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5th Annual National Comic Con Lighthouse Day Light the th Page 2, 8, 15 August 7 Page 8

50th Anniversary Museum Passes of the And Moon Landing Way to Discount tickets Page 6 Page 3 & 10

Adult Summer National Coloring Reading Club Summer Book Day Raffle Page 3 & 4 Page 7

Borrow A Fun! Harry Potter's Mobil Hotspot Birthday Raffle Page 9 Page 8

Bus Wayfinder Trips Princess Page 5 Page 11

Living In Borrow Space Lawn Games Page 11 Page 3

What’s Inside this issue...

Special Events & Adult Services Technology Children’s Services Teen Services Community Message Highlights Pages 4-8 Page 9 Pages 10-13 Pages 14-15 Page 2-3

Programs • Community Events • Library news Contact Us: (631) 581-9200 SPECIAL EVENTS

Saturday, July 27, 9:30 a.m.-4:15 p.m. (sign-in starts at 9:15 a.m.) All ages Slip into the nearest phone booth, don your cape and head over to our fun-filled con! Though there is no registration necessary for the day, there are several programs for which you must pre-register; they are marked with a program code: • Fuel up with a Stranger Things Breakfast, EIA214, 9:30-10 a.m., all ages • Peruse the Artist Alley to find art and collectibles, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., all ages • Participate in our free Silent Auction with the raffle ticket you get at sign-in, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. • Put your sleuthing skills to the test with our children's Scavenger Hunt, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., up to grade 6 • Take a picture with all of our photo ops: 501st Legion (10 a.m.-12 p.m.), our TARDIS (10 a.m.-4 p.m.), Saber Guild (11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.), Starfleet (11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.), green screen (10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.) • Meetup with your fellow fans to discuss your fandom and create a craft: Stranger Things (10-10:30 a.m.), Harry Potter (10:30-11 a.m.), Star Trek (1:45-2:15 p.m.), Game of Thrones (2:45-3:15 p.m.) • Learn how to apply Vintage Comic Book Makeup, EIY772, 10-11 a.m., grades 7-adult • Explore Virtual Reality, EIY781, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1-4 p.m., grades 6-adult. Appointments may be made at the Reference Desk • It's tournament fun in Minecraft Mania, EIJ560, 10-10:45 a.m. OR 11-11:45 a.m., grades 3-6 • Help create a Mad Lib Drawing: Superheroes and Super Villains, EIJ562, 10-10:45 a.m., grades 2-5 with an adult • Get caught in the Long, Tangled Web of the Amazing Spider-Man!, EIA172, 10-11:15 a.m., all ages, under 9 with an adult • Exchange your ticket from sign-in at the Snack Station for popcorn and water, 10-11:30 a.m., all ages • Get a Superhero Shaped Balloon (10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.) and register for Comic Con Caricatures (11 a.m.-1:20 p.m.) • Visit our Children’s Drop-In Crafts room, 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m., all ages with an adult • Help fight off a Stormtrooper Attack with your own Nerf weapon, 11-11:15 a.m., up to grades 6 • Play a New Board Game with friends, EIY756, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., grades 7-12 • Learn about the Amazing Life of Stan Lee, 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m., grades 6-adult • Paint character favorite Pikachu at Pokémon Art, EIJ606, 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m., grades 3-6 • Play LEGO Movie BINGO, EIJ563, 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m., grades K-2 • Create your own costume at Savers Cosplay DIY, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., grades 2 through adult • Bring some money to recharge at the Geenas Weenas food truck, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., all ages • Compete in our Fandom Jeopardy, EIY777, 12-1:15 p.m., grades 6-adult • Play Magic the Gathering with your friends, EIY776, 12-2 p.m., grades 7-12 • Receive Saber Guild Padawan Training, EIJ565, 12:15-1:15 p.m., ages 5-12 • Watch Featured Artist Scott Grimando create before your eyes!, 12:45-1:15 p.m., grades 6-adult • Paint character favorite Pikachu at Teen Pokémon Art, EIY770, 1-1:45 p.m., grades 7-12 • Compete in our Costume Contest, 1:50-2:10 p.m., all ages • Battle it out at Fortnite Playground Battle Royale, EIY771, 2:15-3 p.m. OR 3:15-4 p.m., grades 7-12 • Learn how to train your dragon with David Engle at Toothless and Friends, 2:15-3 p.m., ages 4 and up with an adult • Unwind a little and watch Spider-man: Into the Spider-Verse, EIA132, 2:30-4:30 p.m., all ages • Show off your dance moves at the Fortnite Dance Off, EIJ609, 3:15-3:45 p.m., under 9 with adult, tweens and teens • Weather permitting, even more meet-ups outside (Marvel/DC, Walking Dead and Doctor Who)

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Free Museum Passes

Print and Go! These museum passes may be reserved online or in person at the Children’s Reference Desk up to 30 days in advance for museum visits. These passes are good for a 1 day visit to the museum, so request your pass for the date you wish to use it. They do not need to be picked up or returned to the library. The pass can be printed from home. Pick Up/Return at Library - These museum passes may be reserved online or in person at the Children’s Reference Desk up to 30 days in advance. The pass may be borrowed for three days (first day of reservation is when pass is ready for pick up) and must be returned before closing on the third date. Adult cardholders in good standing may reserve a museum pass. Each pass is good for general admission for a varying number depending on the museum. Museum passes may be reserved in person at the Children’s Desk or online at www.eipl.org. • American Airpower Museum • Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum in NYC • Children’s Museum of Manhattan in NYC • Long Island Explorium in Port Jefferson • Children’s Museum of the East End in Bridgehampton • Long Island Maritime Museum in West Sayville • Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City • Long Island Science Center in Riverhead • Empire Pass for New York State Parks • Museum of the City of New York in NYC • Fire Island Lighthouse at Robert Moses State Park • South Fork Natural History Museum in Bridgehampton • Guggenheim Museum in NYC • Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum in Centerport

DISCOUNT TICKETS Patrons with an East Islip Library Card may purchase up to 6 tickets per family, per attraction at the Children’s Desk. Cash or check only; exact change is appreciated. Long Island Aquarium - $20 each, no expiration. Bronx Zoo, Long Island Game Farm and Splish Splash

ADULTS

Creating summer fun just got easier with East Islip Library’s The Adult Summer Game Collection. The library now loans a selection of outdoor Reading Club games that will add enjoyment to any gathering. It’s not too late to sign up Choose from Giant Jenga, Badminton, Cornhole, our annual Adult Summer Bocce, KanJam or Giant 4 in a Row. Two games Reading Club! The rules are simple – just read and per family can be borrowed for up to 3 days. Contact the report on as many books as you want! Reviews Reference Desk to can be submitted until August 12. This year’s reserve a game for grand prize is a $50 Amazon gift card, so join the your summer events. club for a chance to win! Registration is underway.

