Medford Library Project Update: Governor Cuomo signed S.2877 authorizing the parkland lease on Friday, September 13. This AUTHORIZES the creation of the lease with the Town of Brookhaven for the property at the Medford Athletic Complex for the purpose of building a Library. However, the lease has NOT yet been written or signed by the Library or the Town of Brookhaven. That process will continue, and we will update here as more information becomes available. If you have questions, please call the Director at 654-4700, x300. Thank you!
Long Island Watercolorists Show Off Their Work in New Group Exhibition
The Library is proud to present Landscapes & Still Lifes, a group exhibit featuring the artwork of select members of the Long Island Watercolorists. The Long Island Watercolorists are a group of of local artists that participate in weekly watercolor classes taught by Paul Padovano. The pastoral images of barns, seascapes, and flowers remind us to appreciate the simple things in life as they often bring us the most joy.
Pop Culture Menu for September 10th-Downton Abbey Edition
A few resources for you to peruse, at your leisure... Household Staffing ServicesBecome or hire a Lady's Maid, Butler, Valet and such. 1m1920's MenusWhat was on the menu back then? 2mPBS-13: Downton AbbeyCatch up on the show in time for the movie. … [Continue reading]
Frames Of Reference: “The Phantom Of The Opera” (1925)
"Sanctuary of song lovers, The Paris Opera House, rising nobly over medieval torture chambers, hidden dungeons, long forgotten..." Seemingly tailor-made for the medium of silent cinema, "Le Fantôme de l'Opéra" ("The Phantom Of The Opera"), … [Continue reading]