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January, February & March 2017 *ASANTE’S AFRICAN DANCE & DRUM SAFARI Sunday, February 5 from 2-3 pm Celebrate story, music and dance in this informative, entertaining and interactive event! Kids, teens, adults – all are welcome! See more Black History month events on page 3. SHRED EVENT: THE SHREDDERSAURUS IS COMING TO THE LIBRARY! Saturday, March 4 from 11 am-3 pm Free shredding event! Protect your identity! Bring your old documents (limit 2 bank boxes per patron) to the back of the Library. First come-rst served. (MOSTLY) TRUE THINGS STORYTELLING SLAM! March 8 at 7 pm Take the challenge! Join the laughter in the room and guess what’s true as Jude Treder Wolff opens her award winning storytelling slam, (mostly) TRUE THINGS with her own penned narrative about small bs and big omissions. “We all do it”, she says to the crowd. “We all twist the truth.” Register at the Patchogue Theatre box ofce or call 631-207-1313. This program is FREE! Space is limited, rst come rst served. We’re open! The Carnegie Library hours are Monday through Friday from 2:30-8:30 pm, Saturdays 9:30 am-5:30 pm and Sundays 1-5 pm. Teens are already using the space for homework, participating in hands- on activities after-school, and meeting new friends. Parking is free behind the Carnegie Library, and the building is fully accessible. Feel free to stop in to have a peek at the wonderful work all of our local craftsmen and women have accomplished to bring the Carnegie back to life. We look forward to seeing you! MORNING YOGA AT THE CARNEGIE Two 6-week series Series 1: Thursdays, January 12 through February 16 from 7-8 am Series 2: Thursdays, March 2 through April 6 from 7-8 am All levels welcome, no registration required. A new partnership with Plaza MAC! Books will be available at the Circulation Desk one month before the program. After a brief discussion of the book at the Library, we will watch a screening at The Plaza MAC, then talk about both. A complimentary movie ticket, valid only for this showing, will be provided at the discussion before the lm. *THE COLOR PURPLE Saturday, February 18 from 10 am-2:15 pm and Thursday, February 23 from 6:15-10:30 pm *THE HOURS Saturday, March 18 from 10:30 am-2:15 pm and Thursday, March 23 from 6:45-10:30 pm SERIES Get it. Get it. Read it. Read it. Watch it. Watch it. Thank You Lauren! Lauren Nichols, the Library Director for the past 3 years, is stepping down in January to begin a new chapter in her life. As Director, Lauren served as the coordinator of the Carnegie Library restoration project, while simultaneously leading the Library with efciency and spirit during the resurgence of Patchogue Village. In addition, she served on the Board of the Medford Chamber and contributed to the successful concert series enjoyed each summer in the Medford Community. We are truly proud of her contributions to our community and wish her well in her future endeavors. Beginning in January, we welcome new Director Danielle Paisley. r rst st t t ser ser s ved ved. . WEST AVENUE JAZZ January 22 Sponsored by the Friends of the Library THE LITTLE WILSON DUO April 2 SONGS OF IRELAND March 12 PURE JOY WITH PAIGE PATTERSON February 26 MUSIC ON A SUNDAY AFTERNOON MUSIC ON A SUNDAY AFTERNOON at 2:30 pm at 2:30 pm Board of Trustees Harold Trabold, President Lisa Caselles Elizabeth Kennedy Tiffany Rivera Eleanor Ryder Danielle Paisley, Director ****ECRWSS**** RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD LIBRARY DISTRICT Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage PAID Patchogue, NY 11772 Permit No. 186 Main Library Hours Monday-Friday 9:30 am – 9 pm Saturday 9:30 am – 5:30 pm Sunday (October-May) 1 – 5 pm Carnegie Library Hours Monday-Friday 2:30 – 8:30 pm Saturday 9:30 am-5:30 pm | Sunday (October-May) 1-5 pm PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD LIBRARY 54-60 East Main Street | Patchogue, NY 11772 (631) 654-4700 | www.pmlib.org CARNEGIE LIBRARY 160 West Main Street Patchogue, NY 11772 | (631) 438-3290 A monthly program that will encourage you to imagine and create using real tools and everyday materials in exciting ways. OPTICAL ILLUSIONS Saturday, January 14 from 11 am-1 pm CANDY CHROMATOGRAPHY Saturday, March 11 from 11 am-1 pm SECOND ECOND SATURDAYS ATURDAYS Stop by for fun “edutainment” activities for everyone!

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January, February & March 2017

*ASANTE’S AFRICAN DANCE & DRUM SAFARISunday, February 5 from 2-3 pm Celebrate story, music and dance in this informative, entertaining and interactive event! Kids, teens, adults – all are welcome!See more Black History month events on page 3.

SHRED EVENT: THE SHREDDERSAURUS IS COMING TO THE LIBRARY!Saturday, March 4 from 11 am-3 pmFree shredding event! Protect your identity! Bring your old documents (limit 2 bank boxes per patron) to the back of the Library. First come-fi rst served.

(MOSTLY) TRUE THINGS STORYTELLING SLAM! March 8 at 7 pm

Take the challenge! Join the laughter in the room and guess what’s true as Jude Treder Wolff opens her award winning storytelling slam, (mostly) TRUE THINGS with her own penned narrative about small fi bs and big omissions. “We all do it”, she says to the crowd. “We all twist the truth.” Register at the Patchogue Theatre box offi ce or call 631-207-1313. This program is FREE! Space is limited, fi rst come fi rst served.

We’re open!The Carnegie Library hours are Monday

through Friday from 2:30-8:30 pm, Saturdays 9:30 am-5:30 pm and Sundays 1-5 pm. Teens are already using the space

for homework, participating in hands-on activities after-school, and meeting new friends. Parking is free behind the

Carnegie Library, and the building is fully accessible. Feel free to stop in to have

a peek at the wonderful work all of our local craftsmen and women have

accomplished to bring the Carnegie back to life. We look forward to seeing you!

MORNING YOGA AT THE CARNEGIE Two 6-week series

Series 1: Thursdays, January 12 through February 16 from 7-8 am

Series 2: Thursdays, March 2 through April 6 from 7-8 am

All levels welcome, no registration required.

A new partnership with Plaza MAC! Books will be available at the Circulation Desk one month before the program. After a brief discussion of the book at the Library, we will watch a screening at The Plaza MAC, then talk about both. A complimentary movie ticket, valid only for this showing, will be provided at the discussion before the fi lm.

*THE COLOR PURPLE Saturday, February 18 from 10 am-2:15 pm and Thursday, February 23 from 6:15-10:30 pm

*THE HOURS Saturday, March 18 from 10:30 am-2:15 pm and Thursday, March 23 from 6:45-10:30 pm

S E R I E S Get it.Get it. Read it.Read it. Watch it.Watch it.

Thank You Lauren!Lauren Nichols, the Library Director for the past 3 years, is stepping down in January to begin a new chapter in her life. As Director, Lauren served as the coordinator of the Carnegie Library restoration project, while simultaneously

leading the Library with effi ciency and spirit during the resurgence of Patchogue Village. In addition, she served on the Board of the Medford Chamber

and contributed to the successful concert series enjoyed each summer in the Medford Community. We are truly proud of her contributions

to our community and wish her well in her future endeavors. Beginning in January, we welcome new Director Danielle Paisley.

fi rfirst st t t sersers vedved..