CHILDREN

EIJ515 - Dinoman in Space Show EIJ583 – Mother Goose Fair Thursday, August 1, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Friday, September 20 and Saturday, Ages 4 and up with an adult September 21, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Dinoman takes his audience on a fast-paced Ages birth – 3 with an adult, siblings welcome exploration of the heavens. Classical planets are We’ll start the action each day with a little parachute play! visited and investigated, as well as gravity and the Then enjoy special games, simple crafts and other toddler incredible cold of space! This program is fun. Registration is encouraged, but not required. generously provided by the Bohlsen Family Foundation.

2 eipl.org July/August 2019 3 ADULT SERVICES ONGOING PROGRAMS AND SERVICES A LARGE PRINT EDITION OF THIS NEWSLETTER IS AVAIL- Senior Advocate (EIA20) Monday, August 12 from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. ABLE UPON REQUEST AT THE ADULT REFERENCE DESK. For more information please see page 8. DIGITAL SERVICES at eipl.org - E-Books and Digital Audiobooks One-On-One Medicare Counseling and Assistance (EIA156) Go to Live-brary.com (Free Downloads) to access digital e-Books Must be Medicare Eligible. Wednesday, July 10 and and audiobooks for all ages to use on your phone, tablet or e-reader. Wednesday, August 21. For more information see page 7. You will find instructions on the library’s home page, directing you to a free app from which you can access a large collection Donate and Recycle in the Lobby of e-books and audiobooks. For further assistance, call the Adult • Retire your flag properly in the VFW receptacle Services Desk. • Recycle eyeglasses in the Lions Club bin • Donate food to Long Island Cares E-Magazines from Flipster • Donate pet supplies to the Islip Animal Shelter Find a large assortment of digital periodicals at eipl.org. Just click on Flipster. Find all of your favorites: People, Car and Driver, Career Counseling Better Homes and Gardens, Runner’s, Travel and Leisure, If you would like help with your resume, cover letter, job search, Highlights and more. or an application, and you are a district resident, please call the Reference Desk (631-581-9200 x105) to make an appointment Ancestry with our professional Career Counselor. Did you send out your DNA to find your ethnicity? Well then, you will want to use the Library Edition of Ancestry.com for free at the Game Day - Canasta, Mah Jongg, Bridge, (EIA128) library. Ancestry® Library Edition delivers billions of records in or any game. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. census data, vital records, directories, photos, and more. We provide the room, you provide your game.

RefUSA Scrabble & Mah Jongg (EIA141) ReferenceUSA is the leading source for business and residential Tuesdays, 12 - 3 p.m. data in the United States. It helps users of all kinds search for jobs, research U.S. businesses, create marketing and small business plans, Knitting & Crocheting Circle (EIA437) Saturdays from 2 - 4 p.m. - No Meeting on July 27th locate specific people and more. Get Your High School Diploma Patches & Pieces - A Quilting Club Available by scholarship through your library, Career Online Monday, July 8 at 12:30 p.m. High School offers adults the opportunity to complete their high Monday, August 12 at 12:30 p.m. school education and gain career training through a self-paced, Sewing Circle (EIA285) supportive, and accredited online education program. For infor- Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. mation about this program call 631-654-4700 x251. Homebound Library Service Become an Adult Literacy Tutor Materials are offered to East Islip District patrons on short and long Be the difference in someone’s life. Register now to become a term basis. Books and materials will be mailed with return postage. Literacy Suffolk volunteer tutor. Register for a Training Workshop, or If you cannot get to the library due to an injury, illness, or chronic take the training online at home. Once you are trained it will require a condition, please call 631-581-9200 x105 and ask for an application. 1 ½ to 2 hour a week commitment, where you will work one-on-one Talking Books for the Visually Impaired with an adult student in a public place, usually at the library. Contact National Library for the Blind provides books in audio format for Literacy Suffolk at 631-286-1649 or www.LiteracySuffolk.org. free to the blind and visually impaired. You can download an appli- Vacation Planning at the Library cation from (www.loc.gov/nls) or ask a librarian to download one Plan a trip to the library before finalizing your plans for your sum- for you. mer vacation. Find travel books, magazines, maps, and brochures Notary Service - Notaries are available, for EIPL cardholders for many locations. Also, you can pick up an audio book to listen to on a limited schedule to notarize personal documents for patrons as you travel, or language learning materials. Just ask a librarian! with government issued photo-ID. Call for availability (581-9200 x 5). The Book Sale Nook In the Library Lobby you will find the Book Sale Nook, the room that DRIVING COURSES houses all of the books and materials that are for sale. AARP Smart Driving Course (eia140) Tuesday, July 23 from 9:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. THE LIBRARY OF THINGS ***Please bring your aarp card*** The library has available for checkout a collection of ignups start on Tuesday, July 2 for district residents and non-traditional items; such as, lawn games, museum SWednesday, July 3 for non-district residents. A $20 check passes, and mobile hotspots. Ask a librarian. or money order made out to AARP for AARP cardholders, or a $25 check for non-AARP members to be paid at the Circulation Desk. You must have your New York State Driver’s License READER’S ADVISORY with you on the day of class. Enrollment is limited, first-come, Find new booklists on our reader’s blog at eipl.org. first-served. Class starts promptly at 9:15 a.m.; late comers The July list will be Literary Non –Fiction, a list of factual books that will not be admitted. There will be a 30 min. lunch break; a read like fiction. The August list will be The Nannies of Fiction for fans bag lunch is suggested. Register at the Circulation Desk. of The Nanny Diaries and The Help. Defensive Driving Course (eia153) Empire Safety Council Adult Summer Reading Club Please note time change Saturday, August 3 from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Fee: $25. Signups are underway for our popular Adult Reading Club. Come in to egister in advance for this course at the Circulation Desk with pick up your packet at the Reference Desk and begin winning prizes as Ra non-refundable check or money order for $25 made payable you read this summer. The grand prize will be a $50 Amazon gift card. to the East Islip Public Library. A bag lunch is suggested. 4 eipl.org ADULT SERVICES BOOK DISCUSSIONS BUS TRIPS Mohonk Mountain House and Historic Huguenot Street (EIA117) Wednesdays at 7 p.m. (EIA144) Date: Thursday, August 8 Bus departs East Islip Library parking lot: 7 a.m. Fee: $135 check payable to ISLIP PUBLIC LIBRARY Registration ends: Tuesday, July 16 at 9 p.m. THE FORGOTTEN GARDEN No refunds will be issued after Tuesday, July 16, by Kate Morton unless your seat can be filled Wednesday, July 17 Enjoy a trip to upstate New York’s scenic Hudson Valley to the Mohonk Mountain House, a seven-story Victorian castle built on spectacular cliffs above Lake Mohonk, surrounded by thou- sands of acres of pristine forest and winding trails. The Mohonk Mountain house, built in 1869, has successfully maintained its distinct 19th-century character into the 21st century. Enjoy a hot HILLBILLY ELEGY and cold buffet luncheon at noon and shopping at the gift shop and greenhouse garden shop. Our Mohonk greeter will give us a house by J. D. Vance history talk and walk on the beautiful trails with sweeping vistas or Wednesday, August 21 take a self-guided tour of the Barn Museum, Greenhouse, and Show Gardens (before and after lunch). We will also be making a stop to Historic Huguenot Street. This National Historic Landmark District includes a visitor center, seven stone house museums, a reconstruct- ed 1717 French church, and an early burial ground. Cost for trip includes transportation via motorcoach, buffet lunch, all activities at the Mohonk Mountain House and stop to Huguenot Street. THE BOHLSEN GALLERY Approximate return time: 9 p.m.

