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Innovation Station Grand Opening!
All are invited to attend the Grand Opening Celebration of the Levittown Public Library’s
Innovation Station on Saturday, October 18. Festivities begin at 10:00 a.m. with a Ribbon Cutting
Ceremony. Experience this new makerspace where people can gather to create, share, connect
and learn by doing. The Innovation Station features a 3-D printer, iMac computers, a sewing machine,
embroidery machine, and do-it-yourself items. Visit the library or our website this Fall for further details.
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For all Adult Programs, non-resident registration or tickets will start one week after they are available for Levittown School District residents.
Registrations and tickets are available at the Reference Desk unless otherwise stated. Registered participants must be present 5 minutes before a
program is scheduled to begin. We regret that a latecomer’s place may be forfeited. Walk-ins are based on availability at the start of an event.
Programs may be altered due to unforeseen circumstances.
Women’s Breast Health Workshop
Policy: Limit 2 tickets per patron. Doors open for ticket holders at
7:10 p.m. Light refreshments served in a cabaret atmosphere. Ticket
holders must be seated by 7:25 p.m., or the seats may be forfeited.
Walk-ins are welcome based on seating availability at 7:25 p.m.
Live @ the LPL: Half Step
Friday, September 19, 7:30-8:45 p.m.
In-person, limited tickets are available beginning
Friday, September 5, at 6:00 p.m. for LUFSD residents.
Tom San Filippo, and a few of the other band
members, will play some acoustic Grateful Dead songs.
Live @ the LPL: Sal Manzo
Friday, October 10, 7:30-8:45 p.m.
In-person, limited tickets are available beginning
Friday, September 12, at 6:00 p.m. for LUFSD residents.
Let’s celebrate Columbus Day! Sal will perform some
Italian songs and delight you with favorites from
other iconic artists such as Billy Joel and Frankie Valli.
Policy: Limit 2 tickets per patron. Doors open for ticket holders
at 1:35 p.m. Ticket holders must be seated by 1:55 p.m., or the
seats may be forfeited. Walk-ins are welcome the day of the
performance based on seating availability at 1:55 p.m.
Savannah Sky
Sunday, October 19, at 2:00 p.m.
In-person, limited tickets are available beginning
Friday, September 19, at 9:00 a.m. for LUFSD residents.
The band features vocals with a blend of pedal steel
guitar, fiddle, mandolin, bass and drums as they perform
songs from diverse genres such as rock, folk, and bluegrass.
Beatles Tribute with the Ed Ryan Band
Sunday, November 9, at 2:00 p.m.
In-person, limited tickets are available beginning
Sunday, October 19, at 1:00 p.m. for LUFSD residents.
2014 marks the 50th Anniversary of the Beatles
coming to America!
Thursday, September 18, at 7:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Winthrop-University Hospital Breast
Health Center, with coordination of the library.
Limited in-person or by phone registration begins
Thursday, September 4, at 6:00 p.m. for everyone.
A social worker will provide information on where uninsured
women can get free mammograms, support and other
resources. Attendees will also learn about tests, exams,
diet and exercise, and 3D mammography.
Medicare-The A, B, C and D’s
Saturday, October 25, at 10:00 a.m.
Senior Benefits Coordinator Robert Mulé will inform you about
Medicare options for this year’s enrollment period from
October 15 to December 7. No registration required.
Senior ID Program
Thursday, October 23, from 10:00 to 1:00 p.m.
Sponsored by Senator Kemp Hannon & the Town of
Hempstead Town Clerk’s Office with coordination of the library.
For Seniors 60+ No registration required.
These wallet sized cards are available for senior citizen Town
of Hempstead residents. These cards have your photo and
contain vital information that in an emergency can be accessed
quickly. Please remember to bring family & doctor names and
numbers, and medications & allergies you want listed.
Flu Shot Immunization
Thursday, October 23, from 10:00 to 1:00 p.m.
This program is sponsored by NuHealth, with
coordination of the library. For Seniors 60+
In-person or by phone registration begins
Thursday, September 18, at 9:00 a.m. for LUFSD residents.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled time to
complete the required forms. There is no out of pocket expense
for the immunization for any senior citizen, 60 years of age and
older, and their spouse, or care giver of any age. Please bring
proper identification, your Medicare card, or other primary
insurance card. It is not necessary to have insurance to receive a
free flu shot. The pneumonia shot will also be available. Shots
will be given to anyone not pre-registered or who miss an
appointment time based on availability of vaccine and available
time slots. Pre-registered patrons will be taken first.
