BOOKINGS August 2019 Behind the Archives: Thank You, PWPL Presents the Pete Fornatale Collection Lee Aitken! Friday, August 23 at 7 P.M
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YOUR MONTHLY GUIDE TO PORT’S LIBRARY BOOKINGS August 2019 Behind the Archives: Thank you, PWPL presents the Pete Fornatale Collection Lee Aitken! Friday, August 23 at 7 p.m. On Friday, August 23, on the anniversary of look at the decade-spanning visual collection. his birthday, the Library will launch the Pete Tony Traguardo, a longtime collaborator Fornatale Local History Archive Collection of Mr. Fornatale’s, will discuss the unique with a program titled Behind the Archives. audio and video collections. Additional Event highlights will include a musical tributes will be followed by a unique musical performance by Aztec Two-Step, one of performance and video shoot featuring the Pete’s favorite musical acts. new incarnation of Aztec Two-Step. For nearly five decades the voice of award- Aztec co-founder Rex Fowler said, ‘Pete winning broadcaster, author, music historian was the first DJ to play Aztec’s music on and humanitarian Pete Fornatale resonated New York radio, and we’re delighted to be across New York’s radio airwaves. Port recording this important event here in his Washington’s hometown hero played an hometown, and to have his, and our, local Lee holding a framed photograph of Henry Remsen Tibbits from the Library’s Archival Collection. important role during the fans as part of the show.’ progressive rock era of FM On display during the event will be artifacts Robert Lee Aitken, a ninth-generation broadcasting. Fornatale was from the Pete Fornatale Collection including Port Washington resident, has been a best known for his soul- photographs, hand-written documents and practicing attorney in PW since 1978 searching interviews, with other ephemera. Plans to create an in-house and is an active community volunteer. PAID greats like Elton John, Brian listening station where patrons will be able to Lee had been a member of the Port Flushing, NY U.S. Postage Permit No.1828 Wilson and Paul Simon, and for listen to recordings of Fornatale’s radio inter- Washington Public Library Board Non-Profit Organization his beloved program “Mixed views are also in the works. Stay tuned! of Trustees since 1995 and served Bag,” which blended rock and as president for ten years. His most folk music of singer-songwriters recent Board position was that of Vice into a central theme. President, and he is stepping down from the Board to enjoy other pursuits. Archivist Vanessa Nastro will discuss the genesis and PWPL is very appreciative of Lee’s development of the project and service and the many accomplishments will offer a behind-the-scenes achieved during his tenure. QUICK READS Summer Sundays Discount Tickets to Splish Splash Water Park The Library is closed on Sundays through Labor Day weekend. The Library is now selling POSTAL CUSTOMER POSTAL 11050 NY Port Washington, discounted tickets to Splish Splash PWPL at the LIRR Ride and Read returns! Visit us at the train station on Wednesdays Water Park in Riverhead. from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. through September 25. Grab a book for the General admission (48" and taller) train – no card needed! $37.00, Junior (under 48”) and Seniors (60+ yrs.) $30.00. Homebound Delivery If you or a loved one is unable to visit the Library, we’ll arrange for Regular prices are: General admission (48” and taller) $45.99; free delivery of books and other materials. Contact Reno Bracchi Junior (under 48”) $35.99; Seniors (60+ yrs.) $35.99. at 516-883-4400 ext. 1407 or [email protected] Children 2 and under are free. Tickets are good until September 2, 2019. Cash, Check (payable to Save the Date: Sunday, September 8 at 3 p.m. Port Washington Public Library) or Credit Card is needed at the time Jeff Harnar sings TOO MARVELOUS FOR WORDS: A 1930’s of purchase. Tickets are nonrefundable and may be purchased at the Songbook. This cabaret program is sponsored by the Friends of the Circulation Desk. For Port Washington residents only. Port Washington Public Library Public Washington Port One Library Drive 11050-2794 NY Washington, Port Library in memory of Bob Drew. On the Move… PWPL has been out & about town at many events these last months. We also had the 3D printer and a button making machine at the event. We had a great time at PortFest! We spoke with so many people, Harborfest was also a great day, and PWPL made a lot of great including several young families who are new to Port Washington. connections. PWPL’s Melanie Davidoff recently spent an afternoon Others just stopped by to tell us how much they enjoy the Library, and at The Amsterdam at Harborside teaching residents about the uses of in many instances to