Save the Date!

Our annual bus trip to see the Radio City Christmas Spectacular will take place on Tuesday, November 29 and Thursday, December 8. The cost is $70 per person which includes cost of the show and travel to and from Radio City; lunch will be on your own. Freeeport residents may purchase tickets in the Library's lobby on Tuesday, November 1st; non-residents on Monday, November 7.

St. Francis Hospital Outreach Mobile Van

On Monday, October 24 at 10 a.m., the St. Francis Hospital Community Outreach Mobile Bus will visit the Library and provide free blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, and cardiac screenings. Patient education will be provided. Physician referrals are needed for clients under the age of 18. No registration is required.

So You Want to Be a Ghost Hunter?

On Sunday, October 23 at 2 p.m., journey with Long Island's most famous pair of ghost hunters as they investigate Long Island graveyards and other haunted locations. Through video, still photography, and voice recordings, Joseph Flammer and Diane Hill of Paranormal Adventurers offer evidence of ghostly phenomena. The audience is encouraged to share their personal paranormal experiences. Please register at the Reference Desk.

Famous Freeporters: Saints, Sinners, and Stars

On Saturday, October 22 at 2 p.m., join us as the Library welcomes Freeport High School class of 1956 to its 55th reunion and to a presentation on notable Freeporters. We will discuss the lives and accomplishments of local celebrities including Lou Reed, Harold Varmus, Elinor Smith, George Morton Levy, Erik Larson, D'Brickashaw Ferguson, and more.

Resolving Disputes Using Mediation

On Tuesday, October 18 at 7 p.m., join Jennifer Roache and Greg Santi of R & S Alternative Dispute Solutions to learn about resolving your personal and professional disputes using mediation. Please register at the Reference Desk.

All About eBay

On Saturday, October 15 from 10 a.m. to noon, Sharper Training Solutions will be at the Library to teach you how to buy and sell items using eBay, one of the most popular online auction websites. Please register at the Reference Desk.

Mind and Memory

On Wednesday, October 12 at 2:30 p.m., the Visting Nurse Association of Long Island will be at the Library to dispel myths about memory and give you tips for how to improve your memory and when to consult a physician. Please register at the Reference Desk.

Taxpayer's Forum

On Wednesday, October 5 at 7 p.m., Donald Clavin Jr., receiver of taxes for the Town of Hempstead, will be at the Library to explain how to lower your tax bill through property tax exemptions (Seniors, STAR, Veterans, Disability, Home Improvement, etc.). Find out how to challenge your assessment and receive a tax reduction. Learn about new payment options, and hear a preview of future programs.

WWE History program

On Sunday, October 2 at 2:30 p.m., Brian Shields, author of the WWE Encyclopedia, a program on the history of the World Wrestling Entertainment. This two-hour program will be very popular so please sign up at the Reference Desk.

Bernard Rader, WWII Veteran and POW

On Thursday, September 22 at 6:30 p.m. join Freeporter Bernie Rader, a rifleman for the 94th Infantry Division, 301st Regiment, who survived captivity and starvation as a prisoner of war, but found friendship among the local countrymen. In 2007, Mr. Rader was awarded the French Legion of Honor for all his efforts in the war.

Making Home Videos Look Proferssional

On Saturday, September 17 from 2 to 4 p.m., join award-winning film producer and director Carol Mignano as he shows you how to effectively work your camera and shares his techniques on how to create memorable and professional-looking home videos. Bring your video cameras! Please register at the Reference Desk.

Identity Theft presented by Bethpage Federal Credit Union

Do you know how information is stolen? Discover how identity thieves obtain personal information, how to protect yourself, and what to do if you are ever a victim.

Immigration Information Program

On Thursday, September 15 at 7:30 p.m., Linda G. Nanos, Esquire of the Nassau County Bar Association will answer your questions on various immigration topics.

All About Facebook presented by Sharper Training Solutions, Inc.

On Saturday, Saturday 10 from 10 a.m. to noon learn everything about Facebook, the popular social networking website. This class is suitable for beginners, so bring your questions. Please register at the Reference Desk.

Welcome Back to Table Theater

On Thursday, September 8 at 2:30 p.m., The Freeport Memorial Library and Sue Klein are delighted to invite you to enjoy the art of acting while sitting. We will read Neil Simon's Come Blow Your Horn, which can picked up at the Circulation Desk. Please register at the Reference Desk.

Senior Property-tax Reduction for the Village of Freeport and Nassau County

On Wednesday, September 7 and Monday, September 19 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., by appointment only, Mr. Joseph Mazza will be at the Library to help applicants with annual incomes of less tha $40,000 to complete initial applications and annual renewal forms for property-tax reductions. Bring your renewal form or pick up an application at the Library. Please call the Reference Desk to schedule a one-hour appointment.

Signs of Nonviolence

Join us as we kick off the Library's participation in the Signs of Nonviolence campaign, a countywide, month-long initiative sponsored by Freeport Pride. The Library will display a banner throughout the campaign, and we have prepared a bibliography of books and materials dealing with nonviolence. The bibliography is available at the Reference Desk.

Anti-Bullying program presented by Jamie Isaacs

On Sunday, October 2 from 2 to 4 p.m., Jamie Isaacs, the fifteen-year-old founder of the Jamie Isaacs Foundation for Anti-Bullying, will discuss the need for parents and teachers to be aware of bullying situations, and provide various techniques for coping with the effects of bullying. Please register at the Reference Desk.

Book Sale co-sponsored by the Friends of the Freeport Memorial Library

Starting Friday, September 30 from 1 - 8 p.m.; Saturday, October 1 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, October 2 from 1 to 4 p.m., the Library will be co-hosting a book sale of gently used books in the lobby of the Library. Bring a friend and buy a book or two.

