10th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, October 1

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1 Cold Spring Harbor Library & Environmental Center Expanding your Horizons Since 1886 Newsletter Serving the communities of Cold Spring Harbor, Laurel Hollow & Lloyd Harbor September / October th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, October 1 It is hard to believe that ten years have passed since the opening of the new library building! We hope you have enjoyed using the library over the past decade, and we appreciate the community s ongoing support! Library Hours Monday Thursday 9:30 a.m. 9:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday 9:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Sunday (September 11, 2016-June 11, 2017) 1:00 5:00 p.m. The Library Will Be Closed Monday, September 5 (Labor Day) Library Board Meetings All are welcome. Monday, September 12, 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 6, 7:00 p.m. Contact Us Website: Phone: (631) Fax: (631) Come celebrate our 10th Anniversary with a fun-filled day of special events. All residents are welcome to attend. Drop-in Library Mini Golf, 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. Drop-in Cupcake Decorating, 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Live Performance of Beauty & the Beast by Plaza Theatrical (registration required), 1:00 p.m. Musical Performance by CSH Junior/Senior High School Students, (time to be announced) Story Walk Kick-off, 10:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Art in the Library LONG ISLAND: QUIET SPACES & BEAUTIFUL PLACES Nancy Wernersbach has captured the beauty of Long Island s many parks, beaches and gardens from Nassau to the East End in her oil and watercolor paintings. The exhibit will be on display from September 2 through October 30. Reception with the artist: Saturday, September 10, 2:00-4:00 p.m.

2 Letter from the Director Dear Residents, Summer at the Library was an exciting time, with tremendous participation in our Summer Reading Clubs. As fall begins, we are planning a special event for Saturday, October 1: The 10th Anniversary Celebration of the opening of our beautiful building. There will be fun events for children of all ages, including Mini Golf, Story Walk, and our always popular Cupcake Decorating. The highlights of the day will be a musical performance by students from Cold Spring Harbor Jr./Sr. High School, and a performance of Beauty and the Beast by Plaza Theatrical. I hope you are able to participate in the 10th Anniversary Celebration, and the numerous other quality programs we offer every day. I look forward to seeing you at the Library! Sincerely, Dr. Roger Podell SIGNATURE EVENT WILD GINGER Sunday, October 16, 2:00 p.m. This three-woman a cappella vocal ensemble will give a captivating performance of a variety of African chants, European chansons, and American folk songs. Entertainment for the whole family! TEEN TECH TUTORS Wednesday, September 28 & Tuesday, October 18, 3:00-5:00 p.m. Adult learners: Baffled by your smartphone or computer? Tech-savvy teens will be here to help! Call the Children s Desk for an appointment. Teen volunteers: Coach adult learners in developing skills in using their devices at their own pace and earn community service credit. Call or visit the Children s Desk to sign up. COLD SPRING HARBOR LIONS CLUB 12TH ANNUAL FISHING DERBY Saturday, September 17 (Rain date: Sunday, September 18) Open to children up to and including 16 years old. Awards and refreshments! Registration will be from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Seafarer s parking lot, West Main St. (25A), Cold Spring Harbor. Weigh-in starts at 3:30 p.m. The entry fee is $15; proceeds benefit the CSH Library Children s Department and the Guide Dog Foundation. For more information, cshlions@gmail.com or call (516) CALLING ALL THESPIANS! Acting Workshop Fridays, September 16-November 4, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Learn the fundamentals of acting. Register with a check for $200 payable to CSH Library. For ages 18 and up. Little Theatre Group Thursday, September 22, 7:00 p.m. If you have been harboring a desire to trod the boards as an actor, musician, or stagehand, this is for you! The group would meet Thursday evenings. Interested? Come to this initial meeting. For ages 18 and up. 2

