What's Happening @ Middletown Township Public Library 5/20-26/18

VISION BOARD WORKSHOP: Create a vision board, a collage of images, pictures and affirmations of your dreams, goals and things that make you happy. All materials provided, but bring your own personal photos, quotes and creativity. Register online@ mtpl.org. Monday, May 21st @ 7:00 pm.

TEAM TRIVIA for adults 50+. Participants will be divided into competing teams to answer fun basic trivia questions. Wednesday, May 23rd @ 10:00 am.

AUTOMOBILE DIY MAINTENANCE presented by mechanic Alec Lace. Learn how to change a flat tire, check oil, fluids, air pressure and more (some outdoor demonstrations). RESCHEDULED TO Saturday, May 26th @ 11:00 am.

ALIEN ABDUCTION? YOU DECIDE! On Wednesday, November 5, 1975, in Sitgreaves National Forest, a logging crew of seven men encountered a craft of unknown origin. Watch one of the most well-documented UFO cases of all time, then discuss it with film co-producer Bob Terrio. Saturday, May 26th @ 12:30 pm.

NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS, a peer-led volunteer local job search support and networking group, meets on Monday, May 21st @ 7:00 pm.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE PROGRAMS: register online @ mtpl.org.

Conversational Spanish meets on Monday, May 21st @ 7:00 pm.

Russian for Beginners meets on Thursday, May 24th @ 7:00 pm.

MOVIE MONDAYS presents All the Money in the World on May 21st @ 2:30 pm.

GROUPS:

SCRABBLE Group meets Tuesday, May 22nd @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

Group Knitting meets Tuesday, May 22nd @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

French Language Class continues on Wednesday, May 23rd @ 3:30 pm.

WRITING GROUPS:

Red Bank Writers Group meets Tuesday, May 22nd @ 7:00 pm.

The Noble Writers meets Wednesday, May 23rd @ 10:00 am.

Writing Critique Group meets Wednesday, May 23rd @ 7:00 pm.

Picture Book Writing Group meets Thursday, May 24th @ 7:00 pm.

BOOK CLUBS:

20+ Book Club discusses True Deceiver by Tove Jansson on Wednesday, May 23rd @ 7:00 pm.

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

BCUG PC Roundtable: Discuss your PC concerns with the experts at this Drop-In session. Tuesday, May 22nd @ 12:00 pm.

LinkedIn Workshop: Learn how to use LinkedIn to create a profile, search for jobs, and other tools to help you in your job search. Thursday, May 24th @ 11:00 am.

Google Calendar Basics: Learn how to use Google’s online calendar for effective time management, sharing event information, invites, notifications and more. A google (gmail) email address is required. Thursday, May 24th @ 3:00 pm.

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

Creative Writing: Start with a writing exercise, work on personal writing projects, and share for constructive feedback. Monday, May 21st @ 3:30 pm.

Math Tutoring: Need help with math? Come to our free tutoring sessions at the library in the Children's Quiet Reading Area. Bring your math work, textbook and/or homework. Tutors are volunteer high school honors’ students. Each tutoring session is a half-hour. Sessions are at 3:30 pm, 4:00 pm, and 4:30 pm. Tuesday, May 22nd.

Study Skills for Success: Learn useful and effective study strategies in this weekly group. Increase confidence and study with skill. Bring your homework and notes you need to study. Tuesday, May 22nd @ 7:00 pm.

DIY for Dogs and Cats SPCA Event: Make dog and cat toys got the SPCA. We will also be collecting items on the Monmouth County SPCA's wish list May 16th - 23rd. Organized by the Teen Advisory Board. Wednesday, May 23rd @ 7:00 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, May 25th @ 3:30 pm.

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

Math Tutoring: Need help with math? Come to our free tutoring sessions at the library in the Children's Quiet Reading Area. Bring your math work, textbook and/or homework. Tutors are volunteer high school honors’ students. Each tutoring session is a half-hour. Sessions are at 3:30 pm, 4:00 pm, and 4:30 pm. Tuesday, May 22nd.

Act Like A Kid Day: Old-fashioned summertime games and refreshments. Dress comfortably and be prepared to get a little wet! On the front lawn. RESCHEDULED TO Wednesday, May 23rd @ 3:00 pm.

Drop-In LEGO Building Session: We will have our LEGOs out for free-play in our quiet reading area. Wednesday, May 23rd @ 6:30 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, May 25th @ 3:30 pm.

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

Gymboree for Crawlers: For ages 6-16 months. Monday, May 21st @ 10:00 am.

Gymboree for Toddlers: For ages 16-36 months with parent. Monday, May 21st @ 11:00 am.

Kids Playgroup: An all-ages playgroup that encourages children to explore hands-on activities and develop social skills. Adults chat and connect with other parents/caregivers while supervising their children's play. A Drop-In program. Tuesday, May 22nd @ 10:30 am.

Math Tutoring: Need help with math? Come to our free tutoring sessions at the library in the Children's Quiet Reading Area. Bring your math work, textbook and/or homework. Tutors are volunteer high school honors’ students. Each tutoring session is a half-hour. Sessions are at 3:30 pm, 4:00 pm, and 4:30 pm. Tuesday, May 22nd.

ScienceStarts – Once Upon a Scientist: All about archeology. For grades Pre K-1. Wednesday, May 23rd @ 4:00 pm.

Drop-In LEGO Building Session: We will have our LEGOs out for free-play in our quiet reading area. Wednesday, May 23rd @ 6:30 pm.

Lapsit Storytime for Pre-Walkers: Introduce your baby to the library during this gentle lapsit program for pre-walkers accompanied by a grown-up. Rhymes, songs, puppets, and picture books encourage language development. Adults socialize with other adults and babies get used to be around other babies. A Drop-In program for ages up to 32 months. Thursday, May 24th @ 10:00 am.

Reading Buddies: Each child will be paired with a teen buddy to practice reading skills by reading out loud. Register for the 3:30 pm, 4:00 pm or 4:30 pm time slot. For ages 3-9. Thursday, May 24th.

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, May 25th @ 3:30 pm

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