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The BROWSERAmityville Public Library19 JOHN STREET | AMITYVILLE NY 11701 | 631-264-0567 | WWW.AMITYVILLEPUBLICLIBRARY.ORGJANUARY-FEBRUARY2024STORY QUILTS (AMJW16)Thursday February 15th, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.Grades: 1- 5Inspired by Faith Ringgold, learn about the colorful story quilts she created. All participants will create their own story quilt, design to share a memorable positive life moment.BLACK HISTORY MONTH PROGRAMSMARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.: AN AMERICAN CIVIL RIGHTS ICON WITH MARTIN LEVINSON Monday, January 297:00 to 8:00 p.m.During the less than 13 years of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s leadership of the American Civil Rights Movement, African Americans achieved more genuine progress toward racial equality in America than the previous 350 years had produced. Join historian Martin H. Levinson in discussing King’s civil rights achievements and the legacy of a man who brought hope and healing to our nation.SLAVERY AND THE MAKING OF AMERICA WITH MARTIN LEVINSON Monday, February 127:00 to 8:00 p.m.Over 400 years ago, the first black Africans were brought to America as slaves. Join historian Martin H. Levinson to discuss the impact slavery had on America and the ways that slavery formed us as a nation.LIFE, LIBERTY, AND THE PURSUIT OF FREEDOM: AFRICAN AMERICANS AND THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION Monday, February 266:30 to 7:30 p.m.This program highlights and celebrates African American women and men and their contributions during the colonial and revolutionary war eras. The presentation explores the lives of people such as Phyllis Wheatley, Elizabeth Freeman, Crispus Attucks, Absalom Jones, and Richard Allen.CONCERTSONGS OF LIBERATION AND LOVE Saturday, January 272:00 to 3:00 p.m.Celebrate the African American experience with songs of liberation and love. This musical showcase highlights luminaries who used their talents to elevate, educate, and encourage through music. Their contributions played a significant role in the history of America and offered lasting cultural contributions to the world. This musical journey includes gospel, jazz, soul, and pop with songs recorded by Mahalia Jackson, Dinah Washington, Sam Cooke, Nina Simone, Curtis Mayfield, Aretha Franklin, Donny Hathaway, Stevie Wonder, and more.CASABLANCA FILM LECTURE WITH LARRY WOLFF Monday, February 12 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.This is the film that cemented Humphrey Bogart as a tough and sexy leading man and the superstar of his day. With Ingrid Bergman and a superb supporting cast, this Warner Brothers film is one of the outstanding films from Hollywood’s Golden Age. Soundtrack music is included as is a memorabilia, autograph, and book display.NASSAU-SUFFOLK HOSPITAL COUNCIL’S MEDICAID ENROLLMENT Mondays of January 22 & February 2612:00 to 4:00 p.m.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.Construction on the library will start in the Spring of 2024!! Stay tuned for more details in the next newsletter.GROUNDBREAKING NEWS

WINTER MASON JAR (AMJW9)Friday January 124:00 to 4:45 p.m.Grades: 2 - 4Create your very own winter mason jar with a battery-operated tea light. FLEECE PILLOW CRAFT (AMJW10)Thursday January 18 6:00 to 6:45 p.m.Grades: 2- 5WINTER ORIGAMI (AMJW11)Friday January 19 4:00 to 4:45 p.m.Grades: 3- 5 3D PEN WINTER SNOWFLAKE (AMJW12)Monday January 226:30 to 7:30 p.m. Grades: 3 – 5 Limit 12 participants SKETCH AND STRETCH (AMJW13)Wednesday January 316:00 to 7:00 p.m.Grades: K – 2 GUMBALL CRAFT (AMJW14)Thursday February 16:00 to 6:45 p.m.Grades: Pre-k – 2Create your very own paper gumball machine for National Gumball Day. VALENTINE ORIGAMI (AMJW15)Friday February 9 4:00 p.m. to 4:45 pm. Grades: 3 – 5 CHILDREN’S ProgramsBABY and TODDLER ProgramsBABY SIGN LANGUAGEThursday, January 4 and Wednesday, January 24 (AMJW3)Tuesday, February 6 and Wednesday, February 28 (AMJW4)9:30 – 10:15 a.m.Ages: Infant – 3 yrs. (with parent) ZUMBINI FOR BABIES Tuesday, January 23 (AMJW1)Friday, February 2 (AMJW2)9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Ages: Infant- 3 yrs. (with parent) = In person . = Virtual . = Hybrid• You must have an Amityville Public Library card to register for all programs. • Please use the child’s card to register for their individual programs whenever possible. • Each program lists the age or grade requirements for the program. • All registrants of our virtual programs will receive an e-mail pick-up time. Please pick up your kits within one week of the pick-up date. KIDS and TWEENSTHUMBPRINT SNOWFLAKE (AMJW5)Tuesday, January 199:30 to 10:15 a.m.Ages: 18 mos. – 3 years. (with parent)Create your own snowflakes using your child’s thumbprints and listen to a fun winter story. TINY TOTS Tuesday, January 9 (AMJW6)Monday, February 12 (AMJW7)9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Ages: 18 mos. – 3 yrs. (with parent) WINTER MAGNET PICTURE FRAME (AMJW8)Tuesday, February 13 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Ages: 18 mos. – 3 yrs. (with parent)Listen to a story and create your own foam winter magnet picture frame with your child.CHILDREN CREATE AT OUR LIBRARY!

