Dear Friend,

Happy summer to you!  We haven’t quite seen those lazy sunny days just yet, but we have months to go, so there’s hope.

At the Boonton Holmes Library, summer reading for kids and adults is in full swing.  Come on in and register with your library card and pick up a couple of good books as well.  Diving into a good read is a great way to spend a summer afternoon.

As something new, we are now lending from our collection of excellent jigsaw puzzles which can come in very handy for those rainy days when you are stuck inside.

Come see us soon!

Warm regards,

Lotte

EXTRA EXTRA! 

Summer Hours: 

Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Friday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

NEW: Sunday: 1-4 p.m.

Summer of Spielberg!

Our first outdoor movie screening of the season was so popular that we decided to schedule a mini-series of great Spielberg movies in our backyard. The screenings are free and open to the public. You bring your own lawn chair. Freshly made popcorn, snacks, and bottled water for sale. All proceeds will be earmarked for the children’s room.

Friday, July 7 at 8:30 p.m.: E.T.

Thursday, July 20 at 8 p.m.: Hook

Thursday, August 10 at 7:30 p.m.: Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark

Friday, September 8 7:30 p.m.: Jurassic Park

Please check our website for parental guidance details.

This year’s summer reading program for kids, themed “All Together Now”, kicked off with a fantastic live animal show by Zoophoria. Children with a Boonton library card are invited to register for the summer reading program at any time before August 22. 

Registered participants record their reading activity in a special reading log and are eligible to enter to win one of the weekly summer reading prizes.  

We have lots of fun events scheduled in July and August. For more information, visit our Summer Reading Calendar.

Sign up for the Summer Reading Program here.

Qi Gong Returns!

Wednesdays at 9 a.m., starting July 5.

Our old friend and qi gong instructor, Bianca Godoy, will be back with a summer series of movement for wellbeing and health. Depending on the weather, the sessions will be held either in the library’s backyard or in the third floor great room which is accessible via stairs from Church Street. Registration required, please. Reserve your spot here.

Weekly Mah Jongg & Canasta Game Night

Our great canasta classes for beginners with Jim Cavallo have come to an end but this doesn’t mean an end to the games. There will be plenty of opportunities for a game or two this summer:

Mondays, 2-4 p.m.: Mah Jongg drop in.  

All levels are welcome.

NEW: Wednesdays, 5-8 p.m.: Game Night.  

Mah jongg and canasta. The game tables will be out with both cards and tiles, so take your pick! Light refreshments will be available. Registration is required, please. Reserve your spot here.  



Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Canasta.  

Registration required, please. Reserve your spot here.

School Supplies Drive and Fundraiser

July 5-August 22nd: School Supplies Collection: The Boonton Women’s Club will place a school supplies collection box in the library. The items will be distributed to Boonton school children in need.

Sunday, July 23, 4-5:30 p.m.: Painting on the Patio

Join members of the Women’s Club for a delightful item and fundraiser in our backyard: A creative afternoon featuring a watercolor workshop, led by artist, Susan Sopira, and delicious summer refreshments.  Admission $10 or school supplies. Save your spot here.

Staff Reading Suggestion

Atalanta by Jennifer Saint is a beautiful retelling of the Greek myth of Atalanta, the only female member of the Argonauts. Atalanta is a maiden of Artemis who sets out for adventure and glory on the quest to find the Golden Fleece. For anyone who loved Circe, Song of Achilles or older Percy Jackson fans.

Request your copy of Atalanta here.

-Allie