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DiMenna Sings Dinah Sunday, June 10 2:00pm Celebrate the life and music of Dinah Shore with renowned cabaret performer and radio host Lynn DiMenna. Enjoy a choice sampling from the songbook of one of America’s most popular entertainers of the 20th century. Delight in such favorites as For Sentimental Reasons, It All Depends on You, I’ll Walk Alone, Buttons and Bows, and Blues in the Night. JUNE 2012 S ACHEM P UBLIC LIBRARY Visit us on the web at www.sachemlibrary.org Postal Patron Sachem Public Library 150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook, NY 11741 631-588-5024 | www.sachemlibrary.org Library Trustees Marguerite Barone, President Dennis Flavin Diane Longo Carol Paulsen Bob Winowitch Judith Willner, Director Carol Brand, Assistant Director Hours: Monday–Friday 9:30am–9:00pm Saturday 9:30am–5:00pm Sunday 12:00pm-5:00pm Library Closed: Sunday, June 17 Inside/Out is open year-round, weather permitting, during daytime Library hours, closing at dusk. “In summer, the song sings itself.” ~William Carlos Williams Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 36 Holbrook, NY 11741 Island Hills Chorus New York, New York: A Musical Journey Sunday, June 3 2:00pm Enjoy a cappella singing with a feminine touch! Under the direction of Tom Brucia, this award-winning chapter of Sweet Adelines International will present the rich sounds of four-part harmony in a tribute to the Big Apple. Island Hills Chorus recently performed at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. Barynya Russian Music and Dance Sunday, June 24 2:00pm You won’t want to miss this thrilling performance of traditional Russian, Cossack, Ukrainian, Jewish, and Gypsy dance and music. The premier traveling Russian folk ensemble, Barynya has performed at some of the most prestigious cultural venues in the United States, including Carnegie Hall, the Smithsonian Institute, and the United Nations. Dream Big READ (Children) Own the Night (Teens) Between the Covers (Adults) There is a Summer Reading Club for every age group. Dream Big, Own the Night, or go Between the Covers to turn your summer into a reading celebration! Choose your own titles, enjoy related programs, take home great prizes, and join in the end- of-season festivities. Registration for the Adult Summer Reading Club begins on Wednesday, June 13. Registration for Children and Teen Summer Reading Clubs begins on Saturday, June 16. Stop by the Library to pick up your copies of the summer brochures with the complete listing of programs for children and teens. Available now! Friday, June 1 6:30pm (see p.6 for details) d e s T E E N a t i o n R i b b o n C u t t i n g

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DiMenna Sings DinahSunday, June 10 • 2:00pm

Celebrate the life and music of Dinah Shore with renowned cabaret performer and radio host Lynn DiMenna. Enjoy a choice sampling from thesongbook of one of America’smost popular entertainers of the 20th century. Delight in such favorites as ForSentimental Reasons, It All Depends on You, I’ll Walk Alone, Buttons and Bows, andBlues in theNight.

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SACHEM PUBLIC LIBRARYVisit us on the web at www.sachemlibrary.org

Postal Patron

Sachem Public Library150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook, NY 11741631-588-5024 | www.sachemlibrary.org

Library TrusteesMarguerite Barone, PresidentDennis FlavinDiane LongoCarol Paulsen Bob Winowitch

Judith Willner, DirectorCarol Brand, Assistant Director

Hours:Monday–Friday 9:30am–9:00pmSaturday 9:30am–5:00pmSunday 12:00pm-5:00pm

Library Closed: Sunday, June 17

Inside/Out is open year-round, weather permitting,during daytime Library hours, closing at dusk.

“In summer, the song sings itself.”~William Carlos Williams

Non-Profit Org.U.S. Postage

PAIDPermit No. 36Holbrook, NY

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Island Hills ChorusNew York, New York: A Musical Journey

Sunday, June 3 • 2:00pmEnjoy a cappella singing with a feminine touch! Underthe direction of Tom Brucia, this award-winningchapter of Sweet Adelines International will presentthe rich sounds of four-part harmony in a tribute to the Big Apple. Island Hills Chorus recently performedat the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC.

