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LIBRARY

ELMONT MEMORIAL LIBRARY

BOARD OF TRUSTEESLivingstone Young, PresidentGina Burnett, Vice President

Ellice BekierMonique HardialPatrick Nicolosi

Mimi Pierre-JohnsonTammie Williams

700 Hempstead Tpke.Elmont, NY 11003

516.354.5280

January • FebruaryMarch • April

2019

EMPIRE DRIVERS SAFETY(must attend BOTH classes)

Mon., Feb. 18 & Tues., Feb. 19 from 6-9pmMon., April 8 & Tues., April 9 from 6-9pm

($28 Check or Money Order -Payable to Empire Safety Council) Registration for everyone begins two weeks before each class.

AARP Defensive Driving(ages 50+)

Wednesday, January 23 from 10:30am to 5pm Wednesday, March 27 from 10:30am to 5pm

Registration for Elmont Library cardholdersbegins two weeks before each class. Non-cardholders may

register one week before if space is available.($20 AARP members/$25 non-members/Check or money order)

Free Health Screenings St. Francis Outreach Bus

March 15 from 10am to 2pm Includes a brief cardiac history, blood pressure and a simple blood test for cholesterol and diabetes for adults 18 and older.

Patient education and referrals are also provided. No registration or appointment is required.

TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD MOBILE TAX OFFICE

A convenient opportunity to make in-person tax payments. CHECK OR MONEY Orders Only!

February 4 and May 3from 11:30am until 1:30pm

Visit TOH.li or call 516-812-3100 for more information.

FREE CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS MENTORING

Individual Appointments offered on the Second Wednesday of the Month & Fourth Wednesday

of the month at 1pm, 2pm & 3pmTo make an appointment please call L.I. SCORE

at 888-433-3632

In the GalleryJANUARY: Carol Bruder, Oil PaintingsFEBRUARY: A Moment in Time by Zinabu Theresa MahamahMARCH: Celebrating the Joys of Womanhood by Ebony ThompsonAPRIL: Muriel Herring, Acrylic Paintings & Drawings

Quilt DisplaysJANUARY: Mazine Townsend- BroderickFEBRUARY & MARCH: Wakanda Fever by Sandy Bright

Inside this Issue Page

Theatre Programs ............................................2Adult Programs .................................. 3, 4 & 7Teen Corner .....................................................5Children’s Programs ........................................6Family Programs .............................................7Book Discussions ............................................7Community Outreach ..................Back CoverDefensive Driving .........................Back Cover

Mon. Tues. Thurs.: 9:30am - 8:45pm Wednesday: 10:00am - 8:45pm Friday: 9:30am - 5:45pm Saturday: 9:30am - 4:45pm Sunday: 12:00pm - 4:45pm

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Serving the communities of Elmont, Stewart Manor, Alden Manor, S. Floral Park,and parts of N. Valley Stream, New Hyde Park, and East Franklin Square

January • February • March • April

DID YOU KNOW? ... Elmont Library Cardholders can get $5 off any Adult performance

and $3 off any Children's performance for any BroadHollow Show shown at the Elmont Library Theatre.

Visit www.broadhollow.org (Multiple discounts do not apply)

All proceeds go to help local High School students set the stage for their future!

Scholarships are available to eligible Elmont High School Students

$6 Per personTickets available at the circulation desk

two weeks before each showSleeping Beauty ......... Wednesday, February 20 at 2pm

Tinkerbell ....................... Saturday, March 23 at 11am

The Little Mermaid ...............Monday, April 22 at 1pm

Fundraising Events

LIVE IN THE LIBRARY THEATRE

Chamber Musicwith a Twist!

with the Manhattan Lyric OperaSaturday, January 12 at 2pm

Join us for a premiere chamber group with a twist! Come be delighted by unique arrangements of gorgeous classical musical pieces artistically woven in with beloved popular and Broadway

gems. Featuring Francesca Mendoza, Renowned Violinist, International Opera Singer Anne Tormela & Elaine Rinaldi, Acclaimed Pianist.

