Newsletter Franklin Franklin Square Square Public Public Library Library Fall Fall 2013 2013 19 Lincoln Road • Franklin Square, N.Y. 11010 • 516-488-3444 E-mail: [email protected] • Website: www.franklinsquarepl.org From the Directors Desk… 2013 Summer Reading Club Round-Up The summer was busy with patrons taking advantage of the Library’s two summer reading clubs ; one club for the adults called “Groundbreaking Reads” and one for the children, tweens, and Young Adults called “Dig Into Reading.” The adult summer reading club program ran from the end of June to August 19th with 90 participants and an amazing 800 books read over the summer. Those who joined the club received a special tote bag and then submitted reviews of the books they read. For every 4 books read, participants’ names were put into a drawing to win a Kindle, generously donated by the Friends of the Library. The lucky winner who read twelve books this summer was frequent Library user Lana Noone! Runner-up winners included Kym Caliguri, who read 58 books, Jaclyn Franke Keller, who read 51 books and Janet Carfora, who read 48 books. For all other reading club registrants prizes included a notebook and pen, a cell phone holder, and a nylon lunch bag. A special thanks to reference librarian Angela Hughes for her hard work and enthusiasm this summer in running her 5th successful adult reading club! (Kindle winner, Lana Noone) The Children’s Department ran their successful reading club - “Dig Into Reading” for preschoolers through Young Adults. There were a total of 466 youths who participated in this year’s club, with 4,201 books read, 7 4 p ro g r a m s offered and 3,620 who attended those programs. For their efforts, all youths who participated, received a bag full of prizes. The Children’s Department had their reading club party on August 23rd featuring the Green Meadows Farm Petting Zoo. A good time was had by all! Again, my thanks go to Children’s Department Head Faye Lieberman and children’s librarians Diane Bolte Gregory and Barbara Thompson for promoting the importance of reading to the children of Franklin Square. Lisa Paulo Library Director Don’t Forget... September Is Library Card Sign-Up Month! If you do not have a Library card yet, or need to renew yours, just bring in two forms of identification (one must be a photo ID) with your current Franklin Square address on it to the Library, bring it to the Circulation Desk and you will receive a Library card. Please note, to receive a Library card you must be a resident of School District 17. The Library Newsletter is going green! As part of our continuous effort to be fiscally and environmentally responsible, the newsletter, from this issue on, will be produced in digital format. Patrons may receive the newsletter by e-mail or visit our website at www.franklinsquarepl.org to view and/or print a copy. A limited number of print copies will be available at the Circulation desk. Go to our website to print a copy or sign up for automatic e-mail delivery. Fall 2013 Franklin Square Public Library Tai Chi for People With Arthritis Friday, September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25 Adult Programs 10:30-11:30 AM Join Elaine Fleischman, specially trained by the Arthritis Foundation for an 8 week Tai Chi program. Tai Chi is a set of movements developed thousands of years ago in China. Registration begins Monday, August 26. Extreme Design Make-Over Saturday, September 21 2:00 PM Interior Designer Jacqui Palatnik invites you to an exciting program focusing on re-doing and sprucing up what you already have. Her extensive design experience will allow her to teach you the tricks of the trade. Learn about color, space planning, fabrics, window-treatments, flooring, lighting and accessories. Registration begins Monday, September 9. Stretch and Flex with Marianna Tuesday, September 24, October 15, 22, 29, November 19, 26 10:30-11:30 AM This is a program of easy, low-impact exercises to improve posture, balance, breathing, range of motion, and body flexibility. Wear comfortable clothes. Registration begins Monday, September 9, The ABC’s of Medicare Including the Part D Prescription