Library Corner

Events at the Bordentown Branch of the Burlington County Library System at 18 E. Union St., Bordentown City:
FOR CHILDREN
    Finger Spelling With Signing Hands — Monday, Dec. 27 at 2 p.m. for children 5 years and older. Families with children 5 years and older are invited to this exciting, interactive sign language program. Learn finger spelling and play animal charades and other sign language games.
    Mr. Malcolm presents The Wizard Of Oz — Tuesday, Dec. 28, at 2 p.m. for kids 5 years and older. Mr. Malcolm presents The Wizard of Oz like you’ve never seen it. Join us for this interactive performance of the adventures of Dorothy. This program will be held at the Bordentown Township Senior Community Center.
    Teen Game Night — Wednesday, Dec. 29, at 6 p.m. for teens 12 to 17 years old. Teens are invited to join us for Wii, board games and cards. Refreshments will be served.
    Movie Matinee-Thursday, Dec. 30, at 2 p.m. for kids 5 years and older. Kids 5 years and older are invited to join us for a PG rated movie. Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Registration is not required. Snacks are welcome.
FOR ADULTS
    There will not be a book discussion in January, but please join us for a discussion of “Water for Elephants” by Sara Gruen on Feb. 8 and “The History of Love” by Nicole Krauss on March 8.
    Join Dawn Nikithser the first Wednesday evening of the month for a Creative Writing Workshop. Dawn is a corporate copy writer by day and a mad creatrix by night. Writing is a solitary craft but sooner or later, you have to put your words out there and find out what other people think. The Creative Writing Workshop is a great way to share ideas and get constructive criticism in a friendly but also functional atmosphere. All genres and ideas welcome, in all forms. Bring a notebook and pen or your laptop. Registration is required. You must have a library card to attend.
    PowerPoint for Beginners will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 29, at 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Learn the basics of this powerful presentation software. In this hands-on class, you will explore design features and create a simple slideshow presentation. Registration is required. You must have a library card to attend.
    “Librarian One-on-One” is a personalized one-on-one sit down session with librarian Andy Woodworth. From learning to cut and paste to resume writing and job hunting to doing research, sessions will be an individually tailored to your needs. No matter is too small or large when it comes to getting help. You can make an appointment in person at the Adult Reference Desk or by calling the library. When making an appointment, ask for Andy Woodworth (609-298-0622 ext. 203). Requests for “Librarians One-on-One” are limited by staff and resource availability.
    “Wii for Seniors” is THE video game experience for the senior crowd! Play games on the big screen in the comfort and company of your peers. The January programs will be on Tuesday, Jan. 4, and Wednesday, Jan. 26, at 10:30 a.m. This program does not require registration.
    Of all the sentimental things that people have, none hold such a place in a person’s heart like the ones made by hand. The Rubber Stamping class at the library this month is one that will teach you how to make such hand crafted items. It’s simple yet artistic: just stamp an image, add color with stamp pads, colored pencils, markers or chalk and assemble into handmade projects.
    This program will be on Wednesday, Jan. 19 at 3:30 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. This program requires a Burlington County library card for registration. You can register in person, online at the library website (www.bcls.lib.nj.us), or by calling us at 609-298-0622.
    Registration is necessary for most programs. For children’s programs, registration begins two weeks in advance at the library, online, or by calling 298-0622. A Burlington County library card is required for all programs. Library services and programs are held at our renovated facility at 18 E. Union St. in Bordentown. Library hours are Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.