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September hours We will be closed for Labor Day Celebrate library leadership at the Inspiration Gala weekend: Saturday, September 3 The Library Foundation honors Ed Adler, Amy G. Bass and Nancy Curtin at this year’s exciting event through Monday, September 5. Sun- day hours (1 to 5 p.m.) will resume Amy Bass, long-time president of on September 11. On Saturday, Sep- the Friends of the Library and tireless tember 24 we will close at 1 p.m. in library advocate, commented: “I order to prepare for the Gala. thrilled to be honored and to join with Nancy Curtin, Ed Adler and commu- Children’s Room nity members in celebrating the im- The Children’s Room is open during portance of our wonderful library to construction! It has been temporar- the cultural and intellectual life of our ily relocated to the Media Room, community.” downstairs and to the right. Selec- Nancy Curtin, Library Director tions from the media collection are since 1994 and one of only four people available upstairs. See the Kids page to hold the position, is equally excited. in this issue for more info. “I was fortunate forty-two years ago to The Port Library of and commitment to the Library. find a forward-looking public library Ride and Read Foundation’s Thirteenth Annual Their unique skills have helped to to work for and along the way to find Our summer service at the train sta- Inspiration Gala will take place at make it the essential cultural institu- amazing partners who have shared tion wraps up on Wednesday, Sep- the Library on Saturday, September tion that it is. my passion for this unique place. The tember 7. We’ll be there from 7 to 9 24 at 6:30 p.m. This year’s theme is Ed Adler, Library Foundation dedication that Ed and Amy bring in a.m. Borrow popular paperbacks— “The ABCs of Library Leadership.” founding board member and past- securing the library’s future and sup- no library card required! Come celebrate and support the Li- president, says, “The Library has porting its excellence is extraordinary. brary with food by H on the Harbor, been a very special place for me and I am proud to be honored with them.” cocktails and raffles. my family. I’m thrilled to be honored, The Library Foundation hopes Museum Pass Express The “ABCs” are our three dis- but it is particularly exciting to have that you will join them for this special Museum Pass Express service is tinguished honorees: Ed Adler, Amy Amy Bass and Nancy Curtin as co- night. For more information and to now available in the lobby. Port Bass and Nancy Curtin. Each one of honorees. Their accomplishments for purchase tickets, visit inspirationgala. cardholders get first-come, first- them has long demonstrated a love the Library are the stuff of legends!” com. served access to many popular pass- es. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Computer basics One-on-one instruction for com- Jeff Slate and Friends rock PWPL puter beginners is offered on Tues- days and Thursdays from 2 to 5 p.m. Join the crowd for a special SoundSwap show, to be broadcast live on WCWP radio Call 516-883-4400, ext. 171 to make an appointment. Jeff Slate, founder and front- man of the beloved indie act The Free legal help Badge, is currently touring with an Senator Jack Martins will sponsor all-star band that includes some of the Mobile Legal Help Center on the top musicians in New York City. Tuesday, September 13 from 10 a.m. On Monday, September 19th at 7:30 to 3 p.m. in the Library’s parking lot, p.m., Slate and his band will per- with services provided by the New form tracks from his new Se- York Legal Assistance Group. See cret Poetry, along with classic songs the calendar in this issue for details. by the Traveling Wilburys and that group’s members, Wings, John Len- non and more. The show will be Save the Date! broadcast live over WCWP Radio Support FOL at wit 88.1 FM. & whim in October Steve Holley, who played Get your holiday shopping done drums in Paul McCartney’s post- early at wit & whim! Throughout Beatles band Wings, will be in the October, Port’s unique philanthrop- band for this event. Other members ic gift shop will give one hundred include Jimmy McElligott (The Pro- percent of its profits (after expens- pellers, Tommy Ramone) on gui- es) to the Friends of the Library, tar and Rick Mullen (Commander One Tree Hill. ties between Slate and a certain classic in honor of the FOL’s 50th Anni- Cody) on bass. In 2012, Slate celebrated the re- rocker, one critic referred to it as “the versary. Your shopping will help to As a member of The Badge, lease of his first solo LP Birds of Para- best Tom Petty album since Wildflow- support key programs and services Jeff wrote songs with Simon Town- dox with a sold-out release party per- ers.” The new album is receiving an at the Library. See more details in shend and worked with Pete Town- formance at Joe’s Pub in New York equally enthusiastic reception. next month’s newsletter or online at shend. His song “Watching Rain- City. The album saw strong sales and Made possible by the Friends of pwpl.org/fol. bows” was featured on the hit show glowing reviews. Citing the similari- the Library. Aleksander Betko presents Animals

