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 Haddonfield Public Library
March 2013
Volume 6, number 3 |
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Greetings!
March is coming in like a lamb and hopefully spring won't be far behind.
The library's adult book group "Turn the Page" enjoys monthly sessions. The group is lively and has spirited discussions. If you are thinking about joining a book group, consider the library group. Kathleen Metrick, the librarian in charge, really enjoys leading these sessions. She even bakes treats for the members. The next meeting is March 18 at 7 pm and the monthly selection is Learning to Swim by Sara Henry. To see the upcoming books and dates, click here. For more information or to sign up, contact kmetrick@haddonfieldlibrary.org
If you want to learn to use a fine database for marketing research for your small business or job search, attend a computer class on March 21 to learn more about RefUSA. See the schedule of computer classes in this issue, or schedule a one on one session with Jo-Ann Pure, the Head of the Reference Dept. She also teaches sessions on using a variety of mobile devices to access the library's ebook loaning system, Overdrive. See story below.
The Library is celebrating Women's History Month with a display this month. For parents with children with special needs, see the display on Developmental Disabilities on the first floor.
The Children's Dept. continues to hold the popular Read to a Dog program on Tuesdays and Thursdays for young children. Reading with Daisy, Desi, and Visa is very popular. See the schedule in the calendar below. Contact the Children's Dept. at 429-1304, ext. 118 to register.
The adult program this month is on March 20 when J.E. Souders discusses and autographs copies of " Pine Valley Golf Club." This is a fascinating place in Camden County and you will want to hear this book talk.
Teen Craft nights return on March 19 when teens will make a bead jewelry pendent. These evenings are a good time for teens to create and relax with friends.
Finally, Uncle Sam has sent tax forms and instructions. Visit us soon to get those much needed forms.
Cordially,
Susan Briant
Library Director
Haddonfield Public Library
Past President, NJ Library Association 2009-10
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 March is Here! The library will be closed or with limited service in March: March 7- open but limited service - see below March 29- Good Friday (budget closing day) March 30 -Saturday (budget closing day) March 31- Easter Sunday holiday Winter 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 These hours are effective through June 30, for more information visit www.haddonfieldlibrary.org |
Library to have limited service on March 7 !
In our high tech world we experience upgrades on our computer systems more often to improve service. On Thursday, March 7, the library is open from 10am-9pm. A software upgrade will be done. Our online services (including the use of all public computers) will be unavailable for several hours.
Customers must present their library cards to check out items during this upgrade! Bring your library card!
Other circulation functions, such as renewals, may be limited.
Wi-Fi access will be up and running for those with their own computers/devices.
The library will return to full service later in the day.
Thank you for your patience. The inconvenience will provide better service for you. A special thanks to our hard working IT staff, Kathleen Metrick, Pam Alles, and Jeannie Reinking for their work on this upgrade.
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Morningstar |
Do you want to check your stock prices on Morningstar from home or the office? Click here to use the library's subscription
to Morningstar - you will need your library card to access the portal.
The Library goes back on the road! Are you seeking a speaker for your local group? The library director is available to present What's New at the Library. The library did road shows a few years ago and so much is
new & available, it is time to go on the road again. For more information, contact Susan
Briant at sbriant@haddonfieldlibrary.org |
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Computer Classes in March
- March 5, 2013, 6 to 7 pm Using your I Pad : Find out how to borrow ebooks with your library card through the library's subscription to Overdrive. No registration is required.
- March 13 from 11 am to 12 pm The Basics of Word Computer class continues. Develop a basic resume and get an introduction to the cover letter. Basic computer skills are needed for this program.
- March 21, 2013, 11 am to 12 pm Find out about U.S. companies with Reference USA. Reference USA will provide you with the necessary information when you are hunting for a position with companies in this database, as well as seeking clients for your business. Basic computer skills needed for this program.
- Call 429-1304, ext. 112 to register for these free computer sessions taught by Jo-Ann Pure.
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J. E. Souder Visits on March 20 to Book Talk "Pine Valley Golf Club"
On March 20 at 7 pm author J.E. (Jackie) Souders, author of Pine Valley Golf Club, will discuss her book and autograph copies. Pine Valley is not only a golf club but an enclave. From its inception by George A. Crump, the Camden, New Jersey local who designed and built this magnificent course, it has been surrounded by mystery, excitement, and glamour.
In 2013, it will celebrate its hundredth anniversary. Yet, though consistently ranked the number one golf course in the world by Golf Digest, it has hosted only two international tournaments, the Walker Cup in 1936 and 1985.
Pine Valley itself has been home to Gatsby-era wealth, British nobility, Roaring Twenties gangsters, a World War II secret scientist, and, today, celebrities, captains of industry, and political leaders.
This book delves into these aspects and more. It is meant to enlighten and entertain the reader with history and photos of this exclusive, fenced town that is a private golf club. The snow date for the program is March 27 at 7 pm.
J. E. Souders (Jackie) is a native of southern New Jersey, and resides four miles from Pine Valley. She has a B.A. in sociology and has been selling real estate for the past thirty years. As a local historian and artist, she has always been intrigued by secrets and mysteries.
