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At The Libraries: Week of Mar. 25

All of our local happenings at the Babylon and West Babylon Public Libraries.

Our local libraries are a source of both knowledge and entertainment, with informational and education events being hosted throughout the week. Babylon and West Babylon Public Libraries often host these events for little or no charge, so check out the top five events going on this week.

Week of March 18

1. A New York State Safe Boating Course will be offered by Suffolk County Marine Bureau officer Mike Axelson at Babylon Public Library on Monday, Mar. 25 at 6 p.m. The course will satisfy the new Suffolk County requirement which will be going into effect as of November 6, 2013.  The course is free for all patrons; however those 18 years or over must pay a fee of $10.00 to New York State upon completion of the course. Registrants must be at least 10 years of age at the beginning of the course.

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2. The Babylon Public Library will host its Board of Trustees Budget Meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Wed., Mar. 27 for the upcoming fiscal year. All are welcome to attend.

3. The Babylon Village Arts Council will continue its movie series with A Single Man, starring Colin Firth and Julianne Moore, at Babylon Public Library. After the death of his longtime partner, a British college professor in Los Angeles struggles to find meaning in his life. As he dwells on the past, he begins to contemplate suicide. A series of events and encounters will lead him to question if there really is a meaning to his life after all. Steven Kureczko will lead a discussion immediately following the showing of the film, which starts at 6:45 p.m. on Thurs., Mar. 28.

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4. Caregivers with children ages 3 months-5 years are welcome to Drop In Playgroup at West Babylon Public Library on Thurs., Mar. 28 at 10:30 a.m. Chat, play, have fun and make new friends. Advance registration is not required.

5. Join registered yoga teacher Cathy Adamo for a 5-week course at West Babylon Public Library for Yoga Mornings on Fri., Mar. 29 at 10:15 a.m. Yoga may increase strength, flexibility and balance, as well as create a sense of calm and focus


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