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Live Theater: Ovid's Metamorphoses
7pm - 7:45pm Thu Jun, 27
Community Rm A B
How did the world begin? Why does a voice echo back to you when you shout in a canyon? Why do you see your reflection in still water? Does someone control your destiny? These and other essential questions of humanity have been the inspiration of legends and myths for centuries. In Ovid's Metamorphoses, the myths of Ancient Greece come vividly to life with a collection of tales of gods and mortals, romance and revenge, hope and rebirth. From the origin of Echo to the ill-fated choices of Midas, audiences will revel in famous and lesser-known tales that have shaped a culture.
Based on Ted Hughe's Tales of Ovid, this production is presented by The Shakepeare Theatre of New Jersey's Next Stage Ensemble. For over 20 years, the Next Stage Ensemble has fostered the work of early-career actors and directors as part of the Summer Professional Training Program. One of several outreach programs offered by The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, the Next Stage Ensemble brings the thrill of a live performance to audiences of all ages throughout New Jersey each summer, while enabling young performers to gain valuable experience in classical theatre and ensemble work.
This is an adult program, but elementary-school aged children and older are welcome to attend with an adult. Registration is requested; sign up begins May 15th.
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Movie: 42 - Friday, Jul 26 2013 2:00p
'42' tells the story of two men-the great Jackie Robinson and legendary Brooklyn Dodgers GM Branch Rickey-whose brave stand against prejudice forever changed the world by changing the game of baseball. In 1946, Branch Rickey (Harrison Ford) put himself at the forefront of history when he signed Jackie Robinson (Chadwick Boseman) to the team, breaking Major League Baseball's infamous color line. But the deal also put both Robinson and Rickey in the firing line of the public, the press, and even other players. Facing unabashed racism from every side, Robinson was forced to demonstrate tremendous courage and restraint by not reacting in kind, knowing that any incident could destroy his and Rickey's hopes. Instead, Number 42 let his talent on the field do the talking-ultimately winning over fans and his teammates, silencing his critics, and paving the way for others to follow.
Rated PG-13 for thematic content including language; 128 minutes. Registration is requested; sign up begins June 15th.
Computer Class: Intro to MS Excel 2007 - Monday, Aug 5 2013 10:30a
Learn the
basics of this popular software program designed for storing, organizing
and manipulating data. This class will discuss the parts of a
spreadsheet, including columns, rows and cells. Participants will learn
to manipulate data using basic formulas and formatting. You must be able
to use a mouse and be familiar with basic
computer concepts such as opening, closing, and resizing windows before taking this class.
Class size is limited and
registration is required; sign up begins June 15th.
Concert: Mozart the Boy Wonder - Wednesday, Jul 31 2013 7:00p
A string quartet comprised of members of the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra (NJSO) will present selections to trace Mozart's development from child prodigy to master composer, while demonstrating the ingenious techniques that define his musical style.
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart is not only one of the world's most beloved composers, but he is also one of the youngest to ever put his quill to manuscript. Under the tutelage of his father, Leopold, Wolfgang learned to write symphonies, operas and chamber music before he learned to shave! He also matured rapidly as a composer, writing some of the classical era's most progressive and influential works.
Resources for Education And Community Harmony (REACH) is an outreach program of the NJSO designed to bring the excitement of live music to all of New Jersey's diverse communities. With the orchestra's overall mission in mind, this program was created in 1998 to engage our communities by offering original programs created by, and featuring, members of the NJSO.
Registration is required; sign up begins June 15th. Please plan to arrive on time, as latecomers will not be guaranteed seating.
Concert: Tropical Beat Steel Band - Wednesday, Aug 7 2013 7:00p
The members of Tropical Beat Steel Band have performed with groups from Santana to the famous Trinidadian ESSO and Texaco Steel Bands at many of the largest venues and festivals in the world. With the ability to play a variety of Caribbean music including Calypso Band, Soca Dance Hall, Reggae and Salsa, the Tropical Beat Steel Band is appreciated by people of all ages and cultural backgrounds.
Registration is required; sign up begins June 15th. Please plan to arrive on time as latecomers will not be guaranteed seating.
Job Search: Interviewing for Success - Monday, Jul 15 2013 7:00p
This session focuses on the 3 major types
of interviews; the networking, telephone and face-to-face interviews.
After reviewing the flow of an interview session and discussing
behavioral questioning, the participants will have an opportunity to
practice an interview. The session will allow time for the participants
to assess their job skills and develop behavioral examples of these. A
portion of the program will deal with the power of networking and
developing an 'Elevator Pitch' to use with networking contacts. Valuable
resources will be provided.
