What's Happening @ Middetown Township Public Library 7/8-14/18

BOOK AND AUTHOR TALK presents Julie Maloney, discussing her book A Matter of Chance on Monday, July 9th @ 7:00 pm. Register online @ mtpl.org.

JANE AUSTEN: HER LIFE AND TIMES performed by Trish Chambers in period costume. Tuesday, July 10th @ 7:00 pm.

IN THE MTPL GALLERY: Tuesdays At Noon. Through July 31st. Reception Thursday, July 12th @ 6:00 pm.

CLASSICAL MUSIC CONCERT: Shtrykov-Tanaka Duo performing the music of Brahms, Poulenc, Rosenblatt and Saint-Saens. Saturday, July 14th @ 2:00 pm.

NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS, a peer-led volunteer local job search support and networking group, meets on Monday, July 9th @ 7:00 pm. Guest Speaker Carolyn Broderick discusses Cyber Security and Internet Use in Your Job Search Monday, July 9th @ 7:00 pm.

MOVIE MONDAYS presents Black Panther on July 9th @ 2:30 pm. Rated PG-13.

Medicare Counseling, a free program sponsored by the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP), provides free help to New Jersey Medicare beneficiaries who have problems with, or questions about, their health insurance. To schedule an appointment, call the SHIP office at (732) 728-1331. Thursday, July 12th.

Groups:

SCRABBLE Group meets Tuesday, July 10th @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

Group Knitting meets Tuesday, July 10th @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

Resources for Retirees: This monthly meeting discusses ways for seniors to lead healthy and happy lives. Topics include mobility, money concerns, brain health, downsizing, and staying active. A Drop-In program. Monday, July 9th @ 11:00 am.

MS Group meets on Tuesday, July 10th @ 10:00 am.

Science Fiction Book and Movie Group views War of the Worlds (2005) and discusses The Martian War by Kevin J. Anderson on Thursday, July 12th @ 5:30 pm.

Film Discussion Group views and discusses Illumination. Film @ noon, discussion @ 2:00 pm. Friday, July 13th.

Writing Groups:

Noble Writers meet on Wednesday, July 11th @ 10:00 am.

Writing Critique Group meets on Monday, July 11th @ 7:00 pm.

Picture Book Writing Group meets Thursday, July 12th @ 7:00 pm.

COMPUTER PROGRAMS: Register online @ at mtpl.org for all programs unless otherwise designated.

QuickBooks: Join Pat DeSan for a workshop on the ins and outs of QuickBooks in this Drop-In program. Monday, July 9th @ 7:00 pm.

Health Resources Online: Learn the best websites for health information. Tuesday, July 10th @ 11:00 am.

TEEN ZONE: Register online at mtpl.org for all programs unless otherwise designated.

Creative Expressions: Enjoy different forms of art and create something of your own. Teen volunteers will provide guidance and a bit of instruction. Monday, July 9th @ 7:00 pm.

A Library Musical: Script writing session, Monday, July 9th @ 3:00 pm; Vocal session, Thursday, July 12th @ 3:00 pm.

Introduction to Programming with Python: Learn the basics of this programming language in this five-session class. For grades 6-8. Monday, July 9th, Tuesday, July 10th, Wednesday, July 11th @ 4:00 pm, Friday, July 13th, Saturday, July 14th @ 3:00 pm.

DIY Knot and Charm Necklace: Make your own knot and charm necklace. Tuesday, July 10th @ 3:00 pm.

LGBTQ+ Support Group meets on Wednesday, July 11th @ 4:00 pm.

Chess and Table Top Games: If you haven’t played before, we will teach you. Planning, confidence, patience and discipline are all benefits of playing chess. We just think it’s fun. No registration required. Friday, July 13th @ 3:30 pm.

JUST FOR TWEENS: Register online at mtpl.org for all programs unless otherwise designated.

Creative Expressions: Enjoy different forms of art and create something of your own. Teen volunteers will provide guidance and a bit of instruction. For grades 6+. Monday, July 9th @ 7:00 pm.

Drop-In LEGO Building Session: Our LEGOs will be out for free-play in the quiet reading area. Wednesday, July 11th @ 6:30 pm.

Spanish Conversation for Kids: Join native Spanish speaker, Miss Michelle, to practice your Spanish language skills over the summer. Participants should have some Spanish language classes during the school year in order to participate. Thursday, July 12th @ 10:30 am.

Maker Camp: Tinker and learn while having fun. Thursday, July 12th @ 3:45 pm.

Chess and Table Top Games: If you haven’t played before, we will teach you. Planning, confidence, patience and discipline are all benefits of playing chess. We just think it’s fun. No registration required. Friday, July 13th @ 3:30 pm.

CHILDREN’S ROOM: Toddler Time: Toddlers learn by playing, moving, touching, making noise, looking at books, and being loved. Each toddler should bring a favorite grown-up to share in the fun and learning. For ages up to 30 months. A Drop-In program. Monday, July 9th @ 10:00 am.

Simply Storytime: Foster early literacy skills and prepare children for learning to read. A Drop-In program for all ages with an adult. Tuesday, Jul 10th @ 10:00 am.

ScienceStarts – Down the Shore and Up the Mountain: Learn about animal adaptation. For ages 4-7. Wednesday, July 11th @ 4:00 pm.

Drop-In LEGO Building Session: Our LEGOs will be out for free-play in the quiet reading area. Wednesday, July 11th @ 6:30 pm.

Libraries Rock with Magic Jim: Our favorite magician, Magic Jim Vagias, will both intrigue you and make you laugh at his tricks. A Drop-In program for Grades K-5. Wednesday, July 11th @ 7:00 pm.

Lapsit Storytime: A quiet, low key group experience designed specifically for pre-walkers with parents/caregivers. Introduce baby to the library as you enjoy songs, rhymes, puppets, and a story together. Social time before and after gives adults an opportunity to connect with others caring for infants while babies become accustomed to being around other babies. A Drop-In program for ages up to 30 months. Thursday, July 12th @ 10:00 am.

Chess and Table Top Games: If you haven’t played before, we will teach you. Planning, confidence, patience and discipline are all benefits of playing chess. We just think it’s fun. No registration required. Friday, July 13th @ 3:30 pm.

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