Barynya Russian Music and Dance

Sunday, June 24 • 2:00pmYou won’t want to miss this thrillingperformance of traditional Russian,Cossack, Ukrainian, Jewish, and Gypsydance and music. The premier travelingRussian folk ensemble, Barynya hasperformed at some of the mostprestigious cultural venues in theUnited States, including Carnegie Hall,the Smithsonian Institute, and theUnited Nations.

Dream Big READ (Children)Own the Night (Teens)

Between the Covers (Adults) There is a Summer Reading Club for

every age group. Dream Big, Own the Night, or go Between the Coversto turn your summer into a readingcelebration! Choose your own titles,enjoy related programs, take homegreat prizes, and join in the end-of-season festivities. Registrationfor the Adult Summer Reading Clubbegins on Wednesday, June 13.

Registration for Children and Teen SummerReading Clubs begins on Saturday, June 16. Stop by the

Library to pick up your copies of the summer brochures with thecomplete listing of programs for children and teens. Available now!

Friday, June 1 • 6:30pm(see p.6 for details)

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Mahjong Time! Mondays, June 4, 11, 18, 25 & July 2 & 9 (6 sessions) • 12:00pm

Fee: $20 • Program code: SAAMT6Originating in China, mahjong is a four-player, rummy-like game of skill, strategy, andchance, played with tiles rather than cards. Learn to play in this 6-week introductory class.

Dead Relatives ClubPlacing Your Family Tree in Historical Perspective

Monday, June 25 • 7:00pmThere is more to genealogy than recording dates and places. This month’s session is allabout placing our ancestors within their historical, social, and political contexts. Somegenealogy software programs offer basic timeline potential. Excel spreadsheets, wordprocessing programs, and mapping software can also add to a better understanding of a person's place in history. All of these possibilities will be reviewed and applied.

English Lessons Tuesdays at 10:30am and Saturdays at 11:00amThis ongoing class will help you improve basic reading,writing, and conversation skills. Make friends and learnabout other cultures while you learn English.

English ConversationsThursdays at 6:45pm and Fridays at 10:00am

Join this casual conversation group to practice yourEnglish. Learn new words and gain confidence in yourspeaking abilities.

Spanish Conversations Mondays at 12:00pm-2:00pm

Improve your language skills! Practice your conversationalSpanish in an informal setting with a native speaker.All levels welcome. Esperamos verlos allí!

No registration required. Join anytime!

Join the Adult Summer Reading Club andjourney between the covers to relive thefun you had as a child! Registration beginsWednesday, June 13 online, by phone, orin person. Read or listen to five titles toearn great prizes and be eligible to attendthe Adult Reading Wrap-Up party onWednesday, August 15.

Twinkle, Twinkle Exploding Star…How We Wonder What You Are

Tuesday, June 19 • 7:00pmProgram code: SAATT6

Supernovae are spectacular explosions thatsignal violent stellar deaths. They are alsoresponsible for producing the majority of theelements found on Earth, and for giving birth to objects such as pulsars and black holes. Dr. Alan Calder, Professor of Physics andAstronomy at Stony Brook University, willdiscuss the classification and the basicscience involved in these extraordinary events.

Meditate Your Way to a Good Night’s Sleep

Wednesday, June 20 • 7:00pmProgram code: SAAMED6

With 24-hour news cycles, erratic workschedules, and overwhelming responsibilitiesat home, restful sleep has become elusive formany. Discover how meditation can be anextraordinary tool to help you relax, rejuvenate,and ultimately achieve a better quality ofsleep. Matthew Raider, MD, a clinicalphysician who has been practicing meditationfor over 35 years, will present the latest clinicalresearch on how meditation can improve ourphysical, mental, and spiritual health.

