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Sara Erfan, Lisa David-Vinci and Nicole DellaBadia work the circulation desk at Merrick Library, where patrons can take out e-readers and iPod Nanos.

Will the digital book replace the library?

Libraries make it possible to borrow e-book and audiobook titles for free, just as one would a traditional book. With the convenience of this online library service, one might worry that it could mean the demise of the physical library. Officials, however, say the library is here to stay. more

By Shannon Plackis | 7/8/15

Voters back North Merrick Library budget

A strong majority of residents who voted on the North Merrick Public Library’s 2015-16 budget — more than 68 percent — supported the proposal, which will take effect July 1. more

5/7/15

School officials to lead forums on bond

North Merrick School District officials, including Superintendent David Feller and Facilities Director James Saitta, will give multiple public presentations in coming days on the district’s plans for a $14.65 million capital improvements bond. more

By Brian Racow | 4/29/15

Library budget would pierce cap

The North Merrick Public Library is seeking a 3.54 percent tax-levy increase next year — more than double a tax-levy cap the state set. more

By Brian Racow | 4/2/15

Len Kirsch was instrumental in the creation of the North Merrick Public Library in 1964 and received its first library card. He lived in the Merricks and worked in public relations for decades. At right, his wife, Ruth.

Len Kirsch, library founder, dies at 88

Longtime Merrick resident Len Kirsch, whose intellectual curiosity, public messaging savvy and can-do attitude made him the ideal person to head the citizens’ committee that advocated for the North Merrick Public Library’s founding in the mid-1960s, died last month after a lengthy illness. He was 88. more

By Brian Racow | 3/25/15

The Merrick Kiwanis Club donated an automated external defibrillator to the North Merrick Public Library. From left were Susan Helsinger, past president of the Merrick Kiwanis Club; Tom Witt, director of the North Merrick Public Library; Mark Davis, a library trustee; Kim Scharoff, president of the Kiwanis Club; Bill Pezzulo, the library president; Marion Schurade, a library trustee; Barbara Behrens, trustee; Richard Smith, trustee; and Michael Reid, a Kiwanis Club member.

Kiwanis makes heartfelt donations

Martin Valk, a past president of the Merrick Kiwanis Club, noticed that the Merrick and North Merrick libraries did not have automated external defibrillators. Thanks to his and other Kiwanians’ actions, that soon will change. more

3/5/15

Rita Kestenbaum, 56, of Bellmore, a Democrat running for Nassau County Legislature, spoke at a Feb. 19 candidates forum at the North Merrick Public Library.

Legislative candidates address voters

Democrat Rita Kestenbaum and Republican Steve Rhoads, the two candidates in the Nassau County Legislature’s 19th District, squared off last Thursday not so much against each other as against a roomful of likely voters given free rein to ask or say what they pleased. more

By Brian Racow | 2/25/15

The North Merrick Public Library opened in 1966 at its current location, 1260 Meadowbrook Road.

North Merrick Library marks 50 years

The library began an examination of its first five decades by filming interviews with residents and staff members for an oral history project ... more

By Brian Racow | 2/25/15

As part of the North Merrick Public Library’s continued participation in “Geek the Library,” a national campaign to raise awareness about and passion for local libraries, there will be a series of technology-related programs on Saturday, Jan. 10, at the library.

North Merrick Library plans technology education day

Adults, teens and children who love computer technology, or who want to better understand how to use it, might consider stopping by the North Merrick Public Library, at 1691 Meadowbrook Road, on Saturday, Jan. 10. more

1/8/15

Word of Mouth, the Merrick Avenue Middle School a cappella group, sang at the “Merricks Make Music” concert on June 3 at the North Merrick Public Library.

A little rain couldn’t stop the music

The North Merrick Public Library hosted a music festival on June 3 that starred many up-and-coming musicians: elementary school to high school students from the community. more

6/19/14

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