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SHELTER ROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
165 Searingtown Road • Albertson, New York 11507-1521
Tel: 516•248-7363 • TTY: 516•248-2367
Webpage: www.srpl.org • e-mail: [email protected]
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SUNDAY AFTERNOON CONCERT
APRIL 23 at 3:00 PM
Hotter Than a Pepper Sprout: America’s Music
featuring Nina et Cetera
The program includes a cross section of the most important trends in American
music ranging from blues, jazz standards, folk, country, gospel, early rock and roll
and country. Nina and Tim will perform songs made famous by Billie Holiday,
Bobbie Gentry, Johnny Cash, Elvis, Pete Seeger, Hank Williams, Patsy Cline and
many others. The singing duo will entertain you on guitar, harmonica, bass,
percussion and auto harp.
PSA SCREENING
Tuesday, April 18 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM
Senator Elaine Phillips (R-Manhasset), in conjunction with
the Integrated Medical Foundation, will be sponsoring
a free prostate cancer PSA test program for men ages 40
and over who have not previously been diagnosed with
prostate cancer, regardless of whether or not they have
insurance. Participants must bring a photo ID with his
address and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to be
notified of the results.
Appointments for the free PSA blood tests will be
scheduled on a first come, first served basis
by calling Senator Phillips’s office at 516-746-5924.
SENIOR RAP GROUP
… for the 55+ set who have a lifetime
of experiences to share!
Anyone interested in joining the group is welcome.
Topics vary and the conversation is lively and provocative.
Mondays from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
April 3 & May 1
Come and join the Shelter Rock Public Library Senior Rap
Group. This discussion group is led by volunteer facilitator,
David Marx.
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WHAT IS PROBATE?
SHOULD I TRY TO AVOID IT?
arranged by the
Nassau County Bar Association’s
Speakers Bureau
Monday, April 3 at 1:30 PM
Attorney Jayson Wolfe will offer a presentation defining
probate, the process of proving the validity of a will, thereby
allowing the administering of the estate according to
the terms of the will. The means of “avoiding” probate
and the reasons why it may not be necessary will be
discussed.
DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASS
for drivers of all ages
ESOL CLASSES
for Speakers of Other Languages)
For Beginner & Intermediate Students
Classes for beginner and intermediate students
Wednesdays at 11:30 AM
April 5, 19, 26 & May 3
In the Community Room.
Registration is NOT required.
Saturday, April 15 from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Fees: Ages 60 plus - $33 • All Others - $38
To register contact Mrs. Susan Donnelly
at (631) 827-2589
JOURNEYING TOGETHER
COMPUTER CLASSES
with Felise Nan Fox, PhD., DLCSW
Wednesday, April 5 at 1:00 PM
How do you cope watching a friend or family member
going through a serious illness and decline? If you are not a
caregiver but are concerned for your loved one and having
difficulty, this monthly support group may be helpful. The
group is designed to give you an opportunity to discuss
feelings, coping strategies, enhance education and gain access
to community resources with peer and professional support.
Shelter Rock Library 24/7 Online
Thursday, April 27 at 1:30 PM
Even when we’re closed there’s a wealth of books, music,
magazines and research tools available for you to access from
home anytime! Come explore the online resources that your
library has to offer. Bring your registered device and staff will be
available to assist after the program.
No registration required.
Introduction to Microsoft Excel
APRIL MOVIES
Saturday, May 6 at 11:00 AM
THURSDAYS at 2 & 7:30 PM
See flyer for details
Learn the basics of the world’s most popular spreadsheet
program, including creating, editing and formatting worksheets,
formulas, and much more.
Prerequisites:
Computer Kindergarten & Computer 1st Grade or equivalent.
Registration begins April 7 at the Reference Desk.
Introduction to Email
April 6
BRIDGET JONES’S BABY
Directed by Sharon Maguire
2016 123 minutes
Rated R - language, sex references, nudity
Cast: Renee Zellweger, Gemma Jones, Jim Broadbent
Monday, May 15 at 1:30 PM
In this hands-on, lecture and demo class you will learn how to
send, receive, forward and reply to email. After you have mastered
the basics, you will learn how to attach files and download.
Prerequisites:
Computer Kindergarten & Computer 1st Grade or equivalent.
Registration begins April 13 at the Reference Desk.
April 20
THE GIRL ON THE TRAIN
Directed by Tate Taylor
2016 112 minutes
Rated R - violence, sexual content, language, nudity
Cast: Emily Blunt, Haley Bennett, Rebecca Ferguson
Fridays, April 7, 21 & May 5 at 12:30 PM
CREATIVE NEEDLES
PLAY MAH JONGG
Tuesdays, April 4, 18 & May 9 at 1:00 PM
Join others in playing the game that has fascinated
people for so many years with its strategies,
sequences and combinations. Bring a team, a friend
or come by yourself and enjoy the game. Limited
materials will be available, so if you own a set, please
feel free to bring it with you.