Adult Programs
Library Bus Trips:
The first night of ticket sales will take place in one of the library
meeting rooms and a Levittown School District resident must be
present to purchase tickets. Proof of residency is required. Limited
tickets per patron. Any remaining tickets will be on sale at the
Reference Desk for LUFSD residents for one week following start
date, then non-residents may purchase tickets. Non-refundable
payment is due at the time of registration. Money order or check
accepted (no cash), made payable to the Levittown Public Library.
Visit the library to pick up a flyer with further details for each trip.
Please note that all bus trips are subject to a minimum registration.
Trip itineraries may be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an
adult. Bus-trip participants must be at the designated point of departure at the appointed time. The bus will not wait for latecomers.
A guide for trip activity level:
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Spooky Halloween Tour
Tuesday, October 28, 2014,
at 12:30 p.m.
$81.00 per person includes:
bus, guided cemetery tour, buffet dinner, The Blaze, and gratuities.
We will depart from the library at 12:30 p.m. and return to the library
at approximately 9:30 p.m. Join us if you dare!
Trip involves a lot of walking on gravel/dirt pathways with slight inclines.
You may be placed on the waiting list at the Reference Desk.
Holiday Lights!
Thursday, December 11
$89.00 per person includes:
transportation, dinner, snacks, and all gratuities.
Limited, in-person ticket sale for LUFSD residents will begin on
Thursday, September 18, at 6:00 p.m. Limit 2 tickets per patron.
We will have dinner at Tommaso’s Restaurant in Brooklyn followed
by a bus ride through the famous streets of Dyker Heights and the
Bay Ridge section of Brooklyn to see the festive homes and
spectacular holiday lights! Tony Muia, from A Slice of Brooklyn,
will narrate our tour with a multimedia presentation including
vintage holiday shows and music. We will depart from the library
at 2:15 p.m. and return at approximately 9:00 p.m.
Community Outreach
Nassau County Clerk’s Mobile Office
Monday, September 8, from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Presented by Nassau County Clerk Maureen O’Connell
Please check with the library for further details or call 516-571-2660.
New York State Tax Forum
Wednesday, September 10, from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Presented by Senator Kemp Hannon
Please check with the library for further details or call 516-739-1700.
Property Tax Exemptions Workshop
Thursday, October 2, from 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Presented by Nassau County Presiding Officer Norma Gonsalves.
Please check with the library for further details or call 516-571-6213.
Property Tax Exemptions & Grievance Forum
Wednesday, October 29, at 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Presented by Town of Hempstead Receiver of Taxes Donald Clavin Jr.
Please check with the library for further details or call 516-538-1500.
Adult Computer Workshops
All workshops are presented by Sharper Training and are
hands-on. Each class has a separate registration and fee.
In-person registration begins for LUFSD residents on Tuesday,
September 16, at 6:00 p.m at the Reference Desk. Class size is
limited, and one laptop may be shared by 2 people. A nonrefundable $5.00 fee for each class, check or money order, made
payable to the Levittown Public Library, is due upon registration.
Introduction to Microsoft Word
Tuesday, September 30, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Creating a document, saving, editing, formatting, and more.
Intermediate Microsoft Word
Tuesday, October 7, at 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Formatting, columns, tables, and more.
Advanced Microsoft Word
Tuesday, October 14, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Mail merging, AutoText, AutoCorrect, and more.
Introduction Microsoft Excel
Tuesday, October 21, at 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Basic creating, editing, and formatting worksheets.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel
Tuesday, October 28, at 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Working with ranges, columns and rows, and more.
Advanced Microsoft Excel
Tuesday, November 4, at 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Macros, graphing and charting, and more.
U.S. Presidents and First Ladies:
The Long Island Connection
Wednesday, September 17, at 7:30 p.m.
Sponsored by The League of Women Voters,
with coordination of the library.
Dr. Natalie Naylor taught Long Island and American social history
for more than thirty years at Hofstra University.
No registration required.
Current Events Discussion Group
Tuesdays, October 14 & December 9, at 1:00 p.m.
Explore behind the headlines and TV sound bites.
Join Fred Chernow for these lively discussions.
Thai Cooking
Tuesday, September 23, at 7:00 p.m.
In-person, limited registration for LUFSD residents will begin on
Tuesday, September 2, at 6:00 p.m. Each patron may register two people.
