FREE Events From the Matawan-Aberdeen Public Library March 1-9

Monday, March 2 at 2pm
Movie Showing: Gone Girl:

A snow day closure kept us from showing this film, so we are repeating it. On his fifth wedding anniversary, Nick Dunne reports his wife Amy missing. Amidst pressure from the police and a growing media frenzy, Nick’s portrait of their blissful marriage crumbles. Soon his lies and strange behavior has everyone asking the dark question: Did Nick kill his wife?

Starring: Ben Affleck, Rosamund Pike
Release Year: 2014
Rated: R
Running Time: 149 Minutes

Saturday, March 7 at 1:30pm
Introduction to Windows 8:

Windows 8 is the newest operating system released by Microsoft. With its sleek new design and tile format, using it may be a challenge for those used to Windows 7 or those new to computers. This class will go over the basics: locating files, downloading software, navigation, and much more to help familiarize you with this new operating system. This class is taught as a demonstration, but feel free to bring your Windows 8 device or laptop. To register for this program, please call the library at 732-583-9100 or email Jill at jstafford@lmxac.org

Monday, March 9 at 2pm
Movie Showing: The Theory of Everything

Eddie Redmayne won the Oscar for his ability to “become” Stephen Hawking, and show us the astrophysicist’s decline in body and growth in mind. Hawking falls in love with Jane Wilde, who stays by his side despite a diagnosis with a fatal disease. Hawking goes on to be called the successor to Einstein, as well as a husband and father. As Stephen’s body collapsed and his academic renown soared, fault lines were exposed in their relationship and dramatically altered both of their lives. The film is based on the memoir Travelling to Infinity: My Life with Stephen, by Jane Hawking

Starring: Eddie Redmayne, Felicity Jones
Release Year: 2014
Rated: PG-13
Running Time: 123 Minutes