DECEMBER PROGRAMS

COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS

Cuddle Buddies For Kids

Monday, December 14^th 3:30pm

Join Mrs. T to create soft and Cuddly toys for children living in a homeless shelter this holiday season. No sewing required.

COOKIES FOR CHARITY

Tuesday, December 15^th 7-8pm

Join us in baking for a good cause. We will learn to make chocolate chip cookies from scratch, and Mrs. Kathy will bake half of them and bring them to a shelter. We will bring the other half home to enjoy with family and friends.

Dog Treats for Charity

Monday, December 21^st 7-8pm

Join Mrs. Kathy to make dog treats from scratch using cookie cutters to make pet-friendly shapes. We will donate them to a local animal shelter.

(Peanut Butter Products Used)

Patient Playbooks

Wednesday, December 30^th 3pm

There are more than 6 million children hospitalized each year. Being in the hospital can be really scary, especially for kids, and Games and other activities can be a great distraction. In collaboration with DoSomething.org we will create activity books to brighten their stay!

All of the above programs are open to Grades 5 and Up. Community Service will be awarded to all participants

CRAFTY CORNER

Monday, December 7^th 3-4:30pm

Do you need help finding the perfect gift for someone? Running low on cash this holiday season? Join us for an afternoon of crafting to make unique and heartfelt gifts for that special someone. We will have different crafts to choose from and we’ll even have gift wrapping supplies on hand. Don’t miss this! Register in advance.

Teen Movie: The Maze Runner 2

Tuesday, December 23^rd 6pm

Join us for the next installment of the Maze Runner series based on the bestselling novel by James Dashner.No registration required. Rated PG-13 132 minutes

Chess Club

Children (3^rd-6^th Grade) 7-7:55pm
YA & Adults (7^th-Adult) 8-8:55pm
Do you like to play chess? Or Want to learn how to play? Join our chess club on Tuesdays, December 8^th and 22^nd  and January 5^th & 19^th.New players welcome! All skill levels!

November Programs

Craft Buddies

Mondays, November 2^nd & 9^th 3:30-4:15pm

Volunteer to help young children create fun fall craft projects!  Community service will be awarded.

Chess Club

Children (3^rd-6^th Grade) 7-7:55pm
YA & Adults (7^th-Adult) 8-8:55pm
Our chess club will meet on Tuesdays, November 10^th and 24^th and December 8^th and 22^nd. New players welcome!

Memory Wire Bracelet

Tuesday, November 10^th 6-7pm

Join Miss Gina to create a beautiful memory wire bracelet. All supplies will be provided. Grades 5+

Dog Beds for Charity

Thursday, November 12^th 7-8pm

Join us to make comfy beds for dogs that live in a shelter. There is no sewing involved. Community service certificates will be given to all participants!

Computer Coding

Mondays, November 23^rd & 30^th 4:30-6:30pm

Learn the basics of computer language, code structure and implementation. Sharper Training Solutions will teach us how to write a script that will move objects on the screen and trigger movement of other objects. Registration is required. Open to grades 5+

How To Beat The High Cost of College

Barry Fox, BA, MA of College Finance

Monday, November 23^rd 7pm

With college costs skyrocketing, find out how to get your share of $134+ billion available for student financial aid. Learn insider tips to maximize your financial aid from Long Island’s leading financial aid experts with over 35 years of experience. Follow our step-by-step strategies to fill out your FAFSA , plan a needs analysis, and negotiate with the college. This is an excellent time for parents of seniors as well as juniors to begin planning. We welcome questions at the conclusion of the program. No registration required.

Teen Movie: Paper Towns

Tuesday, November 17^th 6pm

We saw it in the theatre, now it’s time to watch it at the Library. Join us for a viewing of Paper Towns, based on the YA novel by John Green. After an all night adventure, Quentin's life-long crush, Margo, disappears, leaving behind clues that Quentin and his friends follow on the journey of a lifetime. Rated PG-13

Movie Premiere Party

The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2

Friday, November 20^th 4:30pm

Come to the Bellmore Playhouse and join us for the release of the movie, The Hunger Games Mockingjay, Part 2. After the screening we’ll have a chat about the movie and cool raffles. Popcorn and soda will be served. This event is free and sponsored by Merrick, N. Merrick, Bellmore and N. Bellmore Libraries. Open to grades 7-12. Registration is required.