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LITTLE SILVER LIBRARY
Newsletter
February 2024
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Operating Hours
Monday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday: 10:00am - 5:30 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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No matter what the groundhog predicts, February tends to be the coldest month of the year, so it's the perfect time to catch up on your reading!
Read below to see what special events are available this month.
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The library will be closed Monday, February 19 in observance of Presidents Day.
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The Tuskegee Airmen, Presented by Paul Zigo | | |
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Wednesday,
February 14
at 11:00 am
| Local historian Paul Zigo will present the history of the Tuskegee airmen, America's first black pilots. The presentation will discuss the airmen's wartime accomplishments and the unit's overall effect on American society. | | |
Movie Matinee: "A Haunting in Venice" | | |
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Wednesday,
February 21
at 1:00 PM
Set on Hallows' Eve, in eerie, post-World War II Venice, this mystery features the return of celebrated sleuth Hercule Poirot. The story is loosely based on Agatha Christie's "Hallowe'en Party." loosely
based on the 1969
Film runs 104 minutes, rated PG-13.
Registration not required.
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Thursday, February 22
1:00 - 3:00 pm and
Friday, February 23
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Local artist Carol Bruno will lead another popular watercolor painting class. No experience is needed. All materials will be provided.
Registration is required. Call now to reserve your spot.
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Make Bracelets for Yourself and a Friend | | |
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Thursday,
February 8
After School
Just in time for Valentine's Day (or Galentine's Day), we'll be making beaded bracelets to share with friends!
Registration is required, as supplies are limited. For grades 5 and older.
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Tuesday is Children's Day in the library. We have weekly storytime every Tuesday morning, and afternoon programs for older children.
You do not need to register for our weekly storytime.
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Tuesdays,
February 6 & 13
4:00 to 4:30 pm
Make a beautiful gift for someone on February 6, and create a shapes collage on February 13.
Registration is not required. All ages are welcome.
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Tuesdays,
February 20 & 27
4:00 - 4:30 pm
We have school age afternoon programs for children in grades Kindergarten and up.
Join Ms. Danya for STEM, LEGO® playtime, stories and fun!
Registration is not required.
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Available in the Children's Room
Join
We've created "Take 'N Make Craft" kits for our youngest patrons to enjoy! Perfect indoor activity for wintery weather.
Pick up a new craft every week. Available in the Children's Room while supplies last!
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Non-Fiction/History Book Club | | |
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Monday,
March 4,
at 6:30 pm
The Non-Fiction/History Book Club is reading "H Is for Hawk," by Helen Macdonald.
The group will not meet in February, but will discuss this book at their next meeting on Monday, March 4 at 6:30 pm.
You may contact the library at 732-747-9649 to borrow a copy of the book.
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On Display: Toby Jug Collection | | |
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We are delighted to have a collection of literary-themed Toby Jugs on display in the library.
Long-time Little Silver resident John Keenan began collecting the jugs in the 1960s. His daughters Stephanie Keenan and Jennifer Forrar selected jugs representing famous authors and literary characters to create the perfect collection for our display case.
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Board of Trustees Meeting | | |
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Monday,
February 5
6:00 pm
The Little Silver Library Board of Trustees will meet in the library on February 5, at 6:00 pm. The public is welcome to attend.
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New Museum Passes:
The Morgan Museum and Library
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In addition to visiting J. Pierpont Morgan's beautiful library and amazing collection of books, there are many interesting rotating exhibits to explore.
Fans of Marie Benedict's "The Personal Librarian," might enjoy an exhibit coming in October: "Belle De Costa Greene: A Librarian's Legacy."
Stop in the library to pick up passes. Quantities are limited.
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Winter is a great time to visit visit a museum with our free passes!
Don't forget, passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and quantities are limited.
For more information on museum passes, click here.
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