JULY 3 - Lovely and Amazing
The Marks family is a tightly knit quartet of women. Jane is the affluent matriarch whose three daughters seem to have nothing in common except a strange sort of idealism. Each of the women seeks redemption in her own haphazard way. This is an independent film. Rated R; 89 min.; 2002.
JULY 10 - Changeling
Single mom Christine Collins leaves for work one day and comes home to find her son missing. five months later, the police return a boy to her, but she knows he is not her son. This film follows her struggle as a woman in 1920s Los Angeles trying to find out the truth about her child.
Rated R; 140 min.; 2008.
JULY 17 - Raise the Red Lantern
Songlian, a young educated woman in China must give up her future to become the wife of a wealthy landowner after her father dies. She soon realizes that her master’s attention carries power, status, and privilege. As the competition for the lord’s favor heats up, each wife schemes to make sure she has the red lantern at her door. This is an independent film. Rated PG; 125 min.; 1991.
JULY 24 - Atonement
Thirteen-year-old Briony forever changes the course of several lives when she accuses her older sister’s lover of a crime he did not commit. This story unfolds during the course of World War II.
Rated R; 130 min.; 2007.
JULY 31 - Seven Pounds
An IRS agent with a fateful secret embarks on an extraordinary journey of redemption by forever changing the lives of seven strangers. Rated PG-13; 123 min.; 2008.
Friday, June 26, 2009
Defensive Driving (for everyone)
MONDAY, JULY 20, PART I and TUESDAY, JULY 21, PART II
Or
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, PART I and TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, PART II
From 6 to 9 p.m. Cost: $30 by check or money order, payable to Freeport Consulting Group, Inc. Freeport residents can sign up anytime during July and August. Nonresidents may register for the July 20/21 class starting July 9; nonresidents may register for the August 17/18 class starting August 6. To receive your certificate, you must participate in both Part I and Part II.
Or
MONDAY, AUGUST 17, PART I and TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, PART II
From 6 to 9 p.m. Cost: $30 by check or money order, payable to Freeport Consulting Group, Inc. Freeport residents can sign up anytime during July and August. Nonresidents may register for the July 20/21 class starting July 9; nonresidents may register for the August 17/18 class starting August 6. To receive your certificate, you must participate in both Part I and Part II.
AARP Mature Drivers Course
On WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 and AUGUST 5, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Cost: check or money order payable to AARP; $12 for members, $14 for nonmembers. Freeport residents can sign up at anytime during July and August. Nonresidents may register for the July 1 class starting June 23; for the August 5 class starting July 28.
Cost: check or money order payable to AARP; $12 for members, $14 for nonmembers. Freeport residents can sign up at anytime during July and August. Nonresidents may register for the July 1 class starting June 23; for the August 5 class starting July 28.
Blood Drive
On FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2:30 p.m., Long Island Blood Services will be at the Library to collect blood. Donors must be between the ages of 17 and 75 and weigh at least 110 pounds. Bring valid ID and know your Social Security number. To schedule an appointment, please call the Library’s Job and Education Center at 379-3274, ext. 504.
Teens
Hip-Hop Dance Class presented by Lancelot E. Theobald Jr.
THURSDAY, JULY 23, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
Don’t just sit there! Get up and dance! Come join professional choreographer Lancelot Theobald and learn the latest hip-hop dance steps. Create your own dance moves so you can be the life of the party at your next social event.
THURSDAY, JULY 23, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
Don’t just sit there! Get up and dance! Come join professional choreographer Lancelot Theobald and learn the latest hip-hop dance steps. Create your own dance moves so you can be the life of the party at your next social event.
Teens
Dance Dance Revolution presented by 2 X-treme Entertainment.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Get on your dancing shoes! Dance Dance Revolution has arrived at the Library! Whether you are a beginner or a pro, join us for an afternoon of dancing.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Get on your dancing shoes! Dance Dance Revolution has arrived at the Library! Whether you are a beginner or a pro, join us for an afternoon of dancing.
Teens
Rate a Pizza Pie on FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2 to 4 p.m.
Which pizzeria in town makes the best pizza? We will be tasting pizza from different pizzerias in Freeport and judging who makes it best.
Which pizzeria in town makes the best pizza? We will be tasting pizza from different pizzerias in Freeport and judging who makes it best.
Teens
Stenciled Beach Towel presented by Doris Benter. WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 5 to 6 p.m.
Do you love to go to the beach? Or maybe just sunbathe by the pool? Come decorate your own beach towel using stencils and fabric paints. All materials will be provided, even towels. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.
