Volume 213 January-February 2014

ADVANCE REGISTRATION ISREQUIRED FOR ADULT PROGRAMS UNLESS

OTHERWISE NOTED.Registration for most programs will begin on Thursday, January 2 at 10:00am at the Reference Desk, except where noted. If you need special accommodation because of a disability, please call us at least 2 weeks prior to the program.

Eating for High Performance and Vibrant EnergyTuesday, February 4 7-9pmIn this workshop you will learn 5 simple steps and easy practical tools you can implement right away to boost your energy on a daily basis. You will discover your biggest energy drainers and learn how to stop them from happening. Every audience member will be able to taste a few healthy snacks, and you will receive energizing recipes to take home with you.

Writing Your Memoir Tuesday, January 14 7-9pmEveryone has a story. Learn how to write a memoir whether it’s just for you or for your loved ones. It can be an essay-length piece or a book. You decide! You will also learn where and how to market your work if you wish to, and which reference materials on memoir writing are the most useful.

Shoe Drive January 24 - January 31 Only NEW shoes will be accepted.Please drop all donations in the bin across from the Circulation Desk. Tie laces or join shoes with rubber bands to help keep pairs together. Please donate if you can. Donations will be given to Help-ing Hands of West Islip’s Valentine Shoe Drive.

The Mysteries of Chinese Tea and the Tea CeremonyThursday, January 30 7pm Celebrate the Chinese New Year with “The Mysteries of Chinese Tea and the Tea Ceremony.” Scarlett Morrongiello, née Hong Li, is the daughter of Shouru Li, a highly regarded tea master from Anhui, China, where tea is a way of life. The tea ceremony places great em-phasis on elegance, respect, inner peace, harmony and joy. It is an art in which ambience, choice of tea, water quality, teapot selection and music are harmoniously enjoyed. She has taught traditional tea preparation and tea culture classes in China and is pleased to share her knowledge with tea lovers here in the West.

Philadelphia Flower ShowBus Trip Wednesday, March 5 Departing at 7amReturning approximately 8:30pm Join us for a day at this fabulous show! The cost is $77.00 per person (transportation, admission and gratuity). Lunch is on your own. Register now. No smoking, no reserved seats, and no refunds.

Irish Soda Bread with Rob ScottThursday, March 6 7pm $5.00 due at registrationSimply Creative Chef Rob Scott will make a delicious Irish Banana Dessert and then guide you step-by-step to make your own loaf of Irish Soda Bread – ready to take home and bake! Please bring a large mixing bowl and a large spoon.

Mardi Gras Cooking Demonstration Thursday, February 27 7pm $5.00 due at registration One of our favorite chefs, Gunter Grossmann, returns to the Library to cel-ebrate New Orleans’ cuisine and the beginning of Carnival season! Recipes and samples for everyone!

Chill Out and Read!Adult Winter Reading ClubJanuary 13 -February 22Enjoy some good books and qualify for a chance to win a gift basket. See the back page for complete information, or call the Adult Reference Desk at 661-7080.

A Tribute to Ella FitzgeraldPresented by The Friends of the West Islip Public LibrarySunday, February 9 2pmThis live performance concert featuring vocalist Perley Rousseau and pianist Sonny Daye is filled with warmth and humor and highlights the life and music of Ella Fitzgerald from age 16 to her retirement.

Celebrate the Songs of the Academy AwardsSunday, March 2 2pmSince 1934 the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has given its nod to the best original song written for a motion picture. Packed with music, nostalgia and anecdotes about the singers, actors and composers, Mitch Kahn explores and celebrates the legacy of the great American songwriters.

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Adult Services Programs

Knitting/Crochet Circle 7-9pm Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22 & 29 Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19 & 26 Just bring your knitting needles or crochet hooks, a pattern and yarn. This is an open group - no registration is necessary. Teens are also welcome to join us.

