Winter 2015

Newsletter

155 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY 11040 (516) 355-7850 • http://hillsidelibrary.info

Wishing You a Happy & Healthy New Year!

IT’S TAX TIME AGAIN!

Grieving Your Reassessment!

Two lectures will be of fered to explain the grievance process: Tues., Jan. 20, 7pm. offered by Charles Berman, Receiver of Taxes, Town of North Hempstead. -orThurs., Feb. 5, 2:30pm. presented by the Office of Legislator Richard J. Nicolello. Registration is NOT required for these programs.

Free AARP Tax Aide for Low and Moderate-Income Individuals

Mondays, Feb. 2, 9, 23. Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Apr. 6, 13. Beginning Jan. 5, you may call x301 or x304 for AARP appointments at 10am, 11am, 12pm or 1pm.

Free VITA Tax Aide to Individuals

Saturdays, Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28. Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28. Apr. 4, 11. Beginning Jan. 21, you may call for VITA appointments at 1pm, 2pm or 3pm. Please have all paperwork necessary to file your return with you. It is recommended that you schedule an appointment as soon as possible.

Tax-Saving Strategies You Should Know

Tues., Jan. 20, 7pm, with IRS-enrolled agent Barry Lisak. Registration opens Jan. 8.

NEW PROGRAM REGISTRATION PROCEDURES

Sign-up online from home, on the go, or at the Library!

The Library has implemented online program registration in an effort to streamline the registration process. You will need your Hillside Library card. For Adult programs with a fee, you will have 7 days to bring in your check or MO to reserve your space. Payment by mail cannot be accepted. 1. Go to hillsidelibrary.info/events 2. Search for the date of the program that you are interested in and click on

R EGISTER *IF YOU ARE REGISTERING FOR A SERIES OF CLASSES, GO TO THE FIRST DATE OF THE SERIES. 3. Enter your Hillside library barcode in order to authenticate your library account. 4. Fill in your First Name, Last Name, Email Address, and Telephone Number. 5. A PIN number is not necessary. 6. Click Send. 7. Confirmation will be sent to your email. 8. You will recieve a reminder email a few days before the program

Check the website, www.hillsidelibrary.info/events for the latest information on AARP Safe Driving Courses, yoga, adult exercise, Tai Chi and Zumba classes, movies and our four exciting book clubs!

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Women of Strength

Tues., Mar. 10, 24 & Apr. 7, 21, 7pm, The Women of Strength program is an invitation to become part of a community of women who will gather together to discuss, experience and explore many different themed topics to restore and heal our tired minds and restless hearts… leading them back to their own Feminine Inner Strength...and will be presented by Certified Yoga Instructor Jenn, followed by tea and refreshments. Registration opens Feb. 10.

A Touch of Sinatra

Sun., Mar. 8, 1:30pm, Ol’ Blue Eyes is Back in A Touch of Sinatra, a musical show about the life and music of Frank Sinatra. Narrated by Joe Gilligan and performed by Donnie Farraro. Registration opens Feb. 9.

Save the Date!

The Friends of the Library will be having their annual Tea on Sunday, March 22.

Youth Programs

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WINTER STORY TIMES

Snuggle Tales Story Time:

Ages: 12 - 36 months. (With parent or caregiver) Stories, songs, movement fun and a craft. Wendesday evening sessions will begin on Jan. 21 at 7pm. Monday afternoon sessions will begin on Jan. 26 at 1:15pm. Registration begins on Jan. 13.

Play Along Adventures:

Ages: 18 - 36 months. Stories, games and a craft will be shared with child and caretaker. Wendesday morning sessions will begin on Jan. 21 at 11am. Thursday morning sessions will begin on Jan. 22 at 11am. Registration begins on Jan. 14.

Tales for Tykes:

Story Time fun for children ages 3 – 5. Sessions will meet on Tuesdays at 1:15pm. Children must be born on or before Jan.1, 2012. Sessions begin on Jan. 20. Registration begins on Jan. 13.

Story & Craft Explorers:

Stories, games, and craft fun for all our 4 6 year old friends. Children must be born on or before Jan.1, 2011. Session will meet on Wednesdays at 4pm. Registration begins on Jan. 14. Science Adventures with Johnda Ferrari

Science facts, games, puzzles and a craft. 5:30pm. Jan. 30 - Frozen Science Adventures Grades: 2 and up. Registration begins Jan. 14 Feb. 26 - Super Senses Save the Day! Grades: K - 2 Registration begins Feb. 18 Mar. 20 - Welcome Spring Grades: 2 and up. Registration begins Mar. 11

A Winter Wonderland! WINTER PROGRAMS HIGHLIGHTS For a complete listing of programs, visit our website or the Children’s Services Desk.

