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Program Description
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11/21/09
10:30AM
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Foreclosure Prevention Strategies
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Learn foreclosure prevention strategies and options available to homeowners that will help keep them in their homes. Central will host this program on 11/21, from 10:30-12:30pm and again on 12/5, from 1-3pm.
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11/21/09
12:00PM
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Symphony 101: Strings Attached & World of Winds - A Performance/Workshop for the Entire Family
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Queens Symphony Orchestra and their music director Constantine Kitsopoulos teach children and adults about the different families in the traditional symphonic orchestra through musical demonstrations and dialogue. This performance covers the string and woodwind family.
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11/21/09
2:00PM
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Job Information Center Orientation - Fall Series
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What is the Job Information Center and what does it do? Find out at an interactive orientation about its services: career resources including workshops in English and Spanish; assistance with your job searching; Job Information Center resources of books, newspapers, pathfinders, bookmarks and brochures, resume/cover letter reviews; Queens Workforce 1 information.
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11/24/09
6:30PM
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The Small Business Success Series
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LaGuardia Community College, Small Business Development Center 4-part series covers: 11/3, Successfully Launching Your Own Business; 11/10, Pulling Ahead of the Pack: Marketing for Business Growth; 11/17, Choosing the Right Legal Structure for Your Business; 11/24 Capital: How and Where to Get It for Your Small Business. Learn about entrepreneurship, marketing techniques, more.
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11/30/09
7:00PM
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Discover Your Career Potential - Fall Series
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Take the Career Exploration Inventory, a self-scored, easy-to-use guide to choose a career based on your interests and experiences.
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12/01/09
6:00PM
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Introduction to Word
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In this 2-session workshop, customers will learn how to save files; cut copy & paste text; use different toolbars; create tables, and much more. Preregistration required in person at Cyber Center Desk. Must possess basic mouse and keyboarding skills. Must attend both sessions: 12/1/09 & 12/8/09 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
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12/02/09
9:00AM
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Introduction to Computers
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In this single session workshop, customers will learn the basics of using the computer; how to log on and off; use the keyboard and mouse; open and close “windows”; use toolbars, and scroll bars. Preregistration required in person at Cyber Center Desk. Class runs from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
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12/03/09
6:30PM
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Computer Classes for Spanish Speakers
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Three computer classes in Spanish. Preregistration in person at the Cyber Center Reference Desk starting 12/3 at 10 AM. 12/3-Intro to Computers; 12/10-Navigating the Internet; 12/17-Creating Your Own E-Mail Account. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
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12/04/09
3:00PM
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Job Information Center Orientation - Fall Series
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What is the Job Information Center and what does it do? Find out at an interactive orientation about its services: career resources including workshops in English and Spanish; assistance with your job searching; Job Information Center resources of books, newspapers, pathfinders, bookmarks and brochures, resume/cover letter reviews; Queens Workforce 1 information.
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12/05/09
1:00PM
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Foreclosure Prevention Strategies
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Learn foreclosure prevention strategies and options available to homeowners that will help keep them in their homes. Central will host this program on 11/21, from 10:30-12:30pm and again on 12/5, from 1-3pm.
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12/05/09
3:00PM
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African-American Works in MoMA's Collection
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Explore MoMA's collection of diverse and vital works created by African American artists Elizabeth Catlett, Ellen Gallagher, David Hammons, Jacob Lawrence, Martin Puryear, Kara Walker and Glenn Ligon, and discuss the social and political context in which they were made.
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12/06/09
3:00PM
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Sunday Concerts@ Central: David Glukh Klezmer Ensemble
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David Glukh Klezmer Ensemble is one of the most unusual ensembles of its kind. Eclectic by repertoire and design, their performances include traditional klezmer music along with special "fusions" between klezmer and other musical traditions of the world (Irish, Gypsy, Classical, Latin, Jazz, Georgian, Middle-Eastern, Chinese, Macedonian, Israeli, Hassidic, Russian, Funk, Tango, Flamenco, Indian etc.) and improvisational world-beat.
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12/07/09
7:00PM
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Discover Your Career Potential - Fall Series
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Take the Career Exploration Inventory, a self-scored, easy-to-use guide to choose a career based on your interests and experiences.
