November 2011

Sachem Public library

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Sachem Public Library150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook, NY 11741631-588-5024 | www.sachemlibrary.org

Library TrusteesMarguerite Barone, PresidentDennis FlavinDiane LongoCarol Paulsen Bob Winowitch

Judith Willner, DirectorCarol Brand, Assistant Director

Hours:Monday–Friday 9:30am–9:00pmSaturday 9:30am–5:00pmSunday 12:00pm-5:00pmLibrary closed:Wednesday, November 23, 5:00pmThursday, November 24

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Classical Piano with Kate Boyd

Sunday, November 20 • 2:00pmDescribed by Gramophone Magazine as a pianist with a“strong lyrical bent and feeling for nuance,” Kate Boyd has performed as a soloist and as a guest artist withestablished chamber music ensembles throughout theUnited States and beyond. Her performances have alsobeen featured on NPR. The program will include Sonata in A Major by Franz Schubert, Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin, and a collection of works by Chopin.

Kerry Kearney BandSunday, November 13 • 2:00pmThe Kerry Kearney Band performs a brand

of music they call “Psychedelta,” anupbeat mix of American roots, blues, androck. The band has toured nationally withThe Allman Brothers and The Dickey BettsBand, and has shared the stage with such

notable performers as Sonny Landreth,Marcia Ball, Leon Russell, John Lee

Hooker, Jr., Lucinda Williams, and HotTuna. If you've been longing for music that will set your soul on fire, the Kerry

Kearney Band delivers.

Last of the Red Hot Lovers Sunday, November 6 • 2:00pmMiddle-aged, married, and overworked,Barry Cashman wants to join the sexualrevolution before itʼs too late. This Plaza Theatricals production of a classicNeil Simon comedy will have you rolling in the aisles!

Meet the Author: Julie KlamLove at First Bark:

How Saving a Dog Can Sometimes Help You Save Yourself Monday, November 28 • 7:00pm • Program code: SAAMTA11

In addition to three memoirs, Julie Klam has written for numerous publications including O: TheOprah Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar, Rolling Stone, Glamour, New York Times Magazine, and for the

VH1 television show Pop-Up Video, for which she received an Emmy nomination.You Had Me at Woof, her bestselling 2010 book now out in paperback, is thehumorous and tender story of a woman who learned life’s most valuable lessonsfrom her dogs. The newly released Love at First Bark shares the author’sexperiences as a canine rescuer, recounting the joys and sorrows that she and her family have shared in their efforts to rehabilitate and find nurturing homes for their charges. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Makes a greatgift for dog lovers!

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AdultsADULT REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Register for programs with fees beginning Thursday, November 3 online, by phone, or in person, at9:30am. Registration for all other adult programs is ongoing. When registering online for programs with fees, please make your non-refundablepayment at the Welcome Desk within 3 days of registering, or your reservation will be cancelled. Adult Sachem Library cardholders only.

The Orphan TrainMonday, November 14 • 7:00pm • Program code: SAATR11

In what is known today as the Orphan Train Movement, an estimated 200,000 orphaned, abandoned,and homeless children were moved by rail out of American cities between 1854 and 1929. Thoughsome children were exploited as cheap labor, most found new families and safe homes on the farmsand in the small towns of America. Tom Riley, the author of two books on the orphan trains, willdiscuss this fascinating but little-known chapter in American history.

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English ConversationsThursdays at 6:45pm and

Fridays at 10:00am Join this casual conversation group topractice your English. Learn new words andgain confidence in your speaking abilities.

English LessonsTuesdays at 10:30am andSaturdays at 11:00am

This ongoing class will help you improvebasic reading, writing, and conversationskills. Make friends and learn about othercultures while you learn English.

Spanish ConversationsMondays, 12:00pm-2:00pm

Improve your language skills! Practice yourconversational Spanish in an informalsetting with a native speaker. All levelswelcome. Esperamos verlos allí!

No registration required. Join anytime!

