July/August, 2015, English

16 Pages·2015·9.12 MB·English

What’s inside... A letter from our Library Director July/August 2015
Mrs. Mary Reid was honored at The Fifteenth Annual Bay Shore–Brightwaters Distinguished Citizen
Award Dinner on April 30, 2015 for her life-long commitment to helping people of all beliefs and
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
backgrounds. Her many years of service on Brentwood’s library board has helped us empower
• Pages 2-5 individuals through enhanced facilities, collections, and programs. Thank you, Mrs. Reid, for your
years of commitment to the library community.
TEEN PROGRAMS One of the library’s important new family literacy initiatives is Learning Together which will offer an
array of programs and services designed to enhance the family experience. Look for Safe and Healthy
• Pages 6 and 7
Families, the first in a series of programs coming this fall.
Sincerely,
ADULT PROGRAMS Tom Tarantowicz
• Pages 8-15
MUSEUM PASSES
• Page 16
Mrs. Reid
Left to Right (Back Row)
Bay Shore-Brightwaters Library
Trustee, Francis Pooley
Bay Shore-Brightwaters Library
Board Vice President, Frances Bell
Brentwood Library Board
Programs may be photographed Vice President, Ellen Edelstein
and/or videotaped for library publicity. Brentwood Library Director, Tom Tarantowicz Left to Right (Front Row)
Please notify library staff if you prefer Brentwood Library Business Manager, Tom Gorman Brentwood Library Trustee Francis Picart
not to be photographed or videotaped. Brentwood Library Assistant Director, Xibe Solis Brentwood Library Board President Mary Reid
Brentwood Library Trustee, Gail Kirkham
Brentwood Library Trustee Bill Menendez
ROBS History Bayshore- Brightwaters Library Director, Michael Squillante
Join the Summer Reading Club!
Open to all
ages. Read
books, earn
Learn more about this exciting prizes, have
new family program!
fun and
Turn to page 5 in this become an
newsletter or visit:
outstanding
brentwoodchild.blogspot.com/p/
learningtogether.html reader.
Serving the Brentwood Community Since 1937
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Children’s
Programs
Unless specifically mentioned, all children’s programs are free and available to Brentwood School District children. Call 631-273-7883, ext. 319, or you can register through the
library’s home page. Please have a Brentwood Public Library card ready when you register for programs. If your child needs any special accommodations to participate, please
let us know. Be on time for programs. Your place in a program is held for ten minutes. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
for the very young
must be accompanied by an adult
JOIN THE SUMMER READING CLUB BUGS! BUGS! BUGS! BWJ225 ¡CUENTOS BILINGÜES! BWJ010
Read books! Earn prizes! ages 3-5 years 3-6 años con adulto
Thursday, July 9, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Jueves, el 16 de julio, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
Get a free bag of
Sign-up begins June 22. Inscripción empieza el 29 junio.
goodies when you join.
Parents can join too! Join us for stories that are all about bugs and ¡Disfrute de cuentos, rimas, canciones, y arte
Read books and enter a fun craft! inglés y español!
the titles of your books
online, at home, or in the PLAYGROUP, BWJ002 GROWN UP & ME: FINGERPAINT FUN
library to earn prizes. ages 12-36 (walkers) BWJ296
ages 2-5 years
Sign-up begins June 26. Friays, July 10, 17, 24, 31 & August 7, 14, 21
10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 22, 11:00-11:45 a.m.
Sign-up begins June 22. Sign-up begins June 29.
WATER SAFETY PUPPET SHOW, BWJ230
Wednesday, August 19, 11:00-11:45 a.m.
ages 2-8 years Your child will enjoy a large variety of
Sign-up begins July 27.
toys and play activities designed to help
Wednesday, July 1, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
coordination, motor skills, language Let your child’s creativity run wild in this fun
Sign-up begins June 22.
development, and social skills. finger painting session. Dress for a mess!
