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“Think before you speak.
Read before you think.”
May 2015
~Fran Lebowitz
Sachem Public Library
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RIDE with Mark Berger
Sunday, May 3 • 2:00pm
Take a dusty tour of the American West. Musician/
songwriter Marc Berger will celebrate the mythology,
magic, and mystery of our vast frontier with songs from
his album RIDE, which has received national airplay
and is played in Starbucks stores worldwide. Marc
has performed at Austin’s South by Southwest Music
Festival and the Kerrville Folk Festival and has opened
shows for Bob Dylan. He will be accompanied by
D’Raz on accordion and Rich DePaolo on guitar.
Pet Adoption Fair
Love Songs of WWII
Saturday, May 16 • 10:00am–2:00pm
Sunday, May 17 • 2:00pm
Dr. Diane Cypkin will perform love songs made popular
during World War II, including Don’t Sit Under the Apple
Tree, You’ll Never Know, I’ll Walk Alone, A Nightingale
Sang in Berkeley Square, Yours, and Chatanooga Choo
Choo. Learn who created these classic tunes, who
danced and “romanced” to them, and what made them
unforgettable. Dr. Cypkin is a celebrated performer as well
as Professor of Media, Communication, and Visual Arts
at Pace University. She will be accompanied by pianist
Lena Panfilova, a graduate of the Moscow Conservatory.
Rain date: Saturday, May 30
Come meet your new best friend at our 5th Annual Pet
Adoption Fair in Inside/Out, the Library’s garden extension.
Representatives from over a dozen agencies will be in
attendance with adoptable cats, dogs, and more. This
year, the event will include an Adoptable Pet Fashion
Show at 12:00pm, featuring prizes for the top “models.”
Bring the whole family, and pick out a new addition!
Please do not bring your own pets. Only adoptable animals
from approved agencies are permitted in Inside/Out.
MEET THE AUTHORS: Memoirs in May!
Alice Eve Cohen
James Guiliani
The Year My
Mother Came Back
DogFella
Friday, May 8 • 7:00pm
Saturday, May 30 • 2:00pm
Latinas!
Sunday, May 31 • 2:00pm
Yvette Malavet-Blum will celebrate her favorite Latina
singers and heroines, performing bossa nova, samba,
and songs from West Side Story and Evita, as well as
popular Spanish contemporary hits. Yvette will be
accompanied by Bob Boutcher on piano and guitar and
Brian Wishin on drums.
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Library Trustees
Bob Winowitch, President
Diane Longo, Vice President
Marguerite Barone
Dennis Flavin
Carol Paulsen
Judith Willner, Director
Alicja Feitzinger, Assistant Director
Hours:
Monday–Friday9:30am–9:00pm
Saturday
9:30am–5:00pm
Sunday
12:00pm–5:00pm
Library closed:
Mother’s Day: Sunday, May 10
Memorial Day Weekend:
Sunday, May 24 & Monday, May 25
Inside/Out is open year-round, weather permitting,
during daytime Library hours, closing at dusk.
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Adults
ADULT REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Register online, by phone, or in person. Registration for programs with fees begins at 9:30am on
Wednesday, April 22. Registration for all other adult programs is ongoing. You may pay for programs using your credit card when you register online.
Otherwise, please make your payment by cash or check at the Welcome Desk within three days of registering or your reservation will be cancelled.
Bus Trip
Monthly Series
Private Garden of the North Fork
& Horton Point Lighthouse
Tuesday, June 30 • 9:00am departure
Program code: SAABT6 • Fee: $55
Resident registration ONLINE ONLY
Tuesday, May 12 • 10:00am
Dennis Schrader and Bill Smith will open the exquisite gardens at their private
home, Landcraft in Mattituck, featuring unusual and exotic varieties of plants
and décor from around the world, incorporating wildflower meadows and a
mosaic of succulents. Lunch will be at the Sound View Inn on the water in
Greenport. After lunch, tour the Horton Point Lighthouse in Southold, constructed
in 1857, one of seven historic lighthouses located in Southold Township.
There will be time to enjoy the grounds and visit the museum and gift
shop. Be prepared to stop at a farm stand or two on the way home!
PLEASE NOTE: Registered guests must also be library cardholders. If you
would like to bring a non-resident guest, call the Welcome Desk to add
a name to our out-of-district waiting list, and we will notify you if there
are any openings. You may pay online using your credit card when you
register. Otherwise, please make your payment by cash or check at the
Welcome Desk within three days or your reservation will be cancelled.
Accepting Life’s Changes
Saturday, May 16 • 10:00am
Program code: SAAALC5
This group will focus on transitioning through life’s constant changes.
Whether it be the loss of a loved one, a new career path, a love
relationship gone awry, the empty nest, aging parents, or an unforeseen
illness, share with others and learn to put on the NEW you! Richard
Murdocco, PhD, Stony Brook University Medical Center, will explore
these feelings as well as how closure and healing can occur through
difficult times.
News & Views
TOPIC: Domestic Abuse
Monday, May 18 • 10:30am • Program code: SAANV5
One in four women will experience domestic violence during her lifetime,
though it can happen to anyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity,
or sexual orientation. Discuss hot topics and come away with a deeper
understanding of our complex world at this monthly meeting led by
Sachem resident Peter Hanson.
