January/February 2018 Newsletter

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1 January/February 2018 Newsletter 169 Jerusalem avenue hicksville ny WHAT S INSIDE: Adult Programs Art Exhibits...6 Children s Program...7 Computer Classes...8 Defensive Driving...2 Teen Programs...6 BOARD MEETINGS Wednesday, January 17 at 7:00 p.m. & Wednesday, February 21 at 7:00 p.m. HOLIDAY HOURS Monday, January 1 (New Year s Day): Library & CRC are closed Monday, January 15 (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day): Library: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CRC: Closed Monday, February 19 (President s Day): Library & CRC are closed LETTER FROM THE LIBRARY BOARD PRESIDENT Dear Hicksville Friends, I hope you had a great Holiday season in the company of your family and friends. It is hard to believe that we are about to start a new year! If you haven t had the opportunity to enjoy our services, I would like to invite you to come to the Library or visit our website at org this winter to experience all that we have to offer. We have wonderful books for all ages in every genre, movies, museum passes, and programs. Through our website you have access to our many online services from the comfort of your own home. I would like to thank all who contributed to the Toys for Tots program. This community s tremendous support and generosity make these drives incredibly successful. That support is what motivates us to work harder year after year to collect more toys to bring joy to families in need during this festive season. The Food for Fines drive was very successful as well. Thank you all for your contributions. We are committed to continuously provide excellent services to our community. We would like to inform you that we enhanced the lower level by adding computer carrels with charging stations. This area has become very popular and tremendously efficient for those who like to work quietly and independently. Also, we have added vending machines so patrons can enjoy a drink or snack. Please remember that if you download our Nassau Library App to your mobile devices, you can use your digital library card to have the Hicksville Public Library at your f ingertips at all times. The Board of Trustees are always pleased to hear from the community. Your feedback is important to us. Please feel free to join us at our monthly meeting on the third Wednesday of the month. Carlos Munozospina Hicksville Library Board President CHILDREN S PROGRAM TOWN OF OYSTER BAY MAGICAL MUSIC - JEDI TRAINING WITH DAVID ENGEL Saturday, January 27 at 2:00 p.m. A long time ago and not so very far away, children yearned to be Rebels. You are invited to learn the ways of the Jedi with Panniken Moonjumper, a true Master of Intergalactic fun and adventure. During this engaging program your little Jedi Warriors, Princesses and Darth Vaders will feel empowered to discover the great Force within their hearts. Family audiences will be wowed by comic antics, exciting physical challenges, magical mayhem, light saber lessons and a visit from our space hero s furry alien sidekick. THERE IS NO REGISTRATION FOR THIS PROGRAM. YOU CAN PICK UP A NUMBERED TICKET IN THE CHILDREN S ROOM 20 MINUTES BEFORE THE SHOW BEGINS.

