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ENGLEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY EVENTS ADULT PROGRAMS take turns leading the group. CONCERTS All Seasons Chamber Players — “Going for Baroque” Saturday, Jan. 26, 7 p.m. The All Seasons Chamber Players return for their 36th annual concert at the Englewood Public Library. Now in its 38th year, the ensemble performs music from the baroque to contemporary periods in mixed ensembles. This year’s program utilizes the ensemble’s 2-manual harpsichord, flute, violin and cello. The Tenafly Singers Saturday, Feb. 9, 7 p.m. Celebrate both Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day with the Tenafly Singers. The group will perform love songs, as well as traditional Chinese songs. The Life and Times of Nat King Cole Saturday, Feb. 16, 7 p.m. In the anniversary year of this iconic singer’s 100th birthday, vocalist Stephen Fuller per- forms some of Mr. Cole’s greatest hits, while offering the audience a chance to sing-a-long. 500 Years of African-American History Saturday, Feb. 23, 7 p.m. Grammy-nominated soprano Monique McDonald & friends celebrate 500 years of African-American history. OTHER PROGRAMS The Body Code and The Emotion Code Wednesday, Jan. 9, 7 p.m. Dr. Catherine Santoro shows energy tech- niques that identify and correct energetic imbalances — trapped emotions that exert negative influences on the physical tissue causing pain and disease. Financing Home Purchases Saturday, Jan. 12, 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, 7 p.m. Mortgage consultant Jacqueline Wisner will conduct a seminar on grants and subsidies available to New Jersey residents for pur- chasing 1 – 4 family properties. Super Bowl Trivia Contest Wednesday, Jan 30, 7 p.m. Come join us for pizza and soft drinks while you test your knowledge of this iconic event. Super Bowl Sunday is the biggest day in American sports; it long ago evolved from a sports spectacle into a social event that spans all ages, genders and backgrounds. The Beatles: Beginnings with Paul Groom Wednesday, Feb. 6, 7 p.m. Liverpudlian Paul Groom presents the Beatles story from a unique perspective. Groom attend- ed the same high school as Paul and George, the same Sunday school as John Lennon, the youth club where John met Paul, and lived in the same village as George and John. 4 DECEMBER 2018 MyEnglewood Great African-American mid-20th Century Performers Tuesday, Feb. 12, 7 p.m. David Weiner presents “Great African- American mid-20th Century Performers,” a program which includes rare film and televi- sion clips of great American jazz and pop singers, musicians and dancers from the 1920s to the 1960s. Paul Robeson Wednesday, Feb. 13, 7 p.m. The Programming Department presents a talk on the legendary Paul Robeson. A show- ing of Robeson’s 1933 film The Emperor Jones will follow the talk. Madame C.J. Walker: The First Black Female Millionaire Tuesday, Feb 19, 7 p.m. Historian and lecturer Rick Feingold presents the story of Madame C.J. Walker, born in 19th century rural Louisiana to former slaves. Walker rose to become the first female African-American self-made millionaire in the United States. Academy Awards Trivia Contest Sunday, Feb. 24, 2 pm We all love the movies! Don’t we? Are you an Oscar guru or a neophyte? Take the quiz to find out. ONGOING ADULT PROGRAMS Film Series: 3rd Annual Black History Month Film Series Join us for our 3rd Black History Month Film Series. These critically acclaimed, award-win- ning films will be shown at 2 p.m. each Thursday in February. The schedule is as fol- lows: Feb. 7 – BlacKkKlansman Feb. 14 – I Am Not Your Negro (documentary) Feb. 21 – The Tuskegee Airmen Feb. 28 – 42 (2013; 128 minutes; rated PG-13) Presidential Film Series With Presidents’ Day approaching, we show these standout films about some of America’s former leaders. Feb. 11 – Truman Feb. 12 – Lincoln Feb. 13 – W. Feb. 15 – Primary Colors Pare Down, Cheer Up! Tuesdays, Jan. 15 & Feb. 19, 3 p.m. Pare Down, Cheer Up! is a monthly discus- sion/support group about the personal and societal benefits of learning to live with less. It is designed for those who want to simplify their lives, whether to save money, reduce stress or transition to a more sustainable life- style. Writer’s Workshop Thursdays, Jan. 10 & Feb. 14, 7 p.m. Here is a place for writers to read their work and encourage each other. Attendees will Meditation Wednesdays, Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30; Feb. 6, 13. 20 & 27; 7 p.m., Meeting Room 2 Meditation has been known to reduce stress, relieve pain and recharge mind and body. Sahaja yoga meditation is easy to learn, and all ages or cultural backgrounds are welcome to attend. Attendees can sit either in a chair or on the floor and should wear loose, com- fortable clothing to the hour-long sessions. Tai Chi Mondays, Jan. 7, 14 & 28; Feb. 4, 11, & 25, 7 p.m. Tai chi is a Chinese martial art practiced for both its defense training and health benefits. Instructor Kung-Ming Jan of Tenafly is a car- diologist and long-time practitioner of both Shaolin yoga and tai chi chuan. Philosophy Dialogue Saturdays, Jan. 5 & 19; Feb. 2 & 16, 2 p.m. This spirited discussion group meets bi-week- ly for informal philosophical discussions, and all with opinions are welcome. Recent discus- sions include “Nature vs. Nurture?” SESCIL Book Group Thursdays, Jan. 17 & Feb. 21, 1 p.m. The SESCIL Book Group is a collaboration between the Englewood Public Library and the SESCIL Senior Center, located at 228 Grand Avenue. For the title of each monthly book, please call the Reference Department at 201-568-2215, x227, or visit our website at englewoodlibrary.org. Reiki Wellness Circle Thursdays, Jan. 17 & Feb. 21, 7 p.m. Reiki is a healing technique based on the principle that the therapist can channel ener- gy into the patient by means of touch to acti- vate the natural healing processes of the patient’s body and restore both physical and emotional well-being. Reiki practitioner Caroline Brown of Englewood presides. “In Stitches” Sundays, Jan. 6 & 20; Feb. 3 & 17, 1:30 p.m. This informal and popular knitting and cro- cheting group is for beginners and experts alike who wish to enjoy the company of other knitting and crochet enthusiasts. Women’s Diversity Book Group Tuesday, Feb. 26, 6 p.m. The Women’s Diversity Book Group explores diversity themes, including African-American history, women’s history, Asian-Pacific Islander, Latina and Native American heri- tage, LGBT issues and disability awareness. For the title of each monthly book or any off- site locations, please call the Reference Department at 201-568-2215, x227, or visit our website at englewoodlibrary.org Exploring Music Sundays, Jan. 13 & Feb. 10, 2 p.m., Meeting Room 2 See LIBRARY, Next Page