January/February/March 2020 Volume 54 - peninsulapublic.org

January/February/March 2020 Volume 54

Warm up with these additional Afternoon Book Discussions:

Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive by Stephanie Land Monday, February 24, 3PM

The life of the working poor is the focus of this beautiful and gritty work.

Carol Ann Tack will facilitate.

Willa Bassen in Concert: The Two Neils

Monday, March 16, 1PM

Singer-songwriter Willa Bassen will present a musical look back at the careers of Brooklyn’s own legendary Neils: Neil Sedaka and Neil Diamond.

Shtark Contrast Presents: Check, Please Sunday, January 12, 2PM

Shtark Contrast, Woodmere's new community theatre group, will present the one-act play Check, Please by Jonathan Rand, as well as Sure Thing and The Philadelphia by David Ives at a

special Sunday afternoon event. Jennifer Winkler (seated) directs a talented local cast which includes Alejandro Cadorniga, Danielle Freud, and Jacqui

Geller. Check, Please follows a series of blind dinner dates that couldn't get any worse-- until they do. Could there possibly be a

light at the end of the tunnel? Open to all. Seating is limited. First come, first seated.

The Third Daughter is the remarkable story based on the little known but true history of thousands of young Jewish women who were trafficked into prostitution at

the turn of the 20th century and whose subjugation helped build Buenos Aires. Meet the author of this moving, important novel and join us to discuss the

book, her research and her work against trafficking.

Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens Monday, January 27, 3PM Growing up alone in the marshlands of North Carolina, Kya faces challenges and triumphs. Esther Davidson will facilitate.

In-Person Book Discussion with Author Talia Carner! Monday, March 23, 3PM

From the Board of Trustees:

On behalf of Peninsula Public Library's board, administration and staff, I would like to thank you for your loyal patronage and wish you and your family a very happy holiday season and a peaceful, prosperous New Year! We have been working diligently to provide the entire community with a state-of-the-art library that is beneficial to all. Until we get there, though, we welcome your involvement and invite you to share your thoughts, ideas, and comments. Thank you for your continued support.

All the very best, Jeff Leb President

Adult Programs

David Meets Wiley Thursday, January 23, 1PM Art History Professor Mary Vahey will present highlights from Brooklyn Mu-seum’s new show Jacques-Louis David Meets Kehinde Wiley.

FINE ARTS LECTURE SERIES

Celebrating Ten Women Artists: From Baroque to Post-Modernism Monday, March 2, 1PM Art History Professor Mary Vahey will take a look at artists who represented their time, reflecting women’s lives

Sidney Poitier Monday, February 3, 1PM Humanities lecturer Marc Courade will present the life and career of the barrier-breaking actor, a native of Cat Island, The Bahamas.

Best American Musicals to 1954 Thursday, January 30, 1PM With movie clips and interviews, video historian Jack Schnur will take a look at Hollywood’s early musicals.

Ashcan School Thursday, February 27, 1PM Art Historian Emily Folpe will take a look at the 19th-early 20th century artistic movement known for scenes of daily life in New York, often in the city's poorer neighborhoods.

1970 A to Z Thursday, January 16, 1PM Media lecturer Evan Weiner will take a look back at this divisive year in American culture and politics.

The Bauhaus Monday, January 6, 1PM Art Historian Emily Folpe will take a look at The Bauhaus, a German field of study in the applied arts, design and more which originated 100 years ago.

Leonardo at 500* Thursday, February 6, 1PM Art Historian Vivian Gordon will present a look at the incomparable, universal genius, who died 500 years ago at age 67. *Rescheduled from December 2.

New York on Film Monday, January 13, 1PM Real or fictionalized, many films have been set in New York City. Film Historian Max Alvarez will discuss the city’s different faces.

All About Annie Get Your Gun Thursday, February 20, 1PM Who was the real Annie Oakley? Theatre Historian John Kenrick presents the story behind the legendary 1946 musical about the Ohio-born female exhibition shooter.

Fosse/Verdon Monday, March 9, 1PM The iconic show business team of actress /dancer Gwen Verdon and director/ choreographer Bob Fosse will be discussed by film historian Max Alvarez.

