Adult
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Artificial intelligence, ChatGPT: the future is here!
Wednesday, September 18th
7pm
This program is on Zoom, please register to receive the link.
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The website ChatGPT and other online AI services have taken the world by storm. The ability of websites that can create text and images from simple commands, called “prompts,” is revolutionizing education, business, and the economy. In this interactive presentation, you will learn about the latest AI tools and also explore the ethical, moral, and legal issues related to this technology that are both exciting and frightening.
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Jerry Crisci is the founding co-Director of the Center for Innovation for the Scarsdale Public Schools in Scarsdale, NY, where he also served as Director of Instructional Technology and Innovation.
Musical Fiesta of Latin & Hispanic Countries
Sunday, September 22nd
2pm
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, this is a musical travelogue through the richly diverse world of Latin and Hispanic music! Acclaimed international concert violinist David Podles will perform Mariachi, Salsa, Tango, Samba, Cumbia, Cha Cha, Paso Doble Mambo and more. Be prepared to be brought to Mexico, Panama, Uruguay, Brazil, Argentinia, Puerto Rico, Cuba, the Dominican Republic and other countries of the Latin & Hispanic world.
UNDIVIDE US @ Hawthorne Theaters
Wednesday, September 25th
7pm
Join the Glen Rock, Fair Lawn, Hawthorne, and Ridgewood public libraries for a free advanced screening of the documentary UNDIVIDE US. Following the film will be a small group discussion on toxic polarization. The event is free, all are welcome.
EVENT DETAILS
This advanced screening will take place on September 25 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. It will be taking place at Hawthorne Theaters, 300 Lafayette Avenue, Hawthorne, New Jersey 07506.
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ABOUT THE FILM
America is at a crossroads where politicians, traditional media, and social media fan the flames of toxic partisanship, undermining the values and institutions that unite us. UNDIVIDE US is a timely and urgent plea to reclaim the nation’s soul through open discourse, civic engagement, and self-governance. Learn more about the film at https://undivideusmovie.com/
LinkedIn Learning
Monday, September 30th
7pm
This program is on Zoom, please register to receive the link.
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LinkedIn is a business and employment-focused social media platform that works through websites and mobile apps. Presenter Sunny Desai educates job seekers on the fundamentals of LinkedIn, how to build a profile to navigate the site, and the benefits of maximizing their online brand presence to attract companies and increase their chances of employment opportunities.
Sunny Desai MBA is an experienced marketing professional with 15+ years in client management.
Reclaiming Our Voices
Sunday, October 13th
2pm
This program will be available in-person at the library or on Zoom.
Carol Simon Levin portrays Lillian Feickert, President of the NJ Woman Suffrage Association from 1912-1920, to explore the overlooked role of NJ in the long frustrating fight for woman suffrage. She tells how some NJ women once had the vote, and then lost it for over a century, how nationally-known suffrage advocates Lucy Stone and Elizabeth Cady Stanton staged tax and voting protests in the state, Dr. Florence Spearing Randolph brought black women into the movement and Alice Paul became the dynamo who re-energized the push for a federal amendment. This program demonstrates that women were not “given” the vote, but fought for it for generations.
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Carol Simon Levin is a professional storyteller and independent historian who specializes in telling the stories of “fascinating women history forgot” through first person portrayals.
This program has been generously sponsored by Northern NJ NOW. NNJ NOW is the oldest chapter of the National Organization for Women; fighting for women's rights since 1970.
CHESS CLUB
1st Monday of the month
1pm
Join other Chess enthusiasts for this drop-in chess club on Level B to the left of the globe.
BOARD GAME CLUB
Wednesdays
7pm
Looking to play some games online with staff and patrons? Our Adult Board Game Club is now virtual and meets weekly. If you are an adult and are interested in playing, email Justin and he'll tell you more and send you an invitation to our meetings. We have played some party games, and even enjoyed a space-themed RPG.
OPEN STUDIO
Thursdays
7pm
Enjoy drawing a still life or (clothed) model with Em on Zoom. No drawing or artistic experience is necessary, and new members of all ages are always welcome. You will need a drawing pencil, pad of drawing paper, and eraser or any medium you feel comfortable with. Email Em if you would like to join the group and she will send you a Zoom link the day of the program.