KIDS and TWEENScont.NO-SEW HEART PILLOW (TAKE & MAKE)-AMY125Thursday, February 1Make your very own heart pillow this Valentine’s Day with an easy no-sew technique!TEEN Programs Grades 6-12All teen programs are free, but online registration from our website (using the Program tab) is essential!If you have any problems or questions, please email us at YA@amityvillepubliclibrary.org.VIRTUAL/TAKE & MAKE PROGRAMS .BIRD FEEDER (AMJW17)Wednesday January 10th Grades: K – 5 Make a treat from birdseed to keep your backyard friends nourished this winter. Please sign up one child per family for this program. PENGUIN SNOW GLOBE (AMJW18)Wednesday January 17Grades: Pre-k – 2Make your own penguin snow globe using a variety of craft materials, including paper, sequins, Pom Poms, and yarn to create a unique snow globe. WINTER WONDERLAND COOKIES (AMJW19)Monday January 22 Grades: Pre-k – 5Decorate your cookies to look like a winter wonderland. Please sign up one child per family for this program. SWEET TREAT BOX (AMJW20)Monday February 12Grades: 2 -5Decorate some sweet treats in time for Valentine’s Day.Please sign up one child per family for this program. POLAR BEAR CRINKLE TISSUE PAPER (AMJW21)Wednesday February 1Grades: K – 4Create your own polar bear using tissue paper. VALENTINE’S DAY TREAT BOX (AMJW22)Monday February 12 Grades: Pre-k – 1Color your own Valentine’s day box and a surprise treat. TAKE AND MAKE PROGRAMS

SWEET SOCKS (TAKE AND MAKE) -AMY121Wednesday, January 10 Decorate a container to create the cupcake sock as well as a mini cupcake canvas. Donations will be given to a local shelter. Participating teens will receive 1 hour of community service.MINI CANVAS PAINTINGS (TAKE & MAKE)-AMY124Thursday, January 11Paint a winter landscape for community service hours! Teens will receive 2 hours for painting two canvases. Each painting will be displayed in the teen loft at the Amityville Public Library.PET PANTRY PROGRAM – AMY123Wednesday, January 176:30 to 7:30 p.m.Create kits for people and pets who have fallen on hard times. Kits will be filled with some of the most needed items for cats and dogs. Create special cards with well wishes. Kits will be donated to people & pets in need. Participating teens will receive 1 hour of community service.WINTER CARDINALS – AMY122Wednesday, February 287:00 to 8:00 p.m.Create a unique piece of art, combining nature and paint. HOOKED ON BOOKS Have you read any good books lately? Let us know! For community service credit, write a review for any book that you’ve recently read. Email us at YA@amityvillepubliclibrary.org with “Hooked On Books” as your subject line & we will send you the details.IN PERSON PROGRAMS Programs will be held in our Community Room or Teen Loft.TEEN COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS In person and VirtualTEEN Programs cont.

