January 2012 Adult Programs at the Washington Township Public Library

Washington Twp. Public Library, 37 E. Springtown Rd., Long Valley, NJ

908-876-3596

JANUARY 2012 ADULT PROGRAMS

Got a Kindle over the Holidays! Now What?

Wednesday, January 11, 2012 at 7 p.m.

Brian S. Friedlander, Ph.D., will explore how to get started with your e-reader. What different things you and your kids can do with it. Participants will have the opportunity to look at eReading devices such as the Kindle Keyboard, Kindle Touch and Kindle Fire and what they have they have to offer the reader.

Losing Weight the Healthy Way
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 7 p.m.

Marian Carroll, Holistic Health Coach, will help you turn your New Year's resolution into a reality. Learn how to make small, gradual changes in your diet that are sustainable. You will be healthier, feel great and your weight will stabilize as well.

Financial Strategies during a job transition
Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at 7 p.m.

Things to do right away, after a few months or in the long term managing cash flow and cash reserves/re-creating your pay check, other benefits like unemployment, health benefits/COBRA, other types of insurance, retirement plan options, Q&A session

Friends of the Library Girls Night Out Movie
Friday, January 20, 2012 at 7 p.m.

Adults join us for a lite snack and a preview of a Chick Flick - door prize.

Lunch n Learn – Monday, January 23, 2012 starting at noon – Topic to be announced.

Qi Gong for Weight Loss
Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 7 p.m.

Virginia E. Mills, Acupuncturist, will present a program on the Oriental Medicine theory of  food energetics . A demonstration of Qi Gong (energy exercises) for weight loss will follow.  Participants should wear loose clothing.  For additional information, contact Tao of Chi, LLC at 908-852-2260; TaoChiLLC@comcast.net, or www.TaoChi.abmp.com 

Reinventing Me: How to Succeed in the American Workplace?
Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 7 p.m.

For decades we have witnessed the export of American manufacturing and blue collar jobs, and now we see the export of white collar jobs.  Business has instant access to knowledge workers around the world.  American workers require linear and creative skills to bring high value to their jobs.  People of all ages are returning to school; retraining for new jobs; improving their talent; and preparing themselves for the new age of innovation. Neil Cooper, certified business and leadership coach, will discuss the new knowledge and skill set required for success in business today.  This workshop is for everyone who wants to know how to succeed at their career in the 21st century. 

Carbon Nation Film Screening and Discussion
Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at 6:30 p.m.
Carbon nation is a documentary movie about climate change SOLUTIONS. Even if you doubt the severity of the impact of climate change or just don't buy it at all, this is still a compelling and relevant film that illustrates how SOLUTIONS to climate change also address other social, economic and national security issues. You'll meet a host of entertaining and endearing characters along the way.

Call the Library at 908-876-3596 or go to www.wtpl.org

and sign up for the above programs under adult activities.