2 ADULT PROGRAMS Driver Safety Courses Registration for AARP & Defensive Driving classes is ongoing at the Reference Desk. Payment must be made at the time of registration. Call or stop by the Reference Department for further information. AARP Smart Driver Saturday, January 20 from 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Saturday, February 17 from 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Fee: $20 for AARP members; $25 for non-members. Please make your check or money order payable to AARP. Class limit: 33 Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving Tuesday, January 23 and Thursday, January 25 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Saturday, February 10 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Fee $27 check or money order made payable to Empire Safety Council. Class limit: 40 Every Tuesday from February 6, 2018 to April 17, 2018 from 1:15 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Computer & Resource Center. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide is a volunteer-run tax assistance and preparation service available to low and middle income tax payers ($60,000 or less) with special focus on seniors. Tax preparation is by appointment only. Appointments will be given at the following time increments: 1:15 PM; 2:15 PM; 3:15 PM; and 4:15 PM. Space is limited. Registration for all February dates begins at the Reference Desk on Wednesday, January 17 at 10:05 a.m. Registration for all March and April dates begins on Wednesday, February 7 at 10:05 a.m. MONDAY MATINEE MOVIES 1:30 PM in the Community room January 8 Rememory Peter Dinklage (PG-13, 111 min.) February 12 Home Again Reese Witherspoon (PG-13, 97 min.) January 22 Marshall Chadwich Boseman (PG-13, 118 min.) February 26 Stronger Jake Gyllenhaal (R, 116 min.) January 29 Victoria & Abdul Judi Dench (PG-13, 112 min.) No movies will be shown on January 1, January 15 & February 19 February 5 Dunkirk Fionn Whitehead (PG-13, 105 min.) BOOK TO FILM DISCUSSION with Fran Cohen Monday, January 29 at 12:00 p.m.: Victoria & Abdul There will be no discussion in February. Join us for a discussion on the novel and how it is brought to life on the big screen. Refreshments will be served. 2

3 ADULT PROGRAMS Arts & Crafts SIT AND SEW NEEDLEWORK GROUP Fridays, January 5 & February 2 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This group is for anyone who knits, crochets, quilts, embroiders or cross-stitches. Needlework artists of all skill levels are invited to socialize, gain experience, learn and share techniques while working on their own projects. Bring your own supplies to work on your project. No registration is required. Cooking Classes CHOCOLATE COVERED TREATS with Judy Sebastiano Wednesday, January 24 at 1:00 p.m. Create chocolate cups filled with nuts, coconut, candies, and more while Judy demonstrates how to create and decorate chocolate flowers. Registration for Hicksville residents begins exclusively online on Tuesday, January 9 at 9:20 a.m. Open registration begins on Friday, January 12. No fee. Space is limited. EVERLASTING DRIED FLOWER HEART WREATH Tuesday, February 6 at 1:00 p.m. Diana Conklin helps you to create a beautiful flower heart wreath using homegrown and hand painted natural flowers and other preserved botanicals. Registration for Hicksville residents begins exclusively online on Tuesday, January 9 at 9:15 a.m. Open registration begins on Friday, January 12. Limit: 20 adults. Fee: $10.00 Cash only. No refunds. Payment is due at the Reference Desk within 7 days of registration. PAINT PARTY with Celicia Cargill Tuesday, February 27 from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Use your creativity to create a one-of-a-kind abstract painting. No experience is required. Light refreshments will be served. Registration for Hicksville residents begins exclusively online on Tuesday, February 6 at 9:15 a.m. Open registration begins on Thursday, February 8. Limit: 20 adults. Fee: $5.00 Cash only. No refunds. Payment is due at the Reference Desk within 7 days of registration. MULTI-STRAND LEATHER & FRESHWATER PEARL BRACELET with Ofra Levin Wednesday, February 28 at 6:00 p.m. Learn to combine the leather cords together by making simple knots to create this beautiful bracelet. Registration for Hicksville residents begins exclusively online on Wednesday, February 7 at 6:20 p.m. Open registration begins on Monday, February 12 at 9:00 a.m. Limit: 12 adults. Fee: $10.00 Cash only. No refunds. Payment is due at the Reference Desk within 7 days of registration. 3 WOK-N-ROLL with Chef Rob Scott Tuesday, January 30 at 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the Chinese New Year with Chef Rob Scott as he prepares Asian Orzo Vegetable Salad, Barbequed Chicken in a Lettuce Cup, and Oriental Coleslaw with Roasted Peanuts. Registration for Hicksville residents begins exclusively online on Thursday, January 11 at 6:15 p.m. Open registration begins on Tuesday, January 16 at 9:00 a.m. No fee. Space is limited. A TASTE OF MARDI GRAS with Chef Rob Scott Friday, February 9 at 1:00 p.m. Join us for our own Mardi Gras celebration with a taste of Chef Rob s take on creole cuisine. During this program you will get a taste of Jambalaya Soup, Cajun Meatballs, and Cinnamon Bananas Foster. Registration for Hicksville residents begins exclusively online on Tuesday, January 9 at 9:25 a.m. Open registration begins on Friday, January 12. No fee. Space is limited. NO BAKE RED VELVET CHEESECAKE with The Baking Coach Wednesday, February 21 at 6:00 p.m. Make your own No Bake Red Velvet Cheesecake with a chocolate cookie crust in a 7 inch round tin. Registration for Hicksville residents begins exclusively online on Wednesday, February 7 at 6:00 p.m. Open registration begins on Monday, February 12 at 9:00 a.m. No fee. Space is limited.

