Summer 2013 Calendar of Events by Brooklyn Public Library

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Calendar of Events A LOOK INSIDE YOUR LIBRARY SUMMMER 2013

IN THIS ISSUE:

FPO FPO FPO Your Summer Reading Guide “Lunchapalooza” on the Plaza p. 6 – 7 p. 5

See what the branches have planned all summer p. 9 – 11

DISCOVER HIDDEN TREASURES This Summer at Brooklyn Public Library

Target is the lead supporter of Brooklyn Public Library’s Summer Reading 2013 program. National Grid Foundation, Astoria Federal Savings, Macy’s Foundation and Consolidated Edison Company of New York (Con Edison) have also provided generous support. Additional funding is provided by Federal Library Services and Technology Act funds awarded to the New York State Library by the Federal Institute of Museum and Library Services and the New York State Library’s Family Literacy Library Services grant program. In-kind support is provided by Willoughby’s Camera Emporium – Est. 1898.

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A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT & CEO

Spend Your Summer with BPL This summer, Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) has a terrific line-up of programs to keep people of all ages engaged and entertained. One of our biggest events of the year—our Summer Reading Kickoff—will take place on Thursday, June 6 at 10:30 am at Central Library. It will feature Bubbles the Clown, music by Elizabeth Mitchell, puppets from Making Books Sing and a thrilling performance by the production of Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark on Broadway. We hope you will also join us on Wednesdays for Lunchapalooza!, a lunchtime concert series on Central Library’s Plaza. Every Wednesday from May 22 to June 26, food trucks will sell lunch on the Plaza from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. From 11:30 am to 12:15 pm we will offer storytelling for children, and from 12:30 to 2 pm we will have family-friendly music for adults. Acts range in style from samba and klezmer to hip hop and American traditional. The concert series will give everyone a chance to experience new foods and music while enjoying the beautiful summer weather outdoors on our Plaza. While we continue to look forward to the summertime, we are hard at work rebuilding from the hurricane. I am pleased to report that we have reopened four of the six libraries closed because of damage from Hurricane Sandy. Sheepshead Bay, Brighton Beach and Gravesend libraries reopened in January, and Red Hook Library in April. Library service is incredibly important for all communities, but even more in those neighborhoods recovering from the hurricane. The two remaining libraries that are closed, Gerritsen Beach and Coney Island, are scheduled to reopen this fall. If you appreciate BPL and all the Library offers, I encourage you to donate to our Support the Branches campaign, which runs through June 30. With your help, we will be able to purchase new books, DVDs and other items for all 60 of our branches, and offer the technology, services and programs Brooklynites need and deserve. Please donate today at https://apps.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/donate. Finally, thanks to everyone who participated in our first annual Bike the Branches fundraiser. It was a wonderful celebration of the reach of the library system and the sense of community our branches engender in every Brooklyn neighborhood. We are extremely grateful for your support! Very truly,

Linda E. Johnson

Thank You Champion Supporters! Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) is proud to partner with our Champion Supporters. Champion Supporters generously give BPL a gift of $25,000 or more. These contributions support programs and services that help Brooklynites achieve their goals at every life stage. If you are interested in supporting BPL as a Champion Supporter or would like more information, please contact Dana Elmquist at 718.230.2718 or d.elmquist@brooklynpubliclibrary.org.

Every day, people visit BPL’s libraries to attend workshops, story times and concerts, borrow books, learn computer skills and apply for jobs online. But these critical offerings require financial support. Our goal through Support the Branches, our spring fundraising campaign, is to raise $500,000 to help us continue to serve Brooklynites throughout the borough. Please do your part by donating to BPL today! To make a contribution, visit https://apps.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/donate. Thank you for your support!

Speak Up for BPL! The threat of a 36% budget cut from the city is upon us once again, so we’re asking you to tell your elected officials how important Brooklyn Public Library is to you and your community.

WHERE WOULD YOU BE WITHOUT

BROOKLYN

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LIBRARY? Contact your elected officials today to save your Library from budget cuts! https://bpl.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/speakup If the Library closes its doors, you will lose access to FREE: • computers and WiFi service; • job search assistance; • story time activities for early learners; • technical skills programs; • cultural events. Brooklyn Public Library is more than just a place to borrow books; it’s a vital community and cultural hub for all Brooklynites. Speak up for the Library!

Brooklyn Public Library’s Calendar of Events. Issue date: June 1, 2013. Published four times a year in March, June, September and December. Brooklyn Public Library, 10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11238. Issue No. 3, 2013.

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FEATURED STORIES

Red Hook Library Reopens and Welcomes Spaceworks Collaboration In April, Red Hook Library reopened to the community five months after being severely flooded during Hurricane Sandy. The extensive renovations included repairing damaged floors, mechanical equipment, furniture and replacing thousands of books. While the Library—and local community—recovered from Sandy, BPL opened the branch as a Warming Center, and through a Bookmobile distributed books and essentials like water, clothing and charging stations.

Artist’s rendition of Red Hook Library’s reading room and stacks.

Red Hook Library’s reopening was also marked by the exciting news that the branch will undergo an overhaul in 2014. As part of the effort to create a more inspiring and welcome Library, BPL is partnering with Spaceworks, a nonprofit that creates affordable workspaces for local artists. Taking advantage of underutilized space at the branch, BPL will focus on connecting neighborhood artists with creative resources and collaborating to offer arts programming for Library patrons. Keep an eye on our website for regular updates.

Artist’s rendition of the new performance space at Red Hook Library.

Bike the Branches Thank You, Bike Enthusiasts! Hundreds of Brooklynites braved the rain and took to the streets on Saturday, May 11 to Bike the Branches and help raise $20,000 for Brooklyn Public Library. The fundraiser—which promoted awareness of the Library’s importance in the community—included mini tours of Brooklyn and BPL branches, read alouds by local elected officials and other fun programs for all ages. A special appearance was made by actress Debi Mazar (the Cooking Channel’s Extra Virgin), NY1’s Errol Louis and City Council Members Brad Lander and Vincent Gentile, who led story times and read alouds.

The day culminated in a Finish Line Celebration at Central Library with a performance from Brooklyn-based rockers The Skins and prize giveaways including tickets to the Great GoogaMooga and a kid’s BMX bike.

Missed out on the fun? Our annual Support the Branches campaign runs through June 30 so there’s still time to give to BPL and help us provide critical programming and resources within our network of 60 neighborhood libraries.

Thank you to our sponsors Consolidated Edison Company of New York (Con Edison), NYC Department of Transportation, Transportation Alternatives, Bike New York, Citi Bike, Powerade, as well as Brooklyn Boulders, Ride Brooklyn, Bike Ahead, Dixon’s Bike Shop, the Great GoogaMooga and Cycles & Recycles for supporting Bike the Branches.

Please donate today! Visit https://apps.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/donate. Photos: Top row (L to R) BPL President & CEO Linda E. Johnson, BPL Chairman Anthony Crowell, special guest Debi Mazar and daughter, Assemblyman Walter Mosley; Cyclists arrive at a branch; BTB participants check their ‘Passports’; Bottom row (L to R) Showing some Bike the Branches love!; Branch staff welcome visitors; The Skins perform at Central Library’s Finish Line Celebration.

