Sept/Oct 2014 - Bayport-Blue Point Public Library

Volume 23 Number 5
September-October 2014
Special Events
Fishing the Fall Blitz with
Outdoor Tom
Thursday, October 2, 7-8:30pm
Newsday outdoors columnist and The Fisherman Magazine managing editor Tom Schlichter will highlight fall
fishing possibilities on the Long Island Sound. Late
September and October offer some of the biggest fish and
hottest action of the year as striped bass, bluefish, false
albacore and blackfish go on a wild feeding binge to stock
up calories for the winter ahead. BPA618
The History of Pizza in New York
Monday, October 13, 7-8:30pm
Join pizza historian Scott Weiner for this fun program on
all things pizza! Scott will illustrate the history of New
York pizza through historic documents, building archives
and other primary sources. You’ll also get to enjoy a slice
from one of our local pizza parlors! BPA619
Adult Programs
Program registration for Bayport-Blue Point library
patrons begins on Wednesday, September 3rd at
10am. Registration is required for all programs listed
unless otherwise noted. Patrons can register online,
by phone, or in person. Patrons who register for
programs that require fees have one week to come
in and pay for the program before their spot is released. Any fees must be paid for by check. Except
for driver safety programs, all checks must be made
out to the Library. Program registration for non-residents will begin on Monday, September 8th.
Mah Jongg Fridays
Every Friday from Friday, September 5 – October 31,
12-4pm
Play Mah Jongg with your neighbors on the dates listed
above. No sign-up necessary.
Knitting & Crocheting
Wednesdays, September 10 & Wednesday, October 8,
7-8:30pm
Knitting and crocheting expert Joan Jewhurst will assist
and advise patrons on current or contemplated projects, as
well as provide instruction to beginners. Beginners need
to come with worsted weight yarn and a pair of number 7
or 8 needles for knitters or size “H” hook for crocheters.
BPA309
Library Quilt Group
Thursdays, September 11 & October 9, 7-8:30pm
Interested in a social evening with other quilters? This
group is for you! All are welcome regardless of experience. BPA316
Carnivores in Captivity
Monday, September 15, 7-8:30pm
Discover the world of carnivorous plants during this
unique program. Eric Kunz of Seemore Carnivorous Gardens will unlock the mysteries
of these unique and endangered oddities of the plant
kingdom. Topics of discussion will include: native Long
Island carnivorous plants,
care and maintenance, as well
as how to incorporate these
plants into your home as part
of a green gardening program.
Each participant will go home
with a potted Venus flytrap of
their very own! Fee: $6 payable by check only. BPA621
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Hand Colored
Hydrangea
Wreath
Tuesday, September 16,
6:30-8pm
Diana Conklin will teach
you how to successfully harvest and dry the
beautiful blooms from
several different varieties
of hydrangea. Then have fun making a colorful 8” wreath
for indoor décor. There will be an assortment of colored
hydrangeas for you to choose from. Fee: $10 payable by
check only. BPA319
Acorn Charm
Necklace
Thursday, September 18,
7-8:30pm
Jackie Dunn will guide
you in making an adorable acorn charm necklace
that will be perfect for the
fall! A variety of colored
beads will be available to
ensure that your creation is
unique. Fee: $10 payable by check only. BPA321
Especially for Seniors
Medicare 101
Thursday, September 25, 10-11am
Learn what Medicare is and what procedures to follow
when enrolling during this informative lecture. BPA218
Travel Around Italy with Laurie
Campbell
Tuesday, October 28, 7-8:30pm
Take an armchair trip through Italy with world traveler
Laurie Campbell. This comprehensive slide show will
take you through all of Italy from North to South, stopping at some of the most beautiful cities including Venice,
Naples and Florence along the way. BPA620
Play Reading Group
Thursdays, September 25 & October 2, 7-8pm
Join this group and bring famous plays to life by reading
them aloud in a fun and informal setting. BPA697
Beginning Meditation
Friday, September 26, 6-7pm
Yoga instructor Diane Aronsen will teach you how to
begin a meditation practice. Please bring a meditation cushion, yoga blanket or bolster to sit comfortably.
Chairs can be used if you have difficulty coming to the
floor. BPA134
Driver’s Safety
Saturday, September 27 OR Saturday, October 25,
10am-4pm
This one day class will reduce points and/or take 10% off
liability costs on your auto insurance. Fee: $28 payable
by check only.
The Fall and Winter
Organic Garden
Monday, September 29, 7-8:30pm
Organic gardener Renato Stafford returns to fully explain
how you can set up and manage your four season garden.
