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South Huntington Public Library145 Pidgeon Hill RoadHuntington Station, NY 11746-4511DECEMBER 2013

The library will be closed on Dec. 24 & 25 and Jan. 1. The library will close at 1 p.m. on Dec. 31

HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!

Friends of the Library50th Anniversary Cookbook On Sale Dec. 1The Friends of the Library’s 50th AnniversaryCommunity Cookbook will be available for salebeginning Dec. 1! It contains recipes contributedby friends and neighbors right here in SouthHuntington. From Asian Cocktail Meatballs andHasselback Potatoes to Sauerbraten and ZucchiniBread, there are sure to be recipes that your fami-ly will love. The book also makes a wonderful gift for peopleon your list, and be sure you get one for yourself!Cookbooks are $10 each and may be purchased atthe Circulation Desk. Proceeds will allow theFriends to support library programs and services,such as the annual Summer Reading Clubs for chil-dren, teens and adults, author visits and purchas-ing permanent art for the library.

Saturday Nights Are Coming!The library will once again be open late on Saturdaynights in January, February and March. Regular library services will be available until 7 p.m.,and from 7-9 p.m. patrons will have access to theaudio-visual collection and WiFi. Staff will be availableto retrieve specific titles.A highlight of the extra Saturday hours is a show eachweek at 7 p.m. The series will kick off January 4 with amusical performanceby All Good Friends,

who will present everyone’s favorite oldies from the‘50s, '60s, '70s, pop, rock'n'roll and country. The fun continues on January 11 with a performanceby The Chiclettes, New York's premier girl group.Susanne, Sarah and Molly perform an amazing mixfrom female vocal groups and artists from the earlydays of rock & roll and Motown to the top tunes oftoday.

TICKET INFO: Free tickets are available to South Huntington cardholders beginning Dec. 14. Print themonline at shpl.info or get them in person at the Circulation Desk. Ticket holders will be seated until 6:50p.m. when non-ticket holders will be seated, if there is space.

Library is Antidote toVacation BoredomLooking for something to do with the kids over holidayvacation?

Take them to the library! The Children’s Department isoffering programs for childrenof all ages, including moviesand crafts. (See the back pageof this newsletter for events.)In the library, they can also use

computers and iPads (visit the Children’s Desk to signup). You can also borrow books, DVDs and video gamesto keep them busy at home.

Take them to a museum!Patrons can choose from about a dozen passes thatgrant admission to some of the best museums on LongIsland and in New York City, including the Children’sMuseum of Manhattan, Long Island Children’s Museum,Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery, the Cradle ofAviation Museum and more. The passes must bereserved in advance. Log onto our homepage atshpl.info and click on the blue “museum passes” buttonon the left or call the Children’s Desk at 631.549.4411.

Staff Retirement AnnouncedDebra Cerneuix, a reference librarian fora decade here in South Huntington,retired last month. Before coming toSouth Huntington she worked at the EastHampton Library.Debra was an excellent reference librari-an and always went above and beyondto assist patrons. She also maintained the

library’s collection of McNaughton bestsellers and com-piled themed book displays. She will be missed, and we wish her all the best!

Homework Help @ the LibraryStudents in grades K-12 can find resources, as well asone-on-one online assistance, for homework andresearch projects.South Huntington patrons can access BrainFusethrough our homepage at www.shpl.info. Click on theblue Homework Help button on the left and access aworld of resources, including skill building, test prep, a24-hour writing lab and live online chats with tutors. Subjects include math, science, reading/writing, socialstudies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests.Live academic assistance is available from Mon. toSun., 2 p.m. to 11 p.m. Spanish speaking tutors areavailable.

Adult Resources AvailableBrainFuse also provides resources for adult learners,including GED help, citizenship prep, help withresumes and cover letters, live one-on-one tutoring,Microsoft Office Help and career resources.

