Adult Programs - North Shore Public Library (2023)

Click here for a list of all of our programs.

Lobby pickup is available upon request. Click here for more info!

• You can request a new or replacement library card here. After filling out the form at this link, come to the library, show your ID and collect your new card!
  

We have planned some virtual programs that will be presented using the ZOOM platform. Please use this link to download Zoom:https://zoom.us/signup.

Late Arrival Policy: A grace period of 10 minutes is granted for participation in a program. Admission after this arrival time is at the discretion of library staff.

Exhibition in the library

• Art Exhibition: Generative: Paintings of Father and Daughter
  • In the showcase:
    • Pysanky Eggs: A Ukrainian Folk Art Tradition
    • Joanne Marcus: People's Artist

language learning courses

For a list of upcoming language courses please click on the image or link below.

• language learning courses

Concerts & special events

For a list of past, current and future concerts and their links to view them, please click on the image or this link below!

In the film and NSPL

No registration! All welcome!

• Click here to see our currently scheduled films!

Below is a list of the programs through March along with their enrollment dates.

Virtual programs in March

Reiki meditation, adults**virtual**

Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22 and 29, 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m

Experience a guided energy meditation practice aimed at restoring balance and inner peace. (1.3.-29.3.)

• Click here to register - Registration begins on 02/20

Creative writing, adults**virtual**

Saturday, March 11, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m

This monthly writing workshop is the place to create new work in a safe, supportive ZOOM environment. Writing is inspired by story sparks, group discussions, and constructive feedback.

• Click here to register - Registration begins on 1.3

Virtual Gentle Stretch, Adults**virtual**

Mondays, March 13 & 20, 10:30 – 11:30 am

Gentle stretch for adults and seniors. (6.3.-20.3.)

• Click here to register - Registration starts on 2.21

Photo Safari Quest Series: Simple Pleasures, Adults**virtual**

Monday, March 13, 7:00 p.m

Tradition, comfort, comfort, like a cup of coffee on a cold morning with a view out the window or the sight of a friend at your door are examples of simple pleasures. Use the camera to share your simple pleasure with us.

• Click here to register - Registration begins on 1.3
• Please keep this in mind when emailing your images:
  • Send high-resolution images at 300 dpi.
  • Please name each, example: Surname_Firstname_Title.jpg
  • E-Mail an: artfornow@northshorepubliclibrary.org (z. B.: Johnson_Bonnie_Waterfall.jpg)

Special virtual program:Suffolk EEPA: Knowing Parents and Families, Adults (Parents)**virtual**

Monday, March 13, 7:00 p.m

Suffolk EEPA explains the signs to look out for and how to access services and support if you think your child: needs extra help at school; shows signs of emotional struggle; may experience alcohol or drugs. Contact information is provided for agencies that can provide parent education, support (free or low cost to you), and help with the next steps to give your child the support they need to thrive. This paper is presented by the Suffolk County Prevention Workgroup.

• Click here to register - Registration begins on 1.3
• Please enter your e-mail address when registering to receive the program link

Breathe Together Series, Adults**virtual**

Tuesday, March 14, 21 & 28, 10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m

Sit still with us and practice the kind of deep breathing that promotes calm well-being. Enter your email address when registering. (7.3.-28.3.)

• Click here to register - Registration begins on 02/20

Virtual yoga for winter mobility, adults**virtual**

Tuesday, March 14, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m

$10.00 non-refundable fee (cash/check) paid in person.Many lower back problems can be alleviated by understanding how certain yoga postures can move and loosen the hips. This exercise is a wonderful addition to the cold winter months and creates ease of mobility in the spine and hips. Yoga mat, blankets or meditation cushions. (14.02.-14.03.)

• Registration/Pay fee when registering in person – Registration begins on 2/1

Special Virtual Program: Author Talk: “The Desperate Hours” with David Alpern, adults**virtual**

Wednesday, March 15, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m

Award-winning journalist and author Marie Brenner will discuss "The Desperate Hours," her inspirational insider's tally of resourcefulness and resilience as New York Presbyterians -- one of America's most elite medical systems with 11 New York-area hospitals and 47,000 employees -- sought to close as many save lives as best you can in the catastrophic outbreak of killer COVID-19. Her book describes the initial frustration, then success, experienced by leaders from room cleaners and nurses to supersurgeons and top executives, including one a Sag Harborite. And some bigger lessons for the ongoing pandemic and others to come. A program of the East End Library.

• Click here to register - Registration begins on 1.3
• Please enter your e-mail address when registering to receive the program link

"IslandGirls”: women from Long Island, New York, adults**virtual**

Thursday, March 16, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m

It's Women's History Month. Celebrate the “Island Girls” with us. The presentation highlights a selection of extraordinary Long Island women who have made history over the past three centuries. Included are reformers, journalists, designers, artists, journalists and more. Presented by the East End Libraries.

• Click here to register - Registration begins on 1.3

Minimally invasive robotic surgery for weight loss, adults**virtual**

Monday, March 20, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m

Find out the latest about and your health! ArifAhmad, MD, Medical Director of the Bariatric and Robotic Center of Excellence Mather Hospital Northwell Health, will discuss bariatric and robotic surgery and the resolution of co-morbidities such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, obstructive sleep apnea, GERD, coronary artery disease and the overall improvement of the Health Talk to Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Presented by the East End Libraries.

