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THECCOLOPHONNEWSLETTER OF THE COMMACK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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MAY 2018
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We would like to thank the following Commack businesses for their generous prize donations to New Beginnings: The Adult Winter Reading Club:
Andrea’s 25 Bagel Chalet La Scala Mannino’s Paradise Pizza Pastrami N Friends Subway
The Commack Public Library is dedicated to providing the community with quality library services to fulfill the informational, educational, cultural, professional and recreational needs of patrons of all ages, by providing traditional, current and popular materials, knowledgeable reference service, and innovative programs in an open and friendly environment.
ART DISPLAYThe Smithtown Art Group (SAG) will be showcasing paintings from members of its group in our exhibit area.
GRAND OPENINGOF THE
SHANA KAY MEMORIAL GARDEN Sunday, May 20th at 1:00 PM
Rain Date: Tuesday, May 22nd at 5:30 PM
The Shana Kay Memorial Garden has been generously donated by the Friends of the Commack Public Library and the Shana Kay Memorial Foundation. In addition, many
patrons, public members, staff and trustees of the Commack Public Library have contributed to its development and beautification by donating a personalized paver
during our Paver Campaign. We look forward to seeing you at the event. Plans for the Opening include a ribbon cutting, refreshments, music, yard games
and a variety of other activities for all ages.
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A DISCUSSION WITH PSYCHIC MEDIUM AND AUTHOR LAURA LYNNE JACKSON CKA769Thursday, May 24th, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMRegister by phone, online or at the Circulation DeskPlease join local author Laura Lynne Jackson as she discusses her book The Light Between Us, which chronicles her development and experiences as a psychic medium. A former high school English teacher, Ms. Jackson has been certified by the Windbridge Institute and the Forever Family Foundation which use scientific methods to test the accuracy of a medium’s work. There will be a question and answer period. Please note that Ms. Jackson will not be performing a group reading.
SHRED YOUR PAPERS FOR FREE AT THE LIBRARY! Sunday, June 10th, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PMProtect your assets and your identity! Bring your personal household documents to the Library (checks, old tax records, bills, etc.) and they will be shredded in a professional Mobile Shredding Truck while you watch. You may bring up to three boxes or bags (equivalent to a standard size record storage box).
TOP 10 THINGS TO CONSIDER FOR AN AGING LOVED ONE – OR AN AGING YOU CKA768 Thursday, May 10th, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PMRegister by phone, online or at the Circulation DeskAmy Schiller, director of marketing for Gurwin Family of Healthcare Services, will lead this discussion for members of the community who are caring for an aging spouse, loved one, friend or neighbor, or are concerned about their own future. She will review the many challenges and changes we face as we age, and offer suggestions on guidance and navigation.
FALLS PREVENTION CKA772Thursday, May 17th, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMRegistration begins Saturday, May 5thFalls are a common reason why the elderly seek medical attention or get admitted to a hospital. But the good news is many falls can be avoided by implementing simple lifestyle changes such as daily exercise, medication management and the use of assistive devices. The class will be conducted my local physician Nita Kaul.
DNA TESTING: WHAT IT’S ALL ABOUT CKA771 Thursday, May 17th, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMRegister by phone, online or at the Circulation DeskDNA tests can be a great tool to use in your quest to find your family and its origin, but they can also provide other important information. Patricia Ann Kellner, Vice President of programming for the DNA Genealogy Group for Long Island, will show you what you can learn about your family roots from your DNA test results, as well as how to gain health insights by uploading your test results to other sites.
BOTTLE PAINT PARTY CKA761 Thursday, May 31st, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMRegistration begins Saturday, May 5thJoin us for a fun and unique paint night experience designing your own light up wine bottle in a summery floral pattern---the perfect centerpiece for your next dinner party or as everyday home décor! Come dressed to paint and have fun. There will be a non-refundable $5 materials fee due at the time of registration.
BROADWAY – FROM BACK ROW TO BACKSTAGE CKA773 Thursday, June 7th, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMRegistration: Saturday, May 5thDuring this interactive presentation, theatre enthusiast Brian Stoll will discuss all things Broadway, beginning with the history and importance of the Broadway Playbill. He will share his extensive collection of autographed Playbills and other theatre memorabilia. He will also share with you several moneysaving tips on how to see Broadway shows for under $50.
