Avalon Library Announces March Events

AVALON – The Avalon Free Public Library will host the following events during the month of March.
Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29
10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
Story Time
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children of all ages. 
March 1
6 p.m.
Award Season Film- Creed
Adonis Johnson (Jordan) never knew his famous father, world heavyweight champion Apollo Creed, who died before he was born. Still, there’s no denying that boxing is in his blood, so Adonis heads to Philadelphia, the site of Apollo Creed’s legendary match with a tough upstart named Rocky Balboa. Once in the City of Brotherly Love, Adonis tracks Rocky (Stallone) down and asks him to be his trainer. Despite his insistence that he is out of the fight game for good, Rocky sees in Adonis the strength and determination he had known in Apollo—the fierce rival who became his closest friend. Starring Sylvester Stallone, Michael Jordan, Tessa Thompson and Phylicia Rashad. Rated PG-13 for violence, language and some sensuality. For further information on rating, please review the Parents Guide at www. IMDb.com.
Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31
10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
Story Time
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children of all ages.
March 3
3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Creative Writing
Receive tips and feedback on poetry, memoirs, short stories, articles, and books. Record an audio version and share your story. Registration is requested by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 3
6 p.m.
Award Season Film- The Danish Girl
The remarkable love story inspired by the lives of artists Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener directed by Academy Award winner Tom Hooper. Lili and Gerda’s marriage and work evolve as they navigate Lili’s groundbreaking journey as a transgender pioneer. Starring Academy Award winner Eddie Redmayne, Alicia Vikander, Amber Heard and Matthew Schoenaerts. Rated R for some sexuality and full nudity. Persons under 17 must be accompanied by parent or guardian. For further information on rating, please review the Parents Guide at www. IMDb.com.
March 5
10 a.m. to noon
iPad Workshop- Beginner iPad
Learn the ins and outs of the iPad. Be sure you have your Apple ID and password. (Required prior to class) Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Mondays, March 7, 14, 21 and 28
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Knitting
Meet and share knitting techniques. All levels of knitters are welcome, from beginner to advanced level.
Mondays, March 7, 14, 21 and 28
5:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Great Decisions Foreign Policy
Sessions are being held for eight weeks through April 25. Great Decisions is America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. The program model involves reading the Great Decisions Briefing Book, watching the DVD and meeting in a Discussion Group to discuss the most critical global issues facing America today.
Topics for Great Decisions 2016 include: Middle East Alliance, The Rise of ISIS, The Future of Kurdistan, The Koreas, The United Nations, Climate Change, and Cuba and the U.S. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Facebook for Seniors
March 22
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Facebook for Seniors
Instructor Chuck McDonnell will be presenting general functions of Facebook to include: setting up a personal account, searching for family and friends, sending and receiving messages, and posting photos. The class will consist of presentation slides and hands-on demonstration. Chuck is a graduate student at Stockton University (class of 2016,) majoring in Arts Information Technology, and Director of Recreation for the Borough of Avalon. This workshop is open to all person age 18 and over. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 8
6 to 7:30 p.m.
History Book Club
Title for March: The Great Bridge: The Epic Story of the Building of the Brooklyn Bridge by David McCullough. Complimentary books may be available upon registration. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 9
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Italian Culture
Meet with others interested in learning more about Italian art, music, architecture, history and lifestyles.
March 9
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
iPhones Workshop- Hodge Podge of Apps
We will review interesting and useful apps with a variety of uses. Be sure you have your Apple ID and password. (Required prior to class) Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 9
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Book Club
Title for March: Inside the O’Briens by Lisa Genova. Complimentary books may be available upon registration. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 10
6 to 8 p.m.
Windows 10 Hands-Security & Maintenance
Find out how to keep your Windows 10 PC running smoothly for years to come with a look at the best security and PC maintenance programs available and how to use them. Register to use a library computer or your own computer or tablet. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
Mondays, March 14 and 28
5:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Scrabble
Join the Scrabblers on the second and fourth Monday of each month. No registration required.