You and your child will have fun learning
about water safety in this entertaining, TODDLER TANGO, BWJ147 DRIVE-IN MOVIE, BWJ300
interactive puppet show presented by Long ages 1-3 years ages 2-5 years
Island Drowning Prevention Task Force.
Friday, July 10, 7:00-7:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Sign-up begins June 22. Sign-up begins June 29.
TODDLER TIME, BWJ004
Friday, August 28, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
ages 9-23 months Decorate a cardboard box to look like a car
Sign-up begins August 10.
and enjoy a short movie, drive-in style.
Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28, & August 4, 11, 18
You and your child will have fun with music
10:30-11:30 a.m.
and movement activities. WONDER PETS, BWJ215
Sign-up begins June 22.
ages 3-5 years
Share stories, songs, playtime and lots of fun. TURTLE POWER, BWJ201
Tuesday, July 28, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
ages 3-5 years
Sign-up begins July 13.
BILINGUAL TODDLERS, BWJ576
Monday, July 13
ages 2-3 years Enjoy a special storytime and craft
7:00-8:00 p.m.
featuring the Wonder Pets.
Wednesday, July 8, 7:00-7:45 p.m. Sign-up begins June 29.
Sign-up begins June 22.
Learn fascinating facts about BILINGUAL BABIES, BWJ572
Have fun sharing and learning new rhymes, turtles and explore their life cycle in this ages birth – 12 months
games, and music with your toddler! exciting science program. Create your own
Wednesday, July 29, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
masked turtle hero!
Sign-up begins June 22.
NIÑOS BILINGÜES, BWJ576
de 2 – 3 años de edad BILINGUAL STORYTIME, BWJ010 Bilingual Babies is a special program for
ages 3-6 years with adult infants and their caregivers. Share language,
Miércoles, el 8 de julio, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
rhymes, games, and music with your baby!
Inscripción empieza el 22 junio. Thursday, July 16, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
Sign-up begins June 29.
Disfrute compartiendo y aprendiendo
rimas, juegos y música nueva con su niño(a)! Come to the library for special stories, rhymes,
music, and a craft to share with your child.
Programs may be photographed
and/or videotaped for library publicity.
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not to be photographed or videotaped.
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for the very young
must be accompanied by an adult
BEBÉS BILINGÜES, BWJ572 SCIENCE SENSATIONS, BWJ203
de nacimiento - 12 meses ages 4-7 years
Miércoles, el 29 de julio, 7:00-7:45 p.m. Friday, August 7, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
Inscripción empieza el 22 junio. Sign-up begins July 13.
Bebés Bilingües es un programa especial para bebés y padres. Explore various science activities with your preschooler.
Disfruten lenguaje, rima, juegos y música con su bebé!
TEDDY BEAR PICNIC, BWJ218
UNDER THE SEA, BWJ 216 ages 3-5 years with adult
ages 3-5 years
Thursday, August 13, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Thursday, July 30, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Sign-up begins July 27.
Sign-up begins July 13.
Join us outside on the library lawn for teddy bear stories,
Dive into the library as we read ocean-themed books, a snack, and a craft. Bring along your favorite stuffed friend
sing songs, and make an underwater craft. and a picnic blanket.
BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLIES, BWJ202 CRAB STORYTIME, BWJ223
ages 3-5 years ages 3-6 years
Wednesday, August 5, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 26, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Sign-up begins July 13. Sign-up begins August 10.

Learn about butterflies through stories and songs, then Enjoy stories and crafts based on our grumpy beach friends.
create your own butterfly to take home.
LET’S GET READY FOR KINDERGARTEN, BWJ453
SUMMER FUN, BWJ009 for children entering Kindergarten
ages 2-5 years
Thursday, August 27, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
Thursdays, August 6, 13, 20, 7:00-7:45 p.m. Sign-up begins August 10.
Sign-up begins July 13.
