Summer 2015

The Hauppauge Public Library welcomes you to join our annual Summer Reading Club: UNMASK!

Entering Grades 6-12 Catch up on your summer reading, whether it’s required reading for school or reading just for fun! Earn a raffle ticket for every book you read and enter it into one of our raffle baskets. The first 100 teens to sign up will receive a bag of goodies, including a bonus raffle ticket! Sign-ups begin Saturday, June 6. Reporting begins Monday, June 29 and runs through Friday, August 14.

Join us on Saturday, August 15th for our end of summer after-hours party!

TeeN PRogRAMS ANd VoLUNTeeR oPPoRTUNiTieSEveryone is welcome to join our Summer Reading Club, regardless of your home library. Our programs are open

to Hauppauge Library cardholders first. Out-of-district cardholders will be placed directly on a wait-list and invited to programs based on availability. Registration begins for Hauppauge cardholders only on Saturday, June 6, 2015.

Registration for out-of-district cardholders begins on Monday, June 15, 2015.*All programs and volunteer opportunities are for teens entering grades 6-12, unless otherwise specified.

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Contest deadline: Sunday, August 30 One lucky winner will have their Hauppauge Doodle used for display during Teen Read Week in October. This year’s theme is “Get Away @ your library.” Pick up an official

entry form or download it from our website. NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY.

BATTLE OF THE BOOKS HPY2012Entering Grades 6-9 ONLYTuesdays: June 9, 16, 23, 30, July 7, 14, 6:30-7:30pmEach participant will read as many of our 8 selected titles as they can and compete to represent Hauppauge Library in a county-wide trivia contest. For more details, pick up an information packet. HAUPPAUGE CARDHOLDERS ONLY. DEADLINE FOR SIGNING UP IS JUNE 16.

SMARTER SUMMER BREAK: PLANNING FOR COLLEGE ADMISSIONS SUCCESS HPY2132Thursday, June 11, 7:00-8:00pmLearn the best way to make the absolute most of your summer vacation in order to stay competitive in today’s academic environment. Presented by: C2Education

HENNA TATTOO WORKSHOP FOR TEENS HPY2017 Monday, June 29, 6:00-7:00pmCreate your own beautiful Henna tattoos while learning about this traditional art form. Henna tattoos are not permanent,

but will last for a few weeks so please make sure you are prepared for this commitment and that you have your parent’s okay before signing up. Presented by: Nayana Mehta

CARDIO KICKBOXING FOR TEENS HPY2133Thursdays: July 2 and July 9, 7:00-7:45pmGet active with this high intensity class. Wear loose clothing and bring a bottle of water. Presented by: Jump Bunch

GAME ON! TEEN GAME NIGHT HPY2079Fridays: July 3, August 14, September 4, 7:00-8:30pmJoin us for a night of video games, air hockey, fun activities and lots of snacks!

NAME THAT TUNE HPY2134 Monday, July 6, 7:00-8:00pmThink you know it all when it comes to music? Test your skills as you guess song titles and artists, eat snacks, win prizes and have fun! Presented by: Theresa Owens

SUPERHERO CUPCAKES HPY2135Wednesday, July 8, 7:00- 8:00pmLean how to mix and color fondant frosting to create three “super” special cupcakes! Presented by: Baking Coach, Inc.

“BABY GROOT” CLAY SCULPTURE HPY2136Friday, July 10, 6:30- 8:30pmAre you a fan of the movie Guardians of the Galaxy? Make a baby Groot sculpted out of clay to decorate your room! Presented by: Jackie Dunn

BUBBLE GUM CREATIONS HPY2116Saturday, July 18, 1:00-2:00pmUse simple chemistry and cooking techniques to create your own flavored bubble gum. Presented by: Larissa Froeschl, Forensic Scientist

BRAIDED T-SHIRT BANGLES HPY2137Friday, July 31, 7:00- 8:30pmUse recycled T-shirts to make these super-cool braided bangle wristlets. Good for guys or girls. Presented by: Jackie Dunn

LEGO MINDSTORMS ROBOTICS HPY2138Tuesdays: August 4 and 11, 5:00-6:30pm Join us for some Lego robotics fun! Presented by: The Brick Center

SUPERHERO DOME NECKLACE OR KEYCHAIN HPY2139Tuesday, August 4, 7:00- 8:00pmDeclare your love of superheroes with this awesome piece of statement piece. Make it into a necklace or a

keychain or backpack pull. Presented by: Jackie Dunn

FRESH FRUIT SALSA WITH CINNAMON TORTILLA CHIPS HPY2140Wednesday, August 5, 7:00- 8:00pmMake a fruit salsa using fresh fruit and herbs, and transform ordinary tortilla chips into yummy cinnamon tortilla chips. Healthy and delicious! Presented by: Baking Coach, Inc.

