John Starks visits FML

Former New York Knicks player John Starks came to the Freeport Memorial Library to promote the Knicks Read to Achieve program. The program was presented by Power to Learn, a service of Cablevision, and sponsored by Kia Motors and the Knicks. Pictured with Mr. Starks are library staff members Ms. Karen Farrell, Ms. Cindy Soto, and Mr. Andrew Soto.

Tancredi Donation

The Tancredi family of Freeport donated a crêpe myrtle to the Freeport Memorial Library. Ms. Rita Tancredi is shown presenting the tree to Mr. Denton Watson, President of the Library Board.

Video Game Showdown 2009 for Teens

Do you think you’re the best at video games? Then come to our annual competition on Wednesday, August 19th from 2 to 4 p.m., and try your luck.

Young Adult Summer Reading Club Party

On Tuesday, August 18, from 10 a.m. to noon, celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Club with us. We will be serving brunch and playing Wii. This program is open to all teens who participate in the Summer Reading Club.

American Karaoke Idol for Teens

Have you ever been told that you could be the next Rhianna or Ne-Yo? Or do you just like to sing? Come show Randy, Paula, and Simon what you’ve got as we play American Karaoke Idol on Friday, August 14 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Make Your Own Jewelry for Teens

On Wednesday, August 12, from 2:30 to 4 p.m., come to the Library and create some cool jewelry such as a bracelet or a necklace using a colorful assortment of stylish beads and charms. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Cookie-Cutter Cake for Teens

On Thursday, August 6, from 5:45 to 7 p.m., MaryAnne Impostato will be at the Library to help you choose a cookie cutter and design your cake using colorful frosting, pastry bags, and tips. Then bring home a cake the whole family can enjoy. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Scavenger Hunt

On Wednesday, August 26, 9 to 11 a.m. It’s time for our annual scavenger hunt! Participate in this hunt at the Library and win prizes. You will be searching for clues before the Library opens at 10 a.m. Be at the north parking lot entrance at 9 a.m. and the Library staff will let you in. Refreshments will be served. For grades 5 - 6.

End of the Summer Reading Club Party 2009 for Tweens

On Monday, August 17, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., come celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Club with us. We will be serving lunch and playing American Karaoke Idol. This program is open to all tweens who participated in the Summer Reading Club. For grades 5 - 6.

Summer Reading Club Party: Harry Potter Magic Show

Presented by the Arnie Kolodner Magic Theatre. On Monday, August 17, 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m., there will be a party for all those involved in the Summer Reading Clubs. Award-winning magician and actor Arnie Kolodner portrays Professor Dumbledore as he leads the children in a wizarding class at Hogwarts. He causes objects to appear, disappear, transfigure and levitate. From August 1 through 15, Reading Club, members will have to notify staff which party they will be attending. Free tickets will be distributed.

Be Creative with Music

Presented by Pamela Carlton, M.T., B.C. On Thursday, August 13 from 10 to 10:30 a.m.: grades preK to K and 11 a.m. to noon: for grades 1-4. This music workshop will include interactive songs to encourage children to express themselves through musicmaking. A variety of percussion and melodic percussion instruments will be introduced in this enjoyable educational event.

Chasing Rainbows: A Story-telling Musical Concert

Presented by Nadine Scharman, Vivian Israel, and Nicole Padden. On Wednesday, August 12, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. This performance of Nadine Scharman’s original book, Chasing Rainbows, will feature multicultural songs from Italy, Spain, Israel, Mexico, Japan and Nigeria. The North Merrick Children’s Choir will be singing. Audience participation will be encouraged.

Video Game Showdown 2009

On Wednesday, August 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. Think you’re the best at video games? Then come to our annual competition and try your luck. For grades 5 - 6.

Cookie-Cutter Cake

Presented by MaryAnne Impostato. On Thursday, August 6, from 4 to 5:15 p.m. Choose a cookie cutter and design a cake using colorful frosting, pastry bags, and tips. Then bring home a cake the whole family can enjoy. For grades 5 - 6. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Dinosaurs

Presented by the Center for Science Teaching and Learning. On Wednesday, August 5, from 11 to 11:45 a.m. Examine a dig site, using math as well as science to create investigation grids. Dig for bones and other evidence of early life by using a variety of authentic tools. For grades 1-4.

Wizard Cupcakes on a Cone

Presented by Leslie Vanegas; On Friday, August 7 from 11 to 11:45 a.m. (For grades 3-4). 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.

Freeport Cinema at 3 and 7 p.m.

On August 7, the Library presents, Frost/Nixon: for three years after being forced from office, Richard Nixon remains silent. Then in the summer of 1977, the former president agrees to sit with David Frost for one all-inclusive interview to answer questions about his time in office and the Watergate scandal that ended his presidency; Rated R; 122 min.; 2008.

