EXHIBITS in the Main Gallery 12 THURSDAY 19 THURSDAY ANDREW HOLLANDER: Meet the Artist BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: Townie, by Whose Work Is in the Photography Gallery
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July 2012 EXHIBITS In the Main Gallery 12 THURSDAY 19 THURSDAY ANDREW HOLLANDER: Meet the artist BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: Townie, by whose work is in the Photography Gallery. Andre Dubus III, facilitated by Lee Fertitta. Reception 7:30 to 9 p.m. Story in this issue. 1:30 p.m. 3rdTHURSDAYS @ 3: Orientalism. The term “Orientalism” is used to define a group of Western artists who focus on the depiction of Eastern culture, and was a spe- cialty of 19th century academic art. Several FRIDAY Orientalist painters actually traveled great 13 distances, such as North Africa, to sketch SANDWICHED IN: Meet Andrew Kane. The Great Neck resident will read from “exotic” scenes. Delacroix, Gericault, and discuss Joshua, a Brooklyn Tale. This Ingres, Gerome are a few of the many gripping saga tells a story of racism, be- painters of this period who became known trayal and redemption. Books will be avail- for their depictions of scenes from faraway able for purchase and signing. 12:10 p.m. cultures. Eroticized harem scenes became very popular at this time. Join Ines Powell for an exploration of this genre. 3 p.m. AAC Aaron Morgans’s The Beige Gallery ART ADVISORY COUNCIL: Members of the library’s Art Advisory Council exhibit “The Library Through Our Eyes,” in celebration of the library’s 120th anniversary, throughout 27 FRIDAY the summer. SATURDAY SANDWICHED IN: Meet Alex Stone: Fool- In the Martin Vogel Photography Gallery 14 ing Houdini. When he was 5-years-old, NEXT CHAPTER: Join us for a discussion FRIDAY Alex Stone’s father bought him a magic ANDREW HOLLANDER: Photographs, July 6 through August 31. Meet the artist at a of current events. Bring your opinion! 10 20 kit — a gift that would spark a lifelong SANDWICHED IN: Meet J. McCullough: reception on Thursday, July 12 at 7:30 p.m. Story in this issue. a.m. to noon. Golf in the Year 2000 or What We Are love. Fooling Houdini (HarperCollins, June Coming To (Unwin, London, 1892). In 2012) recounts Stone’s madcap quest to which Alexander Gibson goes to sleep on join the pantheon of international magical March 24, 1892 and awakes 108 years later, masters. Books will be available for pur- finding himself in an amazing new world. chase and signing. Sponsored by Friends Dramatized by Mr. David Houston, Mr. of the Library. 12:10 p.m. MONDAY FRIDAY MONDAY Steven Corbellini and Miss Sara Lyons. FAMILY FILM: The Muppets (2011-103 16 Celebrating our 120th Anniversary: What 2 6 AFTERNOON AT THE OPERA: Joan min.). With the help of fans Gary (Jason SANDWICHED IN: Rainforest Butterflies. Might Have been on July 20, 1892. 12:10 Segel), Mary (Amy Adams) and Walter A spectacular collection of tropical rainfor- Sutherland. “La Stupenda” was one of p.m. (voiced by Peter Linz), the Muppets re- est butterflies and moths, many collected the most acclaimed sopranos of the 20th century, a singer of such power and range IN the News: On July 20, 1892, Dr. C.D. unite to save their old theater from greedy by the presenter, will convey the unfathom- oil tycoon Tex Richman (Chris Cooper). able beauty and infinite variety of tropical that she was crowned “La Stupenda” by Scudder mysteriously commits suicide in Italian audiences. She had a voice of size Northport, Long Island, with no known Segel scripted and produced with Nicholas rainforest life. Steve Fratello’s passion Stoller. Guest stars include Alan Arkin, for natural history led to his life as an and substance, but was trained by her motive or note explaining his actions. This, husband Richard Bonynge to sing bel and many other intriguing news items of Zach Galifianakis, Emily Blunt, Whoopi explorer/naturalist in the world’s tropical Goldberg, Selena Gomez, Neil Patrick rainforests. 12:10 p.m. canto roles, showcasing a technique that the day, will be discussed by Mr. John had incomparable facility for fast runs, Bosco. Celebrating our 120th Anniversary: Harris and Mickey Rooney. James Bobin’s SCRABBLE PLAYERS! Join us for a game! elaborate roulades and impeccable trills. What Might Have been on July 20, 1892. movie is rated PG. Note the early start 3 to 5:30 p.m. With plenty of audio and video clips, we will 3 p.m. time: 7 p.m. remember the glory of Joan Sutherland and the luxury of her voice. Facilitated LIVE@PWPL: Songs of the Gilded Age. by Marc Courtade, business manager for Performed by Mr. Frank Hendricks & Tilles Center for the Performing Arts at Madam Connie Shakalis, with pianist Mr. Long Island University. 3 p.m. MAC William Barash. Celebrating our 120th An- niversary: What Might Have been on July 20, 1892. 