GROW CONTAINER FRUITS AND VEGETABLES CKA774 Tuesday, June 12th, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMRegistration: Saturday, May 5thNo garden? No problem! Learn how to grow fruits and vegetables in containers! Professional gardener Paul Levine will show you how to grow tomatoes, strawberries, eggplants, basil, mint and more. He will address topics such as the best soil and fertilizer to use, different watering techniques, and pest problems. There will be plant giveaways!
WELLNESS MAKEOVER WITH ESSENTIAL OILS CKA775Tuesday, June 26th, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMRegistration begins Saturday, May 5thEducator Janice Imbrogno will talk about the various aspects and benefits of using essential oils. She will discuss their origins, safety issues, how they can be used as alternatives to cleaning agents and cosmetics, and other uses as well.
FROM THE DIRECTOR’S DESKThank you for your continued support of the Commack Public Library.
Please join us at the Grand Opening of the Shana Kay Memorial Garden on Sunday, May 20th, at 1 p.m. The Friends of the Library, along with the Shana Kay Memorial Foundation, generously donated this area and helped with its development, along with the many patrons that purchased pavers through the donation program. Please see the Friends in the News section for more information regarding this event.
We have some great programs scheduled in May, as well as for the summer months that we invite you to participate in. There are programs for people of all ages.
We are looking forward to seeing you soon at the newly renovated Commack Public Library.
Sincerely,
Laurie Rosenthal
SUNDAY AFTERNOON CONCERT CKA765 THE EVERETT GREEN TRIO PRESENTS: A TRIBUTE TO NEIL DIAMOND, ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK, AND TOM JONES June 24th, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PMRegistration begins Saturday, May 5thJoin the Everett Green Trio as they perform the most memorable songs of Neil, Engelbert and Tom for your enjoyment. Sing along to the tunes of “It’s Not Unusual,” “Delilah,” “After the Lovin’,” “Quando Quando,” “Sweet Caroline,” “Hello Again” and so much more!
YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS ..................MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU: STAR WARS CELEBRATION IN THE TEEN ROOM CKYA977 Friday, May 4th, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PMLimit: 20Registration: Please Check for Availability Come celebrate “Star Wars Day” with some “Star Wars” themed crafts, snacks and more!
CODING FOR BEGINNERS! CKYA978Tuesday, May 8th AND Wednesday May 9th, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMLimit: 16Registration: Please Check for Availability During this hands-on class, teens will learn the fundamentals of a basic language using HTML, Hypertext Markup Language, which is the standard markup language for creating web pages and web applications. Together, we will develop a more advanced project using CSS. Projects will include both individual and groups.
SNACK AROUND THE WORLD: MEXICO CKYA974 6th Grade – 12th GradeFriday, May 11th, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PMLimit: 15Registration: Thursday, May 3rd Come join our monthly Friday afternoon snack and chat program! We will explore snacks and foods from different countries each month, discuss their culture and play some trivia! This month we will feature snacks from Mexico!
BATTLE OF THE BOOKS INFORMATIONAL MEETING! CKYA979Entering 6th Grade – Entering 9th GradeMonday, May 14th, 6:00 PM – 6:30 PMRegistration: Thursday, May 3rd The Battle of the Books is a county-wide competition of young adults representing participating Suffolk County public libraries. The competition will take place on Saturday, August 11th, at Stony Brook University. Teams will answer trivia questions based on eight different books and score points for their team with each correct answer. If you are interested in taking part, you must be entering grades 6-9, able to attend weekly meetings and the actual day of the battle on August 11th.
RETRO MOVIE CLUB WITH DAVE! CKYA972This month’s feature: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Rated PG 6th Grade – 12th GradeThursday, May 17th, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PMLimit: 20Registration: Thursday, May 3rd Join Filmmaker and library employee Dave Campfield each month to watch a movie you probably never saw or maybe never even heard of! Dave will share his insider knowledge on all things movie related! Stay after the movie for a question and answer session to ask Dave anything you’d like about the movie or filmmaking in general! This month we will be featuring Dirty Rotten Scoundrels starring Steve Martin.
THURSDAY AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES CKA740All movies begin at 2:00 PM. Refreshments will be served.
Darkest Hour (Rated PG-13) May 3rd (2 hours)During the early days of World War II, the fate of Western Europe hangs on the newly-appointed British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Hitler, or fight on against incredible odds. Starring Gary Oldman.
