To register, come in, call 973-627-2344, or email rockawaytwplibrary@rtlibrary.org

April 2015 

Exploring Korea

Saturday, April 18, 2015   |   11:30 PM - 1:30 PM

The Korean Spirit and Cultural Promotion Project brings to life Korea's rich and unique cultural heritage, from past to present. The program includes a presentation, items on display, and a delicious meal.

Touch of Sinatra

Tuesday, April 28, 2015     |   6:30 PM - 7:45 PM

A musical show about the life and music of Frank Sinatra narrated by Joe Gilligan and Sinatra songs are performed by Donnie Fararro. You will be entertained with the story of the life and the songs that made him one of the most renowned singers of the 20th century. Celebrate 100 years of Sinatra!  

You are the Artist of Your Life

Tuesday, April 21, 2015     |   6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Speaker, author, and former performer Adria Firestone will discuss strategies for improving your life and obtaining a clearer view of your future.  

May 2015 

College Funding

Tuesday, May 5, 2015   |   6:30 PM - 7:45 PM

Solutions for College Funding, Inc presents a College Funding Seminar for parents of high school students interested in college. The purpose of this seminar is to educate parents on how to provide funding for their high-schooler's college tuition and other expenses and to minimize their out of pocket expenses.

Movie Discussion

Thursday, May 7, 2015   |   1:00 - 4:00 PM

By popular demand, we will be having a movie discussion this spring. We will be showing 12 Years a Slave followed by group discussion. See back of this brochure for more details.

Murder by the Books

Thursday, May 14, 2015   |   7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (after hours)

Join us for a library fundraiser with a mystery theme. Be treated to a theatrical presentation and join in on the action! Tickets are $15 and all proceeds go to the Friends of the Library.

Senior Scams

Tuesday, May 19, 2015   |   6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Whether it's through the phone, via Internet, or that too-good-to-be-true investment opportunity, scams have never been more prevalent than they are today. You don't have to be a senior to fall victim to fraud, but seniors are often the targets of scammers and con artists. Hedy Knapp from Paperwork Partners will talk about some of the most common scams and how you can avoid getting duped. 

Thursdays at 1:30 PM (approx. every two weeks)

Thursday, Apr. 23 - Million Dollar Arm (PG, 124 min., Drama, 2014)

Starring Jon Hamm, Aasif Mandvi, Alan Arkin

Thursday, May 7 - 12 Years a Slave (R, 134min., Drama, 2013)

* Movie showing with a discussion afterward.

Starring Chiwetel Ejiofor, Lupita Nyong'o, Michael Kenneth Williams, Brad Pitt

Thursday, May 21 - Begin Again (R, 104 min., Comedy/Drama, 2014)

Starring Keira Knightley, Mark Ruffalo, Adam Levine

Wednesdays, March 25 through May @ 10:00 am unless otherwise noted 

Computer & Internet Basics Series

We welcome new computer users to sign up for our Computer Basics series. We kick off with our back to back Computer Basics 1 [mousercise] on 3/25 @ 10am, break for lunch and continue with Computer Basics 2 at 1pm, Internet Basics* (4/1), and E-mail Basics* (4/8).

Wednesday, April 29 @ 10:00 am

Microsoft Word Basics

Learn how to use Word 2013 to create a professional looking letter.*

Wednesday, May 6 @ 10:00 am

Microsoft Excel Basics

Learn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel 2013. Topics

include entering data, moving and copying data, & formatting worksheets.*

Wednesday, May 13 @ 10:00 am

Power Word

Do you already know how to use Word, but want to learn how to format documents more professionally? This intermediate level class explores editing, alignment, page formatting, headers, images and tables.**

Wednesday, May 20 @ 10:00 am

Power Excel

Already know Excel basics and want to tackle functions, formulas, charts and pivot tables? This class is for you! Knowledge of basic algebra strongly recommended.**

Twitter Basics (Social Media Basics I)  

Learn how to be informed in the 21st Century! This class will cover blogs, forums, chat and microblogging. If you have ever wondered what a hashtag is, this is the class for you! ***  

Wednesday, June 3  @ 10:00 am

Facebook Basics (Social Media Basics II)  

Let us help you understand how to use Facebook! If you've ever wondered what the difference between your timeline and your profile is, this is the class for you. Twitter Basics IS REQUIRED for this class.***

Wednesday, June 10  @ 10:00 am

Power Internet Searching

Want to search the internet like a pro? This intermediate level class will help you use Google more efficiently and introduce library databases.***

Wednesday, June 17 @ 10:00 am

Advanced Word

Explore beyond the Home ribbon! This class is geared towards helping you create a great report for work or college. Learn about headers, table of contents, managing sources, and inserting tables and graphics. Knowledge of algebra and business math recommended.****

Wednesday, July 24 @ 10:00 am

Advanced Excel

An advanced look at charts, pivot tables, and other topics. Knowledge of algebra and business math recommended.****

Select Thursdays this Spring @ 10:00 am

Open Lab, Bring Your Own Device

Learn how to download e-books or let us help you troubleshoot your mobile device! Schedule your 1/2 hour one-on-one appointment today! Only one appointment per person per month due to high demand.

*     Prerequisite: Mousing and Keyboarding or permission of the instructor.

**    Prerequisite: Microsoft Word or Excel Basics   

***   Prerequisite: Internet Basics  

****   Prerequisite: Power Word or Power Excel