Show your love for BPL! New Bklyn logo T-Shirts* ($10) and bags ($5) now available at Central Library. All proceeds benefit BPL. *American Apparel T-Shirts

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Information Commons Workshops & Meet-Ups June

August

Never Too Late to Learn: Computer Topics for Seniors Join us as we explore the world of technology, including computer basics, internet, email, online banking, online health information, Facebook, LinkedIn and creative uses of Microsoft Office. Mondays, Jun 3 & 17, 10 am Information Commons Lab

One-on-One with a Business Counselor Get advice from a SCORE counselor on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and more. SCORE is a SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 (option 3) to make an appointment. Mondays, Aug 5 & 12, 10 am Tuesdays, Aug 6 & 13, 1 pm Meeting Room 2

Getting Started: Create a Marketing Plan In this group workshop, discuss questions that will lead to the creation of a marketing plan that is tailored to your business needs. Participants should come prepared to share ideas with the group and provide thoughtful feedback to others. Wednesday, Jun 12, 4 pm Information Commons Lab Entrepreneur Office Hours Have questions about your small business finances? Want help planning the marketing of your freelance work? Just need to bounce ideas off someone? Drop in for one-on-one or small group sessions. Wednesday, Jun 19, 6 pm Meeting Room 3 Researching Your Target Market Learn how to determine the demographic characteristics, size and spending habits of your target market. Tuesday, Jun 25, 7 pm Information Commons Lab

July Researching Other Companies Learn how to identify companies by industry and analyze their strengths and weaknesses, as well as find market share data and financial reports. Tuesday, Jul 9, 7 pm Information Commons Lab Researching an Industry Do you need to write a business plan or refine your marketing strategy? This workshop will show you how to size your industry, identify major players and research future trends. Tuesday, Jul 23, 7 pm Information Commons Lab One-on-One with a Business Counselor Get advice from a SCORE counselor on starting a business, writing a business plan, implementing a marketing strategy and more. SCORE is a SBA organization. Call 718.623.7000 (option 3) to make an appointment. Mondays, 10 am Tuesdays, 1 pm Wednesdays, 1 pm Thursdays, 1 pm Fridays, 10 am Meeting Room 2 Resume Help Get one-on-one assistance with tailoring your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program. Wednesdays, 5 pm Thursdays, 5 pm Meeting Room 6

Get Digital with BRIC Media Classes

Foundation Center Database Searching Workshop Learn how to search for grants using this powerful tool, providing access to more than 90,000 foundations, grant making public charities and corporate givers. Tuesday, Aug 27, 2 pm Information Commons Lab Rivers of Honey “Circle of Leche”: Creating Art in Conversation for/with Other Women of Color Join other women-of-color artists, writers, and other creative minds as art is created and feedback is provided on personal projects. Gain peer and professional feedback by using this lab space to audition your work for a larger audience. More information at riversofhoney.com. Tuesday, Aug 27, 6 pm Meeting Room 4 Resume Help Get one-on-one assistance with tailoring your resume or cover letter to get the job you want. This is a walk-in program. Thursdays, 5 pm Saturdays, 1 pm Meeting Room 6 All events are subject to change. For complete and up-to-date Information Commons programs, please visit bklynpubliclibrary.org/icevents.

Great Books Discussion Series presents Latin American Literature: Borges, Fuentes & García Márquez Select Wednesdays, 2 – 4 pm Information Commons Lab An exploration of modern Latin American literature featuring the short stories of Jorge Luis Borges (Argentina), and novels by Carlos Fuentes (Mexico) and Gabriel García Márquez (Colombia). Discussions are led by Alfred MacAdam, a specialist in Latin American literature and acclaimed translator of books by Alejo Carpentier, Julio Cortázar, Carlos Fuentes and Mario Vargas Llosa. Group discussions include: June 12: “Labyrinths” by Jorge Luis Borges June 26: The Death of Artemio Cruz by Carlos Fuentes July 10: Introduction to Gabriel García Márquez July 24: One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez This series is made possible through Brooklyn Public Library’s Fund for the Humanities, established through the generous support of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Additional funding was provided by The Hearst Foundation, Inc.; the Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation; The Starr Foundation; the Leon and Muriel Gilbert Charitable Trust; the Henry and Lucy Moses Fund, Inc., and a gift in memory of Samuel and Pauline Wine.

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We’re proud to have BRIC Arts | Media | Bklyn as our lead media education partner offering FREE classes in media production and social networking at the following locations:

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Central Library’s Shelby White and Leon Levy Information Commons (Tuesdays & Thursdays)

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Kings Highway Library (Wednesdays) New Lots Library (Saturdays)

Check out bklynpubliclibrary.org/BRIC for the full schedule and to register. Sample Classes: Intro to Social Media: Twitter Create a personal or professional Twitter profile, post your own tweets and learn common shortcuts. Intro to Social Media: Videoblogging Make a web page or blog that showcases videos you have created. Intro to Social Media: Facebook Create a Facebook profile and page, explore different privacy and security settings and learn how to navigate this social media platform. Short-Form Video Techniques for Mac or PC Use your mobile device to make compelling short-form videos, discover the best practices in scriptwriting and storyboarding, discuss frame composition, and learn how to get the best audio and lighting when recording your footage. You’ll use iMovie to assemble it all into your final short masterpiece. Introduction to Digital Storytelling & Enhanced Podcasting for Mac Turn still images and sound clips from your mobile device into a digital video story. Discover various types of digital story formats, narrative tips and interviewing techniques, and how to edit using software like Garageband. Introduction to Digital Photography Learn to use your camera’s extensive features to create beautiful digital images. We’ll cover digital photography basics like camera settings, resolution and exposure levels, and how to properly white balance to make your pictures pop. Digital Photo Enhancement Get hands-on experience with GIMP, a free, versatile photo editing software program, so you can retouch, crop and color balance your digital photos before showing them to the world.

Collaborate, Work and Learn @ the Information Commons Mike B.

“I’ve been working at the Library for ten years or so, using the Society, Sciences & Technology division upstairs all through grad school and more recently as an urban sociology professor to grade papers and do research. The Information Commons seems better equipped and more amenable to my type of work. The meeting rooms are great too—I plan to meet with students and collaborators here.”

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Kineh S.

“I noticed the Information Commons when I walked into the Library this morning. I love it. The meeting rooms are a great idea…I can see them being used for book clubs. Right now, I’ve got my own laptop with me and I’m sending resumes out for federal jobs in Charlotte, NC. I’m moving there soon.”

Nick L.

“I’m done here for the day and now I’m heading to work. I spent some time this morning editing Wikipedia. I’m a frequent user of the Library so I saw the construction. I live close enough that I’ll use this space often.”

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ARTS & CULTURE AT BPL

A Swingin’ Good Time Join us every Wednesday evening this summer for the Plaza Swing Series at Central Library! Come early for dance lessons at 6:30 pm; the band takes the “stage” at 7 pm. Rain dates are the following Thursdays unless otherwise noted. Matt Munisteri & His Syncopated Detonators Munisteri leads his band through the swinging music of the 1920s to 1940s. June 5 Nu d’Lux This band blends Afro-Cuban and Afro-Puerto Rican vocal stylings, the Cuban tres guitar, violin, trombone, trumpet and a modern-groove rhythm section of New York’s finest percussionists. June 12 Paul Shapiro’s Ribs & Brisket Revue Shapiro adds a little Yiddish flavoring to hardswinging jump blues. Vocal powerhouse Cilla Owens lends her talents to this eclectic mash-up. June 19

Eliano Bráz: The Forró Fiddler Bráz and his Forró group fuse the popular Brazilian music from the Northeastern region of the country with complex rhythms and lyrical melodies. This event is part of Brasil Summerfest. July 24 Harlem Blues & Jazz Band Featuring Zeke Mullins on keys; Michael Max Fleming on bass; Jackie Williams, drums; Fred Staton on tenor sax; Ruth Brisbane on vocals; and Joey Morant on trumpet and flugelhorn. July 31

Exhibitions at Central Library June 13 – August 31

Created in Brooklyn • by Randy Duchaine Duchaine’s photographs feature a diversity of people in Brooklyn who create unique experiences and products. This 20year retrospective is an ongoing project representing a variety of Brooklyn art, culture and business. Grand Lobby Created in Brooklyn: A Series of Conversations Programs featuring subjects from the Randy Duchaine exhibition. Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8 pm June 19 & 26, July 10 & 17 Information Commons Lab ▼