Simply Creative Cinco de Mayo
Socrates Café
TOPIC: What makes a good president?
Tuesday, May 19 • 7:00pm • Program code: SAASC5
Exchange ideas with others while engaging in the Socratic practice of
questioning, led this month by local resident Charles Payret. There are over
600 ongoing Socrates Café gatherings around the globe coordinated by
hundreds of dedicated volunteers who are deeply committed to making
ours a more participatory and inclusive world.
Poetry: Verse in Person
Each month a guest poet presents a reading after which the audience is
encouraged to share original works at an open mic. This month’s guest is
Elizabeth Sackett, whose writing has appeared in Gandy Dancer. She received
her B.A. in English/Creative Writing from SUNY Geneseo, where she was the
winner of the Lucy Harmon Award for Fiction. Also an actress, Elizabeth runs
a theatre club for middle schoolers. Special thanks to Mankh, member of the
Performance Poets Association, for hosting this series.
Job Seekers Club
TOPIC: Why are some job openings
posted over and over?
Thursday, May 28 • 6:30pm • Program code: SAAJSC5
Need a helping hand in your job search? Career coach Bob Simmons will
discuss proven job-hunting techniques at our monthly support group. The
series will also provide a forum for job seekers of all ages to share their
experiences, sharpen their skills, and network with others.
On-Your-Own Train Trip to NYC
Picture This! and Garden Thyme
No meetings this month.
Smoothies: Fast and Furious,
Delicious and Nutritious
Tuesday, May 19 • 6:00pm
SAASFF5 • Fee: $5 (non-refundable)
Nutrition consultant and chef Tim Williams will prepare some of his
famous whole-food smoothies, which have been tested and enjoyed
by thousands. Discover the health benefits, and come away with
easy recipes and tips on buying equipment and ingredients.
Program code:
Tuesday, May 26 • 7:00pm • Program code: SAAVIP5
Can you be trapped in an abundance of space? ~“Outside the Box”
Saturday, May 30
$10 round trip (non-refundable)
Travel to NYC for a fraction of the regular fare! Leave as a group
at 9:40am out of Ronkonkoma Station, and return on your own.
Register by Wednesday, May 27 at the Welcome Desk.
Tuesday, May 5 • 1:00pm
SAACDM5 • Fee: $5 (non-refundable)
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Chef Rob Scott, who will prepare
tortilla soup, Mexican lasagna, and chocolate tacos with berries
and a raspberry coulis.
Program code:
Sachem residents only. Registration begins
Wednesday, April 22 at 9:30am.
Cooking the Books
Monday, May 4 • 6:30pm • Program code: SAACTB5
Do you enjoy browsing through cookbooks and trying new recipes?
Why not join our quarterly cookbook club? Stop by the Welcome Desk
to pick out a recipe from this season’s selection, Eat What You Love–
Everyday Fix by Marlene Koch. Prepare your dish at home and bring it
in for everyone to share and enjoy together! Registration is ongoing.
All Sachem residents welcome, but everyone must bring a dish.
Pilates
Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19 & 26 • 6:30pm
Program code: SAAPL5 • Fee: $20
Instructor Michele Ricciardi will lead this unique workout that strengthens
and stretches the “powerhouse” muscles of the body, focusing on the
abs, hips, and lower back. All participants must be able to stay on the
floor in various positions for extended times. Please bring a mat to class.
Yoga for Seniors
Wednesdays, May 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 2:00pm
Program code: SAAYS5 • Fee: $20
Experience the healing and restorative benefits of yoga with instructor
Kathy Rhind. Yoga offers the ability to relax your body and mind, improve your
musculoskeletal fitness and flexibility, and elevate your overall well-being.
Sachem residents only. Registration begins Wednesday, April 22 at 9:30am.
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MEET THE AUTHORS Memoirs
in May!
Alice Eve Cohen, The Year My Mother Came Back
Friday, May 8 • 7:00pm • Program code: SAAMTA5
30 years after her death, Alice Eve Cohen’s mother appears to her, seemingly in the flesh, and continues to do so
during the hardest year Alice has had to face: the year her youngest daughter needs a harrowing surgery, her eldest
daughter decides to reunite with her birth mother, and Alice herself receives a daunting diagnosis. Although letting her
mother back into her life is not an easy thing, Alice approaches it with humor, intelligence, and honesty. As it turns out,
it’s entirely possible for the people we’ve lost to come back to us when we need them the most.
James Guiliani, DogFella
In conversation with Julie Klam,
author of You Had Me at Woof
Saturday, May 30 • 2:00pm • Program code: SAADF5
How did an addicted ex–con on the verge of suicide become a caring member of the community? With a little help from
a shih tzu named Bruno. James “Head” Guiliani, a confidante of the Gotti regime, was arrested and jailed on a weapons
charge. After his release, he fell back into alcohol and drug addiction—until, one day, he came across an abandoned,
abused dog in the street. DogFella recounts the story of Guiliani’s life, from his involvement in street gangs and the
infamous Gotti crime family to his incarceration and eventual redemption through animal welfare.