Overnight DessertsMonday, June 25 • 6:30pm Program code: SAAOD6 • Fee: $5

What could be easier than a dessert thatprepares itself overnight in the refrigeratorwhile you sleep? Learn to make simple,delicious treats including fruit trifle, bananapudding, and lemon bars in this hands-on,interactive class with Lisa Basini, The BakingCoach. You will go home with a dessert youcan share with at least three people.

Museum Adventure The Library’s pass to the Museum of the City of New Yorkwill now admit you to the newly re-opened South StreetSeaport Museum on historic Schermerhorn Row. Have you booked your Museum Adventure? Experience history,

science, nature, and art with a Museum Adventure. Reserve your Museum Adventure online, by phone, or in person at the Welcome Desk.

ADULT SUMMER READING CLUB

Poetry: Verse in PersonTuesday, June 26 • 7:00pm

Program code: SAAVIP6

If united we stand... Then United We Scar

Each month a guest poet presents a reading after which the audience isencouraged to share original works at an open mic. This month’s guestreader is Chosen Lyric, who represents Long Island at New York Cityspoken word venues. Special thanks to Mankh, member of the PerformancePoets Association, for hosting this series.

Accepting Life’s Changes Saturday, June 30 • 10:00am

Program code: SAAALC6Explore your feelings and develop closure. Whether you have lost a lovedone, been forced out of a job, experienced a failed relationship, arefacing an empty nest, or managing aging parents, learn to put on theNEW you in this monthly sharing of experiences with Richard Murdocco,PhD, Stony Brook University Medical Center. This program will not beoffered in July & August.

Upcoming in July & August:

Feng Shui for the BedroomNighttime Visitations

(with the Paranormal Investigators)

Cooking Under the StarsLong Island NightlifeA Little Night Magic

Owl ProwlCRAFTS:

Celestial JewelryLavender Sleep Mask

BUS TRIP: NYC @NIGHT

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AdultsBOOKDISCUSSIONSCopies of these books are available

at the Circulation Desk.

Parrot andOlivier inAmericaby Peter CareyWednesday, June 277:00pm Loosely inspired by the

life of Alexis de Tocqueville, this tale setin the early 19th century follows anunlikely friendship between a survivor ofthe French Revolution and the son of anitinerant English engraver.

Billy Buddby Herman MelvilleThursday, June 2812:00pmIn this classic novella, an orphaned illegitimatechild is impressed intoservice aboard a navyship in 1797 and falselyaccused of mutiny.

America’s Building Projects Colossus: Hoover Dam and the Makingof the AmericanCentury

by Michael HiltzikMonday, June 253:00pm Drawing on extensiveresearch, a PulitzerPrize winner details the construction and lasting impact of the Hoover Dam,highlighting such

historical figures as Teddy and FranklinD. Roosevelt and the dam’s colorfularchitect, Frank Crowe. This sessionconcludes the 10-month series.

Murder Among Friends:Mystery Book Discussion

The Big Sleepby Raymond Chandler Thursday, July 127:00pm When a dyingmillionaire hires Philip Marlowe tohandle the blackmailer

of one of his two troublesome daughters,Marlowe finds himself caught up incomplications including kidnapping,pornography, seduction, and murder.Books will be available beginning June 14.

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For R-rated movies, those under 17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Margin Call June 7 • 1:30 and 6:30pmDuring the early days of the 2008 financialcrisis, the employees at a Wall Streetinvestment firm face tough decisions abouttheir company and their investors. Directedby J. C. Chandor. Starring Kevin Spacey,Jeremy Irons, Demi Moore. (2011, R-1:47)

HugoJune 14 • 1:30 and 6:30pmLiving in the walls of a busy Paris trainstation in 1931, clock keeper and orphanHugo Cabret discovers a secret left by hisfather, sending him on a quest that willtransform those around him and lead to a safe and loving place he can call home.Directed by Martin Scorsese. Starring Ben Kingsley, Sacha Baron Cohen, Emily Mortimer. (2011, PG-2:06)

