Marion Gerrick Cohen Art Exhibit Opening in the Main Library Gallery
All are invited to the opening reception for Marion Gerrick Cohen’s art exhibit on Saturday, May 11 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Lower Lobby Gallery of the Main Library, 159 Bayview Ave.
Enjoy the eclectic works of award-winning artist Cohen when her artwork will be on exhibit from May 10 to May 28 in the Main Library Gallery. Cohen is a member of the National League of American Pen Women, the Salmagundi Club, and numerous other art associations.
Epic Abstraction Visual Lecture presented by Thomas Germano at Main
Professor Thomas Germano will present Epic Abstraction, a visual lecture on Monday, May 13 at 2 p.m. in the Community Room of the Main Library, 159 Bayview Ave. This program relates to the exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. In post-World War II art, many painters and sculptors believed that traditional easel painting and figurative sculpture were unable to convey the human condition. The New York School artists demonstrated that abstract styles evoked contemporary states of being. Most of the artists represented in Epic Abstraction worked to evoke epic ideas and subjects including time, history, nature, the body, and existential concerns of the self.
Opera Screening of Tosca at Main
Hosted and Commentary by Gabe Chieco
Join Gabe Chieco when he hosts a screening of “Tosca,” a gorgeous new production with a stellar cast on Tuesday, May 14 at 2 p.m. in the Community Room of the Main Library, 159 Bayview Ave. Tosca, Puccini’s melodrama about a volatile diva, an idealistic artist, and a sadistic police chief has thrilled and offended audiences for more than a century, with arias and an uninhibited flood of raw melody, including the title character’s famous Vissi d’arte in Act Two. Chieco is a founding member of the Great Neck Library’s Music Advisory Committee, due to celebrate its 50th year in 2020. He has presented programs on opera and ballet at libraries and other venues for many years.
Craft for a Cause
Community Service for Teens
Volunteer and make a difference for local community organizations. Earn community service. The next workshop will be held on Tuesday, May 14 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Lakeville Branch, 475 Great Neck Road. Your service will impact youth, families, veterans, pets, and more. No registration needed. Contact Adam Hinz at 516-466-8055, ext. 246, or email ahinz@greatnecklibrary.org.
Homework Helpers at Parkville
If you need help with your homework, and you are in grades K to 5, drop by to receive homework help from high school students in a group setting Tuesdays through June 4 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Parkville Branch, 10 Campbell St. (off Lakeville Road), New Hyde Park. No registration needed. Stop by the Reference Desk to check-in on the day of the program. First-come, first-served. Contact: Adam Hinz, 516-466-8055, ext. 246 or email ahinz@greatnecklibrary.org.
Matinee Film at Main
The next Wednesday Matinee, about Queens of the English throne and the bitter cost of power, will be shown on May 15 at 2 p.m. at the Main Library, 159 Bayview Ave.
Mindfulness Meditation facilitated by Carolyn Carpentiere at Main
Join Carolyn Carpentiere for Mindfulness Meditation on Wednesday, May 15 at 7:15 p.m. in the Community Room of the Main Library, 159 Bayview Ave. Meditation is a practice that strengthens our focus and attention, as well as releases stress to stay healthy. Open to all skill levels. Bring a mat or use a library chair that will be available. Carpentiere received her 200-hour yoga certification at Long Island Yoga School in 2009 and has continued to work in and study many other holistic solutions to health including Mindfulness Meditation and Reiki.
DNA Test: What’s It All About? presented by Patricia Ann Kellner at Main
Join Patricia Ann Kellner and explore what you can learn from your DNA test results when she presents DNA Test: What’s It All About? on Thursday, May 16 at 2 p.m. in the Community Room of the Main Library, 159 Bayview Ave. Kellner will explain DNA tests, such as AncestryDNA and 23andMe, as a tool to use in your quest to find your family and its origins. She’ll also discuss how to gain health insights by uploading your DNA test results to other sites.
The Writer Within facilitated by Lynda Aron at Main
Access your authentic voice and explore the power of imagination, self-expression and storytelling. New writers, professionals and everyone in between are welcome when Lynda Aron facilitates this writing workshop on Friday, May 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Large Multipurpose Room of the Main Library, 159 Bayview Ave. Sharing is encouraged but not required. Published author Aron has taught writing workshops and book discussion groups for the past 30 years.
