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RT Library News
Fall 2016 Edition
We're kicking off the fall season with tons of exciting activities, including adult workshops, children's story times, and much much more!
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The Library is pleased to announce the following changes to our loan periods:
New DVD/BluRay Movies - 3 days
DVD/BluRay Movies - 7 days
All DVD/BluRay TV Series - 7 days
New books - 14 days
Audiobooks, music CDs, magazines - 14 Days
All other circulating books - 28 days
There are no changes to late fees/fines.
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The Friends of the Rockaway Township Library are excited to announce our upcoming October book sale:
Friday, Oct 14: Sneak Preview 6 pm - 8 pm ($10 charge)
Saturday, Oct 15: 9 pm - 5 pm
Sunday, Oct 16: 1 pm - 3 pm ($5 for a bag of books)
The library will be accepting donations of gently used books inside the lower level of the library from September 15 through October 7.
We are NOT accepting: Encyclopedias, Textbooks, Reader's Digest or other magazines, Condensed Novels, Audio Cassettes, VHS Tapes, Computer / Health Books Published Before 2013 or Materials in Poor Shape.
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The library is excited to announce that we now have access to basic language courses through Rosetta Stone Inc. The company's innovative, personalized language and reading programs drive positive learning outcomes in thousands of schools, businesses, government organizations and for millions of individual learners around the world.
You can access the database by clicking here, or by visiting our Digital Libraries page on our website. If you have questions using or accessing this product, please contact the Reference Desk and we'll be happy to help you.
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Come join the fun this Fall at our Children's Programs. Click the links below to see what programs are available to choose from.
Rockaway Township Resident
in person registration begins Sept 19
Rockaway Township Resident
phone registration begins Sept 26
Persons living out of town
may begin to register on Sept 30
STORY TIME BEGINS: MONDAY, October 3
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Teen Volunteers Wanted
Community Service Hours available
Teens in grades 7-12 who need community service hours this fall can fulfill those requirements at the library.
If you are interested in preparing crafts, pulling books, cleaning toys, boxing up books, and doing other small but necessary tasks, please email Darlene Steinhart at darlene.steinhart@rtlibrary.org about setting up a time to come in and volunteer.
We appreciate all of our volunteer help.
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Fall Workshops for Adults
Adult programs and continuing education
To register, come in, call 973-627-2344, or email rockawaytwplibrary@rtlibrary.org
September 2016
100 Years of our National Parks
Tuesday, September 13, 2016 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The National Park Service (NPS) will officially turn 100 years old on August 25, 2016. Join Dr. Jude M. Pfister, Chief of Cultural Resources at the Morristown National Historical Park, as he presents a program looking at the Centennial of the NPS, and of how the NPS entered into the field of historic preservation.
College Planning
Tuesday, September 20, 2016 / 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Solutions for College Funding, Inc. presents a seminar for parents of high school Juniors & Seniors interested in college. Parents will be educated on funding options and more.
Garden State of Mind, Fall Gardening (HIBERNIA)
Wed. September 28, 2016 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
(held at our Hibernia branch, 419 Green Pond Rd.)
Create a cool season vegetable garden, plant bulbs for next year's bloom and make plans to change all the things you didn't like about this year's garden. With Master Gardener, Bill Moran.
October 2016
How to Tell Your Life Story Workshop (LIMIT 12)
Saturday, October 8, 2016 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Communications Specialist Donna J. Atkins presents a workshop on how to easily outline one's life story in only two hours and start documenting their lives.
* sponsored by RTPL Foundation
Health Care - Healthy Living: Mindfulness
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 | 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
The Rockaway Township Division of Health will bring Louise Umberto, RN to speak on Mindfulness and its influence on health.
Register with us or at the RT Division of Health
973-983-2848.
Mysterious New Jersey
Tuesday, October 25, 2016 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
The Garden State has been a fertile source of ideas for mystery writers including Edgar Allan Poe, Janet Evanovich, Harlan Coben and more. Join New Jersey author, Peggy Ehrhart, on a tour of mystery novels whose settings range from New Jersey's Pine Barrens and Chesapeake Bay region to the state's cities, suburbs, and small towns.
November 2016
NaNoWriMo
Sundays in Nov. (6, 13, 20, and 27) | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is a fun approach to creative writing, which takes place every November. No registration is necessary, but we encourage you to sign up on their website, http://nanowrimo.org
For more information, contact Hillary DePiano at
hillary@pricednostalgia.com.
