Apr. 2: Budget & Trustee Vote, Amnesty Day at the Library

Our local libraries are a source of both knowledge and entertainment, with informational and education events being hosted throughout the week.

The Lindenhurst Memorial Library often hosts these events for little or no charge, so check out the top events going on this week.

Week of April 1
1. The Lindenhurst Memorial Library holds its annual vote for its 2013-14 budget vote 2013-14 budget and annual trutee election to fill two spots on Tuesday, April 2, from from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

According to Director Peter Ward, the operating budget for the library's next fiscal year - July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014 - is just under the two percent tax cap, which means for the average taxpayer the change in taxes would be approximately $5.00 for the year. With the exception of a rise in state-mandated health retirement programs, the budget remains flat.

More information and a budget breakdown could be found here on the LML's website and in the accompanying PDF file. Voters and residents could also call the library at 631-957-7755 with any questions and for further information.

There are also five candidates running for two library board positions: Ed Blankenhorn, Jr., Robert Browne and Diana Coyne (incumbent), as well as Antoinette DeLuca and Richard Corwin (incumbent).

The candidate with the highest vote total will serve a five-year term, and the one with the second highest total will serve the remainder of Robert Becker's term (four years). Becker resigned earlier this year.

2. Amnesty Day is also on Tuesday, April 2, throughout the entire day for Lindenhurst Memorial Library cardholders. Bring in one non-perishable food item for each overdue item you have on this one day and bring them to the circulation desk inside, and the fines will be waived. (Please note fines will be attached for items left in the book and video drop.)

3. The LML is undergoing renovations throughout the building, starting in the mezzanine, through the end of August as it closes off various section as its replaces two HVAC units and install more energy efficient light. The library asks you pardon its appearance during this time. More information could be found here on its website.

4. Tax Prep Assistance is available at the LML. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program is available on Wednesdays from March 6 to April 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It's open to lower- and middle-income senior citizens 50 years and older and the disabled by appointment only. Appointments could be made at the Lindenhurst Memorial Library by calling Circulation at 631-957-7755. This'll be held at the Lindenhurst Memorial Library. It's conducted by volunteers of Bethpage Federal Credit Union.

5. The library's no longer hosting FEMA - the federal assistance program has moved to headquarter itself at the Copiague Memorial Public Library as of Tuesday, February 26.

Know of another event taking place at the LML? Share it on our calendar.

Here's a list of a few more events happening at the LML this week. Click the links for more information:

• Preschool Projects and Playtime Time (CH) Apr. 3 to 10
• Under the Sea Craft (CH) on Saturday

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