Merrick teen shares joy of wheelchair hoops

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Upcoming Events

Triumph Over Silence: The Beethoven Story

Jan13

Librarian Josh Firer will explore the milestones and masterpieces that shaped the enduring legacy of Ludwig van Beethoven

Where

North Bellmore Public Library

1551 Newbridge Rd.

North Bellmore, NY

Phone

516-785-6260

Price

free

Community Resource Fair

Jan14

Various local organizations will showcase their programs and resources

Where

South Country Library

22 Station Rd.

Bellport, NY

Phone

631-286-0818

Price

free

Books and Bagels: To Kill a Mockingbird

Jan17

Discussion of the novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, bagels, coffee and tea will be served, register starting Dec. 20

Where

South Country Library

22 Station Rd.

Bellport, NY

Phone

631-286-0818

Price

free

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