Rockin’ Songs You Can Sing To! Saturday, July 18 at 2:00 p.m. Turnpike Joe & The Traffic Jam have been entertaining the Long Island music scene since 1977, with tight renditions of Rock/Pop tunes. The band performs a wide variety of 60s & 70s songs for ages 8 - 80, from soft rock favorites by such artists as Buddy Holly, Herman’s Hermits and Carl Perkins, to rock ‘n’ roll by The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Steve Miller, The Ramones, Tom Petty, Queen and much more. Band Members: Turnpike Joe - Lead & Rhythm Guitar, Vocals; Joanne J-Bird Phillips - Bass, Percussion, Vocals; Ira Kaye - Bass, Percussion, Vocals; Jay Sharkey - Drums, Vocals. Bring the whole family. July/August 2015 Newsletter www.longbeachlibrary.org 516-432-7201 e-mail: [email protected]Channels Long Beach Public Library 111 West Park Ave., Long Beach, NY 11561 • Bakithi Kumalo Band (Bassist From Paul Simon) • Bob Lepley • Chieli Minucci & Special EFX • Dean Brown Band • Frank Vignola Duo • Mark Egan Trio • Mino Cinelu Group • Nicki Parrott Trio • Rhythm Future • Steve Adelson New Stick-Tet • The Queens Cartoonists Trio of OZ featuring Omar Hakin & Rachel Z • Uppercut The 13th Annual Long Beach The Long Beach Public Library is proud to present: Thursday, September 17 to Sunday, September 20 The Diane Drake Jazz Ensemble presents: Jazz Extravaganza Saturday, July 11 at 2:00 p.m. Hear Diane Drake, trumpet, flugelhorn and cornet; Roberta Piket, piano & vocals; Cameron Brown on string bass and Billy Mintz, drums and scat, perform your favorite melodies from the 1930’s to the present. Selections are from the song books of Irving Berlin, Sammy Cahn, Hoagy Carmichael, Mack David, Vernon Duke, Cole Porter and more. Bakithi Kumalo Trio of OZ Nicki Parrott Trio Mark Egan As always, the festival is produced by local resident and musician Steve Adelson. The final schedule will be posted in the September Channels. Schedule subject to change. For more information go to: www.longbeachjazzfest.com A Tribute to Great Lyricists with Naomi Zeitlin Saturday, August 8 at 2:00 p.m. Think about some of your favorite songs. What makes them your favorites? Is it the melody, the rhythm, the lyrics, or is it perhaps the way all of those pieces come together to make the whole into a true work of art? A rich variety of music with “standout” lyrics, reflecting many song styles, moods, and emotions will be explored. Hear several well-known lyricists such as Ira Gershwin, Lawrence Hart, Johnny Mercer and Fred Ebb, and other “lesser known” lyricists such as Mitchell Parrish and Jack Murphy. There are some songwriters who did, or do it all, such as Cole Porter, Stephen Sondheim, Jerry Herman and Stephen Schwartz. Ella Fitzgerald, The First Lady of Song with Jack Schnur Saturday, September 5 at 2:00 p.m. This program will cover Ella’s 60 year career starting as a vocalist with the Chick Webb Orchestra in 1935. In 1938 she had her first hit song, “A Tiskett a Tasket”. She became the #1 female jazz artist and performed all over the world. Hear Ella singing with such greats as Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and others. She received 13 Grammy Awards for her many recordings. There will be interviews with Ella and people who worked with her. WEST END LIBRARY OPENING The new West End Branch Library at 903 West Beech Street is open. The branch has four computers, two iMacs, a printer, scanner, copier, fax machine and a Crayon Kiosk with three iPads for children. There will be a sampling of new books and films which will be small at the outset. The summer schedule of the Branch will be as follow: Monday 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Tuesday CLOSED Wednesday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Sunday CLOSED The normal schedule will commence Monday, September 7 and will be based on the schedule preferred by a majority of those who submitted the survey, which is being collated at this writing. Great American Songbook Piano - Stories - Sing Along with Stan Wiest Sunday, September 13 at 1:30 p.m. Stan Weist plays selections from the Great American Songbook - featuring selections from Stan’s new Piano CD “Music to Drive By”. Stan tells anecdotes of his performances with and for celebrities and takes questions. Summer Fun Line Dance with Isabelle Saturday, August 22 at 2:00 p.m. Learn some of the “Hot”new line dances, as well as some of the easier classic line dances. No partner is needed, as we dance to different rhythms of popular music. Featured dances will be disco, country, samba, boogie, swing, cha cha, rumba and mambo music. It’s a day of summer fun for everyone.
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Rockin’ Songs You Can Sing To!Saturday, July 18 at 2:00 p.m. Turnpike Joe & The Traffic Jam have been entertaining the Long Island music scene since 1977, with tight renditions of Rock/Pop tunes.
The band performs a wide variety of 60s & 70s songs for ages 8 - 80, from soft rock favorites by such artists as Buddy Holly, Herman’s Hermits and Carl Perkins, to rock ‘n’ roll by The Beatles, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Steve Miller, The Ramones, Tom Petty, Queen and much more. Band Members: Turnpike Joe - Lead & Rhythm Guitar, Vocals; Joanne J-Bird Phillips - Bass, Percussion, Vocals; Ira Kaye - Bass, Percussion, Vocals; Jay Sharkey - Drums, Vocals. Bring the whole family.
