What's Happening @ Middletown Townshiip Public Library 8/18-24/19

MAHJONG for adults: All skill levels welcome. MUST register online in advance. Tuesday, August 20th @ 7:00 pm in the Board Room.

TRUSTEES MEETING: Wednesday, August 21st @ 7:00 pm. Open to the public.

HARRY POTTER ESCAPE ROOM: Saturday, August 24th. By appointment only!

MOVIE MONDAYS presents The Best of Enemies (rated PG-13) on August 19th @ 2:30 pm.

TITIANA PALIVODA artist reception: Monday, August 19th, 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Open to the public.

SHORT STORY DISCUSSION: Due to the success of our previous discussion of The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams we will have a small discussion about the short story Young Zaphod Plays It Safe from The Hitchhiker’s Guide. Thursday, August 22nd @ 7:00 pm.

VISTA FINANCIAL meets on Thursday, August 22nd @ 6:00 pm.

Groups:

History Lovers Book Club will discussed Catherine the Great by Robert Massie on Tuesday, August 20th @ 10:00 am.

SCRABBLE Group meets Tuesday, August 20th @ 12:30 pm.

Group Knitting meets Tuesday, August 20th @ 12:30 pm.

Intermediate French Class meets on Tuesday, August 20th @ 3:00 pm.

Writing Groups:

Noble Writers meets Wednesday, August 21st @ 10:00 am.

Writing Critique Group meets Wednesday, August 21st @ 7:00 pm.

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

Young Adult Self-Defense: Getting ready to head off to college? Don't leave without learning how to take care of your most valuable possession-YOU! Staying home? Self-protection is a valuable skill to learn. Join Taekwondo Head Master Evan Henry for an informational lecture program on how to be aware and protect yourself both on and off campus. Some demonstration, no public participation. Tuesday, August 20th @ 7:00 pm.

Crochet for a Cause: Crochet blankets, scarves or hats to donate. Instructions and materials provided. This program is for teens in grades 6-12. Earn community service hours. Participants need a basic knowledge of crochet. Thursday, August 22nd @ 2:30 pm.

College Essay Workshop: Certified college admission counselor Christine Zirngibl will explore what topics work well for the personal essay, what to avoid, how to develop an effective narrative and what techniques make an essay stand out. For high school juniors and seniors. Thursday, August 22nd @ 6:30 pm.

Chess and Tabletop Gaming: Friday, August 23rd @ 3:30 pm.

Film Making Group meets on Friday, August 23rd @ 3:30 pm.

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

LEGO Building Session: Wednesday, August 21st @ 6:30 pm.

Chess and Tabletop Gaming: Friday, August 23rd @ 3:30 pm.

Film Making Group meets on Friday, August 23rd @ 3:30 pm.

CHILDREN’S ROOM: Register online at mtpl.org for all programs unless otherwise designated.

Toddler Time: Toddlers learn best when both body and mind are engaged. Librarian-led activities will follow a short social time on the floor with books and toys. Siblings welcome. A Drop-In program. Monday, August 19th @ 10:00 am.

Whalemobile: Inspiring the next generation of ocean advocates. For grades K-6. Tuesday, August 20th @ 10:00 am.

LEGO Building Session: Wednesday, August 21st @ 6:30 pm.

Lapsit Storytime: A gentle introduction to the library for pre-walking babies with a caring adult. A librarian will share story, songs, rhymes, and puppets with the group. There will be time for socializing. A Drop-In program. Thursday, August 22nd @ 10:00 am.

Chess and Tabletop Gaming: Friday, August 23rd @ 3:30 pm.

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