Computer Explorations
Wednesday, June 13
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Hilton Branch – Get the help YOU need! For beginner computer users. We’ll help you with documents, email, Internet, photos, social media etc.
The instructor will help with YOUR specific needs. Drop in. No registration needed.
Overlook Van Screenings
Wednesday, June 13
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Find out if you are at risk for a variety of conditions with these FREE screenings. Educational materials and individual counseling is also provided. Bone Density screening and Men’s Health educational materials will be offered. Drop in. No appointment needed.
Read Around the World: Uganda
Wednesday, June 13
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Main Library – This month’s title is Kintu by Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi. Kintu is a multilayered narrative that reimagines the history of Uganda through the cursed bloodline of the Kintu clan, as they seek to break from the burden of their shared past and reconcile the inheritance of tradition and the modern world that is their future.
Our Read Around the World book club meets once a month to discuss titles from foreign locales. All titles are available from Maplewood Library or through the BCCLS consortium. No registration needed.

Great Ancient African Civilizations
Saturday, February 23
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Main Library
Through curated film clips, explore ancient African civilizations. Learn about the empires, people and cultures that have made their mark on history. A discussion will follow, facilitated by Tom Puryear, M.S., an enthusiast in ancient African civilizations and the evolution of mankind. With a special performance by the Maria Priadka School of Dance.
Presented by Maplewood Library and NAACP Oranges and Maplewood Unit.

Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, February 25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch
The Personal Power Pyramid
Using the pyramid as a metaphor, we explore how to integrate four important focuses for everyone in transition:• professional development • new tools • new people • well-being. With Marc Strano, President/Lead Consultant, SHIFT Leadership Development LLC.
Network with other professionals who are between jobs or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings include guest speakers and career workshops.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, February 25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Brain Games: Keep Your Mind Sharp
Wednesday, February 27
2:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Hilton Branch
This interactive presentation will emphasize the importance of keeping your brain — the “master computer”– healthy. Learn routine maintenance activities you can do on a daily basis to help keep this master organ in its best working order, especially as you age. Discover games and exercises to stimulate different areas of your brain and keep memory strong. Diet, physical exercise and proper rest will also be covered. Presented by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey.

Chef Jesse Talk & Tasting
Thursday, February 28
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Hilton Branch
Maplewood’s favorite Chef Jesse Jones is loved by locals and celebrities alike for his modern approach to southern cooking, taking traditional dishes and making them his own. He’ll share techniques and tips and talk about his recent demo at the famed Southern Food & Beverage Museum in New Orleans, followed by a tasting of his inspired Seafood Creole Soup. Copies of Chef Jesse’s cookbook and memoir Pow! My Life in 40 Feasts will be available for sale.

Read Around the World (Brazil)
Wednesday, March 6
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library
Our March title is The Invisible Life of Euridice Gusmao by Martha Batalha,
a wildly inventive, wickedly funny and keenly observed tale of two sisters who, surrounded by a cast of unforgettable characters, assert their independence and courageously carve a path of their own in 1940s Rio de Janeiro.

Read Around the World: Brazil
Wednesday, March 6
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library – This month’s title is The invisible life of Euridice Gusmao by Martha Batalha.
Our Read Around the World book club meets once a month to discuss titles from foreign locales. All titles are available from Maplewood Library or through the BCCLS consortium. No registration needed.

Coding for Moms (and other grownups)
Thursday, March 7
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library
It’s not just for your kids! Here’s your chance to learn about programming in a relaxed and non-intimidating setting. See what all the buzz is about and find out how much fun hands-on coding can be. Open to new and returning participants. Babes in arms ok. No registration needed.

Yarn & Fiber Arts Group
Saturday, March 9
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library
A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome!

Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, March 11
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch
Smart Steps to Take in Your Career Search
with Terrence Seamon Leadership and Career Transition Consultant
Network with other professionals who are between jobs or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings include guest speakers and career workshops.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, March 11
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Unsung Spaghetti Westerns
Monday, March 11
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Main Library
You know the classics, but this film genre has so much more to offer.
Learn about spaghetti westerns to explore beyond Leone’s overshadowing legacy in cinema. This presentation will cover 10 particular spaghetti westerns and their significance on modern westerns.
These ‘unsung’ westerns have their own unique characters, their own exciting action, and their own western style.

Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group
Thursday, March 14
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Main Library
Our March title is The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen.
The Corrections (2001) revolves around the troubles of an elderly Midwestern couple and their three adult children, tracing their lives from the mid-20th century to “one last Christmas” together near the turn of the millennium.

