Celebrating library power

Issue No. 276, April 2012

Library Budget Vote The Library Budget Vote & Trustee Reserve now for FOL Book & Author Luncheon May 11 Election takes place Tuesday, April 3 at the library from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Copernicus meets Broadway Hills Country Club in Manhasset. The resident, will return as moderator. Anyone may vote who is at least 18 at the Friends of the Library’s 43rd Luncheon will feature best-selling sci- The cost is $60, and registration years old and a resident of the school annual Richard D. Whittemore ence author Dava Sobel and cultural brochures will be in the library and district for 30 days. No pre-registration Book & Author Luncheon on Fri- reporter/biographer Julie Salamon. online at pwpl.org beginning April 1. is required. day, May 11, at 11 a.m. at the North The novelist Susan Isaacs, a Port Continued inside. April holiday The library will be closed April 8 in observance of Easter Sunday.

Tax Help? Limited openings are available for AARP Tax Help in April. Call the In- formation Desk at 883-4400, Ext. 136.

Dr. Katz Feet, Forks and Fate: Harnessing the Power of Lifestyle Over Medical Des- tiny is the subject of Dr. David Katz’ talk on Tuesday, April 24 at 7:30 p.m. Story inside.

Come Play on Manhasset Bay The Lapham Meeting Room will be home to an information fair sponsored by the Nautical Advisory Council on Thursday, April 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. Fortune & Spirits Story inside.

World Fest Join us on Sunday, April 29 for a cel- ebration of world cultures, in conjunc- tion with the Landmark on Main Street and with generous funding from the Friends of the library.

Pay fines online You can log on to your library account to pay library fines using a Visa or Mastercard credit card or a bank card with the Mastercard or Visa logo (no Discovery or American Express at this time). Minimum payment amount is $5.

Internationally-acclaimed Imani Winds celebrates Check out materials our anniversary year in style with 2 concerts on your smart phone Boopsie is here! See the story in next Imani Winds, which will Council has arranged for two con- ming, genre-blurring collaborations month’s issue on this convenient way be welcomed to the library on certs — one geared toward families at and inspirational outreach programs. to check out materials with your mo- Sunday, April 15 for two concerts noon and another for adults at 3 p.m. With two member composers and a bile device (iPhone, Android, Black- in celebration of our 120 year an- Since 1997, the Grammy-nomi- deep commitment to commissioning berry and others). niversary, has established itself nated quintet has taken a unique path, new work, the group is enriching the as one of the most successful carving out a distinct presence in the traditional wind quintet repertoire chamber music ensembles in the classical music world with its dynamic United States. The Music Advisory playing, culturally poignant program- continued inside PROPOSED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2013 Bridges running for Proposed 2013 2012 2011 REVENUES Budget Budget Budget re-election Real Property Taxes 6,706,478 6,576,939 6,514,482 Payments in Lieu of Taxes 52,000 40,000 30,000 Incumbent Board member and benefits. The experience and Interest 10,000 10,000 13,000 Patricia Bridges has lived in Port knowledge that she has in market- Other Local Revenue 84,150 84,150 89,400 Washington for the past 11 years ing and public relations comple- State Sources 4,000 4,000 4,000 and has served as a board trustee at ments the skill set of the other Total Revenues 6,856,628 6,715,089 6,650,882 the Port Washington Public Library board members. since 2007. She is up for re-election Bridges holds a B.A. from Appropriated on April 3. Over the past five years, Hampshire College and an M.B.A. Designated for ERS 25,000 25,000 25,000 Bridges has contributed to the from Pace University. Undesignated Fund Balance 50,000 50,000 75,000 library board in many ways. Today, out of the corporate Total Revenues & App. Fund Balance 6,931,628 6,790,089 6,750,882 She has worked on various work place, Bridges and her hus- projects on the Marketing Commit- band are raising a young family. EXPENDITURES tee in conjunction with some of the With two children in Port Wash- SALARIES, TERMINAL LEAVE & EM- library staff and the Library Foun- ington schools, she contributes PLOYEE BENEFITS dation Board. She has managed a bi- time to various school committees. Salaries 3,439,677 3,368,290 3,470,720 annual review and execution of the Continuing her lifelong love for Terminal Leave - - - evaluation process of the library di- ceramics, she teaches pottery and Employee Benefits — Retirement 575,203 516,683 375,484 rector. Bridges has represented the works at the Haven Art Ceramic Employee Benefits — Other 910,841 929,852 889,497 library board at outside meetings Studio in Port Washington, and MTA Tax 11,694 11,452 11,800 with organizations such as the Li- has developed a following for her Subtotal — Salaries, Terminal Leave Accru- 4,937,415 4,826,277 4,747,501 brary Trustees Association and the beautiful work. als & Employee Benefits Nassau Library System, to name a LIBRARY MATERIALS few. Last year she was instrumental Books - Fiction 56,000 56,000 85,000 in initiating the modification of the Books - Non-fiction 70,000 80,000 88,000 library’s smoking policy to better Books - Reference 53,000 78,000 82,000 meet today’s standards of smoking Books - Children’s & Young Adult 48,000 55,000 60,000 in public. Books - Audio & Electronic 45,000 40,000 40,000 As a board member she has Software & Online Databases 63,000 61,000 61,000 contributed to keeping the budget Periodicals 36,000 50,000 50,000 below 3 percent over the past four Media — DVD/CD 68,000 57,000 57,000 years and has been a strong voice 477,000 523,000 Subtotal — Library Materials 439,000 representing patrons with families. LIBRARY OPERATIONS Professionally she has over 20 Office & Library Supplies 53,700 52,700 52,700 years of experience in marketing Telephone 29,000 29,000 29,000 and communications. She worked Postage & Freight 30,000 30,000 30,000 for Reuters and Dow Jones and Printing 34,500 34,500 34,500 was a leader in the marketing and Staff Conference & Training 12,000 12,000 12,000 product management of their online ALIS 90,072 70,512 68,000 business information services. As Program Services 61,500 46,500 46,500 Vice President of Global Public Re- Memberships 2,000 2,000 4,000 lations at Factiva, a Dow Jones and Maint. Office Equipment 32,000 29,200 28,900 Reuter’s joint venture, she devel- Accounting/Legal 100,820 99,320 99,225 oped and rolled out PR campaigns Security Service 30,292 26,367 26,000 and worked with the media to ex- Computer Service 60,040 53,040 48,000 tend Factiva’s brand and increase General 5,900 5,900 5,900 awareness of their products in the Subtotal — Library Operations 541,824 491,039 484,725 marketplace. BUILDING OPERATIONS In her roles in the corporate Fuel & Utilities 201,823 195,736 190,000 sector she has managed and devel- Custodial 105,700 98,200 98,200 oped staff (guild and non-guild) and Insurance 65,111 70,282 70,500 has dealt with salary negotiations Subtotal — Building Operations 372,634 364,218 358,700

