OCEANSIDE LIBRARY NEWSLETTERJanuary/February/March 2018

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Golden Tone orchesTraSunday, January 28 // 2 pmBe prepared for an afternoon of nostalgia with music and vocals from jazz and swing to modern show tunes. The Library will be transformed into a concert hall of the past. The Golden Tone Orchestra is a band of musicians, most of whom are retired professionals, (some played with the Big Bands.)an eveninG of JazzFriday, February 9 // 7 pmCome enjoy an evening of live jazz featuring local artists.

sympaTico Jazz: An Afternoon of JAzz & BluesSunday, February 11 // 2 pmJoin vocalist Toni Washington Bolt for a mixture of popular jazz and blues, both nostalgic and current, from Nina Simone to Etta James, and Sergio Mendes to Diana Krall. sheri millerSunday, March 11 // 2 pmAcclaimed singer-songwriter Sheri Miller writes and performs her soulful, Beatles-inspired love songs, while accompanying herself on guitar and piano. She also sings a wide range of popular classic favorites, including the Beatles, Patsy Cline and Judy Garland. Named one of Music Connection’s “Hot 100 Unsigned Artists.”

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michelanGelo: divine drafTsman & desiGnerTuesday, January 23 // 2 pmProfessor Thomas Germano will present a visual lecture on the life, times and work of Michelangelo Buonarroti and introduce the works related to The MET‘S once in a lifetime exhibition’. collecTinG coins: The Basics & more! Wednesday, January 24 // 7 pmJeff Berkoff, of Specialty Rarities, instructs how to assess your coins, how to handle and store them, and when to buy or sell them! Strategies on how to start or enhance your collection, and how to handle a collection that you inherited. Bring your coins and Jeff will try to answer your questions, as time allows. slavery and The american presidencyThursday, February 8 // 2 pmThe history of slavery is largely anonymous and the stories of the enslaved are often relegated to a footnote in history. Hear the voices and stories of the slaves of American Presidents.lonG island & The moviesThursday, March 1 // 2 pmThe North Shore Preservation Society will give a presentation about famous Long Island attractions that have starred in popular movies. Join us before the Oscars, for this fascinating and educational lecture. Balanchine: faTher of american BalleT Wednesday, March 7 // 7 pmJoin Barnett Serchuk, critic, editor, and contributing writer to Broadway World, for this fascinating look at the life, career and legacy of George Balanchine. hinduism: The reliGion of The indian WorldThursday, March 15 // 2 pmHinduism has a history going back some 10,000 years. Join Dr. Ronald Brown, of Touro College and The Unification Theological Seminary, in discovering this wonderful religious community. (a B.O.B. program)

daniel ovadiaThursday, January 18 // 2 pmJoin us for an afternoon of art and music with artist, Daniel Ovadia. This show features a solo drumming performance of music composed by the artist, reflecting philosophies generated by his study of tympani, drumset, and other percussion instruments. Performance is paired with a projection of 200 digital images.can’T a Girl GeT a Break?One Woman Musical ComedyThursday, February 15 // 2 pmAudiences are sure to enjoy the uplifting music and larger than life character of Sage Advice, created and brought to life by Broadway and opera singer/actress Doreen Firestone. david holzman: BaTTle of The sensesThursday, March 22 // 2 pmDavid Holzman is an award-winning pianist and writer whose essay “The Battle of the Senses”, describes the challenges which he has had to overcome to reach his mastery of the piano. These challenges center upon hearing loss in both ears and epilepsy. Holzman will give a recital of varied works.

scripT-in-hand producTion: aGnes of GodSunday, February 4 // 2 pmJohn Pielmeier’s award-winning play about a novice nun, a birth, a claim of Immaculate Conception, and a dramatic in-vestigation. Directed by Tarmo Kirsimae.

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Join us for these informal chats with your local elected officials. Learn more about them, what they do and about issues facing our town. Refreshments will be served!

max kramer, campaiGn manaGer for laura curranThursday, February 15 // 7 pm deBra mule, nassau counTy leGislaTorTuesday, March 6 // 7 pm

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scripT readinG roundTaBleSunday, Jan. 21 // 2 pm & Wed., March 28 // 6:30 pmRegistration RequiredJoin us in reading scripts out loud: plays, movies, TV shows, old radio shows. Each participant will receive a part to read at random. No acting experience required! High school through adult—all are welcome! Light refreshments.

creaTive WriTinG Workshop Wednesdays, Jan. 17, Feb. 21, March 21 // 7-8:30 pm Barbara Novack, Molloy College’s writer-in-residence, hosts these highly regarded workshops for fiction, non-fiction, memoir, and poetry writers of all levels.

enGlish as a neW lanGuaGe New Student Registration is Tues., Jan. 9 // 4 - 8 pmVisit www.LiteracyNassau.org to make appointmentsLiteracy Nassau volunteers provide the instruction in English as a New Language for beginners and intermediate adults.

poeTry & prose/open mic Saturdays // 2 - 4 pmNassau County’s Poet Laureate Peter V. Dugan and Sharon Anderson host these lively literary events that bring together established poets and writers as well as talented new voices. Featured Guests for January 27: Evie Ivy, Wayne Mennecke, Charles Peter Watson, Dan BrownFeatured Guests for February 17: David Lawton, Janet Wade, Marsha NelsonFeatured Guests for March 24: Mindy Kronenberg, Sharon Anderson, Mankh (Walter E. Harris III)Writers are welcome to read up to 3 samples of their work.

