The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
The Basics of Philosophy with Wendy Turgeon
Friday, September 26th, 10:00 am (In-Person)
Please join us for a philosophy discussion roundtable. Our topics will range from God, art, politics, mind, appearance/reality to truth. The text should be fun reading, but anyone is welcome who would like to engage in Socratic dialogue on questions that get to the fundamental human experience. All are welcome, whether you are sixteen or ninety.
This program will take place in person at the library.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Friday Night Dialogue: What is the Role of Inspiration in Poetry? (Zoom)
Friday Night Dialogue: What is the Role of Inspiration in Poetry?
Friday, September 26th, 7:00 pm (Zoom)
Virginia Walker asks three Long Island poets, Kathy Donnelly, George Held, and Karen Schulte, how inspiration has shaped their poetry. This is the fifth in a series of questions for poets posed by Virginia Walker.
This program will take place on Zoom.
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Toni Morrison Book Club (Zoom)
Toni Morrison Book Club - Home
Saturday, September 27th, 2:00 pm (Zoom)
The Toni Morrison Book Club, led by Terry Lucas, takes you on an adventure through the novels written by Toni Morrison.
When Frank Money joined the army to escape his too-small world, he left behind his cherished and fragile little sister, Cee. After the war, he journeys to his native Georgia with a renewed sense of purpose in search of his sister, but it becomes clear that their troubles began well before their wartime separation. Together, they return to their rural hometown of Lotus, where buried secrets are unearthed and where Frank learns at last what it means to be a man, what it takes to heal, and—above all—what it means to come home.
This program will take place on Zoom.
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Great Decisions - India: Between China and the West (at the SI History Museum)
Great Decisions - India: Between China and the West
Monday, September 29th, 5:30 pm at the Shelter Island History Museum
The challenges to India's policy to maintain its independence and autonomy from great powers will be presented by Professor Sandy Day of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and Iqbal Mamdani, banker, investor, and entreprenur with cross border expertise in the Middle East, Asia, and Turkey.
This program is in person at The Shelter Island History Museum.
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Mystery Book Club (Zoom)
Mystery Book Club - None Of This Is True by Lisa Jewell
Monday, September 29th, 5:30 pm (Zoom)
The Mystery Book Club reads everything from classic mysteries to thrillers.
During her 45th birthday at her local pub, podcaster Alix Summer meets Josie Fair, an unassuming woman, who becomes the subject of Alix's popular true crime podcast, but as Alix delves deeper into Josie's life, she begins to question the truth of everything Josie tells her. When Josie disappears, leaving a terrifying legacy. Alix realizes she’s the focus of her own true crime podcast, with her family's safety at risk. Who is Josie Fair, and what has she done?
This program will take place on Zoom.
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Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable
Tuesday, September 30th, 4:00 pm (In Person and Zoom)
The Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable meets every Tuesday to discuss poetry in depth. We read poets of all styles and points of view from classical times to the present, and welcome readers of poetry who enjoy meeting with fellow lovers of poetry for lively discussion.
This program will take place in person and on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Autumn Harvest Breads with "The Bread Monk" (Zoom)
Autumn Harvest - Breads with “The Bread Monk”
Tuesday, September 30th, 7:00 pm (Zoom)
Join us this fall for a baking session with Fr. Dominic "The Bread Monk." He will share recipes for Spiced Apple Shortcake, a Harvest Braid, hearty multigrain quick breads, German pretzels for Oktoberfest, and tips for Thanksgiving dinner rolls.
This program will take place on Zoom.
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Tai Chi w/ Denise Gillies (Zoom)
Tai Chi w/ Denise Gillies
Wednesday, October 1st, 5:00 pm (Zoom)
Discover the benefits of Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese practice that nurtures both mind and body. Led by Denise Gillies, whose relaxed and enthusiastic teaching style leaves participants feeling energized. This class is perfect for all levels.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
The Basics of Philosophy with Wendy Turgeon
Friday, October 3rd, 10:00 am (In-Person)
Please join us for a philosophy discussion roundtable. Our topics will range from God, art, politics, mind, appearance/reality to truth.
All are welcome, whether you are sixteen or ninety.
