The FOR ADULTS FOR ADULTS FOR FAMILIES The Northport-East Northport Pub- FOR CHILDREN lic Library and the Northport-East Bookmark Spot Northport School District contin- Stop by the Library Elder Law Update Computer Princely Pieces with ue to partner in an exciting ef- Saturday Family Concert and pick up September’s The Life & Works of fort to provide programs and Open for Discussion: (N) Monday, September 18, 1:00 p.m. Kindergarten Jeffrey Sanzel (N) Saturday, September 16, bookmark by Julia Eicher. Fireside Friday George Roach of the Legal Aid Society will provide Saint-Exupéry with resources to the community. Parent/Child 11:00 a.m. & 12 noon A reading list, compiled by (N) Friday, October 6, 7:30 p.m. you with up-to-date information on estate planning, for Adults Parent Center programs, Book Discussion Join Dara Linthwaite for a musical our Children’s Librarians, is Yvette O’Brien “Anything essential is invisible to the eyes — it is on the back. durable wills, powers of attorney, living wills, health (EN) Monday, September 25, which begin this month, offer informative work- (EN) Wednesday, October 11, program for children up to 36 months (EN) Wednesday, September 27, 7:30 p.m. only with his heart that one sees rightly.” Bill Lauter, Folk Singer care proxies, and long-term care options. Your ques- 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon shops and support groups. An extensive collection 7:30 p.m. Grades 4-6 with parent/caregiver and siblings. Throughout her professional career Meet the aviator, the rose, the fox, and, of course, (EN) Friday, September 22, 7:30 p.m. tions are welcome. Register September 9 at East North- of books, on a wide variety of parenting topics, Children and their parents can Register at Northport on September 9. Join folksinger Bill Lauter for an evening of port Library. Yvette Cariou O’Brien’s love of the French the little prince as actor Jeffrey Sanzel reads excerpts are available through the Parent Center. These participate in our tribute to Antoine language and culture has energized her from The Little Prince. Mr. Sanzel, director of Theatre print resources are maintained at the Northport traditional and popular folk music including 9:00 p.m. (N) Monday, September 25, 7:00- de Saint-Exupéry’s well-loved fable Literacy Volunteers of America work. Guest curator for the Northport Historical Three in Port Jefferson, brings to life this memorable Library and are added to on a continuous basis in gospel, blues, Celtic, contemporary, and even Register September 2 at Northport Library. through a lively discussion. Each Story Parade Society’s Saint-Exupéry Exhibit and cultural tale beloved by children and grown-ups! Free tickets collaboration with the School District. some calypso tunes. Lauter, well known in folk Tutor Training Workshop This user-friendly workshop for first-time computer family will receive their own copy of (EN) Mondays, September 18, 25, liaison with Espace Saint-Exupéry (Saint-Exupéry are available September 23 at both libraries. Parent Center programs are free and all music venues all over Long Island, has performed (N) Tuesdays & Thursdays: users covers the basics in a way that even the most The Little Prince. Please register at October 2 & 16, 4:00 p.m. or Foundation), Mrs. O’Brien will share the experienc- district residents and library card holders are in regional festivals such as the Clearwater Folk October 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24 & November 14, inexperienced user will understand. Topics will include the East Northport Library begin- Mondays, October 23, 30, Nov. 6 & 13, es she had researching the author’s remarkable life. welcome. Registration for these programs takes Festival, the Huntington Folk Festival, and the 6:00-9:00 p.m. using the mouse and the Windows desktop, opening ning September 11. 