WESTAVENUE JAZZ

January 22 Sponsored by the

Friends of the Library

THE LITTLE WILSON DUO

April 2

SONGS OF IRELANDMarch 12

PURE JOY WITH PAIGE PATTERSON February 26

MUSIC ON A SUNDAY AFTERNOONMUSIC ON A SUNDAY AFTERNOONat 2:30 pmat 2:30 pm

Board of TrusteesHarold Trabold, PresidentLisa Caselles Elizabeth Kennedy Tiffany Rivera Eleanor Ryder

Danielle Paisley, Director

****ECRWSS****RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMERPATCHOGUE-MEDFORD

LIBRARY DISTRICT

Non-Profit OrganizationU.S. Postage

PAIDPatchogue, NY 11772

Permit No. 186

Main Library HoursMonday-Friday 9:30 am – 9 pm

Saturday 9:30 am – 5:30 pmSunday (October-May) 1 – 5 pm

Carnegie Library HoursMonday-Friday 2:30 – 8:30 pm

Saturday 9:30 am-5:30 pm | Sunday (October-May) 1-5 pm

PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD LIBRARY54-60 East Main Street | Patchogue, NY 11772(631) 654-4700 | www.pmlib.org

CARNEGIE LIBRARY160 West Main Street Patchogue, NY 11772 | (631) 438-3290

A monthly program that will encourage you to imagine and create using real tools and everyday materials in

exciting ways.

OPTICAL ILLUSIONS Saturday, January 14

from 11 am-1 pm

CANDY CHROMATOGRAPHYSaturday, March 11 from 11 am-1 pm

SECOND ECOND SATURDAYSATURDAYS

Stop by for fun “edutainment”

activities for everyone!

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*HEALTH INSURANCE INFORMATION, COUNSELING & ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HIICAP)Thursdays, January 12, February 9 & March 9 Meet individually with an RSVP Suffolk volunteer for Medicare health insurance information. Call 631-654-4700 ext. 220 for an appointment.

* FOR ADULTS

Fridays, January 13, 27, February 10, 24, March 10 & 24 from 6:30-8:30 pmNew and experienced players are invited to join Dungeon Master Harry in this role-play game.

*OTAKUFEST: ANIME FOR ADULTSSaturdays January 14, February 11 & March 11 from 1-3 pm

*OFF SITE EVENTNOVEL BREWS: BOOK DISCUSSION@ THE CHEESEPATCH WITH EMILYBooks available the fi rst of each month. Wednesday, January 18 at 7 pm-The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce Wednesday, February 15 at 7 pm- The Room by Jonas Karlsson Wednesday, March 15 at 7 pm- The Passenger by Lisa Lutz

*AROMATHERAPY SCRUBSThursday, January 19 at 7 pm Aromatherapist Tara Penske will show you how to incorporate aromatherapy and essential oils into facial and body scrubs.

*TEAM TRIVIAFriday, January 20 from 6-7:30 pmBring your friends or make new ones. Prizes awarded to the top teams!

*PML GAME ON!Saturdays, January 21, February 18 & March 18 from 1-3 pm A casual afternoon on the PS4 with snacks and giveaways.

*MOBILE LEGAL HELP CENTERMonday, January 23 from 10 am-3 pmFREE legal assistance on civil issues related to: Housing (tenant only), Foreclosure, Public Benefi ts, Disability Benefi ts, Healthcare Benefi ts, Identity Theft, Debt Management, Consumer Credit, Immigration, Domestic Violence, Divorce, Custody, Employment, Superstorm Sandy and Advance Planning. Call 631-654-4700 ext. 237 for an appointment.

*EATING FOR ENERGYWednesday, January 25 at 6:30 pm Learn to boost your energy with Holistic Health coach Tina Annibell. Take home recipes.

*OFF SITE EVENTGRAPHIC NOVEL BREWS @ ROAST WITH MIKEBooks available the fi rst of each month. Wednesday, January 25 at 9 pm-March, Book 1 Wednesday, February 22 at 9 pm- Low, Vol. 1: The Delirium of Hope Wednesday, March 22 at 9 pm- The Pride of Baghdad

ONGOING EVENTSCOMPUTER BASICS ONE-ON-ONE Tuesdays at 1, 2 or 3 pmCall 631-654-4700 ext. 220 for an appointment.

SENIOR ADVOCATE Tuesdays, January 10 & March 14 from 2:30-4:30 pm

SPANISH CONVERSATION GROUP Wednesdays from 5-6 pmCall 631-654-4700 ext. 257.

GENEALOGY DROP-INWednesdays from 6-7 pm

CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH GROUP Thursdays from 7-8:30 pm Call 631-654-4700 ext. 234.

GENEALOGY ONE-ON-ONE Call 631-654-4700 ext. 220 for an appointment.

COMMUNITY SERVICES COUNSELING Call 631-654-4700 ext. 220 for an appointment.

CAREER COUNSELINGCall 631-654-4700 ext. 220 for an appointment.

BILINGUAL IMMIGRATION COUNSELING Call 631-654-4700 ext. 234 for an appointment.

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARYMeet March 7 at 7 pm.

ADULT CLASSES & EVENTSRegistration is required for all classes marked with an asterisk (*). District residents may register in person, online or by telephone beginning January 3, unless otherwise noted. Out-of-district residents may register one week after.

*SPORT FISHING ON LONG ISLAND-INSHORE FISHINGThursday, January 26 at 7 pm Captain Jerry McGrath shares tips and techniques for catching striped bass, blackfi sh and summer fl ounder.

*PML GAME ON! SPORTS EDITIONSaturdays, January 28, February 25 & March 25 from 1-3 pm A casual afternoon on the PS4 with snacks and giveaways.

*ART TALK: LEONARDO DA VINCIWednesday, February 1 at 7 pm Learn about the quintessential “Renaissance Man” through his paintings and artwork.

*AARP TAX PREPARATIONWednesdays, February 1 through April 12 from 12-4 pm Basic forms only. Appointment required. (Nondistrict residents may register beginning January 17 subject to availability.) Call 631-654-4700 ext. 220 for an appointment.

*ZUMBAThursdays, February 2, 9 and 16at 7 pm Dance fi tness program that combines cardio, balance, fl exibility and muscle conditioning. All levels welcome.

*LEARN OR IMPROVE YOUR SPANISH SKILLS SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS– Saturdays beginning February 4 from 10-11:30 am Learn the very basics including greetings, introductions, times, days and key grammar points.

SPANISH FOR INTERMEDIATES– Wednesdays beginning February 8 from 7-8:30 pm This class will focus on speaking Spanish in an interactive class that includes, video clips, songsand games. Register beginning January 9 by calling 631-654-4700 ext. 234.

*VALENTINE’S KARAOKE FOR ALLFriday, February 10 from 6:30-8:30 pmSing, snack and make some heart-shaped crafts – wear your red, pink or purple! All ages welcome.

*GOT SEEDS?Saturday, February 18 from 1-2:30 pmFirst Annual Seed Swap! The L.I. Regional Seed Consortium is working with the Library and local gardening organizations to build the areas fi rst public seed Library. Bring your seeds for the unveiling of the seed catalog. Become a part of this supportive community of seed savers.

*BOOK DISCUSSION: A LESSON BEFORE DYINGThursday, February 23 at 7 pm Books available February 1. This novel by Ernest Gaines is set in Louisiana in the late 1940s. The book was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize and, won the National Book Critics Circle Award in 1993.

*INTRO TO YOGA WITH LISA MELENDEZWednesdays, March 1 & 22 from 7-8 pm For all levels. Bring a mat/towel and dress comfortably.

*MAH JONG: INTERMEDIATEThursdays, March 2, 9 and 23 from 6:30-8:30 pm Mah Jong experience necessary. Sharpen your skills, set up your hands and increase your knowledge of this ancient tile game.

*THE SWEET SIDE OF IRELAND - COOKING DEMO: IRISH SODA BREAD Thursday, March 2 from 1-2:30 pm or Thursday, March 9 from 6:30-8 pmLocal cookbook author Margaret Johnson offers techniques for making Irish soda bread. Enjoy a tasting. Sale/signing.

