Events at the Glen Cove Library
4 Glen Cove Avenue 676-2130 www.glencovelibrary.org Free AARP Tax Assistance Wednesdays through April 10 This service is available to all individuals of all ages. Patrons must make an appointment for tax help; please call (516) 676-2130 or stop by the information desk. Please be sure to bring your tax package, a copy of your 2017 tax return and all other information that might be helpful for tax preparation.
Book Discussion at The Glen Cove Library: Educated by Tara Westover Tuesday, February 19, 2 p.m. Tara Westover was 17 the first time she set foot in a classroom. Born to survivalists in the mountains of Idaho, she prepared for the end of the world by stockpiling home-canned peaches and sleeping with her “head-for-the-hills bag. This unforgettable memoir explains why she was kept out of school and how she left her survivalist family to go on and earn a PhD from Cambridge University. Reserve your copy and join us for a lively discussion. The History of the Amos and Andy Show Friday, February 22, 2pm Sal St. George will discuss the Amos and Andy Show, one of the most successful, yet controversial, programs ever to hit the airwaves. Learn about the two men who created and originally portrayed the characters, the racial stereotyping of the main characters as well as the demise of the program. Glen Cove Library’s Third Annual Seed Packaging Party Saturday, February 23 at 1:30 p.m. Thanks to the generosity of Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds, Community Seed Resource Program, Island Harvest, Seedsavers Exchange, Seedsower Farm, Sow True Seeds and donations from our Seed Library members, we have many seeds to repackage for the Seed Library. Feel free to drop in for an hour or so to lend a hand and make new connections.
Glen Cove Library Bus Trip Beautiful: The Carole King Musical at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre Wednesday, February 27, 10am - 6pm See Beautiful, the Tony and Grammy Award-winning Carole King musical, the inspiring true story of one woman’s remarkable journey from teenage songwriter to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The cost of $101 includes center orchestra seats and transportation. Enjoy time for lunch on your own before the 2 p.m. show. Register at the Information desk and make check or money order payable to: The Glen Cove Library Bus Trip Fund. Tickets are non-refundable. You will now be able to choose reserved seating on the bus when you register for trips.
Events at the Glen Cove Senior Center 130 Glen St., Glen Cove (516) 759-9610 www.glencoveseniorcenter.com Friday, Feb. 15 9 a.m. Seniorobics, Crocheting w/Friends 10 a.m. Painting & Drawing w/Chuck 10:30 a.m. Current Events w/Yvonne, Exercise w/YMCA 11 a.m. Golden Voices Rehearsal, Senior Moments 88.1 FM 12:45 p.m. Birthday Celebrations w/ Betty & the Golden Voices 1 p.m. Bingo 1:30 p.m. Music & Dancing w/Tony Grant 1:30 p.m. Line Dancing, ADP Continentals 3 p.m. Tai Chi w/Spencer
Events At The North Shore Historical Museum 140 Glen St., Glen Cove www.northshorehistoricalmuseum.org Harlem Hellfighters: African American Heroes of WWI In World War I, the African American U.S. Army 369th Infantry Regiment faced terrible bigotry from both within and without the military but displayed remarkable bravery on the battlefield. In addition, the leader of the regiment's band became an internationally known figure, bringing a new American musical form called "jazz" to enthusiastic European audiences. Come hear the amazing story of these "Harlem Hellfighters," more than 40 of whom came from the Glen Cove area. $10 (museum members and students $5) Long Island Women's History
Antonia Petrash will present a history of women on Long Island on Wednesday, March 13, 7 p.m. Admission: $10, or $5 for members. |