The 1920s: 100 Years Later Thursday, February 13, 1PM In this panoramic view, media lecturer Don Parker will cover events ranging from the Teapot Dome scandal to the ratification of the 19th Amendment.

2020 Census

By Census Day, April 1, 2020, every home will receive an

invitation to participate in the 2020 Census. For the first time ever, the 2020 Census will conduct its count primarily

online, although the public is also able to participate by mail or phone. PPL’s public computers will be available for

Census filing by the public.

African Americans in Film: The Early Years Wednesday, February 12, 1PM Media lecturer Marilyn Carminio looks back at film legends and lesser known artists of color whose talent is a vital part of Hollywood’s legacy.

Degas and the World of Entertainment Thursday, March 19, 1PM In this illustrated lecture, Art Historian Vivian Gordon will consider Degas’ ability to capture the culture of 19th century Paris.

Celebrating The Sound of Music Monday, March 30, 1PM Theatre Historian John Kenrick will dis-cuss Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical drama, from its beginnings to its present incarnations.

Adult Programs

Warm up with Winter Crafts!

Wednesday, February 19...Judy (PG-13, 118 min.) Starring Renee Zellweger. In London in 1968 for a 5-week show, Judy Garland is longing for happiness.

Wednesday, February 26...Summer Stock (NR, 109 min.) In this classic 1950 Judy Garland film, country girl Jane stays home in rural Connecticut tending the family farm until she gets bitten by the show business bug.

Thursday, March 5...Downton Abbey (PG, 122 min.) Starring Maggie Smith. Drama ensues for the Crawley family and the staff of their English country estate.

Wednesday, March 18...The Peanut Butter Falcon (PG-13, 97 min.) Starring Shia LaBeouf. A man with Down Syndrome befriends an outlaw who becomes his coach.

W h a t ’ s S h o wi ng a t P P L . . .

Back by Popular Demand: Bracelet Workshop with Ofra

Monday, January 13, 7PM OR

Wednesday, January 15, 7PM

Semi-precious stones! Fresh-water pearls! In this design workshop participants will create, adjust and attach four strands of gem beads to a clasp using a crimp tube. This fun program is offered on two

evenings; participants may register for only one. Registration required. Ages 18 & up only. Materials fee: $10.

Textured Mirror with Catherine

Monday, March 30, 7PM

Get ready to welcome spring with this fun ceramic mosaic craft. Registration required. Ages 18 & up only. Materials fee: $5.

Adult craft programs are open to ages 18 and up. Registration required. Register beginning

Wednesday, January 8, in person, online or by calling 239-3262, ext 216.

Community Puzzle!

Ongoing Beginning Thursday, January 2

Help us put together a 1000 piece puzzle! Located on the puzzle table in the Reference Department, puzzles such as “Bestsellers” (shown here) need your help to complete. Stop by anytime!

Casablanca: Lecture and Film Screening Wednesday, January 8, 1PM

Entertainment historian Larry Wolf presents

a behind-the-scenes lecture followed by a screening of Casablanca, the 1942 film classic. Set in

Casablanca in 1941 in the early stages of WWII and before America entered the conflict, Humphrey Bogart

and Ingrid Bergman play ill-fated lovers in one of Hollywood's greatest movies. Length of program: 3

hours, including screening and lecture. (Lecture: 60 min. Film: 102 min.)

Revisiting Fiddler on the Roof Wednesday, March 25...Fiddler: A Miracle of Miracles (PG-13, 97 min.) This documentary explores the origins and

legacy of the iconic, long-running musical.

Thursday, March 26...Fiddler on the Roof (G, 121 min.) Starring Topol. In prerevolutionary Russia, a Jewish peasant, his wife and family contend with life.

Winter Movies at 1PM Mosaic Sun Catcher with Doris

Monday, February 3, 7PM

Create a stunning sun catcher using glass mosaic pieces and a picture frame. Registration required. Ages 18 & up only. Materials fee: $5.

Best Picture Academy Award Winners: Wednesday, January 15...Gigi (G, 116 min.) Starring Leslie Caron and Louis Jourdan. Weary of Parisian social life, a rich playboy gradually realizes his friendship with a young girl has changed.