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Swingtime Big Band This 20-piece band plays authentic recreations of the timeless swing music of such great Big Band leaders as Count Basie, Artie Shaw and many others. In case of rain, event will be held in the ballroom of Union Temple at 17 Eastern Parkway. June 26 Mona’s Hot Four Clarinetist Dennis Lichtman leads the quartet through traditional jazz gems with vocalist Tama Korn. July 10 Paulo Stagnaro Quartet This rising percussionist and composer leads his band through salsa, timba, bolero and cha cha cha. July 17 The Plaza Swing Series is made possible in part with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

Celebrating a Century of Girl-Scouting: 1913 – 2013

Celebrating a Century of Girl-Scouting: 1913 – 2013 • by the Girl Scouts of Greater New York This exhibition celebrates the Girl Scouts of Greater New York Centennial (1913 – 2013), and includes archival prints, historical uniforms, books, troop crafts and quilts, as well as photographs documenting important moments in the Girl Scouts’ history. Youth Wing & Lobby Gallery ▼

Lunchapalooza! Have lunch with us on the Plaza every Wednesday in June! Enjoy some delicious fare, story time and music for the whole family. A different food truck will be parked right outside Central Library each week on the Plaza starting at 11:30 am. Check out the midday entertainment waiting for you at BPL’s Lunchapalooza: Ocean Motion An underwater adventure! With Liz Parker. June 19, 11:30 am

Susan Pereira & Sabor Brasil Sabor Brasil captivates audiences with its unique and electrifying jazz performances. June 5, 12:30 pm

Nepo Soteri Soteri infuses music of his native Rwanda with American jazz, R&B and Afro-Caribbean beats. June 19, 12:30 pm

Trickster Tales A collection of stories involving sneaky characters. With Flor Bromley. June 12, 11:30 am

Cuentos de mi abuela Bilingual stories from my grandma to you! With Flor Bromley. June 26, 11:30 am

Ariadna Castellanos Castellanos is one of the emerging talents on the Flamenco and jazz scene. June 12, 12:30 pm

At the Dweck Center

Dreams and Dialogues: Artist Books, Assemblages & Other Work • curated by Susan Newmark Fleminger An exhibition by the collage/mixed media workshop at the YMCA Park Slope Armory. Featuring: Amy Adams • Eileen Blank • Della Cohen • Helene Ebenstein • Bill Miller • Lynn Rakos • Bob Rothstein • Carole Turbin • Marlene Weisman • Ronnie Wolff Foyer Cases & Balcony Cases ▼ Dreams and Dialogues: Artist Books, Assemblages & Other Work

New York’s Magic Subway Car What is in this magic subway? With Liz Parker. June 5, 11:30 am

Isle of Klezbos This all-women’s klezmer sextet has a repertoire that ranges from rambunctious to entrancing. June 26, 12:30 pm

Special Programming Ayiti Fasafas: Haitian Vodou in New York City Local Vodou artists and practitioners come together to honor New York City mambos and demonstrate a variety of the Vodou art forms practiced locally. Co-presented by the Center for Traditional Dance and Music’s Haitian Community Cultural Initiative. June 15, 2 pm

What We Wear: Hip Hop Fashion in Brooklyn A display of Hive Fashion’s teen photography project. Dweck Center Lobby View more highlights of these exhibitions at bklynpubliclibrary.org/events/exhibitions.

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DISCOVER HIDDEN TREASURES at Brooklyn Public Library

Starting June 6, sign up at your library or online at summerreading.org.

What better way to spend your summer than at your library? Summer Reading is a great way to connect with other readers and enjoy fun, free activities. Participate today and you can earn a chance to win

Visit summerreading.org to discover lots of exciting online Summer Reading activities. Rate and record books you’ve read on your online reading log Go digital by creating your own avatar Get reading rewards by earning virtual badges Find reading suggestions from other New York readers

Explore a world beyond the books! Uncover something new and exciting at the Library.

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an iPad and other exciting prizes! Ask your librarian for more details.

Central Library Plaza Thursday, June 6, from 10:30 am Start your summer right with a new Summer Reading season at Central Library! Your host Bubbles the Clown will be on hand for fun and games for the whole family. McGraw Hill/Carnagie Kids Present: Elizabeth Mitchell & You Are My Flower Mitchell performs a warm, family-style hootenanny that engages everyone, parent and kids alike, in a fun event that is part celebration and part learning adventure. My City Park When Milo finds out that his favorite city park is going to be torn down and replaced with a shopping mall, he seeks out the help of his two best friends—Odessa the Owl and Bucky the Squirrel. Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark An exhilerating performance and reading from the stars of the current Broadway production. Brooklyn Youth Chorus A rousing performance by the Young Men’s Ensemble, a 20-voice chorus directed by David Harris and raised with the excellence established by the Brooklyn Youth Chorus Academy’s awardwinning treble ensembles. Other Attractions Include: Balloon sculpture Face painting

And more!

Looking for kickoff events at your neighborhood library? All branch locations will host Summer Reading registration from 2 to 4 pm on Thursday, June 6.

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Please contact your library to confirm events as they are subject to change.

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This summer, Discover Hidden Treasures within the pages of these exciting books. To see more suggestions, pick up a booklist at your library.

Babies

Toddlers

Preschool & Pre-K

Grades K – 1

All Fall Down by Helen Oxenbury Have a bouncy bed time!

Clip-Clop! by Nicola Smee Take a ride with Mr. Horse.

Baby Dance by Ann Taylor; Marjorie van Heerden (Illus.) Daddy and baby put on their dancing shoes.

Dinosaur vs. Bedtime by Bob Shea Who will win?

Bebé Goes Shopping by Susan Middleton Elya; Steven Salerno (Illus.) Take a trip to the supermercado!

A Splendid Friend, Indeed by Suzanne Bloom A persistent goose wins over a grumpy polar bear.

The Carrot Seed by Ruth Krauss; Crockett Johnson (Illus.) Sometimes a little patience goes a long way.

Bread and Jam for Frances by Russell Hoban; Lillian Hoban (Illus.) Will Frances keep eating just bread and jam forever?

Dinosaurs, Dinosaurs by Byron Barton Big, extinct and awesome!

My Best Friend by Mary Ann Rodman; E.B. Lewis (Illus.) Tamika is Lily’s best friend. She just doesn’t know it yet.

Kiss, Tickle, Cuddle, Hug by Susan Musgrave Can you guess how the babies feel in these lively photos? Peekaboo Baby by Sebastien Braun Play baby’s favorite game with flaps galore! Yawn by Sally Symes; Nick Sharratt (Illus.) Get ready for bed with animal friends.

In the Ocean by Salina Yoon Dive in to sea life! Little Mister by Randy DuBurke There’s no stopping this guy! Old Mother Hubbard Illustrated by Jane Cabrera A favorite nursery rhyme comes to life.

Rosie’s Walk by Pat Hutchins Can Rosie the hen outfox the fox? The Ugly Vegetables by Grace Lin Get ready for a tasty surprise!

Rocks and Minerals by Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld From molten lava to dazzling gemstones, find out about your favorite rocks. (J 552 Z) Snakes Slither and Hiss by Fiona Lock Scales, forked tongues and flying tree snakes, oh my! (J 597.96 L)

Grades 2 – 3

Grades 4 – 5

Middle School

High School

The Trouble with Chickens: A J. J. Tully Mystery by Doreen Cronin; Kevin Cornell (Illus.) A retired search-and-rescue dog turned detective is hired to find some missing chicks.

How Tía Lola Saved the Summer by Julia Alvarez Miguel thinks he’s going to have the worst summer ever stuck with a bunch of girls, but surprises are in store.

Elijah of Buxton by Christopher Paul Curtis The most famous kid in town faces down a two-faced lying preacher.

Black Hole Sun by David Macinnis Gill Buckle your seatbelts for adventure, horror and cannibals on Mars!

Friends with Boys by Faith Erin Hicks A lonely teen makes friends outside of her three goofy brothers and deals with an annoying ghost.

The Eleventh Plague by Jeff Hirsch What happens when the world you thought you knew is turned upside down?