Girl with the Dragon TattooJune 21 • 1:30 and 6:30pmAided by a pierced, tattooed, punk computerhacker, a disgraced journalist investigatesthe disappearance of a wealthy patriarch’sniece from 40 years earlier, uncoveringimmense corruption in the process. Directedby David Fincher. Starring Daniel Craig,Rooney Mara, Christopher Plummer.(2011, R-2:38)

MuppetsJune 28 • 1:30 and 6:30pmKermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, and the otherMuppets join with new friends to save their theater from Tex Richman, who is scheming to acquire the property, tear down the theater, and drill for oil. Directed by James Bobin. Starring Jason Segel, Amy Adams, Chris Cooper. (2011, G-2:08)

Reel RebelsCertified CopyTuesday, June 5 • 6:00pmCertified Copy is a mind-bending reflectionon authenticity in art and relationships,which follows a couple taking a tour througha Tuscan village. Intriguing, informative,sometimes controversial, but always thoughtprovoking, this monthly series combines the best in film and discussion. Directed byAbbas Kiarostami. Starring Juliette Binocheand William Shimell. (2010, NR-1:46) (3 hours)

Foreign Film The Sicilian GirlSaturday, June 9 • 2:00pmAfter her father and brother are murdered by the Mafia, 17-year-old Rita Atria finds her days are numbered when she providesevidence of mob activity in her town to aninvestigative judge. Based on a true story.Directed by Marco Amenta. StarringVeronica D’Agostino, Gerard Jugnot,Marcello Mazzarella. Italian with Englishsubtitles. (2008, NR-1:50)

Back to Back StreepWednesday, June 13

Sophie’s Choice–1:00pmMeryl Streep received an Academy Award for her portrayal of Sophie, a Polish-Catholicimmigrant and Nazi concentration campsurvivor, in this penetrating drama set in1947 Brooklyn. Writer friend Stingo narratesthe story of Sophie’s love affair with Nathan(Kevin Kline) and her post-war struggles,revealing devastating and painful truths.Directed by Alan J. Pakula. Starring Meryl Streep, Kevin Kline, Peter MacNicol.(1982, R-2:30)

The Bridges ofMadison County–3:30pm While traveling through the heat and dust ofan Iowa summer, a photographer stops toask for directions, leading to a passionateand life-changing encounter with a farm wife. Directed by Clint Eastwood. StarringClint Eastwood and Meryl Streep. (1995,PG13-2:15)

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Friday, June 1 • 6:30pm—8:00pmCelebrate the official opening of desTEENation! This expanded teen center features an activity room with stage, video gaming, and gaming computers, as well as areas for collaborative study and media production. The fiction, nonfiction, and manga collections have also been expanded.

Own the Night! Teen Summer Reading Club

Saturday, June 16—Friday, August 17Read books and win great prizes.Register and record your book reviewsonline. Pick up a booklist in TeenServices filled with great summer reads,or ask one of our friendly librarians for a recommendation.

Pre-Licensing CourseSaturday, June 16 • 9:30am-2:00pm

Fee: $40Are you getting ready for your roadtest? Take this five-hour courserequired by the Department of MotorVehicles. Walk-ins accepted withcash payment only. Please rememberto bring your learner’s permit.Registration begins May 18.

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Teen Summer ProgramsTeen programs are open to those entering 6ththrough 12th grades in September. Summer programbrochures are now available in Teen Services!

Registration for June and July programs willbegin at 9:30am on Saturday, June 2.Registration for August programs will begin at 9:30am on Saturday, June 9.

Teens may register for three programs at one time.Some programs have limited registration. All registrations will take place online or by telephone.

Alternate Ticket Policy: There will be no waitlistsfor summer programs. If space becomes availabledue to cancellations or no-shows, alternate ticketswill be available in Teen Services 15 minutes prior to the start of the program. The number of availablealternate tickets will be determined at the start ofthe program. There are no guarantees.

Registration for all Teen programs and access toTeen computers and iPads require a Teen librarycard. If you are entering 6th grade in September,you can upgrade to a Teen card by coming to theCirculation Desk with a parent or guardian. You willalso need to bring your 5th grade report card.