Our unique series of informal evenings of coffee and conver-sation about cutting-edge science topics with experts from the field. Ages high school-adult.desiGn WiTh risk in mindWednesday, January 17 // 7 pmFeaturing Joseph Fragola, former NASA investigator, on how engineering needs to balance risk and benefit.pesTicides: killer or savior?Thursday, February 1 // 7 pmFeaturing biologist Mitchell Baker on the effects of pesticides on our environment.

human healTh: is The sTudy of our pasT The key To our fuTure? Wednesday, March 21 // 7 pmFeaturing anthropologist Dr. Kate Pechenkina on the study of ancient human health.

Book siGninG: synaGoGues of lonG islandMonday, January 29 // 7 pm

Ira Poliakoff signs copies of his book Synagogues of Long Island. The author, a LI native, will discuss the plan-ning and writing of this book and speak about the history of the over 250 syna-gogues that have dotted Long Island since the 1800’s.

Take a Book on a Blind daTeFebruary 1-28Join us for a blind date…with a book! Choose from among the books wrapped up; you won’t know the identity of your blind date until you get it home. A great way to treat yourself to a new author, or genre; who knows? You may fall in love! Let us know how each date went—and at the end of the month we’ll raffle off some terrific prizes! Adults and Grades 7-12.

lecTure: self-defenseWednesday, January 24 // 7 pm Learn about NY State self-defense law, and gain a full under-standing of how much you really can do to defend yourself during a variety of situations.

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i’ve Been There—indiaWednesday, March 14 // 2 pmHave you traveled to India? Would you like to go someday? Bring your stories and your photos and share your experienc-es with others. Light refreshments served. (a B.O.B. program)

Tuesday Book discussionsJanuary 9 //2 pm AMERICANAH by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Discussion Leader: Fran CohenFebruary 13 //2 pm MUDBOUND by Hillary Jordan Discussion leader: Mark StineMarch 13 //2 pm LUCKY BOY by Shanthi Sekaran (a B.O.B. program) Discussion leader: Edith Ritzenberg

Books are available at the Circulation Desk one month prior to the discussion date.

nexT chapTer Book cluBIn partnership with volunteers from Literacy Nassau, we host a Next Chapter book club every Friday afternoon. This small book club offers adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to read for pleasure and socialize in the community. To join call Literacy Nassau @ (516) 867-3580, ext 18 or visit www.LiteracyNassau.org.

B e yo n d o u r B o r d e r s : i n d i aIn our new series, Beyond Our Borders, we spotlight one country each newsletter. Look for more B.O.B. programs throughout the newsletter: in Adult, Teen & Children’s.

hoW To markeT your poeTry BookFriday, January 26 // 7 pmSo your poems have finally been published in book or chap-book form. Now what? Join publisher James Wagner as he walks you through how to sell those books.

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resume drop-in clinicMonday, January 8 // 6-8 pmSaturday, January 27 // 10 am-Noon Tuesday, February 13 // 6-8 pmSaturday, February 24 // 10 am-NoonMonday, March 5 // 6-8 pm Saturday, March 24 // 10 am-NoonDrop in and our librarians will help you create or punch-up your resume, and help you learn how to use the many databases we have to help you with your job search. Free. No registration required/librarians subject to availability.resume Workshop Wednesday, January 10 // 2:30 pmMonday, February 26 // 7 pmWe’ll provide you with information on our many resume and job search databases and give you the information and tips you need to make your resume stand out. Free, open to all. Bring your current resume if you have one for a review.Tax Grievances & your real properTy Tax BillMonday, January 8 // 7 pm & Friday, January 26 // 2 pmDonald X. Clavin, Town of Hempstead Receiver of Taxes, pres-ents this seminar on how you can lower your tax bill.

sTudenT loans: can yours Be forGiven?Tuesday, January 9 // 7 pm Are you entitled to loan forgiveness? The National Student Loan Service Center presents this educational seminar. Learn about your eligibility and what you and your families may be eligible for and entitled to.

undersTandinG & planninG for lonG-Term careThursday, January 11 // 7 pmJoin Allied Wealth Partners as they discuss the importance of long-term care planning, how to pay for it, the role of Medi-care/Medicaid and more.

