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WESTBURY MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
445 Jefferson Street, Westbury, NY 11590, Phone 516-333-0176, Fax 516-333-1752
Welcome to the Westbury Memorial Public Library, a community resource located in central Nassau County, Long Island, New York

BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Peter J. May, President
Kenneth M. Little, Vice Pres
C. Yvette Long
Eric Dobrin
Cosmas Bonaparte

Cathleen A. Towey, Director


DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE - Save Money, Use Your Library

During tight economic times, take advantage of what the Library has to offer and save money on your household budget.

Most people in the community can walk or take their bikes to the Library, at no cost. Get some exercise and save money on gas. Take a walk to the Library and borrow movies, attend a program or take home a book, all for free.

Is your computer on the fritz? Are you tired of paying monthly internet bills? Use the computers at the Library at no cost. We now also loan laptops to use in the Library. Because our building is wireless, you can now use a computer anyplace you’d like to sit.

Want to take a trip close by? Borrow our free passes to Old Westbury Gardens. Want to take a day trip to New York City? Borrow our free passes to the Metropolitan Museum of Art or the Museum of Natural History.

Simply want to take a time out from your busy schedule? Read a favorite magazine or newspaper in a comfortable chair? We have many popular things to read for pleasure, at the Library.

When you are looking for ways to cut costs and have fun or learn, think of the Library. It’s the best bargain in the community.

Cathleen A. Towey

Please note, residents of our service area have registration priority for all library sponsored programs. Program fees are NOT REFUNDABLE.

7/1
Movie: Spiderwick Chronicles - CHILDREN'S MOVIE
Tuesday, July 1, 2:00
Movies are shown at the Adult Library. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
A very good adaptation of the popular series of books by Tony DiTerllizi and Holly Black, The Spiderwick Chronicles is one of the few family films in recent years to seamlessly integrate magical elements with a potent drama that will strike a chord with many kids. Rated PG, 101 minutes

7/3
Happy 4th of July! - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Thursday, July 3, 2:00
Celebrate Independence Day and make a special craft! Please register at the Children’s Library.

7/4, 7/5, 7/6
CLOSED July 4-6 for Independence Day Weekend


7/7
Wingspan Yoga - TEENS
Monday, July 7, 4:30
July 7 & 14. Join yoga instructor Julie Weiss to discover the many joys of yoga. Teens will build strength, flexibility, and self-confidence through yoga postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. Yoga is fun, challenging, and helps you learn about the most important subject...You! Please wear comfortable clothing, bring some water, and a yoga mat if you have your own. Extra mats will be available if you need to borrow. Be sure to register in advance.

7/8
Storygami with Rachel Katz - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Tuesday, July 8, 11:00
Ms. Katz will present her unique program, which blends origami and storytelling. Each participant will learn how to make their own origami model to take home. Please register in advance.


7/9
Blood Pressure Screening - HEALTH & FITNESS
Wednesday, July 9, 10:00 - 12:00
Free blood pressure screening conducted by St. Francis Hospital. Offered at our library every other month.

7/9
Little Ladybugs Story Time - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, July 9, 10:30
July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6. For children ages 3 years and older. Rise and shine and join us for your favorite stories, songs and rhymes!

7/9
Firefly Evening Story Time - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, July 9 - August 6, 7:00
July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6. For children ages 3 years and older. Join us Wednesdays for an evening of stories and songs.

7/11
Circle Time & Toy Center - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Fridays, 10:30-11:15. For children ages 6 months to 4 years old. We begin with 15 minutes of songs, finger plays and stories followed by 45 minutes of quiet play for you to share with your child. Meet other parents and caregivers, too.

7/11
Cr@sh - TEENS
Friday, July 11, 4:00
July 11 and August 8. Chill out and Cr@sh. Play videogames on our multiple systems. Make and take craft projects. Loads of food and fun! Please register in advance.

7/11
Painting Class: Oil and Acrylics - SPECIAL INTEREST
Friday, July 11, 9:30 - 12:00
Fridays, July 11 through August 29. Whatever your skill level, learn painting with oils or acrylics from instructor Debbie Wnuk. A supply list will be given upon registration. Class is limited to 12 students and there is a $40 registration fee. Make check or money order payable to WMPL.

7/12
Families Reading Together - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Saturday, July 12, 10:30
Saturdays, July 12, 19, 26. For families with children ages 5-10. By popular request, the enchanting storyteller Soh Young Lee-Segredo will be back this summer to entertain us. First, you read two wonderful stories at home with your children and then join us Saturday for a delightful program of storytelling, book discussion and refreshments. To be held in the Meeting Room. The first two stories can be picked up at the Children's Library starting Tuesday, July 1. Please register in advance.

7/12
Families Reading Together - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Saturday, July 12 - July 26, 10:30
Saturdays, July 12, 19, 26. For families with children ages 5-10. By popular request, the enchanting storyteller Soh Young Lee-Segredo will be back this summer to entertain us. First, you read two wonderful stories at home with your children and then join us Saturday for a delightful program of storytelling, book discussion and refreshments. To be held in the Meeting Room. The first two stories can be picked up at the Children's Library starting Tuesday, July 1. Please register in advance.