Subtotal Expenditures 6,290,873 6,158,534 6,113,926 EQUIPMENT, REPAIRS & TRANSFERS Equipment 40,000 40,000 40,000 Repairs & Alterations 75,000 75,000 75,000 Transfers to Capital - - - New solar roof . . . Subtotal — Equip., Repairs & Transfers 115,000 115,000 115,000

DEBT SERVICE Bonds — Principal & Interest 525,755 516,555 521,955 first of its kind on LI Installment Debt — Principal & Interest - - - Subtotal — Debt Service The library’s original roof is tion of the library’s roof’s surface. Principal & Interest 525,755 516,555 521,955 being replaced, and the Library The work has been bid and Board has taken the opportunity is scheduled to take place this Total Expenditures 6,931,628 6,790,089 6,750,881 to expand its “green” initiatives spring. The Library has received and integrate solar power into the a New York State Library Con- new design. Different from tradi- struction Aid grant for $100,000, Tax Levy Increase 1.97% tional solar panels, this upgrade an Economic Development As- Budget Increase 2.08% provides a new SBS Roofing Sys- sistance Program grant from the tem with an integrated cap sheet Dormitory Authority for $100,000, layer containing thin film solar and is anticipating a LIPA rebate cells which will cover a large por- of $100,000. Additional Information: Detailed financial statements are available through the Director’s Office. Celebrating Library Power During Our Anniversary Year