Continuing Programs

Beginners Mah Jong Wednesdays, January 15, 22 & 29 11am-1pm Limit: 16 Fee: $10.00 per person Jacqui Palatnik will teach you how to play this fascinating game. These lessons, which are both fun and informative, will turn you into a player in a few short weeks. These classes will last from 1½ hours to 2 hours.

Friday Afternoon at the Movies Recently-released movies and classics! Every Friday at 1pm. No registration needed. Coffee and cookies are served. Contact the Reference Desk or click on the Library Blog link at wipublib.org for a listing movies.

The Newspaper MuseumTuesday, January 21 7-9pmTake a walk down memory lane by viewing a display of news-papers chronicling news events from the past 80 years. As the only mobile newspaper in the United States, this display will enlighten and entertain people of all ages, while providing insight into the events that shaped science, politics, and all forms of society.

Wednesday, January 15 The Burgess Boys by Elizabeth Strout 7:30pmPat Magee will discuss this novel by Pulitzer Prize-winner Elizabeth Strout. Jim and Bob Burgess left Shirley Falls because they were still haunted by their father’s freak accident which happened during their childhood. They only return when their sister, Susan, begs them to help her teenage son, Zach, who is in a world of trouble! Tensions then begin to surface which will change them forever.

Yoga Nidra Meditation 7-9pmMondays, January 13 & February 10 Learn guided relaxation techniques. Relax and reduce stress with Jackie Morrison. Bring a blanket or a mat and a pillow if you require support for your knees or back.

International Film Festival Films are subtitled and begin at

6:30pm. Refreshments are served.

Thursday, January 16Carancho (2010, Spanish)An official 2011 Oscar entry, this extraordinary noir thriller from Argentina portrays a dark story about a dark subject. Superbly pro-duced and starring Ricard Darin. (The Secret in Their Eyes; The Nine Queens)

Thursday, February 20la Cage aux Folles (1978, French)“C’est dr�le!” Nominated for three Oscars, la Cage proves to be “a hilari-ous farce that is much better than the sequels or the remake, The Birdcage.” In short, “pretending not to be gay in St. Tropez.”

Civil Service InformationTuesday, January 28 12:30pm Come in and learn about Civil Service employment available in the county, towns, schools, libraries and villages. Join the dis-cussion about the variety of careers in Civil Service, learn how to navigate the website and how to apply for examinations. A representative will be available to answer any questions regard-ing Civil Service.

Lights on Literature Refreshments will be served.

Wednesday, February 26 Argo by Antonio Mendez and Matt Baglio 7:30pmAndrew Hamm will discuss this true story of the events behind the recent popular movie of the same name. In 1979 the American Embassy in Iran was invaded by Iranian revolutionaries who took the Americans there hostage. Six Americans escaped to the Canadian Ambassador’s residence - but how would they get out of Iran? Enter the CIA and exfiltration expert Tony Mendez and a crazy scheme to make a fake movie to get them out safely! Discussion of the recent movie based on this book will be welcome.

Downton Abbey English TeaSunday, January 5 2pm $3.00 fee due at registration In excited anticipation of the fourth season, please join us for an afternoon discussion of all things Downton. English tea and treats will be served so bring your favorite tea cup! Advanced registration is required, please no walk-ins.

Trends in DecoratingTuesday, February 11 7-9pmJoin Interior Designer Jacqui Palatnik to hear first hand infor-mation about the latest design trends in the home furnish-ing industry. She will share all the information she recently learned attending the International Home Design Market.

New York State Pre-licensing Courses Thursday, January 9 Thursday, February 64-8:30pm each month Register before class begins and pay the $40 cash fee at that time . You must attend this course in order to be eligible to take the road test. Bring your valid Learner’s Permit and a black pen.

Defensive Driving Courses Saturday, January 11 9:30am-3:30pm Wednesday & Thursday, February 26 & 27 6-9pm each nightPick up applications at the Information Desk during library hours or online at wipublib.org. Click on Adult Services. Send your application and your check or money order for $40 to the auto school at least a week in advance of the course date.