During this lecture you’ll learn how to enjoy fresh vegetables and salads straight through the winter months. Topics include making soil (compost) cold hardy vegetables,
zero energy greenhouse designs, harvesting practices and
many time saving techniques. You’ll also get to sample
some homegrown veggies! BPA625
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Music & Movie Trivia
Monday, October 20, 11am-12:30pm
Librarian Theresa Owens is back to test you on your music and movie smarts! There will be games, prizes, and
fun for all! BPA624
The 10 Mistakes to Avoid in
Funeral Planning
Thursday, September 25, 7-8:30pm
There are over 50 decisions to be made when planning a
funeral. The alternatives are many and varied, but they
don’t have to be difficult, and they don’t have to be beyond your means. Eugene White, NYS Licensed Funeral
Director at Moloney’s Family Funeral Home, will discuss
a simple, straightforward plan to streamline the process
and help you avoid costly mistakes. BPA219
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Adult Programs
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Library Book Club
Technology Classes
Tuesdays, September 30 & October
21, 7-8pm
Join us for lively conversation during this book club! The selection
for the September 30 meeting is The
100-Year-Old-Man Who Climbed
Out the
Window
and Disappeared by
Jonas Jonasson. The selection
for the October 21 meeting is My
Life in France by Julia Child and
Alex Prud’homme. Books will be
available at the circulation desk
approximately five weeks before
the discussion. BPA500
Introduction to Social Media
One Pot Creations
Microsoft Word 2010, Part 1
Saturday, October 4, 2-3:30pm
Meet Kate Maritato, a chef dedicated to whole foods
cooking. During this class Chef Kate will demonstrate
how to make two no-fuss fall comfort dishes: pumpkin
and goat cheese risotto (vegetarian) and beer-braised
chicken and harvest vegetables. Fee: $5 payable by
check only. BPA920
Frankenstein:
The Man &
the Myth
Tuesday, September 16, 1-2:30pm
This class will introduce users to social media, exploring what it is and what it means. We will review
some of the most mainstream social media sites,
such as Pinterest, Facebook and Twitter, and discuss
some of their benefits and uses. Instructor: Emma
Soper. Program Code: BPA431
Skype Explained
Tuesday, September 23, 1-2:30pm
In this class we will introduce users to the basic
functions of Skype and focus on its primary use,
how to make voice and video calls.Prerequisite: A
good working knowledge of how to use a mouse.
Instructor: Emma Soper. Program Code: BPA432
Thursday, September 25, 1-2:30pm
This class provides a basic introduction to Microsoft
Word. Patrons will learn to create, save, and edit
documents. Prerequisite: A good working knowledge
of how to use a mouse. Instructor: Jerry Sullivan
Program Code: BPA404
Google Apps
Tuesday, September 30, 1-2:30pm
Curious about all the apps that come with your
google account? Join us for this class to learn about
the variety of different applications that are available
to you when you create an account with Google,
such as Gmail, YouTube and Blogger. Prerequisite:
A good working knowledge of how to use a mouse.
Instructor: Emma Soper. Program Code: BPA433
Microsoft Word 2010, Part 2
Monday, October 6, 7-8:30pm
With a flash of lightning, a shout of “It’s alive!”, and a
lurch around the laboratory, Frankenstein comes to life.
However, Mary Shelley, Frankenstein’s actual creator,
would not have recognized this common scene. How
did this interpretation of the Frankenstein story come to
be? Join us as we explore the origins and early evolution
in print, on stage and in film of Frankenstein’s monster.
BPA626
Point and Shoot Digital Cameras
Thursday, October 9, 7-8:30pm
Do you have a digital point & shoot camera and want to
learn to take great images? If so, this course is for you!
This course will assist you in learning more about the
features of your camera and photo techniques to create
memorable digital images. It is recommended that you
bring your camera and instructional manual to class.
BPA627
Introduction to Canasta
Fridays, October 10, 24 & 31, 1-2:30pm
Join instructor Jacqui Palatnik to learn or re-learn this
amazing card game that is making a come-back from the
fifties. BPA629
On Your Own Train Trip to NYC
Saturday, October 11
*Train departs from the Sayville station at 10:42am*
Take a discounted train trip into the city and do as you
please once you arrive. Sign up for the trip at the library
and then pick up your ticket(s) the week before the trip.
On the day of the train trip, all patrons must leave from
the Sayville Station on the 10:42am train and be in the
first car (transfer at Babylon). You will arrive at Penn
Station at 12:12pm and you can return home on any train
prior to midnight. Roundtrip fare is $9.25 per person
payable by check only; fees are due at the time of registration. Fees are non-refundable. Limit to six (6) tickets
per patron. Registration for tickets ends on Wednesday, October 1 -- or whenever tickets run out, whichever comes first.
Smart Nutrition for Busy People
Tuesday, October 14, 7-8:30pm
Holistic Health Coach Tina Annibell returns to teach you
meal planning strategies for fast weeknight meals and
how to prep your kitchen for a week of healthy eating.
BPA151
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Thursday, October 2, 1-2:30pm
This class is for the more experienced user. Patrons
will learn how to cut and paste, copy and paste, create columns, add graphics, work with word art and
create mailing labels. Prerequisite: A good working
knowledge of how to use a mouse. Instructor: Jerry
Sullivan. Program Code: BPA405
Nook for Beginners
Tuesday, October 7, 1-2:30pm
In this class we will learn the basics about your
Nook and how it functions. We will also learn how
to download free library e-books using the OverDrive App, as well as reviewing how to navigate
Live-brary.com to find what you want. Prerequisite:
This class is designed for those who have Nooks
with Wi-Fi. Instructor: Emma Soper. Program
Code: BPA434
Linkedin 101
Tuesday, October 14, 1-2:30pm
Learn how to utilize the biggest professional network on the internet in this class. We will highlight
and review some of the functions of the site, such
as creating a profile, searching for jobs, following
groups, networking with other professionals and more.
