MATAWAN ABERDEEN PUBLIC LIBRARY Welcome to the October 2017 e-newsletter from the Matawan Aberdeen Public Library 165 Main Street Matawan, NJ 07747 732-583-9100 Library Hours for October (regular hours) Mon & Thurs: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Tues, Wed, & Fri: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Sat: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sun: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm October/November Closings: Monday, October 9 (Columbus Day) Friday, October 27: Library opens at 1:00 pm (AM staff professional development) Friday, November 10 (observance of Veterans Day) Wednesday, November 23 (beginning at 12:30), Thursday, November 24, and Friday, November 25 (Thanksgiving) Special Event: Friends of the Library Book Sale! Saturday, October 28 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Come on over to the library on October 28th when the Friends of MAPL sponsor their fall book sale. There's a preview hour from 9:00 to 10:00 am for a $5 entry fee. (There's no entry fee during the regular hours of the sale.) An additional $10 charge if you're bringing an electronic scanner. Click on the following link to learn more about the sale itself and donations of materials for the sale. October Book Sale Fall into October! Our October events are free to our patrons, but we ask you to register for them online through the library website at In This Issue Fall into October! MAPL Kids Are the Best!! Clubs! We Have Clubs!
Matawan Aberdeen Public Library Click on the Program Calendar, find your event, and then click on the "Register" button and follow the online directions. You can also stop by the Information Desk, call the library at 732-583-9100, or email mapladults@lmxac.org Sometimes events are not listed because they are already fully registered. Check the library's website regularly to look for new events as they're posted. More MAPL Resources October Programs for Adults MAPL Website October Programs for Adults Mondays in October @7:00 pm October 2, 16, 23, and 30 ESL Monday, October 2 @ 7:00 pm Talk Saves Lives Wednesday, October 11 @ 7:00 pm Library Board Meeting Matawan Aberdeen Public Library 165 Main Street Thursday, October 12 @ 1:30 pm Chair Yoga After Hours Music: Oktoberfest with the Florian Schantz Jazz Combo Friday, October 13 @ 7:00 pm Friday, October 13 @ 7:00 pm After Hours Music: Oktoberfest with the Florian Schantz Jazz Combo Saturday, October 14 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Matawan Day Main Street, Matawan Sunday, October 15 @ 1:00 pm Organize Your Life with Your iphone Monday, October 16 @ 6:30 pm Life Story Workshop Thursday, October 19 @ 7:00 pm Need a New Job? Start Here John us to celebrate Oktoberfest as the Florian Schantz Jazz Combo presents a program of European and American waltzes, polka, marches, and more. This program will include educational narrative as well as plenty of music. The Florian Schantz Jazz Combo will perform such favorites as the Beer Barrel Polka and Under the Double Eagle. Additional Events This October Sunday, October 22 @ 1:00 pm Virtual Concert: Night Sessions Chris Botti and Friends Monday, October 23 @ 7:00 pm Microsoft Office: Overview Thursday, October 26 @ 11:00 am
Talk Saves Lives Monday, October 2 @ 7:00 pm When a person dies by suicide, people usually ask WHY? There are answers. Learn how you may help save a life! Knowing the right words to say, being able to recognize warning signs, and reaching out for help can help you save a life. Presented by Upstream Suicide Prevention Program. Matawan Day Saturday, October 14 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Rain Date: October 15) The Library will join over 100 organizations and vendors to commemorate Matawan Day. Find us on Main Street, in front of the Library. Enjoy the celebration! Life Story Workshop Monday, October 16 @ 6:30 pm Outline your entire life story in only two hours! Would you like to create a written record of your life experiences to share with family and friends? Can you use a little help and motivation to get started on such a worthwhile endeavor? This program is led with enthusiasm, humor, and warmth by Donna Atkins, an award-winning communications specialist who is committed to inspiring and empowering others to tell their stories. Need a New Job? Start Here Thursday, October 19 @ 7:00 pm When you're ready for a new job, what do you do first? Fire off some generic resumes crammed with key words? Surf the Internet? Head to Monster or Indeed? Local author and career consultant, Bob Hoberman, will be here to provide an introductory session that will give you an understanding of strategies to getting an interview for the job you really want. Mr. Hoberman will have a limited number of copies of his new book available for purchase for $15 (cash only). Virtual Concert: Night Sessions Chris Botti and Friends Sunday, October 22 @ 1:00 pm Yoga Basics