Super Bowl SnacksWednesday, January 15 7pmGet ready for the big day with some mouth-watering snacks!! Rob Scott will be here to demonstrate how to create these culinary triumphs. You’ll be able to try some here and take the recipes home with you. Make these for your Super Bowl party and you’re sure to be on the winning team!

Registration for most programs will begin on Thursday, January 2 at 10am at the Reference Desk, except where noted.

Registration for most programs will begin on Thursday, January 2 at 10am at the Reference Desk, except where noted. If you need special accommodation because of a disability, please call us at least 2 weeks prior to the program.

Adult Services Programs

Tech Time Saturday January 4 10amDid you get a new electronic device for the holidays and don’t know how to use it? Then sign up for Tech Time, a 15 minute one-on-one instructional tutorial designed to help you with your specific questions. Limit: 12 E-mail TechHelp@westislipli-brary.org to schedule an appointment for this session (or other dates) or to ask a tech related question.

Senior Fitness Classes with Vicki LuckmanFridays, January 17, 24 & 31 & February 7, 14, 21 & 2811am-12pm $20.00 Limit: 50Join us for this series of gentle exercises geared toward increasing range of motion and flexibility. Bring 1-3 lb. hand weights, a water bottle, and a face towel. Registration begins Thursday, January 2 at 10am for West Islip school district residents only. Out-of-district residents may register start-ing Monday, January 6 if spaces are available.

Senior Spotlight

Adobe Users GroupWed., January 8 & Thurs., February 6, 7-9pmJoin other creative minds, digital artists and professionals at these meetings. This user group provides a forum of support and tech-nology to all levels of Adobe software users.

Vacation Planning On-lineTuesday, February 18 7pmPlanning a getaway? This class will show you how to research travel, hotels, restaurants, guided tours and much more on the inter-net. You can save money and even more im-portantly, make the most of your time while on vacation.

Windows 8 Thursday, January 9 7pmMicrosoft has recently released Windows 8 to run on desktops, laptops, and tablets. The system has a dramatically different, cus-tomizable interface and improved security features. Join us to see a demonstration of Windows 8. In addition to learning about key features, you’ll learn how to upgrade your current Windows operating system.

Technology

AARP Smart Driver Safety Courses

Wednesday, February 19 9:00am-4:30pm Registration begins Monday, Feb. 3, at 10am, for West Islip School District residents only. Out-of-district residents may register start-ing Thursday, Feb. 6 if seats are available. Limit: 30 per class.

Numbers will be given out starting at 9am to those residents who come in to wait for registration. Your place will not be held if you are not here when registration begins at 10am.

Tuesday & Wednesday, January 14 & 15 9am-12:30pm ea. day Registration begins Monday, January 6 at 10am for West Islip School District residents only. Out-of-district residents may register starting Thursday, January 9 if seats are available. Limit: 30 per class.

AARP Members: $20.00 fee Non-members: $25.00 feeAARP members must show their valid AARP membership card at registration. NO CASH can be accepted. The fee must be paid by check or money order. Please present your driver’s license when you register.

Please be sure to bring your New York State driver’s license and a black pen to class.

Note Fee Increase beginning January 1, 2014.

Blood Pressure Screening 2-3pmWednesdays: January 8 & February 5 This community service is brought to you through the auspices of Suffolk County Treasurer Angie Carpenter’s office and the Our Lady of Consolation Residence nursing staff.

AARP Tax Help - for Seniors and Low-to-Moderate-Income Taxpayers Sessions are set by appointment only. Mondays, February 10 through April 14 10am-2pmAARP volunteers will be at the library to help with your 2013 Income Tax forms. Please bring copies of your 2012 Income Tax returns and all necessary receipts, pay stubs, etc. with you. West Islip School District residents may make appointments for Tax Help by calling 661-7080 and asking for the Reference Desk beginning Monday, January 6, after 10am. Non-residents may make appointments beginning Monday, January 27 if any spaces remain. Patrons without appointments will only be assisted with their tax forms if time permits.

iPads & Nexus Tablets Available atThe Reference Desk for In-Library UseDid you know that in addition to laptops, you can now borrow iPads and Google Nexus tab-lets with a variety of books, magazines and useful apps installed on them for in-library use? Inquire at the Reference Desk or call 661-7080. Coming soon....circulating tablets! Watch for details.

