West Babylon Public Library July 2022 Programs
ADVERTISING: July 2022
KINDLY LIST THE FOLLOWING PUBLICITY AT YOUR EARLIEST CONVENIENCE, THANK YOU VERY MUCH.
Please note: Registration dates are for WBPL cardholders. Non-residents may register 14 days prior to program. Registrants must have an email address to attend virtual programs. Online registration is available for all programs; payment is due in-person within 48 hours.
YOGA
Wednesdays: July 6-27 WBA402
6-7 pm
IN PERSON
Join Heather Casale for this monthly yoga series. June registration begins Wednesday, June 8.
Non-refundable/transferable fee for the 4-week July session: $8.
ZUMBA
Fridays: July 1-29 WBA432
10:15-11:15 am
IN PERSON
Join Cindy Merkler for this monthly Zumba series. June registration begins Friday, June 3.
Non-refundable/ transferable fee for the 5-week July sessions: $10.
CHOCOLATE DIP & DECORATE
July 7-13 WBA628
TAKE HOME KIT
Join Chocolicious Chocolatier and go chocolate-covered crazy! Registrants will be contacted when kits are available for pick-up. Registration begins Thursday, June 9. Non-refundable/transferable materials fee: $5.
STORIES THE YANKEES TOLD ME
Monday, July 11, 7-8pm WBA231
VIRTUAL
Bill Schulman is a lifelong Yankees fan and author of “Pinstripes and Tales.” He wrote the columns “Collecting Memories” and “Where Are They Now” for Yankees Magazine. After interviewing nearly 120 former Bombers, he has a collection of stories to share. If you are a Yankee fan or a baseball fan in general, this program is a must. A Zoom link will be provided by the Library. Registration for all begins Monday, June 13.
MOSAIC STARFISH VASE
July 12-18 WBA138
VIRTUAL WITH KIT
This colorful vase is sunshine ready to hold your favorite bouquet. Shirley Ruby will show you how to decorate the top with eggshell mosaic pieces, then paint a starfish and water scene on this glass vase. Pattern will be provided. Registration begins Tuesday, June 14. Non-refundable/transferable materials fee: $5. Video link will be available July 12-26.
MEDICAID ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE
Wednesday, July 13, 10 am-3 pm
IN PERSON
The Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council will have facilitated enrollers trained by the NY State Department of Health at our Library to assist the aged, blind, and disabled populations with enrollment. Sign up will be first-come, first-served and is free of charge. For more information, call the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council at 631-435-3000.
WBPL WRITER’S CLUB
Wednesday, July 13, 11am-12:30pm WBA25
IN PERSON
Join us and other writers who share similar interests as we conduct an interactive workshop where you can share and discuss creative ideas. No experience necessary. Registration begins June 8.
BACKYARD BERRIES
Thursday, July 14, 7-8 pm WBA234
VIRTUAL
Love those delicious berries? Learn how to successfully grow an harvest different types of berries in your own backyard including raspberries, strawberries, blueberries, and more. Join Cornell Cooperative Extension and learn more about those yummy backyard berries. A Zoom link will be provided by the Library. Registration for all begins Thursday, June 16.
BUSY PERSON’S BOOK GROUP
Thursday, July 14, 7-8:30pm WBA10
IN PERSON
Socialize, mix and mingle at this evening book discussion. Residents and non-residents welcome! This month's book is The Jetsetters by Amanda Eyre Ward. Copies of the novel are available at the Circulation Desk upon registration or for download via Libby. Please have your Library Card handy. Registration begins Thursday, June 9.
MINI “SHARK-CUTERIE” BOARD WOODBURNING
Saturday, July 16, 11am-1pm WBA139
IN PERSON
Join us for this summer reading inspired activity. Patrons will use a design to decorate their board and then learn a cool woodburning technique to burn that design into the board. West Babylon card holders only. Registration begins Friday, June 17.
DIY: SUMMERTIME SIGNS
July 18-23 WBA140
TAKE HOME KIT
Summer is here! Make your very own summer inspired sign décor. West Babylon card holders only. Registration begins Monday, June 20.
