Idea Place@ Westhampton Free Library“where children and parents come to learn and grow”

Programs for Birth to Age 10

SUMMER 2019

Serving Westhampton Beach, Westhampton, East Moriches, Eastport, East Quogue, Manorville, Quiogue, Remsenburg and Speonk

BLAST OFF TO A UNIVERSE OF STORIES!• There is so much to see and do at the Library.• You will find the coolest books, new video games, more movies than ever

before and you can choose from a variety of programs!• Make the Westhampton Free Library a part of your summer…you will be glad

you did!• Here is some important information you need to know:• Registration for July programs will begin on Wednesday, June 26, 9:30am.• Registration for August programs will begin on Monday, July 29, 9:30am.• Registration is required for all Idea Place Programs unless noted, and is

limited to patrons of the Westhampton Free Library. Non-card holders will be accommodated at the Library’s discretion.

• Your child’s library card is to be used when registering for programs.• When registering multiple children, individual cards must be used.• Please be advised, if you are more than 5 minutes late you will forfeit your

spot in the program.• Upon arrival, check in at the children’s reference desk.• You may register for programs online at our Library’s website at: http:/www.

westhamptonlibrary.net• Our programs and summer reading clubs are supported by the Friends of the

Library.

Get Your Library Cards!If you haven’t already, be sure to sign up your child for their own library card at the Circulation Desk. Each child will be required to have their own library card to register for programs. You will also receive a special gift provided by the Idea Place! Parents, bring your library card, photo id, and proof of residence (tax bill, rental agreement, or utility bill).

MY FIRST LIBRARY CARD:

Welcome to the Library! When you receive your first library card, show it to the Idea Place librarians for a special gift.

SUMMER READING CLUB CELEBRATIONS:

OUT OF THIS WORLD ICE CREAM PARTY: Wednesday, June 26 from 2:00-3:00pm. Cool off with us and create an intergalactic sundae. The first fifteen patrons to bring a special teen or adult to the program will receive a token of our appreciation.

END OF SUMMER PARTY: Wednesday, August 28 from 4:00-5:00pm. Come back to Earth with us by celebrating all of your accomplishments this summer. Receive your summer reading certificate while eating out-of-this-world snacks.

Wednesday is Family Night Out!

PATRON APRECIATION DAY:Wednesday, June 26 from 10:00am-7:30pm.

We would like to thank you for participating in the programs and services we provide. Show your library card, find our special cake and receive a free gift!

MEET CAPTAIN JACK SPARROW: Wednesday, June 26 from 4:00-6:00pm.Get your picture taken with this famous pirate and movie character.

STEEL IMPRESSIONS CONCERT: Wednesday, June 26 from 6:30-7:30pm.Be swept away to a tropical island when you hear the Steel Impressions Band. Refreshments will be provided.

CONTRACT DISTRICT DAY!

Join us to celebrate our friends on Monday, July 8. Show us your renewed library card for a special prize! Don’t forget, all contract patron cards need to be renewed annually on July 1.Show your community spirit by wearing your school colors when you visit the library. You’ll receive a special prize, and be able to participate in a craft.

BASEBALL BUS TRIP: Saturday, August 10. It’s Mo Willem’s Night! Spend the afternoon at Coney Island or the New York Aquarium, then slide into your third baseline seats to watch the Brooklyn Cyclones play the Connecticut Tigers. $35.00 registration includes bus and ticket - and so much fun! Please check with the adult reference for specific times and to register.

Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00pm unless otherwise noted. For families with children ages 5 and older.

July 10: PHASES OF THE MOON: Join the Long Island Science Center for their interactive program about the different phases of the moon. Registration required. July 17: FAMILY GAME NIGHT: from 6:00-7:30pm. Visit the Idea Place and have some board game fun with your family. July 24: OUTTA THIS WORLD PARTY WITH ROB SCOTT: 6:30-7:30pm or 7:30-8:30pm. Create a s’mores parfait and play four corners. All participants will have a chance to win an autographed picture of the famous astronaut John Glenn. Please choose one session, seats are limited.