Meet the Filmmaker: Thomas Hoffman Brother Can You Spare a Dollar?Monday, November 21 • 7:00pm • Program code: SAAMTF11Long Island filmmaker Thomas Hoffman will introduce Brother, Can You Spare a Dollar, a nostalgic and poignant newdocumentary that compares the Great Depression to today’sGreat Recession. A Q&A will follow the film.

Bus Trip: New York City Holiday Magic The Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall

Friday, December 9 • 8:00am departureFee: $81–includes show and transportation • Program code: SAABTC12

Resident registration ONLINE ONLY: Wednesday, November 9 • 10:00am

Delight in New York’s holiday finest. Enjoy breathtaking choreography,elaborate costumes, stunning stage effects, and show-stoppingfavorites like Parade of the Wooden Soldiers and the Living Nativity.See the Rockettes perform dazzling dance routines, watch Santa flyhigh above the stage, and enjoy new holiday surprises. The showbegins at 11:00am. Departure from the city is 5:00pm.Minimum age 7 years; accompanied by an adult. Limit of two tickets perlibrary cardholder. PLEASE NOTE: Registered guest must also be librarycardholder. Due to the popularity of our bus trips, no out-of-districtresidents will be allowed. Payment must be made in person at the WelcomeDesk within 3 days of registering or your reservation will be automatically cancelled.

Museum AdventureThe holiday season is almost upon us! Don’t forget to book your Museum Adventure for some family fun. Experience art,history, science, and nature with a Museum Adventure Pass.Reserve your Museum Adventure online, by phone, or inperson at the Welcome Desk.

The ArtEncounter

Wednesdays – 11:00am-1:30pm Artist Tom De Gruyl leads this weeklygathering of art enthusiasts. Work inyour favorite medium, share ideas,and learn new techniques in arelaxed atmosphere. Bring yoursupplies and a work-in-progress orstart something new. Registration isnot required; all are welcome.

Dead Relatives ClubMonday, November 28 • 7:00pm

Caring for Your Family ArchivesLearn how to preserve your family papers,display and store photographs, and keepheirlooms safe from the elements.

Online Program Registration Made Easy Thursday, November 3 • 10:00am • Program code: SAAOPR

Learn how to register for library programs online. All you need is an Internet connected computer, a valid Sachem Public Library card, and a password.

Houses of the Gilded AgeMonday, November 7 • 7:00pm

Program code: SAAGL11Between 1880 and 1930, vast estates withglorious mansions were built all along the North Shore of Long Island. These homes weredesigned by the most prominent architects of the day for America’s newest millionaires,including the Astors, Vanderbilts, Whitneys,Phipps, and Goulds. Stony Brook architect GaryLawrance, co-author of Houses of the Hamptons,1880-1930, will discuss the history and currentstate of the great mansions of the Gold Coast,and the stories behind the people who built them.

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Crazy for CranberriesWednesday, November 2 • 6:00pm

Program code: SAAMJ11 • Fee: $5When it comes to Thanksgiving, cranberries are asAmerican as apple pie. In fact, cranberries were a stapleof Native Americans even before the first Thanksgiving in1621. Cookbook author Margaret M. Johnson will tell youwhy she’s “crazy for cranberries” in this fun-filled lecture,cooking demonstration, and tasting of sauces, chutneys,fruitcakes, and cranberry “surprises.”

SCORE Small Business Workshops:

How to Start Your Own Business,Parts I & II

Tuesday, November 8 & 15 • 7:00pmProgram code: SAASB11

A representative from SCORE will explain how to bring your business ideas to fruition in this two-session workshop for aspiring entrepreneurs.Topics will include: cultivating ideas, seekingfinancing, and obtaining legal and accountingadvice. There will be handouts, Q&A, and anopportunity to follow up at the local SCORE office.SCORE is a nonprofit association dedicated toencouraging the formation, growth, and success of small business nationwide through counselingand mentor programs.

Socrates Café Tuesday, November 15 • 7:00pm

Program code: SAASC11Exchange ideas with others while engaging in the Socratic practice ofquestioning. This monthly group is led by local resident Joan Logan. Stopby the Welcome Desk to pick up a short selection of readings on thediscussion topic: “What would you do if you won the lottery?” There areover 600 ongoing Socrates Café gatherings around the globe coordinatedby hundreds of dedicated volunteers who are deeply committed to makingours a more participatory and inclusive world.

