Summer 2009 VOL. XV, NO. 28

SAYVILLE LIBRARY HAPPENINGS

JUNE 28, 200912:30 PM

PASS tHE LASt Book

1:00 PMDEDICAtIoN AND RIBBoN CUttING

Be a part of a new chapter of Sayville’s History

Pass the Last Book“A History of Early Sayville Library”

From Collins Avenue to Greene Avenue

Rain or shine

Schedule and Details on Page 2

GoinG GreeneBeginning July 6

See details on pages 3, 6 and 7

Moving ScheduleMonday, June 8

Children’s side closes at Collins Avenue; adult side

and circulation open

Tuesday, June 9 - Saturday, June 27

Whole Library closes for 3 weeks

Sunday, June 28Library opens at Greene Avenue

Summer Reading Clubfor all Ages

Grand OpeningThe Community is invited to attend the

Book drops will be open for returns or items may be

brought to nearby libraries

Grand OpeningoF tHE NEW

SAYVILLE LIBRARY88 GREENE AVENUE

For Your Information

2 Summer 2009

July Display in the

art Gallery

“What I Learned From a Book”by

Women Sharing Art inc

Come out with family and friends, pick a spot along the route between the Collins Avenue Library and the Greene Avenue Library and wait for the last book, “A History of Early Sayville” by Clarissa Edwards to come to you. Once the book has passed you, walk ahead and join the line further along until the book reaches the NEW SAYVILLE LIBRARY.

Refreshments & flowers courtesy of:

• Friends of Sayville Library

• Sayville Village Improvement Society

• Jimmy Sioutopoulos, The Modern Diner

• Sayville Flowers

• Rambling Rose Florist

Grand openinG Schedule: 12:30 PM - People start lining up throughout the town to Pass the Last Book from Collins Avenue building to Greene Avenue building

1:00 PM - Book arrives at Greene Avenue - Color Guard and Flag Raising by Sayville Boy Scout Troop 184 and Suffolk County Girl Scout Service Unit 32 - Welcome Speeches, Dedication and Ribbon Cutting

1:30 PM - Library Orientation Tours by staff - Musical entertainment by Michael Striffler on Piano - Musical entertainment by David Striffler on Classical Guitar - Activities in the Children’s area

Thank you to the community who made this new building a reality.

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CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

Summer 2009 3

Little Kids MoviesWednesdays, July and august 10:00-10:30 am ages Preschool With caregiver Registration not required.

Book BuddiesWednesdays, July 1-august 1210:45-11:45 am ages 2-7 years

Be a Book Buddy! Pair up and listen to stories read by our local teen volunteers or practice your reading skills and have one of our teens listen to you! Registration begins Monday, June 22 (call to register while library is closed for moving).

3, 2, 1 Blast Off !thursday, July 2 10:00-11:00 am Or 11:15 am-12:15 Pm ages 18-36 months With caregiver

Join A Time for Kids for an hour of fun, crafts and more!Registration begins Monday, June 22 (call to register while library is closed for moving).

Storytime for 3-Year-Oldstuesdays, July 7-august 4 OrFridays, July 10-august 710:00-10:45 am ages 3 years With caregiver

Join us for stories, a movie, and fun with our educational toys. Registration begins Tuesday, June 23 (call to register while library is closed for moving)

Storytime for 4- & 5-Year-Oldstuesdays, July 7-august 4 OrFridays, July 10-august 711:30 am-12:15 Pm ages 4-5 years With caregiver

Join us for stories, a movie, and fun with our educational toys. Registration begins Tuesday, June 23 (call to register while library is closed for moving).

Tiny Totsthursdays, July 9-July 23 (3 sessions)10:00-11:00 am Or 11:30 am-12:30 Pm ages 24-35 months With caregiver Join us for stories, a movie, an easy craft and fun with our educational toys. Registration begins Thursday, June 25 (call to register while library is closed for moving).