4:00 p.m. Mrs. O’Brien, who was born in Paris and educated place at the library approximately two weeks in Northport Park Summer Festival. His CD record- Literacy Volunteers of America—Suffolk County, programs, and saving a file. There is a $5 materials fee, Register September 11 at East Northport. in France and the U.S., has resided in Northport for FOR YOUNG ADULTS advance of each program. ing, Bright New Day, was released this year. All are Inc. is conducting an eight-session training course payable at registration. Class size is limited. (N) Wednesdays, September 20, 27, welcome. for those interested in becoming ESOL (English for thirty years. Her deep interest in Saint-Exupéry’s Pajama Storytime October 4 & 11, 4:00 p.m. or philosophy and writings inspired her to connect Speakers of Other Languages) tutors. LVA tutors work (EN) Tuesday, September 12, 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays, October 25, Nov. 1, 8 & 15, Digital Photography with his family in France and begin the research PSAT Preparation Workshop STEP (Systemic Training for each week with adults in our community who desire to (EN) Tuesday, October 2, 7:30 p.m. (N) Friday, September 22, 7:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. which has resulted in Northport’s centenary cel- (EN) Thursdays, September 14, 21, 28 & October 5, Effective Parenting) learn to read, write, and speak English. To register for Thinking of buying a digital camera? Computer in- 6:15-9:00 p.m. Children, ages 3 and up, may wear Register September 13 at Northport. 55/Alive Driver Program ebration. All are welcome. (EN) Tuesdays, September 12, 19, 26, this training workshop, or for more information about structor Colleen Lussier will explore the features It’s time to get ready for Saturday, October 14 . . . their PJs to this 30-minute parent/child A story and craft program for children (N) Thursday, September 21, 9:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. October 3, 10, 17 & 24, 7:00-8:30 p.m. the LVA program, please call 547-6731. and capabilities of a variety of digital cameras. She PSAT day! Experienced PSAT instructors for the math storytime. No registration required. in grades K-5 Register September 8 at the Northport Library. The Little Prince Elementary counselor Mary Ann Quince and Julia Eicher will also demonstrate the basics of transferring and ma- and verbal sections will help you master the content of Lisa Quartararo, school district psychologist, will (EN) Wednesdays, September 20 & 27, 7:00-11:00 p.m. nipulating an image. Please register by calling Adult Book Talk this important test, as well as offer you the strategies Register September 2 at the East Northport Library. College Financial (N) Sunday, September 24, 2:00 p.m. provide this seven-session workshop which helps the East Northport Library at 261-2313. you need to do your best. Aid Planning Fly off to the Sahara and meet the little prince! the elementary school parent learn to build rela- AARP’s Mature Driver Program is open to library This ten-hour course is designed to familiarize you Preschoolers’ Door To Learning Registration (N) Tuesday, September 26, 7:30 p.m. Copilots and reference librarians Dodie Gillman tionships based on understanding, cooperation, card holders who are 50 years of age or older. There is Senior Advocate with the test format and types of questions and to pro- Attention parents of high school juniors! and Michelle Epstein will be your guides. Read communication, and respect. Register at the East A registration for all fall sessions of Preschoolers’ Door To Learning will be held on Saturday, a $10 fee payable to AARP by check or money order (EN) Friday, September 8, 1:00-3:00 p.m. vide practice test simulations. Please bring a calculator Find out more about college financial aid before you Joan Haugen of the Suffolk County Office for the Ag- The Little Prince and then discuss the book and its Northport Library beginning September 5. September 9, 9:00 a.m. in the Community Room of the Northport Library. A program schedule is only. Please bring your library card to registration. and some sharpened pencils to the first session. visit campuses next summer. Certified financial plan- ing will provide advice and referrals to seniors. Services creator, Saint-Exupéry. Books are available at the Registration begins Saturday, September 2, at the Dealing with Anger: available in both libraries. ner Ronald McGarvey will discuss the financial aid include counseling for benefits, home care, legal aid, ID Northport