Bay Shore/Brightwaters, 1 South

Country Rd., Brightwaters

665-4350

Income Tax Counseling: Thursdays from February 2 to April 13 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For senior citizens by AARP. Appointment only.

Paint Shop Pro: Saturday, February 4 from 10 a.m.-noon. Graphics program basics, magic wand use, cropping etc. Perquisites: Knowledge of computer fundamentals, Computer 1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade for Grownups or equivalent. $10 non-refundable fee.

Mah Jongg: Tuesdays from February 7 to March 7 from 10:15 a.m.12:15 p.m. Non-refundable class fee $20. Intro 5 session class in the ancient Chinese game.

Books on Rye: Thursday, February 9 from 1-3 p.m. The “Namesake” by Jhumpa Lahiri will be discussed.

Japan: Enigma of the Orient Explained: Thursday, February 9 at 7:30 p.m. Slide show presentation with ethnic music, authentic costumes and artifacts. Sign up at circulation desk.

A free blood pressure check will be held the first Monday of each month from 10 a.m. to noon.

Brentwood, Second Avenue &

Fourth Street

273-7883

Family Craft: Saturday, February 4 2-3 p.m. and 3:30-4:30 p.m. Ages 312 make cool silhouettes with a parent.

Identity Theft: Monday, February 6 from 7-8:30 p.m. A Citibank representative will show you how to protect your family.

A Sense of Africa: Tuesday, February 7 from 7-8:30 p.m. Slide show presentation with ethnic music, authentic costumes and artifacts. Sign up at circulation desk.

Teen Advisory Board: Wednesday, February 8 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Ages 13-17. Each meeting counts as one hour of community service.

Communicate with your Hands: Tuesday, February 7, 14,21, 28 from 7-8:30 p.m. Intro to American Sign Language.

Learn to Crochet: Thursday, February 9 from 10 a.m. to noon. Register early and pickup materials at registration desk.

Friendly Spanish conversation is held every Friday, 10 a.m. to noon. All are welcome to join this informal class. Refreshments will be served.

Friendly English conversation is held every Tuesday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and every Thursday morning, 10 a.m. to noon. All are welcome to join this informal class. Refreshments will be served.

Lindenhurst, 1 Lee Ave.

957-7766

Intro to Pilates: Thursdays from February 2 to 23 from 7-8 p.m. Bring mat or towel and wear comfortable clothes. $16 non-refundable class fee per person.

Blood Pressure Screening: Friday, February 10 from 10-11 a.m. No registration necessary, first-come firstserved.

Registration is now underway for the 2006 Philadelphia Flower Show on March 4th. You’ll see “Natura” Goddess of Nature, a 27-foot plant sculpture, 10 acres of gardens and shopping. $61 pp, lunch is on your own, bus departs library at 7:30 a.m. Register in advance.

Register to see “Mama Mia” on Broadway, Sunday March 19. Bus leaves from library at 1 p.m., after matinee eat at Nonna’s, arrive home around 8:30 p.m., $127 pp includes bus, seat and dinner.

West Islip 3 Higbie Lane

661-7080

Sinatra: Through the eyes & ears of the songwriter: Thursday, February 2 at 2 p.m. Registration required.

AARP Tax Assistance: Mondays, from February 6 to April 10 between 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For seniors by appointment only. Bring in copies of your 2004 Income Tax Forms and receipts, etc.

Freedom Denied: A JapaneseAmerican’s Experience: Tuesday, February 7 at 2 p.m. 20 minute video about what happened after Pearl Harbor. Registration required.

NYS Prelicensing Course: Wednesday, February 8 and Thursday, 9 from 6-8:30 p.m.$40 per person registration in advance. Bring Learner’s Permit.

Decluttering 101 Workshop: Thursday, February 9 and 16 at 7:30 p.m. Registration required.

Registration is now underway for the 2006 Philadelphia Flower Show on March 6th. You’ll see “Natura, Goddess of Nature", a 27-foot plant sculpture, 10 acres of gardens and shopping. $65 per person, lunch is on your own, bus departs at 7 a.m. sharp and returns at about 8:30 p.m. Seating limit is 54. Tickets non-refundable.