These Songs of Freedoma Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

with Jerome "City" Smith & the City Sounds Music Ensemble

Monday, January 21 at 1pm Pay homage to the man who fought for freedom, justice and equality for all. This program includes video clips, inspirational music, sing-alongs and a special recreation of Dr. King's "I Have a Dream"

speech.

Jazz Straight Up... with a Twistwith Napoleon Revels-Bey, Golden Drum Series

Saturday, February 9 at 2pmBring out the Romare Bearden in you at this lively Jazz

concert featuring all your Jazz favorites!also featuring Marcus Presiani on Piano,

Patsy Grant on Vocals and Marcus McLaurine on Bass

Musical History Tour: Tribute to DION with the Vic Vincent GroupSunday, January 13 at 2pm

Join us for a Musical History Tour of Rock and Roll, Doo Wop and Pop with a special tribute to Dion DiMucci (DION). Experience a success story of a kid

from the Bronx. Sing along to his songs and the music of artists whom he admired throughout the years.

Music that Makes Us Happy! with Simply Music

Sunday, February 10 at 2pmCome & enjoy the best of R&B music

that makes us happy!

Women of Jazzwith the Perfect Pitch Project Saturday, March 16 at 2pm

Join us as we celebrate the women who have made Jazz a legendary art form.

Famous Female Singers of the 20th Century

with Ann FischerFriday, March 15 at 12:30pm

Join us for songs from the Great American Songbook by some of the most famous women singers

of our time.

A Tribute to Aretha Franklinwith Sugar and Spice

Sunday, March 17 at 2pmListen and enjoy the sweet

sounds of Aretha as we pay tribute to the Queen of Soul.

The Long Island Cabaret Theatre The Greatest Show

Saturday, April 27 at 2pmBe delighted by this phenomenal Cabaret show featuring a cast of 25 singers and dancers performing songs including current hits,

oldies and Broadway favorites!

Celebrating Italian Singers with Peter J. LaRosa

Friday, January 11 at 12:30pmCelebrate Italian singers with some of your

favorites from over the years. Listen to the best from Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Jerry Vale,

Paul Anka, Andrea Bocelli, Al Martino and so many more.

The Soul Train Caboosewith Jerome "City" Smith

and the City Sounds Music EnsembleSaturday, February 16 at 2pm

Relive this ground-breaking, hip-shaking & history-making TV show that made America "Dance to the Music."

Wear your 70's and 80's best! Be there or be square!

FREE & Open to the PublicNO TICKETS REQUIRED

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A Tale from the Underground RailroadRunning Scared, Running Free

with St. George ProductionsFriday, February 15 at 12:30pm

Join us for this award winning suspenseful presentation of three harrowing and inspiring

intertwined stories set in 1850’s New York, the year the Fugitive Slave Act was imposed.

a look at Porgy & Bess with Tanisha Mitchell

Friday, February 8 at 12:30pmCome and explore this folk opera,

historically known for its impression on black culture and the opera world. Listen

to memorable selections from legendary productions.

Join us for a high energy performance of

the most popular songs of all time! This is NOT your standard Beatles

tribute band!

Riding with the OUTLAWSwith Tennessee Walt

Friday, April 26 at 12:30pmCelebrate the iconic Outlaws of Music featuring songs by Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard, Waylon

Jennings, Kris Kristofferson, Willie Nelson & many more!

Sunday, April 28 at 2pm

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TECH TIME with Todd Schlitt

15-minute sessions to answer any of your technical questions. (Elmont Library Cardholders)

APPOINTMENTS ONLY Registration begins two weeks before each session SATURDAYS from 10am to 11:30am

February 16 • March 16 • April 20

TECH Workshops with Todd Schlitt

Registration begins 2 weeks before each session for Elmont Library cardholders & one week before for non-cardholders

Thursdays at 7pmFebruary 7: ................................................... Video ChatMarch 7: .......................................................... GPS AppsApril 11: .............................Overdrive & Libby (eBooks)

Technology Classeswith Sharper Training Solutions

Online or In-person registration begins TWO weeks before each program for Elmont Library cardholders.