Nikki & Deja: Birthday Blues by Karen English; Laura Freeman (Illus.) What do you do when your archenemy plans a party on the same day as your birthday? Zapato Power: Freddie Ramos Zooms to the Rescue by Jacqueline Jules; Miguel Benítez (Illus.) Using his super-speedy shoes and new silver goggles, Freddie solves the mystery of the strange purple squirrel. Wiggling Worms at Work by Wendy Pfeffer; Steve Jenkins (Illus.) Learn how worms help plants to grow. (J 592.64 P) TB Knockin’ On Wood: Starring Peg Leg Bates by Lynne Barasch Despite losing his leg at 12, this African American went on to become a world-famous tap dancer. (JB Bates B)

The City of Ember: The Graphic Novel by Jeanne DuPrau; adapted by Dallas Middaugh; Niklas Asker (Illus.) Two children seek answers and a way to escape a dying city. Camo Girl by Kekla Magoon When Ella meets the only other African American kid in her school, will she betray her best friend for him? Ninth Ward by Jewell Parker Rhodes Twelve-year-old Lanesha and her adopted grandmother struggle to survive Hurricane Katrina. The Fantastic Undersea Life of Jacques Cousteau by Dan Yaccarino Meet the man behind the snorkel and learn about the life of this famous deep-sea explorer. (JB Cousteau Y)

Scrawl: A Novel by Mark Shulman There’s more to this bully than meets the eye.

Resistance Vol. 1 by Carla Jablonski; Leland Purvis (Illus.) A comic where kids and teens fight back against the Nazis.

Spilling Ink: A Young Writer’s Handbook by Anne Mazer & Ellen Potter; Matt Phelan (Illus.) The perfect guide for new writers and old pros. (808.3 M)

The Book of Styling: An Insider’s Guide to Creating Your Own Look by Somer Flaherty For budding fashionistas: the ultimate tips. (391 F)

Frida: ¡Viva La Vida! Long Live Life! by Carmen T. Bernier-Grand Wracked with pain, see how Frida lived life to the fullest. (811 B)

The Dark Game: True Spy Stories from Invisible Ink to CIA Moles by Paul B. Janeczko Believe it or not, truth is always stranger than fiction. (327.1273 J)

Packing for Mars: The Curious Science of Life in the Void by Mary Roach The popular science writer describes the weirdness of interplanetary travel and answers all your questions about living in outer space. (571.0919 R)

Lost in Shangri-la: A True Story of Survival, Adventure, and the Most Incredible Rescue Mission of World War II by Mitchell Zuckoff After their airplane crashes in New Guinea in 1945, two U.S. soldiers and a WAC meet a primitive tribe who think they are spirits, before they are rescued by paratroopers. (940.548 Z)

Adults

Birds of Paradise by Diana Abu-Jaber A teenage runaway living on the gritty streets of Miami must deal with the secret behind her flight from her family as her 18th birthday and a hurricane approach.

Chango’s Beads and Two-Tone Shoes by William Kennedy A chance encounter with Ernest Hemingway leads a reporter on an exciting life journey, from riots in Albany to the rise of revolutionaries in Cuba to the death of Robert Kennedy.

Please contact your library to confirm events as they are subject to change.

Please Look After Mom by Kyung-sook Shin A South Korean family reflects on how they’ve taken their mother for granted after she goes missing in the crowds of the Seoul Station subway.

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WHAT WE’RE READING Fiction

Nonfiction By the Light of My Father’s Smile: A Novel by Alice Walker (Fic Walker) The story of an American family who lives among an endangered band of mixed-race Blacks and Indians.

The Lake House by Marci Nault (Fic Nault) Haunted by tragic memories, a former actress returns to the lakeside town she left behind many years before, and befriends a young travel writer.

In the Long Run: A Father, a Son, and Unintentional Lessons in Happiness by Jim Axelrod (B Axelrod I) A former chief White House correspondent reveals how he learned about his late father’s marathon achievements and resolved to run the 2009 New York City Marathon himself.

Gilead by Marilynne Robinson (Fic Robinson) As the Reverend John Ames approaches the hour of his own death, he writes a letter to his son chronicling three previous generations of his family.

The Mermaid of Brooklyn by Amy Shearn (Fic Shearn) A former up-and-coming magazine editor is now an average, stretched-too-thin Brooklyn mom, tackling the challenges of raising two children in a cramped Park Slope walk-up.

My Fathers’ Daughter: A Story of Family and Belonging by Hannah Pool (B Pool M) A beauty journalist from London recounts her visit to a tiny African village where her biological mother had died giving birth to her.

April Morning by Howard Fast (Fic Fast) The Battle of Lexington becomes 15-year-old Adam Cooper’s initiation into manhood.

The Movement of Stars by Amy Brill (Fic Brill) A young Quaker quietly strives to discover a comet that will win her recognition by the King of Denmark and falls in love with a young whaler from the Azores.

1776 by David McCullough (973.3 M) A history of the American Revolution that draws on personal correspondence and period diaries.

The Fort: A Novel of the Revolutionary War by Bernard Cornwell (Fic Cornwall) A fictionalized account of the Penobscot Expedition of the American Revolution.

Table for Seven: A Novel by Whitney Gaskell (Fic Gaskell) Over the course of a year, seven friends find relationships forged and tested against the backdrop of monthly dinner parties.

American Creation: Triumphs and Tragedies at the Founding of the Republic by Joseph J. Ellis (973.3 E) An examination of the early years of the American Republic.

Interested in our downloadable media? Visit bklynpubliclibrary.org and click eBooks and More for our catalog of digital resources. Thank you to BPL’s selection librarians for their help in choosing titles.

WHAT YOU’RE READING

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Human Services student Carolyn F. was combing the stacks for a copy of Egyptian Book of the Dead to help with her research. She is interested in sociology, and how people live together and interact. This summer, in addition to being occupied with her undergraduate studies, Carolyn plans to keep reading lots of eBooks; she recommends The Letters of Abelard and Heloise, an intense historical collection of 12th century correspondence.

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Bernard D. visits Central Library two or three times a week to study. He occasionally takes time away from schoolwork to enjoy memoirs, autobiographies and social development books, including Jacqueline Novogratz’s The Blue Sweater and My Grandfather’s Blessings by Rachel Naomi Remen.

Spotted at the check-out desk with an armful of books, Jean S. prefers reading about history and philosophy, as well as biographies and the occasional mystery (she recently discovered novelist Anita Shreve). Retired, Jean reads about three books a week, and will often borrow DVDs from Central Library to watch with her 11-year-old granddaughter.

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JUNE ARLINGTON LIBRARY Skills Training & Employment Program (Adults) Meet one-on-one with library staff to update or start a resume. Registration required. Tuesdays, 1 pm BAY RIDGE LIBRARY Book Discussion: All Over the Map by Laura Frasier (Adults) Tuesday, Jun 11, 6:30 pm Tween Time Join your friends for some exciting after-school activities. Tuesdays, 4 pm BEDFORD LIBRARY Teen Time Enjoy books, games and music. Wednesday, Jun 26, 3:30 pm Knitting Circle (All Ages) Knitters of all levels are welcome. Please bring your own needles and yarn. Wednesdays, 5 pm BOROUGH PARK LIBRARY Story Play: Puzzles & Games (Kids) Enjoy stories with ageappropriate toys and games. Tuesdays, Jun 11 & 25, 3 pm Computer Basics Class (Adults) Learn computer skills. Classes in English and Spanish; registration required. Wednesdays, 11 am After-School Homework Help (Kids) Wednesdays, 4 pm Mondays, 4 pm No session Jun 26 BRIGHTON BEACH LIBRARY Guitar Workshop (Adults) Wednesdays, Jun 5 & 19, 4 pm Arts & Crafts (Kids) Fridays, Jun 7 & 28, 4 pm Toddler Time (18 – 36 mos.) Enjoy stories and play. Fridays, 11 am BROWER PARK LIBRARY Chess Workshop (All Ages) Learn to play chess. Wednesdays, 3 pm Crochet Workshop (Adults) Wednesdays, 5 pm Computer Basics Class (Adults) For beginners only. Thursdays, 10:30 am BUSHWICK LIBRARY Arts & Crafts (Kids) Create a new project each week. Wednesdays, Jun 5 & 19, 4 pm Toddler Story Time (Birth to Five Years) Listen to songs and hear stories. Wednesdays, 11:30 am No session Jun 26 Hive Fashion Teen Time Interested in teen fashion? Learn fashion photography and document new styles! Thursdays, 5 pm No session Jun 27

