A monthly guide to your community library, its programs and services

Issue No. 254, June 2010

Library Schedule The library will be closed on Father’s SAVE THE Day, Sunday, June 20. June 13 will be the final Sunday opening until Sep- DATE! tember 12.

Summer Saturdays: September 25 open all day The library Board of Trustees voted to keep the library open from 9 to 5 Library on Saturdays during July and August, beginning July 10. This summer will be viewed as a pilot. The board will look Foundation at usage and evaluate the results at its October meeting. Gala Jason and Sean are ready to explore the Cradle of Aviation Museum PWPL joins forces with museums to Have a question? Text Honoring share the wealth of their collections us! Use your Port Washington library card to borrow a pass for free admission to any one The library offers free text message Hal Spielman of 15 participating museums. The library’s Museum Pass program has been a popular services. Text us at 66746 and start service since its inception in 2007. In the first four months of this year alone, almost 300 and individuals/families visited museums in Nassau County and Manhattan. Go to www.pwpl. your question with ASKPWPL. We will org to use our online calendar-based system to reserve a pass. Each pass has different respond as soon as possible. This ser- Zelik Ziegelbaum guidelines, so be sure to click on the appropriate links. The Museum Pass Program is vice is available during regular library funded by the Friends of the Port Washington Public Library. hours. Note: messages should be less than 160 characters.

Schreiber Talent Summer Saturdays: On June 2 at 7:30 p.m., the library and the Music Advisory Council will fea- Open 9 to 5 beginning July 10 ture top music students of Schreiber High School in a special concert that will include both solo and ensemble performances.

Rosetta Stone The interactive language learning library is available for use in our Com- puter Center. Learn Chinese, French, Italian and Spanish. This immersion- based software includes listening, speaking, reading and writing mod- ules. Headphones and microphones are available for the listening and speech recognition lessons.

Living Library “Living books” will be “read” on Tues- day, June 8 at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments courtesy of Friends of the Port Wash- ington Public Library.

Homework Help The end of the school year is fast ap- proaching. Use your library card to connect with a tutor for help with final projects and papers. Log on to www. pwpl.org between 2 & 10 p.m. Service is available in English and Spanish. Sponsored by the Friends of the Li- Live at PWPL on Friday, June 18 at 7:30 p.m.: “Their chemistry is really kind of magical,” says John Platt of WFUV 90.7 FM. And if John brary and the Bernard L. Fendrich Platt says so, you can believe it. Join Diane Garisto, Marci Geller and Cathy Kreger for an evening of alternative rock. Memorial Fund. Sharing a concept: Books for Dessert