Happy 1st Birthday,Young Adult LibraryThe new Young Adult Library openedone year ago this month, and SouthHuntington teens are making the mostof the new space. The Teen AdvisoryBoard (left) meets regularly, and newactivities in the past year include theformation of a Teen Acting Troupe anda terrific Comic Con celebration thatincluded “Zombie Survival Training,”which took place one Friday night afterthe library closed. Adults also used thespace for lectures, instruction, AARPTax Help, Senior Game Day and more.Ph

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‘Personal Visions,’ works by Lisa Berley, Peter Flynn & Joyce Pommer Dec. 5-8; Artists’Reception: Sat.,Dec. 7, 2-4 p.m.This group exhibit fea-tures paintings by Lisa Berley (left), PeterFlynn (center) and Joyce Pommer. Berley exhibits mixed media collagesusing strong graphic elements, geometry and fragments of newsprintimages. Color emerges as an ephemeral force that energizes Flynn’s can-vases. Working with radiant colors and shapes he develops a kind of sportsplay acting and reacting. Pommer’s intuitive approach to her paintingsresults in a mediative cathartic relief. Her use of diverse materials fromfabric to handmade papers and paint are applied in a minimal way.

R E C I TA L S E R I E S“Romantic Connections”Maksim Shtrykov, clarinet, and Misuzu Tanaka, pianoSunday, Dec. 8 at 2:30 p.m.This recital will present true gems of theRomantic repertoire for clarinet and piano,including the intimate “3 Romances, Op.94” by the most famous composer of theRomantic School, Robert Schumann. Alsofeatured will be a lyrical Sonata for clarinetand piano written by the French late roman-tic master, Camille Saint-Saens. The second half will open with a suitefrom the “Nutcracker” ballet by Tchaikovsky, a solo piano work thatpresents Russian Romanticism in its grandeur. The program concludeswith a famous paraphrase from Verdi’s opera masterpiece, “Rigoletto,”written by Italian clarinet virtuoso Luigi Bassi. Open to all.

HOME STUDY ORIENTATIONMon., Dec. 2 at 5:30 p.m.BOCES will offer its GRASP/GEDHome Study Orientation programfor those wishing to obtain theirGED but cannot attend regularclasses. Call BOCES to register at631-667-6000, ext. 454.

SENIOR GAME DAYWeds., Dec. 4, 11 & 18, 11a.m.-2:30 p.m.Bring your friends and yourfavorite card or board game sup-plies and spend some time playingtogether and socializing. We willprovide tables and chairs in theYoung Adult Library.

DEFENSIVE DRIVINGMon., Dec. 9 & 16 at 7 p.m.Learn to be a better driver with thisEmpire Safety Council two-partclass, and save money on your autoinsurance. There is a $28 feepayable at registration beginningDec. 2 for South Huntington card-holders; all others Dec. 9.

2ND PRECINCT COMMUNITYMEETINGWed., Dec. 11, 10-11:30 a.m.Representatives from the SuffolkCounty Police Department’s 2ndPrecinct will be here with a presen-tation on a current topic related tocommunity policing. Residents areencouraged to ask questions andbring up issues of concern in theirneighborhoods.

RETIREMENT INCOME: HOWMUCH DO I NEED?Wed., Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.

How muchmoney do Ineed when Iretire? This isthe most fre-quently askedquestion when

people talk about retirement. Aswe approach a new year, financialadviser Olive Hudesman will helpyou learn different ways to calcu-late your retirement number andlearn retirement income strategiesthat will help you plan for yourfuture. Free, open to all.

FACEBOOK 101: STAYING CONNECTEDThurs., Dec. 12, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Don't be leftout this holi-day season!Learn howyou can useFacebook toconnect with

your family, share holiday photosand more. In a comfortable andnon-threatening environment, withquestions encouraged, public rela-tions professional Amy DiLeo willexplain what social media is andwhy you might want to use it. Shewill discuss privacy options andteach participants how to connectonly with people they choose. Shewill also explain the benefits ofbeing "social,” which includesrestaurant and shopping discountsand advanced notice of events andactivities! Armed with this knowl-edge, you can decide how much —or little — to share, and whethersocial media networking is right foryou. Free.

NORTH SHORE CIVIL WARROUNDTABLE

Thurs., Dec. 12 at 7 p.m.Patrick Schroeder,historian, editor,and publisher of thelate Brian Pohanka'sbook, Vortex ofHell: A History of

the 5th NY Vol. Infantry, will be theguest speaker. All welcome.