Registration GuidelinesUnless otherwise stated, the programs listed in this flyer run for one time only. You may register your child in person or by phone after 10:00 AM at 589-4440, dial 5, but to ensure enrollment in the program you want, we recommend signing up on the first day of registration.all prOGrams are aGe apprOpriate, sO please abiDe by the aGe anD GraDe restrictiOns fOr each prOGram.

Going GreeneA program for all children who read on their own.

Visit the library and report on the books you read. You may draw a picture, make a special project, write a report or just sit down and talk to us about your books. We will keep a reading record of all the books on which you report. See our weekly prize chart for a sample of the prizes. • There is no minimum or maximum number of books you must read • You may report up to ten books in one day • Reports may be given Monday through Friday 10:00 am-8:00 Pm and Saturdays 10:00 am-4:00 Pm

Read-to-Me ClubThis is an independent reading club in which parents, siblings, caregivers and others read to the child and keep a record of the books read together. Read at least 20 books together and record the titles and authors in your reading record. Bring your completed record to the library no later than August 15 to receive a special surprise and a certificate.The Summer Reading Clubs begin on Monday, July 6. The last day to report for both clubs is on Saturday, August 15.

• Library card required when attending any program.• Programs are open to all children who live in the Sayville Library district and also to children whose caregivers live in the district.• Call to cancel if unable to attend.• Please let us know in advance if you require any special accommodations because of a disability.Thank you for your cooperation.

Red Riding Hoodthursday, July 92:30-3:15 Pm ages 5 years and older

Bob Nathanson and Puppets to Go presents a puppet show for school-aged children. After the show you will be given a peek into how a puppet show is performed. Don’t miss out on the fun! Registration begins Thursday, June 25 (call to register while library is closed for moving).

Once is Not EnoughFriday, July 102:00-3:00 Pm Or 3:15-4:15 Pm ages 5-8 years Learn how to recycle old newspaper by turning it into new paper to take home! Suffolk County Farm and Education Center visits for this educational program. Registration begins Friday, June 26 (call to register while library is closed for moving).

Art with Joannesaturday, July 1110:00-11:00 am ages 6-9 years Joanne Manning will create an art project with you to take home and enjoy. Registration begins Monday, June 29.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

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In the Garden with Van Goghsaturday, July 11, 2:00-2:45 Pm ages 18-36 months With caregiver Have a Starry afternoon! Enjoy music, movement, parachute play and create your own masterpiece with a variety of art mediums to take home. Registration begins Monday, June 29.

Colors and Musicmonday, July 1310:00-10:45 am ages Birth-18 months With caregiver

11:00-11:45 am ages 19-36 months With caregiver

1:00-1:45 Pm Or 2:00-2:45 Pm ages 3-5 years With caregiver Sing along with Dara Linthwaite and enjoy some songs about color.Registration begins Monday, June 29.

Talk About Bookstuesday, July 14, 1:00-2:00 Pm children entering grades 2-4Book: Cam Jansen and the Green School Mystery by David Adler Or tuesday, July 14, 2:30-3:30 Pm children entering grades 3-5Book: Baseball Fever by Joanna Hurwitzthursday, July 16, 3:30-4:30 Pm children entering grades 4-6Book: Found by Margaret Peterson HaddixJoin us for an hour of fun. Talk about our book, play special games, make craftsand more! Children will be required to read the book before class. Books will be available upon registration. Registration limited to one Talk About Books program per child. Registration begins Tuesday, June 30.

Magic School Bus Funtuesday, July 14 4:00-4:45 Pm Or 5:00-5:45 Pm ages 6-9 years

Join Doreen and Ellen for a Magic School Bus themed program with stories, crafts and more. Registration begins Tuesday, June 30.

Bottle Cap LocketWednesday, July 15, 2:00-3:00 Pm ages 6-9 years

Want to keep someone close to your heart? Come make this cool necklace for your best friend or parent. Please bring a small picture with you to put inside! Registration begins Wednesday, July 1.