Library Circulation Desk. East Northport Library. The $50 fee includes the course Theirs and Ours New Mothers Discussion Group Parent/Child Discovery Time Health Insurance application process, the timetable for application, cards, and more. No appointment necessary. book. Payment is by check or money order only, payable (N) Thursday, September 28, 7:30-8:30 p.m. For first-time mothers and babies, birth to 12 months For children 2 years old with parent/caregiver how to calculate your eligibility, pitfalls to avoid, and Information, Counseling & As- to the Northport-East Northport Public Library. Beth Theofield, elementary counselor, and This program is designed to give new moms sup- Children who have participated in the Parent/ more. Your questions are welcome. sistance Christie Moser, certified school psychologist, will port and confidence while introducing library services. Child Workshop will enjoy this follow-up program. (EN) Friday, September 1, 9:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Book-A-Trip Book-A-Trip The Little Prince’s Universe discuss concrete strategies to help your elemen-

(N) Thursday, September 14, 1:00-4:00 p.m. Defensive Driving to to tary school child handle anger. Please register at Tales for Two (EN) Mondays, September 18 & 25, 7:00-10:00 p.m. Take-Home Craft 1 1 HIICAP-trained counselors answer questions Historic Morristown, NJ Bucks County, PA the Northport Library beginning September 14. For children 2 /2 -3 /2 years with a parent/caregiver Fee: $30 Pick up a take-home craft of a spiral-shaped mobile Laptime about Medicare, supplementary insurance, and HMOs You and your toddler will join in the fun as we Applications for this six-hour course may be picked Tuesday, September 26, 2000 Tuesday, October 24, 2000 with characters from The Little Prince. Craft packets are For children 12-18 months with parent/caregiver designed for Medicare recipients. Call 261-6930 (North- Homework Without Tears sing, learn fingerplays, and share books and rhymes. up at either Library beginning September 1. available at the Reference Desk in each library building. You and your child will join in the fun as we sing, port) or 261-2313 (East Northport) to make an appoint- Departure: 8:30 a.m. from the Laurel Ave. School Departure: 8:00 a.m. from the Laurel Ave. School (N) Wednesday, October 4, 7:30-8:30 p.m. learn fingerplays, and share poems and rhymes. For 3-year-olds ment. parking lot (across from Northport Library) parking lot (across from Northport Library) This workshop will assist you in developing On My Own Gallery Talk with Return: 6:00 p.m. Return: 6:30 p.m. The Little Prince the self-assurance and strategies you will need This is your child’s first independent storytime Cost: $59 per person (checks only; payable to Cost: $55 per person (checks only; payable to Has Landed Here! to create a positive, unstressful learning environ- My First Storytime experience. Secrets to Selling CONCERNED Stan Kaplan Northport-East Northport Public Library; Northport-East Northport Public Library; ment in your home. Please register at the North- CONSUMER (N) Saturday, September 23, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. For children ages 18-24 months with parent/caregiver (N) Thursday, September 14, 7:30 p.m. non-refundable) port Library beginning September 20. Fours and More Your House On non-refundable) Join the festivities for The Little Prince by Antoine Simple stories are introduced in this circle experi- “Recently I read letters I’d written to my family Itinerary: Enjoy a scenic visit to beautiful Bucks For 4-year-olds who are not yet in Kindergarten Your Own Itinerary: Acorn Hill, a Victorian Italianate house de Saint-Exupéry by decorating a princely plaque with ence featuring board books, fingerplays, and rhymes. when I was in the U.S. Army from 1944 to 1946. Read- County where we will first visit the James Parenting Your Teen The oldest preschool child will enjoy more ad- (EN) Wednesday, September 13, 7:30 p.m. with restored 19th century gardens, will be our first some of the book’s beautiful quotations, such as “You ing between the lines, I visualized all the events Michener Art Museum. Luncheon