POETRY: Verse in PersonTuesday, November 29 • 7:00pm • Program code: SAAVIP11

I feel a resurgence in creativity hungry to compose, hungry to perform ~ Chris Nicola

Each month a guest poet presents a reading after which the audience is encouraged to share originalworks at an open mic. Chris Nicola has been active in the arts scene since 2007, performing as amusician and composer of ambient music. He got his start in poetry in 2009 after attending areading. That same year, Chris and fellow poet Corvinus formed the collective Axiom Nexus to helpraise awareness of the arts. Chris writes prose and poetry of many varieties, including haiku andsenryu. Special thanks to Mankh, member of the Performance Poets Association, for hosting this series.

Pilates MatThursday, November 3, 10, 17 & December 1

10:00amProgram code: SAAPM11 • Fee: $20

Pilates is an all-over body workout that focuses onstrengthening the “powerhouse” muscles of the body: abdominals, lower back, hips, and buttocks. It improves flexibility, strength, and posture. Thisintroductory class will be taught by certified instructorMichele Ricciardi. Bring an exercise mat to class.

The Search for Life in the Universe

Wednesday, November 9 • 7:00pmProgram code: SAAAC11

Are we alone? Humankind has long speculated aboutthe possibility of life elsewhere in the universe. StonyBrook University Physics and Astronomy Professor Alan Calder will discuss the search for extraterrestriallife, and explain how our understanding of life on earth guides our search for life on other planets.

Seminars from the SeniorUmbrella Network

Home AccessibilityThursday, November 3 • 10:30am

Program code: SAASS11It’s important to adapt your home for easymobility as you age. Discover your optionsfor assessing your current living environment and find out how to keep your home safe

and accessible.

In-Home Care/CaregivingThursday, November 17 • 10:30am

Program code: SAASS112Learn about professionals in our communitywho can offer companionship, assistancewith activities of daily living, and otherservices you or your loved one may need

in order to remain in your home.

Hiking Long IslandWednesday, November 16

7:00pm • Program code: SAALM11Become acquainted with the beauty of LongIsland’s woods, fields, pine barrens, andbeaches with Lee McAllister, author of HikingLong Island. The slide show and lecture willencompass the geology, history, flora, fauna,and topographical features that make LongIsland a delightful place to hike in any season.

Accepting Life’sChanges

Saturday, November 1210:00am

Program code: SAAALC11Explore your feelings and developclosure. Whether you have lost a loved one, been forced out of a job, experienced a failedrelationship, are facing an empty nest, or managing agingparents, learn to put on the NEW you in this monthly sharingof experiences with RichardMurdocco, PhD, Stony BrookUniversity Medical Center. Pleasenote: Through December, thisprogram will be held on Saturdaymornings. Tuesday evenings will resume in 2012.

Flu Shots Tuesday, November 1 • 1:30pm-3:00pm

Nurses from the Suffolk County Department of Health Services will administer flu andpneumonia shots to persons over 18 years of age on a walk-in basis. Please check with the Welcome Desk to see if your insurance plan will be accepted in lieu of payment.Flu shot $37; Pneumonia shot $25.

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Assemblyman Al Graf, Library Director Judith Willner, and Head of Children’s Services Linda Overton congratulate children at the Library for their hard work in the NYS Assembly’s Summer Reading Challenge.

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Adults

BOOKDISCUSSIONSCopies of these books are available

at the Circulation Desk.

Nemesis by Philip RothWednesday,November 167:00pmIn 1944 Newark,devoted playgrounddirector BuckyCantor, sidelined

from the war due to poor eyesight,watches in horror as the city’s polioepidemic begins to ravage theneighborhood children.