July/August 2015Newsletter
www.longbeachlibrary.org 516-432-7201
e-mail: [email protected] Beach Public Library111 West Park Ave., Long Beach, NY 11561
• Bakithi Kumalo Band (Bassist From Paul Simon) • Bob Lepley • Chieli Minucci & Special EFX • Dean Brown Band
• Frank Vignola Duo • Mark Egan Trio • Mino Cinelu Group• Nicki Parrott Trio • Rhythm Future
• Steve Adelson New Stick-Tet • The Queens Cartoonists Trio of OZ featuring Omar Hakin & Rachel Z • Uppercut
The 13th Annual Long Beach
The Long Beach Public Library is proud to present:
Thursday, September 17 toSunday, September 20
The Diane Drake Jazz Ensemble presents:Jazz Extravaganza Saturday, July 11 at 2:00 p.m. Hear Diane Drake, trumpet, flugelhorn and cornet; Roberta Piket, piano & vocals; Cameron
Brown on string bass and Billy Mintz, drums and scat, perform your favorite melodies from the 1930’s to the present. Selections are from the song books of Irving Berlin, Sammy Cahn, Hoagy Carmichael, Mack David, Vernon Duke, Cole Porter and more.
Bakithi Kumalo Trio of OZ Nicki Parrott Trio Mark Egan
As always, the festival is produced by local resident and musician Steve Adelson.
The final schedule will be posted in the September Channels.Schedule subject to change. For more information go to:
www.longbeachjazzfest.com
A Tribute to Great Lyricists with Naomi ZeitlinSaturday, August 8 at 2:00 p.m.Think about some of your favorite songs. What makes them your favorites? Is it the melody, the rhythm, the lyrics, or is it perhaps the way all of those
pieces come together to make the whole into a true work of art? A rich variety of music with “standout” lyrics, reflecting many song styles, moods, and emotions will be explored. Hear several well-known lyricists such as Ira Gershwin, Lawrence Hart, Johnny Mercer and Fred Ebb, and other “lesser known” lyricists such as Mitchell Parrish and Jack Murphy. There are some songwriters who did, or do it all, such as Cole Porter, Stephen Sondheim, Jerry Herman and Stephen Schwartz.
Ella Fitzgerald, The First Lady of Song with Jack SchnurSaturday, September 5 at 2:00 p.m.This program will cover Ella’s 60 year career starting as a vocalist with the Chick Webb Orchestra in 1935. In 1938 she had her first hit song, “A Tiskett a Tasket”. She
became the #1 female jazz artist and performed all over the world. Hear Ella singing with such greats as Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr. and others. She received 13 Grammy Awards for her many recordings. There will be interviews with Ella and people who worked with her.
WEST END LIBRARY OPENINGThe new West End Branch Library at 903 West Beech Street is open. The branch has four computers, two iMacs, a printer, scanner, copier, fax machine and a Crayon Kiosk with three iPads for children. There will be a sampling of new books and films which will be small at the outset. The summer schedule of the Branch will be as follow:Monday 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.Tuesday CLOSEDWednesday – Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.Sunday CLOSEDThe normal schedule will commence Monday, September 7 and will be based on the schedule preferred by a majority of those who submitted the survey, which is being collated at this writing.
Great American SongbookPiano - Stories - Sing Along with Stan WiestSunday, September 13 at 1:30 p.m. Stan Weist plays selections from the Great American Songbook - featuring selections from Stan’s new Piano CD “Music to Drive By”. Stan tells anecdotes of his
performances with and for celebrities and takes questions.
Summer Fun Line Dance with IsabelleSaturday, August 22 at 2:00 p.m.Learn some of the “Hot”new line dances, as well as some of the easier classic line dances. No partner is needed, as we dance to different rhythms of popular music. Featured dances will be disco, country, samba, boogie, swing, cha cha, rumba and mambo music. It’s a day of summer fun for everyone.
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LONG BEACH PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING Wednesday, August 5 at 7:00 p.m.
Meditation with LisaWednesdays, July 8, Aug. 5 at 2:15 p.m. Lisa Wisel, MS, ADTR-LCAT, will teach tech-niques that facilitate renewed energy by focusing on breath and body sensation, along with easy stretches. (Also August 5)
Writers’ CircleMondays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Mondays, August 3, 10, 27, 24, 31 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Crochet Connection with April DianeSaturdays, July 18, 25, Aug. 1, 8, 15 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Beginner Level Crochet CourseInterested in crochet? Learn the Basics of Crochet. Join the crochet connection. Bring any light colored worsted weight yarn, and a size G,H,I or J hook. Covers the foundation stitches necessary to complete many projects. Call Edie at 432-7201 to register.
Interfaith Clergy Assoc. of L.B. presents: The Backgrounds of the Major Faiths Thursday, July 23 at 2:00 p.m. - Hinduism Thursday, August 27 at 2:00 p.m. - Islam
July Gallery Exhibit ARTfully Yours - An Exhibit by the Artist Mothers Group The Artist Mothers Group is a diverse group of active women, devoted mothers and talented artists who have been inspiring artist mothers to reignite their creative passions since 2001.
Free Blood Pressure Screening Mondays, July 20, Aug. 17 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.Gina Kearney RN, Director of Community Education for South Nassau Communities Hospital, will be available to provide free blood pressure screening.
