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Did you know that the libraryhas iPads and mini iPads forBFL cardholders to use in theLibrary? We recently upgrad-ed the wi-fi signal in the building and with the additionof our new comfy chairs; thefront room is a comfortableplace to catch up on youremails, social media or justleisure web surfing. To use adevice simply ask a staff member at the Circulation Desk. A valid BrookhavenFree Library card is required.

CONGRATULATIONS BFL

BATTLE OF THE BOOKS TEAM Congratulations to Brookhaven Free Library’s first ever Battle of the Books Team! OnSaturday, August 10, they battled in the ultimate book trivia competition against 42Suffolk Libraries and even picked up the Sportsmanship award in their session! Great jobteam! Pictured from left to right; Assistant Coach, Madison Porsche, Daniel Fortmann,Andrew Zimlinghaus, Laurel Zimlinghaus, Alexis Spence, Carla Fortmann and Catherine St. Hilaire.

Good Bye Margie O’Keefe!

The Board of Trustees and the entireLibrary Staff want to express our deep-est gratitude to Margie for her 21 yearsof service to the Brookhaven FreeLibrary community. We wish you all thebest in your retirement!

BOOK SALE Saturday, September 28, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The library is holding a book sale! Stop by to browse theselection of materials for sale. No donations will be acceptedfor this event.

In an effort to serve our patronsbetter the Brookhaven Free Library

will have new opening hours beginning September 1.

The new hours are as follows:

Monday – Thursday 9:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.Friday 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Sunday 12:00 noon - 4:00 p.m.

We will begin opening Sundays on September 8.

The Library Has

NEW Hours

September is Library Card Sign-up Month!

Do you know what your Brookhaven FreeLibrary can do for you? Free fax service,computer help, e-Reader and device train-ing, reference and research services, onlineprogram registration and much more! All residents of the South County School Districtare entitled to a card at the Brookhaven FreeLibrary. Get yours today!

Thank You......to Judith McCadden andJohn & Gail Mitchell for theirgifts in memory of JamesRedman.

...to the following supportersof the Adult and YA SummerReading Clubs: Avino’s ItalianTable, Gateway PerformingArts Center of Suffolk County,Carla Marla’s, Jim’s Deli,Sequin, T.J.’s Heros andIntrigue Salon.

Guests are always welcome

September 11 - Meet at the Bellport-BrookhavenHistorical Society at 2:30 p.m. in the Brown Building.The museum curator, Steve Czarniecki, will give us abehind the scenes talk and we will have a chance tovisit the museum.October 9 - Brookhaven Library - Flo Myers will giveus a moving talk about Flo’s Family’s escape fromChina. Meeting at 2:30 p.m. Guests are always welcome.November 13 - Maurice Kemp, organist and choirdirector of Christ Church will perform a selection ofwell known organ masterpieces including Phantom ofthe Opera and a few surprises, at Christ Church,Bellport at 2:30 p.m.

FIREPLACE LITERARY CLUB

SHED THE MEDSSaturday, September 28, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.The Suffolk County Sheriff’sOffice is pleased to offer a safeway for residents to properlydispose of their unused med-ications and covered hypoder-mic needles. Proper disposal isessential to protect the envi-ronment, and ensure that oldprescriptions do not end up inthe wrong hands. Stop by anytime to drop off your unwantedmeds. No questions asked andno personal information will be taken.

Family and Friends CPRMonday, October 21, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.The Brookhaven Ambulance Department ispleased to offer Family and Friends CPR tointerested South Country Central SchoolDistrict residents. This free of charge coursewill not certify you in CPR but it will give youenough information to save a loved one andprepare you for what to do and to look for ifand when an emergency should arise. Thisclass is limited to 6 students. A second classwill be added on November 18 if needed.

iPads are Available

for In-House Use

EVENING BOOK DISCUSSIONSNo registration requiredLast Monday of the month 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Registration is encouraged butnot required, and new membersare always welcome. Copies oftitles are available for check outat the Circulation Desk.September 30 - The Samurai's Garden by Gail TsukiyamaOctober 28 - The Guernsey Literary and PotatoPeel Pie Society by Mary Ann ShafferNovember 25 - The Lifeboat by Charlotte Rogan

DAYTIME BOOK DISCUSSIONSNo registration required.Second Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m.Registration is encouraged butnot required, and new membersare always welcome. Copies oftitles are available for check outat the Circulation Desk.