Registration for most programs will begin on Thursday, January 2 at 10am at the Reference Desk, except where noted. Participants must be in grades 7-12 (unless otherwise indicated) to register for the following programs.

If you need special accommodation because of a disability, please call us at least 2 weeks prior to the program.

Teen Services Programs

Saturday AfternoonMatinees $3.00 fee for pizza

Percy Jackson: Sea of MonstersJanuary 1812:30 PMPercy Jackson and other young demi-god’s continue to fight, but this time in the sea, to fulfill their destinies. Embarking on a treacherous odyssey into the uncharted waters of the Sea of Monsters they battle terrifying creatures, an army of zombies, and the ultimate Evil.

Smurfs 2February 812:30 PMThe evil wizard Gargamel creates a couple of mischievous Smurf-like creatures. But when he discovers that only a real Smurf can give him what he wants, Gargamel kidnaps Smurfette and brings her to Paris.

Project ConnectThursdays, January 23& February 273:30 – 4:30 PMTeens with special needs are invited to participate in Project Connect! During each session participants will experience a variety of social activi-ties (video gaming, art, cooking, etc.). If you are interested in learning more about this program or if you are a teen who would like to volunteer to help out please see the young adult librarian at the Library.

VOLUNTEER LEGO BUILDINGMonday, January 274:15 - 5:00 PM or 5:15 - 6:00 PMHelp children build creative things with Legos! Community service credit will be given to each volunteer. Choose one session or both!

TEEN VOLUNTEER WORKSHOPTuesday, February 114:00 - 5:00 PMNeed community service credit? Join us for the teen volunteer workshop where you will help out with a library project.

VOLUNTEEROPPORTUNITIES

FOR STUDENTSENTERING GRADES 7-12.

Teens Night Out:Cellphone HolderWednesday, February 57:00 – 8:00 PM$3.00 Fee Create this crazy cool cellphone holder made out of recycled materials.

Heart NecklaceMonday, February 107:00 – 8:30 PM$3.00 Fee Artist Marlena Konas will teach you how to create a beautiful beaded Heart necklace. Your friends won’t believe it’s DIY! Perfect to wear or give as a gift to a sweetheart.

New Video Games ...Check out the new releases for

Xbox 360, Wii, Xbox One and PS4 in the Teen Corner.

Gotta Have S’more Muffins!Monday, February 172:00 PM$3.00 Fee Each teen chef will bring home 6 ready-to-bake muffins bursting with delicious s’mores flavor!

Lego Contest Wednesday, January 29 4:15 – 5:15pm For students in grades 7-8 It’s back! Join in the fun as you team up with friends to create the most outrageous Lego creation you can imagine. Prizes will be awarded to the most creative design.

Getting Ready to BabysitTuesday, February 183:00 – 6:00 PMFEE: $5.00 cash due at registrationFor students in grades 6-9This course is designed to help teens de-velop the skills necessary for the respon-sibility of being a sitter-- child safety, de-velopmental stages of children and how to plan activities that are age appropriate. Hands-on activities and course certifica-tion are included.

SuperBowl Kick-OffThursday, January 237:00 – 8:30 PM Enjoy snacks and all things football when Chef Rob Scott comes to host the ultimate tailgate party.

Candy Guess ContestLocated in

the Teen Cornerduring the month of February

Stop by the Library to take a guess at how many

candy kisses fill the jar. Closest guess will

win the candy.

Programs listed on these pages are limited to West Islip Library Patrons only - Please present your library card when registering. Drop-ins cannot be accommodated, nor can we accommodate siblings who are not age appropriate.