The BreadGiversby Anzia YezierkaThursday,November 1712:00pmThis masterwork ofAmerican immigrantliterature is set in the

1920s on the Lower East Side ofManhattan. It tells the story of SaraSmolinsky, the youngest daughter ofan Orthodox rabbi, who rebelsagainst her father’s rigid conceptionof Jewish womanhood.

AMERICA’S BUILDING PROJECTSThis monthly series will continue

through June 2012.

A Clearing inthe Distance:Frederick LawOlmstead andAmerica in theNineteenthCenturyby WitoldRybczynski

Monday, November 28 • 3:00pmA chronicle of the fascinating life and career of landscape architectFrederick Law Olmstead, best knownas the creator of New York's CentralPark, shows the immense effect hisideas and actions had on Americanculture and history.

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Reel RebelsMarwencolTuesday, November 1 • 6:00pmA strange but mesmerizingdocumentary about oneman’s personal tragedy,this film raises poignantquestions about the natureof art and its potential forself-healing. Intriguing,informative, sometimescontroversial, but alwaysthought provoking, thismonthly series combines the best in filmand discussion. Directed by Jeff Malmberg.(UR-1:23) (3 hours)

Foreign Film Under the SandSaturday, November 12 • 2:00pmWhen her husband Jeangoes missing at the beach,Marie begins to mentallydisintegrate, and herdenial of hisdisappearance becomesdelusional. Directed byFrançois Ozon. StarringCharlotte Rampling,Bruno Cremer, andJacques Nolot. English and Frenchwith English subtitles. (1:35)

Wednesday Matinee Ladies in LavenderWednesday, November 9 • 1:30pm Set in picturesque coastalCornwall, the peaceful lifeof two aging sisters in pre-war England isshattered when they take in an injured youngPolish violinist they find on the beach. The town is suspicious of any outsiders, andthings only get worse when he befriends a young, attractive female visitor. Written and directed by Charles Dance. Starring Judi Dench, Maggie Smith, and Daniel Bruhl.Music performed by Joshua Bell. (2004,PG13-1:44)

THURSDAY MOVIESFor R-rated movies, those under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

TheConspiratorNovember 31:30 and 6:30pmMary Surratt is the lonefemale charged as a co-conspirator in theassassination trial ofAbraham Lincoln. As the whole nation turns

against her, she is forced to rely on herreluctant lawyer to uncover the truth and save her life. Directed by Robert Redford.Starring Robin Wright, James McAvoy, TomWilkinson, and Kevin Kline. (PG13-2:02)

Jane EyreNovember 101:30 and 6:30pmOrphan Jane Eyre securesa position as a governessto the ward of EdwardRochester, lord of anEnglish manor housewhose halls hide a darkand sinister secret.

Directed by Cary Fukunaga. Starring MiaWasikowska, Michael Fassbender, andJamie Bell. (PG13-2:00)

Bridesmaids November 171:30 and 6:30pmChosen as her bestfriend’s maid of honor,lovelorn and broke Annietries to bluff her waythrough the expensiveand bizarre rituals with an oddball cast ofbridesmaids. Directed

by Paul Feig. Starring Kristen Wiig, MayaRudolph, and Rose Byrne. (R-1:46)

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Mars NeedsMomsFriday, November 2511:00amA young boy gains a deeperappreciation for his momafter she is abducted by Martians. Animated.Directed by Simon Wells.

Starring Seth Green and Joan Cusack.(PG-1:28)

RioFriday, November 251:00pmWhen Blu, a domesticatedmacaw from small-townMinnesota, meets thefiercely independent Jewel, he takes off on anadventure to Rio de Janeirowith this bird of his dreams.

Animated. Directed by Carlos Saldanha.Starring Jesse Eisenberg, Anne Hathaway,and George Lopez. (G-1:36)

Holiday Matinées

GOT A KINDLE?Did you know that you can now download Library eBooks directly to your Kindle? From the Library’s homepage, click on “Live-brary Books & Music” and limit your search to “Kindle Book.”

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Express Yourself !Register for programs with fees beginning Thursday, October 20 online, by phone, or in person, at 9:30am. Registration for all other adult programs is ongoing. When registering online for programs with fees, please make your non-refundable payment at the Welcome Desk within 3 days of registering, or your reservation will be cancelled. Adult Sachem Library cardholders only.