New Thursday Night Book Group: Classic and Contemporary
Thursday, March 14
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Maplewood Library is pleased to announce Classic and Contemporary, our new book discussion group. The group will be facilitated by Dennis Donahue, Ph.D., former director of the Albert Dorman Honors College at NJIT. Meetings are at 7 pm at Main Library. This month’s title is The Corrections by Jonathan Franzen.
Upcoming titles and dates are as follows. The books can be borrowed from Maplewood Library or requested through the BCCLS consortium with your Maplewood Library card.
April 11: Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert
May 9: In the Midst of Winter by Isabel Allende
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, March 25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, April 8
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Read Around the World: Canada
Wednesday, April 10
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library – This month’s title is Brother by David Chariandy
Our Read Around the World book club meets once a month to discuss titles from foreign locales. All titles are available from Maplewood Library or through the BCCLS consortium. No registration needed.

New Thursday Night Book Group: Classic and Contemporary
Thursday, April 11
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Maplewood Library is pleased to announce Classic and Contemporary, our new book discussion group. The group will be facilitated by Dennis Donahue, Ph.D., former director of the Albert Dorman Honors College at NJIT. Meetings are at 7 pm at Main Library. This month’s title is Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert.
Upcoming titles and dates are as follows. The books can be borrowed from Maplewood Library or requested through the BCCLS consortium with your Maplewood Library card.
May 9: In the Midst of Winter by Isabel Allende
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, April 29
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, May 6
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Read Around the World: Germany
Wednesday, May 8
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library – This month’s title is This house is mine by Doerte Hansen.
Our Read Around the World book club meets once a month to discuss titles from foreign locales. All titles are available from Maplewood Library or through the BCCLS consortium. No registration needed.

New Thursday Night Book Group: Classic and Contemporary
Thursday, May 9
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Maplewood Library is pleased to announce Classic and Contemporary, our new book discussion group. The group will be facilitated by Dennis Donahue, Ph.D., former director of the Albert Dorman Honors College at NJIT. Meetings are at 7 pm at Main Library. This month’s title is In the Midst of Winter by Isabel Allende.
The books can be borrowed from Maplewood Library or requested through the BCCLS consortium with your Maplewood Library card.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, May 20
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, June 3
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Read Around the World: Indonesia
Wednesday, June 5
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library – This month’s title is The birdwoman’s palate by Laksmi Pamuntjak.
Our Read Around the World book club meets once a month to discuss titles from foreign locales. All titles are available from Maplewood Library or through the BCCLS consortium. No registration needed.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, June 17
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Libraries closed for Independence Day
Thursday, July 4
All Day
Both libraries are closed for Independence Day
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, July 8
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, July 22
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, August 5
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, August 19
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, September 9
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Read Around the World: Algeria
Wednesday, September 11
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library – This month’s title is The Meursault Investigation by Kamel Daoud.
Our Read Around the World book club meets once a month to discuss titles from foreign locales. All titles are available from Maplewood Library or through the BCCLS consortium. No registration needed.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, September 23
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Read Around the World: Chile
Wednesday, October 2
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library – This month’s title is In the distance with you by Carla Guelfenbein.
Our Read Around the World book club meets once a month to discuss titles from foreign locales. All titles are available from Maplewood Library or through the BCCLS consortium. No registration needed.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, October 7
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Libraries closed for Columbus Day
Monday, October 14
All Day
Both libraries are closed for Columbus Day.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, October 21
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, November 4
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Read Around the World: Lebanon
Wednesday, November 6
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library – This month’s title is An unnecessary woman by Rabih Alameddine.
Our Read Around the World book club meets once a month to discuss titles from foreign locales. All titles are available from Maplewood Library or through the BCCLS consortium. No registration needed.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, November 18
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Day before Thanksgiving-Both libraries close at 1:00
Wednesday, November 27
1:00 pm
Day before Thanksgiving-Both libraries close at 1:00

Libraries closed for Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 28
All Day
Both libraries are closed for Thanksgiving.

Libraries closed for Thanksgiving holiday
Friday, November 29
All Day
Both libraries are closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, December 2
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Read Around the World: Haiti
Wednesday, December 11
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library – This month’s title is Mouths don’t speak by Katia D. Ulysse.
Our Read Around the World book club meets once a month to discuss titles from foreign locales. All titles are available from Maplewood Library or through the BCCLS consortium. No registration needed.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, December 16
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2019 Meeting Dates: January 14 & 28; February 11 & 25; March 11 & 25; April 8 & 29; May 6 & 20; June 3 & 17; July 8 & 22; August 5 & 19; September 9 & 23; October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16

Christmas Eve
Tuesday, December 24
1:00 pm
Main Library will close at 1:00 for Christmas Eve. Hilton Branch is closed.

Both Libraries Closed for Christmas
Wednesday, December 25
All Day
Both libraries closed for Christmas.

New Year’s Eve
Tuesday, December 31
1:00 pm
Main Library will close at 1:00 for New Year’s Eve. Hilton Branch is closed.