Bring your projects and supplies to knit, crochet,
needlepoint, embroider or cross stitch in the company of
other needle craft lovers. A time for conversation, crafting
and simply sharing tips and techniques while “the needles
fly” with other craft enthusiasts.
CALMING COLORS
Registration is not required.
CANASTA
Fridays, April 7 & May 5 at 10:00 AM
Canasta, a card game popular in the
fifties is making a big come back.
Join in playing this very social game.
Limited materials will be available,
please feel free to bring your own with
you.
Registration is not required.
Coloring used to be an activity for children but coloring
books for adults have now found their way to bestsellers’
lists throughout the world. The therapeutic potentials of
coloring include reduced anxiety and an increased ability
to focus. We’ll provide the materials — all you need to
do is bring your desire to focus on the moment and stay
between the lines.
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP
in the Conference Room
Thursday, April 27 at 1:30 PM
The Alzheimer’s Association Long Island Chapter offers a support group on the fourth Thursday of the month. It is designed to provide
emotional, educational and social support for caregivers. Participants will be helped to develop methods and skills to solve problems.
Caregivers are encouraged to maintain their own personal, physical and emotional health as well as optimally caring for the person with
dementia.
Register and/or call 1–800–272-3900 for more information.
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BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING
In the Conference Room • No Registration Required
Tuesday, April 25 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
A nurse from St. Francis Hospital will be conducting free blood pressure screenings on the
fourth Tuesday of each month. Participation will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP
BEGINNING ANEW
with Marguerite Dilimetin, Group Facilitator,
Nassau County Office for the Aging and Mental Health
Wednesday, April 19 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM
This support group is designed for all
caregivers. It provides an opportunity
for participants to share experiences and
help one another.
No one should be alone! with Marla Matthews, Social Worker
Wednesday, May 3 at 4:00 PM
Registration is NOT Required.
Join this supportive discussion group
of divorced, widowed and single adults
ages 50 plus! Change is always happening and if you’re
experiencing changes, perhaps your journey can be easier
with new friends and a better understanding of how to begin
anew.
First time attendees or for more information, please call 516-227-7071.
STRESS MANAGEMENT
ADULT BOOK DISCUSSIONS
with Dr. Penny Stern, Northwell Health
Board Certified in Preventive Medicine
Tuesday, April 25 at 1:30 PM
Stress is ever-present in our busy lives and impacts each of
us differently. Completely doing away with stress isn’t possible, but we can manage it and relieve some of the problems
associated with it. This talk will provide practical suggestions
for de-stressing right now!
A STAR FOR MRS. BLAKE
by April Smith
Led by SRPL Librarians
Cathy Loechner and Toni Ann Kaminski
Wednesday, April 5 at 2:30 PM
Registration began March 8 at the Reference Desk.
THE GIRLS OF ATOMIC CITY:
The Untold Story of the Women
Who Helped Win World War II
by Denise Kiernan
Led by SRPL Librarians
Jennifer Garland and Ellen Miller
Wednesday, May 10 at 2:30 PM
The incredible story of the young women of Oak Ridge,
Tennessee who played a crucial role in U. S. history.
Although their jobs were shrouded in mystery, they had
a sense of shared purpose and close friendships. While
they thought they would leave Oak Ridge after the war,
many still call the town home. Through interviews of the
dozens of surviving women and others, the story of The
Girls of Atomic City tells of their significant role in an
exciting way that blends history and science and reveals
the reverberations from their work which are still being felt
today.
WOMEN ARTISTS
THROUGH the CENTURIES
with Ines Powell, Educator,
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Friday, April 28 at 11:00 AM
Women artists have been very involved in creating art
throughout history, but their work has not been as well
acknowledged as that of men. Women artists faced challenges
due to gender biases in society over the centuries. They often
encountered difficulties in training, travelling and selling
their work. This lecture will explore the role of women in
western art from the 16th to the 20th century. Sofonisba
Anguissola, Fede Galizia, Lavinia Fontana, Artemisia
Gentileschi, Angelica Kauffman, Mary Cassatt and Berthe
Morisot are a few of the female artists who will be featured
in this lecture.
Registration begins April 12 at the Reference Desk.
FLUTISSIMO!
presented by Lauren Ausubel, Claudia Beeby, Leslie Strait and Jerence Weitman
Co-sponsored by the Brandeis National Committee — L.I. Chapter and SRPL
Tuesday, May 2 at 1:30 PM
An informal gathering will
precede the presentation at 1:00 PM
Come and hear the Flutissimo flute quartet perform a varied program including
classical and contemporary music on traditional C flutes, piccolo, alto and bass flutes.