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In 2016, The Friends of the Library (FOL) is celebrating fifty years of service to the Port Washington Public Library. The year-long Golden Anniversary celebration culminates in a special festive weekend from Friday, October 21 through Sunday, October 23. Please join the FOL at these events in the Library’s Lapham Meeting Room:

Circle of Friends Book Discussion Friday, October 21 at 12:10 p.m. From September 1 through ture, both established (museums, Join us to discuss Maeve Binchy’s classic novel at this special edition of 29, the Karen and Ed Adler gallery art mentors) and the underground the Sandwiched In series. welcomes New York artist Alek- (the 1980s punk scene, street per- sander Betko. formers). Those influences linger Betko is an artist whose appeal in his work today, which revolves Silver City Bound concert is firmly rooted in the New York of around the people and places of Friday, October 21 at 7:30 p.m. decades past. Born in Poland in New York. This New York City-based Americana band, led by accordionist/key- 1976, his family fled the political Meet Betko at a reception in boardist Sam Reider and guitarist Justin Poindexter, promotes cross- unrest in that country when he was the Adler Gallery on Saturday, Sep- cultural collaboration and dialogue through American roots music. four years old, settling in Queens. tember 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. Appropriate for adults, teens and families with school-age children. Betko spent his youth im- Made possible by the PWPL Refreshments will be served. mersed in the city’s dynamic cul- Art Advisory Council. Paperback Swap Saturday, October 22 from 1 to 4 p.m. Return of the popular event with books available for all ages. Hun- dreds of patrons swap thousands of books at this community-friendly Pianist Rémi Geniet performs Bach and more gathering. On Sunday, September 25 at Distinguished Speaker Pamela Paul 3 p.m., French pianist Rémi Geniet Sunday, October 23 at 2 p.m. will perform selections from Bach, The editor of The New York Times Book Review, author, journalist, TV Prokofiev and Beethoven. commentator and Port native will be the FOL’s 50th Anniversary Dis- Geniet won the 2015 Young tinguished Speaker. Special refreshments will be served. Concert Artists International Au- ditions, where he was also awarded Since its founding in 1966, the FOL has been dedicated to strengthen- the Slomovic Prize, which provided ing the ties between our library and community, and to advancing the the major support for his Kennedy library’s mission as a center for life-long learning, information and cul- Center debut. He won First Prize ture. For more information, see pwpl.org/fol or email [email protected]. at the Prix du Piano Interlaken Classics in Bern, Switzerland, and Second Prize at the 2013 Queen Elisabeth International Piano Com- petition in Belgium, and the Vladi- mir Horowitz Interpretation Prize at the International Horowitz Com- petition in Kiev, Ukraine. Made possible by the PWPL Music Advisory Council. TechDesk Can hypnotherapy help? Join us on Thursday, Septem- • Can anyone be hypnotized? ber 15 at 7:30 p.m. for a talk on hyp- • What conditions can it help? notherapy with Dr. William Reszel- Dr. Reszelbach is a certified Learn to use the Library’s online resources and bach. hypnotist, and a graduate of CUNY, get tips on how to make the most of your Dr. Reszelbach will speak the New York Chiropractic College gadgets. about the practice and therapeutic and the New York School of Hyp- No registration needed, just stop by the uses of hypnosis, and its effects on notherapy. Reference Desk in the South Wing. the mind and body. He will answer He is a former teacher and common questions about this fasci- chiropractor who now practices Don’t forget to bring your passwords. nating treatment: privately in Upper Brookville. Every Wednesday from 2 to 4 p.m. • What is hypnosis? Made possible by the PWPL • What is it not? Health Advisory Council. Michael Gross brings the great e fashion photographers into focus Stream and download, all for free! On Tuesday, September 27 at 7:30 p.m., meet the charismatic, bestselling author of Model and e-Books. e-Audiobooks. House of Outrageous Fortune. In his new book Focus: The Secret, Sexy, Sometimes Sordid World of Fash- OverDrive. ion Photographers, Michael Gross Download the free OverDrive app for access on your brings to life the wild genius, ego, phone or tablet, or visit nassau.lib.overdrive.com passion and antics of the men and on a desktop computer or laptop. women behind the camera. From the post-war covers of Vogue to the triumph of the digital Movies. TV. On your TV. image, the fashion photographer sold not only clothes but ideals of beauty and visions of perfect Roku. lives. Tracing the highs and lows Grab one at the Information Desk to use at home of fashion photography from the with your HDMI-capable TV. Visit pwpl.org/roku for late 1940s to today, Gross vividly instructions and a list of current of titles. chronicles the fierce rivalries be- tween photographers, fashion edi- tors, and publishers. 1947 to 1997. Not a pretty picture Music. Movies. Comics. “A gossipy exposé... of the of sex, drugs, beautiful women, and talented, arrogant, philandering, raw ambition.”—Kirkus. combative, self-aggrandizing pho- Books will be available for hoopla. tographers whose work appeared purchase and signing. Refresh- Download the free hoopla app for access on your in, and defined, such iconic fash- ments will be served. phone or tablet, or visit hoopladigital.com on a ion magazines as Harper’s Bazaar, Made possible by the Friends desktop computer or laptop. Vogue, Glamour, and Elle from of the Library.