say hi to staff. We brought a lot of information to Virtual Reality, and allowing several residents enjoy a VR experience. the event, including newsletters, programming flyers, and bookmarks that contained information about the wonderful apps that you can These events were a lot of fun for the staff! Now it’s summer and access with your library card. you can find us on Wednesday mornings at the Long Island Railroad station through September 25, or grab a book at the Manorhaven The children’s librarians brought sand and magnetic blocks, which Pool. were a big hit for the young children who visited our booth. Teen volunteer Lily Labella was there to promote TeenSpace’s online literary We love spending some time outside the Library and providing as magazine, Inspired Ink, and she was wonderful at working with the many ways as possible to share good things to read and learn! children and promoting the publications to teens. Save the Date: Jane Green, author of “The Friends We Keep” Welcome back to Thursday, September 19 at 7 p.m. ✂ We miss you. Let’s forget late fees! For the entire month of August, clip this coupon out of the newsletter, come into the library and visit the Circulation desk. All fees will be removed from your account! (This does not include inter-loan items Jane Green is the author of seventeen New York Times bestsellers, and that do not belong to PWPL). People magazine has called her “the queen of beach books.” Join us when Jane Green visits PWPL to discuss her new book The Friends We Keep, an Any questions? Call 516-883-4400 unforgettable novel about friendship, betrayal, and the joy of forgiveness. or ask at the Circulation Desk. Dolphin Bookshop will sell books at the event. Moon Toons: Space Travel and the Beginning Guitar Lessons* Moon in Animation with PWPL’s Reno Bracchi! Wednesday, August 28 at 7:15 p.m. Mondays, 9/9; 9/16; 9/23 7:15 – 8:15 PM *Registration begins Wednesday, August 14 Many years before man traveled into space in a rocket ship, we continually visited the Moon and beyond in our collective imagination, and nowhere was that better reflected than on movie and televisions screens. But perhaps the most fun view of space and the Learn beginner-level acoustic guitar! NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! creatures who potentially dwell A free series of three one-hour classes. You’ll learn: well-known there could … and still can songs; easy, straightforward guitar methods (none of which require … be found in cartoons. Tony you to read traditional music notes!); songs played one note at a Traguardo hosts a program of time and others with full chord sequences, To participate, you must: short films featuring talented be a Port Washington resident; bring your own acoustic guitar (no ‘actors’ like Bugs Bunny, Marvin electric guitars and/or amplifiers allowed), be fourteen or older, and the Martian, Gazoo, and, of course, register for all three classes (since each lesson will pick up where Grommit, who will take you to the the previous one left off). Only ten students are allowed for the stars during a highly animated entire series of classes, so try to sign up on the day that registration evening of cartoon comedy. opens! Sandwiched In: Around the World CENSUS 2020 JOB FAIR with Ronald Brown: Goa, India Wednesday, August 21 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Friday, August 23 at 12:15 p.m.* The Library’s Career & Personal Finance Center and the U.S. Census Bureau will host a hiring job fair on Wednesday, August 21, to recruit workers for the 2020 census. Positions available include census takers, recruiting assistants, and office and supervisory staff. To be eligible, residents must be at least 18 years old, have a valid Social Security number, and be a U.S. citizen. The jobs offer flexible hours and competitive pay rates Goa, India: The city where all gods are welcome in the range of $20 per hour. The people of the Indian city of Goa have been a part of a Representatives from the New York Regional Census Center (Field succession of cultures, civilizations, states and empires. Located Division/Long Island) will be on site to discuss the hiring process on the east coast of India the city has been part of Asian, African, and answer questions. Library staff will be available to assist with Middle Eastern, and European civilizations. Today it is the smallest the online application process. state in India, but it has played a major role in world history. The The fair will take place in the Lapham Meeting Room from 11 gods of Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Islam and Christianity are a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration is encouraged, but not mandatory for still venerated in this city of barely a million and a half. Dr. Ronald participation.