Do you love to go to the beach? Or maybe just sunbathe by the pool? Come decorate your own beach towel using stencils and fabric paints. All materials will be provided, even towels. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.
Rate a Pizza Pie
FRIDAY, JULY 31, 2 to 4 p.m.
Which pizzeria in Freeport makes the best pizza? We will be tasting pizza from local pizzerias and judging who makes it best. For grades 5 - 6.
Which pizzeria in Freeport makes the best pizza? We will be tasting pizza from local pizzerias and judging who makes it best. For grades 5 - 6.
Endangered Species!
Presented by the Center for Science Teaching and Learning on WEDNESDAY, JULY 29, 11 a.m. to noon. Learn about extinct, endangered, and protected wildlife. Rare and unique confiscated pelts, teeth, and dozens of other specimens are the centerpiece of this eye-opening workshop.
For grades 1-4.
For grades 1-4.
Summer Craft Fun
FRIDAY, JULY 24, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Come explore different crafts you can make with your child and take home. For grades pre-K to 4.
Come explore different crafts you can make with your child and take home. For grades pre-K to 4.
Hip-Hop Dance Class presented by Lance E. Theobald, Jr.
THURSDAY, JULY 23, 7 to 8:15 p.m.
Don’t just sit there! Get up and dance! Come join professional choreographer Lancelot Theobald and learn the latest hip-hop dance steps. Create your own dance moves so you can be the life of the party at your next social event. For grades 5 - 6.
Don’t just sit there! Get up and dance! Come join professional choreographer Lancelot Theobald and learn the latest hip-hop dance steps. Create your own dance moves so you can be the life of the party at your next social event. For grades 5 - 6.
Mask Creations presented by the Long Island Children’s Museum
MONDAY, JULY 20, 11 a.m. to noon.
Throughout history, people made masks to symbolize spirits, animals, emotions, and characters. Learn about the role masks play in ceremonies, festivals, dance, theater, and fashion. Create your own masks by cutting shapes to build low-relief faces. For grades 1-4. A nonrefundable
materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.
Throughout history, people made masks to symbolize spirits, animals, emotions, and characters. Learn about the role masks play in ceremonies, festivals, dance, theater, and fashion. Create your own masks by cutting shapes to build low-relief faces. For grades 1-4. A nonrefundable
materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.
Wizard Cupcakes on a Cone! presented by Leslie Vanegas
For grades 1-2: FRIDAY, JULY 17, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
For grades 3-4: FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Join us as we create magical wizard cupcakes on a cone. Use your imagination as you decorate your own cupcake using edible treats like icing, pretzels, and candy. Then enjoy eating your wizardly creation as we read a few magical stories. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.
For grades 3-4: FRIDAY, AUGUST 7, 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Join us as we create magical wizard cupcakes on a cone. Use your imagination as you decorate your own cupcake using edible treats like icing, pretzels, and candy. Then enjoy eating your wizardly creation as we read a few magical stories. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.
Finish the Lyrics
TUESDAY, JULY 14, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Think you know all the words to the songs by the popular singers of today such as the Jonas Brothers, Hannah Montana, and Beyoncé? Then come try your luck as we play parts of a song and you try to fi nish the lyrics. Win a prize if you get the most right. For grades 5 - 6.
Think you know all the words to the songs by the popular singers of today such as the Jonas Brothers, Hannah Montana, and Beyoncé? Then come try your luck as we play parts of a song and you try to fi nish the lyrics. Win a prize if you get the most right. For grades 5 - 6.
Summer Crafty Fun prested by Patti Rossi
Ages 3 - 4: MONDAY, JULY 13 and AUGUST 3, 11 a.m. to noon.
Grades 1-4: MONDAY, JULY 27 and AUGUST 10, 11 a.m. to noon.
Come in and get cool while creating some fun summer crafts. Paint and decorate a backyard birdhouse, a stylish beach bag, a sun-out-of -your eyes visor, and a flip-flop frame to hold your summer memories.
This program is made possible by a grant from the Long Island Arts Council.
Grades 1-4: MONDAY, JULY 27 and AUGUST 10, 11 a.m. to noon.
Come in and get cool while creating some fun summer crafts. Paint and decorate a backyard birdhouse, a stylish beach bag, a sun-out-of -your eyes visor, and a flip-flop frame to hold your summer memories.
This program is made possible by a grant from the Long Island Arts Council.
Creative Summer Origami
Presented by MaryAnn Schlebein-Dawson on FRIDAY, JULY 10, 11 a.m. to noon.
