Teen Program: Movies & More
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Monday, May 2, 6:00pm Students in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for a free screening of Big Hero 6 (rated PG). Refreshments will be served! Please RSVP to the children's librarian at 908-454-3712
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The Pinochle Club will meet in the Community Room every other Friday from 12:30 - 2:30, beginning May 6th. All adults are welcome to join. Call 908-454-3712 to sign up, or register online!
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Friends of PFPL Program: Dynamics of Mental Health in the Family
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Wednesday, May 11, 7:00pm 1 in 5 adults experiences a mental health condition every year. 1 in 20 lives with a serious mental illness such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. In addition to the person directly experiencing mental illness, family, friends and communities are also affected. Living with mental illness can put family members under unusual stress. It is important that the family find sources of information that help them to understand how the illness affects their loved one. It is also imperative that the family find sources of support for themselves.
NAMI Warren County presents, "Dynamics of Mental Health in the Family," at the Phillipsburg Free Public Library. Covering elements on how to manage stress, families will learn how to identify resources that can help with relieving the stress and some helpful methods on how to do it on a daily basis. This event is free and open to the public.
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Ongoing Events for Adults
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Adult Coloring Workshop Tuesday, May 17, 7:00pm Get started with this intriguing hobby at our monthly workshop series. Our presenter, Judi Painter, has trained at the Baum Art Institute in Allentown and the Banana Factory in Bethlehem. Under her guidance you will learn that coloring is definitely not just for kids anymore! There is no cost to participate. Coloring tools, coloring pages and paper will be available for use. Feel free to bring your own supplies if preferred.
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Book Forum Wednesday, May 18, 1:30pm
The book club with no assigned reading. Share light refreshments and talk about whatever you have been reading lately.
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Film Screening: Steve Jobs Thursday, May 19, 7:00pm This incisive biographical drama written by Aaron Sorkin (The West Wing) explores the genius and shortcomings of computing guru Steve Jobs (Michael Fassbender) through the lens of three product launches. R; 122 minutes; 2015 The public is invited to stay for a brief discussion after the film. All films in this series are recommended for adults. For more information, call the library at 908-454-3712. Partial funding is provided by the Warren County Cultural and Heritage Commission. Movie License # 196808001
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Happy Bookers Discussion: The World's Strongest Librarian by Josh Hanagarne Wednesday, May 25, 7:00pm Josh Hanagarne is a remarkable man. He is a librarian, a follower of the Mormon faith, has Tourette's syndrome, and can deadlift 600 pounds. In this moving memoir, Hanagarne shows his readers what it is like to live with a severe form of Tourette's and how, with patience, love, and support from his family, he was able to build a rich, full life. With the onset of Tourette's, Hanagarne found a source of joy and delight and a welcome escape in books. He chronicles the increasing severity of his Tourette's, which forces him to leave his Mormon mission early and affects his pursuit of higher education. Hanagarne is open about his struggles, from his questioning of his faith, through the difficulties in his marriage, to his dogged determination to challenge himself to persevere and become a librarian. Throughout, his optimism and amusing, self-deprecating sense of humor shine through Multiple copies of the book are available for reserve. See the Happy Bookers website for more information.
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PFPL Writers Group Thursday, May 26, 7:00pm Do you have a story to tell?
Join the PFPL Writers Group!
We welcome all levels of writers from beginner to published professionals. We'll discuss fiction, poetry, nonfiction (including memoir), and more. Bring your ideas, a notebook, and your magic pen! Call the library at 908-454-3712 to sign up, or register online!
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Sybil exposed : the extraordinary story behind the famous multiple personality caseby Debbie NathanDocuments the stories of the three women behind the famous multiple-personality-disorder case, contending that a large portion of the story was fabricated by a willing patient, her psychiatrist and an ambitious journalist who took advantage of a public that was psychologically primed to believe their claims. Selected by Deb Messling, Library Director
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The Martianby Andy WeirStranded on Mars by a dust storm that compromised his space suit and forced his crew to leave him behind, astronaut Watney struggles to survive in spite of minimal supplies and harsh environmental challenges that test his ingenuity in unique ways. Selected by Stephanie, Reference Librarian
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After Annie : a novelby Michael TuckerA first novel by the actor best known for his performances on LA Law finds celebrity Herbie Aaron bereft by the cancer death of his wife until his natural cantankerous charisma reasserts itself, leading to relationships with a beautiful bartender and a tough-talking golf pro. Selected by Norma, Circulation Staff
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Find her : a novelby Lisa GardnerRequesting the assistance of a survivor of an extended abduction experience who has become obsessed with the cases of girls who never made it home, Boston detective D. D. Warren becomes suspicious of the woman's agenda upon discovering her relationships with other victims. Selected by Lori, Circulation Staff
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Flawlessby Heather GrahamInheriting the New York City pub that has been in her family for generations, criminal psychologist and vigilante Kieran Finnegan clashes with FBI agent Craig Frasier during a jewelry store heist when she secretly returns a gem stolen by her brother. By the New York Times best-selling author of the Krewe of Hunters series. Selected by Barbara, Technical Services
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Darknessby Karen RobardsThe best-selling author of Hush and Haunted presents a latest novel of romantic suspense. Selected by Valerie, Circulation Staff
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Please look after mom : a novelby Kyæong-suk SinAn American release of an award-winning South Korean best-seller follows the efforts of a family to find the mother who went missing from Seoul Station and their sobering realizations when they recall memories that suggest she may not have been happy. Selected by Mariola, Circulation Staff
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The obsessionby Nora RobertsYears after discovering her father's predatory double life, successful photographer Naomi Bowes struggles to hide her painful past from her fellow residents in a community thousands of miles away, a situation that introduces her to a new relationship and forces her to confront her demons. Selected by Louise, Children's Librarian
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The return of the witchby Paula BrackstonAfter the warlock, Gideon, captures the witch, Tegan, Elizabeth must try to find the girl she has come to regard as her own daughter. By the New York Times best-selling author of The Witch's Daughter. Selected by Maureen, Circulation Staff
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