Get ready for kindergarten through crafts, songs, and
Enjoy stories, songs, and crafts each week with your child. fun activities!
for school age children
FIREWORK PAINTING SUPERHERO STORIES ROSIE THE DOG MARCEL THE SHELL
BWJ209 BWJ210 STORYTIME, BWJ550 BWJ212
ages 5-10 years ages 5-7 years ages 5-8 years ages 5-7 years
Friday, July 3, 7:00-7:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 8, 3:00-4:00 p.m Wednesday, July 15,11:00-11:45 a.m. Thursday, July 16, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Sign-up begins June 22. Sign-up begins June 22. Sign-up begins June 29. Sign-up begins June 29.
Celebrate Independence Day Calling all superheroes! Join us Join Rosie the Therapy Dog for Join us for a special storytime
by making firework paintings for fun superhero stories, then this fun storytime. Learn all starring the one-and-only
using straws. use your superpowers to create about therapy dogs and what Marcel the Shell. Enjoy stories
a variety of crafts. they do! and a short film featuring
BOOK BUDDIES Marcel and create your own
ages 6-12 years LEGO CLUB, BWJ30 CANDY WRAPPER shell character to take home.
ages 8-10 years WALLET, BWJ211
Mondays, July 6, 13, 20, 27,
ages 9-12 years TWEEN MINECRAFT
August 3, 10, 17 Friday, July 10, 3:00-3:45 p.m.
BWJ204
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Sign-up begins June 22. Wednesday, July 15, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
ages 10-12 years
No registration is required. Friday August 7, 3:00-3:45 p.m. Sign-up begins June 29.
Sign-up begins July 13. Saturday, July 18, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Practice your reading this Using candy, chip bags, and
Monday, August 31, 7:00-7:45 p.m. Sign-up begins June 29.
summer! Each child will be felt, learn how to create a brand
Sign-up begins August 10. Saturday, August 15, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
paired with a teen and will new bag or wallet!
Sign-up begins July 27.
enjoy some books together. Come have fun building Lego
creations with your friends! Calling all Minecraft fanatics!
Come spend an hour playing
Minecraft together with
your friends.
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Children’s
Programs
for school age children
BOOKS & WOOFS, BWJ400 PIRATES AND PRINCESSES JUNIOR WRITERS ROCK CANDY LAB, BWJ353
ages 6-12 years BWJ214 WORKSHOP, BWJ28 ages 8-12 years
ages 5-7 years ages 8-12 years
Tuesday, July 21, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 19
Sign-up begins June 29. Monday, July 27, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Friday, August 14, 7:00-7:45 p.m. 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 25, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Sign-up begins July 13. Sign-up begins July 27. Sign-up begins July 27.
Sign-up begins August 10.
Ahoy, mateys and royalties! Get creative, learn all Grow your own rock candy
Improve your reading skills by All pirates and princesses are about writing, and play experiment! Learn how crystals
reading to Rosie, the therapy invited to the library to enjoy games in this fun-filled, grow. Make your own rock
dog. Therapy dogs help books and a craft. author-led workshop! candy solution, take it home,
readers become more and watch them grow in about
confident and help children SEASHELL MOBILE, BWJ301 LOCKER MEMO BOARD one week! You will receive
practice their reading skills. a g e s 5-12 years BWJ219 instructions so you can do the
Rosie is a member of Therapy Wednesday, August 5, 7:00-8:00 p.m. a g e s 1 0 - 1 2 y e a r s experiment at home on
Dogs International and is S i g n - u p b e g i n s J u l y 1 3 . Monday, August 17 your own.
hypoallergenic. Enjoy special
Use seashells, wire, and beads 7:00-8:00 p.m.
crafts while waiting for your WATER OLYMPICS, BWJ222
to create a unique mobile that Sign-up begins
turn to read to Rosie. ages 5-7 years
will always remind you of July 27.
FRIDA & the beach. Have fun with your friends Monday, August 24, 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Sign-up begins August 10.
