May Library Newsletter

The Library is closed Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.

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May Programs for Adults:

Stop Smoking Workshop

Thursday, May 2 at 7pm

Help in overcoming tobacco addiction is here! Come to our free workshop presented by St. Barnabas Hospital's outreach program. Sign up here.

Poetry Workshop

Saturday, May 4 at 9:30-11am

Prompts and discussion will help you get ideas flowing for your next poem. Please bring paper and pencil. If you have a poem to share, bring ten copies.

An Afternoon of Broadway Classics

Sunday, May 5 at 3pm

Pleasant Valley Productions returns to the Library with a concert of Broadway classics. Enjoy some of Broadway's most memorable tunes presented by top performers from the West Orange area. Advance registration is recommended. Click here to sign up.

Book Discussion Group

Monday, May 6 at 1:30pm

Librarian Lana Peker leads the discussion of The Sense of an Ending by Julian Barnes. The book is a compelling novel that follows a middle-aged man as he contends with his past.

Internet Basics
Tuesday, May 7 at 10-11:30am
Learn how to search for information on the Internet. This workshop is for people who know how to use a mouse and keyboard. Advance registration is required; space is limited. Click here to sign up.

Creative Connection

Wednesday, May 8 at 7:15pm

Join in our 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 free program is presented in partnership with the West Orange Arts Council.

West Orange Writers' Group

Thursday, May 9 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. You are invited to bring a sample of your work.

Effective Sales Techniques

Thursday, May 16 at 7pm

Obtaining and holding customers is an important key to business success. Learn how to generate repeat business and convert potential customers into long-term assets in our free workshop presented by S.C.O.R.E. Advance registration is recommended. Click here to sign up.

Film & Dessert

Friday, May 3 & May 17 at 2pm

Seniors, looking for something to do?

Drop by the Library to watch a movie and enjoy light refreshments. Free!

Meet the Musician: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

Bernard Ducoff Lecture Series in the Arts & Humanities

Sunday, May 19 at 2pm

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Pianist Dennis Kobray becomes Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in a dramatic presentation. Discover the music, feelings, life and history of this world famous composer as Mr. Kobray takes on his persona and performs his music in period costume. Advance registration is recommended. Click here to sign up.

Funding for this program was provided in memory of Dr. Bernard Ducoff by the Ducoff family.

Middle School Art Showcase Reception

Wednesday, May 1, 6-8:30pm

Read 'n Chat Book Discussion Grades 6-8

Wednesday, May 8 at 7:15pm

The group will discuss Chomp by Carl Hiaasen.

Anime Club

Grades 6-12
Wednesday, May 22 at 6:45pm

Crafts, games and movies for anime and manga fans.

Children's Programs

Check it Out Mate: Kids' Chess Club
Thursdays, May 2 & May 9 at 4pm
For grades 2-8

Learn the rules and strategies of chess from an experienced chess player.

Lego Club

Tues, May 7 at 4pm

Kids in grades K-5 build lego creations together. Click here to sign up.

Speaking of Stories Book Discussion Group

Grades 4 & 5

Tuesday, May 14 at 4:30pm

The group will discuss Turtle in Paradise by Jennifer L. Holm.

Yakety-Yak Book Discussion Group

Tuesday, May 21 at 4:30pm

For grades 2 & 3

The group will talk about A Fistful of Pearls by Elizabeth Laird.

Downtime with Disney

Saturday, May 18 at 2pm
The whole family is invited to a free screening of a favorite Disney film.

Programming for Children with Special Needs:

Music and Movement - May 13, 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. - Certified and experienced music educator and music therapist Ms. Joanne Schlachter will lead this 45-minute session that combines music, movement and yoga. Sign up online.

Awesome Art - May 20 - 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. - Preschool teacher and special education student Mrs. Rhonda Grindell, who has provided arts and crafts programs at Harbor Haven for five summers, will lead this program. Children will go home with an awesome completed art project! Sign up online.

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*
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*Closed Sundays from the last Sunday in May through the Sunday after Labor Day.