BuyinG/sellinG your home in 2018Sunday, January 21 // 1 pmA panel of experts will discuss the many aspects that con-tribute to a successful real-estate transaction. Refreshments served!

12 (more) leGal QuesTions you need To knoWTuesday, February 6 // 2 pmMargery Weinroth, Esq. returns to answer more questions about financial planning. hoW To sTarT your oWn BusinessTuesday, February 6 // 7 pmLearn how to kick-start your small business idea with consul-tants from Farmingdale University’s Small Business Dept. learn hoW To Be a noTary puBlicWednesday, February 21 // 6:30 pmJoin us for this introductory class designed to help prepare you to take the NY State Notary Public test. Registration required. Free.smarTer social securiTyThursday, March 8 // 7 pmThis seminar provides a broad overview of the Social Se-curity program, with a special emphasis on its interaction with Medicare and spousal benefits. Get your questions answered. Presented by Daniel Mazzola, CFP, CPA.

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a JiGsaW mysTeryTuesdays, Feb. 6, 13, 20 // 11 amJoin our latest program for adults: you’ll read a short mys-tery- minus the ending. Work as a group to solve the jigsaw puzzle which will reveal the clues you need to solve the mystery! All are welcome—light refreshments. Game Time for adulTs: Mondays 11am - 4 pm Jan. 8, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12, 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26 Spend some time playing your favorite game. sTiTchin’ Time: Wednesdays 10:30 am -12:30 pm *NEW TIME

Jan. 10, Feb. 14, March 14Join fellow knitters, crocheters, and other crafters in this drop-in stitching club. Please bring your own supplies.

sTeppinG on: a Workshop on prevenTinG fallsRegistration is for each separate session. Session 1: Fri., Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 // 10-NoonSession 2: Fri., March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13 // 10-NoonLearn how to make your body stronger and your home safer. Attendees must be 65 and older, cannot rely on a walker or have dementia.

healThy haBiTs made simpleWednesday, January 10 // 7 pm Join certified health and wellness coach, Sarah Haass, as she teaches us to incorporate healthy lifestyle habits into our daily routines with-out feeling overwhelmed.

healThy meals in under an hourWednesday, January 17 // 7 pm Join Andrea Massop-Ramos, M.S. Clinical Nutrition as she shows you how to make delicious, nutritious meals and snacks in under an hour!undersTandinG and respondinG To demenTia-relaTed BehaviorsThursday, January 18 // 11 am Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association, this seminar is de-signed to help caregivers understand and respond to behaviors they may face on a day-to-day basis.

narcan TraininGTuesday, January 23 // 7 pm Join Town of Hempstead Councilman Anthony D’Esposito and be trained on the use of NARCAN, the life-saving opioid-over-dose emergency treatment.livinG WiTh alzheimer’s for careGivers- early sTaGesMonday, February 5 // 10 am -12:30 pmPresented by the Alzheimer’s Association, this seminar is designed to help caregivers of individuals in the early stages of Alzheimer’s.reducinG inflammaTion To reduce your painsThursday, February 8 // 11 am A discussion of the structural and functional causes of inflam-mation that causes pain and the natural, non-drug approaches to reverse inflammation and reduce painful “itis” conditions, presented by Dr. Peter Luecken, D.C.livinG WiTh alzheimer’s for careGivers- mid sTaGes Tuesday, March 27 // 10 am - 12:30 pm

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REGISTRATION GUIDELINESONLINE & In-Person registration begins for Residents of the Oceanside School District first on:Wednesday, January 3rd // 7 pm for January programsWednesday, January 24 // 7 pm for February programsWednesday, February 21 // 7 pm for March programs

Out-of-district patrons may begin registering online four business days after registration:Tuesday, January 9 // 7 pm for January programsTuesday, January 30 // 7 pm for February programsTuesday, February 27 // 7 pm for March programs

To secure a place in the program, patrons must register and then pay at the Children’s Desk (cash only) within three days of registering. Fees are nonrefundable.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

Caregiver Must Attend These Programs BABY PLAYHOORAY (Ages 6 - 18 mos.) Tuesdays, January 9, 16, 23 // 10 am // Fee: $12 Tuesdays, February 6, 13 // 10 am // Fee: $8 Tuesdays, March 6, 13, 20 // 10 am // Fee: $12 Join us for a delightful program of music, movement, and rhymes.

PLAYHOORAY (Ages 18 mos. - 4 yrs.) Thursdays, Jan. 11, 18, 25 // 10 am or 11 am // Fee: $12 Fridays, Jan. 12, 19, 26 // 10 am // Fee: $12 Thursdays, Feb. 8, 15 // 10 am or 11am // Fee: $8 Fridays, Feb. 9, 16 // 10am // Fee: $8 Thursdays, March 8, 15, 22 // 10am or 11am // Fee: $12 Fridays, March 9, 16, 23 // 10am // Fee: $12 Molly Mouse stars in this creative, fun-filled program for toddlers and beyond.