The Port Washington Public project, and building upgrades Library has a long tradition of such as the newly renovated Jackie serving the community with a wide Spielman Story Circle and the Mar- range of programs and services. tin Vogel Photography Gallery. Our In fact, as we mark our 120th year, Friends of the Library provides we Celebrate Library Power on important funding to support the many levels. The library is a hub work of all library departments, for lifelong learning, and a gather- helping to supplement the reali- ing place for all ages, both in the ties of programming and materials building and virtually. Because costs. Friends-funded programs in- people gather in the library for a clude: adult programs and lectures, sense of community, we’re making author appearances, the museum Tweens Laugh visible and necessary changes. In pass program, ethnic festivals, Port tweens tickled their funny bones at the library recently in a “Make ‘Em Laugh!” workshop this year’s budget, we’ve allocated tutor.com, the Great Library Card created by Elise May. Besides joke telling and lots of laughter, the group created a joke board additional funds to expand our Adventure, ESOL materials, Teen which was given to children at Ronald McDonald House in NYC. At the end of February, Elise brought her workshop to RMDH, sharing laughter and jokes from Port’s newest stand-up program offerings. This month in Read Week and teen summer comedians. They do say laughter is the best medicine! particular, we celebrate with a full workshops, Book Club in a Bag, complement of anniversary year LIRR Ride and Read, and film and programming. Be sure to look for photography programs. the 120th year program updates as the year progresses. Maintaining the Budget Cap The budget we expect to Library receives national award Collaborative Work Spaces and present to the community on April Online Resources 3 will have a 1.97 percent tax levy for innovative program As people continue to use increase, under the 2% tax cap. the library in different ways, As we implement new programs The Association for Special- versions, from “The Prince and the we’ve made a concerted effort to and add to our growing roster of ized and Cooperative Library Agen- Pauper” to Shirley Jackson’s “The expand collaborative work and services, we will do our best to cies (ASCLA) has presented us Lottery.” study spaces, and as technology keep you informed. Please know with a $1000 award and citation for The award, sponsored and and on-line resources continue that we welcome your comments providing services for people with supported by Keystone Systems, to explode, we’ve increased our as we enjoy our 120th year and look disabilities. “Books for Dessert” is in Inc. and the National Organization options to meet the changing to the future. its 8th year, and is unique in that it is on Disability, recognizes an inno- needs of our community. The I hope that you will review the a book club for developmentally dis- vative and well-organized project growing popularity of e-books is a budget in this issue. The Budget abled adults over 21 who have little which has successfully expanded phenomenon that has affected our Vote and Trustee Election takes or no reading ability. The book club services for people with disabilities. decision-making process this year. place on Tuesday, April 3, from meets weekly to enjoy and discuss Library Director Nancy Cur- In addition to the shared titles 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Anyone may vote books – and life. tin will accept the award at the available to our patrons through who is at least 18 years old, a U.S. The groups have read books American Library Association’s the Nassau Library System con- citizen, and a resident of the school and stories of all kinds in adapted national conference in June. sortium, the Port Washington district for at least 30 days. Applica- Public Library will now purchase tions for absentee ballots are avail- titles that will be available to our able at the library’s administration patrons exclusively. office Monday through Friday Our commitment to adding between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., at the new initiatives and balancing cost Information Desk in the Reading remains constant as we strive to Room, or online at www.pwpl.org. present a responsible budget and provide great value. We are cogni- Robert Lee Aitken zant of maintaining collections in President, Board of Trustees all formats, providing programs for all ages, and offering remote access 24/7. Reliable information is available on our website through the Nassau Library System’s Core Collection of databases. This co- operative service means that we realize savings on subscription costs and that training is provided for our staff. Supplements to Tax Dollars Did you know? The Board of Trustees and library administration rely on two More books are now published in e-book format than solid organizations for funding that supplements your tax dollars. The in paper format. Check out our new Overdrive Advan- Port Washington Library Foun- tage program. In addition to all of the titles available dation has supported the Family Place program in the Children’s to cardholders at all Nassau County Libraries, we are Room, career counseling, the now purchasing titles available exclusively to Port “Books for Dessert” reading club Washington library card holders. Login and look for for adults with intellectual disabili- ties, our local history digitization the Overdrive Advantage icon. FOL Bogen Lecture Features Aciman Imani Winds and Lagnado on Egypt continued from front page The Friends of the Library’s ning book about her father, The annual Ruth D. Bogen Memorial Man in the White Sharkskin Suit, while meaningfully bridging Euro- Lecture features acclaimed authors was a New York Times bestseller, pean, American, African and Latin Andre Aciman and Lucette Lag- chose her mother as the subject American traditions. nado speaking about the Egypt of of her new memoir, The Arrogant Imani Winds’ extensive tour- their youth on Wednesday, April 18 Years. The book begins in the early ing schedule has brought them at 7:30 p.m. Aciman and Lagnado 1960s in Brooklyn, where the family to most of this country’s major will share vivid memories and “ended up” after reluctantly leaving concert venues. The current sea- poignant personal experiences of Egypt. Lagnado is an investigative son features several international life before and after their families reporter for The Wall Street Journal. tours, with debut appearances in — and other Jewish families — The annual Ruth D. Bogen France, China and Brazil. Imani were forced to leave Egypt in the Memorial Lecture, named in honor Winds enjoys frequent national early 1960s. This lecture is one of a longtime FOL board member exposure, including two features of the FOL’s signature programs and library volunteer, features on NPR’s All Things Considered, celebrating the library’s 120th an- noted scholars and authors speak- appearances on APM’s Saint Paul niversary year. ing on literary or cultural themes. Sunday, NPR’s Performance Today Aciman, a memoirist, essayist The Ruth D. Bogen Memorial Fund and News and Notes with Ed Gor- and novelist, will read an excerpt was created in 2000 as the result of don, BBC’s The World, as well as from his new book, Alibis: Essays a substantial gift to the Friends by frequent coverage in major music on Elsewhere, describing the com- the Bogen family. The Fund’s mis- magazines and newspapers. plexity of his personal identity. sion is to support the purchase of Their excellence and influ- Though born in Egypt, he consid- literary classics and other works of ences have been recognized with ers himself European, “an unreal significance. The Friends manages numerous awards. At the 2001 Jew the way I am an imaginary the Fund’s investments and makes Concert Artists Guild Interna- European.” Aciman is a Distin- gifts to the library from the pro- tional Competition, Imani Winds guished Professor of Comparative ceeds. Since its inception, the Fund was selected as the first-ever Literature at the Graduate Center has contributed nearly $40,000 to Educational Residency Ensemble, of the CUNY. Among his publica- the book budget, adding thousands in recognition of their tremendous tions are the novel Call Me by Your of volumes to the library’s shelves. musical abilities and innovative Name and Out of Egypt: A Memoir. See www.pwpl.org/fol for programming. Lagnado, whose award-win- more details.

