Library Closings
All Great Neck Library locations will be closed on Monday, Feb. 17 for Presidents’ Day.
Cultural Celebration at the Great Neck Library: A Family Event
Performing in elaborate masks to the explosive percussion of a corps of brilliant drummers, Kotchegna Dance Company brings to life the ancient stories and legends of Africa’s Ivory Coast during this Family Event on Saturday, Feb. 15 from 11:00 to 11:45 a.m. at the Main Library, 159 Bayview Ave., and from 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. at the Parkville Branch, 10 Campbell St. (off Lakeville Road), New Hyde Park.
Known for its masked and stilt dances, intricate footwork and explosive energy, Kotchegna Dance Company has been embraced by audiences from New York’s Prospect Park Band Shell and the American Museum of Natural History to Lincoln Center Out of Doors Festival.
Kotchegna’s irresistible excitement and pulsating rhythms are an experience to behold. Under the artistic direction of master dancer and percussionist, Vado Diomande, Kotchegna is rapidly establishing itself as one of the most exciting African dance troupes in the United States.
This is a performance not to be missed.
New Beginnings Singles 50 Plus facilitated by Marla Matthews at Main
Join the conversation or just come and listen when Marla Matthews, social worker and television talk show host of The Relationship Journey, facilitates this growing discussion, social and support group meetup on Saturday, February 15 at 4:00 p.m. in the Main Library’s Community Room, 159 Bayview Avenue. Whether you are divorced, widowed, single, or an empty nester age 50 plus who would like a new beginning, come and be inspired to make new friends, network and learn new skills towards reinventing yourself. No registration required.
Robin Williams: Reality – What a Concept! presented by John Kenrick at Main
John Kenrick presents Robin Williams: Reality – What a Concept! on Tuesday, February 18 at 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library’s Community Room, 159 Bayview Ave.
Robin Williams honed his performance skills on the streets and in comedy clubs, until TV and films showcased his zany improvisational humor and he became a beloved figure. Kenrick looks at his dazzling career and his troubled life, with plenty of laughs thanks to clips from his most memorable appearances.
Non-Fiction Book Club facilitated by Librarian Mimi Rabizadeh at Main
Librarian Mimi Rabizadeh facilitates this discussion of Rising Strong by Brené Brown on Tuesday, February 18 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library’s Large Multipurpose Room, 159 Bayview Ave. What does it take to live authentic, wholehearted lives and what are the benefits?
AARP Tax Assistance at Parkville
AARP Tax Preparers will assist in preparing and filing simple Federal tax returns online only each Wednesday until April 15 between the hours of 12:00 and 4:00 p.m. at the Parkville Branch, 10 Campbell St. (off Lakeville Road), New Hyde Park. You must have an appointment and bring all relevant tax papers, including last year’s return. Call (516) 466-8055, ext. 273 for further details or to make an appointment.
Lakeville Literary Club
Join a discussion of A Well-Behaved Woman by Therese Anne Fowler on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 7:00 p.m. at the Lakeville Branch, 475 Great Neck Road. Call 466-8055, ext. 232.
Nassau County Dept. of Assessment at Main
The Nassau County Department of Assessment will host a general information session to provide property owners with the resources they need to fully understand their property assessment on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library’s Community Room, 159 Bayview Ave. The session is public and no registration is required. For more information, visit https://www.nassaucountyny.gov/assessment or call the County Assessor’s Office at (516) 571-1500.
Parkville Pageturners
Join a discussion of The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas on Thursday, February 20 at 1:30 p.m. at the Parkville Branch, 10 Campbell St. (off Lakeville Road), New Hyde Park. Call 466-8055, ext. 257.
The Writer Within facilitated by Lynda Aron at Main
Access your authentic voice and explore the power of imagination, self-expression and storytelling when Lynda Aron facilitates the Writer Within workshop on Friday, Feb. 21 at 1:00 p.m. in the Main Library’s Large Multipurpose Room, 159 Bayview Ave.
New writers, professionals and everyone in between are welcome. Sharing is encouraged but not required.
Great Neck Library Staff Excellence Award
Congratulations to Karen Trager, recipient of the Staff Excellence Award for February 2020. Karen was recognized for her outstanding job performance and exceptional service to the Great Neck Library patrons.
Give Back to Your Community
The Great Neck Library is seeking prospective candidates for the Board of Trustees and Nominating Committee. This year’s Library Election will be held on Monday, Oct. 26. There will be four seats expiring in January 2021 – two on the Board of Trustees: Rebecca Miller and Josie Pizer; and two on the Nominating Committee: Cheng Carey Ye and Siu Long (Alex) Au.
Any nominee for a position on the Board of Trustees or the Nominating Committee must be a member of the Great Neck Library Association by 5:00 p.m. on the Record Date of Oct. 5. All persons eighteen years of age or older, who are residents of the Great Neck School District and are either valid library cardholders or registered voters with the Nassau County Board of Elections will be members of the Association.
Interested members should send a letter and résumé by Friday, May 15 to: The Chair of the Nominating Committee, c/o The Director’s Office, Great Neck Library, 159 Bayview Ave., Great Neck, NY 11023.
Great Neck Library Closing/Cancellation Information Online
Library patrons connected to the Internet are asked to check the website: www.cancellations.com for Library weather-related closings/program cancellations.
In order to access this service, Library District residents can log on to cancellations.com, type in their zip code or Great Neck Library and obtain information on program cancellations or Library closings. In addition, at no charge, residents can request automatic e-mails from cancellations.com when the Library has posted any information. This is a great way for Library District residents who are connected online to be advised of weather-related changes in Library hours or programs.