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 Displays this Month on Special Needs and Women's History Month March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Our Circulation Manager, Claire Stairiker, has created a display, working with the local group Strides, to bring greater awareness of disabilities and available resources. Strides provides support education and awareness for parents of children with special learning needs. Pick up a brochure about Strides while visiting the exhibit. The display features Chris Burke, Stephen Hawking, Temple Grandin, and Tom Cruise, well known people with developmental disabilities. The library has many books and other resources on a variety of disabilities, such as autism and dyslexia. The library also has parenting collections to assist parents with children with special learning needs. To learn more, see the display on the first floor of the library. Claire created a second display for Women's History Month. Check out the many famous women and books by them and about them in the first floor reading room. One of these new display cases was a gift from the Haddonfield Friends of the Library with assistance from local resident Sharon Parker. Thanks to them, you will see rotating displays and collections to alert you to what is available @ your library! Check it out and meet Claire Stairker, our creative display manager! If you want to use the library's display case, Ms. Stairiker is the person to see. This month the Interfaith Caregivers has a display in the public display case. The Interfaith Caregivers partner with the library to provide home delivery of library materials. Contact either IFC or the library for information on this program. |
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Teen Craft Night is March 19!
Teen Craft Night will be on March 19 at 6:30 pm. Teens will make a
Bead Jewelry Pendent.
The library will provide the jewelry or bring your own. Come by and make new friends.
- April 23 at 6:30 pm - celebrate Earth Day, come Make a Craft by Recycling Every Day Products into practical items you can use like pencil cases, jewelry holders, etc.
- May 21- Mish Mash Craft Night at 6:30 pm
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Tax Forms & Instructions are Finally Here!
The IRS has sent most of the tax publications that you need to file. The library staff is glad to assist you with finding the forms and instructions that you need. Stop by the Adult Reference Desk, call 429,1304, ext. 112 or email reference@haddonfieldlibrary.org Some forms cost .15 a page but many federal forms are still distributed freely at public libraries. For the IRS website, click here
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As in past years, NJ tax forms are available online, click here or visit us and we will try to help. NJ forms are available for a cost of .15 a page. |
 And the Oscar Goes to ....
If you watched the Academy Awards last weekend, you know that 2012 had an outstanding group of films nominated for best picture. The library is circulating these films. About 25% of our circulation of library materials is of audiovisual materials. We also circulate many television series DVDs, such as all of the seasons of Downton Abbey, Mad Men, and lots more. Reserve these titles from our online catalog, call or stop in. The Express DVDs circulate for three days and may be more readily available. The library also has a strong collection of books on CD. If you commute or are going on a trip in the car, get a book on CD to make your trip more pleasant. This includes many best sellers and lots of excellent non-fiction. Have you been wanting to listen to Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns Goodwin? The current movie Lincoln is taken from this fine historical work. Check it out! It's all availalble @ your library! If we don't have it, we have a fine borrowing network so there is a very good chance we can get it. ILL Coordinator Jeanne Mugler gets those hard to find items! Visit here for information on ILL borrowing.
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 Try the Home Improvement Reference Center
Home Improvement Reference Center is a resource that provides detailed, user-friendly "how-to" information about home improvements and repairs. HIRC includes magazine articles and reference content as well as videos and images designed to help homeowners tackle home repairs safely. The database provides the latest step-by-step information along with background information and basic tips on topics including electrical, plumbing, woodworking, outdoor projects, maintenance and decorating.
Use your library card to enter the portal and easily search the many available resources in one spot for do it yourself projects. This quality resource is made possible by shared services of the NJ Library Network as funded by the NJ State Library. For a demonstration or for other information, visit the library's Reference librarians at the first floor desk. |
 Library Closings in Storms and Bad Weather The library generally follows the lead of the Borough of Haddonfield and the Haddonfield School System in closings during inclement weather. No fines are levied when the library is closed for bad weather. We want the public and our staff to be safe and that is the Library Board's first priority. You can get information on weather or emergency closings from the message on our telephone system (call 429-1304) or it will be posted on our home page at www. haddonfieldlibrary.org Best wishes for a safe winter! |
Library Catalog Now Available for Mobile Devices 
The library's online catalog is now easy to read on your mobile device. Click here to see it or type in Haddonfield Public Library on your mobile device. Once you click on our catalog you have the new format for far easier use on your mobile device. Another feature is new books that the library has recently added to our collections. You can place a reserve from your mobile device. A special thanks to our IT staff Jeannie Reinking, Pam Alles, and Kathleen Metrick for setting this up! |
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Coming Events @ the library
March 5- IPad and eBooks at 6 pm.
March 7- Library is open but with limited computer services
March 13- Word Computer Class continued at 11 am, call 429-1304, ext. 112 to register.
March 18- Adult Book Group at 7 pm.
March 19- Teen Craft Night at 6:30 pm, ext. 114 to register.
March 20- Pine Valley Golf Club with J.E. Souders at 7 pm, call 429-1304, ext. 114 to register.
Snow date is March 27
March 21- REFUSA Computer class at 11 am - take a business lunch class, x 112 to register.
March 21- Friends of the Library at 7 pm- new members welcome!
March 26- Library Board of Trustees at 8 am - the public is welcome!
March 28- TAPs meets at 7 pm
March 29, 30, 31- Library closed for Easter weekend
Children's Dept. story hours and programs:
March 5,12,19, and 26, - Preschool Story times at 10:30 am (Tuesdays)
March 6,13,20, and 27- Preschool Story times at 1:30 pm (Wednesdays)
March 7,14,21, and 28- Toddlertimes at 10:30 am (Thursdays)
March 5,7, 19, and 21- Read to a Dog at 4 pm (Tuesdays and Thursdays). Call 429-1304, ext. 118 to register.
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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