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 Haddonfield Public Library
November 2010
Volume 3, number 11 |
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Greetings!
November is a month to give thanks. We celebrate our freedom in several ways. On Election Day, November 2, we go to the polls to elect representatives to keep our democracy alive. We also honor American veterans on Nov. 11, Veterans Day. Then we have our Thanksgiving events with our families, friends, and loved ones. Educate yourself about freedom!
This month we are launching a new service called "Express Reads." Please read about this herein.
Author Bill Meehan visits to collect scary stories for his forthcoming book "Haunted Haddonfield II" on Nov. 30. Kids can begin to learn Spanish at Spanish Storytime on Nov. 16. Stop in soon!
Haddonfield Public Library Past President, NJ Library Association 2009-10 Election Day Information Do you need information on candidates and issues for voting on November 2, Election Day? The League of Women Voters of NJ is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization whose purpose is to promote political responsibility through informed and active participation in government. To find information on voting places and voter registration; Congressional Voters Guide for District 3; an analysis of the Ballot Question, and lots more, visit www.lwvnj.org. |
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 November Library Schedule
The library will be closed on November 2, 11 (Election Day and Veterans Day) and 25 (Thanksgiving) and 26. All but Thanksgiving Day are for budget closings. The library will be closed a total of 12 days between Sept. and Dec. 31 for budgetary reasons. The salary funds saved from these closings bridge
about 1/3 of the budget gap this year. We regret the inconvenience to the public. For a complete listing of the schedule, click here
The library's daily schedule for fall / winter is:
Monday - Thursday 10 am to 9 pm
Friday 10 am to 6 pm; Saturday 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday 1 to 5 pm |
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Honor Veterans and our Freedom on November 11 on Veterans Day
 | | President Eisenhower signing legislation that amended Armistice Day to be called Veterans Day to honor living veterans. |
Veterans Day gives Americans the opportunity to celebrate the bravery and sacrifice of all U.S. veterans.
However, some Americans don't know why we commemorate our veterans on Nov.11. Veterans Day, formerly known as Armistice Day, originally was set as a U.S. legal holiday to honor the end of World War I on Nov. 11, 1918. In legislation passed in 1938, Nov. 11 was "dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be hereafter celebrated and known as "Armistice Day."
A Brief History of Veterans Day In 1954, after having been through both World War II and the Korean War, the 83rd U.S. Congress amended the Act of 1938 by striking out the word "Armistice" and inserting the word "Veterans." After approval of the legislation on June 1,1954, Nov. 11 became a day to honor American veterans of all wars. Nov. 11, is specifically set aside to thank and honor living veterans who served honorably in the military in war or peace. Memorial Day honors service members who died in service to their country or as a result of injuries incurred during battle. This information came from www.military.com
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 Check Out Express Reads and Express DVDs!
In an effort to get books to you sooner, we are launching a new collection of the most sought after reads. It is called "Express Reads." Best sellers with high demand will be placed on a special shelf and will be available on a first come, first serve basis. They will circulate for one week only. They may not be renewed. If the books are kept out longer than 7 days, the fine will be $2 a day. This won't affect the process of putting a hold on a book. It just gives you another option to get the book faster if you are in the right place at the right time.
This service will also be available for some high demand DVDs. Stay tuned for more information and find out soon when you visit the library. |
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 Spanish Story Time & Make a Cookie Events @ the Children's Dept.
The popular Spanish Storytime will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 16 at 1:30 pm for ages 3-6. Kids will enjoy a story, learn new Spanish words and make a craft. Call 429-1304 or visit the library to sign up!
Decorate gingerbread men at Preschool Storytime for 3-5 year olds on Nov. 16 at 10:30 am; Nov. 17 at 1:30 pm and at Toddlertime for ages 2-3 on Nov. 18 at 10:30 am.
The Haddonfield Friends of the Library provide funding for these programs, consider joining them at hfol.org
Pick out some holiday books and movies to enjoy with your family. See all that is going on in the Children's Dept. with Dorothy Peppard, Children's Librarian, and the library staff.
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 Teen Craft Night on November 16- Make Your Own Fall Candle
Teens, are you looking for activities and good books to read? Come to a craft event on Nov. 16 to Make Your Own Fall Candle from 6:30-7:30 pm. Make a cool decoration or present for your family for a Thanksgiving centerpiece. Sign up is required by calling 429-1304 or RSVP on the library's Facebook page at www.haddonfieldlibrary.org
Join the TAB (Teen Advisory Board) to plan events, make new friends, and to get good books and DVDs. For more information, email Erica Braverman.
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 Author Bill Meehan Collects Scary Stories for Haunted Haddonfield II- share your story on Nov.30!
Bill Meehan, author of Haunted Haddonfield, will discuss his forthcoming book "Haunted Haddonfield II" on Nov. 30, at 7 pm. He will talk about the ghost stories and paranormal events that he is researching for the new book. He invites guests to bring along their own stories for him to research. Mr. Meehan will share the results of his research with those whose stories he researches. The publication date has not yet been set. A lively question and answer session will follow. Copies of "Haunted Haddonfield I" will be on sale and available for autograph.
The program is free but call 429-1304 to register. The Haddonfield Friends of the Library are co-sponsors of the event.
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Coming Events @ the library
Nov. 3- Drop in for Business Resources Online from 12:30-2 pm
Nov. 10- Setting Up and Using Yahoo Email from 10:30-11:30 am
Nov. 15- Adult Book Club "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett from 7-8:30 pm
Nov. 16- Setting Up and Using Yahoo Email from 6:30-7:30 pm (repeat class)
Nov. 16- Make a Candle Teen Craft event from 6:30-7:30 pm
Nov. 18- Friends of the Library from 7-8:30 pm
Nov. 23- Library Board of Trustees at 8 am
Nov. 30- Author Bill Meehan Discusses "Haunted Haddonfield II" from 7-8:30 pm
For more information, visit Calendar of Events |
Contact us at Haddonfield Public Library
Haddonfield Public Library 60 North Haddon Avenue Haddonfield, NJ 08033
contact@haddonfieldlibrary.org 856-429-1304 |
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