WCPL News & Events June 2020

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The West Caldwell Library Team is now preparing for a safe reopening of on-site services. The State of NJ will include libraries in pending Phase 2 services, and we will share the date as soon as we know. Once Phase 2 begins, we expect to first lend books with curbside pickup. Our on-site services will increase as per State of NJ health and safety regulations. Until then, we invite everyone to explore our current online services. Our fantastic team is happy to talk, chat, email on the topic of your choice: how to download an eBook or just say hello. We'd love to hear from you. Please chat through our website or email any of us through [email protected] Samantha Cordaro McCoy Library Director

Have Fun with Lego Challenge, Strange Reptiles and Campfire Stories & Songs

The Strange World of Reptiles! Thursday, June 18 at 2:00 pm Children of all ages will enjoy learning about "The Strange World of Reptiles" when Erin Mellini from Snakes & Scales presents this popular Zoom program. To sign-up for this program on Zoom, please email Amy Moran at [email protected].

Virtual "Peaceful Poetry Reading Series" Thursday, June 4 @ 6:00 pm Relax with virtual Poetry Readings from accomplished Essex County poets on Thursdays at 6:00 pm. Poets will share 15-minute weekly readings of their favorite poems that are intended to offer tranquility and peace of mind. The fifth poetry reading, on June 4, will feature bestselling author, poet & journalist Martin Golan (pictured) of Montclair, who will read some his new poems including " Breaking of the Vessels," "Glimpse of a Father Hiding," and "Job Interview." The poetry readings can be seen on our Facebook page or on YouTube.

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Virtual "Night Time Read" Book Club Discussion Tuesday, June 9 @ 6:30 pm Attend a lively, virtual book discussion of "The Stars Are Fire" by bestselling author Anita Shreve. This suspenseful novel deals with an extraordinary woman and her two toddlers whose lives are tested by a catastrophic event and its devastating aftermath. Based on the true story of the largest fire in Maine's history that occurred in October 1947 and its effects on the people living along the coastline. Meeting ID: 815 9871 2983 Password: 762317 Click here for Zoom Login

ESL Classes Available Online Monday - Friday @ 1:00 pm This popular class is structured for individuals needing help with beginner and conversational English. Running successfully for over 18 years, the program is being conducted online using Zoom Video Conferencing, an easy to use program allowing multiple participants to share live audio & video. Join the class by contacting Kathy Marinaccio at kathy.marinaccio@westcaldwell. bccls.org Miss Michelle's Musical Story Times Online Wednesdays at 4:00 pm and Saturdays at 10:30 am Join Miss Michelle for her fun Story Times featuring stories, music and crafts online. Follow us on our Facebook page to watch her exciting Story Times! These Story Times will be offered on Zoom beginning June 17 & 20 Visit our Facebook page

Zoom Lego Challenge! Tuesday, June 2 @ 2:00 pm Children of all ages can have fun using their own Legos, blocks and imagination during a special "Zoom Lego Challenge" with Miss Amy. This special event will be offered on Zoom . To register, email Amy Moran at [email protected] Virtual Crochet Club! Thursday, June 11 @ 3:00 pm Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join our Virtual Crochet Club and learn basic crochet stitches and patterns. You will also learn about the tools, techniques & materials needed to crochet. To sign-up, email Richelle DeFrank at [email protected]

Summer Reading Series "Imagine Your Story" kicks off with Virtual "Family Campfire Stories & Songs" Thursday, June 11 @ 7:00 pm Children in grades 1-5 and their parents or guardians will enjoy a fun evening of "Family Campfire Stories & Songs." The popular children's musician & storyteller Miss Jolie (pictured) will entertain the whole family with music on her guitar and ukulele, movement and some campfire stories. After the stories and songs, have fun making s'mores for snacks. This program will be videotaped in Grover Cleveland Park and the video will be posted on the Library's Facebook page and YouTube channel for everyone to watch on Thursday, June 11 at 7:00 pm.

Birthday Announcements Milo Coleman - June 5 Kathy Marinaccio, ESL Teacher - June 8 Are you celebrating a birthday soon? If so, then why not share the date of your birthday with us and we will include it here so everyone can send you birthday wishes! Send your name and birthday to ethan.galvin@ westcaldwell.bccls.org Happy Birthday!

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