JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2018 Sunday Afternoons at the Library! All Shows Begin at 2PM. The Class of Life - A Theatrical Experience Co-Sponsored by Friends of the Gold Coast Library Sunday, January 28th The Class of Life takes the audience on a journey highlighting one man's life. The story begins on the last day of his distinguished career as a police officer. This day gives way to reminiscing about his motivation to become a police officer, his proud Italian heritage, his upbringing, and married life. Utilizing a blend of humor, drama, and life experience, the actor takes his audience on an emotional roller coaster through his storytelling. This poignant presentation will surely touch the lives of those who value family, tradition, and comedy! The Music of Neil Diamond Eddie and Jean Costello's Sunday, January 21st Trash or Treasure Antique Roadshow Sunday, March 4th One of the northeast’s top Neil Do you have some- Diamond impersonator singers, thing old, unusual, or Robert McArthur has performed bizarre? Do you think in casinos from Las Vegas to it might have some Atlantic City. Phenomenal cos- value? Eddie appraises tuming and “Neil’s” smooth voice one item per person for make his performance unforget- FREE while educating table! and entertaining! Marilyn Monroe Sunday, February 11th Irish Stories and Songs with Jim Hawkins Sunday, March 11th One of the top ten Marilyn Monroe Get in the mood for St. Patrick’s look-alikes and impersonators in Day! Jim regales you with the country, tribute artist and actor traditional Irish tales and stories Elaine sings, dances, and interacts of his own personal experiences. with the audience. Articulate and entertaining, his theatre background shines through. You’ll laugh, sing, and have a grand ole time! Registration is required for the programs above. Unless otherwise noted, adults only please. Registration begins Tuesday, January 2nd @ 9:30AM for Gold Coast Public Library residents and one week later for non-residents. 50 Railroad Avenue, Glen Head, NY 11545 • Phone: 516-759-8300 • Fax: 516-759-8308 www.goldcoastlibrary.org THE CHILDRENS ROOM Registration begins Tuesday, January 2nd @ 9:30AM for Gold Coast Library residents. Registration for non-residents begins one week later. Registrants will be contacted to confirm their attendance prior to the event. If attendance is not confirmed, the Library reserves the right to call the waiting list in order to accommodate as many children as possible. A Time for Kids Play Hooray Kids (10AM)- Ages 25 Mos. to 4 Years Ages 18 Months to 5 Years. A Time Play Hooray (11AM) - Ages 3 to 24 Months for Kids presents a fun, interactive, Tuesday, January 16th and educational experience designed Thursday, February 1st to help children gain important school Tuesday, February 13th readiness and developmental skills. Friday, March 9th Thursday, January 11th 1pm Interactive classes filled with fun, music, and Friday, January 26th 10am movement activities based on a theme. Tuesday, February 6th 1pm Friday, February 16th 10am Tuesday, March 6th 10am Let's Move with Play Hooray Saturday, March 3rd 10:30am Digging for Dinosaurs Ages 3 Months to 6 Years. This family-oriented Tuesday, February 27th 7pm ‘Grown-Up and Me’ light exercise program is a fun way to get adults up and moving with their kids! Ages 18 Months to 5 Years. This interactive evening program includes a dinosaur craft, dinosaur activities, and engaging books your child will love! STEAM Storytime: Pointillism Thursday, January 12th 4pm Birds in a Nest Grades K-2. Learn about the painting technique “pointillism” Tuesday, January 30th 7pm using Q-tips®, cotton balls and Ages 18 Months to 5 Years. This interactive evening paint. See what image you can program includes a bird in a nest craft, bird activities, and create using your imagination and engaging books about birds. dots! SERIES PROGRAMS Lego Duplo Storytime Father Goose Tuesdays, Jan. 23rd, 30th; Feb. 6th, 20th 10am Mondays, Jan 29th; Feb. 12th, 26th 9am OR 10am Ages 2-4. Delight in fingerplays, songs, and building Ages 12 to 35 Months. This 30-minute Circle Time time! features nursery rhymes, stories, and songs. Snacks and Stories Weekend Family Storytime Tuesday, February 13th 6pm Saturdays, January 20th; February 3rd 11:30am Ages 2-5. Come to the library to All Ages. Families are invited to participate in a story- hear your favorite stories and have time that’s fun for all ages. a few snacks. Food, friends, and fun... a fantastic time! Picture Book Films Thursday, Jan. 11th; Friday, Feb. 9th 10am Wigglin' Wednesdays Ages 2-5. This 30-minute Wednesdays, Feb. 