Prerequisite: A good working knowledge of how to
use a mouse. Instructor: Emma Soper. Program Code:
BPA435
Androids for Beginners
Thursday, October 16, 1-2:30pm
Bring your Android device and learn how to make
the most of it! Topics covered include basic navigation, about some of the most popular apps and basic
settings. Prerequisite: Must have a device with the
Android platform.. Instructor: Jerry Sullivan
Program Code: BPA428
iPads for Beginners
Thursday, October 23, 1-2:30pm
Bring your iPad or use one of ours! Learn basic navigation, about some of the most popular apps and iPad
settings. Prerequisite: Your iPad must be updated
to iOS 7. Instructor: Jerry Sullivan. Program Code:
BPA429
Evening Classes
All about Ebay
Monday, September 29, 7-8:30pm
Learn how to buy and sell items using eBay, the
world’s most popular online auction website.
Prerequisite: A good working knowledge of how to use
a computer. Instructor: Stephen Burg. Program Code:
BPA426
All about iPads
Monday, October 27, 7-8:30pm
Bring your iPad and learn how to make the most of it!
Topics covered include basic navigation, all about apps
and iPad settings. Prerequisite: Your iPad must be
updated to iOS 7. Instructor: Stephen Burg. Program
Code: BPA427
Tech Help
Sign up for one-on-one
technical assistance by
appointment with a librarian!
We will provide one-on-one,
in-library technical help
Excel 2010, Part 1
You name it, we’re here to help.
Thursday, October 9, 1-2:30pm
This class provides a basic introduction to Microsoft
Excel. Prerequisite: A good working knowledge of
how to use a mouse and Microsoft Word. Program
Code: BPA407
Music Music
Sundays at 2pm
Tierney’s
Duality
September 21, 2014
Long Island native Tierney
Ryan returns to her stomping
grounds to present an afternoon
of jazz standards and originals. As a student of Peter Eldridge,
her style is a blend of old and
new bringing an influence
of Regina Spektor and Anita
O’Day to her originals. Piano Recital with Jonathan Howe
September 28, 2014
This program by music teacher, Jonathan Howe, will
feature works for piano by Mendelssohn, Villa-Lobos, de
Falla, Cesar Franck, and Hubert Howe.
The Great American Folk Song Revival
October 5, 2014
For her performance, Ms. Doctorow will concentrate on
the folk music of the early ‘60s, presenting the work of
performers such as Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Tom Paxton,
Donovan, Richard and Mimi Fariña, Pete Seeger, Dave
Von Ronk, and others. She will also present some of
her original compositions and discuss the songwriting
process, and what it was like growing up with her famous
father world renown author E.L. Doctorow.
Chickentown
October 26, 2014
Pianist Ethan Leinwand, guitarist Seth Johnson and singer/washboard player, Joaquin Cotler of the group Chickentown are dedicated to the celebration and preservation
of traditional American piano blues. They will entertain
you with a blend of original songs, and some lesser-know
staples from Texas, New Orleans, St. Louis and Chicago.
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Young Adult registration begins, Monday, August 25 at 10am. Programs are for teens in grades 6-12.
Patrons who register for programs that require fees have one week to come in and pay for the program before their spot is
released. Please follow each program’s instructions, and have Teen’s Library Card available. If you have allergies, please be
aware that the Library cannot guarantee that the materials/food are free of ingredients that may affect you. Online registration is available; please check out the Library’s webpage: http://bayportbluepointlibrary.org/ or call or come in to register.
September Take-Home Craft
September 2014
Paper Carnations
Carnations are one of the world’s oldest cultivated
flowers. It is appreciated for its ruffled appearance,
which makes the paper carnations look so life like!
Take home a craft and watch them bloom!
Geek Out... Teen Read Week
Friday, October 17, 4-5pm
Let’s celebrate reading this week. Geek Out over
books and reading. Win prizes and have fun. We’ll
have refreshments. BPY500
Manga Club
Wednesdays, September 17 and October 22, 4-5pm
Interested in manga? We have the club for you! Join
your peers as we discuss different manga, watch anime
and discuss all things manga. Refreshments will be
served. BPY504
Banned Book Week
Sunday, September 21-Saturday, September 27, 2014
Banned Books Week - Celebrating the Freedom to
Read is observed during the last week of September
each year. Observed since 1982, the annual event reminds Americans not to take this precious democratic
freedom for granted. Become informed and spread the
word. Stop in and read a Banned Book!
Friday, September 26, 7-8pm
Make cool glow in the dark paintings while you learn
all about luminescence, phosphorescence and fluorescence while having fun! BPT311
Tween Movie Night: Goonies
Pre-Licensing Course
Teens Speak - Reinvent Yourself with a Cover
Thursday, September 25, 4-5pm
Leaves are falling into place and now you are about to
fall into place with this unusual photography assignment. Pick out a book cover and put yourself into the
picture. You and your partner will take each other’s
photo with a book cover. Then we will do a display
using your new book covers! Refreshments will be
served. BPY202
Pizza and Politics
Wednesday, October 1, 4-5pm
An informal meeting of some local politicians where
teens interested in politics ask the hard questions.
Pizza will be served as teens learn about our government from those in charge. BPY609
Teen Read Week
“Turn Dreams into Reality @ Your Library”
Sunday, October 12-Saturday, October 18 – All week.