This program will take place in person at the library.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Long Island Birds: Weird, Whacky, Wild & Wonderful (Zoom)
Long Island Birds: Weird, Whacky, Wild & Wonderful
Friday, October 3rd, 6:00 pm (Zoom)
Did you know birds can dance, fight or blow bubbles during courtship? Or that they can stay in the air for months? Or protect themselves by vomiting? Using photos and fun/interesting facts, Dianne Taggart, long-time birder, will tell you about our wonderful wild birds.
This program will take place on Zoom.
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First Saturday Crafts - Pressed Flower Pumpkins
First Saturday Crafts - Pressed Flower Pumpkins
Saturday, October 4th, 12:00 pm (Library Trailer)
Celebrate the season with a hands-on craft! Join us to decoupage a white pumpkin with pressed flowers, creating a lovely centerpiece perfect for your fall décor.
This program will take place in person at the Library Trailer.
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Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, October 6th, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts (Zoom)
Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts
Monday, October 6th, 1:00 pm (Zoom)
Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts
Confused about the differences? Join us for an informative discussion on revocable and irrevocable trusts, and learn the benefits of placing assets—like a home—into a trust.
This program will take place on Zoom.
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Knitting and Crochet w/ Ashley
Knitting and Crochet w/ Ashley
Monday, October 6th, 5:30 pm (In Person)
Join fiber artist Ashley Edmund as she shares her passion for knitting with the Shelter Island community. With years of experience in a wide array of techniques, Ashley brings skill, creativity, and enthusiasm to every session—perfect for beginners and seasoned knitters alike.
This program will take place in person at the Library Trailer.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable
Tuesday, October 7th, 4:00 pm (In Person and Zoom)
The Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable meets every Tuesday to discuss poetry in depth. We read poets of all styles and points of view from classical times to the present, and welcome readers of poetry who enjoy meeting with fellow lovers of poetry for lively discussion.
This program will take place in person and on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
When We Spoke to the Dead: How Ghosts Gave American Women Their Voice (Zoom)
When We Spoke to the Dead: How Ghosts Gave American Women Their Voice
Thursday, October 9th, 7:00 pm (Zoom)
From wartime séances to televangelists, from Victorian ghosts to wellness gurus, author and journalist Ilise Carter unearths the connections between faith, fraud, feminism, and financial opportunity.
This program will take place on Zoom.
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The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
The Basics of Philosophy with Wendy Turgeon
Friday, October 10th, 10:00 am (In-Person)
Please join us for a philosophy discussion roundtable. Our topics will range from God, art, politics, mind, appearance/reality to truth.
All are welcome, whether you are sixteen or ninety.
This program will take place in person at the library.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, October 13th, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable
Tuesday, October 14th, 4:00 pm (In Person and Zoom)
The Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable meets every Tuesday to discuss poetry in depth. We read poets of all styles and points of view from classical times to the present, and welcome readers of poetry who enjoy meeting with fellow lovers of poetry for lively discussion.
This program will take place in person and on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Pets and the City (Zoom)
Pets and the City
Tuesday, October 14th, 7:00 pm (Zoom)
Take a look at the visual history of New Yorkers and their companion animals through the New York Historical Society's amazing collection of art, objects, documents, memorabilia and film, from the Lenape and Haudenosaunee to bodega cats and dog parks.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Tai Chi w/ Denise Gillies (Zoom)
Tai Chi w/ Denise Gillies
Wednesday, October 15th, 5:00 pm (Zoom)
Discover the benefits of Tai Chi, an ancient Chinese practice that nurtures both mind and body. Led by Denise Gillies, whose relaxed and enthusiastic teaching style leaves participants feeling energized. This class is perfect for all levels.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Breast Cancer Awareness (Zoom)
Breast Cancer Awareness
Thursday, October 16th, 12:00 pm
Join Dr. Edna Kapenhas, Medical Director of the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center, for an informative session on risk factors, warning signs, and treatment options for breast cancer.
An East End Libraries Event hosted by Hampton Bays Library.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
The Basics of Philosophy with Wendy Turgeon
Friday, October 17th, 10:00 am (In-Person)
Please join us for a philosophy discussion roundtable. Our topics will range from God, art, politics, mind, appearance/reality to truth.
All are welcome, whether you are sixteen or ninety.
This program will take place in person at the library.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
AI For the Curious (American Legion)
AI For the Curious
Friday, October 17th, 5:00 pm (at the American Legion)
Join Peter Semmelhack—CEO of Bug Labs and author of Social Machines—for a down-to-earth talk on AI, how it fits into everyday life, and what’s next. Bring your questions!
