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Reminder: The Library is closed March 29 (Good Friday) and
March 31 (Easter Sunday).
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April Programs for Adults:
Monday, April 1 at 1:30pm
Computer Basics
Tuesday, April 2 at 10am
Learn the basics of using a computer in our free workshop. Topics include how to use a mouse and how to open and close programs.
Space is limited; advance registration is required.
Film & Dessert
Friday, April 5 at 2pm
Stop by for a free screening of Playing for Keeps, a romantic comedy starring Uma Thurmond, Dennis Quaid, and Catherine Zeta-Jones. Light refreshments will be served.
Creative Connection
Wednesday, April 10 at 7:15pm
Join in the monthly discussion of the creative process. Topics may include dealing with creative blocks, preparing for projects, and competing in the marketplace. The group can also offer constructive feedback on your work. Everyone interested in the creative process is welcome. This program is presented in partnership with the West Orange Arts Council.
West Orange Writers' Group
Thursday, April 11 at 7pm
A casual forum for anyone interested in writing. Meet other writers and gently critique each other's work. Writers in all genres are welcome. Bring a sample of your work.
Community Mural Unveiling
Sunday, April 14 at 3pm In honor of Distracted Driving Awareness Month and National Library Week, a mural sponsored by the Badlani Foundation will be unveiled in the Library. Local artists Cindy Klein and Kim Scheib worked with WO children to create the work of art.
The Oranges Then and Now Thursday, April 18 at 7pm Historian Douglas Alford shares photos of West Orange locations as they looked in the past along with the same locations now. Come by for a trip down memory lane. Sign up online. Film & Dessert Friday, April 19 at 2pm Seniors, looking for something to do? Drop by the Library to watch a movie and enjoy light refreshments. Free! Bernard Ducoff Memorial Lecture Series:Make Way for Tomorrow Sunday, April 21 at 2pm  Film historian Mark Gladstone presents Leo McCarey's award-winning 1937 film 'Make Way for Tomorrow,' featuring NJ-born actors Thomas Mitchell and Victor Moore. Mr. Gladstone will screen the movie and then discuss the background and relevance of the film.
Funding for the Bernard Ducoff Lecture Series in the Arts and Humanities is provided in memory of Dr. Ducoff by the Ducoff family. Advance registration is recommended; sign up online.
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Open Mic Night
Monday, April 1 at 7:30pm
Grades 6-12
All teen musicians, poets, singers, and writers and are welcome to perform. Sign up online.
PSAT Workshop For students and parents
Wednesday, April 3 at 7pm Free seminar with representatives from Kaplan Test Prep. Sign up online. Read 'n Chat Book Discussion Grades 6-8 |
Children's Programs  Storyteller/Author Aubrey Davis Monday, April 15 at 6:30pm Storyteller and award-winning author Aubrey Davis comes by to help us celebrate National Library Week. The author of Bagels from Benny, A Hen for Izzy Pippik, Bone Button Borscht and other picture books, Mr. Davis recently won the World Tales Storytelling Contest. This program is funded by a generous donation from the Estelle Citrin Family Fund. All ages are welcome; advance registration is recommended. Click here to sign up.
Babies & Books
Fridays, April 5, 12, 19, & 26 at 10:30am
Storytime for infants up to age 2. Click here to sign up.
Pajama Storytime
Mondays, April 1, 8, & 22 at 6:30pm
Drop-in storytime for infants up to age 4 ½.
Terrific Toddlers Storytime
Tuesdays, April 2, 9, 16 & 23 at 10:30am
or
Fridays, 5, 12, 19, & 26 at 11:30am
For ages 2 - 3 1/2 . Click here to sign up.
Preschool Page Turners
Tuesdays, April 2, 9, 16, & 23 at 11:30am
For ages 3 ½ - 5. Click here to sign up.
Eager Readers Storytime
For grades K-3
Mondays, April 1, 8, 15, & 22 at 4:30pm
Yakety-Yak Book Discussion Group
Tuesday, April 16 at 4:30pm
For grades 2 & 3
The group will talk about Magic Tree House: Dragon of the Red Dawn.
Click here to sign up.
Speaking of Stories Book Discussion Group
Grades 4 & 5
Lego Club
Tuesday, April 2 at 4pm
 Kids in grades K-5 build lego creations together. Click here to sign up.
Downtime with Disney
Saturday, April 20 at 2pm
Drop in for a free screening of a family-favorite Disney film.
All ages are welcome.
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 About Us
West Orange Public Library Hours: M, W, Th 10-9
46 Mt. Pleasant Ave. Tu, Fri 10-5:30
West Orange, NJ 07052 Sat 9-5
973-736-0198 Sun 1-5*
www.wopl.org
*Closed Sundays from the last Sunday in May through the Sunday after Labor Day.
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