JUNE 2021 a MESSAGE from the DIRECTOR Hello Friends!!!
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YOUR DOORWAY TO THE PAST, THE PRESENT & THE FUTURE SEAFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWSLETTER JUNE 2021 A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR Hello Friends!!! There will be a Special Meeting of the Friends of the Seaford Library on June 16th, 2021 at 4:00pm via Zoom to elect a new Slate of Officers and Board Members for the Friends group. As we move into the “New Normal,” the Friends will continue to be a vital part of the effort to keep the Seaford Public Library vibrant and valuable to the Seaford Community. Register now online with your email address to receive the link to the Friends Zoom session. Frank McKenna Director CELEBRATE JUNETEETH Virtual Book Discussion “THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD” BY COLSON WHITEHEAD Wednesday, June 16th 3:00pm In honor of Juneteenth, the holiday which commemorates the day the last enslaved people were emancipated in the United States on June 19, 1865, please join librarian Eric Wasserman for a lively discussion of this Pulitzer Prize winning novel from acclaimed African American author Colson Whitehead. The “Underground Railroad” is a magnificent tour de force chronicling a young slave's adventures as she makes a desperate bid for freedom in the antebellum South. Register online now with your email address to receive the link to the Book Discussion Zoom Session. Copies of the book will be available at the Reference Desk when you register. VIRTUAL HISTORY LECTURES THE LIFE OF GRACE KELLY: LEGENDARY ACTRESS AND PRINCESS OF MONACO Wednesday, June 2nd 7:00pm In this presentation led by Marilyn Carminio, follow the life of Grace Kelly from her days as a shy, insecure school girl to legendary Hollywood stardom and her final role as the beloved princess of Monaco. More than 30 years after her death, Grace remains the ultimate portrait of a lady. But did her private life belie the public image? Did the fairy tale end "happily ever after?" What are the facts behind her tragic accident? Register now online with your email address to receive the link to the Grace Kelly Zoom meeting. THE LINDBERGH KIDNAPPING CASE AND TRIAL Presented by: H & H Scholars Howard Ehrlich & Harvey Sackowitz Monday, June 7th 7:00pm In 1932, Charles Jr., the 20-month old son of aviators Charles and Anne Lindbergh, was kidnapped and murdered. The trial of the murderer became the “trial of the century,” as the world followed the case and execution of Bruno Hauptmann. Join H&H Scholars Howard Ehrlich and Harvey Sackowitz as they will be presenting not only the facts surrounding the case, but the trial of Bruno Hauptmann in detail. Register now online with your email address to receive the link to the Lindbergh Zoom meeting. OLD WESTBURY GARDENS AND THE HIGH LINE Thursday, June 17th 7:00pm Did you know that Old Westbury Gardens and its mansion were built in exchange for the acceptance of a marriage proposal? Or that there's a graveyard on its grounds? Did you also know if 500 New Yorkers hadn't died, there's a good chance The High Line Park wouldn't exist today? Join garden writer Jessica Damiano as she explores the fascinating history behind these two gardens, and discover the beautiful plant selections that make them stand out. Register now online with your email address to receive the link to the Old Westbury Gardens Zoom meeting. Museum passes to Old Westbury Gardens are also available through the Library. Please call the Reference Desk or go to our website at www.seafordlibrary.org for more information. VIRTUAL ADULT PROGRAMS Please register for all Adult Programs by going to our website at www.seafordlibrary.org and clicking on Virtual Adult Programs. All programs are free unless noted. If you need assistance, please email us at [email protected]. A SUNRISE SCIMITAR VIRTUAL CRAFTS Friday, June 4th 7:00pm On Thursday morning, June 10th -weather conditions permitting *For adult virtual craft programs, Seaford Library/School – we will be treated to the most unusual sunrise of our lives, for District residents ONLY on the first day of registration. we will not see a yellow-orange circle of light, but a large solar Non-residents may sign up the following day. eclipse which will transform the Sun into a fiery crescent! From Long Island, sunrise is at 5:23 a.m. and the CERAMIC LIGHTHOUSE LANTERN maximum eclipse comes ten minutes later. Eighty percent of st the Sun’s diameter will be obscured. Such a circumstance is Monday, June 21 7:00pm Cost: $8.00 very rare, having occurred only twice in the past 150 years. In Join Rosemarie Attard live on Zoom to paint a this presentation, Joe Rao, an Associate at New York's Hayden “Lighthouse” ceramic lantern