What's Happening at Middletown Township Public Library, September 3-9, 2017

IN THE GALLERY: Debora Santiago Bruno Images, September 5-29; Artist reception September 9th @ 1:00 pm.

FRIENDS OF THE MIDDLETOWN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY meet on Tuesday, September 5th @ 6:30 pm.

COMMUNITY FOCUS GROUP – Join the Library Directors and Board of Trustees in brainstorming the long range plan. Tell us what we are doing well, how we can improve, and what new services should be offered in the coming years. Open to all Library cardholders. Register online for one session only @ mtpl.org. Friday, September 15th, 11:00 am-1:00 pm; Monday, September 18th, 6:30-8:30 pm; Wednesday, September 20th, 3:00-5:00 pm.

HOUSTON RELIEF – The Library is accepting cash donations to support the Houston Food Bank and the Houston Humane Society. Please be as generous as you can.

Groups:

20+ Book Club discusses Don Quixote by Miguel Cervantes, Part 2, Wednesday, September 6th @ 7:00 pm.

First Friday Book Club discusses The Distant Marvels by Chantel Acevedo. Friday, September 8th. Coffee @ 9:00 am, discussion @ 9:30 am.

Film Discussion Group views Doubt Friday, September 8th @ noon, discussion @ 2:00 pm.

SCRABBLE Group meets Tuesday, September 5th @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

Group Knitting meets Tuesday, September 5th @ 12:30 pm in the Community Room.

Writing Groups:

The Noble Writers meets Wednesday, September 6th @ 10:00 am.

Writing Critique Group meets Wednesday, September 6th @ 7:00 pm.

COMPUTER PROGRAMS:

Introduction to Computers/Internet Part 1- Learn the basics of a computer and how to use the internet! Part 2 of this class occurs on September 12th. Tuesday, September 5th @ 3:15 pm.

Digital Estate Planning - Do you have a will, but have not made a list of your passwords and internet documents? Learn ways for loved ones to have access to passwords (Facebook, ebay, etc.), bank information, digital photos and more. Thursday, September 7th @ 3:00 pm.

BCUG Word – Discuss your issues with the experts in this drop-in program. Not a class. Thursday, September 7th @ 6:30 pm.

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

Table Top Gaming - Play unique games, many that are featured on the YouTube series TableTop with Wil Wheaton. Wednesday, September 6th @ 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, September 8th @ 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, September 6th @ 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, September 8th @ 3:30 pm.

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

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. Tuesday, September 5th @ 10:00 am.

Kindness Rocks - Paint a rock and share a random act of kindness. Wednesday, September 6th @ 2:00 pm, Saturday, September 9th @ 2:00 pm. For grades K-5.

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, September 6th @ 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. Grown-ups get to socialize with other adults and babies get used to be around other babies. For ages up to 30 months. Friday, September 8th @ 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, September 8th @ 3:30 pm.

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