Adult Programs at MFL
Registration is required for all programs!
Please register by either calling 610-566-7828 or email mireference@delcolibraries.org
Please register by either calling 610-566-7828 or email mireference@delcolibraries.org
Live Music @ MFL
Summer Love Songs @ the Library
Join us for a night of love songs performed by Vincent James, performing the songs of James Taylor, John Denver, Bread, Carpenters, Barry Manilow and more. This is a perfect event to bring your special loved one or family. All Ages Welcome! Wednesday, August 15 @ 6:30 PM Click Here to Sign Up! 
Community Conversations About Controversial IssuesJoin us in having a facilitated community conversation on high-profile, current event topics in a safe and respectful environment. The "Community Conversations about Controversial Issues" provides a forum for civil, open discussion with the guidance of expert facilitators, connecting citizens in the communities we serve with local experts, stakeholders and community leaders.
International Immigration Please join us for a community conversation about global migration. A brief presentation of the data around how many people are relocating, why, and where they are going, will launch the conversation. Come chat with us about questions such as “Is there a migration crisis and if so, of what sort?” This conversation will be moderated by Mary Beth Yount. Thursday, August 16 @ 6:30 PM Click Here to Sign Up! Mary Beth Yount is Associate Professor of Theological Studies and Ph.D. Program Director at Neumann University. She has authored more than 20 articles, reviews, and book contributions. A two-time Catholic Press Association awardee and recipient of an award from Pope Francis, her work is in media outlets from TIME Magazine to Rome Reports. 
Cooking Tutorials @ MFLLearn to cook some delicious snacks, meals, and treats at YOUR Middletown Free Library!
Air Fryer Tutorial: Air Fryers are one of the hottest cooking gadgets on the market right now! Learn how to cook snacks, meals, and treats using an air fryer, which is a healthier and faster way to cook some of your favorite foods. Deep "Fried" Oreos and Candy Bars Today we will be learning how to make and cook Deep "Fried" Oreos and Candy Bars in the air fryer! These are a healthy version of your favorite carnival treats. There will be samples and each person will go home with the recipes. Feel free to BYOB to go with your dessert! Tuesday, July 31 @ 6:30 PM Click Here to Sign Up! Reading Cafe Book Club**Great American Read Selection** Little Women by Louisa May Alcott Thursday, August 23 @ 2 PM The Children Act by Ian McEwan Thursday, September 27 @ 2 PM A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness Thursday, October 25 @ 2 PM Prairie Fires: the American Dreams of Laura Ingalls Wilder by Caroline Fraser Thursday, November 29 @ 2 PM Email mireference@delcolibraries.org or call Laura at 610-566-7828 if you have any questions.     Movies @ MiddletownLife of the Party Monday, August 13 @ 2 PM Click Here to Sign Up! I Feel Pretty Monday, August 20 @ 2 PM Click Here to Sign Up! Family Movie Night @ the Library Avengers: Infinity War Tuesday, August 21 @ 6:30 PM Click Here to Sign Up! **End of Summer Potluck** First Wives Club Monday, August 27 @ 1 PM Movie Starts at 2 PM Click Here to Sign Up!     Qello Concerts @ the Library
Documentaries @ the LibraryBombshell: the Hedy Lamarr Story
Join us as we learn something new or gain a different perspective by watch a riveting documentary! Friday, August 31 @ 10:15 AM Today we will be watching: Bombshell: the Hedy Lamarr Story Austrian actress Hedy Lamarr fled an oppressive marriage to create a name for herself as one of Hollywood's top leading ladies in the 1940s. Behind the glamour and sex appeal, though, was a talented and inquisitive inventor who created a radio system that is now considered the basis of Bluetooth technology. Click Here to Sign Up! Tech Help w/ Elliot
Is technology giving you a headache? Once a month our Volunteer Elliot will be here to help answer your technology questions. Some of the topics he can cover include:
Registration Required! Thursday, August 16 (Click on Time to Sign Up) 10:15-10:45 AM 10:45-11:15 AM 11:15-11:45 AM 11:45-12:15 PM SCORE SeminarsJoin us for a series of seminars for small business owners and entrepreneurs by the Chester and Delaware County SCORE organization.
