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Italic type indicates Children’s Programs.

N = Northport LibraryEN = East Northport Library

*Pre-registration or tickets required for this program. Registration for Children’s Programs is limited to Northport-East Northport Public Library cardholders. Preference is given to Northport-East Northport Public Library cardholders for Adult and Teen programs.

If you require any special accommodations because of a disability, please let us know.

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Blood Pressure Check (N) 9:30-10:30 am (EN) 11 am-12 noon

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Northport Arts Coalition presents Blue Detour (N) 7 pm

Pajama Storytime (N) 7 pm

*AARP Driver Safety Program (N) 9:30 am

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Library Board of Trustees Meeting (EN)

Movie: Remember Me(N) 1:30 pm

Movie: Bounty Hunter(EN) 10:30 am

Page Turners Book Discussion (N) 2 pm

Registration begins at Northport for Book-A-Trip to The King Tut National Geographic Exhibiton 9/23

Library staff may take photographs or recordings at Library programs for use in publicity. Please inform us if you do not want photos taken of you or your child.

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FOR CHILDREN

Movie: Bounty Hunter (N) 1:30 pm

*Defensive Driving (EN) 7 pm

Registration begins for The Precisions on 8/17

Movie: Remember Me(EN) 10:30 am

Pajama Storytime (EN) 7 pm

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Registration begins for Children’s Programs from July 12-24

Open for Discussion: The Young Man and the Sea(EN) Wednesday, August 11, 7:30 p.m.Children entering grades 4-6 with adult (75 min.) (NENJ391)

Saturday Afternoon @ the Movies: Fantastic Mr. Fox(N) Saturday, July 24, 2:00 p.m.Children ages 7 years and up; adults and siblings welcome Rated PG. (90 min.) No registration required.

Tickets to one of the four showtimes are issued to children who have completed the Summer Reading Club requirements.

Amazing ventriloquist Steve Petra presents a hilarious show featuring puppet pals Ocho the Octopus, Clark

the Shark, and JellyLocks & the Three Eels. (45 min.)

Children (preschool through grade 6) may join the Summer Reading Club anytime throughout the summer at either the East Northport or Northport Library, or online at www.nenpl.org. Throughout the summer, children may report on books they have read and receive stickers and prizes. Complete descriptions of all children’s programs are available in print in the Children’s Room or on our website. Children’s programs are for Northport-East Northport residents. You will need to show your Northport-East Northport Library card to attend all programs that do not require registration.

•••••••• Registration for the following programs begins Tuesday, July 6 at either library building or online. ••••••••

Monday-FridayJune 21 to August 6

10 am to 8 pm

SaturdayJune 26 to August 7

10 am to 4 pm

Reading Club Hours

Read to Your Baby!

Our Summer Reading Club for babies and toddlers (birth to 2 years)July 1–July 31

Build early learning skills with your baby or toddler while having fun. By sharing books with your children, you show them that reading is important while actually

helping them get ready to read. Children’s learning starts at home and you are your child’s first and best teacher. We encourage you to introduce your baby or toddler to the magic and wonder of books. Our Children’s Librarians will be happy to provide you with book suggestions.

Come into the Library beginning July 1 and receive a reading record and bookmark to get you started. Read 20 books to your baby or toddler during the month and

show your completed reading record to a Children’s Librarian between July 31 and August 7. Your child will then receive a free book for your collection as well as an adorable magnetic photo frame.

MAKE A SPLASH—

READ!

Stop by the Library and pick up the July bookmark by Skylar Kouril. A reading list, compiled by our Children’s Librarians, is on the back.

Skylar Kouril

The Bookmark Spot

A Note About Program Attendance: Our goal is to maximize attendance and thereby offer to as many Northport-East Northport children as possible the oppor-tunity to enjoy Library programs. We request that you arrive ten minutes before the begin-ning of a program. If you have not arrived by the start time of the program, your child’s place may be given to someone wait-ing. Preference will be given to children on the waitlist. If you call to tell us that you will be late, your place will be held. Thoseregisteredforaprogramwillbeseatedfirst.All others will be seated as space permits.

