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Yoga for Health & Peace (Hybrid)

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 9:45am - 10:45am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This Hatha yoga class is designed to strengthen and lengthen your muscles and free your mind. Instructor Stephanie Durso will guide you into each pose and provide alignment cues fo...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

This Hatha yoga class is designed to strengthen and lengthen your muscles and free your mind. Instructor Stephanie Durso will guide you into each pose and provide alignment cues for holding the pose and breathing deeply.

Baby Music With Love

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Music & Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Parents
Event Details:

Come join for a highly social and interactive baby music class that introduces rhythm, tone, melody, and movement. Kids and parents will sing, dance, explore instruments, and learn...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Parents
Program Type: Music & Entertainment
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Come join for a highly social and interactive baby music class that introduces rhythm, tone, melody, and movement. Kids and parents will sing, dance, explore instruments, and learn from one another as they fall in love with music.

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

A Long Beach Public Library card is required to register for this event. 

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

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Family Movie: The Muppet Christmas Carol

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Bring the whole family to this series featuring animated and live action family friendly films from new releases to beloved classics.This Month: The Muppet Christmas CarolFami...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Bring the whole family to this series featuring animated and live action family friendly films from new releases to beloved classics.

This Month: 

The Muppet Christmas Carol
Family/Musical, 1992, G, 1h 25m

Winter Solstice

Winter Solstice Yoga & Meditation

Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Welcome the Winter Solstice through yoga and meditation. The Winter Solstice is the day with the shortest period of daylight and the longest night of the year. It is a time for slo...

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Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Welcome the Winter Solstice through yoga and meditation. The Winter Solstice is the day with the shortest period of daylight and the longest night of the year.

Disclaimer(s)

Exercise

As a participant in any exercise class offered by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify the Library and the instructor from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which may arise, for any reason whatsoever, as a consequence of any claim made in connection with the negligence or improper conduct of the Program Presenter or its agents or employees.
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All about Hanukkah! Family Storytime & Crafts

Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Event Details:

Let the candles tell the story of Hanukkah through giant storytelling, a giant dreidel spin and a mosaic menorah craft! Mark your calendars and join the festive fun!For ages 2-8Bab...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Let the candles tell the story of Hanukkah through giant storytelling, a giant dreidel spin and a mosaic menorah craft! Mark your calendars and join the festive fun!

For ages 2-8

Babies welcome!

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 

Food Allergies

Long Beach Public Library cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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Accessible Yoga for Every Body (Hybrid)

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Build strength and flexibility along with a calmer mind in this accessible yoga for every body with Miriam Abrahams. Using a combination of seated and standing positions,...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Build strength and flexibility along with a calmer mind in this accessible yoga for every body with Miriam Abrahams. Using a combination of seated and standing positions, you’ll learn balance, breathing, and focus.

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

A Long Beach Public Library card is required to register for this event. 

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. If you do not have an LBPL card, you can still register and be put on a "pending waitlist". If there are seats available 72 hours before the program, you will receive an email notifying you that your registration is confirmed. So please make sure you enter your email address :)

Head Start Info & Registration

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
1st Floor Lobby at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:

The Economic Opportunity Commission of Nassau County will be at the Long Beach Public Library to provide information and assist families in enrolling in the Head Start program. Thi...

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Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Lobby
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Economic Opportunity Commission of Nassau County will be at the Long Beach Public Library to provide information and assist families in enrolling in the Head Start program.

Disclaimer(s)

Outside organization event

This is a meeting or program held by an outside organization and in no way constitutes Library endorsement.

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Resume Help (Hybrid)

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
1st Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Jobs & Careers
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Looking for a job and need some help with your resume? Book a 30-minute appointment with Lenora, a LBPL reference librarian with training on job search help and resume assistance. ...

Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Jobs & Careers
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Looking for a job and need some help with your resume? Book a 30-minute appointment with Lenora, a LBPL reference librarian with training on job search help and resume assistance.

Home Alone

Monday Matinee: Home Alone

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

An eight-year-old troublemaker, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of burglars on Christmas Eve.Comedy, 1990, PG, 1hr 43min*Movies may be subject to ch...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

An eight-year-old troublemaker, mistakenly left home alone, must defend his home against a pair of burglars on Christmas Eve.

Comedy, 1990, PG, 1hr 43min

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Lego Club

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Games, Other
Age Group:
Elementary School
Event Details:

For Children in Grades 1 thru 7Come and build your amazing creations with a group of like-minded children and tweens.Get inspired using Lego pieces from our extensive collection.

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Elementary School
Program Type: Games, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

For Children in Grades 1 thru 7

Come and build your amazing creations with a group of like-minded children and tweens.

Get inspired using Lego pieces from our extensive collection.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must stay

Caregivers must stay for the duration of the program. 
Pilates

Pilates

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Increase strength, flexibility, and balance through an engaging Pilates class taught by Pat Cappeto. Pilates integrates breath and movement with proper body mechanics to increase g...

Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Increase strength, flexibility, and balance through an engaging Pilates class taught by Pat Cappeto.

Disclaimer(s)

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. If you do not have an LBPL card, you can still register and be put on a "pending waitlist". If there are seats available 72 hours before the program, you will receive an email notifying you that your registration is confirmed. So please make sure you enter your email address :)

Exercise

As a participant in any exercise class offered by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify the Library and the instructor from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which may arise, for any reason whatsoever, as a consequence of any claim made in connection with the negligence or improper conduct of the Program Presenter or its agents or employees.

