Dear Friend,

March is a month of many celebrations.  We will be honoring Women’s History Month, and, as something new, we will celebrate Youth Art Month with a display of works by Boonton High School seniors.  March is also Irish-American Heritage Month which we will observe with a performance by a lovely guitar concert by our old friend, Darren O’Neil.  Finally, not to be forgotten, March 24-25 are the dates of the annual NJ Makers Day, so be ready for some fun, hands-on crafts for everyone!

Come visit us soon – there’s always something fun happening at your hometown library!

Warm regards,

Lotte

Join Our Repair Cafe!

So-called Repair Cafes have sprung up all over the country to help people mend their broken stuff instead of throwing it out. If you have a special skill that you would be willing to share with your Boonton neighbors, we would love to hear from you! We are looking for all kinds of expertise -- furniture and tool repair, engine maintenance, sewing, lamp wiring, and so much more! 

Please fill out this form if you would like to join us.

Let's do our part for the Right to Repair!

National Women's History Month

We are teaming up with the Boonton Women’s Club to honor National Women’s History Month with an item drive to benefit JBWS (formerly Jersey Battered Women’s Service). A collection basket will be placed in the library March 1-31. The JBWS wishlist may be found here.

The drive will culminate in a item and fundraising program at the end of the month:

Sunday, March 26, 4-5 p.m.

High Tea and Concert by harpist, Fave Fischman

Admission: One or more items from the JBWS wishlist, donated at the door. Register to join us here.

New Activities For Our Youngest Patrons!

Miss Allie now offers an activity for our youngest patrons (and their caregivers!) every Wednesday morning. These programs are a great way for young children to socialize, build motor skills, and become familiar with all the library can offer.

Schedule:

1st and 3rd Wednesday, 10:30 a.m Baby Builders

register to participate here.

2nd Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. Story Time with Movement

register to participate here.

4th Wednesday, 10:30 a.m. Toddler Craft

register to participate here.

And don’t forget about Boonton Cubed, the Minecraft mission extravaganza which runs from Monday, March 6 through Monday, May 1. Details and dates may be found here.

Celebrating Irish-American Heritage

Friday, March 10, 11:30 a.m. Irish Traditions Lunch & Learn. Celtic-themed presentation and craft. Registration required, please. Click here to sign up.

Sunday, March 19, 5-6 p.m.: Celtic Traditions Guitar and Flute Concert with Darren O’Neil and Patricia Lazzara. Light refreshments will be served. Registration required, please. Click here to reserve your seat.

Tuesday, March 21, 7-8:30 p.m. Adult Craft with Patrick Gallagher. Our old friend and expert on all things Irish will lead a wood burning workshop. Registration required, please. Click here to sign up.

For All Ages: Youth Art Month!

Monday, March 13-Thursday, April 6: Art Show by Boonton High School Students

Friday, March 31, 5-7 p.m.  Reception with refreshments.

Did You Know?

Your library card gives you free access to Consumer Reports online. If you are looking to buy a new appliance, car, or find out what hot deals are available today, this is your go-to resource. Just have your card number handy as your login credentials, click on the logo, and you’re ready to explore!

Click here to access Consumer Reports online.

Staff Reading Suggestion

Number One Walking: My Life in Movies and Other Diversions is the true story of how actor/comedian Steve Martin broke into movie acting, told in almost lifelike pencil sketch-type cartoons by illustrator Harry Bliss. With humorous (of course!) illustrated anecdotes and single panel “diversions” this delightful book is perfect for an hour or two of entertainment and laughs.

Request a copy of Number One Walking: My Life in Movies and Other Diversions here.



-Sabrina