Battle of the BooksDo you like to read? Are you entering grades 6-9 in September 2012?You could become a member of Sachem Public Library’s team for theannual Suffolk County Battle of the Books. Read the selected eight titlesthat will be announced on June 1, come to our weekly meetings, andcompete to represent Sachem Public Library in the county competition.Sign-up begins June 1. If you’re interested, please attend one of theinformational meetings on either Monday, June 18 at 3:00pm orWednesday, June 20 at 6:00pm. The county competition isscheduled for Saturday, August 11.

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REGENTS REVIEW CLASSESQualified instructors will offer two-hour review classes for the

following Regents exams. All the classes run from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Registration begins Friday, May 18.

Integrated Algebra SAT175 Monday, June 4Earth Science SAT172 Wednesday, June 6Living Environment/Biology SAT171 Thursday, June 7Algebra2/Trigonometry SAT245 Friday, June 8Global History SAT173 Monday, June 11Chemistry SAT179 Tuesday, June 12

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Sachem Teen Volunteers Teens…looking for community service hours this summer? We have several opportunities

in July and August. Call Teen Services or check your July newsletter for details.

Father’s Day Cupcakes for TeensFriday, June 15 • 7:00pm

Program code: SAT140Make delicious cupcakes to giveand enjoy for Father’s Day! (1 hour)Registration begins May 18.

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Shots for Tots Tuesday, June 263:00pm to 6:30pm, Room C

No registration required. For more information, call: Child Health Immunization Program Hotline: 631-853-8496

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Game NightFriday, June 15 • 7:00pm

Grades 3 to 5No registration required.

(90 minutes)

Father’s Day SurpriseSaturday, June 2 • 12:00pm or 1:30pm

Grades K to 3 without caregiverProgram code: SAJ519

Get ready for Father’s Day by making asurprise gift for your dad, grandfather, or thatsomeone special. Give him a present that will make his day—something you’ve createdyourself. We’ll even help you wrap your top-secret project. Siblings may attend ifregistered. Registration begins Monday, May 21 at 9:30am by telephone or online. (60 minutes)

Grandparents DaySaturday, June 9 • 11:00am or 1:00pm

Ages 3 to 5 with GrandparentProgram code: SAJ520

Grandparents are invited to share a specialhour with their favorite little people. Decoratecookies and a box to take them home in, andthen savor a tea and cookie treat. Grandparentor child must be a Sachem Library cardholder.Grandparent may bring only one or twograndchildren. Registration begins Monday,May 21 at 9:30am by telephone or online.(75 minutes)

Summer Reading ClubThis summer’s reading club starts Saturday, June 16. Stop by the Children’sReference Desk to pick up our Summer Program Brochure or view it online at the Children’s Services webpage. The brochure will not be mailed.

SUMMER PROGRAM REGISTRATION Registration begins at 9:30am by phone or online only on the following dates: Monday, June 4: Birth to under 36 monthsTuesday, June 5: 3 to 5 year olds and entering Kindergarten (with caregiver) Thursday, June 7: Entering Grades 1 to 3Friday, June 8: Entering Grades 1 to 5 and Family ShowsRegistration for the following programs begins at 6:00pm by phone or online only: Tuesday, June 5: Strong Roots Family Outdoor ProgramsFriday, June 8: Entering Grades 4 and 5Restrictions for all age groups will be lifted Friday, June 15 at 9:30am by telephone or online.

Parenting Program: Toilet LearningThursday, June 14 • 7:00pm • Program code: SAJ409

It’s summer, the time when thoughts of parents of young children often turn to toilet training.Learn to recognize the signs of readiness, and how to make it a positive experience for bothparent and child. Leah Dombroff, popular parent educator, will offer practical suggestions andhelpful hints to guide parents through this sometimes trying period. Adults only. Registrationbegins Thursday, May 24 at 9:30am by telephone or online. (90 minutes)

DROP IN FOR FUN!