July 31: FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT: WALL-E.: from 6:00-8:00pm.Bring your family to watch Wall-E, rated G, and enjoy some popcorn and refreshments.

August 7: KNOCK EM’ DEAD COMEDY GAME SHOW:You will laugh and have fun playing this interactive game show.

August 14: FAMILY GAME NIGHT: from 6:00-7:30pm.Bring your family and friends to play some of our larger-than-life games. These include Connect 4, Jenga, and Chess.

August 21: ROBERT RIVEST AND THE FIRST MIME ON THE MOON:Be prepared to travel to the moon with Robert Rivest and his talent of mime.

August 28: MR. POPPIN’ TWIST: Your family will be entertained by stories that are created by you and balloons!

Family & Special Events@ Westhampton Free Library

For children and parents/caregivers of all ages unless otherwise noted. SUMMER FUN! BUY THE FOLLOWING

DISCOUNTED TICKETS AT THE WESTHAMPTON FREE LIBRARY!TICKETS ON SALE:

Long Island Aquarium - Adult and Child $20.00Splish Splash - Adult $36.00 - Child - $29.00Tickets are on sale now. Please call the Circulation Desk at (631) 288-3335 X 111 for more information.

COOKING WITH ROB SCOTT:FAMILY ITALIAN CHICKEN SALAD: Saturday, June 29 from 12:00-1:00pm. Bring the whole family and learn how to makeItalian chicken salad with shaved parmesan cheese in lettuce cups.

FRUITY ROCKETS: Thursday, August 8 from 2:00-3:00pm. For grades K-3.Play space games with Chef Rob and build an edible rocket out of seasonal fruit and marshmallows.

50TH ANNIVERSARY APOLLO 11 VIEWING: Saturday, July 20 from 2:00-3:00pm. For families with children in grades K-6. Join us as we watch clips from the documentary on the first moon landing, Apollo 11, read astronaut books, imagine how we would construct our own moon homes, eat moon-themed snacks, and create our very own moon models.

SHARK WEEK CRAFT: Monday, July 22 from 2:30-5:00pm.Celebrate Shark Week with a drop in craft during the listed times above. Create an underwater sea creature with materials we provide.

FAMILY INSTAPOT MEALS 101: Thursday, August 15 from 6:00-7:00pm.For families with children in grade 2 and older. Learn how to use an Instapot, create and prep meals that are healthy and easy to make for your family. There will be a taste testing at the end of class. Space is limited. Please register each participant with their library card.

BACK TO SCHOOL T-SHIRTS: Thursday, August 29 from 10:00-11:00am or 3:00-4:00pm. For ages 2-grade 3.Create a nice photo-op shirt for back to school pictures.

MUSEUM PASSES:

Use your Westhampton Free Library card to reserve a pass to one of these great museums! For questions and to reserve tickets, please contact the adult reference desk at (631) 288-3335x114 or reserve your pass online at westhamptonlibrary.net/pass.

American Museum of Natural HistoryBrooklyn Botanic GardenChildren’s Museum of the East EndEmpire PassFrick CollectionGuggenheim MuseumIntrepid Sea, Air & Space MuseumLong Island Children’s MuseumLong Island Museum of American Art, History & CarriagesLong Island Science CenterMuseum of Modern ArtNew York Historical SocietyNew York Transit MuseumOld Bethpage Village RestorationParrish Art MuseumSouth Fork Natural History Museum & Science CenterVanderbilt Museum & Planetarium

LITTLE CREATIONS: Mondays, July 15 and August 12 from 10:00-11:30am.

Join the Idea Place librarians for this imaginative art club. Each session, you and your child will make a piece of art to take home. The program focuses on fine motor skills, eye-hand coordination and working with different textures.