In honor of the 5th Annual East Islip Library Comic Metropolitan Museum of Art and Con on July 27th, the Gallery in July will feature posters Central Park Highlights (EIA118) depicting a variety of classes taught at Hogwarts School Date: Saturday, September 14 of Witchcraft and Wizardry as well as posters highlighting Bus departs East Islip Library parking lot: 8:15 a.m. dragons from the How to Train Your Dragon series. Fee: $70 check payable to ISLIP PUBLIC LIBRARY No refunds will be issued after Tuesday, August 20 In keeping with the Comic Con theme, the display cases in unless your seat can be filled July will feature popular culture memorabilia, along with Begin the day with a self-guided tour of the Metropolitan Museum our In Memoriam display, which honors those who have of Art, the largest art museum in the United States. On display at passed in the Sci-Fi and Fandom universe over the past year. the Met is Play it Loud: Instruments of Rock ‘n’ Roll. View more than 130 instruments dating from 1939 to 2017—played by artists In August, the Gallery will display the macro photography such as Chuck Berry, Eric Clapton, Sheryl Crow, Bob Dylan, Don Felder, Jimi Hendrix, Wanda Jackson, Joan Jett, Lady Gaga, Steve of Brian Bonelli, a multi-talented artist and employee of the Miller, Joni Mitchell, Jimmy Page, Kate Pierson, Elvis Presley, library. Brian has always been fascinated with the beautiful Prince, Keith Richards, Patti Smith, Bruce Springsteen, Ringo Starr, alien world of insects and arachnids, and hopes his photography Eddie Van Halen, Stevie Ray Vaughan, St. Vincent, and many others. will help you gain a new appreciation of our tiny 6 and Lunch will be on your own; the museum features counter service 8 footed friends. and buffet style lunch options as well as a rooftop bar. We will spend approximately 5 - 5 ½ hours at the Met. Afterwards, meet our Antique cameras from the collection of Lance Edwards tour guide Jim Dykes for a two-hour walking tour of Central Park will be featured in the display cases in August. A professional highlights (rain or shine). Cost of trip includes transportation via event photographer, Mr. Edwards has been collecting film Hampton Jitney motorcoach, admission to the Metropolitan Museum and movie cameras since the mid-eighties when he first of Art and walking tour of Central Park with tour guide Jim Dykes. started in the business. Some of the antiques on display are Approximate return time 7:30 p.m. cameras he actually used. TAKE THE TRAIN TO NEW YORK CITY ART SALE (EIA165) If you’re in the market for artwork, consider stopping by Due to price increase by LIRR, fare is the Bohlsen Art Gallery at the library. The Gallery is open now $11 (cash only) round trip during regular library hours. If you have any questions Saturday, August 3, 2019 regarding the sale of art work in the Gallery, please call Judy (Purchase tickets by Monday, July 29) Moccio at 581-9200 ext. 123. TRAIN LEAVES GREAT RIVER SATURDAY AT 8:58 a.m. YOUR TICKETS ARE PAID FOR AT THE EIPL. **************************** The day of the trip, arrive at the Great River train station by SOFIA CHAPPELL SCHOLARSHIP AWARD 8:40 a.m. where you will be issued your return ticket on the plat- On June 4th, at the Senior Awards & Scholarship Night form. Everyone will board the same train for the trip into NYC at the East Islip High School, student Genevieve Imnof (with a change at Jamaica). Your return ticket can be used for any received the Sofia Chappell Scholarship. Congratulations LIRR train you choose on the same day. Please sign up and pay Genevieve Imnof. for your ticket (non-refundable) at the Circulation Desk. July/August 2019 5 ADULT SERVICES FRIDAY FILMS WEDNESDAY MOVIES Start at 2 p.m. sharp AT 2:15 P.M. unless otherwise noted JULY 7/5 DORIS DAY REMEMBERED Beautiful Boy 7/3 – Young at Heart (1954); 117 min.; NR A father questions where he went wrong after his Starring: Frank Sinatra & Gig Young son becomes addicted to crystal meth. 7/10 – Lover Come Back (1961); 107 min.; NR Rated: R; 112 min.; 2019 Starring: Rock Hudson & Edie Adams Starring: Steve Carell & Timothee Chalamet 7/17 – April in Paris (1952); 101 min.; NR Starring: Ray Bolger & George Givot 7/12 7/24 – Please Don’t Eat the Daisies (1960); 111 min.; NR Five Feet Apart Starring: David Niven & Janis Paige Teenagers with cystic fibrosis fall in love despite 7/31 – Love Me or Leave Me (1955); 122 min.; NR not being able to get close to each other. Starring: James Cagney Rated: PG-13; 120 min.; 2019 Starring: Haley Richardson AUGUST 7/19 NANCY DREW, THEN AND NOW Roman Holiday A princess escapes her entourage in Rome, where 8/7 – Nancy Drew & the Hidden Staircase (2019); 89 min.; PG she meets an American journalist. Starring: Mackenzie Graham Rated: NR; 119 min.; 1953 8/14 – Nancy Drew – Get A Clue (2007); 100 min.; PG Starring: Audrey Hepburn & Gregory Peck Starring: Emma Roberts 8/21 – Nancy Drew-Trouble Shooter (1939); 70 min; NR Starring: Bonita Granville 8/2 8/28 – Nancy Drew-Reporter (1939); 68 min.; NR Isn’t it Romantic Starring: Bonita Granville After a woman is knocked unconscious she wakes to find herself in a romantic comedy. Rated: PG-13; 88 min.; 2019 DOCUMENTARY FILMS Starring: Rebel Wilson & Priyanka Chopra SATURDAYS AT 2 P.M. (EIA184)

8/9 Arctic APOLLO 11 – G; 93 MIN; 2019 A research explorer who crash landed in the Arctic JULY 20 tries to survive in a harsh winter. A discovery of uncatalogued audio recordings and never before Rated: PG-13; 98 min.; 2019 seen footage brings viewers straight to the heart of NASA's Starring: Mads Mikkelsen most celebrated mission, the one that first put men on the moon, and forever made Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin into 8/16 household names. Dumbo Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Moon Landing by entering A young elephant with oversized ears and the pow- our commemorative raffle, from July 1 - 20. ers of flight becomes a circus superstar. THE HUMAN ELEMENT – NR; 78 MIN; 2018 Rated: PG; 130 min.; 2019 AUGUST 17 Starring: Michael Keaton & Danny DeVito Renowned environmental photographer James Balog examines the everyday lives of Americans on the front lines of climate 8/23 change and encourages viewers to reevaluate their relationship Bernie the Dolphin with nature and the natural world.. Two kids search for their dolphin friend and try to protect him from some bad guys. Rated: G; 100 min.; 2018 FOREIGN FILM Starring: Patrick Muldoon TUESDAY AT 6:30 P.M. (EIA124)