7/14
Wingspan Yoga - TEENS
Monday, July 14, 4:30
July 7 & 14. Join yoga instructor Julie Weiss to discover the many joys of yoga. Teens will build strength, flexibility, and self-confidence through yoga postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. Yoga is fun, challenging, and helps you learn about the most important subject...You! Please wear comfortable clothing, bring some water, and a yoga mat if you have your own. Extra mats will be available if you need to borrow. Be sure to register in advance.

7/15
Drama Kids Grades K-2 - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Tuesday, July 15, 2:00 - 3:00
July 15 & 22. The Drama Kids program is specially designed to build self-confidence, as well as strong speaking and acting skills through the fun and creativity of drama. This class will be held in the meeting room at the adult library. Register in advance, sign up is limited to 20 per class.


7/16
Little Ladybugs Story Time - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, July 16, 10:30
July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6. For children ages 3 years and older. Rise and shine and join us for your favorite stories, songs and rhymes!

7/16
Pilates - HEALTH & FITNESS
Wednesday, July 16, 6:00 - 7:00
Wednesdays, July 16 - August 27 (*August 13 class will meet Tuesday, August 12)
Learn the techniques of Joseph A. Pilates. Exercise with stretching and breathing that will warm up the muscles and help to make you feel stronger and more flexible. This beginner/intermediate class will incorporate floor exercise along with the flexibility and strength training of Pilates. Please be prepared with a mat and water and wear comfortable clothing. Mary Ellen Petassi, our instructor, is a certified personal trainer and a Pilate’s instructor with the American Council of Exercise. Fee $30 payable to WMPL for this session.


7/16
Firefly Evening Story Time - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, July 9 - August 6, 7:00
July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6. For children ages 3 years and older. Join us Wednesdays for an evening of stories and songs.

7/17
Bug Catcher Craft - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Thursday, July 17, 2:00
We’re going on a bug hunt! Come to the library and make your very own insect catcher! Please register in advance.


7/17
Library Board Meeting
Please call ahead to confirm date and time.
Thursday, July 17, 7:00


7/18
Circle Time & Toy Center - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Fridays, 10:30-11:15. For children ages 6 months to 4 years old. We begin with 15 minutes of songs, finger plays and stories followed by 45 minutes of quiet play for you to share with your child. Meet other parents and caregivers, too.


7/18
Painting Class: Oil and Acrylics - SPECIAL INTEREST
Friday, July 18, 9:30 - 12:00
Fridays, July 11 through August 29. Whatever your skill level, learn painting with oils or acrylics from instructor Debbie Wnuk. A supply list will be given upon registration. Class is limited to 12 students and there is a $40 registration fee. Make check or money order payable to WMPL.

7/19
Families Reading Together - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Saturday, July 19, 10:30
Saturdays, July 12, 19, 26. For families with children ages 5-10. By popular request, the enchanting storyteller Soh Young Lee-Segredo will be back this summer to entertain us. First, you read two wonderful stories at home with your children and then join us Saturday for a delightful program of storytelling, book discussion and refreshments. To be held in the Meeting Room. The first two stories can be picked up at the Children's Library starting Tuesday, July 1. Please register in advance.

7/21
AARP Driver Safety Program, P1- SPECIAL INTEREST
Monday, July 21, 9:30 - 1:30
Monday, July 21 & Tuesday, July 22. AARP conducts this 2-session driver safety program for those 50 years of age and over. You must attend both sessions. Please bring a copy of your driver's license to register. Registration begins Saturday, July 12 for Westbury and Carle Place residents. Out of district residents may register July 14, if space is available. The fee is $10 (check or money order only) payable to AARP. Class is limited to 35 participants.

7/22
AARP Driver Safety Program, P2- SPECIAL INTEREST
Tuesday, July 22, 9:30 - 1:30
Monday, July 21 & Tuesday, July 22. AARP conducts this 2-session driver safety program for those 50 years of age and over. You must attend both sessions. Please bring a copy of your driver's license to register. Registration begins Saturday, July 12 for Westbury and Carle Place residents. Out of district residents may register July 14, if space is available. The fee is $10 (check or money order only) payable to AARP. Class is limited to 35 participants.

7/22
Make-It & Take-It - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Tuesday, July 22 - August 12, 11:00
July 22-August 12. Stop in to the Children's Library and make a special buggy craft. Little ones will need a parent's assistance. For grades K-6.


7/22
Drama Kids Grades K-2 - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Tuesday, July 22, 2:00 - 3:00
July 15 & 22. The Drama Kids program is specially designed to build self-confidence, as well as strong speaking and acting skills through the fun and creativity of drama. This class will be held in the meeting room at the adult library. Register in advance, sign up is limited to 20 per class.


