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Protecting Yourself from Scam Calls and Emails

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
CA Children's Room
Open
Registration Required
Location: Central Avenue
Room: CA Children's Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture, Technology Class, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Scammers are getting smarter, but so can you. In this workshop, we’ll cover the most common tricks used in fraudulent calls and emails, and how to spot red flags before it’s too late.

Cricut Class - Monogrammed Tile [Session 2]

3:30pm–5:30pm
Adults
BH Create Lab
Waitlist
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Create Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to use the Cricut machine to make a customized monogrammed tile.

Registration for district residents begins on November 3rd at 9:15 am.  Others may register beginning on November 10th.

Cricut Class - Monogrammed Tile [Session 3]

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
BH Create Lab
Waitlist
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Create Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn to use the Cricut machine to make a customized monogrammed tile.

Registration for district residents begins on November 3rd at 9:15 am.  Others may register beginning on November 10th.

Teen Comedy Class

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
CA Children's Room
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Location: Central Avenue
Room: CA Children's Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn your best jokes into a hilarious stand-up comedy routine in this 5-week class.  There will be a special comedy show for your friends and family on December 13th!

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

6:00pm–8:45pm
Adults
BH Kids Cove
Open
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Kids Cove
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required

Join the Massapequa Library’s Dungeons & Dragons campaign for adults!

Learn the game or join in if you already know it -


(If you have any questions, please reach out to us at mplreference@massapequalibrary.org)

Total Body Workout (Virtual)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Virtual
Open
Registration Required
Location: Virtual
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Virtual Total Body Workout with Karen Echeverria-Pinna.  

Dates of classes are Wednesdays at 7pm on 

November 5th 12th, 19th, December 3rd, 10th, 17th 


Terms and Conditions

DELAYED OPENING (Opens 12 PM)

9:00am–12:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Bar Harbour, Central Avenue
Description:

BH and CA

Chair Yoga (Virtual)

10:30am–11:45am
Adults
Virtual
Open
Registration Required
Location: Virtual
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Virtual Chair Yoga with Debra Monaco on Thursdays at 10:30am 

Dates of classes November 13th, 20th, December 4th 11th, 18th (No Class Nov 27th) 

Terms and Conditions

Writing Our Stories Literary Tea

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
BH Auditorium
Open
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required

Join us for a public reading of the works of the members of the Writing Our Stories Writing Group.  All are welcome to attend!  Stop by and see what it's all about!  There will be some refreshments, and copies of the writing booklet will be available.

All About Smart Home Speakers (Echo, Google Nest)

6:30pm–8:30pm
Everyone
BH Create Lab
Open
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Create Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this lecture class, you will learn all about the features offered in your smart device, how to set up an account, communicate with your device, what apps you will need, as well as how to set an alarm, turn on lights, play music and much more.

BH- Children's Mosaic Turkey on Canvas (Grades K-5)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Ages 5+
BH Kids Cove
Closed
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Kids Cove
Age Group: Children, Ages 5+
Program Type: Children's
Registration Required
Event Details:

Doris Benter will be here for this Thanksgiving themed class. Each child will trace their hand onto a canvas board and then use colorful mosaics to create a festive turkey mosaic.

Disclaimer(s)

Older Kids

Adults must stay in the building during the program-no dropoffs are allowed.

Sunset Friends Painting Class

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens
CA Children's Room
Open
Registration Required
Location: Central Avenue
Room: CA Children's Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to paint an adorable fall painting of a cat and dog.  It’s so cute; trust us!

BH- Ms. Rachel Experience (Ages 6 mos-4 years)

10:00am–10:45am
Under Age 2, Toddlers (check ages), Pre-Schoolers (Ages 3-5)
BH Auditorium
Full
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Auditorium
Age Group: Under Age 2, Toddlers (check ages), Pre-Schoolers (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Children's
Registration Required
Event Details:

The 'Ms. Rachel Experience' includes circle time, music, singing, a story, and free play. Everyone will have a great time!

Non-residents may register two days before the class.