Fall Festival

On Saturday, October 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., come celebrate Fall at our fun family festival where we have will have something for everyone! Enjoy the petting zoo, spin art, ring toss, cotton candy, Italian ices, hot pretzels, an inflatable obstacle course, and one of our very own Freeport Fire Department trucks for kids to sit on! At 2 p.m., you can clap your hands and stomp your feet while listening to the Grumbling Rustic Bluegrass Band.

Kevin Maynor, bass and Eric Olsen, pianist

On Sunday, September 11, at 2:30 p.m., Mr. Maynor will sing Songs and Dances of Death by Modest Mussorgsky, Ruckert-Lieder by Gustav Mahler, and Four Serious Songs by Johannes Brahms.

Berman Does Garland

On Wednesday, September 14, at 2 p.m., vocalist Lisa Berman becomes Judy Garland as she goes through the repertoire with pianist Stephen Goldstein. Narrator Ruthe McKeown provides the story on the turbulent life and career of Judy Garland.

On A Positive Note

On Sunday, September 18 at 2:30 p.m., join the Long Island Composers Alliance as they perform a delightful concert filled with original piano solos, duets, and flute music, composed and performed by distinguished members of LICA.

The Latin Jazz Coalition

On Sunday, September 25 at 2:30 p.m., celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and listen to the rhythms of this multitalented Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, and traditional American jazz band.

Grumbling Rustic Bluegrass Band

On Saturday, October 1, at 2 p.m., as part of the Library's fall festival, stomp your feet to the sounds of traditional bluegrass music!

An Afternoon of Italian Music

On Sunday, October 9, at 2:30 p.m., performer Gino Napoli will bring you to Italy as he presents authentic Italian music, from old Neapolitan classics to modern Italian songs.

Virtuoso Superstars of Classical Music

On Thursday, October 13 at 2 p.m., Philip Malamud will present the first of his annual reviews of some of the superstar performers playing in the New York area. You will hear the music of Beethoven, Mozart, and others.

The Broadway You Know and Don't Know

Presented by the Edgar J. Lehrman Memorial Foundation. On Sunday, October 16 at 2:30 p.m., join soprano/actress Helene Williams and husband Leonard Lehrman in this crossover program, as they sing a dazzaling array of Broadway love songs and showstoppers, from old favorites to undersung gems.

The Merrick Symphony Chamber Orchestra

On Sunday, october 23 at 2:30 p.m., the Merrick Symphony Chamber Orchestra wil provide us with an entertaining concert with compositions by Mozart, Bizet, Ravel, Vivaldi, Weber, Strauss Sr., Suk (arr.Hayman) with violinist Byung-Kook Kwak.

Freeport Author Neil Curtis

No God? Know God: The Non-Religious Secret to an Infinite Life by Neil Curtis, with Daihana Torres. The longtime Freeport resident and author is owner of Retro (Al B. White's) on Brooklyn Avenue, is pictured here with town historian and Freeport Memorial Library librarian Cynthia Krieg, donating copies of his new book to the Library.

Free film

Join us on Friday, July 29 at 3 and 7 pm for a screening of the film, Takers. A notorious group of criminals continue to baffle plice by pulling off perfectly executed bank robberies. When they attempt to pull off one last job with more money at stake than ever before, the crew finds their plans interrupted by a hardened detective who is hell-bent on solving the case. Rated PG-13, 107 min., 2010.

Summer Blood Drive

On Thursday, August 25, from 1 pm to 8:30 pm, the LongIsland 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 your Social Security number. To schedule an appointment, please call the Reference Department at 516-379-3274, ext. 505.

Nineteenth-Century Vintage Baseball

During the month of August, curators Marc Josloff and Ed Elmore will display their unique collection of old baseball memorabilia. The reception for this event will be Saturday, August 27, 11 am to 1 pm.

eBooks and Audiobooks online presented by Sharper Training Solutions

On Saturday, July 23 from 10 a.m. to noon, learn how to download Overdrive eBooks and audiobooks fromt he Nassau Digital Doorway to your ebook reader or MP3 player.

Are you an Entrepreneur?

Join the Community Development Corporation at the Library on Thursday, July 15 from 7 to 9 p.m. for a free introdutory business-planning course.

Paninis to Go! presented by the Passionate Palate

On Thursday, August 18 at 2:30 p.m., join chef JoAnn Tiranno of the Passionate Palate and learn all about panini making. There will be a sampling for all. Registration begins on Tuesday, July 5 at the Reference Desk. Limited to 20 adults.

Lawn Care and Our Environment

The Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County will be at the Library on Saturday, August 13 at 10 a.m. to discuss how to maintain a successful, low-maintenance lawn.

Bone Health: Prevention and Treatment

The Visiting Nurse Association of Long Island will be at the Library on Wednesday, August 10 at 2:30 p.m., to discuss the proper way to prevent and treat osteoporosis and osteoarthrities and how to live a more productive life with these conditions.

Core Four Business Planning

Join the Comminty Development Corporation on Thursdays, August 4,11,18, and 25 from 6-9 p.m., and learn how to set a business. The course provides planning concepts and tools to help existing and potential business owners determine the viability of their businesses. For more information and to register, please phone 631-471-1215 and ask for Core Four. The cost is $40 which will be refunded to those who attend all four sessions.

Scrapbooking for Adults presented by Kathy Giouvalakis

On Saturday, July 30 at 10 a.m., learn how to create your own unique scrapbook album using all kinds of crafty items. Bring 5-7 pictures and get ready to decorate. Registration begins on Tuesday, July 5 at the Reference Desk. Limited to 15 adults.

Let's Make Pizza! presented Kathy Giouvalakis

On Wednesday, July 27 from 3 to 4:15 p.m., learn how to make pizza from scratch. Registration begins on Tuesday, July 5 at the Reference Desk. Limited to 15 adults.