9/6 Hotel Mumbai THE LUNCHBOX – PG; 105 MIN; 2014 (HINDI) SEPTEMBER 3 The staff and visitors of the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel A mistaken delivery in Mumbai’s famously efficient lunchbox struggle to deal with a terrorist attack. distribution system connects a young housewife to an older Rated: R; 125 min.; 2018 neighbor as they build a fantasy world together through notes Starring: Dev Patel & Armie Hammer circulated in the lunchbox. 6 eipl.org ADULT SERVICES Registration begins for EIPL cardholders on ADULTS PROGRAMS Monday, July 1 at 9 a.m. Performance Poets Association (eia455) Limit of 2 people for each exercise class The Performance Poets will NOT be meeting in July and August. Look (yourself & another EIPL card-holder). for their return on September 8 and October 13 at 2 p.m. Out of district registration begins on The Writers Group (eia122) Monday, July 8 at 9 a.m. Programs with a fee are There will be no meeting in July and August. Look for their return non-refundable and require in-person registration. in the September/October newsletter. One-On-One Medicare Counseling and Assistance EXERCISE CLASSES Must Be Medicare Eligible (eia156) Wednesday, July 10 & Wednesday, August 21 at 10 a.m. Register at the Reference Desk to meet with a Suffolk County Senior Fitness (eia125) RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) volunteer from HIICAP Tuesday, July 9, 16, 23, 30 (Health Insurance Information, Counseling & Assistance Program) August 6, 13, 20, 27 at 1 p.m. Fee: $24 to answer questions and provide information specific to your own While seated in a chair, participants engage in weight bearing needs regarding Medicare health insurance and benefits, Medicare activities using dumbbells and resistance bands. Savings Programs, Extra Help for prescription drugs and EPIC. Tai Chi (eia345) National Coloring Book Day - Friday, August 2 Friday, July 12, 19, 26 On July 15, leading up to National Coloring Book Day, a raffle August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 at 1 p.m. Fee: $24 box will be in the lobby where you can enter to win 11x 17 coloring Tai chi is now used for stress reduction and to help with a variety sheets. Winners will be chosen on August 3. of health conditions. Class size limited to 20. Must Register. Night Out for Special Needs Adults (eia257) Zumba Gold (eia278) Mondays at 7 p.m. - Caregivers must be present Monday, July 8, 15, 22, 29 July 15 - Wall Hanging - Seahorse created with beans August 19 - Small decorated chalkboard August 5, 12, 19, 26 at 9:30 a.m. Fee: $24 Zumba is modified to suit the needs of Tick Bite Prevention (eia268) the active older participant. Tuesday, July 16 at 7 p.m. Learn about the signs and symptoms of Lyme disease, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Hear about the YOGA important things you can do to prevent tick bites and the proper way to remove a tick. Chair yoga (eia441) Thursday, July 11, 18, 25 Mah Jongg - Tips & Tricks (eia333) August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 12:30 p.m. Fee: $24 Thursday, July 18 at 6:30 p.m. Know the basic of Mah Jongg and want to focus on the techniques Chair yoga (eia442) and strategies of the game? This class will help to improve your skills Thursday, July 11, 18, 25 and you will be given detailed handouts. August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 at 1:30 p.m. Fee: $24 The Meditative Hobby Of Brush Calligraphy (eia336) Monday, July 22 at 7 p.m. Yoga Saturday (eia100) The ancient technique of East Asian brush calligraphy has been con- Saturday, July 13, 20 sidered part art form and part meditation. Learn how to grind ink, hold August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 9 a.m. Fee: $21 a brush, and apply basic brush strokes, as well as how to respect the “five treasures” - brush, ink stick, ink stone, paper, and water. Yoga Wednesday (eia399) Wednesday, July 10, 17, 24, 31 Saving Fire Island August 7, 14, 21, 28 at 10 a.m. Fee: $24 From Robert Moses (eia253) A Bohlsen Local History Series Lecture Yoga Monday (eia406) Tuesday, July 23 at 7 p.m. Monday, July 8, 15, 22, 29 Fire Island has been an oasis for vacationers for more than 150 August 5, 12, 19, 26 at 5:30 p.m. Fee: $24 years. To “master builder” Robert Moses, its coastline was ripe for the construction of an Ocean Parkway extension. To maintain a traditional way of life the community began the fight for federal Yoga Monday (eia312) protection through the creation of the Fire Island National Seashore. Monday, July 8, 15, 22, 29 Author Christopher Verga presents this triumphant struggle against August 5, 12, 19 26 at 7 p.m. Fee: $24 the Goliath of 20th century New York development. Yoga (eia115) Learn To Play Backgammon (eia190) Thursday, July 11, 18, 25 Wednesday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m. August 1, 8, 15, 29 at 5:30 p.m. Fee: $21 Join instructor Jay Palatnik for instruction to play the ancient game of backgammon. It is a two person game that can even be PLEASE BRING A MAT OR TOWEL played online with someone else. Come and learn the basics. July/August 2019 7 ADULT SERVICES Travel Snacks - 5 Little Italys (eia106) The Lighthouses of Long Island Friday, July 26 at 2 p.m. A Bohlsen Local History Why not celebrate your “inner Italian” with a trip to Italy right here in Series Lecture (eia254) New York! Between 1880 and 1920, over four million Italians entered Wednesday, August 7 at 7 p.m. the United States. Learn how those who settled in New York’s neigh- Celebrate National Lighthouse Day by attending a presentation on borhoods made their cultural imprint on the city. With five Little Italys the Lighthouses of Long Island. Beginning with the construction of to visit in New York’s boroughs, there’s plenty to see and do. Montauk Point Light in 1796, lighthouses have aided vessels navi- gating Long Island’s waters for more than 200 years. But alongside Harry Potter Birthday Raffle their utilitarian purpose, the Island’s lighthouses have also become July 27 - 31 part of American culture. They inspire artists and writers, attract Harry James Potter born on July 31, 1980 in Godric’s Hollow, West tourists, and are the subject of historic preservation efforts. From Country, England. This half-blood wizard was the only child and beacon to coastal icon, join Jonathan Olly, Ph.D. and Assistant Cura- son of James and Lily Potter (née Evans). Join us on 7/31 for a raf- tor at the Long Island Museum as he explores the history of Long fle and go home with a Harry Potter read-alike booklist for all ages. Island’s enduring lighthouses. If you are a lighthouse enthusiast, be sure to visit the Local History Room to see our special collection of lighthouse materials. Instant Pot Demonstration/Tasting (eia334) Wednesday, August 7 at 7 p.m. The Long, Tangled Web of This program is designed towards beginners looking to become The Amazing Spider-Man! more familiar with the Instant Pot and its functions, with an over- Saturday, July 27 at 10 a.m. (eia172) view of the key elements of Instant Pot Cooking. Three dishes are Writer and editor Glenn Greenberg knows Spider-Man per- prepared during the class and samples and recipes are distributed. sonally, having been one of the architects for his comic-book adventures. He will relate Spider-Man’s fictional biography, Senior Advocate (eia201) behind-the-scenes insights on his key creators, including Monday, August 12 at 9 a.m. Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, and the character’s history in other Senior Advocates educate seniors on benefits they may be eligible media—TV, movies, cartoons, toys, etc. Glenn will also for and assist them in applying for those benefits. Emphasis is on discuss his own experiences working on the comics, on both programs that foster economic independence such as Supplemental sides of the editorial desk. And if that isn’t enough, we’ll learn Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP – formerly known as Food where the character is now, including the popularity of the Stamps), Medicare Savings Program (MSP), and HEAP. “new” Spider-Man in the comics, Miles Morales, the central character of the Academy Award-winning animated movie, Travel Snacks Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. Reykjavik: An Icelandic Adventure (eia106) Friday, August 30 at 2 p.m. Excelsior! The Amazing Life of Stan Lee (eia176) Take a virtual visit to Reykjavík, capital city of Iceland. Find Saturday, July 27 at 11:15 a.m. out why it’s called the Land of Fire and Ice! A visit to the capital This program traces Stan Lee’s incredible creative journey and southwest regions of Iceland is similar to visiting multiple across a nearly 70-year career that ended with his passing at national parks; There are majestic falls, geothermal pools, black the age of 95 in November, 2018. Many of his creations— sand beaches, spectacular volcanoes, shooting geysers, sever- including Spider-Man, the Fantastic Four, the Hulk, Doctor al UNESCO World Heritage sites and impressive geological Strange, X-Men, Black Panther, Iron Man, Thor, Ant-Man, features, including the fissure where the European and North Daredevil and countless others—are known the world over, American tectonic plates meet. but how much do you know about the former Long Islander himself? Entering publishing as an office assistant when he KEEP IN MIND- was only 16, Stan Lee went on to change comic books forever THE NEXT SIGN UP FOR ADULT PROGRAMS IS as he created amazing superheroes (and villains!) that fans TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD could relate to, turning Marvel Comics into a media empire. Two Hundred Years on the Erie Canal Exhibit Drawing Tips from Artist Scott Grimando (eia175) September 10-30 Saturday, July 27 at 12:45 p.m. A 4-panel interactive exhibit will be at the East Islip Public Library Featured Artist, Scott Grimando will show participants how in September. Two Hundred Years on the Erie Canal was curated to improve their drawing, while telling about his experiences by Heidi Ziemer and Dan Ward of the Western NY Library Resources illustrating book and magazine covers for major SciFi & Fan- Council (WNYLRC), a member of the Empire State Library Net- tasy publishers. Mr. Grimando is an award winning illustrator work (ESLN), and funded by a Humanies New York Action Grant. who has been a trendsetter in the Fantasy art field for the past 20 years. His book, The Art of the Mythical Woman: Lucid The 34th Annual Juried Art Show will take place in the Dreams, has become art students standard for insights into Bohlsen Gallery from October 1 through October 27th, on which the modern creative process. Sci-Fi readers may know him as day there will be an awards reception starting at 3:30 p.m. Make the cover artist for the long running Kris Longknife series. Be sure to visit the Art Gallery when you come to the library in October sure to get your chance to have this artist impart his ideas and to view the work by talented local artists and be sure to vote for your perform his craft. He will also be at Table 7 most of the day, favorite. Stop by at the Circulation desk to purchase a raffle to win so stop by and say hello. the painting on display in the lobby. Any donation is welcome to support the arts in our community. Pet First Aid & Disaster Preparedness (eia283) Tuesday, August 6 at 7 p.m. MARK YOUR CALENDAR Developed by veterinarians, this course will help you learn how to take care of your dog or cat in times of emergency. Topics include personal SHREDDING DAY safety, choking, first aid for common emergencies, restraining and nd moving injured animals, pet CPR and planning for disasters. November 2 from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