3 Children s Programs Registration with a Cold Spring Harbor Library card is ongoing for all programs. Children should be the appropriate age for each program. Caregivers are required to remain in the library during all children s programs. Little Ones Learn & Play Mondays, 9:45 a.m. For children from birth-12 months A short storytime followed by open play with your little one. STORYTIME SCHEDULE Session I: Monday, September 19 Friday, October 14 Session II: Monday, October 24 Friday, November 18 Mother Goose Time Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. For children months with adult Enjoy sharing rhymes, songs, and movement with your child. Toddler Time Thursdays & Fridays, 10:30 a.m. For children ages 2 & 3 with adult A beginning storytime filled with more advanced stories, songs, fingerplays, movement, and crafts. Preschool Storytime Wednesdays, 2:00 p.m. For preschool children ages 3 & 4 Your child s first independent storytime. 45 minutes of art, stories, music, crafts, and fun. TASTY TALES & TREATS Wednesdays, 4:30 p.m. For children in grade 2 September 28: Flat Stanley s Worldwide Adventures: The African Safari Discovery by Josh Greenhut October 19: A to Z Mysteries: The School Skeleton by Ron Roy A book discussion followed by the making of delicious treats! Come to the library to pick up this month s selection. FOR CHILDREN AGES 2-5 WITH ADULT BACK-TO-SCHOOL STORY & CRAFT Friday, September 9, 10:30 a.m. Celebrate back-to-school with fun stories and a craft. MINI MASTERS: COLORS, SHAPES & LINES WITH SOL LEWITT Wednesday, September 14, 2:00 p.m. For children ages 3-5 with adult Discover the work of Sol LeWitt and create an art project inspired by his work. LITTLE SCIENTISTS Thursday, September 22, 2:00 p.m. For children in preschool Explore the wonderful world of science with books, games, and hands-on activities. MINI PUMPKIN DECORATING Wednesday, October 19, 10:30 a.m. Decorate a spooky pumpkin for Halloween! SPOOKTACULAR STORYTIME Friday, October 21, 10:30 a.m. Join us for fun and not-so-scary Halloween stories and a craft. HALLOWEEN PARADE Monday, October 31, 11:00 a.m. Come to the library in costume for our annual Halloween parade! FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES AFTERNOON ARTS & CRAFTS Friday, September 23, 3:00 p.m.: Apple Stamping Friday, October 21, 3:00 p.m.: Halloween Crafts FAMILY SCARECROW PROGRAM Sunday, October 2, 2:00 p.m. Bring the whole family and make a scarecrow to display for the season! Bring your own clothes to use for your scarecrow design. Adult-sized clothes work best. PUZZLEMANIA Monday, October 3, 11:00 a.m. Work with other children to assemble a fun, challenging puzzle, which will be put on display in the Children s Department. SNACK & A MOVIE Monday, October 3, 4:30 p.m. The Jungle Book (PG; 105 min) BOARD GAME BONANZA Tuesday, October 4, 12:00 p.m. AUTUMN LEAF ART Tuesday, October 4, 4:30 p.m. Create festive art using autumn leaves! SPOOKY SCULPTURES Monday, October 10, 3:00 p.m. Use Model Magic to sculpt a spooky Halloween creation. HALLOWEEN BINGO Friday, October 28, 3:00 p.m. Challenge your friends to a round of Halloween-themed bingo! 3

4 FOR CHILDREN IN GRADES K-2 BAT SILHOUETTE ART Thursday, October 6, 4:30 p.m. Learn some cool facts about this creature and create bat silhouettes using paint and glitter. GLOWING HALLOWEEN LANTERNS Tuesday, October 11, 4:30 p.m. Make a glowing lantern to light up your window. GOOGLY EYE PICTURE FRAMES Tuesday, October 18, 4:30 p.m. Decorate a spooky Halloween picture frame. FOR CHILDREN IN GRADES 3-5 MUMMY CANDY HOLDERS Wednesday, October 5, 4:30 p.m. Make a spooky mummy candy holder. IN BETWEEN (GRADES 5-7) TWEEN CRAFTERNOON Tuesday, September 13, 4:30 p.m. Bring your friends, music, and creativity to this afternoon of crafts. IN BETWEEN BOOK DISCUSSIONS Monday, September 19, 4:30 p.m.: Sure Signs of Crazy by Karen Harrington Monday, October 24, 4:30 p.m.: The Honest Truth by Dan Gemeinhart