Disclaimer(s)

Younger Children

This program is designed for kids and their adults. Please plan to be engaged with your child during the class.

BH- Ms. Rachel Experience (Ages 6 mos-4 years)

11:00am–11:45am
Under Age 2, Toddlers (check ages), Pre-Schoolers (Ages 3-5)
BH Auditorium
Full
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Auditorium
Age Group: Under Age 2, Toddlers (check ages), Pre-Schoolers (Ages 3-5)
Program Type: Children's
Registration Required
Event Details:

The 'Ms. Rachel Experience' includes circle time, music, singing, a story, and free play. Everyone will have a great time!

Non-residents may register two days before the program.

Disclaimer(s)

Younger Children

This program is designed for kids and their adults. Please plan to be engaged with your child during the class.

Let's Talk Senior Discussion Group

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
BH Auditorium
Open
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join your friends and neighbors for the Library's discussion group!

"Any Way You Want It" - Journey Tribute Band in Concert!

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
BH Auditorium
Waitlist
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Musical Performance (Concert)
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a tribute to the band Journey, one of the most dynamic rock bands of the 1980s!

Strength Training (Virtual)

9:45am–10:45am
Adults
Virtual
Waitlist
Registration Required
Location: Virtual
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Virtual Strength Training with Marilyn Bunger on Mondays.

Dates of classes are November 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24Th, December 1st, 8th, 15th
 

BH-Big Hands, Little Hands (Ages 18-36 mos.)

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Under Age 2, Toddlers (check ages)
BH Kids Cove
Waitlist
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Kids Cove
Age Group: Children, Under Age 2, Toddlers (check ages)
Program Type: Children's
Registration Required

Ages 18-36 months.

One of the librarians will lead this 30 minute class that includes a story, music, finger plays and more.

Non-residents can register two days before program.

Disclaimer(s)

Younger Children

This program is designed for kids and their adults. Please plan to be engaged with your child during the class.

Cover Story: the Art of the Album Cover

7:00pm–8:45pm
Adults
BH Auditorium
Open
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's the art lecture with a rock n' roll heart! Learn how the greatest album covers of all time were created in this fast-paced visual program.

Yoga (Virtual)

9:30am–10:45am
Adults
Virtual
Open
Registration Required
Location: Virtual
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Virtual Yoga with Deb Monaco 

Dates of classes are Tuesdays at 9:30am November 18th, 25th, December 2nd 9th, 16th, 23rd 

(No Class Nov 11)

AARP Defensive Driving Class

9:30am–4:15pm
Adults
BH Kids Cove
Waitlist
Registration Required
Location: Bar Harbour
Room: BH Kids Cove
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Driving Class
Registration Required

NY State DMV approved Defensive Driving Course sponsored by AARP presents a 6-hour safe driving class.  Save 10% on your Auto insurance each year for 3 years/May reduce up to 4 points off the license.  Fee required - please pay when registering by check or money order.

Register in person in the adult reference department at either Library building.

Fee, please see library flyer for more details -

Registration is ongoing for district residents.

Caregivers Support Group

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
CA Meeting Room
Open
Registration Required
Location: Central Avenue
Room: CA Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required

CEC Health Care along with Massapequa Library will host monthly Caregiver Support Groups.  Our Caregiver groups provide a confidential and compassionate space for caregivers to share experiences, challenges, successes, and also to access resources.  Guided discussions aim to reduce stress and promote well-being througout the caregiving journey.

Literature and Life Book Discussion - "How to Read a Book"

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
CA Children's Room
Open
Registration Required
Location: Central Avenue
Room: CA Children's Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month's facilitator, Fran Cohen, will discuss How to Read a Book by Monica Wood, which is a story of second chances, redepmption and the secrets and lies that we tell ourselves and others.

Open Canasta [Non-Instructional]

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
CA Meeting Room
Open
Registration Required
Location: Central Avenue
Room: CA Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required

Meet up and play Canasta with your friends and neighbors.

(Non-instructional, not a class - this is just a meet up of people who would like to play Canasta -)

Limited space, please sign up.  (Please sign up on any meeting date.)