Memoirs of a Geisha, "Read the Book, Watch the Movie", July 19 & July 28

New at the Library! "Read the Book, Watch the Movie". An innovative program whereupon participants will read and discuss a book, and then watch the movie version, at the library, a week or two later. Imagine the fun of comparing the freshly read novel with the movie version!

Book Discussion

Memoirs of a Geisha, by Arthur Golden

Discussion: Thursday, July 19, 7:00PM

This best-selling novel is a fictional autobiography of a geisha in 1930's Japan, from her beginnings as an orphan, her training to become a geisha, her eventual success and fame, to her struggle through the events of World War II, and afterwards.

Movie Showing

Memoirs of a Geisha

Starring Zhang Ziyi & Ken Wantanabe

Saturday, July 28, 1:00PM

Running Time: 145 minutes

Rated PG-13

These programs are free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Are You Heading in the Right Direction? Career and Life Planning Workshop, July 18

-Are you feeling stuck in your career?
-Are you thinking about a career change, but don't know where to start?
-Are you a mom thinking about going back to work?

If the answer to any of these questions is yes, then this workshop is for you!

Join us as professional career counselors Ilans Levitt and Sylvia Hauser help you explore your interests, skills, and personality type, identifying barriers that might interfere with reaching your goals. You will also get tips on developing a compelling, effective resume. Plan to attend this important workshop, which may just turn your life around.

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Wednesday, July 18, 2007, from 7:00-8:30 PM.

Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Yoga for Beginners, 2-part program, July 17 & 24

According to our instructor, Vandana Kareer, Yoga is just about the only form of exercise that is not bound by age, health, or prior physical fitness. It is for everyone! It can enhance and complement all lifestyles. Participants will gain a basic understanding of Yoga and actually feel some benefits after the first session.

Wear comfortable clothing, and bring a mat or large bath towel. It is advisable not to eat for up to an hour before the class. Oh, yes...you can also bring the desire to look and feel good!

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Tuessday, July 17 and Tuesday, July 24, 2007, from 7:00-8:30 PM.

Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Afternoon Movie, June 27, Shall We Dance

The Hillsborough Public Library will be showing Shall We Dance on Wednesday, June 27, at 1:00 pm. Starring Richard Gere, Jennifer Lopez, and Susan Sarandon.

Shall We Dance is another acclaimed crowd-pleaser with a sizzling all-star cast! Richard Gere plays a meek workaholic whose whole life changes when the sight of a beautiful dance instructor inspires him to break out of his mold and sign up for ballroom dancing lessons. Now, he has to keep his exciting new passion a secret from his family and friends.

The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Seating is limited! Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room

When: Wednesday, June 27, at 1:00PM

Running Time 106 minutes

Rated PG-13

Adult Summer Reading Club

The Hillsborough Public Library's Adult Summer Reading Club will begin on Monday, June 11th. To sign up, either stop by the Adult Services Desk on or after June 11th, or email us at hills@sclsnj.org, and we will email you a copy of the Adult Summer Reading Guide and reading log. As you turn in your reading logs, you will also have the opportunity to enter a raffle to win one of ten $35 Barnes & Noble Gift Certificates. The club ends on August 25th.