ADULT Programs• 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 or on our website https://www.amityvillepubliclibrary.org/adult-programs. • Register for all programs with a fee by coming to the Circulation Desk with cash, check or money order. Registration is required. • Registration for all in-person adult programs will begin on Wednesday, December 27th for all Amityville Public Library cardholders and Friday, December 29th for all non-Amityville Public Library cardholders. Dates might differ for defensive driving classes. Please note: If you pay with cash, please try to have exact change when possible. = In person . = Virtual . = HybridBOOK DISCUSSIONCOFFEE, BOOKS, AND SNACKS @ ANCHOR COFFEE Tuesdays of January 9 and February 1310:00 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!CRAFT & COOKING PROGRAMSHEART WIRE EARRINGS Monday, January 86:00 to 8:00 p.m.Limit: 20 participantsJewelry designer/instructor Donna Irvine teaches you wire wrapping techniques to make these beautiful heart shaped earrings just in time for Valentines Day. Students can customize their own creation by choosing wire color and bead color. Come join us and get creative! Fee: $5.00 cash, check or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.DIY CARDS BY DIANNE (TAKE & MAKE/INSTRUCTIONS)Pick up date Wednesday January 31Limit:15 participantsLove/Friendship cards with DianneThis take and make contains everything you need to create four fabulous cards with envelopes to celebrate love, kindness, and friendship. You will create A2 sized cards, slimline, and a mini slimline size. Everything has been stamped, inked, embossed, scored, cut, and is ready for assembly. We even added an extra 4th card! Fee: $5.00 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.WINTER THEMED FIREPLACE/CAMPFIRE STARTERS WITH LAURA Thursday, January 257:30 to 8:45 pmLimit: 15 participantsLearn how to make homemade fireplace/campfire starters that are affordable and fun to make to keep you cozy during the winter. Fee: $5.00 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.WINTER HAND WARMERS WITH LAURA Monday, February 57:30 pm to 8:45 p.m.Limit:15 participantsJoin Laura and make DIY Hand Warmers with essential oils. They are for anyone in the family to use when the temperature drops. Fee: $5.00 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.HEART SHAPED NECKLACE (TAKE AND MAKE/VIDEO)Pick up date Thursday, February 8Limit: 15 participantsLearn to open and close rings to make this very pretty Valentine’s Day necklace and earrings. Flat nose pliers and all components of the necklace are included.Fee: $5.00 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.VALENTINE MITTENS WITH CANVAS CREATIONS Thursday, February 87:15 to 8:45 p.m.Join Kathy and paint a Valentine/Winter themed painting. No experience needed. Fee: $5.00 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.DANCE PROGRAMSBEGINNER LINE DANCING WITH RINGO MONTANA Thursdays: January 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & March 711:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Learn to dance to a mix of country and popular music. Fee: $10.00 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.LATIN MIX DANCING Saturdays of January 20, 27,February 3, 17, 24, March 2, 9 & 23If you’ve ever wanted to learn Latin dancing the easy way, this course is for you. These classes will cover Salsa, Merengue, Rumba and Cha Cha. In addition to simple and exciting Latin steps, this course will be covering styling, timing, and musicality. Fee: $10.00 check, cash or money order made payable to the Amityville Public Library is due at registration.Pattern will be provided.DRIVING PROGRAMSAARP DEFENSIVE DRIVING Saturday, January 139:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Limit: 25 participantsThe AARP Smart Driver Course is the nation’s largest classroom driver safety course and it’s designed especially for drivers aged 50 and older. 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: Only Amityville residents will be able to register for these classes until January 3rd. After that, these classes will be open to everyone.

DEFENSIVE DRIVING Saturday, February 109:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Limit: 25 participantsDrivers who take the Defensive Driving Course will save 10% on their insurance and qualify for license point reduction. Fee: $30.00 check, or money order, made payable to the Empire Safety Council is due at registration. Note: Only Amityville residents will be able to register for these classes until January 3rd. After that, these classes will be open to everyone.GENERAL PROGRAMSA SUPPORT GROUP ADDRESSING ANXIETY AND DEPRESSION Wednesdays: January 3, 10 & 172:00 to 3:00 p.m. This is an open support group to address current issues and how they affect us emotionally.. Bring a coffee and join a lively discussion with other members in the community. Catherine Rose, a Licensed and Board Certified Clinical Social Worker will facilitate the group.STRESS RELIEF AND HEALING WITH GUIDED MEDITATION AND AROMATHERAPY Thursdays: January 4, 11,February 1 and 226:45 to 7:45 p.m.Too much going on in your life? Or not enough? Come for deep relaxation, emotional and mental reset. Cultivate higher levels of wellness. Please wear comfortable clothes, bring a yoga mat and a blanket.VIRTUAL REIKI/MEDITATION Tuesdays: January 9, 23,February 6 & 207:30 to 8:30 p.m.Please join Reiki Master Teacher & Meditation/Mindfulness Instructor, Nadia Mitchell for a Virtual Reiki-infused Meditation Class.ONE-ON-ONE CAREER COACHING Tuesday, January 9 and Monday, February 56:00 or 7:00 p.m. (Choose one – 1 hour appointment)Stephanie Jodlowski, a tenured career counselor with 15 years of experience, will aid with resume writing, cover letters, career transition/direction advisement, job searching tips, job market analysis, mock interviewing / interview tips, compensation analysis / negotiating compensation tips, LinkedIn profile creation or revise, etc. Registration is necessary so make an appointment with Stephanie as soon as possible! *Note: If you do not respond to our reminder phone call/email, then we will consider your appointment cancelled. This is just to avoid any vacancies in case there is a waitlist.BEGINNER MAHJONGG Tuesdays: January 9, 16 and 2310:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Limit: 20 participantsJoin instructor Jacqui Palatnik for a beginner Mahjongg class to learn how to play the game. This is the game that has fascinated people for so many years with its strategies, sequences, and combinations. This class will introduce you to the tiles and basic moves of this ancient game.HOW TO MAXIMIZE YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS IN RETIREMENT Wednesday, January 176:30 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 taking Social Security benefits. Spousal and divorce aspects of Social Security will also be discussed.BUDGETING WITH M&T BANK WORKSHOP Monday, January 297:00 to 8:30 pmIn this workshop you will learn how to determine your personal obstacles with budgeting, track your spending, list goals, learn the importance of debt reduction and apply strategies to manage day-to-today spending.CREDIT SCORES AND REPORTS WITH M&T BANK WORKSHOP Monday, February 26 7:00 to 8:30 pmIn this workshop you will learn the importance of credit scores and reports, how to access information about them, learn strategies to improve them and learn how to identify how to protect your credit from incorrect claims and fraud.TUNING FORK THERAPY Monday, January 227:00 to 8:00 p.m.Tuning Forks are a non-invasive modality used to balance the nervous system and create an inner harmony. This workshop will go over how the forks are used along acupuncture meridians and chakras, what makes it such a powerful modality, as well as, discussing the archetypal qualities of the forks to achieve the desired results.ONE-ON-ONE CITIZENSHIP ONE HOUR APPOINTMENT 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. To set up an appointment for this program, please call Reference at 631-264-0567.HEALTH & FITNESS PROGRAMS QIGONG Tuesdays: January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 20, 271:00 to 2:00 p.m.Limit: 25 participantsFee: $20.00Relaxing and invigorating, Qigong (pronounced chee kung) similar to Tai Chi, is a meditative movement practice that helps clear your mind of stress and anxiety. It also helps build strength, stamina, and flexibility. Beginners are welcome! Bring a mat and water. ZUMBA Wednesdays: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 2810:00 to 11:00 a.m.Limit: 25 participantsFee: $20.00Come take the “work” out of workout with our new instructor Danielle! We’ll mix low- intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party!

CHAIR YOGA WITH SANDRA Wednesdays: January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 21, 281:30 to 2:30 p.m.Limit: 25 participantsFee: $20.00Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair or standing using a chair for support. In addition to doing sitting and standing poses, the class will incorporate breathing techniques and ways of relaxation. Note: Please bring a mat with you to place under the chair. MORNING INTERMEDIATE YOGA WITH JOLANTA Thursdays: January 4, 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 2910:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.Limit: 25 participantsFee: $20.00Come join yoga teacher Jolanta as she leads you through a relaxing intermediate yoga class. BEGINNERS YOGA WITH SANDRA Thursdays: January 4, 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 22, 295:30 to 6:30 p.m.Limit: 25 participantsFee: $20.00This class incorporates Hatha Yoga poses at a slower, individualized pace. Working specifically with breath, alignment cues, and hands-on adjustments, the student will gain a greater understanding of the poses, find strength and confidence, and cultivate the ability to quiet the mind. LANGUAGE CLASSESESL Tuesdays: January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 20 & 276:00 to 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!LEARN SPANISH Tuesdays: January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 20 & 277:30 to 8:30 p.m. Learn basic Spanish in a relaxed, comfortable environment.CONVERSATIONAL ENGLISH Wednesdays: January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21 & 285:00 to 6:00 p.m.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! AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE Thursdays: January 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22 & 297:00 to 8:00 p.m.In this beginner class you will learn fingerspelling, numbers, vocabulary, and basic conversational phrases. Please let us know if you will be in-person or participating virtually.MOVIES AND FILM LECTURESFRIDAY MOVIE MATINEE Fridays: January 19 and February 16Starts at 12:00 p.m.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.THE MECHANICALLY SURREAL SILENT COMEDIES OF BUSTER KEATON WITH THE MOVIE MAN Friday, January 26Starts at 1:00 p.m.Buster Keaton, who became world famous as one of the three kings of silent comedy, learned his art on the live vaudeville stage. Come join “The Movie Man” John Carpenter, a local film historian, as he showcases some of Buster Keaton’s finest work.MUSIC CLASSESVIRTUAL GUITAR Mondays: January 8, 22, 29,February 5, 12 & 267:00 to 8:00 p.m.Join Chris Fury, a professional guitarist, who will coach you through the basics live during this virtual class. VIRTUAL UKULELE Mondays: January 8, 22, 29,February 5, 12 & 268:00 to 9:00 p.m.Learn from the ground up how to play scales, melodies, chords, and your favorite songs in this fun beginner friendly ukulele class.TECHNOLOGYTECH TIME Saturdays: January 20 and February 10Meet with our tech and have all technology related questions answered. Bring in your cell phone, laptop, iPhone, Android or any tech-related questions to help navigating this ever-changing world of technology Call or visit the Reference desk to schedule an appointment!WRITING PROGRAMS CREATIVE WRITING Mondays: January 22, 29,February 5 and 2610:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.Everyone has a story inside of them that they need to tell. Join our supportive group of writers as we bring our stories to light. Writing is therapeutic, rewarding and in some cases even profitable! Come check us out and bring out your inner writer!The students of the Amityville School District will be displaying their artwork from January 16th through January 31st. Please come by to show your support!

