Spring 2015 Newsletter Annual Library Vote: Tuesday, April 14, 2015, 10 am to 9 pm Please vote! See page 5 for details. Kids Can Vote Too! See page 3. EDITH PIAF REMEMBERED HPA0290 Sunday Programs Please Register for All Programs Sunday, April 26, 2:00pm Talented songwriter and cabaret performer Lois Morton brings you a centennial performance of Édith Piaf’s iconic songs from France during World War II. Sit back and enjoy the romantic combination of the accordion with French lyrics. BOSTON BURGLARS HPA0055 Sunday, March 15, 1:30pm Enjoy a St. Patrick’s Day concert with this friendly duo. They will charm you with Irish tunes and great music that will have your toes tapping WINNERS AT THE OSCARS WITH NAOMI ZEITLIN HPA0196 Sunday, March 22, 2:00pm Love movie music scores? Don’t miss Naomi Zeitlin this spring as she follows up the Oscars with an introduction to classic songs from film. FOX AND COYOTES OF LONG ISLAND HPA0289 Sunday, March 29, 2:00pm On Long Island, we are home to diverse wildlife including the Red fox and coyote. Learn more about this fascinating topic, from Frank Vincenti, the founder of The Wild Dog Foundation. He will share information about lifecycle, habits, and how people can coexist with them in suburbia. EDDIE COSTELLO’S TRASH OR TREASURE ANTIQUES ROADSHOW HPA0009 LAUGHS AT THE LIBRARY HPA0198 Sunday, May 31, 2:00pm Warm up this spring with some belly laughter. Several comedians will be here to tickle your funny bone and get you rolling in the aisles! PAPER SHREDDING Sunday, May 31, 2:00pm – 4:00pm Are you doing a spring clean-out? Drop by with your old papers and watch as they are chewed up by this industrial shredder! Bring up to 3 bags or boxes of personal documents. NO business shredding. MANHATTAN LYRIC OPERA HPA0257 Sunday, June 7, 2:00pm Sunday, May 3, 2:00-4:00pm Renowned concert performer, Anne Tormela, will treat you to a solo performance that highlights some of the most beloved opera, operetta, Broadway and popular classics. This family friendly introduction to opera will delight those who are new to opera, as well as long-time aficionados. Special song requests are welcome! Bring your treasures to the library for Eddie to evaluate, and be informed and entertained. The first 40 patrons to register may bring one item (no matter what it is or how old it is) for a free appraisal. DOWNTON ABBEY AFTERNOON TEA HPA0291 Sunday, May 17, 4:00pm KARKOWSKA SISTERS DUO: AMERICAN TREASURES HPA0181 Sunday, June 14, 2:00pm TOWNSHIP THEATER GROUP: DATES TO REMEMBER HPA0197 Sunday, April 19, 2:30pm Watch an entertaining collection of short plays about special dates, possible dates and just plain dating. Don’t miss the talented actors of the Township Theatre Group as they perform Scene Enjoy a delicious proper English Tea and accompaniments! Partners, Happy Anniversary, The Second Thanksgiving and A Dressing up in your favorite attire for the affair is encouraged but Date with the Future. not required. You are in for a treat as you discover the sparkling Karkowska Sisters Duo. They perform lively classical music on the piano and violin, and have entertained audiences at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. Enjoy their talented tribute celebrating the classical music of America. Greetings from the Friends of the Hauppauge Library Were you among the more than 200 folks of all ages at our first annual Winter Festival on Saturday January 17? We’re so happy that it was such a resounding success! It was an evening filled with games, food and entertainment with a live performance of Frosty the Snowman. Teen volunteers helped with the games. Our wonderful librarians and library staff did a tremendous job of organizing the event. We’ll be looking for additional new Friendssponsored events to supplement the programs scheduled by the library itself. We’d love to hear any ideas you may have. Leave a note at the Circulation Desk addressed to the Friends or email us at [email protected]. The evening ended with the awarding of a number of door prizes. We would like to thank the following merchants for contributing to our door prize awards. Amato’s Pizza (near Dress Barn) 3 $10 gift cards Samsonite Outlet Tanger 1 Riverhead 2 pieces of luggage SportClips Haircuts $24 Gift Certificate (near Panera Bread) Headcutters $15 Gift Certificate (across from FireHouse) Panera Bread Gift Certificate for a Bread a Month for a year Five Guys Burgers 2 $5 Gift Cards An anonymous donor contributed two art glass souvenirs from Sanibel Island When you patronize the merchants we would appreciate it if you mention the Friends Our next event is the annual Writing Contest held in conjunction with the Hauppauge School District. The theme this year comes from a quote from Harriet Tubman: “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world” Students in grades 1 through 8 are eligible. Entries must be in by February 28. The prizes will be awarded at a celebration at the library on Saturday March 28. A flyer with all the details is available at the library. 10th Annual Community Amateur Photography Contest Smile! Click! Enter up to five of your favorite photos by Friday May 1st for a chance to place in our photography contest. Entry forms and fee information are available at our library’s Circulation Desk. All participants and families are invited to the contest gala which will be held on Saturday, May 16th at 2:00 pm when our winners will be announced. All photo entries will be on display in the library after the gala. Plans for our series of summer concerts are in the works. Save these dates: Friday June 19, Friday July 24, Friday August 21 The next quarterly meeting of the Friends will be held at the library on Monday March 9 at 1PM We hope to see you there. 