Books will be available for purchase and signing.
Decorating the
White House
Monday, May 11 • 7:00pm
Program code: SAADWH5
At age 24, Frank Lazzaro was hired by Betty
Ford as the White House Christmas Tree
Decorator. For the next 12 years, through
the Ford, Carter, and Reagan administrations,
he served as the White House Holiday and
State Dinner Decorator. Frank will share his
experiences and present a photographic tour
of the White House.
U.S. Border Patrol Dogs
Sinatra:
The Man and His Music
Monday, May 4 • 7:00pm
Program code: SAASMM5
During the year of Sinatra’s centenary, his
music remains as vital and influential as ever.
Why does his sound endure? Most likely
because of the near-impossibility of separating
Sinatra’s music from his larger-than-life
mystique. Jazz musician and educator Tom
Manuel, Director of Jazz Studies at LIU Post,
will help unravel the man and his music and
explore Sinatra’s long career.
Gems of Genius:
The Chopin Mazurkas
Wednesday, May 13 • 7:00pm
Program code: SAABPD5
Canine Border Patrol Officers and their canine
partners will conduct a Narcotic and Agriculture
Detector Dog presentation. Only one out of
every one hundred dogs passes the U.S. Border
Patrol selection test and is accepted into the
program. Find out how these dogs defend our
borders by detecting illegal narcotics and
prohibited agricultural items.
Wednesday, May 6 • 7:00pm
Program code: SAAGG5
Frederic Chopin wrote 52 mazurkas during his
39 years. Ruth Spencer, Lecturer in Music at
City College and the 92nd Street Y, will perform
about a dozen of these mazurkas, some of
which are barely a minute long. Ms. Spencer
has done research on the famed composer in
Paris, Poland, and Majorca. The performance
will begin with a talk on Chopin’s life, featuring
photos of places where he lived and worked.
Therapy Animals:
Does Your Pet Have
What It Takes?
50 Years:
The Sound of Music
Wednesday, May 27 • 7:00pm
Program code: SAATA5
Therapy animals visit hospitals and nursing
homes, assist with reading programs at schools
and libraries, and provide stress relief at
colleges and universities. Tom Tulipan of
Pet Partners, who brings his pets to Sachem
Library’s “Book Time with a Dog” program,
will discuss the process of having your pet
evaluated and registered as a therapy animal.
Find out which breeds and personality traits
are preferred, which organizations can evaluate
your pet, and receive a step-by-step
explanation of the registration process.
Please do not bring your pet to this program.
Tuesday, May 12 • 7:00pm
Program code: SAASM5
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the
film, James Kolb, Ph.D., Professor of Drama at
Hofstra University, will discuss Rodgers and
Hammerstein’s The Sound of Music. Though
it won five Tony Awards in 1960, the show’s
ongoing popularity can be traced to the
celebrated 1965 film version starring Julie
Andrews, which won five Academy Awards.
This presentation will look at both the stage
and film versions of this enduring classic.
Ayurveda: Your Gateway
to Good Health
Saturday, May 2 • 2:00pm
Program code: SAAAY5
Ayurveda, literally translated as “the science
of life,” is a comprehensive holistic healing
system that teaches you how to live in harmony
with your own unique nature for optimum
health. Learn the principles of Ayurveda at this
informative and interactive workshop with Kim
Williams, certified Ayurvedic lifestyle counselor.
Discover your mind-body type and take away
simple and practical tips to improve your
quality of life.
Fire Island National
Seashore, 50 Years Old!
Wednesday, May 20 • 7:00pm
Program code: SAAFI5
From the Fire Island Lighthouse to the
extensive salt marshes of New York’s only
federally designated wilderness area, Fire
Island National Seashore has something for
everyone. The area was established as part of
the National Park Service on September 11,
1964. Take a tour of Fire Island’s history,
natural and cultural resources, and unique
communities with a National Park Service
Interpretive Ranger.
Stories from Vietnam
Thursday, May 28 • 10:30am
Program code: SAASV5
To honor the service of more than five million
men and women in Vietnam, local resident
and Vietnam veteran Peter Hanson will lead
this discussion commemorating the 50th
anniversary of first big build-up of American
ground troops. Vietnam veterans and all those
who served in our Armed Forces are invited
to participate and share their stories, and all
are welcome to attend.
Line and Country Dancing
Friday, May 15 • 7:30pm
Program code: SAALCD5
Break out your denim and boots and learn one of the most popular
dance styles in the U.S. with instructor Norma Granofsky.
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Adults
MOVIES
For R-rated movies, those under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.
New Releases!