September 10 - The Immortal Life of HenriettaLacks by Rebecca SklootOctober 8 - The Art of Fielding by Chad HarbachNovember 12 - New York by Edward Rutherfurd

TUESDAY AFTERNOON MOVIESNo registration required.Every Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. Join us on Tuesdays for an afternoon of cinematicentertainment. New releases are shown wheneverpossible. Titles are available online and by callingthe library.

FRIDAY AFTERNOON CREATIVESNo registration required. New members wanted!Fridays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Our meeting room is open to all creatives! Bringyour sewing, stitching, quilting, knitting, or othercreative project to work on in the company ofother creative people. No formal instruction is provided, but advice is available if you ask. Feelfree to bring a snack or drink if you wish.

SURF FEVER! No registration required.Thursdays, September 26, October 17 andNovember 21 at 6:00 p.m. Join us as our resident surfer dude Matt sharesnew surf film classics and old favorites! As always,snacks, friendship and “story” will be shared! Allwelcome.

HOME CANNINGWednesday, September 18 at 6:00 p.m.Certified Master Food Preserver, Mark Vosburgh isstopping by BFL to inform us about the history ofcanning, general principles of safe food handling,equipment used, food preparation, water bathand pressure canning methods and troubleshoot-ing. Registration begins Monday, September 9.

NEW YORK DRIVER’S SAFETY COURSE Saturday, September 21, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. A representative from Empire Safety Council willbe here to present their 6 hour class, recognizedby all New York State insurance companies, whichcan help you reduce your auto collision and liability insurance rates by 10%. If you haveincurred violations during the 18 month periodprior to completing the course, up to four pointswill automatically be reduced on your drivingrecord. There is no formal exam. A fee of $27 willbe collected at registration. Please make checkspayable to “Empire Safety Council.” Registrationbegins Monday, September 9.

A CONSUMERS GUIDE TO FINANCIAL SELF DEFENSE Wednesday, September 25 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Howard Fullenbaum, CFP, will be presenting information on how to protect yourself from financial abuse and frauds. Registration beginsMonday, September 9.

INTERIOR DESIGN 101Wednesday, October 2, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Learn the basics of interior design with specialist,Jacqui Palatnik. Color, space, lighting and muchmore will be discussed at this informative work-shop. Come prepared with your own design ques-tions. Registration begins Monday, September 9.

AGING IN PLACE: IDENTITY THEFT Monday, October 7 at 1:00 p.m.How do I protect myself from Identity Theft? Whatwould I do if a family member is incapacitated fora long period of time? Should my loved ones or Ihave insurance to prevent a financial burden?Would I be able to finance a loved one’s care withthe equity in my home? Bob Cuccaro and RickCashman, both with the Long Island Chapter ofthe National Aging In Place Council, will be here todiscuss possible solutions and planning measuresfor these important topics. Registration beginsMonday, September 9.

HAND MADE GERMAN PRETZELSWednesday, October 9, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Learn about the history of pretzels as you twistyour own to bring home and bake. Registrationbegins Monday, September 9.

COOKING WITH FALL VEGETABLES: CREATIVE, QUICK AND EASY WAYS TO ENJOY THE AUTUMN HARVESTThursday, October 10, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.Join holistic health coach Tina Annibell to learnhow to choose and identify an assortment ofautumn veggies, the most efficient way to clean,dry and properly store them, the science of cook-ing veggies, how to properly toss and dress asalad, how to make your own salad dressings andmarinades (that blow away store-bought brands),the must-have kitchen tools for cooking vegeta-bles and making salad, and the nutritional profileand health benefits of this most important class offoods! Registration begins Monday, September 9.

