| Adult Programs |
|
|
ART BY KAREN LAGRECA ON DISPLAY - through Monday, April 29
A variety of works by textile artist Karen LaGreca will be on display in the library community room through the end of April.
A graduate of Fashion Institute of Technology with a concentration in textile design, Karen has enjoyed a diverse 40-year career designing home furnishing products and working directly with manufacturers. Many of her textures and prints can be found in the halls and rooms of hotels such as Marriott, Hyatt, and Hilton. She has also created a variety of wallcovering collections for residential and commercial markets. Karen later expanded into designing bedding and bath ensembles, carpets, accent rugs, throws, and decorative pillows. A more recent artistic venture has led her to swimming pool liners. Many of her home furnishing designs have been sold in retail companies in the U.S., Canada, and Europe.
Karen has been hard at work with her latest passion - sharing a piece of herself and life's possibilities by creating artwork that comes from her heart and reflects her inner spirit. She founded ACL Galleries in Livingston in 2020. As a new member of the Livingston Arts Association and West Essex Art Association, she enjoys meeting new artists and learning more about their work.
MATINEE MONDAY: FIELD OF DREAMS - Monday, April 22, at 1 pm
Our Monday Matinee series continues with Field of Dreams, a sports fantasy/drama film from 1989. No RSVP needed; guests may bring their own snacks.
APRIL 22 - FIELD OF DREAMS (PG)
APRIL 29 - LALA LAND (PG-13)
MAY 6 - I DON'T KNOW HOW SHE DOES IT (PG-13)
MAY 13 - MAID TO ORDER (PG-13)
MAY 20 - WONKA (PG)
MAY 27 - LIBRARY CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY
No Class on May 1
BASIC ENGLISH FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS - Wednesdays at 6:15-8 pm
Are you just learning how to speak English or want to start learning? Join us for some Basic English Practice Wednesdays from 6:15 to 8 pm. Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Roseland Free Public Library. Limited to six participants - click below to register:
CORRECTED CONVERSATION & PRONUNCIATION OF AMERICAN ENGLISH - Wednesday, April 24, 6:15-8 pm
Are you someone who has learned English as a second language, can speak and understand, but still want to practice grammar, accent reduction, understanding/using idioms, and other related topics? Join language teacher Sharlene Vichness for small group practice sessions on April 3 & 24 in our Quiet Room.
RSVP - APRIL 24
All levels welcome! Whether you are a beginner, seasoned player, or just want to learn how to play chess, head over to the library for an hour of chess every other Thursday in our Quiet Room. For children, teens, and adults. RSVP for CHESS CLUB HERE:
APRIL 25
MAY 2
MAY 16
New Cultural Series
FAMILY EVENT: BUILDING BRIDGES OF CONNECTION - PHILIPPINE EGGSHELL MOSAIC WORKSHOP - Saturday, April 27, 12-2:30 pm
The Roseland Free Public Library is excited to partner with the Folklife Center of Northern NJ to present Building Bridges of Connection, a series of cultural events that aim to share and celebrate traditions from different countries around the world.
Our Building Bridges of Connection series begins with a Philippine music and folk art experience. The Alay Philippine Performing Arts Rondalla, an ensemble of musicians who play the banduria, laud, and octavina, a group of traditional 14-stringed instruments, will perform 12-12:30 pm. There is no RSVP required for those who wish to attend the concert only.
Between 12:30 and 2:30 pm, Philippine eggshell mosaic folk artist Amor Nazario will lead a workshop for all adults and children on how to create eggshell mosaics and embellish them with watercolor paints. Anyone wishing to work on an eggshell mosaic must pre-register.
Individuals OR more than one person (for example, a family, couple, etc) may work on a single mosaic. Please enter ONE REGISTRATION PER MOSAIC, regardless of how many people are in your group or their ages). Children are welcome to join their parents for the project, or they may work by themselves on a mosaic. The recommended age for a child to work solo on their own mosaic is 7 years and up.