Drug Plan Friday, September 27 2:00 PM Join Carol Kaplowitz and learn about Medicare A & B, who is eligible, what a Medicare Advantage plan is, and how the Part D prescription drug plan works. All About Quilting Wednesday, October 2 2:00 PM Join Emilia Baer for a lecture on the development of quilting: symbolism, materials and equipment used. Quilting finally has been recognized as more than just a method to make bed covers; it is a craft used to create wall hangings, clothing and fine art. Acrylic and Mixed Media Painting Styles: A Look At Some Of Nat Solomon’s Paintings Thursday, October 3 7:00 PM Nat Solomon is a Franklin Square resident who has been teaching art in elementary school for the past 24 years. For the past 15 years he has been creating his own art, which he will discuss at this presentation. Senior ID Cards Friday, October 11 1:00-4:00 PM Stop by the library and let the Town of Hempstead help you get a Senior ID card. ALZHEIMER’S WORKSHOP Friday, November 1 2:00 PM How to Maximize your Eligibility for College Financial Aid Saturday, November 2 2:00 PM Finding Love in Time For the Holidays: It’s Not too Late Tuesday, November 5 2:00 PM Robotic Orthopedic Surgery Friday, November 8 2:00 PM Painted/Ironed Scarves Thursday, November 7 2:00 PM Medicare Overview Friday, November 15 2:00 PM Holiday Eating Survival Guide Saturday, November 16 2:00 PM Edvard Munch: His Life & Works Monday, November 18 2:00 PM The Alzheimer’s Disease Resource Center will be here to present a lecture/presentation on Alzheimer’s Disease. Long Island Funding for Education will be here to discuss methods to maximize your family’s eligibility for college financial aid. Learn how to qualify for scholarships. Hear about financial strategies and tactics to increase your college savings. Middle school and high school students and parents are welcome. Living busy and hectic lives, single people often find earning a living, advancing a career and tending to personal and familial responsibilities drain them of the energy required to find what they most need to live fulfilling lives: interaction and connection to others. Topics include finding local singles groups and venues, online introductions and dating tips. Join Dr. Matthew Hepinstall from Franklin Hospital and learn about robotic surgery. Come create a fun craft that you can keep or give away! Registration begins on Monday, October 28, 2013. Learn about the various Medicare Healthcare Plan options. The Medicare Annual Enrollment period runs from October 15th to December 7th. Learn what is out there, so that you can make an informed choice. Join Hofstra University Continuing Education Instructor, Margaret Marshal;learn how to make it through the holidays without gaining weight! Join Emilia Baer for an art lecture! Munch is famous for the emotions and symbolism which is found in his artwork. Using various media, Munch created four versions of his most famous work, The Scream. (more programs on page 4) Fall 2013 Franklin Square Public Library SUNDAY PROGRAMS @ 2:00 PM Tickets are needed to attend the Sunday programs. Our highly professional Sunday programs are best enjoyed by our adult patrons. The parking lot door on the side of the building will be open to facilitate seating (the main doors of the library are not open on Sundays). Please come on time. The Sunday programs start promptly at 2 PM. District 17 Residents can pick up tickets for the Sunday programs starting the Monday two weeks before. If any tickets remain, they will be available to all on a first come, first serve basis at the door the afternoon of the performance. Bobby Darin: An Audio Visual Presentation Sunday, November 17 Join Jack Schnur and learn about this multi- talented performer. See interviews and tv clips of Bobby Darin. George Harrison Tribute Sunday, September 29 Come hear Tom Cavanagh and friends perform their tribute to George Harrison. Rave On! Sunday, October 6 Featuring the music of Rock & Roll legend Buddy Holly and other name acts of the era that many consider Rock & Roll’s best, this music will get you rocking. Always a crowd pleaser, come hear the music that influenced The