On August 21, the Library presents, In Bruges; after a difficult job in London, two hit men are ordered by their boss to cool their heels in Bruges, Belgium. Very much out of their comfort zone, the two men fill their days living like tourists and eventually change their views of life and death. This is an independent film; Rated R; 107 min.; 2008.

On August 28, the Library presents, Body of Lies: in this bold spy thriller, the CIA is on the hunt for the mastermind responsible for a wave of terrorist attacks in Europe. As CIA operative Roger Ferris nears his target, he discovers trust can be just as dangerous as it is necessary for survival; Rated R; 128 min.; 2008.

Identity Theft

On Thursday, August 13, at 2:30 p.m., a representative from the New York State Attorney General’s office will discuss how to protect yourself from identity theft and what steps to take if you become a victim.

Transit Solutions: How to Get Around Long Island for Less

A representative from Transit Solutions will be at the Library on Wednesday, August 12 at 2:30 p.m., for an informative session that includes an overview of Long Island’s transit system and the various options and discounts available. This program is presented by the Metropolitan Transit Association.

Home Staging to Sell Your House

On Tuesday, August 11 at 7:30 p.m., Inside Out Design, Incorporated, will be at the Freeport Memorial Library with some helpful hints about selling your home. If you do not know what home staging is and if you don't know the top ten reasons your house is not selling, Inside Out Design will teach you some easy steps to repair and update your home. Topics will include landscaping, room makeovers, and more.

Home Foreclosure: Where to Turn for Help

On Tuesday, August 4, at 7:30 p.m., Seidia Bernard, Esquire of the Nassau County Bar Association. Ms. Bernard, an experienced commercial attorney, will focus on providing practical advice to homeowners who are facing deliquency and/or foreclosure on their home mortgages.

Spanish for Adults presented by Nassau Community College

On August 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. An instructor from Nassau Community College will begin a four-week beginner’s workshop is for adults who want to learn everyday Spanish words and phrases and for those who just want to brush up on their skills. Freeport residents may register at the Reference Desk anytime; nonresidents register beginning July 14.

Core Four Business Planning

Presented by Community Development Corporation on Mondays, AUGUST 4, 11, 18, and 25, from 6 to 9 p.m. The Cost is $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 business plans. For more information and to register, please phone (631) 471-1215 and ask for Core Four.

Great Books: Fifth Reading Series with Dave Opatow

On Tuesday, August 11 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. The next reading will be Poetry by Derek Walcott. In 1992, Mr. Walcott became the first West Indian writer to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature. The selections chosen for discussion are “The Schooner’s Flight” and “A Far Cry from Africa.”

Video Courses presented by William Coble

On Tuesdays at 1 p.m. The Library continues its series of the plays of Shakespeare with Cymbeline (1609) on August 4 and
The Winter’s Tale (1610) on August 18 & 25.

Talking about Literature - Friday, August 7, at noon

Angle of Repose by Wallace Stegner; Leader: Suzanne Welker. Lyman Ward, a retired historian who is ill and wheelchair-bound, researches and writes about his pioneer grandparents. Angle
of Repose was the winner of the Pulitzer Prize for fiction in 1972.

Digital Photography: Memories and Magic

On Monday, August 24, 7 p.m., learn how to use a scanner to preserve and restore your photos and important documents. No registration is required.

Digital Photography: Special Projects

On Monday, August 10, 7 p.m., learn how to use digital photos to make collages, calendars, photo layouts, and more. No registration required.

Microsoft Word (en español)

Presentado por Western Suffolk BOCES en Sabados, de 9:30 a.m. a mediodía; Parte I: 8 DE AGOSTO y Parte II: 15 DE AGOSTO. En este curso de dos partes, usted aprenderá lo basico del
procesamiento de texto y como utilizar Microsoft Word 2007 para crear y corregir documentos. Los recidentes de Freeport pueden inscribirse en el Escritorio de Referencia en cualquier tiempo; los no residents el lunes, 3 de agosto.

Art Exhibit - Abstract Painting by Cristina Artusa

From August 3 to 29, the Freeport Memorial Library will have the artwork of Cristina Artusa on display. Ms. Artusa, a graduate of Molloy College, has had several exhibits on Long Island. Her abstract paintings are created using acrylic paints and a spackle knife.

Merilee’s Melodies: The Music of Harry Warren

Presented by vocalist Merilee Kaufman on Thursday, August 27, at 2 p.m. Ms. Kaufman has studied piano, jazz-dance, ballet, voice, and acting. Harry Warren wrote over 700 songs including “You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby”, and “That’s Amore”.

JazzBone - Friday, August 14, 7:30 p.m.

Performed by Scott Ross, John La’Cella, and Bobby Cattrano. JazzBone is an accomplished group who will perform great jazz music.

Classics to Jazz - Thursday, August 6, 2 p.m.

Presented by pianist and lecturer, Dr. Judith Alstadter. Dr. Alstadter has given concerts and lectures throughout Long Island. She will discuss and play musical selections ranging from classics to jazz.