8 eipl.org TECHNOLOGY Creating Strong Passwords (eia464) Tuesday, August 6 at 7 p.m. Learn how to create and manage secure passwords. Discussion will include password reuse, complexity, account security questions, and Classes password managers. and Programs Internet Users Group (eia151) Tuesday, July 30 at 7:45 p.m. Tuesday, August 27 at 7:45 p.m. he following computer classes are free to Computer expert John Catrona hosts an informal group to discuss T East Islip Public Library card holders. new and interesting information on and about the Internet. If there are openings, out-of-district patrons Microsoft Excel (eia465) will be charged a $5 fee. Track Household Expenses Monday, August 5 at 9:30 a.m. Please register at the Adult Reference Desk starting Would you like to track household income and expenses on your Monday, July 1. All classes are One-Hour. computer? This class will introduce you to the basics of Microsoft Excel, for the purpose of creating an electronic document which you can update each month of the year. Buying and Selling Using the Internet (eia324) Tuesday, August 20 at 8 p.m. Microsoft Excel Basics (eia462) Use free Internet resources to buy and sell items you own or get at Tuesday, July 16 at 8 p.m. flea markets and garage sales. Learn how to use Letgo.com, Craigslist Hands-on workshop to get started with Microsoft’s spreadsheet and Ebay.com. Some Internet knowledge is helpful program. Learn basic features including inputting data into cells, using simple formulas and formatting worksheets. You Computing I - Introduction to Computing (eia460) must have taken Computing I or have equivalent knowledge to Tuesday, July 9 at 8 p.m. take this class. Basic Windows functions are covered in this class. Learn the Desktop, keyboard functions, opening and closing programs, Microsoft Windows 10 (eia383) drives, Status Bar, access MS Word, save files, using a flash- Monday, August 19 at 9:30 a.m. drive to save documents, printing and using the Internet. If you own a new Microsoft “Surface” Tablet or any other new computer, laptop, or tablet with the Windows 10 operating Computing II - Basic MS Word (eia461) system, then this class is for you. Monday, July 15 at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 13 at 8 p.m. One-On-One Tech Help Learn to use MS Word; format text with fonts, colors, bullets, and Do you need help using the library's electronic resources? Do margins. Also learn shortcut keys. Introduction to Computing is you have a mobile device that you have a question about or a problem a prerequisite for this class, or basic knowledge of the Windows using a particular computer program? Contact the Reference Desk operating system. and make an appointment with one of our librarians to assist you with basic technology problems. Sorry, we cannot repair or diagnose a problem with your device or computer. ******************************************** PLEASE REGISTER FOR THE FOLLOWING AT THE ADULT REFERENCE DESK Virtual Sightseeing (eia296) Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint (eia250) Monday, August 12 at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, September 17 at 6:30 p.m. Come experience the technology that schools are using to Learn to create exciting computerized presentations with teach students about far off destinations. Visit the Grand Microsoft PowerPoint, a program that can be used as an Canyon, Great Wall of China, and the International Space aid in giving speeches and presentations. Work with computer Station in Virtual Reality, without leaving the library. animation and video as you learn the basics of creating a Safe and fun for adults of all ages. Registration limited. slideshow including creating, saving, editing, formatting, adding multimedia objects and animation effects and much more. Prerequisites: Computer Kindergarten and Computer 1st Grade or equivalent.

