Seniors Calendar: Event listings from July 17 to July 24
SHARKS OF LONG ISLAND AND NEW YORK
Discover the range of shark species along our shores, learn about shark myths and the histories of shark attacks in New York, 7 to 8:15 p.m. Monday, North Shore Public Library, 250 Route 25A, Shoreham, free, register at northshorepubliclibrary.org, 631-929-4488. Credit: Johnny Milano
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ONLINE: RECOVERED NAZI LOOTED ART
Explore the stories of artworks looted from Jewish families during World War II, 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Monday, hosted by Peninsula Library, free, visit peninsulapublic.org for a link, 516-239-3262.
KNITTING AND CROCHET GROUP
Work on projects, socialize and share advice and patterns, bring your own supplies, 1 to 3 p.m., Monday, Farmingdale Library, 116 Merritts Rd., Farmingdale, free, farmingdalelibrary.org, 516-249-9090.
SENIOR DISCUSSION
Discuss pressing issues of the day with others, 12:30 p.m. Monday, East Meadow Library, 1886 Front St., East Meadow, free, eastmeadow.info, 516-794-2570.
PAWS OF WAR
Learn about Paws of War, an organization that rescues, trains and places shelter dogs with military veterans and first responders who need support, discover all the services they have to offer, 3 to 4 p.m. Monday, Smithtown Library — Nesconset Building, 148 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset, free, Suffolk County cardholders can register at smithlib.org, 631-360-2480.
NEWS AND VIEWS
Discuss hot topics and come away with a deeper understanding of our complex world, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Sachem Library, 150 Holbrook Rd., Holbrook, free, sachemlibrary.org, 631-588-5024.
ONLINE: BROOKLYN BOOMER
Explore and discuss Brooklyn during the 1950s, 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, hosted by Sachem Library, free, register for a link at sachemlibrary.org, 631-588-5024.
ONLINE: LOCAL EATS — ZIPPY ZUCCHINI
Registered dietitians from Cornell Cooperative Extension demonstrate recipes with zucchini while providing basic cooking tips and nutritional value, 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, hosted by Deer Park Library, free, Suffolk County cardholders can register for a link at deerparklibrary.org, 631-586-3000.
BY THE BOOK
Discuss the novel “The Good Left Undone,” by Adriana Trigiani, 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Rockville Centre Library, 221 N. Village Ave., Rockville Centre, free, register to attend in-person and online at rvclibrary.org, 516-766-6257.
PROTECT YOURSELF FROM SCAMMERS
Learn the most common scams being carried out in your area, who is targeted and why, ways to protect yourself and what to do if you are a victim, 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Freeport Memorial Library, 144 W. Merrick Rd., Freeport, free, register at freeportlibrary.info, 631-435-3000.
VETERANS RESOURCE TABLE
A veteran peer mentor from the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project distributes helpful resources to veterans and their families, noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Rogers Memorial Library, 91 Coopers Farm Rd., Southampton, free, register at myrml.org, 631-283-0774.
LATE BLOOMERS TO PLANT NOW
Discuss succession planting, the benefits of starting late and more, 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Brentwood Library, 34 Second Ave., Brentwood, free, register at brentwoodnylibrary.org, 631-273-7883.
ONLINE: LEONARDO DA VINCI
Discussion on Leonardo da Vinci’s artistic theories and practices in relation to the conditions of his time. Works to be examined include “The Last Supper,” “Mona Lisa,” and more, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, hosted by Peninsula Library, free, visit peninsulapublic.org for a link, 516-239-3262.
JAZZ AGE LONG ISLAND
Compare the Long Island of today with its fabled Gold Coast history, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Mineola Memorial Library, 195 Marcellus Rd., Mineola, free, register at mineolalibrary.info, 516-746-8488.
RESEARCHING YOUR HOME'S HISTORY
A representative from the Suffolk County Historical Society discusses where to find print and digital maps of your property, contact information for local record repositories and where to locate building permits, newspapers and directories, 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Smithtown Library-Smithtown Building, 1 North Country Rd., Smithtown, free, Suffolk County cardholders can register at smithlib.org, 631-360-2480.
IDENTITY THEFT
Learn what identity theft is, risks, statistics, tips to avoid theft and more, 2 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Oceanside Library, 30 Davidson Ave., Oceanside, free, register at oceansidelibrary.com, 516-766-2360.
PLANT AND GARDEN CLUB
Exchange seeds, rooted cuttings and plants with fellow gardeners of all skills and interests, discuss composting, annuals and perennials, indoor and outdoor gardens, container gardens, terrariums and your problems and successes, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Hillside Public Library, 155 Lakeview Rd., New Hyde Park, free, register at hillsidelibrary.info, 516-355-7850.
ONLINE: THE IMPORTANCE OF HEALTHY HEARING
Learn about eight consequences of untreated hearing loss, 2 p.m. Thursday, hosted by Hicksville Library, free, register for a link at hicksvillelibrary.org, 516-931-1417.
LONG ISLAND BAYMEN
Meet the baymen of Long Island, who have seen changes due to regulations, pollution and climate change. They will bring their equipment, some sea life, art pieces and information, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, East Meadow Library, 1886 Front St., East Meadow, Free, eastmeadow.info, 516-794-2570.
ONLINE: WILLA CATHER BOOK CLUB
Discuss the novel “Death Comes for the Archbishop” by Willa Cather, 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, hosted by Shelter Island Library, free, register for a link at shelterislandpubliclibrary.org, 631-749-0042.