BUSINESS & CAREER LIBRARY One-on-One Legal Assistance (Adults) Volunteers from the Neighborhood Entrepreneur Law Project (NELP) answer your questions about commercial leases, contracts, intellectual property and legal structures. Appointments must be made through the Small Business Development Corporation at 718.797.0187. Tuesday, Jun 18, 5:30 pm CARROLL GARDENS LIBRARY Senior Wellness Program Chair exercises, stretching and yoga. Tuesday, Jun 4, 10 am Wednesday, Jun 5, 10 am Thursday, Jun 6, 10 am Basement Auditorium

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Come be creative with painting, drawing and other fun arts and crafts! Monday, Jun 10, 3:30 pm

Arts & Crafts (Kids) Have fun doing arts and crafts. Wednesday, Jun 26, 3:30 pm

Toddler Time (18 – 36 mos.) Enjoy stories and play. Wednesday, Jun 12, 11:30 am

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Chess Workshop (Kids) Learn chess with Sam Barsky. Thursdays, 3:30 pm

After-School Homework Help (Kids) Mondays, Jun 3 & 10, 3 pm Tuesdays, Jun 4 & 11, 3 pm Thursdays, Jun 6 & 13, 3 pm Local Author Series: Clay McLeod Chapman (Adults) Chapman will read from his new young adult novel The Tribe: Homeroom Headhunters. Sponsored by the Cortelyou Library Friends Group. Saturday, Jun 8, 3 pm Babies & Books (Birth to Five Years) Tuesdays, 10:30 am

GRAVESEND LIBRARY Talking Circle (Adults) Adults and seniors: Talk about various topics and share life experiences. Wednesday, Jun 19, 2 pm Knitting & Crochet Circle (Adults) Brush up on your skills and have fun! Bring a crochet hook or knitting needles and worsted weight yarn. Mondays, 2 pm

Toddler Time (18 – 36 mos.) Enjoy stories and play. Wednesdays, 11 am CROWN HEIGHTS LIBRARY No session Jun 19 Book Adventures (Kids) Computer Basics Class Transport yourself to different (Adults) GREENPOINT LIBRARY worlds with books and factual No experience necessary. insights. Program is followed Mondays, 10:30 am Read & Play (Birth to Five by a craft or an activity. Wednesdays, 10:30 am Years) Recommended for ages 5 to 12. No session Jun 24 Children hear stories, make Thursday, Jun 6, 4 pm friends and play! Open to Basement Storytelling Room children with or without Story Play (Birth to Five special needs. Years) Children’s French Films Play with toys and hear stories. Mondays, 10:30 am (Kids) Thursdays, 10:30 am For ages 6 to 10. Computer Basics Class Friday, Jun 7, 3:30 pm (Adults) Kids’ Time Basement Auditorium No experience necessary. Children play chess, checkers, Wednesdays, 1:30 pm dominoes and more. CENTRAL LIBRARY Fridays, 3:30 pm After-School Stories (Kids) Brooklyn Open (Teens) Hear stories, sing songs and An open mic for poets, spoken CYPRESS HILLS LIBRARY make something fun! Open word artists, emcees, scholars to children with or without and activists. Arrive early to get After-School Drama special needs. Program (Kids) on the list. Thursdays, 4:30 pm For ages 7 to 11. Registration Monday, Jun 3, 5 pm required. Dweck Center Wednesday, Jun 5, 4 pm HIGHLAWN LIBRARY Internet Class 2 (Adults) Book Discussion (Adults) Learn how to explore, navigate Resume Writing (Adults) Call for title. Wednesday, Jun 26, 1 pm and search the web. Presented Wednesday, Jun 19, 5 pm by New York Cares. Saturday, Jun 15, 10 am & DYKER LIBRARY 4 pm HOMECREST LIBRARY Looking Back, Moving Room 216 Forward: Music of the 1940s Father’s Day Craft (Kids) Thursday, Jun 13, 4 pm (Seniors) Ezra Jack Keats Bedtime Participants revisit songs Stories (Kids) while working on their musicMovie (Adults) Hear stories, get a free book! reading, and individual vocal Call for title. For ages 3 to 7. and collaborative part-singing Mondays, 1:30 pm Thursday, Jun 27, 7 pm skills. Along with backgrounds Youth Wing on the songs and their Story Play (Birth to Five composers, we will discuss Years) Microsoft PowerPoint Class 1 historical and cultural aspects Play with toys and hear stories. (Adults) of the 1940s. Wednesdays, 11 am Basic computer knowledge Fridays, Jun 7, 14 & 21, 1 pm required. Presented by New York Cares. English Conversation Group KINGS BAY LIBRARY Saturday, Jun 29, 10 am & (Adults) NORC Silver Sneakers 4 pm Mondays, 10:15 am (Seniors) Room 216 Tuesdays, 1 pm Advanced ESOL Watercolor Painting: An Conversation Group (Adults) GameSpace: Teen Gaming Introduction to an Elegant Mondays, 12 pm Ancient Art (Seniors) Wednesdays, 3:45 pm Tuesdays, 2:30 pm Dweck Center Chess Class (Teens) FLATLANDS LIBRARY Learn to play chess. Advanced Chinese Studies in Arts & Crafts (Kids) Thursdays, 3:30 pm Tuesdays, Jun 11 & 25, The I-Ching (Adults) 3:30 pm Join the discussion on The KINGS HIGHWAY LIBRARY I-Ching, one of the oldest Internet Basics (Adults) Chinese classic philosophies. Computer Basics Class Basic computer knowledge In Chinese. (Adults) required. Saturdays, 2:30 pm In Russian. Wednesday, Jun 12, 11 am Tuesdays, Jun 4, 11 & 18, 11 am CLARENDON LIBRARY Computer Basics Class (Adults) No experience necessary. Tuesday, Jun 4, 1:30 pm GameSpace: Wii / PS3 Gaming (Teens) Make new friends and play games. Thursdays, 3:30 pm Fridays, Jun 7 & 21, 3:30 pm No session Jun 27

Preschool Story Time (Kids) For ages 3 to 5. Wednesdays, 11 am FORT HAMILTON LIBRARY New York Cares: Love a Library (All Ages) Enjoy a morning of storytelling, arts and crafts. Saturday, Jun 8, 10 am

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Homework Help (Kids) Tuesdays, 4 pm Lifetime Arts: Scenes from Our Lives (Seniors) Create scenes and short plays based on your own life memories and stories. Registration required. Wednesdays, 2 pm

Peek-a-Boo Time (6 – 12 mos.) Come enjoy stories, songs and finger-plays with other prewalkers and their caregivers! Mondays, 10:30 am Preschool Story Time (Kids) Come enjoy stories, songs and finger-plays! For ages 3 to 5. Fridays, 10:30 am No session Jun 28 MACON LIBRARY Knitting & Crocheting (Teens) Learn to knit and crochet with Hannah Howard. Saturdays, Jun 8 & 22, 10 am Scrabble (All Ages) Mondays, 3:30 pm Babies & Books (0 – 18 mos.) Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. Wednesdays, 11 am

