MINEOLA MEMORIAL LIBRARY | APRIL/ MAY 2021
Chapter & Verse ADULT PROGRAMS
Free Virtual English & Citizenship Classes w/ Literacy Nassau Visit https://www.literacynassau.org/appointment to make an appointment to register in April. Adult Take and Make: Spring Lemon Blueberry Scones Reserves/Registration: April 1 Kit Pick Up: April 8 (Reference Desk) Chef Rob's Video Demo (Facebook): April 15 at 11AM Please email mineolaprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve your kit. Supplies are limited. This is a joint program with the Children's Dept.--families with children MUST reserve through the Children's Room. Allergens may be present. Adult Take and Make: Essential Oils Stress Roller Reserves/Registration: April 1 Kit Pick Up: April 12 (Reference Desk) Video Demo (Facebook): April 19 at 7PM Email mineolaprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve your kit. Supplies limited. Presented by Janice Imbrogno of Home Health & Spirit Corporation. Mineola residents only. Virtual Lecture: Moviegoing in America: Nickelodeons to Movie Palaces to IMAX to Netflix with Brian Rose (Zoom) Wednesday, April 14 at 7PM Learn about the fascinating history of movie theaters and examine how the experience of moviegoing has changed over the decades. Will movie theaters survive the age of Netflix? Email mineolaprograms@nassaulibrary.org for the Zoom ID and passcode. Cover to Cover Book Club (Zoom) Thursday, April 15 at 7PM Join us to discuss The Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel. Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation Desk. Email mineolaprograms@nassaulibrary.org for the Zoom ID and passcode.
ZOOM ZUMBA WITH KRISTEN FONTE Saturday, April 10 at 10AM: Meeting ID: 85966000572 Passcode: yyk-bmufd2 Saturday, April 17 at 10AM: Meeting ID: 88146797409 Passcode: yyk-bmufd2 Saturday, April 24 at 10AM: Meeting ID: 84777092519 Passcode: yyk-bmufd2 Virtual Lecture: Who was Typhoid Mary? (Facebook) with Leslie Goddard Wednesday, April 21 at 7PM Scholar Leslie Goddard will discuss Mary in a video posted to our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/MineolaLibrary Learning the Basics of Medicare-Medicare Made Clear (Zoom) Thursday, April 22 at 3PM Joyce Poupko of Senior Services of North America will go over Medicare Part A, B, C, and D. Find out what Medicare covers, your options, the cost, and enrollment. Email mineolaprograms@nassaulibrary.org for the Zoom link and passcode. Virtual Piano Concert: April in Paris (Facebook Live) Thurs., April 22 at 6:30PM Pianist Dan Fogel will play a mixture of folk tunes, standards, and classical works that evoke the feeling of Paris. Enjoy the concert on our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/MineolaLibrary
MINEOLA MEMORIAL LIBRARY | APRIL/MAY 2021
Chapter & Verse ADULT PROGRAMS
Adult Take and Make: Churro Muffins with Chef Rob Scott Reserves/Registration: May 3 Kit Pick Up: May 6 (Reference Desk) Chef Rob's Video Demo (Facebook): May 13 at 11AM Email mineolaprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve your kit. Limited supplies. Joint program with the Children's Dept.--families with children MUST reserve through the Children's Room. Adult Take and Make: Wood "Home" Wall Hanging with Flower Detail (Presented by Party Art Studio) Reserves/Registration: May 3 Kit Pick Up: May 10 (Reference Desk) Video Demo (Facebook): May 17 at 7PM Each kit includes paint, brushes, and wood pieces. Email mineolaprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve a project. Mineola residents only. Virtual Concert: Brandy Hart sings Disco (Facebook Live) Wednesday, May 5 at 6:30PM This show takes you back to the 70's disco era with hits by the Pointer Sisters, Gloria Gaynor, The Trammps, and Donna Summer! You may view the concert on the library's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/mineolalibrary Virtual Presentation: The Betty White Story Tuesday, May 11 at 3PM Presented by Sal St. George Author, humanitarian and actress, Betty White has the longest television career in history. She was the first woman to produce and star in her own TV show. Learn about the fascinating story of the beloved First Lady of Television. Email mineolaprograms@nassaulibrary.org to receive the Zoom login.