Beatles, Bruce Springsteen, The Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan. Just Sixties Sunday, November 24 Break out your tie-dyed shirts and bell bottom jeans and rediscover the psychedelic era through music performed by Long Island’s number one sixties band, “Just Sixties.” Relive the fads, culture, news and Americana of the sixties while listening to your favorite hits from The Beatles, The Beach Boys, The Doors, The Temptations, Simon & Garfunkel, The Rolling Stones, The Monkees, Sonny & Cher and many more. Take our trivia quiz and test your knowledge about toys, tv shows and musical groups from the most memorable decade in history. Homegrown String Band Sunday, November 10 Join us for an afternoon of high energy American roots music. America’s premier purveyor of family style original & neo-traditional acoustic American roots music, they proudly carry on the tradition of families making a joyful sound and sharing it with their friends and neighbors. Lets Get Away From It All Sunday, December 1 Take a trip with Paul and Rochelle as they explore the pleasures, frustrations, and rewards of hitting the road. This journey through song includes great standards (Route 66, I Left My Heart in San Francisco, I Love Paris), humorous numbers (Why do the Wrong People Travel?, Mention my Name in Sheboygan), and wistful ballads (Leaving on a Jet Plane, I’m Travelin’ Light). As Henry Miller said, “Ones destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” Fall 2013 Franklin Square Public Library YAPROGRAMS For young adults, ages 13 and up. GOAL SETTING FOR OPTIMUM RESULTS AND ACHIEVEMENT THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 7:00 PM Learn how to implement what top world leaders use in their goal setting formulas. YOU have all it takes to accomplish anything! Life coach Yvonne Saravia helps you map it all out in this intensive workshop. Space is limited to 20. Registration begins September 26. “BUD ABBOTT & LOU COSTELLO MEET FRANKENSTEIN” HALLOWEEN MOVIE AND PIZZA FEST THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31 7:00 PM Calling all teens! Celebrate the season with a classic Abbott & Costello movie. Wear a costume and enjoy some pizza as two hapless freight handlers find themselves encountering monsters: Dracula, Frankenstein & the Wolfman. This film has been reviewed as “stupid, corny, hokey, entertaining, lots of good laughs”. Sign up at the reference desk, beginning October 17th. Younger siblings in costume may attend IF accompanied by a teen. TEENS FOR ANIMAL RIGHTS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14 7:00 PM How does a fun and healthy vegan diet protect the planet and all its living creatures? Learn how to become a voice for the voiceless while exploring the benefits of veganism. Please register beginning October 31. 7:00 PM STEAMPUNK JEWELRY: POLYMER CLAY & RESIN THURSDAY, JANUARY 30 7:00 PM This workshop defines etiquette and good manners as they pertain to teens and teen issues. Ms. Arely Mendoza-Cantos, found of the Always Gracious Academy of Etiquette and Image in Malverne, will cover a variety of topics such as: family manners, greetings and introductions, verbal and non-verbal communication, proper and improper languages, public behavior, telephone/cell manners, being a host/guest, dress codes and interviewing for college. This program is limited to 10. Registration begins November 21 for ages 13+. This is a creative enterprise, fusing Steampunk style with handmade beads and hardware. Design your own unique pieces. Registration begins January 16. These workshops are FREE for teens ages 13 and over. (adult programs continued from page 2) COMPUTER WORKSHOPS Computer Kindergarten to Computer 6th Grade Monday, September 16, 23, 30 October 7, 21, 28 November 4 10:30-11:30 AM Registration for this 7-part series begins on Monday, August 26, 2013 for District 17 residents; for all other, space permitting, registration begins Tuesday, September 3, 2013. The fee for the series is $35 due at registration. You may not register without paying in full. Sorry, no refunds. Class size is limited to 24. 