What you Should Know about Home Health Care

On Wednesday, July 20 at 2:30 p.m., the Visiting Nurse Association of Long Island will be at the Library for a discussion about home health care.

Fundamentals of Kayaking presented by Nick DeNezzo, president L.I. Kayak Club

On Friday July 15 at 7 p.m., learn about the different types of kayaks and which one is right for you. Basic strokes, rescues, how to buy a kayak, and the places where you can kayak will be discussed.

Paddle Smart presented by Richard Teufel of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary

On Monday, July 11 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., a paddle smart class will at the Library to discuss the parts of your padddle craft, the responsibilities of paddle crafting, how to operate a paddle craft safely, the legal requirements of boating, and what to do in a boating emergency. Registration begins Tuesday, July 5 at the Reference Desk. Class is limited to 20 adults. Cost is $25 per person. Please make out check or money order payable to USCHAUX13-06.

Speedy Pass Mobile Passport Service

The Town of Hempstead Passport Van will be at the Library on Tuesday, July 12 from 1 to 4 p.m. Please call 516-812-3100 for more information

Obamawala: Tales of Hope and Harmony in Africa and America

Join Freeport author Bahadur Tejani on Wednesday, July 13 at 2:30 p.m., as he discusses his book, Obamawala, a colelction of stories and hope and harmony from East Africa and America. It is based on the inspiration created by Thurgood Marshall and the American dream of equality and opportunity when Marshall met the author as a student leader in 1963 in Uganda.

Bus trip: Luncheon Cruise on the Bateaux New York and Tour of Grand Central Station

On Tuesday, August 2, experience the ulimate fusion of gourmet dining and exceptional service in a setting unlike any other; rich hardwood floors surrounded by glass ceiling and walls reveals NYC's magnificent skyline at every turn. Enjoy a delicious luncheon on this boat. Afterward, we will enjoy a guided tour of the marvelous architecture of Grand Central Station. Freeport residents may purchase tickets in the lobby starting Tuesday, July 5; nonresidents starting Tuesday, July 12. Cost is $91 per person. We depart from the Freeport Recreation Center at 10 a.m., and return approximately at 5:30 p.m.

Beethoven and His Masses presented by Dr. Stuart Bailin

On Thursday, July 7 at 2 p.m., Dr. Bailin will present an informative and entertaining lecture on Beethoven's masses.

Summer Jazz and Latin Classics

On Wednesday, July, 13 at 7 p.m., join Yamaha artist and pianist Alexander Wu wil perform selections from his new cd, Rhythm Road Across the Americas, a mix of jazz and Latin classics from both Northa nd South America.

Something Special Big Band

On Wednesday, July 20 at 7 p.m., Phil Costa will be back this summer leading his fabulous 17-piece Count Basie-style big band. They will be performing new jazz along with nostalgic hits from the 1930s to the 1950s.

Margot Leverett and Klezmer Mountain Boys

On Wednesday, August 10 at 7 p.m., Klezmer meets bluegrass! This eclectic mix of Jewish klezmer ands traditional bluegrass makes for some funny, soulful, and foot-stomping melodies.

From Chopin with Love presented by Dr. Judith Alstadter

Join Dr. Alstadter for a memorable afternoon of Chopin's piano music, along with a brief commentary on the composer's life and works.

George and Ira Gershwin: Here to Stay

On Wednesday, August 21 at 2 p.m., join Jeanette Reynolds, Tony Cassano, and Karl Schwartz in a musical cabaret featuring an uplifting array of Broadway, Hollywood, and classical songs from the Gershwin brothers.

Long Island Blood Drive presented by Long Island Blood Services

On Thursday, May 12, from 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 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 your Social Security number. To schedule an appointment, please call the Reference Department at 516-379-3274, ext. 505.

Holocaust Survivors Remembered

On Wednesday, May 11 at 2 p.m. join the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County, as they present a program about Holocaust survivors. Listen to this riveting lecture by a Holocaust survivor, who will talk about how he lived through the ordeal and what he endured during this disgraceful time in history.

Where Freeport Sleeps sponsored by the Freeport Historical Society

On Monday, May 9 from 7 to 9 p.m., if you are dying to know more about the lives and final resting places of Freeport’s pillars, killers, and notables, then join us on a virtual cemetery tour where we will discuss the lives of John J. Randall, William Clinton Story, George Morton Levy, Florence Carman, Guy Lombardo, and others.

Book lecture with Cheryl Wills

On Friday, May 20 at 6 p.m., local author and award-winning NY1 news anchor Cheryl Wills, will discuss her new book, Die Free: A Heroic Family Tale, which tells the courageous story of her great-great-grandfather, Sandy Wills, a runaway slave who joined the fight for freedom during the Civil War.

Memorial Day Observance

The annual Memorial Day Observance, sponsored by American Legion Post 342, will be held on Monday, May 30 at approximately 10:45 a.m. At the conclusion of the Memorial Day parade, a wreath-laying ceremony will be held at the Library.

Art lecture: Tiffany’s Laurelton Hall

On Monday, June 13 at 2:30 p.m., join author Monica Randall for a lecture on Laurelton Hall. Louis Comfort Tiffany, the master glassworks genius, completed his hundred-room Oyster Bay mansion in 1905. It became the setting for some of the most dazzling parties ever hosted in the country. Many of the rare images presented are from a private collection belonging to Tiffany’s granddaughter, Louise L. Platt.

A Tribute to Peggy Lee presented by the Diane Hoffman Jazz Quartet

On Sunday, May 1 at 2:30 p.m., Enjoy some of Peggy Lee's biggest hits performed by the Diane Hoffman Jazz Quartet. Peggy Lee was first propelled to fame in the 1940s when she sang with the Benny Goodman Band. She wrote hundreds of songs and was nominated for an Academy Award for her performance in Pete Kelly’s Blues.