ZUMBA WITH KRISTEN FONTE Saturday, May 8 @10AM Zoom Meeting ID: 82616212403 Password: 397203 Saturday, May 15 @10AM Meeting ID: 84965794725 Password: 256099 Saturday, May 22 @10AM Zoom Meeting ID: 83691561035 Password: 024419 Virtual Piano Concert: Back to the 80s (Facebook Live) Thursday, May 13 at 6:30PM Relive the 80s with pianist Dan Fogel as he plays your favorites: Madonna, Whitney Houston, and more! Visit the library's Facebook page to watch! https://www.facebook.com/MineolaLibrary
Virtual Author Visit: Bill Bleyer presents George Washington's Long Island Spy Ring: A History Tour & Guide Wednesday, May 19 at 7PM Long Island historian Bill Bleyer's newest book was published on May 10. Join us as he discusses the book and takes questions. Email mineolaprograms@nassaulibrary.org to receive the Zoom login. Cover to Cover Book Club (Zoom) Wednesday, May 26 at 7PM Join us to discuss Deacon King Kong by James McBride. Pick up a copy of the book at the Circulation Desk. Email mineolaprograms@nassaulibrary.org to receive the Zoom login.
MINEOLA MEMORIAL LIBRARY | APRIL/MAY 2021
Chapter & Verse CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
(For Grab & Go Crafts, you may call/email (516-746-8488 ext. 1/mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org) on the date pick up begins and we will hold a craft aside for you)
Breaking News: New E-Mail for the Children's Room! Starting April 1, please send all program sign ups to mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org Character Bunny Scavenger Hunt Runs March 15 to April 12 Pick up a scavenger hunt card from the Children's Desk. Find our hidden bunnies, earn a small prize! One card/prize per child.
Grab & Go Craft: Rainstick Kit pick up & Reserves: Monday, April 19 Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies Email mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve on Monday, April 19. When you shake the stick, it sounds like rain!
Take and Make: Spring Lemon Blueberry Scones Reserves/Registration: April 1 Kit Pick Up: April 8 Chef Rob's Video Demo: April 15 at 11AM (Facebook) Limited supplies. Mineola cardholders only. Email mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org to register on April 1. Joint program with Adult Reference. One kit per family.
Love Your Earth Storytime (Facebook) Thursday, April 22 at 11AM No sign up required Celebrate our planet Earth with Ms. Meredith on the library's Facebook page. The video will be pre-recorded.
Family Storytime: Mondays: April 5 and 19 at 11AM Enjoy favorite stories and songs with Ms. Meredith on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Mineolalibrary)
Grab & Go Craft: Mixed Media Octopus Kit pick up & reserves: Monday, April 26 Video Demo (Facebook): April 28 at 11AM Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies Email mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve on April 26. Presented by Party Art Studio. Kit includes octopus wood piece, paint, and brushes.
Grab & Go Craft: Ellie the Elephant Kit pick up & Reserves: Monday, April 12 Video Demo (Facebook): Wednesday, April 14 at 11AM Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies Email mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve on April 12. Presented by Fun Stuff Express. Kit includes: pack of stuffing, satin heart, Fun Stuff backpack, and much more.
MINEOLA MEMORIAL LIBRARY | APRIL/MAY 2021
Chapter & Verse CHILDREN'S VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
(For Grab & Go Crafts, you may call/email (516-746-8488 ext. 1/mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org) on the date pick up begins and we will hold a craft aside for you)
Pets of Mineola (Facebook) Runs May 2-8 May 2-8 is known as "Be Kind to Animals Week!" Do you have a pet that you love? Share them with us! Send us a picture of your pet (include pet's name and age) to mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org. Your animal will be featured on our Facebook page! Bookopoly Runs May 3 - June 1 Pick up a game board in the Children's Room. Make your way around a book themed Monopoly board and win some prizes! Family Storytime: Mondays, May 3 and 17 at 11AM Enjoy favorite stories and songs with Ms. Meredith on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Mineolalibrary) Grab & Go Craft: Mother's Day Teacup Bird Feeder Kit pick up & reserves: Monday, May 3 Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies Email mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org on May 3 to reserve a kit. Use a teacup, saucer, glue, string, and bird seed to make a delightful bird feeder. Take and Make: Churro Muffins Reserves/Registration: May 3 Kit Pick Up: May 6 Chef Rob's Video Demo: May 13 at 11AM (Facebook) Limited supplies. Mineola cardholders only. Email mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org to register on May 3. Joint program with Adult Reference. One kit per family.
Grab & Go Craft: Ceramic Sneaker Bank Kit pick up & reserves: Monday, May 10 Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies Email mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org on May 10 to reserve. Presented by Rosemarie Attard.
Grab & Go Craft: LEGO Ninja Stress Ball Kit pick up & reserves: Monday, May 17 Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies Send an email to mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org on May 17. Includes balloons & flour.
Grab & Go Craft: Mason Jar Wood Piece Kit pick up & reserves: Mon, May 24 Video Demo: May 26 (Facebook) at 11AM Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies Send an email to mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org on May 24 to reserve. Presented by Party Art. Includes: wood, paint, brushes.
