Events to close out winter in East Meadow

As winter comes to a close, the East Meadow Public Library is hosting a slew of events to wrap up the season and usher in spring. Whether its regularly scheduled programs, or something new, there’s something for everyone.

On March 10, the library welcomes the musical group NyMBVS 5, which is comprised of a group of five conceptually unique Long Island musicians, who all find joy in creating and playing original music. The group prides itself on its ability to connect with any audience, and offers entertainment and education with a performance calls for it.

The concert will take place at 2 p.m., and registration is open on the library’s website.

The second installment of the Python Coding Workshop will take place on March 13. Four East Meadow High School teen scholars are giving an introductory course to computer programming at the library through April 24. They will be at the library from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., and during these hours will give one-on-one help for those currently in high school and need help in computer programming.

Registration is not required, but is strong recommended. Those who attend are asked to bring their school issued Chromebook to the program. The event will take place in the Young Adult Room.

To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, on March 15, the library will host a special Friday concert, “Fiddler’s Green.” There will be an afternoon of Irish music, fiddle playing, beautiful tenor voices and more. The concert kicks off at 1 p.m.

For teens looking to put their brainpower to the test, the library will hold a “Who Wrote It? Puzzles” event on March 18. No registration is required, and anyone can stop by and see if they can figure out quotes that were written by a famous singer, poet or author.

The event begins at 7 p.m. in the Young Adult Room.

Transition to spring on March 19, what better way to begin a new season than with a class that details the basics of rooting and growing plants? The library will lead a simple and hands on program about hydroponics at 7 p.m. in the Young Adult Room. Registration will be open as March 5 at 9:30 a.m.

There’s an excellent community service opportunity scheduled for March 26 at the library — preteens and teens can earn one hour of community service for assembling shower rolls to be given to those who are homeless. They can also earn additional service hours by contributing travel size shampoo and conditioner bottles, travel sized toothpaste and bars or soap, lotion, toothbrushes and razors. Items for hotel stays are suggested — or something of similar sizing.

All items will be donated to those in need through the Mary Brennan Inn.

The community service opportunity begins at 7 p.m. on March 26 in the Young Adult Room. Registration opens on March 12 at 9:30 a.m.

The East Meadow library is located at 1886 Front Street, East Meadow. For more information on events and more visit EastMeadow.info.