All About eBaySaturday, January 19 from 10am to 12pm

Computer KindergartenSaturday, January 26 from 10am to 12pm

Working with Digital PhotosSaturday, February 23 from 10am to 12pm

Introduction to Windows 10Saturday, March 23 from 10am to 12pm

Setting Up our Windows 10 Computer Saturday, April 13 from 10am to 12pm

Family Coloring Night (all ages with adult)Tuesdays at 6pmJanuary 22, February 26, March 26 & April 30

Parenting Workshop: How Dieting Affects Behavior in ChildrenTuesday, January 29 at 7pm

Family Movie Afternoon (Ages 5+ with adult) Monday, February 18, Thursday, February 21 Tuesday, April 23 & Thursday, April 25 at 2:30pm

LEGO Club (PreK - Gr. 6)Saturdays at 11amJanuary 19, February 16, March 23 & April 20

*Cooking with the Kids: A Family Cooking Program (Ages 5+ with adult) Wednesdays at 6:30pmJanuary 30, February 27, March 27 & April 17

Daytime Book ClubThe FOURTH MONDAY of the month at 2pm

Evening Book ClubThe SECOND THURSDAY of the month at 7pm

Grounds for Sculpture Gardens & the Princeton University Art Museum

Thursday, May 16, 2019 Visit more than 270 sculptures by renowned and

emerging artists and then on to the Princeton University Art Museum which houses over 92,000 works of art

that range from antiquity to the contemporary period. Enjoy a boxed lunch at the Peacock Cafe.

(lunch choices made at sign-up)Leave Elmont at 9am & arrive back approximately 6pm

---- Cost is $109 (due at sign-up) ----CHECKS PAYABLE TO PRIME TIME TRAVEL

Elmont Cardholder Sign-up begins on January 15(Non-Resident sign-up on January 22)

Note: Parking will be in the Alva T. Stanforth lot, just west of the Library. Contact the Adult Reference Desk at 516.354.5280 X1002 for more information.

THE LAST MONDAY OF THE MONTH!

5pm to 9pm 18 years & older

no registration required

ALL ARE WELCOME!

MOVIESShown in the Library Theatre

Tuesdays & Fridays at 2:30pm

no tickets or registration required

Tasty Goodieswith the Baking Coach

In-person or online registration for Elmont Library cardholders begins two weeks before each class (Limited space)

WednesdaysGrilled Cheese Sandwiches & Tomato Basil Bisque Soup ............January 23 at 1pmValentine's Day Cake ...........February 13 at 12:30pmScones ...................................... March 13 at 12:30pmLet's Talk Tea Time! Tea Sandwiches & more! ................................................... April 17 at 12:30pm

Nutrition Workshopswith Robyn Littman R.D., C.D.N.

Wednesdays at 11:30am No registration necessaryNew Year, New You! ................................................January 9Shake the Salt Habit!...........................................February13Enjoy your food, but eat mindfully! ......................March 13Eating your "weigh" to good health! .......................April 10

Diabetes Workshops with Robyn Littman R.D., C.D.N.

Tuesdays at 7pm No registration necessaryGaining Control! ...................................................January 15Diabetes & Exercise ............................................February 19Best Snack for Blood Sugar Control ......................March 19Spring into Action! Small Changes Big Results ......April 16

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Valentine Origamiwith Mary Ann Scheblein-DawsonMonday, February 4 at 1pmOnline or in-person registration begins January 22for Elmont Library cardholders (limited space)

Jewelry Workshop with Phyllis GerMonday, March 4 at 1pmIn-person or online registration for Elmont Library cardholders begins February 18 (Limited space) Create Your own pearl and crystal bracelet and earring set inspired by Chanel.