Lady Bird (Rated R) May 17th (1 hour, 30 minutes)
Seventeen-year-old Lady Bird McPherson struggles to balance the challenges of her last year of high school with her family relationships. Starring Saoirse Ronan and Laurie Metcalf. Viewers must be at 17 years of age.
Murder on the Orient Express(Rated PG-13) June 7th (1 hour, 50 minutes)Adapted from Agatha Christie’s bestselling novel, thirteen passengers stranded on a train during a lavish journey all become a suspect when someone is murdered. It is up to Hercule Poirot to solve the puzzle before the murderer strikes again. Starring Kenneth Branagh.
FRIENDS IN THE NEWSAre you as happy as we are for the beautiful spring weather?
Thank you to John Goitis and Trigon Martial Arts for conducting the self-defense class in April for our patrons as a free community service. The class learned quite a bit and also had fun too.
Please join us on Sunday, May 20th, at 1:00 p.m., for the Grand Opening of the Shana Kay Memorial Garden. The Shana Kay Memorial Garden is generously donated by the Friends of the Commack Public Library and the Shana Kay Memorial Foundation. In addition, many patrons, public members, staff and Trustees of the Commack Public Library have contributed to its development and beautification by donating a personalized paver during our Paver Campaign. We look forward to seeing you at the event. Plans for the Opening include a ribbon cutting, refreshments, music, yard games and a variety of other activities for all ages. The rain date for this event is Tuesday, May 22nd at 5:30 p.m.
Please join us at our next meeting on Tuesday, May 22nd at 7:30 p.m.
Your Friend and President, Dorian Hartman
AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM CKA710 Monday, June 18th & Tuesday, June 19th,6:00 PM – 9:00 PMRegistration: Saturday, May 12thThe Commack Public Library will sponsor a Mature Driving Course which will be conducted by an AARP volunteer. The course is a two-day program, meeting from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM each evening. You must attend both classes to receive your certificate. The fee for the course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members, payable to AARP by check or money order only. Completion of this program entitles you to a 10% deduction on your automobile liability and collision insurance for 3 years. Please bring your AARP membership and Commack Public Library cards with you to register. Only Commack Public Library patrons will be allowed to register the first day.
ONE-ON-ONE MEDICARE COUNSELING AND ASSISTANCEWednesdays, May 2nd & June 6th, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM(Call the Library to schedule a half hour appointment)Meet individually with a Suffolk Country RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) volunteer from HIICAP (Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program) to answer questions and provide information specific to your own needs regarding Medicare health insurance and benefits, Medicare Savings Programs and EPIC.
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BABYSITTING WORKSHOP! CKYA980 6th – 12th GradeSaturday, May 19th, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMLimit: 16Registration: Thursday, May 3rd Do you want to become a babysitter? Then this program is for you! Michelle Vamos will teach you all about the responsibilities and skills needed for childcare, while having fun and making new friends! Topics include: Safety/first aid, feeding, diaper changing, dealing with behavior issues, do’s and don’ts, as well as interviewing and communication basics. Participants will receive a certificate of completion as well as make their very own child care bag.
TEEN AND PARENT SOAP AND SACHET CLASS! CKYA981 6th – 12th Grade with a Parent or GuardianThursday, May 31st, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PMLimit: 18Registration: Thursday, May 3rd Join Tara and Meghan Penske from Amadeus Aromatherapy to learn about the safe use of essential oils and the basics of soap making as you create a melt and pour glycerin soap and floral sachet to bring home.
GLOW IN THE DARK GALAXY JARS! CKYA982 6th – 12th GradeWednesday, June 6th, 6:30 PM – 7:15 PMLimit: 14Registration: Thursday, May 3rd Put the entire galaxy in a jar and watch it light up the night! We will be using paint for this program so please dress to make a mess!
HEARTS IN HAND – A COMMUNITY CONNECTION GROUPCKA717 Thursdays, May 3rd and June 7th, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PMRegister by phone, online or at the Circulation DeskBuilding social relationships may extend the years of our lives and enhance the quality of our years. With this in mind, social worker Marjorie Cohen and recreational art therapist Denise Cianciotti created “Hearts in Hand Community Connections Groups” to offer opportunities for women to share, learn and grow. They have designed an interactive program utilizing focused discussion as well as hands-on creative experiences to heighten the richness and enjoyment of life. This program, which is planned to meet monthly, is open to anyone who wishes to expand her personal interests and widen her social circle of support.
