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2:00 PM
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LET THE GREAT WORLD SPIN, BY COLUM MCCANN
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Join us as librarians Janice Angliss and Carol Stern lead a discussion of Colum McCann’s Let The Great World Spin, which won the National Book Award for fiction in 2009. May, 1974, the people of lower Manhattan stand still, staring up in disbelief at the Twin Towers. A mysterious tightrope walker takes upon himself the challenge of walking a high wire strung between the tops of the two towers. As he performs, a crowd of onlookers gathers below watching in awe. A slew of ordinary lives become extraordinary as McCann weaves together the stories of some of these different characters. Copies of the book will be available at the Reference desk.
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Location: Community Room
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7:00 PM
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LIVE YOUR DREAMS WRITING WORKSHOP
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Location: Community Room
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Wednesday September 29, 2010
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10:00 AM
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WOMAN'S CLUB GARDEN GROUP
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Location: Community Room
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Saturday October 2, 2010
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10:00 AM
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WRITER'S GROUP
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The Writer's Group continues to meet on the first Saturday of each month. If you are a serious writer, come join them for a lively exchange of ideas.
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Location: Community Room
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Sunday October 3, 2010
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2:30 PM
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ITALIAN AMERICANS AND THE MEDIA: CINEMA, VIDEO AND TELEVISION
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Italian Americans have had a conspicuous, though at times, debatable, presence in cinema, music, and television. From the early days of cinema, this medium played an integral part in laying a foundation for a negative stereotype of the Italian American: gangster, womanizer, buffoon. However, on television, the situation was different. Though negative stereotyping continued, there were other more positive manifestations. The contemporary medium of the music video saw the likes of Madonna, John Bon Jovi, and Gwen Stefani each bring an innovative twist to the short visual. Please join Dr. Anthony Julian Tamburri as he traces the representation of Italian Americans in each medium.
This program, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by Loggia Glen Cove, No. 1016, Order of Sons of Italy in America, with the support of the New York Council for the Humanities.
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Location: Community Room
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Saturday October 9, 2010
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2:00 PM
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AN INITIATIVE FOR BREAST HEALTH INFORMATION
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October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join us as Angelica Medina from Sisters United In Health offers an informative lecture on breast health and the risk factors for breast cancer. Learn about the importance of early detection, self and clinical examinations and mammograms as well as the many services relating to breast health this organization provides, including advocacy, support and counseling.
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Location: Community Room
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Wednesday October 13, 2010
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6:30 PM
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8:30 PM
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COMPUTER KINDERGARTEN FOR GROWNUPS
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Learn the basics! This slow-paced, hands-on workshop is specifically designed for first-time computer users. Topics covered include turning the computer on, using the mouse, the desktop, opening and closing programs, and turning the computer off.
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Location: Community Room
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Sunday October 17, 2010
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2:00 PM
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THE LAST OF THE CLEAN COMEDIANS
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Join Glen Anthony, master comedian and impersonator extraordinaire as he delivers his wholesome and hilarious humor. Laughter is the best medicine, so be sure to join us for an afternoon of good, healthy laughter that is guaranteed to lighten your heart!
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Location: Community Room
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Wednesday October 20, 2010
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6:30 PM
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8:30 PM
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COMPUTER FIRST GRADE FOR GROWNUPS
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In this workshop you will learn how to work with text, including how to input, insert, move, and erase text. Learn basic word processing skills and understand commands and dialog boxes. Due to the hands-on nature of this workshop, class size is limited and registrants should have completed Computer Kindergarten and have basic computer knowledge.
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Location: Community Room
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Sunday October 24, 2010
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2:00 PM
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OLD BETHPAGE VILLAGE BRASS BAND
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The American Concert Band Society of Long Island presents the Old Bethpage Village Brass Band! Join us for an afternoon of music and enjoy listening to the historic sounds of Civil War music during this performance by the Old Bethpage Village Brass Band. Hands will be clapping and feet will be tapping - don't miss it!
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Location: Community Room
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Tuesday October 26, 2010
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2:00 PM
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COLUMBINE, BY DAVE CULLEN
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Although much has been written about the 1999 shooting at Columbine High School, little of it has helped to explain why two high school students went on a rampage, killing thirteen people and wounding many others. Dave Cullen's fine work of investigative journalism offers a penetrating look at the motivation and intent of the shooters. Join us as librarian Elizabeth Olesh, Manager of Outreach Services for the Nassau Library System, leads a discussion of the emotionally charged book, Columbine, and discover the myths and misconceptions that evolved soon after the Columbine tragedy. Copies of the book will be available at the Reference desk.
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Location: Community Room
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Thursday October 28, 2010
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7:30 AM
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GLEN COVE PUBLIC LIBRARY'S AUTUMN BUS TRIP
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Discover the secrets hidden in the shadows of America's most historic and most haunted city! First, we'll enjoy a guided tour of Eastern State Penitentiary, once the most influential prison in the world. This now retired prison's architecture is still a source of fascination and marvel. Then enjoy a delicious lunch at the historic City Tavern (entree choice of Breaded Chicken Breast or Pasta Primavera must be selected at the time of registration). Following lunch, our costumed guide will meet us for the highlight of this trip - a ninety minute bus/walking tour of historic Philadelphia. Venture off the beaten path into a world of hidden pasts and dark secrets, restless spirits and eerie sightings, and learn all about the chilling tales of local haunts.
The cost of $85 per person includes all and is payable by check or money order at the time of registration. Registration is in person at the Reference desk and begins Wednesday, September 8 for Glen Cove residents and Wednesday, September 15 for all others, space permitting. Please make checks or money orders payable to: The Glen Cove Library Bus Trip Fund.
Please note: The price of each seat reflects that person’s share of the cost of transportation and the activities provided. These items are all pre-paid and there is no profit to the Library. Therefore, no refunds are possible. If you cannot attend, your ticket may be purchased by an individual on our waiting list. Should there be no waiting list, you may choose to give your place to another person.
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