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 * * * ECRWSS * * * Postal Customer NonProfit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Permit #74 Smithtown, NY ADULT PROGRAMS MARCH IRISH BINGO HPA0098 Monday, March 9, 7:00pm Attend our Irish bingo program and see if you have the luck of the leprechauns to help you win some fabulous prizes. FOR HAUPPAUGE CARD-HOLDERS ONLY. BOLLYWOOD FILM SCREENING HPA0293 Sundays, March 15, May 3, 6:30pm Friday, April 17, 6:30pm LONG ISLAND READS: THE MUSEUM OF EXTRAORDINARY THINGS HPA0103 CAKE DECORATING TECHNIQUES WITH SWAN BAKERY HPA0284 Libraries throughout Suffolk and Nassau Counties participate in this initiative to read a book connected to Long Island, “One Island-One Book.” Enjoy the company of your friends at the library and join in reading and discussing this year’s excellent pick: The Museum of Extraordinary Things, by Alice Hoffman. Light refreshments served. Learn piping and different edging techniques with master baker, Guy Gagliano. Swan Bakery will supply heart shaped cakes (one per participant) for you to practice on, just in time to give away (or keep) for Mother’s Day. Wednesday, April 15, 7:00pm MOTORCYCLE SAFETY SPRING TUNE-UP HPA0279 Wednesdays, April 15, 22, 29, 7:00pm Spring starts a new riding season for motorcyclists. Join our Spring Tune-Up to refresh skills and awareness needed for a safer riding season. This will be a non-riding informational course to review topics such as proper cornering, braking, general riding skills, group riding, street strategies, road awareness and more. Classes are open to all drivers to become GENEALOGY 101 HPA0107 better informed on the needs of motorcyclists and Sharing the Monday, March 16, 7:00pm Have a desire to trace your family’s heritage? Then don’t miss this Road. Program presented by Empire State Motorcycle Safety Education Program with Don Gomo; Safety Skills Columnist for informative program that will take you through the important American Iron Magazine and NYS MSF RiderCoach. organizational tasks involved in your search! Join us to watch an exciting series of Indian movies on the big screen at the library. Titles will be announced the week beforehand on Facebook. These films are sure to be a hit with the whole family! HOME BUYING & SELLING 101 HPA0274 Wednesday, March 18, 7:00pm Not sure where to start in finding or selling your home? A team of local experts, including a real estate broker, real estate attorney, and mortgage counselor, will be on hand to teach you about the process of buying or selling your first home. SPRINGTIME IN PARIS: BISTRO COOKING HPA0280 Monday, April 20, 7:00pm Monday, May 4, 7:00pm COOKBOOK CLUB HPA0105 Wednesday, May 6, 7:00pm 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 the library to share. MUSIC OF THE NIGHT BINGO HPA0285 Monday, May 11, 7:00pm Join us for bingo in a room filled with musical delight. FOR HAUPPAUGE CARD-HOLDERS ONLY. COLON CANCER AWARENESS HPA0267 Wednesday, May 13, 7:00pm Learn about the causes of colorectal cancer, the need for screening colonoscopies, the different techniques available, and the good news, the high cure rate. Dr. Eisdorfer, of North Shore LIJ will be here to answer all of your questions. SPRING WREATH HPA0286 Monday, May 18, 6:30pm Decorate your front door with a bright pop of spring color. You’ll make a wreath using ribbon and learn how to create felt flowers as embellishments. FICTION TO FILM: GONE GIRL HPA0165 Sunday, March 22, 4:00pm Did you read the bestselling Gone Girl, by Gillian Flynn? If not, now is your chance. Read the book and come watch the film on our big screen. Afterward, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a lively discussion of the book vs. the film. SKIN CARE & HAIR REMOVAL HPA0092 Tuesday, May 26, 7:00pm MEET THE AUTHOR: THE HOLLOW GROUND HPA0275 Beauty expert Carol Ann Boyd is back with updates and her newest recommendations for skin care and hair removal. Monday, March 23, 7:00pm Enjoy a dynamic reading from local author Natalie Harnett. She’ll read from her novel, The Hollow Ground, and present facts on the real fires in Pennsylvania Coal country. Participate in a Q&A session at the end. Books will be available for purchase at the event. Watch Barbara Sheridan as she cooks up some bistro recipes inspired by Springtime in Paris. You’ll get to taste this master chef’s creations and take home recipes to try yourself. CHANDELIER EARRINGS HPA0281 Monday, April 27, 7:00pm CREATIVE WRITING GROUP HPA0269 Looking for an elegant pair of chandelier earrings? Join this jewelry making workshop with Marlena Konas to make your own pair, along with a matching necklace. You’ll leave with beautiful accessories that you customized yourself! Tuesday, March 24, 7:00pm and Tuesday, April 21, 7:00pm Are you interested in writing and need a little extra inspiration? Join this creative writing group facilitated by Frank Kondrich. All writing is welcome. HERBAL MEDICINE HPA0276 Wednesday, March 25, 6:30pm Point of Life Acupuncture will be here to discuss alternative Chinese herbal medicine and some of its potential benefits for your wellness. Are you considering converting your home to solar energy or just wondering why the neighbors did? Solar energy expert Keith Wick will give you the details about how solar works, the installation process, tax incentives as well as answering any questions you may have. A physical therapist will be here to lead you in gentle exercises that are specially formulated to help promote joint strength and flexibility. Perfect to keep you moving if you suffer from arthritis. A signed physical fitness waiver must be ON FILE before the beginning of the first class. FOR HAUPPAUGE CARD-HOLDERS ONLY. SIMPLY CREATIVE LAND AND SEA HPA0277 Monday, March 30, 6:30pm April BROADWAY BINGO HPA0278 Monday, April 13, 7:00pm Play this high tempo game of bingo in an upbeat Broadway setting. FOR HAUPPAUGE CARD-HOLDERS ONLY. BLOCK ISLAND SEAFOOD ITALIAN FAVORITES HPA0292 Tuesday, April 14, 6:30pm Join the Block Island Seafood for some Italian treats! BISCo. will demonstrate Spaghetti Carbonara, Linguine with Clam Sauce and homemade Caesar Salad! Bring your good luck as there will be fantastic raffle prizes too. FLORA AND FAUNA BINGO HPA0287 Monday, June 1, 7:00pm Kick off Gardening Week at the library by playing bingo surrounded by some beautiful flora