7/23
Little Ladybugs Story Time - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, July 23, 10:30
July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6. For children ages 3 years and older. Rise and shine and join us for your favorite stories, songs and rhymes!


7/23
Pilates - HEALTH & FITNESS
Wednesday, July 23*, 6:00 - 7:00
Wednesdays, July 16 - August 27 (*August 13 class will meet Tuesday, August 12)
Learn the techniques of Joseph A. Pilates. Exercise with stretching and breathing that will warm up the muscles and help to make you feel stronger and more flexible. This beginner/intermediate class will incorporate floor exercise along with the flexibility and strength training of Pilates. Please be prepared with a mat and water and wear comfortable clothing. Mary Ellen Petassi, our instructor, is a certified personal trainer and a Pilate’s instructor with the American Council of Exercise. Fee $30 payable to WMPL for this session.


7/23
Firefly Evening Story Time - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, July 23, 7:00
July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6. For children ages 3 years and older. Join us Wednesdays for an evening of stories and songs.

7/24
Design Your Own Insect - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Thursday, July 24, 2:00
Christine Lopes will talk about bugs and show you how to design your own insect! For children ages 5 years and older. Register at the Children’s Library.

7/24
Guys Read - Pigza and Pizza! - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Thursday, July 24, 6:00
Join us to discuss the book Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key by Jack Gantos and eat some pizza! For guys in grades 4-6. Register and pick up the book at the Children’s Library.

7/24
Meet Assemblyman Rob Walker - SPECIAL INTEREST
Thursday, July 24, 6:30 - 8:30
Assemblyman Rob Walker will be holding a "Town Hall" meeting here at Library. The meeting is one in a series of stops on Mr. Walker’s Listening Tour" of the 15th Assembly District. You are invited to come to speak with the Assemblyman on any subject that is important to you, whether it’s high taxes, school aid, the economy, or just to chat. We hope to see you then.


7/25
Painting Class: Oil and Acrylics - SPECIAL INTEREST
Friday, July 25, 9:30 - 12:00
Fridays, July 11 through August 29. Whatever your skill level, learn painting with oils or acrylics from instructor Debbie Wnuk. A supply list will be given upon registration. Class is limited to 12 students and there is a $40 registration fee. Make check or money order payable to WMPL.


7/25
Circle Time & Toy Center - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Fridays, 10:30-11:15. For children ages 6 months to 4 years old. We begin with 15 minutes of songs, finger plays and stories followed by 45 minutes of quiet play for you to share with your child. Meet other parents and caregivers, too.

7/25
Jewelry Making - TEENS
Friday, July 25, 4:00
Learn how to make beautiful earrings and necklaces using beads and wire. Give them as gifts or keep them for yourself. Let your creativity run wild! Sign-up in advance.

7/26
Families Reading Together - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Saturday, July 26, 10:30
Saturdays, July 12, 19, 26. For families with children ages 5-10. By popular request, the enchanting storyteller Soh Young Lee-Segredo will be back this summer to entertain us. First, you read two wonderful stories at home with your children and then join us Saturday for a delightful program of storytelling, book discussion and refreshments. To be held in the Meeting Room. The first two stories can be picked up at the Children's Library starting Tuesday, July 1. Please register in advance.

7/28
Cooking Class - TEENS
Monday, July 28, 4:00
Think you have what it takes to be a top chef? Learn how to make delicious nachos! Sign-up in advance.

7/29
Luncheon Cruise/Bateaux New York - BUS TRIPS
Tuesday, July 29
Experience the ultimate fusion of gourmet dining and exceptional service in a setting unlike any other. Rich hardwood floors gleam underfoot. A glass ceiling and walls reveal NYC’s magnificent skyline at every turn. Enjoy a delicious luncheon on this glass-enclosed sailing yacht, reminiscent of those used on the rivers of Europe. Afterwards, enjoy a guided tour of Central Park. Cost is $81 payable to WMPL. Registration for Westbury and Carle Place residents begins upon receipt of the newsletter. Out of district residents may register May 16.


7/22
Make-It & Take-It - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Tuesday, July 22 - August 12, 11:00
July 22-August 12. Stop in to the Children's Library and make a special buggy craft. Little ones will need a parent's assistance. For grades K-6.

7/29
Drama Kids Grades 3-6
Tuesday, July 29, 2:00 - 3:00
July 29 & August 5. The Drama Kids program is specially designed to build self-confidence, as well as strong speaking and acting skills through the fun and creativity of drama. This class will be held in the meeting room at the adult library. Register in advance, sign up is limited to 20 per class.


7/30
Little Ladybugs Story Time - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, July 30, 10:30
July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6. For children ages 3 years and older. Rise and shine and join us for your favorite stories, songs and rhymes!