Wednesday, January 22...Rain Man (R, 128 min.) Starring Dustin Hoffman. A fast-talking yuppie is forced to slow down when he meets a surprise brother.

Wednesday, January 29...Terms of Endearment (PG, 132 min.) Starring Shirley MacLaine. Thirty years in the lives of widow Aurora Greenaway and her daughter Emma.

Community Activities and Services

Afternoon Game Time: Open Play for Scrabble, Canasta, and Mah Jongg!

Tuesdays at 2:30PM January, February and March

Enjoy word-building fun playing Scrabble®, and/or strengthen your Canasta or Mah Jongg skills. Bring your

group or just stop by and join the day’s games; no registration required. Instructor Ann Seligson will be on-site to advise Intermediate Mah Jongg & Canasta players on January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 17 & 31.

Beginning Mah Jongg Series Thursdays in January at 2:30PM, Starting January 9

Beginning Mah Jongg, a 4-session series, will be held on Thursdays, January 9, 16, 23 & 30. Join others in playing

the game that has fascinated people for so many years with its strategies, sequences and combinations.

Registration required.

AARP Defensive Driving Wednesday, February 5,

9:30AM - 4:30PM or

Tuesday, March 24, and Wednesday, March 25,

6:15PM - 9:30PM In person registration only: bring driver’s license, AARP membership card, if applicable, and a check or money order payable to AARP. Fee: $20 per person AARP

members; $25.00 per person non members.

Needlework Lovers Group Tuesdays at 1PM:

January 28; February 11 & 25; March 17 & 31

Join needlepoint instructors Cheryl and Robin for a fun hour of comradery and conversation. This group is open to fans of all types of needlework, including knitting, quilting and crocheting, with individual needlepoint help available as needed. Bring your own started project or a ready-to-start kit with materials. Walk-ins welcome.

Behind the Headlines: Current Events Discussions

*Thursdays at 1PM * January 9 and March 12

Join presiding moderator Jerry Mantell in a lively and topical current events discussion. Engage in conversation,

share your opinions and enjoy a cup of coffee. *Please note: Current Events has moved to Thursdays.*

Northwell Health Lecture: Colon Cancer Wednesday, March 4, 1PM

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month. In this presentation, Northwell physician Dr. Leena Sayedy will explain the different types of screenings available, symptoms to be aware of and risk factors to be considered.

Easy Exercise with Barbara Wednesdays at 10AM

February 12 & 19; March 4, 11 & 18

Join instructor Barbara Weinberg and experience the benefits of increased flexibility and muscle tone!

Registration not required. Walk-ins welcome.

Winter/Spring ESL Classes Saturdays at 9:30AM, Beginning January 11

All are welcome at PPL’s Saturday morning English classes with instructor Kathy Sansonia.

Free Income Tax Preparation Fridays, February 7-April 10 9:30AM -1:30PM

AARP tax preparers, trained with IRS supervision, will assist in preparing and filing simple tax returns. In-person advance registration required.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten (0-5 Years)

Start a lifetime love of reading and learning! Read with your newborn, infant, and toddler as they grow. Track your progress and earn rewards at each 100 book milestone. Receive a gift and certificate when you and your child read 1,000 books before starting kindergarten. To register and find out more, visit your librarians in the Children’s Department.

Children’s Programs

Early Childhood: Age 0-5

No registration required unless otherwise stated. Please adhere to all age and grade requirements to attend.

Rhyme Time (18 Months - 5 Years) Mondays 10-10:45AM January 13 February 3 March 2, 16 & 23

Early learning story time with songs, rhymes, finger plays, bubbles, and a craft or activity. Caregiver attendance required.

Baby Time (6 Months - 17 Months) Tuesdays 10-10:30AM January 7 & 14 March 17, 24 & 31

Babies and caregivers will enjoy a calm lap sit program with stories, rhymes and instruments.

Music With Miss Miriam (6 Months - 2 Years) Thursdays 10-10:45AM February 6, 13, 20 & 27

Join Miss Miriam for a music filled story time. Children and caregivers will enjoy music, instruments and dance. Registration required.

Toddler Toy Time (18 Months - 5 Years) Mondays 10-10:45 AM January 27 February 24 March 30

Children will have the opportunity to socialize and learn by playing with puzzles, blocks and other fun toys. Caregiver attendance required.

