The Herald Courier, Friday, June 12, 2015
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Hillside Public Library programs Movie at the Library Monday, June 15 at 1:30 p.m. The movie is: Still Alice; Rated “PG-13”; 101 minutes. Starring Julianne Moore, Alec Baldwin, Kristen Stewart. A linguistics professor and her family find their bonds tested when she is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease. One -to-One Career Counseling Tuesday, June 16, and Thursday, June 18. Appointment times are: 10:30 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:15 p.m., 2 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. Call or email to schedule an appointment. This free service is open to all, but is directed to those actively engaged in a job search, not those
entering the workforce. Bring current resume(s) to appointment. Women of Strength Tuesday, June 16 at 7 p.m. Women of Strength is an invitation for all women to unite, connect, and embrace the journey of returning home to our true Selves. It will be a series of four themed classes in which we will explore the many layers that block our ability as women to love ourselves. Our thanks to the Friends of Hillside Public Library for sponsoring this program. Must be pre-registered. Page Turners Book Discussion Wednesday, June 17 at 1:00 and 7:00 p.m. The book being discussed is: NANO by Robin Cook;
Dr. Pia Grazdani takes a job at Nano, LLC, a global innovator in molecular manufacturing. She gets caught up in corporate espionage & trickery, involving tiny nano-robots with the ability to gobble up viruses & bacteria.
children & YOUNG ADULTS Summer Reading Fun This summer’s theme, Every Hero Has a Story We will celebrate many types of heroes: heroes who have made their marks in literature, heroes who keep our communities safe, and heroes of all ages who walk through our library doors. Children will explore this theme through stories, crafts, music, and many
other activities. Special family evening programs will fill this summer with enjoyment. Information regarding all summer programs will be available on June 11 in the Children’s Room and on our website. Read to Me Club This program provides younger children (Ages 3–7) with their own Older Reader. Older readers are in grades 5–12, who volunteer their time to share stories, puzzles and coloring fun with your child. Weekly sessions are 30 minutes long. Sessions this summer will meet on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings, and Wednesday mornings. Registration begins on Tuesday, June 16. Volunteer readers are needed for our Read-to-
Me Program. If you would like to participate in this program and read to a younger child, please call the Children’s Service Desk in beginning June 16th. Young Adults going into grades 5 & up are invited to participate. Teens and Tweens Teens and tweens in grades 5 & up are encouraged to participate in our “Unmask” Summer Reading Program. This summer “unmask” heroes of all kinds and take part in our fun summer reading program to win prizes, and be eligible to attend our end of summer Pizza and Raffle Party. Registration for our “Unmask” reading program will begin on June 16. Programs that will take place during the summer
include these heroic special events: “Chocolatey Villains”, “Captain Tote Bag”, “Super Bubblegum Laboratory” and many more! More information will be available in June on upcoming programs. Snuggle Tales Story Time Monday, June 15 at 1:15 p.m. and Wednesday, June 17 at 7 p.m. Ages: 12months-36months (with parent or caretaker). Stories, songs, movement fun and a craft. Must be pre-registered. Story and Craft xplorers Wednesday, June 17 at 4 p.m. Stories, games, and craft fun for all our (4-6 year old friends). Must be pre-registered.
