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

Monday, May 2, 9, 16, and 23 @ 7PM – English Conversation

Informal small conversation groups for all levels of English ability. Please see the Reference Librarian if you have any questions.

Saturday, May 7 @ 2 PM - Adult Craft: Learn Basic Crocheting

Learn crocheting basics and start your own project! Join us for hands-on instruction in this popular craft. Crochet hooks and yarn will be provided.

Class size is limited so register early.

Participants must be over 18 years old and a Matawan/Aberdeen resident.

Thursday, May 12 @ 1 PM – Common Back Problems and How They Are Treated

Join Dr. Michell Faer, a local Matawan chiropractor, to learn about conditions such as osteoarthritis, bulging discs, herniated discs and sciatica and what chiropractors, medical doctors and surgeons do for them. Suggestions for things you can do at home to alleviate associated pain will also be discussed.

Saturday, May 14 @ 1:30 PM – MS Excel 2013 for Beginners

Learn the basic functions of Microsoft Excel 2013. In this hands-on, beginners class, we will cover the following:

• Creating and saving documents
• Previewing and printing documents
• Editing and proofing your work
• Making simple graphs and charts

(Registration Required, class limited to 6)

Monday, May 16 @ 7 PM – Hardy Perennials for Monmouth County

Learn about can’t miss perennials, must miss perennials, perennial cousins of annuals, and favorites of Master Gardener, Bernard Dickman. He’ll also go over rules of thumb for planting and care.

Wednesday, May 18 @ 11 AM – MS PowerPoint 2013 for Beginners

Learn the basic functions of Microsoft PowerPoint 2013. In this hands-on, beginner’s class, we will cover the following:

• Creating and saving slideshows
• Adding text, pictures, and more to slides
• Formatting your slides
• Presenting your slideshow

(Registration required, class limited to 6)

Thursday, May 19 @ 7 PM - Strategies for a Sustainable Income in Retirement

Join Joseph Abbondante, from the Society For Financial Awareness, for this free seminar where you will learn to establish retirement goals, estimate retirement income, learn about tax advantaged savings vehicles and other investment considerations.

Saturday, May 21 @ 1:30 PM – Intermediate MS Excel 2013

Learn more advanced functions of Microsoft Excel 2013. In this hands-on, intermediate class, we will cover the following:

1. Organizing Worksheets

2. How to use multiple pages

3. How to apply formatting techniques

4. How to utilize formulas

(Registration required, class limited to 6)

Monday, May 23 @ 7 PM – Intermediate MS PowerPoint 2013

Delve deeper into the capabilities Microsoft PowerPoint 2013. In this hands-on, intermediate class, we will cover the following:

1. Working with tables, charts, and diagrams

2. Changing backgrounds

3. Adding and customizing hyperlinks

4. Inserting headers, footers, and slide numbers

(Registration is required, class limited to 6)

Thursday, May 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 14 years-old to participate. (Registration required, limited to 15)