Tel. 631-264-0567
Adult Programs
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Register for all programs without a fee by emailing us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org, include the name of the program in the subject line and your full name in the body of the email. Please also send a separate email for each program you’d like to attend. You can also register by calling the library at 631-264-0567.
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Register for all programs with a fee by coming to the Circulation Desk with cash, check or money order. Registration is required.
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Registration for all in-person adult programs will begin on Tuesday, April 25th for all Amityville Public Library cardholders and Tuesday, May 2nd for all non-Amityville Public Library cardholders.
Book Discussion Programs
Coffee, Books and Snacks @ Anchor Coffee
Tuesday, June 13
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Join us at Anchor Coffee (215 Broadway Amityville, NY 11701) to drink delicious coffee, eat tasty, fresh baked snacks, and discuss your favorite recent reads with other members of the Amityville community! Indulge your love of reading while connecting with others and supporting a local small business.
Citizenship Programs
One-on-One Citizenship One Hour Appointment (In-Person)
May & June
The Amityville Public Library will be offering free one-on-one informational appointments to discuss the general citizenship process and how to prepare for the citizenship test. Please note that no legal advice is given or offered at appointments.
Registration: To set up an appointment for this program, please call Reference at 631-264-0567.
Creative Writing Programs
In-Person/Hybrid
Programs
Have you ever wanted to write? Do you have stories inside of you that need to be told? Come join our friendly and supportive creative writing group and get those stories written. You'll be glad you did.
This group will be meeting in-person and on Zoom simultaneously.
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org, include the name of the program in the subject line and your full name in the body of the email. Please indicate which option you'd prefer in your email, virtual or in-person, since there is a 20 participant limit to our in-person programs.
Defensive Driving Programs
In-Person
Programs
IN-PERSON
AARP Defensive Driving
Saturdays of May 20 &
June 17
9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Limit: 25 participants
Fee: $30.00 ($25.00 for all AARP members with an AARP membership card) check, or money order, made payable to AARP is required at the time of registration.
** Note: Amityville residents will be able to register for these classes from Tuesday, April 25th until Tuesday, May 2nd. After that, these classes will be open to everyone.
Food & Craft Programs
In-Person/Hybrid
Programs
Virtual/Take & Make Programs
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Essential Oils
Monday, May 22
7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Limit: 20 participants
IN-PERSON
Learn about essential oils and make one for you to take home.
Fee: $5.00 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.
To register: Bring your $5.00 check, cash, or money order to the Circulation Desk to sign up.
Paint Night with Canvas Creations
Monday, June 5
6:45 to 8:15 p.m.
Join local artist Kathy Reccardi and paint this peaceful butterfly resting in a tranquil garden.
Fee: $5.00 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.
To register: Bring your $5.00 check, cash, or money order to the Circulation Desk to sign up.
Summer Candle with Curiously Creative Candles
Thursday, June 22
7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Create your own candle using a variety of colors and scents. The simple fun process of layering dry wax granules can create different patterns like an ombre, quilted or tie-dye or cascade. No two candles come out the same and it's a lot of fun!
Fee: $5.00 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.
To register: Bring your $5.00 check, cash, or money order to the Circulation Desk to sign up.
Pink Lemonade
Sugar Scrub
Thursday, June 29
Limit: 20 kits
TAKE AND MAKE
Create a heavenly Pink Lemonade Body Scrub using sugar, oil + lemonade essential oils.
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with “Pink Lemonade Sugar Scrub” as the subject line. When registering, please include your full name in the body of the email.
Health & Wellness Programs (Ongoing Monthly)
All in-person and virtual exercise classes now have a $20 fee.
The May/June registration for exercise classes starts Tuesday, April 25th at 9 a.m. for Amityville Public Library cardholders and Tuesday, May 2nd for everyone else.
In-Person/Hybrid
Programs
Qigong
Tuesdays of May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20, 27
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
HYBRID
Qigong (pronounced chi kung) is an ancient Chinese form of exercise that is similar to tai chi. You will be introduced to the 18 Lohan Hands — a fluid, dance-like moving meditation handed down from the Shaolin Temple. Qigong helps reduce stress and anxiety, increases strength and flexibility and lifts your spirit! Please have a mat and water with you.