Science of ToysFriday, July 17 1:00-2:00 Pm Or 2:15-3:15 Pm

ages 5-8 years

Did you know that some of your toys work using basic science principles? Use bouncing balls, yo-yos and other classic toys to discover the science of motion through fun, hands-on activities. Bring home a Mad Science Yo-Yo. Registration begins Friday, July 3.

Games for Twosmonday, July 20 10:00-10:45 am Or 11:00-11:45 am

ages 24-35 months With caregiver

Music, movement and games to keep your two-year-old interested! Join Kathy Roeder for this fun and interactive program.Registration begins Monday, July 6.

Green Wonders of the Earthmonday, July 20 2:00-3:00 Pm Or 3:30-4:15 Pm

ages 5-8 years

Explore the importance of green plants in our everyday life with Suffolk County Farm. Observe the plant life cycle and learn about all parts of plants. Plant your own seeds to take home and observe.Registration begins Monday, July 6.

Balloon Powered Vehiclestuesday, July 21 2:00-3:00 Pm Or 3:15-4:30 Pm

ages 7-10 years

Join Long Island Science Center as they visit the library. Build a car and power it with air from a balloon! Registration begins Tuesday, July 7.

Pajama Storytimetuesday, July 21, 7:00-7:45 Pm

ages 3-5 years With caregiver

Listen to and enjoy some sleepy stories and a movie. Come dressed in your p.j.’s and bring your favorite bedtime buddy to cuddle up with. Registration begins Tuesday, July 7.

Eat Dirt, You Worm!thursday, July 23 2:00-3:00 Pm Or 3:15-4:15 Pm

ages 6-9 years

Learn about worms and composting while making your own wormery. This is the

beginning of your very own earth-friendly compost pile. Worms included! Please bring a large plastic or glass jar to class!Registration begins Thursday, July 9.

Library LuauFriday, July 24 1:00-1:45 Pm Or 2:00-2:45 Pm

ages 3-5 years With caregiver

Enjoy some summertime fun with Doreen and Ellen. Registration begins Friday, July 10.

Baby Gamesmonday, July 27 10:00-10:45 am

ages 3-12 months With caregiver

11:00-11:45 am

ages 13-24 months With caregiver

Bring your baby and participate in age-appropriate activities designed to stimulate and encourage infant physical and mental development. Registration begins Monday, July 13.

Earthworksmonday, July 27 2:00-3:00 Pm Or 3:15-4:15 Pm

ages 7-10 years

Discover what the earth is composed of and learn all about rocks and

minerals. Mad Science will tell you about the forces that create earthquakes,

the natural faults under the earth’s crust and how mountains are formed. Registration begins Monday, July 13.

Talk About Bookstuesday, July 28, 1:00-2:00 Pm

children entering grades 2-4Book: Trash Bash by Judy Delton Orthursday, July 30, 2:00-3:00 Pm

children entering grades 3-5Book: Judy Moody Saves the World by Megan McDonald Orthursday, July 30, 3:30-4:30 Pm

children entering grades 4-6Book: The Thing About Georgieby Lisa Graff Join us for an hour of fun! Talk about our book, play special games, make crafts and more! Children will be required to read the book before class. Books will be available upon registration.Registration limited to one Talk About Books program per child.Registration begins Tuesday, July 14.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

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Recycled Wind ChimesWednesday, July 29 2:00-3:00 Pm Or 3:15-4:15 Pm

ages 6-9 years

This workshop uses plastic bottle and jar caps, beads and colorful hemp to create beautiful wind chimes. Please bring whatever caps you can collect to add to the pot! Registration begins Wednesday, July 15.

Kiddie Kraftsmonday, august 3 10:00-10:45 am Or 11:00-11:45 Pm

ages 2-5 years With caregiver

Visit the library for a craft program set up with four stations of summertime crafts. Registration begins Monday, July 20.