*EVERYBODY EATS!Sunday, March 5 from 2-4 pmEnjoy foods from around the world and share recipes while expanding your knowledge of different cultures in our community. Fun for the whole family.

*DO THE WRITE THINGThursdays, March 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 10 am-12 pm Creative writing group.

*SAFE BOATING COURSESaturday, March 11 from 10 am-4:30 pm Meets requirements for boaters in NYS and for all persons using personal watercraft required by NYS law. Jet Ski operators 14 years and older and children 10 to 17 must complete this course if operating any powered vessel. $30 check/per person payable to CGAUX Flotilla 1806 due at class.

*6-HOUR DRIVER SAFETY COURSEWednesday & Thursday, March 15 & 16 from 5:45-8:45 pm In-person registration begins February 7. $35 (check only to Driver Safety Program) at registration.

*AUDREY HEPBURNWednesday, March 15 at 7 pm Explore the many phases of the life of Audrey Hepburn from her childhood in occupied Holland during WWII to her career as a dancer, model, actress and humanitarian.

*SENIOR STRETCH & FLEXWednesdays, March 22, 29, April 5 & April 19 from 2-3 pm Bring 1, 2 or 3 pound weights.

* JOB SEARCH STRATEGIES WITH CAREER COACH KAREN MCKENNAThursday, March 23 at 7 pm Learn about resources and actions job seekers can take to make their searches more effective

*SPRING CLEANING: LET’S CLEAR THE CLUTTER FIRSTThursday, March 30 at 7 pm Professional organizer Alice Price discusses simple but powerful tips to help you get control of the clutter in your home or offi ce.

PREPARATHONWednesday, April 5 at 7 pm Families are invited to take part in activities that will help with planning for emergencies. Boy and Girl Scout troops welcome. Presented by the LI Volunteer Center, Suffolk County Offi ce of Emergency Management, Patchogue Ambulance, the Greater Patchogue Community Organization Active in Disaster (COAD), the Library and many other organizations.

SENIOR BINGOFridays, January 6, February 3 & March 3 from 10-11:30 am Join us for cookies, coffee and fun.

*PML SOCIETY SAYS!Saturdays, January 7, February 4 & March 4 from 1:30-3 pm Discuss contemporary social issues in the context of short fi ction, short fi lms and one-act plays. Titles available 2 weeks before each scheduled discussion.

REEL WORLD-MOVIES Saturdays, January 7 through March 25 from 3-5:15 pm Enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks.

TAI CHI WITH SHARONSundays, January 8 and/or February 12from 2-3:30 pm Participate in this 1 hour class and then a half-hour of guided relaxation.

*INTRODUCTION TO BRIDGEWednesdays, January 11 through March 1 from 7-8:30 pm Learn the basics including bidding and strategies with American Contract Bridge instructor Mark Shaiman.

*AARP SMART DRIVER COURSEWednesdays and Thursdays, January 11 & 12, February 8 & 9 or March 8 & 9 from 9:30 am-12:30 pm In-person registration begins January 3for district residents. $20- AARP members, $25- non-members.(check or money order at registration).

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ARTS & CRAFTSAll materials & instruction provided.

PAC SKETCH CLUBWednesdays, January 4 through March 22 from 6:30-8:30 pm Join us weekly for The Patchogue Arts Council Sketch Club, created to bring people together to discover the value of sketching and to help artists enhance their drawing skills. Join us weekly in our cozy Library space. For more information on the PAC Sketch Club visit: www.facebook.com/groups/patchsketch

*CRAFT TIME WITH RINETTETuesdays, January 10, February 7 & March 7 from 5-7 pm Seasonal crafts with that unique Rinette touch!

*COLORING AND COFFEEThursdays, January 12, February 9 & March 9 from 10 am-12 pm Coloring for adults is really a thing! Materials provided. Themes include Inspirational (January), Animals (February) and Places (March).

*BOOK ARTS WORKSHOP: MEMORY ALBUMFriday, January 13 from 6-8:30 pmNew Year project - create a handmade book - using simple binding techniques - to collect and display memorable photos and other important items! All materials but feel free to bring your own 12” x 12” (or other sized) pages.

TRIPSTRAIN TO NEW YORK CITYSaturday, March 18 Travel in together, return anytime that day PRICE: $10.00 (CASH ONLY) round trip. Tickets must be purchased at least one week in advance of travel date. Meet a Library representative at 8:15 a.m. at the Patchogue Railroad Station. SORRY NO REFUNDS.

BUS TRIP:PHILADELPHIA FLOWER SHOW (HOLLAND FLOWERING THE WORLD)Saturday, March 18See the beautiful array of tulips, fl owers, landscapes and much more arranged by talented landscapers. Tickets priced at $59.00 per ticket CASH and/or CHECK ONLY (limit 4) includes admission and coach bus, go on sale to district residents Wednesday, February 8, from 10-10:30 am at the Front Desk. Everyone, including children, must have a ticket. Non-district residents may purchase tickets beginning February 10, at the Main Desk subject to availability. Bus leaves parking lot behind the Library promptly at 7:30 am. SORRY NO REFUNDS.

GENEALOGY*CLIMBING YOUR FAMILY TREE

Workshops with a short lecture and open discussion.

ELUSIVE ANCESTORS: Thursday, January 5 from 10-11:30 am

Are you having trouble locating your family?

Learn tips to fi nd these relatives.

ONLINE HISTORICAL NEWSPAPERS: Thursday, February 2 from 10-11:30 am

Learn how to fi nd valuable information in old newspapers.

CEMETERY RESEARCH: Thursday, March 2 from 10-11:30 am

Cemeteries can provide clues to your family history.

*GENEALOGY BASICSBEGINNING YOUR SEARCH:

Wednesday, January 18 from 7-8:30 pm Have you always wanted to discover your family’s history but had no idea

how to get started? This class will show you how to fi nd information

about your ancestors.

ONLINE HISTORICAL NEWSPAPERS: Wednesday, March 1 from 7-8:30 pm

Learn how to fi nd valuable information in old newspapers.

*GENEALOGY RESEARCH GROUPShare Session at 9:30 am

Saturday, January 28 from 10-11:30 am Topic: Researching in the

“Black Hole” 1940s-1960s. This time period is often the most diffi cult to research. Get some tips

on how to fi nd your family.Saturday, February 25 from 10-11:30 am

Topic: How to Preserve your Family Documents & Treasures.

Presenter: Melanie Cardone. Saturday, March 25 from 10-11:30 am

Topic: Researching the Jewish Community of Long Island.

Presenter Rhoda Miller will discuss the research involved in her newest

book, “The Jewish Community of Long Island.” Sale and signing.

*DISCOVER YOUR AFRICAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE

Wednesday, February 22 from 7-8:30 pm Certifi ed Genealogist Joysetta Pearse

and Julius Pearse, founders of the African-Atlantic Genealogical Society

will discuss genealogy resources and assist you in your search for

your family tree.

*GENEALOGY LOCK-INSaturday, April 1 from 1-9 pm

Presented by Colleen Fitzpatrick, PhD, a Forensic Genealogist and author of “Forensic Genealogy and DNA &

Genealogy.” Registration is a must and begins March 1.

*UKULELE JAM Mondays, January 9, February 13

& March 13 from 7-8:30 pmGrab your uke or borrow one of ours! No experience required.

*VOCAL JAM PML SINGS!Saturdays, January 14, February 11

and March 11 from 11 am -12:30 pmSing popular, show and folk songs

with your friends – a capella or with guitar accompaniment.