4 ADULT PROGRAMS FUNDAMENTALS OF WRITING Fridays, January 12 & February 9 from 1:30-3:00 p.m. in the Training Room This group, led by Robert Waldvogel, offers a writing lesson, an in-class writing prompt, and the opportunity to read and critique both it and any longer pieces penned at home. Those with all levels of experience, including beginners, and interests in all genres are welcome. MEDITATION Mondays, January 22 & February 12 at 7:00 p.m. in the Computer & Resource Center Join Linda Cafiero for a relaxing evening of self-discovery. Through the exploration of various meditation techniques, you ll find the path to your true nature and enjoy a more fulfilling life. Please bring a towel or mat. TRAVELOGUE: THE THREE MAJOR CITIES OF SWITZERLAND Tuesday, January 23 at 1:00 p.m. Savvy Sightseer Jeanne Schnupp take you on a tour of three of the country s main cities shows just how diverse this region is in heritage and culture. The largest city in Switzerland and one of the financial capitals of the world, Zurich is a mere 34 square miles - a great place for a walking tour! Bern, the country s capital, displays both its serious and playful sides. Luzern is home to one of the most picturesque and historic wooden bridges in the world, and just a short boat trip away from a hidden fortress! informal setting. CURRENT EVENTS IN AMERICA TODAY Wednesday, January 31 & February 21 at 1:00 p.m. Jim Coll leads this monthly program with open discussions of political, legal, and social issues and raise awareness of current events in an Lectures & Workshops No registration is required for the following programs. 4 MOBILE LEGAL HELP CENTER SPONSORED BY SENATOR ELAINE PHILLIPS Thursday, February 8 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the parking lot The Mobile Legal Help Center, is a partnership between the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) and the New York State Office of Court Administration. NYLAG staff will be available to provide free legal assistance to local residents on issues related to domestic violence; family law; healthcare and disability benefits; housing (tenants only); identity theft and consumer credit issues; and advance planning. Individuals should bring with them any documentation related to their situation that may be useful to the NYLAG staff in providing assistance. Appointments are required. To make an appointment call Senator Phillips office at DEMENTIA 101 Tuesday, February 13 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. A representative from Parker Jewish Institute will discuss the signs, symptoms and warning signs of dementia. Treatment options and the importance of an early diagnosis will also be discussed. Caregivers will learn about the Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands Program and the free services available to them. Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands is a community service program of the Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation that recruits and trains volunteers to step in for the family caregivers of someone with Alzheimer s disease and dementia. Book Discussion AFTERNOON BOOK DISCUSSION Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. January 10: Dead Wake by Erik Larson February 14: The Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck Books are available approximately 4 weeks before each discussion. Anyone who reads the book is welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served.