This program will take place at the American Legion Hall.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, October 20th, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable
Tuesday, October 21st, 4:00 pm (In Person and Zoom)
The Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable meets every Tuesday to discuss poetry in depth. We read poets of all styles and points of view from classical times to the present, and welcome readers of poetry who enjoy meeting with fellow lovers of poetry for lively discussion.
This program will take place in person and on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Medicare w/ Confidence: One-on-One Appointments
Medicare with Confidence: One-on-One Appointments
Wednesday, October 22nd, 9:30 am - 5:30 pm (In Person)
Appointments available on a first come first serve basis. Space is limited!
Join Tom McCann from Senior Service of North America for an informative hour on Medicare—covering eligibility, plan types, enrollment, cost assistance, and more.
This is an educational session only.
Call the Shelter Island Library at 631-749-0042 to make an appointment!
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
The Basics of Philosophy with Wendy Turgeon
Friday, October 24th, 10:00 am (In-Person)
Please join us for a philosophy discussion roundtable. Our topics will range from God, art, politics, mind, appearance/reality to truth.
All are welcome, whether you are sixteen or ninety.
This program will take place in person at the library.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Shakespeare in Community (Zoom)
Shakespeare in Community - The Two Gentlemen of Veronia
Saturday, October 25th, 12:30 pm (Zoom)
The Two Gentlemen of Verona follows the adventures—and misadventures—of friendship, love, and loyalty. . Filled with witty dialogue, charming twists, and the timeless exploration of human relationships, this play showcases Shakespeare’s early mastery of humor and heart. The Two Gentlemen of Verona follows the adventures—and misadventures—of friendship, love, and loyalty. . Filled with witty dialogue, charming twists, and the timeless exploration of human relationships, this play showcases Shakespeare’s early mastery of humor and heart.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Toni Morrison Book Club (Zoom)
Toni Morrison Book Club - God Help the Child
Saturday, October 25th, 2:00 pm (Zoom)
In her final novel, Nobel Prize winner Toni Morrison explores the lasting effects of childhood trauma. God Help the Child follows Bride, a successful woman whose beauty hides deep emotional scars. A powerful and poetic meditation on healing, resilience, and the complexities of love.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, October 27th, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable
Tuesday, October 28th, 4:00 pm (In Person and Zoom)
The Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable meets every Tuesday to discuss poetry in depth. We read poets of all styles and points of view from classical times to the present, and welcome readers of poetry who enjoy meeting with fellow lovers of poetry for lively discussion.
This program will take place in person and on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Cookbook Club: Fall Harvest
Cookbook Club - Fall Harvest
Wednesday, October 29th, 5:30 pm (Library Trailer)
Choose a recipe, prepare it at home, and bring it along to share with the group. We’ll taste, chat, and swap kitchen tips while enjoying the cozy flavors of autumn together. Come hungry and leave inspired!
This program will take place at the Library Trailer.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Crafting with Holly - Splendid Body Lotions
Crafting with Holly - Splendid Body Lotions
Thursday, October 30th, 1:00 pm (Zoom)
Treat yourself to a splendid body lotion with a seasonal scent. Join Holly Cronin to craft your very own fall-inspired lotion!
Space is limited, so please register to secure your spot!
This program takes place in person at the Library Trailer.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
The Basics of Philosophy with Wendy Turgeon
Friday, October 31st, 10:00 am (In-Person)
Please join us for a philosophy discussion roundtable. Our topics will range from God, art, politics, mind, appearance/reality to truth.
All are welcome, whether you are sixteen or ninety.
This program will take place in person at the library.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, November 3rd, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, November 10th, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, November 17th, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, December 1st, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, December 8th, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, December 15th, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, December 22nd, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, December 29th, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.
Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finances (Zoom)
Managing Money: A Caregiver’s Guide to Finances
Tuesday, September 23rd, 7:00 pm (Zoom)
The financial aspect of caregiving can have a direct effect on your effectiveness as a caregiver. The Alzheimer’s Association of Long Island will examine: the costs of caregiving; the benefits of early planning; how to avoid financial abuse and fraud; how to assess financial and legal needs. Also included will be information on how to start the conversation around these issues and find support.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable
Tuesday, September 23rd, 4:00 pm (In Person and Zoom)
The Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable meets every Tuesday to discuss poetry in depth. We read poets of all styles and points of view from classical times to the present, and welcome readers of poetry who enjoy meeting with fellow lovers of poetry for lively discussion.