FAMILY PLAYHOORAY (Ages 6 mos. - 5 yrs.) Fridays, Jan. 12, 19, 26 // 11am // Fee: $12 Wednesday, January 17 // 6:30pm // Fee: $4 Wednesday, February 7 // 6:30pm // Fee: $4 Fridays, Feb. 9, 16 // 11am // Fee: $8 Fridays, March 9, 16, 23 // 11am // Fee: $12 Molly Mouse stars in this creative, fun-filled program for toddlers and beyond.

Story Time!

HOLA! SAY HELLO TO SPANISH (Ages 3-5 yrs.)Mon., Jan. 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12 // 4:30 pm // Fee $20Mon., March 5, 12, 19, 26 // 4:30 pm // $20Children love this total immersion program that teaches colors, numbers, and short phrases in Spanish!

WALK-IN FUN AND (BOARD) GAMES (Gr. K-6)Friday, February 23 // 3 - 4:30 pmChoose a table top board game from our collection to play on your own or with a friend.

Traditional Chinese Folk Dance: All ages welcome!Saturday, February 3 // 2 pm

The Children’s Lion Troop from the Chinese Center of Long Island will perform a tradional Chinese lion dance to ring in the Chinese New Year! Craft to follow in Children’s Room,

while supplies last. No registration required.

Caregiver Must Attend These ProgramsTIME FOR TOTS (Ages 18 mos.-5 yrs.)Wed., Jan. 10, 17, 24 // 10 am or 11 am // Fee: $12Wed., Feb. 7, 14 // 10 am or 11 am // Fee: $8Wed., March 7, 14, 21 // 10 am or 11 am // Fee: $12Pre-school readiness skills are learned through play in this fun-filled educational series. TOTS NIGHT OUT (Ages 3-5 yrs.)Wednesday, February 7 // 7pm Enjoy an hour of interactive fun with A Time For Kids and make a craft for Valentine’s Day. BOOKS AND BABIES (Ages 4–12 mos.)Monday, January 8 // 10amMonday, February 12 // 10amMonday, March 12 // 10amJoin Jeanne Hall in this early literacy program which show-cases nursery rhymes and music.LEAP INTO LEARNING (Ages 18–30 mos.)Monday, January 8 // 11amMonday, February 12 // 11amMonday, March 12 // 11amEnjoy a half hour of songs, fingerplays, a story, craft and movement with Jeanne Hall.

WINTER ANIMALS STORYTIME (Ages 3-5 yrs.)Tuesday, January 16 // 11amJoin us for stories, music, a craft and more! MOTHER GOOSE STORYTIME (Ages 18 mos. - 4yrs.)Wednesday, January 17 // 1:30pmWednesday, February 14 // 1:30pmWednesday, March 28 // 1:30pmEnjoy stories, music, movement and a craft!VALENTINE’S TEA STORYTIME (Ages 3-5 yrs.)Tuesday, February 13 // 11am Enjoy stories, music, and tea with someone special. Make a craft to bring home for Valentine’s Day.BABY BELLY TIME (Ages 1-5 mos.)Monday, February 26 // 10am Monday, March 26 // 10amSpend some quality time with your newborn and learn to incorporate songs, rhymes and reading books into your everyday routine at this new program with Ms. Jen. Tummy time and especially cuddling will be featured. Please bring a small blanket to lay your child on.

PAJAMA STORYTIME (Ages 3-7 yrs.)Tuesday, January 16 // 7 pmThursday, March 22 // 7 pmBring your favorite furry friend for a fun evening of stories and a craft. DINOSAUR STORYTIME (Ages 3-5 yrs.)Tuesday, March 27 // 11am Enjoy stories, music, a craft and more!

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Mad Scientists Caregiver Must Attend These Programs

MAGNETIC MAGIC (Gr. K-2)Thursday, January 18 // 5:30 pm Investigate the power and daily use of magnets. Bring home a cool “Mad Science Magnet Lab.”CURRENT EVENTS (Gr. 3-6) Thursday, January 18 // 7 pm Explore conductors, insulators and other elements in the world of circuit electricity. Leave this workshop with a “Mad Science Circuit Maze.”MAD SCIENCE FAMILY SHOW (ALL ages)Wednesday, February 21 // 3 pmGet ready for some sizzling excitement at this live interactive show! Learn about the properties of fire and see spectacular demonstrations with fire and dry ice. TANTALIZING TASTE (Gr. K-2)Thursday, March 15 // 4:30 pmLearn how taste and smell are interrelated and join us for a demonstration on how sodas are carbonated. Bring home a “Mad Science Taste Test Kit.” MINERAL MANIA // (Gr. 3-6)Thursday, March 15 // 6:15 pmIdentify and classify rocks and minerals. Take home your very own “Sample Gems” for further study and investigation.