5 ADULT PROGRAMS Entertainment RUNNING SCARED, RUNNING FREE Sunday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. The award winning stage presentation, Running Scared, Running Free, vividly bings to life the dramatic story of the Underground Railroad. Three stories intertwine in this suspense-filled saga set in New York, circa 1850, the year of the Fugitive Slave Act. Pursued by an unrelenting Bounty hunter, a quickwitted slave runs from the iron rule of a cold-hearted plantation owner. Her only hope: finding passage on the Underground Railroad. No registration is required. Open to all ages. Exercise Programs Fees must be paid at Reference within seven days of online registration. BALLROOM DANCING with Catherine Politis Mondays, January 22 - March 19 at 7:30 p.m. No class on February 5, February 19 & March 5 Online Registration: Registration for Hicksville residents will be held exclusively online beginning on Monday, January 8 at 6:30 p.m. Open registration begins on Thursday, January 11 at 9:00 a.m. No fee Limit: 30 Sessions: 6 INTERMEDIATE YOGA with Joe Cilmi Thursdays, February 8 - March 29 at 5:30 p.m. Classes will be held at the Computer & Resource Center. Online Registration: Open online registration begins on Thursday, January 18 at 6:00 p.m. Fee: $35 check or money order Limit: 24 Sessions: 8 ZUMBA with Cathy Cromer Wednesdays, March 7 - May 16 at 6:00 p.m. No class on May 2 Online Registration: Registration for Hicksville residents will be held exclusively online beginning on Thursday, February 8 at 6:00 p.m. Open registration begins on Monday, February 12 at 9:00 a.m. Fee: $35 check or money order Limit: 35 Sessions: 10 5 GATHERING TIME: GREAT FOLK ROCK FESTIVAL Sunday, February 11 at 2:00 p.m. Voted best band runner-up (and top folk band) in the 2011 Long Island Press readers poll, Gathering Time a head-turning folk-rock harmony trio. For their show, The Great Folk Rock Festival, Gathering Time pays and plays tribute to the great acts of the 60s and 70s that influenced their song writing and shaped their sound, performing songs by The Byrds, Bob Dylan, Simon & Garfunkel, the Mamas & the Papas, Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, America, John Denver, Gordon Lightfoot, and many others, including, of course, Crosby, Stills & Nash! No registration is required. English Language Classes INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED ESL CLASSES Every Thursday through May 10th at 6:00 p.m. No classes on January 25, March 22 & April 12 L E A R N ENGLISH This class will help you to learn English and gain skills in conversation, writing, and reading. The series will include lessons on vocabulary and everyday activities. Classes will be held in the Training Room. Registration is ongoing at the Reference Desk. Walk-ins are welcome. Art Exhibits COMMUNITY ROOM ART EXHIBITS Artwork is displayed in the Community Room and may be viewed when a program is not being held. February: The exhibit Memories in Pastel features works in Pastel & Watercolor by award-winning professional portrait artist, Patricia Boes as well as acrylic and mixed media works by Devin Boes and James Boes. LOBBY DISPLAY CASE January: St. Stephen s Nursery School displays student s crafts. February: Our Lady of Mercy will be displaying student s work.

6 PRETZEL DOGS Tuesday, January 9 at 7:15 p.m. Join the Baking Coach to make twelve of these tasty hot dog treats. Take them home in a 9-inch round tin ready for the oven. Class Size: 24 teens Fee: Free TEEN CORNER *REGISTRATION INFORMATION* The following programs will register online starting on Tuesday, January 2 at 3:00 p.m. Pay any fees in the Children s Room within seven days of registering to secure your place in the class. The programs are for teens in grades six through twelve. HEART BOX Monday, February 5 at 7:15 p.m. Create a Heart-shaped storage basket with Alice Azoulay using yarn and beads on a wooden base. Keep jewelry, candy, or coins in the basket. Great for a Valentine s Day gift or keep it for yourself. Class Size: 20 teens Fee: $5.00 materials fee WINTER SCENE Thursday, January 11 at 7:00 p.m. Tina Geller will