Story Craft (Birth to Five Years) Hear a story, make a craft. Thursdays, 3:30 pm No session Jun 27 Resume Writing (Adults) Get help putting together a resume that will stand out. Fridays, 10 am RUGBY LIBRARY Arts & Crafts (Kids) Wednesday, Jun 5, 3:30 pm Story Play (Birth to Five Years) Listen to stories, play with toys. Fridays, 10:30 am SARATOGA LIBRARY After-School Stories (Kids) Hear stories, sing songs and make something fun. Open to children with or without special needs. Tuesdays, 4:30 pm Read & Play (Birth to Five Years) Children hear stories, make friends and play! Open to children with or without special needs. Wednesdays, 10:30 am

MAPLETON LIBRARY Internet Basics Class (Adults) SHEEPSHEAD BAY LIBRARY Basic computer skills required. Book Discussion (Adults) Wednesday, Jun 19, 1 pm Call for title. Wednesday, Jun 5, 2 pm Arts & Crafts (Teens) Have fun making arts and Arts & Crafts (Kids) crafts with others. Create your own unique crafts! Wednesday, Jun 19, 4 pm Wednesdays, 4 pm Chess (All Ages) Learn and play chess with other kids and teens. Tuesdays, 3:30 pm No session Jun 4 MIDWOOD LIBRARY Crochet Club (Adults) Thursdays, 2 pm 2nd Floor Meeting Room MILL BASIN LIBRARY Babies & Books (0 – 18 mos.) Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. Wednesdays, 1 pm NEW LOTS LIBRARY Library GameSpace: Wii Wednesdays (Teens & Tweens) Wednesday, Jun 5, 4 pm GameSpace: Family Game Night (All Ages) Wednesday, Jun 19, 6 pm Babies & Books / Story Time (Birth to Five Years) Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. Wednesdays, 1 pm NEW UTRECHT LIBRARY Computer Basics Class (Seniors) No experience necessary. Registration required. Tuesday, Jun 4, 1:15 pm Wednesday, Jun 5, 1:15 pm Philosophy Discussion Group (Adults) Discuss philosophical topics suggested by members of the group. Fridays, Jun 7 & 28, 3:30 pm Arts & Crafts (Teens) Tuesday, Jun 18, 4 pm PACIFIC LIBRARY After-School Homework Help (Kids) Tuesdays, 4 pm Wednesdays, 3 pm Thursdays, 3 pm No sessions Jun 25 – 27

Chess Workshop (All Ages) Fridays, 3:30 pm SPRING CREEK LIBRARY After-School Homework Help (Kids) Mondays, Jun 3, 10 & 17, 3 pm Chess Workshop (All Ages) Wednesdays, 5:45 pm SUNSET PARK LIBRARY The David Bindman Ensemble: A Concert (Adults) Bindman’s new works incorporate rhythms and musical forms from around the globe. Friday, Jun 7, 4 pm Preschool Story Time (Kids) Enjoy stories, songs, playtime and other fun activities. For ages 3 to 5. Tuesdays, Jun 11 & 25, 11 am Tween & Teen Time Enjoy books, games and music. Fridays, 3:30 pm WILLIAMSBURGH LIBRARY English Conversation Group (Adults) Practice English in an informal and fun setting. Tuesdays, 6 pm Babies & Books (0 – 18 mos.) Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. Fridays, 11 am Hive Fashion Teen Time Photograph your favorite street fashion and participate in a photography exhibit. Fridays, 4 pm WINDSOR TERRACE LIBRARY Tween Gaming Tuesdays, Jun 11 & 18, 4 pm Thursdays, Jun 13 & 20, 4 pm

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Brooklyn Public Library is closed on July 4. ARLINGTON LIBRARY Skills Training & Employment Program (Adults) Meet one-on-one with library staff to update or start a resume. Registration required. Tuesdays, 1 pm BAY RIDGE LIBRARY Tween Time Join your friends for some exciting activities. Tuesdays, 4 pm BEDFORD LIBRARY Teen Time Enjoy books, games and music. Wednesday, Jul 24, 3:30 pm Knitting Circle (All Ages) Knitters of all levels are welcome. Please bring your own needles and yarn. Wednesdays, 5 pm BOROUGH PARK LIBRARY Story Play: Puzzles & Games (Kids) Enjoy stories games and puzzles with friends. Tuesdays, Jul 9 & 23, 3 pm English Conversation Group (Adults) Practice English in an informal and fun setting. Tuesdays, 6 pm BRIGHTON BEACH LIBRARY Arts & Crafts (Kids) Wednesdays, 3 pm Guitar Workshop (Adults) Learn how to play. Wednesdays, 4 pm No session Jul 24 Toddler Time (18 – 36 mos.) Enjoy stories and play. Fridays, 11 am BROWER PARK LIBRARY Arts & Crafts (Kids) Wednesday, Jul 3, 2 pm Board Games (All Ages) Play a variety of popular board games. Monday through Friday, 10:30 am Crochet Workshop (Adults) Wednesdays, 5 pm BUSHWICK LIBRARY Toddler Story Time (Birth to Five Years) Listen to songs and hear stories. Wednesdays, Jul 24 & 31, 11:30 am

customers coming back. Please register by visiting bklynpubliclibrary.org/ locations/business/events or calling 718.623.7000 (option 4). Tuesday, Jul 16, 6 pm Dweck Center Putting Your Website to Work: New Tools for Increasing Sales (Adults) Learn how to attract customers to your website using search engine optimization. Please register by visiting bklynpubliclibrary.org/ locations/business/events or calling 718.623.7000 (option 4). Tuesday, Jul 30, 6 pm Dweck Center Watercolor Painting: An Introduction to an Elegant Ancient Art (Seniors) A Lifetime Arts, Inc. program. Tuesdays, 2:30 pm Dweck Center No session Jul 30

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GREENPOINT LIBRARY Ethnic Greenpoint: Polish & Spanish Poetry Reading (Adults) Polish and Spanish poets read their work in their native language and in English. Saturday, Jul 20, 6:30 pm Read & Play (Birth to Five Years) Children hear stories, make friends and play. Open to children with or without special needs. Mondays, 10:30 am After-School Stories (Kids) Hear stories, sing songs and make something fun. Open to children with or without special needs. Thursdays, 4:30 pm

CLARENDON LIBRARY Internet Workshop: Free Money for College (Adults) Learn about scholarships, grants and more. Wednesday, Jul 10, 1:30 pm Arts & Crafts (Kids) Have fun doing arts & crafts. Wednesdays, Jul 10 & 24, 2:30 pm Story Play (Kids) Play with toys and hear stories. For ages 3 to 5. Fridays, 11:30 am

CYPRESS HILLS LIBRARY Resume Writing (Adults) Wednesday, Jul 24, 1 pm FLATLANDS LIBRARY Arts & Crafts (Kids) Tuesdays, Jul 9 & 23, 2 pm

Toddler Time (18 to 36 mos.) Enjoy stories and play. Fridays, 11 am GRAVESEND LIBRARY Book Discussion (Adults) Join us for our popular, lively book discussions. Thursday, Jul 18, 2 pm Story Play (Birth to Five Years) Play with toys and hear stories. Friday, Jul 26, 11 am

Board Games (All Ages) Games for kids and teens. Tuesdays, 3 pm No session Jul 2 MIDWOOD LIBRARY Crochet Club (Adults) Thursdays, 2 pm 2nd Floor Meeting Room

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NEW LOTS LIBRARY GameSpace: Family Game Night (All Ages) An evening of fun and games. Wednesday, Jul 17, 6 pm Book Club (Adults) Call for title. Wednesday, Jul 24, 6 pm

Book Discussion (Adults) Wednesday, Jul 17, 5 pm HOMECREST LIBRARY

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Board Games (Teens) Mondays, 2:30 pm

Lanyard Crafts (Teens) Create designs with plastic string. Thursday, Jul 11, 2:30 pm

Bingo (Adults) Tuesdays, 1:30 pm Arts & Crafts (Kids) Tuesdays, 2:30 pm JAMAICA BAY LIBRARY

