Upcoming Events at the Jericho Public Library

Friday, May 19

10:30 a.m.: Jump for Joy (Ages 18 Months to 5 Years) - Join us for a lively program of music and group activities for you and your child.

2:00 p.m.: VIRTUAL : Great Performers with Marc Courtade: Lord Olivier: A Supreme CraftsmanLaurence Olivier was an actor of astonishing virtuosity, hailed as one of the greatest classical stage actors of the Twentieth Century. He became a movie star during the golden age of Hollywood, a film and stage director and the founder and first artistic director of the National Theater of Britain. His balanced stage and film work, and celebrated roles during the later years of his career. Olivier was knighted in 1947 and made a peer in 1970, earning him the title of Lord Olivier. This talk will trace the life and career of this acting giant.

Saturday, May 20

9:30 a.m.: IN-PERSON : Paper Shredding at the JPL: End the Clutter - End the clutter with paper shredding at the JPL

Empty your drawers, clean your desk, organize your files! Shred all your excess paper safely and securely at our shredding event. All documents will be shredded in a professional mobile shredding truck while you watch -- all paper is recycled. No need to remove staples or paper clips. No plastic, magazines, or newspapers...paper only! Maximum of 4 boxes (standard size record storage box) or bags per person.

Personal household documents ONLY... no businesses. NO EXCEPTIONS!

10:30 a.m.: Itty Bitty Bookworms (Ages Birth to 30 Months) - Join us for this interactive program of rhymes, songs, stories and more!

2:00 p.m.: Meet & Greet a Live Rabbit and Make a Bunny Craft (Grades 3 to 6) - Learn about rabbits from an expert as you meet some in person. Then create a wonderful bunny themed craft to take home and enjoy.

Sunday, May 21

2:00 p.m.: Meet the Artists’

Reception: 4th Annual MAFA

Youth Juried Art Exhibit - In the gallery in May- 4th Annual MAFA Youth Juried Art Exhibit. The public is invited to attend.

Monday, May 22

2:00 p.m.: VIRTUAL : Leading Ladies of Broadway: Angela Lansbury & Barbara Cook with Stephen Nachamie, Stage & Film Director - We’ll celebrate the lives and work of two groundbreaking leading ladies, Angela Lansbury and Barbara Cook. We’ll explore such shows as “ Mame, ” “ Sweeney Todd, ” “ She Loves Me, ” “ The Music Man ” and more!

Tuesday, May 23

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.: STEMtastic (Grades 3 to 6) - Learn and have fun while exploring a hands-on STEM experience.

Wednesday, May 24

7:00 p.m.: Art Workshop with the Village Artist: Watercolor Flowers (Ages 8–12) - Learn techniques to paint flowers with the best results. No prior art experience needed!

Friday, May 26

2:00 p.m.: HYBRID : Thomas A. Edison: A Life of Invention with Edward Sierra - Join Edward Sierra for an engaging and informative presentation into the amazing life and work of Thomas A. Edison. Edison was a husband, a father and arguably the most prolific inventor in American history. He held 1,093 U.S. patents, which included the light bulb, the phonograph, the motion picture camera and a battery for an electric car. “ My mother was the making of me. She was so true, so sure of me; and I felt I had something to live for, someone I must not disappoint. ”

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