at the (N) Thursdays, October 12 & 19, 7:30-8:30 p.m. vanced stories. Thinking of selling your house on your own? stop as we visit historic Morristown. Next we visit know, when you’re feeling very sad, sunsets are wonder- I was incapable of writing. My recollections of what I Plumsteadville Inn will be followed by a tour of This two-session workshop will be facilitated Parent/Child Workshop Learn to maximize your sale price, attract more quali- the Macculloch Hall Historical Museum, a restored ful.” College art student Allison Limbacher will help saw of the war are vivid.” Thus begins the prologue to Fonthill Castle. This forty-four-room castle, built by Tom Fazio and Paige Mack, student assistant For children 2 years old with parent/caregiver Songs & Stories fied buyers, guard against misrepresentation, negoti- 1810 house known for its 18th and 19th century you create and personalize your own plaque. Register at artist Stan Kaplan’s book, Images Between the Lines, by Henry Mercer, houses his vast collection of counselors. It will focus on adolescent development Play together, create a craft, and become familiar Children birth to 36 months with parent/caregiver ate the sale, and more. Michael Azzato of Century collection of decorative arts. Luncheon at Larison’s either library beginning September 2. and his collection of 15 linocut prints. and communication skills. Conflict management with library resources in an educational and creative and siblings 21 Family Realty will moderate this informative Turkey Farm will be followed by time for browsing prints and decorative art objects. End the day Mr. Kaplan will speak about how he has visually with a visit to the Moravian Pottery & Tile Works. and developmental issues will be stressed through- environment. Your child may participate one time in Families will enjoy thematic musical programs discussion which will also feature a mortgage broker, Morristown’s fine craft and antique shops. Attention Star Readers, you can now pick up expressed with gouge, linoleum, ink, and paper his Ticket sale: Saturday, September 23, 10:30 a.m. out. Please register at the Northport Library begin- this series. presenting songs and fingerplays. an attorney, and a certified public accountant. All are Ticket sale: Saturday, September 2, 10:30 a.m. your summer reading club picture and magnetic wartime experiences. All are welcome. at Northport Library ning September 28. welcome. at Northport Library frame. Please ask for it at the Reference Desk. - 2 - - 3 - - 4 - - 5 - Join us in celebrating A Toast to September 2000 • Northport-East Northport Public Library • September 2000 Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, THE The Little Prince for Children and Sun. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday author of The Little Prince Grown-ups! Registration begins at “Transport of the mails, transport again during World War II; pio- 1 2 East Northport for 55/Alive of the human voice, transport of flick- neering airmail service in Toast the centenary of Saint-Exupéry on 9/20 & 9/27 September is Library Registration begins at Northport for ering pictures — in this century, as France, Africa, and with one of our Little Prince beverages. Try a Little Applications available evening Computer Kindergarten in others, our highest accom- South America; and Prince Latte, a Foxy Fizz, a Sahara Snake Smoothie, Card Sign-up Month! for Defensive Driving on for Adults on 9/25 LIBRARY plishments still have the writing two novels, 9/18 & 9/25 an Aviator’s Amaretto, a Planetary Orbit, or Le Tickets go on sale at 10:30 am at single aim several collections of essays Petit Praline Cafe Au Lait. Bring this coupon with Northport Library for Book-A-Trip to *HIICAP Historic Morristown on 9/26 of bringing men together,” and letters, and The Little Prince. you for 10% off a Little Prince beverage and a raffle (EN) 9:15 am-12:15 pm Registration begins at East Northport said Antoine de Saint- Saint-Exupéry was reported missing in September 2000 by appt. ticket for a Little Prince doll. for PSAT Preparation Workshop Exupéry, French aviator, author, and visionary. action, Available September 1 through October 15. Registration