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 Haddonfield Public Library
May 2012
Volume 5, number 5
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Greetings!
May is the month for gardening at the library. The library will host two interesting and informative gardening programs on May 2 and 16. Read about them below. We are partnering with the Haddonfield Environmental Commission, Shade Tree Commission, and Master Gardeners of Camden County to bring these topics to the community. All are welcome!
Dan Gutman, renowned Haddonfield children's book author, returns on May 9 to celebrate Children's Book Week. Check it out!
We are pleased to announce that Kathleen Metrick has joined the library staff!
The library is again holding 2 computer classes to assist people seeking employment to use Internet resources to find jobs. Take advantage of these quality sessions taught by Reference Librarian Jo-Ann Pure.
We are especially grateful to Robin Potter and local residents for trimming shrubbery at the library and mulching the trees for healthy growth. Haddonfield volunteers really make a difference in the quality of life in Haddonfield and at the library.
Cordially,
Susan Briant
Library Director
Haddonfield Public Library
Past President, NJ Library Association 2009-10
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May Schedule and Holidays / Closed Days for 2012 
The library will be closed in May on:
May 26-28- budget closings on May 26 and 27 and May 28, Memorial Day holiday.
Holidays/ Closed Days in 2012
- January 1,2, *16 * Feb. 20, *April 6, 8, * May 26, * 27, 28 July 4, *5, Sept. 1-3, * Oct. 8, * Nov.6, * 12, 22 Dec. 24 & 25, Dec. 31 (close at 1 pm.) and January 1, 2013. * = budget closing day.
Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday 10 am to 9 pm
Friday- 10 am to 6 pm
Saturday- 10 am to 5 pm
Sunday- 1 to 5 pm
Call the library at 429-1304 in bad weather to check for closings or visit www.haddonfieldlibrary.org
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Dan Gutman Visits the Library!
Catch My Weird School and Baseball Card Adventures author Dan Gutman at Haddonfield Public Library on Wednesday, May 9 at 7:00 pm during Children's Book Week! Dan will present his new Baseball Card Adventure: Ted & Me and entertain us with a slide show. We'll have a book signing and celebrate Dan's series The Genius Files making the New York Times Best Seller List! Bring your family (age 5 up) for a fun way to launch spring baseball season. Snacks will be served. Call 429-1304 or visit the children's department to sign up.
The Friends of the Library fund all children's, teen, and adult programs @ your library!
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John Nystedt discusses "Restoring Nature in Our Watershed" on May 2, at 7 pm.
Visit the library on May 2 at 7 pm for "Restoring Nature in our Watershed" to hear a discussion on helping the environment by planting native plants, managing your property sustainably, building a rain garden, and protecting our streams. John Nystedt, a Landscape Architect and Habitat Restoration Specialist with the Delaware Riverkeeper Network, will address these issues and more during a presentation. He will discuss our native plant communities and what species are well suited to our yards; what we can do on each of our properties to promote better water quality and stream health; how to build a rain garden to improve stormwater runoff; how we can be involved with watershed improvement; and how to avoid and manage non-native invasive species. Mr. Nystedt's talk will include a slide show, followed by a question and answer session. This free program is co-sponsored by the Haddonfield Environmental Commission and the Haddonfield Friends of the Library. Call 429-1304 to register.
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 Robin Potter Discusses "The Four Season Garden" on May 16 at 7 pm!
Join us on May 16 at 7 pm for "The Four Season Garden" with Robin Potter. Do you have a great spring garden, but not much going on after the azaleas and daffodils are done? Learn how to have flowers in your garden all four seasons. Robin will discuss which plants look great in the fall and winter, as well as in the spring and summer. She will talk about low maintenance gardening and container designs that work well throughout the year. A question and answer session will follow the presentation. Robin Potter is a Camden County Master Gardener. She lectures throughout Camden County and the Philadelphia area on gardening and garden design. Robin is a regular speaker for the Pennsylvania Horticulture Society, trains Master Gardeners on trees and shrubs, and writes occasional articles on horticulture. Robin gardens in Haddonfield and is chair of the Haddonfield Shade Tree Commission, co-sponsor of this free program.
