Library Newsletter

August Library Programs

Bringing Up Basil

Thursday, August 1 at 7pm

It's "thyme" to learn all about herbs in our free gardening workshop. Presented by the Rutgers Master Gardeners. Advance registration is recommended.

Film & Dessert

Friday, August 2 at 2pm
Drop by the Library for a free screening of Arbitrage, a drama about an unethical hedge fund manager starring Richard Gere and Susan Sarandon.

Book Discussion Group

Monday, August 5 at 1:30pm

Mary-Jean Gurzenda leads the discussion of State of Wonder by Ann Patchett.

The novel is a story of scientific miracles and spiritual transformation that takes place in the Amazon jungle.

Digging up West Orange History

Thursday, August 8 at 7pm

Town Historian Joe Fagan uncovers the history of Crystal Lake. Advance registration is recommended. Click here to sign up.

Internet Basics

Thursday, August 13 at 10 am

A free hands-on workshop. You'll learn how to find information on the Internet. Participants must know how to use the mouse. Class size is limited; Advance registration is required.

Creative Connection

Wednesday, August 14 at 7:15pm

Drop by and join in the discussion on all things creative.

Presented in partnership with the West Orange Arts Council.

Classic Film Screening

Thursday, August 15 at 7pm

Enjoy a free screening of the Marx Brothers' 1933 comedy masterpiece Duck Soup. This was the last Marx Brothers film to include Zeppo.

Film & Dessert

Friday, August 16 at 2pm

Drop by the Library for a free screening of Lucky One. The film is an adaptation of Nicholas Sparks' romance novel about an Iraq war veteran (starring Zac Efron and Taylor Schilling).

Keep Reading!

There's still time to read in the "Beneath the Surface" teen summer reading club! Read four hours a week and earn the chance to win weekly prizes through August 18.

Zany Zombie Costume Party

Wednesday, August 7 at 7pm
Grades 6-12

Zombify yourself and stagger in to our party that will feature zombie-themed decorations, refreshments and music. Sign up online.

Open Mic Night

Grades 6-12

Wednesday, September 4 at 7pm

Aspiring poets, musicians, actors, dancers - Unveil your inner artist at our open mic night! We provide speakers and mics; bring your own instruments and amps (if needed). Light percussion only. Sign up online.

Children's Programs

Keep up your summer reading. Read just four hours a week and you'll get a sticker and a prize! Program ends August 19.

Who Lives in that Hole?

Wednesday, August 7 at 4:30pm

Best for ages 3-8

Learn all about animals that burrow with a naturalist from the Essex County Environmental Center. Advance registration is required.

Summer Storytimes

Book Buds

Monday, August 5 at 3pm
Teen mentors read with children.

Night Crawlers Storytime

Monday, August 5 at 7pm
Drop-in storytime for infants up to age 3½.

Little Sprouts Storytime

Tuesday, August 6 at 10:30

For ages 2 - 3½.

Blooming Bookworms Storytime

Tuesday, August 6 at 11:30am

For ages 3 ½ - 5.

Rooted Readers Storytime

Tuesday, August 6 at 4pm
For grades K-3

Seedling Storytime

Fridays, August 2 & 9 at 10:30am

For infants up to 24 months

Offshoots: Storytime at the Ginny Dunkel Pool

Thursdays, August 1 & 8 at 2:30pm

Pool membership required.

Green Thumb Crafters

Stories and crafts at the WO Farmer's Market

Fridays, August 2 & 9 at 3pm

(Funding for craft supplies provided by WO Downtown Alliance.)

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