This Week at the Syosset Public Library


Porter vs. Sondheim (Online)

Thursday, May 19, at 2 p.m.

Cole Porter was the greatest composer/lyricist to devote himself to Broadway in the first half of the 20th century, and Stephen Sondheim was the greatest of the last half. In this compare-and-contrast exercise, we’ll look at five matched pairs of songs and learn the similarities and differences of these two geniuses. No registration needed. For Zoom link go to syossetlibrary.org. Presenter, Charles Troy.

 

Author Visit and BYOB with Alma Katsu: A Summer Scares Event (Online)

Thursday, May 19, at 7:30 p.m.

Grab your favorite beverage and zoom in to “meet” Alma Katsu author of The Fervor.  This event officially kicks off Syosset Library’s Summer Scares programing. No registration needed. For Zoom link go to syossetlibrary.org

 

Sinus Disorders (In-Person)

Friday, May 20, at 2 p.m.

Learn about common nasal and sinus conditions (including nasal obstruction, rhinitis, sinusitis and smell disorders), their symptoms, and their treatments, as well as endoscopic sinus surgery.  No registration neededPresenter, Jay Youngerman, MD, FACS.

 

Book Discussion (In-person)

Tuesday, May 24, at 3 p.m.

Join Lisa Hollander, Readers’ Services Librarian for an in-person discussion of the instant New York Times bestseller, What’s Mine and Yours by Naima Coster. Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk one month before the program. No registration needed.  Limited to 20 people.

 

The Great Ingrid Bertman (In-Person & Online)

Thursday, May 26, at 2 p.m.

Ingrid Bergman was one of the finest actresses of her generation, well known for her versatility and individuality. Her career includes highly acclaimed work in films, television and on stage in English, Swedish and Italian. She had a natural and unpretentious beauty that complemented her immense acting talent. Her films include some of the most highly regarded of the golden age of Hollywood. She won three Academy Awards, two Emmy Awards and a Tony Award over the course of her career. This talk will remember the woman and showcase the films of her remarkable career. No registration needed. For Zoom link go to syossetlibrary.org. Presenter, Marc Courtade, retired arts director.

 

Chicken Fajita Penne Pasta (In-person)

Friday, May 27, at 11 a.m.

In-person cooking demonstration where everyone will see how Chef Rob makes this lunch or dinner recipe. Everyone will sample his cooking! Attendees should bring a take home container. Registration is limited. Fee: $5. To register, go to syossetlibrary.org   

Presenter, Chef Rob Scott

 

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