FOLK MUSIC JAMSun., Dec. 15 at 1 p.m.The Folk Music Society ofHuntington will hold their monthlyacoustic jam. New participants andlisteners are welcome.

BOOK TALK READING CLUBTues., Dec. 17, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Moderator Helen Harris will lead adiscussion of The Rules of Civility byAmor Towles. Multiple copies ofthe book are available at theCirculation Desk. New participantsand listeners are welcome.

AARP SMART DRIVING ONE-DAY CLASSESSat., Jan. 4 or Wed., Jan. 15, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.South Huntington cardholders canregister for either class beginningDec. 10 at 9 a.m. The fee is $20 forAARP members with card. Non-members, $25. Bring your driver’slicense and a check or money orderper person made out to AARP. NOCASH. Non-residents may registerDecember 17. Bring a bag lunch.

SPANISH CONVERSATIONGROUPWeds., Dec. 11 & 18 at 7 p.m.Join us for this friendly, informalgroup where you can practicespeaking Spanish with others whowant to hone their conversationalskills. Since this is a non-instruction-al session, participants should havesome knowledge of Spanish. Opento adults and teens 16 and up.Listeners welcome!

UPCOMING EXERCISECLASSES

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERSMons., Jan. 6-27 & Feb. 3, 10, 24,9:30-10:30 a.m. (no class Feb. 17)For those new to Tai Chi; withinstructor Gwen Devercelly. There isa $28 fee. SHPL registers Dec. 2;others Dec. 9.

MONDAY YOGAMons., Jan. 6-27 & Feb. 3, 10, 24, 11a.m.-12:15 p.m. (no class Feb. 17)With instructor Augusta Berner. Fee$28. SHPL registers Dec. 2; othersDec. 9.

INTERMEDIATE TAI CHITues., Jan. 7-28 & Feb. 4-25, 10-11:30 a.m.For those with some Tai Chi experi-ence. With instructor GwenDevercelly. Fee $38. SHPL registersDec. 3; others Dec. 10

EVENING YOGA: BEGINNERTues., Jan. 7-28 & Feb. 4-25, 6:30-7:30 p.m.For those who are new to yoga orwho have been practicing for lessthan a year. With instructorAugusta Berner. Fee $28. SHPL reg-isters Dec. 3; others Dec. 10.

EVENING YOGA: INTERMEDIATETues., Jan. 7-28 & Feb. 4-25, 7:45-8:45 p.m.For those who have been practicingyoga for more than a year andwant a more challenging routine.With instructor Augusta Berner. Fee$28. SHPL registers Dec. 3; othersDec. 10.

TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS NEW!Thurs., Jan. 2-30 & Feb. 6-27, 9:30-10:30 a.m.A gentle, beginner level. Ideal forthose with joint and/or balanceissues. Fee $36. SHPL registers Dec.5; others Dec. 12.

THURSDAY YOGAJan. 2-30 & Feb. 6-27, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.With instructor Augusta Berner. Feeis $36. SHPL registers Dec. 5; othersDec. 12.

SATURDAY YOGASats., Jan. 4-25, 9:30-10:30 a.m.With instructor Elaine Fruchtman.Fee is $14. SHPL registers Dec. 7;others Dec. 14.

MEET THE COOKBOOK AUTHOR: CHRISTMAS FLAVORS OF IRELANDSunday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m.Margaret M. Johnson will discuss her new book,Christmas Flavors of Ireland, and take you on a holi-day tour of Ireland, complete with beautiful photos,stories, information and tips about visiting theEmerald Isle. Traditional refreshments will beserved, including mulled cider, mincemeat tarts anda variety of fruitcakes. Participants will also receivecopies of some of the recipes. The cookbook, whichfeatures easy-to-follow recipes from warming soupsand crisp potatoes to wonderful puddings and dazzling desserts, will beavailable for purchase and signing. A great gift for yourself or a lovedone! The program is free but registration is required. South Huntingtoncardholders can sign up beginning Dec. 2; others Dec. 9.