NATIONAL SAFETY COUNCILDEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSECKA732Saturday, June 9th, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PMThis 6-hour classroom course is taught by a certified instructor. Participants are entitled to three years of insurance premium savings and four points reduced from their driving record. The fee is $35. Applications may be picked up at the Library. For further information, call 631-360-9720.
GREAT BOOKS READING AND DISCUSSION GROUP CKA1000Tuesday, May 1st, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PMThe Great Books Reading and Discussion Group meets on the first Tuesday of each month, September through June. The next meeting will take place on May 1st to discuss “Equality, Value, and Merit” by Friedrich Hayek, and a selection from Liberalism by Richard Dworkin, which can be found in the Great Books Foundation’s Counterparts. The reading for June 5th will be “The Real Thing” which can be found in the Great Books Foundation’s Short Story Omnibus. Extra copies of each book are available at the Circulation Desk.
3 – 23 MONTHS OLD
ALL CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS ARE LIMITED TO COMMACK PUBLIC LIBRARY CARDHOLDERS.A valid Commack Public Library children’s card is necessary to attend any program for children ages 18 months and up. Your punctuality is appreciated for all
programs as a courtesy to the instructor and other participants. Latecomers will not be admitted after the first 10 minutes of the program.
BIRTH – 5 YEARS OLD (PRE-K)
BIRTH – 35 MONTHS
BIRTH – 12 MONTHS
18 MONTHS – 5 YEARS OLD (PRE-K)
3 – 17 MONTHS OLD
FAMILIES
18 – 35 MONTHS OLDTODDLER TOY TIME CKC918Tuesdays: 5/15, 5/22 and 5/29, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AMLimit: 16 Registration: Please check for availabilityJoin us for an interactive program for children and their adult caregivers. Enjoy music, crafts, toys, blocks and more!
ACTIVITY TIME CKC588 Mondays: 5/7, 5/14 and 5/21, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Limit: 16 Registration: Please check for availabilityJoin us in a program of stories, songs and finger plays for you and your toddler!
JUMPBUNCH TODDLERS CKC161 Wednesday, May 2nd, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM Limit: 20Registration: Please check for availabilityGet ready to move! Join JumpBunch for a fun program that will introduce your child to the world of sports and help them build motor skills, coordination, balance and develop a love for sports and fitness.
SIGN LANGUAGE FOR LITTLE ONES CKC178Friday May 25th, 10:45AM – 11:30AM Limit: 20Registration: Friday, May 4thHave fun with your little one and learn how to communicate using sign language! A parent or adult caregiver must remain with the child during this program.
MOTHER GOOSE ON THE LOOSE CKC160 Thursdays: 6/7, 6/14 and 6/21, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AMLimit: 16Registration: Friday, May 4thJoin us at the Library to share traditional and modern nursery rhymes, finger plays, musical instruments and songs to help develop and strengthen motor, social and early literacy skills in a fun and nurturing environment. Siblings welcome!
INFANT MASSAGE CKC199Friday, May 25th, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AMLimit: 20Registration: Friday, May 4thLearn specific techniques that will aid your baby’s sleep, digestion, teething and overall development. Please bring a towel or small blanket to class. Siblings welcome!
HOORAY FOR MOTHER’S DAY! CKC204Thursday, May 10th, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PMLimit: 16Registration: Please check for availabilityJoin “A Time for Kids” for a fun, education-based program! Learn through creative movement, singing, dancing and more. Includes storytelling and a Mother’s Day craft. A parent or adult caregiver must remain with the child during this program.
HOORAY FOR FATHER’S DAY! CKC210Tuesday, June 5th, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PMLimit: 16Registration: Friday, May 4thJoin “A Time for Kids” for a fun, education-based program! Learn through creative movement, singing, dancing and more. Includes storytelling and a Father’s Day craft. A parent or adult caregiver must remain with the child during this program.
BOUNCING BABIES CKC196Saturday, May 5th, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AMLimit: 16Registration: Please check for availabilityBabies will enjoy nursery rhymes, simple stories, movement, songs and finger plays. Siblings welcome!
TINY TOTS PLAYGROUP CKC520Tuesday, May 29th, 11:15 AM – 12:00 PMLimit: 16Registration: Friday, May 4thIt’s baby time! Enjoy toys, music and playtime and interact with other babies and parents in a relaxed, informal session. Siblings welcome!