12 laptop computers are provided with 2 people per laptop. What To Do With Your House Reverse Your Mortgage Tuesday, October 1 REAL LIFE: MANNERS FOR TEENS THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12 2:00 PM Come learn the truth about Reverse Mortgages and the Federal Benefit HECM program. Moving Your IRA’s and 401K’s: Complete Financial Workshop and Retirement Funding Thursday, November 21 7:00 PM If you left your last job, but your 401 K is still at you old company, why? Learn how easy it is roll over your retirement funds. This seminar by Financial Advisor Ronald Steiger shows you what to do to help take control of your financial future. Landmarks and Historic Sites of Long Island Thursday, December 5 7:00 PM Author Ralph Brady guides you through this journey: learn little known facts about Long Island’s history as Mr. Brady’s lecture focuses upon 40 historic sites. Selling Your Home in a Challenging Market Saturday, October 5 2:00 PM Join Mary E. Adams, Real Estate Broker. Learn how to obtain the highest price possible for your home within a reasonable period of time and with the least amount of inconvenience, in a market both challenging and opportunistic. Fall 2013 Franklin Square Public Library MOVIES Angela’s Book Discussion OCT. 3 SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK 122 Min. (R) OCT. 17 HYDE PARK ON HUDSON 94 Min. (R) OCT. 10 OCT. 24 OCT. 31 BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD “42” BELL, BOOK AND CANDLE (1956) NOV. 21 GUILT TRIP 95 Min. JACK REACHER 130 Min. DEC. 19 PLAYING FOR KEEPS 105 Min. DEC. 26 TROUBLE WITH THE CURVE SAFE HAVEN 111 Min. 115 Min. JAN. 2 ANNA KARENINA 129 Min. (R) JAN. 16 LIZ AND DICK 88 Min. JAN. 9 JAN. 23 JAN. 30 WON’T BACK DOWN QUARTET LAURA (1944) School starts again—projects assigned Need info fast—you’re in a bind. Our databases will help you succeed A library card is all that you need. Science fair projects for all grades and ages Health sites, tutors, and newspaper pages. Scholarly journals and history’s capers Lit criticisms for English term papers. Encyclopedias for little ones too Discover read-a-likes for Winnie the Pooh. Your research library’s just a mouse click away on our website, available both night and day. 118 Min. DEC. 5 DEC. 12 An Ode to FSPL Databases 106 Min. 93 Min. TOUCHBACK Five People You Meet In Heaven by Mitch Albom Tuesday, December 3 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM 128 Min. COLD LIGHT OF DAY 121 Min. 98 Min. 88 Min. Did You Know? Library Board Meetings are normally held the last Tuesday of the month at 7 PM. The public is cordially invited. The Knitting and Crocheting Guild meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month at 1 PM. The Quilter’s Group meets the first and third Friday of the month at 10 AM. The Poetry Group meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 PM. The Friends of the Library meet on the third Thursday of the month at 10:15 AM. New members are sought and cordially welcomed. 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Kitchen House by Kathleen Grissom Tuesday, November 5 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM 93 Min. NOV. 7 NOV. 14 Sutton by J.R. Moehringer Tuesday, October 1 THURSDAYS AT 2 PM Zinio: Free Magazine Subscriptions Available on Your Computer and Portable Devices Zinio is an online magazine subscription service subscribed to by the Franklin Square Public Library. It allows patrons to view magazines purchased by the Library on their computer or portable device free of charge and with no expiration date. Each magazine is displayed in its entirety complete with original page layout, images, and advertisements. The Franklin Square Library currently subscribes to over seventy magazines including the Food Network Magazine, National Geographic, Newsweek, Rolling Stone, US Weekly, and Weight Watchers. For more information, and to start downloading today, visit our website www.franklinsquarepl.org and click on the Zinio link. FREE Museum Passes Family outings can be a lot of fun, but also very expensive. The Library can help! Free passes are available to Franklin Square Public Library cardholders to the following museums: The Cradle of Aviation, The