The Young Adult Library Services Association
(YALSA) tells teens to use the Turn Dreams into Reality theme during Teen Read Week™, October 12-18,
2014, to spotlight all the great resources and activities
that the Library provides to inspire them to succeed in
school and beyond. An annual celebration of reading for fun, this year’s theme highlights a variety of
resources from inspirational stories, career resources,
how-to books and more! Come in all week; check out
a book, write a review or come to a program and you
will have a chance to win a gift certificate. Instructions
will be in the Young Adult corner.
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Friday, October 10, 6:30-8:30pm
A group of kids set out on an adventure in search of
pirate treasure that could save their homes from foreclosure. We’ll provide snacks and water. BPT700
Sunday, October 19, 12:30-5pm
Registration fee: $45.00. Checks only.
New York State Department of Motor Vehicles requires this pre-licensing course for all applicants who
would like to schedule a road test. This class is open
to all Bayport-Blue Point Library cardholders ages
16 and up until September 8 and then it is open to all
others if space is available. A valid NY State Learner’s Permit is required. Please register in person.
Teens Speak: Halloween
Bookends Contest
Thursday, October 23, 4-5pm
Come in and help decorate the Library and we’ll
have a contest with the bookends you design. We’ll
display them all week and you and your friends can
vote all week. The winner will receive a gift certificate on October 30th. BPY202
Minecraft
Tuesdays, September 23 and October 14, 7-8:30pm
Minecraft is a game about breaking and placing
blocks. At first, build structures to protect against
nocturnal monsters, but as the game grows players can
work together to create wonderful, imaginative things.
You will be able to work in either creative or survival
mode. You can use your own accounts if you have
one. You will need to bring your own flash drive to
save anything. BPY205
Programs for 4th through 6th graders. Registration
starts on Monday, August 25 at 10am. Please note
instructions for each program. Registration can be
online, by phone or come into the Library to register.
Patrons who register for programs that require fees
have one week to come in and pay before their spot
is released. Please have Tween’s Library card. If your
child has allergies, please be aware that the Library
cannot guarantee that the materials/food are free of
ingredients that may affect your child. Thank you.
Black Light Painting
Geek Out...
Divergent
Saturday, September 6.
1-3:30pm
Your favorite book; your
favorite movie – challenge
yourself and others to All
things Divergent trivia! We’ll
have refreshments after the
trivia while you watch the
movie. Win prizes and see
who really knows all things Divergent! BPY700
Tween
Programs
Haunted Live
Clue
Saturday, October 25,
7-9pm
The Bayport – Blue Point
Library has been trying to get
your favorite characters together
for a meet and greet program for
years, finally we were successful!
Unfortunately not all of the characters got along too well, according to
Katniss Everdreen , it was about who
was the favorite. Everyone was arguing
and the next thing you know, Willy Wonka’s
found dead in the magazine section. It’s basically
the teens’ fault since we were doing this all for them,
so we need your help finding clues throughout the
library and by interrogating the other characters!
Quick; before Harry Potter figures it out himself!
BPY612
Pumpkin Candy Bowls
Thursday, October 30, 7-8pm
You will be making a pumpkin candy bowl out of
chocolate and then filling it up with your Halloween
Candy! BPY909
National Candy Corn Day
Thursday, October 30, All Day
Join us for our annual Candy Corn Count! Try your
hand at counting the candy corn in the jar in the
Adult Reference area. Have fun all day! Winners
will be announced on Wednesday, October 31.
Pumpkin Carving
Wednesday, October 15, 4-5pm
@The Bayport Flower House
We will be meeting at the Bayport Flower House for
this program where you pick and carve out your own
pumpkin. You’ll learn all the techniques to make your
very own spooky creation. You must register for this
program. No walk-ins allowed! BPT602
Community Service
Opportunities
Youth Advisory Council
Fridays, September 19 and October 10, 5:30-6:15pm
All teens are welcome to participate in their Youth
Advisory Council. Meet with your friends and Ms.
Riley, the Young Adult Librarian. Bring your ideas
for programs, books and more. Refreshments will be
served as we brainstorm new ideas. Please register for
this program. BPY201
Pinwheels for Peace
Friday, September 19,
6-8pm
Drop in and make a pinwheel that will be “planted” outside the Library
in honor of International
Peace Day. The spinning
of the pinwheels in the
wind will spread thoughts
and feelings about peace
throughout the community.
BPY619
Sunday, September 21,
11am-noon
Join us as we “plant” the
pinwheels in the front of
the Library.
Decorating the Library:
Pumpkins
Monday, October 27, 4-6pm
Drop in and help us decorate the Library with your
colorful pumpkins. We’ll supply the pumpkins and
you decorate them for us! BPY621
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From The Children’s
REGISTRATION PROCEDURES: REGISTRATION FOR CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS BEGINS ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6th AT 11:00 AM. FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE AND TO ACCOMMODATE BUSY SCHEDULES THE LIBRARY OFFERS SEVERAL REGISTRATION OPTIONS: ONLINE, WALK IN, CALL IN AND
PRE-REGISTRATION. Program space is limited and preference is given to children who are Bayport-Blue Point Library district residents. All children must have their own
library card and a password to register online. You may come into the library to register or register by phone. Please have your child’s library card available. For families that
will be away, pre-registration forms will be available on September 3rd. They will be entered on the day of registration. Caregivers please call to register non-district resident
children who will then be placed in programs according to availability. The Children’s Services Department strives to provide fun and educational programs throughout the
year which promote literacy and lifelong learning for children and their families. More and more children are signing up for library programs. To help us better serve you,
please plan to attend all programs your child is registered for. Call in advance if your child will be late or is not able to join us. It is our hope that through programming we
can share our appreciation of books with the children in our community, inspire them to love books and help them discover the joy of reading.