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12/08/09
6:00PM
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Introduction to Word
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In this 2-session workshop, customers will learn how to save files; cut copy & paste text; use different toolbars; create tables, and much more. Preregistration required in person at Cyber Center Desk. Must possess basic mouse and keyboarding skills. Must attend both sessions: 12/1/09 & 12/8/09 from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
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12/08/09
6:30PM
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Critical Business Decisions in these Economic Times
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Representatives from LaGuardia Community College Small Business Development Center discuss how to assess the health of your business, debt management and evaluating turn-around opportunities.
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12/09/09
9:00AM
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Introduction to the Internet
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In this single session workshop, customers will learn the basics of searching and browsing the Web. Preregistration required in person at Cyber Center Desk. Must possess basic mouse and keyboarding skills. Class runs from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
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12/09/09
6:00PM
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How to Search the Internet to Find a Job
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The Job Information Center in collaboration with New York Cares will help you find the most useful Web sites when job hunting. You must have basic computer skills and bring your resume. Seating limited; preregistration required. Topics: introduction to Internet job searching; job search assessment; job sites and resumes; applying for jobs; practice session.
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12/10/09
6:30PM
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Computer Classes for Spanish Speakers
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Three computer classes in Spanish. Preregistration in person at the Cyber Center Reference Desk starting 12/3 at 10 AM. 12/3-Intro to Computers; 12/10-Navigating the Internet; 12/17-Creating Your Own E-Mail Account. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
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12/12/09
12:00PM
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Symphony 101: Bring on the Brass! - A Performance/Workshop for the Entire Family
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Queens Symphony Orchestra and music director Constantine Kitsopoulos teach children and adults about the different families in the traditional symphonic orchestra through musical demonstrations and dialogue. This performance (@ Central, 12 Noon and Jackson Heights 3:30pm) covers the brass family (french horn, trumpet, tuba, etc.Attend the next session, "Shake, Rattle and Roll" on January 23 @ Central Library 12 Noon and Jackson Heights 3:30pm.
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12/12/09
2:00PM
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Careers Without College: Careers for Your Future
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Looking for a job that might become a career? Not sure where or how to look? Join No Doubt Inc. and explore career training options and resources that are right for you.
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12/13/09
2:00PM
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Open Mic for Poets on Sunday at Central: An Open Reading
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Poet and author Luis Francia will be reading from his book, "Museum of Absences." All are invited to participate in this free open mic poetry event until 4 p.m.
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12/14/09
4:00PM
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Mystery Book Discussion Group
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Please join us in a discussion of the bestselling mother-and-daughter duo Mary & Carol Higgins Clark's holiday suspense novel "The Christmas Thief" on Monday, December 14th, 4:00 p.m. at the Central Library Gallery.
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12/14/09
6:00PM
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Middle School Choice
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The NYC Department of Education has expanded school choice to middle schools in Queens Districts 25 & 28. Learn more about your (or your child's) options at this interactive program.
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12/15/09
6:00PM
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Introduction to Computers
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In this single session workshop, customers will learn the basics of using the computer; how to log on and off; use the keyboard and mouse; open and close “windows”; use toolbars, and scroll bars. Preregistration required in person at Cyber Center Desk. Class runs from 6:00 - 7:30 pm.
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12/16/09
9:00AM
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Email for Beginners
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In this single session workshop, customers will learn how to set up/open their own e-mail account. Preregistration required in person at Cyber Center Desk. Must possess basic mouse and keyboarding skills. Class runs from 10:00 - 11:30 am.
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12/16/09
11:00AM
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Meet Representatives from Workforce 1 Career Center
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Come and meet a representative from the Workforce 1 Queens Career Center who will be available to answer questions about their agency. Workforce System readily connects businesses and job seekers and fosters economic growth. Program will be held in the Social Sciences Divison/JIC area.
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12/16/09
6:30PM
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Polish Your Resume
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Bring a copy of your resume on disk; volunteers will guide you through editing and producing a professional quality resume using Cyber Center computers. Must have keyboard, mouse experience. Preregistration in the Job Information Center.
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12/17/09
3:00PM
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Adult Knitting and Crocheting Group
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Love to knit? Wild for crochet? You are invited to join our knitting and crocheting circle. Meet fellow crafters, show off your works-in-progress, and share advice while you work on your projects. Bring your own materials.