Creative WatercolorMonday, November 7, 14, 21 & 28

(4 sessions) 10:00am-12:00pmProgram code: SAAMW11

Fee: $20 plus materials listDiscover the secrets of working inwatercolor. Instructor Mary Waka willshare basic techniques to help youcreate striking works of art.

Holiday OrnamentWednesday, November 9 • 6:30pm

Program code: SAACT11 • Fee: $8Create a festive holiday ornament with Cynthia Theofel. Cut and layerembossed patterns with specialstamps, and embellish with beads,baubles, and crystals.

Garden Thyme:Thanksgiving Centerpiece

Monday, November 14 • 7:00pmProgram code: SAAGT11 • Fee: $15

Carolyn Zambraski will show you how to bring the beauty of the outdoors toyour holiday table. Create a centerpieceusing the traditional symbols of theseason. Don’t forget to bring sharppruning shears.

Daisy Chain Beaded BraceletThursday, November 17 • 6:30pmProgram code: SAACJ11 • Fee: $12

Make a stunning, hand-woven daisybeaded bracelet with jewelry designerClaudine Jalalas.

Tree of Life AfghanTuesday, November 8 • 1:00pm

Program code: SAAMR11This project will take a couple ofmonths to complete and is for the moreadvanced knitter.

Knit & Crochet in the MorningTuesday, November 8 • 10:00amKnit & Crochet @ Night

Thursday, November 3 • 7:00pmLearn the basics of knitting and/orcrocheting, or ask for help with yourlatest special project. Drop by to meetinstructor Marion Reiter and enjoy thisinformal group. No registration required.

Genealogy Resources @Your LibrarySearching your roots has never been easier. The Library subscribes toa number of online genealogical databases to assist you, includingAncestryPlus, HeritageQuest, Fold3, and Suffolk HistoricNewspapers.

AncestryPlus has a full file of census images, military records,immigration records, the Social Security Death Index, many citydirectories, land records, tax lists, and ship passenger lists. Becauseof licensing restrictions, AncestryPlus is only available in the Library.

HeritageQuest Online has over 9,000 printed volumes of family andlocal history, all indexed and searchable, and is currently makingindexed images of census records available online. Fold3 providesconvenient access to US military records, including the stories,photos, and personal documents of the men and women who served.Suffolk Historic Newspapers provides online access to digitizedversions of 12 local newspapers, including obituaries, covering nearly100 years of Suffolk County history. All three of these resources canbe accessed remotely via the “Research Tools” link on the Library’sweb page.

For additional research on local families, the Local History Room atthe Library contains a number of books on the history of Long Island.

Need more assistance? Stay current with your research skills byattending our monthly Dead Relatives Club led by one of our expertlibrarians. See page 2 for details about this month’s meeting.

IN THE GALLERYHiding in Plain Sight:

Long Island’s Natural BeautyNature and Wildlife Photographers of Long Island(NWPLI) is a group committed to documenting our diverse natural environment via the medium of photography. Enjoy this fine art photography exhibit of Long Island’s natural beauty as capturedby the cameras of NWPLI members.

Artists’ ReceptionSaturday, November 5 • 1:00pm-3:00pm

Monarch by Diane Abell

DISPLAY CASEJames Stevens

Collector’s Corner: Gourd Art

Quilting Circle Tuesday, November 22 • 7:00pm

Love to quilt or want to learn how? This monthly gathering will provide quilting companionship and basic instruction in a friendly, supportive

environment. No registration required.

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Teens

Movie Madness for TeensBack to the FutureFriday, November 25 • 6:00pmThanksgiving may be over, but the weekend’s just begun! When teenagerMarty McFly is blasted to 1955 in the DeLorean time machine created bythe eccentric Doc Brown, he finds himself mixed up in a time-shatteringchain reaction that could vaporize his future, and leave him trapped inthe past. (1985, PG-13, 1:56 minutes)

After the movie, test your memory as you answer trivia questions andcompete for prizes. No registration required. Open to grades 6-12.