“Literacy from the library slowly dawned on us that not only perspective is more than just the was his learning not increasing, but ability to read and write,” explained he was losing his academic skills a Library Director Nancy Curtin be- lot more quickly than he’d acquired fore an audience at the YAI National them.” Institute for People with Disabilities Mrs. Comer’s son had learned conference in April. “It is the ability a lot during his high school career, to understand and share ideas.” but because residence and day “The library’s mission is to pro- programs focus mainly on social vide opportunities for lifelong learn- and life skills, such as managing ing,” she continued. “Every person schedules, chores and money, the deserves an intellectual life, a place joys of ideas and intellectual stimu- to learn with others and share ideas. lation take a back seat. The library is the perfect place for a With the intention of making book club for adults with intellectual changes for her son and others disabilities.” like him, who age out of the educa- Ms. Curtin was joined by tional system at age 21, Mrs. Comer Books for Dessert co-founder Nancy formed a nine-member advisory Comer, who has a 31-year-old son board comprised of parents, library with Down syndrome. The pair staff, advocates, fundraisers and Asian Festival follow up teamed up with book club leader session leaders. Books for Dessert More than a thousand vistors to our recent Asian Festival enjoyed the cuture, colors and Evelyn Schonbrun to bring the was the outcome. traditions of Bangladesh, Burma, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea and Pakistan. Thank you to our many wonderful ESOL students and tutors who gave so much of themselves for Books for Dessert concept beyond The library now hosts three this festival. Look for more complete coverage next month. Port Washington, with the hopes separate club meetings for adults that other institutions around the with intellectual disabilities each country will model the program week, each one with a leader and and serve a population that is often in some cases an assistant. underserved. Books for Dessert is sup- “What does any parent wish for ported by the Port Washington Goodbye, New York! her child?” asked Nancy Comer. “A Library Foundation. For further happy, relatively independent life in information, contact Lee Fertitta As ESOL Coordinator Peggy to someone else. the community. A home, a job. All at 883-4400, Ext. 135. O’Hanlon is fond of saying, “Our “I even sneered when my of this was happening, but then it ESOL program is so much more grandma first told me about the than learning English.” Improving free English classes in the library. speaking and reading is, of course, I doubted what I could learn from the primary goal of our students these classes, but I gave it a try for whom English is a second and realized I could learn much at language. What’s become evident, the library. though, is that the bonds between “I’m now convinced that the teacher and student go way beyond course of life is unpredictable; no language — friendships are formed, one can write his autobiography in culture and traditions are shared. advance. Sometimes, things might The informal becomes almost as be contrary to our expectations and important as the formal for our new we might begin to doubt ourselves, residents as they assimilate to life lose our confidence, and eventually away from home. lose our faith. However, we’ve got The following is excerpted to believe what we’re doing will from an essay from a Taiwanese somehow be helpful in the future. I student who looks forward to mov- believe these experiences are both The Monday night group with leader Carol Trimarchi ing from the comfort of the library rare and precious. and beginning the next chapter “I’ve learned a lot and am of his life as a graduate student at ready to go for the next phase in Carnegie Mellon University. my life. Studying English here is “It is snowing outside and I the best decision I’ve ever made. If Art lecture by Mina Weiner am sitting in the library with a cup I could go back in time one year, I of coffee in my hand. A library is al- would make the same decision.” Edwin Howland Blashfield Museum, and the New-York His- ways the place where I can concen- (1848–1936) was a celebrated torical Society. trate on my study, be relaxed, and painter and the preeminent practi- Books will be available for enjoy my free time. I can have some tioner and theorist of mural paint- purchase and signing after the privacy even in a public place. ing at the time when murals were talk. Sponsored by the Friends of “The Port Washington Public a major element of important civic the Library Library has unwittingly become buildings. part of my life. At this cozy place, I’d Edwin Howland Blashfield: prepared for my TOEFL and GRE Master American Muralist, edited exams, read many useful books, by Mina Rieur Weiner, is the first met many nice friends, and most book in decades to focus on the important, met a great teacher who renowned muralist, and covers the also had become one of my best artist as defender of the classical friends. All of these were not what tradition. I’d expected. Because of my poor Ms. Weiner visits on Friday, speaking of English, I thought no June 11 at 12:10 p.m. She is a mu- one would bother to talk or help seum consultant who has organized me. However, the librarians and Thanks, Ted Goldsmith, and all of our ESOL exhibitions for numerous New volunteers here are so amiable that volunteer tutors for inspiring our students to York City museums, including the I can speak to them at ease, which succeed. Museum of the City of New York is difficult for me when I try to talk (MCNY), the South Street Seaport Men’s Book Group A new book discussion group for men will meet for its first ses- sion on Wednesday, June 23 at noon. Men of all ages are invited to discuss books that are geared to their interests, covering topics of current events, history, science and sports. The first book isKiller Angels by Michael Shaara. Documenting the three days at Gettysburg dur- ing the American Civil War, Shaara creates an astounding piece of historical fiction by documenting the generals who lead both the Union and Confederate soldiers into battle. Partnering with PW Senior Citizens, Inc. For more information contact 883-4400, Ext. 136 or send an e- The library is once again partnering with Port Washington Citizen’s, Inc. to exhibit artwork created in their painting, drawing and sewing mail to [email protected] classes. The work will hang in the library’s Community Gallery throughout June.