EQUIPMENT & TECHNOLOGY SERVICES • A Fax/Scan Workstation • 3D Printer • Free WiFi • Large Format Printer • Public Access PC's • Color Copying, Printing & Scanning • Wireless Printing • iMac Computer • Borrow an in-house Laptop • WiFi Mobile Hotspots to borrow

July/August 2019 9 CHILDREN’S SERVICES

BOOKMARK OF THE MONTH 1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN AUGUST JULY This free program encourages you to read 1000 books with your child before they Pick up your copy enter school – a goal experts say children of each of these need to help them learn to read winning bookmarks for themselves. One of the best ways to encourage learning is to spend time sharing books every day.

by Olivia P. by Riley L. Sign up at the Children’s Desk today!

Though there is no registration Museum passes may be reserved online or in person at necessary for the day, there the Children’s Reference Desk up to 30 days in advance. are several programs for which you must pre-register; Adult cardholders ages 18 and over that hold a valid, they are marked with a pro- unexpired, unblocked, card with fines under $10 may gram code. reserve a museum pass. Each pass is good for general admission for a varying number depending on the mu- The events of the day can be seum. Museum passes may be reserved in person at the found on page 2. Children’s Desk or online at www.eipl.org.

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• GROWN-UPS NEEDED No child under 9 years of age may be left unattended anytime, anywhere in the library. • FOOD ALLERGIES? We sometimes serve snacks at a program; please notify us if your child has any food allergies. • SAY CHEESE! Your attendance at programs FREE live, online homework help sponsored by the East Islip Public Library may be digitally recorded and published. If you do not from real tutors and so much more! wish your image to be published, please notify a From our homepage go to Live- member of the Children’s Department before the program. brary, select Study Help, then the Please contact us with any questions at Homework Help tab, and click on [email protected] ONLINE TUTORING.

10 eipl.org CHILDREN’S SERVICES EIJ611 - Google Expedition August Programs Thursday, August 8, 2-4 p.m., Registration for all August programs will begin on Ages 8 and up, on their own Tuesday, July 16. In-person registration will Try out artificial reality and immerse begin at 9 a.m. at the Children’s Desk and online yourself in a virtual trip to outer space! Register for a registration will begin at 12 p.m. 20-minute session; please note that the age restriction is set for safety reasons. EIJ498 - Turtle Time – Thursday, August 1, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Ages 18 months-5 years with an EIJ499 – Meet the Wayfinder Princess adult, siblings welcome Thursday, August 8, 6 – 6:45 p.m., A Time for Kids is back for some fun songs, activities, and a Ages 4-7 with an adult, siblings welcome summer sea turtle craft. Voyage with us for a story and craft! Afterwards, have your photo taken with the princess. EIJ515 - Dinoman in Space Show Thursday, August 1, 6:30-7:30 p.m., EIJ538 - Blast-Off with Fruity Rockets Ages 4 and up with an adult Friday, August 9, 10 – 11 a.m., Grades 2-5 Dinoman takes his audience on a fast-paced Chef Rob will teach you to create these seasonal fruit and exploration of the heavens. Classical planets are marshmallow goodies. After, join your friends and Chef visited and investigated, as well as gravity and Rob for space games! the incredible cold of space! This program is EIJ481 - Happy Birthday Pete the Cat! generously provided by the Bohlsen Family Foundation. Friday, August 9, 3 - 4 p.m., Ages 3 – 6 on their own Let’s celebrate this fabulous feline with games, crafts and EIJ456 - Dora the Explorer Library Adventure enjoy a birthday snack. This program may not be suitable Friday, August 2, 10:30-11:15 a.m., for those with food allergies. Ages 4 – 7 on their own Junior explorers enjoy games, puzzles, crafts and more!

EIJ473 – Bad Art Crafternoon, Friday August 2, 3 – 4 p.m., Tweens grades 5-8 Tweens will compete to make the worst piece of artwork.

EIJ581 – Find those Fantastic Beasts! Monday, August 5, 3-4 p.m., Grades 3 – 7 EIJ518 – Star Light, Star Bright Story Walk Enjoy games, crafts and a snack at this magical program for Monday August 12, 1:30-2 p.m. all those who love the wizarding world. Ages 3 ½ - 5, on their own We’re going to study the stars in this twinkly pro- EIJ414 – Chess Lessons – Monday, August 5, gram. So join us for a special story time outside in 7 - 8 p.m., Grades 1 – 6 our Discovery Backyard. Afterwards all are wel- If you’ve wanted to learn how to play chess, here’s your come to stretch your legs and get your wiggles out chance. Teen volunteers will guide students as they play while exploring our outside nature classroom. Just with each other to learn the basics of the game. a reminder this program will start in the Children’s Program Room and end in the Discovery Backyard, weather permitting!

EIJ578 – Read to the Dogs – Tuesday, August 6, EIJ582 – Junie B Jones Is a Party Animal! 6:30-8:10 p.m., Readers in grades K– 6 Tuesday, August 13, 3 - 4 p.m., Grades 1 – 4 Students practice their reading skills and gain confidence We’ll laugh it up with games, crafts and a snack for fans of by reading aloud to a trained Therapy Dog. Dogs and their funny girl Junie B. This program may not be suitable for handlers are registered with Therapy Dogs International. those with food allergies Student readers can sign up for a 20-minute session when they come to the Children’s Desk to register. EIJ468 – DIY Constellations – Tuesday, August 13, 7-8 p.m., Grades 4 and Up EIJ596 - Living in Space Do you enjoy gazing at the night sky? If you do, then come Wednesday, August 7, ready to map the stars. We will be creating your very own 7 – 8 p.m., Grades K-5 constellation painting to take home. Experience the life of an astronaut as you suit up for space flight! Use team EIJ482 – Peacock Story and Craft – work to complete an important space Wednesday, August 14, 5:30-6:15 p.m., mission, build a model space station and bring home a “Mad Grades K – 3 Science Spacewalk Mission.” This program is generously Fancy feathers and fun are just what provided by the Bohlsen Family Foundation. you’ll have when you join us for a perfect peacock craft and story. 10 eipl.org July/August 2019 11 CHILDREN’S SERVICES EIJ570 – A Universe of Stories EIJ404 – Baby Time – Thursday, August 29, 10-10:45 a.m., Thursday, August 15, Pre-walkers 3 months and up with an 7 – 8 p.m., adult, no siblings All ages with an adult by invitation only EIJ405 – Toddler Time – Thursday, David FunN will take your children on a magical August 29, 11-11:45 a.m., Walkers journey into space with his Universe of Stories library through 23 months, siblings welcome program. His show will feature music, magic, puppets, EIJ407 – Circle Time – Thursday, audience participation and even a live bunny August 29, 12-12:45 p.m., Ages 2 & 3 as he transforms stories of space exploration, from with an adult, siblings welcome the earliest animal astronauts to the Moon Landing in Designed to stimulate and encourage 1969, into fun interactive magic. This program is gen- your child’s physical and mental growth, Kathy Roeder erously provided by the Bohlsen Family Foundation. presents fun age appropriate activities for children and their grown-up. EIJ536 – Super Smash Bros. Friday, August 16, September Programs 4:30-5:30 p.m., Grades 3-6 Registration for all September programs will begin Whether it’s your first time or you’re a master on Monday, August 12. In-person registration of combat, join us to play the brand new Super will begin at 9 a.m. at the Children’s Desk and online Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch! registration will begin at 12 p.m.

