Sunday, June 14
Man Of La Mancha In Concert
The Jericho library hosts this stage classic presented by Plaza Theatrical Productions from 2 to 4 p.m. Join Don Quixote as he fights to right all the wrongs and tilts at windmills in this award-winning show. Enjoy the music and the poignant, moving story as you follow the Man of La Mancha on his “Impossible Dream.”
Tuesday, June 16
Spring Knitting Group
The Jericho library hosts Edye Rosenbaum from 7 to 9 p.m. for this class. Knitters of all levels are invited to join Edye when she resumes knitting classes at the Library. Beginners please pick up a list of materials at the circulation Desk. Those already knitting may bring their own project.
Wednesday, June 17
Old Fashioned Ice Cream Sandwiches
In anticipation of National Ice Cream Month this July, the Jericho library invites tweens to join and make homemade waffles and place ice cream in between to make ice cream sandwiches. While enjoying your delicious snack, we will give a presentation on how to make ice cream. Event is from 7 to 7:45 p.m. in the meeting room.
Thursday, June 18
Rehabilitation of Sagamore Hill
The Syosset library celebrates the re-opening of Sagamore Hill with a free 2 p.m. presentation by the historic site’s curator Susan Sarna. A discussion on the enormous undertaking of rehabilitating the Theodore Roosevelt Home, and the work involved in relocating and protecting the museum’s collection with this PowerPoint presentation.
Saturday, June 20
Dragon Boat Festival
Join the Jericho library at 2 p.m. for the Dragon Boat Festival, in commemoration of the patriotic poet Qu Yuan (278-240 BC). For 2,000 years, his spirit has influenced many and he remains revered by people from all over the world. Enjoy this celebration and delight in the entertainment of poetry, music, dance and more. There will be a dragon boat craft for the children to take home and a taste of zongzi, flavored sticky rice wrapped in bamboo leaves, a treat for all. Tickets are required.
Wednesday, June 24
For The Health Of It
This free seminar at the Syosset library at 7 p.m. is entitled “Shoulder and Elbow Sports Injuries: Is There an Epidemic?” Presented by orthopedic surgeon Joshua Steinvurzel, MD, this will be a review of common shoulder and elbow conditions that affect athletes, symptoms to look for, diagnosis, treatment options and programs for prevention. Although this program is especially aimed at young athletes and their parents, anyone who participates in physical activity can benefit.
Thursday, June 25
Art Lecture: The Dinner Party
The Syosset library presents this free seminar at 2 p.m. examining The Dinner Party, by Judy Chicago. Part of the permanent collection at the Brooklyn Museum, The Dinner Party is an icon of feminist art, which represents 1,038 women in history—39 women are represented by place settings and another 999 names are inscribed in the Heritage Floor on which the table rests. This monumental work of art is comprised of a triangular table divided by three wings, each 48-feet long.
Through June 27
Jeanette Martone: Pencil Drawings
Jeanette Martone’s pencil drawings will be exhibited in the Syosset library’s art gallery through June 27. Open to the public. Awareness of the common linkage found in our humanity, the fragility of our cultures, and the vulnerability of those living the barest existence, teetering on the edge of life, inspires the foundation of Martone’s work. Since 1994, she has traveled to the developing world to participate in volunteer projects assisting the poor. Experiences there have contributed to the evolution of her work. As she depicts her subjects, they are captured in a moment of time, revealing their inner grace and the beauty that can be found in the infinite details of their environment; the sun cracked earth, the drape of tired fabric, and the detritus of struggle. The simplicity and purity of pencil and paper lend an immediacy and intimacy to the work.