Young Adults (Grades 6-12 unless otherwise noted)

A M SMONDAY MOVIES @ 2:30 P.M.

FRIDAY FLICKS @ 7 P.M.

CHESS AND GAMESFri., Dec. 6 and Jan. 3, 7 p.m.

Join your friends atthe library for anight of friendlycompetition.Whether you aregood at chess or notor just want to play

some other games and have fun, join us!We will provide the boards for chess andvarious other games! Refreshments provid-ed. No registration required.

HOLIDAY CRACKER COMMUNITY SERVICEThur., Dec. 12, 7-8 p.m.

Create holiday crack-ers to donate to ourlocal food pantries tobrighten the season!Bring one bag ofindividually wrappedcandy for this pro-

gram. Participants will receive 1 hour ofcommunity service. Register Dec. 4.

GEEK MYSTIQUEFri., Dec. 13, 7-8 p.m.

Come on down tohear all the latesttech talk, gamernews, fanboy/fan-girl media info, andresources on all

things geeky. Join our celebration of geekculture where you can meet other passion-ate people just like you, talk about every-thing from Adventure Time to Zelda, andlearn that “geek” doesn't have to be afour letter word! No registration required.

TEEN ADVISORY BOARDTue., Dec. 17, 7-8 p.m.

The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is an activeorganization made up of teens in grades 6-12 who work together to make a differ-ence in our library. They help decide whatmaterials should be purchased, plan pro-grams and work on special projects. Theydeveloped our successful “Kids and TeensTogether” program! Meetings are usuallyheld on the third Tuesday night of themonth at 7 p.m. Community service hoursare provided. New members are alwayswelcome!

TWEENS NIGHT OUTFri., Dec. 20, 7-8 p.m., 4-6 gr.See Children’s for Details.

NAIL ART GALOREThur., Dec. 26, 7-8 p.m., 6-9 gr.

Learn the latest nailtrends and artdesigns. Try out newlooks at the libraryand try them athome! **Please be

sure to attend this program with clean,unpolished nails**. Register Dec. 12.

YA PIZZA AND A MOVIE: WOLVERINEFri., Dec. 27, 6 p.m.

Summoned to Japan by anold friend, Wolverinebecomes involved in a con-flict that will force him toconfront his own demonsand a mysterious figurefrom his past in an epicbattle that will change himforever. (PG-13, 126 mins.)Register Dec. 13.

NOTE: Only those who are registered forthe program will be permitted for pizzaand drinks. Spots will be held for regis-tered teens only until 6:10 p.m. when thoseon the waiting list will be admitted if spacepermits.

NEW BOOKS:The Bridge by Jane HigginsFang Girl by Helen KeebleDeck Z: the Titanic by Chris PaulsThis is Not a Test by Courtney SummersUnthinkable by Nancy WerlinSaints by Gene Luen Yang

RECOMMENDED WEBSITES:Internet Public Libraryhttp://www.ipl.org/div/teen/

The Internet Public Library'sipl2 for Teens features edu-cational resources for teens.Find help writing researchpapers, information about

health and maturation and other generalschool and homework help through thevarious resource pages.

Funderstanding Roller Coaster Gamehttp://www.funderstanding.com/edu-cators/coaster/

This simulator isdesigned forpeople who

want to design their own thrilling coaster.It is your mission to design the coaster sothat you can achieve maximum thrills andchills without crashing or flying off thetrack (unless that’s how you like your coast-er to work!).

Dec. 2: White House Down While John Cale, a Capitol police-man, is taking his daughter on a tourof the White House it is taken over bya paramilitary group, and it is up toJohn to save the president and hiscountry. Channing Tatum, Jamie Foxx,Maggie Gyllenhaal. PG-13, 132 mins.

Dec. 9: Before Midnight Jesse and Celine first met in their 20s,reunited in their 30s and now they face the past, present andfuture. On a writer's retreat in Greece, the couple looks for anight of passion, but instead their idyllic night turns into a testof their relationship and a discussion of what the future holdsfor them. Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy. R, 109 mins.