PWPL 120: Celebrating Library Power Imani Winds Quintet – Two Concerts Friends of the Library’s 43rd Annual Local History Center Exhibition 120 in surprising new ways. A fun inter- April 15 at Noon & 3 p.m. Book & Author Luncheon Opening in September active, hands-on afternoon! Co-Sponsored by the Tepper In- North Hills Country Club in Historical Kiosk Honoring the Four tergenerational Fund & the Music Manhasset. Featured authors are Library Directors Our Town Library: Family Theater Advisory Council with funding Dava Sobel and Julie Salamon. Nov- Special Website Content Friday, November 23 at 11 a.m. from the Port Washington Library elist and Port resident Susan Isaacs Time Portal Project: Historical Student-created theater produc- Foundation will moderate. Building Markers tion directed by Elise May. Important Books of the Last 120 May 11 at 11 a.m. Ben Rudnick & Friends Music Per- Lucette Lagnado & André Aciman Years Ruth D. Bogen Memorial Lecture formance The Library As Seen through Our Eyes Co-sponsored by the Port Washing- December 28 at 11 a.m. April 18 at 7:30 p.m. Art Advisory Council Members’ ton Library Foundation Sponsored by the Friends of the Sponsored by the Children’s Advi- Exhibition sory Council Library. See above. July & August Library Foundation Gala September 29 Anniversary Year Sponsors “Something Special Big Band” – Music Honoring Michael Pollack, Anthony TeenSpace – “Steampunk” Art & Friends of the Library of the 1950s Dalessio (KPMG) and Norman Design Projects & Summer Reading Port Washington Library Founda- April 22 at 3 p.m. Schefer Club tion Art Advisory Council “Feet, Forks, and Fate: the power of July & August – Steampunk is a “Friday Night Fever” – Music of the lifestyle over medical destiny” contemporary design esthetic that Children’s Advisory Council 1970s & 80s Health Advisory Council Lecture with Dr. David L. Katz has its roots in turn-of-the-century October 19 at 7:30 p.m. April 24 at 7:30 p.m. styles. Music Advisory Council Disco demo and dancing with Nautical Advisory Council Sponsored by the Health Advisory Rhythm & Soul Dance Studio Tepper Intergenerational Fund Council. Story in this issue. Happy Birthday Port Washington Public Library: Summer Reading Club Children’s Illustrator Exhibition Come Play on Manhasset Bay: Infor- Kick-off Month of November mation Fair Friday, July 13 at 7 p.m. Reception/Signing: November 4 April 26 at 7 p.m. Featuring vaudevillian silent clown Sponsored by the Nautical Advisory Chip Bryant. Past, Present, Future Council. Story in this issue. Insiders Look at Children’s Literature Then as Now: Imagining a Day in the in the 21st Century World Festival – 120th Anniversary Life of the Library in 1892 November 4 at 1:30 p.m. Community Party July 20 Reception & Signing to follow In collaboration with the Landmark Programs at noon, 3 & 7:30 p.m. on Main Street and the FOL. Library Exploratorium April 29 1 to 5 p.m. Story in this Sunday, November 18 1 to 5 p.m. issue. “Just Sixties” – The roots of rock ‘n Library staff and experts will show- roll case new technology and demon- World Film Festival August 17 at 7:30 p.m. strate how you can do familiar things May & June Bus Trip: sign up beginning April 3

Join us on Wednesday, June 20, for tours of Wave Hill Gardens and VanCortlandt House, with a stop in between for lunch. Wave Hill Gardens are famous worldwide for the lush plantings combined with hidden spaces just begging to be explored. VanCortlandt House is the oldest building in the Bronx, built in the Georgian style in 1748. After 140 years of occupancy by the Van Cortlandt family, it was sold to the City of New York in 1889. Our bus will leave the library promptly at 9 a.m. and return at approximately 6 p.m. The $90 per person all-inclusive fee is due at reg- Something Special Big Band! istration, which begins April 3. The boys in this 17-piece band are back to help us celebrate our 120th Anniversary with selections from the Great American Songbook Registration is limited to 25 on Sunday, April 22 at 3 p.m. participants.