Great Neck Library Marion Blumenthal Lazan: Her Holocaust Story Four Perfect Pebbles Author Talk/Book Signing presented by the Great Neck Library Hosted by Temple Beth-El of Great Neck Join Marion Blumenthal Lazan, Holocaust Survivor, for a message of perseverance, determination, faith and hope on Sunday, June 14 at 7 p.m. at Temple Beth-El of Great Neck, 5 Old Mill Road, Great Neck 11023. Marion will discuss her award-winning memoir, Four Perfect Pebbles: A Holocaust Story coauthored by Lila Perl. Marion’s is a moving first-hand account of the Blumenthal family’s life in Germany from the events preceding Kristallnacht to imprisonment in concentration camps to liberation in April of 1945. Mrs. Lazan was 11 years old when the family finally gained its freedom. Her presentation goes beyond the facts. She stresses the importance of positive thinking, creativity and inner strength to overcome adversity. It asks the audience to be tolerant of others and not stereotype
individuals based on religious belief, color, race or national origin. She warns her listeners to be true to themselves and not blindly follow-the-leader. Today’s generation is the last generation to hear a first-hand account. Marion Blumenthal Lazan is an inspirational speaker whose unforgettable memoir recalls the devastating years that shaped her childhood. She has been speaking out publicly about the Holocaust since 1979 at schools, organizations and other venues in the United States and all over the world. Upwards of one million students and adults have heard Marion’s story, told in person. Many schools are using Marion’s memoir in the study of the Holocaust. Four Perfect Pebbles is in its 20th printing in hardback, with a total of over 500,000 copies in all editions in print. It has been translated into Dutch, German and Japanese. Marion will sign copies of her book, which will be available for purchase. Her website is www. fourperfectpebbles.com. Temple Beth-El parking is located on Old Mill Road
near the side entrance of the Temple. This is a presentation for all ages. The Honeymooners: Jackie Gleason and Company Presented by Keith J. Crocker at Station Branch Join Keith J. Crocker for a delightful trip down memory lane as he talks about The Honeymooners, America’s most beloved television show on Monday, June 15 at 2 p.m. at the Station Branch Library, 26 Great Neck Road (2nd level), Gardens at Great Neck shopping center. Keith will discuss the career of actor, comedicgenius Jackie Gleason and his entourage Art Carney, Audrey Meadows and Joyce Randolph, and tell behind-the-scenes stories. The classic series aired from October 1, 1955 to September 22, 1956. Enjoy a 16mm showing of a rare Honeymooners episode entitled Hello Mom, which aired on December 3, 1955. Keith Crocker is a film historian, filmmaker and director. Board of Trustees Meeting The Great Neck Library
Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 16 at 7:30 p.m. at the Parkville Branch Library, 10 Campbell Street (off Lakeville Road), New Hyde Park. All are welcome. Film at Station Branch All film matinees are now held at the Station Branch while the Main Library prepares for renovations. The next film will be shown on Thursday, June 18 at 2 p.m. at the Station Branch, The Gardens at Great Neck, 26 Great Neck Road, 2nd level (above Waldbaum’s). Refer to the Library Newsletter, film brochure or website for information on the films scheduled. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. Arrive early as seating is limited. Priority seating is given to Great Neck School District residents. Please bring your Library card, driver’s license or other ID showing your Great Neck School District address. Interviewing: Know Yourself, The Job and The Questions With Career Coach Stan Broitman at Station Branch
Career Coach Stan Broitman will present Interviewing: Know Yourself, The Job and The Questions for job seekers on Thursday, June 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Station Branch Library, 26 Great Neck Road (2nd level), Gardens at Great Neck shopping center. This workshop is a comprehensive review of the interview process. Learn about answering the three types of questions: traditional, behavioral, and personally challenging. Stan will review the weakness question. The three P’s of Interviewing are: Prepare, Practice, and Perform. Registration is suggested, but not necessary. Phone (516) 466-8055, ext. 277. Building Advisory Committee Meeting The Great Neck Library Building Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, June 18 at the Parkville Branch Library, 10 Campbell Street (off Lakeville Road), New Hyde Park. All are welcome. Seeking Prospective Candidates Library Board of Trustees
and Nominating Committee At the end of January 2016, terms will expire for one four-year seat on the Board of Trustees (currently held by Francine Ferrante Krupski) and two three-year seats on the Nominating Committee (currently held by Stacee Bernstein and Andrew Dorf). The Nominating Committee invites members of the community, who wish to be considered as candidates for the above seats, to send a resume and letter so stating by June 15, 2015 to: The Chair of the Nominating Committee, c/o The Director’s Office, Great Neck Library, 159 Bayview Ave., Great Neck, NY 11023. If hand delivering, please bring to the Station Branch Library at 26 Great Neck Road, Great Neck NY, 11021 in the Gardens at Great Neck Shopping Plaza. Any nominee for a position on the Board of Trustees or the Nominating Committee must be a member of the Great Neck Library Association or a registered voter with the Nassau County Board of Elections by the Record Date of October 5, 2015.