Flashy Fish Puppet(EN) Monday, July 12, 10:00 or 11:00 a.m. Children ages 3-5 years or entering K with adult; siblings welcome (45 min.) (NENJ355)

The Titanic: History in Motion(EN) Monday, July 12, 7:00 p.m.Children entering grades 3-5 (45 min.) (NENJ365)

Mother Goose(N) Tuesday, July 13, 10:00 a.m. Children birth-1 year with adult; no siblings (30 min.) (NENJ356)

Opossum Tales(EN) Tuesday, July 13, 2:00 or 3:15 p.m. Children entering grades 1-2 (60 min.) (NENJ357)

Books Taste Good(EN) Wednesday, July 14, 10:00 or 11:00 a.m.Children ages 4-5 years or entering K (45 min.) (NENJ358)

Crafty Kids: Under the Sea(N) Wednesday, July 14, 2:00 or 3:00 p.m.Children entering grades 1-2 (45 min.) (NENJ359)

On the Move(EN) Thursday, July 15, 10:00 or 11:00 a.m.Children birth-2 years with adult; siblings welcome (45 min.) (NENJ360)

Newbery Book Club (N) Thursday, July 15, 7:00 p.m.Children entering grades 4 and up; adults welcome (90 min.) No registration required.

Tales-a-Poppin’ (N) Friday, July 16, 10:00 a.m.Children ages 1-5 years or entering K with adult; siblings welcome (45 min.) No registration required.

Printmaking(EN) Friday, July 16, 3:00 p.m.Children entering grades 3-5 (60 min.) (NENJ363)

Saturday Afternoon @ the Movies: The Princess and the Frog(EN) Saturday, July 17, 2:00 p.m.Children ages 6 years and up; adults and siblings welcome Rated G. (100 min.) No registration required.

The Jester Jim Show(N) Tuesday, July 20, 3:30 p.m.Children entering grades 1-5 (45 min.) (NENJ366)

Crafty Kids: Tic-Tac-Bugs(N) Wednesday, July 21, 2:00 or 3:00 p.m.Children ages 4-5 years or entering K (45 min.) (NENJ367)

Picture Book Art: Leo Lionni(EN) Thursday, July 22, 10:00 or 11:00 a.m.Children ages 4-5 years or entering K (45 min.) (NENJ368)

Summer Salon Day(N) Thursday, July 22, 3:30 p.m.Children entering grades 1-5 (45 min.) (NENJ369)

Chess Club (N) Thursday, July 22, 7:00 p.m.Children entering grades 3-6 (45 min.) No registration required.

Puzzlemania (EN) Friday, July 23, 2:00 p.m.Children ages 4-6 years (60 min.) No registration required.

Singing in the Rain(N) Friday, July 23, 10:00 or 11:00 a.m.Children birth-3 years with adult; siblings welcome (40 min.) (NENJ371)

Pajama Storytime (N) Friday, July 23, 7:00 p.m.Children with adult (30 min.) No registration required.

Surf’s Up with Molly Mouse(EN) Monday, July 26, 10:00 or 11:00 a.m.Children birth-2 years with adult; siblings welcome (45 min.) (NENJ375)

Mother Goose(N) Tuesday, July 27, 10:00 a.m.Children birth-1 year with adult; no siblings (30 min.) (NENJ376)

Picture Book Art: Layered Landscapes(EN) Tuesday, July 27, 2:00 or 3:00 p.m.Children entering grades 1-2 (45 min.) (NENJ377)

Wing-It-Wednesday (N) Wednesday, July 28, 10:00 a.m.Children ages 4-10 years; adults and siblings welcome (60 min.) No registration required.

Board Game Bonanza (N) Wednesday, July 28, 7:00 p.m.Children entering grades 1-5 (60 min.) No registration required.

Pastabilities (N) Thursday, July 29, 3:00 p.m.Children entering grades 3-5 (60 min.) (NENJ379)

Fun with Poetry(EN) Friday, July 30, 2:00 p.m.Children entering grades 4-6 (90 min.) (NENJ381)

Water, Water Everywhere with Mr. Mouse(N) Friday, July 30, 11:00 a.m.Children ages 2-5 years or entering K with adult; siblings welcome (40 min.) (NENJ380)

Saturday Afternoon @ the Movies: Hachi, a Dog’s Tale(EN) Saturday, July 31, 2:00 p.m.Children ages 4 years and up; adults and siblings wel-come Rated G. (90 min.) No registration required.

