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JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2010 Memorial Library reeport F Vol. 12, No. 1 [1] Mississippi Burning- the Film Introduction: Philip Harwood, noted lm historian.

Discussion Leader: Denton L. Watson, Professor of African American Studies SUNY Old Westbury and author of the de nitive biography of Clarence Mitchell, Jr. SUNDAY, JANUARY 17, 2 p.m.

The gripping story of the investigation into the 1964 deaths of three civil rights workers. A discussion led by Professor Denton L. Watson will follow the showing of the lm.

Rated R; 127 min.; 1988. During the months of January and February the Library will offer many programs honoring the memory of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and celebrating the contribution of African Americans to the history of our country.

Some of these programs are found on the current page, others are found throughout the newsletter. The Library will be closed on Monday, January 18, in honor of Dr. King.

Donal Leace SUNDAY, JANUARY 10, 2:30 p.m. Known for his extraordinary voice, Mr. Leace is an engaging performer who mixes soul, pop, and jazz with a dash of humor.

He has performed with such artists as Muddy Waters, Judy Collins, and Roberta Flack among others. Mr. Leace has been a featured performer at the ... more. less.

cNew Year 9s Eve Concert for Peace d at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. A Fulbright scholar, he has served as chair of the theater department of the Duke Ellington School of the Arts in Washington, D.C. The Works of Derek Walcott presented by Julien Leotaud THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2:30 p.m. Derek Alton Walcott, Caribbean poet, playwright, writer, won the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1992. His work explores the symbolism of myth and its relationship to culture. He is best known for his epic poem Omeros , a reworking of the Homeric story and into a journey around the Caribbean and beyond. King in Chicago FRIDAY, JANUARY 15, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. This lm documents Martin Luther King 9s confrontation with northern racism and poverty as part of the Chicago Freedom Movement in 1966. Hear candid interviews, view period photos, and listen to stirring traditional music by Rutha Harris. Not rated; 57 min.; 2009 . Music and Bus Trip [2] Tribute to Martin Luther King and the Civil Rights Movement performed by Janie Stockhamer and Kerma Gerz SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2:30 p.m. The civil rights movement was driven by songs, marches, sit-ins, and boycotts. Janie Stockhamer and Kerma Gerza present a vivid portrait in poetry and song of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the civil rights movement. Opera Video and Discussion presented by William Coble THURSDAYS, 1 p.m. Die Entführung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio) by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart JANUARY 21 In this three-act comedic opera set in Turkey, the hero Belmonte, assisted by his servant Pedrillo, attempts to rescue his beloved Konstanze and her maid from the seraglio (harem) of Pasha Selim. Die Dreigroschenoper (The Threepenny Opera) by Kurt Weill FEBRUARY 18 The libretto from this piece, based on The Beggar 9s Opera (1728) by John Gay, was updated by Bertolt Brecht. Musical Manners and Mores of the Nineteenth Century with Linda Pratt and Frank Hendricks SUNDAY, JANUARY 3, 2:30 p.m. Linda Pratt and Frank Hendricks have interpreted the music of the 1800s at Nassau County museum sites for many years. They will perform a medley of popular songs and parlor music from nineteenth century America. Gershwin 9s Jazz presented by the Paul Joseph Quartet SUNDAY, JANUARY 24, 2:30 p.m. Come and enjoy an afternoon of instrumental jazz renditions of classics such as cI Got Rhythm, d cSummertime, d and cEmbraceable You. d An Afternoon of Music by Long Island Composers SUNDAY, JANUARY 31, 2:30 p.m The Long Island Composers Alliance will present an intriguing concert of new violin and piano solos by performers who currently live and/or work on Long Island. BUS TRIP: Harlem Highlights THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 COST: $83 per person BUS LEAVES: 9:15 a.m. from the Freeport Recreation Center, 130 East Merrick Rd., Freeport BUS RETURNS: approximately 5:45 p.m. We will tour the famous Apollo Theater and learn about the legendary people who performed there. We will then lunch at Sylvia 9s Restaurant, and afterwards we 9ll visit the Studio Museum in Harlem, known for its collection of African American art. The cost