All you need are your hands and some paper, and you can fold just about anything. Learn how to “unfold” the magic in a single piece of paper without using glue, tape, or scissors. For grades 2-4. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.
All you need are your hands and some paper, and you can fold just about anything. Learn how to “unfold” the magic in a single piece of paper without using glue, tape, or scissors. For grades 2-4. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.
News, Notables, and the Nation with Howard J. Shurdut
On THURSDAYS, JULY 30 and AUGUST 27, 2:30 p.m. Join Harvard graduate and world traveler Howard Shurdut. We will explore the events and the movers and shakers shaping
our world today. He will offer his opinion and insights for audience debate.
our world today. He will offer his opinion and insights for audience debate.
Kayaking on Long Island
Presented by Nick De Nezzo on FRIDAY, JULY 17, 7 p.m. Long Island, with over 1,600 miles of coastline including ocean, bays and rivers, is an ideal place to kayak. Learn about the different types of kayaks and where to kayak. Mr. De Nezzo will also review different strokes, rescue manuevers, and equipment choices.
Surviving the Current Job Market
Presented by Barbara Walters, President of Advantage Search Partners.On WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 7:30 p.m. This workshop is for people who have been laid off, are concerned about losing their jobs, or who want to learn how to succeed in finding the right job.
Are You an Entrepreneur?
Presented by Community Development Corporation on TUESDAY, JULY 14, 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.
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.
Great Books: Fifth Reading Series with Dave Opatow
A Voyage to the Country of the Houyhnhnms by Jonathan Swift. On Tuesday, July 14, at 1:30 p.m.
Enjoy this excerpt from Swift’s most famous work, Gulliver’s Travels, a satire on human nature. This is Swift’s best known full-length work, and is a classic of English literature.
Enjoy this excerpt from Swift’s most famous work, Gulliver’s Travels, a satire on human nature. This is Swift’s best known full-length work, and is a classic of English literature.
Let’s Talk About It: Love, Forgiveness, and Wisdom
Led by Dr. Annette Labovitz on WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 1 p.m.
Atonement by Ian McEwan.
Thirteen-year-old Briony forever changes the course of several lives when she accuses her older sister’s lover of a crime he did not commit. This story unfolds during the course of World War II. The film will be shown on Friday, July 24 at 3 and 7 p.m. Let’s Talk About It: Love & Forgiveness, a reading and discussion series, has been made possible by a grant from the Fetzer Institute and the American Library Association.
Atonement by Ian McEwan.
Thirteen-year-old Briony forever changes the course of several lives when she accuses her older sister’s lover of a crime he did not commit. This story unfolds during the course of World War II. The film will be shown on Friday, July 24 at 3 and 7 p.m. Let’s Talk About It: Love & Forgiveness, a reading and discussion series, has been made possible by a grant from the Fetzer Institute and the American Library Association.
Video Courses presented by William Coble
TUESDAYS, 1 p.m.
The Library continues its series of the plays of Shakespeare.
Pericles (1606)
JULY 7
Coriolanus (1608)
JULY 21 and 28
The Library continues its series of the plays of Shakespeare.
Pericles (1606)
JULY 7
Coriolanus (1608)
JULY 21 and 28
Talking about Literature - July 10
FRIDAY, noon to 1:30 p.m. Bring your lunch and join us for a lively book discussion. We provide a beverage and a dessert. Books are available at the Circulation Desk four weeks in advance.
No registration is required.
The Gathering by Anne Enright. Leader: Caroline Fenyo.
Nine members of the Hegarty clan gather for the wake of their drowned brother Liam. His sister Veronica remembers the thirty year-old secret he shared with her. It is a betrayal that spans
three generations.
No registration is required.
The Gathering by Anne Enright. Leader: Caroline Fenyo.
Nine members of the Hegarty clan gather for the wake of their drowned brother Liam. His sister Veronica remembers the thirty year-old secret he shared with her. It is a betrayal that spans
three generations.
Digital Photography for Beginners
Presented by Stuart Gershon. Our series on digital photography continues with the following programs:
Digital Photography: Your Camera, MONDAY, JULY 13, 7 p.m.
Have a digital camera but don’t know how to use it? This hands-on class will help you fi nd the important features and settings that make using your camera easy and efficient. Registration is limited to 13 participants. Freeport residents may register at the Reference Desk anytime; nonresidents may register beginning Monday, July 6.
Digital Photography: The Secrets of Picasa
MONDAY, JULY 27, 7 p.m.