Thursday, October 26 @ 7:00 pm Hollywood in the White House Saturday, October 28 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Friends of the Library Book Sale Monday, October 30 @ 6:00 pm Family Movie Night: Hocus Pocus You can register for one of these FREE programs online, using the library website, stopping by the library, call 732-583-9100, or sending an email to mapladults@lmxac.org MOVIES AT MAPL Here are our films for October at the Matawan Aberdeen Public Library. Click on the link below for more details about these movies. Monday, October 2 @ 2:00 pm The Promise Rating: PG-13 134 minutes Monday, October 9 (closed for Columbus Day) Monday, October 16 @ 2:00 pm The Devil Wears Prada Rating: PG-13 110 minutes Monday, October 23 @ 2:00 pm Wonder Woman Rating: PG 141 minutes Monday, October 30 @ 2:00 pm Wait Until Dark Rating: NR 108 minutes Movies for October
MAPL Calendar of Events Contact Us (732) 583-9100 info@matawanaberdeenlibrary.com Join us for Chris Botti & Friends: Night Sessions -- Live in Concert. This concert features the jazz trumpeter's star-studded performance at the historic El Rey Theater in Los Angeles in December 2001 with guest vocal appearances from Sting and Shawn Colvin. The concert runs 1 hour and 27 minutes. We will stream the entire concert using our newest online resource: Qello Concerts. Hollywood in the White House Thursday, October 26 @ 7:00 pm This high-octane journey through 83 years of Hollywood films and T.V. shows about U.S. presidents features scenes and discussions of such political science favorites as House of Cards, VEEP, Dr. Strangelove, Seven Days in May, Nixon, and the bizarre 1930s rarity Gabriel Over the White House. This program will be presented by film historian, author, and speaker Max Alvarez. His talks are rich in historical context and cultural information and bolstered with humor and witty anecdotes. Health and Exercise for Adults Chair Yoga Thursday, October 12 @ 1:30 pm Are you interested in learning yoga, but have difficulty getting down on the floor? Now you too can enjoy all the benefits of yoga without having to get on a mat. You will learn many yoga postures, breathing techniques, mediation and relaxation while seated in a chair. The class will be taught by Danielle Meany, RYT. All levels welcome. No experience or equipment is necessary. Yoga Basics Thursday, October 26 @ 11:00 am
This class is great for the beginner or experienced student as we give variations for all levels. Focusing on movement integrating breath, awareness, and alignment, you will build strength, focus, flexibility, and balance for both mind and body. The class will be taught by Tula Yoga instructor, Jennifer Cavalieri. Please bring your own yoga mat or large towel. Must be at least 18 years old to participate. (At the time of writing, this event was filling up. Check for availability. Also routinely check the library's web site for upcoming months.) MAPL Kids Are the Best!! On-going and Special Programs for Kids, Tweens, and Teens! This October, MAPL offers a variety of programs for children from six months on up, and all the way through teens. Check the library calendar of events for more details and for information about how to register, as needed. (Events marked with ** require registration.) To register for these events, click on the "Register" box that goes with the event. You can also call the library or contact Leslie at maplkids@lmxac.org MAPL Calendar for October Teen Read Week grades 6-12 Sunday, October 8 - Saturday, October 14 Express yourself by showing what book characters have impacted your life. To do this, complete a piece of original artwork about a book character you relate to. The art must be appropriate for all ages to view. It can be in any format, e.g., painting, sculpture, collage, etc. It must relate to a book character. Deadline: October 14 See the Youth/Teen Librarian for more details!
Additional Activities for October Crazy Cars All ages Wednesday, October 4 No registration required. Reading to Therapy Dogs** Thursday, October 10 @ 4:00 and 4:30pm Elementary school aged children are invited to read to our therapy dogs Kassidy and Tucker. Please bring a book you'd like to read or come early and the librarian will help you pick on out! Kassidy and Tucker are certified therapy dogs and can't wait to hear you read! Grades K - 5. Registration is required. Pumpkin Painting** Saturday, October 21 @ 10:00 am and 1:00 pm Pumpkin season is here! Come and celebrate with us at the library. We will hear a spooky story and then paint our very own pumpkins! Spanish Language Story Time** ages 6 months - 3 years Wednesday, October 25 @ 10:30am Join us in the meeting room for a special program: Spanish Language Story Time! We will read a story, sing songs, and do an activity, all in Spanish! If you are native speaker or want to expose your child to Spanish, you are welcome to join us. For ages 6 months to 3 years old.