instruct you on drawing and painting a winter scene with a snowy cardinal. Class Size: 20 teens Fee: Free DENISE FIEDLER: ARTIST Thursday, February 1at 7:00 p.m. Join Tina Geller for a fun art lesson using different papers to create a collage in the style of Denise Fiedler. Please bring a photo of your favorite dog or cat. You don t have to own an animal to have a favorite. Photo can be on your phone. Class Size: 20 teens Fee: Free MINI SANDALS BRACELET Tuesday, February 20 at 7:15 p.m. Beat the winter blahs. Join Catherine Martin to create tiny sandals from polymer clay. The sandals will be attached to a chain bracelet. Each bracelet is completed with a little charm. Class Size: 20 teens Fee: Free CHERRY TREE BLOSSOM PAINTING ON GLASS Tuesday, February 27 at 7:15 p.m. Look forward to Spring by creating a lovely painting of a cherry blossom tree inside a glass picture frame with Doris Benter. Cherry blossom flowers come in so many pretty pastel shades: pink, blue, yellow, and white. Class Size: 20 teens Fee: Free CHILDREN S PROGRAMS Online registration is required for Hicksville UFSD residents: January program registration is ongoing and February program registration begins on Monday, January 15 at 9:15 am. Fees must be paid in cash in the Children s Room within seven days of registering and are not refundable. Materials for craft classes will not be available after the program has been presented. Non-residents may sign up for programs one week prior to the date of the class. Please call the Children s Room to see if any openings remain. Registration is ongoing. CREATIVE ART Class: Thursdays, January 11 & 18 at 4:00 p.m. Using Do You Have a Hat by Eileen Spinelli as our inspiration Tina Geller will guide the children in creating a self-portrait. Please note time of class. This is a two week program. Ages: 5-8 Class: Thursdays, January 25 & February 1 at 4:00 p.m. Tina Geller will guide students through two different art experiences. We will print hearts in the style of Jim Dine. We will also collage heart animals. Please note time of class. Ages: STUDIO ART Class: Tuesdays, January 16 & 23 at 7:15 p.m. Join Tina Geller in hurrying winter along. Students will learn how to draw and paint a winter artwork of a BULLFINCH! This is a two week program. Ages: 9-12 Class: Tuesdays, January 30 & February 6 at 7:15 p.m. Tina Geller will teach students how to make paper and create a Valentine Collage. This is a two week program. Ages: 9-12

7 CHILDREN S PROGRAMS WINTER STORY TIMES TINY TOTS Classes: Mondays, January 8, 22 & 29 at 11:00 a.m. Wednesdays, February 7, 14 & 28 at 11:00 a.m. Ages: 2-3 (with caregiver) Twenty minutes of age appropriate songs and stories for young children. PRESCHOOL STORYCRAFT: Classes: Wednesdays, January 10, 24 & 31 at 11:00 a.m. Tuesdays, February 6, 13 & 27 at 11:00 a.m. Some stories and a simple craft. Ages: 3-5 (with adult) PLAYHOORAY BABY & ME Classes: Wednesdays, January 10, 17 & 24 at 10:15 a.m. Thursdays, February 1, 8 & 15 at 10:15 a.m. Music and fun for your little one! Come sing, dance and PlayHooray with your baby. This 45 minute program is a lively introduction to nursery rhymes, books, music and movement. Ages: 6-18 mo. FAMILY FUN TIME Classes: Fridays, January 12, 19 & 26 at 10:00 a.m. Tuesdays, February & 27 at 7:15 p.m. Ages: 1 1/2-5 Enjoy an interactive hour with your preschooler featuring singing, dancing, storytelling, a craft and more. JUMP FOR JOY Classes: Wednesdays, January 17, 24 & 31 at 7:15 p.m. Fridays, February 2, 16 & 23 at 10:00 a.m. Get ready to Jump for Joy as you play along to popular songs. Ages: 1 1/2-4 CHESS CLASSES Classes: Saturdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17 & 24 at 11:00 a.m. Grades: 1st - 6th HOME SWEET HOME Tuesday, January 9 at 10:30 a.m. Come join A Time for Kids, Inc. as we play, learn and grow in this fun and fast-paced preschool readiness program! Our unique teaching style encourages the child to learn through play, as we work together, to develop fundamental skills necessary for successful learning. Activities include music, movement, fine and gross motor activities, listening activities and a house