7/30
Pilates - HEALTH & FITNESS
Wednesday, July 30, 6:00 - 7:00
Wednesdays, July 16 - August 27 (*August 13 class will meet Tuesday, August 12)
Learn the techniques of Joseph A. Pilates. Exercise with stretching and breathing that will warm up the muscles and help to make you feel stronger and more flexible. This beginner/intermediate class will incorporate floor exercise along with the flexibility and strength training of Pilates. Please be prepared with a mat and water and wear comfortable clothing. Mary Ellen Petassi, our instructor, is a certified personal trainer and a Pilate’s instructor with the American Council of Exercise. Fee $30 payable to WMPL for this session.


7/30
Firefly Evening Story Time - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, July 30, 7:00
July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6. For children ages 3 years and older. Join us Wednesdays for an evening of stories and songs.

7/31
Mother/Daughter Book Club - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Thursday, July 31, 7:00
This month we’re reading Babymouse: Queen of the World by Jennifer L. and Matthew Holm. Join us to discuss this popular graphic novel and decorate your very own Pink Cupcake! For grades 4-6. Register and pick up the book at the Children’s Library.


8/1
Painting Class: Oil and Acrylics - SPECIAL INTEREST
Friday, August 1, 9:30 - 12:00
Fridays, July 11 through August 29. Whatever your skill level, learn painting with oils or acrylics from instructor Debbie Wnuk. A supply list will be given upon registration. Class is limited to 12 students and there is a $40 registration fee. Make check or money order payable to WMPL.


8/1
Circle Time & Toy Center - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Fridays, 10:30-11:15. For children ages 6 months to 4 years old. We begin with 15 minutes of songs, finger plays and stories followed by 45 minutes of quiet play for you to share with your child. Meet other parents and caregivers, too.

8/5
Make-It & Take-It - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Tuesday, August 5, 11:00
July 22-August 12. Stop in to the Children's Library and make a special buggy craft. Little ones will need a parent's assistance. For grades K-6.

8/5
Drama Kids Grades 3-6
Tuesday, August 5, 2:00 - 3:00
July 29 & August 5. The Drama Kids program is specially designed to build self-confidence, as well as strong speaking and acting skills through the fun and creativity of drama. This class will be held in the meeting room at the adult library. Register in advance, sign up is limited to 20 per class.

8/4
DKI Acting Academy - TEENS
Monday, August 4 & 11, 4:00
August 4 & 11. Presented by Drama Kids International. Explore your acting abilities through drama activities! Improve your speaking, acting and auditioning skills, or just come to have a good time. Register in advance.

8/5
National Night Out - SPECIAL INTEREST
Tuesday, August 5, 5:00 - 8:00
The Library will participate in this annual event. National Night Out is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness and strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships. Ceremonies begin at 6:30 at Bunky Reid Park, Broadway, Westbury. For further information contact 997-2926, Ext. 267.


8/6
Little Ladybugs Story Time - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, August 6, 10:30
July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6. For children ages 3 years and older. Rise and shine and join us for your favorite stories, songs and rhymes!


8/6
Pilates - HEALTH & FITNESS
Wednesday, August 6, 6:00 - 7:00
Wednesdays, July 16 - August 27 (*August 13 class will meet Tuesday, August 12)
Learn the techniques of Joseph A. Pilates. Exercise with stretching and breathing that will warm up the muscles and help to make you feel stronger and more flexible. This beginner/intermediate class will incorporate floor exercise along with the flexibility and strength training of Pilates. Please be prepared with a mat and water and wear comfortable clothing. Mary Ellen Petassi, our instructor, is a certified personal trainer and a Pilate’s instructor with the American Council of Exercise. Fee $30 payable to WMPL for this session.


8/6
Firefly Evening Story Time - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, August 6, 7:00
July 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6. For children ages 3 years and older. Join us Wednesdays for an evening of stories and songs.


8/8
Painting Class: Oil and Acrylics - SPECIAL INTEREST
Friday, August 8, 9:30 - 12:00
Fridays, July 11 through August 29. Whatever your skill level, learn painting with oils or acrylics from instructor Debbie Wnuk. A supply list will be given upon registration. Class is limited to 12 students and there is a $40 registration fee. Make check or money order payable to WMPL.


8/8
Circle Time & Toy Center - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Fridays, 10:30-11:15. For children ages 6 months to 4 years old. We begin with 15 minutes of songs, finger plays and stories followed by 45 minutes of quiet play for you to share with your child. Meet other parents and caregivers, too.


8/8
Cr@sh - TEENS
Friday, August 8, 4:00
July 11 and August 8. Chill out and Cr@sh. Play videogames on our multiple systems. Make and take craft projects. Loads of food and fun! Please register in advance.

