Haddonfield Public Library

  

May 2014
Volume 7, number 5         
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 May is here already! It means spring is here, summer is coming, flowers are blooming, and longer days!         

 

Our new Children's Librarian, Jordan Bilodeau, has Spring themed crafts all month. There is a new Lego table in the children's dept. Jordan and staff member Cynthia Guerra decorated it - see photo below! Bring the kids in to try it. Children's Book Week is May 12-18 - come celebrate kids and reading- an American tradition that continues to be strong!     

 

Be sure to attend the Haddonfield Friends of the Library annual program with Joe Haro and Phil Shapiro on May 8 at 7 pm at the Markeim Art Center. See story below!  

 

On May 21 at 7 pm former channel 3 newscaster Dick Sheeran will do a book talk on Newshound, his book about his career in broadcasting. Go down memory lane with Dick and get an autographed copy of his book.    

  

Don't forget to check out the library's subscriptions to eBooks (the 3M Cloud and a vastly improved Overdrive, )which also has downloadable audio books. The library has been using the 3M Cloud for one year now and use is booming. Stop in if you need any help getting started with eBooks, try the Discovery terminal to see books in the Cloud or visit the links above with lots of information to get started. All with your library card!  

 

Cordially,   

 

Susan Briant

Library Director & Editor

Haddonfield  Public Library

Past President, NJ Library Association 2009-10 
 
Contributors this month: staff members Jordan Bilodeau & Cynthia Guerra.   

  

                      May Schedule               

 

The library will be closed on May 24-26 for Memorial Day weekend.  The library opens at 2 pm on May 16 so staff can attend Staff Development Day.

The Library Board  of Trustees has approved the following schedule of holidays & budget closing days for 2014:

January 1, April 18*, 19*, 20, May 24*, 25*, 26,July 4, Aug. 30, 31, Sept. 1, Nov. 27, Dec. 24, 25, and January 1, 2015.  *Budget closing days.

    

  Fall 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, 2014.        

 

 Visit us on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Twitter for activities and fun! Courtesy of Jordan Bilodeau and Erica Coonelly.                           

   

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For more information, call the library at 429-1304 or visit here.
In This Issue
May Schedule
Quick Links
Get a Library Card!
Haddonfield Friends of the Library Annual Program on May 8
May Programs in the Children's Dept.
Dick Sheeran on Newshound on May 21 at 7 pm
Computer Classes in May
The Adult Book Group Meets on May 19 at 7 pm
TumbleBooks is Here for Kids to Read eBooks
Library Catalog Available for Mobile Devices
Coming Events at the Library
About Us
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Haddonfield Friends of the Library Annual Program on May 8th

 

 Please join the Haddonfield Friends of the Library at their Annual Meeting at the Markeim Arts Center on Thursday, May 8th. Our special guest speakers this year are Joe Haro and Phil Shapiro speaking on

The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts: Past Present & Future.

They will discuss the history and architecture of the Kimmel Center and the cultural renaissance that has begun in Philadelphia. Joe Haro continues to be a community activist in Haddonfield along with being and educator for 45 years. Joe also has had strong interests in other areas that include architecture and art. Joe is the chairperson of the guide program at the Kimmel Center and helped to develop the program almost 12 years ago.

 

Phil Shapiro is the current Friends of the Library President and has lived in Haddonfield for many years. Phil is also a volunteer at the Kimmel Center. He also has interests in the arts including music and woodworking.

Join us for an enlightening evening at The Markeim Arts Center, 104 Walnut Street in Haddonfield on Thursday, May 8 at 7 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Open to all and donations are welcome. All proceeds benefit the Haddonfield Friends of the Library.

 


          May Programs and Activities in the Children's Dept.         
Jordan Bilodeau, Children's Librarian
    
 

    • The overall theme is Butterflies and Flowers!

         

       

       May events :

      • Little Listeners(3-5)- Tuesdays at 10:30
      • Afternoon Adventures (3-5)- Wednesdays at 3:30
      • Toddler TIme (2-3)- Thursdays at 10:30
      • The next Baby Bookworms 6 week session will start in July. Stay tuned for signups and dates
      • May monthly contest with guessing What is Ms. Jordan's favorite flower?  The contest will run until May 31.
      • Star Wars Event on Sunday, May 4 2:00-4:00. Snacks will be provided and registration is required. Any allergy concerns contact jbilodeau@haddonfieldlibrary.org. Kids will be making their own light sabers, watching a short Lego Star Wars movie, playing pin the light saber on Yoda and much more.
      • Read to a Dog continues on Thursdays in May. *No session on May 15.
      • Celebrate Children's book week May 12-18. Story times will be fun filled! Special contests will be held all week! 

 
New Lego Table in Children's room created by Cynthia Guerra and Jordan Bilodeau!
Kids made cool Easter decorations
 

 

Thank you to the Haddonfield Friends of the Library for making all of these fun events possible! 

