Wednesday, Dec. 23
Holiday Recess
Plainedge schools are closed from Dec. 23 through Jan. 1 while Massapequa public schools are closed from Dec. 24 through Jan. 1.
Thursday, Dec. 24
Merry Christmas Eve!
Libraries are closed.
Santa Claus At Westfield Mall
Today is the last day to see Santa at Westfield Sunrise before he heads back to the North Pole to deliver present for Christmas. Mr. Claus will be available for meet-and-greets and photo opportunities. Santa will be located at the lower level Macy’s Court at Sunrise Mall. For more information on photos with Santa, see Westfield Sunrise’s Facebook event page at http://on.fb.me/1NKx6hB.
Friday, Dec. 25
Merry Christmas!
Libraries are closed.
Saturday, Dec. 26
Joyous Kwanzaa!
Monday, Dec. 28
Scrabble
Come in and enjoy a game of Scrabble from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Bar Harbour meeting room.
Strength Training
Learn how to master effective and safe exercises to build muscular strength and endurance safely and effectively. Registration and fee required. Payments over $25 must be by check only. Register at the Circulation Desk. From 10 to 11 a.m. in the Bar Harbour Auditorium.
Tuesday, Dec. 29
Spaghetti and Meatballs Cake
Come to the Plainedge Pubic Library from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and the baking coach will help you make a cake that looks like pasta. Must register. This program is YA for grades 6-12.
Introduction to Android Devices
In this class, you will get an introduction to the hardware, learn how to access the Internet and your email, understand the settings, use the apps and learn how to get new ones, discover many tips and tricks and much more. Bring your device or just come and listen. Pre-registration required. Call the Reference Dept. at 516-799-0770 to register. From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Bar Harbour Auditorium.
Thursday, Dec. 31
New Year’s Eve
Both libraries close at 5 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 1
Happy New Year!
Libraries are closed.
Sunday, Jan. 3
Gemini Journey
Musical landscapes through time and travel. Presented in cooperation with TOBAY. From noon to 4 p.m. in the Bar Harbour Auditorium.
Monday, Jan. 4
Beginners Line Dancing
$21 for all sessions. Pre-registration required. From 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m in the Bar Harbour Auditorium.
Tuesday, Jan. 5
AARP Defensive Driving
Come reduce your insurance. Fee is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Payment is by check or money order made out to “AARP.” Class size is limited. Register at the Reference Desk at either the Bar Harbour or Central Avenue building. From 9:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Bar Harbour Auditorium.
Wednesday, Jan. 6
Long Island Harmonica Club Workshop
All are welcome. Musician will teach you how to play. From 7 to 9 p.m. in the Bar Harbour Auditorium.
T.R.A.C.K.S. Safety Program
T.R.A.C.K.S. safety program from the MTA, is a free lecture to promote safe choices at grade crossings and awareness of the dangers of being on or near the tracks. From 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the Bar Harbour library.
Thursday, Jan. 7
Movie: Ricki and the Flash
The Bar Harbour auditorium will host a 1:30 and 6:30 p.m. screening of the movie Ricki and the Flash. It’s been a roller-coaster ride for Ricki (Meryl Streep), a one-time wife and mother of three who left her family behind to follow her dreams of rock ‘n’ roll stardom. Now, the singer and guitarist must face the music when she returns home to Indiana to reconnect with ex-husband Pete (Kevin Kline), troubled daughter Julie, engaged son Josh and younger son, Adam. Filled with regret, Ricki hopes to find redemption for all of the bad choices that she made in the past. Starring Meryl Streep and Kevin Kline (2015; PG-13, 1 hr 40 mins).
Writing Our Stories
Writing Our Stories Writing Group with instructor Mary Haughey. From 1 to 3 p.m. in the Bar Harbour meeting room.
Ongoing
Volunteers Needed
The Plainedge Public Library is looking for Plainedge School District volunteers in grades six and up for children’s crafts/activities during the 2015-16 school year. All applicants are accepted into a pool of eligible volunteers who will be called upon from time to time during the year. Application packets are now available from the children’s services staff. Contact the Children’s Services Department for more information at 516-735-4133, ext. 12 or ext. 13. Community service credit furnished upon request.
