Dear Friend,

March 20 marks the first official day of spring in New Jersey. I, for one, am looking forward to warmer and longer days – and getting back outside after a long, cold February.  

With the new consortium-wide software conversion, we have some big changes coming up this month. The changes will mostly affect the backend users, the library staff, so hopefully, the transition will seem smooth and effortless to our patrons. However, you should know that all patron account passwords will be reset between March 24 and 26. This is to ensure that the previous software vendor is unable to access private information in the new system. Please contact the library staff for information about your new password and how to reset it.

Looking forward to seeing you soon at the Boonton Holmes Library!



Warm regards,

Lotte

HOLDS HIATUS FEBRUARY 14-MARCH 21

On March 24, all Main libraries will transition to a new library circulation and cataloging software to manage the shared catalog of 3 million items in the system. In order to streamline the transition, patrons will not be able to place holds between February 14 and March 24. Holds placed before February 14 will be honored, and all other library functions will continue as usual.

March First Friday

Friday, March 7, 5-7 p.m. 

We celebrate the month with special family-friendly Women’s Day trivia contest and other activities on Boonton’s First Friday. All are welcome!

Author Talk with Eleanor Herman

Monday, March 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m. 

Join the best-selling author for a timely conversation on her newest book, Off with her head: 3000 years of demonizing powerful women. Ms. Herman will join us virtually from her home in Washington, DC. Participants may watch the program via zoom from home or join the librarians for a watch party with refreshments in the Makerspace. The zoom link will be emailed to registrants in advance of the program. Reserve your spot here.

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO PARTICIPATED IN THE MARCH BOOK BINGO FOR KIDS – GREAT READING, EVERYONE!

Read Across America Week

March 3rd-6th

Monday, 3/3: Movie Monday, Horton Hears a Who and craft, 1-3pm

Tuesday, 3/4: Take and Make craft

Wednesday, 3/5: Cat in the Hat Yoga, 3:30pm: Register here

Thursday, 3/6: Read-A-Thon, stop by and read together for an hour, 3-4pm

All programs are drop in other than Cat in the Hat Yoga which registration is required for.

Babies and Toddlers

Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 a.m. Tummy Timers. Babies ages 0-walking enjoy soft toys and gentle socializing. Please register your child here.

Wednesdays, 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Toddler Playgroup. Join Mx. Ru for weekly play and activity times for toddlers (walking to 3 years) and their caregivers. Register your child here. 

Lunch & Learn

Fridays, 11:30 a.m. 

We have 2 great programs coming up:

March 14: All about Honeybees with Landi Simone. The veteran beekeeper from Gooserock Farm discusses her long history of keeping bees and maintaining apiaries all over New Jersey. Reserve your spot here.

March 28: Author and Astrologer, Kathy Biehl, returns with another of her humorous and insightful astrology talks – this time we will learn all about the importance of moon signs. Reserve your spot here.

Fiber Arts Club

1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 6:00 p.m.

 If you enjoy socializing while working with yarn and textiles, this one’s for you. No registration required; just bring your project and get cozy in the Makerspace.

Mobility Club Exercise

Mondays, 9 a.m., starting March 31

Our pilot program with instructor, Jon Leslie, proved so popular that we have engaged him for another round of sessions. Reserve your spot(s) here.

Mah Jongg Instruction For Beginners  

From time to time, we get inquiries about mah jongg lessons.  If you are looking to try out the game, please fill out this form.  If there’s sufficient interest, we will start a series of classes.

Upcoming Events @ BHPL



Visit the library during March to join our Fiber Arts Club, participate in Famous Women Trivia or attend our lunch and learn about honeybees! Check our website for announcements about additional exciting upcoming events.

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