Many different foods and materials are used in our
programs. If your child has allergies, please be aware
that the Library cannot guarantee that these materials
are free of ingredients that may affect your child.
Toddlers 18 Through 35 Months
Totally Tots
BPJ201
Fridays, September 19, 26, and October 3, 10,
10:00am 15 toddlers from 18 to 26 months
Children and their caregivers will have fun playing
together, making a craft, and meeting new friends at
this informal playtime.
Toddler Playtime BPJ209
Tina’s Italian Ices
The Bayport-Blue Point Library Children’s Department would like to thank the Capozzi family and
Tina’s Italian Ices for their generous donation of
coupons for free italian ices and ice cream for children participating in our Summer Reading program
this summer.
Fridays, September 19, 26, and October 3, 10,
11:30am, 15 toddlers from 27 to 35 months
Children and their caregivers will have fun making
new friends and sharing in imaginative free play with
the many toys provided by the Library. This is followed by a short story time to support early literacy
development.
Looking for a fun family outing! Stop by the library
to pick up discount tickets for the Long Island Game
Farm. Tickets are $10.00 each. Tickets are available for purchase at the circulation desk.
My Pumpkin BPJ215
Tuesday, October 21, 10:00am, 25 children from 18
months through 5 years
If it’s October, it’s time for apples, pumpkins and
some spooky fun! “A Time for Kids” will help you
decorate your house with a jolly orange pumpkin
that you will create during this program.
Wednesday, October 8, 11:30am, 20 toddlers from
18-35 months
Kathy Roeder has lots of exercise and physical activities planned for your children! They will have a good
time exploring their new abilities.
Friday, October 17, 11:00am, 25 toddlers from 18
through 35 months.
Get ready to dance and sing with guitarist, singer
Dara Linthwaite. . In her program “Apples, Apples”
she will introduce children to age-appropriate songs,
fingerplays, rhymes and movement activities.
Family Programs for Younger Children
Tot’s Night Out My Pumpkin BPJ216
Tuesday, October 21, 7:00pm, 24 children from 18
months through 5 years
If it’s October, it’s time for apples, pumpkins and
some spooky fun! “A Time for Kids” will help you
decorate your house with a jolly orange pumpkin
that you will create during this program.
Children from 3-5 years old
(not yet in Kindergarten) with an adult caregiver
Unless otherwise specified in the program description, siblings will not be admitted.
Kid’s Going Outside!
Storytime for 3 Year Olds BPJ300
Mondays, September 15, 22, 29 and October 6,
10:00am, 15 children from 36 through 47 months
We invite 3-year-olds and their caregivers to join
us in sharing stories, finger plays, songs, crafts, and
other age appropriate activities. The six early literacy skills that children need to help them become
good readers will be introduced at these sessions.
Plaster Craft BPJ408
Saturday, October 25, 10:00-11:00am, 20 children
Grades K-5th
Children will enjoy lots of creative fun! Pick out and
paint your own plaster figurine.
Parents can drop off children at Plastered in Sayville.
Storytime for 4’s and 5’s BPJ301
Infants from 3 Through 17 Months
Me and My Baby I BPJ100
Wednesdays, September 17, 24 and October 1, 8,
10:00am, 15 babies from 3 -9 months
Start your baby on the road to literacy with the fun
activities offered.
Me and My Baby
II BPJ104
Wednesdays, September 17, 24 and October
1, 8, 10:45am, 15
babies from 10- 17
months
New walkers will enjoy the activities planned to
match their new abilities.
Baby Songs With Dara BPJ110
Friday, October 17, 10:00am, 25 babies from 3
through 17 months.
Get ready to dance and sing with guitarist, singer,
songwriter Dara Linthwaite. In her program “Apples, Apples” she will introduce children to age-appropriate songs, fingerplays, rhymes and movement
activities.
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Tuesday, September 23, 10:00am, 25 children from
18 months through 5 years
Farms and streams, oceans and gardens all give us
the yummy treats that you find in your lunchbox
or at mealtime. Join “A Time for Kids” to find out
more and to make a related craft to take home.
Stepping Ahead for Fun BPJ206
Toddler Songs With Dara BPJ217
Long Island Game Farm
Discount Tickets
What’s in My Lunch Box BPJ214
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
We would like to invite you to participate in this free
program which encourages you to read 1,000 books
with your child before he or she starts kindergarten.
Simply read a book to your newborn, infant, and/or
toddler and then record it. If you read just 1 book a
night, you will have read about 365 books in a year.
At that rate you can read over 1,000 books in just
three years! The key is perseverance! The concept is
simple and the rewards are priceless.
Sign up following our kick-off program, “Mr. Mouse
Saves the Princess”.
Mr. Mouse Saves the Princess BPJ222
Wednesday, October 22, 10:30am, appropriate for
children 12 months through 5 years
Sign up your child for 1000 Books Before Kindergarten and attend our kick-off performance of, “Mr.