*GUITAR JAMMondays, January 30, February 27

& March 20 from 7-8:30 pm Grab your guitar and learn from the master, Patchogue’s own, Joe Loschiavo. Beginner and

experienced players welcome. AFTERNOON

MOVIESSTAR TREK BEYONDWednesday, January 18 at 1 pm

FLORENCE FOSTER JENKINS

Wednesday, February 15 at 1 pm

SULLYWednesday, March 15 at 1 pm

*WINTER READING CLUB

Sign up at the Reference Desk beginning January 3. For every book

that you read or listen to, you will be entered into a raffle drawing.

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MARTIN LUTHER KING’S BIRTHDAY: PEACE FLAGSSaturday, January 21 from 11 am-12 pm For families. January is a time for resolutions, wishes and dreams for the new year. Learn about Dr. King’s dream and make a wish fl ag with your own peaceful wishes for the new year.

*CYPHERSaturday, February 4 from 3:30-4:30 pm Join hip hop group Midnight Grahmmer for a celebration of the past, present and future of Black Americans through music and spoken word.

*ASANTE’S AFRICAN DANCE & DRUM SAFARISunday, February 5 from 2-3 pmSee front page for details.

*I BELIEVE I CAN FLY-THE BESSIE COLEMAN STORYWednesday, February 8 from 6:30-8 pm Oral History Storyteller/educator Terri Kirkland Banks brings history to life with her portrayal of Bessie Coleman, the fi rst African American woman aviator .

*BOOK TO SCREEN SERIES:THE COLOR PURPLE Saturday, February 18 from 10 am-2:15 pm and Thursday, February 23 from 6:15-10:30 pmBook and fi lm discussion. See front page for details.

“WHO WAS...?” STORYTIMEThursday, February 23 from 4:30-5:15 pm For grades K-2. Learn about America and African-Americans from our nation’s past and make a craft.

PURE JOY WITH PAIGE PATTERSON Sunday, February 26 at 2:30 pm Enjoy the sounds of music from the Harlem Renaissance to the 90’s.

ARTSY SMARTSY: CELEBRATE THE ARTIST JACOB LAWRENCETuesday, February 28 from 4:30-5:30 pm For grades K-4. Jacob Lawrence was an artist who used his art to tell his own story and the story of many African Americans in the early 20th Century. Children will learn the history behind Jacob Lawrence’s famous art series “The Migration” and create a piece of art in his style.

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SMASH BROTHERS TOURNAMENTFriday, January 27 from 6:30-8:30 pmEnter our Smash Brothers tournament and win glory and fame as you try to climb your way to the top!

RESUME WRITING & INTERVIEW SKILLS WORKSHOPFriday, February 3 from 5-6:30 pmEverybody needs a great resume! Learn how to draft a competitive resume and practice successful interview techniques. Refreshments will be served. Community service hours will be awarded to all attendees.

MARVEL FANDOM NIGHTFriday, February 3 from 6:30-8:30 pmCelebrate all things Marvel with clips, games and much more!

TEEN TRIVIAFriday, February 17 from 6:30-8:30 pmAnswer questions on TV, movies, music and more!

TEEN BAKE OFF: BROWNIES AND DESSERT BARSFriday, February 24 from 6:30-8 pm Bring in either brownies or dessert bars made from scratch. All entries are due at the Library by 6:15 pm. Judging will begin promptly at 6:30 pm. After the judging, try everyone’s desserts!

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MATH HOMEWORK HELP Tuesdays from 5:30-7:30 pm, excluding school holidays Students in grades 6-12, bring your math homework and questions and receive help from a tutor. (This program takes place at the Carnegie Library)

LIVE HOMEWORK HELPGet online help with your homework from actual tutors every day from 2-11 pm. Want more information about this great, free service? Call the Carnegie Library 631-438-3290 with questions or to schedule an appointment with a librarian.

A.C.T. WORKSHOPWednesdays, January 25, February 1 and 15 from 6-8 pmPatchogue-Medford residents register starting January 3 (January 10 for non-district residents). This 4-week/8-hour workshop is FREE (sponsored by the Friends of the Patchogue-Medford Library) and covers the reading, writing, math and science portions of the exam.

ePREPProvides expert, online test prep courses for the SAT, ACT and PSAT. Free access with PML card.

MEET THE COLLEGE & CAREER COUNSELORTuesdays, January 3, 17, February 7, 28, March 7 & 21 from 6-8 pmStudents in grades 8-12. Ken Grotell, certifi ed guidance counselor from the Leaders of Tomorrow Youth Center is here twice a month to answer your questions about college planning, college applications, career training and fi nancial aid. Register online, call the Carnegie Library at 631-438-3290 for an appointment, or drop in to speak to him. (This program takes place at the Carnegie Library)

S.A.T. WORKSHOPSaturdays, April 8, 15 and 22 from 2-4 pmPatchogue-Medford residents register starting March 1 (March 7 for non-district residents). This 3-week/6-hour workshop is FREE, sponsored by the Friends of the Patchogue-Medford Library.

TEST PREP & HOMEWORK HELP

TEEN CLASSES & EVENTSRegister online at www.pmlib.org. All classes and events are for students in grades 6-12. Registration begins January 3 unless otherwise noted. For more information, stop in at the Carnegie Library or call 631-438-3290.

PROGRAMS @ PML MARIO KART TOURNAMENTFriday, January 6 from 6:30-8:30 pmCompete in our Mario Kart Tournament and show off your racing skills.

JUMANJI NIGHTFriday, January 13 from 6-8:30 pmEnjoy the classic fi lm and play some trivia.

WINTER CRAFT FOR PARENTS & TEENSTuesday, January 17 from 7-8 pmParents and teens - come make a fun scented snowman to brighten your home for the winter!

FRENCH FRY FACE OFFFriday, January 20 from 7-8:30 pmIt’s a battle of the french fries as you sample and rate fries from Main Street restaurants! Ketchup is optional!

TEENSaturdays, January 21, February 18 and March 18 from 3:30-5 pmPlay Minecraft on our very own private server.

TEEN BAD ART NIGHTFriday, March 3 from 6:30-8:30 pmCome and create your own ugly masterpiece from our supply of very random materials.

TEEN DISNEY FANDOM NIGHTFriday, March 10 from 6:30-8:30 pmCelebrate all things Disney with trivia, top ten lists and much more!

A TRIBUTE TO GREENFriday, March 17 from 6:30-8:30 pm It’s not easy being green but it sure is fun! Eat some green foods, and play some fun green themed games!

NERDS, GEEKS & GAMESFriday, March 24 from 6:30-8:30 pmPlay video games, board games, Magic the Gathering, and YuGiOh.

CUTTHROAT KITCHEN: MARCH MADNESSFriday, March 31 from 6:30-8:30 pm

Prepare your dishes and try to avoid being sabotaged by participating in our live auction!

Teen Carnegie ConnectionTEEN FRIENDS Fridays, January 6, 20, February 3, 17 and March 3, 17 from 5-6 pm Join Teen Friends to meet new friends, help plan Library programs, events and so much more!

SKETCHING WITH REYSaturdays, January 7, February 4 and March 4 from 3-4:30 pm Come and create some beautiful drawings with our very own artist, Rey!

ADVANCED BATTLE OF THE BOOKSWednesdays from 5:30-6:30 pm at the Carnegie Library, starting January 11 Are you a teen in grades 9-12 that loves to read and enjoys trivia? Then we want you for the PML team! The battle will take place at Connetquot High School on the evening of Friday, March 24.

GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUBFridays, January 27, February 24, March 24 from 5-6 pm Love graphic novels? Drop in to discuss your favorite titles.

WITH KEVINSaturdays, January 28, February 25 and March 25 from 2-5 pm Explore fantastic new worlds as we play Dungeons and Dragons.

VIDEO GAME DESIGNMondays, February 6 & 13 from 4-5:30 pm Learn how to create and program your own video game world.