To register: go to the Circulation Desk with $20 cash, check or money order. Please indicate if you'd prefer in-person or virtual when you register.
Zumba
Wednesdays of May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, June 7,
14, 21
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
HYBRID
This will be a Zoom meeting workout! Get ready to take the “work” out of workout! Cindy will mix low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party! Come ready to sweat and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong.
To register: go to the Circulation Desk with $20 cash, check or money order. Please indicate if you'd prefer in-person or virtual when you register.
Chair Yoga with Sandra
Wednesdays of May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, June 7, 14, 21, 28
1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
HYBRID
Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair or standing using a chair for support. Join Sandra for this modified way to practice yoga.
To register: go to the Circulation Desk with $20 cash, check or money order. Please indicate if you'd prefer in-person or virtual when you register.
Morning Intermediate
Hatha Yoga
Thursdays of May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
HYBRID
Come join yoga teacher Jolanta as she leads you through a relaxing intermediate yoga class. *Note: This program will be offered in-person and through Zoom.
To register: go to the Circulation Desk with $20 cash, check or money order. Please indicate if you'd prefer in-person or virtual when you register.
Beginners Yoga with Sandra
Thursdays of May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
HYBRID
Students will gain a greater understanding of the poses, find strength and confidence and cultivate the ability to quiet the mind. *Note: This program will be offered in-person and through Zoom.
To register: go to the Circulation Desk with $20 cash, check or money order. Please indicate if you'd prefer in-person or virtual when you register.
Virtual/Take & Make Programs
Reiki with Nadia
Tuesdays of May 9, 23, June 6 & 20
7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
VIRTUAL
Please join Reiki Master Teacher & Meditation/Mindfulness Instructor, Nadia Mitchell for a Virtual Reiki-infused Meditation Class. Enjoy Guided Imagery, relaxation and energy check-ins. Participants will feel a deep sense of relaxation, relief, reduced anxiety and enhanced mental clarity. Please wear comfortable clothing and have a Yoga mat and/or blanket handy with water to drink. All classes are on Tuesdays at 7pm!
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org, include the name of the program in the subject line and your full name in the body of the email.
Health & Wellness Programs (Non-Recurring)
In-Person/Hybrid
Programs
FCA's Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Program
May 12, 26, June 9 & 23
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
IN-PERSON
FCA’s Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Program offers free assistance and support to caregivers who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. We are funded by the Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands Program from Parker Jewish Institute for Healthcare and Rehabilitation. We support our families by offering care consultations by our licensed professionals in our support groups.
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with “Alzheimer Caregiver Support” as the subject line. When registering, please include your full name in the body of the email.
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IN-PERSON
Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council's Medicaid Enrollment
Mondays of May 15 & June 12
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council’s Medicaid Enrollment assistants will be in the library to provide Medicaid enrollment assistance to adults and children who are disabled or blind, and anyone over the age of 65. They can also answer any questions people may have regarding utilizing insurance, understanding their benefits, finding specialists, etc’.
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with “NSHC Medicaid Enrollment” as the subject line. When registering, please include your full name in the body of the email.
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IN-PERSON
Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands (Table Event)
Thursdays of May 18
& June 15
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Please visit the Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands outreach table! They are here every month for 2 hours and are providing an array of free services for Caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s or any other Dementia. WHHH provides free pamphlets, educational flyers, seminars too!
No registration necessary, just stop by!
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Hispanic Counseling Center, INC (Table event)
Mondays of May 22 & June 26
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
IN-PERSON
Hispanic Counseling Center, Inc provides community engagement, mental health wellness promotion, individual screenings for mental health conditions, brief counseling, and referrals to licensed mental health professionals, as needed. These services are free for the community and offered in both English and Spanish.
No registration necessary, just stop by!
Virtual
Programs
Language Learning
In-Person/Hybrid
Programs
American
Sign Language
Thursdays of May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
HYBRID
American Sign Language is the third most used language in the United States. In this beginner class you will learn finger spelling, numbers, vocabulary and basic conversational phrases. Instructor Rosemary Algios holds a degree in American Sign Language and has many years of experience. *Note: This program will be offered in-person and through Zoom.
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org, include the name of the program in the subject line and your full name in the body of the email. Please indicate which option you'd prefer in your email, virtual or in-person, since there is a 20 participant limit to our in-person programs.