Dennis Blackwell, Baritone

On Sunday, May 15, 2:30 p.m., Mr. Blackwell will perform at the Library. A versatile artist who has received critical acclaim for his work in opera, concert, recital and musical theatre, he has also appeared with the New York City Opera, New York Gilbert and Sullivan Players, and Caramoor Opera, among others.

Freeport Community Chorale Spring Concert

On Sunday, May 22 at 2:30 p.m., Maestro Gerry Kirby will conduct the chorale in a medley of extraordinary music.

Superstars of Classical Music presented by Philip Malamud

On Thursday, May 26 at 2 p.m., join us for the third and final part of this series, we will listen to homegrown virtuosos. In the twentieth century, the United States and Canada emerged as leaders in producing worldclass performers. Isaac Stern, Garriote Ohlsson, Joshua Bell, and others will be featured.

Talking about Literature: FRIDAYS, noon to 1:30 p.m.

Bring a snack and join us for a lively discussion. We provide a beverage and a dessert. Books are available at the Circulation Desk four weeks in advance. No registration required.

Labor Day by Joyce Maynard
Leader: Arlene Guadagno
MAY 6
This book relates a story of love, passion, adolescence, and devastating betrayal as seen through the eyes of a thirteen-year-old boy and the man he later becomes. Henry reflects on the events of a single long, hot, and life-altering weekend.

By Nightfall by Michael Cunningham
Leader: John Zaluski
JUNE 3
Peter and Rebecca Harris have settled into a comfortable midlife with their careers as art dealer and editor respectively, and their daughter in college. But then Rebecca’s brother, who has a history of drug problems, shows up and makes Peter question his life.

Job Club

Join our Job Club to obtain support, share information, and network with other members. Facilitated by the Library’s career counselor, this group will meet twice monthly on Saturday mornings. Each meeting will focus on a specific topic relating to job search and/or career advancement. See flyers for upcoming dates or call the JEIC department at 516-379-3274, ext. 504. The next meetings are: April 30, May 14, May 28, June 11, and June 25.

BUS TRIP: A Day in the Country

When: Tuesday, JUNE 21; COST: $72 per person
DEPART: 10 a.m. (from the Freeport Recreation Ctr., 130 E. Merrick Road. You can park there.)
RETURN: 6:30 p.m. (approx.)
Travel through the beautiful countryside of the North Fork of Long Island, past family farms and acres of greenery, and enjoy a stroll along the streets of Greenport. We will dine on a delicious lunch at the Sound View Inn, and then we’re off to a wine tasting at Pindar Winery, one of the largest wineries on Long Island. On our way home, we will stop at Briermere Farms to pick up some homemade treats. Freeport residents may sign up starting Tuesday, May 10; nonresidents starting Tuesday, May 17.

Book Sale cosponsored by the Friends of the Freeport Memorial Library

On Saturday, June 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Library will be cohosting a book sale of gently used books in the lobby of the Library. Bring a friend and buy a book or two.

Landscape Design withTrees and Shrubs

On Friday, June 3, at 2:30 p.m., learn all about trees and shrubs, which are the backbone of the garden, and how to choose the best varieties for the best locations. This program is presented by the Cornell Cooperative extension of Nassau County.

One Stroke Painting for Adults presented by Karen Davidson

On Thursday, June 9, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., join us for an afternoon of acrylic painting. Learn to blend, shade, and highlight all in one stroke. No prior art experience necessary. This class is a prerequisite for all future One Stroke classes. Class size is limited to 10.

Garage Sale Gold! presented by Eddie Costello, Sr.

On Saturday, June 4, 2:30 p.m., Mr. Costello wants to know; do you own something old, unusual, or bizarre? Have you wondered if you own something valuable? Every patron may bring one item for a free appraisal. There is a limit of 40 appraisals for the entire program.

Shades of Grey

On Thursday, June 30 at 7 p.m., there will be a musical tribute to Joel Grey. Conceived, directed, and performed by Bob Spiotto with musical direction by Stephen C. Pagano, this show debuted at Hofstra University to soldout audiences. In a career that was launched in the early 1950s, Joel Grey has created such unforgettable stage roles as the emcee in Cabaret and the title role in George M!

Long Island Blood Drive

On Thursday, May 12, 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 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 your Social Security number. To schedule an appointment, please call the Reference Department at 516-379-3274, ext. 505.

Mammography Van

On Thursday, April 21 from 8:45 a.m. to 12 p.m., the Town of Hempstead Mammography Van, sponsored by Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., will be at the Freeport Memorial Library. Please call the Town of Hempstead office at 516-882-0630 for further information.

Henna Happiness for Teens with Trudy Pellegrino

On Thursday, April 21, 3 to 4:30 p.m., come learn about henna, a nonintrusive body art that dates back to 8000 B.C. Discover how to create beautiful designs using this ancient art. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Cartooning for Teens presented by Chris Carroll

On Tuesday, April 5, 6:30 p.m., this class is for beginner or intermediate students who enjoy the art of drawing their favorite cartoon, storybook, and comic-book characters. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Homemade Hot Pretzel Making for Teens

Presented by Katherine Giouvalakis. On Monday, March 14, from 7 to 8 p.m., have fun learning how to make homemade hot pretzels. You will be mixing, kneading, and shaping your own pretzel. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Henna Happiness for Tweens presented by Trudy Pellegrino

On Thursday, April 21, 4:45 to 6:15 p.m., come learn about henna, a nonintrusive body art that dates back to 8000 B.C. Discover how to create beautiful designs using this ancient art. For grades 5 and 6. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Chop! Chop! Wok! Wok! presented by The Passionate Palate

On Thursday, April 21, 11:30 a.m., come explore how Asian cooking can have you stirring up a storm! Using different utensils and perhaps even chopsticks, the children will create many fascinating snacks. For grades 1-4. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Wok and Roll presented by The Passionate Palate

On Thursday, April 21, 10:30 a.m., we will explore the flavors of Asian cuisine by creating a classic stir fry. Children will use rice paper to make vegetable spring rolls and will also try their hand at using chopsticks. For students in pre-K and K. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Erik’s Reptiles Edventures

Presented by Erik’s Reptile Edventures. On Wednesday, April 20, 6:30 p.m., join Erik Callender for a live animal show. Meet Godzilla, a green iguana; Fendi, a blood python; and Blueie, a blue
tegu. For grades K and up accompanied by an adult.