Dec. 16: Red 2 Retired black-ops CIA agent Frank Moses rejoinshis unlikely team of elite operatives for a global quest to trackdown a missing portable nuclear device. Helen Mirren, Mary-Louise Parker, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Anthony Hopkins, BruceWillis, John Malkovich. PG-13, 116 mins.

Dec. 23: Fitzgerald Family Christmas The adult siblings of theFitzgerald family prepare for their estranged father to returnhome for Christmas for the first time since he walked out onthem 20 years ago. Family rifts emerge, and Christmas brings amixed bag of complicated emotions and dynamics. Alliancesform, old wounds are reopened or glossed over, and the possi-bility for new hope and forgiveness emerges. Connie Britton,Edward Burns. R, 99 mins.

Dec. 30 : Man of Steel A young boy learns that he has extraor-dinary powers and is not of this Earth. As a young man, he jour-neys to discover where he came from and what he was senthere to do. But the hero in him must emerge if he is to save theworld from annihilation and become the symbol of hope for allmankind. Diane Lane, Amy Adams, Henry Cavill, Kevin Costner,Laurence Fishburne, Michael Shannon, Russell Crowe. PG-13,143 mins.

Dec. 6: 2 Guns DEA agent Bobby Trench and U.S. naval intelli-gence officer Marcus Stigman are working undercover for anarcotics business. After a distorted attempt to infiltrate thedrug cartel, they soon learn the secret of their dubious affilia-tion. Denzel Washington, Mark Wahlberg. R, 109 mins.

Dec. 13: Disconnect Stories collide in this riveting thrillerabout ordinary people struggling to connect in today's wiredworld: A couple is drawn into a dangerous situation when theirsecrets are exposed online. A widowed ex-cop struggles to raisea mischievous son who cyber-bullies a classmate. An ambitiousjournalist sees a career-making story in a teen that performs onan adult-only site. Jason Bateman, Hope Davis, Paula Patton,Michael Nyqvist. R, 115 mins.

FRIDAY FLICKS CLASSIC @ 7 P.M.Dec. 20: Tom Jones Celebrate the 50th anniversary of this BestPicture Oscar winner, a lusty tale set in 18th century England.Tom Jones is an orphan raised by the village squire who growsup to be a handsome young man with a way with women. Heloves the daughter of a neighboring landowner, and falls intomany adventures in pursuit of her, including duels, bedroomromps and prison! Albert Finney, Susannah York, Hugh Griffith.UR, 121 mins.

FRIDAY FAMILY FLICK @ 7 P.M.Dec. 27: Monsters University Mike Wazowski and James P.

Sullivan are an inseparable pair, butthat wasn't always the case. From themoment these two mismatched mon-sters met they couldn't stand eachother. Monsters University unlocks thedoor to how Mike and Sulley over-came their differences and became

the best of friends. Voices of Billy Crystal, John Goodman,Helen Mirren. G, 104 mins.

Battle of the Year - Mon., Dec. 30Battle of the Year attractsall the best teams fromaround the world, but theAmericans haven't won in15 yrs. Dante enlists Blaketo assemble a team of thebest dancers and bringthe Trophy back toAmerica where it started.

(PG-13, 110 mins.)

The Lone Ranger - Thur., Jan. 2The Lone Ranger, the lastof his kind, teams withTonto, a dark and myste-rious vigilante, to seekvengeance after justicehas failed them. It’s a run-away train of epic surpris-es, as these two learn towork together before the

ultimate showdown. (PG-13, 149 mins.)

M O V I E S AT 6 P. M . I N T H E YA L I B R A RY(no registration required)

DROP IN AND PLAYFri., Dec. 6-20, 12-3 p.m., and Fri., Dec. 27, 10-2 p.m., all agesGet out of the house, meet otherparents and kids and have fun play-ing and talking together. Stay for aslong as you like.

PAINT A PRESENTSat., Dec. 7, 1-4 p.m., all ages

Make a gift fora special some-one at our holi-day craft pro-gram. Severalgift optionswill be avail-

able. No registration required.

WINTER CRAFTS GALORESat., Dec. 28, 1-4 p.m., all agesStop by the library and let your cre-ativity out as you dive into our poolof crafts. No registration required.