DIEGO, BWJ207 SPIDERMAN SCIENCE making a magnetic memo
ages 9-12 years BWJ217 board for the new school year. Explore the amazing properties
of water through books and
Thursday, July 23 ages 6-8 years
NINJA TURTLE CUPCAKES hands-on activities.
7:00-8:00 p.m. Monday, August 10, 7:00-7:45 p.m. BWJ220
SJuignne- 2u9p. b e g ins S i g n - u p begins July 27. ages 6-8 years with adult ABORIGINAL DOT
Have you ever wondered how Tuesday, August 18, 7:00-8:30 p.m. PAINTING, BWJ224
Come learn about the art of Spiderman can make webs? Sign-up begins July 27. ages 8-12 years
Mexican artists Frida Kahlo Come join in this top-secret Wednesday, August 26
and Diego Rivera and make a science program to uncover Decorate four cupcakes to look 7:00-8:00 p.m.
project inspired by their work. the amazing abilities of spiders. like the famous turtles! Take Sign-up begins
them home in a bakery box
Journey into the world of August 10.
EVERYONE’S A HERO: arachnids and create your own and enjoy with your friends.
COMIC WORKSHOP, BWJ208 Super Spider. There are about 500 different
ages 8-12 years READING ROCKS! Aboriginal peoples in
STORYTELLING BOOK CLUB, BWJ27 Australia. Come learn about
Friday, July 24, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
ADVENTURES, BWJ213 ages 8-12 years them and create your own
Friday, July 31, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
ages 5-7 years Aboriginal dot art.
Sign-up begins June 29. Thursday, August 20
Wednesday, August 12 3:00-4:00 p.m.
CRAFT MANIA, BWJ481
Join us for this two-part 11:00-11:45 a.m. Sign-up begins July 27.
workshop where you will create Sign-up begins July 27. ages 5-12 years
your own comic book from Read the novel Flora and Friday, August 28, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
start to finish! Learn how to Come one, come all to Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo, Sign-up begins August 10.
write a story, draw a comic, and Mrs. Galliani's storytelling then join us for games, a book
assemble the finished product adventure where you get to discussion, and lots of fun! Take your pick of
into a paperback book. take part in the action! We Register and check out a copy various craft projects
will be acting out the story of of the book at the Children’s and make as many
the Three Little Pigs Reference desk. as you want!
with a twist.

Programs may be photographed
and/or videotaped for library publicity.
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not to be photographed or videotaped.
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f o r t h
must include an adult
Coming this September!
The library will be presenting Safe & Healthy Families, a series of programs,
resources, and interactive exhibits promoting safety and well-being.
Visit brentwoodchild.blogspot.com/p/learningtogether.html to find out more
about this exciting new family program.
HEALTH INSURANCE ASSISTANCE
Wednesdays, July 15 & August 19, 3:30-7:00 p.m. No registration is required.
Trained certified navigators from the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council will be at the library to assist individuals and families in
understanding the insurance options offered by the Affordable Care Act. For further information, call 631-273-7883, ext. 305, 306, 307.
FAMILY GAME NIGHT, BWJ403 STAR LAB, BWJ126 FAMILY CRAFT: BUBBLE ART, BWJ544
ages 5 & up with adult ages 5 years & up ages 2 & up with adult
Tuesday July 7, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 29, Tuesday, August 11, 7:00-7:45 p.m.
Sign-up begins June 22. shows running every half Sign-up begins July 29.
Tuesday August 4, 7:00-8:30 p.m. hour from 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Get creative with your family by making
Sign-up begins July 13. Sign-up begins July 13.
art out of all types of bubbles!
Enjoy some new and old games, including
some video games, with your family. A portable planetarium will be visiting
our library! Enjoy star stories of ancient
FAMILY SUPERHERO CAKE, BWJ221 cultures, gaze in awe at the beauty of the
ages 5 & up with adult constellations, and marvel at the latest
discoveries in astronomy.
Friday, July 17, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Sign-up begins June 29.
