The library is collaborating with Sen. Jack Martins for his “Fill a Backpack” Program. The program will run from July 8 to Aug/ 16, and the library is a drop-off point for supplies.
Supplies needed include, but are not limited to, backpacks, lunch boxes, pencil cases, markers, erasers, glue sticks, rulers, and calculators. Flyers with a full list of supplies will be available.
The summer 2024 Reading Program theme is in full swing! Our program will run from June 29 to Aug. 10. There’s still time to register. The program schedule is listed in this column and on our Facebook page.
We are suspending donation acceptance until further notice. We are at storage capacity. Please consider donating to The Book Fairies. Their contact number is 516-557-6645.
The Williston Park Fire Department will hold a blood drive on Wednesday, July 24, from 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the firehouse, 454 Willis Ave. Appointments are strongly encouraged. Please call 800-933-BLOOD.
The library is still distributing COVID-19 tests while supplies last. Please ask at the Reference Desk.
New titles added to the collection:
Walk Ride Paddle: A life Outside—Tim Kaine
Playing for Freedom: The Journey of a Young Afghan Girl—Zarifa Adiba
One Year in Uvalde: A Story of Hope & Resilience—John Quinones
Phoenix Ballroom—Ruth Hogan
Within Arm’s Reach—Ann Napolitano
All the Summers in Between—Brooke Lea Foster
Memo—Rachel Dodes
Wives Like Us—Plum Sykes
Reunion—Elise Juska
Seaside Sisters—Pamela Kelley
Someone Else’s Bucket List—Amy Matthews
I’ve Tried Being Nice—Ann Leary
Housemaid is Watching-Frieda McFadden
Adult Programs
Reiki—July 25; August 8 & 22; September 5 & 19 October 3 & 17; November 7 & 21; December 5 & 19—6 pm in the Assembly Room of Village Hall. $10 p/person; p/session.
Yoga—Saturdays—July 20, 27; August 3 (10:30 am),10, 17, 24, 31—Noon-1 pm in the Assembly Room of Village Hall. $10 p/person, p/session. Please bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and towel; wear comfortable clothes. Call the library (742-1820) or email willistonparkprograms@gmail.com to register.
Free Shredding Service will be available on Saturday, August 10, from 9 a.m. to noon in the Schechter School parking lot. No registration is necessary.
Ceramic Sitting Fairy Craft—Tuesday—August 20—6 pm in the Library. $15 material fee. Limited to 25 participants. Call the library (742-1820) or email willistonparkprograms@gmail.com to register.
Empire Safety Driving Course—Thursday—August 29—10 am-4 pm in the Assembly Room of Village Hall for drivers of all ages. $33 p/person due at registration. Limited to 35 participants. Check only payable to Diana Palumbo-Wilson. The payment deadline is August 22.
Book Discussion—Wednesday—September 18–7 pm in the Assembly Room of Village Hall and via Zoom. Copies of Demon Copperhead will be available at the Circulation Desk.
Children’s Programs
Thursday Morning Movies—July 18, 25; August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29—11 am in the Children’s Room. Light refreshments will be provided. Call the library (742-1820) or email willistonparkprograms@gmail.com to register.
Petting Zoo (& ice cream): Wednesday, July 17, 6 p.m. on the East Williston Village Green for all families. No registration is necessary.
Dueling Piano Show by John Arden Music–Wednesday–July 24–6:30 pm on the East Williston Village Green for all families. This interactive show with all your favorite hits will have you singing along! Bring your folding chairs. No registration is necessary.
Petra Puppets Zany Adventure Team—Saturday—July 27—10:30 am in the Assembly Room of Village Hall for children of all ages. Call the library (742-1820) or email willistonparkprograms@gmail.com to register.
Bingo for all ages & families–Wednesday–July 31–6 pm on the East Williston Village Green. Bring your folding chairs! No registration is necessary. Dominick’s Deli food truck will be there will favorites available for purchase.