Library Closed - Christmas Eve

All Day
Main Library, Point Lookout Branch, West End Branch, Zoom (Adult), Zoom (Youth), Off Site

All Long Beach Public Library locations will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Point Lookout Branch, West End Branch, Zoom (Adult), Zoom (Youth), Off Site
Description:

All Long Beach Public Library locations will be closed in observance of Christmas Eve.

Library Closed-Christmas Day

All Day
Main Library, Point Lookout Branch, West End Branch, Zoom (Adult), Zoom (Youth), Off Site
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Point Lookout Branch, West End Branch, Zoom (Adult), Zoom (Youth), Off Site

Tummy Time Class

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Kids, Babies, Parents
Event Details:

Join Miss Jennifer for a class for Parents where we will discuss parenting tips and tricks, all while learning about how important tummy time is for your New Baby’s development.Ple...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Babies, Parents
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Join Miss Jennifer for a class for Parents where we will discuss parenting tips and tricks, all while learning about how important tummy time is for your New Baby’s development.

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

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Kanopy Overview (Zoom)

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Zoom (Adult)
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Event DetailsJoin librarian Ron Carroll for an overview of Kanopy!With over 30,000 available films, the Kanopy movie streaming service specializes in quality entertainment: indie f...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Zoom (Adult)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Event Details

Join librarian Ron Carroll for an overview of Kanopy!

Hairspray

LGBTQ+ Cinema: Hairspray

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Event Details:

Our monthly series highlighting LGBTQ+ films. This month, Hairspray. An unpopular but optimistic high-school teen in early 1960s Baltimore gets onto a local dance program, whi...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Our monthly series highlighting LGBTQ+ films.

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Chair Yoga (Hybrid)

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This popular Chair Yoga class focuses on a full-body practice and will help strengthen your nervous system and reduce stress and stiffness. Kathleen Regan has been t...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

This popular Chair Yoga class focuses on a full-body practice and will help strengthen your nervous system and reduce stress and stiffness. Kathleen Regan has been teaching yoga since 1993, and she has been practicing for even longe

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

A Long Beach Public Library card is required to register for this event. 

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. If you do not have an LBPL card, you can still register and be put on a "pending waitlist". If there are seats available 72 hours before the program, you will receive an email notifying you that your registration is confirmed. So please make sure you enter your email address :)

Libby Help

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
1st Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Technology, Community Help
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Need some help reading or listening to digital books? Drop in for one-on-one assistance from Library Director Tara on using Libby, your Kindle, or another device for reading and...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 1st Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology, Community Help
Event Details:

Need some help reading or listening to digital books?

Drop in for one-on-one assistance from Library Director Tara on using Libby, your Kindle, or another device for reading and listening to digital books.

Didi

Film Friday: Didi

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Event Details:

In 2008, during the last month of summer before high school begins, an impressionable 13-year-old Taiwanese American boy learns what his family can't teach him: how to skate, how t...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

In 2008, during the last month of summer before high school begins, an impressionable 13-year-old Taiwanese American boy learns what his family can't teach him: how to skate, how to flirt, and how to love your mom.

Fun For All: Recycled Bookend Craft

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Kids, Preschool, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens, Adults, Seniors, Parents
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 47

Disclaimer(s)

Caregivers must participate

This is a family program. Caregivers stay and participate. 

Drawing

Drawing Club

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Youth Services Program Space at Main Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class.Those who register to join in person will be given their very our pencil case with colored pencils, a pencil,...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Youth Services Program Space
Age Group: Kids, Elementary School, Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join Miss Tanya to draw and/or color in this hands-on, free-form class.

Yoga

Yoga for Health & Peace (Hybrid)

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 9:45am - 10:45am
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This Hatha yoga class is designed to strengthen and lengthen your muscles and free your mind. Instructor Stephanie Durso will guide you into each pose and provide alignment cues fo...

Open
Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

This Hatha yoga class is designed to strengthen and lengthen your muscles and free your mind. Instructor Stephanie Durso will guide you into each pose and provide alignment cues for holding the pose and breathing deeply.

Disclaimer(s)

Exercise

As a participant in any exercise class offered by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify the Library and the instructor from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which may arise, for any reason whatsoever, as a consequence of any claim made in connection with the negligence or improper conduct of the Program Presenter or its agents or employees.
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Cult Classic Film: Real Genius

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Auditorium at Main Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Collegiate science prodigies are tapped to perfect a laser, unaware that the government plans to put it to deadly use.Comedy, 1985, PG, 1hr 48min*Movies may be subject to change. P...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Collegiate science prodigies are tapped to perfect a laser, unaware that the government plans to put it to deadly use.

Comedy, 1985, PG, 1hr 48min

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Accessible Yoga for Every Body (Hybrid)

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
2nd Floor Program Room at Main Library
Program Type:
Exercise
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Build strength and flexibility along with a calmer mind in this accessible yoga for every body with Miriam Abrahams. Using a combination of seated and standing positions,...

Registration
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: 2nd Floor Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Build strength and flexibility along with a calmer mind in this accessible yoga for every body with Miriam Abrahams. Using a combination of seated and standing positions, you’ll learn balance, breathing, and focus.

Disclaimer(s)

LBPL card required

A Long Beach Public Library card is required to register for this event. 

No library card waitlist

LBPL cardholders are prioritized for registration in this program. If you do not have an LBPL card, you can still register and be put on a "pending waitlist". If there are seats available 72 hours before the program, you will receive an email notifying you that your registration is confirmed. So please make sure you enter your email address :)

Exercise

As a participant in any exercise class offered by Long Beach Public Library, you agree to indemnify the Library and the instructor from and against any losses, liabilities, claims, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) which may arise, for any reason whatsoever, as a consequence of any claim made in connection with the negligence or improper conduct of the Program Presenter or its agents or employees.