March 15
9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Art Workshop- Felt Easter Eggs
In this class, participants will create Easter eggs using wool roving (long bundles of sheep’s wool fibers). Different adornments can be chosen for each egg. All supplies are included. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 15
6 p.m.
Award Season Film- Brooklyn
An Irish immigrant lands in 1950s Brooklyn, where she quickly falls into a romance with a local. When her past catches up with her, however, she must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within. Starring Saoirse Ronan, Emory Cohen and Domhnall Gleeson. Rated PG-13 for a scene of sexuality and brief strong language. For further information on rating, please review the Parents Guide at www. IMDb.com.
March 16
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
iPad Workshop- Office for iPad
Yes, you can get the Microsoft Office Suite for the iPad. We will review the Word, Excel and PowerPoint apps. Be sure you have your Apple ID and password. (Required prior to class) Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 16
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Romance Book Club
Title for March: The Rogue Not Taken by Sarah MacLean. Complimentary books may be available upon registration. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 17
6 p.m.
Award Season Film- The Big Short
Four denizens in the world of high-finance predict the credit and housing bubble collapse of the mid-2000s, and decide to take on the big banks for their greed and lack of foresight. Starring Christian Bale, Steve Carrell and Ryan Gosling. Rated R for pervasive language and some sexuality/nudity. No one under 17 will be admitted without parent or guardian. For further information on rating, please review the Parents Guide at www. IMDb.com.
March 19
10 a.m. to noon
Creative Writing
Receive tips and feedback on poetry, memoirs, short stories, articles, and books. Record an audio version and share your story. Registration is requested by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 22
6 to 8 p.m.
Windows 10 Hands-On:  Entertainment
Learn about Netflix, Hulu, Spotify, Kindle and all of the apps that can keep you entertained on your Windows 10 device, including the library’s own app, Overdrive. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 23
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
iPad Workshop- Widgets & Notifications
What are they and how can they help me? Be sure you have your Apple ID and password. (Required prior to class) Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 26
10 a.m. to noon
Genealogy Workshop- Beginning Your Family Research
Sometimes the hardest thing to do is find out about your family’s history. You may have heard a story about your grandparents or their parents but you aren’t certain about how to discover the truth behind the story. Perhaps they arrived from a small town in Europe with only the clothes on their backs. The challenge of researching your family is not finding the documents- it’s the new stories that you uncover! Come to learn how easy it is to research your family. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 26
10 a.m. to noon
Color Me Happy: Benefits of Adult Coloring
Professor Kate Daniels, Holistic Health and psychiatric nursing teacher, will give a brief introduction to the benefits of adult coloring. She will also work with patrons to enjoy and share the benefits. All supplies are provided, including: crayons, colored pencils, felt tipped markers (fine and ultra-fine), metallic markers, crayon and pencil sharpeners and coloring pages. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 26
1 to 3 p.m.
Genealogy Workshop-
Learn to use Google Drive and tools to organize your genealogy. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 29
10 to 11 a.m.
iPhones Workshop- Maps or Google Maps?
Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
March 29
11 a.m. to noon
Androids Workshop- Google Maps
Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
The Avalon Library received 5 stars in Library Journal’s national rating of public libraries, based on statistical performance data collected by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.  The Avalon Library has received the 5-Star designation eight times since 2009. The library is located at 235 32^nd Street and provides free and open access to first class collections, services and programs that inspire, inform and enrich the community. For more information on all library programs, please visit the library website at www.avalonfreelibrary.org
March 31
2 to 4 p.m.
An Afternoon Tea at the Queen’s Garden
Enjoy a variety of teas and other refreshments while viewing the movie Queen’s Garden. Synopsis: This documentary reveals a year in Buckingham Palace Gardens, exploring the history and this remarkable hidden royal treasure in the center of London. With unprecedented access we follow the garden’s transformation across all four seasons uncovering rare flowers, extraordinary wildlife, a vast lake, and a giant 15ft marble urn that once belonged to Napoleon to name but a few of the treats in store. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.