of the trip is all-inclusive. Freeport residents may purchase tickets in the lobby starting Tuesday, January 5; nonresidents, Tuesday, January 12. Adlib Steel Drum Orchestra SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2:30 p.m. This 16-piece steel drum orchestra is Long Island 9s premier steel band composed of youth from Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens counties. They will delight your senses with the sounds of Caribbean music. In Memoriam of Denise Broadhurst [3] Art EXHIBITS Metal Transformations by April S. Marius JANUARY 2 - 30 April Marius, a native of Freeport, Long Island is a noted artist and designer who has exhibited her work nationally in galleries and juried shows. She began working with metal when her husband brought home a used transformer. Ms. Marius began to take each segment apart bit by bit and found more possibilities lying within each piece. 3D Acrylic Paintings by Herb Jurist During the month of January Herb Jurist uses natural materials such as shells, stone, and driftwood as his canvas, on which he paints scenes re ecting his love of the beach. Mr. Jurist is a resident of Freeport. Slavery in New York presented by the New York Historical Society FEBRUARY 1 - 28 The New York Historical Society 9s landmark exhibition Slavery in New York opened to acclaim in 2005. Until then, no museum had told the full story of slavery in New York from its early seventeenth century roots through the aftermath of the Civil War. View this unprecedented exploration into slavery and its impact on the people, landscape, institutions, and economy of New York City, New York State, and the nation. LECTURE Andrew Wyeth: Journey into Reality by Louis Cella Caruso, art historian WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 10:30 a.m. Andrew Wyeth, one of America 9s most distinguished artists, died in January 2009. Over his long career, he was celebrated as a champion of realism. This lecture will provide a glimpse into Wyeth 9s watercolor paintings and meticulous egg temperas. Literature Talking about Literature FRIDAYS, noon to 1:30 p.m. Bring your lunch and join us for a lively discussion. We provide a beverage and a dessert. Books are available at the Circulation Desk four weeks in advance. No registration required. Jasmine by Bharati Mukherjee Leader: Dave Opatow JANUARY 8 Jasmine is guided by a keen and resolute will when she leaves India. The force of her desires propels her explosively into a larger, more dangerous, and ultimately more life-giving world. Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Leader: Prof. Lynda Day FEBRUARY 5 This story re-creates the struggle of the Igbo people to establish an independent nation. It follows the intertwined lives of the characters through a military coup, the Biafran secession from Nigeria, and the resulting Nigerian-Biafran war. Grupo de Conversación de Libros Latinos Tan veloz como el deseo por Laura Esquivel JUEVES, 28 de ENERO, a las 7 p.m. Nacido con la curiosa habilidad de entender los mensajes ocultos en los sentimientos humanos, Don Júbilo se convierte en un traductor que ayuda a otros a solucionar problemas de comunicación en sus relaciones. La señora Esquivel nos muestra con cariño, estilo y humor como el mantener secretos nos llevara a ser infelices y como la comunicación es la llave para alcanzar el amor. Literature (cont.) [4] Great Books: First Reading Series with William Coble TUESDAYS, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. The Apology by Plato JANUARY 12 Plato 9s account of the speech given by Socrates in defense of charges that he ccorrupts the young, refuses to worship the gods, and creates new deities. d Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad FEBRUARY 9 Charlie Marlow recounts his adventure in the Congo to a group of men aboard a ship anchored in the Thames Estuary. The book explores the duality of human nature and the recurring theme of brutality in the history of humankind. Video Courses presented by William Coble TUESDAYS, 1 p.m. Founding Fathers They were legendary and respected politicians, statesmen, and warriors. Some of them were also traitors, smugglers, unfaithful husbands, and prodigious drinkers. This video provides a fascinating glimpse of the complex personalities of our founding fathers. JANUARY 5 Part 2 John Adams This HBO miniseries depicts the extraordinary life and times of one of America 9s least understood and most underestimated presidents. JANUARY 19 Parts 1 and 2 JANUARY 26 Parts 3 and 4 FEBRUARY 2 Parts 5 and 6 FEBRUARY 16 Part 7 and extras The Adams Chronicles This Emmy-nominated miniseries focuses on the life and political dynasty