Books at the station The library’s service to Long to borrow. You don’t need a library Island Railroad commuters re- card. When you’re finished, simply sumes July 7 and continues through return the books to the library September 1. Library staff will be table at the station on Wednesday on-site at the Port Washington mornings or to the library. This station on Wednesday mornings program is funded by the Friends (weather permitting) from 7 to 9 of the Library. For further informa- a.m. A collection of popular pa- tion, contact Jean Bennett at (516) perbacks will be available for you 883-4400, Ext. 119.

We salute our volunteers The following are remarks or teach ESOL, we know that we are made by Library Board President giving part of ourselves to a fine and Julie Geller at our recent Volunteer worthwhile institution. Appreciation Brunch. “While being a volunteer A successful Job Fair “I am so glad that you all came you have a variety of experiences. More than 800 Nassau County residents attended the recent job fair hosted by the library and organized by the NYS Department of Labor. Thirty-three businesses, ranging from healthcare, this morning to celebrate being a You meet so many interesting and manufacturing, and office support, were on-hand to speak with potential employees. library volunteer. I started working knowledgeable people who come as a volunteer nearly 25 years ago from all walks of life. You might find as a member of the Friends of the life-long friends or find others who Library board and then Friends share your interests. You might get treasurer and president. Sixteen the joy of bringing new concepts years ago I ran to become a mem- or information or beauty to people ber of the library board of trustees. who are grateful for your efforts. Stacks/reference re-design I have served as president for 10 You might find talents you never years. I am on the Foundation knew you had or gain insights into In an effort to maximize study For greater visibility, art Board and I am an ESOL tutor. your own strengths and weakness- and browsing space in the reading books (709 – 760) will be in a “As volunteers, we gain so es. You might learn things that you room and stacks wing, and to better separate section. Cookbooks, do- much from our experience. We might never have been exposed to organize our browsing collections, it-yourself books, and gardening become proud members of our before and find that they add rich- we’ve re-arranged some of our most books will be shelved against the community. We know that we are ness to your life. popular materials as follows: back wall of the circulating book doing our part as citizens and “We all know that being a Circulating travel books (910 stacks. neighbors. We serve to bring volunteer is a satisfying experience – 919), circulating health books We hope these changes will knowledge, pleasure and learning that we can be proud of. The Board (610 – 618) and circulating career allow for greater flexibility, and we to our town. Whether we serve on of Trustees salutes you and hopes books (331 and 650) are now in the hope the public will bear with us, the Library Board or the Friends or that you will all continue your hard reference room. Rest assured these and ask for assistance, until these the Foundation or on one of our fine work for a long time to come.” may still be borrowed! changes are complete. councils or help with local history ½ June Library Kids Welcome to the page for Children’s Services. Be sure to look here for upcoming exhibits, programs and articles relating to Children’s Services and the Parenting Information Center. Parents: Please comply with the age guidelines for these programs and be prepared to show proof of local residency. Early Childhood To register and/or inquire about availability for the following programs, please call Children’s Services at 883-4400, Ext. 150.

A Time for Kids Monday, June 14 at 10:30 a.m., 12 or 1:15 p.m. Educational activities combine preschool concepts and fun. For ages 18 months to 5 years with an adult. Registration begins June 1.

