June 2008
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Tuesday June 3, 2008
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Hillsdale Public Library
509 Hillsdale Avenue
Hillsdale, NJ 07642
201.358.5072
HELP! (1965) The Beatles second film has an obscure Asian cult that believes in human
sacrifice, and is pursuing Ringo, who has accidentally put on a ceremonial ring. He is pursued by
the cult, a pair of mad scientists, and a member of a side cult that no longer believes in human
sacrifice and the London police who are trying to help. The Fab Four spoof James Bond as they
are chased in exotic locales around the world. Seville Diner follows the movie - 289 Broadway,
Westwood,NJ. (approx. 9:15 to 10:30, sometimes later).
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Monday June 9, 2008
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Borders @ Garden State Plaza
2200 Garden State Plaza
Paramus, NJ 07652
201.712.1166
This group meets on the second Monday of each month to discuss a specific mystery, horror, or
intrigue novel. This month's selection is Odd Thomas by Dean R. Koontz. Once in a very great
while, an author does everything right-as Koontz has in this marvelous novel. Odd Thomas, who
narrates, is odd indeed: only 20, he works contentedly as a fry cook in a small fictional California
town, despite a talent for writing. The reason for his lack of ambition? A much rarer talent: Odd
sees and converses with ghosts, the lingering dead who have yet to pass on, a secret he has
kept from nearly everyone. Odd also has the ability to see bodachs, malevolent spirits that feast
on pain and whose presence signifies a likelihood of imminent violence. For additional
information click www.bordersstores.com/stores/store_pg.jsp?storeID=34.
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Wednesday June 9, 2008
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
New Moon Comics
463 Main Street
Little Falls, NJ
973-81-COMIC or 973-812-6642
This group meets on the second Wednesday of each month to discuss all things related to comic
books, anime, and manga. Whether its Golden Age, Silver Age, Manga, or anime, this group
tackles the ins and outs of art, story, and the graphic media. This month we explore Mad
Scientists & campy SF. The discussion will focus on all the crazy doctors and scientists that have
wreaked havoc or made heroic contributions to the comic book world. DC and Marvel alone have
a plethora of scientists that we could talk about: Dr. Strange, Dr. Doom, Mr. Fantastic, Hank
"Beast" McCoy, Moira McTaggert, Captain Cold, Batman, Braniac, Professor Ivo, even League of
Extraordinary Gentlemen. Come up with a scientist, provide a brief background(what universe they
hail from, origin of creation and arch nemesis). Keep it short - no more than a 2 min. intro. Please
note: this group also meets for dinner before the event at the store. Join us at varied locations
(directions are always available) around 6:30PM - 7:45. Check the Yahoo site for details prior to
meeting. For additional information click www.newmooncomics.com.
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Saturday June 28, 2008
2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Todd's New Place
Rutherford, NJ 07070
directions available upon request/contact Todd
This ongoing Roleplaying Game features the continuing adventures of a group of characters
caught in the swirling chaos of politics and clandestine warfare between a number of hidden
societies.
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Saturday June 14, 2008
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Borders @ Garden State Plaza
2200 Garden State Plaza Way
Paramus, NJ 07652
201-712-1166
This group meets on the second Saturday of each month and spotlights guest speakers from SF
and genre related fields of interest. This month's guest is May Pang. May Pang is best known as
a personal assistant and production coordinator for former Beatle John Lennon and his wife,
Yoko Ono. in 1970.
In 1973, Lennon and Ono separated and Lennon and Pang had a relationship that lasted over 18
months, which Lennon later referred to as his "Lost Weekend", but which lasted until 1975. Pang
produced two books about her relationship: a memoir called Loving John, published in 1983,
and a book of photographs, Instamatic Karma, published in 2008.
Pang was married to producer Tony Visconti from 1989 to 2000, and had two children, Sebastian
and Lara, who live with Pang in upstate New York. Pang has a line of stainless steel Feng Shui
jewelry that is sold on the internet, and is a volunteer for an animal shelter called Animal Haven in
New York. For additional information click www.borders.com/online/store/StoreDetailView_479.
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Tuesday June 17, 2008
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Borders @ Garden State Plaza
Garden State Plaza Mall
Paramus, NJ
201-712-1166
This group meets on the third Tuesday of each month to discuss the major works of the greatest
authors of Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, and related genres. This month we will be discussing
the works of Robert Louis Stevenson with the featured selection being The Strange Case of Dr.
Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. The nightmare-inspired “bogey tale.” Robert Louis Stevenson's
supernatural story The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (most commonly known by the
shortened title Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde) became an immediate best-seller in Great Britain and
America when it was published in 1886. The novel has also earned accolades from the academic
community for its artistic style and penetrating psychological themes. The Strange Case of Dr.
Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is based on the story of Edinburgh's infamous Deacon Brodie, who was
discovered to have been living a double life, coupled with a dream Stevenson had one night, what
he called "a fine bogey tale," about a man who drinks a potion made from a white powder and
subsequently transforms into a devilish creature. For additional information click www.
bordersstores.com/stores/store_pg.jsp?storeID=34.
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Wednesday June 18, 2008
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Borders @ Ramsey Interstate Shopping Plaza
235 Interstate Shopping Center
Ramsey, NJ 07446
201.760.1967
Films to Come: 4-Star Movie Discussion Group
This group discusses new and upcoming genre and genre-related films, tv, books and current
media happenings, as well as current releases, classics and more. If it has to do with
entertainment, it's here. Films recently seen by those attending are discussed, rated,
recommended or panned, as well as what people are watching. Please note: this group also
meets for dinner before the event at the store. Join us at varied locations (directions are always
available) around 6:30PM - 7:45. For more information click
www.bordersstores.com/stores/store_pg.jsp?storeID=479.
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Saturday June 21, 2008
2:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Reality's Edge Game Store
Ridge Road
North Arlington, NJ
The D&D roleplaying game is being DM'ed by Chuck Garofalo and is a great time for all. If you are
interested in joining or observing please let us know. We can expand the game if we know that
you are interested. A related group for those interested in D&D gaming is the Heroes and Rogues
Group listed on the Calendar of events.
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Tuesday June 24, 2008
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
New Moon Comics
463 Main Street
Little Falls, NJ
973-81-COMIC or 973-812-6642
This event meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month to discuss a specific topic in Science
Fiction, Fantasy, and related genres. This month we will be discussing Mad Scientists and Campy
SF - think Vincent Price as Dr. Phibes. Please note: this group also meets for dinner before the
event at the store. Join us at varied locations (directions are always available) around 6:30PM -
7:45. Check the Yahoo site for details prior to meeting.
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Friday June 27, 2008
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Borders @ Ramsey Interstate Shopping Center
235 Interstate Shopping Center
Ramsey, NJ 07446
201.760.1967
This group meets on the 4th Friday of each month to discuss various works of "modern" masters
or upcoming talent in SF, fantasy, paranoramal and related genres. This month is Night Train to
Rigel by Timothy Zahn. The Spiders--exotic and mysterious creatures who run an incredible
transportation system connecting civilizations across the galaxy--enlist former government agent
Frank Compton to find the enemy that's preparing to attack the network. For more information
click www.bordersstores.com/stores/store_pg.jsp?storeID=479. There is a pre-meeting dinner
usually at Mahwah Pizza & Pasta or Moe's Southwest Grill. See Yahoo group for details each
month.
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