Caregiver Must Attend These ProgramsBOOKS TO BELLY (Ages 3–5 yrs.)Thurs., Jan. 11 // 4:30 pm // Blueberry Parfaits Thurs., Feb. 8 // 4:30 pm // SunButter & Jelly SammiesThurs., March 22 // 4:30 pm // Honey Banana BreadJoin Tara, certified Language Arts teacher, and enjoy a story and craft while learning the benefits of eating healthy. SNOWMAN ON THE BEACH (Gr. K - 6)Monday, January 8 // 6:30 pmMixed Media painting which combines sand, glue, paint, shells and crystals. PRE-K CRAFT (Ages 3-5 yrs.)Tuesday, January 9 // 1 pm // “Snowplace Like Home”Tuesday, February 6 // 1 pm // Heart and Doily CraftTuesday, March 13 // 1 pm // St. Patrick’s Day CraftSNOWMAN TEALIGHT CANDLE CRAFT (Gr. K - 6)Thursday, January 11 // 4:30 pm Make your own candle with a battery operated tea light to bring home. BOOK DISCUSSION WITH PIZZA AND CRAFT (Gr. K-2)Monday, January 22 // 6:30 pmOliver and Amanda and the Big Show by Jean Van Leeuwen Monday, March 19 // 6:30 pmEmma’s Stranger Pet by Jean LittleBooks will be available for check-out at the Children’s Desk.MADHUBANI PAINTING (Gr. K - 2)Tuesday, January 23 // 4:30 pm Kids will create an animal (folk art) style painting. (a B.O.B. program)GLITTER SNOWFLAKE CRAFT (Gr. K-6)Monday, January 29 // 4:30 pm Using craft sticks and glitter, create a snowflake that will not melt. BUMBLEBEE HEART CRAFT (Gr. K-6)Thursday, February 8 // 4:30 pm Make a bumblebee using paper hearts. WINTER SLIME (Gr. 3 - 6)Monday, February 12 // 6:30 pm Make your own winter SLIME! PAPER LANTERNS (Gr. K-6)Thursday, February 15 // 4:30 pm Create your own paper lantern with a light for Chinese New Year! FREEDOM QUILTS (Gr. K-6)Thursday, February 15 // 6:30 pm Discover the stories that quilts tell as we celebrate Black His-tory Month. Use patterns and fabric shapes to design your own personal quilt. GOND ANIMALS (Gr. 3-6)Thursday, March 8 // 4:30 pm Make your own animal painting on glass. (a B.O.B. program)RAINBOW CRAFT (Gr. K-6)Tuesday, March 13 // 4:30 pm Make your own rainbow using fruit loops and marshmallows for St. Patrick’s Day. GARDEN STEPPING STONE (Gr. K-6)Tuesday, March 20 // 6:30 pm Arrange colorful shells, marbles, tiles and glass nuggets into quick drying cement to create a garden stepping stone. MOSAIC SHADOW BOX LETTER (Gr. 4-6)Monday, March 26 // 6:30 pm Create a mosaic letter to display inside a shadow box frame.

YOGA FOR KIDS (Ages 6-12 yrs.)Fridays, Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9 // 4:30 pm // Fee: $20

Fridays, March 2, 9, 16 and 23 // 4:30 pm // Fee $16 Join our yoga master, MaryClare, for a fun-filled class that teaches relaxation and breathing methods as well as many yoga poses. Please wear loose-fitting clothes and bring a yoga mat or towel.

Caregiver must remain in the building.

Caregiver Must Attend These ProgramsTOY TIME (Ages 18 mos. – 4 yrs.)Monday, January 29 // 10 amMonday, March 19 // 10 amHave fun with your toddler at this relaxed program of free play and circle time with Ms. Jen.SPECIAL NEEDS KEVA (Gr. K-6)Thursday, January 25 // 6 pmThursday, February 22 // 3 pmThursday, March 29 // 3 pm Create a KEVA plank structure on your own, or with a friend.KEVA OPEN PLAY (Gr. K-6)Thursday, January 25 // 7 pmThursday, February 22 // 4 pmThursday, March 29 // 4 pm Create a KEVA plank structure on your own, or with a friend. LEGO CLUBS (Gr. K-6)Tuesday, January 9 // 6:30 pm or 7:30 pmTuesday, February 13 // 6:30 pm or 7:30 pmTuesday, March 13 // 6:30 pm or 7:30 pmJoin the fun and build something super with your friends or on your own!

Time to Build & Play!