Children’s Services Programs

Registration for all JANUARY & FEBRUARY PROGRAMS begins on WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8th.All programs require Advance Registration. Numbered registration forms will be given out beginning at 9:30am. In-person registration begins at 9:45am. Staff members will assist you in registering your children. You may not register your friends or neighbors. You do not need to stay-simply indicate your requests on the registration form and hand in to library staff. Telephone registration begins at 10:30am and continues through Friday, January 10. Please have your request ready before you call. All registration forms will be processed in the order they are received. You will be notified if you are on any waiting lists by Saturday, January 11.

☺ Please adhere to age/grade restrictions as indicated. Select programs suitable for your child. Call us at least one hour before a program begins if your child is registered for a program but cannot attend, so that we may call those on a waiting list.

Baby, Toddler and Pre-Kindergarten Programs

Twist and Shout Story Time Ages 24-41 months Tuesdays 10:30-11:15am & 11:30am-12:15pm Join us weekly for a pre-school story time filled with funky songs, participatory sto-ries, fingerplays and more! Parents/Care-givers accompany and participate with the children. No registration required. Please note: There will be no story time on Tuesday, February 18.

All-by-Myself Story Time Ages 3½ yrs.-Pre-K Thursdays 11:30am-Noon & 1:30-2pm ABCs, 1,2,3s and more! Join us for a pre-school story time where children practice their school skills and their independence. No registration required. Parent/Caregiver must remain in the Children’s Room during Story Time as your child may need you. Please note: There will be no story times on Thursdays, January 2 or February 20.

Programs for All AgesFamily Yoga All ages - Pre-school children must be accompanied by an adult. 10-10:45amSaturday, January 11 and Saturday, February 1 Unwind, relax and have fun! Lisa will be here to show us the basics of yoga and a few other things! All ages welcome!

Lazy Day Matinee 1:30-3:00pm $1.00 For all ages - Pre-school children must be accompanied by an adult. Take some time to relax and join us for a fun movie! Snacks will be served.

Thursday, February 20 Despicable Me 2 (2013, PG) Gru’s new business is halted when Dr. Nefario tells him that he will be leaving for more evil pastures. Now Gru is approached by the Anti-Villain League to capture a mysterious culprit who just stole a top-secret research lab and is posing as a small business owner at a local mall. At the same time, Gru’s oldest adopted daughter, Margo, has a crush on a boy who has Gru’s paternal instincts kicking into high gear!

Fingerpaint Fun Ages: 2 years- Pre-K Choose one session. Bring a smock.Friday, January 10 or Monday, February 17 11-11:30am OR 1:30-2pmAt night! Monday, February 24 6:15-6:45pm Paint handprints, footprints or anything else you please in this unstructured finger-painting session.

Tots Night Out Ages: 18 months - Pre-Kind. Monday, January 6 and Monday, February 3 6:15-7:15pm OR 7:30-8:30pmMusical activities and a craft with Donna Green! No older siblings, please.

Parent & Child Yoga Ages: 18 months - Pre-Kind. 6-6:45pmTuesday, January 7 , Tuesday, February 11 and Tuesday, March 4Join us for a wonderful and relaxing yoga class for parents and their toddlers. It’s a wonderful way to spend quality time together!

Parent & Child Art Workshops An afternoon of creativity with Laura Goetz! Ages 3-6 years - with parent or caregiver No siblings, please. Saturday, January 11 2-3pm Children will paint an enlarged dollar bill in honor of Presidents Day, in the style of Gilbert Stuart. Bring a smock.Saturday, February 22 2-3pm Children will paint the Queen of Hearts, a character from Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland. Bring a smock.

Mommy & Me

Babies Boogie Ages: 3-23 months Wednesday, January 15, 6:15-7pm or Monday, February 24 , 10:15-11am (Please choose one)Enjoy this high-energy, interactive creative movement and music program designed specifically for your baby and you! Come in for a great time!

Children’s Services Programs ... continuedWe cannot accommodate siblings who are not the appropriate age or drop-ins who are not registered.