Spring Paint Partywith Celicia Cargill of Authentic HeARTworkMonday, April 1 at 1pmIn-person or online registration for Elmont Library cardholders begins March 18 (limited space)

Understanding Your Income Tax with Livingstone Young, EA, NTPI Fellow

Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at 7pmThis presentation will take you through Form 1040 LINE by LINE & explain the associated forms & how they are

developed. Various filing status & how to determine standard deductions vs. itemized deductions, and how to arrive at

allowable dependent exemption & credits. A comparison of the changes under the Tax Cut & Jobs Act will be explained.

Tax consequences on retirement distributions & social security will also be discussed. Questions will be addressed.

Social Security Workshopwith Daniel Mazzola, CFA, CPA

American Portfolios Financial Services, Inc.Tuesday, March 12 at 7pm

This class provides a broad overview of the Social Security Program as it relates to retirees & their beneficiaries

while emphasizing spousal benefits. Spousal benefits will be examined & you will learn how married couples can

optimize their collective payouts using two simple strategies.

YOGA with Dianne Russell Condon of Daruma Yoga

Tuesday, February 12 at 2:30pmTuesday, April 23 at 2:30pm

In-person or online registration for Elmont Library cardholders begins two weeks before each class

(Limited space)

REIKI with Karen Centola& Kathleen Gunning

Wednesday, March 20 at 10:30amIn-person or online registration for Elmont Library

cardholders begins March 6 (Limited space)

Stepping On Programwith Lori Ginsberg, RN, MA, NSLIJ

Learn how to build strength, balance and confidence in this seven-part

educational program.Tuesdays, March 5 until April 16 from 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Registration begins February 19 for Elmont Library cardholders(limited space)

JANUARYTEEN TRIVIA Wednesday, January 23 at 4pm

Anime Evening Tuesday, January 29 at 4pm

INNOVATION AFTERNOON: Tie-Dye Craft Wednesday, January 30 at 5pm

TEEN CUISINE: Planet Cake PopsThursday, January 31 at 4pm

FEBRUARYTEEN CUISINE: Snacks Around the World, China!Tuesday, February 5 at 4pm

TEENS NIGHT: Love SuxThursday, February 14 at 6pm

SAT/ACT Practice ExamSaturday, February 16 from 11am to 2pm

TEEN TRIVIA: Ultimate Bingo Wednesday, February 20 at 3pm

TEEN CUISINE: Heart Shaped PizzaThursday, February 21 at 3pm

INNOVATION AFTERNOONWednesday, February 27 at 4pm

TEEN BOARD/CARD GAME HOURThursday, February 28 at 4pm

MARCHParticipate in Teen Tech Month at Teen

Corner! Register for our Teen Tech programs and be sure to check out all of the great digital resources, services,

and programs that are available to help teens succeed in school and prepare for

college and 21st century careers.

TEEN CUISINE: Pot O’Gold CupcakesWednesday, March 13 at 4pm

TEEN VR Experience Monday, March 18 at 4pm

TEEN TECH: Game Development(3 sessions) at 4:30 p.m.Tuesday, March 19 Wednesday, March 20Thursday, March 21

Enrichment Uni: Topic to be Announced (3-sessions) at 5:30 p.m.Tuesday, March 26 Wednesday, March 27Thursday, March 28

APRILTEEN VR Experience Tuesday, April 9 at 4pm

TEEN CUISINE: Garden CupcakesWednesday, April 10 at 4pm

TEEN TIME: Retro GamingWednesday, April 17 at 5:30pmKick back and play old school games! Get your chance to play with classic consoles in Teen Annex!

Paint Party AfternoonTuesday, April 23 at 3pm

TEEN TRIVIAFriday, April 26 at 3pm

TEENS Poetry SlamTuesday, April 30 at 7pm

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ON-GOING TEEN CLUBS

TEEN TIME (Gr. 7-12)Fridays from 4pm to 5:30pm

Jan. 11 & 25, Feb. 8 & 22, March 8, 22, & 29, April 12

Dates are subject to change

TEEN QUIET STUDY TIMEThursdays from 5pm to 7pm

YOUNG ADULTS OF ELMONT(formerly T.A.G.)