Bats: Friends not Fiendsmonday, august 3 2:00-3:00 Pm Or 3:15-4:15 Pm

ages 5-9 years

With their leather like wings, sharp teeth and nocturnal flights, bats are classic folklore demons. Discover the wondrous benefits of bats in the environment when Suffolk County Farm visits with this educational program. Registration begins Monday, July 20.

Summer Bingotuesday, august 4 4:00-4:45 Pm Or 5:00-5:45 Pm

ages 6-9 years

Join Doreen and Ellen for a summer-themed version of the classic game Bingo. Prizes and fun for all.Registration begins Tuesday, July 21.

Ice Cream ScienceWednesday, august 5 1:00-2:00 Pm Or 2:30-3:30 Pm Or 4:00-5:00 Pm

ages 5-10 years

Food Creativity! Make yummy ice cream concoctions with Long Island Science Center. Registration begins Wednesday, July 22.

It’s Not Easy Being Greenthursday, august 6 10:00-10:45 am Or 11:00-11:45 am ages 3-5 years With caregiver

Join Doreen and Ellen and celebrate Sesame Street’s 40th anniversary with Kermit and Sesame Street-themed crafts, fun and more. Registration begins Thursday, July 23.

Wacky Wavesthursday, august 6 2:00-3:00 Pm Or 3:15-4:15 Pm ages 6-9 years

Join Mad Science and create your own multi-density wave bottles while learning about water, waves and the environment. Simulate the effects of an ocean oil spill and develop creative techniques to clean it up! Registration begins Thursday, July 23.

Popcorn and a MovieTale of Despereaux rated gFriday, august 7, 2:00-3:30 Pm all ages With caregiver

Watch a movie and enjoy a snack! Parents must remain in the building with kids under

9 years old! Registration begins Friday, July 24.

Make Your Own Chia Petmonday, august 10, 10:00-11:00 am ages 3-5 years With caregiver

Take an empty yogurt container, fill it with a little dirt and grass seed and you’ve got the start of your very own grassy-haired creature! Registration begins Monday, July 27.

Spirit of Inventionmonday, august 10 2:00-3:00 Pm Or 3:15-4:15 Pm

ages 5-8 years

See our collection of inventions and guess their functions. Learn how inventions are created through a combination of technology, problem solving and creativity. Use recycled materials to create your own futuristic invention with Long Island Children’s Museum. Registration begins Monday, July 27.

My Nature Journalthursday, august 13, 2:00-3:00 Pm

ages 5-9 years

Taking a nature walk can be a memorable experience at any time of the year. We will create a journal with room to store all the little tiny treasures you might find on a walk this summer. Registration begins Thursday, July 30.

Bubble BonanzaFriday, august 14 10:00-11:00 am Or 11:15 am-12:15 Pm

ages 3-5 years With caregiver

The Long Island Children’s Museum brings bubbles to the library! Play with bubbles at four interactive stations and learn about their unique physical properties. Make bubble wands, prints and bubble shapes. Become a bubble scientist! Be sure to wear old clothes, you may get wet and messy!This program will be held outside weather permitting! Registration begins Friday, July 3.

Katie’s Puppetsmonday, august 17, 10:30-11:30 am ages 2-6 years With caregiver

Join us as we wind down our summer programs when Katie’s Puppets presents the famous Mr. Mouse in a puppet show sure to please every child! Don’t miss it.Registration begins Monday, August 3.

Summer Reading Club Finale:Transformationstuesday, august 18, 10:30-11:30 am ages 5-10 years

A truly unique show that uses face painting to turn audience volunteers into stories from around the world. Agostino Arts presents this amazing show too good to miss! Registration begins Tuesday, August 4.

Pajama Storytimethursday, august 20, 7:00-7:45 Pm ages 3-5 years With caregiver

Listen to and enjoy some sleepy stories and a movie. Come dressed in your p.j.’s and bring your favorite bedtime buddy to cuddle up with. Registration begins Thursday, August 6.