MOM AND ME SENSORY: Thursdays, July 25 and August 8 and 22From 10:30-11:00am for ages 9-23 months old.From 11:00-11:30am for ages 24 months to 5 years old. Together, we will explore different textures through play centers and projects.

KIDS ON THE GREEN Tuesdays at 5:30pm at the Village Gazebo. These performances are geared for families with children ages 3 to 8, but all are welcome to attend. No registration required.July 9: PRESTINO’S MAGIC:Prestino will entertain, make you laugh, and show off a special animal during this family friendly show.July 16: UNCLE BROTHER’S BAND:Move and groove with this fun filled, laugh out-loud band.July 23: BRADY RYMER:Join Brady and the Little Band That Could for some good wholesome award-winning entertainment.July 30: JESTER JIM:This juggling act, with music and other fancy tricks, will engross your family fromthe second the show starts.August 6: ROCK AND ROLL WITH SQUEAKY CLEAN:Sing and dance with this talented band as they play music from various decades.August 13: THE MICK MAG’S:Get ready to laugh with this comedy rock and roll band!August 20: GOOWIN’S BALLOOWINS:Join Allynn Gooen in his storytelling of classic tales and creative balloon props. Audience members will serve as his co-stars.August 27: PETTING ZOO from 4:30-6:30pm. Come meet the animals from the Suffolk County Petting Zoo.

For children not yet in Kindergarten.Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver at every program.

Summer Reading Club 2019: A Universe of Stories

Registration begins on Monday, June 24. The final day to register or enter time/books is Friday, August 16. Last day to pick up prizes will be Sunday, September 1. Visit the Idea Place to register and pick up your Summer Reading Packet.

Summer Reading Club: “Read To Me” Guidelines:For every 5 picture books you read to your child, he or she will receive a wooden nickel to be traded for various prizes from our prize display. You can also enter to win exciting raffles!

Registration for our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten (1KB4K) Club will begin again on September 1, 2019. *Books read during the Summer Reading Club will count toward the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Club books.

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INFANT TO PREWALKERS

LAP TIME STORIES & SONGS: Tuesdays, July 2, 16, 30 and August 13, 27 from 10:00-10:30am. For ages birth through 2 years. Snuggle and bond with your baby or toddler as we sing, tickle, kiss and bounce our way into a lifelong love of reading. A TIME FOR KIDS: Mondays, July 8, 22 and August 5, 19 from 10:00-10:30am. Baby Start: For ages 9-17 months. A Time for Kids, Inc. presents Baby Start. This half hour program is designed to introduce babies, ages 9-17 months, with a caregiver, to the wonderful world of library programs! Activities include music, movement, finger plays, fine and gross motor development and circle time. Early literacy, socialization and group play skills are introduced.PLAY HOORAY: Wednesdays, July 10, 17 and 24 from 10:00-10:45am. For ages birth to 2 years. BABIES BOOGIE:Wednesdays, August 7 and 21 from 10:00-10:45am. For ages 6-23 months.

WALKERS TO AGE 3

LAP TIME STORIES & SONGS: Tuesdays, July 2, 16, 30 and August 13, 27 from 10:00-10:30am. For ages birth through 2 years. Snuggle and bond with your baby or toddler as we sing, tickle, kiss and bounce our way into a lifelong love of reading.

A TIME FOR KIDS: Mondays, July 8, 23 and August 5, 19BABY START: from 10:00-10:30 am. For ages 9-17 months. A Time for Kids, Inc. presents Baby Start. This half hour program is designed to introduce babies, ages 9-17 months, with a caregiver, to the wonderful world of library programs! Activities include music, movement, finger plays, fine and gross motor development and circle time. Early literacy, socialization and group play skills are introduced.

JUST YOU AND ME: from 10:45-11:45am. For ages 18 months to 5 years (not yet in kindergarten). A Time for Kids, Inc. presents Just You and Me! This is a fun and fast- paced preschool readiness program. Each week, children and caregivers will work together to practice all skills necessary to be become a successful learner. Activities include music, movement, fine and gross motor development as well as storytelling. There will also be a make and take home craft.