INTRO TO ACTING FOR TEENS HPY2018Monday, August 10 and Wednesday, August 12, 6:00-8:00pmLearn monologues, longer scenes, and improvisational techniques from an experienced, professional actor. Presented by: Camile Arnone

LET THE GAMES BEGIN HPY2121Saturday, August 15, 6:30-9:30pmThe summer reading club is over, but summer itself is not done yet! Join us after the library closes for activities, food and fun. And for the ultimate gaming experience visit the Gaming Truck that will be in our parking lot. Summer reading club raffle winners will be chosen this night, as well! Presented by: Game Truck Long Island

CAPTURING WHO YOU ARE: PHOTOGRAPHY FOR TEENS HPY2141Monday, August 17, 6:00- 8:30pmLearn the art of portrait photography from a professional photographer. Presented by: Camile Arnone

MIDDLE SCHOOL SURVIVAL GUIDE HPY2028 Entering Grade 6 ONLYTuesday, August 18, 7:00-8:30pmLearn the skills you need to “make the grade” in middle school along with tips and strategies to make your transition into middle school successful. Presented by: Karen Deaner, Educator

CREATURES OF THE DARK HPY2142Monday, August 24, 11:00am-12:30pm Want to be a Marine Biologist, or just curious about ocean life? Learn about the strange creatures who live in complete darkness at

the bottom of the ocean. End the night playing a game of tag with glow sticks. Presented by: Larissa Froeschl, Forensic Scientist

DESIGNER LOCKERS HPY2073 Wednesday, August 26, 4:00-5:00pmStart the school year with style. Make decorative accessories for your new school locker.

SAT PREP-SMALL GROUP INSTRUCTION HPY2031Thur. Sept. 17, 6-8:30pm, Sun. Sept. 20, 3-5:30pm, Thur. Sept. 24, 6-8:30pm, Sun. Sept. 27, 3-5:30pmPrepare for the SAT with this 10-hour preparation class. Classes are taught by Tom Kenney, a certified teacher. Participants must provide their own copy of the book: SAT College Board Book, 2nd edition. Please note: Register in person with a non-refundable check for $100 made payable to Tom Kenney at the time of registration.

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Please note: If you are attending a volunteer opportunity to fulfill a specific requirement for school or another organization, please check with your teacher or advisor to make sure they will accept the community service hours.

HELPING HANDS @ THE ARBORS VOLUNTEERS HPY2562Friday, July 3: 11:00am-2:00pm and/or Tuesday, August 4: 11:00am-2:00pm

Meet us at the Arbors West Assisted Living in Islandia to help set-up, serve, and clean-up at their BBQ events. Please see a librarian for full details. PERMISSION SLIP REQUIRED. (3 hours service credit per session)

KEEP ISLIP CLEAN VOLUNTEERS @ HIDDEN POND PARK HPY2566Monday, July 13 and/or Thursday, August 6, 6:00-7:30pmHelp keep Hidden Pond Park in Hauppauge clean! All of the supplies for safe litter collection are provided by the Town of Islip. Please see a

librarian for full details. PERMISSION SLIP REQUIRED. (1.5 hours service credit per session)

KIDS UNITED AGAINST HUNGER @ LONG ISLAND CARES FOOD BANK HPY2592Thursday, July 23, 4:00- 7:00pm

Meet us directly at the Long Island Cares Food Bank in Hauppauge for a very special service project. Long Island Cares will teach us about the growing problem of hunger on Long Island, raising awareness and understanding of its many causes. We will end with a tour of the facility and a group food sorting activity. (3 hours service credit)

OLYMPICS @ THE ARBORS VOLUNTEERS HPY2575Thursday, August 20, 9:00am-12:00pm or 1:00-4:00pmMeet us at the Arbors Assisted Living in Bohemia to assist residents during their “Arbors Olympics” competition. Please see a librarian for full details. PERMISSION SLIP REQUIRED. (3 hours service credit per session)

DIY SUNGLASSES VOLUNTEERS HPY2593Saturday, June 20, 11:00am- 1:00pmAssist kids as they make some crafty summer gear! (2 hours service credit)