Let’s Get Ready for Schooltuesday, august 2510:00-11:00 am Or 11:15 am-12:15 Pm ages 3-5 years With caregiver

Join A Time for Kids for an hour of getting into the school mood. Brush up on school skills and get your child ready for transition back to school.Registration begins Tuesday, August 11.

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Going Greene: Teen Summer Reading ClubJuly 6 – august 14For teens entering grade 6 & uP

Earn prizes and raffle tickets for books read. The more you read the more chances you have to win a MYSTERY GRAND PRIZE.Registration begins Monday, July 6.

Battle of the Bookstuesdays, June 30 – august 184:30-6:00 Pm entering grades 6-9 in the Fall

Calling all teens! Become part of our team and join us for the Battle of the Books. Have fun while reading books and competing against other libraries. The excitement begins in May and will continue in the new library on Tuesdays in July and August until Battle day on Saturday, August 15. Don’t miss it! Registration began Friday, May 1.

Book BuddiesWednesdays, July 1 – august 1210:45-11:45 am

entering grades 6 & uP

Read to pre–schoolers and earn community service credit during the summer! Registration begins Monday, June 22 (call to register while the library is closed for moving).

Recycled Messenger BagsFriday, July 10, 7:00-8:00 Pm

ages 10 & uP

We’ll reuse plastic grocery bags and turn them into one funky messenger bag you can actually use! Please bring 10 plastic shopping bags to this program in colors you like. Registration begins Wednesday, July 1.

Art with Joannesaturday, July 11, 11:30-12:30 Pm ages 10 & uP

Joanne Manning will help you create a cool art project to take home and enjoy. Registration begins Wednesday, July 1.

$ Five Hour Pre-Licensing CourseWednesday, July 154:00-9:00 Pm

ages 16 years & older With a Permit

Getting ready to take your road test? Take this five-hour class required by the Department of Motor Vehicles about driving techniques and highway safety. Bring your Learner’s Permit to class! A non-refundable fee of $35.00 is required at registration. Checks only made out to “Sayville Library”. Registration begins Wednesday, July 1.

Teen Movie NightInkheart rated PgFriday, July 176:30-8:30 Pm ages 10 & uP

Join us for an evening filled with pizza, fun and a movie. Registration begins Wednesday, July 1.

Mysterious Benedict Society: Book ChatWednesday, July 224:00-5:00 Pm

ages 10 & uP

Join us for a discussion of Trenton Lee Stewart’s exciting adventure, The Mysterious Benedict Society, followed by some mind–bending, brain-busting riddles and games. Registration begins Wednesday, July 1.

Paper Beadsthursday, July 234:30-5:30 Pm

ages 10 & uP

Really! Using magazines, catalogs, and other recycled papers, we will cut and roll beautiful beads! Add some bling and elastic to make bracelets, necklaces, lanyards, and more. Registration begins Wednesday, July 1.

Wii Tournament: Outdoor ChallengeFriday, July 247:00-8:30 Pm

ages 10 & uP

As much fun as you can have indoors! Challenge your friends to rigorous outdoor activities using the Nintendo Wii. Registration begins Wednesday, July 1.

Recycled Wind ChimesWednesday, July 294:30-5:30 Pm

ages 10 & uP

This workshop uses plastic bottle and jar caps, beads and colorful hemp. Please bring whatever caps you can collect to add to the pot!Registration begins Wednesday, July 1.

Wii Tournament: BrawlFriday, august 77:00-8:30 Pm

ages 10 & uP

Put your skills to the test during our Super Smash Brothers Brawl Tournament. Registration begins Saturday, August 1.

Teen Movie NightCoraline rated PgFriday, august 216:30-8:30 Pm ages 10 & uP

Join us for an evening filled with pizza, fun and a movie. Registration begins Saturday, August 1.

