Librarian Susan Fichtelberg, Author-Illustrator Eric Velasquez, Librarian Patty Brennan, Children's Staff Member Cassie Southard and Head of Children's Services Nancy O'Grady.
Tomie dePaola, Jon Szieszka (founder of Guys Read), a visit from Eric Velazquez, David Shannon, and Roald Dahl have all been featured authors at WPL this fall in a series of childrens' author programs. The work of Nikki Grimes will be celebrated on Monday, October 15, 4:00 pm at Fords Branch Library. For these programs and more, visit our online calendar.
Scroll down for information and registration links regarding this week's Social Security and Medicare workshops.
Snapshot Day 2018 will be occurring at libraries across the state of New Jersey--WPL will participate on October 17th. This event is intended to capture the impact that libraries have on their communities using statistics, photos, and stories from patrons.

If you have a story to share, please send an e-mail (and images if you have them) to Najea Grimes at ngrimes@woodbridgelibrary.org.
News from Friends
Visit the Main Library for your next culture pass, courtesy of the Friends of the Library. Most Museum Passes circulate like a book for five days. Check our new catalog for availability of passes.
Click HERE for information about the benefits of becoming a Friend of Woodbridge Public Library.
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Broaden your horizon-- Click here to take a look at computer class at Woodbridge Public Library . Classes are offered on a rotating basis, and include a choice of morning, afternoon or evening for your convenience. Register on-line here .
Henry Inman Monday Movie
Dark Shadows (2012)
Monday, October 15, 2:00 PM
Henry Inman Branch Meeting Room

An 18th-century vampire returns to his mansion after being entombed for 200 years, only to find his estate in ruins and his family plagued by macabre secrets. 

This program is offered with generous support of the Friends of the Library.
Darkest Hour (2017)
Friday, October 19, 2:00 PM
Main Library Meeting Room

In May 1940, the fate of Western Europe hangs on British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, who must decide whether to negotiate with Adolf Hitler, or fight on knowing that it could mean a humiliating defeat for Britain and its empire.

PG-13 | 2h 5min | Biography, Drama, History 

This program is offered with generous support of the Friends of the Library.
Maximize Your Social Security Benefits
Monday, October 15, 7:00 PM
Main Library Meeting Room

Learn the history of Social Security, how the system is funded, how to become eligible for benefits, eligibility for receiving benefits, how payment amounts are calculated, and options to maximize benefits. Speaker Andy Panko, Retirement Income Certified Professional (“RICP®”) and Certified Financial Planner, will cover relevant current events as it relates to Social Security.
 
Registration is required for this event. Please call 732-634-4450 or  register here .
Medicare Workshop
Tuesday, October 16, 7:00 pm
Main Library Meeting Room

Justin Lubenow and Michael Salum of  Senior Advisors will present a free Medicare workshop open to all. Please register  here. Bring your questions--which might include:

What's Changed?
What are the 5 Biggest Mistakes Made by Most Medicare Beneficiaries.
Original Medicare versus Medicare Advantage Plans.
How do Medicare Supplement Policies Work?
How do Medicare Prescription Drug programs work?
When must you sign-up for Medicare to avoid late enrollment penalties and coverage gaps?
Volunteer Hours for
Young Adult Book Reviews

You asked, we listened. For those in need of more community service hours, you now have another option! Here’s how it works:

  • You read a book at least 100 pages in length.
  • You fill out the form we provide in the library, which includes information about the book, and a 1.5-page review (I.e., Half of the front and the entire back of the page) of the book. 
  • Turn the form in--we give you one hour of community service for every 100 pages read. So if you read a 374-page book, you get three hours.


That’s it. It’s easy! 
Many of our programs do not require registration, but kindly click on the flyers and links to register for programs on-line or call the library locations to ensure that space is available.
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Evening Preschool Storytime
Tuesday, October 16, 7:00 PM
Fords Branch Library Meeting Room

A Preschool Evening Storytime for children ages 2-5 and an accompanying adult, consisting of stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, sign language and a craft. No registration is required for Woodbridge Township residents. For further information you can visit the Fords Branch Library in-person or call 732-726-7071, ext. 7200.

Family Math Games
Wednesday, October 17, 7:00 PM
Iselin Branch Meeting Room

Who knew math could be so much fun?
Lots of fun math games to enjoy with your family, limited spots available. :O)

Registration is required for Woodbridge Township residents and begins 2 weeks before the program. Register online , in-person or by phone by calling 732-726-7073, x7220.

More Programs for Lifelong Learning
Woodbridge Libraries Are Now Members of
Reciprocal Borrowing Group MURAL
Woodbridge Township library cards are accepted in nearly fifty Middlesex and Union County libraries to borrow materials. Municipal libraries are generally open to public use, but through the  MUtual Reciprocity Among Libraries Agreement (MURAL), a Woodbridge Township Library card will be welcomed for lending and additional services determined by each library.  More details and contact information are available on the WPL home page.
1081 Green Street, Iselin
732-726-7073
211 Ford Avenue, Fords
732-726-7071
607 Inman Avenue, Colonia
732-726-7072

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1 George Frederick Plaza, Woodbridge
732-634-4450
This e-mail newsletter is a service of Woodbridge Public Library.

Monica F. Eppinger 
Director@woodbridgelibrary.org
Woodbridge Township, NJ

October 14, 2018