LONG ISLAND GHOST STORIESThursday, October 24, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.The Paranormal Adventurers, Joseph Flammer andDiane Hill, return with a new and thrilling interac-tive multimedia presentation about Long Island’smost haunted graveyards and paranormal hotspots. These are places where you can go to lookfor ghosts, too! Flammer and Hill reveal some oftheir truly harrowing ghostly experiences throughvideo and photos Bring your own ghost storiesand copies of The Paranormal Adventurers’ books for signing! Registration begins Monday,September 9.

EVERYTHING BUT THE TURKEYMonday, November 4, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.Join the Baking Coach and learn to make classicstuffing, cornbread casserole and homemadecranberry chutney for Thanksgiving. Everyonegoes home with a 7-inch round cornbread casserole to bake in the oven. Registration beginsMonday, September 9.

MEDITATION FOR A STRESS FREE HOLIDAY AND BEYONDWednesday, November 20, 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.Join John Bednarik, as he demonstrates some ofthe most natural and effective techniques of med-

itation, and gives many use-ful directions for deepeningand stabilizing meditationpractices to gain more innerbliss and peace. Registrationbegins Monday, September9.

Adult Programs

BROOKHAVEN FREE LIBRARY273 BEAVER DAM RD.BROOKHAVEN, NY 11719(631) 286-1923 (telephone) (631) 286-0120 (fax)E-mail: broolib@suffolk.lib.ny.us Website: www.brookhavenfreelibrary.org

Hours:Monday to Thursday: 9:30 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.Sunday: 12 – 4 p.m.

Beginning September 8

Library Closings: September 2, October 14,November 11 and November 28

FALL BACK INTO SCHOOL WORK WITH HELP FROM THE LIBRARYMonday, September 16, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.The new school year brings new challenges.Come learn successful strategies to look upinformation and helpful library resources thatwill make your homework a breeze! Parents arewelcome to accompany their teens. Snacks willbe served. Can’t make it? No problem, call MissJamie and set up a time that is good for you.Registration begins Monday, September 9.

PUFF PAINT PUMPKINSTuesday, October 15 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Create a haunting designusing glow in the darkpuff paint on your ownpumpkin. Registrationbegins Monday,September 9.

FEAR FACTORWednesday, October 23, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.How gross is too gross? Come find out how faryou would go in BFL’s 3rd Annual Fear FactorChallenge! Registration begins Monday,September 9.

WRITERS CAFÉMonday, November 4 and November 25 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Join an informal group to talk about writing andengage in some fun and inspiring writing activi-ties. No formal instruction will be provided buthot chocolate and snacks will be! Registrationbegins Monday, September 9.

FALL LANTERN Wednesday, November 13, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Make a beautiful lantern that will make the per-fect Thanksgiving centerpiece or Fall decora-tion. Registration begins Monday, September 9.

Young Adult Programs - Grades 7-12

Board meetings are: September 19, October 17 and November 21 at 7:30 p.m.

As changes are sometimes unavoidable please call the Library or check our online

calendar to verify dates and times.

Board of TrusteesJudith Bird, Kathleen DuPointe, AnnMarie Gordon, Janet Quirk, Jeff Scharpf, Claudia Taylor,

Judith Travers

Adult Program Registration - Monday, September 9Registration is required for most adult programs. Brookhaven Free Library card holders mayregister in person or by telephone beginning at 10:00 a.m. and online at www.brookhaven-freelibrary.org any time after 10:15 a.m. Out of district residents are welcome to register ifspace allows, one week after the posted registration date. Programs that have fees attachedrequire you to register in person at the library Circulation Desk.

Advance registration is suggested for all programs, and is a must for all programs requiring a fee.

COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES Sign up for the programs below to earn community service credits.

Registration required and reserved for BFL cardholders only.Friday, September 27, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. - Help set up for the Library’s Book Sale.

Saturday, September 28, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. - Help set up for the Library’s Book Sale.Saturday, October 12, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. -

Assist with raking after the Library’s Annual Scarecrow Contest.Saturday, October 19, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Join Miss Jamie on a walk

to the Hamlet Organic Garden to help with fall pickings!Registration for all opportunities listed above begins Monday, September 9.