PLAY HOORAY: Wednesdays, July 10, 17 and 24 From 10:00-10:45am for ages birth to 2 years.From 11:00-11:45am for ages 2 to 5 years.

AGES 3 TO 5 (NOT YET IN KINDERGARTEN)

A TIME FOR KIDS: Mondays, July 8, 22 and August 5, 19A Time for Kids, Inc. presents Just You and Me! This is a fun and fast- paced preschool readiness program. Each week, children and caregivers will work together to practice all skills necessary to be become a successful learner. Activities include music, movement, fine and gross motor development as well as storytelling. There will also be a make and take home craft.JUST YOU AND ME: from 10:45-11:45am. For ages 18 months to 5 years (not yet in kindergarten).

PLAY HOORAY: Wednesdays, July 10, 17 and 24 From 11:00-11:45am for ages 2-5 years.

READY TO READ FRIDAYS: Fridays, July 19, 26 and August 9-23 from 10:30-11:00am.

I SPY PLANETS: Tuesday, July 30 from 1:30-2:30pm. Go “out of this world” with the fun sensory game.

OUT IN THE UNIVERSE HEADBAND: Wednesday, July 31 from 10:30-11:30am. Design your own headband with stars and aliens.

TODDLERS TANGO:Wednesdays, August 7 and 21 from 11:00-11:45am. For ages 2-5 years (not yet in kindergarten). Get ready to clap your hands and stomp your feet with Miss Nicole.

SPACE MOBILE: Thursday, August 15 from 10:00-11:00am.Listen to an out-of-this-world story and then build your own star and planet mobile with Ms. Marie.

MAKE IT AND TAKE IT! Each week, we will provide a different project for you to make and take home the same day. No registration is required. Stop by during our regular library hours to collect goodies and create, create, create!

IMAGINATION PLAY: Friday, July 12 and August 2 from 10:00-11:30am. For walkers through 5 not yet in kindergarten. During play time, we will encourage the use of interactive play with the theme of space.

READY TO READ FRIDAYS: Fridays, July 19, 26 and August 9-23 from 10:30-11:00am.

OUT IN THE UNIVERSE HEADBAND: Wednesday, July 31 from 10:30-11:30am. Design your own headband with stars and aliens.

BABIES BOOGIE: Wednesdays, August 7 and 21 from 10:00-10:45am For ages 6-23 months.

TODDLERS TANGO:Wednesdays, August 7 and 21 from 11:00-11:45am. For ages 2-5 years (not yet in kindergarten). Get ready to clap your hands and stomp your feet with Miss Nicole.

SPACE MOBILE: Thursday, August 15 from 10:00-11:00am. Listen to an out-of-this-world story and then build your own star and planet mobile with Ms. Marie.

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KINDERGARTEN TO GRADE 3

*For 5-year-olds who have completed Kindergarten.Children are not accompanied by a parent/caregiver unless noted. Check out the family section for additional programming!

Summer Reading Club 2019: A UNIVERSE OF STORIESRegistration begins on Monday, June 24. The final day to register or enter time/books is Friday, August 16. Last day to pick up prizes will be Sunday, September 1. Visit the Idea Place to register and pick up your Summer Reading Packet.Summer Reading Club: “Read On My Own” Guidelines:For every 60 minutes or 1 hour of reading, participants will receive a wooden nickel to be traded for various prizes from our display. You can also enter to win exciting raffles!We will accept newly issued wooden nickels from this year only.

READING TO LEO: Every Tuesday from July 2 - August 27 from 4:30-5:30pm.If you are a dog lover, come read to Leo. He is a hypo-allergenic and very calm dog who loves to listen to all books. Please call 631-288-3335 x 112/113 to register.