No registration is required, though audiencesize is limited. Tickets will be available one-half hour before the start of the program on a first-come, first-served basis. Materials forthese programs are appropriate for children 3-5 years old; however all are welcome to attend.

Saturday StorycraftsSaturdays, June 2 & 23 • 10:30am

(30 to 45 minutes)

Pajama StorytimeWednesday, June 13 • 7:00pmThursday, June 21 • 7:00pm

Saturday Family MatineesTangled

Saturday, June 16 • 10:30amThe magically long-haired Rapunzel has spenther entire life in a tower. Now that a runawaythief has stumbled upon her, she is about todiscover the world for the first time. (2010,PG-1:40)

The Wizard of Oz Saturday, June 30 • 10:30am

Dorothy Gale is swept away to a magical landby a tornado and embarks on a quest to findthe Wizard who can help her return home.(1939, G-1:41)

Sunset StoriesTuesday, June 19 • 7:00pm

Join us for a delightful family time with storiesand rhymes in Inside/Out, the Library’soutdoor extension, surrounded by the colors ofthe sunset. Children may wear their pajamasand bring their favorite stuffed animal. Indoorsin the event of rain. (30 minutes)

Share Your Summer Vacation:Send a Postcard to the Library!

Sachem Public Library is celebrating travel this summer. We want to know what sights you’re seeing, even if you “staycation” right here on Long Island. Send us a postcard and we’ll post it in our Young Artists Gallery on the lower level. Send your postcards to: Sachem Public Library, Children’s Services150 Holbrook Road, Holbrook, NY 11741

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Car Trip PacketsA long car trip can feel evenlonger if your children aren’thappy and occupied. Beforeyou hit the road, stop byChildren’s Services to pick up a Car Trip Packet filled withgames, coloring pages, andactivities to keep the kiddiesbusy and the familyconnected. Happy Trails!

Staycation IdeasLooking for ideas to keep the kids busythis summer? Need to get away for aday or two? We have some fun ideasfor the family that don’t require a planeticket—just a short trip by car. VisitChildren’s Services to pick up StaycationIdea flyers. Choose from lists of greatactivities in Montauk, Riverhead, the Hamptons, the North Fork, andCentral and Western Suffolk County.

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TECH 30Technical Help in 30 Minutes Mondays • 10:00am-12:00pmThursdays • 6:30pm-8:30pmFridays • 2:30pm-4:30pm

If you are stumped by something on yourcomputer or digital device, call our TechnologyCenter to schedule a personalized 30-minutesession with one of our tech experts, or just

drop in during regularly scheduled hours.

INTRODUCTORYDomesticate Your MouseWednesday, June 13 • 6:00pm Program code: SAEDYMNo experience with computers? Take this class first. No prerequisites

Beginning Word 2010Tuesdays, June 5 & 12 • 12:00pmProgram code: SAEBMWWord 2010 basics for beginners. (4 hours: 2 two-hour classes) Prerequisite: Domesticate Your Mouse

Keyboard ConfidenceWednesday, June 20 • 6:00pmProgram code: SAEKCIn this introduction to the computer keyboard,you will learn the use of function keys, specialkeys, repeating keys, caps lock, and num lock. Prerequisite: Domesticate Your Mouse

Internet for BeginnersWednesday, June 27 • 6:00pmProgram code: SAEIFBBeginners will be taught the very basics of theInternet. Learn Internet history, terminology,and introductory techniques. Prerequisite: Domesticate Your Mouse

INTERMEDIATEBeginning Publisher 2010Wednesday, June 6 • 6:00pmProgram code: SAEBMPCreate simple publications using the 2010 version of Publisher. Prerequisite: Beginning Word 2010

Word 2010: Format a DocumentTuesday, June 19 • 12:00pmProgram code: SAEWFD10Master the mysteries of the Home and PageLayout ribbons. Learn how to change defaultsto customize the look of your Worddocuments. Prerequisite: Beginning Word 2010