Guggenheim Museum, The Intrepid Sea, Air, & Space Museum, The Long Island Children’s Museum, The Nassau County Museum of Art, Old Westbury Gardens, and The Vanderbilt Museum. Franklin Square Public Library CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Fall 2013 Please register in person for library programs. Story Time Ages 18 months - 5 years Fall Story Time - October 7 through November 18 Registration begins on Wednesday, October 2 18-24 Months: Mondays at 10:30 AM Class is limited to 15 2 year-olds: Thursdays at 10:30 AM Class is limited to 20 3-4 year-olds: Tuesdays or Wednesdays at 10:30 AM Class is limited to 25 4-5 year-olds: Thursdays at 1:30 PM Class is limited to 25 SAMANTHA SPADE… DETECTIVE OF THE YEAR! GRADES 3-7 MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18 7:00 PM Finally, Detective Samantha Spade is getting the recognition she deserves at the annual International Detective Society banquet by receiving the “Golden Sherlock Award”. But is Detective Spade allowed to enjoy her night…not to mention her Chicken Parmigiana dinner…NO! A crime is committed and she…along with you…must solve it. “Just 2 Fun” This program is designed just for 2 year-old children, where they do simple crafts and play. Registration for all 3 sessions is on Monday, September 23. Thursday, October 3 at 10:30 AM Friday, November 1 at 10:30 AM Friday, December 6 at 10:30 AM Story Craft Ages 3 - 5 years old Classes are held on Saturdays at 2:00 PM. Class is limited to 25. October 12 Class Registration begins October 2 November 9 Class Registration begins October 30 November 30 Class Registration begins November 4 January 11 Class Registration begins January 2 Craft Programs All craft programs are held at 4 PM. The grades listed are as of September. There is a $1.00 fee for materials which is to be paid at the time of registration. Each class is limited to 25. TOMBSTONE DOOR HANGERS Monday, October 28 Grades K-2 MARSHMALLOW PUMPKINS Tuesday, October 29 Grades 3-6 PILGRIM HATS Monday, November 18 Grades K-2 TURKEY SUNCATCHER Tuesday, November 19 Grades 3-6 FOAM PENGUINS Monday, January 27 Grades K-2 SNOWMAN COASTERS Tuesday, January 28 Grades 3-6 Scare people away from your room with a foam tombstone door hanger. Registration begins on Wednesday, October 2.* Turn foam marshmallows into a jack- o’-lantern tower. Registration begins on Wednesday, October 2.* Color your own Pilgrim hat. Registration begins on Monday, November 4.* Use glass stain and paint to decorate your suncatcher. Registration begins on Monday, November 4.* Create an adorable foam penguin. Registration begins on Thursday, January 2.* Your cold drink could use this snowman coaster. Registration begins on Thursday, January 2.* *Please register in person for library programs. Fall 2013 Franklin Square Public Library TWEEN CRAFTS These programs are for students in grades 5-8. There is a $2.00 fee for materials due at registration. Classes are limited to 20 students. Please register for library programs in person. WITCH SHOES Tuesday, October 22 POMPOM TURKEYS Tuesday, November 12 7:00 PM JINGLE BELL ORNAMENTS Tuesday, December 10 7:00 PM 7:00 PM PENGUIN PILLOWS Tuesday, January 21 7:00 PM Make a pair of witch shoes and fill them with treats. Registration begins on Wednesday, October 2. Turn pompoms and felt shapes into turkeys. Registration begins on Wednesday, October 30. HALLOWEEN CUPCAKES GRADES 5-8 Tuesday, October 15 7:00 PM 4:00 PM The Science Museum of Long Island will bring their portable planetarium. See stars, planets and galaxies. Class is limited to 25. Registration begins on Wednesday, October 2. WINTERTIME MOTHER-DAUGHTER CRAFT GRADES 3-7 Wednesday, November 6 7:00 PM Mothers and daughters will work together to make a lovely seasonal craft. There is a $2.00 materials fee. A hot glue gun is necessary for the class. Registration begins on Wednesday,October 2. ANIMAL PROTECTION GRADES 4-7 Thursday, November 7 MOVIE EFFECTS GRADES 1-5 Wednesday, November 13 4:00 PM Mad Science shows you how to make simple movie effects. Class limit is 20. Registration begins on Wednesday, October 30. TIME FOR KIDS AGES 18 MONTHS - 5 YEARS