Huntington Library June Events: Fitness, Movies, Book Discussions

HUNTINGTON, NY — The Huntington Public Library released its June events slate. The library is at 338 Main St., Huntington.

People can register for events by calling 631-427-5165 or online.

Event: A Music Legacy: Three Centuries of the African Diaspora with Alexander Wu Trio
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Saturday, June 1
Time: 2 p.m.
Description: Music of the African diaspora showcases the vast contributions to music by Africans and the descendants of enslaved Africans around the world. Pianist and music arranger, Alexander Wu and his trio bring together tradition and history with its modern-day influence and cultural relevance. A universal celebration of the beauty and diversity of its diasporic music and culture not to be missed. Registration required and open to all.

Event: Acting Your Fitness Age
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Monday, June 3
Time: 2 p.m.
Description: Lisa Zimmerman, certified personal trainer, will explain how your physiology is influenced by lifestyle more than your birthday, and how to adjust your exercise regimen for the best results. Registration required and open to all.

Event: What Did the Declaration of Independence Actually Declare?
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Monday, June 3
Time: 7 p.m.
Description: Few documents have had as much impact on world history as the one-page writing that formalized the severing of ties between the American colonies and England. In this lecture, we will discuss the road to the declaration, the constitutional underpinnings of its necessity, and the historical basis of its premise. Registration required and open to all.

Event: Talking to Your Doctor
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Tuesday, June 5
Time: 2 p.m.
Description: It is often difficult for caregivers to speak with their physician regarding their loved one’s diagnosis. Get tips on how to speak with your doctor about dementia and important questions to ask during the visit. Registration required and open to all.

Event: Unlocking the Door to Homeownership
Location: Main Meeting Room
Date: Wednesday, June 5
Time: 7 p.m.
Description: Interested in buying a home? Do you know somebody interested? Join home buying specialist Anthony Lupo for this home buying seminar. Learn about the process, steps, financing options and more. Empower yourself to make informed decisions towards homeownership. Registration required and open to all.

Event: Nightfall Book Club
Location: Main Meeting Room
Date: Thursday, June 6
Time: 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Description: Join us for a discussion of Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. After her husband dies, a grieving Tova Sullivan starts working at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, where she forms a special bond with a Giant Pacific octopus named Marcellus, who may hold the key to solving the mysterious disappearance of her 18-year-old son, Erik, over thirty years ago on Puget Sound. Registration required and open to all.

Event: Friday Afternoon Movies
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Friday, June 7
Time: 3 p.m.
Description: “Waitress: The Musical,” 2023, NR, 144 minutes The hit Broadway musical about a small-town pie baker with big dreams gets the silver screen treatment. Open to all.

Event: Broadway on a Budget!
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Saturday, June 8
Time: 2 p.m.
Description: Theater enthusiast Brian Stoll will discuss all things Broadway, beginning with the history and importance of the Playbill, as well as touch upon some of the reasons why audience members choose to collect these memorable theatre keepsakes. Lastly, Brian will share a variety of money-saving tips on how to see Broadway shows for under $60.00 a ticket! Registration required and open to all.

Event: Empire Defensive Driving
Location: Main Meeting Room
Date: Saturday, June 8
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Description: Drivers may reduce up to four points on their driving record or receive a 10 percent discount on vehicle liability, personal injury protection, and collision insurance for three years, and, possibly, a reduction of up to four points on their driving record every 18 months.
In-person registration is required with a non-refundable fee of $30. Checks should be made payable to: Empire Safety Council.

Event: Blueprint for Financial Success
Location: Main Meeting Room
Date: Tuesday, June 11
Time: 7 p.m.
Description: Join Nicole Murtsef, Financial Services Professional, for this seminar geared towards individuals who want to learn how to build a strong financial foundation. Topics to be covered include the basics of building financial security, managing debt, growing savings, and safeguarding against risk and unexpected events. Registration required and open to all.

Event: Stonewall National Monument
Location: Zoom
Date: Friday, June 14
Time: Noon
Description: Join Stonewall National Monument Park rangers for a virtual program exploring the dramatic history of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising and its lasting impact on the LGBTQ+ civil rights movement, as well as the complexities of caring for and interpreting an historic site with a story still actively unfolding. Presented by the Huntington area libraries. Registration required and open to all.

Event: Kiss Me, Kill Me… Mystery Book Discussion Group hosted by Donna
Location: Main Meeting Room & Zoom
Date: Tuesday, June 18
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Description: “Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone” with special guest, award-winning author, and stand-up comedian Benjamin Stevenson. A self-published author of crime novel writing guides attends a reunion with his family of expert killers and investigates when a body is found outside in the snow as another storm approaches.
Registration required and open to all.

Event: Drama Book Club
Location: Main Small Meeting Room
Date: Thursday, June 20
Time: 7 p.m.
Description: Please read “Arcadia” by Tom Stoppard and then meet to discuss and read selected scenes aloud to add a deeper understanding of the work. A child’s drawing on the garden map of an estate in Derbyshire leads to a historical investigation 180 years later, involving mathematics and Lord Byron. Registration required and open to all.

Event: Friday Afternoon Movies
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Friday, June 21
Time: 3 p.m.
Description: “Poor Things,” 2023, R, 141 minutes. The incredible tale about the fantastical evolution of Bella Baxter, a young woman brought back to life by the brilliant and unorthodox scientist Dr. Godwin Baxter. Open to all.

Event: Broadway Showstoppers
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Sunday, June 23
Time: 2 p.m.
Description: The Best of Broadway…. that’s what BROADWAY SHOWSTOPPERS is bringing to The Huntington Library! Tiger Fried Productions is very happy to be returning with a NEW MUSICAL REVUE featuring highlights from some of the most popular shows ever produced. Enjoy songs from such beloved Broadway shows as “Cabaret,” “My Fair Lady,” “Oklahoma,” “The Sound of Music,” “Wicked,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Guys and Dolls,” and so many more. Sung by a cast of extraordinary actors that have starred in leading roles throughout the Long Island theater world, along with live accompaniment. Come for a fun-filled afternoon of music and laughter that will bring back beautiful memories and create new ones! Registration required and open to all.

Event: Great Books Reading & Discussion Group
Location: Main Auditorium & Zoom
Date: Monday, June 24
Time: 7 p.m.
Description: “Distributive Justice” (from Collected Papers) by John Rawls (1921-2002). John Rawls was a leading modern political philosopher. In his paper, “Distributive Justice,” Rawls displays his passionate concern with the question of whether a modern democratic society can equitably distribute rights, responsibilities, and resources. The piece offers a counterpoint to our May author Friedrich Hayek. Registration required and open to all.

Event: Who Goes There? Friend or Foe?
Location: Main Auditorium
Date: Thursday, June 27
Time: 7 p.m.
Description: Good gardeners know that not every insect in the garden is a pest! This presentation will provide insight on the importance of scouting for insects, provide resources to help with proper identification of common garden pests through all their life cycles, and help you recognize beneficial insects that could get caught in the crossfire. Registration required and open to all.