STAR CONSTELLATIONS: Tuesday, July 2 from 3:30-4:30pm. Using marshmallows and toothpicks, you will build edible constellations. There will also be a challenge for creating an original design.

BUILDERS CHALLENGE: Every Sunday, July 7 - August 25 from 2:00-3:00pm. Show us your creativity and building skills with Keva Blocks, Magic Nuudles and much more. No registration required.

MOON SAND SCIENCE: Thursday, July 11 from 4:00-5:00pm.Explore different types of Moon Sand and create a batch of your own to take home and enjoy!

LONG ISLAND CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: ROCKET & ROLLIN’: Monday, July 15 from 4:00-5:00pm. For grades K-5. Have a blast as we explore the wondrous science of rockets, then become an aerospace engineer as you take on our lunar lander building challenge. Can your “astronaut” survive the difficulties of a lunar landing?

MOON PRINTS: Wednesday, July 17 from 4:00-5:00pm. Using aluminum foil and paint, we will create spectacular moon prints that you will want to take home and hang up.

ALIENS IN SPACECRAFT: Thursday, July 18 from 4:00-5:00pm.What is your vision of a real life E.T.? Show us through this creative space program!

PLANET EARTH SUN CATCHERS: Thursday, July 25 from 4:00-5:00pm.Join us to make a special suncatcher of our beautiful planet!

SHARK WEEK: OOH-AH-HA: Friday, July 26 from 3:00-4:00pm. Join Mr. Evan as we make shark-themed crafts, discuss shark facts, and read stories about these scary (but often misunderstood) deep-sea creatures.

GALAXY WATERCOLORS: Saturday, July 27 from 2:00-3:00pm.Create your own galaxy through this arts and crafts program.

MARBLED PLANETS: Monday, July 29 from 4:00-5:00pm.Planets are a rainbow of colors. We will create our own rainbow of colors with this project.

ESTIMATION STATION @ the Idea PlaceVisit the estimation station during the months of July and August to guess the amount of goodies in our special jar. If your guess is the closest, without going over, you will win a prize. Good luck!

“WHO AM I” POETRY CONTEST: K-2 1ST PLACE WINNER:Who Am I? by Grace Chornoma, 1st GradeI am smart…Could I be a surgeon?I am kind…Could I be someone’s best friend?I am fast…Could I be an Olympic swimmer?I am beautiful…Could I be a princess?I am musical…Could I be a famous pianist? I am brave…Could I be an astronaut?I am helpful…Could I be a teacher?I am ME…I can be ANYTHING!

MORE CONTEST WINNERS:K-2 2nd Place: Mason Rignola, 1st grade, Raynor Country Day School 3rd Place: Kevin Kretz, Kindergarten, East Moriches Elementary School Honorable Mention: Jordyn Schneyer, Kindergarten, East Moriches Elementary SchoolHonorable Mention: Danika Schneyer, 2nd grade, East Moriches Elementary School

3-62nd Place: Halle Geller, 6th grade, Raynor Country Day School3rd Place: Elizabeth Sultan, 4th grade, Westhampton Beach Elementary School Honorable Mention: Camdyn Glover, 6th grade, Raynor Country Day School Honorable Mention: Collin Roberts, 4th grade, Westhampton Beach Elementary School

A big thank you to Mrs. Claudia Wasserman for her generous donation. It made our 2019 Poetry Contest possible. Thank you also to Ms. Wasserman for selecting our winners.

You can find the poems from our second and third place winners as well as our honorable mentions on the website. Enoy!

ALL ABOUT CRATERS: Thursday, August 1 from 4:00-5:00pm. Learn how craters are formed by creating one out of everyday ingredients.

RECYCLED ROCKETS: Saturday, August 10 from 3:00-4:00pm. Become a rocket engineer and build your own rocket out of cups. We will see which rocket goes the farthest.

MISSION TO MARS: Tuesday, August 13 from 1:30-2:30pm.Did you ever want to know what traveling to Mars is like? Find out through this exciting game!