EIJ403 More Than Mother Goose – Monday, August 19, or Saturday, August 24, 10:30-11 a.m., EIJ406 – Time for Twos – Thursday, September 5, Birth – 3 years old with an adult, siblings welcome 10:30-11 a.m., 2 year olds with an adult, no siblings Share nursery rhymes, songs and more with your child. Bring your two-year-old to the library for age appropriate stories, rhymes and songs. EIJ566 - Drop-In Mini Golf August 20 - 22, EIJ403 - More than Mother Goose - Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., September 7, 10:30 – 11 a.m., Birth – 3 years old with All Ages with an adult adult, siblings welcome Come on down to play mini Share nursery rhymes, songs and more with your child. golf in the Children’s Room! Please note if other children will be attending the program No registration is necessary. First come, first served. EIJ417 – Babies Boogie – Monday, September 9, EIJ587 – MakerSpace Night – Make It, Take It, 10-10:45 a.m., 3 – 23 months with an Bake It! - Thursday, August 22, 7-8 p.m., adult, siblings welcome Ages 4 and up with an adult, no younger siblings EIJ418 – Toddlers Tango Science has never been so delicious! Monday, September 9, 11-11:45 a.m., Ages 2 – 4 with an adult, siblings welcome EIJ440 – Welcome to School Stories - Friday, August 23, Clap your hands, move your feet! These creative move- 10:30-11:15 a.m., Children entering Kindergarten ment and music programs presented by Nicole Sparling Children starting kindergarten attend this special story use multicultural music, instruments and props to improve time and take home a surprise bag. motor skills and help children use their imaginations.

EIJ410 – Evening Story Time EIJ560 – Minecraft Mania – Monday, September 9, Monday, August 26, 5:30-6 p.m., 7 – 8 p.m., Grades 3-6 Grades K-3, older siblings welcome Do you think you have what it takes to be the next master Join Miss Kathy for a special edition architect? Join our Minecraft building tournament to show of evening story time, featuring books off your skills! about going back to school!

EIJ578 – Read to the Dogs – Tuesday, September 10, 6:30-8:10 p.m., Readers in grades K – 6 EIJ560 – Minecraft Mania – Monday, August 26, Students practice their reading skills and gain confidence 7 – 8 p.m., Grades 3-6 by reading aloud to a trained Therapy Dog. Dogs and their Do you think you have what it takes to be the next mas- handlers are registered with Therapy Dogs International. ter architect? Join our Minecraft building tournament to Student readers can sign up for a 20-minute session when show off your skills! they come to the Children’s Desk to register.

12 eipl.org CHILDREN’S SERVICES EIJ404 – Baby Time – Thursdays, September 19 & 26, 10-10:45 a.m., Pre-walkers 3 months and up, no siblings EIJ405 – Toddler Time – Thursdays, September 19 & 26, 11-11:45 a.m., EIJ586 - MakerSpace Night - Thursday, Walkers through 23 months, September 12, 7 – 8 p.m., Ages 4 and up with an adult, siblings welcome no younger siblings EIJ407 – Circle Time – Thursday, Go, go, go with gadgets galore! Whether big or small, we September 26, 12-12:45 p.m., have building projects for all. Ages 4 and up with an adult, Ages 2 & 3 with an adult, siblings welcome no younger siblings Designed to stimulate and encourage your child’s physical and mental growth, Kathy Roeder presents fun age appro- EIJ556 – Sharky Story Walk priate activities for children and their grown-up. Friday September 13, 10:30-11a.m., Ages 3 ½-5yrs on their own EIJ536 – Super Smash Bros. Join Baby Shark, Mama Shark, Daddy Thursday, September 19, Shark, and more underwater friends in 7-8 p.m., Grades 3-6 this silly program based on our favorite Whether it’s your first time or you’re a master of combat, join us to play the brand new song and animals. So join us for a special Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch! story time outside in our Discovery Backyard. Af- terwards all are welcome to stretch your legs and get EIJ583 – Mother Goose Fair your wiggles out while exploring our outside nature Friday, September 20 and classroom. Just a reminder this program will start in Saturday, September 21 the Children’s Program Room and end in the Discovery 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Ages birth – 3 with Backyard, weather permitting! an adult, siblings welcome Drop-in between 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. to enjoy special games, simple crafts and other toddler fun. Registration is encouraged, but not required.

EIJ557 - House Play – Tuesday September 24, 10:30-11:15 a.m., 18-36 months with an adult, siblings welcome Come join us while we play with some basic household EIJ552 – A Wet Discovery Saturday- Saturday, items and let your child discover ways to turn them into September 14, 10:30-11:30 a.m., great playthings! Make sure to dress for a mess! All ages with an adult Description: We are going to have a lot of splashy splashy fun in the Discovery Backyard. So feel free to wear your water clothes. Families can stop by any time between 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. to create an art project while exploring nature in the Discovery EIJ584 – Catch the Train Story Time – Wednesday, Backyard. This program is weather permitting! September 25, 4:30 – 5 p.m., Ages 3 ½ - K on their own Chugga chugga choo choo, all aboard for story time fun!

EIJ414 – Chess Lessons – Monday, September 16, 7-8 p.m., Grades 1 – 6 EIJ415 – Parent Child Workshop – Fridays, If you’ve wanted to learn how to play chess, here’s your September 27 – November 1, 10 - 11:15 a.m., chance. Teen volunteers will guide students as they play ages 18 – 35 months, siblings welcome with each other to learn the basics of the game. Playing is how your child learns. Through different stages of play, children grow and develop skills in many EIJ464 – Story Play Time areas. Parent/Child workshop gives Wednesday, September 18, parents the opportunity to spend 10:30 – 11 a.m., Ages 3 – 5 quality time with their child with an adult, no siblings playing, exploring, and sharing We’ll explore books through music, songs and stories. movement and play!

July/August 2019 13 TEENS Program Registration You will need your library card to register for all programs. Summer program registration will be split into two sessions: July and August. Registration for July programs began June 1; registration for August programs begins July 1 (July 9 for out of district cardholders).

Teen Summer Reading Club: A Universe of Stories. If you love to read then you don’t want to miss our summer reading club for teens going into grades 7-12, plus there are prizes to be won! Registration is currently ongoing. Come in to register and receive a packet of instructions.

