The Hillside Library is combining with the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless in doing a Hats, Scarves and Glove Drive. There is a bin at the library in which donations could be placed. Our community has always been very generous to our Donation Drives, and we thank you for your continued generosity.
PROGRAMS and EVENTS
Winter Dreams on Long Island – All Purpose room
Sunday, December 4 at 1:30 p.m. Winter Dreams brings to life the magic and enchantment of the winter season as it was celebrated during the last century. The Victorian-built ice palaces were often the crowning glory of the season’s spectacular events. These transparent feats of architecture sometimes reached heights of three hundred feet. Join presenter Monica Randall as she offers an informative lecture and slideshow presentation featuring some of Long Island’s most beautiful mansions garlanded in snow.
Craft Corner – All-Purpose Room
Monday, December 5 at 6:30 p.m. Create a beautiful winter centerpiece to decorate your home. $5.00 fee for materials, cash only, please.
Holiday Plants – In person (All Purpose Room) and Virtual
Tuesday, December 6 at 1:30 p.m. Ring in the holiday season with Paul the Plant Man, as he offers a lively discussion on favorite holiday plants! Learn how to best keep Poinsettias, Norfolk Island Pines, Christmas Cactuses, Amaryllises and more, and preserve them into the New Year! Free plant raffle for those who attend in person.
Decorating Holiday Cookies with Chef Danielle! – All-Purpose Room
Tuesday, December 6, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Chef Danielle demonstrates how to make royal icing and use different piping/decorating techniques for fun and festively decorated holiday sugar cookies! Join us for a sample or two!
Fiction Loves History Book Club – Modular Room 1st Floor and Virtual
Tuesday, December 6 at 6:30 p.m. The book being discussed is The Royal Governess by Wendy Holden. ” Sunday Times bestselling author Wendy Holden brings to life the unknown childhood years of one of the world’s most famous figures, Queen Elizabeth II, and reveals the spirited young governess who made her the icon we love today”
Fresh Fiction Book Club – In-person (All Purpose Room) and Virtual
Wednesday, December 7 at 6:30 p.m. The Lioness by Chris Bohjalian.
“A luxurious African safari turns deadly for a Hollywood starlet and her entourage.”
Holiday Stress Reduction Through Meditation – Virtual
Thursday, December 8 at 1 p.m. Join Arlene Samsel, long-time meditator as she discusses the extraordinary effect of meditation. She will also present a simple, yet powerful meditation technique that will be explained and practiced during the session. This can enrich one’s life personally, professionally, spiritually and help with seasonal stress. Arlene Samsel is uniquely qualified and experienced in meditation, public speaking, and the performing arts. This program is brought to you courtesy of Nassau Libraries Health Share.
Legally Speaking on Estate Administration – Virtual
Thursday, December 8 at 6:00 p.m. Attend this workshop to gain basic knowledge on Estate Administration:
What is it? What is probate, and what if it is too much for me, as the executor? Learn the best ways to pay off any debts, close accounts, and distribute property to heirs after someone has died. Avoid family fighting by improving communication and administration of your estate. Presented by: W. Zehava Schechter, Esq.
Paint Night: Winter Wonderland! – Virtual
Friday, December 9 at 7 p.m. Sketching and Acrylics with Alma: For beginners to advanced sketchers and painters. Everyone is welcome. Enjoy a fun and relaxing evening painting in the comfort of your own home! For a list of supplies needed, please go to the library’s website!
Cat Adoption Event – All-Purpose Room
Saturday, December 10, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
CHILDREN and YOUNG ADULT EVENTS
Kahoot Trivia Winter Wonderland – Virtual
Monday, December 5 at 7 p.m. All Ages Youth – Kids/Tweens/Teens (Play with your whole family – Parents & Siblings welcome). Join us for a winter wonderland of Kahoot trivia! *Please remember Kahoot works best with 2 devices. Any combination of a computer/laptop/ipad/tablet/phone/etc will work.
Winter Ornament Program – Children’s Room
Tuesday, December 6: 4 – 5 p.m. and Tuesday, December 6: 5 – 6 p.m. Family Fun! Create some family holiday cheer by making 4 homemade winter ornaments you will cherish for years to come! Choose 2 ornaments to take home after the program and leave 2 ornaments at the library to help decorate the Children’s Room Winter Tree. (You will be able to take home your additional ornaments in January. **Each family will receive one ornament kit to share. (Each kit makes 4 individual ornaments.) **Families may choose only one session to attend. **All children must be accompanied by an adult.
