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.