8/12
The Immigrant Experience - BUS TRIPS
Tuesday, August 12
Start with a delicious lunch served family-style at one of the oldest and finest Russian restaurants in Brighton Beach, New York, Primorski. Meet our guide and enjoy a brief stroll along the beachfront boardwalk (weather permitting) and Brighton Beach Avenue. Take a narrated journey through the heart of Brooklyn, passing several recent immigrant neighborhoods. In Manhattan’s Lower East Side, enjoy a pre-museum walking tour of the surrounding streets, rich in immigrant history. Tour the Lower East Side Tenement Museum. This "living history" apartment takes visitors back to 1916 as an authentically costumed interpreter guides visitors as though they were new arrivals seeking information about life on the Lower East Side. Video slide show and exhibits as well. This is an excellent and unusual trip. Cost is $68 payable to WMPL. Registration for Westbury and Carle Place residents begins upon receipt of the newsletter.


8/12
Make-It & Take-It - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Tuesday, August 12, 11:00
July 22-August 12. Stop in to the Children's Library and make a special buggy craft. Little ones will need a parent's assistance. For grades K-6.


8/12
Pilates - HEALTH & FITNESS
Tuesday!, August 12, 6:00 - 7:00
Wednesdays, July 16 - August 27 (*August 13 class will meet Tuesday, August 12)
Learn the techniques of Joseph A. Pilates. Exercise with stretching and breathing that will warm up the muscles and help to make you feel stronger and more flexible. This beginner/intermediate class will incorporate floor exercise along with the flexibility and strength training of Pilates. Please be prepared with a mat and water and wear comfortable clothing. Mary Ellen Petassi, our instructor, is a certified personal trainer and a Pilate’s instructor with the American Council of Exercise. Fee $30 payable to WMPL for this session.

8/13
Summer Reading Club Finale - Catch the Reading Bug - Patricia Shih Concert - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, August 13, 7:00
Celebrate the end of summer reading with Patricia Shih! Ms. Shih is an award winning singer/songwriter who tours internationally and has recorded four children’s albums. Reading Club certificates will be awarded and refreshments will be served. Don’t miss the party—participate in the Summer Reading Club.


8/15
Painting Class: Oil and Acrylics - SPECIAL INTEREST
Friday, August 15, 9:30 - 12:00
Fridays, July 11 through August 29. Whatever your skill level, learn painting with oils or acrylics from instructor Debbie Wnuk. A supply list will be given upon registration. Class is limited to 12 students and there is a $40 registration fee. Make check or money order payable to WMPL.


8/15
Circle Time & Toy Center - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Fridays, 10:30-11:15. For children ages 6 months to 4 years old. We begin with 15 minutes of songs, finger plays and stories followed by 45 minutes of quiet play for you to share with your child. Meet other parents and caregivers, too.

8/15
Summer Reading Wrap-Up - TEENS
Friday, August 15, 5:00
Read and review three books this summer and you’ll receive an invitation to our end of the summer pizza party. Prizes and raffles too!

8/18
Empire Safety Defensive Driver, P1- SPECIAL INTEREST
Monday, August 18, 6:00 - 9:00
Monday, August 18 and Tuesday, August 19. This six-hour class is taught here at the Library for those individuals who wish to lower their premiums. To register call Mr. Anthony Palumbo at 631-254-6202 of Empire Safety Council, 63 East Lakeland Street, Bayshore, NY 11706. Class limit 45, fee $28.

8/19
Movie: Hannah Montana and Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds - CHILDREN'S MOVIE
Tuesday, August 19, 2:00
Movies are shown at the Adult Library. Children must be accompanied by an adult.This concert video is the next best thing to being there. Rated G, 82 minutes


8/19
Empire Safety Defensive Driver, P2 - SPECIAL INTEREST
Tuesday, August 19, 6:00 - 9:00
Monday, August 18 and Tuesday, August 19. This six-hour class is taught here at the Library for those individuals who wish to lower their premiums. To register call Mr. Anthony Palumbo at 631-254-6202 of Empire Safety Council, 63 East Lakeland Street, Bayshore, NY 11706. Class limit 45, fee $28.

8/20
Beads-R-Us - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Wednesday, August 20, 3:00
Beading program at the library! For grades K-6. Adult supervision required. Please register in advance.


8/20
Pilates - HEALTH & FITNESS
Wednesday, August 20, 6:00 - 7:00
Wednesdays, July 16 - August 27 (*August 13 class will meet Tuesday, August 12)
Learn the techniques of Joseph A. Pilates. Exercise with stretching and breathing that will warm up the muscles and help to make you feel stronger and more flexible. This beginner/intermediate class will incorporate floor exercise along with the flexibility and strength training of Pilates. Please be prepared with a mat and water and wear comfortable clothing. Mary Ellen Petassi, our instructor, is a certified personal trainer and a Pilate’s instructor with the American Council of Exercise. Fee $30 payable to WMPL for this session.


8/21
Library Board Meeting
Please call ahead to confirm date and time.
Thursday, Aug 21, 7:00


8/22
Painting Class: Oil and Acrylics - SPECIAL INTEREST
Friday, August 22, 9:30 - 12:00
Fridays, July 11 through August 29. Whatever your skill level, learn painting with oils or acrylics from instructor Debbie Wnuk. A supply list will be given upon registration. Class is limited to 12 students and there is a $40 registration fee. Make check or money order payable to WMPL.