SCORE in Chester & Delaware Counties has over 100 volunteers to assist those thinking of starting a business or those already in business who need help in growing their business. Their combined experience and knowledge matches those of most Business School faculties. Leverage Mobile Marketing to Your Advantage, Connect Directly with Your Customer Presenter: Barbara Casey Monday, September 17, 2018 @ 6:30 PM Click Here to Sign Up! How to Write an Effective Business Plan Presenter: Bob Wingerter Monday, October 15, 2018 @ 6:30 PM Click Here to Sign Up! Let’s Talk: Product, Price, Place and Promotion of your Business Presenter: John Leggette Monday, October 29, 2018 @ 6:30 PM Click Here to Sign Up! The Millennial Myth: Let’s Play Presenter: Carol Hatton-Holmes Monday, November 5, 2018 @ 6:30 PM Click Here to Sign Up! |
Sun Printing on Fabric Workshop
Join us as we learn how to print on fabric using special dye and the SUN!!. Bring in flowers, leaves, and other things from nature to be printed on a 12 in square of fabric
Space is limited! Register Today! Click Here to Sign Up! Extreme Painting Workshop
Join us as we take painting to an extreme level!! We are going to be throwing paint balls, make exploding paint bombs, and doing spin art! Dress to get messy!! Live out your painting dreams!
Space is limited! Register Today! Click Here to Sign Up! Wood Burning Workshops
Today we are going to learn how to use cordless wood burners and burn beautiful designs.
Wood Burning Workshop Tuesday, August 7 @ 6:30 PM Click Here to Sign Up! Origami Workshops for Adults
Join us each month as we learn how to fold paper and create something brand new! Origami is kind of like magic. You turn flat, boring paper into a three dimensional object using nothing but simple folds. It can be very calming!
All levels welcome! Step by Step instructions will be given! Thursday, August 2 @ 10:30 AM Click Here to Sign Up! 
Zen Doodling w/ Color Workshop
Join us as Laura teaches you how to zen doodle on black paper with beautiful colors!
Tuesday, August 28 @ 3 PM Click Here to Sign Up! Zentangle ClubCome practice your tangles with other tanglers. Bring your own zentangle kits or borrow some of our supplies. We will put out a variety of Zentangle books to pick out some tangles to practice.
Keep up your Zentangle skills! Tuesday, August 14 @ 2 PM Tuesday, August 21 @ 10:30 AM If you have questions call 610-566-7828 or email Laura at mireference@delcolibraries.org.    Beginner Watercolor Painting WorkshopClass led by artist Terry Collington
Learn to paint with water colors while creating a beautiful painting! Have fun with friends while painting at your favorite library! Tuesday, August 14 @ 6:30 PM Click Here to Sign Up! Photography Walks at Ridley Creek State ParkAn Out and About w/ MFL Program
Join us for a photography walk at Ridley Creek State Park while we enjoy the beautiful weather! A photography walk in a communal activity of camera enthusiasts who gather in a group to walk around with a camera for the main purpose of taking pictures of things that interests each photographer. Photography beginners or experts will enjoy this experience that can boost ones creativity and see Ridley Creek State Park in a different light.
All ages and skill levels welcome!!! Have you ever wanted to learn how to take photographs using your smartphone or tablet? Laura will be there to help you use your device to take beautiful pictures. **Wear comfortable clothes and good walking/hiking shoes. **Bring your camera, smartphone, tablet, or whatever device you want to take pictures with. In registering you agree that the Library is not responsible to any injuries that may occur while at Ridley Creek State Park. Friday, August 31 @ 1 PM Click Here to Sign Up! 
Genealogy @ MiddletownGenealogy Research WorkshopsBeginner and Intermediate Levels
(Come in the library to make use of the Ancestry.com Library Edition and get help with your research.) Bring your family tree questions! Get help to break down those brick walls in your research! Wednesday, September 5 @ 10:15 AM Wednesday, October 10 @ 10:15 AM Wednesday, November 7 @ 10:15 AM Wednesday, December 5 @ 10:15 AM Please bring your own laptop if you have one!! 
Night Owls Book ClubTo all who burn the midnight oil whilst reading an intriguing story, how about joining us for an evening of discussion? The Night Owls Book Club spends one night a month discussing a book from diverse selection of fiction and non-fiction novels that are sure to pique your interest. Come for the novels, stay for the discussion.
Burial Rites by Hannah Kent Tuesday, July 31 @ 6:30 PM Only Girl in the World by Maude Julien Tuesday, August 28 @ 6:30 PM **Great American Read Selection** Catch 22 by Joseph Heller Tuesday, September 25 @ 6:30 PM |