“Hey, Hey So They’re 50!” The PWPL Career and Personal Finance Center presents Celebrating JOB SEARCH BOOT CAMP An intensive 8-week workshop designed to help you obtain employment through networking. Tuesdays, October 11, 18 and 25 & November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Registration begins Tuesday, September 20 at 9 a.m. Call 516-883-4400, ext. 136 or stop by the Information Desk. Join host Tony Traguardo on band. In 1967, after winning con- Monday, September 12 at 7:30 p.m. trol of their music, they managed for a multimedia SoundSwap event to outsell both and celebrating the fiftieth anniversary The Rolling Stones. of . Following the cancellation It was fifty years ago, on Sep- of their TV show, The Monkees tember 12, 1966, that “four in- would go on to perform hundreds sane boys” were brought together of concerts, star in the cutting- by producers Bert edge cult film Head (co-written Schneider and Bob Rafelson to by !), and to record form the fictional musical group music for many years in various The Monkees. Their idea? To fea- combinations. ture a group in a weekly TV show This year, the group’s three that would cash in on the popularity surviving members released the of The Beatles’ A Hard Day’s Night. reunion album Good Times!, their The studio would supply music by first studio effort in twenty years. some of the country’s best writers, The album hit the U.S. Top 20, and The Monkees would supply the marking yet another renaissance zany antics. for the group. Learn to conduct an effective job search, use social media, develop Those hit records, beginning So come and “listen to the objectives and time management skills, form a personal brand and elevator with “Last Train to Clarksville,” band” that continues to delight pitch, create a resume and cover letter, and build a network. began to fly even before the group audiences after fifty years, with an made their TV debut. They became evening of TV highlights, rare film Presented by Maria Themistocleous-Frey, president and founder of Executive a sensation in the TV ratings and on clips and live musical performanc- Consultants of New York, a business that specializes in career coaching and the music charts. But in the 1960s, es by some of the Library’s Hoo- professional development. even boy bands rebelled, and the tenanny regulars, as we celebrate group wrested control from the pro- Micky, Davy, Michael and Peter... Funded by a special New York state legislative grant received by ducers and became a full-fledged The Monkees! Assemblywoman Michelle Schimel. Look to the stars ESOL Program celebrates Stargazing in Port is about to get a lot easier! PWPL has purchased its students and tutors two telescopes for you to borrow and use at home. Each telescope comes with an instruction manual and a star map. They’ll be available in early September—watch our Facebook page for an announcement of the exact date!