MINEOLA MEMORIAL LIBRARY | APRIL/MAY 2021
Chapter & Verse TWEEN & TEEN VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
(For Grab & Go Crafts, you may call/email (516-746-8488 ext. 1/mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org) on the pick up date and we will put a craft aside for you)
Trivia Challenges!: Thurs., Apr. 1 at 4PM-April Fool's Day Trivia; Thurs., Apr. 22 at 3PM-Earth Day Trivia For teens, tweens, or families; will post on Mineola Library Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MineolaLibrary/. Test your knowledge with Miss Vivian the Librarian's trivia challenges! Grab & Go Craft: No-Sew Unicorn Pillow Kit pick up & reserves: Monday, April 5 Video Demo: Wednesday, April 7 at 4PM (on Facebook) For Mineola teens, tweens, or families only. Reserve by emailing mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org. Do you like unicorns? Then make a unicorn-themed pillow to celebrate National Unicorn Day! Grab & Go Craft: Pokemon Diorama Box Kit pick up & reserves: Monday, April 19 Video Demo: Thursday, April 22 at 4PM (on Facebook) Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies For Mineola teens, tweens, or families only. Do you like Pokemon? Then learn how to create your very own Pokemon paradise! Presented by McKel Supreme of Night and Day Anime Studios. Grab & Go Craft: Toy Story's Forky Magnet Kit pick up & reserves: Monday, April 26. Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies For Mineola teens, tweens, or families only. Email mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve on April 26. Build your own Toy Story's Forky magnet and stick it on your fridge! Kits created by Miss Vivian the Librarian. Godzilla Digital Escape Room: Thursday, Apr. 29 at 4PM For teens, tweens, or families. The link will be posted on Facebook. Monstrous fun! Created by Miss Vivian the Librarian.
No-Contact Teen Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 6-12) Directions: Take pictures of your creations and email them to childrensmineola@nassaulibrary.org for volunteer credit. 3 items = one hour of community service. One review = 1 hour of community service.
Cards For Kids: Create cards for kids in hospitals. Mail cards yourself when finished. For guidelines: cardsforhospitalizedkids.com. Cards For Soldiers & Veterans: Create cards for our soldiers and vets. Mail cards yourself. For guidelines: www.americasadoptasoldier.org Kindness Rocks!: decorate rocks, using permanent markers or paint, with inspirational messages. Rocks available for pickup upon request while supplies last. Use these as gifts or outside decor. Teen Volunteer Reviews - go to: https://forms.gle/xqXUAcTxUwr6S4at9 Librarian-selected reviews to be posted on our website. Volunteer Grab & Go Craft (Gr. 6-12) One hour of credit per craft, to give to others or a charity. Pick up a craft, take a picture of completed craft, and send it to childrensmineola@nassaulibrary.org. Rainbow Peace Sign Bracelet
MINEOLA MEMORIAL LIBRARY | APRIL/MAY 2021
Chapter & Verse TWEEN & TEEN VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
(For Grab & Go Crafts, you may call/email (516-746-8488 ext. 1/mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org) on the pick up date and we will put a craft aside for you)
Trivia Challenges! Wed., May 5 at 3PM-Cinco de Mayo Trivia Wed., May 26 at 4PM-Memorial Day Trivia For teens, tweens, or families; will post on Mineola Library Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/MineolaLibrary/. Test your knowledge with Miss Vivian the Librarian's trivia challenges!
Grab & Go Craft: Harry Potter Touch 'N' Feel Bookmark Kit pick up & reserves: Monday, May 10 Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies For Mineola teens, tweens, or families only. Create a textured Harry Potter bookmark that is fun to touch! Email mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve on May 10. Craft kits created by Miss Vivian the Librarian.
Grab & Go Craft: Emoji Glitter Zip Pouches Kit pick up & reserves: Monday, May 3 Video Demo: May 5 @4PM (Facebook). Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies Email mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve on May 3. Families, tweens, or teens enjoy painting with glitter as they make an emoji-themed glitter zip pouch, perfect for carrying cash or keys, for Mother's Day or for themselves. Presented by Doris Benter on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/MineolaLibra ry/.
Grab & Go Craft: Harry Potter Owl Pillow Grab & Go Craft: Constellation Lightbox Kit pick up & reserves: Monday, May 10 Kit pick up & reserves: Monday, May 17 Video Demo: May 12 @4PM (Facebook). Mineola cardholders only. Limited supplies Mineola cardholders only. Limited For Mineola teens, tweens, or families only. Email supplies mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve on Monday, May Email 17. Make your own box that magically lights up like the stars! mmlkidsprograms@nassaulibrary.org to reserve on May 10. Do you love all things Harry Potter? Families, tweens, or teens Toy Story's Forky Digital Escape Room make a Harry Potter owl pillow with a special letter from Hogwarts. Presented Wednesday, May 19 at 4PM For teens, tweens, or families. The link will be posted on by Doris Benter on Facebook at: Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/MineolaLibrary/. Forky https://www.facebook.com/MineolaLibra ry/ asks a question: will you have fun? Join this virtual adventure created by Miss Vivian the Librarian.