Cooking & Crafts

BINGO! (Gr. K-6): Tuesday, February 20 // 3 pmJoin us for fun Bingo games and prizes!

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‘TWEEN SCENE (Grades 4 - 8)“I HAVE A DREAM” PILLOWThursday, January 11 // 7-8 pm The Whaling Museum of Cold Spring Harbor will help you cre-ate your own “I Have a Dream” pillow celebrating the contribu-tions of African-Americans in whaling. LETS MAKE AN IGLOO Monday, January 22 // 7-8 pmParticipants will have fun making an igloo out of marshmal-lows, frosting and lots of goodies. NACHO DIP IN A CUP Thursday, February 1 // 7-8 pmUsing fresh salsa, guacamole, cheese and beans, we’ll make a delicious nacho dip in a cup.

CANDY PARFAIT Thursday, February 22 // 4-5 pm Build your own delicious parfait using some of your favorite candies. Top with a cupcake for a yummy treat. GALAXY SLIME Thursday, March 1 // 4-5 pm Use bright colors and sparkles to make your own galaxy slime. COOKED TO PERFECTION (a B.O.B. program)Monday, March 12 // 5-6:45 pmOFF-SITE at 49 Main St., East Rockaway Create a delicious 3-course Indian meal from scratch. COOKIES & CANVAS Thursday, March 22 // 7-8:30 pmRecreate a painting step by step with directions from instructor Kathy Schirrmacher. Refreshments will be provided.

‘TEEN CORNER (Grades 6-12)DOODLE BOTS Monday, January 29 // 7 - 8:30 pm Using simple circuits, motors, switches and batteries, create doodle bot drawing machines. CHOCOLATE BARKThursday, February 8 // 7 - 8 pm Make a delicious chocolate bark adding lots of candy treats to take home. OHS CHEERLEADING TEAMThursday, February 15 // 7 - 8 pm Under the leadership of Coach Samantha Chaback come meet the OHS Cheer team; learn some cheers, chants and dances. PLAY IN A DAYTuesday, February 20 // 10 am - 1 pmCreate a Play in a day by choosing a theme, using improv and theatrical exercises to develop a story that you will put on. MOTHER/DAUGHTER HENNA WORKSHOPTuesday, February 20 // 7 - 8:45 pmLearn about the art and history of henna from India with Minal Mehta. Mix, create your own designs and apply the henna that will last about two weeks. (a B.O.B. program)MOVIE CLASSIC & PIZZAFri., Feb. 23 // 1 - 3 pm & Fri., March 9 // 6:30-8:30 pmFrom a selection of classic titles like The Outsiders, Grease, Back to the Future or Karate Kid, you will choose a movie to watch while enjoying some pizza. VIRTUAL REALITYMonday, March 5 // 6:30 - 8:30 pmUsing a smartphone, iPhone or Android, connect to a VR box and experience virtual reality. IRISH SODA BREADThursday, March 15 // 7-8 pmCelebrate the Irish in all of us by making a delicious tradi-tional Irish soda bread just in time for St. Patrick’s Day.

STUDY HALL (Grades 7-12)Need a place to study? Come and study with friends

for finals and regents!Tues-Fri, January 16, 17, 18, 19 // 2 - 8:45 pm Saturday, January 20 // 9:30 am - 4:45 pmSunday, January 21 // Noon - 4:45 pmMon-Wed, January 22, 23, 24 // 2 - 8:45 pm

Community Service Certificate Opportunities

Teens will receive community service credit FOOD BANK COLLECTION (Gr. 6-12)Sundays, Jan. 28, Feb. 25, March 11 // Noon-2 pm or 2-4 pmHelp collect food donations for Cory Cares. LEGO CLUB (Gr. 9-12)Tuesdays, Jan. 9, Feb. 13, March 13 // 6:30-8:30 pm Teens will help young builders join the LEGO fun! KEVA (Gr. 9-12)Thursdays, Jan. 25 // 6-8 pm & Feb. 22 & March 29 // 3-5 pmTeens will help young builders with Keva planks. TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (Gr. 6-12)Thursday, January 25 // 7-8 pmMonday, February 26 // 7-8 pmMonday, March 26 // 7-8 pm Our TAG group will meet. Refreshments will be served.TEEN TECH TUTOR (Gr. 6-12)Saturday, January 6 // 10 am - 2 pmSunday, February 11 // Noon - 4 pmOceanside teens will help patrons with their devices, like the iPhone, iPad and other tablets.

DOG TOYS FOR CHARITY (Gr. 6-12)Monday, February 5 // 7-8 pmMake a toy for a dog in need. ORGAN DONOR REGISTRATION (Gr. 6-12)Wednesday, February 14 // 3-6 pm or 6-9 pmIt’s National Organ Donor Registration Day. Help our pa-trons register to be an organ donor. DR. SEUSS DAY (Gr. 6-12)Sunday, March 4 // 12-4 pmHelp is needed in the Children’s Room for this annual celebration. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY(Gr. 6-12)Monday, March 19 // 7-8 pmHelp decorate a Habitat for Humanity home with art deco creations! Items will be donated to a deserving home.