A few guidelines for checking one out:

• Telescopes are first-come, first-served—ask for one at the Circulation Desk in the lobby. • A valid PWPL card and a current photo ID must be presented at check- out. • Borrowers must be in good standing, with a current address on file. • Borrowers must be 18 years old or older. • The telescope may be borrowed for seven days. On June 22, over 150 students and tutors celebrated another suc- • The telescope must be returned cessful year of English instruction at the ESOL Certificate Ceremony directly to a staff member at the and Party. Volunteer tutors were recognized for their dedication and Circulation Desk. It may not be enthusiasm for teaching English. Students earning 25 hours or more of returned in the drop box. English study received certificates for their hard work throughout the year. Festivities included the celebration of the 90th birthday of ESOL Made possible by the Friends of the Library. tutor Barbara Kaim. Thanks to all of our great tutors and congratula- tions to our students for a productive and and exciting year!

Pictured left to right, ESOL volunteers are: First row: Helen Donenfeld, Bill Grossman, Elisha Huang, Peter Ben- gelsdorf, Patti Paris, Judy Douenias (Spanish Tutor) Middle row: Phyllis Sickerman, Ted Goldsmith, Barbara Sonnenfeldt, Marlene Nogueira, Linda Propper, Barbara Kaim, Yeskika Muñoz, ESOL Asst. Coordinator Haydee Buitron, Maryanne Nawojchik, Rachel Bialer, Javiera Arenas, ESOL Asst. Coordinator Paola Diaz, Schreiber intern Nuran Mirdha Last Row: Maria Scotti, Jude Maher, Jane Thomas, Robert Soloff

Talkin’ about Harry Nilsson Forming a search party! Join Tony Traguardo on ternational chart-topper. Wednesday, September 28 at 7:30 Nilsson rarely performed p.m. for “!,” a live, creating a mystique that still multimedia SoundSwap presenta- surrounds him. He was beloved tion celebrating the life and work of by critics and fellow musicians, singer/songwriter Harry Nilsson. but was often misunderstood by a In 1969, Harry Nilsson’s per- public that found his genre-hop- formance of ’s “Every- ping difficult to pigeon- body’s Talkin’” was used as the hole. theme of and put In 2006, Nilsson’s life and the singer’s three-and-half octave career were explored in documen- vocal range in the U.S. Top 10. tarian John Schienfeld’s film Who With the Beatles as his biggest Is Harry Nilsson?. fans, his career skyrocketed. His be- The presentation will feature loved animated 1971 fable The Point unique clips and rarely seen foot- yielded the Top 40 single “Me and age of one of rock’s most gifted vo- My Arrow,” and his cover of Badfin- calists and fascinating characters, Have you ever had this simul- finding accurate information about ger’s “Without You” became an in- the one and only Harry Nilsson. taneously inspiring and frustrating the specific question or topic that thought? “ the answer to my concerns you continues to become question is out there... but how do more and more difficult. A targeted I find it?” search is the best weapon to help On Wednesday, September 7 you to “separate the wheat from the at 2 p.m., Tony Traguardo will help chaff” in this growing mountain of you find the answers—or items— online information. that you’re looking for in the library Tony’s tips will help you find catalog, in popular online stores, the answers to simple questions and and in some of the most-used on- calculations, and to discover some line search engines. of the great online tutorials and There is plenty of informa- information resources available on tion out there on the Internet, but the Internet. See event listings for registration requirements. Priority for all events is given to Port Washington residents.

PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATION POLICY The Children's Room is open! Due to high demand and limited space, we ask that you arrive at least 5 minutes before the event for which you are registered to claim your spot. If you have not arrived 5 minutes before the event, we may transfer your spot to someone on The Children’s Room is now in its temporary the waiting list. home, right down the hall from our usual location. We’ll be here for the duration of the Children’s Library construction project.

When you get to the bottom of the stairs or Early Childhood step out of the elevator, just make a right instead of a left. It’s the room that usually Register online at pwpl.org/childrensroom/early-childhood-programs houses our media (DVD and CD) collections, or in the Children’s Room. which are moving upstairs.