Registration for Teen programs begins on the third Friday of the preceding month. You may register online, by phone, or in person in Teen Services.Please have your library card ready when calling. When registering online, fees must be paid within three days.

V.O.S.T. (Voices of Sachem Teens)

Teens, need community service hours?

Friday, November 11 • 2:00pm-5:00pmDrop in for an hour on Veteran’s Day and

write a letter or card to cheer up our veterans. No registration required.

Monday, November 28 • 7:00pmProgram code: SAT272

Help put together small holiday packages for localnursing homes. Pre-registration is required. (1 hour)

One hour of community service will be awarded foreach of these programs. Special thanks to the teenvolunteers who helped make the Fall Festival such a

fantastic success!

Hey, Teens…Like us on Facebook!

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Teen Author Visit: Maggie Stiefvater

Friday, November 4 • 7:00pmTeen Services is thrilled to welcome New York Timesbestselling author Maggie Stiefvater, creator of thespellbinding werewolf trilogy Wolves of Mercy Falls (Shiver,Linger, and Forever) and the just-released fantasy novel TheScorpio Races. Don’t miss your chance to meet the author,find out how she brings her unforgettable characters to life,and purchase a signed copy of her books. Wrist bands willbe handed out at 6:00pm. Pre-registration is not required.(2 hours)

HELPING HANDSFOOD DRIVE

Remember the less fortunatemembers of our community this holiday season. Place non-perishable items in the designated containers in Teen Services and the lobby.

Friday, November 18 • 6:00pmJoin us at our 9th Annual Battle of the Bands! Support our young musicians as they compete for the spotlight. Finalists will be awarded prizes at the end of the evening. Tickets for this event are $2 and may be purchased in Teen Services beginning Tuesday, November 1. Tickets will also be available at the door. Bring a non-perishable food item to the Library’s holiday food drive to receive a free ticket. The Battle is limited to ten bands. Interested bandsmust register between October 21 and November 4.

Breaking DawnPillow for Teens

Friday, November 11 • 7:00pmProgram code: SAT338

Celebrate the release of the new BreakingDawn movie by making a special pillow,complete with the wedding scene. Allmaterials will be provided. (1 hour)

Pre-Licensing CourseSaturday, November 129:30am-2:00pm • Fee: $40

Are you ready to take your road test? Thisfive-hour class fulfills Department of MotorVehicles requirements and puts you on theroad to becoming a licensed driver. Walk-insare welcome with cash payment only.Remember to bring your learner’s permit!

Teen Anime NightThursday, November 10 • 7:00pm

Program code: SAT109Konichiwa! Anime fanatics, this club’s for you. Where else canyou meet with other fans to watch the best anime movies andplay anime-themed games? (90 minutes)

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Game NightFriday, November 25 • 7:00pm

Grades 3 to 5No registration required. (90 minutes)

Shots for Tots Tuesday, November 22 3:00pm to 6:30pm, Room CNo registration required. For more information, call:

Child Health Immunization Program Hotline: 631-853-8496

Fall U-Pick FlyersFall is here, and that meansthere’s plenty of produce ripe forthe pickin’ at local area farms.Take home our U-Pick flyer for alisting of local farms that providethat fresh-picked experience!

Harvest HappeningsFlyers

Autumn is a beautiful time onLong Island with many specialevents planned around theharvest. Grab our HarvestHappenings flyer for local eventsthat will be fun for the whole family!

ChildrenFall Reading Club 2011 – UPDATE!

Children in Kindergarten to Grade 5Return your reading logs by November 5 to get your invitation to the finale show where you’ll receive a certificate and prize.

DROP IN FOR FUN!No registration is required, though audiencesize is limited. Tickets will be available one half hour before the start of the program on afirst-come, first-served basis. Materials for theseprograms are appropriate for children 3-5years old; however, all are welcome to attend.