of John Adams, the second president of the United States. Members of his family would become statesmen, historians, and diplomats. His son, John Quincy Adams, became the sixth president of the United States. FEBRUARY 23 Parts 1 and 2 MARCH 2 Parts 3 and 4 Oprah Book Club Say You 9re One of Them by Uwem Akpan Leader: John Zalusk i SATURDAY, JANUARY 16, 2:30 to 4 p.m. Akpan, a Nigerian-born Jesuit priest, transports the reader into gritty scenes of chaos and fear in his rich debut collection of stories set in war-torn Africa. Soul with Heart Book Club WEDNESDAYS, 7 to 8:30 p.m. The Help by Kathryn Stockett JANUARY 13 A budding social activist collects stories of black women who were trusted to raise white children but not to polish the household silver at the beginning of the civil rights movement in 1962. Bicycles by Nikki Giovanni FEBRUARY 17 Nikki Giovanni celebrates her sixty ve years with sixty ve poems and expresses her thoughts on the manifestations of love. Something for Every one [5] Computer Corner Computer Classes for Grownups presented by Western Suffolk BOCES BOCES will present the following series of hands-on, beginner-level workshops for novice users. Registration is limited to 24 participants. Freeport residents may register at the Reference Desk anytime; nonresidents, beginning Tuesday, January 12. Computer Fourth Grade SATURDAY, JANUARY 23, 10 a.m. Provides an introduction to creating spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. Computer Fifth Grade SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 10 a.m. Learn how to save your work to a 3½ inch oppy disk, and other types of external storage devices. Social Media Marketing: Finding a Job Using Twitter, MySpace, and Facebook with June Stoyer of Of ce Coaches, Inc. THURSDAY, JANUARY 7, 7 p.m. Ms. Stoyer will explain what social media marketing is and how it works. It can be used for nding a job, doing home repairs, promoting a fundraiser, or building your business. Attendees will also learn how to set up an actual account and how to network effectively. Clases de Computación para Adultos presentado por BOCES de Western Suffolk BOCES presentará una serie de talleres prácticos para principiantes en el uso de computadoras. La inscripción, está limitada a 24 participantes. Los residentes de Freeport, pueden inscribirse en el Escritorio de Referencia en cualquier tiempo; las personas que no son residentes de Freeport, a partir del martes, 12 de enero. El Grado Cuarto SABADO, 30 DE ENERO 10 a.m. a mediodía Esta clase de dos horas proporciona una introducción a crear las hojas de cálculo en Microsoft Sobresalen. El Grado Quinto SABADO, 13 DE FEBRERO 10 a.m. a mediodía Aprenda cómo guardar su trabajo a un disco exible de 3½ pulgadas y otros tipos de almacenamiento externo disponibles para su computadora. Driving Courses A waiting list is kept at the Reference Desk for those wishing to enroll in either the AARP or Defensive Driving courses. Freeport residents can sign up anytime during the months of January and February . If space remains, others may register as indicated below. Enrollment is limited. Payment is due at registration. One check or money order per person. No cash please . AARP Mature Drivers Course WEDNESDAYS, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. JANUARY 6 or FEBRUARY 3 Cost: $12 for AARP members; $14 for nonmembers make check or money order payable to AARP. Nonresidents may register for the January 6 class starting December 29. Nonresidents may register for the February 3 class starting January 26. Defensive Driving (for everyone) SATURDAYS, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. JANUARY 16 or FEBRUARY 20 Cost: $30 by check or money order, payable to Freeport Consulting Group, Inc. Nonresidents may register for the January 16 class starting January 7. Nonresidents may register for the February 20 class starting February 11. Current Events in Perspective with Michael D 9Innocenzo-Libresco, of Hofstra University WEDNESDAYS, 1 p.m. JANUARY 13 and FEBRUARY 10 Professor D 9Innocenzo-Libresco will offer his insightful perspective on the people and events that shape our world today. He most recently won the American Historical Association 9s Distinguished Teaching Award. Audience participation is encouraged. This series is made possible by a generous grant from the Dr. Rudolph and Mildred Joseph Foundation. News, Notables, and the Nation with Howard J. Shurdut THURSDAYS, 2:30 p.m. JANUARY 21 and FEBRUARY 18 Harvard graduate and world traveler Howard Shurdut will explore the events and the movers and shakers shaping our world today. He will offer his opinion and insights for audience