Upcoming events
May
”Muslims Who Saved Jews During the Holocaust,” photography by Norman Gershman is on display at the South Brunswick Public Library, 10 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, through May. For more information about the exhibit, call Library Director, Christopher Carbone at 732-329-4000, ext. 7287.
Fri., May 3
An AARP Safe Driving Course will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the South Brunswick Senior Center in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. You may be eligible to receive an insurance discount upon completing the course. The cost is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-AARP members. Fee is payable to AARP upon registration by April 25. This event is for South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.
Wed., May 8
A “New Jersey Hope and Healing,” lecture sponsored by the N.J. Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, Disaster and Terrorism Branch, will be held at 10:45a.m. at the South Brunswick Senior Center, located in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Call 732 329 4000 x7670 for more information. Open to township residents only 55 plus only.
Basic Microsoft Word 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the South Brunswick Public Library, 10 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. This basic class includes creating, saving & retrieving documents, formatting text, editing (cut, copy, paste, delete), spell and grammar check, changing font type, size and color, margin settings, saving and previewing & printing. This class will be taught using Microsoft Word 2002. Pre-requiste: Basic PC Skills class or some computer experience required. This is not a beginner class. To register, go to the date of the class on our online Event Calendar at www.sbpl.info/all-events.
Spring into Meditation 7 to 8:45 p.m. at the South Brunswick Public Library, 10 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. Jim Rose, M. Ed. will show you how meditation can grant you the peace you seek. Jim has been meditating for more than 30 years and will demonstrate how meditation can enrich one’s life, personally, professionally and spiritually.
Fri., May 10
Internet Basics and Beyond 12 to 1 p.m. at the South Brunswick Public Library, 10 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. Learn the parts of the URL, how to evaluate websites, and information about security and passwords. Find out how to formulate effective searches. Use Find, Print, Google News, and Images. Prerequisite: Basic PC Skills Class or equivalent using Windows and the mouse. To register, go to the date of the class on our online Event Calendar at www.sbpl.info/all-events.
Wed., May 15
A “Vitamins and Supplements” lecture by Danielle Candelario, PharmD, Clinical Pharmacist, University Medical Center of Princeton at Plainsboro, will be held at 10:45 a.m. at the South Brunswick Senior Center, located in the Municipal Complex, Route 522, highlighting the latest information on the use of vitamins and supplements for general wellness. Topics include: Product selection, dosing, cautions, drug interactions and disease prevention, vitamin D. This event is for South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.
Thurs., May 16
Picasa – Learn to Organize Your Photos 10 a.m. at the South Brunswick Public Library, 10 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. Learn how to edit your digital photos with Picasa. Picasa is freeware available from Google. Bring your camera and data cord (and laptop if you have one) to learn how to use Picasa. A G-mail account is encouraged but not required. To register, go to the date of the class on our online Event Calendar at www.sbpl.info/all-events.
iPad Tips and Tricks 1 p.m. at the South Brunswick Public Library, 10 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, Meeting Room A/B. Robin Kessler, from R & D Internet Associates, will give a seminar on tips and tricks to help you use your iPAD, iPhone, or iPod to its fullest. You are encouraged to bring your “I’s” to the class. You are also encouraged to take notes whether you bring your devices or not. Registration is suggested, but walk-ins are always welcome. To register, go to the date of the class on our online Event Calendar at www.sbpl.info/all-events.
Tues., May 21
Effective Resume Writing 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Program Room 1A & 1B, at the South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. Learn how to write an effective resume and get an overview of all the free resources available from the library to help with your job search. Registration is required. 732-329-4000
Wed., May 22
Tai Chi Class for Beginners free Introductory Class: 7-8 p.m. at the South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. Space is limited; registration required. Five-class session (registration & fee required) – $50. Tai Chi classes are taught by local Tai Chi instructor Jimmy Lee. He is a formal disciple of Zhang Yun, who was personally trained by Wang Pei Sheng. Benefits the Friends of the Library who sponsor programming for adults, teens and children. No refunds. Cash or checks made payable to “The Friends of the South Brunswick Library.” Sign up at the Information Desk.
”Ask the Doctor” with Dr. Robert Platzman will be held at 10:45 a.m. at the South Brunswick Senior Center, located in the Municipal Complex, Route 522, sponsored by Pavilions at Forrestal. This event is for South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.
Tues., May 28
The film “Argo” will be screened at 12:30 p.m. at the South Brunswick Senior Center, located in the Municipal Complex, Route 522 It is a story set during the Iran hostage crisis, the CIA and Hollywood collaborated in a life-or-death covert operation to rescue six Americans. Open to South Brunswick residents 55+ only. For more information about this program please call 732-329-4000 X7670.
Wed., May 29
Kevin Hoagland, surrogate and attorney George Bolster, will present information on Wills and Estates, Last Will and testaments, Trusts, Living Wills/Advance Directive and Power of Attorney at 12:30 p.m. at 10:45 a.m. at the South Brunswick Senior Center, located in the Municipal Complex, Route 522. Event is for South Brunswick residents 55+ only. Call 732-329-4000 X7670.