Friends of the Library February-March Programs

Old Timers Panel

Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:00 pm
Senior citizens who have lived in Middlesex for 6 decades will share reminiscences of Middlesex as it was "back when".

Vocal Concert

Sunday, March 7, 2010, @ 3:00 pm
Baritone David Murray, who sang so beautifully last year, returns with several colleagues to present a concert of classical and light music.

Tax Tips

Friday, March 12, 2010, @ 7:30 pm
Haven Serve of H&R Block will offer tax tips for perplexed filers of the federal and state income tax returns.

The Ages of Man

Friday, March 19, 2010, @ 7:30 pm
Professional actor Joseph Sirola will present excerpts from Shakespeare's plays, highlighting some of Shakespeare's most famous characters.

Over Here, Molly Pitcher!

Friday, March 26, 2010, @ 2:00 pm
Stacy Roth brings a dramatic glimpse into the lives of women who "belonged to the army" during the American Revolution. Sponsored by NJ Council for the Humanities.

Children's Winter/Spring Programs

Registration starts January 5th. You can register in person or via phone, but you MUST register in advance. Placement in programs is strictly based on child's current age and/or grade in school.

Kindergarten Craft Time
Tuesdays, starting January 19th
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

2 and 3 year old Storytime
Wednesdays, starting January 20th
10: 15 am to 11:00 am

1st to 3rd Grade Craft Time
Wednesdays, starting January 20th
3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

4 and 5 year old Storytime
Thursdays @ 10:15 am to 11:00 am
~ OR ~
1:15 pm to 2:00 pm
Thursdays, starting January 21st

Ongoing Library Programs

American Girls Club

The American Girls Club is looking for new members. At American Girls Club girls will: learn about history! Learn how to be a positive influence! Learn how to make a difference in the world! American Girls Club meets the third Monday of every month from 4-5 pm in the story room. Please contact the circulation desk for more details. This program is for girls from first grade on up!

Quilt Making

The Heritage Quilters meet on the second Wednesday each month from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. All are welcome. Come to have fun and participate in several ongoing charity projects. Registration or sign up is not required.

Computer Basics Lessons

Classes are designed for people who have little or no experience with computers. The classes run for three consecutive weeks at the library, Monday and Tuesday from 9:00 to 10:00 am. Register at the Office on Aging (732-356-0414). Free of charge. All are welcome.

ESL Conversation Group

The ESL Conversation Group meets weekly, and has two levels:

Intermediate: Monday, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm AND Wednesday, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Beginner: Tuesday, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Please see the Ciruclation Desk for more information AND registration.

Chess Club

The chess club meets every Wednesday from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. All are welcome, young and old alike. Registration is required.

Yoga

Yoga practice sessions are on-going. Please stop by the circulation desk for further information.

Spring 2010 Movie Dates

• Thursday, January 14, 2010
• Thursday, January 28, 2010
• Thursday, February 11, 2010
• Thursday, February 25, 2010
• Thursday, March 11, 2010
• Thursday, March 25, 2010

All movie events for adults start at 1:00 pm for refreshments. Movies start at 1:30 pm in the community room. Call the library at 732-356-6602 for movie titles.

Holiday Library Closings (3 Months in advance):

• February 15, 2010 - President's Day
• April 2, 2010 - Good Friday
• April 4, 2010 - Easter
• May 9, 2010 - Mother's Day
• May 29 - May 31, 2010 - Memorial Day Weekend

Friends of the Library

All are welcome! Membership fees are: individual -- $5.00 ; family -- $10.00. Please contact the library for details.

Board Meetings

The meetings for January 2010 to June 2010 are as follows: 1/11, 2/8, 3/8, 4/12, 5/10, and 6/14.