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Friends of America’s Vet Dogs

May13

Come learn about how these special service dogs are raised from puppies, selected and trained to assist our veterans

Where

Sayville Library

88 Greene Ave.

Sayville, NY

Price

free

Career Advising and Resume Assistance

May14

A Long Island Cares Career Development Program representative will be on-site to assist you with your resume, cover letter and interview skills, or give you direction on a new career path, and help you navigate the ever-changing world of job searching. Registration required for a 45 minute appointment. Appointments are at 12 p.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m.

Where

Sayville Library

88 Greene Ave.

Sayville, NY

Phone

631-589-4440

Price

free

Bayville Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures

May14

Discussion of the novel "Remarkably Bright Creatures" by Shelby Van Pelt, held in-person and on Zoom, register

Where

Bayville Free Library

34 School St.

Bayville, NY

Phone

516-628-2765

Price

free

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