and fauna. FOR HAUPPAUGE CARD-HOLDERS ONLY. BEADED FLOWER EARRINGS HPA0288 Thursday, June 4, 7:00pm Tuesday, April 28, 7:00pm Fridays, March 27 to May 1, 1:00pm (Registration opens Spring) SOLAR ENERGY BASICS HPA0282 ARTHRITIS AND JOINT FITNESS HPA0194 Get a taste of Surf and Turf, Chef Rob Scott style! Start out with a Steak and St. Andre Cheese Salad with a Green Onion Dijon Dressing. Follow it with Shrimp with Mango-Pineapple Relish in Lettuce Cups. Early June COFFEE & CLASSICS: AS I LAY DYING HPA0168 Wednesday, April 29, 7:00pm Need to spruce up your spring wardrobe? These beautiful earrings will be the perfect accessory for the season. In this workshop with Jackie Dunn, you’ll work with Swarovski Crystal and glass beads. THE PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS HPA0038 Saturday, June 6, 10:00am to 2:00pm Enjoy a stimulating discussion with Frank Kondrich as you explore William Faulkner’s book As I Lay Dying. This is the story of the Bundren family’s journey to bury Addie, their wife and mother. May INTRODUCTORY CROCHET HPA0283 Fridays, May 1 to 22, 7:00pm Want to learn to crochet or improve your existing skills? Tess LaMorte, Librarian, will teach you the chain stitch, as well as single and double crochet. Before you know it, you’ll be well on your way to making a scarf! Please bring a small amount of medium worsted weight (4 ply) yarn in a color of your choice, and a crochet hook in any size (from I-9 to K-10 ½). Beginners and newcomers always welcome! Hauppauge 2 Public Library Place your vote in the People’s Choice Awards! Choose one of the flower arrangements based on creativity, and how well it reflects the book title it represents. You may submit one vote based on your favorite arrangement. BOOK BUZZ: THE ART FORGER HPA0027 Monday, June 8, 7:00pm If you haven’t already discovered The Art Forger, by Barbara Shapiro, it’s time for you to read it! This compelling story delves into the mystery of the Gardner Museum Heist and the life of Claire Roth, Boston reproduction artist turned forger. Children’s Progr ams PROGRAM REGISTRATION GUIDELINES FOR ALL AGES Hauppauge cardholders ONLY: In-person, on-line and telephone registration for Spring programs begins Saturday, March 7, 2015 at 9:30am. Out-of-District cardholders: Registration for Spring programs begins Monday, March 16, 2015. 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 the pictures in our newsletter, on our web-site, or on our Flickr and Facebook pages. 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. PROGRAMS FOR PARENTS INFANT AND CHILD CPR HPJ1035 Adults Thursday, May 14, 6:00-8:45pm Cost is $35.00 per person (check made payable to Lori Green due at time of class.) Give the gift of life through this important life-saving class. What you do in the first few minutes can save your child’s life! You will learn the skills to give CPR to infants and children (birth – 8 years of age). You will also learn choking rescue techniques and basic life-saving skills. Taught by a Red Cross certified CPR instructor. PROGRAMS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY FAMILY BINGO HPM3016 All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Fridays: March 27 and/or May 15, 7:00-8:00pm Have some family fun playing Bingo. Everyone goes home a winner! (Please sign up for each session individually.) WIZARD OF OZ: PRESENTED BY THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS HPM3048 All ages, with caregiver Wednesday, April 8, 7:00-8:00pm FAMILY MOVIES HPM3012 PAJAMA PUPPET SHOW STORY TIME HPJ1131 Ages 2 ½-5 years, with caregiver Tuesday, April 14, 7:00-7:45pm All ages. (Children must be accompanied by an adult.) Feel free to bring your own snacks if you’d like. THE BOXTROLLS (Rated PG) Friday, March 13, 2:00-3:45pm The quirky and mischievous Boxtrolls lovingly raise a boy named Eggs beneath the streets of Cheesebridge. When Archibald Snatcher, the town’s villain, threatens to get rid of the Boxtrolls, Eggs and his friend Winnie venture above ground to devise a plan to defeat him. (97 minutes) BIG HERO SIX (Rated PG) Friday, April 3, 2:30-4:15pm A special bond develops between plus-sized inflatable robot, Baymax, and robotics prodigy, Hiro Hamada, as they team up with a group of friends to form a band of high-tech heroes. (90 minutes) BABIES AND PRE-SCHOOLERS Come in your pajamas and join Miss Donna for an interactive puppet show and story time. PLAY-DOH PLAYTIME HPJ1002 Ages 2 ½-5 years, with caregiver Saturday, April 18, 10:30-11:15am Please note ages and grades of programs. Not all programs are for everyone. Please abide by the age or grade restriction so that we may provide your child with an appropriate and enjoyable program. Thank you. WEE WALKERS HPJ1004 Ages Birth–2 ½ years, with caregiver Thursdays: March 12, 19, 26, and April 2, 10:30-11:15am Story-time with lots of movement…hear a story, shake some bells, and roll those balls. There’s no sitting still for this one! (Sign up once for all 4 sessions.) PADDY’S PIG PUPPET HPJ1247 Ages 2–4 years, with caregiver Tuesday, March 17, 10:30-11:15am Enjoy stories and songs with Miss Jeanne while creating a lively St. Patrick’s Day pig puppet. WELCOME SPRING HPJ1039 Ages 2 ½-5 years, with caregiver Friday, March 20, 10:30-11:15am A new season is here! Welcome spring with a story and a variety of colorful crafts. 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! QUACKER PUPPET HPJ1248 Ages 2-4 years, with caregiver Monday, April 20, 10:30-11:15am Enjoy stories and songs with Miss Jeanne while creating an adorable duck puppet with scenery. COME PLANT WITH ME HPJ1183 Ages 2 ½-5, with caregiver LITTLE CHEFS HPJ1218 Ages 2 ½-5 years, with caregiver Thursday, April 23, 10:30-11:15am Wednesdays: March 25 and/or May 6, 10:30-11:15am Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion as they come to life in an adaptation featuring the music of the MGM movie. Hear a story and make your own snack while learning about healthy choices. Presented by Nicole Petrocelli, Registered Dietitian. (Please sign up for each session individually.) DUPLO© BUILDING HPJ1020 Ages 2 ½-5 years, with caregiver FAMILY FUN NIGHT HPM3032 Ages 2 ½-children in Grade 3 (siblings welcome), with caregiver Monday, March 30, 4:30-5:15pm Saturday, April 25, 3:00-3:45pm Tuesday, May 19, 7:00-7:45pm Thursday, May 28, 6:30-8:00pm Enjoy some family fun time playing games and doing crafts together. 