HATS OFF TO NEW YEAR’S EVEMon., Dec. 30, 1-4 p.m., all ages

Drop by the libraryto make your ownspecial New Year’sEve hat. No registra-tion required.

PLAYHOORAY BABIESSat., Dec. 14, 10-10:45 a.m., 3-23 mos.Music and fun for your little one!Come sing, dance and PlayHooraywith your baby in this lively introduc-tion to nursery rhymes, books, musicand movement. Register Dec. 6.

BABIES BOOGIESat., Dec. 28, 10-10:45 a.m., 3-23 mos.

Let NicoleSparling showyou how to getmoving andgrooving tothe music withyour infant ortoddler.

Register Dec. 14.

A TIME FOR KIDSFri., Dec. 6-20, 10-11 a.m., 18 mos.-5 yrs.Enjoy a series of fun, educationalclasses for preschoolers not yet inkindergarten and an adult caregiver.This is a skill building, interactiveclass that will help prepare your childfor independent learning experi-ences. Registration is ongoing.

STORIES AND THINGSMon., Dec. 9 & 16, 10-10:30 a.m., 2-3 yrs.

Children andtheir accom-panyinggrown-upparticipate ina program of

music and movement, stories and asimple craft. Siblings welcome.Register Dec. 2.

SO BIG!Tues., Dec. 10 & 17, 10-11 a.m., 18-35 mos.

A storytime for par-ent and child withlots of music andmovement fol-lowed by free play.Siblings welcome.Register Dec. 3.

PLAYHOORAY KIDSSat., Dec. 14, 11-11:45 a.m., 2-5 yrs.Music and fun for your little one!Lively musical activities will haveeveryone up and moving to the beat!Register Dec. 6.

GIFT IN A JAR: MINTY HOLIDAYCANDY COOKIE MIXThur., Dec. 12, 4-5 p.m. 3-5 yrs.

Create an unforget-table gift for yourfamily and friendswith this deliciouscookie mix! Makethis gift-in-a-jarahead for holidaygiving. (3-4-yr.-oldsmust be accompa-nied by an adult).

Register Dec. 5.

CRAFTING WITH JOANNE: NEWYEAR’S NOISEMAKERFri., Dec. 27, 4-5 p.m., 3-5 yrs.Join Joanne as we make a colorfulNew Year’s Eve noisemaker. (3-4-yr.-olds must be accompanied by anadult). Register Dec. 13.

TODDLERS TANGOSat., Dec. 28, 11-11:45 a.m., 2-4 yrs.

Clap yourhands, stompyour feet andwiggle withthe beat!Nicole Sparlingwill lead chil-

dren and parents through a morningof musical fun. Children will useinstruments, explore rhythm andmovement activities, and learn songs,dances and fingerplays from aroundthe world. Register Dec. 14.

LEGO CLUBTue., Dec. 10, 4:30-5:30 p.m., ORThur., Dec. 26, 2-3 p.m., K-5 gr.Come and spend some time buildingwith our Legos. Everyone will get thechance to build something based on the month’s theme. Participants will have their creations displayed in thelibrary for 2 weeks. Register Dec. 3.Please register for only one session.

GIFT IN A JAR: MINTY HOLIDAYCANDY COOKIE MIXThur., Dec. 12, 4-5 p.m. K-5 gr.Create an unforgettable gift for yourfamily and friends with this deliciouscookie mix! Make this gift-in-a-jarahead for holiday giving RegisterDec. 5.

TWEENS NIGHT OUT: HANGING IN THE YA LIBRARYFri., Dec. 20, 7-8 p.m., 4-6 gr.Fourth and fifth graders are invitedto join teens in the YA Library for anhour of “hanging out.” Variousgames will be available and DIYcrafts. Refreshments served. RegisterDec. 6.

SNOWMAN STORYCRAFTSat., Dec. 21, 2:30-3:30 p.m., K-3 gr.Prepare for winterwith a few seasonalstories and thenmake a hangingsnowman craft.

Register Dec. 7.

CRAFTING WITH JOANNE: NEWYEAR’S NOISEMAKERFri., Dec. 27, 4-5 p.m., K-4 gr.Join Joanne as we make a colorfulNew Year’s Eve noisemaker. RegisterDec. 13.