BABIES BOOGIEClap your hands, stomp your feet and sing along with Nicole Sparling for this wonderful movement class featuring instruments and music from around the world. Tuesday, May 8th, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM CKC554Limit: 16Registration: Please check for availabilityWednesday, June 6th, 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM CKC554Limit: 16Registration: Friday, May 4th
JUMP FOR JOY BABIES CKC168Thursday, May 24th, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AMLimit: 16 Registration: Friday, May 4thJoin educator Joy Oddo for a morning of interactive playtime for you and your little one.
3 – 5 YEARS OLD (PRE-K)JUMPBUNCH PRESCHOOLERS CKC162Wednesday, May 2nd, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM Limit: 16Registration: Please check for availabilityGet ready to move! Join JumpBunch for a fun program that will introduce your child to the world of sports and help them build motor skills, coordination, balance and develop a love for sports and fitness. A parent or adult caregiver must remain with the child during this program.
ON MY OWN STORYTIME CKC587Mondays: 5/7, 5/14 and 5/21, 11:30 AM – 12:00 PMLimit: 16 Registration: Please check for availability Join Ms. Anissa for storytime fun featuring picture books, flannel board tales and songs. Children must be able to attend on their own.
SATURDAY MOVIE MATINEE: PADDINGTON 2 (RATED PG)Saturday, May 12th, 2:00 PM – 3:45 PM CKC206Limit: 30Registration: Please check for availability Paddington, now happily settled with the Brown family and a popular member of the local community, picks up a series of odd jobs to buy the perfect present for his Aunt Lucy’s 100th birthday, only for the gift to be stolen. A parent or caregiver must remain with the child during this program.
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: EARLY MAN (RATED PG) CKC211 Monday, June 11th, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PMLimit: 30Registration: Friday, May 4thSet at the dawn of time, when prehistoric creatures and woolly mammoths roamed the earth, Early Man tells the story of Dug and his sidekick Hognob as they unite their tribe against the mighty enemy Lord Nooth and his Bronze Age City to save their home. A parent or caregiver must remain with the child during this program.
!KINDERGARTEN – 5TH GRADE
JUMP FOR JOY CKC169Thursday, May 24th, 10:45 AM – 11:30 AMLimit: 16Registration: Friday, May 4thJoin educator Joy Oddo for music, dancing and more to exercise the muscles and the mind with your little one. A parent or adult caregiver must remain with the child during this program.
CREATE & MAKE CKC193Saturday, June 9th, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AMLimit: 16Registration: Friday, May 4thLet your child explore and unleash their creativity at our different art stations! Please dress to make a mess. A parent or adult caregiver must remain with the child during this program.
TODDLERS TANGO Clap your hands, stomp your feet and sing along with Nicole Sparling for this wonderful toddler movement class featuring instruments and music from around the world. A parent or adult caregiver must remain with the child during this program. Tuesday, May 8th, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM CKC555Limit: 16Registration: Please check for availability Wednesday, June 6th, 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM CKC555Limit: 16Registration: Friday, May 4th
MESSY PLAYCKC595 Thursday, May 17th, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AMLimit: 16Registration: Please check for availabilityEnjoy some hands-on activities and have fun getting messy with your little one! Please dress to make a mess. A parent or adult caregiver must remain with the child during this program.
2 – 5 YEARS OLD (PRE-K) STAR WARS CELEBRATION CKC202Friday, May 4th, 4:30 PM – 5:15 PMLimit: 20Registration: Please check for availabilityMay the 4th be with you! Come celebrate all things Star Wars at the Library with Star Wars themed crafts, games and activities!
POOL NOODLE HOCKEY CKC201Tuesday, May 15th, 4:45 PM – 5:30 PMLimit: 20Registration: Please check for availabilityThis crazy version of hockey gets all kids racing to score a goal using pool noodles for hockey sticks and a beach ball as a puck! The fun never stops with this game as kids try to score a goal for their team! Presented by JumpBunch.
TAIL WAGGING TALES Join us at the Library to read your favorite story to a therapy dog! Please register for one 10-minute session. There will be no late admission if you miss your time.Thursday, May 17th, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM CKC191 Limit: 6Registration: Please check for availabilityThursday, June 14th, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM CKC209 Limit: 6Registration: Friday, May 4th
MAY LEGO® CLUB CKC145Wednesday, May 23rd, 4:30 PM – 5:15 PMLimit: 20Registration: Friday, May 4thConstruct whatever you wish at our monthly LEGO® builders program using more than 8,000 bricks!