Mixed-Up Mice(EN) Monday, August 2, 10:00 or 11:30 a.m.Children ages 3-5 years or entering K with adult; siblings welcome (60 min.) (NENJ383)

Wii Play @ the Library(N) Monday, August 2, 3:30 p.m.Children entering grades 3-5 (60 min.) (NENJ384)

Magic Workshop(EN) Tuesday, August 3, 3:00 p.m.Children entering grade 4 (60 min.) (NENJ385)

Pajama Storytime (EN) Tuesday, August 3, 7:00 p.m.Children with adult (30 min.) No registration required.

Everything’s Ducky(N) Wednesday, August 4, 10:00 or 11:00 a.m.Children birth-2 years with adult; siblings welcome (40 min.) (NENJ 386)

Wing-It Wednesday (EN) Wednesday, August 4, 3:00 p.m.Children ages 4-10 years; adults and siblings welcome (60 min.) No registration required.

Cereal Box Art(N) Thursday, August 5, 2:00 p.m.Children entering grades 1-5; adults andsiblings welcome (120 min.) (NENJ388)

Chess Club (N) Thursday, August 5, 7:00 p.m.Children entering grades 3-6 (45 min.) No registration required.

Book Swap (EN) Friday, August 6, 3:00 p.m.Children ages 3-10 with adult; siblings welcome (60 min.) No registration required.

Saturday Afternoon @ the Movies: Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel(N) Saturday, August 7, 2:00 p.m.Children ages 6 years and up; adults and siblings welcome. Rated PG. (90 min.) No registration required.

Take Home CraftsCraft packets to make

and enjoy at home will be available

at both library buildings on the following dates:

July 6—Make-A-Splash MobileJuly 12—Sea Life AquariumJuly 19—Diving DolphinJuly 26—Squeegee the Squid

Summer Reading Club Grand Finale

(N) Monday, August 9, 3:00 p.m.(N) Monday, August 9, 7:00 p.m.(N) Tuesday, August 10, 11:00 a.m.(N) Tuesday, August 10, 7:00 p.m.

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• Registration for the following programs begins Tuesday, July 20 at either library building or online. •

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*Magic Workshop (EN) 3 pm

*Ocean Bingo (N) 2 pm Saturday Afternoon @ the Movies: Ponyo (EN) 2 pm

*Book Buddies (EN) 11 am

*Make a Musical Splash(N) 3 pm

*Crafty Kids: Stars and Stripes Forever (N) 2 & 3 pm

Wing-It Wednesday (N) 7 pm

*Ocean Adventures(EN) 10 & 11 am

Chess Club (N) 7 pm

*Bubbleology(N) 10 & 11:30 am

*Salt Marsh Madness(EN) 3 pm

Saturday Afternoon @ the Movies: Free Willy, Escape from Pirate’s Cove (N) 2 pm

*Open for Discussion: The Music of Dolphins (EN) 7:30 pm

*Stress Less (EN) 3 pm

*Touch Base (EN) 4 pm

*Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Wing-It Wednesday (N) 6:45 pm

*Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Crafty Teens (N) 1:45 pm

*Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Crafty Teens (N) 1:45 pm

*Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Crafty Teens (N) 1:45 pm

*Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Board Game Bonanza 1 (N) 6:45 pm

*Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Summer Salon for Kidz (N) 3:15 pm