CHESS CLUB (Gr. 4-12) Wednesdays // 4:30pmOpen chess program. No prior knowledge of the game required. Snacks.

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Registration requiredindian cuisine: Wed., January 24 // 2 pm // Fee: $5 Experience two popular Indian dishes sure to wake up your palette: Curried chicken salad with apples and raisins and easy peasy Chicken Tica Masala. (a B.O.B. program)chinese chicken dumplinGs: Wed., Feb 7 // 7 pm Celebrate Chinese New Year learning to make this traditional treat! Fee: $5

Registration:Wednesday, January 3 at 7 pm: For OCEANSIDE RESIDENTS.Tuesday, January 9 at 7 pm: For non-residents. You may register online or in-person. Payment is due within 3 days of registering. You will pay at the information desk in person. Please refer to www.OceansideLibrary.com for instructions on how to create a pin and register online.

Registration required for each course separatelymediTaTion with Helene Just 4 Tuesdays // 11:15am-Noon // Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 // Fee: $20

fiT & faBulous with Helene Just 4 Tues. // 12:10-12:50 pm // Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 // Fee: $20 4 Tues. // 12:10-12:50 pm // March 6, 13, 20, 27 // Fee: $20

Tai chi for BeGinners with Helene Just4 Tuesdays // 11:15am-12 pm // March 6, 13, 20, 27 // Fee: $20

saTurday yoGa with Dorothy Scott *NEW*Series 1: 4 Saturdays // 10 am - 12 pm February 17, 24, March 3, 10 // Fee: $20

zumBa Gold with Jill Ackison-Moses Series 1: 4 Wednesdays // 12:45-1:45pm Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31 // Fee: $20 Series 2 (Mini): 3 Wednesdays // Feb. 7, 14, 21 // Fee: $15

chair yoGa with Jill Ackison-Moses Mini Series 1: 3 Fridays // 12:15-1:15pm // Jan. 12, 26, Feb. 2 Mini Series 2: 3 Fridays // 12:15-1:15 pm // Feb. 9, 16, 23 Fee: $15 for each mini series.

lanGuaGe insTrucTion (Registration Required) spanish for BeGinners--parT 3 4 Thursdays, Jan. 25, Feb. 1, 8, 15 // 7-8pm Move up to the next level with Prof. Margherita Galofaro as she continues her popular language instruction series.

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MONDAYS: 1:30 pm & 7 pmJan. 22 The Glass Castle PG-13/127 minFeb. 12 Stronger R/119 minFeb. 26 Marshall PG-13/118 minMar. 5 Battle of the Sexes PG-13/121 minMar.19 Goodbye Christopher Robin PG/107 min

WEDNESDAY MATINEES: 1:30 pmJan. 17 The Mountain Between Us PG-13/112 min Feb. 14 Home Again PG-13/97 min Mar. 14 Mother! R/121 min

WEDNESDAY FOREIGN FILMS: 1:30 pmJan. 31 Slumdog Millionaire R/120 min Mar. 28 3 Idiots PG-13/170 min

FRIDAY FILM CLASSICS: 2 pmJan. 12 The Hundred Foot Journey PG/122 minFeb. 9 Casablanca NR/102 min Mar. 23 My Fair Lady G/170 min

FRIDAY SENSORY FRIENDLY FILMS: 7 pmJan. 12 The Lego Ninjago Movie PG/101 minFeb. 16 Despicable Me 3 PG/90 min Mar. 16 Air Bud (and craft) G/98 minSUNDAY MATINEES: 1:30 pmJan. 7 The Dark Tower PG-13/95 min Feb. 25 Oscar Double Feature! Special Times!

Snacks and popcorn will be served! 12:15 pm: Dunkirk PG-13/106 min 2:45 pm: Victoria & Abdul PG-13/111 minSATURDAY MATINEES: 1:30 pmJan. 27 Finding Dory PG/103 minMar. 24 Despicable Me 3 PG/90 min

in The Garden WiTh The oceanside Garden cluB Tips on GroWinG BeauTiful roses Tuesday, March 13 // 7pm March is pruning time. Kathy Guzzardo is a master gardener and has extensive knowl-edge on how to choose the right rose. She will give tips on how to care for roses.

defensive drivinG(Registration Required)

Class 1: Tuesday & Thursday, Jan. 16 & 18 // 6-9 pm Class 2: Saturday, February 10 // 10 am - 4 pm Class 3: Monday & Wednesday, March 12 & 14 // 6-9 pm Fee: $28 (Cash or check payable to Empire Safety Council)