just in time for summer! Planetarium will explain the mechanics of what causes eclipses Register ONLINE starting Saturday, June 12th. Registered as well as look at events coming our way in the future. patrons must pay for the program at the Library and pick Register now online with your email address to receive the link up their kit before the start of the class. We will notify you to the Sunrise Scimitar Zoom meeting when kits are available for pick up. SHREDDING EVENT WOOD SUMMER SERVING TRAYS Saturday, June 5th 10:00am-1:00pm Tuesday, June 22nd 7:00pm Cost: $15.00 Bring any important papers you want to shred. Time Just in time for the Summer Season! Join Carol Bennetter live Shred Services Inc. will have a truck on site in the parking on Zoom and paint your own wood serving tray with a summer lot behind the library. No registration required. saying to serve your treats on for your family and friends. * Please note: Wearing a face covering/mask is required* Register ONLINE starting Saturday, June 5th. Registered patrons must pay for the program at the Library and pick up their kit before the start of the class. We will notify you VIRTUAL COOKING CLASSES when kits are available for pick up. GRAB AND GO KIT: STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL BEACH CERAMIC BREAD WITH A VANILLA DRIZZLE (PRE-RECORDED) Tuesday, June 29th 7:00pm Cost: $8.00 Cost: $3.00 Join Rosemarie Attard live on Zoom to paint the word Join Chef Rob Scott and make a fantastic strawberry bread that “Beach” just in time for summer! Register ONLINE starting you will want to make again and again! Dry Ingredients will be Saturday, June 19th . Registered patrons must pay for the included in the kit and then follow along on YouTube at home program at the Library and pick up their kit before the to prepare the perfect addition for summertime! Registered start of the class. We will notify you when kits are available patrons will receive a link to the video. Please note: Patrons for pick up. will have to get other ingredients to complete the recipe. Registration will begin ONLINE starting Friday, June 4th. You will be notified when to pick up kit. VIRTUAL EXERCISE CLASS BODY SCULPTING RASPBERRY CRUMB BARS th st th th th Wednesdays: July 14 , 21 , 28 & August 4 Wednesday, June 9 7:00pm 5:45-6:30pm Join the Baking Coach as they demonstrate how to make these This is a strength-training workout that combines flexibility delicious treats for the summer time! Register now online with and cardiovascular conditioning and is designed to shape and your email address to receive the link to the Raspberry Crumb tone the body without building muscular size. For all fitness Zoom meeting. levels. Please have a mat and light weights (2-3 pounds) with SUMMER IS BURSTING WITH FLAVOR you. Instructor: Kristen Fonte. Register now online with your FOOD FESTIVAL (FACEBOOK LIVE) email address to receive the link to the Body Sculpting Zoom Wednesday, June 16th 7:00pm meeting. Join Rob Scott on Facebook Live as he demonstrates how to make Grilled Shrimp with Feta Cheese, Tomato and Orzo Mixed Media by Amy Patalano Salad, Jerk Grilled Chicken with a Watermelon Fire and Ice Art Exhibit: Salsa and finally a Summertime Red, White and Blueberry Display Case: Nature Photography by Marlena Rouse Shortcake. Everyone will receive recipes prior to the class. You must have a Facebook account to access the live event. Register now online with your email address to receive the recipes and link. VIRTUAL ADULT PROGRAMS “THE KARPENTEERS” th Monday, July 12 7:30pm The Karpenteers, widely known for years for their Tribute to the Carpenters, is now excited to present their newest show, the Songbook of Dionne Warwick/Burt Bacharach/Hal David. Register online now with your email address to receive the link to the live virtual concert Zoom session. VIRTUAL GARDENING PROGRAM FLOWERS AND VEGETABLES FROM PAULEY'S TERRACE GARDEN Monday, June 14th 7:00pm Join Paul Levine “The Plant Guy” as he discusses 9 or 10 plants and also fruits & vegetables from his terrace garden. He will talk about how much light each plant should get. Different watering techniques, and he will talk about planting in containers vs planting in the ground. Register now online with your email address to receive the link to the Pauley’s Terrace Garden Zoom meeting. GRAB-AND-GO FLOWER POWER GARDENING KITS Summer is here! If you already love gardening or are just getting started, our FREE gardening kits or our many gardening resources are a great way to bring some extra color to your world. When your flowers grow in, feel free to tag us on social media! Registration begins ONLINE starting Friday, June 11th. Seaford School/Library Residents ONLY! One kit is available per household. You will be notified when kits are available.