Penn Hongthong will demonstrate how to prepare
Thai cuisine and provide a sample tasting. A nonrefundable $5.00 fee, check or money order, made
payable to the Levittown Public Library, is due upon
registration for each patron.
Cooking: A Twist & Taste of Italy
Thursday, October 30, at 7:00 p.m.
In-person, limited registration for LUFSD residents will begin on
Thursday, October 2, at 6:00 p.m. Each patron may register two people.
In this hands on cooking class with Chef Joe you will
prepare caprese salad roulade, mozzarella triangles,
and rolled chicken & mushroom lasagna in the new
Innovation Station kitchen! A non-refundable $5.00
fee, check or money order, made payable to the
Levittown Public Library, is due upon registration for each patron.
Adult Programs
September Exhibit & Display Cases:
Page Turners Book Discussion Group
Long Island Mobile Amateur Radio Club
Field Day in Veteran’s Memorial Park: 9/20/14, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
October Exhibit:
Long Island water photographs by John P. Cardone
October Display Cases:
Pottery skulls by Katie Conners
Library Board Meetings
The Board of Trustees meetings are open to the public.
The agenda includes a Period for Public Expression. The next
meetings are Wednesday, September 10 & October 1, at 8:00 p.m.
Stretching & Toning
Mondays, September 15 - October 27,
from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. No class October 13.
A non-refundable $18.00 fee, check or money order, made payable
to the Levittown Public Library, is due upon registration. Each
registered person must sign a physical release form prior to the
first class. Single person registration. Limited in-person registration for LUFSD residents begins Monday, September 8, at 9:00 a.m.
Singles 55+: New Life...New You!
Friday, September 12, and
Friday, October 17, at 3:00 p.m.
Join this discussion group moderated by
Marla Matthews, for singles ages 55+. Meet new friends
and give each other support. No registration required.
Singles Discussion & Support Group
Friday, September 19, and
Wednesday, October 8, at 7:00 p.m.
Meet new friends and join Marla Matthews, TV talk show host,
Social Worker, and Life Coach for open discussions about living
single in today’s world. No registration required.
Canasta
Tuesdays, September 30 through
October 28, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Join Donna Miller-Small for this series of classes designed to
teach you how to play this rummy card game made popular in the
1950’s. May register two people. Limited, in-person registration
for LUFSD residents begins Tuesday, September 9, at 9:00 a.m.
What’s Next with Facebook?
A Tale for the Time Being by Ruth Ozeki
Tuesday, September 16, at 7:00 p.m.
In-person or by phone registration begins for
everyone on Tuesday, September 2, at 9:00 a.m.
The mysterious contents found in a lunchbox brings a story
of past and present relationships, fact and fiction, history and
myth to a shared humanity and the search for home.
A Spear of Summer Grass by Deanna Raybourn
Monday, October 20, at 1:00 p.m.
No registration required.
Part romance, part travelogue, part murder mystery,
featuring characters whose paths cross in the wilds
of Africa. The roaring twenties of Kenya produce
an exotic journey of redemption.
The Burgess Boys by Elizabeth Stroud
Tuesday, October 21, at 7:00 p.m.
In-person or by phone registration begins for
everyone on Tuesday, September 16, at 9:00 a.m.
A tender, tough-minded, loving and deeply illuminating story
about the ties that bind us to family and shape our relationships.
Adult Book Discussion with Fran Cohen
Unbroken: A World War II Story of
Survival, Resilience and Redemption
by Laura Hillenbrand
Monday, September 8, at 1:00 p.m.
The gripping detailed true story of Louis ZamperiniOlympic Runner turned WWII-POW.
Tales Of A Female Nomad: Living at
Large in the World by Rita Golden Gelman
Monday, November 10, at 1:00 p.m.
Enjoy Rita’s insights & journey while she travels the world.
Friday Cinema Feature Films
1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
In the Community Room- - -No tickets required
September 5, Saving Mr. Banks
Walt Disney pursues author P.L.Travers for
Sponsored by the Levittown Community Council
with coordination of the library.
the rights to her Mary Poppins stories.
Starring: Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson.
Join Donna Rivera-Downey for this hands-on course that will lead
you through the many facets of Facebook. Bring your own device.
Rated PG-13, 2hr. 5minutes
Monday, October 27, at 7:00 p.m.
No registration required.
