PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT: Francine Everson, 609-597-3381
feverson@theoceancountylibrary.org
MAH JONGG
MANAHAWKIN – Play Mah Jongg at the Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library on the following Fridays in April: the 13th, 20th, and 27th from 1:00-4:00 PM. Please bring the current year game card, and game sets. Mah Jongg originated in China and has recently experienced a resurgence in popularity. Many people are realizing the intellectual challenge it poses, and are drawn to the beauty and excitement of the game itself. Experience is helpful.
The Stafford Branch of the Ocean County Library is located at 129 N. Main St., Manahawkin, New Jersey. This program is free and open to the public. Please register by calling the branch at (609) 597-3381, registering online at http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org , or in person.
PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT: Francine Everson 609-597-3381
feverson@theoceancountylibrary.org
MOVIES AT THE LIBRARY
MANAHAWKIN – The Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library will be showing the feature film Footloose (2011) on Saturday, April 14th at 2:00 PM. City kid Ren MacCormack moves to a small town where rock ‘n roll and dancing have been banned, and his rebellious spirit shakes up the residents. Rated PG-13.
The family movie The Muppets (2011) is scheduled for Saturday, April 28th at 2:00 PM. With the help of 3 fans, the Muppets must reunite to save their old theater from a greedy tycoon. Rated PG.
The Stafford branch is located at 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin. These movies are free and open to the public. Call the branch for specific information: (609) 597-3381, or visit our website at http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org There is no need to register.
PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT: Francine Everson, 609-597-3381
feverson@theoceancountylibrary.org
MEET POET RICHARD MORGAN, AUTHOR OF: I AM SEA GLASS
MANAHAWKIN – The Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library is presenting local poet Richard Morgan on Monday, April 16th, at 1:00 PM, who will talk about his book: I Am Sea Glass. He states that there is poetry in all of us, and he’ll show us ways in which we might tap into that resource. He will also take us on a journey of his favorite poems, and tell how he succeeded in becoming a published author. Mr. Morgan has been writing poetry for 50 years, and lives in the area where he is inspired by the wind and waves. His wife Pat painted the watercolor illustrations that are in his book.
The Stafford branch is located at 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin. This program is free and open to the public. If you have questions, feel free to call the Stafford branch. Please register either in person, or call the branch at (609) 597-3381, or visit our website at http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org
PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT: Francine Everson, 609-597-3381
feverson@theoceancountylibrary.org
FREE WELLNESS SCREENINGS – BLOOD PRESSURE, CHOLESTEROL, GLUCOSE, AND STROKE RISK ASSESSMENT
MANAHAWKIN – Representatives of Meridian Health’s Cardiovascular Network and the Southern Ocean Medical Center will be at the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library on Tuesday, April 17th from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM to conduct free wellness screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, and stroke risk assessment. Even if you’re not experiencing any prior symptoms, you can suddenly experience a heart attack or stroke due to high blood pressure. That’s why these screenings are so important. Register for your free screening today.
The Stafford branch is located at 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin. This program is free and open to the public. Please register by calling the branch at (609) 597-3381, registering online at http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org or in person. You may also register by calling
1-800-DOCTORS (1-800-362-8677). If you have any questions, call the library for specific information.
PRESS RELEASE
CONTACT: Francine Everson (609) 597-3381
feverson@theoceancountylibrary.org
CREATIVE WRITING GROUP
MANAHAWKIN – The Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library’s Creative Writing Group will meet on Wednesday, April 18th from 1:00 – 2:30 PM. What is creative writing? It’s an expression of the writer’s thoughts and emotions, rather than merely conveying information. If you love to write in any form – fiction, screenplays, etc., – this is a chance to meet others with the same passion. Share ideas and information, with the option of bringing in a one-page sample of your work with some copies for others to read. The group is limited to five participants so register early.
The Stafford branch is located at 129 N. Main St. in Manahawkin. This program is free and open to the public. Please register in person, by calling the branch at (609) 597-3381, or online at http://www.theoceancountylibrary.org. If you have any questions, call the branch for specific information.