Mosaic Art Workshop

On Wednesday, April 20, 2 to 3 p.m. Is art one of your favorite subjects? Then come to this workshop where you will work with a variety of colored tiles to create a work of mosaic art. For grades 5 and 6. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Sing Along with Irv! presented by Irv Plastock

On Wednesday, April 20, 11 a.m., come sing along with accomplished artist Irv Plastock as he entertains us with over 30 songs that have made children smile and laugh through the decades. For ages 2 to 6 and their families.

Living in Space presented by Mad Science of Long Island

On Monday, April 18, 11 a.m., experience the life of an astronaut as you suit up for space- flight. Use teamwork to complete an important space mission, build a model space station, and bring home a Mad Science Cosmic Chronometer to measure the time here on Earth. For grades 1-4. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

The Human Body presented by Mad Science of Long Island

On Monday, April 18, 10 a.m. Come meet Mr. Bones and learn about the muscle and body systems. Children will use a skeleton puzzle to place bones in the right places and remember their names. Bring home your own miniversion of Mr. Bones, and practice! For pre-K and K. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Cartooning presented by Chris Carroll

On Tuesday, April 5, 5 p.m. This class is for beginner or intermediate students who enjoy the art of drawing their favorite cartoon, storybook, and comic-book characters. For grades 5 and 6. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Homemade Hot Pretzel Making presented by Katherine Giouvalakis

On Monday, March 14, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Have fun learning how to make homemade hot pretzels. You will be mixing, kneading, and shaping your own pretzel. For grades 5 and 6. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration.

Beauty of Self-Esteem presented by Susan J. Bodell

On Tuesday, March 8, 6 p.m. Discuss what self-esteem means to you in this interactive workshop. You will also view examples of how the media can distort our idea of what real beauty is. For grades 5 and 6.

Chess for Kids presented by the Long Island Chess Nuts

On Fridays, March 4, 11, 18, and 25, 7 p.m. Have fun learning how to play chess, or learn new moves to challenge your friends with. For grades 1-4.

Opera Video and Discussion presented by William Coble

• I Vespri Siciliani by Giuseppe Verdi on Thursday, March 17, 1 p.m.
  This opera of five acts by the Italian romantic composer Giuseppe Verdi is set to a French libretto by Charles Duveyrier and Augustin Eugène Scribe from their work Le duc d’Albe.
  It is based on a historical event, the Sicilian Vespers rebellion of 1282. It was first performed at the Paris Opéra on June 13, 1855.
• Der Rosenkavalier (The Knight of the Rose) Part 1 by Richard Strauss on Thursday, April 21, 1 p.m. This three-act comic opera was written by Richard Strauss to an original German libretto by Hugo von Hofmannsthal. It is loosely adapted from the novel Les amours du chevalier de Faublas by Louvet de Couvrai and Molière’s comedy Monsieur de Pourceaugnac.

Art Exhibit:Musical Instruments by Marc Josloff

In the Library's library from April 1 to 29. Freeport has long been the home of musicians who have spent their lives entertaining others with their considerable talents. In this exhibition, Mr. Josloff has chosen several lifelong musicians who will present their works of art, including their instruments. Featured exhibitors include Belle Sylvester, Laura and Douglas Mole, and Robert
Raynor.

Art Exhibit: The Logo Game Signs of the Time

In the Library's lobby from April 2 to May 2. The reception: Sunday, April 10, 2 to 4 p.m. Retired graphic designer Seymour Levy uses photos of well-known logos such as FedEx, McDonald’s, and Toys “R” Us to test your mental skills by only showing a portion of the logo, leaving the audience to guess the rest.

Art Exhibit: By Their Own Hands

From March 3 to 31, in the Library's lobby. The reception is Tuesday, March 8, 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Freeport’s pre-K to sixth-grade student artists exhibit their extraordinary work. Join the young artists at the March 8 reception.

Job Club

Join our Job Club to obtain support, share information,and network with other members. Facilitated by the Library’s career counselor, this group will meet twice monthly on Saturday mornings. Each meeting will focus on a specific topic relating to job search and/or career advancement. The next Job Club meetings in March and April will be on March 5 and 19; April 2, 16, and 30. For more information, call the JEIC department at 516-379-3274, ext. 504.

Gail Storm Jazz Trio: A Tribute to the Great Women in Jazz

On Sunday, April 17, 2:30 p.m., Gail Storm, pianist and vocalist from New York, who specializes in interpreting and performing classic blues and jazz, will be at the Library. Ms. Storm draws her musical influences from traditional performers such as Bessie Smith, Ella Fitzgerald, Fats Waller, and Louis Jordan. She has been compared to Diana Krall and Marcia Ball.

Steve Adelson Jazz

On Sunday, April 10, at 2:30 p.m., Steve Adelson, the world’s premier Chapman Stick player, will perform on this unique instrument, which was invented in 1974 by Emmett Chapman. Mr. Adelson will explain the revolutionary techniques he uses on his twelve-string fingerboard. His repertoire ranges from pop tunes to Latin to swing performed in a duo setting with percussion.

Long Island Composers Alliance with Herb Rothgarber

On Sunday, April 3, 2 p.m., LICA will present its annual Music for Students concert. Original compositions by composer members will be presented.