Pajama Story Time Tuesday, June 15 at 7 p.m. Come in pajamas and listen to bedtime stories. Ages 2 ½ to 6 with an adult. Family members welcome. No registration required. Summer Programs To register and/or inquire about availability for the following programs, please call Children’s Services at 883-4400, Ext. 150. Please note: The July and August newsletters will list additional programs and toddler and preschool story times that do not require registration. Pick up a summer Kindergarten through program flier for a full listing of summer activities. Early Childhood Sixth Grade Play Pals - Session I: Tuesdays, July 6, 13 & 20 at 10:30 a.m. To register and/or inquire about availability for the following programs, Play together, create a craft together and meet new people in a fun, creative please call Children’s Services at 883-4400, Ext. 150. environment. For ages 18 to 29 months with an adult - children must be 18 months old by July 1. Registration begins June 28. Tweens’ Night Out Book Babies - Session I: Wednesdays, July 7, 14 & 21 at 11:30 a.m. Friday, June 11 from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy books, songs, music, fingerplays and more. For ages birth to 17 Students in grades 5 and 6 are invited for an evening get together at the months with an adult. Registration begins June 28. library. Have fun and help the Children’s Room prepare for the Summer Reading Club 2010. Registration begins June 1. Light refreshments will be served. Entering K through Sixth Grade Walk Then Talk: Thursdays, July 8, 22 and August 5 at 4 p.m. Book discussion for children entering grades 5 and 6. Children will take Children’s Garden a short walk (weather permitting) while sharing their favorite books. A Tuesday, June 15 from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. booklist will be compiled for participants to take home at the end of the Children in grades K to 6 with an adult are invited to help plant flowers three week session. Registration begins June 21. and vegetables in the Gordon Helman Garden (weather permitting). No registration required. Wacky Waves: Saturday, July 10 at 10 a.m. A Mad Science of Long Island presentation for children entering grades 1 to 4. Learn about water, waves and the environment. Registration begins Summer Junior Volunteer Program June 28. Co-sponsored by the Children’s Advisory Council with private Children entering 5th and 6th grades are invited to attend a one-hour donations to the Port Washington Library Foundation. training session after which they will be eligible to participate in the Junior Volunteer program. Once trained, participants will volunteer two Crafts Corner – Session I: Mondays, July 12, 19 and 26 at 4 p.m. hours each week from July 6 through August 13. Responsibilities include Listen to stories and make a craft. For children entering grades K to 2. assisting with the summer reading club, as well as various activities in the Registration begins June 28. Children’s Room. Limited registration for training begins June 7. Prospective Third Grade Thinkers: Mondays, July 12, 26 & August 9 at 7 p.m. volunteers must register to attend one of the two training sessions: Monday, Book discussion for children entering grade 3. Registration begins June June 14 at 4 p.m. or Wednesday, June 23 at 7:30 p.m. 21. Fifth and Sixth Grade Page Turners: Wednesdays, July 14, 28 & Tuesday, August 10 at 7:15 p.m. Book discussion for children entering grades 5 and 6. Registration begins June 21. Family Film: Ponyo Fourth Grade Favorites: Mondays, July 19 & August 2, 16 at 7 p.m. Book discussion for children entering grade 4. Registration begins June Friday, June 25 at 7 p.m. 28. (2009 – Running time 101 minutes) Let’s Do A Show: Wednesday, July 21 at 7 p.m Five year old Sosuke embarks on a fantastic journey of friendship with Children entering grades 5 and 6 are invited to join Port resident Elise a goldfish named Ponyo. An animated feature from Walt Disney Studios May to create characters and perform! Have fun using theater games, Motion Pictures, written and directed by Hayao Miyazak. Bring a blanket role-play and improvisation to explore emotions and social situations. and a picnic dinner and we’ll supply the popcorn! No tickets or registration Storytime Theater and Expressive Elocution are two of Elise’s successful required. Rated G for general audiences. Arts Education programs. Registration begins June 28. in multiple formats