A note about program attendance: Our goal is to maximize attendance and thereby offer as many South Country Central School District residents the opportunity to enjoylibrary programs. Please notify us if you will be unable to attend a program so that we may call a child on our waiting list. Registration is required for all programs.

September __________SEPTEMBER 9 - Registration begins

SEPTEMBER 9 - Playdough Fun All WelcomeMonday, Anytime 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.No registration.

SEPTEMBER 10 - Independent Storytime; Let the Reading Begin! Ages 3-Pre-KTuesdays, September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8,15, 22, 29 November 5, 12, 19 and 2610:30 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 10 - Toddler PlaytimeWalkers-35 months with parentor caregiverTuesdays, September 10,October 8 and November 12Anytime 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.Bring your toddler to thelibrary for some fun playtimebefore bed. Meet other parents and discover Libraryresources.

SEPTEMBER 11 - First Time ArtAges 2-3 with parentWednesdays, September 11, 18 October 2 and 9 Anytime 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.We’re getting messy today; wear a smock orplay clothes.

SEPTEMBER 12 - Let’s SingAges 0-5 with parentThursday at 10:30 a.m.No registration.

SEPTEMBER 13 - Giant SpiderWebsAge 3-Pre-KFriday at 11:00 a.m.Listen to a story,learn some fun spider facts and then make a giant yarn spider web outside, weather permitting.

SEPTEMBER 14 - Saturday StorytimeAll welcomeSaturdays, September 14, 21, 28, October 5,19, 26, November 2, 9, 23 and 30 at 10:30 a.m.Bring the family to hear some wonderful stories and folktales. No registration.

SEPTEMBER 17 - Crayon KidsAge 2-Pre-KTuesdays, September 17, October 22 and November 19, Anytime 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.Similar to our day sessions of First Time Art,this class welcomes children ages 4 and 5 tojoin their younger siblings and parents whomay be working during the day to join the funtoo! (The projects will be different from ourmorning programs.)

SEPTEMBER 19 - Parent and Child StorytimeAges 2-3 with parent or caregiverThursdays, September 19, 26, October 3,November 7, 14 and 21 at 10:30 a.m.The goal of this fast paced first time storytimeis to prepare your child for an independentstorytime experience. We will introduce youand your little one to finger plays, music,rhymes and short stories that are sure to makeeveryone smile.

SEPTEMBER 20 - Parent Child WorkshopAges walkers-30 monthsFridays, September 20, 27, October 4 and 1110:30 - 11:15 a.m.Come meet other parents, talk to the expertsabout your parenting concerns and engage insome enjoyable one on one time with yourtoddler.

SEPTEMBER 22 - Mike Soloway MusicAges 3-KindergartenSunday at 1:00 p.m.Mike Soloway is an outstanding musician witha delightful voice and gentle spirit who is sureto delight your child.

SEPTEMBER 30 - Active KidsAges 3-KindergartenMondays, September 30, October 28 andNovember 25 from 5:00 - 5:30 p.m.You will love crawling like a crab, and wigglinglike a worm in this fun inside action packedprogram.

October ____________OCTOBER 7 - Fire Safety WeekAges 3-Grade 1Monday, Anytime 2:00 - 6:30 p.m.Does your child know what to do in the event of an emergency? Do they know their telephone number and address? Come to theLibrary today to teach your child their safetyinformation. While you’re here, make a cute little fire dog and have some sticker fun too! A Safety Checklist to work on together athome will be given to each family at the end ofthe program.

OCTOBER 10 - Puzzle PlayAges 2-3Thursday, Anytime 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.All welcome. No registration.

OCTOBER 12 - Annual Scarecrow ContestSaturday at 1:00 p.m.See back page for details.

OCTOBER 17 - Blocks PlayAges 2-Pre-KThursday, 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

OCTOBER 19 - Guide Dog Foundation TalkSaturday at 11:30 a.m.See back page for details.

OCTOBER 24 - Picnic PlayAges 2-Pre-KThursday, Anytime 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.No registration.

OCTOBER 31 - Halloween Cookie DecoratingAges 2-Pre-KThursday, Anytime 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Come decorate some festive and yummy cookies.