Long Island Reads 2012 Meet author Alyson Richman Meet Alyson Richman on This program is sponsored by the Tuesday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m. The Friends of the Library. author of the 2012 Long Island Reads Selection, The Lost Wife (Berkley Books, 2011), will read from and discuss her book. In pre-war Prague, the dreams of two young lovers are shattered when they are separated by the Nazi invasion. Then, decades later, Gloria Vanderbilt visits thousands of miles away in New York, there’s an inescapable glance The library once again wel- enigmatic, this anthology relates of recognition between two strang- comes Gloria Vanderbilt, who will powerful narratives of passionate ers. Providence is giving Lenka and read from and discuss her collec- love as well as compelling defeat. Josef one more chance. From the tion of short stories, The Things We Gloria Vanderbilt is an ac- glamorous ease of life in Prague Fear Most (Exile Editions, 2011), tress, an artist and a fashion de- before the Occupation, to the hor- on Thursday, April 5 at 2 p.m. signer. She is the author of It rors of Nazi Europe, The Lost Wife The stories — touching, sur- Seemed Important at the Time and explores the power of first love, the prising, and written in beautifully Obsession and has contributed to resilience of the human spirit and calibrated prose — seize upon brief Elle, The New York Times and Vanity the strength of memory. moments that are resonant with the Fair. She lives in New York City. Books will be available for pur- random static of everyday disaster, Books will be available for chase and signing. Refreshments illustrating characters who merely purchase and signing. Refresh- will be served. An accompanying step into a room to find that every- ments will be served. This program program about Prague’s art and thing in their lives has been inex- is sponsored by the Friends of the architecture will take place on plicably reversed. Engaging and Library. Friday, April 27 at Sandwiched In.

Library Budget Vote & Trustee Election Tuesday, April 3 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. April 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.

Special Family Program Imani Winds – Sunday, April 15 at 12 noon Sponsored by the Music Advisory Council and the Tepper Intergenera- tional Fund with funding from the Port Washington Library Foundation. Story in this issue.

Great Library Card Adventure

In collaboration with the elemen- tary schools of Port Washington, Children’s Services presents the tenth annual Great Library Card Adventure. Throughout the month (April 1 through 28), children in grades K through 5 are invited to visit the Children’s Room and help win books for their school libraries. Present your library card (or library card application) at the Children’s Services desk and par- Vacation Programs ticipate in a scavenger hunt that The following programs are sponsored by the Children’s Advisory Coun- takes approximately 20 minutes. cil with funding from the Port Washington Library Foundation. Free tickets Each child that plays will receive a are required and will be available beginning April 1. gift (while supplies last). The grade that has the most participants will This program is sponsored by the Friends of be the winner! the Port Washington Public Library. One Family Earth Day Tuesday, April 10 at 2:30 p.m. Celebrate Earth Day with award-winning singer/songwriter Patricia Shih. A musical and interactive family show for children ages 4 and up with an adult. Early Childhood The Bigg Show Thursday, April 12 at 2:30 p.m. To register and/or inquire about availability for the following programs, Join performance artist Trent Arterberry as he creates hilarious char- please call Children’s Services at 883-4400, Ext. 150. acters through storytelling, mime, puppetry and music. For children in grades K to 6 with an adult. Story Time with Miss Lucy and Mr. Mike Mondays, April 2, 16 at 10:30 a.m. For children ages 2½ to 5 with an adult. Registration not required.

Toddler Story Time Kindergarten Through Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. For children ages 2½ to 3½ with an adult. Registra- tion not required. Does not meet April 10; last day is April 24 Sixth Grade Mother Goose Rhyme Time To register and/or inquire about availability for the following programs, Thursdays, April 5, 19 & 26 at 11:30 a.m. For children ages birth to 17 please call Children’s Services at 883-4400, Ext. 150. months with an adult. Registration not required.

Book Bunch Preschool Story Time Thursday, April 19 at 4 p.m. Fridays at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. For children ages 3½ to 5 without an Monthly book discussion for children in grades 3 and 4. Call for availability. adult. Registration not required. Does not meet April 13; last day is April 27.

