ENGLEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
Upcoming Spring Programming
CONCERTS
Green Golly Project:
Now We Can Sing
Sunday, April 28, 7 p.m.
Features music that was banned to Jewish
musicians by the Nazis in 1930s Germany.
Ready, Set, Fiesta: Music of the
Latin & Hispanic World
Saturday, May 4, 7 p.m.
A musical tour of Latin and Hispanic
music, courtesy of Violinist David Podles.
Blowin’ in the Wind:
The Genius of Bob Dylan
Saturday, May 18, 7 p.m.
The We3 Band will present a concert of
Bob Dylan’s most well-known tunes.
Mel Nussbaum Jazz Trio
Saturday, Jun. 15, 7 p.m.
Thetrio will play favorite jazz standards,
blues, funk, fusion and original tunes.
OTHER PROGRAMS
Ellis Island: Island of Hope,
Island of Tears: Part One
Wednesday, Apr. 17, 7 p.m.
Mario Medici presents a slideshow and
lecture covering the island’s earliest days
up to the present day.
Ellis Island: Island of Hope,
Island of Tears: Part Two
Wednesday, Apr. 24, 7 p.m.
Part 2 will include photos of the island’s
limited access south side, the unrestored
Ellis Island Immigrant General Hospital
Complex and Contagious Disease Hospital.
Poet Howard Berelson
Tuesday, Apr. 30, 7 p.m.
In celebration of National Poetry Month,
Poet Howard Berelson will recite a variety
of his poems.
Author Tom Austin: Another
Season
Wednesday, May 1, 7 p.m.
Author Tom Austin will discuss Another
Season: The Memoirs of Charlie Calello,
which Austin co-wrote with Calello. It is
the memoir of Jersey Boy Charlie Calello.
May the Fourth Be With You!
Celebrating Star Wars
Saturday, May 4, 2 p.m.
Celebrate this iconic franchise with the
original classic, where we are introduced to
Princess Leia, Han Solo and Darth Vader.
Bob Dylan Revisited
Tuesday, May 14, 7 p.m.
Rock historian Vincent Bruno explores
Dylan’s life and music.
“What is it like to be a Child of
Holocaust Survivors?”
Wednesday, May 15, 7 p.m.
Dr. William Reszelbach’s talk will include
the trials tribulations of growing up with
survivors of the Holocaust.
Sarri Singer: Strength
to Strength
Thursday, May 23, 7 p.m.
The Englewood Public Library partners
with the Simon Wiesenthal Center to pres-
ent Sarri Singer, the founder and director
of the organization Strength to Strength,
which works with victims of terrorism
around the world to heal and move for-
ward. For more information, contact the
Simon Wiesenthal Center at 212-697-1291.
ONGOING ADULT PROGRAMS
Academy Awards Film Festival
Thursdays, Apr. 18 & 25 at 2 p.m.
The popular series returns to show the
films nominated for 2018 Academy Awards.
For scheduling information, visit engle-
woodlibrary.org or call 201-568-2215 x230.
Writer Workshop
Thursdays, May 9 & Jun. 13, 7 p.m.
Here is a place for writers to read their
work and encourage each other.
Meditation
Wednesdays, Apr. 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29;
Jun. 5, 12 & 19, 7 p.m., Meeting Room 2
Sahaja yoga meditation is easy to learn, and
all ages or cultural backgrounds are wel-
come to attend. Wear comfortable clothing.
and long-time practitioner of both Shaolin
yoga and tai chi chuan.
Philosophy Dialogue
Saturdays, Apr. 13 & 27; May 11; Jun. 8 & 22, 2 p.m.
This spirited discussion group meets bi-
weekly for informal philosophical discus-
sions, and all with opinions are welcome.
SESCIL Book Group
Thursdays, Apr. 18, May 16 & Jun. 20, 1 p.m.
For the title of each monthly book, call the
Reference Dept. at 201-568-2215, x227, or
visit our website at englewoodlibrary.org.
Reiki Wellness Circle
Thursdays, Apr. 18, May 16 & Jun. 20, 7 p.m.
Reiki is a healing technique based on the
principle that the therapist can channel
energy into the patient by means of touch
to activate the natural healing processes
of the patient’s body and restore both
physical and emotional well-being. Reiki
practitioner Carolyn Wilson presides.
“In Stitches”
Sundays, Apr. 7 & 14; May 5 & 19; Jun. 2 & 9, 1:30 p.m.
This informal knitting and crocheting
group is for beginners and experts alike.
Women’s Diversity Book Group
Tuesdays, Apr. 23, May 28 & Jun. 25, 6 p.m.
Topics include African-American his-
tory, women’s history, Latina and Native
American heritage, LGBT issues and dis-
ability awareness. To learn more, call the
Reference Dept. at 201-568-2215, x227, or
visit englewoodlibrary.org.
Exploring Music
Sundays, May 19 & Jun. 9, 2 p.m., Meeting Room 2
Join Gilda Fasullo for a two-hour social
gathering to explore various genres.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
Guitar Story Time
with Mr. John
Tuesdays; April 23, 30 10:30 a.m.
Children and their caregivers from ages
birth through 5 are invited to join Mr.
John for singing, stories and dancing.
Tai Chi
Mondays, Apr. 22 & 29; May 6, 13, & 20; Jun. 3, 10
& 17, 7 p.m.
Instructor Kung-Ming Jan is a cardiologist
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