September 12, Heaven is For Real
A 4-year-old boy has a near death experience
Adult Theatre Group are proud to present
and his father faces the challenge of sharing his
“The Bad Seed” a novel by William March
experience with the world.
adapted play by Maxwell Anderson
Starring: Greg Kinnear and Kelly Reilly
Eight-year-old Rhonda is an only child. After one of Rhonda’s classmates
Rated PG, 1hr. 39 minutes
mysteriously drowns, her mother suspects her daughter is a heartless killer. October 24, Winter’s Tale
*Contains mild profanity and adult content.
Set in mythical New York City, this story is
Performances
about romance, crossed destinies, and the battle
Evening--Curtain at 7:30 p.m.:
between good verses evil.
Fridays: November 14 & 21 Saturdays: November 15 & 22,
Starring: Colin Farrell and Jessica Brown Findlay
Sunday matinees at 1:30 p.m.: November 16 & 23
Tickets available for all patrons beginning October 3, at 9:00 a.m.
Rated PG-13, 1hr. 58 minutes
The Ivy Lane Players
Young Adult Programs
Unless otherwise noted, all programs are for teens in
grades 6 through 12. Registration for all teen programs
takes place in the Teen Lounge, or call (516) 731-5728,
beginning at 9:00 a.m. Space permitting, non-resident
teen registration will start one week after LUFSD teen
registration. Preference is given to LUFSD residents for
programs requiring registration. Registered participants
must be present when the program is scheduled to begin.
We regret that a latecomer’s place may be given to those
on the waiting list.
The Teen Lounge has many resources to help
you succeed in school. Come in and use our
laptop computers*, iPads*, study room, online
databases, study guides and reference books. If you need a
break from school work, play a game or relax with friends in
our comfortable gaming room.
*Identification (library card or school ID) must be presented
for Internet use. Tweens and teens under the age of 15
must have parental permission to use our Internet resources.
Please call or visit the Teen Lounge for information.
Celebrate the Innovation Station!
“Made with Code” Party
Saturday, October 18, from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m. in the Computer Lab
As part of our Innovation Station Grand Opening, join Girls Inc. of Long Island to explore how to use
through hands-on, interactive computer exploration. Make a 3-D bracelet, compose music, and design
your very own GIF! Girls only. Registration for LUFSD teens begins Saturday, September 27.
I READ A BOOK (AND I LIKED IT)
If you’re on
Facebook,make
sure to “like” our
Levittown Public
Library Teens Page.
So you HAD to read a book over the Summer.
Did you find you actually liked it? Share your
discovery with others by telling us what book
you liked. We’ll display titles and authors for
other teens to see. Telling us your name is
Check Out Our Video
optional. Stop in and see us in the Teen
Game Collection
Lounge; email us (teens@levittownpl.org);
post or leave a message on our Facebook page The Teen Lounge has a circulating
(Levittown Public Library Teens).
collection of Wii, Wii U,
XBox360, XBox Kinect, Xbox
One, and PS3 & PS4 video
EarthKAM Crew
games. Up to 2 games may be
borrowed per young adult or adult
Friday, September 12,
for 7 days. Come into the Teen
from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Lounge to browse our titles.
We have signed up to participate in the Sally Ride
Levittown cardholders only.
EarthKAM project, an educational outreach
Teen Game Club
program of the National Aeronautics and Space
Administration (NASA). The project allows students to request images
3:30-4:45 p.m.
of specific locations on Earth from the International Space Station
Tuesday, October 14
during specified periods of time (Missions). Join us to learn more
Tuesday, October 28
about the project and to prepare for participation in the next Mission.
Relax and have fun in the Teen
Registration for LUFSD teens begins Thursday, September 4.
Lounge by playing XBox, Wii or
board games after school!
No registration necessary.
October is Teen Read Month
Turn Dreams Into Reality @ The Library
Celebrate Teen Read Week All Month Long!
Teen Read Week is an annual national celebration of teens and libraries, books and reading,
and all the great resources libraries have to offer teens. This year’s official Teen Read Week
is October 12 to 18 but this year we are celebrating all month long. Visit the Teen Lounge
and check out our display, I Read a Book (and I Liked It) to find a great new read or share
one you enjoyed. Create a Bookface or a Dream Bookmark.
Young Adult Programs
Teen Clubs and Workshops
Grades 6 through 12
Non-resident teen registration for these workshops will start one week after LUFSD teen registration.