SUMMER READING CLUB VOLUNTEERS TRAINING SESSION HPY2522Monday, June 22, 5:00-6:00pm; Tuesday, June 23, 5:00-6:00pm; Thursday, June 25, 5:00-6:00pm; Friday, June 26, 10:00-11:00am or 2:00- 3:00pm or 4:00- 5:00pm; Sunday, June 28, 3:00-4:00 or 6:00-7:00pm or 7:00-8:00pm; Monday, July 6, 4:00-5:00pm; Wednesday, July 22, 4:00-5:00pmIn order to volunteer for time slots at the Summer Reading Club table, you must attend only one of the above training sessions. We will go over everything you need to know in order to volunteer at the table with confidence. (1 hour service credit)

SUMMER READING CLUB VOLUNTEERS HPY2521 (no online registration available)Monday, June 29- Friday, August 14Mondays- Fridays: 10:00am-8:00pm; Saturdays: 10:00am-4:00pm; Sundays: 2:00pm-8:00pmAssist at the Summer Reading Club table by handing out prizes and interacting with children as they tell you what they’ve been reading during the summer. Two-hour shifts throughout the summer are available. All volunteers must attend one training session prior to service. See a librarian for full details. (2 hours service credit per session)

SCHOOL SUPPLIES VOLUNTEERS HPY2571Wednesday, July 15, 3:00-4:00pm

Help make various school supplies to donate to children in need. (1 hour service credit)

STUFFED ANIMAL SLEEPOVER VOLUNTEERS HPY2554Friday, July 17, 7:00-8:30pmHelp us craft some special memories for the young children who participated in the Stuffed Animal Sleepover program. (1.5 hours service credit)

CHESS VOLUNTEERS HPY2570Fridays: July 17, 24, 31 August7, 14, 2:00-3:00pmBe on hand to supplement formal instruction of chess to elementary school students. YOU MUST KNOW HOW TO PLAY CHESS IN ORDER TO

VOLUNTEER. (1 hour service credit per session)

TOY PARAMEDIC VOLUNTEERS HPY2510Saturdays: July 25 and August 15, 12:30-1:00pmVolunteer to help keep the library’s toddler playtime toys clean and in tip-top shape. (1/2 hour service credit per session)

TECH BUDDIES VOLUNTEERS HPY2547Wednesday, July 29, 3:00-4:00pmCome share your knowledge of iPads, cell phones, and e-readers with senior citizens in the community. You’ll be paired up in a one-on-one session to informally

show them how to use these gadgets. (1 hour service credit)

KIDDE CAFÉ VOLUNTEERS HPY2577Thursday, July 30, 4:30-5:30pmAssist younger children as they create some edible treats for summer. (1 hour service credit)

SUPERHERO PERLER BEADS VOLUNTEERS HPY2594Friday, August 7, 7:00- 8:30pmAssist kids as they make some awesome Perler bead designs! (1.5 hours service credit)

MARSHMALLOW BUILDING VOLUNTEERS HPY2591Sunday, August 16, 6:00- 7:00pmVolunteer to help kids make creative sculptures from marshmallows and toothpicks. (1 hour service credit)

MIDDLE SCHOOL SURVIVAL GUIDE VOLUNTEERS HPY2534Entering Grades 7-12Tuesday, August 18, 8:00-8:30pm

Teens entering grades 7-12 are invited to sit on our “experts” panel as you share experiences and/or advice for incoming 6th graders and answer any questions they may have. (1/2 hour service credit)

DOGGIE TREATS FOR CHARITY VOLUNTEERS HPY2517Wednesday, August 19, 5:30-6:30pm OR 7:00-8:00pmJoin the Baking Coach as we make dog biscuits from scratch. Take them home to bake and return to the library so a staff member can deliver them to area animal shelters. (1 hour service credit for making the biscuits, 1 hour credit for baking and returning to the library)

DON’T BUY THE ELEVATOR PASS: PASSING ON WISDOM

(no registration necessary)Entering Grades 7-8 AND Entering Grades 10-12

Deadline: Friday, August 14Write down your answers to some very important questions. Your advice may just help an incoming

6th or 9th grader. Pick up an entry form or download it from our website. (1 hour service credit)

Please note: We occasionally take pictures in our programs and may post the pictures in our newsletter, on our web-site or on our Facebook or Flickr pages. In signing up for programs, you agree to let us use any pictures we take for publicity purposes only. If you don’t want your picture used, please notify a librarian. Thank you.

Library closed: July 4 and September 7

These programs are not endorsed by or affiliated with the Hauppauge School district.