Tweens’ Night Out: Time Travel! Hands On Music – Monday, April 23 Music, stories and songs. Birth to 17 months with an adult at 11 a.m. Friday, April 20 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Ages 18 months to 5 years with an adult at 12 noon or 1 p.m. Registration Calling all Tween Time Travelers! Help write a song to celebrate the li- begins April 16. brary’s 120th Anniversary while listening to and singing music you know from the 1890s! Led by Elise May, director of PWPL’s Pre-Teen Scene Pajama Story Time – Wednesday, April 18 at 7 p.m. production of “Let’s Do a Show” and “Let’s Tell a Story.” For students in Come in pajamas and listen to bedtime stories. For children ages 2 to 5 fifth and sixth grade. Registration in progress. Future Time Travel dates: with an adult. Family members welcome. Registration not required. May 18, with summer dates to come! PlayHooray - Monday, April 30 Page Turners Music and movement for children with adults. Ages birth to 17 months at Tuesday, April 24 at 7:15 p.m. 10 a.m. Ages 18 months to 2½ at 10:45 a.m. Ages 18 months to 4 at 11:30 Monthly book discussion for children in grades 5 and 6. Call for availability. a.m. Ages 2½ to 5 at 12:30 p.m. Registration begins April 23. Internationally-known expert talks on Feet, Forks & Fate

David L. Katz, M.D., will dis- CNN, Good Morning America, cuss physical activity and nutrition 20/20 and 48 Hours, and is a regu- as essentials for healthful living lar guest on the Dr. Oz Show. He and longevity on Tuesday, April has been an on-air contributor to 24 at 7:30 p.m. Feet, Forks, & Fate: ABC News. Harnessing the Power of Lifestyle He is also a peer reviewer for Over Medical Destiny is the title numerous leading medical jour- of his talk. Dr. Katz is well known nals, and has delivered keynote ad- internationally for expertise in dresses at conferences throughout nutrition, weight management the United States and many other and chronic disease prevention. countries. He has been recognized He is the principal inventor of three times by the Consumers the Overall Nutritional Quality Research Council of America as Index used in the NuVal nutrition one of the nation’s top physicians guidance program offered in over in Preventive Medicine. 500 supermarkets. Join us for this This program is sponsored by special program in celebration of the Health Advisory Council. the Library’s 120 years. Our Town Library: Family Theater Dr. Katz is active in patient care, research, teaching and public health. He has published 12 books In addition to all the wonderful changes in library history using and over 120 scientific articles, nu- activities and performances during drama, music, writing and art. merous leading medical journals, our anniversary year, a program has On November 23, the creations textbook chapters and newspaper been created for tweens and teens of these workshops will culminate columns. He has consulted on obe- of Port Washington to fully experi- with a performance celebrating sity control and chronic disease ence the evolution of the library our library’s rich cultural history. prevention for the World Health from when it was just a thought in We are looking for budding Organization, National Cancer one woman’s mind to the impressive teen and tween writers, singers, Institute, National Governors As- institution it is today. actors, artists and musicians to join sociation, and U.S. Governors and Developed by Elise May, this us in what is sure to be an amazing the Institute of Medicine. year-long program begins this experience. Dr. Katz is a prominent voice spring with workshops taking par- Call Children’s Services for in health and medicine in the ticipants on a journey through additional information. media. He has appeared on most major news programs, including ABC World News, The Today Show, Turn Off the TV Screen Free Week is Here! April 30 to May 6 Turn off the TVs and celebrate Screen Free Week at the library! Registra- tion for the following programs begins April 17.

Fun with Flowers - Saturday, April 28 at 10 a.m. Children ages 6 to 9 are invited to our kick-off event to learn the art of floral arranging with members from the Port Washington Garden Club. Murmuring Woods • 36” x 48” • acrylic on canvas, 2010 You’ll bring home a lovely container filled with fresh flowers! Young Birders Club Saturdays, April 28 and May 5 at 11:30 a.m. Children ages 6 to 10 are invited to LOOK, LISTEN, and DISCOVER! You’ll Dorothy Shaw observe local birds and their habitats using your senses and recording your impressions. Activities will include short walking field trips from the library, nature exploration, and hands-on learning activities. The leaders are local naturalists and members of the North Shore Audubon Society. Beyond the Garden Drop-In Craft April 3 - 30 Tuesday, May 1 to Friday, May 4 from 4 to 8 p.m. Reception: Saturday, April 7 from 2 to 4 p.m. Visit the Children’s Room and create a fun craft during Screen Free Week! For children ages 4 and up with an adult. Sponsored by the Art Advisory Council with funding from the Port Washington Library Foundation Jobs & Careers Information Center Registration for all programs begins on Tuesday, April 3 in person or by calling 883-4400, Ext. 136