Learn how to use Picasa, Google’s free photo-editing software. No registration required.
Digital Photography: Your Camera, MONDAY, JULY 13, 7 p.m.
Have a digital camera but don’t know how to use it? This hands-on class will help you fi nd the important features and settings that make using your camera easy and efficient. Registration is limited to 13 participants. Freeport residents may register at the Reference Desk anytime; nonresidents may register beginning Monday, July 6.
Digital Photography: The Secrets of Picasa
MONDAY, JULY 27, 7 p.m.
Learn how to use Picasa, Google’s free photo-editing software. No registration required.
Microsoft Word
Presented by Western Suffolk BOCES.
SATURDAYS, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Part I: JULY 18, Part II: JULY 25
In this two-part course, you will learn the basics of word processing and how to use Microsoft Word 2007 to create and edit documents. Freeport residents may register at the Reference Desk anytime; nonresidents may register beginning Monday, July 13.
SATURDAYS, 9:30 a.m. to noon, Part I: JULY 18, Part II: JULY 25
In this two-part course, you will learn the basics of word processing and how to use Microsoft Word 2007 to create and edit documents. Freeport residents may register at the Reference Desk anytime; nonresidents may register beginning Monday, July 13.
Art Lecture
Art Deco Style in Paris and New York presented by Vesna Mison,
artist and art historian.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2:30 p.m.
Art Deco was a popular international art design movement from 1925 to 1939. Ms. Mison will explain how this style manifested itself in architecture, interior design, industrial design, fashion, painting, the graphic arts, and film.
artist and art historian.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2:30 p.m.
Art Deco was a popular international art design movement from 1925 to 1939. Ms. Mison will explain how this style manifested itself in architecture, interior design, industrial design, fashion, painting, the graphic arts, and film.
Art Exhibits - Freeport Memories
Reception: SATURDAY, JULY 11, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The Freeport Memorial Library and the Freeport Historical Society present an exhibit of photographs of houses, events, and people from historic Freeport. If you have items you would like to share, please bring them to the July 11 reception.
The Freeport Memorial Library and the Freeport Historical Society present an exhibit of photographs of houses, events, and people from historic Freeport. If you have items you would like to share, please bring them to the July 11 reception.
Doo Wop, Rock & Roll, and Country Show
Presented by the Vic Vincent Group.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 7 p.m.
The Vic Vincent Group will perform songs from favorite artists including the Del Vikings, Buddy Holly, and Johnny Cash.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 7 p.m.
The Vic Vincent Group will perform songs from favorite artists including the Del Vikings, Buddy Holly, and Johnny Cash.
The Concertos of Ludwig van Beethoven
Presented by musicologist Dr. Stuart Bailin.
THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2 p.m.
Dr. Bailin will discuss the concertos of Beethoven. He will illustrate this lecture with selections taken from Beethoven’s music.
THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2 p.m.
Dr. Bailin will discuss the concertos of Beethoven. He will illustrate this lecture with selections taken from Beethoven’s music.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Punch and Judy Visit the Library for the Summer Reading Club Kickoff Party!
presented by the Long Island Puppet Theatre and Museum on Friday, June 26, 2:30 p.m.
Get ready to laugh out loud when former Freeport resident Roman Valdes and the Long Island Puppet Theatre and Museum visit the library to perform their rendition of Punch and Judy on a reading adventure! This program is for grades K-6.
Get ready to laugh out loud when former Freeport resident Roman Valdes and the Long Island Puppet Theatre and Museum visit the library to perform their rendition of Punch and Judy on a reading adventure! This program is for grades K-6.
Defensive Driving (for everyone)
SATURDAYS, JUNE 20, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cost: $30 by check or money order, payable to Freeport Consulting Group, Inc. Freeport residents may register at any time; nonresidents may register for the June 20 class starting June 11.
Cost: $30 by check or money order, payable to Freeport Consulting Group, Inc. Freeport residents may register at any time; nonresidents may register for the June 20 class starting June 11.
Bus Trip Kykuit, North Tarrytown, NY
Date: WEDNESDAY, June 24
Cost: $84.00
Bus leaves: 8 a.m.
Bus returns: 5 p.m. (approx.)
Our first stop will be a tour of the spectacularly beautiful Kykuit,
overlooking the Hudson River, the former home of the Rockefellers.