*Teen Summer Spa Day (N) 7 pm

*Teen Henna Tattoo (EN) 7 pm

*Teen Summer Fruit Smoothies 1 (N) 7 pm

*Teen Outdoor Mosaic Stepping Stone (N) 3 pm

*Teen Beach Party Paninis 1 (EN) 7 pm

*Teen Ocean Jewelry(N) 3:30 pm

*Teen 16-Bit Pixel Art(EN) 3:30 pm

*Surfboard Clock (EN) 7 pm

*Teen Secrets of Mind Reading (EN) 3 pm

*Flashy Fish Puppet(EN) 10 & 11 am

*The Titanic: History in Motion(EN) 7 pm

*Mother Goose (N) 10 am

*Opossum Tales(EN) 2 & 3:15 pm

*Books Taste Good(EN) 10 & 11 am

*Crafty Kids: Under the Sea (N) 2 & 3 pm

*On the Move (EN) 10 & 11 am

Newbery Book Club (N) 7 pm

Tales-a-Poppin’ (N) 10 am

*Printmaking (EN) 3 pm

Saturday Afternoon @ the Movies: The Princess and the Frog (EN) 2 pm

*The Jester Jim Show(N) 3:30 pm

*Crafty Kids: Tic-Tac-Bugs(N) 2 & 3 pm

*Picture Book Art: Leo Lionni(EN) 10 & 11 am

*Summer Salon Day(N) 3:30 pm

Chess Club (N) 7 pm

*Singing in the Rain (N) 10 & 11 am

Saturday Afternoon @ the Movies: Fantastic Mr. Fox (N) 2 pm

*Surf’s Up with Molly Mouse(EN) 10 & 11 am

*Mother Goose (N) 10 am

*Picture Book Art: Layered Landscapes (EN) 2 & 3 pm

Wing-It Wednesday (N) 10 am

Board Game Bonanza(N) 7 pm

*Pastabilities (N) 3 pm

*Water, Water Everywhere with Mr. Mouse (N) 11 am

*Fun with Poetry (EN) 2 pm

Saturday Afternoon @ the Movies: Hachi, a Dog’s Tale(EN) 2 pm

Make-A-Splash Mobile Take Home Craft available

Sea Life Aquarium Take Home Craft available

Diving Dolphin Take Home Craft available

Squeegee the Squid Take Home Craft available

Registration begins for Children’s Programs from July 26-August 11

*The Liverpool Shuffle(N) 7:30 pm

*Sister Act (N) 7:30 pm

Do-ing Music presentsCelebrations Brass (N) 7:30 pm

*GRASP/GED Home Study Orientation (EN) 5:30 pm

*Computer Third Grade(EN) 7 pmKayaking: Strokes & Rescue

Techniques (N) 7:30 pm

*Yikes! The History of Movie Stunts (N) 7 pm

*Defensive Driving (EN) 7 pm

*Computer Second Grade(N) 7 pm

*Advanced Photoshop Elements(EN) 6:30 pm

Cinema at the Library: The Last Station (N) 6:30 pm

Macintosh Basics (N) 7 pm

Library Closed

Independence Day Observed — Library Closed

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Registration begins forAdvanced Photoshop Elements on 7/13, Sister Act on 7/27,and GRASP/GED Home Study Orientation Program on 7/28

Registration begins forComputer Third Grade on 7/22

Registration begins for Computer First Grade on 8/10

Puzzlemania (EN) 2 pm

Featured in July:

Celebrate the 4th of July!Celebrate Summer!

Display Tables in the Libraries

*Frogs, Bugs & Animals (N) 10 am

She Sang Promise: Lisa Desimini(N) Wednesday, July 21, 7:00 p.m.Children entering grades 4 and up; adults welcome Lisa Desimini, author and illustrator of dozens of books for young people, will talk about her experiences in the publishing world as well as her latest book, She Sang Promise. Ms. Desimini’s original art will be on display in the Northport Gallery for the month of July. (see page 8). (NENJ412)

*She Sang Promise: Lisa Desimini (N) 7 pm

Registration begins for Teen Volunteer Opportunities 2

*Teen Sushi Candy Workshop(N) 3:30 pm

Registration begins for Teen Summer Programs

*Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Reading Buddies (EN) 10:30 am

Teen Prize Giveaway (EN) 5:30 pm

*Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Wing-It Wednesday (N) 9:45 am

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The History of Movie Stunts 7

Cinema at the Library 7

Computer Programs 8

Teen Programs Insert

Inside this issue:

LIBRARYThe July 2010

LIBRARY TRUSTEESElizabeth McGrail, ChairpersonAndrea Gladding, Vice ChairpersonRuth McKayRobert R. LittlePatricia Flynn

LIBRARY DIRECTOR: Eileen MinogueASSISTANT DIRECTOR: James OlneyBRANCH LIBRARIAN: Margaret Brozek

EDITOR: MaryEllen Moll©2010 All rights reserved.May not be reproduced without permission.