8/22
Circle Time & Toy Center - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Fridays, 10:30-11:15. For children ages 6 months to 4 years old. We begin with 15 minutes of songs, finger plays and stories followed by 45 minutes of quiet play for you to share with your child. Meet other parents and caregivers, too.


8/27
Pilates - HEALTH & FITNESS
Wednesday, August 27, 6:00 - 7:00
Wednesdays, July 16 - August 27 (*August 13 class will meet Tuesday, August 12)
Learn the techniques of Joseph A. Pilates. Exercise with stretching and breathing that will warm up the muscles and help to make you feel stronger and more flexible. This beginner/intermediate class will incorporate floor exercise along with the flexibility and strength training of Pilates. Please be prepared with a mat and water and wear comfortable clothing. Mary Ellen Petassi, our instructor, is a certified personal trainer and a Pilate’s instructor with the American Council of Exercise. Fee $30 payable to WMPL for this session.


8/29
Painting Class: Oil and Acrylics - SPECIAL INTEREST
Friday, August 29, 9:30 - 12:00
Fridays, July 11 through August 29. Whatever your skill level, learn painting with oils or acrylics from instructor Debbie Wnuk. A supply list will be given upon registration. Class is limited to 12 students and there is a $40 registration fee. Make check or money order payable to WMPL.


8/29
Circle Time & Toy Center - CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Fridays, 10:30-11:15. For children ages 6 months to 4 years old. We begin with 15 minutes of songs, finger plays and stories followed by 45 minutes of quiet play for you to share with your child. Meet other parents and caregivers, too.

8/30, 8/31, 9/1
Closed Saturday, Aug 30- Monday, Sept 1 for Labor Day Weekend

9/1
A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hossein - EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION
There will be no meetings of the book club in July or August, but join us in September when we will be discussing the compelling and moving best seller, A Thousand Splendid Suns, by Khaled Hosseini. Discussion leader: Library Board Trustee, C. Yvette Long.

9/8
Mohonk Mountain House - BUS TRIPS
Monday, September 8
Mohonk Mountain House is a historic and distinguished American resort hotel located atop the Shawangunk Ridge in Ulster County, New York. On this day-trip, enjoy the award winning gardens and a Victorian maze, reflecting French, Italian and mid-19th century English landscaping. A delicious buffet lunch is included. Also enjoy a behind-the-scenes kitchen tour and lemonade and cookies before departure. Cost is $83 payable to WMPL. Registration for Westbury and Carle Place residents begins upon receipt of the newsletter.

9/14
Open House - SPECIAL INTEREST
Sunday, September 14, 2:00 - 4:00
Come for an afternoon filled with fun and games and music. Weather permitting, dance in the courtyard to the tunes of Jerry Costanzo’s Big Band. Enter our free raffle to win great prizes. Stop in at the Children’s Library. Be charmed by The Cottage and amazed at the historical treasures there. Have refreshments. Get a library card. Take out a book or DVD. If you would like to take part in the planning of this special event, call Edna Harpaul for more details.

ON GOING: Scrabble
Fridays, 1:00 - 4:00
Join this congenial group.

ON GOING: English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Classes are held in the Satellite Library at Park Avenue School. For information, call 516-874-1833 or 516 876-5027. You must be at least 18 years of age to register.

ON GOING: Homebound Service
Let the library come to you! We will deliver (in our service area), pick-up, and assist in selecting books and books-on-CD for our Westbury/Carle Place Library patrons who are unable to visit the library because of physical limitations. Please call Ali at 333-0176 x132 to make use of this valuable service.

ON GOING: Senior Connections
Tuesday, 9:30 -12:00
Our goal is to provide information and referrals about Medicare, Housing, EPIC, Food Stamps, Transportation, Social Security, Legal Advice, and Senior Enrichment. All conversations kept confidential. Please come in or call 333-0176x153.

ON GOING: The Cottage -The Historical Society of the Westburys
Historical artifacts and archives about the Westbury area at the Cottage. Call 333-0176 x154 to make an appointment with curator, Susan Kovarik.



SPECIAL INTEREST: We've Got WiFi
Now you can use your wireless laptop at the Westbury Library. No waiting, no fuss, just find a comfortable spot and you're online. The Westbury Library has a high speed, easy to configure Wi-Fi Internet connection for all devices that support 802.11b. This includes many laptops, PDAs, and cellphones.

Sorry, there are NO REFUNDS for any program fees. Residents of our service areas have registration and seating priority for all library sponsored programs.

Please note:

If you live in Westbury Union Free School District #1, or the Carle Place Library District, the only thing you have to do is come in and fill out a form and show current proof of residency (current NYS driver license or current utility bill or lease in your name that also shows your valid address in the Westbury Library service district area) to apply for your library card.

Did you know that you can access the Online Public Access Catalog called ALIScat. It shows the holdings of the member libraries of the Nassau Library System, including Westbury. You can search for items by Author, Title, Subject, or Keyword. With your Westbury Library card number and a PIN number you can even renew and request certain items online.