Non-Prot Org.US PostagePAIDAmityville NY 11701Permit No. 125LIBRARY HOURS Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday- Closed Library will be closed for the following holidays: • January 1 – New Years Day• January 15 – Martin Luther King Jr.• February 19 – President’s DayTodd Schlitt, Library DirectorShadd Jamison, Assistant DirectorBOARD OF TRUSTEES Anthony Ceriello, PresidentEileen Taylor, Vice PresidentLeslie Kretz, Financial OfcerSharon Tener, SecretaryMary Beth Scarola,TrusteeBoard of Trustees e-mail address: Trustees@amityvillepubliclibrary.org Board meetings are the third Wednesday of every month: 1/17 & 2/21 at 6:00 p.m.**ECRWSS**RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMERThe Amityville Public Library does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment, or the provision of servicesAll residents are encouraged to participate in the Amityville Public Library’s programs and activities. Please let the Staff know, at least two weeks prior to the program, if you require any special accommodations because of a disability.OUTREACH ProgramsAMITYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY19 John StreetAmityville NY 11701631-264-0567www.amityvillepubliclibrary.orgSOCIAL WORKER ASSISTANCEWednesday 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Our social worker Arlena from Stony Brook will be at the library to assist with mental health referrals, substance abuse resources, housing applications, locating support groups, assisting with forms from the Department of Social Services, finding local food pantries, locating free legal services and advocacy, helping find employment programs and file applications for food stamps (SNAP) and temporary assistance. Email socialworker@amityvillepubliclibrary.org to make an appointment. FREE HOMEBOUND DELIVERY AND PICKUP Amityville Library District residents who are physically unable to come to the library due to illness, age, or disability are eligible for our homebound services. Please contact the Reference Desk at 631-264-0567 for more information.WOULD YOU LIKE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN SOMEONE’S LIFE?Become a literacy tutor! Literacy Suffolk will train you how to become a tutor and work with students to improve their reading skills for either Basic Literacy Learners or English Language Learners. Visit the Literacy Suffolk website to find out more!DIGITAL TALKING BOOKS SERVICEIf you or someone you know are unable to read regular print because of temporary or permanent visual or physical limitations, ask a Librarian about the Library of Congress talking book program. Talking books and equipment are sent directly to the patron’s home through the United States Postal Service and free of charge.FCA’S ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT PROGRAM Thursdays: January 4, 18,February 1, 15 & 292:00 to 3:30 p.m.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.WILLING HEARTS, HELPFUL HANDS (TABLE MAIN FLOOR LIBRARY)Wednesday, February 142:00 to 4:00 p.m.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!URBAN SENIOR JOB PROGRAMWednesday, January 10, 17,February 7 & 211:30 to 5:00 p.m.Are you at least 55, unemployed and looking to increase your income? You may be eligible to join the Urban Seniors Jobs Program.NEW HORIZON (TABLE MAIN FLOOR LIBRARY)Wednesday, January 17 &February 2110:00 to 12:00 p.m.New Horizon Counseling Center provides FREE family support navigation services, to assist families of individuals who struggle with addiction.HISPANIC COUNSELING CENTER, INC (TABLE EVENT)Mondays of January 8 & February 123:00 to 5:00 p.m.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. NYS OF HEALTH MARKETPLACE-HEALTH INSURANCE ASSISTANCE Wednesdays of January 24 & February 2812:00 to 4:00 p.m. Are you looking for health insurance? Health insurance enrollers will be at the library to help you shop for, compare, & enroll in health insurance coverage through the New York State of Health Marketplace. This program is in partnership with the New York State Department of Health. To make an appointment, please call 516-505-4426.