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Libraries Change LivesH H Our patrons share comments about how the Library has changed their lives. H H

FOR ADULTS

Kayaking: Strokes & Rescue Techniques(N) Tuesday, July 20, 7:30 p.m. Nick DeNezzo of the Long Island Kayak Club will demonstrate common kayaking strokes such as the forward and reverse sweep stroke, the power stroke, the draw stroke, and the rudder stroke. He will also discuss and show video of the various rescue techniques and Eskimo rolling. No registration required.

Book-A-Tripto

The King Tut National Geographic Exhibit Thursday, September 23, 2010

Defensive Driving(EN) Mondays, July 19 & 26, 7:00-10:00 p.m. Fee: $36 Applications for this point/insurance reduction safety course are available now at both library buildings.

Page Turners:AfternoonBook Discussion Group(N) Thursday, July 8, 2:00 p.m. Join Donna Diamond for a discussion of The Double Bind by Chris Bohjalian. As a special treat, we will have a telephone chat with the author beginning at 2:10 p.m., so please come on time and have your questions and comments ready. Copies of the book will be available at the Northport Library Circulation Desk.

Northport Arts Coalition presentsBlue Detour(N) Wednesday, July 14, 7:00 p.m. The Northport Arts Coalition, in cooperation with the Library, presents the Bluegrass band Blue Detour featuring John Chainy on mandolin and vocals, George Cannova on guitar, Dennis Corbett on banjo, and Julie Cannova on bass. Blue Detour has performed throughout Long Island to rave reviews at the Long Island Blue Grass Festival, the Oyster Festival in Oyster Bay, and the Smithtown Heritage Fair. No registration required.

Departure: 9:30 a.m. from the William J. Brosnan building parking lot (across from Northport Library)

Return: 6:00 p.m.

Cost: $89 per person (checks only, non-refundable, payable to Northport-East Northport Public Library)

Itinerary: Join us for a visit to the Discovery Times Square Exposition Center and explore more than 130 extraordinary artifacts from the tomb of Tutankhamun and other ancient Egyptian sites. Following lunch at Brazil, Brazil, we will have time to visit Chelsea Market and the Highline park.

Registration: Register in person beginning Saturday, July 10, 9:00 a.m. at the Northport Library. Ticket limit: 2 per patron on first day of sale. N-EN Library card required. (NENA188)

Computer Second Grade (N) Thursday, July 8, 7:00-9:00 p.m.Registration begins June 24 at either library building or online. Learn how to create spreadsheets and workbooks, input and edit data, use formulas and functions, and work with columns and rows. (NENC005)

The Liverpool Shuffle(N) Tuesday, July 13, 7:30 p.m.

If you are a fan of The Beatles, this show is for you. Formed in 2003, The Liverpool Shuffle features musicians Joe Refano, Mike Green, Mike Ponella, and Pete Bross. Join them for a musical journey through the repertoire of their favorite band. Registration is now underway at either library building or online. In the event of rain, the concert will be held in the Northport Library’s Community Room and ticket holders will be seated first. (NENA180)

Outdoor Concertsin the Library Courtyard

GALLERY EXHIBITNorthport Gallery:“She Sang Promise” by Lisa Desimini Illustrator Lisa Desimini will share oil paintings from She Sang Promise written by Jan Godown Annino and published by National Geographic Chil-dren’s Books. Ms. Desimini illustrated this inspiring true story of Betty Mae Tiger Jumper, the first woman to be elected as a leader of the Florida Seminole Tribe. Lisa Desimini’s folk-style artwork brings this gripping tale and the lush Everglades setting to life. Ms. Desmini has illustrated more than 30 books for children. Her work has also graced the covers of many book jackets including titles by Barbara Kingsolver, Sharon Creech, and Charlaine Harris.

Friday Movies for Adults

Bounty Hunter(EN) Friday, July 23, 10:30 a.m.(N) Friday, July 30, 1:30 p.m. Jennifer Aniston and Gerard Butler star in this comedy about a bounty hunter who learns that his next target is his ex-wife. Rated PG-13. 111 min.