Meditation Summer Camp for Beginner’s with Lisa WiselMondays, Aug. 17, 24, 31 from 7:30 - 8:15 p.m.Relax deeply into summer as you learn a new skill. Meditation fosters an internal fortitude that can be accessed during times of stress. Physicality, breath and sensation will be the focus in this seated (in chairs) meditation. Lisa Wisel, Board Certified Movement Therapist will be your coach. Dress in comfortable clothing (bring a sweater) and a pillow and mat along if you prefer to use the floor. All age groups are welcome. Lisa has a Master of Science degree in Dance/Movement Therapy, is a graduate of both “A Society of Souls School for Non-Dual Healing and Awakening” and The Gestalt Center of Long Island. She also teaches for the Department of Counseling, Research, Special Education and Rehabilitation at Hofstra University.
BizHub CenterThe Library has introduced the new BizHub Center. The new unit can copy in black & white or color, fax and scan. Prices are: COPIES - .50¢ (Fifty cents) for color; .10¢ for black & whiteFAXING - $1.50 for the first page; $1:00 for each additional pageSCANNING - .10¢ (Ten cents) for each copy
Intergeneration Film Discussion Program This Summer two films will be featured:My Old Lady - Friday, July 24 at 1:30 p.m.Elsa & Fred - Friday, August 28 at 1:30 p.m. The Intergeneration Discussion Group is led by outreach librarian Joan Yonish. See movie listings for film descriptions.
Current Events Discussion GroupThursdays, July 9, Aug. 13 at 2:00 p.m. You’ve heard the news. Now let’s talk about it. Join moderator Fred Chernow for a lively discus-sion of the issues.
Speaking of BooksThe July display topic will be
True Adventure TalesThe Aug. display topic will be Humorous Fiction
BLOOD DRIVE with LI Blood Services Wed., July 29 from 2:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Since Long Island needs over 800 donations each day, the Library and LI Blood Services have scheduled a blood drive. For medical eligibility questions, please
call 800-688-0900. You must be between the ages of 16 (with parental consent form) and 75. Minimum weight is 110 lbs. Age 76 or over needs a doctor’s note. Please bring photo ID. For more information please contact Carolyn Cestaro at 516-478-5023.
Life Energy 101 with Marianna FarinaTuesday, August 4 at 2:00 p.m.
Learn how to add more energy to your life. Marianna Farina will discuss natural self-healing modalities, such as Chinese medicine, Chi Gong, Tai Chi, and meditation.
South Nassau Communities Hospitals Presents: PSA screening, (blood test only) Tuesday, September 8 from 4:00-6:30 p.m. (last appointment at 6:30 p.m.) Staff from South Nassau’s Gertrude and Louis Feil’s Cancer Center and the Lab will provide a PSA screening. There is no cost for the screening, however, all men must bring a photo I.D.
Property Tax Exemptions Workshop Friday, July 10 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. To help homeowners learn more about property tax exemptions, Department of Assess-ment staff will process property tax exemption applications for Basic and Enhanced STAR, Veterans, Senior Citizen, Cold War Veterans, Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers, Limited Income Disability, and Home Improvement applicants. Applications are available on-line at www.mynassauproperty.com or can be obtained by calling (516) 571-1500 prior to the workshop.
August Gallery Exhibit West End Arts Annual Member Show Tuesday, August 11 at 7:00 p.m. Artists Reception.
St. Francis Hospital - Free Health Screening Community Outreach BusTuesday, August 11 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.The screenings include a brief cardiac history, blood pressure, simple blood test for cholesterol, and diabetes screenings with appropriate patient education and referrals, as needed. For clients above the age of 18. The bus will be parked in front of the library.
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Without a Script: A Caregiver’s Journey Wednesday, August 12 at 2:00 p.m.Author Lois Kipnis will discuss and read excerpts from her recently published book Without a Script: A Caregiver’s Journey, a collection of humorous, heartwarming and poignant stories, poems, letters and
vignettes that capture the roller coaster of emotions as she and her mom are cast in new roles and set out on a journey without a script, stage direc-tions or understudies in the wings. Lois Kipnis is a creative arts consultant with forty years of experience as a drama teacher and arts administrator. The Friends of the Library will facilitate the sale of her book.
The History of Mapping with Doug SheerTuesday, July 14 at 2:00 p.m. The desire to put on paper our nearby surroundings as well as the oceans and continents of the world has been a hallmark of mankind for millennia. Join Mr. Sheer as he traces the history and future of cartography and shows us how to make personal maps using computer applications readily available on the internet. Mr. Sheer will also display his collection of antique maps of Long Beach and Nassau County.
Women‘s Health - Anti-Aging Super Foods + Essential Oils for Supporting Your Healthy LifestyleWednesday, August 19 at 2:00 p.m.Learn how to support vibrant emotional, hormonal, immune & respiratory health. Learn how super foods can support your everyday energy & healing needs. Marie Ruggles MS, RD, CN, CDE, Nutritionis, Essential Oils Educator, Certified Diabetes Educator: Marie has a Master’s degree in Nutrition & Public Health from Columbia University and is on a mission to teach women how to care for themselves & their loved ones naturally!
Low-Vision Social! with Dessie MontagnaTuesdays, July 21, August 25 at 2:00 p.m. Do you have low vision? Enjoy socializing and activities designed for such a challenge.
Baseball and Basketball In Days Gone ByWednesday, July 29 at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, August 20 at 2:00 p.m.