SOCIAL MEDIA Workshop Series Keeping Your Financial World Intact Both programs are presented by Ellen DePasquale, Wednesday, April 25 at 7:30 p.m. Regional Development Director, Constant Contact Making good choices regarding your financial decisions means putting the anxiety, fear and confusion behind and forging a new path that puts you in The Power of Email Marketing control of your life. In this seminar, you will learn the steps you can take to Saturday, April 7 at 1:30 p.m. get out of that “stuck” position and make powerful choices for yourself and Today, more than ever, business success is measured by the strength of the your family. Get answers, clarity and vision for the future. relationships each business builds. Learn to build these relationships using easy, inexpensive and highly effective email marketing! Playbook of Financial Planning for Men Saturday, May 12 at 1 p.m. Social Media Marketing Made Simple Protecting, building and maximizing one’s wealth require both an offensive Saturday, April 14, 2012 at 1:30 p.m. and defensive strategy. Understanding the rules of the game, choosing the Keeping in touch is the most important element to building relationships right team members & coach and having the right equipment are all critical that sustain and grow a business. Social media has changed the playing field. to winning the financial game. Join us for this workshop for men who want to Today’s businesses need to be aware of all the avenues people are using learn the playbook by which they can achieve financial clarity and success. to make buying decisions. Learn social media best practices for Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube. Women Wealth & Wardrobe The Nine Must Have Accessories for Your Financial Plan Financial Literacy Workshop Series Saturday, June 2 at 1 p.m. Sign up for one or all of the workshops Every woman knows the importance of having great accessories for her Presented by Samuel J. Schiff and Ande D’Addona wardrobe. Learn the importance of having the nine essential components of a successful financial plan. This seminar uses humor and fashion knowledge The ABC’s of Financial Planning to communicate financial concepts. Women will be better equipped to work Tuesday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. with a financial advisor by understanding and knowing what questions to Personal wealth and financial security is more than math, it is an art and a ask and what areas they should be focusing on most. Women love learning science. The ABC’s of Financial Planning is a seminar designed to teach you about finances in this manner because it gives them information they can how to coordinate financial decisions by using economic principles already relate to and implement immediately. in play with our society.

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Dava Sobel’s new book is A ets. In her forty years as a science such a private and complex woman.” More Perfect Heaven: How Coper- journalist she has written for many Julie Salamon is the author of a nicus Revolutionized the Cosmos magazines, including Audubon, series of award-winning books, and (Walker & Company). In 1512, Discover, Life and The New Yorker. a multifaceted writer of fiction and Nicolaus Copernicus circulated an Sobel received the 2001 Individual non-fiction, a screenplay, and a fam- outline of his heliocentric theory Public Service Award from the Na- ily memoir. Salamon was a reporter placing the sun, and not the Earth, tional Science Board “for fostering and film critic with The Wall Street Save the date: at the center of the universe, but for awareness of science and technol- Journal and television critic for The fear of ridicule, he refused to publish ogy among broad segments of the New York Times. his manuscript. Drawn by rumors general public.” Best-selling author Susan Manhattan of a celestial revolution, Georg Julie Salamon will speak on Isaacs returns as our program Joachim Rheticus, a young German Wendy and the Lost Boys: The Un- moderator. Her newest book, The String Quartet Protestant mathematician, traveled common Life of Wendy Wasserstein Goldberg Variations, is expected to Copernicus’ home in Poland. At (Penguin Press), her authorized later this year. A novelist, essay- visits May 6 the center of the book is Sobel’s play, biography of playwright Wendy ist and screenwriter, Isaacs is the And the Sun Stood Still, which imag- Wasserstein. Wasserstein (1950- author of 12 best-selling works of On Sunday, May 6 at 3 p.m., ines Rheticus’ struggle to convince 2006) won every major literary fiction that have been translated the Music Advisory Council Copernicus to let his manuscript see honor, including the Pulitzer Prize into 30 languages. She resides with welcomes the Manhattan String the light of day. According to the Chi- and Tony Award for her insight- her husband in the Port Washing- Quartet, which will play selec- cago Tribune, A More Perfect Heaven ful comedy The Heidi Chronicles. ton community and is a long-time tions from Shostakovich and is “half-narrative, half-drama, and it’s Salamon presents a deeply moving member and supporter of the FOL. others all enthralling, all illuminating” while portrait of Wasserstein’s decidedly Library Journal deemed it “a book on unconventional life. Wendy and the The Friends actively seeks in- Music Advisory Council science and personality that should Lost Boys was described by NPR dividuals and businesses as sponsors programs are privately funded by intrigue us all.” as “a perfect biography . . . a book of the luncheon, which is the leading donations to the Library Founda- Dava Sobel, a former New York as entertaining and personable as literary event in Port Washington. tion. All concerts are free; and Times science reporter, is the ac- its subject” while Publishers Weekly Those interested please contact Ellen priority seating is given to Port claimed author of the international, raved that “Salamon’s thoroughly Zimmerman at ellengzimm@yahoo. Washington residents and card- prize-winning best-sellers Galileo’s researched account of a too-short life com. For more information, see www. holders. Daughter, Longitude and The Plan- brings readers as close as anyone to pwpl.org/fol. Thursday, April 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. Come Play on Manhasset Bay Information Fair