Mouse Saves the Princess”. The dragon is stealing
the stars from the sky. Can Mr. Mouse get them back?
Meet the star Duster and Princess Ribboniniski.
Wednesdays, September 17, 24, and October 1, 8,
1:30pm, 16 children from 48 months through the
59th month without a caregiver
This story time, which is meant for children only,
will help them along the road to independence by
briefly separating them from their parents in a safe
and friendly environment. Children not ready to
go into a program alone can be enrolled in the three
year old group which meets on Mondays.
Preschool Movie Matinee BPJ320
Friday, September 19, 2:00pm, 24 children
Spend time at the library watching a short movie
and then make a craft to take home. A snack and
drinks will be provided.
Creative Chaos BPJ318
Tuesday, September 30, 10:00am, 20 children
Does you preschooler love to get their hands messy?
If the answer is yes then join Mrs. Soper at the
library for an hour of fun filled activities.
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Owls’ Amazing Adaptations BPJ602
Monday, September 22, 4:00pm 20 children Grades
3-5
Owls are fascinating birds of prey with several
adaptations that help them to survive in a variety of
habitats. Come to learn a little about these unusual
features and how they help them hunt. Participate
in an owl pellet dissection and discover what these
birds have been eating.
Expressway to Your Art II BPJ601
Wednesday, October 15, 4:00pm, 18 children
Grades 3-5
Join Mrs. Ahearn and create an explosive painting in
the style of American artist, Bob Kane.
Simple Machines BPJ604
Trick Or Treat Cupcakes BPJ302
Wednesday, October 29, 10:00am, 25 children
Children will start with a plain cupcake and then go
trick or treating. Each time they come around they
will have a new treat for their cupcake! Kids can
come dressed in costume if they would like.
School Age Programs for Grades K
Through 5
Construction Zone BPJ425
Tuesday, September 16, 4:00pm, 25 children
We supply the legos and you provide the creativity!
Join Mrs. Soper for some lego building fun!
Monday, October 20, 4:00pm, 16 children Grades
3-5
Experiment and explore pushing, pulling and moving
objects with four basic simple machines. Find out
how and why they are used and where they may be
hiding right now. These hands on activities will allow children to experiment and have fun with levers,
pulleys, inclined planes and wheels while they learn
about gravity and friction.
Keep It Simple, Art for Kids II
BPJ508
Tuesday, October 21, 4:00pm 18 children Grades K-2
Join Mrs. Ahearn and create an explosive painting in
the style of German Expressionist, Franz Marc.
Special Events and Programs:
Our Reading Dog is
back!
Sign Language Workshop BPJ404
Fridays, September 19, 26 and October 3, 10, 4:00pm,
25 children
Through music you can learn to sign. Join Ms. Wise
as she shows you how in this fun and instructive
program.
Creative Cup Building BPJ430
Thursday, October 16, 4:00pm, 25 children
Let your imagination be your guide. Build on your
own or with friends using large plastic cups to see
what you can create.
Hurrah for Halloween BPJ429
Friday, October 17, 7:00-8:30pm, 30 children
Join your Children’s Librarians for a Halloween
packed celebration that includes slightly scary stories,
games, a craft and refreshments. Come in costume.
Parent’s Night Out BPJ411
Friday, October 24, 6:30-8:00pm, 40 children
Parents, do you need a few extra hours to run some
errands? Drop your children off at the library for a
snack, a drink and a viewing of the “Lego Movie”.
Bewitching Cat
Cupcakes BPJ405
Wednesday, October 29, 4:00pm,
25 children
Children will have fun creating
their own bewitching cat cupcake
for Halloween. Then join Chef
Rob in some fun fall games and
activities.
Check the Following Program Descriptions for the Grade Requirements:
Keep It Simple, Art for Kids I BPJ503
Children in 1st through 5th
grade can sign up to read
with our Reading Dog.
Reading aloud with a dog
allows children to gain confidence in reading and work on
their reading skills in a fun and nonjudgmental way.
Our goal for this program is to encourage children to
love books and become enthusiastic about reading.
Register at the Children’s desk staring in September.
October is National Candy Corn
Month
Our candy corn jar will be on the Children’s Desk
during the month of October. Pick up a contest entry
and make a guess at the number of candies it holds.
Who knows? You may win 4 tickets to the Riverhead Aquarium and get to take the jar of candy corn
home with you!
At Your Library:
September is National Library Card Month
A child’s most important school supply is free. It’s
a library card. If your child does not have a card just
apply for one at the library’s circulation desk.
Homework Help Got homework? Connect with an online tutor using Brainfuse. Online
certified tutors are available to help you with your
homework. Brainfuse also offers skills-building,
writing assistance, flash cards, test preparation and
more. Brainfuse is available on the Children’s web
page under “Homework Sites”. Ask a librarian if
you need assistance.
The library subscribes to MUZZY
ONLINE Available in the library or at home from our website,
Muzzy Online is a fun way for children to learn a
foreign language. Learn English, French, Spanish,
Italian and German. Ask a librarian for more information.
The library subscribes to WORLD
BOOK ONLINE
Tuesday, September 9, 4:00pm 18 children
Grades K-2
Learn how to draw a dinosaur of your choice and use
pastels to give it color.
Available in the library or at home from our website,
the World Book Online subscription consists of three
parts: World Book Online for Kids, World Book Online Info Finder and World Book Online Reference
Center. Ask a librarian for more information.
