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children were invited to a bowling party at AMF Wantagh Lanes on Aug. 21 as a reward for completing the summer reading program requirements at the Wantagh Public Library.

After two months of keeping their minds sharp, children who participated in the Wantagh Public Library’s summer reading program were rewarded with a free evening of bowling at AMF Wantagh Lanes last Friday night. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 8/26/15

With books, you can and should go home again

On one level, it’s a matter of clearing some closet space. On another, it’s a signal to let go and move on. more

7/29/15

Among the 75 volunteers this summer at the Wantagh Library are, from left, Jessica Belcic, Brandon Schroh, Thomas Moran, J.P. Moran, Matthew Schroh and Brianna Legovich. They help keep the summer reading program running smoothly, so the librarians can focus on their other duties.

Teens making library thrive

“I couldn’t do it without them,” Wantagh children’s librarian Susan Finck said of the 75 teenage volunteers who are assisting with this year’s summer reading program. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 7/29/15

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages has encouraged students to read over the summer.

Assemblywoman challenges students

State Assemblywoman Michaelle C. Solages (D-Elmont) announced the kickoff of the Assembly’s annual Summer Reading Challenge last week. In partnership with libraries across the state, the … more

7/16/15

Hosts Robert and Betsy Transom supplied the food.

Kiwanis presents a patriotic and delicious night

The Oceanside Kiwanis club took over the Gazebo reading night on the village green July 6, in celebration of Independence Day. more

By Barbra Rubin-Perry | 7/15/15

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages invited village residents to join the Assemblyman's challenge

Michaelle Solages kicks off reading challenge

State Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages announced the start of the Assembly’s annual Summer Reading Challenge earlier this month, designed to encourage children to continue reading and learning … more

By Brendan Murray bmurray@liherald.com | 7/15/15

Donna Dobkowski, second from left, brought her daughters Anna, 12, and Kristen, 14, to the Historical Society of the Merricks’ reading of the U.S. Declaration of Independence on the Fourth of July at the Merrick Avenue gazebo. Right, Historical Society President Lawrence Garfinkel has organized the annual event for many years.

Merricks mark the Fourth of July

As they first did in the summer of 1776, local townsfolk gathered last week to hear the words of Thomas Jefferson declaring America’s original 13 colonies free and independent states. more

7/8/15

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

Reading under the sun

While the summer is a time for children to relax and have fun, it is important to find time to read. Libraries across the area are organizing various summer reading programs for children and teens. more

By Matthew Rachek | 6/17/15

Declaration reading set for Fourth of July

The Historical Society of the Merricks will hold its annual Reading of the Declaration of Independence this year on the Fourth of July. The reading will take place on Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Merrick gazebo, at Merrick Avenue north of Sunrise Highway. more

6/10/15

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