Come and celebrate the opening of our Teen Center at Carnegie with these special drop-in weekday

The Carnegie Library Teen Center is open

Monday-Friday, 2:30-8:30 pmSaturdays, 9:30 am-5:30 pm

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TEEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESSign up to receive notifi cation of volunteer opportunities! Text pmlv to 81010 to receive text messages about upcoming events or email [email protected].

RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESSFridays, January 13, February 10, March 10 from 5-6 pm Come assist with projects to help improve our community.

STUDY BUDDIES *Please note days have changed*Tuesdays and Thursdays from5:30-8 pm, excluding school holidaysHelp students in grades K-6 with their homework. Applications are available at the Carnegie Library or online at www.pmlib.org/volunteer-opportunities.

Check out Thankful Tuesdays for weekly opportunities at the Carnegie Library.rary.

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FAMILY FUNAll classes register one week in advance, unless otherwise stated.

WHAT WILL YOU READ NEXT?Saturday, January 7 from 11 am-12 pmAttention Book Lovers of all ages! Seeking parents and children to view new books! Look at the book covers and read the blurbs. Which will you borrow and which will you read together? Can’t wait to see you! Register now!

SENSORY STORYTIMETuesday, January 10 from 4:30-5:15 pm

For families with children 3 years-2nd grade. Join us for a fun, interactive sensory-friendly experience for children of all abilities.

FAMILY GAME NIGHTFriday, January 27 from 7-7:45 pm For families with children 4 years-3rd grade. Spend a night “unplugged” and come to the Library to play games and have some light snacks.

*OFF SITE EVENTCELEBRATE CHINESE NEW YEARSaturday, January 28 from 12-2 pm For families with children in grades 2-5. Join us at Dragon Palace on 26 South Ocean Avenue, Patchogue to celebrate the Year of the Rooster. Taste new and familiar Chinese dishes. Learn how to use chopsticks. Learn traditions and Chinese words!

TELL ME A STORYSaturday, February 25 from 1:15-2:30 pm For parents and their children in grades 1-5. Explore the rewards of storytelling and how your family can engage in lively discussions about past stories. Learn how to create new and memorable ones. Please bring your favorite photo, clothing or jewelry that connects you with your special memories. What is your special memory?

DR. SEUSS BIRTHDAY PARTYFriday, March 3 from 7-7:45 pm For families with children 4 years-3rd grade. Celebrate our beloved Dr. Seuss’ birthday with a story time, crafts and cake!

BUNNIES, BUNNIES, BUNNIESSaturday, March 18 from 3-3:45 or 4-4:45 pm or Friday, March 24 from 6:30-7:15 pm or Tuesday, March 28 from 5-5:45 or 6-6:45 pm For ages 3-10 years only with a parent/caregiver. No younger siblings please. Learn all about bunnies. Hold and cuddle bunnies and listen to a bunny story. SCAVENGER HUNT!Wednesday, March 22 from 11-11:45 amFor families with children 2-4 years. How many items can you and your parent/caregiver fi nd in the Children’s Department? Work in teams or individually. Share the fun with your friends!

FROM EGG TO CHICKTuesday, April 4 from 6:30-7:30 pm For families with children in grades K-6. While we wait for our PML chicks to hatch, let’s learn how the chick embryo develops inside the egg! No younger siblings please.

CAPS WILL BE HATCHING BABY CHICKS IN APRIL! Check our webcam…They should be hatching around April 10th!

CRAFTS WITH RINETTE:PENGUIN PAVER Saturday, January 14 from 3-4:30 pmFor grades 4-8.

PAINTED WELCOME TILE Saturday, February 11 from 3-4:30 pmFor grades 4-8.

LUCKY THREE LEAF CLOVER Saturday, March 4 from 3-4:30 pmFor grades 4-8.

SPRING DECOUPAGE PLATE Saturday, April 8 from 3-4:30 pm For grades 4-8.

NO SEW T-SHIRT TOTE BAG Friday, January 20 from 4:15-5:15 pm For grades 4-8. Bring in an old t-shirt and turn it into your very own reusable tote bag!

TWEENSaturdays, January 21, February 18 and March 18 from 1:30-3 pm For grades 4-6. Play Minecraft and explore new adventures on our own private server.

PEACE & LOVE BRACELET Monday, February 13 from 4:30-5:30 pm For grades 4-8. Make a macramé bracelet with Judy Wilson using hemp, colorful glass beads, a peace sign and heart shaped FIMO bead just in time for Valentine’s Day!

TEAM OZOBOTS Tuesday, February 21 from 2-3:30 pm For grades 4-8. Use color coded commands to create sequences and patterns with tiny robots!

RECYCLED BOWL Saturday, March 11 from 2:30-3:30 pm For grades 4-8. Be artistic and creative! Make a small bowl using a variety of recyclable materials.

FOR TWEENSAll programs register one week in advance.All materials & instruction provided.

MOTHERS OF INFANTS TO NEW WALKERS DISCUSSION GROUPThursdays, January 5, February 2, March 2 and April 6 from 10-10:45 am For mothers and their children 2-16 months. Register one month prior to each program. Share the joys and challenges of motherhood with other moms and facilitator Kathy Roeder.

MOTHERS OF TODDLERS DISCUSSION GROUPThursdays, January 5, February 2, March 2 andApril 6 from 11-11:45 am For mothers and their children 17-35 months. Register one month prior to each program. Meet other moms and their terrifi c toddlers. Facilitator: Kathy Roeder.

MOTHERS OF SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN DISCUSSION GROUPMondays, January 9, February 6, March 6 andApril 3 from 10-10:45 am For mothers of children in elementary school. Share ideas and create a support group to provide encouragement as you journey through your child’s early elementary years.

SIGN WITH YOUR BABYWednesday, January 11 from 12:30-1:15 pm For parents and their infants 4-11 months. Babies can understand and express themselves using simple signs before they are able to speak. Learn simple signs.

SHOTS FOR TOTSTuesday, January 17 from 3-6 pm For children who do not have a health benefi t. Nurses from the Immunization Action Program of the Suffolk County Department of Health will be at the Library to offer free immunizations for children. Parents need only bring their child’s immunization record. For more information, call 631-854-0222.

INFANT MASSAGE Thursdays, January 19 or March 23 from 1-2 pm For parents and their infants 2-13 months. Infant massage is a beautiful way to comfort a baby and is clinically proven to reduce stress levels in baby and parent. This class will teach you techniques that aid in sleep, digestion, development and teething and will help you become more in tune to your baby’s needs.

PARENTING CLASSESAll classes register one week in advance, unless otherwise stated.

TAKE YOUR CHILDTO THE LIBRARY DAY!

Saturday, February 4

MEET LLAMA LLAMAfrom 10 am-12 pm

Bring your camera for a picture with our special guest,Llama Llama!

No registration necessary!

FACE PAINTING from 10 am-12 pm First come, fi rst served!

LLAMA LLAMA STORYTIME from 10:30-11 am For ages 18-35 months. It’s time for a Llama Llama story! Register beginning January 28.

GO WILD ABOUT LLAMAS! from 12 pm-1 pmFor families with children. Llamas, a member of the camelid family, offer a unique glimpse into South American culture and the animal

world. Children will learn more about this gentle, intelligent and extremely useful animal, like what

jobs they have and what you call a baby llama.

DROP IN LLAMA CRAFT! from 1:15-2:15 pmFor all ages. Drop in to make a craft!

TURTLE DANCE MUSICfrom 2-3 pm For all ages.

Join Mr. Dan of Turtle Dance Music for a sensory friendly music and

comedy show for kids of all ages.