Crafts on the Go Come into the library during the designated time and create a craft. No registration – materials available while supplies last. All ages (with parent or caregiver). Jan. 14, 5pm. Snowy craft. Feb. 10, 5pm. Valentine craft. Mar. 31, 5pm. Spring craft.

Children’s Movies All Ages. An Adult must accompany children. Jan. 16, 4pm. Frozen - Sing Along Registration begins Jan. 5. Feb. 19, 1pm. 101 Dalmations Registration begins Feb. 2. Mar. 27, 4pm. To be announced Registration begins Mar. 16.

Jump for Joy with Joyce Oddo Ages: 18 mos. - 4 yrs (parent or caretaker) Feb. 19, 11am. Registration on Feb. 11. Mar. 19, 11am. Registration begins on Mar. 11. Join this fun-filled movement program filled with music, parachutes, and dancing Play Hooray Ages: 18 mos. - 4 yrs (parent or caretaker). Stories, music and movement activities with Mollie the Mouse. Jan. 29, 1pm. Registration begins on Jan. 22. Mar. 26, 1pm. Registration begins on Mar. 16. Global Dancing Tots Ages: 2 yrs. - 5 yrs. (parent or caretaker). Dance and movement from around the world. Jan. 15, 11am. Registration begins on Jan. 8. Time for Kids with Donna Green Jan. 22, 1:30pm. Ages: 18 mos - 4 yrs. (parent or caretaker). Registration begins Jan. 15 Snow stories, crafts, games and songs. Mar. 12, 1:30pm. Ages: 18 mos - 4 yrs. (parent or caretaker). Registration begins Mar. 5. Lion stories, crafts, games and songs.

Art Adventures with Joanne (Materials Fee: $2.00)

Waddles the Penguin Craft Jan. 13, 1:15pm. Ages: 18 mos. - 5 yrs. (with caretaker) Registration begins Jan. 5. Winter Craft Time Jan. 23, 5pm. Grades: K - 4. Registration begins Jan. 14. Valentine Craft Workshop Feb. 6, 5pm. Grades: K - 4. Registration begins Jan. 28. Feb. 10, 1:15pm. Ages: 18mos. - 5 yrs. (with caretaker) Registration begins Feb. 2. Spring Craft Workshops Mar. 13, 5pm. Grades: K - 4. Registration begins Mar. 1 Mar. 31, 1:15pm. Ages: 18mos. - 5 yrs. (with caretaker) Registration begins Mar. 23

Youth Programs Valentine Hop Feb. 12, 7pm. Grades: K-3. Join this fun filled program filled with music, dancing, games and valentine fun. Registration begins on Feb. 5. Frosty Merriment Jan. 25 1:30pm. Ages: 18 mos. - 5 yrs. (with caretaker) Frosty stories, songs, games, and a craft. Registration begins on Jan. 18.

Sweet Treats Feb. 13, 5pm. Grades: 2 & up. Make some delicious valentine treats. Registration begins on Feb. 4.

Frozen Celebration Jan. 28, 5:15pm. Grades: K - 3. Frozen stories, games, and a craft. Registration begins on Jan. 21.

St. Patrick’s Day Cupcakes Mar. 12, 5pm. Grades: 2 & up. Learn how to decorate some lucky cupcakes. Registration begins on Mar. 6.

10 Points for Gryffindor! Dressed up in their Gryffindor best for our Harry Potter Party!

Happy Birthday Mickey Mouse!

Congratulations to Sam Curtin, winner of this year¹s New Hyde Park North Lions Club Peace Poster Contest! Sam is a 7th grade student at New Hyde Park Memorial High School.

Painting Reindeers as Holiday Art.

Children Decorate Halloween Crafts

A night of illusion and mind reading was enjoyed at our Power of the Mind Night.

MORE BOOKS, LESS WAIT!