Saturdays at 1pmJanuary 19, February 23March (tba) & April (tba)

Teens will work with Librarians to develop programs and activities.

TEEN SCREEN

Titles to be announced.Tuesday, January 8 at 4pm

Tuesday, February 19 at 4pm(Popcorn bar!)

Tuesday, March 5 at 4pmWednesday, April 24 at 3pm

Please contact Teen Corner for titles. This program is for Teens 7th-12th grade only.

Dates are subject to change. Registration starts 30 minutes before the program.

TEEN SEASONAL HELPERSSaturdays from 1pm to 3pm

RECESS SEASONAL HELPERS • Winter Break: week of Feb. 18-22• Spring Break: week of April 22-26

Help the library this season! Teens will help librarians prepare for programs and other tasks throughout the library. Teens will earn only 1

hour of community service! All interested teens must come in to the library

to register in person.

SKILL BUILDERSSaturdays at 12pm

February 2 - March 30Students in grades 9-12 can work with kids

in grades K-5 with building useful skills such as reading, writing and math!

In-person registration only!

THANKING OUR 1st RESPONDERS

Tuesday, April 16 at 6pm

REASON TO SMILE!Thursday, April 25 at 3pm

ALL PROGRAMS ARE FOR TEENS GRADES 7-12 ONLY

Registration for programs begins four weeks before the

program’s date unless otherwise noted.

TEENS HELP: COMMUNITY SERVICE AT ELMONT

ALL PROGRAMS ARE FOR CHILDREN AS SPECIFIED BY AGE OR GRADE Registration for programs begins TWO weeks before the program’s date unless otherwise noted.

You must be an Elmont Library Cardholder to register for these events. REQUIRES REGISTRATION

JANUARY*Kick & Play Soccer Stars (ages 12mo-30mo) Friday, January 4 & 18 at 11am

*Make-A-Bear Workshop: Snow Buddy (2½-PreK)Monday, January 7 at 10:30am

*Mother Goose Baby Time (ages 6mo-18mo)Friday, January 11 at 11am

*Family Preschool Hour (ages 18mo-PreK) Mondays at 10:15am or 11:30am 4 week Session #1 beginning January 14

*Playhooray Kids (ages 6mo-2½yrs)Friday, January 25 at 11am

FEBRUARY*Kick & Play Soccer Stars (ages 12mo-30mo)Fridays, February 1 and 15 at 11am

*Mother Goose Baby Time (ages 6mo-18mo) Friday, February 8 at 11am

*Global Rhythms for Tots (ages 3-PreK) Wednesday, February 13 at 1:30pm

MARCH*Kick & Play Soccer Stars (ages 12mo-30mo) Fridays, March 1 & 15 at 11am

*Mother Goose Baby Time (ages 6mo-18mo)Friday, March 8 at 11am.

*Global Rhythms for Tots (ages 3-5) Wednesday, March 13 at 1:30pm

STEAM Storytime (ages 3-5)Thursday, March 21 at 6:30pm

*Playhooray Kids (6mo-2½ yrs)Friday, March 22 at 11am

Jump for Joy (age 2½-PreK) Friday, March 29 at 11am

APRIL*Kick & Play Soccer Stars (ages 12-30mo) Friday, April 5 at 11am

*Playhooray Kids (6mo-2½ yrs)Friday, April 12 at 11am

*Flower Garden with A Time for Kids (18m-2½ yrs) Monday, April 15 at 11am

*Character Storytime (ages 2½-5 yrs)Thursday, April 18 at 11:30am

*Imagination Playground (ages 2½-PreK)Wednesday, April 24 at 11am

*Teens & Tots Playgroup (ages 18m-PreK)Friday, April 26 at 11am

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Ongoing Programs*Storytime for Tots (24mo - 3½ yrs with adult)