Epic Library Quest
Make a Dream Journal
September 2 through September 30
Thursday, October 16,
from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Participate in the LPL Epic Library Quest
throughout the month of September! Stop by the
Teen Lounge where your challenge awaits. You
will receive instructions to complete the quest and
upon turning in your correct completed quest
answers, be entered into a drawing for a gift card.
Make a Locker Organizer
Tuesday, September 23,
from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m.
Create a cool organizer for your middle
school stuff! Registration for
LUFSD teens begins Tuesday, September 9.
LifeHacks: Homework
Monday, September 29,
from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Overwhelmed with homework? Join us for a
discussion of tips, techniques and resources to
help you get it done. Registration for
LUFSD teens begins Monday, September 15.
Yoga and Relaxation
Techniques for School Stress
Tuesday, September 30,
from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
It’s a brand new school year and if you’re
already feeling stressed out, this session is for
you. Join Mary Clare Chiofalo to learn yoga and
other healthy relaxation techniques for staying
calm and clear-headed. Registration for LUFSD
teens begins Tuesday, September 16.
Strong Girls School
Wednesdays, October 15, 22, 29,
and November 5,
from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
It’s not always easy being a girl. Join us as we
discuss challenges today’s girls face and possible ways to deal with them. In our last week,
we’ll make a related craft. Registration for
LUFSD teens begins Wednesday, October 1.
Manga Club
Monday, October 20,
from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Love Manga and Anime? Here’s your chance to meet
with other Levittown teens who feel the same. Talk
about your favorite Manga and Anime characters and
series, share drawing techniques, and enjoy snacks.
Registration for LUFSD teens begins Monday, October 6.
Create your own unique journal to use
to record your night-time dreams, day
dreams or anything you like.
Registration for LUFSD teens
begins Thursday, October 2.
“Made with Code” Party
Saturday, October 18,
from 11:00 to 1:00 p.m.
in the Computer Lab
As part of our Innovation Station Grand Opening,
join Girls Inc. of Long Island to explore how to use
through hands-on, interactive computer exploration.
Make a 3-D bracelet, compose music, and design
your very own GIF! Girls only. Registration for
LUFSD teens begins Saturday, September 27.
Create a Jumbo
Spider Web Cookie
Friday, October 24,
from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
The Baking Coach returns with a
great Halloween treat. Learn how
to mix a color fondant and use it to
decorate a jumbo cookie.
Registration for LUFSD teens
begins Friday, October 10.
Saturday Anime Matinee:
Summer Wars
Saturday, October 25,
from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Kenji is your typical teenage misfit.
He’s good at math, and bad with girls,
and spends most of his time hanging out
in the all-powerful, online community
known as OZ. His second life is the
only life he has--until he meets the girl
of his dreams. Registration for LUFSD
teens begins Saturday, October 11.
Book It: Miss Peregrine’s
Home for Peculiar Children
Thursday, October 30,
from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Just in time for Halloween! We’ll make
gocks (goth sock monsters) while we
discuss this chilling book. You may pick up
a copy of the book in the Teen Lounge.
Registration for LUFSD teens begins
Thursday, October 2.
C HILDREN’S PR
OGRAMS
PROGRAMS
Preference is given to LUFSD residents for programs requiring registration. Space permitting, non-residents may register. Registration takes
place in the Children's Department at 9:00 a.m. on the day listed unless otherwise noted. Parents may register by phone 731-5728 ext. 500,
but preference will be given to on-site registrants. Some programs require in-person registration and/or tickets. Registered participants must be
present when the program is scheduled to begin. We regret that a latecomer’s place may be given to those on the waiting list.
Congratulations!
Madison Gilbert is the first patron to achieve the goal of 1,000 Books
Before Kindergarten. Madison will be entering Kindergarten in the Fall.
She is pictured here with Librarians Miss Amy & Miss Melissa. We are
excited to see who will join her in reaching their goal. Keep reading!
Fall Storytimes
Space permitting, non-residents may register one day prior to storytimes' beginning. Parent's library card and child's birth certificate are needed for
registration. Parents may register by phone, 731-5728 ext. 500, but preference will be given to on-site registrants. If registration is by phone, parents
must come to the library before their child's first storytime session and present their library card and child's birth certificate and pick up the confirming
registration letter. Children may be registered for only one fall session, except for Baby and Me Time. The Storyhour Room is also used as a TOY ROOM
when storytimes, class visits, and other programs are not scheduled. These events take priority over use as a toy room.
Please call ahead 731-5728 ext. 500 to inquire when the room may be used for play.