• Click here to register - Registration begins on 1.3

Photo Safari Quest Series: Black & White Adults**virtual**

Monday, March 27, 7:00 p.m

Unlike the undeniable immediacy of colour, whether garish or muted, a black and white photograph can have a timeless quality, mysterious or sublime. Let's examine a subject by taking both color and black and white images with your digital camera or smartphone, or converting images to black and white afterwards.

• Click here to register - Registration begins on 1.3
• Please keep this in mind when emailing your images:
  • Send high-resolution images at 300 dpi.
  • Please name each, example: Surname_Firstname_Title.jpg
  • E-Mail an: artfornow@northshorepubliclibrary.org (z. B.: Johnson_Bonnie_Waterfall.jpg)

March On-site/library programs

Yoga for healing, adults

Thursday, March 9, 16, 23 & 30, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m

$10 non-refundable feeto be paid in person (cash/cheque). Learn to use breathing and yoga techniques to relieve post-traumatic stress and use all your energies to heal your mind, body and spirit. Bring a yoga mat, blocks, and/or straps if using. (2.3.-30.3.)

• Pay (cheque/cash) and register from 02/21. in person at the library

Watercolor retreat, adults

Saturday, March 11, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m

$5 non-refundable fee.Watercolor artist Victoria Beckert will demonstrate watercolor techniques and practice times and instructions while you paint your own watercolor painting.

• Pay (cheque/cash) and register in person at the library starting March 1st

Yin Yoga/Yoga Nidra, adults

Mondays, March 13, 20 and 27, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m

$8 non-refundable feePaid in person (cash/cheque). Restorative Yin Yoga postures are held gently and slowly. Bring a yoga mat, blocks/cushions, and a blanket. (6.3.-27.3.)

• Pay (cheque/cash) and register from 02/21. in person at the library

Medicare Advice, Adults

Tuesday, March 14, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m

Call (631) 929-4488 extension. 225 for more information and to register!

Cool apps for Android, adults

Tuesday, March 21, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m***New appointment***

Learn how to use apps that make you more productive on your Android device. With thousands of apps, how do I find the useful ones? Where can I find them? How do I search for free apps? Come to this class - discover apps you can't live without. Bring your device or just come along and listen. Requirements: Comfort with your Android device.

• Click here to register - registration currently underway

Fun fitness with strength training, adults

Tuesdays, March 14, 21, 28, April 4 and 11, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m

$12 non-refundable fee (cash/check) paid in person.Warm up with cardio and then build strength for your body. Lessons are tailored to the needs of the participants. Bring hand weights (2 weights of your choice - 1 - 5 lbs.), yoga mat and water. (3/7-4/11)

• Pay (cheque/cash) and register from 02/21. in person at the library

Painted stemmed wine glasses, adults

Wednesday, March 22, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m

$10 non-refundable feeto be paid when registering in person. This is a handy step-by-step project for painting your own set of stemmed wine glasses with a lavender flower motif.

• Pay (cheque/cash) and register in person at the library starting March 1st

NY State Empire Driver Safety Class, Erwachsene

Saturday, March 25, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m

$30 fee payable when registering in person. Checks or money orders should be made payable to Empire Safety Council.Bring a snack/lunch. Save 10% on your car insurance by taking this NY approved driving safety course.

• Pay (checks or money orders) and register in person at the library beginning March 1st

Introduction to Windows 11, adults

Wednesday, March 29, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m

This hands-on course provides an understanding of Microsoft's brand new Windows 11 operating system. You will learn new Windows 11 features; how to use the redesigned desktop, what new applications are available and how to download the free upgrade to your Windows computer and much more. Requirement -Comfort with your Windows computer.

• Click here to register - Registration begins on 1.3

Handicrafts with Theresa!

The link below will take you to a page with several DIY craft videos including Bird Feeders, I Love My Pet Collage, Garden Terrariums and Simple Sugar Scrub, all of which can be made at home. For teens, adults, and families, these crafts are fun and entertaining! Please click on the links below for all projects.

• Handicrafts with Theresa!
• Pet Holiday Bowties
• Candy Cane Body Scrub
• Pet Emergency Kit

• Click here to view the Acts of Kindness For People and Pets video link!
• For a list of downloadable Act of Kindness Craft Ideas click here!

Savvy Sightseer Armchair Travel Series

Missing the North Shore Public Library's Savvy Sightseer Travel Series? Savvy sightseer, Jeanne Schnupp, offers virtual excursions for everyone! Please click on the link below to take a trip with Jeanne and see the list of upcoming "trips". These courses are ideal for families, teenagers and adults!

• Savvy Sightseer Armchair Travel Series

cooking demo

Missing our cooking programs with Simply Creative Chef Rob Scott? He helped you by putting some cooking demos online! Click on the link below for a list of demos and their recipes!

• Simply creative chef Rob Scott

Small Business Development Center an der Stony Brook University

Attention Hispanic businesses!

The Small Business Development Center at Stony Brook University is full of useful information on business reopening grants, loans, plans, proposals and requirements and more, all related to small businesses and the Covid-19 pandemic.

• Small Business Development Center an der Stony Brook University
  • Programs open for registration - see here
• Future Scheduled Events
• Economic Damage Disaster Loan (EIDL)

New York COVID-19 Information

• Forward Proposals for the New York Forward Loan Fund
• Resource guide to reopening Suffolk County
• Nationwide regional reopening metrics

defensive driving

If you need to take a defensive driving course, please visit the link below to connect to a variety of options, some for AARP and even some for AAA members.

• Online Defensive Driving Courses in New York State
• Course in Spanish