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! (Please sign up for each session individually. Combined with Lego Club). KIDS CAN VOTE, TOO! All ages Tuesday, April 14, 10:00am-9:00pm Kids of all ages can vote in a real voting machine and tell us what their favorite type of library program is. The choices are: Storytimes (Mother Goose, Little Listeners), Food Programs (Kiddie Café, Little Chefs), Game Programs (Lego Program, Afternoon of Games), Craft Programs (Craft Festivals, Kids Create), Technology Programs (Minecraft, Lego Robotics). ANIMAL BINGO HPJ1032 Ages 2 ½-5 years, with caregiver MAGIC COLOR SCRATCH BOOKMARKS HPM3049 All ages SATURDAY WEE PLAY HPJ1007 Ages 6 months–4 years, with caregiver Tuesday, April 14, 4:00-6:00pm Wednesday, April 1, 10:30-11:15am Match the animal pictures on your Bingo board and win a prize! Saturday, April 11, 10:30-11:30am Saturday, May 30, 10:30-11:30am Make a play-date with your child. Enjoy some playtime, crafts and songs. (Please sign up for each session individually.) TODDLERS TANGO HPJ1011 Ages 18 months-5 years, with caregiver Tuesday, April 14, 1:00-1:45pm Drop by and create a colorful bookmark using scratch art techniques. Some teens will be on hand to help if you need it. Clap your hands, stomp your feet and wiggle with the beat! Tango with your toddler. Designed to get toddlers and grown-ups moving and grooving! Hauppauge 3 Public Library Have fun hearing stories and planting your own flower to bring home with you. KIDSERCISE HPJ1138 Ages 2 ½-5, with caregiver Wednesday, April 29, 10:30-11:30am Join Joyce Oddo for music, games, dancing and more to exercise the muscles and the mind! PARENT-TODDLER WORKSHOP HPJ1045 Ages 9-36 months, with caregiver Mondays: April 27, May 4, 11, and 18, 10:30-11:30am The Parent/Toddler Workshop is a program in which children and caregivers will be able to play together in a safe environment. A librarian and a resource professional will be available to answer questions on various child related topics. (Sign up once for all four sessions.) Children’s Progr ams continued MOTHER’S DAY MAGIC HPJ1041 Ages 2 ½-5 years, with caregiver Tuesday, May 5, 10:30-11:15am Join us in creating beautiful crafts for mom or someone special. LITTLE LISTENERS HPJ1040 Ages 2 ½-5 years, with caregiver DOG TALES – READ TO A DOG PROGRAM HPJ1100 Grades K-5 Wednesdays: April 1, May 6, and/or June 3, 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. DIY JUMBO PINWHEELS HPJ1257 Grades K-3 Wednesdays: May 13, 20, 27, and June 3, 2:00-2:45pm Join us for stories, rhymes, songs and more. (Sign up once for all 4 sessions.) TWEEN GAME NIGHT HPJ1230 Grades 3-5 Friday, March 20, 6:30-8:00pm Listen to an entertaining story and then put a “spin” on craft time and decorate a jumbo pinwheel to bring home. Tuesday, June 2, 6:30-7:30pm KINDERGARTEN GRADE 5 (NO YOUNGER SIBLINGS PLEASE.) Saturday, April 4, 11:0011:45am TOTS NIGHT OUT: CIRCUS TRAIN HPJ1060 Ages 18 months-5 years, with caregiver Join us for an interactive and educational preschool family program that includes singing, dancing, stories and creating a circus train craft. JUST FOR TWEENS GRADES 3-5 AFTERNOON OF GAMES HPJ1024 Grades K-5 Monday, April 6, 3:00-4:30pm Meet your friends at the library for an afternoon of games! Teen volunteers will be on hand to help out. WACKY 60 SECOND CHALLENGES HPJ1250 Grades K-2 Join us for a night of video games, air hockey, Minecraft, board games, snacks and lots of fun! Thursday, April 9, 1:00-2:00pm AWESOME BALL HPJ1252 Grades 3-5 Please note ages and grades of programs. Not all programs are for everyone. Please abide by the age or grade restriction so that we may provide your child with an appropriate and enjoyable program. Thank you. Thursday, April 9, 2:003:00pm Come and join in the fun and excitement as children play a wacky version of basketball that does not allow ANY dribbling. ST. PATRICK’S DAY RAINBOW PLAQUE HPJ1256 Grades K-3 Wednesday, March 11, 6:30-7:30pm Listen to a fun story and then create a St. Patrick’s Day Rainbow Plaque that you can use to decorate your home. KIDS CREATE HPJ1249 Grades K-5 Thursdays: March 19, April 16, and/or May 14, 4:30-5:30pm Are you able to bounce ping pong balls into a bucket that your friend is wearing on his/her head? Come and try this and other challenges during this fun filled hour of laughs! SNACKALICIOUS STORY TIME HPJ1197 Grades K-3 HAND PAINTED SOAP DISH AND DISPENSER HPJ1253 Grades 3-5 Friday, April 24, 4:30-5:30pm Tuesday, April 21, 4:30-5:15pm Enjoy a fun story, a craft and a healthy snack while learning about healthy choices. Presented by Nicole Petrocelli, Registered Dietitian. PLANT A POEM HPJ1251 Grades K-2 Friday, April 24, 4:30-5:30pm Join us and celebrate Earth Day and National Poetry Month by listening to poems and making a “Plant a poem – Plant a Flower” craft. Bring your flower home and watch it grow. KIDDIE CAFÉ HPJ1075 Grades K-5 Thursday, April 30, 4:30-5:30pm Join Miss Fran and create some yummy treats for spring to enjoy at the library or take home to share. FREE COMIC BOOK DAY All ages Saturday, May 2, 10:00am-4:00pm Create a cool project for your bathroom. Hand paint a soap dish and dispenser to give your bathroom a new look! SUPER GLOWING BOUNCE BALLS HPJ1255 Enjoy, relax, and have fun with your friends. Express yourself through arts and craft projects. Each month, you will use your talents and imagination to create a different masterpiece! (Please sign up for each session individually.) Grades 3-5 CD FLOWER CRAFT HPJ1048 Grades K-5 SUPER SMASH PERLER BEADS HPJ1254 Grades 3-5 Saturday, May 2, 12:00-1:00pm Come and make your very own glowing rainbow bouncy ball using a simple and fun recipe. Tuesday, March 24, 4:30-5:15pm Friday, May 8, 7:00-8:30pm Using a CD disc, make a beautiful flower to decorate for this new season. Create awesome characters from the popular game Super Smash Bros. with perler fun fusion beads. LEGO© CLUB HPJ1026 Grades K-5 Monday, March 30, 4:30-5:15pm Saturday, April 25, 3:00-3:45pm Tuesday, May 19, 7:00-7:45pm CUPCAKE WARS HPJ1242 Grades 3-5 Sunday, June 7, 4:30-5:30pm Join us to celebrate the world of comics and graphic novels. There will be a limited number of free comic books (while supplies last) courtesy of Fourth World Comics in Smithtown. No registration necessary. HOORAY FOR MOTHER’S DAY HPJ1053 Grades K-5 Thursday, May 7, 4:30–5:15pm Make a unique gift that your mom, grandma or a special someone will adore. 