debate. Something for Everyone (cont.) [6] Freeport Cinema FRIDAYS, 3 and 7 p.m. Duplicity JANUARY 29 CIA of cer Claire Stenwick and MI6 agent Ray Koval are two spies-turned-corporate operatives having a clandestine love affair. They have turned their mission into a high stakes espionage game in which they are attempting to secure a product that corporations would do anything to patent. Rated PG-13; 125 min.; 2009. A Very Long Engagement FEBRUARY 26 A group of ve desperate men are rumored to have shot themselves in order to escape the horrifying frontlines of World War I. A court-martial ensues, and they are assigned to no man 9s land, to be killed by the enemy. Mathilde, the anceé of one of the men, tries to discover the truth of her lover 9s fate. Rated R; 134 min.; 2004 . Lunch and Travel FRIDAYS, noon Travel to the Nation 9s Capitol presented by Rebecca Kopcienski FRIDAY, JANUARY 22 Travel with social studies teacher and travel enthusiast Rebecca Kopcienski on an informative tour through Washington, D.C. Learn about the best sites to see, when to go, where to stay, and how to meet your congressional representative and other of cials. Italy presented by Laurie Campbell FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Travel to the classical city of Rome, the area around Naples and Pompeii and the famed Amal coast. Then visit the Aeolian Islands for an exciting climb up the active Stromboli volcano. Included in this trip are visits to Alberobello, Venice, the Dolomite, and Tuscany region. Independent Film & Discussion Series Leader: Librarian John Bosco Cheri TUESDAY, JANUARY 19, 7 p.m. During the belle epoque in Paris, a scandalous romp is underfoot. This sensational tale begins as the ravishing Lea contemplates retirement from her role as Paris 9s most envied seductress to the rich and famous. Rated R; 100 min.; 2009 . Adoration WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 7 p.m. Sabine, a high school French teacher, gives her class a translation exercise based on a real news story about a terrorist who plants a bomb in his girlfriend 9s airline luggage. One of her students, Simon, imagines that the story is a retelling of a tragedy in his own family. The truth about Simon 9s family emerges, a mystery is solved, and a new family is formed. Rated R; 100 min.; 2009 . Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Volunteers from the Town of Hempstead will prepare income tax returns at the Library free of charge. Bring copies of last year 9s federal and state returns, instruction booklet with label, all 1099s, W-2 forms, and property tax bills. This is a free service, however, it is not available for those with involved nances or those who own a business. Volunteers cannot prepare time-consuming returns. MONDAYS, FEBRUARY 8 (No VITA on Presidents Day, February 15) FEBRUARY 22 - APRIL 12, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. TUESDAYS, FEBRUARY 9 - APRIL 13, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Volunteers will help prepare 2009 income tax returns on a rst-come, rst-served basis. Please note that all dates and times are subject to change. VITA is a volunteer program. At this time we do not know how many (if any) volunteers will be available. Look for a yer in late January to con rm dates and times. Something for Everyone (cont.) [7] Interview Workshop conducted by Barbara Spinelli Career Counselor THURSDAY, JANUARY 14, 7 p.m. Ms. Spinelli, Career Counselor at the Freeport Memorial Library will focus on topics such as: preparation for the interview, questions to ask that will impress prospective employers, and how to write an effective thank you letter. How to Pay Less Taxes: IRS Secrets Revealed conducted by Barry Lisak THURSDAY, JANUARY 21, 7 p.m. Mr. Lisak, an IRS agent, will suggest ways to reduce your federal and NYS taxes. Topics will include education, retirement, home ownership, charitable, medical, investment, employee, and miscellaneous deductions. The new 2009 tax laws will be highlighted. Each participant will receive a free booklet, IRS Secrets Revealed . Job Fair presented by the New York State Department of Labor and Hempstead Works MONDAY, JANUARY 25, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Freeport Memorial Library is holding a three hour job fair. Company representatives from sectors such as health care and law enforcement will be available to answer your questions. Please dress professionally and bring copies of your current résumé. Résumé Rescue and the Art of the Interview with June Stoyer of Of ce Coaches, Inc. MONDAY, JANUARY 25, 7 p.m. Learn what you should do in order to get hired, such as how to write your