BOOKS & BITES BOOK GROUP
Monday, July 18, 7-8pm WBA50
VIRTUAL
Are you in your 20s and 30s and looking for a book group geared toward you? Then join us for a Zoom book discussion. You can also find and follow us on Meetup.com for more information. This month’s
book is This is Where I Leave You by Jonathan Tropper. Copies of the novel are available at the Circulation Desk upon registration or for download via Libby. Please have your Library Card handy. Registration begins Monday, June 20.
PAINT NIGHT: LI LIGHTHOUSE
Thursday, July 21, 6:45-8pm WBA141
IN PERSON
Join Kathy Reccardi in person at the Library as she demonstrates how you can paint your own beautiful lighthouse. Space is limited, program fee must be paid within 48 hours of registration to secure your spot. Registration begins Thursday, June 23. Non-refundable/transferable materials fee: $5.
EMPIRE DEFENSIVE DRIVING
Saturday, July 23, 10am-4pm WBA303
IN PERSON
Attend this class and you may be eligible for an auto premium discount and reduction of violation points. A $35 non-refundable check or money order (NO CASH) payable to Empire Safety Council is due at sign-up. One Registration per Library card. Please be aware that space is limited and payment is due within 48 hours of registration in order to keep your spot. Registration begins Wednesday, June 24.
SUMMER FOOD FESTIVAL
Monday, July 25, 10am – 2pm
VIRTUAL
Join Chef Rob to learn to make some delightful summer treats. Program will take place on the Library’s Facebook page. A link to the Facebook event and the recipes will be provided by the Library. Registration begins Monday, June 27.
EXPLORING LONG ISLAND’S UNDERWATER WORLD
Tuesday, July 26, 7-8pm WBA232
VIRTUAL
Follow Chris Paparo, aka the Fish Guy, on an underwater tour of LI. Enjoy amazing photographs and videos local fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and other assorted invertebrates while learning interesting facts about those creatures that you might encounter on a fishing trip or a stroll down the beach. A perfect event for anyone who has an appreciation for the ocean. A Zoom link will be provided by the Library. Registration for all begins Tuesday, June 28.
VANILLA ALMOND BISCOTTI
July 26-August 1 WBA 630
VIRTUAL
Join the Baking Coach and learn how to make this delicious treat. Baking Kit and video link will be provided by the Library. Registrants will be contacted when baking kits are available for pick-up. Registration begins Wednesday, June 29. Non-refundable/transferable materials fee: $5.
INTERRED ON LI: PEOPLE OF INTEREST & INFLUENCE
Thursday, July 28, 7-8pm WBA233
VIRTUAL
Long Island is the final resting place for many people of consequence. Celebrities, politicians, sports figures, artists, authors, and crime kingpins are among the many important and influential people buried right here on Long Island. Join Eco-Photo Explorers in a fascinating program as they examine the lives of
these personalities, their connection to Long Island, and finally, a visit to where they are spending eternity. A Zoom link will be provided by the Library. Registration for all begins Thursday, June 30.
SENIOR ADVOCATE
Thursday, July 28, 10am-12pm
IN PERSON
A Suffolk County Office for the Aging representative will be here to help with Medicaid, Senior ID cards, food stamps & more. Patrons will be helped on a first come, first served basis.
LET’S TALK ABOUT BOOKS
Thursday, July 28, 1:30-3:30pm WBA40
IN PERSON
Join the West Babylon Literary Club to meet and discuss a novel. Copies of this month’s novel are available at the circulation desk upon registration or for download via Libby. This month’s book is . Please have your Library card handy. Registration begins Thursday, June 30.
TRANSITIONS SAXOPHONE QUARTET: JAZZ EVOLUTION
Saturday, July 30, 1-2:30pm
IN PERSON
Transitions Saxophone Quartet will present a musical performance demonstrating the evolution of Jazz through the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries. Presenting the great classic jazz music and the artists that helped to develop, define and validate the genre as an important American art form. Registration begins Friday, July 1.
