What's Happening at the Middletown Township Public Library October 22-28, 2017

IN THE MTPL GALLERY: Susan Fairgrieve through October 31st.

EXPOSING THE HIDDEN JOB MARKET presented by Abby Kohut. Learn why the job market is hidden, how to hobnob with C-suite members, how working for free can be the best idea, how to solve company problems before they know they have them, and 3 ways to use social media to generate opportunities. Monday, October 23rd @ 7:00 pm.

TEAM TRIVIA: presented by Bruce Doorly. Wednesday, October 25th @ 10:00 am.

YOUR GHOST STORY presented by Traveling Literary Theater. Costumed actors read The Monkey’s Paw and The Hanging Stranger. Saturday, October 28th @ 2:00 pm.

NEIGHBORS HELPING NEIGHBORS, a peer-led volunteer local job search support and networking group, meets on Monday, October 23rd @ 7:00 pm.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE PROGRAMS: register online @ mtpl.org.

Conversation Spanish meets on Monday, October 23rd @ 7:00 pm.

Russian for Beginners meets on Thursday, October 26th @ 7:00 pm.

THE GREAT COURSES: The Inexplicable Universe on October 27th @ 10:30 am.

RADIANCE CHAMBER ENSEMBLE performs Telemann, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Granados, tangos and a popular medley on Sunday, October 22nd @ 2:00 pm.

MOVIE MONDAYS presents Psycho on October 22nd @ 2:30 pm.

Groups:

SCRABBLE Group meets Tuesday, October 24th @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

Group Knitting meets Tuesday, October 24th @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

Book Clubs:

20+ Book Club discusses Don Quixote on Wednesday, October 25th @ 7:00 pm.

Next Chapter Book Club meets on Wednesday, October 25th @ 7:15 pm.

Writing Groups:

The Noble Writers meets Wednesday, October 25th @ 10:00 am.

Writing Critique Group meets Wednesday, October 25th @ 7:00 pm.

COMPUTER PROGRAMS: register online @ mtpl.org unless otherwise noted.

Introduction to Computers and the Internet for Beginners Part I - Learn the basics of a computer and how to use the internet. Monday, October 23rd @ 3:15 pm.

BCUG PC Roundtable – Discuss your PC problems with the experts in this Drop-In program. Tuesday, October 24th @ noon.

Finding a Job Online - Learn how to use the internet effectively to find and apply for jobs, filling out online applications, and uploading electronic resumes. Thursday, October 26th @ 3:30 pm.

Apple (MAC) Computer Demonstration - Learn how to use an apple computer and the differences between a MAC and a regular PC. There will be a brief demonstration followed by a Q&A period. Thursday, October 26th @ 7:00 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 with each for constructive feedback. Monday, October 23rd @ 3:30 pm.

AP Study Groups: World History, Tuesday, October 24th @ 3:00 pm; US History, Wednesday, October 25th @ 4:00 pm; Physics, Thursday, October 26th @ 4:00 pm; Computer Science, Friday, October 27th @ 3:30 pm.

Math Tutoring - Need help with math? Come to our weekly free tutoring sessions in the Children's Quiet Reading Area. Bring your math work with you, textbook and/or homework. Sessions are at 3:30, 4:00, and 4:30 pm. If we are unable to accommodate your time choice, we will email you to let you know. When you sign up, you will be automatically signed up for all tutoring sessions this month. Tuesday, October 24th.

College and Financial Aid Application Workshop – Presented by College Funding for parents and students who would like information on the college application process and applying for financial aid. Tuesday, October 24th @ 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, October 27th @ 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 weekly free tutoring sessions in the Children's Quiet Reading Area. Bring your math work with you, textbook and/or homework. Sessions are at 3:30, 4:00, and 4:30 pm. If we are unable to accommodate your time choice, we will email you to let you know. When you sign up, you will be automatically signed up for all tutoring sessions this month. Tuesday, October 24th.

Drop-In LEGO Building Session - We will have our LEGOs out for free-play in our quiet reading area. Wednesday, October 25th @ 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, October 27th @ 3:30 pm.

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

Lapsit Storytime for Pre-Walkers - Rhymes, songs, puppets, and picture books encourage language development. A Drop-In program. Monday, October 23rd @ 10:00 am.

Maker Monday: Chemistry Rocks! – For ages 7+. Monday, October 23rd @ 4:00 pm.

Toddler Time for Walkers - 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. A Drop-In Program for ages up to 30 months. Tuesday, October 24th @ 10:00 am.

Kids Playgroup - Explore hands-on activities and develop social skills. Adults chat and connect with other parents/caregivers while supervising their children’s play. For all ages. Tuesday, October 24th @ 10:30 am.

Math Tutoring - Need help with math? Come to our weekly free tutoring sessions in the Children's Quiet Reading Area. Bring your math work with you, textbook and/or homework. Sessions are at 3:30, 4:00, and 4:30 pm. If we are unable to accommodate your time choice, we will email you to let you know. When you sign up, you will be automatically signed up for all tutoring sessions this month. Tuesday, October 24th.

Simply Storytime - Foster early literacy skills and prepare children for learning to read with stories, rhymes and more.. For all ages. Wednesday, October 25th @ 10:00 am.

Dragons & Dreams: Dry Ice - In a faraway world, two young villagers take a daring journey to release the dragons and save the entire kingdom! Presented by Sciencetellers. For grades K-5. Wednesday, October 25th @ 2:00 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, October 25th @ 6:30 pm.

Reading Buddies - A 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, October 26th.

Pajama Storytime - Wear pajamas and bring one of your special friends or baby dolls to enjoy as well. A Drop-In program. Thursday, October 26th @ 7:00 pm.

Rubber Duckie Book Club Story Time - Friday, October 27th @ 10:00 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, October 27th @ 3:30 pm.

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