Seniors Calendar: Event listings from Aug. 28 to Sept. 4
ONLINE: CROCHET
Join others at a weekly crochet club, have a light color skein of yarn and a size G, H, I, or J crochet hook on hand, 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, hosted by East Meadow Library, free, register for a link at eastmeadow.info, 516-794-2570. Credit: Jessica Rotkiewicz
Many listed events are virtual; please call ahead before going to any event.
MEN’S CHORUS: NEW MEMBERS WANTED
The Long Island Harmonizers chorus is recruiting new members. Stop by a weekly rehearsal to listen or sing along. No professional musical experience is necessary, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Faith Lutheran Church, 231 Jackson Ave, Syosset, longIslandharmonizers.org, 516-333-0803.
FAMILY SERVICE LEAGUE SOCIAL WORKER
Get referrals to community agencies, health and social services, financial assistance services, food resources, immigration and residency information and unemployment assistance, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Longwood Public Library, 800 Middle Country Rd., Middle Island, free, call or email askus@longwoodlibrary.org for an appointment, longwoodlibrary.org, 631-924-6400.
SUMMERTIME SAVVY: HEALTHY SUMMERTIME EATING
Learn healthier ways to grill and what dishes to bring on picnics and to the beach, recipes are supplied, 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Smithtown Library, 148 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset, free, Suffolk County cardholders can register at smithlib.org, 631-360-2480.
BOOK DISCUSSION
Discuss the novel “The Age of Eisenhower: America and the World in the 1950s,” by William I. Hitchcock, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Monday, Wantagh Library, 3285 Park Ave., Wantagh, free, register at wantaghlibrary.org, 516-221-1200.
LAUGHS AT THE LIBRARY
Stand-up comedy with Mark Briar and his fellow comedians, 1 p.m. Monday, East Meadow Library, 1886 Front St., East Meadow, free, register to attend in-person or online at eastmeadow.info, 516-794-2570.
ONLINE: OUTSTANDING HOLLYWOOD DANCE NUMBERS
Relive some of the classic musical numbers from the Golden Age of Hollywood, 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, hosted by Sachem Library, free, register for a link at sachem
library.org, 631-588-5024.
FREE SMARTPHONE PROGRAM
A Lifeline representative helps patrons understand the FCC’s program to help make communications services more affordable for low-income consumers, find out if you are eligible for a free smartphone, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday, Babylon Public Library, 24 South Carll Ave., Babylon, free, call to register at 631-669-1624, babylon
library.org.
ART GROUP
Fulfill your passion for art, bring your supplies and work on your current project while you share ideas and learn new techniques from others in a relaxed atmosphere, noon to 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, Smithtown Library, 1 North Country Rd., Smithtown, free, smithlib.org, 631-360-2480.
LEONARDO DA VINCI
Discuss Leonardo da Vinci’s artistic theories and practices in relation to the conditions of his time, learn about such works as “The Virgin of the Rock,” “The Last Supper,” and the “Mona Lisa,” 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Emma S. Clark Library, 120 Main St., Setauket, free, register at emmaclark.org, 631-941-4080.
WHAT TO KNOW ABOUT WILLS AND HEALTH CARE PROXIES
Senior Services of North America will discuss what you need to know about wills and health care proxies, face masks are encouraged for vaccinated patrons, register. 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Riverhead Free Library, 330 Court St., Riverhead, free, register for a link at riverhead
library.org, 631-727-3228.
ONLINE: ACTING IN FILM — GREATEST PERFORMANCES IN HISTORY
Examine the evolution of film acting and see breakdowns of some great performances in film history, 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, hosted by Sachem Library, free, register for a link at sachemlibrary.org, 631-588-5024.
SEED SAVING AND PLANT STARTS
Learn how to correctly save and store the seeds you need to start next year’s garden, learn how to identify the right seeds to save, drying and storage, purchasing seeds and more, a Q&A follows, 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 1, Cold Spring Harbor Library, 95 Harbor Rd., Cold Spring Harbor, free, register at cshlibrary.org, 631-692-6820.
SUFFOLK COUNTY SENIOR ADVOCATE
A Suffolk County Senior Advocate meets with those 60 and older and their caregivers to provide information, counseling and assistance in applying for benefits they may be eligible for, emphasis is on programs that foster economic independence, such as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicare Savings Program and HEAP, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Sept. 2, Connetquot Public Library, 760 Ocean Ave., Bohemia, free, first-come, first-served, connetquotlibrary.org, 631-567-5079.
LIVE JAZZ PERFORMANCE
The Anton Trio and pianist Rich Devens perform light jazz and romantic classics by some of the great jazz composers and singers, 12:30 p.m. Sept. 2, Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont, free, first-come, first-seated, elmontlibrary.org, 516-354-5280.
PRESERVING YOUR ORGANIC HARVEST
Learn what you can do with your seasonal harvest to preserve it for the entire year, learn about canning foods, storing root vegetables, fermenting, freezing and dehydrating, 1 to 3 p.m. Sept. 3, Hampton Bays Library, 52 Ponquogue Ave., Hampton Bays, free, register at hamptonbayslibrary.org, 631-728-6241.
OLD TYME RADIO SHOWS
Three radio shows featuring two original works, presented by Playcrafters Theatre Company; bring blanket, chairs, food and drink, 2 p.m. Sept. 4, on the lawn of Post Morrow Preserve, 16 Bay Rd., Brookhaven, free, bring nonperishable food item, bellport-playcrafters.com.
With LaToya Rodriguez, Daniel Variano and Keri Wall-Treudler