cover letter and a résumé or CV. New trends in online searches, social media marketing, and how to respond to tough interview questions will also be discussed. Participants may bring their résumé for a mock interview afterward. Core Four Business Planning presented by Community Development Corporation TUESDAYS, 6 to 9 p.m. FEBRUARY 2, 9, 16, and 23 COST: $40 This four-session, 12-hour course will help entrepreneurs understand how to set up a business. The course provides planning concepts and tools to help existing and potential business owners determine the viability of their businesses. For more information and to register, please phone (631) 471-1215 and ask for Core Four. Wii Senior Bowl WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 10:30 a.m. Let 9s bowl! Join us for our rst Wii Senior Bowling Tournament. Have fun while exercising with this popular gaming system. Círculos de la Conversación/ Conversation Circles (Intermedio/Intermediate) Líderes/Leaders: Mary Robinson and John Zaluski LOS LUNES/MONDAYS, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. ENERO/JANUARY 4 & FEBRERO/FEBRUARY 1 La Biblioteca Conmemorativa de Freeport continuará el programa popular para ayudar a las personas que hablan Español, a mejorar sus habilidades conversacionales en inglés, y las personas que hablan inglés, a mejorar sus habilidades conversacionales en español. Los participantes alternaran conversaciones en inglés y luego en Español por intercambios de 15- minutos. No hay maestro ni instrucción requisados para estas sesiones. También se proveerá refrigerios ligeros. Freeport Memorial Library is bringing back its popular program to help native Spanish speakers improve their English conversation skills and help native English speakers improve their Spanish conversation skills. Participants alternate speaking in English, then in Spanish, in 15-minute intervals. There is no teacher or instruction provided during these sessions. Light refreshments are available. Are You an Entrepreneur? presented by Community Development Corporation MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 7 to 9 p.m. This free, introductory business-planning course is open to current and prospective small-business owners. The process of developing a business plan for a successful, cash-healthy, and well-managed business will be discussed. Tots to Tweens Please see the Children 9s Room yer for a complete listing of programs. Registration is necessary for all programs. [8] Sprouting Wings: Yoga for Kids presented by Julie Weiss SATURDAYS, FEBRUARY 6, 13, 20, and 27 10 to 10:30 a.m. for pre-K and K 10:45 to 11:30 a.m. for grades 1-4 Bring a towel or mat, and join us for a relaxing creative approach to traditional yoga. Listen to some terri c stories, and enjoy a mix of yoga postures and music. Remember to wear loose comfortable clothing. Freedom Quilts presented by the Long Island Children 9s Museum TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 11 a.m. to noon Discover the stories that quilts told in the days of the Underground Railroad. Before the Civil War, quilt patterns and symbols communicated messages that helped runaway slaves on their journey north. Learn to cread d quilts and use mathematical grids and shapes to design a quilt that tells your own personal story. American Karaoke Idol TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Have you ever been told that you could be the next Ne-Yo or Rihanna? Or do you just like to sing? Come show us what you 9ve got! For grades 5 and 6. Celebrate the Chinese New Year with an Origami Craft presented by MaryAnn Scheblein-Dawson TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Come learn the art of paper folding, and create your own decorations to celebrate the Chinese New Year. For grades K-3. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration. Pizzeria Favorites presented by Kitchen Coaches WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2 to 3 p.m. Learn how to make some of your pizzeria favorites such as garlic knots, pepperoni wheels, and calzones from scratch. For grades 5 and 6. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration. Adventures in Air presented by Mad Science of Long Island WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Learn how air has the power both to move things and to slow them down. Experiment with a variety of items that rely on air to help them move, and put together your own airplane. For pre-K and K. