Beer Brewing, Movies, Yoga, Meditation: Huntington Library Events

HUNTINGTON, NY — The Huntington Public Library released its July events slate. The library is at 338 Main St., Huntington.

People can register for events by calling 631-427-5165 or online.

Event: Coloring & Creativity
Location: HPL Main Meeting Room
Date: Thursdays, July 6 and 20; Aug. 3, 17, and 31
Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
Description: Bring your own coloring supplies and enjoy two hours of socializing, relaxing, and being creative. Led by Annina. Registration suggested. Open to all.

Event: Zumba with Carol Rodriguez
Location: Main Auditorium
Dates: Fridays, July 7, 14, 21, 28; Aug. 4, 18, 25. 7 sessions • $35
Time: 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Description: Join us for this high energy fitness class with Carol Rodriguez. Zumba combines different Latin dance styles, including the Merengue, Cha-Cha, and more, to create a fun workout appropriate for all levels. No dance experience is necessary! Please bring a water bottle and a towel. Registration is required. Open to all.

Event: Friday Afternoon Movies - Recent Hits You May Have Missed
Location: Main Library Auditorium
Date: July 7
Time: 3 p.m.
Description: "Missing" • 2022, PG-13, 111 mins After her mother goes missing, a young woman tries to find her from home, using tools available to her online.

Event: Musicology Mondays
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: July 10
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Description: "Johnny Cash: Discovering Johnny Cash Kanopy," 2013, 44 mins. A documentary that sweeps you along with the flow of musical genius that is Johnny Cash. From his family’s poverty in the Great Depression to touring with Elvis and becoming a legend in his own right. We see his reinvention for a whole new generation with Rick Rubin and how "Hurt" became the epitaph to his amazing life and career.

Event: So Happy Together
Location: Zoom
Date: Wednesday, July 12
Time: 7 p.m.
Description: Nature's dog-eat-dog world can be dangerous and unforgiving. But nature also offers surprising examples of cooperation between species - in fact, it's more common than one might expect. Find out about unique species who team up to build partnerships to survive. Registration is required. Open to all.

Event: Email for Beginners
Location: HPL Main Meeting Room
Date: Thursday, July 13
Time: 2 p.m.
Description: Learn the basics of setting up an email account and sending messages, as well as avoiding harmful spam. Registration is required. Open to all.

Event: Sound Meditation with Guided Imagery
Location: Main Meeting Room
Date: Monday, July 17
Time: 7 p.m.
Description: Donna Nesteruk will use quartz crystal bowls that produce powerful vibratory sound waves that harmoniously resonate deeply within the body along with other meditative sounds to allow for a restorative and relaxing experience. These sounds create a peaceful calm and harmony within. Guided imagery is a conscious, intentional use of your imagination, which accesses your subconscious mind via sensory images. By imagining scenes that produce serenity, immunity is bolstered, and stress hormones are reduced. Registration is required. Open to all.

Event: One-on-One Medicare Counseling and Assistance (HIICAP)
Location: Station Meeting Room
Date: Tuesday, July 18
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Description: Speak one-on-one with a Suffolk County RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) volunteer from HIICAP (Health Insurance Information, Counseling, & Assistance Program) to answer questions and provide information specific to your own needs regarding Medicare health insurance and benefits, Medicare Savings Programs, Extra Help for prescription drugs, and EPIC (Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage). By appointment only. Registration is required.

Event: Plants for Healthy Living with Paul Levine
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Tuesday, July 18
Time: 2 p.m.
Description: Nine different plants, including the Peace Lily, Snake Plant, Pothos and Kalanchoe will be discussed. He will also cover how to care for each plant and what health benefits they promote. Attendees will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win one of seven different plants at the end of the program! Registration is required. Open to all.

Event: Beer Brewing 101
Location: Main Meeting Room
Date: Wednesday, July 19
Time: 7 p.m.
Description: Learn the basics of the home brewing hobby. The presentation will discuss ingredients, equipment, and the process of making beer in your own home. Registration is required. Open to all.