This month we screen Bang Jack Byrnes) • Men of Honor (Navy the Drum Slowly, a baseball drama diving instructor Billy Sunday) • starring Robert De Niro. The son of Midnight Run (bounty hunter Jack painters Virginia Admiral and Rob- Walsh) • The Mission (slave trader ert De Niro, Sr. was born on August Rodrigo Mendoza) • 1900 (wealthy 17, 1943 in . Winning Alfredo Berlinghieri) • Once Upon the role of the Cowardly Lion in an a Time in America (mobster David elementary school staging of The “Noodles” Aaronson)• Raging Bull Wizard of Oz started him on his (De Niro earned an Oscar portray- acting career. Filmmaker Brian De ing boxer Jake La Motta) • Ronin Palma gave De Niro his first movie (intelligence-agent-turned-thief roles, and Martin Scorsese and Sam) • The Score (thief Nick Wells) Francis Ford Coppola gave him his • Shark Tale (gangster shark Don best movie roles. View these De Lino) • Showtime (police detective Niro performances from our circu- Mitch Preston) • Stardust (flying lating DVD and VHS collections: ship commander Captain Shake- De Niro on DVD: Analyze This speare) • Taxi Driver (psycho and Analyze That (anxious mobster cabbie Travis Bickle) • This Boy’s Paul Viti) • Awakenings (catatonic Life (sadistic step-father Dwight Hansen) • (spin doc- patient Leonard Lowe) • Brazil Goddess, bronze, 21” x 9” x 20” (plumber Harry Tuttle) • A Bronx tor Conrad Brean) • The Wedding Tale (De Niro directed and plays Party (Cecil, the groom’s best bus driver Lorenzo Anello) • Cape friend) AAC hosts sculptor Mark Newton Fear (vengeful psychopath Max De Niro on VHS: The Adven- Cady) • Casino (casino manager tures of Rocky and Bullwinkle • Sculptor Mark Newton says, consciousness. The common de- Sam “Ace” Rothstein) • City by the Backdraft • Dear America: Letters “My bronze work relates to organic, nominators are the search for Sea (police officer Vincent LaMa- Home from Vietnam • Flawless • cultural, mythical, mystical, spiri- wholeness and connectivity, both rca) • Cop Land (internal affairs Great Expectations • Marvin’s Room tual relationships which I articulate within our personal consciousness, investigator Moe Tilden) • The • One Hundred and One Nights of through the lens of personal experi- and beyond ourselves.” Deer Hunter (soldier Michael Vron- Simon Cinema • Sleepers • Stanley ence. My goal in these sculptures, Mark Newton’s work will be sky) • 15 Minutes (Detective Eddie & Iris • The Untouchables whether they are recognizable or on exhibit in the Main Gallery from Flemming) • The Godfather, Part II DeNiro on CD: Robert De Niro abstract, is to capture within these June 1 through 30. The Art Advi- (the role of Vito Carleone earned in Conversation forms the subjects of internal es- sory Council hosts a reception for him a Best Supporting Actor Os- DeNiro on the Printed Page: sence and energy.” the artist on Saturday, June 5 from car) • The Good Shepherd (De Niro De Niro: A Biography by John As for his welded steel sculp- 2 to 4 p.m. directed and plays General Bill Sul- Baxter. tures, Newton describes them To view the artist’s work, go livan) • GoodFellas (mobster Jimmy as “soul vessels.” He continues, to marknewtonsculpture.com. Conway) • Heat (master thief Neil “They are expressions of an intui- Art Advisory Council exhibits McCauley) • Hi, Mom! (would- tive feeling, contemporary in form, are funded by private donations be pornographer Jon Ru-bin) • which acknowledges the fluidity of to the Port Washington Library Jackie Brown (arms dealer Louis all form and its ability to serve as Foundation. Gara) • The King of Comedy (psy- a medium for a more integrated chotic comedian Rupert Pupkin) • The Last Tycoon (movie producer Monroe Stahr) • Mad Dog and Glory (mild-mannered cop Wayne “Mad Dog” Dobie) • Mary Shel- ley’s Frankenstein (the Creature) Meet author Barbara Strauch Mean Streets • (hoodlum Johnny Us About Our Kids. She previously Meet the Parents Meet Barbara Strauch, author Boy Civello) • and covered science and medical issues Meet the Fockers (father of the bride of The Secret Life of the Grown-up Brain, on Wednesday, June 23 at in Boston and Houston and directed 2 p.m. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalism at Most of what we think we Newsday. know about middle age is wrong. This program is sponsored Cultural myths such as the midlife by the Friends of the Library and crisis and empty-nest syndrome just the Health Advisory Council, with don’t hold up under scrutiny. Long- private donations to the Port Wash- held assumptions that our brains ington Library Foundation. are in a state of gradual decline from a youthful peak have been proven untrue. Fears that memory lapses, forgotten names, and distracted thoughts are the beginnings of de- mentia are unfounded. In fact, what we have learned from studying the time we call “middle age” is that the changes that take place as we age give us the best brains of our lives, at their strongest in a whole range of cognitive areas. Barbara Strauch is health and medical science editor and a deputy science editor at The New York Times and the author of The Sunday, June 13 at 3 p.m. Primal Teen: What the New Discov- 7th Annual Warren Schein Concert eries About the Teenage Brain Tell What’s new in TeenSpace this month? TEEN SUMMER READING CLUB: “Make be served. Register in-person or call techniques such as fi ngerprinting. Workshop fee: $5. Waves @ Your Library.” Students 883-4400, Ext. 148. FREE Workshop fee: $5. (entering grades 7-12) are invited to Cool Corksters and Painted Glass: participate in this years Teen Read- Picture Port Photography Work- Teen Project Runway: Tuesday, July 20 Saturday, August 7 at 11 a.m. Person- ing Club. Read books, write mini-re- shop: Tuesday, July 6 at 7 p.m. Join at 6:30 p.m. Create your own portfo- alize your own photo-coasters made views, win prizes! Register in-person photojournalist Michael Ach for a lio of fashion sketches while taking of cork. Workshop fee: $5. at TeenSpace or online at www.pwpl. beginners workshop. Receive a dis- on a designer challenge. Workshop org/teenspace beginning June 21. posable camera to shoot your own fee: $5. Wok and Roll: Tuesday, August 10 Pick up a complete packet of reading photos. Selected photographs from at 7 p.m. Savor the fl avors of Asian club materials, including a sign-up each participant will be displayed in Video Game Tournament: Thursday, cuisine by creating a classic stir-fry prize (while supplies last). TeenSpace during August. Cameras July 22 at 7 p.m. Play against other and vegetable spring rolls. Work- must be returned to TeenSpace no teens in this exciting gaming event. shop fee: $5. TEEN WORKSHOPS: Register in-per- later than 9 p.m. on July 20. Work- Workshop fee: $5. son, in TeenSpace, beginning June shop fee: $5. 21. Workshops are open to teens The Alchemist’s Kitchen: Tuesday, July entering grades 7-12 as of September Guitar Hero Night: Thursday, July 8 27 at 7 p.m. Explore the chemistry 2010. Stop by the library to pick up a at 7 p.m. No experience necessary. behind the culinary arts, and learn copy of our Summer Programs bro- FREE, but pre-registration is re- to make ambrosia. In-person registra- chure and check out our display case quired either in-person or by calling tion. Workshop fee: $5. in the lobby for craft samples. All teen TeenSpace at 883-4400, Ext. 148. summer programs are co-sponsored Pop Art Collage Workshop: Thursday, by the Friends of the Library. Malibu Tile Workshop: Tuesday, July July 29 at 7 p.m. Join us for a unique 13 at 7 p.m. Learn about the history collage workshop with artist Michael Teen Books on the Terrace: Summer of this ceramic art form and learn Albert. The library will provide Discussion Series. Wednesdays (grades to translate and recreate patterns space for teens who wish to display 7-12), July 7 & 28, August 18 at 7 p.m. into cool art jewelry that both guys collages produced in the workshop. Take advantage of the beautiful and girls want to wear. Workshop Workshop fee: $5. “make Waves @ your Library” is the theme summer weather, the book group fee: $5. of this year’s teen Summer reading Club. will meet on the library’s terrace Butt on Boards: Lost Art Found: Tues- register in person or online at www.pwpl.org/ CSI: “Who Done It” Workshop?: Thurs- day, August 3 at 7 p.m. Recycle loose teenspace. read books, write mini-reviews, (weather permitting). The fi rst book win prizes!! will be available for pick-up at time day, July 15 at 7 p.m. Explore the buttons and fabric scraps to display of registration. Refreshments will science of crime scene investigation photos, notes and artwork brilliantly!

CAR-RT SORT Non-Profi t Organization U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 348 Published by the Port Washington, NY PORT WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY 11050-2794 One Library Drive Port Washington, NY 11050-2794 Phone: 516/883-4400 E-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://www.pwpl.org LIBRARY TRUSTEES: Julie Geller, President Lee Aitken, Myron Blumenfeld, Patricia Bridges, Joseph Burden, Thomas Donoghue, John O’Connell LIBRARY DIRECTOR: Nancy Curtin EDITOR: Jackie Kelly POSTAL CUSTOMER Port Washington, NY 11050 pwpl Issue No. 254, June 2010