STRAW ROCKETS: Wednesday, August 14 from 4:00-5:00pm.Visit the library to create your very own flying rocket ships.

USING THE FORCE: Monday, August 19 from 4:00-5:00pm. Explore a special type of force — static electricity —by testing it out on different materials.

MINI-ELEMENT NECKLACES: Thursday, August 22 from 3:00-4:00pm.Wear a little piece of the Solar System through this jewelry-making program. FIREBALL SUN PAINTING: Saturday, August 24 from 2:00-3:00pm.Bring the sun home with you through this art activity!

Programs for Grades 4-6

Each child must register using their Westhampton Free Library card.If you have more than one child registering for a particular program, you will need to register each child separately using their own library card.Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise stated. Registration begins Wednesday, June 26 at 9:30am.

Join the Tween Summer Reading Club: A Universe of Stories“Independent Reader” Guidelines:For ages 9-12.

Registration and tracking of the books you’ve read begins Monday, June 24. The final day to register or log time/books is Friday, August 16. Last day to pick up prizes will be Sunday, September 1.

For every 60 minutes or 1 hour of reading, participants will receive a wooden nickel to be traded for various prizes from our display. You can also enter to win exciting raffles!We will accept newly issued wooden nickels from this year only.

TEEN & TWEEN “FRIDAY NIGHT IN”Every Friday from 5:00-8:30pm, the Library will host special library-wide programs for Tweens and Teens (grades 4-12). The programs include a variety of activities, including arts and crafts, video games, board games, movies, food creations and much more. Dinner will be served each night around 7:00pm. Participants of Friday Night In must turn in a permission slip that is signed in person at the Library. For more information, please call Teen Blvd at 631-288-3335 x 128 or the Tween Scene at 631-288-3335 x 113. Registration for featured Friday Night In programs is required unless otherwise noted, featured programs are

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS: Fridays from 6:00-8:00pm. Newbies and experts welcome! Build or pick a character to join us on our quest to slay the beasts that bring harm to our fantasy world. Registration requested, space is limited.

DIY GALAXY-PRINT TOTE BAGS: Friday, July 5 from 5:00-6:00pm. Make your own out-of-this-world tote bag to celebrate A Universe of Stories! Registration required.

FRUIT PIZZA: Friday, July 5 from 6:30-7:00pm. Make this delicious treat with us! Please be mindful of food allergies. Registration requested.

TRIVIA NIGHT: Friday, July 12 from 5:00-6:00pm. Test your knowledge of trivia and compete with friends for small prizes. No registration required.

POKEMON CARD SWAP: Fridays, July 12 and August 23 from 6:30-7:30pm. Bring in your Pokemon cards to swap and battle. Registration requested.

GALAXY CHOCOLATE BARK: Friday, July 19 from 5:00-6:00pm. Make delicious galaxy-themed chocolate bark! Please be mindful of food allergies. Registration required.

MOVIE NIGHT: Friday, July 26 from 5:00-7:00pm. Hang out with friends and watch Captain Marvel (PG-13, 2019). No registration required.

GALAXY PLAYDOUGH: Friday, July 26 from 7:00-7:30pm. Make your own out-of-this-world Playdough. Registration required.

GLASS BEAD SUNCATCHERS: Friday, August 2 from 5:00-6:00pm. Make this beautiful window decoration using glass beads and glue. Registration required.

DIY TIE-DYE T-SHIRTS: Friday, August 9 from 5:00-6:00pm. Make a psychedelic t-shirt to wear to the beach or just for fun! Please dress for a mess, tie-dye will stain clothes. Registration required.

MARBLED PLANETS: Friday, August 9 from 6:30-7:00pm. Design your own planets with acrylic paints and liquid starch. Dress for a mess! Registration required.

BUTTON TREES: Friday, August 16 from 5:00-6:00pm. Create a colorful tree on canvas with paint and buttons. Registration required.