Mondays, December 2, 9, 16 10:30 AM Donna Green provides music, movement, stories and crafts in a 3 week workshop. Class limit is 25. Please plan on attending all 3 sessions. Registration begins on November 4. HOLIDAY CRAFT DAY Wednesday, December 4 10:00 AM - 4:45 PM Come in and make a holiday craft. We have something for everyone. This is a free program with no registration. TOYS, TOYS, TOYS GRADES 1-5 Wednesday, December 11 4:00 PM MARSHMALLOW POPS GRADES 5-8 Tuesday, January 7 7:00 PM LUCKY FORTUNES GRADES 1-5 Thursday, January 16 4:00 PM 4:00 PM The Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum will be bringing toys from the 1800’s. Class is limited to 25. Registration begins on Tuesday, November 26. 3:30 PM Mrs. Kathy helps you make assorted flavored marshmallow pops. The fee for materials is $3.00. Class limit is 20. Registration begins on Thursday, January 2. Johnda Ferrari teaches you about the ways animals protect themselves from danger. Class limit is 25. Registration begins on Wednesday, October 30. THAT WIMPY KID IS BACK!! GRADES 3-7 Friday, November 8 Tie and stuff a cute penguin pillow. Registration begins on Thursday, January 2. Special Programs Pastry chef Mary T. Sydor l shows you the professional way to decorate cupcakes. The fee for materials is $3.00. Class is limited to 20. Registration begins on Wednesday, October 2. STARLAB GRADES 4-7 Wednesday, October 9 Construct a snowman and a cardinal out of bells, wood and felt. Registration begins on Tuesday, November 26. The new “Wimpy Kid” book came out this week and we want to celebrate.We’re calling all Wimpy Kid aficionados to test their knowledge on all the previous books. There will be prizes…even copies of the new book “Hard Luck”. Registration begins on Wednesday, October 9. Celebrate Chinese New Year with the Long Island Children’s Museum. Class limit is 25. Registration begins on Thursday, January 2. Franklin Square Public Library Non Profit Org U.S. Postage PAID 19 Lincoln Road, Franklin Square, N.Y. 11010 www.franklinsquarepl.org [email protected] 516-488-3444 Permit # 1328 Flushing, NY BOARD OF TRUSTEES Dr. Patricia Galaskas, President Dr. Michael Russo, Vice-President Francis Ammendolea Julie Soffientini William Youngfert ***** ECRWSS ***** DIRECTOR Lisa Paulo Our Mission Statement: To stand as a community center providing information, learning, inspiration and enjoyment. LIBRARY HOURS MONDAY 10 AM - 9 PM TUESDAY 10 AM - 9 PM WEDNESDAY 10 AM - 9 PM THURSDAY 10 AM - 9 PM FRIDAY 10 AM - 6 PM SATURDAY 10 AM - 5 PM Can’t get enough? Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Delicious! Fall 2013 Franklin Square Public Library Do We Have Book Discussions... “OH, THE PLACES YOU’LL GO” BOOK DISCUSSION Grades K – 1 Friday, October 11 3:30 PM We will travel the world through reading stories. While talking about our books, we will have a little snack and also do a craft! Books will be available upon registration on Monday, September 23. “SECOND TO NONE” BOOK DISCUSSION Grade 2 Friday, October 18 3:30 PM Books which are just right for 2nd graders will be read. After our discussion, we will also make a craft! Books will be available upon registration on Monday, September 23. GIRLS SATURDAY MOVIE PLUS BOOK DISCUSSION Saturday, October 19 1:00 PM AMERICAN GIRLS BOOK DISCUSSION “MEET CAROLINE” Thursday, October 24 7:00 PM “BOYS ONLY” BOOK DISCUSSION Friday, October 25 3:30 PM You will read the book at home, then come in to discuss it. After that we will all watch the movie based on the book together…while stuffing ourselves with popcorn and candy of course! The book will be available beginning Monday, September 23 when you register. Let’s go back in time and meet Caroline Abbott, an American girl growing up during the War of 1812. We will read and discuss the first book in the series, “Meet Caroline” and do a craft as well. Books will be available upon registration on Monday, September 23. The rule is “NO GIRLS ALLOWED” in this book discussion. We’ll be reading some spooky stories for the Halloween season. They will be available when you register on Monday, September 23.
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