Expressway to Your Art I BPJ600
TumbleBooks
Wednesday, September 10, 4:00pm, 18 children
Grades 3-5
Join Mrs. Ahearn and create a bold painting in the
style of French artist, Fernand Leger.
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Have an animated story read to you online and then
play a game based on the story. TumbleBooks is
available on the Children’s web page under “Fun
Websites for Kids”.
Check out the Children’s Page and Blog
on the library’s website!
Great things are happening at the library! Check out
our children’s webpage for fun websites for kids, things
to do in your community, homework sites and more.
We’ve created our blog to keep you up-to-date on new
books, resources, programs and events. We’ll be posting photographs from our programs for your enjoyment. You’ll find lists of librarian and staff favorites to
help you with your book selection. New Baby Kits are available at the Children’s
Reference Desk for any Bayport or Blue Point resident
who has had a new baby during the last six months.
Get Well Kits can be picked up at the Children’s
Reference Desk to brighten a sick child’s day.
MOVIE MONDAYS!
@ 1 PM
September 1st ~ Closed for Labor Day
September 8th ~ Nebraska (R) 115 min
Starring: Bruce Dern, Will Forte, June Squibb
Plot: An aging, booze-addled father makes the trip
from Montana to Nebraska with his estranged son in
order to claim a million-dollar Mega Sweepstakes
Marketing prize.
September 15th ~ Heaven Is For Real (PG) 99 min
Starring: Greg Kinnear, Kelly Reilly, Thomas Haden
Church
Plot: A small-town father must find the courage and
conviction to share his son’s extraordinary, lifechanging experience with the world.
September 22nd ~ Leap Year (PG) 100 min
Starring: Amy Adams, Matthew Goode, Adam Scott
Plot: Anna Brady plans to travel to Dublin, Ireland to
propose marriage to her boyfriend Jeremy on Leap
Day, because, according to Irish tradition, a man
who receives a marriage proposal on a leap day must
accept it
September 29th ~ Noah (PG-13) 138 min
Starring: Russell Crowe, Jennifer Connelly, Anthony
Hopkins
Plot: A man is chosen by his world’s creator to undertake a momentous mission before an apocalyptic
flood cleanses the world.
October 6th ~ The Greatest Game Ever Played
(PG) 120 min
Starring: Shia LaBeouf, Stephen Dillane, Elias
Koteas
Plot: In the 1913 US Open, 20-year-old Francis
Ouimet played against his idol, 1900 US Open champion, Englishman Harry Vardon.
October 13th ~ Closed for Columbus Day
October 20th ~ Blended (PG-13) 117 min
Starring: Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore, Wendi
McLendon-Covey
Plot: After a bad blind date, a man and woman find
themselves stuck together at a resort for families,
where their attraction grows as their respective kids
benefit from the burgeoning relationship.
October 27th ~ The Fault In Our Stars (PG-13)
126 min
Starring: Shailene Woodley, Ansel Elgort, Nat Wolff
Plot: Hazel and Gus are two teenagers who share an
acerbic wit, a disdain for the conventional, and a love
that sweeps them on a journey. Their relationship
is all the more miraculous given that Hazel’s other
constant companion is an oxygen tank, Gus jokes
about his prosthetic leg, and they met and fell in love
at a cancer support group.
November 3rd ~ Million Dollar Arm (PG) 124 min
Starring: Jon Hamm, Aasif Mandvi, Alan Arkin
Plot: A sports agent stages an unconventional recruitment strategy to get talented Indian cricket players to
play Major League Baseball.
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Adult Programs from page 2
Pumpkin Cranberry Loaf Bread &
Autumn Harvest Salad
Thursday, October 16, 6:30-8:30pm
During this hands-on class, Chef Rob Scott will guide you
in making a loaf of pumpkin cranberry bread to take home
to bake or freeze. Chef Rob will also demonstrate how to
make an autumn harvest salad with maple Dijon dressing.
Patrons must bring: a large bowl, rubber spatula and a load
pan. Fee: $5 payable by check only. BPA921
Exercise Classes
Beginning Yoga
Saturdays, September 13, 20, October 4 & 18, 1011am
For all yoga classes, please make sure to bring a
yoga mat, wear comfortable clothing, and eat a light
meal at least one to two hours beforehand. Fee:
$10 payable by check only. BPA107
Fall Decoupage Vase
Wednesdays, September 10, 24, October 1 & 15,
7-8pm
Both yoga beginners and the more advanced are
welcome to attend this class. Instructor Diane Aronsen will tailor this class to suit all skill levels. Fee:
$10 payable by check only. BPA108
Italian Cooking with Chef Craig
Thursday, October 23, 6-8pm
Chef Craig and the Block Island Seafood Company go
Italian. They’ll demonstrate their lemon chicken piccata,
shrimp scampi and spaghetti carbonara. BPA922
Beginning Tai Chi
Mondays, September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6 & 13,
11:15am-12:15pm
This course teaches the 24 movements of the Beijing Tai Chi form. Be sure to wear loose, comfortable clothing and soft-soled shoes for all Tai Chi
classes. Fee: $10 payable by check only. BPA120
George Washington’s Secret
Spy Ring
Thursday, November 6, 7-8:30pm
By the summer of 1776 George Washington had suffered
two disastrous defeats. New York was in the hands of
the British and Long Island was controlled by Loyalists.