Tots Lego Ages: 2 years-Pre-Kind. Monday, January 20 11-11:30am OR 1:30-2pm At night! Monday, January 13, 6:15-6:45pm Join us for this creative, fun program where your child can build and play as far as their imagination takes them. Lego Duplo will be used.

Baby, Toddler and Pre-Kindergarten Programs - continued

Jumpbunch! Please choose one sessionFriday, January 17 Thursday, February 20Ages: 18-35 months 10-10:45am Ages: 3-5 years 11-11:45am Ages: 3-5 years 12-12:45pm ORWednesday, January 22Ages: 18-36 months 6-6:45pm Ages: 4-5 year olds 7-7:45pm This is a fun structured program that in-troduces your child to the world of sports! Helps to build coordination, self-esteem and instills healthy attitudes and a life long love of sports and fitness!

Winter Night Story TimeAges: 3-5 years Materials fee: $1.00Thursdays, Jan. 16 or Jan. 30 7-7:45pm Stories, a craft, movie and snacks! Wear your pajamas if you wish!

Baby Sign Language

Pre-school Sign Language 18 months - 5 years (pre-Kind.)Wednesday, January 22 1-1:45pmCome in and learn more signs and play some signing games, and maybe learn a song too! Child must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Kindergarten through Grade 6 Programs

Snow, Snow, Snowglobes

K-3 Craft Workshops Grades: Kind.-3 Monday, January 13 Winter Fun Thursday, February 6 Valentine’s DayEach session: 4:15-5pm Materials: $2.00 Make something fun, creative and festive while hanging out with your friends!

Working Parents’ Mommy & Me Saturdays Ages: 12-35 months January 25 & February 1511-11:30am NO older siblings. Offered one Saturday per month. (September-June). Kindly reserve these sessions for children unable to attend weekday programs.

Infant Massage Ages: Birth - 12 months Thursday, January 16 10-11amWednesday, February 12 6:30-7:30pmPresented by Lisa Curley, a certified infant massage instructor. Learn some techniques to help with increasing your baby’s sleep, aiding digestion, and overall development - and stress relief too! Get in tune with your baby’s wants and needs. Bring a towel or small blanket to class.

Toddlers Tango Ages: 2-4 yearsWednesday, January 15 7:15-8pm Monday, February 24 11:15am-12pm(Please choose one) 12:15-1:00pm Enjoy this high-energy, interactive creative movement and music program designed specifically for your toddler and you! Come in for a great time!

Come Dough With Me! Ages: 2-5 years (Pre-Kind.) Wednesday, February 19 11-11:30am OR 1:30-2pm Come join us for open play with play dough! Help little ones develop their fine motor skills as they roll, stretch and sculpt their own creations! Materials: $1.00

For safety considerations please do not leave children under the age of nine unattended.

Musical Activities with Dara Linthwaite Wednesday, January 22 Friday, February 21Baby Time Ages: Birth - 16 months 10:15-10:45amMusic Time Ages: 17-35 months11-11:30am OR 11:45am-12:15pm

Yoga for Kids Grades: Kind. - 6 Thursday, January 9 6-6:45pm Thursday, February 13 6-6:45pmJoin Jackie for a fun night of yoga!

iPads are now available for use in the library! Ask at the Children’s Desk. (An Adult must sign-out the iPad)

Monday, January 20 2-3pm Children will create a decorative Chinese zodiac sign, and welcome The Year of the Horse using paint and a sponge technique. Bring a smock. Tuesday, February 18 2-3pm Children will paint the Lion and the Lamb, similar to the animals Edward Hicks painted in ‘The Peaceful Kingdom.’ Bring a smock.

Art Workshops with Laura GoetzGrades: 1-6 No younger siblings please.

Small Talk

Lego for Kids Grades: Kind.-3 Monday, January 27 4:15-5pmOR 5:15-6pm Join us for Lego building fun! You and your friends can make cool Lego creations with the help of our teen volunteers!

