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A Letter from the Director...
Happy November! It is hard to believe that we are entering the holiday season. November brings a time of reflection and gratitude. In the spirit of the holiday, I spent some time thinking about the things I know for certain. I thought I would share my top three certainties with you. One, it is important to document your personal stories, dreams, and truths. Your story is a gift that deserves to be shared with others. If you are like me, a person who adores books, it is important to informally write your own. One day when I am a much older version of myself, I expect my life's novel will be my favorite book. Two, in a world of technology that co-exists with my baby boomer parents - I am certain that almost everything will work if you unplug it for a few minutes. And finally my third certainty, families in large numbers can be difficult to embrace. Even in the moments of holding back your true thoughts about pop culture and politics while you pass the turkey, remember that families are a unique gift and yours was designed especially for you.
In closing, the library staff, volunteers, and board members are preparing many wonderful experiences for you this holiday season at the library. I hope you find the time to stop by and celebrate the season with us.
See you at the library!
Holly Bennett
Library Director, In
formation Conductor, and Community Ambassador
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Lucas Drosnock, Library Page
Lucas is one of the Library's three new Pages! Lucas started working during the summer, and is currently a junior at Nazareth Area High School.
In his spare time, he is active in theater, Dungeons and Dragons, and loves listening to music. He likes the library's close proximity to the high school; he enjoys meeting his friends, browsing books, and attending various events that catch his eye.
Lucas's favorite book choice was a tough decision, but he says it would be Lord of the Rings, by J.R.R. Tolkien "because of how cool of a world he made for his books, and the multiple languages he made for them."
Following high school, Lucas plans to go to college to become a history teacher.
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The library will be
closed on the following days in November:
- Thursday, November 21st the library will close at 5pm to prepare for the Craig Thatcher & Nyk Van Wyk concert; doors will reopen at 5:30pm for ticket holders only and 5:45pm for limited spots. Library services are suspended for the evening.
- Wednesday, November 27th the library will close at 5pm.
- Thursday, November 28th for Thanksgiving. We will reopen Friday, November 29th at 10am.
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Ways YOU Can Support the Library
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Holiday Basket Raffle: Accepting Donations!
Now through Saturday, November 9th
Each year we are offering a bigger and better variety of baskets for our annual fundraiser! Last year, we raised over $3,000 thanks to local businesses and individuals who donated generously as you can see from our 2018 display shown here.
If you would like to help our fundraiser, we are accepting donations through Saturday, November 9th! Simply drop off your donation at the main circulation desk with the donor/business name as you'd like it to be recognized. If it is a full basket of items, please include a list of contents.
Holiday Basket Raffle
November 23rd - December 14th
Don't forget to mark your calendars for the raffle, we are setting up for another successful year having already received donations from local favorites, Mr. Mario Andretti, Calandra's Cheese, Zanette's Grill, Nazareth's Army & Navy, Buza's Greenhouse, Cigar's Internation, Kraemer's Yarn...plus, Easton's own State Theater and Pearly Baker's...Kalahari Resort, Northampton County Community College, and more! Donations are coming in daily...check out Facebook & Instagram as we start recognizing these community partners!
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2020 Library Board Openings
Please consider becoming a member of the Library Board. There are three open positions, one position from each of the following municipalities: Lower Nazareth, Upper Nazareth, and Bushkill Township.
For information on these positions, please click the link on the
Board of Directors section of our website.
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Friends of the Library Meeting
Tuesday, November 12 ~ 6:00pm
Join the Friends at a meeting and find out how you can get involved in this community group that raises funds to help the library!
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All events are held at the library, unless otherwise noted.
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The Friends of the Library Book Sale!
Thursday, November 7: Friends Member Pre-Sale (9am-10am)
Thursday, November 7 (10am-7pm)
Friday, November 8 (10am-4pm)
Saturday, November 9 (9am-2pm)
Stop by and support the library while building your own! From large print to children's and automotive to romance -- this book sale has something for everyone!
Cash, check, and credit card accepted!
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YA Author
Book Talk & Signing
with Paul Walsh, Author of Lemonade
Thursday, November 14th ~ 6:30-7:30pm
Join us for a book talk & signing with Paul Walsh, author of
Lemonade.
Paul is the Artistic Director of the Literary Arts at the Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
For more details on this book, please visit our website.
Registration is required for this program;
sign up at the main circulation desk or call 610-759-4932.
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Children's Author
Book Reading, Talk & Signing
with Erin Rafanello Ferguson, Author of
Earl: The Christmas Tree Spider
Wednesday, December 4th ~ 6:30-7:30pm
Don't miss this adorable story, read by author Erin Rafanello Ferguson! Following the story will be a Q&A and book signing. If you'd like a book signed, please purchase your books ahead of time from
Amazon or
Barnes & Noble!
For more details on this book, please visit our
website.
Registration is required for this program;
sign up at the main circulation desk or call 610-759-4932.
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All events are held at the library, unless otherwise noted.