The Westbury Lions Club has donated an Optalec Video Magnifier with a 20 inch screen which can magnify up to 60 times - to read a newspaper, sign a check, look at a photograph.

Fax service is available at the library. $1.00 each page.

LIBRARY HOURS and HOLIDAYS (subject to change) :

HOURS, MAIN BUILDING - 445 Jefferson Street
Monday 11 to 9
Tuesday through Friday - 9 to 9
Saturday, September through June - 9 to 5
Saturday, July and August - 9 to 1
Sunday, mid September through mid May - 1 to 5

HOURS, CHILDREN'S LIBRARY, Robert Bacon Memorial , 374 School Street
Monday 11 to 5
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday - 9 to 9
Friday - 9 to 5
Saturday, September through June - 9 to 5
Saturday, July and August - 9 to 1
Sunday, mid September through mid May - 1 to 5

HOLIDAYS CLOSED (subject to change - please call the Library at 333-0176 for the most up to date information)
New Year's Day
Presidents' Day
Easter Sunday
Mother's Day
Memorial Day Weekend
4th of July (July 4th Weekend, 2008)
Labor Day Weekend
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day Closed - Christmas Eve Day and New Year's Eve Day

HOURS, THE COTTAGE - THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE WESTBURYS
located in the Cottage between the Children's Library and the Adult Library
Local historical information and artifacts. Please call (516) 333-0176 for hours.

DIRECTIONS from Northern State Parkway to the Main Library, Children's Library, the Historical Society Cottage. Take Exit 32 south, onto Post Avenue. Turn left at the traffic light (the first light immediately after the Parkway ramps) at the corner of Rockland Street and Post Avenue. Proceed two blocks on Rockland to School Street. Turn right onto School Street. Turn left at the next corner onto Jefferson Street. Use the parking lot for easy access all three buildings.

DIRECTIONS from Old Country Road to the Main Library, Children's Library, the Historical Society Cottage. Turn northbound onto Post Avenue. Proceed through the Village. Just before the Northern State Parkway turn right at the traffic light at the corner of Rockland Street and Post Avenue. Proceed two blocks on Rockland to School Street. Turn right onto School Street. Turn left at the next corner onto Jefferson Street. Use the parking lot for easy access to all three buildings.

CHILDREN'S SATELLITE LIBRARY at Park Avenue School
DIRECTIONS FROM POST AVENUE
Take Post Avenue to the Long Island Railroad tracks. Northbound on Post, go under the railroad bridge and turn right onto Union Avenue. Southbound on Post, turn just before the underpass, left, onto Union Avenue. Proceed on Union Avenue to Prospect Avenue, which veers to the right. Take Prospect eastbound to the traffic light at Urban Avenue. Turn left - Urban Avenue flows directly into the Park Avenue School parking lot. Enter the school through the main entrance.

ZOOM TEXT FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED
The Westbury Library is pleased to announce the addition of specialized software to help our patrons who are visually Impaired. Through a gracious donation from the Foundation for Sight & Sound, we have installed ZoomText on both a public Internet computer and a word processing computer. The ZoomText software allows users to increase the maginification of text, increase the size of a mouse cursor and even change the colors on the screen to a higher contrast mode. All of these features will make using a computer a far less frustrating experience. Please see a member of our technology staff for any assistance with our public computers or the ZoomText software.

The Library is a WiFi hotspot. Sit in designated areas in the Library to use our 802.11b connection to access the Internet with your wireless laptop or PDA.


DATABASE and LINKS -
Databases (see descriptions below - Westbury Library card number needed for many):  
Business and Company Resource Center  |  Custom Newspapers  |  Country Watch  |  General BusinessFile ASAP  |  General Reference Index  |  Grove Art  | Grove Music   |  Health Reference DB  |  Informe   |   InfoTrac  |  Junior Edition - K12   |   Live Librarian  |  National Newspaper Index   |  Newsletters ASAP  |  netLibrary eBooks  |  NoveList /Novelist  |  NY State Newspapers  |  Online Catalog   |  Poemfinder  |  Storyfinder   |  Twayne Authors Series  

Some Links:       Yahoo    |   Google     |     Google en español     |     Babelfish(translator)     |     LibrarySpot      |      CEO Express      |      Excite!      |      NassauLibrarySystem      |      NewYork_OnlineAccess_toHealth      |      VillageofWestbury       |     VillageofWestbury_Code      |   LIRR_Westbury      |      LIRR_CarlePlace      |      NY_State_TaxForms      |      IRS_TaxForms      |      NassauCounty_PropertyTaxAssessment      |      NYS_Jobs      |      NassauCounty_CivilService  

Online Catalog - Look for items in Nassau County Libraries. In addition to browsing the catalog, by clicking on "My Library" and entering your name, Westbury Library card number (no spaces) and pin number (last four digits of your phone number) you can access your account and renew and place requests for certain items online. (The first time you do this, the submit screen will pop-up a second time and you will have to enter your pin and enter it again below to verify.) *read note below for important details

Databases by subject: (See also database descriptions below this list.)