Presenter Nancy Anderson is a solution-driven training &
development leader with over 25 years experience in Human Resources,
Learning & Development and relationship management in the
pharmaceutical, finance and insurance industries.
Registration is required; sign up begins June 15th.
Concert: Homegrown String Band - Wednesday, Jul 17 2013 7:00p
America's premier purveyor of family style original & neo-traditional acoustic American roots music, The Homegrown String Band is a high energy 21st century incarnation of the traditional family band. This quartet of acoustic musicians from Rocky Point, NY, utilizes unique instrumentation (guitar, clawhammer-style banjo, fiddle, mountain dulcimer, mandolin, banjo-ukulele, harmonica, jawharp, doumbek, and tambourine), percussive flatfoot dancing, and many varied musical influences to take their audiences on a rollicking ride through the sounds of American music. Their repertoire consists of traditional and original music inspired by the rural string bands that recorded during the 1920s and 30s, as well all the great American roots music that followed.
The Homegrown String Band, which was
literally homegrown, consists of Georgianne and Rick Jackofsky and their
two daughters, Erica and Annalee. This family that plays together was
featured in the Library's 2010 summer concert series, and returns for an
encore performance.
Registration is required; sign up begins June 15th. Please plan to arrive on time, as latecomers are not guaranteed seating.
Concert: Chuck Lambert - Wednesday, Jul 24 2013 7:00p
The Chuck Lambert Band is a powerhouse blues band. While drawing upon the influences of many Blues genres, such as Chicago and Texas-style blues and Kansas City jump, they also inject an original perspective into their performances.
Playing the blues for over 40 years, Chuck Lambert complements his fiery guitar playing with compelling vocals. Chuck delivers string after string of blues 'bullets,' but he can also sound as soft as an acoustic 12-string guitar.
Chuck has led the band as they opened for popular artists, (such as Little Feat and Kenny Wayne Shepard), performed in popular places (such as NJPAC and The Count Basie Theatre) and performed at many, many festivals over the years.
Registration is required; sign up begins June 15th. Please plan to arrive on time, as latecomers are not guaranteed seating.
Computer Class: Intro to MS Word 2007 - Monday, Jul 8 2013 10:30a
Learn the
basics of this popular word processing program. This class will cover:
creating a new document, typing and formatting text, and saving a
document.
You must be able to use a mouse and be familiar with basic
computer concepts such as opening, closing, and resizing windows.
Class size is limited and registration is required; sign up today!
Movie: Oz, The Great and Powerful - Friday, Jul 12 2013 2:00p
Disney's fantastical adventure 'Oz The Great and Powerful,' directed by Sam Raimi, imagines the origins of L. Frank Baum's beloved wizard character. When Oscar Diggs (James Franco), a small-time circus magician with dubious ethics, is hurled away from dusty Kansas to the vibrant Land of Oz, he thinks he's hit the jackpot-fame and fortune are his for the taking-that is until he meets three witches, Theodora (Mila Kunis), Evanora (Rachel Weisz) and Glinda (Michelle Williams), who are not convinced he is the great wizard everyone's been expecting. Reluctantly drawn into the epic problems facing the Land of Oz and its inhabitants, Oscar must find out who is good and who is evil before it is too late. Putting his magical arts to use through illusion, ingenuity-and even a bit of wizardry-Oscar transforms himself not only into the great wizard but into a better man as well.
Rated PG for sequences of action and scary images, and brief mild language; 127 minutes. This is an adult program, but school-age children are welcome to attend if accompanied by an adult at all times. Registration is requested; sign up begins June 15th.
Computer Class: MS Word 2007_Tables - Monday, Jul 15 2013 10:30a
In this class you will learn how to create, update, and format text by using tables. This is an intermediate level class and you must already have basic computer skills including using a mouse, creating and saving files, cutting & pasting, and downloading files from the internet to save onto the desktop.
Class size is limited and registration is required; sign up begins June 15th.
Computer Class: Internet Basics - Monday, Jul 1 2013 10:30a
This class will include a brief history and description of what the internet is and how to navigate it using a web browser.
We will do some basic searching and learn what makes up a good website.
You are expected to know how to use a mouse before taking this class.
Class size is limited; and registration is required, sign up today.
Job Search: Creating a Winning Cover Letter & Resume - Wednesday, Jun 19 2013 7:00p
'Creating a Winning Cover Letter & Resume' will provide the tools needed to design a specific, focused resume and accompanying cover letter.
In Part 1 of the session, the participants will have an opportunity to design their resumes and cover letters based upon their job skills, transferable skills and competencies. They will also learn how to match their skill set with those identified in job listings. Part 2 of the session looks at the various types of resume and discusses the positive and negative aspects of each.
Attendees will receive further resources to assist with their job search at home.
