Old Bridge Public Library: Weekly Highlights 3/25/19

Old Bridge Public Library

1 Old Bridge Plaza

Old Bridge, NJ 08857

732-721-5600 x5033

This Week at Your Library: March 25

Dear Library Member,

We'd like to take this opportunity to highlight a few open public sessions occurring over the next 10 days to allow patrons to plan ahead.

Staff representatives from the office of Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-D) will be hosting satellite office hours at the Library on Monday, April 1st from 1-6pm. Please take this opportunity to speak with the staff regarding constituent concerns and issues related to federal agencies. No appointment is necessary; the Library's conference room behind the Idea Farm has been reserved for the meetings. For more information, please contact the Congressman's office at 732-249-8892 or 732-571-1140.

In addition, the Friends of the Old Bridge Public Library will host open public meetings on Thursday, April 4th. At 11am, there will be an election of officers, and at 6:30pm, volunteer recruitment and refreshments. Please consider attending one session and learn how you can get involved with these wonderful, dedicated volunteers who help support the Library and our programming. As a special incentive, the Friends are offering a 50 percent membership discount to join the organization in April.

Lastly, due to the Mayor's Inaugural Health and Wellness 5K event, the Library will have a delayed opening at 1pm on Saturday, March 30th.

Hope to see you in the Library!

Where's Waldo and Waffles

Monday, March 25th, 4pm

Kids are invited to join us on Waffle Day to enjoy a tasty treat by making their own waffles. Then they'll use their best spotting skills in a search for Where's Waldo. Register here.

Technology Detox Class

Tuesday, March 26th, 1pm

Are you constantly checking for new messages, emails, or social media updates? Are you staring at a screen for the majority of your day? This class will explore how to release some of the negative buildup of your technology use and give you the break you need to make better choices. Register here.

Intro to Makey Makey

Tuesday, March 26th, 7pm

The Makey Makey is a simple two-sided circuit board that lets you turn everyday objects like bananas into touchpads or keyboards. No programming knowledge is needed. This session is open to kids in grades 4-12; please register here.

Science Fiction Book Discussion

Thursday, March 28th, 7pm

March's Selection: We by Yevgeny Zamyatin (1924).

All are welcome to discuss this utopian satire in which t he narrator describes a state in which the individuals have given up their freedom for materialistic rewards.

Friday Film: First Man (PG-13)

Friday, March 29th, 1:30pm

Oscar-winning director Damien Chazelle tells the riveting story behind the first manned mission to the moon, focusing on Neil Armstrong and the decade leading to the historic Apollo 11 flight. Based on the book by James R. Hansen, the 2018 film explores the triumphs and the cost- on Armstrong, his family, his colleagues and the nation itself- of one of the most dangerous missions in history. Starring Ryan Gosling and Claire Foy.

Qello Concert: Katy Perry Rock in Rio

Saturday, March 30th, 2pm

Come enjoy a great Katy Perry concert on the big screen. This 2015 performance was filmed live at Rock In Rio, Brazil. The show features many of the superstar's popular hits including Part Of Me and Wide Awake .

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