Members of the quartet also expand the ensemble to include other instruments to
provide a more diverse repertoire.
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YOUNG ADULT
CHESS GAME HELPERS
for Teens in Grades 6 - 12
Tuesday, April 11 from 2 to 3:30 PM
Community service
certificates will
be awarded.
Teens will assist Children in Grades 2-5 in playing a game or 2 of chess.
Registration began on March 30.
SCARF DONATION PROJECT
TEEN READ-A-THON
Celebrate National Library Week and
Read for the Fun of It
with Green Earth Crafts
for Teens in Grades 5 - 12
Wednesday, April 26 from 4:30 to 5:30 PM
Teens &Tweens in Grades 6 - 12
are Invited to Celebrate Reading!
You will make a scarf from an old t-shirt
which you will transform by twisting and
stretching it. You’ll find it quite physical
and fun! The scarf will be brought to a
local shelter.
You may bring an old t-shirt (needs to
be large or extra large) to make one for
yourself after you’ve made your donation.
Saturday, April 1 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Popular teen books and magazines will be on hand. We will
have read alouds, book talks, poetry readings and teens will
be able to read to young children at 10:00 AM if they wish.
Refreshments will be available and you will earn community
service credit. Help the hungry and donate a non-perishable
food item which will be brought to Long Island Cares.
Sign-up in the Teen Room began on March 16
and pick up a copy of the Read-A-Thon guidelines.
Registration begins on April 12.
ATTENTION TEEN ADVISORY BOARD
(TAB) MEMBERS
CELEBRATE CINCO de MAYO
with a TEX-MEX CHALLENGE
for Teens in Grades 5 - 12
Our upcoming meetings are on
Thursdays, April 13 & May 25
from 4:30 to 5:30 PM
in the Community Room
for registered TAB members.
TAB works together with the YA Librarian
to improve library services for teens.
Monday, May 1 from 7:00 to 8:00 PM
Chef Julie Reilly, will divide you into
3 groups. Group 1 will make fresh
guacamole, group 2 homemade salsa and
group 3 a simple chili recipe. The groups
will combine their creations to create
nachos! You will end with a wonderful
Mexican appetizer and the knowledge to
create these delicious treats for your own
party.
LIFE SKILLS
for Students in Grades 7 - 12
HOW TO STUDY &
OVERCOME TEST ANXIETY
with Barbara Becker, M.A. & M.S.
Tuesday, May 2 from 7:15 to 8:30 PM
Registration begins on April 17.
Thank you to our over 15
Teen Tech Tutors who
assisted Adults and Seniors
with their computer and
technology questions.
This program covers scientifically proven ways to study for
all tests, with special tips on how to retain information, and
take effective class notes. Tips on overcoming test anxiety
and stress will also be shared. These invaluable strategies will
help you throughout high school and college.
Parents welcome too.
Your community service letters can
be picked up in the Teen Room.
Please check our June newsletter
for our summer Teen Tech Tutor program.
Register starting April 18.
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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
Please Note...
Spring StorytimeS
Preference will be given to Shelter Rock Public Library
cardholders when registering for our Children’s programs. To
register you may call the Children’s Room at 516-248-7363 ext.
4 or you may register in person in the Children’s Room. Nonresidents will be accepted one week prior to the actual date of
the program. Proof of age is required for first time registrants.
TODDLER STORYTIMES
Registration began Tuesday, March 21.
Designed for toddlers 2 – 3 ½ with a parent or caregiver
as a program of stories, simple songs, fingerplays
and rhymes with other toddlers and their parents.
Choose one of the following sessions:
TOTS NIGHT OUT
Families with children ages 2 – 5 years
are invited to participate in a program
of songs, stories and a craft.
Wednesday, April 5 at 7:00 PM
Session One
Session Two
Session Three
Tuesdays, 10:15 AM Wednesdays, 11:15 AM Thursdays, 10:15 AM
April 5 – May 3
April 6 – May 4
April 4 – May 2
Registration began Wednesday, March 22. Monday, May 8 at 7:00 PM
PRESCHOOL STORYTIMES
Designed for children ages 3 – 5, this is a program of stories,
simple songs, fingerplays and rhymes with other preschoolers.
Choose one of the following sessions:
Session One
Tuesdays, 1:30 PM
April 4 – May 2
Registration begins Monday, April 24.
GO GREEN! RECYCLED ROBOTS
Construct your own-one-of-kind robot using
100% recycled boxes, computer parts, wires,
buttons and more. What will your robot do?
