May Events at the Avalon Free Public Library

AVALON – The following are the events to be held at the Avalon Free Public Library in May.
May 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.
May 1
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.
May 2
3:15 to 4:45 p.m.
Lego Club
The Library will supply the Legos, you provide the imagination! Get creative with a team or work on your own. Please leave your Legos at home so that you don’t lose your favorite pieces. All ages are welcome.
May 3
10 a.m. to Noon
iPad Workshop: Pinterest, Instagram, and Steller
Share photos, ideas, and stories. See which App works best for you. (App (free) download necessary)
Be sure you have your Apple ID and password. (Required prior to class)
In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
May 5, 12, and 19
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Knitting Club
Meet and share knitting techniques. No sign-ups are necessary;
all levels of knitters are welcome, from beginner to advanced!
Instructor will be available on May 19
May 5
5:30 to 7:45 p.m.
Smart Phone Users Group
Bring your smart phone to this users group and the instructor will help you learn about new app releases, hardware and accessories. Schedule: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. – iPhones
6:45 to 7:45 p.m.-Android & Windows phones
May 5
5:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Great Decisions Foreign Policy
Discussion group topics include Defense Technology, Israel and the U.S., Turkey’s challenging, Islamic awakening, Energy independence, Food and Climate, China’s foreign policy, and U.S. trade policy.
May 6, 13, 20, and 27
10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
Story Time
Join us for stories, songs and crafts for children of all ages.
May 6
4 to 6 p.m.
Apple Computer Class- Safari and Google Search
This class will look at options to customize our web browser Safari and explore the advanced search features Google offers.
In-Person class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
May 10
10 a.m. to Noon
Apple Computer Class- Overview of Cloud Computing
This class will give you an overview of Cloud computing options like iCloud, Google Drive, and Dropbox. Participants will look in detail at Dropbox vs. Apple iCloud to understand the difference. Please bring your Apple ID and password to class. In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
May 12
5:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Scrabble
Word play with no registration necessary.
May 12
6:15 to 7:45 p.m.
Social Media Users Group
Introduction to and review of common social media platforms. Instructor Robert Hoesly will be focusing on Pinterest and also answering questions on Facebook and Twitter. Limited number of library computers will be available or bring your own laptop, tablet, etc.
May 13
6 p.m.
Just Released Feature Film
Her
A lonely writer develops an unlikely relationship with his newly purchased operating system that’s designed to meet his every need.. Snack bags and beverages will be served. Rated R. Under 17 must be accompanied by parent or guardian.
Stars: Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Scarlett Johansson
May 13
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Book Club
Title for May: Canada by Richard Ford. A limited number of books are available upon registration. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
May 14
9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Library Closed for In-Service Day
Reopen at 9 a.m. on Thursday
May 17
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.
May 19
6:15 to 7:45 p.m.
PC Users Group
Meet with other personal computer users to share problems and solutions. Topic: Ten Good Computer Habits
May 20
4 to 6 p.m.
Apple Computer Class- Using the Four Main Principles of Design
This class will introduce you to the four main principles of design and how they apply to everything you will ever create. We will look at how the principles of design can be applied to PowerPoint presentations, postcards, fliers, business cards and even websites. For the hands-on portion, we will create a flier that will engage your audience and emphasize your message. We will talk in detail about how to select colors, images, and fonts for our projects. If you have a flier or handout you want to improve, please bring it with you.
In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk
May 20
6 p.m.
Just Released Feature Film
The Monuments Men
An unlikely World War II platoon is tasked to rescue art masterpieces from Nazi thieves and return them to their owners. Snack bags and beverages will be served. Rated PG-13
Stars: George Clooney, Matt Damon, Bill Murray
May 21
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Italian Culture Group
Meet with others interested in reviewing Italian learned in the Italian class and those interested in learning more about Italian art, music ,architecture, history, lifestyles.
May 21
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
iPad: Search Engines and Web Browsers
Safari isn’t the only way to surf the Internet on the iPad. Join us to explore alternative browsers like Chrome, Atomic($), Mobicip($), Coast, Photon($) and search engines like Yahoo, Bing, and Google.
Be sure you have your Apple ID and password. (Required prior to class)
In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
May 21
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Romance Book Club
Third Wednesday of each month. Title for May: Gone With The Wind by Margaret Mitchell
A limited number of books are available upon registration.
Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
May 26
9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Memorial Day
Library closed
Reopen at 9 a.m. May 27
May 28
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
iPad: Blogger
Create your own blog using Google’s Blogger App.
Be sure you have your Apple ID and password. (Required prior to class)
In-Person Class. Register by calling 609-967-7155 or stopping by the circulation desk.
May 28
5:45 to 7:45 p.m.
Scrabble
Word play with no registration necessary.
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 is one of only three libraries in New Jersey to receive the 5-Star designation six times since 2009. The library is located at 235 32nd 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.