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th 10:30am program features short films based Ages 3 to 5 Years. Your child’s first independent on favorite childrens books. storytime! Stories, music, and lots of fun. 2 THE CHILDRENS ROOM Have You Seen Our Expanded Picture Book Collection? We've increased the shelving in the back of the Childrens Room. Stop in and check out the new Picture Books! Crafty Kids - Grades K-2 Tea Time Friday, February 23rd 11am Thursdays, Jan. 18th; Mar. 15th Ages 3 to 24 Months. Tea Time is an enjoyable, 4pm easy way to meet other parents while the children Get out of the cold! Join us for a craft play together and make new friends! Tea and coffee and some related stories after school! served. GREAT PROGRAMS FOR GRADES K-5 Chef Rob Scott's Football Party Dagger DogVinci Wednesday, January 24th 4pm Saturday, February 3rd 3pm Grades K-5. Come join Chef Rob Scott and play Grades K-5. Unleash your fun football games while eating Super Bowl-inspired inner artist with Dagger appetizers! DogVinci, the painting dog! First learn about Dagger’s training to become Healthy Eating with Marianna an assistance dog...and a great Saturday, January 20th 3pm artist! Then let him show Grades K-5. Your you how to paint your own journey begins here! masterpiece! Join nutrition expert and Registered Dietitian Marianna Blizzard Plate Dayre to discover Saturday, February 17th 3pm what substitutes can Grades K-5. Join Miss Shirley and learn how to create lighten up your kids this cool, frosty, blizzard plate that’s food safe! Punch favorite meals while out a variety of snowflakes from special papers and keeping them healthy decoupage them on the plate. Then paint a swirling and how to ‘Wow’ picky eaters with fun, healthy snacks! blizzard as a background. Please bring in a shoebox so that you can get your project home safely. Mr. V's Facebook Live Storytime! Enjoy Storytime from the comfort of your home! Follow us on Facebook and be on the lookout for Mr. V's next Live Storytime! facebook.com/goldcoastlibrary 3 'TWEEN SCENE (GRADES 3-6) Be Your Own Inventor Cake Decorating Tuesday, January 23rd 4:30-5:30pm Thursday, February 1st 5-6pm Design and build your own Under the guidance of Julie Reilly, learn how to decorate inventions with Mr. V, using a pre-made cake and then fill it with homemade chocolate LittleBits® and craft supplies. mousse filling. Each child will take home his/her own dec- LittleBits® is a platform of easy-to- orated cake to enjoy. A delicious Valentine's Day treat! use electronic building blocks that empower you to invent anything! The Science of Potions Wednesday, February 7th 4:30-5:30pm "Text Message" Pillows Join Denise Trezza and mix and stir Thursday, January 25th 4:30-5:30pm a variety of concoctions. Watch as Doris Benter guides you in creating cute, colors appear to “magically” glow and no sew, “text message”-themed pillows! change before your eyes, while others bubble and brew. Then unearth the chemical reactions behind these awe- some effects! YOUNG ADULTS (GRADES 6-12) Registration is required, and begins Tuesday, January 2nd @ 9:30AM for Gold Coast Public Library residents and one week later for non-residents. Register online or in-person at the Reference Desk. Escape the Library! Two Sessions: Saturday, February 17th OR Sunday, February 18th from 7-8pm Come to the library with your friends after closing time and see if you can find all the clues needed to “escape” the library in 60 minutes. Teen Cooking: Homemade Pasta Babysitter Training Thursday, January 18th 7-8:30pm Sunday, February 11th 1-3pm Join Julie Reilly and learn to make pasta Learn practical babysitting skills, from scratch; then take home a pound of make your own childcare bag to fresh pasta and pre-made sauce to cook at take home, and receive a Certificate home. of Completion. Valentine's Day Jewelry Making Community Service - Teens Care Monday, February 5th 7pm Thursday, February 15th 7-8pm Open to ages 10 & up. Diane Phillips helps you create a Help us create special projects for the kids at the stunning piece of Valentine's Day Jewelry for you to wear Stony Brook Children's Pediatric Hematology / On- or give as a gift! A non-refundable $6 materials fee is due at cology Clinic. All participants will receive one hour time of registration. of community service credit. Be a Buddy! Community Service Opportunities at the Library We are looking for teen volunteers to help with our Book Buddies (Reading to Pre-School Children) and our Tech Buddies programs (Helping Adults with Technology). If you are interested, please contact the Reference Desk! 4 ADULTS Registration is required for all adult programs. Unless otherwise noted, adults only please. Registration begins Tuesday, January 2nd @ 9:30AM for Gold Coast Public Library residents and one week later for non-residents. American Philosophy Trump's America Wednesday, January 17th 7pm Wednesday, February 7th 7pm LIU Post Professor Emeritus Dr.