Calling all sports enthusiasts to reminisce about memorable sports events and great professional athletes. Spend an enjoyable hour talking about the good old days in sports. All memorabilia will be most welcome. This discussion will be led by Warren Pearlman, physical ed. instructor and coach.
Zentangle Art & Meditation WorkshopSaturday, July 25 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.Instructor: Kathleen Regan, CZT
Zentangle is an exciting, easy to learn, relaxing, meditative and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns one stroke at a time. It is a light hearted way to shift your perspective,
concentrate and focus. Zentangle is an approach to mindfulness. No Zentangle experience necessary. Art Materials fee $5 (students keep the art materials). Call Edie at 432-7201 to register. Checks are payable to the Long Beach Public Library.
Free Speech and Academia with Mel Borowka
Tuesday, August 18 at 2:00 p.m.Is free speech under attack in academia? Does the subjective definition of “offen-sive” or “controversial” speech require or
justify censorship of, or punishment to the speaker? Does academia still create and encourage lively discussion and debate? Are students today so fragile as to claim that offensive speech causes emotional and/or physical damage therefore requiring it to be banned. Where is free speech in our schools today, how did it get there and more importantly where should we go in the future? This discussion will be led by Melvin Borowka, attorney, lecturer and former school board president.
Relationship Skills with Sanford Hinden Thursday, July 30 at 2:00 p.m. All loving friends, couples and families communicate well. Learn to share your feelings, values and needs, and make respectful requests for what you would like. It’s fun and easy! Sandy graduated with a BA in Psychology with honors (1977, Queens College, City University of NY) with a second major in Interper-sonal Relations and Group Facilitation.
Mineral Treasures from the Sea (Including Gold) with Mickey Maxwell CohenThursday, July 16 at 2:00 p.m. Seawater is a virtual treasure trove of mineral resources. Dissolved silicon, manganese, sulfur, bromine and a host of other chemical substances have been employed by mollusks and other marine organisms since the dawn of life, but only in modern times have humans developed techniques for extracting mineral wealth from the ocean.
Simple Happiness, 8 Characteristics of Happy People with Jim Ryan
Wednesday, July 22 at 2:00 p.m.The talk discusses characteristics of happy people: Intention; Accountability; Know what Makes You Happy (find time to do it); Follow Your Bliss; Recasting; Options;
Appreciation; Giving. Jim Ryan has the ability to turn profound concepts into easily understood solutions. With quotes, humor, anecdotes and song, this program has folks leaving excited about the possibili-ties of living a happier life. Jim’s guitar playing and singing serve to lighten up the program and help solidify the concepts presented. Come as you are, leave with a smile on your face.
Author Visits
Bereavement, Grief and LossWednesday, August 26 at 2:00 p.m.What is grief and loss? Is there a way to recover from it? Join Rev. Debbie Nardozzi as we explore ways to understand this pain and gently move into our recovery and healing.
Stop at the Red Apple by Elaine Freed Lindenblatt Wednesday, July 15 at 2:00 p.m. Join author Elaine Freed Lindenblatt who will take us back to the Red Apple Restaurant, her family’s restaurant on N.Y. Route 17. Share her memories of growing up in a 24/7 hour business that served
over 1,000,000 customers annually. The Friends of the Library will facilitate the sale of her book.
Long Beach Boardwalk in Transition & Dreamcourts VideosThursday, July 7 at 1:30 p.m.Philip Snyder, Island Park filmmaker, will present two short films depicting Long Beach’s recovery, post Hurricane Sandy. One film celebrates the efforts to fund and rebuild the famed boardwalk and features interviews with local residents, politicians and its most famous former resident, Billy Crystal. The second film documents the dedication of the Dreamcourts near the Long Beach Recreational Center on November 10th, 2013.
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Programs at Long Beach Public Library & Long Beach Community(Events at the Library are held in the Auditorium or YS Program Room or other location noted.)
JULY 20151 Nassau County Services for the Aging presents: Caregivers Support Group - Call 227-8909 to register - 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 3 Chair Yoga with Magda - 9:05 a.m. (All Fridays)3 Film - Mr. Turner 2014 R 149 min - 1:30 p.m.4 The Library is Closed for Independence Day! 6 Writers’ Circle - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - (All Mondays 6, 13, 20, 27)6 Film - Still Alice 2015 PG-13 99 min - 2:00 p.m.7 Beginning Mah Jongg - 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 noon - (Also June 14, 21, 28)7 QiGong at Point Lookout Branch Library - 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (Also 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4, 11)7 Re-Scheduled - LB Boardwalk in Transition & Dreamcourts Videos - 1:30 p.m.8 Meditation with Lisa - Play - 2:15 p.m. 9 Current Events Discussion Group 2:00 p.m.9 Nassau/Suffolk Hospital Council - Affordable Care Navigators - 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.10 Property Tax Exemptions Workshop - 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.11 Project Excellence - 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Also 18, 25) 11 Jazz Extravaganza with Diane Drake - 2:00 p.m.13 League of Women Voters Meeting - 7:45 p.m.14 The History of Mapping with Doug Sheer - 2:00 p.m.14 New Light Fellowship - 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.14 All Our Energy Meeting - 7:00 p.m.15 Stop at the Red Apple by Elaine Freed Lindenblatt - Author Book Talk - 2:00 p.m.16 Mineral Treasures from the Sea (Including Gold) - 2:00 p.m.16 Friends of the Library Meet & Greet - 7:00 p.m.17 Film - Selma 2015 PG-13 127 min - 1:30 p.m.18 Rockin’ Songs You Can Sing To! - 2:00 p.m.18 Crochet Connection with April Diane - 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. (July 18, 25, Aug. 1, 8, 15) 20 Free Blood Pressure Screening - 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.21 Low Vision Social - 2:00 p.m.21, 28 Surfrider Foundation Meeting - 6:30 p.m.22 Simple Happiness, 8 Characteristics of Happy People with Jim Ryan - 2:00 p.m. 22 All Our Energy Meeting - 7:00 p.m.23 Interfaith Clergy Assoc. of L.B. presents: Hinduism - 2:00 p.m. 24 Intergeneration Film Discussion Program Film - My Old Lady 2014 PG-13 107 min - 1:30 p.m.25 Zentangle Art & Meditation Workshop - 2:00 p.m. 27 Film - Wild 2015 R 115 min - 2:00 p.m.28 Peace in Jerusalem Meeting - 7:00 p.m.29 Baseball and Basketball In Days Gone By - 2:00 p.m.29 BLOOD DRIVE with LI Blood Services - 2:30 - 8:30 p.m.30 Relationship Skills with Sanford Hinden - 2:00 p.m.31 Film - Black or White 2015 PG-13 90 min - 1:30 p.m.