Books will be available at the circulation desk one month prior to the discussion. DIY GALAXY JARS Wednesday, September 21, 4:30 p.m. Using a mason jar, make your own colorful version of the galaxy. DAY OF THE DEAD SUGAR SKULLS Wednesday, October 19, 4:30 p.m. Paint and decorate paper mache sugar skulls to commemorate the Day of the Dead. TEEN & IN BETWEEN (GRADES 5-12) BACK-TO-SCHOOL PAINT CHIP CALENDARS Thursday, September 8, 7:00 p.m. Organize your life with this DIY calendar made with paint chips. HEXAGON CORK BOARDS Thursday, September 29, 7:00 p.m. Keep important papers within arm s reach on these awesome cork boards for your room. GRUESOME HALLOWEEN SCIENCE Monday, October 17, 4:30 p.m. Using the science of chemistry, participants will make slimy worms, make paper turn blood red, and make sticky goo. GLOWING HALLOWEEN LANTERNS Thursday, October 27, 4:30 p.m. Make a glowing lantern to light up your window. FOR CHILDREN IN GRADES K-6 BACK-TO-SCHOOL PENCIL JARS Thursday, September 8, 4:30 p.m. Decorate a pencil jar to use during the school year. LEGO CLUB Saturdays, September 10 & October 15, 11:00 a.m. Make new friends and use your imagination to build awesome creations with LEGOS! ADVENTURES IN ART: WALL DRAWINGS WITH SOL LEWITT Monday, September 12 & Wednesday, September 21, 4:30 p.m. Discover the work of Sol LeWitt and create an art project inspired by his work. FOR TEENS & TWEENS GERMAN SOFT PRETZELS Monday, October 10, 2:00 p.m. Make delicious soft pretzels to take home. PUMPKIN DECORATING CONTEST Monday, October 17, 7:00 p.m. Join this extreme decorating competition! Win a prize for first, second, or third place. ZOMBIE COOKIES Thursday, October 20, 7:00 p.m. Make adorably delicious zombie sugar cookies! HALLOWEEN MAKEUP Thursday, October 27, 7:00 p.m. Learn how to do awesome Halloween makeup. TEEN (GRADES 6-12) STUDY SNACK BREAKS Monday, September 26, 3:00-5:00 p.m.: Fondue Tuesday, October 25, 3:00-5:00 p.m.: Pumpkin Spice Lattes TEEN ADVISORY BOARD Share your ideas while having fun! Earn one hour of volunteer credit! Thursday, September 15, 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 5, 3:30 p.m. PRACTICE SAT Saturday, September 17, 1:00-5:00 p.m. Take the full-length exam sponsored by the Princeton Review. PRACTICE PSAT Sunday, September 25, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Take the full-length exam sponsored by the Princeton Review. CARAMEL APPLE DIPPING Monday, September 26 & Tuesday, September 27, 4:30 p.m. Make delicious caramel apples to take home. EDIBLE WITCH HAT & SPIDER TREATS Wednesday, October 12, 4:30 p.m. & Thursday, October 13, 4:30 p.m. Use delicious snack foods to make witch hats and spider treats to take home. FLOWERPOT MONSTERS Thursday, October 20, 4:30 p.m. Create your own not-so-scary monster using a flowerpot and paint! PUMPKIN DECORATING Tuesday, October 25 & Wednesday, October 26, 4:30 p.m. Decorate a spooky pumpkin for Halloween! SAT PREP COURSE Sundays, October 2-23, 2:00-4:30 p.m. Get an overview of the new SAT test and develop strategies to maximize your scores. This program consists of four classes lead by certified teachers with at least ten years experience in the field of test preparation. Register at the Children s Desk by Friday, September 30 with a check for $110 payable to CSH Library. COLLEGE ESSAY PROGRAM Monday, October 24, 7:00 p.m. The essay is often the most difficult (and dreaded!) part of the college application process. It can make the difference between a maybe or a yes. Learn more about writing the all-important college essay, in this workshop with Naushad Mehta, professional writing coach and the founder of Inspired Essays. COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES For teens in grades 7-12 All volunteers must have attended an orientation meeting, which are held every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. TEEN READS BOOK DISCUSSIONS Books will be available at the Circulation Desk one month prior to the discussion. Teens will earn two hours of community service credit for attending. Thursday, September 22, 7:00 p.m.: The Memory of Things by Gae Polisner Join us for this special book discussion where we will be joined by the author! Free copies of The Memory of Things will be provided by the library. Tuesday, October 11, 3:30 p.m.: In the Shadow of Blackbirds by Cat Winters 4