Presenter Nancy Anderson is a
solution-driven training & development leader with over 25 years
experience in Human Resources, Learning & Development and
relationship management in the pharmaceutical, finance and insurance
industries.
Registration is required; sign up begins May 15th.
Movie: Quartet - Friday, Jun 28 2013 2:00p
Beecham House is abuzz. The rumor circling the halls is that the home for retired musicians is soon to play host to a new resident. Word is, it's a star. For Reginald Paget (Tom Courtenay), Wilfred Bond (Billy Connolly) and Cecily Robson (Pauline Collins) this sort of talk is par for the course at the gossipy home. But they're in for a special shock when the new arrival turns out to be none other than their former singing partner, Jean Horton (Maggie Smith). Her subsequent career as a star soloist, and the ego that accompanied it, split up their long friendship and ended her marriage to Reggie, who takes the news of her arrival particularly hard. Can the passage of time heal old wounds? And will the famous quartet be able to patch up their differences in time for Beecham House's gala concert?
Rated PG-13 for brief strong language and suggestive humor; 97 minutes.
Registration is requested; sign up begins May 15th.
Concert: Nostalgia 5 - Wednesday, Jul 10 2013 7:00p
Nostalgia Five is a vocal group that's taking doo wop acappella singing to the next level. First formed in South Philadelphia in 1979, Nostalgia Five came together through the efforts of bass singer Pete Siciliano and four other seasoned doo wop singers. Pete, himself, had been singing since 1954, having founded and recorded with the Philly group, the Illusions. In the 1980's and 1990's. Nostalgia Five established themselves as one of the premier Philly acappella doo wop groups, recording a vinyl album (Philly radio personality Jerry Blavat was their manager) and two CD's. The original Nostalgia Five group broke up in 1993, but Pete Siciliano was not through singing.
Pete continued harmonizing with different groups and in 2011, recruited some of Philly's most talented doo wop singers to restart Nostalgia Five. Now added to the group are Michael Impriano from 49th Street, Ted Ziffer, one of the original Chessmen and John Squillaciotti, previously with the Exotics and Street Corner Five.
In many ways, the new Nostalgia Five is even better than the original group. As demonstrated in their latest CD, "No Need To Apologize," the group easily transcends street corner harmonies to more complex melodies and expanded chords, with a touch of modern harmony. The group's repertoire easily flows from doo wop standards like the Cadillacs' "Please Be My Girlfriend" and the Moonglows' "Ten Commandments of Love" to the Ravens' "Love Is The Thing" and Billy Eckstine's "I Apologize".
Please plan to arrive early, as latecomers will not be guaranteed a seat. Registration is required; sign begins June 15th.
Live Theater: Ovid's Metamorphoses - Thursday, Jun 27 2013 7:00p
How did the world begin? Why does a voice echo back to you when you shout in a canyon? Why do you see your reflection in still water? Does someone control your destiny? These and other essential questions of humanity have been the inspiration of legends and myths for centuries. In Ovid's Metamorphoses, the myths of Ancient Greece come vividly to life with a collection of tales of gods and mortals, romance and revenge, hope and rebirth. From the origin of Echo to the ill-fated choices of Midas, audiences will revel in famous and lesser-known tales that have shaped a culture.
Based on Ted Hughe's Tales of Ovid, this production is presented by The Shakepeare Theatre of New Jersey's Next Stage Ensemble. For over 20 years, the Next Stage Ensemble has fostered the work of early-career actors and directors as part of the Summer Professional Training Program. One of several outreach programs offered by The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, the Next Stage Ensemble brings the thrill of a live performance to audiences of all ages throughout New Jersey each summer, while enabling young performers to gain valuable experience in classical theatre and ensemble work.
This is an adult program, but elementary-school aged children and older are welcome to attend with an adult. Registration is requested; sign up begins May 15th.
2013 “Little Buddies” application deadline EXTENDED!!
Attention everyone!!
We have MANY eager Teen volunteers that are looking forward to helping young readers improve their reading skills through paired reading in our Reading Buddies Program this summer. The program is open to independent readers entering 1st – 4th grade!
The deadline to apply for the “Little Buddy” participants HAS BEEN . . . → Read More: 2013 “Little Buddies” application deadline EXTENDED!!
2013 Teen Summer Reading Program – “Beneath the Surface”
Hello everyone and welcome to another summer with FTPL! The 2013 NJ Summer Reading Program has begun. The Teen theme this summer is “Beneath the Surface,” and young adults ages 12 – 18 are eligible to sign up. Register online at www.franklintwp.org (summer reading tab) anytime between June 15th and August 15th to participate.
. . . → Read More: 2013 Teen Summer Reading Program – “Beneath the Surface”
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