Magic in the Moonlight
Thursday, May 7 • 1:30 & 6:30pm
When a magician is asked to determine whether or not a clairvoyant is a fraud,
he finds himself falling in love with her. Directed by Woody Allen. Starring Colin
Firth, Emma Stone, Marcia Gay Harden. (PG13-1:37)
Thursday, May 14 • 1:30 & 6:30pm
Three women who have been driven mad by pioneer life are to be transported
across the country in a covered wagon by the pious Mary Bee Cuddy, who in
turn employs low-life drifter George Briggs to assist her. Directed by Tommy Lee
Jones. Starring Tommy Lee Jones, Hilary Swank, Grace Gummer. (R-2:02)
Nightcrawler
Thursday, May 21 • 1:30 & 6:30pm
When Lou Bloom, a man desperate for work, muscles into the world of L.A.
crime journalism, he blurs the line between observer and participant to become
the star of his own story. Directed by Dan Gilroy. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Rene
Russo, Bill Paxton. (R-1:57)
Thursday, May 28 • 1:30 & 6:00pm
Filmed over 12 years, this is the life of Mason Evans, from early childhood to his
arrival at college. Directed by Richard Linklater. Starring Ellar Coltrane, Patricia
Arquette, Ethan Hawke. (R-2:42)
Reel Rebels: Living Is Easy with Eyes Closed
Tuesday, May 5 • 6:00pm
In Spain in 1966, an English teacher and die-hard Beatles fan picks up two
hitchhikers on his quest to meet John Lennon, who’s filming there. Intriguing,
informative, sometimes controversial, but always thought provoking, this
monthly series combines the best in film and discussion. Spanish with English
subtitles. Directed by David Trueba. Starring Javier Camara, Natalia de Molina
and Francesc Colomer. (2014, NR – 1:48) (3 hours)
Saturday Foreign Film: Monsieur Lazhar
Saturday, May 9 • 2:00pm
Algerian immigrant Bachir Lazhar is hired to replace a popular teacher who
committed suicide in her Montreal classroom, helping the children overcome
their grief as he deals with his own painful past. French with English subtitles.
Directed by Philippe Falardeau. Starring Mohamed Fellag, Sophie Nélisse,
Émilien Néron. (2011, PG13-1:34)
Special Film Presentations
A veteran chef faces off against his
restaurant group’s new CEO, who
wants the establishment to bring in a
younger chef who specializes in
molecular gastronomy. French with
English subtitles. Directed by Daniel
Cohen. Starring Jean Reno, Salome
Stevenin, Michael Youn. (2014,
PG13-1:24)
Buena Vista
Social Club
Wednesday, May 13 • 1:30pm
Aging Cuban musicians whose talents
had been virtually forgotten are
brought out of retirement by music
legend Ry Cooder, who travels to
Havana in order to bring the musicians
together, resulting in triumphant
performances of extraordinary music.
Spanish and English with English
subtitles. Directed by Wim Wenders.
(1999, G-1:45)
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The Human Stain
by Philip Roth
Wednesday, May 27 • 7:00pm
In 1998 in a small New England town, an
aging classics professor is forced to retire
when his colleagues decree that he is a
racist. The charge is a lie, but the real
truth about Silk would have astonished
even his most virulent accuser.
by Mary Ann Shaffer
Thursday, May 28 • 12:00pm
In 1946, as England emerges from the
shadow of World War II, writer Juliet Ashton
finds inspiration for her next book in her
correspondence with a native of Guernsey
and his eccentric friends, who tell her about their island, the
books they love, and their book club born as an alibi during
German occupation.
Civil War
This group meets quarterly.
Rebel Yell: The Violence,
Boyhood
Le Chef
at the Circulation Desk.
The Guernsey Literary
& Potato Peel Pie Society
The Homesman
Friday, May 8 • 1:30pm
BookDiscussions
Copies of these books are available
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Passion, and Redemption
of Stonewall Jackson
by S.C. Gwynne
Wednesday, May 13 • 7:00pm
An award-winning author presents a
narrative profile of the legendary Civil War
general that shares insights into his
military achievements, his role in the
Confederate identity, and his universally mourned death.
TNT (20 & 30-Somethings)
Mr. Penumbra’s
24-Hour Bookstore
by Robin Sloan
Friday, May 15 • 7:00pm
After a layoff during the recent recession
sidelines his tech career, Clay Jannon takes
a job at the titular bookstore in San Francisco,
and soon realizes that the establishment
is a facade for a strange secret.
Murder Among Friends
Shadow Prey
by John Sandford
Thursday, May 21 • 7:00pm
Detective Lucas Davenport joins forces with
NYPD detective Lucy Rothenburg to solve a
series of grisly killings that have terrorized
the country from Minneapolis to New York.
America’s Women
This 12-month nonfiction series continues through August 2015.
Nancy: The Story
of Lady Astor
by Adrian Fort
Tuesday, May 26 • 3:00pm
A portrait of the social activist and first
woman elected to the House of Commons
includes coverage of her American
ancestry, her determination to introduce
American ideas into British politics, and her relationships with
such figures as Winston Churchill, FDR, and J. M. Barrie.
In the Gallery
Bell Street Artists
Bursting Forth
The Bell Street Artists, founded in 1973, is a collective comprised
of distinguished artists working throughout Suffolk County.
Members promote arts education by providing demonstrations
to elementary school students, serving as mentors to local
high school students, and offering adult education courses.
This award-winning group has exhibited across the metropolitan
area and has generated scholarships for hundreds of talented
young art students. This special spring exhibit will include
artworks in various media by group members as well as
works by Patchogue-Medford student John Quatrale. The
display case will feature sculpture and pottery.