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a r T s & c r a f T scolorinG mandalas (for all aGes)Thursday, February 22 // 11 am & 7 pmMandalas are ancient Indian patterns: coloring them is re-laxing and surprisingly fun! Treat your-self to some free time to color, listen to music, have some herbal tea and snacks, and socialize. We’ll supply a wide array of coloring sheets and colored pencils. A B.O.B program

special needs arT class: mosaic leTTer on canvasThursday, January 18 // 7 - 8 pm (Gr. 4-HS)Start with a letter stencil and create a mosaic design using glass tiles, beads, buttons and stones over canvas.painT niGhTWednesday, March 7 // 6:30 pm // Fee: $5 Join Celecia Cargill in painting “Elevate” on canvas. Paint and materials will be provided for you to take home a beautiful masterpiece! Registration required.

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CARRIER RT. PRESORT

NON-PROFIT ORG.Postage Paid

Oceanside, NY 11572Permit No. 690

ECRWSSPOSTAL PATRON

LIBRARY HOURS:Monday-Friday...................................................................9:30am-9pmSaturday................................................................................9:30am-5pmSunday......................................................................................Noon-5pm

Oceanside Library30 Davison Avenue Oceanside, New York 11572

(516) 766-2360 www.oceansidelibrary.com

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SPECIAL LIBRARY HOURSMonday, January 1.............New Year’s Day.............................ClosedMonday, January 15...Martin Luther King Jr. Day...............ClosedMonday, February 19........Presidents’ Day.............................ClosedFriday, March 30......Good Friday & Passover.........9:30 am - 1 pm

January Featured Artist: James Gross ART Reception: Saturday, January 13 at 2 pm GALLERY February-March Featured Artist: Earl Dawson Reception: Saturday, February 24 at 2 pm

mahJonG TournamenT Sunday, March 18 // 12:30 pm Fee: $25This 3-hour tournament will include lunch, snacks, beverages and prizes. Participants are encouraged to bring their sets (we need 6 Easts) and cards. Registration is Required // Limit 24 players

Tax assisTanceWednesdays, Feb. 7 through April 11 // 10 am-2 pmThe TOH Dept. of Senior Enrichment offers free income tax assistance for seniors and low-income individuals of all ages. Please bring last year’s tax return, copies of W-2s, WP-2s, 1099s, proof of all income, property tax receipts, and all pertinent tax documents. No reservations. First-come, first-served. ToWn of hempsTead Tax collecTionMonday, February 5 // 11:30 am-1:30 pmCome pay your tax bill. Representatives of Receiver of Taxes Don Clavin’s office will be here across the street in the Town parking lot.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS & EVENTShuman liBrarySaturday, January 20 // 2-4 pmCome “take out” a human book--talk for 20 minutes with one of our volunteers on any of a dozen topics! Check out our web-site for all the details fifTh annual dr. seuss BirThday Bash!Sunday, March 4 // 1-3 pmChildren of all ages will enjoy an afternoon of arts and crafts, face-painting, balloons, movies and lots and lots of books by our beloved Dr. Seuss. Sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Oceanside. sudoku conTesTSaturday, March 10 // 11 am // Registration RequiredJoin our third annual Sudoku contest! Grade 7 - AdultsGirl scouTs celeBraTionSaturday, March 17 // Noon-2 pmJoin us in saluting Oceanside’s Girl Scouts. Bus Trip: The 2018 philadelphia floWer shoWThursday, March 8 // Cost: $84 // Registration RequiredCome see the Wonders of Water exhibit! Check flyers and our website for more info!

Director: Christina MarraLibrary Board of Trustees: Dan Faust, President - Wayne Vurture, Vice Pres. - Mary DiGiovanna, Treas. - Ellen Sullivan, Secretary - Thomas Beirne - Patricia Roth - Richard T. Woods

NEW ONLINE REGISTRATION

FOR JANUARY-MARCH ADULT AND YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS, REGISTRATION BEGINS ON:Wednesday, January 3 // 7 pm for Oceanside ResidentsTuesday, January 9 // 7 pm for Non-Residents

CHECK CHILDREN’S SECTION FOR MONTHLY REGISTRATION DATES - PG. 4

Check our flyers and website for instructions on how to create a pin and how to register.

Make sure to have your pin ready to register!

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Registration required for all programsinTro To microsofT WordTuesday, Jan. 16 // 6:30-8:30pm Learn the basics of word processing including creating a document, saving, editing, formatting and much more. inTermediaTe microsofT WordTues, Feb. 6 //6:30-8:30pmLearn more about the world’s most popular word processing program, including formatting, columns and tables.hoW To use your sTreaminG devicesTuesday, March 20 // 2 pm Learn about how to use streaming devices like the Amazon TV FireStick, Google ChromeCast, and Roku Streaming Stick.

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