begins for (YA) The Little This year is the centenary of Saint-Exupéry’s July 31, 1944. It is believed that he was shot down Knitters’ Circle (N) 7 pm Prince Has Landed Here! on 9/23 birth and there have been many celebrations both in during a reconnaissance flight over southern France. Registration begins at 9 am at North- France and the United States, including one at the Saint-Exupéry has been honored for his many en- 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 port Library for Preschoolers’ Door to Learning fall sessions Northport Historical Society and Museum (Sept. 10- deavors. He won the French Prix Femina, 1931 for Vol Registration begins at Registration begins at Northport for Nov. 9, 2000). The Library and the Historical Society de Nuit (Night Flight); the French Legion of Honor Blood Pressure Check Northport for 55/Alive Saturday Family Concert on 9/16 celebrate Saint-Exupéry especially because he wrote Award, 1929 for peaceful negotiations with Spaniards Friday Labor Day — Mature Driver Program Library Registration begins at East (N) 9:30-10:30 am Registration begins at East Northport his famous story, The Little Prince, on Eaton’s Neck. and Moors in Morocco; the Grand Prix from the Acad- Library Closed Northport for STEP Parent Cen- on 9/21 Movies Closed (EN) 11 am-12 noon for morning Computer Kindergarten The Little Prince was written during the fall and emie Francaise, 1939 for Terre des Hommes (Wind, Anna and the King ter Programs for Adults on 9/25 Senior Advocate winter of 1942 in the twenty-two-room Bevin House Sand, and Stars) and previous writings; the French (N) Friday, September 15, 2:00 p.m. (EN) 1-3 pm Friends of the built by industrialist Cornelius DeLamater. Saint- Croix de Guerre for courage on reconnaissance flights, The true story of a woman who challenged the Library Used Netwalk Internet User Group Book Sale (EN) Exupéry’s wife, Consuelo, found this lovely white 1940; and the French Prix de Ambassadeurs, 1948 for heart of a king and inspired the destiny of a nation. (N) 7:30 pm Knitters’ Circle (EN) 7 pm 11 am-3 pm mansion overlooking Duck Island Harbor. She re- Citadelle (Wisdom of the Sands). Stars Jodie Foster. Rated PG-13. 147 min. counts that they called it “la maison du Petit Prince” It is mainly for his writings that Saint-Exupéry 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Great Cow (the house of the Little Prince). is remembered. These are imbued with his love of The Story of Us Harbor Registration begins at North- Speaking with his English tutor, Northport flight, the desert, and open skies. Like the pilot in (N) Friday, September 29, 2:00 p.m. Registration begins at 10K Run — port Library for Dealing with High School teacher Adele Breaux, Saint-Exupéry The Little Prince, Saint-Exupéry also crashed in the Bruce Willis and Michelle Pfeiffer star in this East Northport Library for Northport & Anger on 9/28 East Northport Library fall Story Parade Registration begins at described the house as “a haven for writing, the best Sahara desert and survived. Through the story of the poignant story of a couple who face a new chapter Libraries open Open Northport Library for Movie: Anna and the King place I have ever had anywhere in my life.” little prince Saint-Exupéry expresses his belief that in their marriage. Rated R. 96 min. *HIICAP (N) 1-4 pm by appt. at 10 am 1-5 pm Registration begins at fall Story Parade (N) 2 pm Saint-Exupéry was born on June 29, 1900 in an individual’s happiness “lies not in freedom but in Pajama Storytime (EN) 7 pm *PSAT Preparation Workshop East Northport Library for *Saturday Fam- Lyons, France. He packed many experiences and his acceptance of duty.” Open for Discussion on 10/11 (EN) 6:15-9 pm ily Concert Celebrate the (N) 11 am adventures into his all too brief life. These include *Parent Center Program: STEP Secrets to Selling Your House Gallery Talk with Stan Kaplan & 12 noon EXHIBITS (EN) 7 pm on Your Own (EN) 7:30 pm (N) 7:30 pm Knitters’ Circle (N) 7 pm serving in the French Air Force in 1921-1926 and birth centenary of 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Northport-East Northport Public Library Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, Non