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. Combined with Duplo Building). NUTRITION JEOPARDY HPJ1246 Grades K-5 Thursday, June 4, 4:30-5:15pm Enjoy a fun game of jeopardy and a healthy snack while learning about healthy choices. Presented by Nicole Petrocelli, Registered Dietitian. Hauppauge 4 Public Library Do you enjoy challenges? Use your imagination and present a cupcake that leaves all other cupcakes in the dust. Top vote-getter wins a prize! (Cupcakes and toppings will be provided.) HAUPPAUGE PUBLIC LIBRARY ANNUAL VOTE Tuesday April 14, 2015 from 10 AM – 9 PM Voting will take place at the Hauppauge Public Library Voting will be for the election of one Library Trustee and to adopt the library budget for the period from July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2016 You may vote in the library election if you are (1) at least 18 years of age; (2) a citizen of the United States; (3) you have lived in the library district for 30 days; and (4) you are registered to vote (you are already registered if you have voted during the last four years in any general, school district or library election.) Voter Registration: April 7, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. in the Library Only required if you have NOT voted in a general, school district or library district vote during the last four years Absentee Ballots: Absentee ballot applications are available and may be picked up at the library’s circulation desk. Trustee Candidate: One five-year position on the Library Board of Trustees will be up for election. Candidates have until 5:00 p.m. on March 16, 2015 to submit their nominating petitions. There will be a meet the candidate session where community residents can ask questions of the candidates running for the position of library trustee on Thursday, April 2, 2015. Information about the candidates will also be available online at www.hauppaugelibrary.org Budget Information Meeting & Meet the Candidates Night: A budget information meeting and a meet the candidate forum will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. at the Library. Proposed FY 2015-2016 Library Budget: Expenditures: In these tough times nothing beats your local library for value. We bring you: Materials & Services $329,250 (Books, binding, videos, audio books, CDs, DVDs, periodicals, children’s materials, reference sources, computer software, services and programs) Culture • Friends of the Library – Music, Drama, and Arts events and our free Summer Outdoor Concert Series Operations $82,000 (Library supplies, equipment, public information, elections, telecommunication and postage) Professional Services $42,500 (Accounting, attorney, memberships and conferences) • Museum passes - American Airpower Museum, Chilren’s Museum of Manhattan, Children’s Museum of the East End, Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum, Cradle of Aviation, Guggenheim Museum, Heckscher Museum of Art, Intrepid Sea, Air & Space, Long Island Children’s Museum, Maritime Explorium at Port Jeff Harbor, Museum of the Moving Image, Nassau County Firefighters Museum, Old Westbury Gardens, Vanderbilt Museum and Walt Whitman Birthplace Facilities$607,399 (Rent, utilities, contracts, insurance, furniture, computers, custodial services and supplies) 24 X 7 Access Total$2,673,247 • Free downloadable e-books, magazines, audio books, music and films Personnel$1,612,098 (Salaries, taxes, social security, insurance and benefits) • Online item reserve and request to purchase service Revenues: • Free consumer, health, and business databases Tax appropriation $2,557,515 • Language learning and tutoring services Other incomes $115,732 (Fees, copiers, grants, gifts, sales, interest and miscellaneous) Educational and Skill-Building Opportunities Total$2,673,247 • Computer instruction, cooking classes, crafts workshops, defensive driving classes, book discussion groups, exercise classes, bus trips, health lectures, films and cultural programming for adults. Estimated Homestead Tax Rate per $100 of Assessed Value: • A nnual Summer and Winter Reading Clubs which attract more than 830 children and adults. • Weekly children’s story times, craft programs, game sessions, holiday themed programs and educational programs 2014-2015 assessed value 0.80 Projected 2015-2016 assessed value 0.82 Just this past year the library has: What this proposal means for Hauppauge homeowners: • Loaned out more than 173,000 items If Your Home Is Assessed At: Proposed Yearly Increase Monthly Increase • Provided computer use for more than 29,000 visitors $30,000 $6 $0.50 • Counted over 7,700 Hauppauge residents with library cards $50,000 $10 $0.83 $70,000 $14 $1.17 $90,000 $18 $1.50 • Added over 6,800 new items to its collections • Entertained over 21,900 residents with our library programs • Assisted over 140,000 visitors The Board of Trustees is focused on minimizing our costs and the impact on your tax bill, while continuing to maintain a high level of service and planning for the library’s future. In view of the current economic situation we are keeping our operating budget increase to a bare minimum. Library facility planning: Many people do not realize that the library does not own our building. We lease our current space at 601 Veterans Memorial Highway from a commercial