What's Happening at Middletown Township Public Library July 30 - August 5, 2017

HEY KIDS! DESIGN THE NEW LIBRARY LOGO AND WIN A PRIZE.

As the Middletown Township Public Library approaches its 100th anniversary, the Library Board is looking for a new logo that conveys that the Library is a community center with more than just books. Its mission is to enrich, empower and educate our community through education and entertainment.

The logo contest is open to all Middletown students in grades 6-12. Submissions may be emailed in jpeg format or mailed to the Library in print format. The logo must be usable in both color and black-and-white and will appear on all Library materials.

One winner will receive a $250 prize and community-wide recognition.

See Library website for submission details.

Deadline for submissions is November 30, 2017.

MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY OFFERS COMMUNTY SPACES FOR PRIVATE EVENTS.

Middletown Township Public Library Board of Trustees has expanded the current meeting room rental policy to include rentals of the Community Room for private events on Saturday nights and Sundays during weekend hours when the Library is closed to the public. With a room capacity of 150 people, the Community Room is the ideal space for private events such as birthday parties, fund-raising events, business meetings and other private gatherings.

Fees are $150 for a two-hour rental to $300 for a four-hour rental, making this an affordable option for residents seeking a large space for a weekend event.

For additional information and rental application, go to the Library’s website at www.mtpl.org.

MONDAY MOVIES presents Lion on July 30th @ 2:30 pm and 6:30 pm.

THE TAMING OF THE SHREW, an abridged performance by The Next Stage Ensemble of The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. Free tickets available at the Reference Desk. Tuesday, August 1st @ 6:30 pm.

ESSENTIAL OILS presented by Jennifer Dorney. Learn how to make household cleaners, skin care products, use oils in baking and cooking, and which oils support digestion and the immune systems. Register online @ mtpl.org. Thursday, August 3rd @ 7:00 pm.

FLOW CIRCUS – Build a Better You. For all ages. Register online @ mtpl.org. Friday, August 4th @ 2:00 pm.

TELL YOUR STORY – Growing Up In Middletown. Are you a long-time resident of Middletown? Have you seen a lot of changes since you were a kid? Join Girl Scout Julia in sharing your story in a Middletown Oral History project. Register at the Reference Desk to schedule an appointment. Friday, August 4th and Saturday, August 5th, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.

NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS, a peer-led volunteer local job search support and networking group, meets on Monday, July 31st @ 7:00 pm.

Groups:

SCRABBLE Group meets Tuesday, August 1st @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

Group Knitting meets Tuesday, August 1st @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

Writing Groups:

The Noble Writers meets Wednesday, August 2nd @ 10:00 am.

Writing Critique Group meets Wednesday, August 2nd @ 7:00 pm.

BOOK CLUBS:

First Friday Book Club discusses The Girl Who Wrote in Silk by Kelli Estes. Coffee @ 9:00 am, discussion @ 9:30 am. Friday, August 4th.

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

Introduction to Excel - Learn the basics: columns vs. rows, creating sheets and tabs, how to enter and edit data, incorporate formulas, and create charts. Thursday, August 3rd @ 3:30 pm.

BUCG Word – a drop-in discussion session for advanced users; not a class. Thursday, August 3rd @ 6:30 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 31st @ 3:30 pm.

TinkerCad 3D Design Workshop - Learn how to design a 3D object in this 5-session workshop. Submit designs at the end of the last class and the library will create your design using our 3D printer. Tuesday, August 1st @ 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, August 4th @ 3:30 pm.

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

TinkerCad 3D Design Workshop - Learn how to design a 3D object in this 5-session workshop. Submit designs at the end of the last class and the library will create your design using our 3D printer. Tuesday, August 1st @ 3:30 pm.

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, August 2nd @ 6:30 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, August 4th @ 3:30 pm.

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

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. Grown-ups get to socialize with other adults and babies get used to being around other babies. A drop-in program for ages up to 32 months. Tuesday, August 1st @ 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. For grades K-5. Wednesday, August 2nd @ 6:30 pm.

Free Rain Illustrator Visit - Enjoy a reading of Free Rain by Jose Lucio. then participate in a drawing lesson and art project based on the characters of the book. For ages 6+. Thursday, August 3rd @ 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, August 4th @ 3:30 pm.

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