After a tour of the mansion, we will visit a series of beautifully terraced gardens. Then we will be on our way to the Sea Cove Restaurant for lunch. The cost of the trip includes roundtrip transportation in a luxury coach, admission to the mansion and gardens, lunch, taxes, and some gratuities. Registration for Freeport residents begins on Tuesday, May 5; nonresidents, Tuesday, May 12.
Cost: $84.00
Bus leaves: 8 a.m.
Bus returns: 5 p.m. (approx.)
Our first stop will be a tour of the spectacularly beautiful Kykuit,
overlooking the Hudson River, the former home of the Rockefellers.
After a tour of the mansion, we will visit a series of beautifully terraced gardens. Then we will be on our way to the Sea Cove Restaurant for lunch. The cost of the trip includes roundtrip transportation in a luxury coach, admission to the mansion and gardens, lunch, taxes, and some gratuities. Registration for Freeport residents begins on Tuesday, May 5; nonresidents, Tuesday, May 12.
Freeport Cinema, Friday at 3 and 7 p.m.
The Incredible Hulk
JUNE 19
Scientist Bruce Banner desperately hunts for a cure
to the gamma radiation that poisoned his cells and
unleashed the rage within him. Rated PG-13; 114 min; 2008.
JUNE 19
Scientist Bruce Banner desperately hunts for a cure
to the gamma radiation that poisoned his cells and
unleashed the rage within him. Rated PG-13; 114 min; 2008.
News, Notables, and the Nation
with Howard J. Shurdut.
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2:30 p.m.
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.
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2:30 p.m.
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.
Introducción a la Búsqueda de Trabajo en el Internet
presentado por Mary Robinson y Elsa Hernandez.
LUNES, EL 22 DE JUNIO, de las 2:30 p.m. a las 4:30 p.m.
La bibliotecaria Mary Robinson y Elsa Hernandez, discutirá
páginas que pueden ayudar con la búsqueda de trabajo en
línea.
LUNES, EL 22 DE JUNIO, de las 2:30 p.m. a las 4:30 p.m.
La bibliotecaria Mary Robinson y Elsa Hernandez, discutirá
páginas que pueden ayudar con la búsqueda de trabajo en
línea.
Video Courses presented by William Coble
The Library continues its series of the plays of Shakespeare.
TUESDAYS at 1 p.m.
Antony and Cleopatra (1606)
JUNE 2 and 16
Timon of Athens (1606)
JUNE 23
Pericles Prince of Tyre (1606)
JUNE 30
TUESDAYS at 1 p.m.
Antony and Cleopatra (1606)
JUNE 2 and 16
Timon of Athens (1606)
JUNE 23
Pericles Prince of Tyre (1606)
JUNE 30
Let’s Talk About It: Love, Forgiveness and Wisdom
Led by Dr. Annette Labovitz.
The Essential Rumi
translated by Coleman Barks
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, at 1 p.m.
Experience the gorgeous simplicity of Rumi’s mystic
poetry. Coleman Barks’ translation has done justice
to the essence of Rumi’s poetry.
Let’s Talk About It: Love & Forgiveness, a reading and
discussion series, has been made possible by a grant.
The Essential Rumi
translated by Coleman Barks
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, at 1 p.m.
Experience the gorgeous simplicity of Rumi’s mystic
poetry. Coleman Barks’ translation has done justice
to the essence of Rumi’s poetry.
Let’s Talk About It: Love & Forgiveness, a reading and
discussion series, has been made possible by a grant.
Soul with Heart Book Club
Seen It All and Done the Rest by Pearl Cleage.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, AT 7 p.m.
Cleage provides an intricate tale of politics, blackmail, and murder.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, AT 7 p.m.
Cleage provides an intricate tale of politics, blackmail, and murder.
The “Something Special” Big Band
On WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 7 p.m., Phil Costa leads a 17-piece Count
Basie–style band, performing new jazz and great nostalgic hits
from the 1930s to the 1950s. Five saxophones, four trumpets, four
trombones, four rhythm musicians, and a blues vocalist make for a
terrific sound.
Basie–style band, performing new jazz and great nostalgic hits
from the 1930s to the 1950s. Five saxophones, four trumpets, four
trombones, four rhythm musicians, and a blues vocalist make for a
terrific sound.
Opera Video and Discussion presented by William Coble
Rusalka by Antonín Dvořák
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, AT 1 p.m.
A unique aspect of this opera is Rusalka, a water nymph, who is
not allowed to speak (or sing) for a portion of the work.
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, AT 1 p.m.
A unique aspect of this opera is Rusalka, a water nymph, who is
not allowed to speak (or sing) for a portion of the work.
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