Upcoming Events at the Jericho Public Library

Friday, March 24

10:30 a.m.: ( IN-PERSON) A Chinese Book Discussion: “A Dream of Red Mansions” by Cao Xueqin - “A Dream of Red Mansions” is one of four Chinese classics. The novel takes the four big families in the feudal society as the background and tells a poignant love story. At the same time, it depicts the portraits and lives of people of all classes. It is also the epitome of the rise and fall of a dynasty.

Sunnie Zhang is a columnist who loves reading, food and travel. She will lead a book discussion in Chinese. Copies of the book will be available in Chinese at the Circulation Desk.

Saturday, March 25

10:30 a.m.: Saturday Storytime (Ages Birth to 30 Months) - Join us for this interactive program of Mother Goose rhymes, songs, stories and more!

1:00 p.m.: ( IN-PERSON) The Healing Power of Sound with Ribbons of Light - Lisa and David, of Ribbons of Light, will lead you into a meditative state using the sounds of gongs, crystal singing bowls, alchemy bowls and other relaxing vibrational sound tools. These healing sound frequencies move through the body, mind and soul like waves of water, stimulating and transmuting stagnant energy in order to release anxiety, dissolve negative thoughts and emotions, increasing inner peace and bringing you into energetic balance.

Sunday, March 26

2:00 p.m.: ( IN-PERSON )

Something Special Big Band Brings

Us March Madness - The Something Special Big Band, with its Basie style, is considered to be one of the finest swing/jazz bands in the metropolitan area. The band consists of five saxophones, four trombones, four trumpets and a full rhythm section, along with vocalist Dave Russel, who will sing the “blues” ala Joe Williams. The band's director, Phil Costa, promises that the performance will include 'something special' for everyone. Come join them as they raise the roof at the JPL with a little March Madness!

Tickets are required. Two tickets per person. Non-ticket holders will be seated as space allows.

Monday, March 27

7:00 p.m.: Book Discussion: “Where the Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak (Grades 1–2) - Join us for this book discussion of “Where the Wild Things Are” by Maurice Sendak. Please pick up a copy of the book in the Children’s Room prior to the program and have it the book be read before the program, either by the child or a parent reading to the child. Bring a device to play Kahoot!

Tuesday, March 28

10:30 a.m.: Family Day with PlayHooray (Ages 8 Months to 5 Years) - Enjoy fun family time together singing, dancing and playing.

11:00 a.m.: ( VIRTUAL) Guided Meditation for Self-Healing with Patricia Anderson - Join Pat for one or all of the meditation sessions to bring harmony and balance into your life. Learn the beautiful practice of Jin Shin Jyutsu to help your body heal and keep you relaxed.

2:00 p.m.: ( IN-PERSON) News Currents with Elinor Haber - Join Elinor to participate in an informal exchange about topics of the day -- the international, national and local scene. We’ll focus on trends that affect us now and in the future. Bring your thoughts, issues and a friend to join in the discussion.

7:00 p.m.: Teens: Video Game Tournament: Smash Bros UltimateMario? Link? Pikachu? Why not all of them! Test your mettle and battle your friends to determine who is the true champion in Super Smash Bros Ultimate!

7:00 p.m.: Book Discussion: “Who Was George Washington?” by Roberta Edwards (Grades 3–4) - Join us for this book discussion of “Who Was George Washington?” by Roberta Edwards. Please pick up a copy of the book in the Children’s Room prior to the program and we ask that the book be read before the program, either by the child or a parent reading to the child. Bring a device to play Kahoot!

Wednesday, March 29

2:00 p.m.: ( VIRTUAL ) Art Lecture: “Mary Cassatt - American Impressionist” with Sylvia LaudienMeo - Mary Cassatt is among the most important and innovative American Impressionist painters. She lived as an ex-pat in Paris, working closely with Edgar Degas and other leading artists of the time, exploring modern art techniques. While her work is extremely beautiful, her approach was progressive and even feminist in many ways.

Join Sylvia for an interesting look at this fascinating artist.

Thursday, March 30

1:00 p.m.: ( HYBRID ) The Passionate Reader with Mary Hirdt: “Horse” by Geraldine Brooks

Join Mary as she discusses “Horse” by Geraldine Brooks.

This is a historical fiction about the greatest racehorse in American history. It’s the story of spirit, obsession and injustice. Listeners are welcome!