7:30 p.m. 30 MONDAY “MARTHA MARCY MAY MARLENE” Refreshments will be served at all events. (2011-102 min.). Haunted by painful memo- Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. ries and increasing paranoia, Martha (Eliz- SCRABBLE PLAYERS! Come and join us abeth Olsen) struggles to re-assimilate for a game! 2 to 5 p.m. with her family after fleeing an abusive cult. Director Sean Durkin also scripted. “JANIE JONES” (2010-107 min.). Thirteen- Caution: adult content! 7:30 p.m. year-old Janie Jones (Abigail Breslin), a SOUNDSWAP: Highland (Brian Leven- talented fledgling musician who has been stein, Jimmy Sciacca and Greg Belmonte) abandoned by her mother Mary Ann (a offers up an acoustic set of material that applies the vocal styling of Crosby, Stills former groupie), informs self-destructive former rock star Ethan Brand (Alessandro and Nash to songs originally performed MONDAY by artists including The Beatles, Squeeze, 23 Nivola) that she is his daughter. Producer/ director David M. Rosenthal also scripted. Elvis Costello, and CSN themselves. These Gemma Hayes and Eef Barzelay provided familiar covers blend in well with the the songs, which are sung by stars Breslin trio’s ever-growing repertoire of original and Nivola. Caution: adult language! 7:30 acoustic rock songs. Singer-songwriter p.m. Scott Daly (aka ‘Arms and Legs’) is the opening act for this evening. Scott’s set will be highlighted by songs from his most recent album The Baggage Wheel. 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY DIRECTOR’S CUT: Film expert John 3 Bosco will screen and discuss Chronicle CHESS PLAYERS: All are welcome. Bring (2012-84 min.). High school buddies An- a game if you have one. Tuesdays from 2 MONDAY drew (Dane DeHaan), Matt (Alex Russell) to 4 p.m. 9 and Steve (Michael B. Jordan) gain amaz- “THE GREY” (2011-118 min.). After a plane ing telekinetic powers, but their bonds are crash in the wilds of Alaska, a huntsman tested as their lives spin out of control. named Ottway (Liam Neeson) tries to lead Director Josh Trank scripted with Max a group of oil workers to safety, but they Landis. Caution: strong language! 7:30 p.m. are dogged by a pack of wolves. Producer/ SPONSORSHIPS director Joe Carnahan scripted with Ian AAC Art Advisory Council Mackenzie Jeffers, from the short story, CAC Children’s Advisory Council “Ghost Walker.” This suspense drama was “YOUNG ADULT” (2011-93 min.). Novel- HAC Health Advisory Council filmed in Vancouver, British Columbia. ist Mavis Gary (Charlize Theron) returns MAC Music Advisory Council Caution: strong language! 7:30 p.m. to her small hometown in a misguided Nautical Advisory Council WEDNESDAY attempt to relive her glory days and steal NAC 18 her high school sweetheart Buddy Slade All programs sponsored by the Advisory (Patrick Wilson) away from his wife. Councils are funded by donations to the Port Screenwriter Diablo Cody and director Washington Library Foundation. Jason Reitman also produced this comedy. In addition to the Friends-sponsored programs TUESDAY Note: strong language! 7:30 p.m. listed above, refreshments for the Sandwiched 10 In Series are courtesy of the Friends of the HYPERTENSION SCREENING: Free Library. blood pressure screening conducted by St. Francis Hospital. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. PRIORITY SEATING at all events is given to Port Washington residents and cardholders. TUESDAY FOOD ALLERGY DISCLAIMER: Participants with food 24 allergies need to be aware of the risk of foods STEAMBOY THE FILM(2005-104 min.). consumed or items one may come in contact “CARNAGE” (2011-80 min.). Two pairs Ray Steam receives a Steam Ball from his of parents (Kate Winslet and Christoph with while at any of our programs. WEDNESDAY inventor grandfather and finds himself in a Waltz, Jodie Foster and John C. Reilly) murderous conflict. Directed by Katsuhiro CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS ISSUE meet to discuss a schoolyard brawl in- 11 Dan Chuzmir, Lori Gerbasi, Jonathan Guildroy, BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: We Need to Otomo. 7 p.m. volving their sons, but as the get-together Talk About Kevin by Lionel Shriver, facili- Jessica Ley, Peggy O’Hanlon, Brooke Salit, Joni progresses, the four lapse into increas- tated by Lee Fertitta. 7:30 p.m. Simon, Tony Traguardo ingly childish behavior. Director Roman Polanski scripted with Yasmina Reza, from LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES meet. PORT WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY / (516) 883- her play, Gods of Carnage. Note: strong 7:30 p.m. 4400 language! 7:30 p.m. PCLI: The Photography Club of Long Is- WEDNESDAY LIBRARY HOURS land welcomes Marc Andres: Seeing with SOUNDSWAP: Singer/songwriter Jim 25 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9 to 9 Photography. Seeing with Photography is Dawson. Mr. Dawson’s illustrious record- PORT WRITES: The group discusses their Wednesday, 11 to 9 • Saturday, 9 to 5 a group of visually impaired, sighted and ing career has continued to grow since work and how to get it published. Facili- totally blind photographers, who use a it began at the turn of the 1970s, and his tated by Michael Chaplan.