November _____NOVEMBER 1 - Babies and BooksInfants-24 months with parent or caregiverFriday, November 1 and 8 at 10:00 a.m.Language and development expert PamTalbout will join our own Michelle Kenney inpresenting Babies and Books. Learn the importance of books to babies and their development. Learn how to use them, selectthem and discover the role that books play inspeech and language development.

NOVEMBER 15 - Nuts to You; Story and CraftAge 3-Pre-KFriday at 10:30 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. Hear Lois Ehlert’s storyabout a curious littlesquirrel and then makean acorn craft to takehome.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAM REGISTRATION DATE - Monday, September 9Online registration is available for children who have their own library cards and begins at 10:15 a.m. Phone or in person registrationis available during Library hours. Please note you must show your valid library card in order to register. Out of district residents may register, if space allows, one week after the posted registration date.

Children’s Programs - Birth to Pre-K

Grades K-6Programs on Back Cover

KIDS CINEMA Special ThanksThe Children’s Department would like to thank the following businesses for theirgenerous support by donating raffle prizes to the 2013 Summer Reading Club.We encourage you drop by and tell them how much your children enjoyed thesummer reading club and how much their support means to your children!

Applerageous, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Build-A-Bear, Brooklyn Nets,Country Fair Entertainment Park, Children’s Museum of the East End, CMPerforming Arts Center, The Gateway, Island Cinemas, Krazy Kids, KrebCycle, Lazerland, Long Island Science Center, Monster Mini Golf, SafariAdventure, Sayville Cinemas, Splish Splash, Theater Three and TropicalSmoothie.

September 15 - Scooby Doo MarathonAll welcomeSunday, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

November 9 - Ivan The Incredible

Saturday at 1:00 p.m.

November 30 - Dear Dumb DiarySaturday at 1:00 p.m.

A note about program attendance: Our goal is to maximize attendance and offer as many South Country Central School District residents the opportunity to enjoy library programs. Please notify us if you will be unable to attend a program so that we may call a child on our waiting list. Registration is required for all programs.

Children’s Programs - Grades K-6

September __________SEPTEMBER 9 - Registration begins

SEPTEMBER 12 - Lego Club Grades K-6Thursdays, September 12, October 3 andNovember 7, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Join this monthly program to make cool Legoprojects with your friends!

SEPTEMBER 14 - Saturday Storytime All welcomeSaturdays, September 14, 21, 28, October 5,19, 26, November 2, 9, 23 and 30 at 10:30 a.m. Bring the family to hear some wonderful stories and folktales. No registration.

SEPTEMBER 14 - My Pet RockGrades K-3Saturday, Anytime 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.Choose a rock and then wash, dress, name anddesign a house for your new pet rock!

SEPTEMBER 15 - Scooby Doo MarathonAll welcomeSunday, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.Come down and laugh at your old pal Scoobyand friends. Reminder: children must be tenyears old to be left without a parent orguardian.

SEPTEMBER 22 - Mike Soloway MusicAge 3-KindergartenSunday at 1:00 p.m.Mike Soloway is an outstanding musi-cian with a delightful voice and gentlespirit who is sure to delight your child.

SEPTEMBER 24 - Tales to TailsGrades 1-4Tuesday evenings, September 24, October 29and November 26Make an appointment to read to one of ourcertified therapy dogs. This program buildsconfidence and excitement for all readers, but especially for readers who struggle.Appointments can be made for 15 minute sessions between 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.Registration begins September 9 by calling theChildren’s Desk at 286-1923.

SEPTEMBER 30 - Active KidsAge 3-KindergartenMondays, September 30, October 28 and November 25 5:00 - 5:30 p.m.You will love crawling like a crab, andwiggling like a worm in this fun insideaction packed program.

October ____________OCTOBER 6 - National Observe the Moon NightGrades K-3Sunday, Anytime 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.Make a diagram of the Big Dipper usingmarshmallows, an alien spacecraft, rocket shipand moon rock.