IN-PERSON
Learn Spanish
Tuesdays of May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 13, 20 & 27
7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Learn basic Spanish in a relaxed, comfortable environment.
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org, include the name of the program in the subject line and your full name in the body of the email.
IN-PERSON
ESL
Tuesdays of May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 &
June 6, 13, 20 & 27
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
This class mixes conversation as well as grammar facilitated by an instructor. Beginners and all levels of English are encouraged to join!
Esta clase combina conversación y gramática facilitada por un instructor. ¡Se anima a los principiantes y todos los niveles de inglés a unirse!
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org, include the name of the program in the subject line and your full name in the body of the email.
Conversational English
Wednesdays of May 3, 10, 17, 24, June 7, 14, 21 & 28
5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
IN-PERSON
Join this class at the library to practice your English conversation skills facilitated by instructors. All are welcome!
Únase a esta clase en la biblioteca para practicar sus habilidades de conversación en inglés facilitadas por instructores. ¡Todos son bienvenidos!
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org, include the name of the program in the subject line and your full name in the body of the email.
Music, Theater, & Dance Programs
In-Person/Hybrid
Programs
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Country Line Dancing
Thursdays of June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
IN-PERSON
Learn the most popular dance in a simple way! No partner needed.
Fee: $10.00 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.
To register: Bring your check, cash, or money order to the Circulation Desk to sign up.
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Film Lecture: Creating Laughter While In Uniform
Friday, May 26
@ 1: 00 pm
IN-PERSON
Join John Carpenter, a local film historian, as he celebrates Memorial Day with military shorts featuring Laurel and Hardy as well as The Three Stooges! It has always been a movie comedy fact that illustration of a very serious topic when shown comedically was the best way to lighten it so the public would accept and humanize it.
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with “Creating Laughter While In Uniform Film Lecture” as the subject line. When registering, please include your full name in the body of the email.
Rockin'Robin
Saturday, June 10
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
IN-PERSON
Come check out Rockin’ Robin as they perform standards and music from the 40's to the 80's, Motown, Disco and 90's hits! You won’t want to miss this rockin’ good concert!
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with “Rockin' Robin” as the subject line. When registering, please include your full name in the body of the email.
Virtual Guitar with
Chris Fury
Mondays of May 1, 8, 15, 22, June 5, 12, 19 & 26
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
VIRTUAL
Have you always wanted to play guitar? Do you have a guitar that is just sitting there collecting dust? Well let’s begin your musical journey. In this series of classes you will obtain a rock solid foundation to go from absolute beginner to actually playing the guitar. Join Chris Fury, a professional guitarist, who will coach you through the basics live during this virtual class. There will also be time for questions and answers as well throughout. So grab your guitars and let’s rock!
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with “Virtual Guitar” as the subject line. When registering, please include your full name in the body of the email.
Virtual Ukulele with Chris Fury
Mondays of May 1, 8, 15, 22, June 5, 12, 19 & 26
8 p.m. to 9 p.m.
VIRTUAL
Join our brand new Beginner Ukulele class with Chris Fury. Learn from the ground up how to play scales, melodies, chords and your favorite songs in this fun beginner friendly ukulele class. Lets tune up and get strumming!
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with “Virtual Ukulele” as the subject line. When registering, please include your full name in the body of the email.
Bollywood and Bhangra
Thursdays of May 4, 11, 18, 25, June 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
6:00 to 7:00 pm
VIRTUAL
Bollywood and Bhangra cardio dance classes that are high energy, include full body movement and are a ton of fun!
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with “Bollywood” as the subject line. When registering, please include your full name in the body of the email.
Virtual/Take & Make Programs
Other/General Programs
In-Person/Hybrid
Programs
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One-on-One Resume Help
Tuesday, May 9 & Monday, June 12
6:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. (Choose one – 1 hour appointment)
Phone or In-Person
Stephanie Loviglio, a career counselor with over 15 years’ experience, provides one-on-one sessions for students and professionals for resume writing help, career advice, offer letter recommendations, interviewing tricks, and job searching tips. Registration is necessary so make an appointment with Stephanie as soon as possible! Please let us know if you’d prefer a telephone or an in-person appointment when you register! *Note: If you already have a resume, attach that to the registration email you send to us!