Young Adult Photography Contest. Submission deadline: Thursday, July 25, by 9 p.m.. Join our 11th Annual Amateur YA Photo Contest. See the Adult Reference Desk for entry form and details. For those going into grades 7-12.

Acting Workshop (EIY718) Library Lock-In (EIY773) Monday, July 8, Tuesday, Friday, July 12, 5:45-7:45 p.m., July 9, Wednesday, July 10, Entering grades 6-12, EIPL cardholders only. Monday, July 15, & Tuesday, The library will be closed to the public, but July 16, 5-6:30 p.m., open to you! Joins us after hours where we Entering grades 6-12 will enjoy games and food! Come hungry Calling all actors! Attend this dramatic workshop to learn and dress for active games! Please note: you must hand in the art of improvisation, hone your acting skills, perfect a parent or legal guardian signed permission slip for this your monologue delivery and even share your ability program at the Reference Desk. to write! This program is sponsored by the Bohlsen Family Foundation. Earth Pizza (EIY734) Monday, July 15, 7-8 p.m., Entering grades 6-12 Nailed It! (EIY733) Make the dough and create a pizza Monday, July 8, 7-8 p.m., decorated like the Earth that you will Entering grades 6-12 take home to bake. Teen chefs will work as a team and try to recreate professional dessert items. Galaxy Slime (EIY737) Will you nail it or fail it? This program is not suit- Thursday, July 18, 7-8 p.m., Entering grades 6-12 able for those with food allergies. Make your own galaxy slime creation that you will be able to take home with you!

Teen Paint Night (EIY762) Watercolor Workshop (EIY736) Wednesday, July 10 OR Thursday, Monday, July 22, 7-8:30 p.m., July 11, 7-8:30 p.m., Entering grades 6-12 Entering grades 6-12 Come to the library for a Enjoy this teen paint night by beginner watercolor class. You capturing colorful jelly fish on canvas. will learn the basic techniques to be applied to a water- This program is sponsored by the color galaxy. You will complete a project to take home. John A. Rodger, Jr. Foundation. This program is sponsored by the John A. Rodger, Jr. Foundation.

The College Application Essay - Keys to Success (EIY721) Monday, July 22, 7-8:30 p.m., Entering grades 10-12 & parents Experienced essay coach, David Gevirtz, will provide an essential starting point for any parent or student looking for information about how to tackle the college application essay. What do college admissions officers look for in an outstanding essay? How do you select an exceptional topic? How do you craft a strong personal message? You will leave with answers to all of these questions and more, including the keys to creating a remarkable essay, all materials and even a little inspiration!

14 eipl.org TEENS Optical Illusions (EIY742) Tuesday, July 23, 7-8:30 p.m., Escape the Library Entering grades 6-12 Star Wars Edition (EIY761) First learn the science behind Thursday, July 25, 7-8 p.m., optical illusions; aspects of Entering grades 6-12 design, our human optic system Find hidden objects, figure out clues and solve and the way in which our brains puzzles to earn your freedom, but hurry; you work. Then create several two and three dimen- will only have one hour so be quick! sional illusions.

The events of the day can be found on page 2. Registration, which is underway, is required for the following programs: • Stranger Things Breakfast (EIA214), 9:30-10 a.m. • Fandom Jeopardy (EIY777), 12-1:15 p.m. All ages. All ages. Must register. Start your day off like Put your fandom knowledge to the test. Eleven and enjoy some fresh Eggos. • Teen Pokémon Art (EIY770), 1-1:45 p.m. • Vintage Comic Book Makeup (EIY772), 10-11 a.m. Entering grades 7-12. Paint fan favorite Pikachu. Entering grades 7-12. Look just like a character from a vintage comic book. • Fortnite: Playground Battle Royale (EIY771), 2:15-3 p.m. OR 3:15-4 p.m. Entering grades 7-12. • Virtual Reality (EIY781), 10-12 & 1-4, Drop in, load up and be the last one standing. grades 6 - adult. Appointments may be made at the Reference Desk.

Shark Science (EIY753) Bad Art Crafternoon (EIJ473) Tuesday, July 30, 7-7:45 p.m., Friday, August 2, 3-4 p.m., Entering grades 5-8 Entering grades 6-12 Tweens will compete to make the worst piece of What creature can dive up to 7,200 feet in the ocean artwork. Register for this program starting Tuesday, and live to be 400 years old? It’s the Greenland Shark! July 16 (out of district patrons may register 8/2 if Touch a shark jaw and other ocean artifacts and create there is room). an ocean-inspired necklace or keychain with a shark DIY Garland (EIY732) tooth charm. Monday, August 5, 7-8:30 p.m., Entering grades 6-12 Using different fabrics you will create a unicorn or mermaid themed fabric garland for your bedroom. Space Science (EIY760) Thursday, August 1, 7-8 p.m., Planet Cake Pops (EIY743) Entering grades 6-12 Thursday, August 8, 7-8 p.m., Discover new interesting facts about Entering grades 6-12 the world and universe around you using a STEAM Create cake pops and decorate them to approach. represent four planets of your choice. Summer Volunteer Opportunities The library needs responsible volunteers for the summer. Registration for August volunteer opportunities is July 2-July 27. Spots are reserved for EIPL cardholders and are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Register at the Reference Desk; there is no telephone or online registration: • Those entering grades 7-12 can register to help in the Children’s Room with various programs throughout the summer. You may register for 4 4 programs for the month of August. July/August 2019 15 East Islip Public Library 381 East Main Street Nonprofit Organization East Islip, NY 11730-2896 Permit #7 (631) 581-9200 U.S. Postage e-mail: [email protected] East Islip, NY 11730 https://eipl.org

Library Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday (October.- May), 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Library Closings Independence Day, Thursday, July 4

Board of Trustees: William R. Carpluk John E. Flynn Joseph Gabriel, AIA Victor C. Gremli, Jr., D.C. ***ECRWSS*** Deborah Y. Smith, Ed. D.

POSTAL PATRON Guy Edwards, Library Director Deborah Elwarari, Assistant Director Virginia Little, Editor Library Board Meeting: Thursday, July 11, 5:30 p.m. Thursday, August 1, 5:30 p.m. Calendar of Events: Available online at eipl.org Click on Programs Library Off-Site Book Returns: For your convenience, we have two book drop units out in the community. One is on the corner of Harrison Ave., and Main St., around the corner from St. Mary’s Church and the other is on Carleton Ave., near Karp Dr. and across from Suffolk Glass.

Your New Library Trustee: We are happy to welcome Joseph Gabriel to the East Islip Public Library Board of Trustees. Mr. Gabriel, a local architect, has lived with his family in Islip Terrace for the past 42 years. He has a long history of community service, serving on the School Board, PTA, local Community Chamber, and Rotary. Thank you Joe for joining our Library Board and volunteering your time and energy to serve this great community.

A large print edition of this newsletter is available upon request at the Adult Reference desk.