Horowitz/Malamud Duo

On Sunday, March 27, 2:30 p.m., violinist Dr. Isidore Horowitz and pianist Philip Malamud return to the Library for their annual chamber music concert, which has delighted audiences throughout Long Island.

A Tribute to Dorothy Fields

Presented by vocalist and Freeport resident Michelle Crouse, with Paul Joseph. On Sunday, March 20, 2:30 p.m., join us with the music of Broadway lyricist Dorothy Fields will be presented by the dynamic songstress Michelle Crouse, accompanied by composer/pianist Paul Joseph. You’ll hear inspiring renditions of classics such as “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love” and “The Way You Look Tonight.”

Humanities Opposites: Beginning with Ireland - A St. Patrick’s Day Concert and Dramatic Reading

Presented by the Aesthetic Realism Theatre Company. On Sunday, March 13, 2:30 p.m., join us for such Irish songs as “Molly Malone,” “Minstrel Boy,” and “Danny Boy.” The program also includes a deep and moving commentary, Good Will: The Greatest Practicality by poet Ellen Reiss.

Superstars of Classical Music

Presented by Philip Malamud, music historian. On Thursday, March 10 and April 14 at 2 p.m., we will see and hear some of the greatest artists of the past (Heifetz, Toscanini, Rubenstein, and
others) perform the timeless classics of Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin, and others.

William Frampton, violist

On Sunday, March 6, at 2:30 p.m., violist William Frampton is rapidly emerging as an exciting and unique artist. Mr. Frampton was the winner of two New England Conservatory Concerto
Competitions and a recipient of the Marian Anderson Young Artist Grant. He made his Carnegie Hall recital debut in Weill Recital Hall in 2009.

Library Classical Concerts: 2011-12 Season Auditions

In May, the Library’s Music Advisory Committee will audition classical musicians (vocalists, chamber ensembles, solo instrumentalists, etc.) for the 2011-12 concert series. Interested musicians should send an audiotape or CD (with appropriate mailer for return), a resume, and fee range by May 1, 2011, to Belle Sylvester, Freeport Memorial Library, 144 W. Merrick
Road, Freeport, NY 11520. For additional information, please call 379-3274, ext. 224, Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

BUS TRIP on April 26

The Immigrant Experience: The Lower East Side and Tenement Museum
Cost: $83.00 per person (check/money order made payable to Freeport Memorial Library)
DEPART: 10 a.m. (from the Freeport Recreation Center, 130 E. Merrick Road. You can park your car there.)
RETURN: 7 p.m. (approximately)
Enjoy a family-style lunch in one of Brighton Beach’s finest and oldest Russian eateries, Primorski Restaurant. Then take a narrated bus journey through the heart of Brooklyn, passing several immigrant neighborhoods. On Manhattan’s Lower East Side, there will be a pre-museum walking tour of the surrounding streets, then a tour of the Tenement Museum. The cost of the trip is all-inclusive: roundtrip transportation in a luxury coach, lunch, guided museum tour, and gratuities. Freeport residents may sign up at the Circulation Desk starting March 8; nonresidents, starting March 15.

ART LECTURE

Politics, Women, and Style: David, Goya, and Manet
presented by Mary Vahey, art historian.
Wednesday, March 16, 2:30 p.m.
This lecture will examine politics, women, and style as seen through the eyes of three artists from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The three represent the Neoclassic, Romantic, and Realist periods.

Grupo de Conversación de Libros Latinos

Lider: Rose Luna, Jueves a las 7 p.m.

La Muerte de Artemio Cruz por Carlos Fuentes
10 de MARZO
Fuentes realiza una visión panorámica de la historia del México contemporáneo tal como la rememora un industrial y político agonizante. Artemio Cruz, desde su lecho de muerte, recuerda las etapas más importantes de su vida, y en particular cuando luchó en la Revolución Mexicana.

Antología Poética de Federico García Lorca
7 de ABRIL
Federico García Lorca fue un poeta, dramaturgo y prosista español de mayor influencia y popularidad del siglo XX. Abril es el mes nacional de la poesía. Celebre este mes leyendo la poesía de Federico García Lorca.

Clases de Computación para Adultos presentado por BOCES de Western Suffolk

BOCES presentará una serie de talleres prácticos para principiantes en el use de computadoras. La inscripción, está limitada a 16 para clases de Correo Electronico y 24 para todas otras clases. Los residentes de Freeport, pueden inscribirse en el Escritorio de Referencia en cualquier tiempo; la personas que no residen en Freeport, a partir del jueves, 17 de Febrero.

Tercer Grado
LUNES, 7 de MARZO, 6:30 al 8:30 p.m.
El tercer grado es la continuación del programa de Windows con énfasis en menús desplegables y propiedades, la creación de métodos más rápidos, Mi Computadora, y Explorador de Windows.

El Grado Cuarto
LUNES, 21 de MARZO, 6:30 al 8:30 p.m.
Esta clase de dos horas proporciona una introducción a crear las hojas de cálculo en Microsoft Sobresalen.

Internet de Primer Grado
LUNES, 25 de ABRIL, 6:30 al 8:30 p.m.
Aprenda cómo utilizar la barra de herramientas en el navegador, buscadores populares como Google y Yahoo! para encontrar información rápidamente.

Computer Classes for Grown-ups presented by Western Suffolk BOCES

BOCES will present the following series of hands-on, beginner-level workshops for novice users. Registration is limited to 16 for email classes and 24 for all other classes. Freeport residents may register at the Reference Desk anytime; nonresidents, beginning Monday, February 28.

Computer Third Grade
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
A continuation of the Windows environment with emphasis on pop-up menus and properties, shortcuts, My Computer, and Windows Explorer.

Computer Fourth Grade.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Provides an introduction to creating spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel.