Registration is open for 36 mosaic projects - RSVP HERE
The Folklife Center of Northern NJ is a co-sponsored project of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and Passaic County Community College, with additional support from the National Endowment for the Arts.
Hybrid Event
AUTHOR TALK: DOUGLAS BRUNT ON "GENIUS, POWER, AND DECEPTION ON THE EVE OF WORLD WAR I" - Wednesday, May 1, at 3 pm
Watch a virtual conversation at library or from home - with New York Times best-selling author Douglas Brunt will discuss his non-fiction book, The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I. Brunt uncovers the hidden story of Rudolf Diesel, who was one of the world's leading inventors at the time, and his mysterious disappearance on the eve of World War I. REGISTER HERE TO RECEIVE LINK
GLASS VASE PAINTING - Wednesday, May 1, at 6 pm
The Spotted Canvas Studio will come to the library and conduct a glass vase painting workshop for adults on Wednesday, May 1, at 6 pm. All materials provided. RSVP HERE
PHOTOGRAPHY BY LUCY CHUA ON DISPLAY - Friday, May 3 through Saturday, June 22
Opening reception Saturday, May 11, 1-2:30 pm
A collection of photographs by Lucy Chua will be on display in the library community room starting Friday, May 3, through Saturday, June 22. Lucy, who designs and creates user-friendly IT solutions for a living, is also passionate about capturing "unique and memorable moments" through photography.
"At various points in one's life journey, we may think to ourselves, 'Oh! I wish I can stay in this moment forever!' Or, we've been advised to 'slow down and smell the roses.' My images are simple yet uniquely beautiful subjects that speak to the heart and mind. My goal is to inspire joy, encouragement, and hope," she says.
Meet the artist during a reception on Saturday, May 11, from 1 to 2:30 pm.
Hybrid Event
AUTHOR TALK: NINA SIMON PRESENTS "A MURDER MYSTERY, FAMILY STORY & LOVE LETTER TO STRONG WOMEN EVERYWHERE" - Wednesday, May 8, at 2 pm
Watch a virtual conversation at library or from home - listen to author Nina Simon talk about her book, Mother-Daughter Murder Night, a lighthearted whodunit about a grandmother-mother-daughter trio of amateur sleuths. REGISTER HERE TO RECEIVE LINK
KNITTING CIRCLE - Monday, May 13, at 1 pm
Second Monday of Every Month
OTHER UPCOMING 2024 MEETING DATES - SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH:
JUNE 10
Hybrid Event
AUTHOR TALK: REBECCA F. KUANG ON ASIAN AMERICAN REPRESENTATION IN LITERATURE - Tuesday, May 21, at 7 pm
Watch a virtual conversation at library or from home - listen to author Rebecca F. Kuang as she discusses her New York Times best-selling novel, Yellowface. The story grapples with questions of diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation, as well as the alienation fueled by social media. REGISTER HERE TO RECEIVE LINK
LONG-TERM CARE: KNOW YOUR OPTIONS - Wednesday, May 22, at 6:30 pm
Financial advisor Fred Ciccone will present an informative session on long term health care (LTC) planning, services, and costs. The program is suitable for all ages - the earlier a person addresses LTC, the more options they have. LTC involves a variety of services designed to meet individual health/personal care needs when one can no longer independently perform daily living activities. Studies have shown that most adults do not feel prepared to handle the costs of LTC and have not taken steps toward planning for special needs that may arise in the future. RSVP HERE
ROSELAND LIBRARY BOOK CLUB - Wednesday, May 22, at 6:30 pm
Meetings will be held in the library's indoor patio. No RSVP needed.
MAY 22 - BLACK CAKE by CHARMAINE WILKERSON
JUNE 19 - ANITA DE MONTE LAUGHS LAST by XOCHITL GONZALEZ
HEALTH & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
No Class on May 1
BASIC ENGLISH FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS - Wednesdays at 6:15-8 pm
Are you just learning how to speak English or want to start learning? Join us for some Basic English Practice Wednesdays from 6:15 to 8 pm. Proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Roseland Free Public Library. Limited to six participants - click below to register:
