October 2024 Newsletter

Announcements

We are CLOSED on Monday, October 14th in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous' Peoples Day

Thank you for visiting us at the Wallington Fall Festival last month! If you signed up for a library card at the festival, be sure to stop by and pick up your card from the library.

Exciting News! ESL Classes and programs are coming soon! Please click the button below to be notified when registration opens.

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Polish readers, we want to hear from you! What kind of books do you want to see in our Polish Collection? Click here to fill out a quick survey with your thoughts.


Czytelnicy polscy, chcemy usłyszeć od Was! Jakie książki chcielibyście zobaczyć w naszej polskiej kolekcji? Kliknij tutaj, aby wypełnić krótką ankietę ze swoimi przemyśleniami.

Events for Adults

(registration opens 2 weeks before each program & event)

Bingocize

Mondays at 1:00 PM

Join us for a fun health program that combines bingo, exercise, and fall prevention education!


Mid-Bergen Regional Health Commission will come every Monday to the library for weekly sessions of physical exercise.


Click here to view the calendar and register.

American Mah Jongg

Open Play

Wednesdays

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Open play time for American Mah Jongg is every Wednesday from 1 PM to 3 PM. No registration necessary.

American Mah Jongg lessons for beginners are coming back! Click on the button below to get notified when registration opens.

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How to Crochet for Beginners Thursday - October 10th

6:00 PM to 6:45 PM

Join us as we host our first crochet lesson! As we are testing this out with a small group first, be sure to register! 


Click here to register.

Beyond the Bookshelf Book Club

Wednesday - October 16th

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

For the month of October we'll be discussing the atmospheric thriller, The Guest List by Lucy Foley. Join us for a great discussion! Stop by the library to pick up a copy. eBook and eAudiobook are available on the Libby app AND the Hoopla app! New members are always welcome!


Click here to register.


"An audiobook that has it all—an excellent cast of narrators (Jot Davies, Chloe Massey, Olivia Dowd, Aoife McMahon, Sarah Ovens, and Rich Keeble), a fascinating locale and premise, and enough twists and turns to keep listeners engaged up until the very end." - Library Journal

Scrabble Club

Monday - October 21st

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Come to the library and test your vocabulary by playing Scrabble. Playing Scrabble can improve your memory, focus, and allows you to interact with others!


Click here to register.

Transforming Podiatric Medicine with Dr. Warner, DPM

Tuesday - October 22nd

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

Are you having foot issues that you are concerned with? You don’t need to live with foot pain! Come hear from Dr. Kevin Warner, DPM as he shares how to manage all kinds of podiatric problems. Presentation will be followed by a Q+A.


Click here to learn more and to register.

Redefining Retirement Information Session

Tuesday - October 22nd

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Are you retired and looking for ways to volunteer using your skills and life experience?

If so, Redefining Retirement is right for you!


Join us for an information session with Bergen Volunteers to learn about the types of volunteer opportunities available, both in-person and virtual.


During this session, liaisons will offer insight into the nonprofit community, and explain how they will assist in finding the opportunity that is right for you. Join us and take your first step towards an enjoyable and meaningful volunteer role.


Click here to learn more and to register.

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Francine and Joel Music: Through the Decades

Wednesday - October 23rd

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM

We're excited to host musical performers Francine and Joel at the Wallington Library! Francine and Joel will be taking us "Through the Decades"! Join us on this musical journey through the years featuring music from the turn of the century (1900’s) through the 2000’s. Soul, swing, Motown, disco, Sinatra, Bette Midler, Glen Miller, Elvis and more! Sing along and dance to your favorites!


Click here to register.

Adult Craft: Glass Beaded Jewelry

Saturday - October 26th

1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Join us for a jewelry making event! This session is for adults. Spark creativity as you design your own necklaces using colorful beads and threads. Guided by our guest instructor, you'll learn basic techniques and create dazzling treasures to take home!


Click here to register.

Cook the Books Book Club

Wednesday - October 30th

6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Enjoy cooking, chatting, and trying new recipes? Join us for Cook the Books! We'll meet once a month to try different recipes from a cookbook. This month's pick is Barefoot Contessa, How Easy is That? by Ina Garten.


Click here to learn more and to register.

