All the latest news from the Metuchen Public Library
June 21, 2021
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SERVICES - BACK TO NORMAL
Everyone entering the library will need to continue to wear a mask or other facial covering and maintain a safe social distance.
Monday-Thursday 10am - 7pm
*Tuesday 5pm - 7pm Curbside ONLY*
Friday & Saturday 10am - 5pm
Metuchen residents can continue to request curbside pickup during open library hours.
No appointment is necessary.
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Join our virtual drawing class. This is a mixed method art project. Each student will have different and unique row of flowers.
The class is free to Metuchen cardholders. Space is limited. To register, click here.
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Taught by Local Artist
Kasia Celinska
Tuesday, June 22 at 4pm
Ages 7-12
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Taught by Little Fish Art Studio
Tuesday, June 29 at 4pm
Ages 6-12
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Love, Love, Love Art Class |
Join our virtual drawing class. All you need are watercolor painting set, brushes, water cups, and paper towels. Paper size 9"x 12" ~12"x18".
The class is free to Metuchen cardholders. Space is limited. To register, click here.
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Grant funding has been provided by the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners through a grant award from the Middlesex County Cultural and Arts Trust Fund. |
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Rockness Music
Saturday, June 26 at 1:00pm
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This Concert is to "KICK OFF" for our summer reading program. It will take place outside of the library on the grass, so please bring a blanket or beach chair to sit on. After the concert, you can register for our summer reading program open for ALL AGES! |
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No Registration Required - Email metuchenpubliclibrary@lmxac.org for updates and reminders.
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ONE and DONE BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS
Children's One and Done book discussion groups are back, and you can chose either the Zoom or Live session! 'One and Done Buddies' is for those entering grades 1-3; 'One and Done Buzz' is for those entering grades 3-5. Kids can register for only one program, and registration is required. The groups start in July, so keep your eyes on the library calendar and check in with the Children's Room for more information.
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Family Cooking Class
Wednesday, June 30 at 6:30pm
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Learn to make a delicious plant-forward meal! Cook along with Vanessa of Thirsty Radish, or simply watch the process and make the dishes later. During the class, she will show you how to make vegetarian chili and a refreshing non-alcoholic tea sangria perfect for sipping all summer long. An ingredient list will be provided in advance. This is a fun and engaging class suitable for families and individuals. Click here to register.
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Introducing the 2021 Adult Summer Reading Program
Thursday, June 24 at 6pm & Friday, June 25 at 11am
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Join us as we introduce the 2021 Adult Summer Reading Program: Tails & Tales. We will go over READsquared app and show you how to submit your reading/event log through it. Learn how to win a grand prize, what prizes you will earn, and what summer programs we will be offering. You will be emailed the Zoom link a day before the program.
Click here to register for June 24 at 6pm.
Click here to register for June 25 at 11am.
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BOOK FRIENDS
Calling all teens (just finished 8th-12th grades)! Are you interested in pairing up with an early reader, reading with them and doing an activity? If yes, then Book Friends is for you! The program runs on 4 consecutive Wednesdays - 7/7, 7/14, 7/14 and 7/28 from 10:30am to 12:30pm on Zoom. Have fun, gain experience and earn some volunteer hours. Space is limited so if you are interested, make sure to fill out the application.
Current kindergartners and first graders are invited to apply for Book Friends. To enroll your child in this once weekly Zoom program click here.
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All library programs are being held virtually unless otherwise noted.
for more information.
Take and Make Craft-ivity Bags (Ages 3-6)
Friday, June 25 from 11am to 4:30pm
Liven up Fridays for your child! Come by the library to pick up a Take & Make Craft-ivity Bag containing a literacy related activity or craft. Just call us when you are here, we'll deliver it to you curbside!. For Metuchen patrons only, while supplies last.
Bookworms with Ms. Glynis (Ages 2-3)
Tuesdays at 11am (June 29)
Live Zoom story program, please email us to register and receive the meeting link.
Integral Hatha Yoga Class with Theresa Jefferson
Saturday, July 3 at 9am
Live Zoom program, free but please register using the link on our events calendar.
Weekly Programs
Earth Buddies (Ages 3-7)
Every other Monday (June 21) at 1pm
Join Ms. Joanne for a nature themed story and activity. This pre-recorded program will be uploaded to the Library’s YouTube channel and shared on our Facebook page, no registration required.
Metuchen MedsUnite (Grades 6-12)
Every other Monday (next on June 21) at 7pm
This is an opportunity to develop an interest in medicine. Click here to register.
Peer Tutoring (Grades K-10)
Every Monday through Thursday from 4 to 7pm
Peer tutoring is a free service offered by volunteer high school students. They are not specialists but are available to help students. For more information or to register for tutoring, email mwhittington@lmxac.org.
Online Tech Help
Every Monday - Thursday from 3:30 to 6:45pm and Fridays from 3:30 to 4:45pm
Do you need help with digital gadgets? Do you need help in setting up an email, Zoom or Google account, using a new iPhone or iPad or accessing any of the Library's electronic resources? To set up a free one-on-one appointment, call the library or email mwhittington@lmxac.org.
Rhythm and Rhyme Story Time with Ms. Joanne (ages 2-5)
Wednesdays at 10:15am (June 23 and June 30)
Raising Readers (ages 2-6)
Every other Monday (June 28) at 1pm
Program will be uploaded to our YouTube channel and shared on our Facebook page, no registration required.
Take Five Kids and YA Book Previews
Wednesdays at 2pm
Uploaded to our YouTube channel and shared on our Facebook page, no registration required.
Adventure Snippets
Thursdays at 10:30am
Program will be shared on our Facebook page, no registration required.
Field Trip Fridays
Fridays at 10:30am
Visit our Facebook page for a link to a different virtual field trip for kids each week.
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Local History Digital Archives
Fans of local history should check out the library's local history digital archives. Copies of the Metuchen Recorder and Metuchen Review, as well as older editions of the Blue Letter (Metuchen High School Yearbook) are available to search. You can easily look for information by name, date, event and more! To get started, just click here.
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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
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