To register: Email us at adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org, include the name of the program in the subject line and your full name in the body of the email.
Friday Movie Matinee
Fridays of May 19 & June 16
Starts at 12:00 p.m.
IN-PERSON
Come enjoy a movie and some snacks! The movie to be shown will be announced as we get closer to the date since we want to show a newly released film if possible! Keep a lookout for flyers and on our website as well as social media. No registration necessary.
No registration necessary. Just drop in!
GRASP
Thursday, May 25
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
IN-PERSON
Western Suffolk BOCES offers Home Study Programs for High School Equivalency preparation and English Language skills. You must be 21 or older to enter the program. A minimum score is required for the English Skills program. Benefits of the program include: work at your own pace, pick up work at convenient locations including libraries, you can use passed Regents exams and passed TASC exam subtests towards GED subtests. It’s safe, it’s convenient and it is NO COST to qualifying students.
To register: email adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with "GRASP" as the subject and your full name in the body of the email.
Managing Debt
Monday, May 22
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
IN-PERSON
Come join Lael Daniel, a Chase representative, as he helps participants understand what debt is and how to manage it. This program also: defines debt and credit and explains how they differ, defines phrases and terms commonly used to discuss debt, provides strategies for reducing debt and more!
To register: email adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with "Managing Debt" as the subject and your full name in the body of the email.
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Scams, Identity Theft, and Financial Exploitation
Monday, June 12
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
IN-PERSON
Join Lael Daniel, a Chase representative, as he helps you learn important points to consider in planning for a more secure financial future, including how to guard against identity theft and other forms of financial exploitation, as well as how to prepare financially for unexpected life events and disasters.
To register: email adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with "Scams, Identity Theft, and Financial Exploitation" as the subject and your full name in the body of the email.
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Eating for Energy with Lisa Zimmerman
Thursday, June 15
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
IN-PERSON
Each day you make hundreds of small decisions that can either promote energy or sap it. Most of these are made without you realizing the impact on how you feel. Eating the wrong type of foods at the wrong time of day can wreak havoc on your long-term energy. Wellness Coach Lisa Zimmerman will help us learn to eat our way to a more energetic lifestyle.
To register: email adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with "Eating for Energy" as the subject and your full name in the body of the email.
The Importance of Juneteenth with Martin Levinson, Phd
Thursday, June 15
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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IN-PERSON
Juneteenth, which occurs on June 19th, is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Join historian Martin H. Levinson in discussing this important celebration, a holiday that has been called “America’s second Independence Day."
To register: email adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with "The Importance of Juneteenth" as the subject and your full name in the body of the email.
IN-PERSON
How to Maximize Your Social Security Benefits in Retirement
Monday, June 19
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wes H. Triani, LUTCF, FSS, will facilitate this interactive workshop and will educate you on the various choices you’re given when considering to take Social Security benefits. Spousal and divorce aspects of Social Security will also be discussed.
To register: email adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with "Maximize Your Social Security Benefits in Retirement" as the subject and your full name in the body of the email.
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Protecting Your Identity and Other Assets
Monday, June 26
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
IN-PERSON
Join Lael Daniel, a Chase representative, as he covers how to protect your identity and other assets. This program also: discusses what to do in the event of identity theft or fraud, explains how insurance can help protect you from financial loss, and the importance of keeping good records.
To register: email adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with "Protecting Your Identity and Other Assets" as the subject and your full name in the body of the email.
Virtual programs
How Much Salt is Enough? With Cornell Cooperative
Tuesday, June 6
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
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IN-PERSON
Do you have high blood pressure? or do you know someone who has high blood pressure? Join us as we learn about the benefits and side effects of salt.
To register: email adult@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with "How Much Salt Is Enough?" as the subject and your full name in the body of the email.
Technology/Computer Programs
In-Person Programs
Virtual/Take & Make Programs
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Tech Time
Saturdays of May 20 & June 17
IN-PERSON
Meet with our tech and have all technology related questions answered. Bring in your cell phone, laptop, iPhone, Android or any tech-related questions for help navigating this ever-changing world of technology Call or visit the Reference desk to schedule an appointment!
To register: Call or visit the Reference Desk to schedule an appointment.
