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In "The Gallery" This Month


Please enjoy the oils
of New York everyday people
by artist
Lou Spina













































FEBRUARY 2010

Movies on Thursday afternoons
2pm in the Library program room - FREE!
Click on the movie title for more information about each film
 
 

February 4th
Surrogates
(2009, Action Thriller, 89 minutes, PG-13)

Bruce Willis stars as FBI Agent Greer in an ideal world where crime, pain, and fear don't exist as people live their lives from the safety of their homes via human looking surrogates. When the first murder in years jolts this utopia, some question the value of these scientific advances. A thought provoking ending.


February 11th
My Life in Ruins
(2009, Romantic Comedy, 95 minutes, PG-13)

In time for Valentine's Day, this romantic comedy about a tour guide director, played by Nia Vardalos, will charm you. A touching performance by Richard Dreyfuss and great scenery of Greece will leave you yearning to dance or travel.


February 18th
The Boys Are Back
(2009, Drama, 104 minutes, PG-13)

A tale of fatherhood, based on a true story. Clive Owen plays a witty, wisecracking, action-oriented sportswriter who, in the wake of his wife's death, finds himself in a sudden state of single parenthood to his two sons.


February 25th
Whip It
(2009, Drama, Comedy, 111 minutes, Rated PG-13)

A tale of parenthood and coming of age. What's a Texas mom into beauty pageants (Marcia Gay Harden) to do when her daughter (Ellen Page) picks up a flyer for a Roller Derby event and tries out as "Babe Ruthless"? Accepting your children's goals and being proud of your family are themes that run through this film directed by Drew Barrymore.


Book Buddies Returns!

For Children ages 5 and up. WWRSD Jr. High school Honor Students will work One - on - One with students to improve reading skills. Friday's 3:30 - 4:30 PM at the Township Public Library. Beginning January 15th.
Please call the Library 201-664-4586. Speak to Mrs. H. to register.
 

The Saturday Movie Matinee

February 13th at 1:00 PM 

Shorts - The Adventures of the Wishing Rock

(Rated PG. Adults must accompany children)


The Mother/Daughter Book Group

will meet on February 25th at 7:00 PM to discuss
The Trolls by Polly Horvath.

Copies available at the Library. Refreshments will be served.



Computer Classes for February
Still thinking of learning how to E-Mail?
Wondering what the Internet is all about?
Sign up for a class and begin learning in a friendly, easy-paced, small group setting
Register and Pre-Pay at the Circ Desk. Sorry, we cannot provide refunds if you cancel. Call Pat P. at the Library if you have any questions 


Absolute Beginners - NEW Users
Intro to Computers and Internet
$20 for a 2 session class 
(Must attend both)
WED     Feb 10 & 17   10:30AM-Noon
Absolute Beginners Email-NEW Users
must have beginner's course or equivalent

Setting up and using email. $10 one session
FRI   Feb 19       10:30AM-Noon


The 4th Monday Evening Book Club
will meet at the Twp Washington Library on Monday, February 22, 7:30 PM, to discuss "
Loving Frank",  by Nancy Horan.
We're always looking for new members so please join us this month.





Good Health to you - for free!!

Blood Pressure Clinic, first Tuesday of each month., 1:00-3:00 PM. A nurse from Hackensack University Medical Center (HUMC), Health Awareness Regional Program (HARP) will check your blood pressure.


"Local Luminaries"
Twp of Washington Library is looking for "Local Luminaries" to enhance our 2010 programming schedule. If you have an expertise, experience, or talent of interest and benefit to the community, AND you love to present, please contact Pat Pack at the Library at 201-664-4586. 

ARE YOU LEARNING ENGLISH?
Sign up for free tutoring! The Literacy Volunteers of Pascack Valley have trained Twp. of Washington ESL Tutors who are ready to meet new students in the Library who wish to improve their English, no matter what level. Please see Pat at the Library or call 201-664-4586 to register for placement with a suitable tutor. 

VOLUNTEERS ARE STILL URGENTLY NEEDED!!
We will train you to teach English to someone who needs your help. The Literacy Volunteers of Pascack Valley are looking for volunteers to tutor foreign-born adults to speak and read English. Tutor training workshops will be provided. Please call for details or to register - 201-664-7597.

THE NEVER-ENDING BOOK SALE The Friends continuing used book sale offers gently used hardcover and softcover books, videos, audiobooks and childrens books and videos at prices you won't believe! (25c - $1.00 each item) Enjoy and save at the same time!

You can now apply for a Library card online! Click here! 
Apply Online for a Library Card  

OTHER NEWS & INFORMATION

Did you know that you can search for current articles on almost any topic with Library databases? Our "Online databases" tab will link you to EbscoHost, Proquest Newspapers (including Historical NY Times back to 1851), Infotrac and County watch. These links can provide information for homework assignments, health awareness, business topics, etc. Call us if you need help or to take an introductory class - 201.664.4586.

We also have small collection of  Korean language books and Russian language books. Our DVD collection includes many foreign language titles - with English sub-titles.

Are you a collector? We are looking for people who would like to exhibit their collections in our small display cabinet in the Library. Please contact Janet Baker at 201-664-4586. 

Township of Washington Public Library | 144 Woodfield Road | Township of Washington, NJ 07676 | Phone: 201.664.4586 | Fax: 201.664.7331
email: washcirc@bccls.org |
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