Kibbles & Books (Grades 1-6)

Is your child a shy, hesitant or reluctant reader? Is he or she assigned daily reading as school homework? Make homework fun by reading to a patient and gentle dog! Join our Therapy Dog International licensed pups and handlers for a 15-minute session this winter. Sessions begin in January. To register and find out more, visit your librarians in the Children’s Department.

LEGO Club (Grades 2-5) Wednesdays 7-7:45PM January 29 February 26 March 25

Choose a build card, spin the build wheel, or create your own Lego masterpiece!

STEMLab (Grades 3-6) Tuesdays 7-8PM January 28 March 17

Build, create, and experiment in this science, engineering, math and technology program. Registration required.

Zumba Kids (Ages 5-12) 5:15-6PM

Tuesday, January 7 Wednesday, February 19

Thursday, March 12

A high energy dance party led by certified Zumba instructor Kristen Fonte. Registration required.

Tween Craft Night (Grades 4-7) Thursdays 7-8PM

January 30 February 13 March 19

Participants will work on a variety of craft projects

to take home. Registration required.

Dr. Seuss Craft (Grades K-3) Monday, March 2 4-5PM

We will be celebrating Dr. Seuss’s birthday by making a fun craft to take home. Registration required.

Read & Rap (Grades 4-6) Tuesdays 7-8PM January 14 February 18 March 31

Each month we will discuss a different book while enjoying some snacks. Our January title is Jack and the Geniuses: At the Bottom of the World by Bill Nye. Pick up your copy of the book in the Children’s Room. Registration required.

Mad Science Presents Matter of Fact Workshop (Grades 3-5) Tuesday, February 11 7-8PM

In this hands-on workshop, children will investigate the ingredients of the universe, construct molecules, learn to distinguish between physical and chemical changes, and make their own “Mad Science Goo.” Registration required.

Tween Paint Night (Grades 4-6) Tuesday, March 3 7-8PM

Local artist, Joan Lazarus will provide step-by-step instructions to create a beautiful canvas painting. Registration required.

Graphic Novel Club (Grades 6-8) Thursday, February 20 7-8PM

Join us as we discuss the graphic novel, The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan. Pick up your copy of the book in the Children’s Room. Registration required.

Snowflakes & Sonnets (Grades 3-5) Monday, January 6 7-8PM

Make a snowflake craft and learn how to write a sonnet with Miss Katie. Registration required.

Who Done It? (Grades 1-3) Monday, February 3 4-5PM

Solve the clues to discover who stole the cookies from the cookie jar! Registration required.

Frozen Fun (Ages 4-12) Thursday, January 9

6-7PM

Participate in various Frozen themed activities including

decorating a snowman cupcake, creating a snowflake picture

frame and making an Olaf craft.

Registration required.

Children’s Programs

January 2020

#6/Mon 7PM Snowflakes & Sonnets

7/Tues 10 AM Baby Time

#7/Tues 5:15 PM Zumba

#9/Thurs 6 PM Frozen Fun

13/Mon 10 AM Rhyme Time


#14/Tues 7 PM Read & Rap

#22/Wed 4 PM Kibbles & Books

27/Mon 10 AM Toddler Toy Time

#28/Tues 7 PM STEMLab


29/Wed 7 PM LEGO Club

#30/Thurs 7 PM Tween Craft

February 2020

March 2020


#2/Mon 4 PM Dr. Seuss Craft

#3/Tues 7 PM Tween Paint Night

#5/Thurs 5 PM Kibbles & Books

#12/Thurs 5:15 PM Zumba



#17/Tues 7 PM STEMLab










# Registration Required

Children’s Programs Quick Look Calendar


#3/Mon 4 PM Who Done It?

