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Morning Glory Pool

Yellowstone National Park is one of those magical places that you hear about your entire life!  Ever since you were a kid, you’ve probably heard stories about the buffalo, the hot springs and Old Faithful. One of the most famous… Continue Reading…

History, Pop Culture

The Brooklyn Nobody Knows

The title of this blog entry, The Brooklyn Nobody Knows, has a double meaning.  It is not only the title of a book by author William Helmreich, but it is also the subject of a documentary called A Hole in… Continue Reading…

Crafts, Digital Services

Crochet: A Hobby and a Form of Relaxation

In both normal and stressful times, crochet is a craft that results in a product — a sweater, afghan, toy, and many other things, and an aid to emotional well-being — a sense of accomplishment and a feeling of relaxation… Continue Reading…

Pop Culture

The Manhattan Nobody Knows …

As John Steinbeck has said, “Once you’ve lived in New York and it has become your home, no place else is good enough.” As a lifelong New Yorker, born in the heart of New York City, I’ve always loved exploring… Continue Reading…

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Community Emergency Services

During this time of crisis, we would like to offer you a list of local emergency services and their contact information. This information was made available to us from the Suffolk Cooperative Library System. CRISIS HOTLINES * Response Crisis Center… Continue Reading…

Digital Services, How to Guides, News and Information, Research

Suffolk Libraries at Home

Suffolk County Libraries have put together a list of online resources for young and old patrons … while school is out and people are sheltering at home. Called “Suffolk Libraries at Home, ”  it lists links to the websites of… Continue Reading…

Digital Services, News and Information

May is Older Americans Month

Become informed about current health and social advances for older Americans when you read these books. A New Way to Age: The Most Cutting Edge Advances in Anti-Aging, written by Suzanne Somers, “Life just gets better and better for health… Continue Reading…

Digital Services, News and Information

Online Health Resources Using Live-brary.com

Live-brary.com contains a collection of online databases, including a few featuring health and medical topics. This can be helpful during these health-conscious days. One database is Gale OneFile Health and Medicine. It is designed for students and health care professionals,… Continue Reading…

Digital Services, News and Information

Niche Academy

The Lindenhurst Memorial Library now subscribes to Niche Academy, a collection of “how-to” videos that guide us through all of the online products available in our daily lives. From computer software to hardware, social media to databases, Niche Academy explains… Continue Reading…

How to Guides

The Big Apple

For me, living near New York City has always been a great way to experience the culture and attractions of the Big Apple! A perfect trip for Spring, when we no longer have to quarantine … would be to visit… Continue Reading…

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