AUGUST 20151 Project Excellence - 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Also 8, 15) 1 Crochet Connection with April Diane - 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. (Aug. 1, 8, 15) 3 Writers’ Circle - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. - (All Mondays 3, 10, 17, 24, 31)3 Film - Chef 2014 R 115 min - 2:00 p.m.4, 11 QiGong at Point Lookout Branch Library - 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. 4 Life Energy 101 with Marianna Farina - 2:00 p.m.5 Nassau County Services for the Aging presents: Caregivers Support Group - Call 227-8909 to register - 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. 5 Meditation with Lisa - Curiosity - 2:15 p.m. (Also Sept. 23)5 LB Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting - 7:00 p.m.6 AARP Driving Course - 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.7 Chair Yoga with Magda - 9:05 a.m. (All Fridays) 7 Film - Interstellar 2015 PG-13 169 min - 1:30 p.m. 8 A Tribute to Great Lyricists with Naomi Zeitlin - 2:00 p.m.10 Film - 5 Flights Up 2015 PG-13 92 min - 2:00 p.m.
11 St. Francis Hospital - Free Health Screening Community Outreach Bus - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.11 New Light Fellowship - 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.11 West End Arts Annual Member Show - 7:00 p.m.12 Without a Script: A Caregiver’s Journey with Author Lois Kipnis - 2:00 p.m.13 Current Events Discussion Group 2:00 p.m.13 Nassau/Suffolk Hospital Council - Affordable Care Navigators - 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.14 Film - Miss Julie 2014 PG-13 129 min - 1:30 p.m.17 Free Blood Pressure Screening - 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.17 Meditation Summer Camp for Beginner’s (Also 24, 31) - 7:30-8:15 p.m.18 Free Speech and Academia with Mel Borowka - 2:00 p.m.19 Women‘s Health - Anti-Aging Super Foods - 2:00 p.m.19 All Our Energy Meeting - 7:00 p.m.20 Baseball and Basketball In Days Gone By - 2:00 p.m.21 Film - Chinese Puzzle 2014 R 117 min French - 1:30 p.m.22 Summer Fun Line Dance with Isabelle - 2:00 p.m.24 Film - McFarland USA 2015 PG 128 min - 2:00 p.m.24 League of Women Voters Meeting - 7:30 p.m.25 Low Vision Social - 2:00 p.m.25 Peace in Jerusalem Meeting - 7:00 p.m.26 Bereavement, Grief and Loss 2:00 p.m. 27 Interfaith Clergy Assoc. of L.B. presents: Islam - 2:00 p.m.27 All Our Energy Meeting - 7:00 p.m.28 Intergeneration Film Discussion Program Film - Elsa & Fred 2014 PG-13 97 min - 1:30 p.m.31 Film - If You Don’t, I Will 2015 NR 102 min French - 2:00 p.m.
SEPTEMBER 20151 Project Excellence - 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Also 8, 15) 4 Film - Where Hope Grows 2015 PG-13 95 min - 1:30 p.m.5 Ella Fitzgerald, The First Lady of Song with Jack Schnur - 2:00 p.m.8 PSA screening, (blood test only) - 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. 13 Piano - Stories - Sing Along with Stan Wiest - 1:30 p.m.17-20 The 13th Annual Long Beach Jazz Festival
Nassau Suffolk Hospital Council - Affordable Care Act Navigators
Thursday, July 9 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m. Thursday, August 13 from 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Anyone looking to apply for Child Health Plus, Family Health Plus, Medicaid, or enroll into the NY State of Health Insurance Marketplace
can come to the Library on the above dates. Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council sites operate on a first come,
first served basis, taking the first 15 people.