SLIME SCIENCE CKC208 Tuesday, May 29thSession 1 - 4:30 PM to 5:30 PMSession 2 - 6:00 PM to 7:00 PMLimit: 20Registration: Friday, May 4thCome learn the science behind slime while making a slimy creation to take home with you!
TAPE RESIST ART CKC200 Monday, June 4th, 4:30 PM – 5:15 PMLimit: 16Registration: Friday, May 4thMake a colorful creation on canvas by using tape and watercolors. Please dress to make a mess.
BOOKMARK SPOT
Stop by the Library and pick up May’s bookmark by
Chloe Larsen. It will be available at the
Children’s Desk.
DESIGN-A-BOOKMARK CONTESTCongratulations to the 2018-2019 “Design a Bookmark” contest winners! Each month a new bookmark design will be featured in The Colophon. Bookmarks will also be available in the Children’s Department during the featured month.
May 2018 Chloe Larsen KindergartenJune 2018 Jessica Honya 3rd GradeJuly 2018 Elizabeth O’Donnell 12th GradeAugust 2018 Jasyln Cloughen 4th GradeSeptember 2018 Gabrielle Honya 6th GradeOctober 2018 Gianna Torto 2nd GradeNovember 2018 Anna Sasto 5th GradeDecember 2018 Anna Gross 5th GradeJanuary 2019 Jared Waterman 1st GradeFebruary 2019 Chloe Nuccio 4th GradeMarch 2019 Jackie Seifert 7th Grade
LONG ISLAND DUCKS GAMECommack Public Library is headed to the ball game! Enjoy discounted tickets to the Long Island Ducks’ All-Star Game on Wednesday, July 11th at 6:35PM with a fireworks show to follow. Tickets will be available to purchase from Tuesday, May 1st until Monday, June 4th. Tickets will cost $10 each and will be limited to 5 tickets per family. Payment is due upon in-person registration. Please speak with the Children’s or Circulation Department for more details.
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AM D
ance
rcise
(A)
2PM
Stret
ch &
Stren
gthe
n (A)
5:4
5PM
Yoga
1 (A
)6P
M Be
ginne
r’s C
roche
t (A)
7PM
Yoga
2 (A
)
2PM
Top 1
0 Thin
gs to
Co
nside
r for
and
Aging
Love
d One
(A)
6:30P
M Ho
oray f
or Mo
ther’
s Day
! (J)
11:30
AM Ti
tanic
Tea (
A)2P
M Fil
m: D
arke
st Ho
ur (A
)7:3
0PM
Hear
ts in
Hand
(A)
10AM
Falls
Prev
entio
n (A)
11AM
Mes
sy Pl
ay (J
) 2P
M Fil
m: La
dy B
ird (A
)5P
M Ta
il Wag
ging T
ales (
J)6:3
0PM
Retro
Mov
ie Cl
ub:
Dirty
Rott
en Sc
ound
rels (
YA)
7PM
DNA T
estin
g: W
hat’s
It Al
l Abo
ut (A
)
10AM
Jump
for J
oy B
abies
(J)
10:45
AM Ju
mp fo
r Joy
(J)
7:00 P
M Ps
ychic
Med
ium
Laur
a Lyn
ne Ja
ckso
n (A)
6:30P
M Te
en an
d Par
ent S
oap
and S
ache
t Clas
s (YA
)
6:30P
M Bo
ttle P
aint P
arty
(A)
9
AM D
ance
rcise
(A)
10:30
AM &
11:40
AM
Chair
Yoga
(A)
1PM
Are Y
ou G
ame?
(A)
4:30P
M Sn
ack A
round
the
World
: Mex
ico (Y
A)
9AM
Danc
ercise
(A)
10:30
AM &
11:40
AM
Chair
Yoga
(A)
1PM
Are Y
ou G
ame?
(A)
9AM
Danc
ercise
(A)
9:30A
M Inf
ant M
assa
ge (J
)10
:30AM
& 11
:40AM
Cha
ir Yo
ga (A
)10
:45AM
Sign
Lang
uage
for
Littl
e One
s (J)
1PM
Are Y
ou G
ame?