Valentine’s Day Eclairs Grades: Kind.- 3 Materials fee: $2.00Tuesday, February 4 4:15-5pm OR 5:15-6pm Celebrate your love of des-sert with Chef Rob Scott as he shows you how to make delicious and fun-shaped chocolate eclairs. Yum!!

A special thank you to all who contribut-ed to our annual Toys for Tots drive and donated items for our Winter Warmth Tree collection. All donations were dis-tributed and very much appreciated!

Happy Valentine’s Day! Ages: 3-5 years (Pre-Kind.) Friday, Feburary 14, 10:30-11am, 11:30am-Noon or 1:30-2pm Must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver. Snacks will be served. Materials fee: $1.00

Hearts Are Jumping Dance/Gymnastics Ages: 3-5 years (Pre-Kind.) Saturday, Februrary 22 10:15-11am Please wear comfortable clothing.

Children’s Services Programs ... continuedWe cannot accommodate siblings who are not the appropriate age or drop-ins who are not registered.

Kindergarten through Grade 6 Programs - continued

TWEENS Programs For grades 4 - 6

Tweens Nights Out! Grades: 4-6 Materials: $3.00 each program

Volunteer Workshop Grades: 4-6 Tuesday, February 11 4-5pm We’ll be doing a fun, creative project to be do-nated to deserving members of the West Islip community. A community service certificate will be awarded to each participant.

Saturday Matinee Movies! Grades: 4 & up Bring your friends! Lunch will be served. It’s so cold! Cozy up to a great movie! 12:30-2:30pm Pay $3.00 at the door. January 18 Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters (PG) To restore their dying safe haven, the son of Poseidon and his friends embark on a quest to the Sea of Monsters to find the mythical Golden Fleece while trying to stop an ancient evil from rising. (IMDb)February 8 Smurfs 2 (G) Evil wizard Gargamel creates a couple of mischievous Smurf-like creatures, the Naughties, to control the magical Smurf-essence. When he discovers that only Smurfette knows the secret spell he needs, Gargamel kidnaps and brings her to Paris. Papa and the gang must rescue her! Gotta Have S’more Muffins!

Grades: 4-6 Monday, February 17 2-3pm Each tween chef will bring home 6 ready-to-bake muffins bursting with delicious s’mores flavor! Materials fee $3.00.

Superbowl Kick-off Party Grades 4-6Thursday, January 23 7-8:30pm Enjoy snacks and all things Football when Chef Rob Scott comes to show us the ultimate tailgate party!

Enrichment Programs for Children with Special Needs

Jumpbunch Sports and Fitness Grades: K-6 Saturday, February 8 10:30-11:15am Come in and learn the Fundamentals of Football - skills, drills and fun games!

Tiffany Stained Glass Window Grades: K-6 Tuesday, January 214:30-5:15pm Louis Comfort Tiffany is one of the most well-known and loved glass artists of the 20th century. His style was innovative and unique. Participants have the opportunity to create their own Tiffany-inspired stained glass piece to display anywhere! This class will use easy techniques that were inspired by Tiffany without the use of glass shards or traditional soldering.

Lego Contest Grades: 4-6 Wednesday, January 29 4:15-5pm Show off your ingenuity, creativity and teamwork! Each team will get the op-portunity to create a Lego work of art and win cool prizes! Lego donations are accepted in the Children’s Room.

Valentine’s Day Heart NecklaceGrades: 4-6 Monday, February 107-8:30pm Artist Marlena Konas will teach you how to create a beautiful bead-ed heart necklace. Your friends won’t be-lieve you made it! Perfect to wear or give as a gift to someone special! Materials fee $3.00

2014 Winter Reading Club Information

Advance registration is not required. Sign up when you begin reporting.

Grades: 1-6: Pop Open a Good Book!Requirements: 5 oral or written book reports to be completed between Tuesday, January 14 and Thursday, February 13.Reporting Times: Monday - Thursday, 4-5pm and 6-8pm No reporting times on Fridays or Sundays.Saturday reporting times: 10am-Noon and 2-4pmLimit: 1 visit per day, with a maximum of 3 book reports at a time.

