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freeportlibraries Monumental portraits of extraordinary people From February 3 to 27, Staten Island resi- dent Warren Lyons shares his portraits of extraordinary historical figures in celebration of Black History Month. Genealogy Workshop On Mondays, 3 pm, February 3,10, 24, and March 3, Joysetta and Julius Pearse of the African Atlantic Genealogy Society will help you find out who you are. Come learn how to undertake the exciting journey of exploring your family heritage. Please pre- register for this program at the ASK Desk. Look Listen and Learn On lUesdays, 1 pm William Coble will present Doctors: The History of Scientific Medicine Revealed through Biography with Sherwin B. Nuland, M.D. Yale School of Medicine. In Doctors, he draws on the lives of twelve men of medicine's greatest contrib- utors to tell the human story behind the devel- opment of Western scientific medicine. Tuesday, February 4 10. Lister and the Germ Theory 11. Halsted and American Medical Education 12. Taussig and the Development of Cardiac Surgery American Ideals: Founding a \Republic of Virtue\ with Daniel N. Robinson. Oxford University Tuesday, February 18 1. The Colonists as Faithful Subjects 2. Colonial Constitutions and Their Inspiration 3. Who \Founded\ the United States? Tuesday, February 25 4. Taxation without Representation 5. The Declaration of Independence 6. The Royalist View of the Revolution Monthly current events series On Thursday, February 6, 1 pjn., the Freeport Memorial Library continues its pop- ular monthly Current Events in Perspective series conducted by Michael D. Innocenzo- Libresco, Professor of History, Hofstra University. Professor D'lnnocenzo- Libresco will offer his perspectives on people and events that define our times and invites an exchange of views. Book discussion Talking about literature is a monthly book discussion series that meets on Fridays, 12 to . 1:'30 pm. Bring, a snack and join us for a lively discussion. We provide a beverage and dessert. Books are available at the Circulation Desk four weeks in advance.. Registration is not required. The book for Friday, February 7 is \The Shoemaker's Wife\ by Adriana Trigiana and the leader is Caroline Fenyo. Star-crossed lovers, Enza and Giro meet and separate until finally the power of their love changes both of their lives forever. The novel takes place during World War I and the years preceding it. Make Sweet Potato pie On Friday, February 7, 3 pm, come pre- pared with your own rolling pin and a large bowl if possible, and the Baking Couch, Inc. will help you make a full size sweet potato pie ready for the oven. This program has a $2 fee which can be paid when preregistering at the Reference Desk. Celebrate Black History month: From soul to Swing with Richard Lanham On Sunday, February 9,2:30 pan. come enjoy the sensational classic tunes, jazz, swing, rhythm and blues with Richard Lanham. Join him on this journey back to the jazz sounds of Nat King Cole, Louis Armstrong, Harry Belafonte and the classic soul of Sam Cooke, Otis Redding and Stevie Wonder. Boating Safety Saturdays, 9 am to 5 pm, February 8, March 22, April 26 or May 17, Rick Teufel of the U.S: Coast-Guard Auxiliary will present a basic boater's safety course covering the fundamentals of boating. The course is required by New York State for all personal watercraft operators and is rec- ommended for all new boaters. Upon com- pletion of the course, participants will receive a Safe Boating/Jetski certificate. Cost: $50 check or money order only, made payable to USCGAUX Flotilla 1306. Please preregis- ter for this program at the ASK Desk. Louise Cella Caruso will present a lecture on the Art and Architecture of the Lincoln Memorial, one of the most iconic and inspir- ing examples of American architecture and has been the backdrop for many historic events. This Lecture will focus on the artistic and architectural elements as well as give a historic overview. Please preregister for this program at the ASK Desk. -a o 3 m •ya I Art Lecture On Thursday, February 13, 1 Knitting and crocheting •< On Thursdays, February 13 and 27, at 7 o pm, Lupe Velasquez will help you with your g knitting and crocheting projects, with your £ own yarn and needles. Beginners and expe- rienced needle workers are welcome. Please preregister for this program at the ASK Desk. African contributions to the building of a nation On Sunday, February 16, 2:30 pan. Carol A. Gordon will present Unspoken History Treasures. '--In the /United States, 1 Africans accomplished a great feat in recreat- ing themselves and their identity. This pres- entation commences with the 1600s and tells their story, in part, through a collection of his- torical artifacts. These artifacts contain images, engravings, and literature outlining America's development. The collection also shows how African Americans passed the lessons and folklore of their own destiny on to their children. Please preregister for this program at the ASK Desk. pan. Explore Careers in Counseling and Mental Health Hofstra University School of Health Sciences and Human Services Graduate Studies Information Session Saturday, February 8, 2-5 p.m. I Hagedorn Hall, South.Campus Join faculty and program representatives to learn about educational offerings, the application process, and financial aid. Have your specific questions answered and see if our programs are right for you. Also included is a tour of Hofstra's Joan and Arnold Saltzman Community Services Center. All students who attend and begin the application process within 48 hours of the event will receive an application fee waiver. Hofstra's Department of Counseling and Mental Health Professions offers master's and advanced certificate programs in counseling, creative arts therapy, marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling, and rehabilitation counseling. Register now at hofstra.edu/healthinfo ^HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY pride and purpose