This Week at the Syosset Public Library


Qi Gong (In Person)

Thursday, December 1, at 11:00 a.m.

Qi Gong is an ancient Asian healing mind-body practice that means energy work. Each class includes gentle stretching, guided breathing, energy meditation and mindful movements to improve balance, strength and immune function. Classes are suitable for all levels. Wear sneakers or flat sole shoes. Nine Sessions. Fee: $36. To register, go to syossetlibrary.org.  Instructor, Jenny Lu.

 

Seniors of Syosset Drop In Session (In Person)

Thursday, December 1, from 1:45 -3:30 p.m.

Funded through New York State Office for the Aging, Seniors of Syosset is a Neighborhood Naturally Occurring Retirement Community program (NNORC-SOS). The program will offer social work support, community health nursing, volunteer-based transportation to local medical appointments and shopping, and other activities and services, including some at the library!  Whether you are a senior in need of support, someone who wants to volunteer helping the community, or just someone who wants to learn more, we hope you will drop-in and get involved!

 

Do I Have the Right to Vote? & Other Constitutional Questions (Hybrid)

Thursday, December 1, at 2:00 p.m.

What we think the Constitution says and what it actually says can sometimes be two different things. A look at the constitutional language regarding the presidency, free speech, gun rights, privacy, the police, religion and others topics. This lecture is in person and virtual. No registration needed for in-person or virtual. For zoom link go to syossetlibrary.org.  Presenter, Professor James Coll, adjunct Professor of American and Constitutional History, Nassau Community College and Hofstra University, and retired NYPD detective.

  

Query Writing Workshop (Virtual)

Thursday, December 1, at 7:00 p.m.

Looking to publish your finished novel, essay or article? Learn how to write an attention grabbing, effective and professional query letter to send out to agents and editors. To register, go to syossetlibrary.org.  Presenter, Erin Coughlin, an award-nominated writer and  producer and author of Pop and Fizz’s Double Feature Movie Night Guide.

 

From the Hays Code to X-Rated Movies: A History of Hollywood Censorship (Virtual)

Friday, December 2, at 2:00 p.m.

From its very beginning in the 1890s, motion pictures have delighted the public and upset civic and religious authorities who felt that movies needed to be regulated. This presentation will look at 125 years of movie censorship and the many ways Hollywood has tried to deal with this issue. For zoom link go to syossetlibrary.org.  Presenter, Brian Rose, Professor Emeritus Communications, Fordham University

 

Simply Fit (In Person)

Monday, December 5, at 11:30 a.m.

Especially suited for the older adult; combines the basics of strength training and stretching. You will need to bring light weights. Seven Sessions. Fee $28. To register, go to syossetlibrary.org.  Instructor, Marilyn Bunger.

 

Mixed Media Art Class (In Person)

Monday, December 5, at 3:00 p.m.

This class is for both adults and teens. Everyone will paint a canvas and decorate it with clay, rhinestones, bottle caps, and more. All materials will be supplied and no art experience is needed. Fee: $5. To register, go to syossetlibrary.org.  Instructor, Meagan Meehan.

 

Yoga for Energy (In Person)

Tuesday, December 6, at 9:45 a.m.

This class combines the ancient wisdom of Qi energy with modern techniques to maximize the brain’s functions. Each class includes stretching, core strengthening, breathing exercises, meditation and relaxation. Classes are suitable for all levels. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Nine Sessions. Fee: $36. To register, go to syossetlibrary.org.  Instructor, Jenny Lu.

 

Title Swap Tuesdays (In Person)

Tuesday, December 6, at 3:00 p.m.

Excited to hear about our favorite books? Join the Readers’ Services librarians for a fun, lively in-person presentation of all the books we can’t stop talking about. Leave with a list of great reads! No registration needed.

 

Yoga for Relaxation (In Person)

Tuesday, December 6, at 6:15 p.m.

Learn basic yoga postures and relaxation techniques that will enable you to develop a daily practice of your own. You will need a yoga mat. Seven sessions. Fee: $28. To register, go to syossetlibrary.org.  Instructor, Laurie Ahleman.

 

Tai Chi (In Person)

Wednesday, December 7, at 11:15 a.m.

Mindful, gentle, flowing movements to improve balance, strength, and stability. Wear sneakers or soft sole shoes. A chair can be used if needed. Eight Sessions. Fee: $32.  To register, go to syossetlibrary.org.  Instructor, Jenny Lu.

 

Qi Gong (In Person)

Thursday, December 8, at 11:00 a.m.

Qi Gong is an ancient Asian healing mind-body practice that means energy work. Each class includes gentle stretching, guided breathing, energy meditation and mindful movements to improve balance, strength and immune function. Classes are suitable for all levels. Wear sneakers or flat sole shoes. Nine Sessions. Fee: $36. To register, go to syossetlibrary.org.  Instructor, Jenny Lu.

 

NY Project Hope Table (In Person)

Thursday, December 8, from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m.

Representative from the Charles Evans Center will be on hand to discuss their services with New York Project Hope. Charles Evans Center (CEC) in collaboration with New York State’s Project Hope offers emotional support to the COVID-19 pandemic affected communities in Nassau County.  NY Project Hope at Charles Evans Center provides crisis counseling services, support by self-empowerment and teaching stress coping skills, as well as linkage to community and healthcare resources for individuals/communities that can be of assistance to them in their time of need. Talking with a crisis counselor is free, confidential, and anonymous.

 

Before the Crown: Bringing Britain’s Monarchs to Life on TV and Film (Hybrid)

Thursday, December 8, at 2:00 p.m.

Long before The Crown, filmmakers have been taking us into the lives of British royals. From the legendary Arthur and his Round Table, past the Plantagenets, through the Tudors, right up to the Windsors of today, kings and queens have come back to life thanks to great actors giving memorable performances. The lecture pulls back the curtain on a legacy that includes Camelot, Becket, The Private Life of Henry VIII, Elizabeth R, Edward & Mrs. Simpson, The King’s Speech and The Queen to name a few.  No registration needed for in-person or Zoom. For Zoom link, go to syossetlibrary.org.  Presenter, John Kenrick, Entertainment Historian 

 

Rigoletto (Hybrid)

Friday, December 9, at 2:00 p.m.

Labeled a “masterpiece”, Verdi’s Rigoletto explores the struggles of a cursed court jester who tries to protect his daughter, Gilder from the lustful Duke of Mantua. Tanisha explores the music and drama all wrapped into Verdi’s memorable sixteenth opera. An aria will be performed by the speaker. No registration needed for in-person or Zoom. For Zoom link, go to syossetlibrary.org.  Presenter, Tanisha Mitchell, Opera Singer and Librarian.

 

 

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