Runescape Lan PartyFriday, august 287:00-8:30 Pm

ages 10 & uP

Calling all Runescape fans – join us to play against your friends or someone new. Registration begins Saturday, August 1.

** A current Sayville Library card is required to register for any YA programs

ADULT PROGRAMSRegistration begins Monday, June 8, at the Adult Reference Desk for all programs. Phone registration will be available on a first come first serve basis from June 9 to June 26 excluding nights and weekends. Programs listed with this symbol ($) require in-person registration, a Sayville Library card and a fee. Checks or money orders only please, made payable to Sayville Library at time of registration unless otherwise noted. For more information, stop by or call 589-4440 X 305.

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Ellis Island ExperienceWednesday, July 8, 7:00-8:00 Pm Ellis Island has become the symbol of the American immigrant experience. Forty percent of all Americans are descended from immigrants that came to the United States through Ellis Island. Join us for this informative program about the island and hear the stories of our immigrant ancestors and the place that introduced them to America.

You Choose! Music Programthursday, July 16, 7:00-8:30 Pm Bass Baritone Gunter Stern will perform an interactive concert where the audience decides which songs will be performed! Each audience member will receive a list of songs to choose from, songs made famous by Al Jolson, pop ballads, American songbook selections and more. Don’t miss this unique evening of music!

$ Women’s Weight TrainingFridays, July 17, 24, 31 & august 14, 21, 28,2:00-3:00 Pm fee: $20 six sessiOns

Have fun and get fit learning basic weight and resistance training with certified expert, Ellyn Seltzer. You can bring a set of 2 lb. dumbbells, if desired, or use resistance bands (which can be purchased at the program for $3). Appropriate for seniors. Please check with your physician before beginning any workout program.

Hand Quiltingmondays, July 20 & august 3, 17 6:30-8:30 Pm

Learn how to hand quilt your own quilting blocks or get help on your current projects with expert Gloria Bleidner. All experience levels are welcome.

Reverse Mortgage SeminarWednesday, July 22, 7:00-8:00 Pm Get your questions answered, once again, about reverse mortgages. This informational program will outline not only the positives and negatives of a reverse mortgage, but who can qualify for one, as well as what the differences are between a reverse mortgage and conforming mortgage.

Baking Coach Summer Fruit Tartletsthursday, July 23, 7:00-8:30 Pm

The Baking Coach will demonstrate how to make this great summer treat, perfect for all of those picnics and barbecues! You will go home with your own set of fruit tartlets to bake and enjoy!

Hugo ChavezWednesday, July 29, 7:00-8:30 Pm

Hugo Chavez is one of the most controversial and polarizing figures in international politics today. Bart Jones, Newsday reporter and the author of: Hugo!: The Hugo Chavez Story from Mud Hut to Perpetual Revolution, will talk about Chavez’s rise from poverty to international prominence.

Long Island Ruinsthursday, July 30, 7:00-8:30 Pm

Experience the different eras of Long Island through the ruins that have been left behind! This multimedia presentation will include video, photos, and interpretation of the ruins from past industries, including those from the gilded age, military fortifications and left-behinds from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.

$ Writing WorkshopWednesdays, august 5, 12, 19, 26 11:00 am-1:00 pm • fee: $25Carol Moore and Carol McGorry from the English Department at Suffolk County Community College will teach the basics of writing. Covered in the workshop will be both poetry and prose, and students will leave with a final draft of a memoir-like piece, as well as instructions on what to do to continue to develop their stories.

Healthy Lao CookingWednesday, august 5, 7:00 Pm

Are you trying to maintain a healthy diet, but are tired of the same old recipes? Join Penn Basar, experienced cook and cookbook author, and learn some new, healthy and delicious recipes from Laos and other parts of Southeast Asia (tasting included!).

Why Do Serial Killers Kill?Wednesday, august 12, 7:00-8:30 Pm

Tom Philbin, author of The Killer Book of Serial Killers, will present what he has learned about serial killers while doing research for his book, including insights concerning the possible motivations of different serial killers.