Autumn Jeopardy!
Wednesday, November 2, 2016 | 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Join us for Autumn Trivia, Jeopardy!® style! Alexis Trabek (Jennifer Kelly-Maloney) will host a night of friendly competition between three teams of contestants.
Outlook & Opportunities: Prepping Your Portfolio
Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Ozzie Niazi from Edward Jones takes a look at trends and opportunities in today's volatile market. For experts, beginners, and those looking to invest.
Lightened-Up Holiday Dishes
Tuesday, Nov 9, 2016 | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Kaitlin Bennett, Registered Dietitian, ShopRite of Wharton, creates 3 lightened up recipes perfect for holiday entertaining. She will show you how to make these delicious recipes and provide samples.
Love Songs of WWII
Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree, Chatanooga Choo Choo, and many more love songs played during WWII. Dr. Diane Cypkin performs and gives some background to these songs of hope.
*sponsored by the Friends of the RTPL
Ongoing
Documentary Discussion Group
One Thursday per month @ 1:00 PM
Thurs, Sept 22 - Elections
Thurs, Oct 13 - Frivolous Lawsuits
Thurs, Nov. 17 - American Health Care System
Neil Weiss, volunteer moderator, will lead discussions on various topics that have an impact on us all. Watch a short documentary or some clips, then share your opinions during a time for discussion. Adult Coloring Group 3rd Sat, Sept 17 ; Oct 22; Nov. 19, 2016 | 10:00 AM - 12 PM Enjoy this relaxing activity that's becoming popular across the nation. We will supply materials, but you are free to bring your own, as well.
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One-on-One Computer Training
Individual training available by appointment
One-on-one computer training is available through the Reference Department by appointment, subject to instructor availability.
Appointments are 30-45 minutes long. Only one appointment per person per month due to high demand.
Sign-ups are available up to two weeks in advance. Preference for appointments given to Rockaway Township residents. Call the library at 973-627-2344 and request your appointment today!
Topics available include:
- Using the mouse
- How a computer works
- Internet for beginners
- E-mail for beginners
- Facebook / Twitter for beginners
- Library resources for beginners
- Windows navigation
- Microsoft Word 2013
- Microsoft Excel 2013
- Microsoft PowerPoint 2013
- Advanced searching using Google hacks and library databases
- LinkedIn for Neworkers & Job Hunters
- Bring Your Own Device
- Miscellaneous topics (ask us if we can help!)
Traditional classes are also available at 10 am on Wednesdays: Computer Basics 2 (9/14), Internet Basics (9/21), E-mail basics (9/28), Word Basics (10/5), Excel Basics (10/26), Power Internet Searching (11/2), *New* Advanced Internet Searching (11/9), *New* Library Catalog and Account Basics (11/16). Call the library at 973-627-2344 to reserve your spot today!
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Join Our Library Book Clubs
Discuss books with other literary and library lovers
RT Library Lunchtime Book Club
Third Tuesday of the month
11:45 am - 1:00 pm
Bring your lunch and join us for the Lunchtime Book Club. We meet at Rockaway Township Library on the third Tuesday afternoon each month from 11:45am - 1:00pm. Shh...we even have a secret cookbook club selection each month.
Registration is not required: you are welcome to join us for any discussion. The Library obtains copies of each month's selection which are then borrowed by book club members. Our September 20 selection is The Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jan-Philipp Sendker
RT Library BookChat
Second Tuesday of Each Month
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The BookChat group meets at the Rockaway Township Public Library, downstairs in the meeting room. We read popular fiction, non-fiction and memoir. New members are always welcome. Library copies of each title are provided to BookChat members when possible.
For more information about our book clubs, contact 973-627-2344 or email rockawaytwplibrary@rtlibrary.org.
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Hope to see you at the library this fall!
Sincerely,
Scott Davan, Director
Rockaway Township Library
rockawaytwplibrary@rtlibrary.org
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Thursday Matinees:
Sept 15
Hello, My Name is Doris
R, 95 min.
Comedy / Romance
Sept 29
Mother's Day
PG-13, 118 min.
Comedy / Drama
Oct 13
Dark Horse
PG, 106 min.
Comedy / Drama
Oct 27
Hail Caesar!
PG-13, 85 min.
Mystery / Comedy
Nov 10
A Hologram for the King
R, 98 min.
Drama/ Comedy
A Streetcar Named Desire
PG, 122 min.
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