Registration is required. Library Trick or Treat** ages 6 months - prek Tuesday, October 31 @ 10:00 am What's that sound? A creak? A moan? NOPE! It's Trick or Treat at the Library. Join us in the meeting room for stories, songs, and a fun craft to celebrate Halloween. Then we will travel around the library and trick or treat! Come in your Halloween costume! Baby Story Time** ages 6 months - 18 months Tuesday, October 3 @ 10:00 am Tuesday Morning Play Group ages 6 months+ Tuesdays @ 10:30 am Tuesday, October 3 Tuesday, October 10 Tuesday, October 17 Tuesday, October 24 Baby & Me Yoga** ages 6 months - 24 months Monday, October 2 @ 10:30 am Toddler Time** ages 18 months - 3 years Tuesday, October 10 @ 10:00 am Tuesday, October 23 @ 10:00 am Yoga Buddies** ages 2 - prek Monday, October 23 @ 10:00 am Crafty Kids** ages 3-5 Monday, October 16 @ 10:30 am Monday, October 30 @ 10:30 am Book Bunch** grades K-2 Tuesday, October 3 @ 4:20 pm Puzzle Playtime toddler - grade 5 Wednesday, October 11 @ 13:00 am Page Turners** grades 3-5 Tuesday, October 17 @ 4:20 pm Homework Help** elementary school age Thursday, October 12 @ 4:00 pm Thursday, October 19 @ 4:00 pm Thursday, October 26 @ 4:00 pm Lego Club** elementary school age
Thursday, October 12 @ 4:20 pm Homeschool Group** grades K-6 Thursday, October 19 @ 11:00 am Teen Advisory Board (TAB)** grades 6-12 Thursday, October 26 @ 7:00 pm Family Movie Night** all ages Monday, October 30 @ 6:00 pm Bring the whole family to the library to see Hocus Pocus at the library! It will be picnic style, so bring pillows and blankets. All ages are welcome! Registration is required. Magnets in the Morning all ages Wednesday, October 18 @ 10:30 am Drop-In Activity all ages Spider Web Craft Saturday, October 7 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Pumpkin Patch Craft Saturday, October 14 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Lollipop Spiders Saturday, October 21 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Matching Game & Halloween Mask Making Sunday, October 22 @ 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Owl Creation Craft Saturday, October 28 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Craft on the Go all ages 9:00-6:00 Friday, October 6 Friday, October 13 Friday, October 20
Friday, October 27 Amazon Smile Program CLUBS! We Have CLUBS!!! Pinochle Club Wednesdays @ 1:00 pm Genealogy Club First Thursday of the month @ 7:00 pm Book Club Second Thursday of the month @ 7:30 pm Mahjong Club Fridays @ 10:00 am (no meeting on Friday, October 27) More MAPL Resources Just for You! Here are even more opportunities for you at the Matawan Aberdeen Public Library For information on any of these, call 732-583-9100 and ask for Reference, or stop by the Information Desk when you next visit the library. English Conversation: ESL Mondays @ 7:00 pm October 2, 16, 23, and 30 Do you want to learn to improve your English speaking ability? Come to the library! Informal small conversation group for all levels of English ability. Please see the Reference Librarian if you have any questions about the ESL classes. Amazon Smile Program When you shop at smile.amazon.com, Amazon will donate 0.5% of your purchase price to the Friends of the Matawan Aberdeen Public Library. To learn more, go to the following link. This opportunity is good for shopping throughout the entire year.
New Arrivals at MAPL Every week, new books and DVDs arrive at the library for your enjoyment. Click on the following link for just a small sampling of some of the many brand new adult fiction, adult non-fiction, children's, and DVD resources that are available to you! New Arrivals for October TECHNOLOGY CLASSES FOR YOU! Organize Your Life with Your iphone Sunday, October 15 @ 1:00 pm Get the most out of your iphone with this lecture and demonstration class. We will review some basic apps and tools that will aid your daily life and boost your productivity. We will also focus on tips and suggested apps that will optimize your iphone experience. From this class, you will be able to keep up with your bank accounts, find rides instantly, save space on your iphone, and much more. Microsoft Office Overview Monday, October 23 @ 7:00 pm Whether you are interested in writing a letter, keeping track of your home finances, or even whipping up a slideshow for work, Microsoft Office is the software package that can help you get it done. This discussion-style class will provide an overview of the Office 2013 softwware package and will cover Word, Powerpoint, Publisher, and Excel, and what each are capable of doing. ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER SESSIONS MAPL offers free one-on-one computer sessions with knowledgeable computer techs. Each session will be an hour long and cover a range of topics such as online forms, emails, the Internet, resumes, and any other general computer questions you may have. Call the information desk for available dates to sign up for a one-hour session. Check with the library for available dates and times. Resource of the Month: Qello Concerts
MAPL offers you access to many, many databases through its website. This month's featured database is Quello Concerts, the only place to watch over 1700 of the most amazing live moments in music. It's the world's largest collection of concerts and music documentaries streamed on-demand to just about any digital device. To access Qello Concerts, go to the library's main website using the LMXAC link below, then pull down the "Library Information" menu, click on Electronic Resources. Click on the link for "Music." From there, click on "Qello Concerts" and follow the simple directions! Books for Sale!!! Don't want to wait until October 28th for the Book Sale? You can still buy books at a great price! The small hallway between the circulation desk and the reference room has shelves full of books, audiobooks, and DVDs available for your purchase. All proceeds go to Friends of MAPL, for the special programs they fund for our library. See the library staff at the circulation desk for more information! Home Page for MAPL (via LMXAC) Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Pinterest! Copyright 20XX. All Rights Reserved.
Coming Soon! *Friday, November 17 @ 7:00 pm HP & His Hot Takeout Band *Friday, December 8 @ 7:00 pm A Christmas Carol with Raconteur Radio