landlord. This budget proposal includes a Facilities Acquisition Fund line of $75,000. These funds will be used solely to assist the library in acquiring and building a permanent home to serve the community. Hauppauge 5 This year’s budget includes mandated increases in retirement and health insurance costs, as well as decreased interest earnings. Take advantage of all that your public library has to offer and please take the time to vote on April 14. If you have any questions, please contact our director Matthew Bollerman at 979-1600 or [email protected] The Board of Trustees, Hauppauge Public Library Public Library Computer Programs Get connected with technology by taking these free computer classes. They provide you with the opportunity to develop new skills, and practice existing skills to gain more confidence in computing. INTERNET 101: THE BASICS HPC4005 WORD BASICS 2013 HPC4027 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. Discover the basics of navigating this commonly used word processing (typing) program. Thursday, March 19, 7:00pm WINDOWS 8 HPC4039 Thursdays, March 19 to May 7, 1:30pm-3:00pm NOTE: NO CLASS APRIL 9 Do you have Windows 8 operating system? Having difficulty learning everything you need? John Passanante, retired technology professor, will provide a seven week seminar devoted to Windows 8 so you can discover all of its secrets. If you still don’t like it, he may have some alternate solutions for you. Bring your own laptop for this special series. Monday, April 20, 3:00pm or Thursday, April 23, 7:00pm EXCEL 2013 BASICS HPC4009 Monday, April 27, 3:00pm or Thursday, April 30, 7:00pm Learn the basics of using this popular spreadsheet program to keep track of your data. FACEBOOK HPC4016 Monday, May 4, 3:00pm or Thursday, May 7, 7:00pm 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. WINDOWS 7 BASICS HPC4008 INTERNET 303: LIVE-BRARY HPC4021 In this hands-on course you will learn the ins and outs of the new Windows version 7. Explore a wealth of online resources including free downloads, language learning, and online tutoring; or learn to search Live-brary’s databases covering consumer health, auto repair, popular and academic magazines and more. Monday, March 23, 3:00pm or Thursday, March 26, 7:00pm COMPUTER FILES HPC4011 Monday, March 30, 3:00pm or Thursday, April 2, 7:00pm Thursday, May 14, 7:00pm Learn the ins and outs of computer files - creating, modifying, saving, printing, attaching documents and more! OIL CHANGE FOR COMPUTERS HPC4040 INTERNET 202: ADVANCED SEARCHING HPC4006 Is your computer feeling sluggish? You might need to perform the computers equivalent of an oil change. Learn how to use the utilities that come with your computer operating system to cleanup, protect and speed-up your computer. Must attend the first date of this two part session. Thursday, April 16, 7:00pm or Monday, May 18, 3:00pm 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. Wednesdays, May 20 & 27, 7:00pm or Thursdays, May 21 & 28, 1:30pm SPRING GREENING AT THE LIBRARY Spring cleaning time? Begin at the library with these Green options! BATTERY RECYCLING Ongoing Recycle your used regular household batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, 9 volt). The library has a receptacle for you to drop off batteries anytime we are open. (No lithium ion batteries or computer batteries) SOLAR ENERGY BASICS HPA0282 Tuesday, April 28, 7:00pm Are you considering converting your home to solar energy or just wondering why the neighbors did? Solar energy expert Keith Wick will give you the details about how solar works, the installation process, tax incentives as well as answering any questions you may have. SHED THE MEDS HPA0204 Saturday, May 2, 10:00am to 2:00pm Recycle your medications! The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office will be at the library to offer you a safe way to properly dispose of your medications. Drop by with any unused prescriptions and they will safely be discarded, with no questions or personal information asked. Proper disposal is essential to protect the environment, and ensure that old prescriptions don’t end up in the wrong hands. PAPER SHREDDING Sunday, May 31, 2:00pm to 4:00 pm Drop by with your old papers and watch as they are chewed up by this industrial shredder! Bring up to 3 bags or boxes of personal documents. NO business shredding. WHAT’S THE BUZZ AT YOUR LIBRARY? “I did my career search using the library computers, and my search was a success which led to a great job!” – Patricia Blinn Hauppauge 6 Want to make a difference in other people’s lives? Come join us for Coffee and learn all about Rotary, and how it can change your life! Saturday March 21, 2015, Hauppauge Library from 9:30-11:30 AM. For more information about Rotary visit www.HauppaugeRotary.org Public Library Teen Programs and Volunteer Opportunities Hauppauge cardholders ONLY: In-person, telephone and on-line registration for programs begins Saturday, March 7, 2015. Out-of-District cardholders: Registration for programs begins Monday, March 16, 2015. 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 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. Teen Programs TEEN TECH WEEK RAFFLE: LIBRARIES ARE FOR MAKING Sunday, March 8- Saturday, March 14 Help us create a commercial for the Hauppauge Library. Every teen who submits an idea proposal will be entered into a raffle for some cool prizes and the winning proposal will work with our tech team to have their idea come to life! Stop by during “Teen Tech Week” to pick up a packet with all of the information you need. SAT PREP- SMALL GROUP INSTRUCTION HPY2031 Sundays: March 29, April 12, 19, 26, 3:00- 5:30pm *skipping April 5th for Easter Prepare for the SAT with this 10-hour preparation class taught by Tom Kenney, a certified teacher. Please provide payment in the form of a non-refundable check for $100, made payable to Tom Kenney. Participants MUST provide their own copy of the book: SAT College Board Book, 2nd edition. ABC’S OF WRITING: ESSAY WRITING FOR COLLEGE HPY2131 