ART & MUSIC
Grove Art
Grove Music

BIOGRAPHY
Biography Resource Center

BUSINESS MAGAZINES & NEWSPAPER ARTICLES
General Businesfile

COMPANY & INDUSTRY SOURCES
Business & Company Resource Center
PROMT - Predicast Overview of Markets and Technology
Investext Plus
Newsletters ASAP

COUNTRIES
Lands & People

EDUCATION
EBSCO Masterfile Select
Masterfile Select
ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center) Ask at the Library - Reference will do a search for you in First Search

EN ESPANOL
EBSCO Espanol
EBSCOhost Espanol
¡Informe!
La nueva encyclopedia cumbre
Salud para todos
Salud para todos

ENCYCLOPEDIAS
EBSCO Animals
Funk & Wagnall's Encyclopedia
Grolier Multimedia Encyclopedia
The New Book of Knowledge
La nueva encyclopedia cumbre

HEALTH
Health Reference Center
Health Source
Salud para todos
Salud para todos

LITERATURE
Litfinder poems, stories, essays, plays, speeches
Twayne authors
Novelist
Novelist
Novelist K-8
Novelist k-8

MAGAZINE ARTICLES
EBSCO Masterfile
Masterfile Select
Infotrac General Reference Center

NEWSPAPER ARTICLES
Historical New York Times (full text 1851-2001) Can only be searched at the Library
Newsday (1985-present) - Can only be searched at the library
National Newspaper Index

OTHER
EBSCO Text Only
EBSCOhost Text Only
EBSCO A-Z
Image Collection

SCIENCE
General Science Collection click on the "Choose Databases" tab
General Science Collection
The New Book of Popular Science

STUDENT
Jr. Edition K-12
Kids Infobits (for elementary school students)
Kids Search
Primary Search
Primary Grades Search
Searchasaurus
Topic Search (articles on current events)
TOPICsearch
History Resource Center
New Book of Popular Science
Lands & People

SPECIAL SERVICES
Career information

Databases with descriptions:

Career Cruising - A career information and planning web site. Also find some information about schools, colleges and financial aid. Westbury Library card number is necessary. When prompted, please enter your library barcode number (without spaces.)
Grove Art - articles about the visual arts and information about artists. Westbury Library card number is necessary.
Grove Music - articles about music and musicians. Westbury Library card number is necessary.
Library closed? - Live Librarian!- get assistance with your online searches. Hours of operation vary, see details on the link.
LitFinder - poems, stories, plays, speeches. Some full text.
netLibrary eBooks -titles on subjects ranging from the arts, history, literature, religion, and science, to sociology, business, and technology. Advance registration, in person at the Library, with your Westbury Library card, is necessary to set up your account to use e-books in the netLibrary collection.
NoveList - your guide to fiction, readers advisory. Westbury Library card number is necessary.
Novelist
NYS Regents Exams Online - Past exams available for review in this archive posted by the state.
Poemfinder - a one-stop resource for locating close to one million poems. Westbury Library card number is necessary.
Searchasaurus - a place for young students to start. Includes an encyclopedia of animals and a general encyclopedia, a dictionary and a pictures database.
Storyfinder - a source for thousands of fulltext shortstories plus explanations, biographies, pictures and more. Westbury Library card number is necessary.

¡Informe! - Una colección de revistas hispánicas con textos completos. Abarca negocios, salud, tecnología, cultura, temas de actualidad y otras materias. Se necesita el numero en la tarjeta de la biblioteca de Westbury. (InfoTrac version in Spanish)
Ebsco Espanol - bases de datos
EBSCOhost Espanol
informese aqui! Information Here! is a web resource, in Spanish, from the Nassau Library System.

InfoTrac - Westbury Library card number is necessary:


EBSCO Databases - Westbury Library card number is necessary: NOVEL is provided by the New York State Library, NOVELNY connects New Yorkers to 21st century information. NOVELNY is supported with temporary federal Library Services and Technology Act funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). The New York Knowledge Initiative is a proposal for permanent state funding for NOVELNY.

NOVEL requires us to require use of a library card number or click here to login with your New York State Driver License or DMV Non-Driver Photo ID Number - The State Library has worked with the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles to offer this option. To ensure user privacy, no records of the access will be stored on the State Library's server or the user's computer or attached to any individual's driver license or non-driver photo ID information.

*note: In addition to browsing the catalog, by clicking on "My Account" and entering your name, Westbury Library card number (no spaces) and pin number you can access your account and renew and place requests for certain items online. (The first time you do this, the submit screen will pop-up a second time and you will have to enter your pin twice--once to verify.) Read all on-screen notes and follow the instructions carefully. If you have any problem accessing your account please bring your Westbury card and ID to the Library.


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