Tuesdays at 10:30pm (beginning January 15)

*Preschool Storytime (3½ - PreK)Wednesdays at 1:30pm (beginning January 16)

*Play Pals (18mo - 23mo) Thursdays at 10:30am (beginning January 17)

Jump 4 Joy evening edition (2½ - PreK) Thursdays at 6:30pm

January 24, February 21 & April 18

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January*Make-A-Bear Workshop: Snow Buddy Monday, January 7 at 6:30pm (Gr. K-2)

Snacks and Comics (Gr. 3-6)Wednesday, January 9 at 4:30pm

Make a 3D Snowflake (Gr. K-6)Wednesday, January 9 at 6pm Discovery Lab STEAM (Gr. K-6) Thursday, January 10 at 4:30pm

*Paint Party for Kids (Gr. 2-6)Tuesday, January 15 at 6:30pm

FebruarySnacks and Comics (Gr. 3-6)Wednesday, February 6 at 4:30pm

Discovery Lab STEAM (Gr. K-6)Thursday, February 7 at 4:30pm

*Valentine's Day Origami (Gr. 2-6) Tuesday, February 12 at 4:30pm

*Lucky Fortune with LICM (Gr. K-6) Wednesday, February 13 at 4:30pm

*Valentine Cake Pops w/ the Baking Coach (Gr. K-6)Thursday, February 14 at 4:30pm

*Melt It! (Gr. K-6)Monday, February 18 at 5pm

Storyteller: Anansi, Aesop & Friends (PreK-Gr.3)Wednesday, February 20 at 1pm

*Chocolate Everything with the Baking Coach (Gr. K-6)Wednesday, February 20 at 3pm

*Afterschool Author: Carol Basdeo (Gr. K-6)Wednesday, February 27 at 4:30pm

*Freedom Quilts with LICM (Gr.3-6)Thursday, February 28 at 6pm

March*Coding For Kids (Gr. 4-6) 3-sessionsTuesdays, March 5, 12 & 19 at 6:30pm

Snacks and Comics (Gr. 3-6)Wednesday, March 6 at 4:30pm

Discovery Lab STEAM (Gr. K-6)Thursday, March 7 at 4:30pm

*Irish Pirates w/ the CSH Museum (Gr. K-6) Wednesday, March 13 at 4:30pm

*Leprechaun Cupcakes with the Baking Coach (Gr. K-6) Thursday, March 14 at 4:30pm

*Afterschool Author: Carol Basdeo (Gr. K-6)Wednesday, March 27 at 4:30pm

April*Retro Fun with Shrinky Dinks (Gr. K-6) Thursday, April 4 at 4pm

*Kids Free Write: Writing Workshop (Gr.3-6) Thursdays, April 4, 11, 18 & 25 at 5pm

*What Can You Create? Recycled Crafts Tuesday, April 16 at 4:30pm (Gr. K-6)

*Earth Scientist w/ the CSH Museum (Gr. 1-6)Wednesday, April 17 at 4:30pm

*KEVA Lab with the LICM (Gr. 2-6)Monday, April 22 at 4:30pm

*Imagination Playground (Gr.K-3)Wednesday, April 24 at 12pm

*Cake in a Jar with Baking Coach (Gr. K-6)Wednesday, April 24 at 3pm

*Paint Party for Kids (Gr. 2-6)Thursday, April 25 at 6:30pm

Fitness & Fun with Ms. Lisa (Gr. K-6) Mondays at 4:30pm

6-week program beginning January 7

*Sign Language for Kids (Gr.3-6)Tuesdays at 5pm

6-week program beginning January 8

*Breakdance Workshop w/ the Breaking Inst. Wednesdays at 4:30pm (Gr. 3-6)

3-sessions beginning January 16

*Chess for Kids (Gr. 4-6)Mondays at 7pm (beginning February 4)

