FREE adult events for the month of October from the Matawan-Aberdeen Public Library

Monday, October 2 @ 7 pm – Talk Saves Lives

This Upstream Suicide Prevention Program offers specific prevention steps on how to reach out to an individual exhibiting warning signs, what to say, how to listen, how to respond, and how to get help. Please join us to learn how you can help.

Monday, October 2, 16, 23, 30 @ 7 pm – English Conversation

Thursday, October 12 @ 1:30 pm – Chair Yoga

Interested in learning yoga, but have difficulty getting down on the floor? Now you too can enjoy all the benefits of yoga without having to get on a mat. You will learn many yoga postures, breathing techniques, meditation and relaxation while seated in a chair. The class will be taught by Danielle Meany, RYT. All levels welcome. No experience or equipment is necessary.

Friday, October 13 @ 7 pm – After Hours Music: Oktoberfest with the Florian Schantz Jazz Combo

Join us to celebrate Oktoberfest with this program of European and American waltzes, polkas, marches and more. This program will include educational narrative as well as plenty of music. They will perform such favorites as Beer Barrel Polka and Under the Double Eagle.

Sunday, October 15 @ 1 pm – Organize Your Life with Your iPhone

Get the most out of your iPhone with this lecture and demonstration style class. We will review some basic apps and tools that will help aid your daily life and boost your productivity. We will also focus on tips and suggested apps that will optimize your iPhone experience. From this class you will be able to keep up with your bank accounts, find rides instantly, save space on your iPhone, and lots more!

Monday, October 16 @ 7 pm – Life Story Workshop

Outline your entire life story in only two hours! Would you like to create a written record of your life experiences to share with family and friends? Can you use a little help and motivation to get started on such a worthwhile endeavor? This program is led with enthusiasm, humor and warmth by Donna Atkins, an award-winning communications specialist who is committed to inspiring and empowering others to tell their stories.

Thursday, October 19 @ 7 pm – Need a New Job? Start Here!

When you’re ready for a new job, what do you do first? Fire off some generic resumes crammed with key words? Surf the internet? Head to Monster or Indeed?

Local author and career consultant, Bob Hoberman, will be here to provide an introductory session that will give you an understanding of strategies for getting an interview for the job you really want.

Mr. Hoberman will have a limited number of copies of his new book available for purchase for $15 (cash only).

Sunday, October 22 @ 1 pm – Virtual Concert: Night Sessions – Chris Botti and Friends

Join us for this virtual concert from our newest electronic resource, Qello Concerts. Night Sessions - Live In Concert features the jazz trumpeter's star-studded December 2001 performance at the historic El Rey Theater in Los Angeles. Guest vocal appearances from Sting and Shawn Colvin. This concert will run for 1 hour and 27 minutes.

Monday, October 23 @ 7 pm – Microsoft Office Overview

Whether you are interested in writing a letter, keeping track of your home finances, or even whipping up a slideshow for work, Microsoft Office is the software package that can help you get it done. This discussion-style class will provide an overview of the Office 2013 software package and will cover Word, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Excel, and what each are capable of doing.

Thursday, October 26 @ 11 am – Yoga Basics

This class is great for the beginner or experienced student as we give variations for all levels. Focusing on movement integrating breath, awareness, and alignment you will build strength, focus, flexibility, and balance for both mind and body. The class will be taught by Tula Yoga instructor, Jennifer Cavalieri. Please bring your own yoga mat or large towel. Must be at least 18 years-old to participate.

Thursday, October 26 @ 11 am – Hollywood in the White House

This high octane journey through 83 years of Hollywood films and TV shows about U.S. presidents features scenes and discussions of such political science favorites as House of Cards, VEEP, Dr. Strangelove, Seven Days in May, Nixon, and the bizarre 1930s rarity, Gabriel Over the White House. This program will be presented by film historian, author, and speaker, Max Alvarez. His talks are rich in historical and cultural information and bolstered with humor and witty anecdotes.