Washington was in desperate need of good intelligence and
created his Culper Spy Ring to operate on Long Island.
Join historian Elizabeth Kahn Kaplan as she reveals how
the five “Culpers” gathered information about British military activity on Long Island and in Manhattan and sent it to
General Washington despite constant danger. BPA631
Thursdays, September 11, 18, October 2, 9, 16 & 23,
10-11am
Fee: $10 payable by check only. BPA103
Exercise Samplings
Here at the library, we like to mix things up and
let you try different types of exercise classes from
our regular offerings. Due to time and space
constraints we won’t be able to offer these classes
throughout the year, but we will try to offer a variety of exercise classes for you to test out!
Tuesdays, September 7, 23, 30 & October 7, 7-8pm
Join certified Zumba instructor Kathy Roeder
for this invigorating workout. Zumba combines
international rhythms and Latin style dance with
interval and resistance training for a full body
workout. Don’t forget to wear sneakers and bring
water! Fee: $10 payable by check only. BPA121
Chair & Gentle Yoga
Winterthur Country Estate
Holiday Bus Trip
Saturday, December 13
Bus departs from the library at 7:30am, approximate
return 8pm
Home to Henry Francis du Pont, Winterthur was designed
in the spirit of an 18th & 19th Century European Country
House. Decorated for the holidays, we’ll have a guided
tour of exquisitely appointed period rooms, as well as a
tram ride through the lovely 60 acre garden. Also included in the tour is a Downton Abbey exhibit and a delicious
buffet lunch! Fee: $87 payable by check only. BPA632
Library Information
Telephone: 631-363-6133
e-mail: [email protected]
Web Site: http://bprt.suffolk.lib.ny.us/
Hours: Monday- Friday: 10am-9pm
Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 1pm-5pm (Opening September 14)
Please notify the Library if you
need special accommodations
due to a disability. The
Raymond Davis, Jr. Community
Room is equipped with
assisted listening devices.
Library Closed:
September 1 - Labor Day
October 13 - Columbus Day
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Arthritis Foundation Senior Flex
Zumba Fitness
Library Shredding & Electronic
Recycling Event!
Library Board meetings are held
on the second Wednesday of the
month at 7:00pm.
Tuesdays, September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7 & 14,
11:15am-12:15pm
This course focuses on improving and perfecting the
24 movements of the Beijing Tai Chi form. Fee: $10
payable by check only. BPA122
Yoga Levels I & II
Friday, October 17, 6:30-8pm
Jackie Dunn will guide you in making a decoupage vase using fall themed colors and patterns. A variety of papers and
vases will be available so you can tailor your design to your
own home décor. Fee: $5 payable by check only. BPA323
Saturday, November 8, 2-4pm
Two trucks will be in our library parking lot on the date and
times listed above to help you
with your paper and e-waste
recycling needs. Quality
Shredding will do on-site
shredding of your personal
documents. They will take
up to three boxes or bags of
paper per family, and you
can watch as your documents
are shred and then recycled.
Please do not bring plastic,
cardboard or hard drives.
KAD Recycling will have a
truck to collect your electronics. Data stored on all devices
will be destroyed. While most electronics are accepted,
like computers, cell phones, printers, TVs, and keyboards,
not accepted for recycling are large appliances, microwave
ovens, fluorescent bulbs, vacuum cleaners, power tools,
paper shredders or lawn mowers. No sign-up necessary.
Intermediate Tai Chi
Library Board of Trustees
Kim McAward, President
Mary Ellen Adams
Daniene Byrne
Stephanie Heineman
Susan Kennedy-Smith
Michael Firestone
Library Director
Tuesdays, September 23, 30, October 7, 14 & 28,
3:30-4:30pm
Instructor Marcia Salvesen will introduce participants to both chair and gentle yoga over the course
of these five classes. Chair yoga will be aimed towards seniors and those with less mobility. During
later classes you will practice gentle yoga, which
will focus on stretching and alignment. Modifications are given for potential physical limitations.
Fee: $10 payable by check only. BPA123
On
Exhibit
SEPTEMBER
Members of the National League of American Pen
Women have their artistic work in an exhibit arranged by Kathy Wayman in the hall gallery. Blue
Point wood carver Tony Quintal’s birds are on display in the east hall case. In the west case is an exhibit about the Great South Bay Audubon Society,
designed by Lenora Daniel, editor of the Society’s
newspaper the Sandpiper. Harriet Mihlstin’s watch
collection in the LeCluse case suggests time to go
back to school. Bayport Boy Scout Troop # 130
activities are shown in Kim McAward’s exhibit at
the Blue Point Avenue bulletin board.
OCTOBER
An excellent photographic exhibit of Old Time
Patchogue mounted by the Patchogue Historical
Society, arranged by Steve Lucas, is hanging in
the hall gallery. Karen McGinley’s JWY Middle
School art students works are in the east hall case.
Little Red Riding Hood marionettes created by
Anne Dreyer Scinto are dancing in the west case
and Randi Morgan’s Barbie Dolls are having a
wild Halloween party in the LeCluse case. October is Bayport Heritage house tour month and Jim
Connell’s photographic exhibit at the Blue Point
Avenue bulletin board of old Bayport houses is a
reminder of what used to be.
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