CONVERSEMOS: GRUPO DE FAMILIA
Have fun with your family decorating a BWJ593
delicious superhero-themed cake together! ages 5 & up with adult
Thursday, July 30, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
CHILDREN’S MOVIES
Sign-up begins July 13.
ages 3 & up with adult
Come practice your English and
SpongeBob: A Sponge Out of Water
Spanish speaking skills with fun activities
Monday, July 20, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
in a friendly environment.
Annie
Friday, July 31, 2:00-4:00 p.m. CONVERSEMOS: GRUPO DE FAMILIA
BWJ593
Big Hero 6
Monday, August 3, 2:00-3:30 p.m. de edad 5+ con un adulto SUMMER READING CLUB FINALE
PETRA’S PUPPETS: CALLING ALL
Jueves, 30 de Julio, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Paddington
HEROES! BWJ545
Inscripción empieza el 13 de Julio.
Monday, August 17, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Friday, August 21, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Ven a practicar tus habilidades de habla
No registration is required.
Sign-up begins July 27.
Inglés y Español a través de divertidas
Come enjoy a movie with your friends! actividades en un ambiente amistoso. Come celebrate the end of a fantastic
summer with this incredible family
show! Be ready for amazing illusions,
zany puppets, and lots of laughs!
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Parents can check with Youth Services for information
about Nooks for Teens.
Teen
Remember, the Nooks are waiting!
Programs
Registration for July programs begins June 15. Registration for August programs begins July 20. Call 631-273-7883, ext. 308 or 319 or you can register online through the library’s
homepage. Unless specifically mentioned, all teen programs are free and available to Brentwood district teens. Please have a Brentwood Public Library card available when you
register for programs.
CANDY SUSHI, BWY185 EVENING PAINT STUDIO, BWY153
Wednesday, July 15, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Monday, August 10, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
It may look like sushi, but it definitely Enjoy painting? Join us for an afternoon
doesn’t taste like it. Come to our candy of studio style painting where you will be
sushi program where we'll make our own taught how to create your very own
JOIN THE TEEN sushi from candy. "Summer Sunset" masterpiece to take home.
SUMMER READING CLUB!
SUPER SMASH BROS. TOURNAMENT PANCAKES IN PJs, BWY500
BWY173
Wednesday, August 12, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
The first 50 teens to register Friday, July 17, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Stay cozy in your pajamas and create the
receive a prize. For every book Do you think you’re the Super Smash Bros. pancakes of your dreams! We will make
read, you will be entered in a champion? Find out if you have what it takes the pancakes in the library and will provide
to win it all! beverages, syrup, whipped cream, chocolate
raffle to win a prize.
syrup and lots of fun for all.
PAPER TOWNS MOVIE RELEASE
Sign-up begins June 14
PARTY, BWY158
Thursday, July 23, 3:00-4:00 p.m. summer movies
ICE CREAM SUNDAE & ROOT BEER
FLOAT PARTY, BWY594 Are you a fan of John Green’s Paper Towns?
Celebrate the release of the new movie with
Monday, July 6, 3:00-4:00 p.m. trivia, activities, and snacks.
Create your own ice cream sundae using an
assortment of great toppings, and enjoy a BIG SPRING FLING THING CATAPULT
root beer float as well. There will also be a BWY150 HENNA TATTOOS, BWY244
demonstration on how to make ice cream. Wednesday, July 29, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, August 13, 3:00-4:30 p.m.
SUMMER GAMING Assemble a catapult then lay waste to the Join our henna artist, Kathy, and get
castle as they attack, armed with only a temporary henna tattoo. The tattoos
Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18, 25 marshmallow bunnies and chicks for will last 2-4 weeks.
3:00-4:30 p.m. ammunition. A fun way to learn the physics
No registration is required. of parabolic ballistics. SUPERHERO TRAINING:
School is out for the summer, but gaming is SELF DEFENSE FOR TEENS, BWY501
still happening! Join your friends and play WATERCOLOR ART, BWY151
Thursday, August 20, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
video games on our big screen TV. Wednesday, August 5, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Be your own hero! Learn how to protect
FIVE HOUR PRE-LICENSING COURSE Get out of the heat and create a watercolor yourself with this great self-defense course!