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration. Under Pressure! What 9s Up with Air? presented by Mad Science of Long Island WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 7:30 to 8:15 p.m. Take a look at Newton 9s theory, the science behind aerodynamics, and the properties of air under pressure. Levitate ping-pong balls, use a vortex generator to create air pockets with a punch. Then take home the infamous Mad Science Air Drive Rocket. For grades 1-4. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration. Pancakes in Pajamas! presented by the Baking Coach THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 10 to 10:45 a.m. Hungry chefs are welcome to come to the Library in their pajamas to make and eat delicious pancakes together. For grades pre-K and K. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration. All-American Apple Crisp presented by the Baking Coach THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 11 a.m. to noon The Baking Coach knows the secrets to the best apple crisp in the United States. Discover what they are so you can make this special treat at home too. For grades 1-4. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration. Tween Movie Day FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 4 to 6 p.m. Sit back and relax while we watch a movie. We will select three movies from which you can vote for your favorite. The winning movie will be shown. Please vote between January 2 and 30 in the Children 9s Room. For grades 5 and 6. Teens [9] Please see the Teen Scene yer for a complete listing of programs. Registration is necessary for all programs. For grades 7-12. Pizzeria Favorites presented by Kitchen Coaches WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. Learn how to make some of your pizzeria favorites such as garlic knots, pepperoni wheels, and calzones from scratch. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration. Wii Party SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2 to 4 p.m. Do you like playing Wii? Join us to play some of your favorite Wii games, like Super Smash Brothers and Super Mario Party 8. S.A.T. Workshop SATURDAYS, 12 to 2 p.m. MARCH 6, 13, 20, 27; APRIL 3 and 10 Get ready for the SATs. This workshop will focus on both the math and verbal sections of the exam. An $80 nonrefundable fee is due at time of registration. Please make check or money order payable to Melissa Bielawski. Registration is limited. Video Games You can now borrow video games from the Children 9s Room at the Library. All of the games are rated E (for everyone) or E 10+ and can be reserved. Following are the systems and some of the games that we currently carry for each: Wii Disney Princess: Enchanted Journey FIFA 10 Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince JumpStart Pet Rescue Lego Star Wars: the Complete Saga Little League World Series Baseball 2009 Madden NFL 10 Major League Baseball 2K9 Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games Nascar Cart Racing Super Mario Galaxy Xbox 360 Bionicle Heroes FIFA 10 Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Ice Age Dawn of the Dinosaurs Lego Star Wars: The Complete Saga Madden NFL 10 Major League Baseball 2K9 NBA Live 09 Need for Speed: Shift NHL 10 Ratatouille PlayStation 3 Bakugan Battle Brawlers FIFA 10 Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs Katamari Forever Lego Star Wars: the Complete Saga Little Big Planet Madden NFL 10 Major League Baseball 2K9 NBA Live 09 Need for Speed: Shift Sonic Unleashed Nintendo DS Bakugan Battle Brawlers Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games MySims Agents Super Mario Bros. We have also purchased the Wii game system in order to provide programs for both children and adults. Library News Live Homework Help from tutor.com Connect to an online tutor and get your homework done with Live Homework Help, a tutoring service powered by tutor.com. This free service, available in English or Spanish, connects students from kindergarten to 12th grade with experts in math, science, social studies, and English. Introductory college courses and adult learners have just been added. Available from 2 to 10 p.m., seven days a week. To access, go to www.freeportlibrary.info. Three New Museum Passes! The Freeport Memorial Library has added three new museums to our museum passbook: Garvies Point Museum and Preserve, Long Island Children 9s Museum, and Nassau County Fire ghter Museum, and Education Center. To reserve the passes, call the Children 9s Room at 516-379-3274, ext. 501. FREEPORT MEMORIAL LIBRARY Calendar of Events JANUARY 2010 Organizations & Group Meetings JANUARY 2010 LIBRARY PROGRAMS [10] SUN 3 MUSICAL MANNERS AND MORES OF THE 19TH CENTURY, 2:30 P.M. MON 4 CONVERSATION CIRLES, 6:30 P.M. TUE 5 VIDEO COURSE, 1 P.M. WED 6 AARP MATURE DRIVING COURSE, 9:30 A.M. THU 7 SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING: FINDING A JOB USING TWITTER, MYSPACE, AND FACEBOOK, 7 P.M. FRI 8 TALKING ABOUT LITERATURE, 12 P.M. SUN 10 DONAL LEACE IN CONCERT, 2:30 PM MON 11 CR: JR GREAT BOOKS, 2:30 P.M.; ARE YOU AN ENTREPRE- NEUR?, 7 P.M. TUE 12 GREAT BOOKS, 1:30 P.M. WED 13 CR: JR GREAT BOOKS (YOUNGER & OLDER), 11 A.M.; CURRENT EVENTS IN PERSPECTIVE, 1 P.M.; SOUL WITH HEART BOOK CLUB, 7 P.M. THU 14 INTERVIEW WORKSHOP WITH BARBARA SPINELLI, 7 P.M. FRI 15 MARTIN LUTHER KING FILM, 3 & 7 P.M. SAT 16 DEFENSIVE DRIVING, 9:30 A.M.; OPRAH BOOK CLUB, 2:30 P.M. SUN 17 DR. KING BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION, 2 P.M. TUE 19 VIDEO COURSE, 1 P.M.; INDEPENDENT FILM & DISCUSSION, 7 P.M. THU 21 OPERA VIDEO & DISCUSSION, 1 P.M.; NEWS, NOTABLES, & THE NATION, 2:30 P.M.; IRS SECRETS REVEALED, 7 P.M. FRI 22 LUNCH & TRAVEL, 12 P.M. SAT 23 COMPUTER 4TH GRADE - ENGLISH, 10 A.M. SUN 24 OUTREACH CONCERT: GERSHWIN 9S JAZZ, 2:30 P.M. MON 25 JOB FAIR, 10 A.M.; RESUME RESCUE & THE ART OF THE INTERVIEW, 7 P.M. TUE 26 VIDEO COURSE, 1 P.M. THU 28 GRUPO DE CONVERSACION DE LIBROS LATINOS, 7 P.M. FRI 29 FREEPORT CINEMA, 3 & 7 P.M. SAT 30 COMPUTER 4TH GRADE- SPANISH, 10 A.M. SUN 31 CONCERT: AN AFTERNOON OF MUSIC BY L.I. COMPOSERS, 2:30 P.M. SAT 2 DAR, 12 P.M. MON 4 ESOL, 9 A.M.; ATHENA, 12 P.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; TOASTMASTERS, 7 P.M.; MEDITATION, 7:30 P.M. TUE 5 ESOL, 9 A.M.; GED, 9 A.M.; AUDUBON SOCIETY, 7 P.M. WED 6 ESOL, 10 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; 100 BUSINESSWOMEN, 6 P.M.; KIWANIS, 7 P.M. THU 7 ESOL, 9 A.M.; GED 9 A.M.; FREEPORT INDEPENDENT FILM MAKERS, 5 P.M.; DELTA EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING, 6 P.M.; CHI ETA PHI, 6 P.M.; 100 BUSINESSWOMEN, 6 P.M.; FREEPORT CHESS CLUB, 6 :30 P.M. FRI 8 GED, 9 A.M.; ESOL, 9 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; ZETA, 6:30 P.M.; AAGS/F, 7 P.M. SAT 9 DELTA, 9 A.M.; FOUNDATION FOR FIGHTING BLINDNESS, 9 A.M. MON 11 ESOL, 9 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; CHI ETA PHI, 6 P.M.; MEDITATION, 7:30 P.M. TUE 12 ESOL, 9 A.M.; GED, 9 A.M.; LI LINKS, 6 P.M.; AUDUBON SOCIETY, 7 P.M. WED 13 ESOL, 10 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; GLOBAL ASSOCIATES, 6 P.M.; FREEPORT CAMERA CLUB, 7 P.M. THU 14 ESOL, 9 A.M.; GED, 9 A.M.; FREEPORT CHESS, 6:30 P.M.; STEARNS PARK, 7 P.M. FRI 15 GED, 9 A.M.; ESOL, 9 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; FREEPORT BUSINESS SUPPORT GROUP, 7 P.M. SUN 17 DOWSERS, 1 P.M. TUE 19 GED, 9 A.M.; ESOL, 9 A.M.; ANCHORS EDGE, 6:30 P.M. WED 20 ESOL, 10 A.M.; AA 4 P.M.; AMERICAN LEGION, 7 P.M.; FML BOARD MEETING, 8 P.M. THU 21 GED, 9 A.M.; ESOL, 9 A.M.; FREEPORT CHESS, 6:30 P.M. FRI 22 ESOL, 9 A.M.; GED, 9 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M. MON 25 ESOL, 9 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; LIAV SOCIETY, 7 P.M.; TOASTMASTERS, 7 P.M.; MEDITATION, 7:30 P.M.. TUE 26 ESOL, 9 A.M.; GED, 9 A.M.; FREEPORT DEMOCRATS, 7 P.M.; HUMAN RELATIONS COMMITTE, 7:30 P.M.; LANDMARKS, 7:30 P.M. WED 27 ESOL, 10 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; FREEPORT CHESS CLUB, 7 P.M. THUR 28 GED, 9 A.M.; ESOL, 9 A.M.; FREEPORT CHESS, 6:30 P.M.; NW CIVIC, 7 P.M.; VETERANS COUNCIL, 7 P.M. FRI 29 GED, 9 A.M.; ESOL, 9 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M. Ongoing Programs Genealogy with Julius and Joysetta Pearse Wednesdays, 11 am to 2 pm (by appointment only) Career Counseling with Barbara Spinelli Wednesdays, 5:30 to 9 pm (by appointment only) Notary Public Fridays, 6:30 to 8:30 pm FREEPORT MEMORIAL LIBRARY Calendar of Events FEBRUARY 2010 Organizations & Group Meetings FEBRUARY 2010 LIBRARY PROGRAMS [11] MON 1 CONVERSATION CIRCLES, 6:30 P.M. TUE 2 VIDEO COURSE, 1 P.M.; CORE 4, 6 P.M. WED 3 AARP MATURE DRIVING COURSE, 9:30 A.M. THU 4 THE WORKS OF DEREK WALCOTT, 2:30 P.M. FRI 5 TALKING ABOUT LITERATURE, 12 P.M. SAT 6 COMPUTER 5TH GRADE - ENGLISH, 10 A.M.; CR: YOGA FOR PREK/K, 10 A.M.; CR: YOGA FOR KIDS (GR 1-4), 10:45 A.M. SUN 7 OUTREACH CONCERT: A TRIBUTE TO MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR., 2:30 P.M. MON 8 VITA, 10 A.M.; CR: JR. GREAT BOOKS DE LA SALLE, 2:30 P.M. TUE 9 GREAT BOOKS, 1:30 P.M.; VITA, 6 P.M.; CORE 4, 6 P.M. WED 10 CR: JR. GREAT BOOKS (YOUNGER & OLDER), 11 A.M.; CURRENT EVENTS IN PERSPECTIVE, 1 P.M. SAT 13 COMPUTER 5TH GRADE - SPANISH, 10 A.M.; CR: YOGA FOR KIDS (PREK/K), 10 A.M.; CR: YOGA FOR KIDS (GR. 1-4), 10:45 A.M. TUE 16 CR: FREEDOM QUILTS (GR. 1-4), 11 A.M.; VIDEO COURSE, 1 P.M.; CR: AMERICAN KARAOKE IDOL, 2 P.M.; VITA, 6 P.M.; CORE 4, 6 P.M.; CR: CHINESE NEW YEAR ORIGAMI (GR. K-3), 7:30 