ALL TOGETHER NOW for AGES 1½ to 3½
(Children born between March 2011 and March 2013)
Registration begins Monday, September 22.
Mondays, September 29 through November 10,
at 10:15 a.m. OR 11:00 a.m.
(No class on Monday, October 13)
MOTHER GOOSE for AGES 1½ to 2½
(Children born between March 2012 and March 2013)
Registration begins Monday, September 22.
Thursdays, October 9 through November 13, at 10:00 a.m.
Our Place
Special Needs Storytime
Join us for a storytime for children with special needs.
Enjoy stories, songs, movement activities and a craft in a comfortable and friendly environment. This storytime is geared for
children ages 5 through elementary levels. Parents/caregivers
should accompany the child, and siblings are also welcome!
“Under the Sea”
Registration begins Saturday, September 6.
Saturday, September 20, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
STORYTIME FOR TOTS for AGES 2½ to 3½
(Children born between March 2011 and March 2012)
Registration begins Monday, September 22.
Thursdays, October 9 through November 13, at 11:00 a.m.
PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME for AGES 3½ to 5
(For children born between December 2008 and
March 2011, and not yet in Kindergarten)
Registration begins Tuesday, September 23.
“Dust Bunnies”
Registration begins Saturday, September 27.
Saturday, October 11, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
“Falling Leaves”
Registration begins Saturday, October 25.
Saturday, November 8, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Wednesdays, October 1 through November 5, at 1:30 p.m.
PAJAMA STORYTIME for AGES 3 to 7 with an ADULT
(Children born between September 2007 and September 2011)
Registration begins Thursday, September 18, at 6:00 p.m.
Thursdays, October 2 through October 30, at 7:15 p.m.
Baby and Me Time
for Ages 4 Months to 18 Months
Separate registration is required for each session.
Registration begins Friday, September 19 for
Friday, September 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Registration begins Friday, October 3 for
Friday, October 10, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Registration begins Friday, October 17 for
Friday, October 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Registration begins Monday, November 3 for
Friday, November 7, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Registration is ongoing for families with children who
have not yet started kindergarten.
This ongoing program is designed to
encourage reading together. Simply read
together with your young child and keep
track of what you are reading. We’ll have
stickers, bookmarks and a few surprises
along the way to 1,000 books before your
child starts kindergarten.
This program has been made
possible, in part, through a grant from
C HILDREN’S PR
OGRAMS
PROGRAMS
Children’s Programs & Workshops
Registration or tickets are available for LUFSD residents in the Children's Department beginning at 9:00 a.m. on the day listed
unless otherwise noted. Space permitting, non-residents may register the day prior to the program.
Parent
Child Workshop
After School Crafts
Grades K to 1
For Children Ages 12 Months through 36 Months
(Siblings up to 5 years of age are welcome)
Thursday, October 16,
at 4:30 p.m.
Registration in the Children’s Department
starts Wednesday, September 24,
for Wednesday sessions:
October 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, at 10:00 a.m.
Parent's library card and child's birth certificate are needed for
registration. Parents may register by phone (731-5728, extension
500), but preference will be given to on-site registrants.
If registration is by phone, parents must come to the library before
their child's first workshop session and present their library card and
child's birth certificate to pick up the confirming registration letter.
This program will provide a setting in which you and your child can
learn and play together, introduce you to specialists and community
resource individuals who will provide you with information on the
different aspects of parenting and early childhood, and promote
family literacy.
Clever Creation LEGO Club
Grades K to 4
Saturdays, September 13,
& November 1, at 2:30 p.m.
No registration required.
Talk Like a Pirate Day
Grades K to 3
Friday, September 19,
at 4:30 p.m.
Shiver Me Timbers! There will be plenty of
laughs from shipmates with ranks, join us for a
chance to walk the planks. There will be
plenty of books and crafts galore, you won’t
want to leave and go back ashore.
Registration begins Friday, September 5.
Balloon Workshop
Grades 4 to 6
Monday, October 20,
from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Come and learn about twisting balloons
to make different creations.
Registration begins Monday, October 6.
Let’s Play Chess
Grades 2 to 6
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
With the Long Island Chess Nuts.
Registration begins Wednesday, September 17 for
Wednesday, October 1.
Registration begins Wednesday, November 5 for
Wednesday, November 19.
Come and create your very own
Googley Eyes Frame.
Registration begins Thursday, October 2.