Profit Organization 151 Laurel Avenue 185 Larkfield Road Tickets go on sale at 10:30 am U.S. Postage Paid Northport Gallery: *55/Alive Mature Driver Northport, NY 11768 East Northport, NY 11731 author of at Northport Library for Permit #78 Images Between the Lines: Linocut Prints Program (N) 9:30 am Book-A-Trip to Bucks County 1914- (631) 261-6930 (631) 261-2313 *Parent Center Program: STEP Registration begins at North- Knitters’ Circle (N) 7 pm East Northport, NY Library port Library for Homework on 10/24 2000 The Little Prince, by Stan Kaplan Elder Law Update (N) 1 pm (EN) 7 pm Library Board of Trustees Open Without Tears on 10/4 [email protected] Stan Kaplan’s prints are in the collections of 1-5 pm Meeting (N) Tickets available for Pajama Storytime (N) 7 pm www.suffolk.lib.ny.us/libraries/netwalk The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The New York Pub- Oral History Project (N) 7:30 pm Princely Pieces with with programs, *Story Parade (EN) 4 pm *Story Parade (N) 4 pm *PSAT Preparation Workshop Jeffrey Sanzel on 10/6 lic Library, The Brooklyn Museum, The Philadelphia (EN) 6:15-9 pm Fireside Friday: LIBRARY TRUSTEES book discussions, Museum, and many others. He is a past President Friends of the Library *55/Alive Mature Driver Bill Lauter, Folk Singer *(YA) The Little Prince Has Michael L. Glennon, Chairperson Landed! (N) 11 am-12:30 pm of the Society of American Graphic Artists and has *Defensive Driving (EN) 7 pm (N) 7:30 pm Program (EN) 7 pm Netwalk Basics (N) 7:30 pm (EN) 7:30 pm C. Annette Carr SEPTEMBER 2000 Elizabeth McGrail and crafts. participated in one-man and group shows throughout 24 25 26 *Book-A-Trip to Morristown 27 28 Registration begins at 29 30 Ruth McKay the United States. departs 8:30 am Northport Library for William Martin Details inside. *Fours and More (EN) 9:30 & Parenting Your Teen on 10:30 am *Laptime (EN) 9:30 & 10:30 am 10/12 & 10/19 *Parent/Child Workshop LIBRARY DIRECTOR: Stephanie Heineman East Northport Gallery *Computer Kindergarten (EN) 9:30 am & 10:30 am Library for Adults (EN) 10 am *My First Storytime (N) 9:30 & ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: Eileen Minogue & Display Case: Open 10:30 am *Story Parade (N) 4 pm *Parent/Child Discovery Time ECR SWS (N) 9:30 am & 10:45 am *Fours and More EDITOR: MaryEllen Moll 1-5 pm *Story Parade (EN) 4 pm Quilts by the Smithtown Stitchers *New Mothers Discussion Group (EN) 1:30 pm ASSISTANT EDITOR: Michelle Epstein POSTAL CUSTOMER (EN) 10 am *55/Alive Mature Driver Preserve a forest . . . A special treat for quilters and quilt-lovers! Mem- The Little *PSAT Preparation Workshop *Defensive Driving (EN) 7 pm Program (EN) 7 pm ©2000 All rights reserved. EAST NORTHPORT, NY 11731 borrow from your library. bers of The Smithtown Stitchers share their award- Prince *Parent Center Program: STEP (EN) 6:15-9 pm Movie: The Story of Us May not be reproduced without permission. (EN) 7 pm (N) 2 pm winning pieces. Adult Book Talk *Computer Kindergarten College Financial Aid Planning The Life & Works of *Dealing with Anger: HOURS (N) 2 pm for Adults (N) 7 pm (N) 7:30 pm Saint-Exupéry (N) 7:30 pm Theirs and Ours (N) 7:30 pm Knitters’ Circle (N) 7 pm 9 to 9 Monday thru Friday PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER Floral Decorations: 9 to 5 Saturday Northport: Arrangement courtesy of Flower Basket. N = Northport Library *Pre-registration or tickets required Enrollment in our programs is limited, with prefer- The Northport-East Northport Public Library encourages 1 to 5 Sunday (mid Sept. thru mid June) EN = East Northport Library for this program. Occupancy of our ence given to library card holders. Tickets limited to 2 all patrons to participate in programs and activities. meeting room is limited. per patron on the first day of registration. Please let us know in advance if you require any special ac- - 6 - Italic type indicates Children’s Programs. - 7 - A Monthly Guide to Your Library, Its Programs & Services Illustration from The Little Prince by Antoine de commodations because of a disability. Saint-Exupéry. Copyright 1943 by Harcourt, Inc.; copyright renewed 1971 by Consuelo de Saint-Exupéry.