This program will take place in person and on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
The Basics of Philosophy with Wendy Turgeon
Friday, September 19th, 10:00 am (In-Person)
Please join us for a philosophy discussion roundtable. Our topics will range from God, art, politics, mind, appearance/reality to truth. The text should be fun reading, but anyone is welcome who would like to engage in Socratic dialogue on questions that get to the fundamental human experience. All are welcome, whether you are sixteen or ninety.
This program will take place in person at the library.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Osteoporosis w/ Heidi Roppelt, MD (Zoom)
Osteoporosis w/ Heidi Roppelt
Thursday, September 18th, 12:00 pm (Zoom)
Join Dr. Heidi Roppelt, board-certified rheumatologist at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, will discuss osteoporosis and osteopenia, the causes, as well as diagnosis, treatment and disease management.
This program will take place on Zoom and is sponsored by the Stony Brook Southampton Hospital.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Tai Chi w/ Denise Gillies (Zoom)
Tai Chi w/ Denise Gillies
Wednesday, September 17th, 5:00 pm (Zoom)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese health practice that provides a wide range of mind/body benefits. Denise Gillies has a teaching style that is relaxed, enthusiastic and designed to leave you feeling energized.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia (Zoom)
Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Tuesday, September 16th, 7:00 pm (Zoom)
Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging. Join the Alzheimer’s Association of Long Island to learn about the impact of Alzheimer's, the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia, stages and risk factors, current research and treatments available, and Alzheimer's Association resources.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable
Tuesday, September 16th, 4:00 pm (In Person and Zoom)
The Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable meets every Tuesday to discuss poetry in depth. We read poets of all styles and points of view from classical times to the present, and welcome readers of poetry who enjoy meeting with fellow lovers of poetry for lively discussion.
This program will take place in person and on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
East End Osprey's (at Mashomack Preserve's Visitor Center)
East End Osprey’s
Friday, September 12th, 5:00 pm (at Mashomack Preserve’s Visitor Center, 79 South Ferry Road)
Join Group for the East End staff member, Jennifer Skilbred, to learn all about the magnificent ospreys that visit Shelter Island and the East End every spring and summer. The Group has been monitoring ospreys for over three decades, including a 2025 survey of active nests across the East End.
This program will take place in person, at the Mashomack Preserve Visitor Center, 79 South Ferry Road.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
The Basics of Philosophy with Wendy Turgeon
Friday, September 12th, 10:00 am (In-Person)
Please join us for a philosophy discussion roundtable. Our topics will range from God, art, politics, mind, appearance/reality to truth. The text should be fun reading, but anyone is welcome who would like to engage in Socratic dialogue on questions that get to the fundamental human experience. All are welcome, whether you are sixteen or ninety.
This program will take place in person at the library.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable
Tuesday, September 9th, 4:00 pm (In Person and Zoom)
The Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable meets every Tuesday to discuss poetry in depth. We read poets of all styles and points of view from classical times to the present, and welcome readers of poetry who enjoy meeting with fellow lovers of poetry for lively discussion.
This program will take place in person and on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Shelter Island Book Club (at the SI Historical Society)
Shelter Island Book Club - There, There by Tommy Orange
Tuesday, September 9th, 4:00 pm at the SI Historical Society
This wondrous and shattering novel follows twelve characters from Native communities: all traveling to the Big Oakland Powwow, all connected to one another in ways they may not yet realize.
This program will take place in person at the SI Historical Society.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Knitting and Crochet with Ashley
Knitting and Crochet with Ashley
Monday, September 8th, 5:30 pm (In Person)
Ashley Edmund is a fiber artist with years of experience in an array of techniques. She is excited to share her passion for knitting with her fellow Shelter Islanders.
This program will take place in person at the library trailer.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Summer Dialogue: Where Have All the Protest Songs Gone?
Summer Dialogue: Where Have All the Protest Songs Gone?
w/ David Browne & Tom Junod
Saturday, September 6th, 5:00 pm (at the American Legion)
Recent events like the No King’s Day protests have evoked comparisons to the Sixties. But they also raise a question: Where are the new protest songs to accompany them? Where's the sing-along soundtrack? David Browne and Tom Junod return for their sixth annual Dialogue to discuss the history of the genre, the greatest and most enduring protest songs and whether protest songs are still striking the right chords.