Call 429-1304 to register for this free program co-sponsored by the Haddonfield Friends of the Library. |
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 The Library Hosts these Computer Classes to Find eBooks and Jobs in May
May 8- Introducing the Overdrive eBook Library from 6-7 pm - find out how to get free ebooks with your library card through the library's subscription to Overdrive. No registration is required.
May 16- Using WORD for Resumes from 11 am to 12 pm - looking to refresh or develop a new resume? Find out about using the library's computer resources to achieve that resume! Register for this free course by calling 856-429-1304.
May 24- Using WORD for Resumes from 1 - 2 pm - repeat class. Are you
looking to refresh or develop a new resume? Find out about using the library's computer resources to achieve that resume! Register for this free course by calling 856-429-1304.
These sessions are taught by Jo-Ann Pure, Reference Librarian.
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 Kathleen Metrick Joins the Library Staff
Kathleen Metrick has joined the library staff as Supervisor of Cataloging and Technical Services. Ms. Metrick begins her duties on May 1. Kathleen came from her position as Cataloging Supervisor at the Burlington County College Library and as a staff member in the Reference Dept. at the Burlington County Public Library System. Kathleen has taken the position formerly held by Anne Frontino, who retired on March 30, after serving the library since 1991. Anne initiated the adult book group in 2009. Kathleen will take over the adult book group in Sept.
Kathleen says, " I'm thrilled to be here in Haddonfield in the Technical Services Dept., especially during this time when electronic access to materials is expanding so much. Libraries are in the forefront of providing access to these new technologies." Stop in and meet Kathleen @ your library!
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 Teens Craft Night is May 22! Erica Braverman, Teen Coordinator at the library, welcomes teens for a fun evening on May 22 at 6:30 pm. Teen will learn how to decorate cup cakes, have fun and meet new friends. The library will provide the materials. Visit the library's Facebook page or call 429-1304 to register for this free program.
The Robotics Club for teens and tweens will meet on May 7 and 21 at 6:30 pm. Preregistration with the Camden County 4 H Robotics Club is necessary. |
Nooks are Here! Reserve Yours Now!
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The Haddonfield Friends of the Library have made it possible for the library to circulate Nook e-Book readers. Five Nooks are available for 2 week circulation. Each Nook has 25 books that you can read. Each Nook has the same selection of books. The Nooks can be reserved in person, by phone, or through our online catalog at www.haddonfieldlibrary.org Nooks are non-renewable. Allow at least fifteen minutes to check out your Nook. Bring your library card (in good standing); photo identification, and you must sign an agreement and leave a refundable $25 deposit at time of check-out.
Our staff is also assisting with use of Kindles, registration to use the library's subscription to Overdrive, registration & set up of your device with Amazon, Barnes & Noble and other vendors. Stop in for assistance or call the Reference desk.
The Friends have also given funds for the purchase of additional e-books to meet increasing demand. The Haddonfield Friends of the Library always welcome new members. Click here to join or renew your membership!
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Coming Events @ the library
May 2- John Nystedt on "Restoring Nature in Our Watershed" at 7 pm
May 7 -4H Robotics Club at 6:30 pm by advanced registration.
May 8- Learn to use Overdrive for free eBooks demo from 6-7 pm
May 9- Dan Gutman author visit from 7-8 pm- children's dept.
May 16- Better Resumes Using MS WORD computer class from 11-12 pm; Robin Potter
on "The Four Season Garden" at 7 pm.
May 17- Friends of the Library at 7 pm
May 21- 4H Robotics Club at 6:30 pm by advanced registration; Library adult book club at
7 pm
May 22- Library Board at 8 am; Teen Craft night at 6:30 pm
May 24- Better Resumes Using MS Word computer class from 1-2 pm (repeat class)
May 26-28- Library closed for budget days and Memorial Day holiday.
June 13- Mike Vitez author program at 7 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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