5 INFORMATION SERVICES PROGRAMS Register for adult programs at the Information Services Desk, online, or by phone at (631) See page 2 for additional programs. For program details, visit *We photograph library programs for use in publicity. Please inform us if you do not want to be photographed. BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE KNITTING Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. or 6:45-8:45 p.m. Session 1: September 7-28 Session 2: October 5-November 2 (No class 10/12) Learn to knit, improve your technique, or get help with a current project from knitting experts. Register with a check for $100 per session payable to CSH Library. WATERCOLORS WITH ANNE B. GUNTHNER Afternoon Beginner: Tuesdays, October 18 & 25, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Evening Beginner: Thursdays, September 8-October 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m. (No class 9/22) Intermediate: Thursdays, September 8-October 13, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (No class 9/22) Register with a check for $35 (Afternoon Beginner) or $85 (Evening Beginner & Intermediate) payable to CSH Library. CALLIGRAPHY WITH HOWARD ROSE Saturdays, September 10 & 17, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Learn calligraphy for invitations, distinctive personal letters, or frame-worthy fine art. Supplies provided. Register with a check for $75 payable to CSH Library. DRAWING FOR THE PAINTER Tuesdays, 10:00-11:30 a.m. Session 1: September Session 2: October Learn drawing and composition techniques to enhance your paintings with Marie Sheehy-Walker. Appropriate for all levels of experience. Register with a check for $30 payable to CSH Library and pick up a supplies list. SENIORNET LECTURE: LEARN HOW TO SKYPE Thursday, September 15, 2:00 p.m. Learn how to use this free software to keep in touch with distant friends and relatives. THE JOY OF PAINTING WITH PASTELS Fridays, September 16-October 21, 12:00-2:00 p.m. For both continuing students and beginners. Register with a check for $100 payable to CSH Library and pick up a supplies list. YOUR FALL GARDEN WITH PAULEY THE PLANT GUY Saturday, September 17, 11:00 a.m. Horticulturalist Paul Levine will discuss plants to include in your fall garden. Q&A to follow. TREATING NECK & BACK PAIN Tuesday, September 20, 7:00 p.m. A Northwell Health System physical therapist will talk about neck and back pain. ICELAND: LAND OF FIRE, ICE & GREENERY Wednesday, September 28, 7:00 p.m. World travelers and master photographers Richard and Carole Witkover will give an engaging multimedia presentation on visiting this beautiful country. Q&A to follow. TRUTH IN LABELING Thursday, September 29, 2:00 p.m. Learn how to read nutrition labels, so you can make informed decisions about the foods you consume. MEDICARE QUESTIONS ANSWERED Wednesday, October 5, 2:00 p.m. Join us for a presentation by a planning expert, followed by a Q&A session on this most important medical program. JACK MULDERRIG S PATH TO SUCCESS COURSE Saturdays, October 8-November 19, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Successful businessman Jack Mulderrig will teach you timeless principles used by successful people throughout history that can transform your life. Register with a check for $140 payable to CSH Library. ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE BRIDGE Tuesdays, October 18-December 6, 1:00-3:30 p.m. For students who have taken intermediate bridge or know how to play the game and need a refresher. Register with a check for $100 payable to CSH Library. EMPIRE SAFETY COUNCIL DEFENSIVE DRIVING Tuesday, October 18 & Thursday, October 20, 6:00-8:45 p.m. Register with a check for $30 payable to Empire Safety Council. You must attend both classes to earn your certificate. MINDFUL MEDITATION Wednesdays, October 19 & 26, 2:00 p.m. Join us for a refreshing midday meditation led by Linda Cafiero. SENIORNET LECTURE: VACATION PLANNING ONLINE Thursday, October 20, 2:00 p.m. Learn