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Books with this symbol mean that the Library has ordered more copies for better access to new and popular authors and titles, such as Jojo Moyes, Daniel Silva, Dinesh D’Souza, Veronica Roth, and Liane Moriarty.

t w e e Ns & t e e Ns Rubber Band Bracelet Club Jan. 8, 5:30pm. Gr. 5 & up. Create fun rubber band bracelets with friends. Bring your own loom and rubber bands, and teach each other fun designs! Registration begins December 26. Candlelight Yoga Gr. 6 & up. Enjoy a night of relaxing poses with certified Yoga instructor Jenn Gonzalez. Relax your way into dreamland. A small snack will be served. Class date: Jan. 16, 6:30pm. Registration begins Jan. 2. Class date: Feb. 20, 6:30pm. Registration begins Jan. 6. Class date: Mar. 27, 6:30pm. Registration begins Mar.13. Winter Snacks Jan. 22, 5:30pm. Gr. 5 & up. Make fun winter snacks with Ms. Ambadjes to bring home to your family. Registration begins Jan. 8. Clothespin Wreath Feb. 6, 6:30pm. Gr. 5 & up. Design a colorful wreath for Valentine’s Day made out of painted clothespins! $2 Materials Fee. Registration begins Jan. 23. Zumba! Feb. 12, 5:15pm. Gr. 5 & up. Enjoy this dance-based exercise with Ms. Marissa. Dance to today’s biggest hits! Registration begins Jan. 29.

Snowflake Mosaic Feb. 26, 6:30pm. Gr. 5 & up. Create a beautiful snowflake mosaic using sea glass, beads and more! $2 Materials Fee. Registration begins Feb. 12. Crystal Mania Feb. 27, 7pm. Gr. 5 & up. Join the Science Wizard in a special Rock Candy Lab! See how science is used to create this sweet candy. Create your own Rock Candy to take home with you. Registration begins Feb. 12. YA Art Club Mar. 6, 6:30pm. Gr. 5 & up. Help decorate our YA Room by creating a unique art project with Ms. Ambadjes. Projects will be displayed and given back at the next class. Registration begins Feb. 20. St. Patrick’s Day Food Fun! Mar. 12, 5:30pm. Gr. 5 & up. Make fun St. Patrick’s Day concoctions, using delicious sweets. Registration begins Feb. 26. YA Book Club Mar. 26, 5:30pm. Gr. 5 & up. Read the fun fantasy book “The Book of Three” by Lloyd Alexander, and spend the night discussing the book over snacks. If you’re a Harry Potter fan, you’ll love The Book of Three, the first book in The Chronicles of Prydain series. Registration begins Feb. 26.

**ADULT PROGRAMS** Special Winter Events at the Hillside Public Library

Celebrate the Chinese New Year! Tues., Feb. 3, 6:30pm. At a special feast prepared by cooking instructor Penn Hongthong who will prepare and serve Chicken Noodle Soup, Chicken with Bean Sprouts and Vegetable Delight! Fee $3, 40 person limit. Registration opens Jan. 6.

Adults Winter Reading Party! Wed., Mar. 18, 2:15pm. All readers are invited to share their latest “reads” so we can spread “the joy of reading!” Cider and doughnuts, coffee, too, and reading lists for all! *must read 3 titles and submit by Mar. 16 Registration opens Feb. 18

A Rainbow of Irish Music with Naomi Zeitlin Fri., Mar. 20, 7pm. Classic and traditional Irish favorites such as When Irish Eyes Are Smiling, Danny Boy, A Little Bit of Heaven and more songs made popular by Irish-American performers from Broadway to the Silver Screen! Registration opens Feb.20

Computers & Technology For Beginners:

Computer Kindergarten for Adults - Tues., Feb. 3, 2pm. Computer 1st Grade for Adults - Tues., Feb. 24, 2pm. Computer 3rd Grade for Adults - Tues., Mar. 10, 2pm. Fee - $10/session.

For Readers:

Reg. opens Jan. 6. Reg. opens Jan. 27. Reg. opens Feb. 10.

Meet the Wonderful World of E-Books - Sat., Jan. 31, 10:30am. Reg. opens Jan. 6. A lecture/demo, presented by Chris Parnell, M.S., Information Technology, teaches how to access the Nassau Digital Doorway, download to Kindle, Nook, etc.

For All:

Powerpoint! - Sat., Feb. 7, 10:15am. Fee - $10/session. Reg. opens Jan. 8. Learn the basics for assembling Powerpoint presentations, a valued skill for those whose jobs require Powerpoint presentations. All You Need to Know About Email - Sat., Mar. 5, 10:15am. Fee - $10/session.

Reg. opens Feb. 6.

**ADULT PROGRAMS**

Health & Lifestyle: Free Blood Pressure Screenings Saturdays, Jan. 10, Feb. 7, Mar. 7, 10am - 2pm No appointments needed.