Remember Me(EN) Friday, July 9, 10:30 a.m.(N) Friday, July 16 1:30 p.m. Two college students with tragic losses in their pasts find an attraction in each other in this story about the strength of family and the importance of treasuring every day. Rated PG-13. 113 min.

When was the last time you enjoyed the unforgettable sounds of Patsy Cline, Judy Garland, Aretha Franklin, or Celine Dion? Join “Sister Act” performers Andrea and Celeste for their exuberantly entertaining tribute to the most popular female vocalists of the past century. From Billie Holiday and Tina Turner to

Dolly Parton and Barbra Streisand, “Sister Act” takes you on a musical journey you won’t forget. Registration begins July 1 at either library building or online. In the event of rain, the concert will be held in the Northport Library’s Community Room and ticket holders will be seated first. (NENA185)

GRASP/GED Home Study Orientation Program(EN) Wednesday, July 28, 5:30-9:00 p.m. Are you an adult interested in taking the GED (High School Equivalency) test? Instructors from West-ern Suffolk BOCES will conduct this orientation program on the free GRASP Home Study Program. The GRASP program is designed for adults 21 years of age and over who cannot travel to an established adult education center. Registration begins July 1 at either library building or online. (NENA186)

The Precisions(N) Tuesday, August 17,

7:30 p.m.

Advanced Photoshop Elements (EN) Tuesday, July 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m.Registration begins July 1 at either library or online. Instructor Yvonne Berger will cover advanced Photoshop techniques such as retouching photos, using layers, making selections, and collaging. (NENC028)

Computer Third Grade(EN) Thursday, July 22, 7:00-9:00 p.m.Registration begins July 9 at either library or online. This workshop covers multitasking, working with graphics, and using drawing and painting tools. (NENC010)

Macintosh Basics(N) Thursday, July 29, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Join Apple-certified trainer John Budacovich as he discusses the basics of configuring your Macintosh computer. Topics will include account setup, data migration, printer and network configuration, and information on migrating from a Windows PC to a Mac. No registration required.

Computer First Grade(EN) Tuesday, August 10, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noonRegistration begins July 24 at either library or online. This follow-up to Computer Kindergarten introduces word processing and working with text and files. (NENC007)

Cinema at the Library: The Last Station(N) Thursday, July 22, 6:30 p.m. The Cinema Arts Centre comes to the Northport Library with the best in international and independent film. Featured will be The Last Station, directed by Michael Hoffman and starring Helen Mirren and Christopher Plummer. You are invited to stay after the film for a discussion with Cinema Arts’ co-director Dylan Skolnick. Rated R. 113 minutes. No registration required.

Sister Act(N) Tuesday, July 27, 7:30 p.m.

Literacy Tutors Needed Literacy Suffolk, Inc. is seeking volunteers to provide free tutoring to

adults in our community who need help learning to read, write, and/or speak English. To find out more about volunteering, please attend an information Q&A session Is Tutoring for You? at the Half Hollow Hills Community Library, 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 15, 2010. To become a Literacy Tutor you will be required to attend the 15-hour tutor-training sessions which are scheduled at Half Hollow Hills Community Library on Wednesdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27, and November 10, 2010 from 6:00-9:00 p.m. To register for Is Tutoring for You? or the tutor-training sessions, please call 631-286-1649. For additional information about Literacy Suffolk please visit www.LiteracySuffolk.org.

Yikes! The History of Movie Stunts(N) Monday, July 26, 7:00 p.m. In this multimedia presentation, author and media specialist Clive Young will trace the action-packed evolution of jaw-dropping stunt work in the movies. Starting with seat-of-their-pants feats filmed in the early 1900s, the program presents some of the most spec-tacular acts ever captured on celluloid. Adults and teens are welcome. Register now at either library building or online. (NENY142)

The Library has been a real asset in the expansion of my career as an author and motivational speaker. Northport Library was one of the first libraries to give me a chance to stand up in front of a group and deliver my message. Their recommendation opened doors to many other library speaking opportunities. The interest, support and enthusiasm of the staff for my first book has always been steadfast. I’ve used the library as a quiet refuge to formulate new ideas and organize new projects. The technology available has allowed me to work cooperatively, especially in the editing process. One of the things that I really appreciate about our library is that if a book that I am looking for is not in our collection, they will search it out among other Suffolk libraries. In no time I get a call that the book I want is waiting for me to pick it up. The entire staff including the circulation folks, the reference librarians, the café staff, the security people and the administration make me feel welcome every time I visit. I truly feel at home in my library. — Jim Ryan