Celebrating 40 Years at Jamaica Bay Library CORTELYOU LIBRARY Happy 40th birthday, Jamaica Bay! Stop in for a Babies & Books fun celebration for all ages. (Birth to Five Years) Celebration begins at Tuesdays, 10:30 am 11:30 am Open House at 1 pm CROWN HEIGHTS LIBRARY Arts & Crafts for kids at 2 pm Arts & Crafts (Kids) Wednesdays, 3:30 pm KINGS BAY LIBRARY Story Play (Birth to Five NORC Silver Sneakers Years) Play with toys and hear stories. (Seniors) Tuesdays, 1 pm Thursdays, 10:30 am Kids’ Time Children play chess, checkers, dominoes and more. Fridays, 3:30 pm

Arts & Crafts (Kids) Make arts and crafts while having fun with other kids. Mondays, 3 pm No session Jul 1

Babies & Books / Story Time (Birth to Five Years) Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. Wednesdays, 1 pm

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Microsoft Word Class Arts & Crafts (Kids) (Adults) Wednesdays, Jul 24 & 31, 2 pm Basic computer knowledge required. Wednesday, Jul 24, 11 am CENTRAL LIBRARY Brooklyn Open (Teens) An open mic for poets, spoken word artists, emcees, scholars and activists. Arrive early to get on the list. Monday, Jul 1, 5 pm Dweck Center

Toddler Time (18 to 36 mos.) Enjoy stories and play. Wednesdays, 11 am

GameSpace: Teen Gaming Wednesdays, 3:45 pm Chess Class (Teens) Learn to play chess. Thursdays, 3:30 pm

English Conversation Group (Adults) Practice English in an informal and fun setting. Thursdays, 1 pm LEONARD LIBRARY Peek-a-Boo Time (6 – 12 mos.) Come enjoy stories, songs and finger-plays with other pre-walkers and their caregivers! Monday, Jul 1, 10:30 am MAPLETON LIBRARY Making & Breaking Codes (Teens) Learn about invisible ink, ciphers and modern computer encryption, and make some codes of your own. Wednesday, Jul 31, 4 pm

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Philosophy Discussion Group (Adults) Friday, Jul 19, 3:30 pm Tween Time Join your friends for some exciting activities. Fridays, 4 pm RUGBY LIBRARY Arts & Crafts (Kids) Wednesday, Jul 3, 2:30 pm Story Play (Birth to Five Years) Listen to stories, play with toys. Fridays, 10:30 am SARATOGA LIBRARY Read & Play (Birth to Five Years) Children hear stories, make friends and play! Program open to children with or without special needs. Wednesday, Jul 3, 10:30 am SHEEPSHEAD BAY LIBRARY

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Arts & Crafts (Kids) Create your own unique crafts! Wednesdays, 4 pm Knitting Club (Seniors) Learn to knit and make new friends. Fridays, 11 am Chess Workshop (All Ages) Fridays, 3:30 pm SUNSET PARK LIBRARY Babies & Toddlers Time (Birth to Three Years) Enjoy books, songs, rhymes and playtime. Tuesdays, 10:30 am No session Jul 9 Knitting (Adults) Fridays, 3:30 pm

Brooklyn Public Library would like to recognize and thank our volunteers. Over 1,500 Library volunteers have helped establish our neighborhood libraries as centers for cultural exchange and enrichment, empowerment and success. Adult Literacy Tutors • After-School Homework Helpers • Book Buddies • Computer Coaches • English Conversation Group Leaders • First Five Years Volunteers • Multicultural Interns • Program Assistants • Reading Troubadours • Resume Coaches • Shelf Organizers • Today’s Teens, Tomorrow’s Techies • Welcome Ambassadors To volunteer visit us online at bklynpubliclibrary.org/support/volunteer or call 718.230.2100.

Tween & Teen Time WILLIAMSBURGH LIBRARY Enjoy books, games and music. GameSpace: Family Gaming Fridays, 3:30 pm Night (All Ages) To volunteer visit us online at Play Wii, PlayStation and www.brooklynpubliclibrary.org/support/volunteer ULMER PARK LIBRARY board games with the or call 718.230.2100. whole family. Story Play (Kids) Tuesday, Jul 30, 5 pm For ages 2 to 5. Wednesdays, 11 am English Conversation Group No session Jul 3 (Adults) Practice English in an informal Chess (Teens) and fun setting. Fridays, 3 pm Tuesdays, 6 pm No session Jul 5 Babies & Books (0 – 18 mos.) Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. Fridays, 11 am

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Brooklyn Public Library is closed on August 31. ARLINGTON LIBRARY Skills Training & Employment Program (Adults) Meet one-on-one with library staff to update or start a resume. Registration required. Tuesdays, 1 pm BAY RIDGE LIBRARY Book Discussion: Too Bright to Hear Too Loud to See by Juliann Garey (Adults) Tuesday, Aug 13, 6:30 pm Tween Time Join your friends for some exciting activities. Tuesdays, 4 pm BEDFORD LIBRARY Teen Time Enjoy books, games and music. Wednesday, Aug 28, 3:30 pm Knitting Circle (All Ages) Knitters of all levels are welcome. Please bring your own needles and yarn. Wednesdays, 5 pm BOROUGH PARK LIBRARY Story Play: Puzzles & Games (Kids) Younger children enjoy ageappropriate stories, toys and games; school-age children play puzzles and board games. Tuesdays, Aug 13 & 27, 3 pm English Conversation Group (Adults) Practice English in an informal and fun setting. Tuesdays, 6 pm

Knitting & Crochet Circle (Adults) Brooklyn Open (Teens) Bring a crochet hook or An open mic for poets, spoken knitting needles and worsted word artists, emcees, scholars weight yarn. and activists. Arrive early to get Mondays, 2 pm on the list. Monday, Aug 5, 5 pm Toddler Time (18 – 36 mos.) Dweck Center Enjoy stories and play. CENTRAL LIBRARY

Watercolor Painting: Exhibition & Party (Seniors) A Lifetime Arts, Inc. program. Tuesday, Aug 13, 2:30 pm Dweck Center Philosophy Discussion Group (Adults) Wednesday, Aug 28, 2 pm Elsie Smith Room CLARENDON LIBRARY GameSpace: Wii / PS3 Gaming (Teens) Make new friends and play Wii and Playstation games. Thursdays, 2:30 pm Fridays, Aug 2 & 16, 2:30 pm No sessions Aug 22 & 29 Internet Workshop: Free Money for College (Adults) Learn about scholarships, grants and more. Wednesday, Aug 14, 1:30 pm Story Play (Birth to Five Years) Play with toys and hear stories. Fridays, 11:30 am No session Aug 30 CORTELYOU LIBRARY Babies & Books (Birth to Five Years) Tuesdays, 10:30 am

Wednesdays, 11 am GREENPOINT LIBRARY Greenpoint Collage Club (Adults) Make your own mixed-media collages and collage projects while exploring different techniques. Some collage materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own. Saturday, Aug 24, 11 am

Guitar Workshop (Adults) Learn how to play the guitar. Wednesdays, Aug 14 & 28, 4 pm

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CROWN HEIGHTS LIBRARY NORC Silver Sneakers (Seniors) Arts & Crafts (Kids) Tuesdays, 1 pm Wednesdays, 3:30 pm Story Play (Birth to Five Years) Play with toys and hear stories. Thursdays, 10:30 am

GameSpace Teen: Gaming Wednesdays, 3:45 pm Chess Class (Teens) Thursdays, 3:30 pm

Toddler Time (18 – 36 mos.) Enjoy stories and play. Fridays, 11 am

Kids’ Time Children play chess, checkers, dominoes and more. Fridays, 3:30 pm

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Board Games (All Ages) Play a variety of popular board games. Monday through Friday, 10:30 am

Resume Writing (Adults) Wednesday, Aug 28, 1 pm

English Conversation Group (Adults) Practice English in an informal and fun setting. No registration required. Thursdays, 1 pm