craft! This fun filled hour will show you why there is no place like home! Ages: 2 1/2-5 SCRIBBLE ART ANIMAL DRAWING Monday, January 15 at 11:30 a.m. Students 1st through 5th grade will join Tina Geller in a fun for all art project. We will create a scribble art animal drawing. Artwork will be suitable for framing. Grades: K - 5th SNOWMAN LOVE WREATH Wednesday, February 7 at 4:15 This snowman shows lots of love and will look great on any door or to give as a gift for Valentine s Day. Create this cute project using clothespins, foam, paint and more. Please dress for a mess as paints are permanent. Grades: K - 5th Materials Fee: $4.00 WINTER WONDERLAND Tuesday, February 20 at 2:00 p.m. Magical snow people, sparkling trees, and glittering snowflakes! Make a fantasy winter wonderland using glittery materials, felt, decorative papers, and more! Grades: K - 5th FUN WITH CHOCOLATE Wednesday, February 21 at 11:00 a.m. Join Judy to make green eggs and ham, smores and oreo cookies with a chocolate spin. Grades: K - 5th SNOWMAN CUPCAKE Thursday, February 22 at 11:00 a.m. Make three frosty snowman cupcakes and take home in a bakery box. Grades: K - 5th WATTS UP WITH MAD SCIENCE Friday, February 23 at 1:00 p.m. Learn about the phenomenon of lightning, how it works, and how to avoid meeting with it up close! Experiment with static electric charges, indoor lightning, and observe how the Van de Graff generator allows for a hair-raising experience. Make your own Mad Science Static Stick. Grades: K - 5th 7

8 HICKSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY 169 Jerusalem Avenue, Hicksville, NY Phone: (516) Fax: (516) LIBRARY HOURS Monday 9 AM - 9 PM Tuesday 9 AM - 9 PM Wednesday 10 AM - 9 PM Thursday 9 AM - 9 PM Friday 9 AM - 5 PM Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM The Library is open on Sundays from October through May, 1 PM - 5 PM NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID HICKSVILLE, NY PERMIT NO. 293 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Mr. Carlos Munozospina, President Mrs. Mary D Antonio, Vice-President Mr. Harold Loomis, Secretary Mr. Harry Single Mr. Geoffrey Rowan ECRWSS Residential Customer Hicksville, New York Mrs. Elizabeth Goldfrank, Director Ms. Roseann Acosta, Newsletter Editor The Library Board meets the third Wednesday of every month at 7:00 PM at the Administration Building located at 120 Second Street in Hicksville. COMPUTER CLASSES Registration for all January computer classes begins on Tuesday, January 2 at 9:00 a.m. Registration for all February computer classes begins on Monday, January 29 at 9:00 a.m. Registration will be held at the Reference Desk in the main library and classes will be held at the Computer & Resource Center. Getting Started - Practice using the mouse and get to know the basics of computers: Tuesday, January 9 at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 6 at 6:30 p.m. Basic Computer - Learn the basics of Windows 10 and explore items such as the start menu, taskbar, desktop, and shortcuts: Thursday, January 11 at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, February 8 at 6:30 p.m. Surfing the Web - A hands-on class about using an internet browser. We will discuss terminology, navigation techniques, domains, internet safety, proper search strategy, and explore your favorite websites: Tuesday, January 16 at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 13 at 6:30 p.m. File Management - A hands-on class to teach you the all-important cut, copy, and paste. Managing your folders, selecting files, deleting files and folders, moving things around on your PC, and more: Tuesday, January 18 at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, February 15 at 6:30 p.m. Microsoft Excel - Get started with Excel spreadsheet software. We will discuss formatting, managing cells, formulas, functions, charts, and more: Tuesday, January 23 & Thursday, January 25 at 6:00 p.m. Microsoft Word - Learn to create, edit, save, and print documents. You will also learn to cut and paste, format text, spacing, margins, headers, pictures, and tables: Tuesday, Feb. 20 & Thursday, Feb. 22 at 6:30 p.m.