The Union Public Library has exciting events planned for adults during the month of January 2019 at both the Main Library (MN) and Vauxhall Branch (VH).
All programs are free and open to the public.
January is all about new beginnings! Be sure to check out all of our programs that will help you start the New Year off right!
Adult Programs at Vauxhall Branch (VH)
Connect, Explore and Discover
Saturday, January 5 from 10-11 a.m.
Join us for Tech Instruction and learn how to download e-books and e-audiobooks from our digital resources using your Union Public Library card.
WCEC Presents: Perfect Your Elevator Pitch
Monday, January 7 from 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Presented by Women’s Center for Entrepreneurship Corporation, this a great opportunity for business owners, executives or employees at any level who want to strengthen their skills at speaking in front of other people. Advance registration required, please call 908-851-5451 to sign up.
Family Prize Bingo
Saturday, January 12 from 3-4 p.m.
Join us for a fun afternoon of bingo. Meet new friends and win cool prizes. Register in advance.
Dinner and a Movie Night for Adults
Monday, January 14 from 6:30-8:15 p.m.
Join us for this romantic comedy about a woman who is surprised to learn her fiancé is extremely rich. Bring your dinner and we’ll supply the popcorn! Please call the library for the exact title.
Adult Vision Board: Manifesting Your Dreams/Goals
Wednesday, January 16 from 1:15-3:15 p.m.
Need help following through on your New Year’s resolutions? Come learn how to create a vision board, a tool that can help you identify clear, obtainable short and long term goals and motivate you to succeed in aspects of life such as wealth, career, relationships, travel and health. Advance registration required, please call 908-851-5451 to sign up.
Hilton Readers Book Club
Monday, January 28 at 6 p.m.
This month members will be discussing “Black Book” by James Patterson. New members always welcome. Please contact the library to receive a copy of the book.
Keep This Toss That: A Clutter-Free New Year
Wednesday, January 30 from 1:15-3:15 p.m.
Jamie Novak, a professional home organizer with over 20 years experience and author of several books on the subject, will speak about how to organize and de-clutter your home for a fresh start in the New Year. Advance registration required, please call 908-851-5451 to sign up.
Tai Chi Free Exercise Program: Tuesdays in January
First session: 12:30-1:15 p.m.
Second session: 1:30-2:15 p.m.
For mature adults. Wear sneakers and comfortable clothing. Advance registration required, please call 908-851-5451 to sign up.
The Vauxhall Branch Library is located at 123 Hilton Avenue, Vauxhall, NJ 07088. For additional information please call the library at (908) 851-5451, or find us on the web at www.uplnj.org.
Adult Programs at Union Public Library (MN)
Meditation
Thursdays in January 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Relax and unwind in our ever popular meditation class.
Shoprite of Union: Healthy Eating for the New Year
Tuesday, January 8 from 11:30-12:30 p.m.
Shoprite Dietitian Megan Hewitt will speak about healthy eating information while also offering free food samples. Advance registration required, please call 908-851-5451 to sign up.
Riskonomics 101 Seminar
Tuesday, January 8 from 7-8 p.m.
Come attend this financial seminar to learn about your retirement income needs, strategies for generating income to meet those needs, how to make sure you do not outlive your retirement assets, the biggest risks facing retirees today, the most common retirement pitfalls, and how to take retirement distributions.
Chair Exercise
Wednesday, January 9 from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Wednesday, January 23 from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Start the New Year off right with a gentle and relaxing exercise! No experience necessary.
Writer’s Support Group
Thursday, January 10 from 7-8 p.m.
Are you looking for feedback on the book you’re working on, trying to overcome writer’s block, or trying to figure out your personal writing style? Come join this group of authors and writers whose mission is to encourage, support and promote authorship.
Movie Musicals History Lecture #1: Wartime Musicals
Saturday, January 12 from 2-3 p.m.
In this first installment of a series of lectures about the History of Movie Musicals sponsored by the Friends of the Union Public Library and BCB Bank, Sam and Candy Caponegro, scholars in this subject, will speak about movie musicals created during World War II, a period that includes famous masterpieces such as Yankee Doodle Dandy and Stormy Weather.
Leave ‘Em in Stitches!
Tuesday, January 15 from 7-8 p.m.
Bring your own project(s) and get ready to knit/crochet!
Off the Shelf Book Discussion Group
Thursday, January 17 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
This month members will discuss “Sex On the Moon” by Ben Mezrich. New members always welcome. Please contact the library to receive a copy of the book.
MLK Film Showing
Saturday, January 19 from 2-3:30 p.m.
Join us at the library for a free movie commemorating Martin Luther King, Jr. Doors open at 1:50 p.m. and elevator access is available. Please call the Library for the specific title and more information at (908) 851-5450.
Library Board Meeting
Tuesday, January 22 from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
International Film
Thursday, January 24 from 2 – 4 p.m.
Join us at the library for a free international movie. Doors open at 1:50 p.m. and elevator access is available. Please call the Library for the specific title and more information at (908) 851-5450.
Friends of the Union Public Library Movie Showing: Lies I Told My Little Sister
Thursday, January 24 from 7-8:30 p.m.
Snowdate: Thursday, January 31st from 7-8:30 p.m.
The Friends of the Union Public Library and BCB Bank are hosting a showing of the film Lies I Told My Little Sister, a drama/comedy about family. The film will be followed by complimentary appetizers at El Chingon, the new Tex Mex restaurant at 1996 Morris Ave. in Union, where attendees can enjoy conversation with Jonathan Weisbrod, the film’s writer/producer. Registration for the event is required by January 17th and will be limited to 50 people, 21 and older. Please call (908)-377-7949 to sign up.
Tuesdays @ 2 Movies
January 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 2- 4 p.m.
Join us at the library for free movies. Doors open at 1:50 p.m. and elevator access is available. Please call the Library for specific titles and more information at (908) 851-5450.
Connect Explore & Discover Digital Resources
Friday, January 11 from 2-3 p.m.
Wednesday, January 16 from 2-3 p.m.
Monday, January 28 from 6-7 p.m.
Learn how to download e-books, e-audiobooks, digital magazines, language learning programs, and more using just your Union Public Library card. Please bring your library card and mobile device.
Mobile Aging Kiosk
Tuesday, January 29 from 11:30-1:30 p.m.
Union County’s mobile Aging Service Kiosk (ASK) is designed to provide residents with a convenient, friendly way to find out about services for the aging, and for their families and caregivers. ASK is staffed by professionals with the Division on Aging and Disability Resource Connection of the Union County Department of Human Services.
Jersey Job Club: Master the Art of Networking
Tuesday, January 29 from 3-4:30 p.m.
Join our Career Coach, Deb Warner, to learn tips that will enable you to achieve success with your job search.
Les Malamut Art Gallery
Join us for an exhibition of photography by Adrienne Bednarz. The exhibit will run through February.
The Main Library is located at 1980 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. For additional information call 908-851-5450, or find us on the web at uplnj.org