Little ListenersTuesday, November 1 • 10:00amFriday, November 11 • 10:00am

(30 minutes)

Fall Family Fun NightsWednesdays,

November 2, 16 and 30 • 6:30pm(30 to 45 minutes)

Saturday StorycraftsSaturday, November 5 • 10:30am

(30 to 45 minutes)

Saturday Family MovieShrek: Forever After

Saturday, November 19 • 2:00pmShrek has been trickedby the smooth-talkingRumpelstiltskin. NowShrek must undo all ofRumpelstiltskin'smischief in the hopesof saving his friends,restoring his world,and reclaiming Fionaand his family. (2010,PG – 1:33)

Turkey CenterpieceAges 3 to 5 with caregiver

Wednesday, November 23 • 10:30am or 1:00pmProgram code: SAJ503

Celebrate Thanksgiving with rhymes and stories about ourfeathered friends. Create an adorable centerpiece usingyour handprint, brown paper bags, and pipe cleaners.Siblings allowed if registered. (45 minutes) Registrationfor this program begins Thursday, November 3 at 9:30amby telephone or online.

Gobbles the TurkeyGrades K to 3 without caregiver

Saturday, November 19 • 10:00am or 11:30amProgram code: SAJ504

Perfect for any door, this turkey wreath will be fun to look atand even more fun to make, using colorful foam and agrapevine-wrapped wreath as a nest. No siblings. (60 minutes) Registration for this program begins Thursday,November 3 at 9:30am by telephone or online.

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BOOK TIME WITH A DOGGrades 1 to 5

20-minute appointments most Thursday evenings from 6:00pm-8:00pm

Program code: SAJ311These positive and supportive sessionsare especially helpful to children who arestruggling to read. Pick your favorite bookand your favorite certified therapy dog andpractice reading in a fun environment.Children may book two 20-minuteappointments over a six-week period.Registration is ongoing. You may registerby phone, in person, and now ONLINE!

Parenting ProgramChild Saver

Infant/Child CPR WorkshopTuesday, November 15 • 6:00pm

Program code: SAJ417Seconds count when your child stops breathing or beginsto choke. Do you know what to do? Lori Green, certifiedRN, will provide training for parents on infant/child CPR and the Heimlich maneuver. Certification will be given upon completion of this workshop. Priority will be given topatrons who did not attend this program last year. Adultsonly. (2 ½ hours) Registration begins Tuesday, November 1at 9:30am by telephone or online.

National Game Day @ Your LibrarySaturday, November 12 • 1:00pm-4:00pm

Children of all ages and their familiesJoin us on National Game Day @ Your Library, an event celebrated at thousands of libraries across the country. Stop in any timethroughout the afternoon. Bring your family, friends, and appreciationfor old-fashioned family fun. Use our games, or bring your own. No registration required.

Apple StrudelGrades 2 to 5 without

caregiverTuesday, November 22

5:30pm or 7:00pmProgram code: SAJ512

Help out with theThanksgiving meal bymaking an apple strudelfrom scratch. Add all theingredients, mix themtogether, and bring yourstrudel home ready tobake. No siblings. (60minutes) Registration forthis programs beginsThursday, November 10 at 9:30am by telephoneor online.

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Holiday ClosingsWednesday, November 23: Library closes at 5:00pmThursday, November 24: Happy Thanksgiving!

Free Blood Pressure TestingThursday, November 3 12:00pm–1:30pm

Library TourFriday, November 4 • 11:00amCall for appointment

Writers WorkshopTuesday, November 86:45pm–8:45pm

General ElectionTuesday, November 8 • 6:00am-9:00pm

Friends of Sachem Library MeetingThursday, November 1010:30am-12:30pm

Library Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, November 21 • 7:00pm

Health Care CounselingTuesday, November 22Call for appointment

Notary Public Services Mondays: 10:00am–12:00pmWednesdays and Fridays: 2:00pm–4:00pm

Arthritis Exercise Call for information

Career CounselingCall to schedule an appointment

Defensive DrivingCall for availability

Tai Chi ClassesCall for information

LIRR to New York CitySaturday, November 26$10 round trip (non-refundable) Leaveas a group at 9:40am out of RonkonkomaStation. Register by TUESDAY, November 22 at the Welcome Desk.