OCTOBER 7 - Fire Safety WeekAges 3-Grade 2Monday, Anytime 2:00 - 6:30 p.m.Does your child know what to do in the eventof an emergency? Do they know their tele-phone number and address? Come to theLibrary today to teach your child their safetyinformation. While you’re here, make a cute lit-tle fire dog and have some sticker fun too! ASafety Checklist to work on together at homewill be given to each family at the end of the

program.

OCTOBER 12 -Annual Scarecrow ContestSaturday at 1:00 p.m.See below for details.

OCTOBER 16 - Dots and Ink Autumn TreesGrades K-4

Wednesday, Anytime 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.Join us as we create tree using Q-Tips and ink.

OCTOBER 20 - Family Cup Building ChallengeFamilies with children Grades 1-4Sunday at 2:00 p.m.Spend time together as you put your skills intoaction in this cup challenge.

OCTOBER 26 - Sweet Candy Witches Grades 3-6Saturday, Anytime 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.Make your own sweet candywitch to take home.

OCTOBER 28 - Yoga TimeGrades 4-8Monday, 7:00 - 7:45 p.m.Come get limber and stretch your cares away.

OCTOBER 30 - Ghosties; Halloween Stories and CraftGrades K-Grade 2Wednesday, 4:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.Come hear ghostly stories followed by a craft.

November __________NOVEMBER 16 - Annual Children’s Bake-OffGrades K-8Saturday at 1:00 p.m.See below for details.

NOVEMBER 17 - Rainbow Spinners and KaleidocyclesGrades 3-5Sunday, Anytime 12:30 - 3:00 p.m.With some clever cutting and folding you cancreate these fun paper objects.

NOVEMBER 23 - Tantalizing Thanksgiving Treats; Indian Corn Two Ways Grades 3-6Saturday, Anytime 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.Using some yummy ingredients you will maketwo treats that actually look like Indian corn.

NOVEMBER 29 - Learn to Make Paper BeadsGrades 3-6Friday, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.Learn this simple technique for making colorfulpaper beads. Once you know how to makethem you can make necklaces, earrings, bead-ed book marks and so much more. Call a friendand come together!

SEPTEMBER 8 - National Grandparents DayInfants-Grade 2 with a GrandparentSunday, Anytime 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.Celebrate this special relationship by reading one of ourpre-selected stories together. We’ll video tape you or pho-tograph the session. Your choice and then e-mail you a copy.When you are finished reading, make a commemorative magnet ofthe book you read together. Call the Children’s Desk at 286-1923to make your 15 minute appointment.

OCTOBER 12 - AnnualScarecrow Contest Saturday at 1:00 p.m.One of our favoriteannual family eventsis back! The Library willprovide a scarecrow frameand stuffing to each family thatsigns up. You bring the clothes, fin-ished head and any accessories and mostimportantly your imagination. Judges willpresent ribbons for all who participateand one scarecrow will be declared“Best in Show”. Refreshmentswill be served. If we must canceldue to rain, scarecrow frameswill be made available toregistered families whowould like to build theirscarecrow at home. Pleasecall the Children’s Desk toregister 286-1923.

OCTOBER 19 - Guide Dog Foundation TalkAll families are welcome.Saturday at 11:30 a.m.Diane Robuffo, a volunteerfrom the Guide DogFoundation is excited

to share what it’s like to raise a service dog and answerquestions about how families can get involved. We musthave 30 people registered for Diane to present this pro-gram. Please register each person in your family whowould like to attend by calling the children’s desk at 286-1923. Out of District residents are welcome to attend.

NOVEMBER 16 - Annual Children’s Bake-OffGrades K-8Saturday at 1:00 p.m.The Annual Children’s Bake-Off is a BrookhavenFree Library tradition that stems back over 20years. Children will compete by making bakedgoods from scratch in one of 3 categories: Cakes,Pies or Cookies. A first place trophy is awardedto the best entry in each age group based on taste,appearance, creativity and difficulty. Ribbons are award-ed to all participants. Entry forms and a full list of ruleswill be available at the library beginning October 1.

Special Programs

Birth - Pre-KPrograms on Page 3

Congratulations toSarah Lewis andDaniel Taccetta,winners of two

brand new bicyclesdonated by KrebCycle of Bellport.