BWY32 masterpiece with your friends!
SUPERHERO DOME NECKLACE &
Wednesdays, July 8, 22, August, 5, 19 TIE DYE T-SHIRTS KEYCHAIN, BWY154
4:00-9:00 p.m. BWY152
Friday, August 21, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
You must be 16 years or older and have Thursday, August 6
a learner’s permit to take this mandatory 3:00-4:00 p.m. Show your superhero pride! Create your
course. On the day of the class, bring $35 own superhero emblem necklace
cash or money order made out to AOK Join us for an afternoon or keychain!
Driving School. You must be on time for of tie dying. Bring a white or light grey
class, no one will be admitted after 4:00 p.m. shirt and we will supply the dye and
rubber bands.
Programs may be photographed
and/or videotaped for library publicity.
Please notify library staff if you prefer
not to be photographed or videotaped.
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Parents can check with Youth Services for information
about Nooks for Teens.
Volunteer Opportunities
Remember, the Nooks are waiting!
CHOCOLATEY VILLAINS, BWY155 BOOK BUDDIES,
Monday, August 24, 6:00-7:00 p.m. BWY315
Learn the truth behind sea monster myths and create your own edible Mondays, July 6, 13, 20, 27,
Registration for July programs begins June 15. Registration for August programs begins July 20. Call 631-273-7883, ext. 308 or 319 or you can register online through the library’s superhero symbol using white and dark chocolate. It will be delicious! August 3, 10, 17
homepage. Unless specifically mentioned, all teen programs are free and available to Brentwood district teens. Please have a Brentwood Public Library card available when you 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
register for programs.
ANIME CLUB, BWY136 Help children practice
Thursday, August 27, 3:00-4:30 p.m. reading! You and your
buddy will pick books and read together in the
Meet with other anime fans and discuss your favorite anime show,
library. You must attend the Book Buddy
movie, or manga. We will watch a few episodes of one of your favorite
training on Friday, June 26 from 2:00-3:30 p.m.
shows or an anime movie. Give any suggestions to the teen librarians
in order to be a book buddy.
before the program. Snacks will be served.
CRIMINAL PSYCHOLOGY, BWY156
Friday, August 28, 3:00-4:30 p.m. TOY PARAMEDIC, BWY30
Using case studies with short video clips of various high profile killers we Friday, July 10, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
will explore the criminal mind and discuss how studying these patterns of
Volunteer to help us keep the library’s
behavior have led to the development of the field of criminal profiling.
toddler playtime toys clean and in
tip-top shape.
summer movies
FLASHBACK FRIDAY MOVIE
Friday, July 24, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
No registration is required.
Have you seen all the new movies
already? Join us to watch a classic
movie from the past! Laughs and
snacks guaranteed! TEEN ADVISORY GROUP, BWY035
Movie: Billy Madison Friday, August 7, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Join us for a discussion about books, manga,
AFTERNOON MOVIE FOR TEENS movies, music, video games, and everything
else in between! Any new programs or
Friday, August 14, 3:00-5:00 p.m.
events you would like to see in the library?
No registration is required.
Come and share your ideas! You will also
Catch up with your friends this earn one hour of community service credit.
summer with a movie & snack.
Movie: Project Almanac
KITS FOR KIDS, BWY377
END OF SUMMER DOUBLE FEATURE, BWY157 Wednesday, August 26, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Earn community service hours while
creating crafting “kits” for sick children
Monday, August 31, 3:00-7:00 p.m.
at Good Samaritan Hospital.
The sequels are coming!!! Gear
up for round two of some of your
favorite movies by watching the
originals. Food will be provided.