Art Reception • Saturday, May 9 • 1:00pm
Language Learning & Conversation
Museum Adventure
Through May 10 at the New-York
Historical Society, Part III of the highly
acclaimed series Audubon’s Aviary:
The Complete Flock showcases
masterpieces from their collection of
John James Audubon’s preparatory
watercolors for the sumptuous
double-elephant-folio print
edition of The Birds
of America (1827–38). Experience history,
science, nature, and art with free
admission to a number of area
museums. Reserve your Museum
Adventure online, by phone, or in
person at the Welcome Desk.
English
Spanish
Tuesdays at 10:30am
Fridays at 10:00am
Saturdays at 11:00am
Mondays at 12:00pm
No registration required. Join anytime!
Career Counseling
Need help updating your resume, creating a LinkedIn
profile, or preparing for an interview? As a Sachem
resident, you may make an appointment for a FREE
one-on-one session with our professional career
counselor Karen McKenna, who will help you
develop a strategic job search plan that will get
results. Call the Welcome Desk for an appointment.
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Express Yourself
ADULT REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Register online, by phone, or in person. Registration for programs with fees begins at
9:30am on Wednesday, April 22. You may pay for programs using your credit card when you register online. Otherwise, please make
your payment by cash or check at the Welcome Desk within three days of registering or your reservation will be cancelled.
The
Art Encounter
Wednesdays at 11:00am
Artist Tom de Gruyl leads this weekly gathering
of art enthusiasts. Work in your favorite
media, share ideas, and learn new techniques
in a relaxed atmosphere. Bring your supplies
and a work-in-progress or start something
new. No registration required.
Quilters Sew-In
Saturday, May 2 • 10:00am
In this open sew-in, share your ideas with
others and learn hands-on cutting and
blocking techniques. Bring your project-inprogress or start something new. Beginners
welcome. No registration required.
Decorate Your Cupcakes
Wednesday, May 6 • 6:30pm
Program code: SAADC5 • Fee: $5 (non-refundable)
Learn to decorate like a pro with pastry chef
Maria Acevedo. Please bring 12 cupcakes to
class. Sachem residents only.
Knit & Crochet @Night
Greeting Cards
Thursday, May 7 • 7:00pm and
Wednesday, May 13 • 7:00pm
SAAGC5 • Fee: $5 (non-refundable)
Paper crafters Barbara Fitzgerald and Jean
Lubicich will help you create three unique spring
greeting cards of your choice and a gorgeous
case to carry them in, using the techniques of
stamping, embossing, and embellishing. Please
bring scissors and adhesive (either a tape
runner or glue stick). Sachem residents only.
Knit & Crochet in the Morning
Tuesday, May 12 • 10:00am
“Knot” doing well with your knitting project?
Need help unraveling the mysteries of
crochet? Marion Reiter will provide the
guidance you need in this friendly and
informal group. No registration required.
Scrapbooking & Cardmaking
TOPIC: Tools for Scrapbooking
Friday, May 8 • 10:00am
Find out which simple tools you need to get
started with scrapbooking. Gather your photos
and supplies and join us at this monthly gathering
where paper crafters share tips and work on
projects together. No registration required.
Barefoot Sandal Jewelry
Monday, May 11 • 6:30pm
SAABS5 • Fee: $12 (non-refundable)
Cynthia Theofel will help you create a unique set
of foot jewelry adorned with crystals and beads.
This trendy fashion statement can be worn
with or without sandals. Sachem residents only.
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Quilting Circle
Tuesday, May 26 • 7:00pm
Love to quilt or want to learn how? This
monthly gathering provides quilting
companionship and direction in a friendly,
supportive environment. You will receive
a simple pattern with instructions at
each meeting. All levels are welcome.
No registration required.
Fire-Fringe Copper Earrings
Saturday, May 30 • 10:00am
SAAFF5 • Fee: $10 (non-refundable)
Instructor Dana Neger will help you hammer
copper into an exquisite pair of earrings.
Sachem residents only.
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desTEENation
Registration for Teen programs begins on Friday, April 17 at 9:30am. You may register online or by phone only. Please have your library card ready
when phoning in for a registration. When registering online, fees must be paid within three days of registration. Program fees are non-refundable.
Summer Registration
Summer Reading Club Preview
Registration for all teen summer programs begins
on Saturday, June 6 at 9:30am online or by phone
only. The summer program brochure will be
available online and in Teen Services beginning
mid-May. Programs are open to those who are
entering grades 6-12 in September. You will need a
teen library card to register. If you are entering
grade 6 in the fall, you can update to a teen library
card by coming to the Library with a parent or
guardian beginning May 15.
Registration for this summer’s teen reading club “Unmask” starts on Saturday, June 20.
Ask for details in Teen Services.
Animation Studio:
Godzilla & Monsters
Sunday, May 31 • 2:00pm
Program code: SAT165
Watch and learn how to draw famous monsters
with Teen Librarian Stacey. (2 hours)
Battle of the Books
If you love to read and are entering grades 6-9 in
September, consider joining Sachem Library’s
team for the annual Suffolk County Battle of the
Books. Read the selected eight titles, come to
our weekly meetings, and compete to be one of
the players to represent Sachem Public Library in
the county competition. The titles for this year
will be announced on May 15. The county
competition is scheduled for Saturday, August 1
at Stony Brook University.
