Power Poetry/ESL Conversation: Cinnaminson Library Events

CINNAMINSON, NJ — Here's a look at some upcoming events at the Cinnaminson Library for the week of Sept. 2-7, 2019. Each event's description comes from the library's website. Click the name of each event for more information.

Tuesday, Sept. 3
STEMinist Superstars: Valerie Thomas : For ages 7 and up, stop by the STEM cart to learn about Valerie Thomas and and make a craft to take home! Available all month.

Red Cross Blood Drive, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.: Roll up your sleeve and get ready for the Red Cross Blood Drive! You can sign up for your time slot online at the Red Cross webpage or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to schedule an appointment/ask questions. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Wednesday, Sept. 4
Baby and Toddler Time, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: It’s time to shake, rattle, and roll! Babies and toddlers are invited to listen to stories, sing songs, and dance along at Baby and Toddler Time.

Scrabble Club, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Do you love a good game of Scrabble? Look no further. You have found kindred spirits with the new Scrabble Club forming at the Cinnaminson Library. Players of all levels and all ages are welcome to drop in, and we hope, stick around. It's stimulating, educational and most of all, lots of fun!

Understanding Social Security, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.: This workshop will cover:
• The importance of Social Security in a retirement income plan
• Social Security financing: what's in the trust fund, how long is it expected to last?
• Understanding the rules for spousal benefits, divorced-spouse benefits, and survivor benefits
• How to maximize Social Security by coordinating spousal and survivor benefits with a client's own retirement benefit
• Social Security scenario planning for couples: when should each spouse claim benefits?
• Strategies for widows and widowers
• Social Security, taxes and how to avoid taxation on your benefits

Thursday, Sept. 5
New Power Poetry, 6 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.: New Power Poetry is a group where poets and spoken word artists can gather together and encourage one another with constructive criticism and different perspectives. This set up is similar to an open mic, where our guests are able to come up and share if they like, or just listen and write if they prefer. We want to give poets, songwriters, storytellers and other writers an opportunity to shape their written work and practice their performance skills with plenty of support and encouragement. If you are looking for a community in which you can grow as an artist and a person, please don’t hesitate to join us!

Friday, Sept. 6
Little Builders, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.: Come and build at the library! We have several fun STEM kits like Marble Run, Duplos, and more! Registration is not required!

Saturday, Sept. 7
Talk Up a Storm: ESL Conversation Group, 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Want to practice your English with other non-native speakers? Want to improve your vocabulary, grammar and speech in a safe and supportive environment? Join ESL facilitator, Kathy Orey, twice a month for conversation practice covering topics such as food, shopping, health, customs, holidays, and fun things to do. Important to know: Kathy Orey is the facilitator and will lead the group in activities.