Movies: Pitch Perfect and Zoolander
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Adult
Children’s
Programs
Programs
Library programs for adults are available to Brentwood Public Library residents, 18 and older. Unless specifically noted, all adult programs
are free. Registration begins Saturday, June 20 for July programs and Saturday, July 18 for August programs. Register online at
for the school aged
brentwoodnylibrary.org, in person, or by phone at 631-273-7883, ext. 347, 305, 306, 307. Please have your Brentwood Public Library
card ready when you register for programs.
SUMMER CONCERTS

ON THE GREEN
MILAGRO TAHLIA FULLER
AND THE SOUNDS OF SANTANA
Friday, August 7, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Friday, July 10, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Listen to Tahlia Fuller’s amazing voice
As part of our Summer Concerts on the while you lounge on the library green.
Green, enjoy the sounds of Santana as performed by the musical group Tahlia has been musically trained in
Milagro. Milagro is a New York based Santana tribute band that will classical voice at Stony Brook University.
have you getting out of your lounge chairs and dancing along to hits She has a versatile range and can sing
like “Maria, Maria” and “Oye Como Va”. pop, jazz, and Broadway standards.

LOS CIEGOS DEL BARRIO STEEL IMPRESSIONS BAND
Friday, July 24, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Friday, August 28, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Los Ciegos Del Barrio is an all-blind, S teel Impressions performs authentic
multi-genre Latin American music C aribbean music: calypso, reggae,
band based out of the New York City and soca tunes on state-of-the-art
area. They specialize in bachata, steel pans. This very talented
merengue, salsa, cumbia, and rock in family of musicians puts on a
both English and Spanish. fabulous show!
E S C A P E T H E O R D I N A R Y
Adult Summer Reading Club 2015
Take time from your busy schedule and join the adult Summer Reading
Club. Read any book of your choice. Every book counts. Participants
will have an opportunity to win weekly prizes or raffles and everyone
will receive a prize for signing up.
Programs may be photographed
and/or videotaped for library publicity.
8 Please notify library staff if you prefer
not to be photographed or videotaped.
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DRIVING GAMES
DEFENSIVE DRIVING SCRABBLE CLUB
Saturdays , July 11 & August 15, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., English, Fridays, July 3, 17 & August 7, 21, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
BWA002 No registration is required.
Saturdays , July 18 & August 22, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Spanish,
All are welcome to play this popular word game. Bring
BWA003
your Scrabble game and put on your thinking cap for an
Sponsored by the Empire Safety Council, this six hour afternoon of fun with friends old and new.
course save ten percent on comprehensive and liability
insurance for three years and removes up to four points
from a driver’s record. $28 in cash or money order is payable
GAMES FOR GROWN-UPS
to the Empire Safety Council on the day of class. Students
attend only one class. Please be punctual. Thursdays, July 9, 23 & August 13, 27, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
No registration is required.

Come to the library and have fun playing a board or card
AARP SAFE DRIVING, BWA001 game. You can bring friends for a friendly game of Clue or
Uno. Make new friends and see who has the better game!
Tuesday, July 21, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Classes are limited to Brentwood residents over 49 years
old. This course saves ten percent on comprehensive and
liability insurance for three years and removes up to four GEN Y KARAOKE & GAME NIGHT
points from a driver’s record. Bring driver’s license to
Friday, July 31, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
registration and to class. A separate check or money order
No registration is required.
payable to AARP, $20 for members and $25 for
non-members, is due on day of class for each participant. Are you between the ages of 18-35 and looking for something
Please be punctual. Students attend only one class. fun and free to do on a Friday night? Come to the Brentwood
Public Library for some games, a little karaoke, and snacks!
CITIZENSHIP EXAM INTERVIEW & PREP COURSE, BWA282
Tuesday, July 14, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
A representative from the United States Citizen and Immigration Services (USCIS) will
speak about how to prepare for the citizenship exam and interview. He will tell you how
to file the citizenship application, explain citizenship and green card requirements, and
answer any questions you may have. Don't miss this informational program.