Event: Mystery Book Discussion Group hosted by Donna
Location: Main Auditorium & Zoom
Date: Tuesday, July 18
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Description: "The House in the Pines," a Reese’s Book Club pick, with author Ana Reyes. Seven years after the mysterious death of her best friend, Aubrey, Maya comes across a recent YouTube video in which a young woman dies in front of the same man Aubrey did, leading her back to a New England cabin to finally uncover a truth that could save her. Registration is required. Open to all.

Event: Friday Afternoon Movies Recent Hits You May Have Missed
Location: Main Library Auditorium
Date: July 21
Time: 3 p.m.
Description: "Champions," 2023, PG-13, 124 mins A former minor-league basketball coach is ordered by the court to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. He soon realizes that despite his doubts, together, this team can go further than they ever imagined.

Event: Seed Saving and Plant Starts
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Saturday, July 22
Time: 2 pm
Description: Saving your own seeds is easy and incredibly rewarding. Join Organic Growing Consultant Renato Stafford learn how to correctly save and store the seeds you will need to eventually start next year’s garden. Topics covered will include identifying the right seeds to save, drying and storage, purchasing seeds and starting plants in the spring. Registration is required. Open to all.

Event: Trending & Social: Manga Mixer Book Discussion
Location: Station Classroom
Date: Monday, July 24
Time: 7 to 8 p.m.
Description: "Spy x Family" & Candy Sushi. What’s this anime and manga global phenomenon that reached the status of top selling book just this April? Find out as we cover "Spy x Family, Vol. 1," and make candy sushi while we chat! Book available at the Customer Services Desk on Libby. Registration is required. Open to all.

Event: Open Level Yoga with Carmela
Location: Main Meeting Room
Dates: Tuesdays, July 25; Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. 6 sessions • $30
Time: 7 to 8 p.m.
Description: Students of all levels will be provided with guidance and support that meet your individual needs at this Hatha-based class that has a balance of Vinyasa flows and gentle poses. Participants should be able to get up and down off the floor and be in general good health for this movement based class. Please bring a yoga mat. A block and a strap are also encouraged. Registration is required. Open to all.

Event: An Evening with Abbott & Costello
Location: Main Auditorium
Wednesday, July 26
Time: 6:30 tp 8:30 p.m.
Description: Learn how comedians Abbott & Costello came to dominate every medium they starred in, overcame great personal tragedies, gave away millions of dollars, and made America laugh when the country needed it most. We certainly could use comedians and human beings like them today! For this lecture, view some of their rare live television appearances on the Colgate Comedy Hour that you may never have experienced! You’ll laugh until your sides hurt! There will be a large memorabilia, autograph, and book display for viewing as well. Registration is required. Open to all.

Event: "Sleepless City": A Nick Ryan Novel
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Tuesday, August 1
Time: 7 p.m.
Description: Join us to celebrate the launch of "Sleepless City," the first novel in Reed Farrel Coleman's new series. Reed has written 32 novels including six in the Jesse Stone series for the late Robert B. Parker. He is a four-time recipient of the Shamus Award and four-time Edgar Award nominee in three different categories, and has also won the Audie, Scribe, Macavity, Barry, and Anthony awards. Reed lives with his wife on Long Island. Books will be available for purchase along with an in-person book signing. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to the Friends of the Huntington Public Library, a non-profit organization in support of the library. Praise for Sleepless City: "Coleman is a noir grandmaster and I hope this series runs forever." Lee Child, #1 New York Times bestselling author. Refreshments and snacks will be served.

Event: One-on-One Medicare Counseling and Assistance (HIICAP)
Location: Main Small Meeting Room
Date: Tuesday, August 15
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Description: Speak one-on-one with a Suffolk County RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) volunteer from HIICAP (Health Insurance Information, Counseling, & Assistance Program) to answer questions and provide information specific to your own needs regarding Medicare health insurance and benefits, Medicare Savings Programs, Extra Help for prescription drugs, and EPIC (Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage). By appointment only. Registration is required.