MARSHMALLOW CONSTELLATIONS: August 16 from 6:30-7:00pm. Make these easy and delicious constellations. Registration requested.

VHS PENCIL CASES: Friday, August 23 from 5:00-6:00pm. Turn an old VHS case into a personalized box for your school supplies. No registration required.

APPLE DONUTS: Friday, August 30 from 6:30-7:00pm. Come make this “healthy” treat with us. Top apples with chocolate, sprinkles and more! Please be mindful of food allergies. Registration requested.

FOURTH OF JULY FONDUE: Wednesday, July 3 from 3:00-3:30pm OR 4:00-4:30pm. Enjoy chocolate fondue with friends and decorate your dipped treats with red, white, and blue sprinkles. Please be mindful of food allergies.

GLOW-IN-THE-DARK GALAXY T-SHIRTS: Tuesday, July 9 from 3:00-4:00pm. Decorate a black t-shirt with glow-in-the-dark fabric paint stars. Dress for a mess!

LONG ISLAND CHILDREN’S MUSEUM: ROCKET & ROLLIN’: Monday, July 15 from 4:00-5:00pm. For grades K-5. Have a blast as we explore the wondrous science of rockets, then become an aerospace engineer as you take on our lunar lander building challenge. Can your “astronaut” survive the difficulties of a lunar landing?

PAINT NIGHT: Wednesday, July 17 from 2:00-3:00pm. Paint a refreshing picture of a juicy slice of watermelon with step-by-step instructions from Miss Victoria.

CUCUMBER SUSHI: Tuesday, July 23 from 4:00-5:00pm. Fill a hollowed out slice of cucumber with shredded carrots, avocado and rice.

COOKIE DESIGN CONTEST: Monday, July 29 from 2:00-3:00pm. Test out your decorating skills on plain shortbread cookies. Please be mindful of food

allergies. DIY CLOTHESPIN FRAMES: Monday, August 5 from 4:00-5:00pm. Make your own photo holder that you can use to hang multiple pictures on your bedroom wall.

CINNAMON ROLL DIP: Thursday, August 8 from 4:00-5:00pm. Make cinnamon roll dip with Chef Rob Scott and play fun games.

SEASHELL WREATHS: Tuesday, August 13 from 3:30-4:30pm. Create your own wreath using ribbons and seashells. PASTEL AURORAS: Wednesday, August 21 from 3:30-4:30pm. Create beautiful aurora effects with this pastel art project!

CREATE THE NIGHT SKY: Monday, August 26 from 3:00-4:00pm. Get creative with glow-in-the-dark beads! Recreate real constellations, make big star decorations for your room, or invent your own constellation!

BATTLE OF THE BOOKS:

Join our team for a fun and friendly competition against other libraries. Read eight books, meet twice a week and prepare for “The Battle.” Participants must be entering grades 6-9 and available Saturday, August 10 and Monday, August 12 to participate. We will be meeting Mondays and Fridays, times to be determined. Stop in the library to pick up your bag of books and goodies. Participants may earn additional tickets for the Summer Reading Program prize raffles.

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BOARD OF TRUSTEESBarbara Matros, PresidentRobert Santucci, Vice PresidentMary Anne Yutes, SecretarySusan Rosenberg, TreasurerThomas Moore, TrusteeMitchell Schecter, TrusteeStephen Wisnoski, Trustee

LIBRARY DIRECTORDanielle Waskiewicz

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“WHO AM I” POETRY CONTEST: 3-6 GRADE 1ST PLACE WINNER:

Who Am I? by Sadie Kennedy Jaffe, 6th grade

I am meI am I

I am easy to mortifyI am me I am I

I don’t usually qualifyFor scholarships,

Contests and races, Because everyone looks at me

with such uptight facesIn school,

I am average, A real ‘middle’ kid

My grades are decent;I guess I should be proud of how I did

My after-school activities, Art, Gym, and Girl Scouts,

Where when anything happens,Everyone shouts

When I’m with my friendsWe play video games and cook,

But their avatars always look like crooks.