PET FIRST AID, BWA552 SELF DEFENSE, BWA053
Thursday, August 20, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Learn some of the basic principles of
Learn how to respond to health emergencies and provide
self defense so you can take control
basic first aid for the four-legged members of your family.
of your life and your safety.
Practice and preparation will help you to be calm and
effective in an emergency, protecting you and your animal
from further injury or suffering.
BOOKS FOR THE HOMEBOUND
Valid adult Brentwood Public Library cardholders who cannot come in to the library due to a temporary or permanent
physical disability or confinement at home because of prolonged illness, extended convalescence, or advanced age are eligible
to join this program. In order to receive mail delivery service, the patron will be required to fill out an application and have
it certified by a healthcare provider. If the application is approved, books will be mailed to the patron’s residence and mailed
back to the library by the patron. Postage will be paid both ways by the library.
For information about this free service, call Ms. Schumacher at 631-273-7883, ext. 344 or stop by the Information &
Reference Desk to pick up an application.
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what’s cooking?
Adult
Adult
Programs
Children’s
Programs
Programs
Library programs for adults are available to Brentwood Public Library residents, 18 and older. Unless specifically noted, all adult programs
are free. Registration begins Saturday, June 20 for July programs and Saturday, July 18 for August programs. Register online at
brentwoodnylibrary.org, in person, or by phone at 631-273-7883, ext. 347, 305, 306, 307. Please have your Brentwood Public Library
card ready when you register for programs.
history genealogy
WATERMELON T-SHIRT, BWH233 GENEALOGY 101: HOW TO BEGIN YOUR RESEARCH
Are you interested in knowing more about your family
Tuesday, July 7, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
history? Make an appointment with Mary Ann Koferl for a
Using bandanas and a t-shirt, you will create a private one-hour session by calling 631-273-7883, ext. 309.
cute watermelon shirt for the summertime.

GETTING THE SCOOP ON YOUR ANCESTORS IN NEWSPAPERS
BWH235
JAZZED UP LANTERN JARS, BWH234
Saturday, July 25, 10:00-11:30 a.m. a healthier you
Tuesday, July 21, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Are you yearning to “read all about it?” Newspapers are a fantastic source of
Jazz up your patio this summer with these creative
research leads, information, and historical context for your family history.
Mod Podge lanterns.
Learn the specialized approach that is required to achieve success in
locating the news on your ancestors. Join Lisa Louise Cooke for this
STARFISH BALL, BWH236
important webinar.
Tuesday, August 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Thursday, August 6, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
FINDING FRIEDA AND FRITZ:
This is a project for beach lovers to enjoy! You
IDENTIFYING IMMIGRANT ORIGINS
don't need to live near the beach to create this
BWH238
fun project.
Saturday, August 15, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
BUTTERFLY T-SHIRT, BWH237
Join Karen Matheson for this recorded lecture. Whether your ancestors
Tuesday, August 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m. were Frieda and Fritz or Carmen and Carlos, their names alone may not
accurately reveal their homeland. This class will discuss research
Learn how to enhance your wardrobe with bling!
techniques and strategies that can help you correctly identify the origins
You will iron a butterfly transfer design onto a
of your immigrant ancestors.
t-shirt. Then embellish the transfer using
Diamante crystals.
arts & crafts
FLAGS ARE FOR FLYING FLOWERPOT FULL OF COLOR
4TH OF JULY ARRANGEMENT BWA045
BWA044
Friday, August 14, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Friday, July 3, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Join floral designer Irene Conte-Morgan and
Brentwood floral designer Irene Conte-Morgan will create an eye popping floral arrangement with
demonstrate how to put together a lovely arrangement all of your favorite colors! All materials are
of fresh flowers for your 4th of July tablescape. included. Please bring scissors.
All materials are included. Please bring scissors.
Programs may be photographed
and/or videotaped for library publicity.
Please notify library staff if you prefer
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not to be photographed or videotaped.
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