EAT PLAY LOVE VOLUNTEERS HPY2551 Tuesday, April 7, 7:00- 8:00pm Tuesday, May 5, 7:30- 8:30pm We will be making various dog and cat toys for area animal shelters. The library will provide everything you need to produce the toys that will make our local four-legged friends happy! (We will also be holding a food drive for the shelters. If possible, please come to this program with a donation of dried or canned dog/cat food.) (1 hour service credit) Whether you’re in college-level classes now or plan to be in the near future, this program will help you polish your skills and give you a framework for more clear and focused writing techniques. Bring an essay (either a draft or completed version) to the class for peer feedback. BATTLE OF THE BOOKS KICKOFF PARTY HPY2003 (Gr. 5-8 ONLY) Friday, May 15, 6:00– 7:00pm Battle of the Books, a reading trivia program for middleschoolers, is coming soon! This summer, each participant will be asked to read eight selected titles and compete against other readers for a chance to represent Hauppauge in a county-wide trivia contest in August. All the details you need to know for this exciting program, including the official list of titles, will be available at this kickoff party. Join us for some refreshments and to learn just how much fun this summer-long program can be! Hauppauge cardholders only. FATHER-TEEN BARBEQUE SPICE RUB HPY2045 Friday, June 19, 7:00- 8:00pm You and your Dad (or Uncle or Grandpa) and the Baking Coach will join forces to make some of the most flavorful spice rubs in town. You will make three separate spice rubs: one for chicken and pork, one for seafood, and one for beef. Enjoy a night out with that special person and go home to barbeque! BEYOND SELFIES: TEEN PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS HPY2128 Thursday, April 2, 4:00- 6:30pm SMILE-MAKERS VOLUNTEERS HPY2563 Wednesday, April 8, 3:00- 4:00pm Help us make some get well cards to brighten the day of sick children. All cards will be sent to the organization “Cards for Hospitalized Kids” and distributed to children around the country. (1 hour service credit) DECORATING COMMITTEE VOLUNTEERS HPY2505 Thursday, April 9 and Tuesday, June 2, 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 per session) SPRING CRAFT FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS HPY2508 Friday, April 10, 10:30am– 12:00pm Volunteer some time on your day off from school by helping children with seasonal craft projects. (1.5 hours service credit) SCRATCH ART BOOKMARK VOLUNTEERS HPY2590 Tuesday, April 14, 4:00- 6:00pm Volunteer Opportunities Help younger children decorate a special bookmark for their library books. (2 hours service credit) 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. TOY PARAMEDIC VOLUNTEERS HPY2510 Saturdays: April 18 and May 30, 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) BOOK BLOCK VOLUNTEERS HPY2567 Learn artistic tips and tricks from a professional photographer. Camile Arnone will walk you through the basics of photographing different types of situations (landscapes, sill life, action shots), use of lighting, setting up shots, etc. After this class, you’ll see the world with a new set of eyes! (You may even want to consider entering the Friends of the Library photography contest with your new-found inspiration!) Please bring your camera or smart phone with you to this hands-on program. GAME ON: TEEN GAME NIGHT HPY2079 Fridays: April 10, May 1, and June 12, 7:00- 8:30pm Join us for video games, air hockey, fun activities and lots of snacks! Bring yourself, bring your friends! MAZE RUNNER FAN PARTY HPY2130 Wednesday, April 15, 6:00- 6:45pm Celebrate Teen Literature Day with us! Trivia, crafts and activities centered on James Dashner’s popular book Maze Runner. COMIC BOOK DAY Saturday, May 2, 10:00am- 4:00pm Join us to celebrate the world of comics and graphic novels. There will be a limited number of free comic books available (while supplies last) courtesy of Fourth World Comics in Smithtown. No registration necessary. BABYSITTING SKILLS WORKSHOP HPY2004 Mondays: May 4, 11, and 18, 6:30- 8:30pm This program teaches basic child care skills to students who are interested in becoming a babysitter. Topics covered include: introduction to first aid, infant care, leadership qualities, marketing for babysitting jobs and interviewing family members for important information. Presented by the Town of Smithtown Youth Bureau. You must attend all three sessions in order to receive the certificate of completion. MOTHER-TEEN CHOCOLATE COVERED STRAWBERRIES HPY2129 Tuesday, May 12, 6:00- 8:00pm GAMES AT THE ARBORS VOLUNTEERS HPY2562 Monday, April 6, 1:30- 4:00pm Meet us at the Arbors West Assisted Living in Islandia to play various group games with the residents. Please see a librarian for full details and a permission slip. (2.5 hours service credit) Help create themed 3-D puzzles that go with popular children’s picture books. These book puzzles will be donated to local organizations serving children. (2 hours service credit) WATERCOLOR PLACEMAT VOLUNTEERS HPY2538 Tuesday, May 19, 6:00- 7:30pm CROCHET FOR A CAUSE VOLUNTEERS HPY2576 Fridays: March 13- May 15, 7:00-8:30pm Join fellow crocheters to work on various projects for local charities. (1.5 hours service credit per session) SPRING CLEAN-UP VOLUNTEERS HPY2588 Saturday, March 21, 10:00am- 12:00pm OR 2:00- 4:00pm Help us with some spring cleaning projects around the library. Sign up for ONE shift either in the morning or the afternoon. (2 hours service credit per session) 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) POW! BOOM! ZAP! VOLUNTEERS HPY2589 Wednesday, April 1 and Thursday, April 23, 7:00- 8:00pm Help us make some comic-bookinspired words, 3-D style. We’ll use these eye-catching props at the library this summer with our superherothemed reading clubs. (1 hour service credit per session) AFTERNOON OF GAMES VOLUNTEERS HPY2501 Thursday, April 6, 3:00- 4:30pm Play different types of board games with children in grades K-5. Be on hand to be an extra player if