BAKING COACH: SNOWMAN FACECUPCAKESThur., Jan. 2, 3-4 p.m., K-5 gr.

Join us for somewintry fun as wemake frosty snow-man or snowwoman cupcakes.Everyone goeshome with three

decorated cupcakes in a bakery box.Register Dec. 12.

FANCY NANCY TEA PARTYFri., Jan. 3, 3-4 p.m., K-3 gr.

You're invited to jointhe fun with hostessextraordinaire FancyNancy! Come in yourfanciest ensemble(that's fancy for out-fit), listen to a FancyNancy story, make a

craft, play games and enjoy somerefreshments. Register Dec. 13.

TWEEN PIZZA & A MOVIE: PERCYJACKSON: SEA OF MONSTERSFri., Jan. 3, 6 p.m., 4-6 gr.

To save theirworld, Percyand hisfriends mustfind thefabled andmagical

Golden Fleece. Embarking on atreacherous odyssey into the unchart-ed waters of the Sea of Monsters(known to humans as the BermudaTriangle), they battle terrifying crea-tures, an army of zombies, and theultimate evil. PG, 106 min. RegisterDec. 20.

Drop-In Play • Who Am I? • Concerts My Grownup & Me • Kids & Teens

Together Tots’ Night Out • Puppet ShowsParent/Child Workshop • Mother GooseAfter School Club • Picture Book Time

Families Read • Movies • Books & Babies

Children’sDepartment

S o u t h H u n t i n g t o n P u b l i c L i b r a r y145 Pidgeon Hill Road • Huntington Station, NY 11746-4511 • ( 631) 549-4411LIBRARY TRUSTEES: Stuart Horowitz, PRESIDENT John Eberhardt, VICE PRESIDENTPat Dillon, FINANCIAL CHAIRPERSON Stella Fox Eileen SullivanJoseph Latini, LIBRARY DIRECTOR Janet Scherer, ASSISTANT LIBRARY DIRECTORCathy Trotter, EDITOR Catherine Schmoller, ADULT PROGRAMMING & PUBLIC RELATIONSSally Nikolis, CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING Jennifer Griffing, YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMMING

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING: MONDAY, DECEMBER 16 AT 7 P.M.Web Address: http://shpl.info • E-mail Address: shpl@suffolk.lib.ny.us

HOURS - Mon, Tue, Thur, & Fri: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Wed: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Sat: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun: 1-5 p.m.

To register online: Parent and child must have valid South Huntington library cards. Goto shpl.info and click “Full Program Calendar.” Click on the desired program to readdetails and availability. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. (Wednesdays at 10 a.m.)

BAKING COACH: FAMILY GINGERBREAD HOUSEWed. Dec. 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. ORSun., Dec. 22, 2-4 p.m. Build your own Gingerbread House using cookie cut outs, royal icing and lots of candy. Every family takes home a completed Gingerbread House. (Recommended for children ages 3 and up. A fam-ily unit is limited to four members, including atleast one adult.) Register Dec. 4. Please registeronce per family and for one session only.

family programs

early childhood programs

school-age programs

preschool programs

PLANESSat., Dec. 14, 2 p.m.

Dusty is acropdustingplane withdreams ofcompetingas a high-

flying air racer. But Dusty's notexactly built for racing, and he hap-pens to be afraid of heights. So heturns to a seasoned naval aviatorwho helps Dusty qualify to take onthe defending champ of the race cir-cuit. PG, 91 mins.

SMURFS 2Sun., Dec. 29, 2 p.m.

The Smurfsteam upwith theirhumanfriends torescueSmurfette,

who has been kidnapped byGargamel because she knows asecret spell that can turn the evil sor-cerer's newest creation — creaturescalled the Naughties — into realSmurfs. PG, 105 mins.

K I D S F L I C K S(Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult)

SAVE THE DATE!PRESCHOOL FAIRWed., Jan. 8, 2014, 7-8:30 p.m.Representatives from local pre-schools will be available to shareinformation about their pro-grams. Parents of toddlers andpreschoolers are invited toattend. No registration necessary.