(A)
10AM
Ba
bysit
ting
Work
shop
(YA)
A =
Adul
tYA
= Yo
ung
Adul
tJ =
Juve
nile
9AM
Danc
e/Ton
ing (A
)10
:30AM
Activ
ity Ti
me (J
)11
:30AM
On M
y Own
Story
time (
J)2P
M St
retch
& St
rengt
hen (
A)
1PM
Shan
a Ka
y Me
mor
ial G
arde
n Gr
and
Open
ing
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LIBRARY HOURSMonday - Thursday ...................................... 9am - 9pmFriday .......................................................... 9am - 6pmSaturday...................................................... 9am - 5pmSunday ........................................................ 1pm - 5pm
BOARD OF TRUSTEESSteve Hartman ...............................................PresidentMark Fitzgerald ...................................... Vice PresidentDominick Elvezio ............................................... TrusteeArthur Emsig ..................................................... Trustee Vincent Gonzalez ............................................... Trustee
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Large PrintRefuge Cove – Janet Dailey I’ll Be Your Blue Sky – Marisa De Los SantosHellbent – Gregg Andrew HurwitzThe Perfect Nanny – Leila SlimaniAccidental Heroes – Danielle Steel
PlayawaysEnd Game – David BaldacciAre You Sleeping – Kathleen Barber The Flight Attendant – Chris BohjalianSurprise Me – Sophie KinsellaUnbound – Stuart Woods
CDsThread that Keeps Us – CalexioCrooked Shadows – Dashboard ConfessionalWalk Between Worlds – Simple MindsMan of the Woods – Justin TimberlakeNow That’s What I Call Music! 65 – Various Artists
DVDsThe Americans: The Complete Fifth SeasonDownsizingHangmanPitch Perfect 3Wonder Wheel
WHAT’S NEW AT THE COMMACK PUBLIC LIBRARY?
Blu-RaysThe Disaster ArtistCall Me by Your NameJumanji: Welcome to the JungleJustice LeagueThe Shape of Water
Books on CDI’ll Be Your Blue Sky – Marisa De Los SantosThe Great Alone – Kristin HannahNight Moves – Jonathan KellermanAlmost Summer – Susan MalleryDark in Death – J.D. Robb
DVD
9AM
Danc
ercise
(A)
10:30
AM &
11:40
AM
Chair
Yoga
(A)
1PM
Are Y
ou G
ame?
(A)
4:30P
M St
ar W
ars C
elebr
ation
(J)
4:30P
M Ma
y the
4th
Be w
ith Yo
u (YA
)
10AM Bouncing Babies (J)
2PM Film: Paddington 2 (J)
9AM Dance/Toning (A)
10:30AM Activity Time (J)11:30AM On My Own Storytime (J)
2PM Stretch & Strengthen (A)6PM Battle of the Books
Informational Meeting (YA)
9AM Dance/Toning (A)10:30AM Activity Time (J)
11:30AMOn My Own Storytime (J)
2PM Stretch & Strengthen (A)
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9AM Balance & Core Training (A)10AM Toddler Toy Time (J)
12PM & 1:15PM Chair Yoga (A)4:45PM Pool Noodle Hockey (J)
9AM Balance & Core Training (A) 10AM Toddler Toy Time (J)
12PM & 1:15PM Chair Yoga (A) 7:30PM Friends Meeting
7:30PM Board Meeting
9AM Balance & Core Training (A)
10AM Toddler Toy Time (J)
12PM & 1:15PM Chair Yoga (A)
4:30PM Slime Science (J)
9AM Balance & Core Training (A)10AM Babies Boogie (J)11AM Toddlers Tango (J)
12PM & 1:15PM Chair Yoga (A)6PM Coding for Beginners (YA)
9AM Balance & Core Training (A)
10:30AM Mother Goose on the Loose (J)
12PM & 1:15PM Chair Yoga (A)7:30PM Great Books Discussion
Group (A)
9AM Dance/Toning (A)10AM Dancercise (A)
2PM Stretch & Strengthen (A) 5:45PM Yoga 1 (A)
6PM Coding for Beginners (YA)7PM Yoga 2 (A)
9AM Dance/Toning (A)10AM Dancercise (A)
10AM-1PM One-on-One Medicare Counseling (A)11AM JumpBunch Toddlers (J)
11AM JumpBunch Preschoolers (J)2PM Stretch & Strengthen (A)
5:45PM Yoga 1 (A)7PM Yoga 2 (A)
9AM Dance/Toning (A) 10AM Dancercise (A)
2PM Stretch & Strengthen (A) 5:45PM Yoga 1 (A)
6PM Beginner’s Crochet (A)7PM Yoga 2 (A)
9AM Dance/Toning (A)10AM Dancercise (A)
2PM Stretch & Strengthen (A) 4:30PM LEGO Club (J)