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Computer Basics Class: Internet Workshop (Adults) Monday, Aug 12, 1:15 pm

Arts & Crafts (Kids) Make arts and crafts while having fun with other kids. Mondays, Aug 5 & 12, 3 pm Tuesdays, Aug 6 & 13, 3 pm

Crochet Workshop (Adults) Wednesdays, 5 pm Origami (Kids) Try your hand at the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. Fridays, 2 pm BUSHWICK LIBRARY Toddler Story Time (Birth to Five Years) Listen to songs and hear stories. Wednesdays, 11:30 am No session Aug 28 Arts & Crafts (Kids) Create a new project each week. Wednesdays, 2 pm No session Aug 28 CARROLL GARDENS LIBRARY Children’s French Films (Kids) For ages 6 to 10. Friday, Aug 2, 3:30 pm Auditorium

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Scavenger Hunt (Teens) Put your research and library skills to the test as you track down clues, look for the Library’s hidden treasures and win prizes. Wednesday, Aug 28, 4 pm NEW LOTS LIBRARY GameSpace Family Game Night (All Ages) Wednesday, Aug 21, 6 pm Book Club (Adults) Please call for title. Wednesday, Aug 28, 6 pm

Literary Greenpoint (Adults) A presentation on Greenpoint’s past and contemporary authors Babies & Books / Storytime with a focus on Greenpoint as a (Kids) protagonist in literature. Enjoy books, songs and Sunday, Aug 25, 6:30 pm rhymes. Wednesdays, 1 pm After-School Stories (Kids) Hear stories, sing songs and NEW UTRECHT LIBRARY make something fun. For children with or without Lanyard Crafts (Teens) special needs. Create designs with plastic Thursdays, 4:30 pm string. Thursdays, Aug 1 & 22, HOMECREST LIBRARY 2:30 pm Bingo (Adults) Philosophy Discussion Group Tuesdays, 1:30 pm (Adults) Discuss philosophical topics Movie for Kids suggested by members of the Thursdays, 2:30 pm group. No session Aug 29 Fridays, Aug 2, 16 & 30, 3:30 pm Video Games (Teens)

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Career Information Online (Adults) Search and learn about the best career websites to help you land a job. Wednesday, Aug 14, 1 pm

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Read and Play (Birth to Five Years) Children hear stories, make friends and play. For children with or without special needs. Wednesdays, 10:30 am No session Aug 28 SHEEPSHEAD BAY LIBRARY Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest: “What Labor Day Means To Me” (All Ages) Chalk drawings in the Library front yard. Registration is required. Wednesday, Aug 28, 4 pm English Conversation Group (All Ages) Practice your English in an informal and fun setting. No registration required. Thursdays, 1 pm Knitting Club (Seniors) Fridays, 11 am SUNSET PARK LIBRARY La Hora Magica de los Pequeños (Birth to Five Years) Stories, games, songs, rhymes and fun activities. In Spanish and English. Fridays, 11 am Knitting (Adults) Fridays, 3:30 pm Tween & Teen Time Enjoy books, games and music. Fridays, 3:30 pm ULMER PARK LIBRARY

Tween Time Join your friends for some exciting activities. Fridays, 4 pm

Story Play (Birth to Five Years) Wednesdays, 11 am No session Aug 28

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Chess (Teens) Fridays, 3 pm No session Aug 30

Arts & Crafts (Kids) Wednesday, Aug 7, 2:30 pm Story Play (Birth to Five Years) Listen to stories and play with toys. Fridays, 10:30 am SARATOGA LIBRARY After-School Stories (Kids) Hear stories, sing songs and make something fun. For children with or without special needs. Tuesday, Aug 6, 4:30 pm

WILLIAMSBURGH LIBRARY GameSpace: Family Gaming Night (All Ages) Play PlayStation, Wii and board games with the whole family. Tuesdays, 5 pm Teen Tech Time Explore digital cameras, iPads, new software and more. Wednesdays, 3 pm

Thank you Support for Hive Fashion programs was provided by a grant from the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, administered by Mozilla, and in partnership with Hive Learning Networks. Funding for GameSpace programs is provided by the New York State Library’s Family Literacy Services grant program. Ezra Jack Keats Bedtime Stories is made possible through generous support from the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation. The Child’s Place for Children with Special Needs is partially funded by Coordinated Outreach Library Services aid from the New York State Education Department, administered by the State Library’s Division of Library Development. Additional funding is provided by The Joseph LeRoy and Ann C. Warner Fund, Brooklyn Community Foundation, CVS Caremark Charitable Trust, the Elsam Fund, Stop & Stor, the Rose M. Badgeley Residuary Charitable Trust, Newman’s Own Foundation, Inc., and through endowment funds established by The Joseph LeRoy and Ann C. Warner Fund and the Ilma F. Kern Foundation. Many programs for babies and toddlers are part of Brooklyn Public Library’s First Five Years (FFY) initiative. FFY is supported in part by a generous grant from the Altman Foundation. Additional funding is provided by HSBC, the Edith Glick Shoolman Children’s Foundation and the New York State Parenting Education Partnership. Creative Aging in Our Communities: The New York City Project is a program of Lifetime Arts, Inc. and administered in partnership with Brooklyn Public Library. It is generously supported by the Fan Fox and Leslie R. Samuels Foundation, with additional support from the Laura Jane Musser Fund.

Babies & Books (0 – 18 mos.) Enjoy books, songs and rhymes. Fridays, 11 am

Sing Along (Kids) Come hear Mr. Avrum the librarian play some of your favorite tunes. Thursdays, Aug 8 & 22, 2 pm

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Internet Basics Class (Adults) Basic computer knowledge required. Wednesday, Aug 14, 11 am

You can now apply for a new U.S. passport book or card seven days a week at Central Library, located at 10 Grand Army Plaza.

Toddler Time (18 – 36 mos.) Enjoy stories and play. Fridays, 11 am

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Story Play (Birth to Five Years) Play with toys and hear stories. Fridays, Aug 2, 9 & 23, 11 am

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Beautiful Fabrics

Flying Squirrel

Peter Pizza

1071 Flatbush Avenue

96 N. Sixth Street

2358 80th Street

Blue Mountain Farm Restaurant & Bakery

Ginger Root Café

Picket Fence

633 Vanderbilt Avenue

Fanci-Pooches & Purrs Spa Boutique 470 Sterling Place

Abigail Café & Wine Bar

1695-1697 Utica Avenue 150 Nevins Street

677 Washington Avenue

Brooklyn Stone Boutique

Jay Mills Bridal Department Store 868 Flatbush Avenue

794 Washington Avenue

The Terrace 1692 Utica Avenue

637 Vanderbilt Avenue

Wink Eco Beauty Bar 602 Vanderbilt Avenue

The Wright Corner Computer Services 2800 Kings Highway

Johntines Boutique

Polish Bar 641 Vanderbilt Avenue 470 Myrtle Avenue

Remarkable Events 896 Rogers Avenue

Safe Hands Day Care

332 Malcolm X Boulevard

5101 Clarendon Road 1603 E. 95th Street

Kay Da Barber

Save-A-Thon

554 Vanderbilt Avenue

261 Malcolm X Boulevard

Covenant Ballet Theater

La Vida Shoes

824 Flatbush Avenue 2452 Flatbush Avenue

2085 Coney Island Avenue

5402-04 Fifth Avenue

Diva Desires

Mailzone, Inc.

687A Washington Avenue

2003 Stillwell Avenue

Cataldo’s Restaurant & Pizzeria

4903 Fifth Avenue

Usual Diner

Opening Fall 2012

Brooklyn Circus

Café Shane

Sunset Bagels

1005 Flatbush Avenue

4207 18th Avenue 702 Washington Avenue 1310 Cortelyou Road

Idalias Salon Spa Boutique

366 Myrtle Avenue

4825 Fifth Avenue

Timmy’s Stride Rite Shoes

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Select Services Agency & Driving School 9621 Flatlands Avenue

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