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LET IT SNOW STORYTIMEWednesday, January 18 from 4:30-5 pmFor ages 12-35 months. It’s snowy and cold outside, so come to the Library for a cozy story, rhymes, and a simple craft.

COCONUT PLAY DOUGHThursday, January 19 from 2:30-3:15 pm For ages 2 ½- 5 yrs. Bring a little of the tropics home in the form of play dough. Dress for a little mess.

BOOK BUDDIESThursdays, January 19, 26, February 2,9, and 16 and/or March 9, 16, 23, 30, and April 6 from 6-6:30, 6:30-7 or 7-7:30 pm For ages 3 years-2nd grade. Encourage your child’s love of books and reading. Middle school student volunteers will read to your child.

BABIES BOOGIETuesdays, January 24 and/or February 28 and/or Friday,March 17 from 10-10:45 am For ages 3-17 months.TODDLERS TANGOTuesdays, January 24 and/or February 28 and/or Friday March 17 from 11-11:45 am For ages 18-35 months.Explore movement with music, dances, instruments, fi nger plays, and props.

TOT’S NIGHT OUT Tuesdays, January 24 and/or February 14 and/or March 21 from 7-8 pm For ages 18 months-5 years. Interactive fun featuring singing, storytelling and a craft too!

CHEF’S KITCHENWednesday, January 25 from 4-4:45 pmFor ages 2½-5 years. Children will use their imaginations and become chefs! Wear an offi cial chef costume and create meals with our play food.

IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY: BABIES AND BOOKSMondays, January 30 and/or March 20from 11-11:30 am For ages 2-11 months. Learn the best in board books, and learn some rhymes and songs for an enjoyable introduction to literacy.

BOX PARTY Wednesday, January 4 from

4:30-5 pm and/or Monday, March 27 from 10:30-11 or 11:30 am-12 pm For ages 12-35 months. Let’s use our imaginations with this cardboard box play program!

LITTLE SCIENTISTS: WINTER SENSORY SCIENCEFriday, January 6 from 4:15-5 pm For ages 3-5 years. We will explore winter using our fi ve senses in this interactive lab and create a special winter craft.

MOTHER GOOSE & MORETuesday, January 10 from 10:30-11 or 11:15-11:45 am and/or Friday, March 24 from 4:30-5 pm For ages 2-35 months. Sing songs, rhymes and fi nger plays with your child.

GAMES FOR ONES Thursdays, January 12, February 9, March 9 from 10-10:45 am and/or Saturdays, January 14 and/or February 18 and/or March 25 from 10-10:45 am For ages 12-23 months.

GAMES FOR TWOS Thursdays, January 12, February 9, March 9 from 11-11:45 am and/or Saturdays, January 14 and/or February 18 and/or March 25 from 11-11:45 am For ages 24-35 months.

BABY GAMES Thursdays, January 12, February 9, March 9 from 12-12:45 pm and/or Saturdays, January 14 and/or February 18 and/or March 25 from 12-12:45 pm For ages 3-11 months. Play age appropriate singing and movement games, fi ngerplays and activities with your growing baby with facilitator Kathy Roeder. Siblings welcome.

WELCOME WINTERTuesday, January 17

from 10-10:45 or 11-11:45 am For ages 2 ½-5 years. Share a warm winter story and make all kinds of winter crafts.

DANCE WITH METuesday, February 21 from 10-10:45 amFor ages 18-35 months. Join Great South Bay Dance for creative movement dance activities, free play, tumbling, and a story. Props, nursery rhymes, and imaginative play are combined in this fun class!

LET’S DANCE!Tuesday, February 21 from 11 am-12 pm For ages 3-5 years. Join Great South Bay Dance for a fun dance class and learn basic movements and vocabulary. Props and creative games make this class exciting!

CONSTRUCTION ZONEWednesday, February 22

from 4-4:45 pm For ages 2½-5 years. Build with our blocks, use our special tool kits, and wear offi cial construction worker outfi ts.

*OFF SITE EVENTPAJAMA STORYTIME AT ROAST Thursday, February 23 from 6:30-7:15 pm For all ages. It’s time for snuggly pajamas and fuzzy slippers with this special pajama storytime at ROAST Coffee & Tea Trading Co. Bring your favorite stuffed toy and warm up with some cozy stories. *No registration required.*

TODDLERS EXPLOREFriday, March 3 from 4-4:45 pm

For ages 18-35 months. Toddlers play with different hands-on stations and see what they like best.

LITTLE LEPRECHAUN FUNMonday, March 6 from 10-10:45 or 11-11:45 am For ages 2½-5 years. Lucky you! Make lucky crafts for St. Patrick’s Day!

PML HOSPITALWednesday, March 8 from 4-4:45 pmFor ages 2½-5 years. Bring your favorite stuffed toy or doll to our PML Hospital to fi x their “boo-boos”. Children get to wear a special doctor costume, too!

TODDLER SCIENCEThursday, March 9 from 2:30-3:15 pm For ages 2 ½-5 yrs. We will do some fun and slightly messy experiments. Dress for a little mess.

ANIMALS ALL AROUND STORYTIMEFriday, March 10 from 4:30-5 pm For ages 2-3 years.Come to this fun-fi lled older toddler storytime, featuring stories, songs, fl annelboard fun and a craft.

BILINGUAL RHYME TIMETuesday, March 14 from 3-3:30 pm For ages 2-35 months. Join us for a bilingual version of familiar nursery rhymes and songs.

LUCKY CHARM STORYTIME Wednesday, March 15 from 4:30-5 pm For ages 12-35 months. Come fi nd your pot of gold at this storytime, with a story, rhymes and a simple craft.

PET VETThursday, March 30 from 2:30-3:15 pm For 3-5 years. Bring your favorite stuffed animal to our pretend Pet Vet! Make sure it’s healthy, give it a bath and more!

INFANT, TODDLER AND PRESCHOOL CLASSESPARACHUTE PLAYTuesday, January 31 from 4:30-5 pm and/or Tuesday March 7 from 10:30-11or 11:15-11:45 am For ages 18-35 months. Songs, dances, and games with our parachute.

BLOCK PARTYWednesday, February 1 from

10:30-11 am or 11:30 am-12 pm For ages 18-35 months. Come to the Library and build all sorts of creations with our different blocks.

PAJAMA STORYTIMEFriday, February 3 from 7-7:30 pm For ages 2½- 5 years. End the night in pajamas and listen to bedtime stories.

LOVE IS IN THE AIRTuesday, February 7 from 1-1:45 or 2-2:45 pm For ages 2½-5 years. You are sure to get lots of loving when you make these lovely valentines crafts.

YOGA STORYTIMEWednesday, February 8 from 10:30-11 am For ages 12-35 months.Wednesday, February 8 from 11:15 am-12 pm For ages 3-5 years.Join Mary Hasel for a fun journey into literature! This program involves bending, stretching, singing, laughing and reading, allowing your children to experience storytime like they never have before.

CUPID’S BINGO Thursday, February 9 from 2-2:30 pm For ages 3-5 years. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with one of your favorite games! Registration begins January 27.

WINTER FEST Friday, February 10 from 10:30 am-12 pm For ages 2½-5 years. Chase away those winter blues with this celebration of winter, complete with crafts, music and snacks.

LITTLE SCIENTISTS: HAPPY HEDGEHOGSaturday, February 11 from 10-10:45 amFor ages 3-5 years. Meet Henry, a live hedgehog, and discover amazing facts about these creatures! Make an adorable craft.

TINY TUNESMonday, February 13 from 10:30-11 or 11:15-11:45 am and/or Wednesday, March 29 from 4:30-5 pm For ages 12-30 months. Participate with your child in songs and fi ngerplays that you know and love.