5:45PM Yoga 1 (A)6PM Beginner’s Crochet (A)
7PM Yoga 2 (A)
9AM Dance/Toning (A)10AM Dancercise (A)
2PM Stretch & Strengthen (A) 5:45PM Yoga 1 (A)
6PM Beginner’s Crochet (A)7PM Yoga 2 (A)
2PM Top 10 Things to Consider for and
Aging Loved One (A)
6:30PM Hooray for Mother’s Day! (J)
11:30AM Titanic Tea (A)2PM Film: Darkest Hour (A)7:30PM Hearts in Hand (A)
10AM Falls Prevention (A)11AM Messy Play (J)
2PM Film: Lady Bird (A)5PM Tail Wagging Tales (J)6:30PM Retro Movie Club:
Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (YA)7PM DNA Testing:
What’s It All About (A)
10AM Jump for Joy Babies (J)
10:45AM Jump for Joy (J)
7:00 PM Psychic Medium Laura Lynne Jackson (A)
6:30PM Teen and Parent Soap and Sachet Class (YA)
6:30PM Bottle Paint Party (A)
9AM Dancercise (A)10:30AM & 11:40AM
Chair Yoga (A)1PM Are You Game? (A)
4:30PM Snack Around the World: Mexico (YA)
9AM Dancercise (A)
10:30AM & 11:40AM Chair Yoga (A)
1PM Are You Game? (A)
9AM Dancercise (A)9:30AM Infant Massage (J)
10:30AM & 11:40AM Chair Yoga (A)10:45AM Sign Language
for Little Ones (J) 1PM Are You Game? (A)
10AM Babysitting Workshop (YA)
A = AdultYA = Young Adult
J = Juvenile
9AM Dance/Toning (A)10:30AM Activity Time (J)
11:30AM On My Own Storytime (J)2PM Stretch & Strengthen (A)
1PM Shana Kay Memorial Garden Grand Opening
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LIBRARYTown of H
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auppauge Road | Comm
ack NY 11725-4498
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ackpubliclibrary.org
LIBRARYH
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RSMonday - Thursday......................................9am
- 9pmFriday..........................................................9am
- 6pmSaturday......................................................9am
- 5pmSunday........................................................1pm
- 5pm
BOARDO
FTRU
STEESSteve Hartm
an...............................................PresidentMark Fitzgerald......................................Vice PresidentDom
inick Elvezio...............................................TrusteeArthur Em
sig.....................................................Trustee Vincent Gonzalez...............................................Trustee
Laurie Rosenthal...................................Library Director
The Comm
ack Public Library Board of Trustees usually meets on the
third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m
.
Non-Profit OrganizationU.S. Postage
PAIDCom
mack NY 11725
Permit No. 32
2018M
AY2018
51 2 3 4
CD
Large PrintRefuge Cove – Janet DaileyI’ll Be Your Blue Sky – Marisa De Los SantosHellbent – Gregg Andrew HurwitzThe Perfect Nanny – Leila Slim
aniAccidental Heroes – Danielle Steel
PlayawaysEnd Gam
e – David BaldacciAre You Sleeping – Kathleen Barber The Flight Attendant – Chris BohjalianSurprise Me – Sophie KinsellaUnbound – Stuart Woods
CDs
Thread that Keeps Us – CalexioCrooked Shadows – Dashboard ConfessionalWalk Between Worlds – Sim
ple MindsMan of the Woods – Justin Tim
berlakeNow That’s What I Call Music! 65 – Various Artists
DVD
sThe Am
ericans: The Com
plete Fifth SeasonDownsizingHangm
anPitch Perfect 3Wonder Wheel W
HAT’SNEW
AT T
HE
COM
MACK
PUBLIC
LIBRARY?
Blu-RaysThe Disaster ArtistCall Me by Your Nam
eJum
anji: Welcome
to the JungleJustice LeagueThe Shape of Water
Books on CDI’ll Be Your Blue Sky – Marisa De Los SantosThe Great Alone – Kristin HannahNight Moves – Jonathan Kellerm
anAlm
ost Summ
er – Susan MalleryDark in Death – J.D. Robb
DVD
9AM Dancercise (A)10:30AM & 11:40AM
Chair Yoga (A)1PM Are You Game? (A)
4:30PM Star Wars Celebration (J)4:30PM May the 4th
Be with You (YA)