.
WINDOWS 7 BASICS HPC4008
Monday, January 13 at 10:00 am or
Thursday, January 30 at 7:00 pm
In this hands on course you will learn the ins and outs of the new
Windows version 7.
ZINIO 101 HPC4028
Wednesday, January 15 at 7:00 pm or
Friday, January 17 at 10:00 am
Calling all magazine readers! Learn how to use Zinio to download
copies of your favorite magazines, from Vogue and National
Geographic to Men’s Health and more!
INTERNET 202: ADVANCED SEARCHING HPC4006
Thursday, January 23 at 7:00 pm or
Monday, February 24 at 10:00 am
Do you have basic knowledge of the internet, but are interested in
taking the next step? This computer class will introduce you to the
tools that will make your surfing more rewarding.
SENIOR PROGRAMS
RING IN THE NEW YEAR! HPS5007
Wednesday, January 8 at 3:00 pm
Start the New Year off pleasantly by attending this festive event. Celebrate with delicious snacks
and good friends.
IOS7 WITH SENIORNET HPS5041
Monday, January 13 at 3:30 pm
The recent release of iOS 7, a new operating system for the iPhone and iPad, has new features and
a dramatically different interface. Join us for a demonstration of iOS 7 and learn what issues to
consider when you upgrade to the new system.
SENIOR CHOCOLATE DELIGHT HPS5008
Wednesday, February 5 at 3:00 pm
It’s a chocolate dipping party! You’ll have a chance to delve into delectable
melted chocolate with some amazing goodies and fresh fruits. Come create your spectacular treats.
DAZZLING IPAD APPS WITH SENIORNET HPS5025
Monday, February 10 at 3:30 pm
Join us for in-depth demonstrations of apps that take advantage of the iPad’s unique multimedia
and display attributes. This will include educational, reading and entertainment apps. You’ll see
some great apps to add to your collection.
GREAT SMARTPHONE APPS WITH SENIORNET HPS5026
Monday, March 10 at 3:30 pm
Smartphones are changing the way we live. Your phone is a small, portable computer and applications (apps) put the “smart” in smartphone. See a demonstration of the best apps available
for your smartphone. You’ll find that many of the apps are free!
SENIOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION HPS5009
Wednesday, March 12 at 3:00 pm
Come experience the luck of the Irish with good company, lively conversations
and scrumptious treats.
COMPUTER FILES HPC4011
Monday, January 27 at 10:00 am or
Thursday, February 6 at 7:00 pm
Learn the ins and outs of computer files - creating, modifying,
saving, printing, attaching and more!
BEGINNING WORD HPC4027
Monday, February 10 at 10:00 am
Discover the basics of navigating this commonly used word
processing (typing) program.
AMAZING APPS HPC4029
Wednesday, February 26 at 7:00 pm
Discover the world of iPad apps! Bring your iPad to fully explore
the possibilities of the app world.
EXPLORING E-READERS HPC4022
Thursday, February 27 at 7:00 pm
Learn how to use your new e-reader with our free download
service, Live-brary.
SELLING ON EBAY HPC4015
Thursday, March 6 at 7:00 pm
Learn all about selling on the world’s most popular auction site.
See how to create a seller’s account to list your own items.
ONGOING ADULT AND
SENIOR PROGRAMS
AN AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES
Tuesdays at 2:00 pm
Enjoy watching a popular new release movie every week on our large screen.
MEXICAN TRAIN
Tuesdays at 11:00 am
Join us each week to play this exciting game of dominoes.
MAH JONG PLAYING
Wednesdays at 10:00 am; Fridays at 12:00 pm
Bring your Mah Jong sets and friends and get a game playing frenzy started.
SCRABBLE PLAYING
Fridays at 12:30 pm
Challenge your friends to a great game of Scrabble.
YARNCRAFTERS HPA0023
Every second and fourth Thursday of the month from
1:00 to 3:00 pm
Calling all knitters and crocheters to work on projects for various
community charities. Volunteer your work for a good cause and good
time. Urgently needed: donations of new yarn.
EXERCISE WITH CATHY
Tuesdays & Thursdays: December 10 through February 27 at 10:00 am HPS5001
Tuesdays & Thursdays: December 10 through February 27 at 11:00 am HPA0026
NO CLASSES ON DECEMBER 24, 26, 31; JANUARY 2; FEBRUARY 18 AND 20.
Stay fit when you work out with Cathy! Bring water, weights, and mat. A signed physical
fitness waiver must be ON FILE before the beginning of the first class. FOR HAUPPAUGE
CARD-HOLDERS ONLY.
DEFENSIVE DRIVING PROGRAMS
DEFENSIVE DRIVING FOR ADULTS HPA0028
Saturdays: December 14 or January 18 at 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
Evenings: Tuesday & Wednesday, February 4 & 5 at 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm (must attend
both sessions for credit)
Take this informative driver safety class. Non-refundable check to Siegel Consulting for $35 must be
paid at the Reference Desk at time of registration.
AARP DEFENSIVE DRIVING HPS5002
Wednesday, December 11 at 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
Non-refundable check made out to AARP: $17 for AARP cardholders, $19 for non-AARP members to
be paid at the Reference Desk at time of registration.
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AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE HPS5040
Wednesdays: January 8 & February 19 at 9:30 am to 4:00 pm
AARP is bringing you a
brand new fully updated
driver safety course. Nonrefundable check made
out to AARP: $20 for AARP
cardholders, $25 for nonAARP members to be paid at
the Reference Desk at time
of registration.
Board Meetings are normally
held on the third Thursday of
each month at 7:30 pm. Upcoming
Board meetings are scheduled for:
December 19, January 16,
February 13
Hauppauge Public Library Board of Trustees
Andrew Black
Ralph Plotke
Robert Druckenmiller
Carol Poma
Steven Bard, President
Matthew Bollerman, Library Director
Joanne Adam, Assistant Library Director
Library Closed: Dec. 24 at 3 pm, Dec. 25 all day, Dec. 31 at 3 pm, Jan. 1 all day
Hauppauge 6 Public Library