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Last week was Banned Books Week, a time to spotlight censorship and attempts across the country to take books off library shelves. more

9/29/22

Getting closer to what’s out there

We may be closer to discovering “what’s out there” than ever before. Or at least we’re heading in that direction . . . more

By James Bernstein | 7/7/22

Jacqueline Lopez, head of children services at the Seaford Public Library, left, librarian Sabrina Boglioli and part-time librarian trainee Sophia Brandt were on hand to help young readers and their families with the library’s many Children’s Book Week activities.

Seaford Public Library inspires children to read

The Seaford Public Library’s children’s room was busy with young readers and families coming and going on May 4 for the library’s Children’s Book Week. more

By Jennifer Corr | 5/13/21

The New York Times, a historical treasure trove

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Jesse Jackson were chatting, King on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel in Memphis, Tenn., and Jackson in the parking lot below, when the shot rang out. more

2/14/20

Macmillan Publishers limit e-book access at public libraries.

Macmillan responds to embargo criticism

Following months of criticism, Macmillan Publishers has officially decided to limit e-book availability to public libraries nationwide. The UK-based company, which publishes books around the … more

By Melissa Koenig and JD Freda | 11/14/19

Read a banned book. Share with the kids.

We can almost hear the crisp curling of burning pages in President Trump’s dangerous rhetoric. His people aren’t burning books yet, but it could happen. When authoritarian leaders consolidate power, they always kill ideas first. more

9/13/19

The thought provoking apocalyptic adventure mystery is based off of Michael J. Arbouet’s screenplay.

A writer's journey

It’s just another day in Hollywood when you hear about the latest novel being adapted for a film. However, it’s not every day that you hear about a screenplay becoming a novel. more

By Iris Wiener | 9/13/18

Since Aug. 4, 1929, Jones Beach State Park, in Wantagh, has been a vacation destination for tourists and locals alike. This postcard from the Tomlin Art Company may be familiar to those who have visited the park.

Jones Beach: memories told through postcards

Constantine E. Theodosiou, of Cedarhurst, details some of its history through postcards and images in his book “Jones Beach,” part of the Arcadia Publishing Postcard History Series. more

By James Mattone | 4/19/18

A man of contradictions and extremes

Famed music critic and author Anthony DeCurtis has written the essential biography of one of music’s most influential icons in the music world, “Lou Reed: A Life.” more

By Mary Malloy | 10/19/17

The Seaford Public Library budget and trustee election will be held at the building, on Jackson Avenue, on April 5 from 1 to 9 p.m.

Seaford prepares for library vote

Seaford residents will cast their ballots in the library’s budget and trustee election on April 5. Polls will be open at the library, at 2234 Jackson Ave., from 1 to 9 p.m. Residents will … more

By Julie Mansmann | 3/30/17

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