SWEET HEARTS STORYTIME Wednesday, February 15 from 4:30-5 pm For ages 12-35 months. Come to this sweet as sugar storytime, with a story, rhymes, and a simple craft.

CHILDREN’S & PARENTS’ SERVICESPLEASE REGISTER BEGINNING ONE WEEK BEFORE EACH CLASS in person, by telephone, or for most classes, online. All district residents must have a valid PML card to register. Child should be the age stated by the date of the class. Infants, toddlers and preschoolers attend with a parent/caregiver. School-age children attend independently. Call for more information.

The A3 puzzle piece means Awesome Autism-Friendly Activity!

JOIN A WINTER READING CLUB!

Catch a Dragon By the Taleatch a Dragon By the Tale! DECEMBER 27, 2016 - FEBRUARY 26, 2017 ONCE UPON A BOOK For ages infant to pre-kindergarten. ROYAL READERS For children in grades K-6.

Visit us on or after December 27 with your PML card to pick up your membership packet. It contains your log, reading club rules and a few surprises. Complete your reading log before February 26, 2017

to receive a prize and be entered into a raffl e.

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SCHOOL-AGE CLASSESGIVING BACK TO MY COMMUNITYThursday, January 5, Friday, February 3 and Thursday, March 23 from 4:15-5:15 pm For grades 4-5. Be part of our group and do great things for your community. January: Winter Warmth, February: Valentines, March: Beautifying Our World.

WINTER SENSORY SCIENCEFriday, January 6 from 5:15-6 pm For grades K-4. Explore the fi ve senses in this interactive lab and create a wintry craft.

IMAGINATION STATIONSaturday, January 7 and/or

March 4 from 11 am-2 pm For grades 3-5. Drop in anytime between 11 am-2 pm and see what you can create with tape, toothpicks, boxes and more!

COLOR A LEASH Friday, January 13 from 6-7 pm

For grades 2-5. What lucky dog will go to his/her new forever home with your fancy leash as their gift? Listen to a story and color a leash that will be donated to a local shelter.

WINTER WONDERSTuesday, January 17 from 4:15-5 or 5:15-6 pm For grades K-5. Create a 3D winter scene to decorate your home for the cold days ahead.

BOOK BUDDIESThursdays, January 19, 26, February 2,9, and 16 and/or March 9, 16, 23, 30, and April 6 from 6-6:30, 6:30-7 or 7-7:30 pm For ages 3 years-2nd grade. Encourage your child’s love of books and reading. Middle school student volunteers will read to your child.

MINECRAFT LEGOFriday, January 20 from 6-7 or 7:15-8:15 pm and/or Friday, March 17 from 6-7 or 7:15-8:15 pm For grades 1-5. Let’s play together with Minecraft Legos, build new friendships and enjoy a light snack.

ARTSY SMARTSY: KINETIC SCULPTURESTuesday, January 24 from 4:30-5:30 pm For grades K-4. Kinetic art is art that moves freely or through the viewer’s interaction. Experiment with different gears and types of motion. Design and construct your very own piece of modern sculpture that comes to life through movement!

WINTER OLYMPICSThursday, January 26 from 4:30-5:15 pm For grades 3-6. Come rested and ready to compete in our 2017 Winter Library Olympics!

CARTOONING MADE EASYSaturday, January 28 and/or Saturday, February 25 from 2:30-3:30 pm For grades K-5. Learn the basics of cartooning so that you can caricature the world around you and create original cartoons as well as draw your favorite cartoon characters. No experience necessary!

BOOK TIME WITH A DOG Mondays, January 30 and/or

February 27 and/or March 27 at 6, 6:20, 6:40 or 7 pm For grades 1-6. Practice reading aloud to a certifi ed therapy dog.

READY, SET, HIKE!Thursday, February 2 from 4:30-5:15 pm For grades 2-6. Gear up for the Superbowl with activities, a craft and trivia!

LOTS OF DOTS, LOTS OF LOVE Tuesday, February 7 from 4:15-5 or 5:15-6 pm For grades K-5. Fill a heart of love with painted dots and then frame it to make the perfect Valentine’s gift!

I LOVE DOGS Friday, February 10 from 6-7 pm

For grades 2-5. Decorate a Valentine photo frame to be given to a special dog who gets adopted this month from a local shelter.

HAPPY HEDGEHOGSaturday, February 11 from 11-11:45 am For grades K-4. Meet Henry, a live hedgehog, and discover amazing facts about the diet and habitat of these creatures. Make an adorable craft.

POWDERED SNOWMENFriday, February 17 from 7-7:30 pm For grades 1-4. Make a tasty snowy

treat using donuts, fruit roll-ups, chocolate chips and M&M’s.

LEGO: WINTER BREAK MADNESSSaturday, February 18 from 2-3 pm For grades 1-5. Kickoff your Winter Break building LEGOs with friends. Join us for free play and a light snack.

ABSTRACT FOIL PAINTINGWednesday, February 22

from 2-3 pm For grades K-2. Make an art project while learning about texture and color. Older siblings (grades 3-6) are invited to help assist younger siblings.

MAKER ZONEThursday, February 23 from 11 am-2 pm For grades 3-5. Think, Create and Learn with LittleBits, duct tape and more! Drop in anytime between 11 am-2 pm.

CHILDREN’S BAKE OFF: CUPCAKESFriday, February 24 from 1-2:30 pm For grades K-6. Join us during winter break for our annual Children’s Bake-Off! Bake your cupcakes at home and bring them to the Library starting at 12:30 pm. Library staff will judge your sweet treat entries. Pick up your offi cial Bake-Off Rules at the CAPS desk when you register for this program. Prizes will be awarded and there will be time at the end of the event for everyone to taste your baked good. Register EARLY, beginning February 10.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PLAQUE Tuesday, March 7 from 4:15-5 or 5:15-6 pm For grades K-5. Make a unique St. Patrick’s Day plaque.

LUCKY O’LEPRECHAUNMonday, March 13 from 4:30-5:15 pm For grades K-3. Come learn about St. Patrick’s Day and make a leprechaun trap!

CITY SKYLINEThursday, March 16 from

4:30-5:30 pm For grades 3-5. Learn how to create a city at night using pastels, paint and foil.

ARTSY SMARTSY: CELEBRATE WOMEN ARTISTSTuesday, March 21 from 4:30-5:30 pm For grades K-4. Learn about several prominent female artists, their history, struggle and their varying styles. Create a portrait or self-portrait in the style of one of the artists represented.

OLIVIA CASTELLI & LOGAN CANONICO were the fi rst and second to fi nish the Read Me in to

Kindergarten Program, reading 250 books! GREAT JOB!

COMING IN APRIL...A Musical Celebration for the participants of the

Read Me In To Kindergarten Program! Sign your child up now so you don’t miss out!

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made a huge donation to the Brookhaven Animal

Shelter after seeing the PML Muttigrees in the Library

Donation Station while at the Library one day. They needed a truck and car to deliver all of the donations that they

collected. Great job! And thank you to the parents

who helped drive the items to the shelter!

Back Row Left to Right: Steven Emmer, Den Leader ; Robert

McDermott, Assistant Den Leader Front Row Left to Right: Colin

McAllister, John Markey, Jack Regan, Danny McDermott, Ethan Emmer;

Joey Treusch; Brayden Howard

DONATION STATION Donations are always needed at the local animal shelters. Please bring any towels,

blankets, sheets or paper towels to the Children’s Department for donation.

HOMEWORK HELPSTUDY BUDDIES *Please note days have changed*Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30-8 pm, excluding school holidaysFor grades K-6. Drop in for a half hour of homework help from a teen volunteer. See calendar for exact dates.

