Evolution of Salsa, Board of Trustees Meeting at Levittown Library

There are a number of fun, informational and useful events taking place at the Levittown Library in September.

Here are just a few upcoming events at the library. Please note that some events require registration. For more events and information on the Levittown Library, please visit their website.

Exhibit and Display Cases

Long Island Mobile Amateur Radio Club (throughout September).

AARP Driver Safety Program

Tuesday, September 3, 9:30 a.m.

Preference is given to Levittown UFSD residents.  Fee:  $17.00 for AARP Members; $19.00 for non-members, (check or money order). 

Registration and fee required.

Adult Game Club

Wednesday's, September 4, 11, 18, 25, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

There are tables available to meet and play cards, checkers, mahjong, and any other table games for fun.  Tables are on a first-come, first-served basis.  Join a group or bring your own players. Please bring your own game supplies.         

No registration or fee required.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, September 11, 8 p.m.

The Board of Trustees meetings are open to the public. The agenda includes a Period for Public Expression.

Adult Book Discussion Group

Monday, September 16, 1 p.m.

With Moderator Fran Cohen. Faith by Jennifer Haigh. No registration or fee required.

Current Events Discussion Group

Tuesday, September 17, 1 p.m.

Explore behind the headlines and TV sound bites. Join Fred Chernow for these lively discussions. 

No registration or fee required. 

Adult Book Discussion Group

Tuesday, September 17, 7 p.m.

Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout. Registration required. No fee.

How to Be a Gadget Guru: IPad

Thursday, September 19, 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.

This hands on class will teach you the basics how to use the library’s products on your device.  These include borrowing ebooks from Overdrive magazines from Zinio, and using our mobile app.  If you own an iPad, please bring it to the class fully charged, and have a valid e-mail address and password established before the class.  Please bring your Apple ID & password. 

Registration required.  No fee.

The Ivy Lane Players - Adult Theater Group

Friday, September 20, 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 21, 7:30 p.m.

An Evening of Monologue and One-Act Plays. “Forget Remembrances”, “Side Man”, and “The Valiant." Tickets required.  Walk-in based on availability.  No fee. 

A Musical Tribute to Molly Picon

Monday, September 23, 1:30 p.m.

Dr. Diane Cypkin tells the life story of this exciting first lady of the Yiddish Stage through anecdote and singing the countless songs Picon sang and wrote during her many years as an entertainer.  Picon is well known for her role as Yente the matchmaker in “Fiddler on the Roof.”  Dr. Cypkin is an accomplished entertainer, curator, and Professor of Media and Communications Arts at Pace University in New York.  She will be accompanied on the piano by Lena Panfilova.  

Limited tickets available; walk-ins based on seating availability.  No fee.

Cooking: Apple Pie

Monday, September 23 at 7 p.m.

It’s harvest time again!  Join the Baking Coach, Inc.  You will create your own

7” deep dish apple pie to take home and bake.  If you have a rolling pin and medium size bowl please bring them to class; helpful but not necessary.  A non-refundable $5.00 fee, check or money order, made payable to the Levittown Public Library is due upon registration. 

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month - The 350+ Year Evolution of Salsa

Thursday, September 26, 2 p.m.

This program traces the development of Salsa including, geography, history, anthropology, ethnomusicology, religion, music, and dance history. Join Jose Obando, consultant for the Department of Musical Instruments of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and one of the founders of the SalsaMuseum in Spanish Harlem, for this multi-media program.

Registration required. No fee.

Children's Our Place Special Needs Storytime "Pete the Cat"

Saturday, September 7, 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Join us for a storytime for children with special needs.  Enjoy stories, songs, movement activities and a craft in a comfortable and friendly environment.  This storytime is geared for children ages 5 through Elementary Levels.  Parents/Caregivers should accompany the child and siblings are also welcome! Registration required.  No fee.