What's Happening at Middletown Township Public Library July 16-21, 2017

MOVIE MONDAYS presents Loving. July 17th @ 2:30 pm only.

NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS, a peer-led volunteer local job search support and networking group, meets on Monday, July 17th @ 7:00 pm.

STREETWISE CASH FLOW FOR SMALL BUSINESS presented by SCORE. Learn how to earn, get and keep cash in your business. Let by Chris Carlsson, former CEO and President of BMS Holdings. Thursday, July 20th @ 6:00 pm.

LEGAL, FINANCIAL ETHICAL CARE PLANNING presented by Nicolette Vasco. Friday, July 21st @ 11:00 am.

LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES meets on Wednesday, July 19th @ 7:00 pm. Meetings are open to the public.

AVOID GETTING TAKEN EVERY TIME presented by Lenny Eng. In transition or retired, money management is very personal and can be stressful. Learn how to avoid scams and Keep It Simple, to make the most of what you have. Monday, July 17th @ 7:00 pm.

Groups:

WINGS meets on Thursday, July 20th @ 6:30 pm.

SCRABBLE Group meets Tuesday, July 18th @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

Group Knitting meets Tuesday, July 18th @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

Writing Groups:

The Noble Writers meets Wednesday, July 19th @ 10:00 am.

Writing Critique Group meets Wednesday, July 19th @ 7:00 pm.

BOOK CLUBS:

History Lovers Book Club discusses Thomas Jefferson and the Tripoli Pirates by Brian Kilmeade on Tuesday, July 18th @ 10:00 am.

20+ Book Club will be discussing Snow Crash by Neal Stephenson. Wednesday, July 19th @ 7:00 pm.

COMPUTER CLASSES:

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

Read Magazines Online - Read, view or download popular digital magazines online for free without subscriptions. Access many popular titles on your computer, tablet, or smartphone app. Monday, July 17th @ 3:00 pm.

Drop-In Tech Talks - Have any questions about technology that you’ve always wanted to ask, but never could? Meet with a Reference Librarian and we will try to answer your questions. If these questions are related to a device that you own, please bring the device. Wednesday, July 19th @ 3:00 pm.

BCUG: Excel – A Drop-In discussion group for advanced users. This is not a class. Wednesday, July 19th @ 6:30 pm.

Language Learning Software: French - Want to learn a language, but weren't sure how to begin? Learn through our database Pronunciator. We will use exercises for the French language. Thursday, July 20th @ 3:15 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 with each for constructive feedback. Monday, July 17th @ 3:30 pm.

Coding with Google CS First Club: Learn to code with a block-based programming language using Scratch in this 8-session workshop. Bring your own earphones. Tuesday, July 18th, Friday, July 21st @ 3:00 pm.

Art in the Garden – rain date for July 14th program . Friday, July 21st @ 10:30 am.

Yoga - Build a Better You with certified yoga instructor Alice Balzarini. Bring a yoga mat and a water bottle. Dress in comfortable clothes for yoga. For teens entering grades 6-12. Friday, July 20th @ 3:30 pm.

Chess: 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 21st @ 3:30 pm.

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

Drop-In LEGO Building Session: We will have our LEGOs out for free-play in our quiet reading area. Parents bringing younger siblings need to be vigilant with their little ones to prevent choking. Wednesday, July 19th @ 6:30 pm.

Pokemon Trading Night - Bring your cards to trade with fellow Pokemon fans. Discuss Pokemon books and movies. Play the game. A Drop-In program. Thursday, July 20th @ 7:00 pm.

Art in the Garden – rain date for July 14th program .Friday, July 21st @ 10:30 am.

Chess: 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 21st @ 3:30 pm.

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

Enviro-Scape – Presented by the Freehold Soil Conservation District, a visual, hands-on tool that demonstrates how water pollution results from everyday activities such as fertilizing the lawn, walking a dog, changing motor oil and littering. When it rains, pollutants are washed into storm-drains that flow to our streams, rivers, lakes, and ocean. Learn how everyone in their communities can reduce non-point source pollution and have healthier watersheds. For grades K-5. Monday, July 17th @ 11:00 am.

The Ribbles Build a Residence – Presented by The Traveling Lantern Theater Company. The show presents architecture, building and construction. Soon after their lovely insect nuptials Mr. and Mrs. Ribble are expecting a baby Ribblet, and they need a new home for their family. Mr. Ribble wants to go big with a four grasshopper garage, but Mrs. Ribble convinces him to build a dream home that is more environmentally and neighborhood friendly. By playing interactive games and discovering basic building techniques, the audience will help draw a ground plan while Thia Tweet, the bird architect, and Gerry, the Ant Contractor from Brooklyn, assist the Ribbles in building a new home for a better world! Tuesday, July 18th @ 11:00 am.

Simply Storytime in the Garden - Join Miss Joann for this Drop-In program in the Children's Outdoor Reading Garden, weather permitting, as we enjoy the sunshine and read books. bring a towel or blanket to sit on. Wednesday, July 19th @ 10:00 am.

Drop-In LEGO Building Session: We will have our LEGOs out for free-play in our quiet reading area. Parents bringing younger siblings need to be vigilant with their little ones to prevent choking. Wednesday, July 19th @ 6:30 pm.

LapSit Storytime for Pre-Walkers - Introduce your infant 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. For ages up to 30 months. Thursday, July 20th @ 10:00 am.

Pokemon Trading Night - Bring your cards to trade with fellow Pokemon fans. Discuss Pokemon books and movies. Play the game. A Drop-In program. Thursday, July 20th @ 7:00 pm.

Chess: 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 21st @ 3:30 pm.

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