This Week at the Syosset Public Library

Friday, March 24, at 2:00 p.m.

Diving in the Land of the Pharaohs: The Egyptian Red Sea with Eco-Photo Explorers (HYBRID)

Presenter: Eco-Photo Explorers

In the shadow of the Pyramids of Giza and under the eternal gaze of the Great Sphynx, the Egyptian Red Sea beckons divers to explore its underwater treasure. Journey to these fabled lands. Using photography and video, you will first visit ancient Egyptian monuments before exploring the jaw-dropping marine eco-system of the Red Sea from a liveaboard dive operation. No registration needed for in person or Zoom. For Zoom link, go to syossetlibrary.org.

Sunday, March 26, at 1:00 p.m.

Legends of Country with Stagecoach Band (IN-PERSON)

Enjoy an afternoon of authentic country music. Listen to both modern and traditional country, as well as classic and southern rock. Registration is required. To register, go to syossetlibrary.org.

Tuesday, March 28, at 3:00 p.m.

Afternoon Book Discussion:

“A Speck in the Sea: A Story of Survival and Rescue” by John Aldridge and Anthony Sosinski, 2022 Long Island Reads Selection (IN-PERSON)

Join Jackie Ranaldo, Head of Readers’ Services for an in-person discussion of the 2022 Long Island Reads selection, “A Speck in the Sea: A Story of Survival and Rescue.” Copies of the book will be available at the Circulation Desk one month before the program. No registration needed.

Thursday, March 30, at 12:00 p.m.

#AskALibrarian (ON TWITTER)

Join librarians from Syosset Library and around the world on Twitter for #AskALibrarian to receive reading suggestions based on your requests. Must have a Twitter account to participate. Read a great book? Need a read-alike? Looking for your next book club choice? Use #AskALibrarian in your tweet.

Thursday, March 30, from 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Seniors of Syosset Drop-In Session (IN-PERSON)

Funded through New York State

Office for the Aging, Seniors of Syosset is a Neighborhood Naturally Occurring Retirement Community program (NNORC-SOS). The program will offer social work support, community health nursing, volunteer-based transportation to local medical appointments and shopping, and other activities and services, including some at the library! Whether you are a senior in need of support, someone who wants to volunteer helping the community, or just someone who wants to learn more, we hope you will drop-in and get involved!

Thursday, March 30, at 2:00 p.m.

Elvis: The TV Years (HYBRID)

Presenter: Jack Schnur, video tape editor, CBS (retired)

This lecture features Elvis’ performances from “The Ed Sullivan Show” and other shows, including his special from Hawaii and his groundbreaking 1968 comeback special. The lecture will also showcase a performance with Frank Sinatra. No registration needed for in person or Zoom. For Zoom link, go to syossetlibrary.org.

Thursday, March 30, at 7:00 p.m.

Mastering Fiction Writing Prompt Workshop (VIRTUAL)

Presenter: Erin Coughlin, award-nominated writer and producer and author of “Pop and Fizz’s Double Feature Movie Night Guide.” Fun exercises guaranteed to jumpstart your creative writing! Discover how to become a stronger writer and combine different genres to make your dream project come to life! Includes mystery, science fiction, fantasy, romance, western, horror, and supernatural fiction. Registration needed. Register at syossetlibrary.org.

Friday, March 31, at 1:00 p.m.

Spring Green Onion Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Sweet Chili Sauce (IN-PERSON)

Presenter: Chef Rob Scott

In-person cooking demonstration where everyone will see how Chef Rob makes this lunch or dinner recipe. Everyone will sample his cooking! Fee: $5. Registration needed. Register at syossetlibrary.org.