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All the latest news from the Metuchen Public Library
February 8, 2021
Due to the rising number of COVID-19 cases, the library is currently closed to the public.

Curbside pickup remains available
to Metuchen residents during the following hours:
Monday-Thursday 11am - 6:45pm
Friday 11am - 4:45pm
Saturday 10am - 1:45pm
No appointment is necessary.

Use our catalog to search for materials
and to place holds for curbside pickup.
You can also use the catalog to request
materials from other libraries.

We are continuing to offer virtual programs!
Scroll down to see our upcoming events.
We need all the Friends
we can get!

The Friends of the Metuchen Library is now holding their annual membership drive.
The money raised by the Friends helps support the library and the community that depends on it. You can join, renew, or donate online by clicking here to pay by PayPal. You can also pay via Venmo to @fotml (verification code is 8823) or mail a check to the library made out to FOTML. Any donation of $15 or more automatically makes you a member. Thank you to all those who have already joined, we are grateful for your support!
COVID VACCINE ASSISTANCE NOW AVAILABLE BY PHONE

The State of New Jersey has a hotline number to assist those without email addresses or access to a computer to register for the vaccine. There are 250 agents available at 1-855-568-0545. For those with access to a computer, pre-register by clicking here. Once you are eligible, click here for a list of sites offering vaccine appointments.
Please share this information with anyone who might need it!
We know how hard it can be to pick items from the catalog, so we're are here to help! With BookMatch and MovieMatch, you can request items for all ages using the forms our website. You specify your interests, and we will pick things out for you. Click here to start getting matched! Available to Metuchen residents only.
FREE WIRELESS PRINTING AVAILABLE FOR METUCHEN RESIDENTS

Metuchen residents can print up to five black and white pages per request, for free, and pick them up curbside! You'll need to download the SmartAlec app or set up an account online. Click here for more details.


FEATURED PROGRAM:
CELEBRATING
BLACK HISTORY MONTH

The Same Principle Lives in Us: People of
African Descent in the American Revolution,
Wednesday, February 24 at 7 p.m.

American Revolutionaries struggled with a key question: would the words of the Declaration of Independence, that “all men are created equal,” apply to all people?” From the outbreak of the Revolution, people of African descent asked and answered this question through their words and actions. Presented by the Museum of the American Revolution. Please click here to register and receive the Zoom link. This program is free to attend and made made possible by
the generous support of the Friends of the Metuchen Library.
While we will not be able to hold our Lunar New Year celebration this year, there are a many ways to enjoy memorable performances virtually!

The Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company will offer live Lunar New Year performances on their website February 11 at 7:30 p.m. and February 12 at 11:30 a.m.

The Association of NJ Chinese Schools Youth Chinese Orchestra 2020 Winter Virtual Concert is available online. Enjoy the concert performed by 20 young musicians from their homes during the pandemic. Click here to watch.

Xiaofang Huangmei Arts Academy presents a restful night of music, song, and dance through Chinese culture in 'Huangmei's Blooming on the Ground, Fragrance Floating in the Cloud.' Click here to watch.
PROGRAMS
All library programs are now being held virtually unless otherwise noted.

Visit our events calendar
for more information.




Chair Yoga Class with Theresa Jefferson
Saturday, February 13 at 9 a.m.
Click here to register.

Movie Discussion Group: 'At Eternity's Gate' (2018)
Monday, February 15th at 7pm
Email casey.williams@lmxac.org to receive the Zoom link.

Medicare 101
Monday, February 22 at 11 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Click here to register for 11 a.m., click here to register for 6:30 p.m.

The Same Principle Lives in Us: People of African Descent in the American Revolution
Wednesday, February 24 at 7 p.m.
Click here to register.

Book Discussion (grades 6-12): 'Go Ask Alice'
Thursday, February 25 at 5:30 p.m.
Email mwhittington@lmxac.org to register.

Take and Make Craft-ivity Bags (ages 3-6)
Friday, February 26, 11:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Come to library for curbside pickup. For Metuchen patrons only, while supplies last.

Raising Readers with Ms. Joanne (ages 3-6 and caregivers)
Monday, March 1 at 10:30 a.m.
Program will be uploaded to our YouTube channel and shared on our Facebook page, no registration required.

Book Discussion Group: 'The Chalk Man' by C.J. Tudor
Tuesday, March 9, 2021 at 7:30 p.m.
Email lmnop214@optonline.net to receive the Zoom link.

Weekly Programs

Pajama Story Time for kids of all ages
Every other Monday (February 8, 22) at 7 p.m.
Program will be uploaded to our YouTube channel and shared on our Facebook page, no registration required.

Metuchen MedsUnite (Grades 6-12)
Every other Monday (February 15, March 1) at 7 p.m.
Click here to register.

Bookworms with Ms. Glynis (ages 2-3)
Tuesdays at 11 a.m.
Live Zoom program, please email us to register and receive the meeting link.

Rhythm and Rhyme Story Time with Ms. Joanne (ages 2-5)
Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m.
Live Zoom program, please register using the link on our events calendar.

Take Five Kids and YA Book Previews
Wednesdays at 2 p.m.
Uploaded to our YouTube channel and shared on our Facebook page, no registration required.

Adventure Snippets
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
Program will be uploaded to our YouTube channel and shared on our Facebook page, no registration required.

Field Trip Fridays
Fridays at 10:30 a.m.
Visit our Facebook page for a link to a different virtual field trip for kids each week.

Integral Yoga
Every other Saturday (February 20, March 6) at 9 a.m.
Click here to register.
Need help with technology?

The TechEd League is here to help! Volunteers will help you set up email accounts, access library resources, navigate google accounts, help with tablets and smart phones as well as other issues. Please email mwhittington@lmxac.org or call the library at 732-632-8526 to talk with
Ms. Moira about setting up a
one-on-one help session.
Library Cards Extended

Your library card typically expires every three years, at that point we ask patrons to confirm their Metuchen address to renew their cards. Because of the pandemic, we have been extending all Metuchen library cards automatically. As of now we will renew all expiring cards until May 3, 2021 (possibly longer if necessary). If you have any issues with your card, please call us at 732-632-8526 or email metuchenpubliclibrary@lmxac.org.

WE ARE NOT CURRENTLY
ACCEPTING ANY BOOK DONATIONS

If you have more than 25 books to donate, contact local book seller and Friend of the Library Fred Eines.
Fred has agreed to donate part of his book sales to Friends of the Metuchen Library during this time. You can reach Fred at goodbuysfromfred@gmail.com or 732-659-0218.

PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE DONATIONS OUTSIDE THE LIBRARY OR PUT THEM IN THE BOOK DROP