STUDENT SUCCESS SERIES—READING, MATH & WRITINGWednesdays and Thursdays, January 11, 12, 18. 19, 25, 26, February 8, 9, 15, 16, March 1, 2, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30 at 5, 5:30, 6 or 6:30 pm For students in grades 1-5. A certifi ed teacher will work with your child on one of the following topics: practicing basic math skills, learning how to manage time doing homework, sharpening reading skills, refi ning essay writing abilities or learning how to study more effectively. Let us know which skill you would like the teacher to work on with your child when you register!

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PARKING REMINDER:Parking in the Lot behind the Library on Terry Street (Lot 5) is FREE until 6 pm. After 6 pm, any spots that do not have a number are also FREE. Numbered spots should be paid for at the Muni Meter. For more information about parking in the Village, please see the Patchogue Village website at http://www.patchoguevillage.org/docs/Patchogue-Village-Parking-Guide.pdf

Gallery Exhibits IN OUR LOWER LOBBY

JANUARY: Brookhaven Arts and Humanities Council—

Through the Lens-Photographs

FEBRUARY: John Spoltore—The World as I Would Like it to Be-

Photographs

MARCH: Dan Lachacz—You Are Here!-Photographs

COMPUTER CLASSESRegistration for district residents begins January 3. Out-of district residents may register beginning January 10. You may bring your own computer/device to class, but computers/devices will be provided for all classes EXCEPT the iPad/iPhone workshops. Don’t forget your passwords! All Microsoft classes are using Windows 10, unless otherwise noted.

UNDERSTANDING WINDOWS 10 Wednesday, January 11 from 6:30-8:30 pm

INTRO TO COMPUTERSThursday, January 12 from 10 am-12 pm

INTRO TO MICROSOFT EXCEL Saturday, January 14 from 3-4:30 pm

GMAIL FOR BEGINNERS PART 1: SIGN UP, SEND AND RECEIVE EMAILWednesday, January 18 from 6:30-8:30 pm

iPAD/iPHONE WORKSHOP PART I: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DEVICEThursday, January 19 from 10 :30 am-12:30 pm

iPAD/iPHONE WORKSHOP PART 2: SETTINGSThursday, January 26 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm

INTRO TO MICROSOFT WORD: CREATING & EDITING DOCUMENTSWednesday, February 8 from 6:30-8:30 pm

INTERNET FOR BEGINNERS PART 1: BROWSERS & GOOGLEThursday, February 9 from 10 am-12 pm

INTRO TO PINTEREST: ORGANIZE IMAGES, PROJECTS AND IDEASSaturday, February 11 from 3-4 pm

GMAIL FOR BEGINNERS PART 2: EMAIL ATTACHMENTS AND ORGANIZATIONWednesday, February 15 from 6:30-8:30 pm

MAC COMPUTERS FOR BEGINNERS Thursday, February 16 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm

SHOPPING ONLINE TIPS & TRICKSWednesday, March 8 from 6:30-8:30 pm

INTERNET FOR BEGINNERS PART 2: INTERMEDIATE GOOGLEThursday, March 9 from 10 am-12 pm

INTRO TO CRAIGSLIST: FIND AND LIST CLASSIFIEDSThursday, March 9 from 2-4 pm

ONLINE PRODUCTIVITY TOOLSSaturday, March 11 from 3-4:30 pm

FACEBOOK Q & A Thursday, March 16 from 10:30 am-12:30 pm

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BUDGET VOTE & TRUSTEE ELECTION

Tuesday, April 4 from 9:30 am-8 pm

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETINGTuesday, March 28 at 6 pm

VOTER REGISTRATION In order to vote you must be: • a citizen of the United States • 18 years of age or older • registered to vote • a resident of the Patchogue-Medford School District for at least 30 days prior to the vote

If you are not already registered, you maydo so at Patchogue-Medford Library:

Wednesday March 15 from 11 am- 8 pmor any weekday up to March 28 between

9:30 am-4:30 pm

Applications for absentee ballots are available at the Reference Desk or call the

Library District Clerk at 631-654-4700, ext. 302.

Petitions to elect a Trustee of the Patchogue-Medford Library will be available

at the Main Desk beginning February 1.

For complete budget information see the April 2017 Newsletter.

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CLASES EN ESPAÑOLPROGRAMA DE LECTURA DE INVIERNO-PRIMAVERALos jueves de 7-8 pm Para niños hispanohablantes, 6-11 años. Los niños se divertirán mientras leemos en grupo; ellos formarán parte del elenco de dramatización/teatro, marionetas y más. Ellos también podrán ser autores y personifi car a divertidos personajes de historias y poemas. Regístrese empezando el día 3 de enero.

APRENDER INGLÉS Para principiantes, los jueves a las 7 pm. Para intermedios, los martes y miércoles a las 7 pm Espacio limitado. Regístrese empezando el día 3 de enero en 631-654-4700 ext. 228.

CLASES DE CIUDADANIA [EN INGLÉS.]Los martes o los jueves a las 7 pmRegístrese empezando el día 3 de enero en 631-654-4700 ext. 228

CONSEJERÍA GRATUITA DE SERVICIOS COMUNITARIOS ¿Tienes preguntas sobre algún tipo de servicio comunitario y no sabes cómo buscar ayuda? Nuestra consejera, Ana Giraldo, MPA, te puede ayudar con los recursos adecuados, ya sea llenar formularios, información sobre seguro de salud, vivienda justa, y mucho más. Regístrese llamando al 631-654-4700, ext. 228.

CONSEJERÍA BILINGÜE DE INMIGRACIÓN Los martes de 3–7 pm Asistencia gratuita conlas consultas generales. Regístrese llamando al 631-654-4700, ext. 234.

CONSEJERÍA BILINGÜE PROFESSIONAL Nuestros consejeros profesionales bilingües le pueden ayudar a descubrir la carrera que tanto desea. Ya sea cambiar de trabajo, revisar su hoja de vida, encontrar la universidad adecuada o asistirlo con el proceso de solicitar ayuda fi nanciera. Regístrese 631- 654-4700, ext. 228

¡MADRES LATINAS! Lunes, 9 y 23 de enero, 6 y 27 de febrero, 6 y el 20 de marzo de 6:30–8 pm Madres Latinas Amigas es un grupo de apoyo para mujeres que hablen español, se brinda información y temas para el bienestar familiar. Acompañenos en armonía con una taza de café o té. Llame al 631-654-4700, ext. 228.

INTRODUCCION BILINGUE A LAS COMPUTADORAS Y INTERNETViernes 13, 20, 27 de enero, y 3, 10, 17 de febrero y 3, 10, 17 de marzo de 6-7 pm

DON’T MISS OUR BOOK SALES!February 11 & April 1

from 10 am-3 pm

DATES toREMEMBER

LIBRARY CLOSED:January 1 – New Years Day January 2 – New Years Day observedJanuary 16 – Martin Luther King DayFebruary 20 – Presidents Day

BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETINGS:January 17, February 15 & March 15 at 5:30 pmBeginning February 15, Board Meetings will be held on the third Wednesday of each month.

Discussions of the 2017-2018 Budget will be held at regular Board Meetings.

Congratulations to the winners of the 2016 Patchogue-Medford Friends of the Library

Outstanding Research Paper Award

This honor is awarded annually to three students at Patchogue-Medford High School. This year’s winners are Aimee Mullins, Katie Bullard, Nicole Niemiec. Pictured, from left to right: Michele Cayea, Teen Librarian at PML, Principal PMHS Dr. Rusielewicz, Parents of

winner Aimee Mullins, Parents of winner Katie Bullard, Kathy Loshiavo, retired PM Teacher, student winner Nicole Niemiec, with parent, Kelly Lukemire, school media specialist at

PMHS, Danielle Paisley, new Director at PML and Claire Siegel, president of Patchogue-

Medford Friends of the Library.