P.M. WED 17 ART LECTURE ON ANDREW WYETH, 10:30 A.M.; CR: PIZZERIA FAVORITES, 2 P.M.; YA: PIZZERIA FAVORITES, 3:15 P.M.; CR: ADVENTURES IN AIR (GR. PREK-K), 6:30 P.M.; SOUL WITH HEART BOOK CLUB, 7 P.M.; INDEPENDENT FILM & DISCUSSION, 7 P.M. CR: UNDER PRESSURE (GR. 1-4), 7:30 P.M. THU 18 CR: APPLES & PANCAKES IN PAJAMAS! (PREK/K -WITH PARENTS), 10 A.M.; CR: ALL AMERICAN APPLE CRISP, (GR. 1-4), 11 A.M.; OPERA VIDEO & DISCUSSION, 1 P.M.; NEWS, NOTABLES & THE NATION, 2:30 P.M.; CR: TWEEN MOVIE DAY, 4 P.M.; FRI 19 LUNCH AND TRAVEL, 12 P.M. SAT 20 DEFENSIVE DRIVING, 9:30 A.M.; CR: YOGA FOR KIDS (PREK/K), 10 A.M.; CR: YOGA FOR KIDS (GR. 1-4), 10:45 A.M. MON 22 CR: PARENT/CHILD WORKSHOP, 10 A.M.; VITA, 10 A.M. TUE 23 VIDEO COURSE, 1 P.M.; VITA, 6 P.M.; CORE 4, 6 P.M. WED 24 WII SENIOR BOWL, 10:30 A.M. THU 25 CR: CIRCLE TIME, 7 P.M. FRI 26 FREEPORT CINEMA, 3 & 7 P.M. SAT 27 CR: YOGA FOR KIDS (PREK/K), 10 A.M.; CR: YOGA FOR KIDS (GR. 1-4), 10:45 A.M.; YA: WII PARTY, 2 P.M. SUN 28 CONCERT: ADLIB STEEL DRUM ORCHESTRA, 2:30 P.M. MON 1 ESOL, 9 A.M.; ATHENA, 12 P.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; TOASTMASTERS, 7 P.M.; MEDITATION, 7:30 P.M. TUE 2 ESOL, 9 A.M.; GED, 9 A.M.; AUDUBON SOCIETY, 7 P.M. WED 3 ESOL, 10 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; 100 BUSINESSWOMEN, 6 P.M.; KIWANIS, 7 P.M. THU 4 GED, 9 A.M.; ESOL, 9 A.M.; FREEPORT INDEPENDENT FILM MAKERS, 5 P.M.; DELTA EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING, 6 P.M.; CHI ETA PHI, 6 P.M.; 100 BUSINESSWOMEN, 6 P.M.; FREEPORT CHESS, 6:30 P.M. FRI 5 GED, 9 A.M.; ESOL, 9 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; ZETA, 6:30 P.M.; AAGS/F, 7 P.M. SAT 6 FOUNDATION FOR FIGHTING BLINDNESS, 9 A.M.; DAR, 12 P.M. MON 8 ESOL, 9 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; CHI ETA PHI, 6 P.M.; MEDITATION, 7:30 P.M. TUE 9 ESOL, 9 A.M.; GED, 9 A.M.; LI LINKS, 6 P.M.; AUDUBON SOCIETY, 7 P.M. WED 10 ESOL, 10 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; GLOBAL ASSOCIATES, 6 P.M.; FREEPORT CAMERA CLUB, 7 P.M. THU 11 ESOL, 9 A.M.; GED, 9 A.M.; FREEPORT CHESS, 6:30 P.M.; STEARNS PARK, 7 P.M. SAT 13 DELTA, 9 A.M. TUE 16 ESOL, 9 A.M.; ANCHOR 9S EDGE, 6:30 P.M.; WED 17 ESOL, 10 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH, 7 P.M.; AMERICAN LEGION, 7 P.M FML BOARD MEETING, 8 P.M. THU 18 ESOL, 9 A.M.; FREEPORT CHESS, 6:30 P.M. FRI 19 ESOL, 9 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; FREEPORT BUSINESS SUPPORT GROUP, 7 P.M. SUN 21 DOWSERS, 1 P.M. MON 22 ESOL, 9 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M; TOASTMASTERS, 7 P.M.; LIAV SOCIETY, 7 P.M.; MEDITATION, 7:30 P.M. TUE 23 GED, 9 A.M.; ESOL, 9 A.M.; FREEPORT DEMOCRATS, 7 P.M.; HUMAN RELATIONS COMMITTEE, 7:30 P.M.; LANDMARKS, 7:30 P.M. WED 24 ESOL, 10 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M.; LI SCANDINAVIAN SOCIETY, 1 P.M.; FREEPORT CAMERA CLUB, 7 P.M. THU 25 GED, 9 A.M.; ESOL, 9 A.M.; FREEPORT CHESS, 6:30 P.M.; NW CIVIC, 7 P.M.; VETERANS COUNCIL, 7 P.M. FRI 26 GED, 9 A.M.; ESOL, 9 A.M.; AA, 4 P.M. KEY TO ABBREVIATIONS AA: Alcoholics Anonymous AAGS/F: African Atlantic Genealogical Society CR: Children 9s Room JEIC: Job & Education Information Center LIAV: Long Island African Violet Society YA: Young Adult NONPROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID Freeport, N.Y. Permit No. 743 Freeport Postal Customer Freeport, NY 11520 Freeport Memorial Library 144 W. Merrick Road Freeport, NY 11520 Tel: (516) 379-3274 Fax: (516) 868-9741 www.freeportlibrary.info The Board of Trustees will meet at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 20 and February 17. BOARD OF TRUSTEES Denton L. Watson, President Darleyne E. Mayers, Vice-President George Boulukos, Secretary Marvin H. Cohen, Finance Of cer Amelia Avellaneda, Trustee DIRECTOR Dave Opatow EDITOR Jennifer Schwekendiek DESIGN & LAYOUT Cindy Soto EDITORIAL CONSULTANT Patricia Mans eld Phelan LIBRARY HOURS Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 9 AM - 9 PM Wednesday 10 AM - 9 PM Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM Sunday 1 PM - 5 PM HOLIDAY HOURS New Year 9s Day Fri., January 1 Closed M. L. King, Jr. Birthday Mon., January 18 Closed Lincoln 9s Birthday Fri., February 12 Open 1-5 pm Presidents Day Mon., February 15 Open 1-5 pm [ 12] The annual membership drive of the Friends of the Library is taking place during January and February. The Friends are an indispensable part of the Library. Over the years they have donated a grand piano, helped renovate the Memorial Room, and raised funds for the purchase of a video projector, meeting-room chairs, and a laptop. 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