 

 
  • Click here for the monthly flyer to see  May children's events!
     
    •      Dick Sheeran, former Channel 3 Newscaster, Visits on May 21 at 7 pm and Book Talks Newshound


    On May 21 at 7 pm retired local news reporter and TV anchor Dick Sheeran will discuss and sign copies of his memoir "News Hound: From Halfball in South Philly to TV News." 
      Dick Sheeran spent 43 years as a news reporter, editor and TV anchor in his hometown of Philadelphia, Pa. He began his career as a reporter for the Philadelphia Daily News, left the paper as night city editor moving on to KYW Newsradio and eventually to 30 years on KYW-TV 3, the CBS station. Mr. Sheeran writes about the characters and stories covered over a long career and about growing up in South Philadelphia just after World War II. Since retirement Sheeran has taught Journalism at Temple University. Mr. Sheeran will autograph copies of his book after the discussion. A question and answer session will follow.

     

     Call 429-1304, ext. 114 to register for this free program, co-sponsored by the Haddonfield Friends of the Library. 

     







             Computer Classes in May- Learn about Social Media and Free Jo-Ann Pure eBooks with Jo Pure
    • May 6 from 6-7 pm - Free eBooks with your library card using the Overdrive and 3M Cloud Subscriptions: Find out how to get free eBooks for your eReader or mobile device with your library card through the library's subscriptions to these eBook services. Registration is not required.  
    •  May 14, 2014 from 11 am to 12 pm -The Computer, Keyboard, and the Mouse- an Introduction. This computer class will provide you with the basics of using a computer. Learn how to send email and save on some bills while keeping in touch with family and friends.   Basic computer skills are not needed for this program.    
    •   May 21, 2014 from 11 am to 12 pm  Social Media Overview-Learn about basic social media venues like Facebook, Twitter, and more. Basic computer skills are not needed for this program.    

     Call 429-1304, ext. 112 to register for these free computer classes. Jo-Ann Pure is the instructor. 

     

     

    The Adult Book group meets on May 19 at 7 pm.  

     

    The Adult Book group meets on May 19 at 7 pm. The featured selection is 

    "A Clean Kill in Tokyo" by Eisler. New members are welcome. For more information, contact Kathleen Metrick at 429-1304, ext. 116 or email her at kmetrick@haddonfieldlibrary.org  Light refreshments will be served.

    Kathleen Metrick
    Kathy Metrick, Book Group Leader & Baker
     


     Click here to see the future meetings and book selections.   

    TumbleBooks
            TumbleBooks is Here for Kids!  

          TumbleBooks is a fun collection of animated talking picture books for young readers. Click here to get to the eBooks. Kids are reading print, eBooks, and more  @ your library! Kids, parents, and children will love the books and learning tools.


     
         Library Catalog is Available for Mobile Devices  Overdrive Downloadable Books
     
    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!
     

       Coming Events @ the library & Around Town 

     

    May 2 - Haddon Fortnightly Spring Home and Garden Tour from 10 am - 8 pm- tickets at the library
    May 3- Interfaith Caregivers Touch a Truck Family Festival from 10-2 pm
    May 4- Haddonfield Historical Society Book Club Meeting at 2 pm at Greenfield Hall
                 reading Elizabeth Haddon Estaugh
    May 6- eBooks with your library card at 6 pm at the library.
    May 10 - Garden Club Herb & Perennial Sale at Kings Court from 9 am - 3 pm.
    May 8- Friends of the Library Annual Program with Joe Haro at 7 pm at the Markeim Arts Center
    May 14- Basics of Computers at 11 am at the library.
    May 16- Library opens at 2 pm - Staff Development Day
    May 17- Indian King Tavern Tankard event begins at 12:30 pm
    May 19- Library Book Group meets at 7 pm.
    May  21- Introduction to Social Media computer class at 11 am; Dick Sheeran Book
                    Talk on Newshound at 7 pm.  

    May 24-26 - library closed for Memorial Day weekend.

    May 27- Library Board of Trustees meeting at 8 am.

     

    Children's Dept. programs:  (sign up at the Children's Dept.!)    

    May 4- Star Wars Event from 2-4 pm - by advanced registration is  (full)

    May 5,12,19 - Spanish for Kids at 4 pm (by advanced registration)

    May 6,13,20,27- Little Listeners at 10:30 am (Tuesdays)

    May 7,14,21,28- Afternoon Adventures at 3:30 pm

    May 1,8,15, 22,29 - Toddlertime at 10:30 am (Thursdays)

    May 1,8,22,29- Read to a Dog at 4 pm by registration only ( Thursdays)   

    May 12-18- Children's Book Week special events! 

    May 1-31- Guess Ms Jordan's Favorite Flower!  

     

      

    For more information,  visit Calendar of Events; 

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