Sing and Swing Story Time We anticipate that construction will take Fridays, September 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 10:30 a.m. about nine months. When it’s done we’ll Join Miss Lesley for a program filled with interactive stories, fun and easy move back down the hall, into the brand- action rhymes and songs. The early literacy practices featured each week new Jackie and Hal Spielman Children’s help build the foundation for a lifelong love of learning. For children ages Library! 18 to 30 months with an adult. No registration required.

Ready Set Story Time Mondays, September 12, 19 and 26 at 10:30 a.m. Join Miss Susie for stories, songs, fingerplays and movement rhymes. Experience early literacy practices in action, and discover great books and music. For children of all ages with an adult. No registration required. Creative Readers

Preschool Story Time: Session I Children in kindergarten through grade 5 will use drama, games, art, movement and music to get hooked on reading. First session dates Tuesdays, October 4, 11, 18 and 25 and November 1 and 8 at 10:30 a.m. are October 15, 22 and 29 and November 5, 12 and 19. Facilitated by You and your child will enjoy great stories, songs and fingerplays, while 1/2 program director Elise May and presented by Port SEPTA and the Port your child develops essential early literacy skills. For children 2 to 5 Washington Public Library. For registration information please email cre- years with an adult. Registration begins September 20. [email protected]. 1-2-3 Play with Me Wednesdays, October 5, 12, 19 and 26 and November 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Spend time with your child and Parent-Child Home Program meet new people in an educational and creative environment. Each Congratulations to our most recent week a different professional will graduates! PWPL’s Parent-Child Home be on hand to discuss behavior, Program had a wonderful year with six dental hygiene, movement, speech, children graduating. language and hearing. For children ages 18 to 36 months with an adult. The PCHP is an innovative home-based Registration begins September 20. literacy, school readiness and parent- ing program serving families of diverse Baby Rhyme Time: Session I populations and preparing children Thursdays, October 6, 13, 20 and 27 and November 3 at 10:30 a.m. for academic success. PCHP believes Join us for a lapsit program filled with songs, music, puppetry and bounc- that children learn best through play ing rhymes. We share board books to introduce babies to the magic of and that learning can be fun. reading. This program emphasizes early literacy skills and is a great way to meet other new parents. For children ages birth to 17 months with Sponsored by the Port Washington Li- an adult. Registration begins September 22. brary Foundation.

School-Age Kids Your library card gets you live Register online at pwpl.org/childrensroom/school-age-programs or in homework help from tutor.com the Children’s Room. tutor.com is a free service that gives real-time contact with an online tu- Third and Fourth Grade Book Discussion tor. Available in English and Spanish, it’s designed for grades K through 12, college prep and adult learners. You can access the link at pwpl.org. Thursday, October 20 from 4 to 4:45 p.m. There are also Android and iOS apps. You’ll need your PWPL card to log Registration begins October 4. Books available at time of registration. on. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Fifth and Sixth Grade Book Discussion Tuesday, October 29 from 7:15 to 8:15 p.m. Registration begins October 4. Books available at time of registration. TeenSpace from ofgruesome experiments. becoming thesubject prevent children andotherkidnapped herbestfriend Accompanied by herdaemon,Lyra Belacqua setsoutto The GoldenCompass by PhilipPullman and vast contradictions between publicandprivate life. growing plaguedby politicalupheaval upinacountry The great-granddaughter ofIran’s lastemperor describes Persepolis by Satrapi Marjane out andhate crimes. dealwithrelationships, whiletheirfriends kissing coming to setaGuinness 17-year-olds whotry World Record for andCraig, two ofHarry story The based-on-true-events Two Boys Kissingby David Levithan slums. northern An African-American woman andheradolescence recalls in theanguishofherchildhoodinArkansas I Know Why theCaged by Bird Sings Maya Angelou Kuklin. withsixtransgender orgender-neutral youngInterviews adultsby authorandphotographer Susan Beyond Magenta: Transgender Teens by Out SusanKuklin Speak An annualcelebration ofthefreedom to read. Here are afew ofourfavorite challengedtitles: Books Banned Week: 1 25through September October Published by the PORT WASHINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY One Library Drive Port Washington, NY 11050-2794

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