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The library will be closed on Monday, January 20 for
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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WINTER READING CHALLENGE
FOR ALL AGES
From Jan. 1 to Jan. 31, we’re participating in “Be a Reading Machine,” a Winter Reading Challenge sponsored by Beanstack and Baker & Taylor.
We challenge our community to read at least 5 hours (or more!) during the month and keep track of your reading on our Beanstack site or on the Beanstack app.
All participants who log a minimum of 5 reading hours will be eligible to win one of three [words] Bookstore gift cards!
You can increase your chances of winning by logging more hours and submitting book reviews. Happy winter reading, Maplewood!
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DIGITAL DEVICE CLINICS
Thursdays, January 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
11-1 at 129 Boyden Ave.
Drop in and get one-on-one help for using your laptop, tablet, phone or other digital device. We can't repair your device, but we can help you with apps, email, and most other device issues.
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BOOKS NOW AND THEN (Hybrid)
Thursday, January 9 / 6:30 pm at Hilton Branch
Our January read is Flaubert’s Parrot by Julian Barnes, plus the Flaubert story that inspired it, "Un Coeur Simple," which can be found in BCCLS as "A Simple Heart" or on Project Gutenberg as "A Simple Soul."
To attend via Zoom, register here.
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YARN & FIBER ARTS GROUP
Saturdays, January 4, February 1
10-1 at Hilton Branch
Do you enjoy creating with yarn or fabric? Unwind, connect, and get support among fellow crafters while working on your projects. We welcome all adults, regardless of skill level.
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EMPOWER AND EXCEL: SUCCESSSFUL COLLEGE TRANSITION FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS WITH
504 PLANS AND EIPS (Virtual)
Jan. 14 at 6:30 pm Register here.
This workshop by My College Planning Team ensures students with learning or physical disabilities are fully equipped to unleash their potential in college. Families learn to navigate applications and disability disclosure, transition from high school IEPs/504 plans, learn to self-advocate for accommodations, utilize campus resources and supports, develop essential academic strategies and self-care, and build confidence, leadership, and responsibility.
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NEW JERSEY STATE-BASED FINANCIAL AID (Virtual)
Jan 22 at 7 pm Register here.
Are you aware of all the free financial aid available to teens and adults, just by virtue of living in New Jersey? This workshop, run by a representative of New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA), will explain in detail what aid students might be eligible for, how to navigate the application process, aid for undocumented students, and more.
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- Unless otherwise noted, programs are drop-in at Hilton Branch
- All children must be accompanied by an adult
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Programs designed for families & not camps or preschool groups. Groups may arrange a special program or visit to the library: 973.762.1688 ext 5101 or at kids@maplewoodlibrary.org
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BABY LAPSIT (birth-18 months): Jan. 2, 9. & 23 at 10:30 am
Designed for children who are being held or learning to crawl.
TODDLER (ages 1-3): Jan. 6 & 13 at 10:30 am
Early literacy fun with stories, songs, movement & rhymes
WILMA AND THE WINGERS (all ages): Jan. 11 at 11 am
An interactive and inclusive storytime with live music.
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COMIC CLUB Jan. 8 at 3:30 pm
Draw, write, and create your own stories or use our prompts.
Comic Club is an informal, self-directed creative writing program for kids ages 5-12 .(Caregiver must remain in building).
Bring what you have been working on or use provided supplies.
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LEGO CLUB Jan 10 at 3:30 pm
for ages 5 and up with a participating adult
Join us for an hour of imagination! Lego creations will be displayed in the library.
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FAMILY GAME NIGHT Jan. 13 & 27 at 6 pm
Enjoy some oversized (and regular-sized) games with family and friends!
For ages 5 and up
Thank you to the Friends of the Library for making this program possible!
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British Swim School presents:
WATER SAFETY STORYTIME
Jan. 14 at 3:30 pm
For ages 3-8
Hear a fun story along with some water safety tips, and get a goodie bag.
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GARDEN STATE LION DANCERS Jan. 25 at 11:30
Celebrate Lunar New Year! Garden State Lions present a traditional Lion Dance performance, with some modern twists. For all ages.
Program starts promptly at 11:30.
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LUNAR NEW YEAR SCAVENGER HUNT
Jan. 25 through Feb. 15
Drop in at Hilton Branch to find all 12 animals of the Chinese Zodiac!
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HOMESCHOOL TUESDAY
For new and experienced families
Check our calendar for dates.
Share tips & experiences and learn about resources while kids do hands-on activities.
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MUSEUM PASS PROGRAM
Our Museum Pass program, funded by the Friends, allows you to visit area museums for free. The passes are available to Maplewood adult resident library card holders in good standing.
Reserve a pass online, using your library barcode number. You can search by museum or by date. Get more info here.
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Adult Services: 129 Boyden Ave
Children's/Teen Services: 1688 Springfield Ave.
973-762-1688
Monday - Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm
Friday: 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm
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