*KidsTales (Gr. 3-7) WINTER BREAKFebruary 18-22 from 11am to 1pm

(Registration begins February 4)

*Crochet for Kids (Gr. 3-6) Mondays at 6pm (beginning March 4)

Skill Builders (Gr.K-6)Saturdays at 12pm (Feb. 2 thru March 30)

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PHYSICIAN'S LECTURE: LOWER BACK PAIN

with Dr. Shaheda QuraishiNorthwell Health Community Outreach

Wednesday, February 27 at 1pmJoin us and learn about treatment options and what

you can do to manage your pain and find relief.

February is BLACK HISTORY MONTH

March is WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

April

Frank Sinatra... a retrospectvewith Richard Knox

Friday, January 25 at 12:30pmThis presentation will celebrate the success and career of Frank Sinatra along with a look at the

award-winning post-war documentary "The House I Live In," a testament to Sinatra's life-long campaign

for racial and religious tolerance.

Songs that won the OSCARwith Richard Knox

Wednesday, February 20 at 1pmRevisit some of the beloved songs that were awarded Song of the Year since 1934. View archival footage of

presenters and recipients .

January

Louis & Ella: The King & Queen of Jazzwith Marilyn Carminio

Friday, February 22 at 12:30pm Two of the greatest musicians in the history

of the 20th century come together in this dual biography of Louis Armstrong and Ella

Fitzgerald. They shared in common dazzling artistry, an optimism for life, and a desire to make people happy through their music.

Come & swing to the joy that is Louis and Ella!

Women: Their Influence Grows & Grows & Growswith Howard Shurdut

Friday, March 1 at 12:30pmJoin us as we discuss the role of women in the

21st Century and their influence in politics, business, law, publishing, newscasting and the

opinions of women as leaders in today's society.

The History of New Orleans Jazz

with Mel HaberFriday, February 1 at 12:30pm

Learn a bit about the history of New Orleans Jazz, where it originated and the major musicians who revived

music that was originally played from 1900's to the 1920's. Hear classic numbers such as "Bill Bailey," Little Liza Jane,"

and "West End Blues."

Marilyn & Ellawith Marilyn Carminio

Friday, March 8 at 12:30pmCome and learn the story of Ella Fitzgerald & Marilyn Monroe and their unique friendship in the mid-50's at

the Mogambo Club.

Start the New Year with a New Attitudewith Constance Hallinan LaganFriday, January 18 at 12:30pm

Open the window on optimistic thinking and experience the joy of a life lived positively and

learn to "stamp out" negativity.

Leonard Bernsteinwith Jack Schnur

Friday, April 12 at 12:30Celebrate Bernstein's Centennial at this program featuring clips from his most beloved accomplishments including

West Side Story, Candide, Carousel, South Pacific and so many more!

Food in Artwith Professor Evelyn SilverFriday, April 5 at 12:30pm

Come with us through art history to find out the meaning of food as common motifs in

painting and sculpture from the Roman-era to today.

Frida Kahlo... her life... her workwith Louise Cella Caruso

Friday, March 22 at 12:30pmDefined as a feminist icon Frida Kahlo lived life on

her own terms, triumphed over many obstacles in her life and is regarded one of the most influential artists

in history.

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Back to Fosters Meadowwith the Fosters Meadow Heritage Center sponsored by the

Franklin Square Historical SocietySaturday, April 6 at 10am to 1pm

A Look at the Early History of Valley Stream ............................................................. by Elizabeth Bailey

And the Number 1 Farmer of Fosters Meadow is… ........................................................ by Edward Wesnofske

Playing in Fosters Meadow ...............by Paul Hoffman

GenealogyWorkshop with Jean KingMonday, April 29 at 7pm to 8:30pm

Online or in-person registration begins April 15 for Elmont Library Cardholders.

Registration for non-cardholders begins April 22Registration Required. Space is limited.

All of our programs are FREE of charge!