Internet First Grade
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Learn how to use the Internet browser toolbar as well as and popular search engines like Google and Yahoo! to find information quickly.

Babysitting Workshop presented by Ildi Catuogno, M.S.

On Tuesday, April 12, at 6 p.m., join us for this fast-paced and enjoyable course about learning the skills to become a responsible and confident babysitter. Learn about caring for infants and children (feeding, diapering, etc.), age-appropriate games and activities, life-saving skills, first aid, and interviewing for babysitting jobs. A nonrefundable materials fee of $1 is due at time of registration. This program is for teens.

Poet Open Mike Night: Celebrating Poetry Month

Presented by the Freeport Memorial Library and Freeport High School. On Thursday, April 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., come share your poems with the community. Presentations will be performed by Freeport students. Bring your original poetry and an enthusiastic ear to this enjoyable evening.

Video Courses presented by William Coble

On Tuesdays, 1 p.m., join William Coble as he presents the series entitled, How to Listen To and Understand Great Music. In this definitive course, Professor Robert Greenburg explains the language of music from terms and techniques to the composers who put the elements together to create the wonderful music we listen to.

March 1, parts 1 & 2
March 15, parts 3 & 4
March 22, parts 5 & 6
March 29, parts 7 & 8
April 5, parts 9 & 10
April 10, parts 11 & 12
April 26, parts 13 & 14

Long Island Reads 2011: A Dramatic Reading of Sag Harbor

On Monday, April 11, 3 p.m. join David Houston in an hour-long dramatic reading of scenes from Colson Whitehead’s absorbing novel. In addition, Mr. Houston will present firsthand accounts of
the settlement and growth of the famous and fascinating Long Island village of Sag Harbor from 1707 to the present.

Soul with Heart Book Club with Ronnie Tiffany

The Professor’s Daughter by Emily Raboteau
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 16, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Her family devastated by an accident that has left her brilliant brother in a vegetative state, biracial college student Emma Boudreau struggles with a chronic nervous rash and sleepwalking tendencies as she undergoes a journey of self-discovery.

Mudbound by Hillary Jordan
TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
A college-educated schoolteacher becomes a reluctant farmer’s wife when her husband buys a farm on the Mississippi Delta; a farm she nicknames Mudbound.

Great Books with William Coble

On TUESDAYS, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

The Seven Deadly Sins: Pride
Good Country People by Flannery O’Connor
MARCH 8
Thirty-three-year-old Joy Hopewell has earned a Ph.D. in philosophy, but she has no common sense. In an act of rebellion, she changes her name to Hulga. When a worldly Bible salesman manages to seduce Hulga, she realizes her scholarly pretensions did not spare her from making a foolish decision.

The Seven Deadly Sins: Envy
Roman Fever by Edith Wharton
APRIL 12
Mrs. Ansley and Mrs. Slade have practically grown up together, and they think they know everything about one another. But as the story progresses, they realize there is a lot that they have not told each other.

Talking about Literature

Bring a snack and join us for a lively discussion. We provide a beverage and a dessert. Books are available at the Circulation Desk four weeks in advance. No registration required.

The Twentieth Wife by Indu Sundaresan
Leader: Mary Robinson
TUESDAY, MARCH 1, 7 to 8:30 p.m., and FRIDAY, MARCH 4, noon to 1:30 p.m.
This novel takes place during the Mughal dynasty of sixteenth-century India. It chronicles the life and times of Mehrunnisa, an intelligent, ambitious, and beautiful young woman who became one of India’s legendary heroines.

Sag Harbor by Colson Whitehead
Leader: Suzanne Welker
FRIDAY, APRIL 1, noon to 1:30 p.m., and SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Benji Cooper is the only black student at an elite prep school in Manhattan. Every summer, he escapes to Sag Harbor, where a small community of African American professionals have built a world of their own.

Oprah Book Club with John Zaluski

On SATURDAYS, 2:30 to 4 p.m.

A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens
MARCH 12
Charles Darnay, an exiled French aristocrat, and Sydney Carton, a disreputable but brilliant English lawyer, become enmeshed through their love for the lovely Lucie, all set against the bloody backdrop of the French Revolution.

Great Expectations by Charles Dickens
APRIL 16
A summons to meet the bitter, decaying Miss Havisham and her beautiful, cold-hearted ward Estella—and the sudden generosity of a mysterious benefactor—conspire to change Pip’s life forever.

Introduction to QuickBooks

Presented by Western Suffolk BOCES on SATURDAY, APRIL 2, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This hands-on course provides an overview of the home and business accounting software. Basic computer skills are required.

Using Nassau Digital Doorway powered by Overdrive

Presented by Librarian Mary Robinson on SATURDAY, MARCH 26, 10 to 11:30 a.m. or WEDNESDAY, APRIL 27, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
The Library will hold a demonstration on how to browse, checkout, and download e-books to a compatible e-reader using Nassau Digital Doorway. Class size limited to 10. Please contact the Reference Department to register. Freeport residents register anytime; nonresidents, starting Monday, March 14.

Lunch and Travel, Friday, March 11 at noon

Bring a friend and a brown-bag lunch. A beverage and dessert will be provided.

Places in Plymouth presented by Rebecca Kopcienski.
Ms. Kopcienski will present an overview of Plymouth, Massachusetts, including reviews of restaurants, information on sailing nautical routes of the past, and house tours.

Current Events in Perspective

Join Professor D’Innocenzo-Libresco on Thursday, March 31, at 1 p.m. as he offers his insightful perspective on the people and events that shape our world today. Audience participation is encouraged. This series is made possible by a generous grant from the Dr. Rudolph and Mildred Joseph Foundation.

Are You an Entrepreneur?

On Thursday, March 10, from 7 to 9 p.m., the Community Development Corporation presents a 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.