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12/17/09
6:30PM
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Computer Classes for Spanish Speakers
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Three computer classes in Spanish. Preregistration in person at the Cyber Center Reference Desk starting 12/3 at 10 AM. 12/3-Intro to Computers; 12/10-Navigating the Internet; 12/17-Creating Your Own E-Mail Account. Funding for these programs is provided via donations to the Queens Library Foundation.
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12/19/09
3:00PM
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Discover Your Career Potential - Fall Series
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Take the Career Exploration Inventory, a self-scored, easy-to-use guide to choose a career based on your interests and experiences.
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12/28/09
6:00PM
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Autism Workshop
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Learn what you need to know about autism. You'll hear about signs & symptoms, and also get information on community resources.
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12/29/09
12:00PM
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Celebrate Kwanzaa: Stitching Stories of the Underground Railroad
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Celebrate Kwanzaa and learn from fiber and craft artist Joan Hodges about the various quilt patterns used during the time of the Underground Railroad, and the hidden messages behind these patterns.
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12/29/09
12:00PM
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Kwanzaa Celebration
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Celebrate Kwanzaa at Central Library with musical entertainment, lessons on quilt patterns, plenty of story telling, and a lecture/discussion on the meaning of Kwanzaa! All ages are welcome to attend.
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12/29/09
1:00PM
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Celebrate Kwanzaa with the Ebony Hillbillies
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Celebrate Kwanzaa with the rocking, rollicking dance music performed by one of the few black string bands left in America who recreate the stylings of the 18th- and 19th-century African-American fiddlers--who have shaped today's bluegrass and country sounds.
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12/29/09
1:00PM
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Job Information Center Orientation - Fall Series
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What is the Job Information Center and what does it do? Find out at an interactive orientation about its services: career resources including workshops in English and Spanish; assistance with your job searching; Job Information Center resources of books, newspapers, pathfinders, bookmarks and brochures, resume/cover letter reviews; Queens Workforce 1 information.
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01/03/10
3:00PM
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Sunday Concerts @ Central: Sojourner
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Sojourner is a women’s collective dedicated to nurturing the art of string playing through the African-American experience. As composers and arrangers, their performances encompass genres ranging from jazz to hip hop.
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01/16/10
1:30PM
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Urban Stages Presents "The Gates of Equality"
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The life of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. is told in this dramatic presentation through his speeches, press conferences and fictional narrative.
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01/23/10
12:00PM
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SYMPHONY 101: Shake, Rattle & Roll - A Performance/Workshop for the Entire Family
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Queens Symphony Orchestra and music director Constantine Kitsopoulos teach children and adults about the different families in the traditional symphonic orchestra through musical demonstrations and dialogue. Today's performance covers the percussion family (drums, gong, xylophone, piano).
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01/23/10
12:00PM
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Symphony 101: Shake, Rattle & Roll - A Performance/Workshop for the Entire Family
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Queens Symphony Orchestra and their music director Constantine Kitsopoulos teach children and adults about the different families in the traditional symphonic orchestra through musical demonstrations and dialogue. This performance covers the percussion family (drums, gong, xylophone, piano).
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01/28/10
3:00PM
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Adult Knitting and Crocheting Group
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Love to knit? Wild for crochet? You are invited to join our knitting and crocheting circle. Meet fellow crafters, show off your works-in-progress, and share advice while you work on your projects. Bring your own materials.
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01/30/10
11:00AM
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Poetry Discussion Group
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Come and experience a lively and informal discussion of your favorite poetry.
The Poetry Discussion Group will discuss poems by a selected poet or about a selected topic. Meet last Saturday of every month from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Area A at Central Library. On January 30, we'll discuss three poems by Emily Dickinson, including "Because I Could Not Stop for Death." Bring any poems you like by the author.
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02/07/10
3:00PM
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Sunday Concerts @ Central: Kakande
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Lush vocals, sinewy guitars, flutes, and cellos meet the virtuosic balafon of this master griot from Guinea.
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02/20/10
3:00PM
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Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert Series: Harlem Quartet, A Sphinx Ensemble
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The Harlem Quartet, an innovative and daring all-Black and Latino string quartet comprised of First-Place Laureates of the Sphinx Competition, will perform classical and jazz music by African-American and Latino composers.