“Introduction to Sociology” offered by Nassau Community College - CRN 18374 First session on Tuesday, September 1 from 5:20 to 8:30 p.m. and then classes are on Mondays from September 21 through to Monday, December 21, 2015 - 5:20 to 8:30 p.m. This three credit college course (SOC 201) will examine the major theories, methodology and research findings of Sociology, and the organization and de-velopment of modern society. The course will include sociological examination of varied forms of group life and analysis of social process and social change. For more information on the course, the admissions and registration process, please consult the NCC web site at https://www.ncc.edu/continuingeduca-tion/workforcedevelopment/ or call 516-572-7487.
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Meet and Greet Friends Meeting, Thursday, July 16 at 7:30 p.m. Join us at our Meet and Greet!
Mr. Turner 2014 R 149 minFriday, July 3 at 1:30 p.m. This film explores the last quarter century of the great, if eccentric, British painter J.M.W. Turner (1775-1851). Profoundly affected by the death of his father, loved by a housekeeper he takes for granted and occasionally exploits sexually, he forms a close relationship with a seaside landlady with whom he eventually lives incognito in Chelsea, where he dies. Directed by Mike Leigh.
Still Alice 2015 PG-13 99 minMonday, July 6 at 2:00 p.m.Alice Howland, happily married with three grown children, is a renowned linguistics professor who starts to forget words. When she receives a diagnosis of Early-Onset Alzheimer, Alice and her family find their bonds thoroughly tested. Her struggle to stay connected to who she once was is frightening, heartbreak-ing, and inspiring. Julianne Moore and Alec Baldwin.
Selma 2015 PG-13 127 minFriday, July 17 at 1:30 p.m.Fueled by a gripping performance from David Oyelowo, Selma draws inspiration and dramatic power from the life and death of Martin Luther King, Jr. -- but doesn’t ignore how far we remain from the ideals his work embodied. With Cuba Gooding Jr. and Tom Wilkinson.
Intergeneration Film Discussion Program with Joan Yonish My Old Lady 2014 PG-13 107 minFriday, July 24 at 1:30 p.m.A New Yorker (Kevin Kline) discovers that the vast Paris apartment he inherited from his estranged father is already occupied by a refined retiree (Maggie Smith) and her protective daughter (Kristin Scott-Thomas).
Wild 2015 R 115 minMonday, July 27 at 2:00 p.m. With absolutely no experience, driven only by sheer determination, Cheryl hikes more than a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail, alone. Wild powerfully captures the terrors and pleasures of one young woman forging ahead against all odds on a journey that maddens, strengthens, and ultimately heals her. Reese Witherspoon stars.
Black or White 2015 PG-13 90 min Friday, July 31 at 1:30 p.m.The story of a grandfather ( Kevin Costner) who is suddenly left to care for his beloved granddaughter. When her paternal grandmother (Octavia Spencer) seeks custody with the help of her brother (Anthony Mackie), the little girl is torn between two families who love her deeply. With the best intentions, both families fight for what they feel is right and are soon forced to confront their true feelings.
Chef 2014 R 115 minMonday, August 3 at 2:00 p.m.A chef who loses his restaurant job starts up a food truck in an effort to reclaim his creative promise, while piecing back together his estranged family. With Jon Favreau, Sofia Vergara, John Leguizamo, Scarlett Johansson, Dustin Hoffman, Robert Downey Jr.
Interstellar 2015 PG-13 169 minFriday, August 7 at 1:30 p.m. With our time on Earth coming to an end, a team of explorers undertakes the most important mission in human history; traveling beyond this galaxy to discover whether mankind has a future among the stars. Cast: Anne Hathaway, Michael Caine, Topher Grace, Jessica Chastain, Matthew McConaughey, Casey Affleck, Wes Bentley, Matt Damon.
5 Flights Up 2015 PG-13 92 minMonday, August 10 at 2:00 p.m. A husband (Morgan Freeman) and wife (Diane Keaton) spend a hectic weekend pondering the sale of the apartment they’ve shared for more than 40 years.
Miss Julie 2014 PG-13 129 minFriday, August 14 at 1:30 p.m. Miss Julie depicts a fierce battle between a man and a woman, a struggle for power and dominance enacted through a cruel and compulsive game of seduction and repulsion. Starring Jessica Chastain and Colin Farrell.
Chinese Puzzle 2014 R 117 min FrenchFriday, August 21 at 1:30 p.m. A 40-year-old divorced father of two cannot cope with his children moving to New York with their mother, so he moves there to be close to them. Starring Romain Duris and Audrey Tautou.
McFarland USA 2015 PG 128 minMonday, August 24 at 2:00 p.m. Track coach Jim White (Kevin Costner) is a newcomer to a predominantly Latino high-school in California’s Central Valley. Coach White and his new students find that they have much to learn about one another, but things begin to change when White realizes the boys’ exceptional running ability.
Intergeneration Film Discussion Program with Joan Yonish Elsa & Fred 2014 PG-13 97 minFriday, August 28 at 1:30 p.m.In New Orleans, a feisty retiree (Shirley MacLaine) and her new neighbor, an uptight widower (Christopher Plummer), discover that it’s never too late for true love and romance.
If You Don’t, I Will 2015 NR 102 min FrenchMonday, August 31 at 2:00 p.m.Pomme and Pierre have been together a long time. Passion and spontaneity have given way to predictability and cold shoulders. But there’s a lingering optimism, a hope they can return to the couple they used to be, attending chic art openings and sharing a laugh like young lovers. Starring Emmanuelle Devos and Mathieu Amalric.