Senior AdvocateThursday, December 152:30pm–4:30pm (every other month)

November Monthly Programs and Services

TECH 30Technical Help in 30 Minutes

If you are stumped by something on the computer,call our Technology Center at 588-5024 to

schedule a personalized 30-minute session withone of our tech-savvy staff.

INTRODUCTORY

Beginning Word 2010Wednesdays, November 9 and 16 • 6:00pmProgram code: SAEBMWWord 2010 basics for beginners. (4 hours; two two-hour classes) Prerequisite: DomesticateYour Mouse

Domesticate Your MouseThursday, November 10 • 12:00pm Program code: SAEDYMNo experience with computers? Take this classfirst. If you already have mouse experience andwish to bypass this session, take our onlinemouse test at:http://www.sachemlibrary.org/pages/tech_tips.aspxPrerequisite: No previous experience is necessary

Internet for BeginnersTuesday, November 15 • 10:30amProgram code: SAEIFBBeginners learn the very basics of the Internet. Learn Internet history, terminology,and introductory techniques. Prerequisite: Domesticate Your Mouse

Introduction to Mavis Beacon Teaches TypingTuesday, November 15 • 1:00pmProgram code: SAEIMBTTNever learned to type? Get started with MavisBeacon’s training program and take typinglessons at your own pace. Prerequisite: Domesticate Your Mouse

Keyboard ConfidenceThursday, November 17 • 12:00pmProgram code: SAEKCNot a typing class, this session is anintroduction to unfamiliar computer keys. Prerequisite: Domesticate Your Mouse

INTERMEDIATE

Word 2010: Format a DocumentTuesday, November 22 • 10:30amProgram code: SAEWFD10Learn how to change defaults to customize the look of your Word 2010 documents.Prerequisite: Beginning Word 2010

ADVANCED

Word 2010: Creating Business DocumentsTuesday, November 8 • 10:30amProgram code: SAEMWBDAnother in a series of Office 2010 back-to-work skills sessions: practice creating memos,letters, reports, and cover letters.Prerequisite: Word 2010: Format a Document

Word 2010: Clip Art, part 2Wednesday, November 23 • 10:30amProgram code: SAEMWCA2Expand your clip art skills with borders, fill,contrast, brightness, cropping, word art, textboxes, and kerning.Prerequisite: Word 2010: Introduction to Clip Art

Word 2010: Text Formatting and StylesTuesday, November 29 • 10:30amProgram code: SAEMWTFSAfter you type your document, make iteffective, chic, and precise with font changesand shortcuts. Prerequisite: Word 2010: Formata Document

Intermediate PowerPoint 2010Wednesday, November 30 • 6:00pmProgram code: SAEIPP10Build new features onto your basic PowerPointslide show. Learn how to add sounds, music,and videos. Refine your pictures and images.Control your animations, and create a timedpresentation. Prerequisite: Beginning PowerPoint2010 (If you have not taken this class with us, callthe instructor for permission to waive thisprerequisite)

SPECIAL

Introduction to WindowsSaturday, November 19 • 2:00pmProgram code: SAEIWLearn how to get the most out of your PC. Thistwo-session workshop is an introduction toWindows. It will emphasize the new operatingsystem Windows 7, but will also be helpful toWindows XP users. Prerequisites: DomesticateYour Mouse or Computers for Beginners

COMPUTER SERVICESRegister online, in person, or by phone at 588-5024, ext. 232, beginning Tuesday, October 25 at 9:30am. Classes are for district residents only. Seating is limited. All sessions are two hours, unless otherwise noted. Prerequisites are required for most programs; if you feel that you have met them, call the Technology Center for permission to waive the prerequisites. If you wish, you may try one of our online tests to bypass either the Domesticate Your Mouse or Beginning Microsoft Word sessions at: http://www.sachemlibrary.org/pages/tech_tips.aspx

The Library Café

Relax in our cozy fireplace lounge whereyou can enjoy a snack,

a beverage, or a visit with friends.

Happy Thanksgiving!