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02/27/10
11:00AM
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Poetry Discussion Group
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Come and experience a lively and informal discussion of your favorite poetry.
The Poetry Discussion Group will discuss poems by a selected poet or about a selected topic. Meet last Saturday of every month from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Area A at Central Library. On January 30, we'll discuss three poems by Emily Dickinson, including "Because I Could Not Stop for Death." Bring any poems you like by the author.
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03/07/10
3:00PM
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Sunday Concerts @ Central: Simply Skins, Daughters of the Drum
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Master Percussionist Linda Austin leads this all-female group of percussionists in this performance of world rhythms.
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03/27/10
11:00AM
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Poetry Discussion Group
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Come and experience a lively and informal discussion of your favorite poetry.
The Poetry Discussion Group will discuss poems by a selected poet or about a selected topic. Meet last Saturday of every month from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Area A at Central Library. On January 30, we'll discuss three poems by Emily Dickinson, including "Because I Could Not Stop for Death." Bring any poems you like by the author.
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03/27/10
3:00PM
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Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concerts: Slavic Soul Party
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This group of 10 people that is strong, black, white, male and female, Gypsy and gadjo – has a new vision for brass band and vocals that combine funk, virtuosity, and soul beyond borders.
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04/04/10
3:00PM
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Sunday Concerts @ Central: Raya Brass Band
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Experience the swirling, carnivalesque, dynamic wedding, dance and celebratory music of northern Greece and the southern Balkans with a sound that is deliberate, funky and wildly danceable.
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04/24/10
11:00AM
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Poetry Discussion Group
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Come and experience a lively and informal discussion of your favorite poetry.
The Poetry Discussion Group will discuss poems by a selected poet or about a selected topic. Meet last Saturday of every month from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Area A at Central Library. On January 30, we'll discuss three poems by Emily Dickinson, including "Because I Could Not Stop for Death." Bring any poems you like by the author.
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05/02/10
3:00PM
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Sunday Concerts @ Central: Quarteto Moderno
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Led by acclaimed guitarist/vocalist Richard Boukas, this cutting-edge contemporary Brazilian Jazz ensemble presents fresh interpretations of samba, baião, choro, frevo, maracatu, marcha and guarânia in their performance of original compositions and staple Brazilian repertoire of legendary composers from Pixinguinha to the living genius Hermeto Pascoal.
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05/22/10
11:00AM
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Poetry Discussion Group
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Come and experience a lively and informal discussion of your favorite poetry.
The Poetry Discussion Group will discuss poems by a selected poet or about a selected topic. Meet last Saturday of every month from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Area A at Central Library. On January 30, we'll discuss three poems by Emily Dickinson, including "Because I Could Not Stop for Death." Bring any poems you like by the author.
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05/29/10
11:00AM
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Poetry Discussion Group
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Come and experience a lively and informal discussion of your favorite poetry.
The Poetry Discussion Group will discuss poems by a selected poet or about a selected topic. Meet last Saturday of every month from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Area A at Central Library. On January 30, we'll discuss three poems by Emily Dickinson, including "Because I Could Not Stop for Death." Bring any poems you like by the author.
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06/06/10
3:00PM
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Sunday Concerts @ Central: Steel Sensation
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Queens-based Trinidadian Steel Pan Band performs an eclectic mix of calpyso, reggae, jazz and more.
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06/26/10
11:00AM
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Poetry Discussion Group
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Come and experience a lively and informal discussion of your favorite poetry.
The Poetry Discussion Group will discuss poems by a selected poet or about a selected topic. Meet last Saturday of every month from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Area A at Central Library. On January 30, we'll discuss three poems by Emily Dickinson, including "Because I Could Not Stop for Death." Bring any poems you like by the author.
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07/11/10
3:00PM
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Sunday Concerts @ Central: Eddie & The Starlites
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First formed in 1957, their 1958 recording "To Make A Long Story Short" was the first release on Scepter records and one of the top 10 songs on the charts of Billboard Magazine. Eddie & The Starlites revisit the romantic era of rhythm & blues featuring an incredible variety of songs, performing the music of Curtis Mayfield, Tony Williams, Gamble & Huff, Smokey Robinson, -- giants in the field of songwriting.
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