Where Hope Grows 2015 PG-13 95 minFriday, September 4 at 1:30 p.m.A troubled ex-ballplayer (Kristoffer Polaha) finds his life reinvigorated through his friendship with a mentally challenged grocery-store employee (David DeSanctis).
* Closed Captions or Subtitles will be displayed whenever possible.
6 Since 1928 April 20136 Since 1928 July/Aug. 2015Youth Services Department
Register at the Youth Services Ref. Desk by calling 432-7201. Chess Club (Grades 2 and up)Main Library: Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6, 13, 20 at 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.Point Lookout Branch: Mondays, July 6, 13, 20, 27, Aug. 3, 10, 17 at 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.Chess Master Joel Salmon teaches basic chess to all club members and guides play among part ne red children.
Drawing Club (Grades 2 and up) Friday, July 10, August 21 at 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.Draw cartoons, anime, manga or sketches for fun. Basic drawing supplies provided. Bring your imagination.
Lego Club (Grades 1 and up)Mondays, July 13, 27, Aug. 3, 24 at 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.Have fun building with our Legos, but we are not responsible for lost pieces if you bring your own set.
Youth Advisory Board (Grades 4 and up)Wednesday, July 29, Aug. 26 at 7:15 to 8:00 p.m.This is your chance to tell us about programs and activities that you’d like to see at the library. Earn Community Service credits!
Youth Services Clubs
Wii Game NightMonday, July 20 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.Hang out with friends and play Wii games at the library!! We have two consoles and tons of multiplayer games. Call 432-7201 or sign up at the Youth Services Reference Desk. Join the fun.
Cooking at the LibrarySpace is limited, you must sign up in advance and pay your fee at time of sign up.
Baby Sign Language Class for Babies up to 3 years old Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 13, 20 at 10:00 a.m.Parent/caregiver class that blends true American Sign language vocabulary with music and play. Each class themed with age appropriate toys that encourage ASL learning through play.
Lets Cook with Tanya! (Grade 2 and up)Wednesday, July 22 at 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Ice Cream$5.00 fee is payable at time of in-person registration.
Do You Know We Have Online Books For Children?Go to longbeachlibrary.org/youth-services and click on
Tumble Books, Sesame Street Books or Disney Digital Books to explore the wonderful stories available to you.
SUMMER FOOD ROCKS! with Island HarvestServing Meals at the Long Beach Public Library
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays beginning July 6 - August 28 from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
For children thru Age 18 (21 - Special Ed Qualified)Food, Fun and Books!
Contact Youth Services Department for Info at 432-7201
Booksnackers Discussion Groups: Snacks Provided!
Pick up the book at the Youth Services Reference Desk, read and join us for discussion and snacks! 2/3rd Grade BooksnackersWednesday, July 8 at 5:30 - 6:00 p.m. See Miss Firth for further information.4/5th Grade BooksnackersMonday, July 20 at 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. See Miss Firth for further information.Family Book Group (Grades 4 and up) Thursday, July 9 at 6:30 p.m. Bring book suggestions and enjoy a pizza party.Thursday, August 20 at 6:30 p.m.
A Big Thank You to Local BusinessesBrixx & Barley and Billy’s Beach Cafe
for their donation of gift cards as prizes for the Youth Reading Club
Join Our Annual Summer Reading Club!
Registration begins June for Long Beach School District Residents.Boys and girls, tweens/teens and babies too are invited to explore their world by reading and participating in
our exciting summer reading programs. Read-to-Me Club is for Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers and Children in Kindergarten/First Grade who are not yet reading on their own.School-Aged Club is for those entering First Grade thru Fourth Grade.Tween/Teen Club is for those entering Fifth Grade thru 12th Grade. Get your reading club packets when you sign up at the Main Library or the Point Lookout Branch. Earn a chance to win a variety of prizes just for reading! Check out our “Fun Flyer” for more program information for July and August and use your mind at the library this summer!
7Since 1928July/Aug. 2015 Youth Services Department
Story Time Programs and Registration - Call 432-7201 ext. 203
Fun Fit Yoga (ages 6-10)Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 6, 13, 20 from 5:00 - 5:45 p.m. or 5:45 - 6:30 p.m.
This is a very popular class and a great way to de-stress.
Space limited…sign up (516) 432-7201 ext. 203
Fit Moms with Baby in StrollerFridays, July 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug. 7, 14, 21
from 9:00 - 9:45 a.m.Get ready for spring with Moms exercise program!
Preschool Fun Fit Yoga (ages 3-5)Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 13, 20
from 10:00 - 10:30 p.m.Start the fitness habit early for your little ones.
FITNESSIN THE YOUTH DEPT
Mommy and Me Yoga(Ages 6 weeks to 3 years old)
Thursdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 13, 20 from 9:00 - 9:45 a.m.
Fun, gentle exercise for mom & baby!