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Need Help with Technology?
"Tech THURSDAYS" is Your Answer!
Every Thursday* by Appointment ~ 5:00-7:00pm
These sessions will be held
in half-hour
blocks where patrons can schedule 1:1 time with Joe McMaster (MLNV Software Coordinator) for assistance with any area of technology.
Registration is required, please sign-up at the main circulation desk in person, or by phone, for a time slot that
best fits your schedule!
*There will be no Tech Thursday on November 21st (due to the Craig Thatcher & Nyk Van Wyk performance) and November 28th (due to the Thanksgiving holiday).
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Card Making Class
Thursday, November 14th ~ 6:30-7:30pm
Taught by Alicia Vincelette of Inked Edge Paper Art, learn the basics of greeting card making using rubber stamped images, interesting folds and layering techniques to create one-of-a kind cards. This is a hands on class where you'll use various tools to create cards that can be used for whatever occasion you'd like (e.g., birthday, anniversary, thinking of you, etc., as well as Thanksgiving.)
All materials are included and space is limited for this free adult class; registration is required, please register at the main circulation desk or call 610-759-4932.
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Cooking Class: Holiday Appetizers
Saturday, November 16th ~ 11am - 1pm
Learn how to cook some delicious holiday appetizers from Chris Bavlinka, professional chef and owner of The Stone Soup!
With over 20 years of culinary experience, Chef Chris has cooked throughout the Lehigh Valley and for celebrities, including Alan Jackson, Carlos Santana, David Lee Roth, and Al Gore. He has also taught numerous classes here at the library, so if you haven't attended one of his classes, now is your chance!
Space is limited for this free program,
registration is required;
s
top
by the main circulation desk to sign up or call 610-759-4932 to reserve your seat at the table!
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The library hosts four books clubs! All book discussion groups welcome new members,
and meetings take place in the library living room.
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Upcoming Library-led Book Discussions
Register for these book clubs and receive a free copy of the book while supplies last! Click on any book club to view details, including when registration opens.
Community-led Book Discussions: October
- Nazareth Book Club: 109 East Palace, by Jennet Conant
Wednesday, November 13th @ 6:30pm
- Daytime Book Club: Next Year in Havana, by Chanel Cleeton
Friday, November 22nd @ 10:30am
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All events are held at the library, unless otherwise noted.
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Coding Club: Game Design for Grades 4-8
Saturdays, November 9, 16, 23, and 30
This coding club session will teach you about game design using coding through Google CS First Passport! Space is limited, and registration is open and required (with a $20 refundable deposit if you attend 2 of the 4 classes).
Please remember to bring headphones!
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Teen Advisory Board Upcoming Meetings
All Teens Grades 7-12 Are Welcome!
Wednesday, November 6, 6-7:45pm
Friday, November 15, 3-4:45pm
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The MLNV's Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is back for the fall! This session we will be focusing on finalizing plans for our Teen Room remodel, coming up with book lists curated by our TAB members, and planning fall events!
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Join us for a Bilingual Story Time
Wednesday, November 20th @ 10:30 am
Visit our Events calendar
for more times and locations for our story times, toddler shake & boogie programs, and wee build!
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Fall & Thanksgiving Story Time & Craft Night
for Preschoolers and their Families!
Wednesday, November 20th ~ 6:30-7:15pm
Join Miss Ann Louise and TAB teens for an evening of fun fall stories and crafts! Space is limited for this annual program; registration is required and opens November 11th in the Children's Department.
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We have a lot of exciting events coming up -- mark your calendars and check out our website's event calendar for more details!
December 14th from 12-4pm
February 12th from 6-9pm ~ Tickets on sale soon!
April 26th from 8:30am - 7pm ~ Tickets on sale soon!
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Anne Schaller IMO Linda Kuhles Lellinger
Class of 1959 IMO Kessler and Bartholomew
GFWC PA Nazareth Woman's Club IMO Marian Forney
Tom Sandbrook (Sandbrook Travel Collection)
Norma Jean Shriver (Teen Advisory Board)
John and Chantelle Voyack IMO Conrad Bowers
Michael and Llewellyn Sitarchyk
Joseph and Helen Maurella
Stephen and Jennie Danner
David and Mary Ann Bennett
Brent and Diana Vosseller
Gerald and Gladys Eckhart
Alice Yeakel
Tara Capecci
Lisa Cameline
Marian Whitesell
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A Gift to Your Library is a Gift to Yourself.
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Over the years, patrons and friends of the Memorial Library of Nazareth and Vicinity have made contributions in a variety of ways. They have taken advantage of the opportunity to reduce the cost of gifts through tax savings, while at the same time maintaining or increasing their value to the library. Memorial and other special gifts are a meaningful way of paying tribute or recognizing a special achievement. Contributions to the Library are tax deductible.
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Memorial Library of Nazareth & Vicinity
295 East Center Street, Nazareth PA 18064
610-759-4932
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