The Northport Library has been an excellent source for historical research. With access to major library and research centers throughout the country, the Library’s staff have been helpful to me in securing information that I might otherwise have missed. They have helped make my labors easier and more produc-tive. They are professionals in every sense of the word and I truly appreciate their efforts. As a community cultural and educational cen-ter, the Northport Library is without equal. Lectures, concerts, seminars, movies, tax preparation, children’s programs, the list is endless. It is one-stop shopping for the mind and soul. And, no one does it better. Great job all around! — Ralph A. Notaristefano

Over the years I have enjoyed coming to the Library. The people there are always friendly & ready to help and they usually go the extra mile so to speak when you have a problem in finding what you are looking for. The group at the Reference Desk is really terrific. Along with all of the above, the many books, magazines, papers, catalogues, it is a wonderland of information. So many people wish their library had a snack bar when I tell them of all they can obtain at the Library. The Quiet Room, as well as the room for tutoring is very helpful and—on the light side—the movies & other productions are usually very good. — Frank Roessle

The Library has made a tremendous difference in my life and my partner Rita DeLuise. We are both active seniors involved in the Northport Chapter of AARP. We are grateful for the use of your large, comfortable Community Room for our Chapter’s many activities. In addition we think your enter-tainment programs get better every year and highly recommended them to our members and friends. I teach the AARP driving course at the North-port building every month. I am getting along in years but keep off retiring because of the wonderful cooperation I receive from the staff from the time I get there until the class is over. Rita and I got interested in computers about eleven years ago even though we did not own com-puters. The use of Library computers until we got our own made the process easier to learn. When I have some idle time, the reading room is a blessing. Between the newspapers and the hot coffee that is available it is much preferred over wasting time at the television set. The Northport-East Northport Library is truly a four-star operation. — Abraham Thompson

Career Cruising Learn more about yourself and the careers that suit your interests with our newest online database, Career Cruising. This valuable resource can help you explore careers and find out what they are really like, find out where to get the education you need to start a career, strengthen your job search skills, and find actual job postings. Check out Career Cruising by going to the Library’s website at www.nenpl.org and click on the Career Information link.

Donating Books to the Library The Library appreciates patron donations. Please keep in mind that there are certain items the Library cannot accept such as:

• videos • torn, stained, or musty items • magazines • textbooks • cassettes • coffee table books Please limit your donations to one shopping bag per visit and deposit them in the donation bins in the lobby. Thank you for your continued support.

(N) Friday, July 23, 7:30 p.m. The Northport Arts Coalition, in cooperation with the Library, is pleased to present Celebrations Brass featur-ing Patrick Dougherty (trumpet/baroque trumpet), James Cesare (trumpet), Kathleen Dougherty (horn), Larry Witmer (trombone), and Ronald Stanton (bass trombone). Their audience appeal spans the generations, ranging from their acclaimed school presentations to their award-winning programs for seniors. Celebrations Brass’ lighthearted and relaxed performance is indicative of its members’ belief that a concert should be an enjoyable experience for the entire audience. A meet-the-artists reception will follow the performance. No registration required.

Do-ing MusicpresentsCelebrations Brass

She Sang Promise: Lisa Desimini(N) Wednesday, July 21, 7:00 p.m. In this program for adults and children in grades 4 and up Lisa Desimini will talk about her latest book as well as her experiences in the publishing world.

READING IS ALWAYS IN SEASON

The Precisions hit the national record charts with their 1962 arrangement of George and Ira Gershwin’s “Someone to Watch Over Me.” They have performed with top artists of the era and also with Alan Freed, Murray the K, and the WABC “All Americans” in appearances at the Brooklyn Fox, the New York Paramount, and the legendary Apollo Theater. Registration begins July 17 at either library building or online. In the event of rain, the concert will be held in the Northport Library’s Community Room and ticket holders will be seated first. (NENA187)

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