Youth Events

(registration opens 2 weeks before each program & event)

Bright & Early Storytime

Tuesdays, October 8th and 15th at 11:00 AM

Start your day off on the right foot by listening to a fun story!


Click here to view the calendar and register.

Children's Yoga Class

Tuesday - October 8th

4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Join us for some yoga fun and let's learn some moves together. Please be sure to bring a yoga mat or towel to the event. Bring a water bottle too, to stay hydrated!


Click here to register.

Kids Craft: Fall Canvas Painting

Wednesday - October 9th

4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Join our featured instructor Magda of MM Art Studio for a fun fall themed acrylic painting class for kids ages 7 and up! All supplies will be provided.


Click here to register.

Crafternoon: Witch Paper Plate Hats

Thursday - October 10th

4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Come over to the library and keep the Halloween vibes going by creating Witch Paper Plate Hats!


Click here to register.

Music and Movement

Wednesday - October 16th

1:00 PM to 1:45 PM

Come join the fun with our music and movement program for babies and toddlers! Inspire wiggles and giggles with the joyful exploration of sound and movement. This program is for babies, toddlers, and children of all ages.


Click here to register.

Captain Underpants Trivia Party

Wednesday - October 16th

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Come test your Captain Underpants knowledge at our Captain Underpants Trivia Party! Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers! 


Click here to register.

Children's Diwali Program

Thursday - October 17th

4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Let’s celebrate Festival of Lights with exquisite crafts, story, and an on the spot role play! Children ages 5-12 can register to join us as we celebrate Diwali! Bhavna Singh of Ayam Arts will lead a storytime, craft, and role play. Space is limited so sign up today!


Click here to register.

Reading to Rosie

Friday - October 18th

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Children of all ages are invited to join us for a fun-filled afternoon of reading to our favorite friend, Rosie! Rosie is a therapy dog who loves getting read to! 


Heads up! Not only does Rosie love reading, but she also loves giving kisses and getting bellyrubs.


Click here to register.

Spooky Bright & Early Storytime

Tuesday - October 22nd

11:00 AM to 11:45 AM

Our normal storytime with a spooky, fun twist! Costumes encouraged!


Click here to register.

Successfully Navigating College Admissions This Fall

Tuesday - October 22nd

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

*Virtual Program*

This program is recommended for parents and their high school teens and is a detailed and strategic overview of what students should focus on for a successful college admissions process.


The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC.


Click here for more information and to register.

Kid's Movie Night: It's a Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown

Thursday - October 24th

5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Come stop by the library and watch this classic Halloween movie, It's The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown! Costumes are strongly encouraged!


Click here to register.

Children's Craft: Glass Beaded Jewelry

Saturday - October 26th

11:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Join us for a jewelry making event just for kids ages 8 and up! Spark creativity as children design their own bracelets using colorful beads and threads. Guided by our guest instructor, they'll learn basic techniques and create dazzling treasures to take home!


Click here to register.

Kid's Halloween Movie Night: Casper

Thursday - October 31st

5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Come stop by the library and get spooky for Halloween by watching the Halloween movie, Casper! Costumes are strongly encouraged and Halloween snacks will be provided! 


Click here to register.

Children's

Take Home

Craft Kits

Be sure to stop by on

October 4th and 18th for this month's craft kits!

Got questions about any of these events? Email us at wallcirc@bccls.org

Check Out Some New Releases Hitting Shelves in

October and Visit Us to Find Even More!

Lifeform

by Jenny Slate

Release Date: 10/22/2024

Genre: Essays

Age: Adult

Sonny Boy (Large Print)

by Al Pacino

Release Date: 10/15/2024

Genre: Memoir

Age: Adult

What Does it Feel Like?

by Sophie Kinsella

Release Date: 10/8/2024

Genre: Fiction

Age: Adult

For She is Wrath

by Emily Varga

Release Date: 10/29/2024

Genre: Fantasy - Romance

Age: Young Adult

The Bakery Dragon

by Devin Elle Kurtz

Release Date: 10/1/2024

Genre: Picture Book

Age: Children

Katie the Catsitter #4: The Purrfect Plan

by Colleen A.F. Venable

Release Date: 10/8/2024

Genre: Graphic Novel

Age: Middle Grade

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