Common Core Math
Geometry
Wednesday, May 27 • 6:30pm
Program code: SAT463
Prepare for the upcoming Common Core Geometry
test with a certified instructor. (2 hours)
Manga Book Discussion
Attack on Titan
by Hajime Isayama
Monday, May 18 • 6:00pm
Program code: SAT116
For the past century, surviving
humans have hidden in a
giant, three-walled city,
trapped in fear of the bizarre,
giant humanoids known as
the Titans. Pick up a copy at
the Circulation Desk starting
April 1. (1 hour)
Live Study Help:
Digital Resources @Your Library
Wednesday, May 6 • 7:00pm
Program code: SAT278
Discover some of the great digital resources the
library has to offer for homework assistance and
research, including Brainfuse, our online tutoring
and test prep site. Teens and parents welcome.
(1 hour)
Pre-Licensing Course
Saturday, May 9 • 9:30am-2:00pm
Fee: $40
Are you ready to take your road test? This
five-hour course fulfills Department of Motor
Vehicles requirements and puts you on the road
to becoming a licensed driver. Walk-ins are
welcome with cash payment only. Remember
to bring your learner’s permit.
Star Wars Drop-In
Monday, May 4 • 2:00pm-8:00pm
May the Fourth be with you!
Celebrate Star Wars Day with
crafts, trivia, and movies.
No registration required. (6 hours)
Superhero Saturday
Saturday, May 2 • 1:00pm-4:00pm
Channel your inner superhero with crafts,
movies, video games and more! Dress up as your
favorite superhero (or invent your own). We’ll be
giving away comic books in honor of Free Comic
Book Day. No registration required. (3 hours)
Bingo Bonanza!
Friday, May 8 • 7:00pm
Program code: SAT163
You’ve never played Bingo like this before! Teen
Librarian Kyle will keep you on your toes with a
variety of Bingo games, challenges, and chances
to win prizes. (1.5 hours)
Drop-In/D.I.Y. Teen Workshops
Workshops vary monthly. Stop by Teen Services for a flyer with more details. Space is
guaranteed to the first 20 teens or as long as supplies last. No registration required.
Camera Club • Thursday, May 7 • 6:00pm-7:30pm
Pokémon Club • Wednesday, May 13 • 6:00pm-7:30pm
Teen Reporters • Thursday, May 14 • 6:00pm-7:30pm
Wii Night • Friday, May 15 • 6:00pm-8:00pm
Gamers Unite & Block Heads • Wednesday, May 20 • 6:00pm-7:30pm
Movie Marathon • Friday, May 22 • 2:00pm-8:00pm
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Nature Journaling
Saturday, May 23 • 2:00pm
Program code: SAT441
Use your senses to observe and record nature
with sketching, watercolor, leaf pressing, and
poetry. Spend time in the Library’s Inside/Out
garden extension documenting nature with a
journal you can keep. (2 hours)
Teen Book Raffle
If you’re in grades 6-12, drop by
Teen Services during the month of
May and fill out a raffle ticket. You
could win an autographed copy of
The Wave by Todd Strasser. One
entry per person. Good luck!
Sachem Teen
Volunteers
Program code: SAT365
Need community service hours? Join Sachem
Teen Volunteers and give back to your
community. You may choose one volunteer
opportunity in May. Registration begins on
Friday, April 17.
Crafts for a Cause
Monday, May 11 • 6:30pm
Help make crafts that will be shared with the
community. (1.5 hours)
Drop In
Community Service
Saturday, May 9 • 2:30pm
Need a couple of extra service hours? Stop in
to assist the library with assorted projects.
Limited to 20 teens. First come, first served.
(2 hours)
Pet Adoption Fair
Saturday, May 16
9:30am-12:30pm OR 12:00pm-3:00pm
Help with set-up, clean-up, and other tasks
at the Pet Adoption Fair. Space is limited.
(3 hours)
Teen Book Reviews
Earn community service credit by reviewing
award-winning Young Adult books. The
application and list of books are available
online or in Teen Services. You will earn
3 hours of community service for each
submitted book review that meets the
required guidelines, up to 9 hours per month.
Teen Reporters Meet-Up
Thursday, May 14 • 6:30pm-7:30pm
Complete an application to film a video, write
an article, or create artwork based on your
interests. Not an artist, writer, or aspiring film
maker? Sign up to help edit and lay out
completed projects! Earn up to 3 hours of
community service hours for each completed
assignment. Stories will be used for a teen
web series, on library social media, and a
new teen zine project.
Children
Monday, May 4 – Sunday, May 10
Children’s 7th Annual Book Drive
Friday, May 1 – Sunday, May 17
Make a difference in a child’s life by giving the gift of reading. The Library will collect gently
used children’s books to donate to local area family shelters. Board books, picture books,
children’s chapter books, and even parenting books will be greatly appreciated. Look for
the Book Donations Box in Children’s Services.
Children’s Book Week Raffle
Win a gift certificate to a local bookstore! Children from birth to grade 5 are invited to enter
our Book Week Raffle. Visit the Children’s Reference Desk between May 1 and May 17 and
write the name of your favorite book on a raffle form. Entry is limited to Sachem Public Library
cardholders. Each child may enter once per day and may win only one gift certificate.