needed, encourage younger ones who may be shy, or help those in need of learning the rules of fair play. (1.5 hour services credit) Tuesday, May 5, 6:30- 7:30pm You and your Mom (or Aunt, or Grandma) are invited to join the Baking Coach in making a “bouquet” of chocolate covered strawberries. Spend some time together making a beautiful and yummy treat you can share when you get home! Hauppauge 7 Public Library AUTHORS UNLIMITED Saturday, April 25, 10:00am- 4:00pm This county-wide event celebrates reading by connecting teens and authors. Meet famous authors- hear their stories- get inspired! This FREE all-day event will be held at St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue. All are welcome! (Doors open at 9:30am.) There are multiple ways to earn community service credit before, during, and after this event. Please see a librarian for more information. SENIOR PROGRAMS March SENIOR ST. PATRICK’S DAY CELEBRATION HPS5009 Wednesday, March 11, 3:00pm Come experience the luck of the Irish with good company, lively conversations and scrumptious treats. BEST TRAVEL APPS WITH SENIORNET HPS5047 Monday, March 16, 3:30pm ONGOING ADULT AND SENIOR PROGRAMS AN AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES Tuesdays, 2:00pm Spend an entertaining afternoon at the library! Watch a popular new release movie every week on our large screen. MEXICAN TRAIN Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00am Join us each week to play this exciting game of dominoes. BEAT THE TAX DAY BLUES HPS5063 Wednesday, April 15, 3:00pm MAH JONG PLAYING Come chill out with your friends, have a treat and get with the beat! Wednesdays, 10:00am; Fridays, 11:30am Enjoy playing Mah Jong? Bring your sets and friends and get a game playing frenzy started. May STAYING INDEPENDENT FOR LIFE HPS5062 SCRABBLE PLAYING Learn how to reduce the risk of falls and improve the quality of your life with the Suffolk County Department of Health Services. Topics will include balance and strength training, vision and medication review, how to buy safe footwear, and how to keep the home environment safe. Spend a relaxing afternoon playing Scrabble with friends. Fridays, 12:30pm Friday, May 1, 10:00am to 12:00pm YARNCRAFTERS Every second and fourth Thursday of the month from 1:00 to 3:00. CINCO DE MAYO AFTER PARTY HPS5064 Wednesday, May 6, 3:00pm Enjoy a good party with your friends at the library while you celebrate Cinco de Mayo! Have a splash of special non-alcoholic mixers with some delicious snacks. PINTEREST WITH SENIORNET HPS5049 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. Monday, May 11, 3:30pm Whether you’re on vacation or a local area day trip, smartphone travel apps can help ensure that you make the most of your time. Join us to see a demonstration of the best of these apps – apps that are designed to be used when you’re at your destination of choice. ARTHRITIS AND JOINT FITNESS HPA0194 Fridays, March 27 to May 1, 1:00pm A physical therapist will be here to lead you in gentle exercises that are specially formulated to help promote joint strength and flexibility. Perfect to keep you moving if you suffer from arthritis. A signed physical fitness waiver must be ON FILE before the beginning of the first class. FOR HAUPPAUGE CARDHOLDERS ONLY Pinterest is a social media website that allows you to organize and share photos and ideas with others. Users create “pinboards” and then “pin” photos and content for topics such as recipes, home decorating, event planning – virtually any topic you can imagine. Join us to see why over 75 million people use Pinterest. EXERCISE WITH CATHY Tuesdays & Thursdays: March 17 to June 25, 10:00am HPS5001 Tuesdays & Thursdays: March 17 to June 25, 11:00am HPA0026 NO CLASSES ON APRIL 7 OR 9 Stay fit working out with Cathy! Bring water, weights, and a mat. A signed physical fitness waiver must be ON FILE before the beginning of the first class. FOR HAUPPAUGE CARD-HOLDERS ONLY. COLON CANCER AWARENESS HPA0267 Wednesday, May 13, 7:00pm Learn about the causes of colorectal cancer, the need for screening colonoscopies, the different techniques available, and the good news - the high cure rate. Dr. Eisdorfer (put what hospital affiliation?) will be here to answer all of your questions. DEFENSIVE DRIVING Early June JUNE IS IN BLOOM HPS5065 Wednesday, June 3, 3:00pm AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE HPS5040 Friday, March 20, 9:30am-4:00pm Wednesdays: April 22, May 13, 9:30am-4:00pm April AARP is bringing you a fully updated driver safety course. A non-refundable check payable to AARP is due at time of registration. The fees for this program are: $20 for AARP cardholders and $25 for non-AARP members. GOOGLE: MORE THAN JUST A SEARCH ENGINE HPS5031 Monday, April 13, 3:30pm Sit back and enjoy a spring picnic during gardening week at the library. You probably use Google at least a few times week to find information online. But do you know that Google offers services and information far beyond its search features? Join us for a demonstration of various Google services, including Google Earth, Google Translate, Google Drive, Google Apps, video, maps, and art. GREAT WEBSITES FOR SENIORS WITH SENIORNET HPS5066 Monday, June 8, 3:30pm DEFENSIVE DRIVING HPA0028 There are many websites that have information aimed at adults aged 50+. Join SeniorNet to explore some of the best of them. Sites cover lifestyle, health, travel, finance and more. Board Meetings are normally held on the third Thursday of each month at 7:30 pm. Upcoming Board meetings are scheduled for: March 19, April 16, May 21 Saturday, May 2, 10:00am-4:00pm Take this Suffolk Safety defensive driving class. A nonrefundable check for $28 payable to Suffolk Safety is due at the Reference Desk at time of registration. Hauppauge Public Library Board of Trustees Steven Bard Andrew Black Robert Druckenmiller Carol Poma Ralph Plotke, President Matthew Bollerman, Library Director Library Closed: April 5, May 10 and May 25 Hauppauge 8 Public Library
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