If you’ve thought about kayak- boats, Power Squadron, Manorha-ven ing, fishing, sailing, rowing, swim- Park, Marine Police, Manhasset Bay ming or motor boating as you’ve Protection Committee, Bay Walk, walked around Manhasset Bay and Port Water Taxi, North Shore Yacht wondered how to do it, we can help. Club, Manhasset Bay Yacht Club, The library’s Nautical Advisory Coun- Port Washington Yacht Club, the cil will host an information expo on Frostbite Club and Fishing Charters. Thursday, April 26 from 7 to 9 p.m. You can see by this list that no matter to answer the question of how to what your sport, hobby or exercise, have more fun on Manhasset Bay and there will be someone to provide where to begin. information. Fifteen local organizations will There will be a raffle with op- join forces to answer your questions portunities to try out a new sport or about Manhasset Bay and where and hobby. There will also be a kayak, how to play on the Bay. Expected row boat and, perhaps, even a sail- participants are Atlantic Outfitters, boat, for you to explore. Port Sailing, North Shore Kayak Join us to find out how to have Club, Rowing Club, Mill Pond Yacht more fun on Manhasset Bay! Club and their remote controlled sail Celebrate the world with us!

Celebrate Port Washington’s Washington,” a graphic display of diverse community at our Celebra- Port Washington people and their tion 120: World Festival on Sunday, birth places. Whether you are from April 29. Festivities are from 1 to 5 Alabama or Zanzibar, add your pho- p.m. at the library and at Landmark to and place of birth and be part of on Main Street, and there will be this visual celebration of diversity. something for everyone. To participate, email a photo and The theme of the day is dis- your place of birth to worldfest@ covering how different cultures pwpl.org or call 883-4400, Ext. 147 celebrate important milestones. or 149 for instructions. Exhibits representing 35 countries There will also be music and around the globe will be set up dancing at Landmark on Main throughout the building. Each area Street, right across the street. will have different crafts, games, The festive line-up includes Taiko food samplings and decorations. Drumming at 1 p.m. at the venue’s Children can pick up their pass- “outside stage,” a Cuban Klezmer ports at the front door, make a craft Quartet featuring Roberto Rodri- or play a game and have their pass- guez at 2:30 p.m. in the Jeanne ports stamped. Once your journey Rimsky Theater, Latin dance in- is complete, stop at the entrance struction at 4 p.m. outside and the desk to claim a small prize. Teens Qi Shu Fang Peking Opera at 5:30 can participate in the fun of henna p.m. in the theater. decorating or international soccer So bring your dancing shoes, with “Kinect Soccer.” a craving for small, tasty delights All ages will enjoy viewing and a desire to learn on April 29. beautiful, multicultural displays Come and join the fun at the World and maybe seeing one of your Festival! neighbors dressed in a traditional This free event is made pos- costume! sible, in part, through a generous In addition to the library ac- grant from the Friends of the tivities, the Friends of the Library Library, in collaboration with the is sponsoring “The World of Port Landmark on Main Street. ent cultures. ent cultures. - differ from patterns intricate using based dye, can be applied to the skin Henna, an all-natural vegetable- art. clude Kinect Soccer and Henna in body activities sponsored Teenspace festival. worldwide a in celebration cultures a of for library the Visit there, check out our “Windows into “Windows our out check there, you’re While collection. poetry our from highlights the of some sample and Week14-20) (April Poetry ple’s YoungPeo- during TeenSpace Visit Week YoungCelebratePeople’s Poetry Sunday, April29 World Festival TeenSpace. fee$5. Program writer.in progress in is Registration Arora, a teacher, artist and published Sonia by led be will workshop This pencil. and journal a is need you All and write stories of brevity.extreme workshop this attend to invited are teens flash, a in story a moment seeing and the in being by Inspired Saturday, April21at 2:30p.m. Flash Fiction What’s newinTeenSpacethismonth? Published by the PORT WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY One Library Drive Port Washington, NY 11050-2794 Phone: 516/883-4400 E-mail: [email protected] from 1to 5p.m. Web Site: http://www.pwpl.org LIBRARY TRUSTEES: Lee Aitken, President Myron Blumenfeld, Patricia Bridges, Issue No. 276, April 2012 Joseph Burden, Nancy Comer, Thomas Donoghue, John O’Connell - LIBRARY DIRECTOR: Nancy Curtin and Darra meet at a Michigan sum- Michigan a at meet Darra and WrenWhen Frost. Helen by Hidden hispast. and nowmustconfront behind left he secret terrible the by Vietnam in 1975, Matt Pin is haunted years after Two being airlifted out of All the Broken Pieces by Ann E. Burg. might enjoy: recommended verse novels that you few a just are Here form. verse in in TeenSpace, including great novels day every almost arrive books New New Books inTeenSpace assignments! for research projects and homework Great worldwide. writers & poets 130,000 on information biographical and criticism, reviews, vides literary the Resource Center out check Finally, your ownverses. create to together read be can titles the so books of spines the using by your made own! “Bookspinepoems”are compose and poems” spine “book window our view and activity, poetry interactive an – Words” EDITOR: Jackie Kelly

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