Mother’s Day Surprise
Parenting Program:
Toilet Learning
Saturday, May 2
10:00am or 11:30am
SAJ518
Grades K to 3 without caregiver
Surprise that special someone in your life
with something money can’t buy: a
handmade gift from you. Whether it’s your
mom, grandma, aunt or another special
person, she will treasure a handmade craft
project designed with your love. Make sure
you keep it a secret until Mother’s Day!
No siblings. Registration begins Tuesday,
April 21 at 9:30am by telephone or online.
(60 minutes)
Wednesday, June 3 • 7:00pm
Program code:
LisaJoy and Friends
Taught by a NYS certified special education
teacher with over 20 years of experience,
these three-week enrichment classes are
designed for children with developmental
delays or special needs, including those
along the autism spectrum. Partner with
your child in a calm, relaxed environment
that will provide an intimate setting for
learning through sensory activities. These
are inclusive programs; all children,
including siblings, are welcome. If you need
special accommodations to attend, please
contact us two weeks prior to program.
LisaJoy and Friends Preschool
Ages 2-5 with caregiver
Saturdays, May 16, 23 & 30 • 10:00am
Program code: SAJ275
Registration begins Tuesday, May 5 at
9:30am by telephone or online. (45 minutes)
LisaJoy and Friends Grade School
Grades K-5 with caregiver
Thursdays, May 7, 14 & 21 • 4:30pm
SAJ276
Registration begins Tuesday, April 28 at
9:30am by telephone or online. (45 minutes)
Program code:
Game Night
Friday, May 22 • 7:00pm
Grades 3 to 5 without caregiver
No siblings. No registration required.
(90 minutes)
Summer Reading Club Preview
This summer’s reading club starts Saturday,
June 20. The summer program brochure will be
available online and in Children’s Services
beginning mid-May.
Summer Programs Registration
Summer programs are open to children
from birth through entering 5th grade. You
will need a children’s barcode to register.
Parents, please obtain library cards for your
children prior to registration. Registration
begins online or by telephone at the
following dates and times:
Monday, June 1 • 9:30am: Birth through
under 36 months
Tuesday, June 2 • 9:30am: 3 to 5 years old
and entering Kindergarten (with a caregiver)
Wednesday, June 3 • 9:30am: Entering
Grades 1 to 3
Thursday, June 4 • 9:30am: Entering
Grades 4 & 5 and Strongroots
Friday, June 5 • 9:30am: Entering
Grades 1 to 5 and Family Shows
No registration is required.
Tickets will be available 15 minutes
before the start of the program on a
first-come, first-served basis. Materials
for these programs are appropriate
for children ages 3-5, but all are
welcome to attend.
Little Listeners
Shots for Tots
No registration required.
For more information, call:
Child Health Immunization Program Hotline
(631) 854-0222
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Drop In for Fun
Monday, May 4 • 10:00am
Monday, May 18 • 10:00am
Restrictions on the
number of
programs for
which you can
register will be
lifted Friday, June
12 at 9:30am.
When the
restrictions are
lifted, please
adhere to all
posted age and
grade
requirements.
Tuesday, May 26 • 3:00pm-6:30pm
Program code: SAJ409
It’s nearly summer, the time when thoughts
of parents of young children often turn to
toilet training. Learn to recognize the signs
of readiness for this cooperative endeavor,
and find out how to make it a positive
experience for you and your child. Leah
Dombroff, parent educator, will offer
practical suggestions and helpful hints to
guide parents through this sometimes
trying period. Adults only. Registration
begins Tuesday, May 12 at 9:30am by
telephone or online. (90 minutes)
Spring Family Fun Night
Wednesday, May 6 • 6:30pm
Pajama Storytime
Friday, May 15 • 6:30pm
Saturday Storycrafts
Saturday, May 16 • 6:30pm
Friday Night Family Film
Hook
Friday, May 8 • 6:30pm
When Captain Hook
kidnaps Peter Pan’s
children, Peter must
return to Neverland,
reclaim his youthful
spirit, and challenge
his old enemy.
(1991, PG-1:82)
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May Monthly Programs and Services
Holiday Closings
Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 10
Memorial Day Weekend
Sunday, May 24
Monday, May 25
Library Tours
Friday, May 1 • 11:00am
and Tuesday, May 12 • 7:00pm
Call for appointment.
Free Blood Pressure Testing
Thursday, May 7
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Call for appointment.
Writers’ Workshop
Tuesday, May 12
6:45pm – 8:45pm
Friends of Sachem Library Meeting
Thursday, May 14
10:30am – 12:30pm
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Monday, May 18 • 7:00pm
Notary Public Services
Mondays-Fridays:
10:00am – 12:00pm
2:00pm – 4:00pm
Defensive Driving
Call for availability.
Arthritis Exercise
Thursdays at 11:45am. Fee: $40
Registration for the next 8-week session
begins Thursday, May 21.
Tai Chi Classes
Mondays at 10:00am. Fee: $40
Registration for the next 8-week session
begins Monday, April 27.
