January Adult Programs At The Middletown Library

MIDDLETOWN, NJ — Here's the line-up of adult programs at Middletown Township Public Library this January. The schedule includes a variety of lectures, creative workshops and engaging discussions to kick off the new year.

Additional information and registration can be found at mtpl.org. Any questions, please contact the reference desk at 732-671-3700, ext 320.

Create a 2026 Vision Board

Join us in the Makerspace on Tuesday, January 13 at 6:30 pm for an interactive workshop where participants will design a vision board reflecting their goals, dreams, and priorities for 2026. All materials are provided; bring your creativity and leave with a personalized visual tool for inspiration and motivation.

Learn About Creativebug

Join us in the Makerspace on Friday, January 9 at 10 am to explore Creativebug, a digital platform offering thousands of craft and DIY projects. Participants will complete a small project during the class, learn how to access additional projects from home, and discover activities that can be made using Makerspace tools. This program is for adults 18+.

Tech Tuesday: Internet Basics and Online Safety

New computer users can join us on Tuesday, January 13 at 2:30 pm to learn how to navigate the internet, use search engines, and explore websites safely.

New Jersey Book Club: Madhouse: A Tragic Tale of Megalomania and Modern Medicine

Join Andrew Scull on Monday, January 12 at 12 pm as he discusses the controversial psychiatrist Henry Cotton and his work at Trenton State Hospital in the 1920s. Participants may attend in person in the History Room or register for a Zoom link.

Virtual Talk: The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply with David Brooks

On Tuesday, January 13 at 2 pm, David Brooks will explore his new book, "How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply." Brooks examines how to observe, listen, and engage with others in meaningful ways. Visit mtpl.org to register for the virtual presentation.

Welcome to Journaling: “Food for Thought”

Join retired educator Marilyn Lane on Friday, January 16 at 10:30 am for a fun discussion of curious quotes, inquisitory adages or thought-provoking questions to prompt your 2026 journal writing. Registration is required, as space is limited to 15 participants.

NJ Author Talk: Rich Romano

Join author Rich Romano on Saturday, January 17 at 2 pm in the Community Room as he discusses his books about New Jersey, highlighting the state’s historic landmarks with original photographs.

Virtual Talk: Nature, Art, and Service as Medicine with Journalist Julia Hotz

On Tuesday, January 20 at 2 pm, journalist Julia Hotz will chat about her book, "The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging," sharing research and patient stories that reveal the transformative power of social prescribing. Visit mtpl.org to register for a link to the virtual presentation.

Genealogy Club

Join fellow researchers on Wednesday, January 21 at 2 pm for this month’s topic, “Where to Get Genealogy Help.”

Sorcery & Starlight Book Club

The fantasy and science fiction discussion group will meet Wednesday, January 21 at 7 pm to discuss House of Frank by Kay Synclaire. Digital copies of the book are available to borrow on Hoopla.

America 250 Community Read: 1776 by David McCullough

Join us by the fireside on Thursday, January 22 at 2 pm for the first of four discussions on 1776 by David McCullough. Community members of all ages are welcome to explore the events of the American Revolution and their impact on soldiers, local communities, and historically marginalized groups. Each session will cover two chapters of the book.

K-Pop Craft Night

Join us in the Makerspace on Thursday, January 22 at 7 pm for an evening of K-Pop trivia, music, and crafts. Participants will create a custom photo card holder and be entered into a raffle for a special prize. This program is for adults 18+.

America 250: Revolutionary Medicine & Surgery

In celebration of America 250, Dr. Bill Anania will present a lecture on Tuesday, January 27 at 7 pm in the Community Room, demonstrating 18th-century medical instruments and surgical techniques used by doctors of the Revolutionary era.

Adult Zining Workshop

Embrace your creativity at MTPL’s Zining group for adults with resident archivist Laura Poll on Wednesday, January 28 at 1 pm in the Makerspace. No artistic skills are needed, and all supplies will be provided.

Virtual Talk: Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore

On Wednesday, January 28 at 7 pm, New York Times bestselling author Liz Moore will discuss her breakout 2024 novel, "The God of the Woods," following the disappearance of a thirteen-year-old at a summer camp in August 1975. Visit mtpl.org to register for a virtual link.

Twin Hearts Meditation

Join Debbie McCann-Call on Saturday, January 31 at 10 am for a guided meditation session focused on cultivating inner calm, harmony, and peace. This practice uses simple mental and physical techniques to promote relaxation and help reduce stress and anxiety.