Fall Prevention Workshop with Nicholas Obidienzo Occupational Therapy student, Downstate Medical Center Fridays, Jan. 23 - Mar. 6, 12pm - 2pm. A wide-ranging workshop on fall prevention, causes of falls, aids to prevent falls, therapy and balance issues and exercises. Bring lunch – coffee and dessert provided by library. Registration opens Jan. 2.

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Medicare 2015 Update with Medicare Outreach Specialist Josephine Vaglio Tuesday, Feb. 10, 6:45pm. She brings the latest information on Medicare changes and rules. Registration opens Jan. 13.

Stress Away with Jenn Gonzalez Thursdays, Jan. 29. Registration opens Jan. 13 - or Mar. 5. Registration opens Feb. 5. As you breathe deeply, stretch your tired mind and body to renew energy and relax with guided visualization to restore serenity. Fee $3.50/class.

Chess for Beginners! Thursdays, Feb. 5, 12 & 26, 1pm - 2pm. Give your brain a great Jewelry Classes with Diane Phillips workout and learn how to play chess! Instructor provided by the Friday, Jan. 23, 6:45pm. Beaded Heart Pendant. Fee - $5.00 Registration opens Jan. 2. highly acclaimed Long Island Chess Nuts; Fee - $10.50 for 3 classes. Friday, Feb. 27, 6:45pm. Shades of Green Necklace. Fee - $5.00 20 person limit. Registration opens Jan. 30. Registration opens Jan. 8.

JOBS & CAREERS!

FREE Lectures & Workshops

Countering Age Discrimination in the Job Market with career counselor Jamie Petrizzo Tues., Jan. 13, 2pm. If you’ve ever felt that you were being branded as too old even before an interview began, here are some suggestions to help you gain and keep a competitive edge over younger jobseekers in your search. Registration open. How to Ace the Interview! with career counselor Jamie Petrizzo Tues., Jan. 27, 6:45pm. Don’t just do okay on an interview – do an outstanding job! Learn the thought processes behind an interviewer’s questions and let them work in your favor! Registration opens Dec. 30. Resume Writing Workshop with Bob Simmons Tues., Feb. 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Tips from a professional resume writer on creating an effective resume, avoiding potential problems and a critique of all participants’ resumes. Registration opens Jan.27. Career Counseling REBOOT! with career counselor Jamie Petrizzo Appointments available every Tuesday & Thursday, 10:30am; 11:15am; 1:15pm; 2pm; 2:45pm. Sharing her intuitive instincts to guide you to creative and positive ways to reboot your job search techniques. Career Connections Job Club Moderated by Bob Simmons Meets on Wednesdays, 2pm - 4pm. Jan. 14 - 8 Activities to Cope with Stress During a Job Search Jan. 28 - 10 Golden Rules of Networking Feb. 11 - Warning – The Telephone Job Interview Can Be a Trap Feb. 25 - 9 Ways to Look at a New Employer Mar. 11 - Biggest Lies Recruiters Tell Candidates Mar. 25 - Handling Employment References

Lectures:

Elder Law & Real Estate Issues attorney Mary Ellen Divone Tues., Feb. 17, 2pm. Discussing an overview of elder law issues and what seniors should know about selling their homes. Registration opens Jan. 20.

A Woman’s Guide to Auto Repair presented by Audra Fordin Wed., Mar. 4, 3pm or 6:45pm. Owner/manager of Great Bear Auto Repair, discusses what women should know about auto repair and maintenance (gentlemen welcome, too!) Registration opens Feb. 4.

Great Women of History with Saul Silas Fathi Tues., Mar. 24, 2pm. From the Bible (Sarah, Mary) to royalty (Victoria, Catherine the Great) to politics (Indira Gandhi and Golda Meir), a fascinating look at women who have claimed their place in history. Registration opens Feb. 24. Growing the Best House Plants! with horticulturist and plant expert Paul Levine Tues., Mar. 31, 2pm. Teaching you how to make your house plants bloom! Registration opens Mar. 3.

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Board of Trustees Kathleen Seyfried, President Maura Rossi, Vice President Richard Bursig Peter Pinto Sloan Vahldieck Charlene Noll, Director

Antiques appraiser Eddie Costello discussed value of landscape painting.

Sen. Jack Martins drops in on our “Discovering Long Island” program.

Career counselor, Jamie Petrizzo lectures jobseekers on “Acing the Interview”.

Diane Cypkin enchants with love songs from World War II.

Andrea Diaz, Maria Araujo, Literacy Nassau tutor Pamela Shampan, Nasrin Sikder and Maria Santos on last day of ESL class.

Diane Phillips (center, glasses) teaches the fine point of jewelry design.