$ One-Stroke Painting ScrapbookThursday, augusT 13, 6:30-8:30 pm • fee: $10Learn the one-stroke painting technique and go home with a beautifully decorated book to use as a photo album or scrapbook!

Introduction to Macsthursday, august 27, 7:00-8:30 Pm

If you are considering buying a Mac or have recently purchased one, this is the program for you. Learn the ins and outs of Macintosh computers, including the basics of OS X Leopard and how to get started.

Adult Summer reAding ClubJoin the Adult Summer Reading Club and “Go Greene” with us at our new building! Sign up at the Adult Services Desk and with your first book read receive a biodegradable and BPA-free water bottle made from recycled plastic! With each additional book read, you will receive a raffle ticket for our end-of-season prize basket. The basket will be filled to the brim with products that will help you “Go Greene.” See the Adult Services Desk for details. Sign up begins Monday, July 6.

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The Library will be closed on Sundays starting June 14

bOarD Of trusteesmary lou centeri, President

sharon liPPman, vice President

Brendan mccurdy, secretary linda halliday, dePuty secretary

John Patin, trustee

alice lePore, liBrary director

deBorah Pouletsos, editor

liBrary Board meetings monday, July 13, 7:00 pm

Holiday Closing Schedule:Saturday, July 4

Printed on Recycled Paper

Computer CornerJoin our staff trainers for any or all of the following computer courses.

Microsoft Word for Beginnersmonday, July 6 OR saturday, July 18, 10:15 am

Learn the basics of this useful word processing program. Hands-on, limited to 8.

Microsoft Excel for Beginnersmonday, august 10 OR saturday, august 29, 10:15 am

Learn the basics of this useful spreadsheet program. Hands-on, limited to 8.

$ Defensive Driving for Seniorssaturday, July 11, 10:00 am-4:00 Pm

fee: $20Take this class at a discounted rate and save money on your auto insurance. You must be fifty years of age or older. Check or money order payable to “Sayville Library”.

$ Suffolk Safety Defensive Drivingsaturday, august 15, 10:00 am-4:00 Pm

fee: $28Take this class and save money on your auto insurance. Check or money order payable to “Sayville Library”.

Regularly Scheduled Programs

Long Island Railroad Trip toNew York CitysaturDay, July 25 Departure: 8:40 am Take the Long Island Railroad from the Ronkonkoma station into the city for a discounted rate. See a show, spend some time at a museum or just see the sights! You may return any time during the day. Please reserve your seat at the Adult Services Desk. Payment must be made at the time of registration and is non-refundable. Space is limited. Please arrive 20 minutes prior to departure time on the platform outside the first car. Limit-6 tickets per patron.Due to changes in MTA fares, the exact price was unavailable at the time of printing. Please check with the Adult Services Desk for the confirmed price.

Princeton Museum of Art & Thomas Edison MuseumthursDay, OctOber 15 Experience the best of the Arts and Invention! The trip will begin with a tour of the Thomas A. Edison Menlo Park Museum, which exhibits many of the roughly 400 inventions patented by Edison. We will then make our way to Princeton where lunch will be served at the Main Street Bistro. After lunch, take the Museum Highlights tour at the Princeton Museum of Art, which features “an impressive range of art from ancient to modern.”Departure: 8:15 am Fee: $85.00

Film & DessertFriday, July 10, 1:00 Pm rated r, 129 min.Milk Starring: Sean Penn & Josh Brolin

Friday, august 7, 1:00 Pm rated r, 121 min.Slumdog Millionaire Starring: Dev Patel & Madhur Mittal

Book Discussion Grouptuesday, June 30, 1:00 Pm Book Discussion Luncheon at Mannino’s Restaurant The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski*see Adult Services Desk to sign up for the luncheon

July 28, 3:00 Pm

White Tiger by Aravind Adiga

august 25, 3:00 Pm

Dreams from My Father by Barack Obama