Little Kernels Read-To-Me Club for Ages 2½ years to Kindergarten Parents: Pick up a read-to-me log begin-ning on Wednesday, January 8. Return completed log, listing 20 books read at home, by Thursday, February 13.

Sign Language for BeginnersWednesday, February 26Grades Kind.-6 6:30-7:15pmLisa is back to teach us more signs! Add to your signing vocabulary and have some fun!

Winter Break Family Fun Bingo! Grades: K - 6 Materials: $2.00 per family Wednesday, February 19 7-7:45pm Play ‘photo bingo’ and win prizes with a winter theme! Refreshments will be served and we’ll have a family raffle! Please sign up all who will attend - children and adults.

Getting Ready to Babysit Grades: 6-9 $5.00 fee per personTuesday, February 18 3-6pm This course is designed to help teens develop the skills necessary for the responsibility of being a sitter: child safety, developmental stages of chil-dren and how to plan activities that are age-appropriate. Hands-on activities and course certification are included. Sign up at the Adult Reference Desk beginning Thursday, January 2.

Snow is Falling Sculpture Tuesday, January 21 7-8pm Snowflakes are swirling from the sky ...in your room! Create a sturdy, beautiful hanging sculpture in the style of artist Alexander Calder. These artistic pieces are free-flowing and fun to make. With

each movement the sculpture looks different!

Crazy Cool Cell Phone Holders Wednesday, February 5 7-8pmFee: $3.00 Make a cool cell phone holder out of recycled materials. Then keep it for yourself or give as a gift!

Hearts Are JumpingDance/Gymnastics Saturday, February 22 Grades: Kind.-2 1:15am-12 noon Grades: 3-6 12:15-1:00pm Please wear comfortable clothing.

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The West Islip Historical Society will meet on Thursday, March 20, 2-4pm. Access their website at www.westisliphistoricalsociety.org. New information is added regularly as received. Come in - join us!

Art Exhibits at the LibraryJanuary: Carol Corbett, a local resident, will display her Landscapes, Seascapes and Still Life paintings, in oils and acrylics, in the Gallery Hall.

February: Jack S. Grimando will display his Landscapes, Seascapes and Still Life paintings in the Gallery Hall and in the Darline L. Carter Community Room.

BOARD OF TRUSTEESJames Christophersen, PresidentSimonne Harkavy, Vice PresidentJoan SchumacherMary Alice MarkhamMargaret Bell

Chill Out and ReadAdult Winter Reading ClubJanuary 13 - February 22When the thermometer dips, it’s a time to snuggle up with a good book. Join our Winter Reading Club and read or lis-ten to books of your choosing, write a short review and collect a raffle ticket for every title. We will be raffling off a wonderful basket of goodies guaran-teed to brighten up those last few weeks before Spring.

Irish Songs and Stories with Jim Hawkins Sunday, March 16 2pm Look for complete information in our March/April 2014 Newsletter.

Coming in March:

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News from the Friends of the West Islip Public Library

The next quarterly meeting of the Friends will be held on Wednesday, March 12, at 1:30pm. Please join us! Pick up a Registration Form for membership at the Circulation Desk or check our link on the Library’s web page at www.wipublib.org/friends.htm

The Friends’ Spring Book Fair will be held from Thursday, April 3 through Saturday, April 5. Members Preview Night on Wednesday, April 2, 6-9pm.

Library Budget and Trustee Vote 2014Voting on the Library Budget and one Trustee position will take place on Tuesday, April 8, 2014 from 10am - 9pm. The deadline for Trustee petitions is March 10. Further information will be in the March/April edition of The Source and the subsequent Annual Report and Budget issue due out in late March.

Thank You.....To the West Islip County Fair Committe for the beautiful wreath.To the Sumpwams Garden Club for the delightful Holiday decorations.