Mother Goose Rhyme Time For ages 5 months to 19 mos. Mondays, July 13, 20, 27, Aug. 3, 10, 17 at 9:30, 10:15, 11:00, 11:45 a.m. or 12:30 p.m.Baby enjoys songs and music, stories, finger plays and movement activities with Molly Mouse and the Play Hooray Ladies!Pajama Story Time Ages 3 years 6 mos. to 5 years 5 mos. Not in Kindergarten Main Branch Wednesdays, July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug. 5 at 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Point Lookout Branch (sign up at the branch) Mondays, July 6, 13, 20, 27, Aug. 3 at 4:30 p.m.Library Playland Ages 1 - 4 years with parent/caregiver Wednesdays, July 22, 29, Aug. 5, 19, 26 at 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.Open playtime for those who completed the Parent/Child Workshop.Bilingual Story Time is Back / Historia BilinguesAges 3 - 6 years / edades 3 a 6 añosSaturdays, July 11, 18, 25 August 1, 8, 15 at 10:15 to 11:00 a.m.Sábados, Julio 11, 18, 25 Agosto 1, 8, 15 en 10:15 par las 11 a.m.All stories read in English and Spanish. Todas las historias seran leidas en español y ingles. Supercrafts at the LibrarySuperhero Cape Making - ages 3 1/2 and up - $2:00 feeTuesday, July 14 at 4:00 p.m. Bring one of Dad’s old tee shirts...Any color will do! We will help you create your own Super Cape and headband.Superhero Quilt Making - ages 5 and up - $2:00 fee Tuesday, July 28 at 4:00 p.m.Help make the Library super! Come and make a personalized quilt square for display in our Super Hero Quilt to be hung in the Youth Department.Paint and Snack Party - grade 3 and up - $2:00 fee Wednesday, August 5 at 5:30 p.m.Paint along with Melissa of MD Design Studio as you create a super 12” x 12” masterpiece. Step by step instruction, no experience necessary. Snacks provided by the Library.Superhero Cupcakes - ages 7 and up - $5:00 fee Wednesday, August 19 at 5:00 p.m.Work with fondant and create 3 cupcakes that everyone will love to bite into!
Check Out the New “Playaway Launchpad” CollectionThe Youth Department has purchased 22 Playaway Launchpad Tablets for children ages 3-5 (pre K-K), Ages 5-7 (K-2nd grade) and Ages 8-10 (grades 3-5). Playaway Launchpad is the first-ever secure, pre-loaded learning tablet created just for children. Each Launchpad is pre-loaded with high-quality, ad-free learning apps grouped by age, grade level, subject area and theme. Subject area packs include English language arts, math, science, language learning, critical thinking and creativity. Themed learning packs include princesses, animals, transportation, dinosaurs, space and more. Each pack has at least 10 apps pre-loaded for learning and fun. The parent console visually summarizes how time is spent on the device according to 6 different learning areas. It also highlights the top 3 apps played. There is a one touch reset button when you first turn the tablet on making it easy and low maintenance for staff or a new user. This reset button will clear all device and app data for a fresh start. Playaway Launchpad comes in a durable portfolio case. Each tablet is in a locked security case protect it.
Summer Super Movies at the LibraryThe Incredibles G, 115 min. Tuesday, July 7 at 4:00 p.m.A family of undercover superheroes, while trying to live the quiet suburban life, are forced into action to save the world. Animated.Superman PG, 143 min. Tuesday, July 21 at 6:00 p.m.An alien orphan is sent from his dying planet to earth, where he becomes his adoptive homes greatest superhero. Classic Superman movie from 1978 with Christopher Reeves.Lego Movie PG, 100 min. Tuesday, August 4 at 4:30 p.m.An ordinary lego construction worker is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil tyrant from gluing the lego universe into eternal stasis.Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles PG, 93 min. Tuesday, August 25 at 4:00 p.m.The original 1990 version in which a group of mutant turtle warriors must emerge from the shadows to protect New York City from an uprising criminal gang of ninjas..
Stout-Hearted Stories: Tales and Songs for the Hero in Everyone
Wednesday, July 15 at 5:30 p.m.A lively, participating family performance with the award-winning musical
storytelling duo...The Storycrafters!
Let’s Move with Play Hooray for KidsFor 20 months - 4 years old with parent or caregiver
Tuesdays, July 14, 21, 28, Aug. 4, 11, 18 from 11:30 - 12:15 p.m. or 12:30 - 1:15 p.m.
Enjoy music and movement and Molly Mouse too!
George Trepp, DirectorEdith Kalickstein, EditorTim Dupont, Graphic Designer
Board of TrusteesCarol Arnone, Alan Greenberg, Barbara Mosca, Diane Parr,Warren Vegh,
The Library will be closed on Saturday, July 4 for Independence Day! Happy Holiday!
July/Aug. 2015
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Chair Yoga with Magda Rosenberg *Fridays, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 at 9:05 Magda Rosenberg, exercise physiologist, will conduct Chair Yoga routines. All are welcome. It is recommended that you consult a doctor before beginning any fitness program.*The Library thanks the New York State Office of the Aging for a grant to assist us.
Nassau County Services for the Aging presents Caregivers Support GroupWednesday, July 1 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (Also August 5)Share ideas and practical solutions and benefit from peer support. If this is your first meeting, please call Nina Karl, LMSW at 227-8909.
AARP Mature Alive Driving Course Schedule Thursday, August 6 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Also, Thursday, October 8 from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.Please note fees: AARP Members: $20 | Non-AARP Members: $25.Long Beach School District Residents only. No cash please! Checks or money orders should be made payable to AARP.To register please call Edie at 516-432-7201.
Little Free Boardwalk LibraryLittle Free Libraries at the boardwalk have returned to the ticket booths on Franklin, Grand, Magnolia and Monroe. Additional Little Free Libraries will be installed during the summer at locations to be announced. If you would like to adopt a little library or donate books, call Michael Simon, Assistant Director at 432-7201.