how to use the Internet to plan your next vacation. PAPER SHREDDING & RECYCLING Sunday, October 23, 1:00-4:00 p.m. Bring two or three boxes of your papers. Paper only; no magazines, newspapers, cardboard, or carbon paper. AN EVENING OF MEDIUMSHIP WITH RICHARD SCHOELLER Tuesday, October 25, 7:00 p.m. Join medium and healer Richard Schoeller for an entertaining and educational evening of discovery about mediumship. Fitness Classes Registration must be accompanied by a nonrefundable check payable to CSH Library. Fitness Fusion: Fridays, September 16-November 4, 11:15 a.m. ($60) (No classes 10/14 or 10/28) Tai Chi: Fridays, September 16-October 21, 10:00 a.m. ($60) Pilates: Mondays, September 12-October 17, 7:00 p.m. ($72) OR Saturdays, September 10-October 22, 9:45 a.m. (No class 9/17) Yin Yoga: Wednesdays, September 14-October 19, 11:15 a.m. ($60) Yin Yoga Sampler: Thursdays, September 15-29, 7:00 p.m. ($30) Yoga: Wednesdays, September 14-October 19, 10:00 a.m. ($60) Book Discussions Discussion books may be requested at the Circulation Desk starting a month before the discussion date. All welcome. Read It in Good Health - Tuesday, 7:00 p.m. American Ghost by Hannah Nordhaus - September 20 Morning Group - Wednesdays, 11:00 a.m. Death at La Fenice by Donna Leon - September 14 Flight of Dreams by Ariel Lawhon - October 12 5

6 Non Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Permit #8 Cold Spring Harbor, NY Courtesy of ZacMel Graphics, LLC Cold Spring Harbor Library 95 Harbor Road Cold Spring Harbor, NY Cold Spring Harbor Library & Environmental Center Expanding your Horizons Since 1886 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Sandra Capek-O Grady, President Helen Weinstein, Vice President Dana Lynch, Treasurer Aviva Franz, Secretary Tara Belfi Robert Hughes Gayle Quaglia George Schwertl Library & Community Notes Dr. Roger Podell, Library Director Diane Scinta, Assistant Director Norah Gillman, Newsletter Editor Amanda Alio, Layout Editor Printed on recycled paper with soy ink CAUMSETT FOUNDATION Visit for information on 19th Annual Benefit: Denim & Diamonds at Caumsett Saturday, September 24, 6:30-11:00 p.m. Honoring Liz and Anthony Piazza. Live music, cocktails, hors d oeuvres, and dinner, as well as live and silent auctions. COLD SPRING HARBOR FISH HATCHERY & AQUARIUM Visit for information on Fall Festival Saturday, September 24, 10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Fishing, petting zoo, games, food, and music. Rain date: 10/1. COLD SPRING HARBOR LABORATORY Visit for information on Concerts at Grace Auditorium Fridays, September 9 & September 16 & Thursday, September 29, 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $20 per person at the door. For event details, call (516) or publicaffairs@cshl.edu. COLD SPRING HARBOR EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Visit or LIKE us on HECKSCHER MUSEUM OF ART Visit for information on Book Discussion at CSH Library The Improbability of Love by Hannah Rothschild Monday, September 26, 1:00-2:30 p.m. Fee: $15 (members), $20 (non-members). To register, call (631) LONG ISLAND GREENBELT TRAIL CONFERENCE Visit for information on Cold Spring Harbor Hill Hop Wednesday, September 7, 9:30 a.m. One of the toughest hikes on L.I. (4.3 miles) with an extremely rewarding view of the harbor. Meet at Nassau-Suffolk Greenbelt trailhead on Harbor Rd. (25A) in the unpaved parking lot adjacent to CSH Library; bring water and bug spray; rain cancels. HUNTINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY Visit for information on Apple Festival at the Kissam House Sunday, October 16, 12:00-4:00 p.m. Play traditional games, try old-time crafts, and dance to the tunes of traditional music. HUNTINGTON-OYSTER BAY AUDUBON SOCIETY Visit for information on Programs at CSH Library A Bird s Eye View of Climate Change Wednesday, September 14, 7:00 p.m. Unhappy Feet: The Impact of Climate Change on Penguins Wednesday, October 12, 7:00 p.m. THE WHALING MUSEUM & EDUCATION CENTER OF COLD SPRING HARBOR Visit for information on Annual Benefit Thursday, October 13 Celebrate the Azores at an evening in support of the museum at Pine Hollow Country Club. 6