Online Programs are held live on Zoom unless specified. Open to all. No Zoom account required. You may join Zoom events by going to join.zoom.us, and enter the program’s Meeting ID and Password. You can also dial in at 1 (646) 558-8656 or find your local number at zoom.us/zoomconference. For certain events that require registration, any further meeting info will be released by the date of the event for registered users. Check your email before the event.
LI CARES FOOD DRIVE (ONGOING)
The Main Library, Parkville and Station Branches are currently accepting donations for LI Cares, The Harry Chapin Food Bank. The collection boxes are accessible at the front entrances of each location during regular Library hours. Please donate products that are in boxes, cans, or plastic bottles, and do not require refrigeration. Please, no glass jars. For more information, visit www.licares.org.
PET FOOD DRIVE (Through April 30) Long Island Cares Baxter’s Pet Pantry
The Great Neck Library Main Building, Parkville Branch and Lakeville Branch is accepting Pet Food and Supply donations for Long Island Cares Baxter’s Pet Pantry until April 30. Join Assemblywoman Gina L. Sillitti in supporting Long Island Cares and Baxter’s Pet Pantry by donating much needed food and supplies. Since 2009, Long Island Cares, Inc. has provided free pet food and supplies to individuals and families in need, in an effort to help them maintain their pets at home as opposed to placing them in shelters. Most Needed Items: 5+ pound bags of pet food, canned pet food, pet treats, cat litter, NEW pet toys. For the health and safety of our furry friends, all pet food must be new and unopened, and in its original packaging. All toys MUST be new and have tags on them. Please wear a mask when you drop off your donations, and thank you for your help.
Drop-off locations during Library hours: Main Library, 159 Bayview Avenue, Great Neck 11023; Parkville Branch, 10 Campbell Street, New Hyde Park 11040; Lakeville Branch, 475 Great Neck Road, Great Neck 11021.
Saturday, April 17
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
How Do I Become A Robotics Inventor?
Ages 5 to 12
Learn about Robotic inventions that can help improve our lives, and how they are made by Steven the MAKER and Inventor of Musical Robotic Puppets, Robotic Hands, and Elevators to help people. All inventions are made from recycled materials to help save our environment. Have these items with you: white paper, a compass, scissors, colored pencils or markers, scotch tape or masking tape, soft foam materials like sponges that can be cut, ice-cream/popsicle sticks, and glue.
Meeting ID: 993 8302 5332 Passcode:182298
ejohnson@greatnecklibrary.org
Monday, April 19
10:00 a.m.
Earth Day Poster
Create a lovely poster in honor of Earth Day, complete with ways that YOU can keep the Earth happy. childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Community Service: Storywalk Art
Teens in grades 7+
Make a storywalk for the children’s department. You create and submit the art to help tell the story. Community service available. jlagasse@greatnecklibrary.org
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
New Beginnings with Marla Matthews
Ages 35 plus
Join Marla Matthews as she presents hopeful, exciting, and compassionate life solutions in these challenging times. All welcome – married, divorced, widowed, or single… to join in a supportive, respectful, and exciting life-giving discussion. Participation encouraged.
Meeting ID: 832 8887 2296 Passcode: 090182
Tuesday, April 20
2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Wassily Kandinsky and Gabriele Munter with Mary Dono
Wassily Kandinsky and Gabriele Munter are one of the first power couples of the art world. Meeting ID: 875 3786 2051 Passcode: 0r8wUf
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Board of Trustees Regular Meeting Online via Zoom
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82033328423?pwd=bmUrNmVYeFBMeDBzREd6Q0czUUR2QT09
Meeting ID: 820 3332 8423 Passcode: 649297
Dial In -1 (646) 558-8656
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Journey to True Self: Non-Fiction Book Discussion Group
We will begin by exploring Brene Brown’s research on important concepts of vulnerability, shame, and guilt, as discussed in her book Rising Strong. Led by Librarian Mimi Rabizadeh. Meeting ID: 810 7622 5703 Passcode: 781428
Wednesday April 21
1:00 – 2:30 p.m.
Writer Within facilitated by Lynda Aron
Email wrtrwthn@yahoo.com for Zoom room
Access your authentic voice and explore the power of imagination, self-expression and storytelling. New writers, professionals and everyone in between are welcome. Sharing is encouraged but not required.
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
24-7 Library Resources and Apps for Virtual Learning, Entertainment, Crafts and More
Get ready to finish your school year strong with 24/7 virtual library resources and services for homework help, exam prep and more. Teens will discover digital resources to borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone. Plus, art and craft video lessons for self-directed learning taught by design experts and artists. Parents welcome. cgreenblatt@greatnecklibrary.org
Thursday, April 22
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Community Service: Storywalk Art
Teens in grades 7+
Make a storywalk for the children’s department. You create and submit the art to help tell the story. Community service available. jlagasse@greatnecklibrary.org
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Lakeville Literary Club Mrs. Everything by Jennifer Weiner
Checkout the e-book on Overdrive: https://nassau.overdrive.com/nassau-greatneck/content/media/4373119
Checkout the e-audiobook on Overdrive: https://nassau.overdrive.com/nassau-greatneck/content/media/4373084
Meeting ID: 922 9873 4385 Passcode: books
Friday, April 23
10:00 a.m.
How I Feel Wheel
How are you feeling today? Let everyone know with this handy feelings wheel. childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
eBay 101: Buying
11:30 AM – 12:30 p.m.: Selling
Adults, Parents, and Seniors
Learn the basics of eBay.com, a worldwide virtual marketplace. Meeting ID: 935 0453 3831 Passcode: Ebay!
STEMLab@GreatNeckLibrary.org
11:00 AM – 12:00 p.m.
Bilingual Storytime
Join us for songs, stories, and activities in both English and Spanish.
childrens@greatnecklibrary.org
11:30 AM – 12:30 p.m.
eBay 101: Selling
Meeting ID: 935 0453 3831 Passcode: Ebay!
STEMLab@GreatNeckLibrary.org
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Friday Film Discussion
The Hustler (1961) Not Rated, 2 hr., 14 min., Drama, Sport
An up-and-coming pool player plays a longtime champion in a single high stakes match. Watch The Hustler at your leisure. Join in a Zoom discussion of the film. Streaming for free with your Great Neck Library card on Indieflix, and with subscription on Fubo and Flixfling. Meeting ID: 623 987 3994 Passcode: films cdipietro@greatnecklibrary.org.
