Line Dance!, October 10 & 17

The Hillsborough Public Library presents Line Dance, with Glenn and Georgeanne Valis. Join us for a fun evening of music, dancing and camaraderie with 2 popular instructors!

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, October 10 & 17, 2007, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM.

Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Afternoon Movie, September 17, World Trade Center

Join us on Monday, September 17, for a showing of the movie World Trade Center, starring Nicholas Cage.

From director Oliver Stone comes this gripping, critically acclaimed docudrama set amid the rubble of September 11, 2001. Working under treacherous conditions, an army of dedicated rescuers desperately hope to find anyone who survived the World Trade Center's tragic collapse.

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

Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Monday, September 17, at 1:00 PM
Running Time 128 minutes
Rated PG-13

Book Discussion, September 20, The Lovely Bones

Please join us for a discussion of Alice Sebold's engrossing award-winning first novel. Susie Salmon is murdered on December 6, 1973. The story follows her family for the next ten years, narrated by Susie herself from the afterlife. She witnesses her family's grief, their efforts to find the killer, and attempts to come to terms with what has happened as life goes on.

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

Where: Hillsborough Library Conference Room
When: Thursday, September 20, at 6:30PM

Ladies ESL Conversation Group

The Hillsborough Library's Ladies English as a Second Language Conversation Group will be starting up again in October. It will be held on Monday evenings from 7:00-8:30 PM, beginning on October 15th and ending on December 17th. Attendees must know at least some English, as this group is an opportunity to practice and improve conversation.

The Conversation Group is free and open to women age 18 and older. Registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Ikebana Freestyle Flower Arranging, August 16

Join us for a relaxing evening of flower arranging with certified Ikebana instructor, Terry Chang. Flowers will be provided, and participants should bring a shallow container about 3 inches deep, and a pin frog of at least 2 inches (these can be purchased at Michael's).

Class size is limited to 10, and registration is required. Sign up at the Information Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. For more information on the class call Jean or Joanne at 908-369-2200 ext 22 or 25.

Evening Movie, August 21, An Inconvenient Truth

Join us August 21 at the Hillsborough Public Library for a showing of An Inconvenient Truth. This movie won the Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature in February.

An Inconvenient Truth presents Al Gore's campaign to make the issue of global warming a recognized problem worldwide. Intertwining simple but harrowing statistics with personal reflections, Vice President Gore explains that the tools and methods to reverse the damage we have done are at hand, and that the economic consequences of tackling the problem are positive rather than negative.

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

Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Tuesday, August 21, at 7:00 PM
Running Time 100 minutes
Rated PG

Afternoon Movie, August 21, Dreamgirls

The Hillsborough Public Library will be showing Dreamgirls on Tuesday, August 21, at 1:00 pm. Starring Beyonce, Jennifer Hudson, Eddie Murphy, and Jamie Foxx.

Don't miss this knockout movie musical about three girl singers who make it big in the movie industry, but along the way find that the price is sometimes too high to pay. As one critic said, "Jennifer Hudson is the kind of woman who can knock down a building just by singing at it!"

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: Tuesday, August 21, at 1:00PM

Running Time 130 minutes

Rated PG-13

Book Discussion, August 14, An Inconvenient Truth

Join us as Librarian Laura Mellor leads a discussion of Al Gore's controversial book, An Inconvenient Truth, that took the country (and the world) by storm. What do you think? Does the book change your mind in any way? Are we destroying the planet, ourselves and our children? How can we alter the deadly direction in which we are heading? Are we heading in a deadly direction? A few years ago, we laughed at these dire concerns... now we're not so sure???

This popular nonfiction book is required reading for all Hillsborough students entering their sophomore year. Please join us for a stimulating discussion that is open to students and their families.

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

Where: Hillsborough Library Conference Room
When: Tuesday, August 14, at 7:00PM

Move Your Body, August 22

Join us for a fun, easy way to get aerobic exercise by following simple dance moves to soul-filled music from around the world. Start with yoga-like stretches to warm up and end feeling wonderfully relaxed. In a quiet, peaceful atmosphere, leave your thinking mind and come into the joy of moving your body. It includes and celebrates all types of bodies, people and energy levels. No yoga or dance experience required.

The results will have you feeling touched, renewed and invigorated.

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, August 22, 2007, at 7:00 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Book Discussion, August 9, March-by Geraldine Brooks

Join us for a discussion of Geraldine Brooks' prize-winning novel March.

March tells the story only hinted at in Little Women, following the father, Peter March, as he joins the Union army to fight the Civil War. Although March writes cheerful letters home, this book explains the harsh realities of war, and the cruelty and racism shown by both North and South.

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

Where: Hillsborough Library Conference Room
When: Thursday, August 9, at 7:00PM

Afternoon Movie, August 7, Music and Lyrics

The Hillsborough Public Library will be showing Music and Lyrics on Tuesday, August 7th, at 1:00 PM. Starring Hugh Grant and Drew Barrymore.

Alex is a washed-up '80s pop singer. Talented and charismatic, he gets a chance at a comeback when a reigning diva invites him to write and record a duet with her... but there's a problem. Alex hasn't written a song in years, he's never written lyrics, and he has to come up with a hit in a matter of days! Enter Sophie, whose flair for words strikes a chord with the struggling songwriter. But Sophie is reluctant to get involved, and as the chemistry heats up between these two, this delightful and romantic little film is the perfect way to spend a summer afternoon.

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: Tuesday, August 7, at 1:00PM
Running Time 104 minutes

Rated PG-13

The Secret to Successful Living, July 31

Please join us for a program on The Secret to Successful Living. The ability to achieve success is unlimited. However, many people settle for less than they want in life. High achievers know the secret of universal principles and how to tap into them in order to create the lives they desire. We will discuss how to apply these principles of success in your life.

Our speaker, Della Menechella, is a certified Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (a model of communications and business excellence), and has spent the last 21 years researching the details of success and peak performance strategies.

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: Tuesday, July 31, 2007, from 7:00-8:30 PM.

Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Afternoon Movie, July 30, America's Sweethearts

The Hillsborough Public Library will be showing America's Sweethearts on Monday, July 30th, at 1:00 PM. Starring Julia Roberts, John Cusack, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Billy Crystal.

The dog days of summer are here, and what better way to spend them than watching this romantic comedy about true love, happily ever after, and other Hollywood endings.

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: Monday, July 30, at 1:00PM

Running Time 103 minutes
Rated PG-13

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.

Evening Movie, June 22, Dreamgirls

The Hillsborough Public Library will be showing Dreamgirls on Friday, June 22nd, at 7:00 pm. Starring Beyonce, Jennifer Hudson, Eddie Murphy, and Jamie Foxx.

Don't miss this knockout movie musical about three girl singers who make it big in the movie industry, but along the way find that the price is sometimes too high to pay. As one critic said, "Jennifer Hudson is the kind of woman who can knock down a building just by singing at it!"

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: Friday, June 22, at 7:00PM

Running Time 130 minutes

Rated PG-13

One Book New Jersey Book Discussion, July 2

The One Book New Jersey program is a fun and exciting program with its goal to bring people together by encouraging them to read and participate in discussion and other events about the same book. The adult selection for 2007 is Their Eyes Were Watching God, by Zora Neale Hurston.

Join us on Monday, July 2nd from 7:00-8:30pm for a thought-provoking book discussion about the story of a woman's marriages and murder accusation in a small Florida town.

Learn more about the One Book New Jersey program at the official website.

Click here to see if the book is checked in and to place a hold.

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