Friday, April 21 at 4:30 PM
Session Two
Fridays, 10:15 AM
April 7 – May 5
Registration begins Friday, April 7.
BABY STORYTIME
MOTHER GOOSE STORYTIME
This program of short stories, simple
songs, bounces and play time
is designed for children
ages 6 - 12 months
with a parent or caregiver.
Tuesdays, May 16, 23, 30
& June 6 at 10:15 AM
(A Time for Kids)
A program of songs and stories
for ages 6 – 17 months.
Monday, April 24
from 10:30 to 11:00 AM
Registration begins on Monday, April 10.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY EVERYONE
STORYTIME
Registration begins Tuesday, April 25.
GREAT BEGINNINGS
This program of stories, simple songs, fingerplays
and rhymes is designed for children ages 12 - 23 months
with a parent or caregiver.
Choose one of the following sessions:
Mondays at 10:15 AM - May 15 – June 19
(No class on May 29)
or Thursdays at 10:15 AM - May 18 – June 15
(A Time for Kids)
A program of songs and stories
for ages 18 – 36 months.
Monday, April 24
from 11:15 AM to 12:00 PM
Registration begins on Monday, April 10.
Registration begins Tuesday, April 25.
SONGS and RHYMES
FOR BABY’S DAY
BILINGUAL STORYTIME
Children in Grades K - 2 are welcome to
join Mrs. McCarthy from Denton Avenue
School for stories and songs in Spanish.
Saturday, April 1 from 10:30 to 11:15 AM
Registration began Saturday, March 18.
Children ages 1 – 3 years
with an adult, will enjoy musical wiggles,
tickles and fingerplays with Dara and her guitar.
Friday, May 12 at 10:30 AM
Registration begins Friday, April 28.
JUMP FOR JOY
MOTHER’S DAY CRAFT
Dance, sing and play with costumes, musical
instruments, puppets and more. For children
ages 18 months to 4 years with a caregiver.
Saturday, April 22 at 10:00 AM
Registration begins Saturday, April 8.
Saturday, May 13 at 10:00 AM
Friday, May 12 at 4:30 PM
Registration begins Saturday, April 28.
Registration begins Friday, April 28.
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ART SHOW in the CHILDREN’S ROOM
We are delighted to display the creativity of our “artists-in-residence” and hope patrons will take a moment or
two to enjoy the artwork of the children from our community. The artwork of the students from Harbor Child
Care, Romper Room and Roslyn Trinity Nursery Schools will be on display during the month of April. Thank
you to the students of Searingtown School for the artwork displayed during the month of March.
ART ON DISPLAY
in APRIL
UNLEASHED:
Snapshots of Dogs at the
Town of North Hempstead
Animal Shelter
A traveling photography exhibit by
Maggie T. Mills.
"Potential adopters initially see the dogs in a kennel,
where they are anything but themselves," says Maggie T.
Mills. "Hopefully, the photos stir that feeling of, 'I've got
to meet that dog,' and ultimately lead to dog and human
finding 'The One'."
Self Activating Bumper Car Model
by Donald Sadowsky
in the Children’s Room
WINTER LOANS
Our extended winter loan program
books must be returned on or before
Saturday, April 8th.
OFFICERS OF THE LIBRARY
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Thomas G. Jordan
Tharakaram Ravishankar
Burton L. Roslyn
Louise Sobin
Kenneth F. Vey
Gale C. Zeidman, Clerk, Asst. Treasurer
Michael J. Castelli, Treasurer
Graciela E. Meyers, Secretary
Spellman, Rice, Schure, Gibbons, Polizzi & Truncale, LLP, Counsel
Andrea Meluskey, Library Director
IRS TAX FORMS
Due to limited NYS and Federal funds,
tax forms and instruction booklets are
only available on a limited
basis at the Library.
For your convenience we have
provided links to the appropriate
websites. To access this information,
please click on the link for
Library Services and then
the link for Tax Information.
THE LIBRARY BOARD
OF TRUSTEES
will meet
Wednesday, April 12
at 7:30 PM
in the Community Room
For more information call
248-7363 ext. 240
FOR $ALE
The Library has designated a section
for the sale of discarded items. An
assortment of older fiction
and non-fiction books, DVDs, VHS
tapes, music CDs and books on CD
can be found on shelves located near
the Adult Reference Desk.
LIBRARY HOURS
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
9 AM - 9 PM
Wednesday - 11 AM - 9 PM
Friday - 9 AM - 6 PM
Saturday - 9 AM - 5 PM
Sunday - 1 PM - 5 PM
THE LIBRARY
WILL CLOSE
Sunday, April 16