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Oceanside native Tara Dairman writes children’s books.

A critic can make or break a restaurant — even if she’s 12 years old. That’s the plot of Oceanside native Tara Dairman’s book series, in which child critic Gladys Gatsby secretly reviews … more

By Rebecca Melnitsky | 10/21/15

The music had everybody on their feet at the End of Summer Show.

Young readers turn the final page on summer

Summer’s just about over and it’s time to pick up the books again – except for the members of the Baldwin Public Library’s Summer Reading Club, who celebrated the … more

8/27/15

At the summer reading event in Elmont were, from left, Lou Brogna, Kodi Cox, John Starks, Steve Lambert, Orobo Ogbovoh, Superintendent Al Harper, Joseph Moucatel, Senator Jack Martins, Jade Trask, Sister Evelyn Gyl and Alexandra Saccone.

Knicks Read to Achieve at Covert

With a focus on promoting reading and literacy, Optimum Community and Madison Square Garden brought the ninth annual Knicks Read to Achieve summer reading program to Covert Avenue Elementary School … more

8/27/15

Seaford Library Director Frank McKenna, left, and Richard Sloan of Massapequa are members of the Lincoln Group of New York.

History is alive and well at Seaford Library

Want to learn more about American history? Go to the Seaford Library, where Director Frank McKenna, an avid student of history, leads an American history and biography book discussion group. more

By Laura Schofer | 8/26/15

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.

From books to bowling balls

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

Key Club members give the gift of reading

Sewanhaka High School’s Key Club donated approximately 102 books to The Book Fairies, a non-profit organization that collects and distributes books to low income high schools on Long Island and … more

7/16/15

Library News

Library Yoga Instructor april Diane presents her new book, “The Greatest Gifts of All,” to Librarian Maryellen Cantanno. more

7/9/15

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

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