West Orange Public Library Programs for week of August 9

For Adults
Crystal Lake

Crystal Lake can be truly classified as a forgotten era in West Orange history. Local historian Joseph Fagan presents a program on the once glorious past of the former amusement park and recreation area. Fagan will use vintage postcards and photos to tell the story of Crystal Lake from its beginning in the 1890s to the peak of its popularity in the 1930's and 40's. Thursday, August 12, at 7:30 PM.

Joseph Fagan's family roots go back four generations in West Orange. He has written two books on the history of West Orange and currently writes a weekly column for the West Orange Chronicle depicting various aspects of West Orange history.

Register for this program at http://www.wopl.org/. You may also stop by or call the Library at 973.736.0198.

For Teens and 'Tweens
H2O-Yeah!

Liquid Nitrogen is used in missiles, cryogenic preservation.and sometimes, homemade ice cream! Join us as the Philadelphia-based group Wondergy experiments with some of the coolest stuff around. (And at 320 degrees below zero, we're not kidding!) Formed in 2002, Wondergy has been working with schools, television productions, museums and major corporations - bringing out the mad scientist in everyone they work with. The program is free, but bring $1 if you want to sample the ice cream. Monday, August 9, at 7 PM.

Register for this program at http://www.wopl.org/. You may also stop by or call the Library at 973.736.0198. Registration required.

Go with the Flow

Hip Hop Dance is about feeling the music, pouring out passion and personal expression. The Premier Dance Theatre will perform and teach teens some cool hip hop moves. Wednesday, August 11, at 7 PM.

Register for this program at http://www.wopl.org/. You may also stop by or call the Library at 973.736.0198. Registration required.

For Kids
Submerged in Science

Imagine using a banana to hammer a nail into wood or blowing up a balloon.from the outside! Wondergy's Cool Science will let you test the water on some inventive experiments. Did you know you can make tasty ice cream with science? Find out how at the Library on Monday, August 9, at 4:30 PM. Wondergy members all have science backgrounds and have worked with television productions, museums and major corporations.

Register for this program at http://www.wopl.org/. You may also stop by or call the Library at 973.736.0198. Registration required.