Health Care Counseling
Tuesday, May 26
Call for appointment.
Senior Advocate
Thursday, June 18
2:30pm – 4:30pm (every other month)
Career Counseling
Call for appointment.
LIRR to New York City
Saturday, May 30
$10 round trip (non-refundable)
Leave as a group at 9:40am out of
Ronkonkoma Station.
Register by Wednesday, May 27
at the Welcome Desk.
Calling All
Local Authors!
Would you like to
participate in our Local
Author Fair in Inside/Out
on Saturday, June 20?
Fill out an application,
available on our website
and at the Welcome Desk.
Any questions, contact
Lauren Gilbert, Head of
Community Services.
COMPUTER COURSES
Sign up online, in person, or by phone at 588-5024, ext. 232, beginning Friday, April 24 at 9:30am. Seating is limited, so classes are for district
residents only. If there are any openings the day before the class, non-residents may register. All sessions are 90 minutes, unless otherwise noted.
Tech 30 Appointments
One-on-One, 30-minute Technology Help
Tuesdays: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Wednesdays: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Call for an appointment: 588-5024 ext.232
Is there a particular website that you just can’t
seem to figure out? Do you have a problem
with your email, or need help with Word, Excel,
or PowerPoint? Maybe you can’t understand
how to download a book to your smartphone or
tablet. If so, make an appointment to meet
with one of our technology experts! Please
note: Library staff cannot perform computer
repairs, virus removals, or hardware
installations.
Computer Files 101
Friday, May 1 • 10:00am
SAECF101
Learn the ins and outs of working with
computer files, including creating, modifying,
saving, printing, and attaching to an email.
Basic computer skills are necessary.
Program code:
Introduction to Computers II
Outdoor Digital Photography Techniques
iPad/iPhone Settings
Tuesday, May 5 • 12:00pm
(Rain date: Wednesday, May 6 • 12:00pm)
Tuesday, May 19 • 7:00pm
SAEODP
Learn the basics of taking great outdoor
photos. Our photography expert will help you
with composition, exposure, focus modes,
and lighting techniques. The class will meet
in Inside/Out, the Library’s garden extension.
Please bring your camera. (2 hours)
Program code:
Introduction to Publisher
PowerPoint I
SAEPPI
An animated PowerPoint presentation can be
a powerful tool for sharing information with a
group of people. This workshop will introduce
PowerPoint and teach the basics of its use.
Basic computer skills are necessary.
Program code:
PowerPoint II
Thursday, May 14 • 7:00pm
SAEPPII
This session will expand on the first session,
providing more in-depth knowledge of the use
of PowerPoint. Prerequisite: PowerPoint I
Program code:
iPad/iPhone Users Group
Monday, May 11 • 7:00pm
SAEIC2
In Part II of this series, you’ll learn basic word
processing skills and how to work with text and
files. Basic Computer skills or attendance at
the Introduction to Computers course are
necessary to fully participate in this class.
(2 hours)
FREE eBooks through
the Library – OverDrive
FREE Photo Editing
with Picasa!
Monday, May 4 • 7:00pm
OR Wednesday, May 20 • 2:00pm
Program code:
Program code:
SAEOD
Did you know you can borrow eBooks through
the Library for FREE? Bring your device to this
class and learn how to use the Library’s
OverDrive eBook lending service. Basic
computer skills are necessary.
Program code:
Thursday, May 21 • 7:00pm
Thursday, May 7 • 7:00pm
SAEIUG
Do you own an iPad or iPhone
and know the basics but
want to learn more? At the
bi-monthly meetings of Sachem’s
new iPad/iPhone Users Group,
you can get the advice of our
resident expert and/or help
from the group. (1 hour)
Saturday, May 2 • 10:00am
Program code:
Monday, May 18 • 6:30pm
SAEPIC
Become an instant graphic
artist with Google’s free image
editing program, Picasa. Learn
how to alter, re-touch, filter
and add effects to images
to create works of art or just
improve your digital photos.
Intermediate or advanced
computer skills are necessary.
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Confused by the settings on your iPad, iPhone,
or iPod Touch? At this workshop you’ll learn
about all of the settings on your IOS device,
from airplane mode to Wi-Fi setup and
everything in between. Please bring your
device to class.
Program code:
APP
SAEPUB
Microsoft Publisher allows you to create
professional-looking brochures, flyers, and
posters for printing or sharing online. Design
your own publications from scratch or use
one of the many pre-designed templates.
Basic computer skills are necessary.
Program code:
Microsoft Office SmartArt
Thursday, May 28 • 7:00pm
SAESA
A wide variety of SmartArt graphics are
available in Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and
Word. By using this feature, you can quickly
and easily create designer-quality graphics
for your documents and presentations.
Basic Microsoft Word skills are necessary.
Program code:
Download the New
Sachem Library App!
Keep the library in your pocket!
With the Sachem Library
Mobile app, you can log into
your library record, renew or
request items, register for
programs, reserve a museum
pass, access downloadable
books, music, magazines,
or movies, and stay updated
with important library
announcements. No need to
fumble for your library card,
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fingertips. The free Sachem
Library app is available
through Apple’s app store
and the Google Play store.