After School Crafts
Grades 2 to 3
Wednesday, October 29,
at 4:30 p.m.
Come and create your very own
Alien Holder. Registration begins
Wednesday, October 15.
Halloween Program
Ages 1½ to 5
Friday, October 31,
at 11:30 a.m.
“Matt the Musician”
Join Matt as he entertains us with songs to
dance to. Come dressed in your costumes
for a parade after the show.
Tickets are available beginning Friday,
October 17.
Indoor Lacrosse with
JumpBunch
Grades K to 1
Monday, November 10,
at 4:30 p.m.
JumpBunch is a mobile sports and fitness
program that introduces sports to children.
Registration begins Monday, November 3.
Indoor Lacrosse with
JumpBunch
Grades 2 to 3
Thursday, November 13,
at 4:30 p.m.
JumpBunch is a mobile sports and fitness
program that introduces sports to children.
Registration begins Monday, November 3.
Free Museum Passes
The Levittown Public Library is offering our Levittown
Union Free School District patrons free passes to the
following museums:
The Children’s Department-American Airpower Museum,
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium, Cradle of
Aviation Museum, Long Island Children’s Museum, Nassau
County Firefighters Museum, Old Westbury Gardens.
The Reference Department- Clark Botanic Garden, Garvies
Point Museum and Preserve, Heckscher Museum of Art, New
York Historical Society Museum & Library, Nassau County
Museum of Art, The Long Island Museum, The Intrepid Sea,
Air & Space Museum, The New York Botanical Garden
The passes may be borrowed and returned to the Department.
For more information, visit the Library or call 731-5728.
E-Readers for Loan
Nook E-readers with pre-loaded popular titles are available
for 14 day check-out at the Circulation Desk. Borrowers must
be Levittown cardholders and at least 18 years of age.
Our Library on the Go!
Levittown Public Library App and Mobile Website
Library events, services and collections are at the tap of your
fingers! Users can check the availability of, and reserve library
materials. Available for Androids and iPhones, the app may be
downloaded for free in the Android market and from the
App Store. Check our mobile website at:
Have a question? Text us!
www.ltown.amobileapp4.com
(standard message rates apply)
Text us at 66746 and start your
question with asklpl. Example:
asklpl What are the library hours?
We will respond as soon as possible.
The Library Newsletter
Levittown residents who want the newsletter mailed to them can sign
up at the Circulation Desk. A limited number of printed newsletters are
available in the library. The newsletter can also be accessed on-line
on the library’s website. Featured is EventKeeper, an on-going
calender of events that are happening at the library. It will also list
program changes, cancellations, and library closings.
You may also contact the library by phone to verify that there are no
program changes due to misprints or unforeseen circumstances.
ON-GOING ACTIVITIES
The following are offered on an on-going basis.
For more information, ask at the Reference Desk,
or phone 516-731-5728.
AARP Driver Safety Program
The Library provides a location for the program to be offered once or
twice a month. Fee: $20.00 for AARP Members; $25.00 for nonmembers, (check or money order).
Empire Safety Council Defensive Driving
The Library provides a location for the program to be offered
monthly to licensed drivers. Fee: $35.00 (check or money order).
Adult Game Club
Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Meeting Rooms 1 & 2
There are tables available to meet and play cards, checkers, mahjong,
and any other table game for fun. No registration required.
Live Homework Help--Via Internet
Free online help from tutors is available (from library or home) for
students in grades K to 12 (and college intro) from 2:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Simply log on to our website at: www.levittownlp.org
Senior Connections
Free information and referral services to the local senior
population. Generally, volunteers are available Monday through
Friday. Check with the Reference Desk for scheduled hours.
LEVITTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
1 Bluegrass Lane, Levittown, New York 11756-1292
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Phone (516) 731-5728
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
Paid
LEVITTOWN, N.Y.
PERMIT # 304
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Hearing Impaired (516) 579-8585
mail@levittownpl.org
www.levittownpl.org
New!
Library Board of Trustees:
Susan Maher
Rusel Greller
Margaret Santer
Steven V. Dalton
Rich Santer
Director
Trina Reed
Assistant Director
Laura Hoffman
Library Hours:
Monday-Friday
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday
1:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m.
Sundays open October 5, 2014 until May 17, 2015
Closed: Monday, September 1, Sunday, October 12,
and Monday, October 13, 2014
Editor - Jacklyn J. Nogan
OR CURRENT RESIDENT
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