I wish I could sleep every day until half past 9Plus, some of my clothes aren’t even mine

They used to belong to my sisterNot very stylish right nowAnd I want to play Twister

But we can’t anymoreBecause she is at college

And my parents aren’t as young as they used to beNo offense, Mom and Dad

But I don’t really get acknowledgedAnd I barely see my sisterAnd I barely see myself

Because people barely see my personalityAnd I barely see myself

This year’s Poetry Contest theme was “Who Am I?” You can find the second and third place winners as well as our honorable mentions on our website. Enjoy!

SUMMER READING CLUB: Registration begins Friday, June 14 and the last day to register is Wednesday, August 7. Read as much as you can until Friday, August 16. There are many books to choose from and fantastic prizes to win! Earn raffles ticket for every book you read to enter our weekly and monthly raffle for prizes, including, a large “Instagramable” pool float and other summer accessories; a stationery bundle from Lynn’s Cards and Gifts; LI Aquarium tickets, and much more. For teens entering grades 6-9 see Battle of the Books for more raffle ticket opportunities.

GUESSING JARS:July-Guess how many Mini Umbrellas are in the jar.August- Guess how many Pencils are in the jar.

FACE PAINTING WITH LILLY HAYES: Monday, July 29 at 6:15pm. Come get your face painted before our Monday Night Movie on the Great Lawn. We will be watching How to Train your Dragon. Location of face painting to be determined. Registration required.

FOODIESROB SCOTT’S CINNAMON ROLL DIP: Thursday, August 8 from 4:00-5:00pm. Make cinnamon roll dip with Chef Rob Scott and play fun games. Registration required.

Each teen must register using their Westhampton Free Library Card.If there is more than one teen registering for a particular program, each teen will need to register separately using their own library card.Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise stated. Registration begins Wednesday, June 26 at 9:30am.

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT GOALS: July 1st- August 31st.Our programs will reflect the goals of Affordable and Clean Energy for July and Decent Work and Economic Growth for August. DOCUMENTARY: Friday, July 19 at 6:30pm. Earn

volunteer hours by viewing and discussing a documentary about clean energy in celebration of the United Nations Development Goal for the month of July. Participants will vote to watch either Catching the Sun or Happening: A Clean Energy Revolution at the time of the event! Registration requested.

**TWEEN/TEEN “FRIDAY NIGHT IN”: Please see Tween page for a list of fun programs just for you.**

COMMUNITY SERVICE

TEEN REVIEWS: Submit a review of a 2017 or newer book and receive three hours of community service. Reviews are used for display and may be published on the library’s social media outlets. Ask a Teen Librarian for more information. BOOK SUGGESTIONS: Do you like to read a specific genre? Do you prefer series over stand-alone books? Search for books you want to see in Teen BLVD and earn volunteer hours.EDUCATIONAL BOOK BOOKMARKS: Pick a travel, non-fiction or biography book in the library and make a quality bookmark to leave in the book. Bookmarks should include notes about things that you find interesting and fun facts.DROP-IN VOLUNTEER: Wednesdays and Fridays from 2:30-5:00pm. Receive community service hours by volunteering at the library. Give a helping hand by cleaning, organizing and assisting in program preparation, as well as the below opportunities:ANIMAL SHELTER GIFTS: Make toys and beds for the animals at a local animal shelter. While supplies last.SORTING FOOD PANTRY DONATIONS: Sort donations as part of the library’s ongoing food drive in the front lobby. REUSABLE TOTE BAGS: Decorate and hand out reusable tote bags around the community. WESTHAMPTON CARE CENTER FESTIVE DECORATIONS: Volunteer to make Sun Catchers for the Westhampton Care Center in honor of National Senior Citizens Day. While supplies last.