MIDDLETOWN, NJ - Middletown Township Public Library has scheduled the following activities at the main library located at 55 New Monmouth Road. For more information call 732-671-3700 x320.
ADULTS
February Art Exhibit: Nantucket Wild by Rebecca Harper—Oil Paintings and Ink Drawings
Opening Reception: Saturday February 5th, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.
All are welcome to attend
Monday, February 7
7:00 p.m. “Ten Great Strategies for Sales Professionals, Job Seekers, and Everyone Else”
A Job Help Center Program
Presented by Frank Somma Community Room
7:00 p.m. PC Literacy—Introduction to the computer, including keyboard and mousing skills. Computer Lab
Tuesday, February 8
7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
A Celebration of Chinese New Year
(rescheduled from last week)
Presenter Kristine Galasi will explore the cultural traditions that usher in the Chinese Lunar New Year. Discover the vibrant traditions of this fascinating celebration as we welcome in the Year of the Rabbit!
12:30 – 2:30 PM
English as a Second Language
Facilitated by trained and certified Literacy Volunteers of Monmouth County
Group Study Room
12:30 p.m. Knit with Joan Corby
New members are always welcome at this informal knitting circle. Community Room
7:00 p.m. PowerPoint
Learn to use this popular presentation application. Computer Lab
Free One-on-One Computer Training with Paul and David
By appointment only—on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Wednesday, February 9
10:00 a.m.
Mystery Book Discussion Group moderated by Renee Cohen
“Sweet Man is Gone” by Peggy Erhart—discussion followed by author talk
SCORE—counseling for current and prospective small business owners offered by
experienced, retired business owners and managers. Wednesday evenings by appointment only—
call 732-671-3700 x320
Thursday, February 10
5:30 p.m. Sci-Fi Book & Film Group
“Forbidden Planet” (1956) Screening followed by discussion
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
eBook/eReader Expo
Get the most out of your eReader (Learn how to download books from the library for free!)
Community Room
Friday, February 11
Director’s Choice Book Discussion Group moderated by Susan O’Neal
9:00 a.m. Coffee—9:30 a.m. Discussion
“Crossers” by Philip Caputo
Sunday, February 13
New! Second Sunday Concert Series
2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Jazz and Blues Concert with Jennifer Jordan and Mike Barris
Classic blues and jazz of the ‘20s and ‘30s, and love songs for Valentine’s Day
IN THE TEEN ZONE
Tween Tuesday
February 8
3:45 – 4:45 p.m. Games, crafts, book talks, snacks
Wednesday, February 9
7:15 – 8:00 p.m. Reading Buddies
Children’s Services Department
Sunday, February 13
2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Teen Fiction Book Club
Bring a book you’ve already read. Teen Zone
CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT
(Registration required for all programs)
Monday, February 7
4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
Unload some love for your valentine—school-age craft. Ages 4 – 9 (food allergy alert)
Tuesday, February 8
10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
Toddlers on Parade
Wednesday, February 9
7:15– 8:00 p.m.
Reading Buddies with Teen Volunteers (Grades 1-3)
Thursday, February 10
10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Mother Goose—ages 0-23 months