#6/Thurs 10 AM Music w/Miss Miriam


#11/Tues 7 PM Mad Science





#19/Wed 5:15 PM Zumba


#20/Thurs 7 PM Graphic Novel Club





PPL B OARD OF TRUSTEES

MEETINGS : AT 7 :30 PM

TUESDAY JANUARY 14 ,

THURSDAYS F EBRUARY 20 &

MARCH 19

PPL Adult Programs Quick Look Calendar

January February

6/Mon 1PM Folpe Art Lecture: Bauhaus School 7/Fri 9:30AM Tax Services (1st of 10) 7/Tues 2:30PM Afternoon Game Time (1/7 &1/21; 2/4 &

2/18; 3/3 & 3/24) 12/Wed 10AM Easy Exercise with Barbara/Walk-ins

welcome (1st of 5) #8/Wed 9AM Registration for all programs begins 12/Wed 1PM Media Lecture: African Americans in Film

8/Wed 1PM Casablanca: Lecture & Film 13/Thurs 1PM Don Parker History Lecture: The 1920s 9/Thurs 1PM Current Events with Jerry Mantell 19/Wed 1PM Film: Judy (PG-13, 118 min.) #9/Thurs 2:30PM Beginning Mah Jongg Series with Ann

(1st of 4 sessions) 20/Thurs 1PM Kenrick Media Lecture: All About

Annie Get Your Gun 12/Sun 2PM Shtark Contrast Community Theatre

Presents: Check, Please 24/Mon 3PM Tack Book Discussion: Maid: Hard Work,

Low Pay, and a Mother’s Will to Survive 13/Mon 1PM Alvarez Media Lecture: NY on Film 26/Wed 1PM Film: Summer Stock (NR, 109 min.) #13/Mon 7PM Bracelet Workshop with Ofra 27/Thurs 1PM Folpe Art Lecture: Ashcan School

14/Tues 2:30PM Supervised Afternoon Game Time (1/14 &1/28; 2/11 & 2/25; 3/17 & 3/31)

March

15/Wed 1PM Film: Gigi (G,116 min.) 2/Mon 1PM Vahey Art Lecture: Ten Women Artists

#15/Wed 7PM Bracelet Workshop with Ofra 4/ Wed 1PM Northwell Health Lecture: Colon Cancer

16/Thurs 1PM History Lecture: 1970 A to Z 5/Thurs 1PM Film: Downton Abbey (PG, 122 min.) 22/Wed 1PM Film: Rain Man (R, 122 min.) 9/Mon 1PM Alvarez Media Lecture: Fosse/Verdon

23/Thurs 1PM Vahey Art Lecture: David Meets Wiley 12/Thurs 1PM Current Events with Jerry Mantell

27/ Mon 3PM Esther Davidson Book Discussion: Where the Crawdads Sing

16/Mon 1PM Willa Bassen in Concert: The Two Neils: Neil Sedaka & Neil Diamond

28/Tues 1PM Needlework Lovers Group (1 of 5) 18/Wed 1PM Film: Peanut Butter Falcon (PG-13, 97 min.)

29/Wed 1PM Film: Terms of Endearment (PG, 132 min.) 19/Thurs 1PM Gordon Art Lecture: Degas & Entertainment

30/ Thurs 1PM Schnur Media Lecture: Best American Musicals to 1954

23/Mon 3PM Talia Carner Author Visit and The Third Daughter Book Discussion

February 24/Tues 6:15PM AARP Defensive Driving (1 of 2 Evenings)

3/Mon 1PM Courtade Media Lecture: Sidney Poitier 25/Wed 1PM Film: Fiddler: Miracle of Miracles (PG-13, 97 min.)

#3/Mon 7PM Mosaic Sun Catcher with Doris 26/Thurs 1PM Film: Fiddler on the Roof (G, 121 min.)

5/Wed 9:30AM AARP Defensive Driving 30/Mon 1PM Kenrick Media Lecture: Sound of Music

6/Thurs 1PM Gordon Art Lecture: Leonardo at 500 #30/Mon 7PM Textured Mirror with Catherine

LIBRARY HOURS:

Monday-Thursday: 9:00AM-9:00PM except

Wednesdays: January 29, February 26 &

March 25; Open 11:00AM-9:00PM

Friday: 9:00AM-6:00PM

Saturday: 9:00AM-5:00PM

Sunday:12:00PM-5:00PM

PPL Closures: January 1: Closed for New Year’s Day

January 20: Open 1-5 for MLK Day

February 17: Open 1-5 for Presidents’ Day

#Registration required.

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