Filling Out Job Applications

On Tuesday, March 15 from 2 to 3:30 p.m., join Amy Datkun of Long Island Cares as she provides key tips on filling out job applications to optimize your job-searching process.

Women Pilots in World War II presented by Martha Kolodkin

On Monday , March 21, 2 p.m., join our lecture on the women pilots of World War II. It was kept top secret; they were unknown, and they were not acknowledged. Lecturer Martha Kolodkin as she brings the story of these remarkable women to the light of day.

Laugh a Day: Documentary Film and Discussion with director Steven Taub

On Wednesday, March 23, 2 p.m., They say that laughter is the best medicine. Watch the Emmy-nominated PBS film Laugh a Day, and meet the producer/director, Steven Taub. After the film, there will be a discussion about laughter and the fi lmmaking process in general.

News, Notables, and the Nation with Howard J. Shurdut

On Thursdays, March 24 and April 28, 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.

Core Four Business Planning presented by Community Development Corporation

On Monday, April 4, 11, 18, 25, 6 to 9 p.m. COST: $40.

This four-session, 12-hour course will help entrepreneurs understand how to set up a business. The course provides planning concepts and tools to help existing and potential business owners determine the viability of their businesses. For more information and to register, please phone (631) 471-1215 and ask for Core Four.

Lunch and Travel Friday, April 15 at noon

Bring a friend and a brown-bag lunch. A beverage and dessert will be provided.

Williamsburg, Virginia presented by Rebecca Kopcienski.

Enjoy a stroll through the restored streets of Colonial Williamsburg and see what’s new including some of the most glorious gardens and homes on the East Coast.

An Afternoon of Classic Films, FRIDAYS, 3 p.m.

On March 4, Show Boat. Based on Edna Ferber’s novel about the lives and loves of a riverboat theatre troupe along the Mississippi in the early 1900s. Not rated, 108 min., 1951.

On March 11, Carousel. A smooth-talking carnival barker falls in love with a millworker. A story of star-crossed lovers, tragedy, and redemption. Not rated, 129 min., 1956.

On March 18, The King and I. Based on the true story of Anna Leonowens, an English widow who went to Bangkok in the 1860s to serve as governess to the children of the king of Siam. Rated G, 133 min., 1956.

On April 1, Oklahoma! Set in Oklahoma Territory in the early 1900s, this joyous celebration of frontier life is a story of tender romance and dangerous passion. Rated G, 145 min., 1955.

Independent Film and Discussion Series

Join leader: Librarian John Bosco on Tuesday, April 5, at 7 p.m. The film, Wild Grass, a wallet, lost then found, opens the door to Georges and Marguerite’s romantic adventure. As they navigate the social protocols of giving and acknowledging thanks, turbulence enters their everyday lives. Rated PG, 104 min., 2009.

Knitting and Crocheting presented by Lupe Velasquez

On Thursdays, April 7 and 28, 7 p.m., bring your own yarn and needles, and we will help you with your project. Beginners and experienced needleworkers welcome. Please register at the Reference Desk; there is no class limit.

Whitman and Beyond: Fanfares for the Common Man

On Friday, April 8, 2:30 p.m., George Wallace, former Suffolk County Poet Laureate and the Walt Whitman Birthplace 2011 Writer in Residence, will examine how American authors such
as Walt Whitman, Carl Sandburg, John Steinbeck, and Woody Guthrie have celebrated the common man in prose and poetry.

Pulitzer Prize Winner Bernard Malamud

On Wednesday, April 13, 2 p.m., Shula Hirsch, retired Hofstra professor, will lecture on one of the great American Jewish authors of the 20th century. Bernard Malamud wrote eight novels and 54 short stories. His novel The Fixer won both the National Book Award and the Pulitzer Prize for fiction.

Golden Age of Radio with Herb Norman

On Friday, April 22, 2 p.m., former broadcaster Herb Norman will take a look back at prime-time radio classics such as Eddie Cantor, Jack Benny, and Fred Allen. The audience will hear selections from old-time radio shows via an antique tabletop radio that has been modified to accommodate a tape recorder and speaker.

Lights! Camera! Trivia! presented by Richard Knox

On Wednesday, April 27, 2 p.m., Film maven Richard Knox invites you to demonstrate your knowledge of films spanning decades of Hollywood movie-making. Mr. Knox will also present still photos and soundtracks from famous films, and will discuss the key elements of a movie montage.

Freeport Cinema

Inception, Friday, April 29 at 3 and 7 p.m. Dom Cobb is adept at stealing valuable secrets from deep within the subconscious of others during the dream state when the mind is at its most vulnerable. Cobb’s rare ability has made him a coveted player in this treacherous world of corporate espionage, but it has also made him an international fugitive and cost him everything he has ever loved. Rated PG-13, 148 min., 2010.

Welcome New Director

Mr. Ken Bellafiore has been a librarian for over twenty
years and has worked in libraries for thirty years. He comes
to us from Nassau Community College where he has been
a Professor in the Library Department since 1996. If he
looks familiar that’s because he has worked part-time at the
Freeport Memorial Library since 1989, when was enrolled
in the Master Degree program in Library Science at the
Palmer School of Information and Library Science. Ken
was director at Lakeview Public Library from 2007-2008.
He is the current president of the Nassau County Library
Association.

Freeport Author Paul Hashagen

On Wednesday, January 19th, Freeport author Paul Hashagen discussed his two latest novels, The Twelfth Hour and Fire of God. Paul served as captain of Excelsior Hook and Ladder Company 1 in Freeport from 1981-1982, where he is still an active member today. He joined the FDNY in 1978 and retired after twenty-five years of service. Paul was an Adjunct Professor at John Jay College in Manhattan. He has written numerous articles for Firehouse Magazine as well as two novels on the history of the FDNY. Pictured from left to right, Cynthia Krieg, Freeport town historian and librarian, and Paul Hashagen.