This program will take place in person at the American Legion.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
The Basics of Philosophy with Wendy Turgeon
Friday, September 5th, 10:00 am (In-Person)
Please join us for a philosophy discussion roundtable. Our topics will range from God, art, politics, mind, appearance/reality to truth. The text should be fun reading, but anyone is welcome who would like to engage in Socratic dialogue on questions that get to the fundamental human experience. All are welcome, whether you are sixteen or ninety.
This program will take place in person at the library.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Tai Chi w/ Denise Gillies (Zoom)
Tai Chi w/ Denise Gillies
Wednesday, September 3rd, 5:00 pm (Zoom)
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese health practice that provides a wide range of mind/body benefits. Denise Gillies has a teaching style that is relaxed, enthusiastic and designed to leave you feeling energized.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable
Tuesday, September 2nd, 4:00 pm (In Person and Zoom)
The Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable meets every Tuesday to discuss poetry in depth. We read poets of all styles and points of view from classical times to the present, and welcome readers of poetry who enjoy meeting with fellow lovers of poetry for lively discussion.
This program will take place in person and on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Toni Morrison Book Club (Zoom)
Toni Morrison Book Club - A Mercy
Saturday, August 30th, 2:00 pm (Zoom)
The Toni Morrison Book Club, led by Terry Lucas, takes you on an adventure through the novels written by Toni Morrison.
In exchange for a bad debt, an Anglo-Dutch trader takes on Florens, a young slave girl, who feels abandoned by her slave mother and who searches for love--first from an older servant woman at her master's new home, and then from a handsome free blacksmith.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Shakespeare in Community (Zoom)
Shakespeare in Community
Saturday, August 30th, 12:30 pm (Zoom)
Proteus is enamored with the elusive Julia; however, upon arriving in Verona, he encounters Silvia, the object of his best friend Valentine’s affection, and immediately becomes infatuated with her as well. It doesn’t take long for Proteus to betray Valentine in his pursuit of Silvia. Meanwhile, Julia devises her own scheme to become involved.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
The Basics of Philosophy w/ Wendy Turgeon
The Basics of Philosophy with Wendy Turgeon
Friday, August 29th, 10:00 am (In-Person)
Please join us for a philosophy discussion roundtable. Our topics will range from God, art, politics, mind, appearance/reality to truth. The text should be fun reading, but anyone is welcome who would like to engage in Socratic dialogue on questions that get to the fundamental human experience. All are welcome, whether you are sixteen or ninety.
This program will take place in person at the library.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable (In Person/Zoom)
Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable
Tuesday, August 26th, 4:00 pm (In Person and Zoom)
The Art/Rich Poetry Roundtable meets every Tuesday to discuss poetry in depth. We read poets of all styles and points of view from classical times to the present, and welcome readers of poetry who enjoy meeting with fellow lovers of poetry for lively discussion.
This program will take place in person and on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Great Decisions: The Loss of USAID (SI History Museum)
Great Decisions: The Loss of USAID
Monday, August 25th, 5:30 pm (at the SI History Museum)
With Kirk Ressler and Isobel Coleman.
The government has ceased funding for USAID. Isobel Coleman, who previously served as Deputy Administrator for Policy and Programming at USAID and as a US Ambassador to the United Nations for Management and Reform, will leverage her extensive experience as we explore the impacts.
This program will take place in person at the Shelter Island History Museum.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS AND ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Mystery Book Club: Killers of a Certain Age (Zoom)
Mystery Book Club: Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn
Monday, August 25th, 5:30 pm (Zoom)
Billie, Mary Alice, Helen, and Natalie have spent forty years with the Museum, an elite assassin network. Their skills are overlooked in a tech-driven era. During a retirement vacation, they become targets of their own organization, marked for death by the Board. To survive, they must work together against the Museum, proving that being a woman and a killer at their age still has power.
This program will take place on Zoom.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS ALL OTHER ADULT PROGRAMS, PLEASE CLICK HERE
Mah Jongg
Mah Jongg
Monday, August 25th, 10:00 am
Come join a friendly group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts. No need to be an expert, just join the fun and learn as you go.
No registration is required for this program.