Word 2010: Clip Art, Part IITuesday, June 26 • 12:00pmProgram code: SAEMWCA2Expand your clip art skills with borders, fill,contrast, brightness, cropping, word text art,text boxes, and kerning. Prerequisite: Word2010: Introduction to Clip Art

Word 2010: TemplatesThursday, June 28 • 11:00amProgram code: SAEMWTGet a jump start on your documents by usingtemplates. Speed up business documentcreation with shortcuts. Prerequisite: Word2010: Format a Document

Beginning Excel 2010: Introduction to SpreadsheetsThursdays, June 7 and 14 • 11:00amProgram code: SAEBME10An introduction to the basics of Excel 2010 (4 hours: 2 two-hour classes) Prerequisite: Beginning Word 2010

Small Business Excel: Charting DataThursday, June 21 • 7:00pmProgram code: SAESBECDExcel's charting abilities can effectively displaythe relationships between sets of figures. Thisworkshop will teach the basics of creatingcharts from your working data. Prerequisite:Small Business Excel or Excel for Beginners

Small Business Excel: Printing SpreadsheetsThursday, June 28 • 7:00pmProgram code: SAESBEPSLearn to control the print area and set printoptions so your spreadsheet, whether large or small, will print correctly. (90 minutes)Prerequisite: Small Business Excel

Small Business PowerPoint 2010 Level IThursday, June 7 • 7:00pmProgram code: SAESBP1A PowerPoint presentation can be a powerfultool for sharing information with a group ofpeople. This workshop will introducePowerPoint to a business user and teach the basics of its use. (90 minutes)Prerequisite: Small Business Excel

Small Business PowerPoint 2010 Level IIThursday, June 14 • 7:00pmProgram code: SAESBP2This session will expand on Level I, providingmore in-depth knowledge of the use ofPowerPoint. (90 minutes) Prerequisite: Small Business PowerPoint 2010Level I

SPECIALDigital 101: Introduction to Digital PhotographyWednesday, June 6 • 12:30pmProgram code: SAED1If you are new to digital photography, thislecture/demonstration will get you started witha brief overview of the point and shootcamera. Find out about modes, white balanceand ISO, as well as image quality and size andhow they relate to print output. You will alsolearn about a variety of software programs forworking with your digital images. Participantsmay bring their own cameras. This session willbe held in Community Room A on the lowerlevel. No prerequisites.

COMPUTER SERVICESRegister online, in person, or by phone at 588-5024, ext. 232, beginning Friday, May 25 at 9:30am. Classes are for district residents only.Seating is limited. All sessions are two hours, unless otherwise noted. Prerequisites are required for most programs; if you feel that you have metthem, call the Technology Center for permission to waive the prerequisites. If you wish, you may try one of our online tests to bypass either the Domesticate Your Mouse or Beginning Word sessions at: http://www.sachemlibrary.org/pages/tech_tips.aspx

June Monthly Programs and Services The LibraryCaféHoliday Closings

Sunday, June 17: Father’s Day

Library TourFriday, June 1 • 11:00amCall for appointment

Free Blood Pressure TestingThursday, June 712:00pm–1:30pm

Writers WorkshopTuesday, June 12 • 6:45pm–8:45pm

Friends of Sachem Library MeetingThursday, June 1410:30am–12:30pm

Library Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, June 18 • 7:00pm

Senior AdvocateThursday, June 21 (every other month)2:30pm–4:30pm

Notary Public Services Mondays: 10:00am–12:00pmWednesdays and Fridays: 2:00pm–4:00pm

Health Care CounselingTuesday, June 26Call for appointment

Arthritis ExerciseCall for information

Book a LibrarianCall Reference for appointment

Career CounselingCall to schedule an appointment

Defensive DrivingCall for availability

Tai Chi ClassesCall for information

LIRR to New York CitySaturday, June 30$10 round trip (non-refundable)Leave as a group at 9:40am out of Ronkonkoma Station. Register by Wednesday, June 27 at the Welcome Desk.

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Relax in ourcool andcomfylounge where youcan enjoy a snack, a beverage, or a visitwith friends!