The library building and the book drop are closed until further notice. We are offering only online services and events at this time.
From the Director's Desk
As requested by the School Board the public library moved out of the school building on August 15. Our books and furniture are currently in storage. The Library Board is in the process of securing a trailer to be placed on Park Place West. The trailer will serve as a temporary home until our new library building is built. We hope to sign the trailer lease on September 1. Then it will be another 2 - 3 weeks for delivery and installation of the trailer. Once the move is complete, we will again offer curbside delivery of books. Watch our website for news.
In the meantime we are available to answer your questions by email at reference@cranburypubliclibrary.org or phone. Note our phone number has changed to 609-642-9675. You may call or text this number. If you call, please leave a short message with your name and we will respond as soon as we can.
Remember we are still holding library events. Read about them below. You can also check out ebooks and eaudiobooks at eLibraryNJ.
See you in September.
Marilynn Mullen
Online Classes and Events for Adults
Lennon – Life, Legend and Legacy
Thursday, October 1 at 7:00 p.m.
John Lennon would have celebrated his 80th birthday on October 9th 2020. The 40th anniversary of his murder will be on December 8th 2020. Paul Groom discusses who was the real John Lennon and what were his lasting contributions.Register here!
This program will take place over the Zoom video conferencing platform. Those who register must include an email address in order to receive the Zoom invitation link 15 minutes before the start of the program. Anyone who feels they need a tutorial in using Zoom should read this tutorial or contact the library for help.
Great Decisions Online Discussion
Tuesday, September 15 at 7:00 p.m.
Our Great Decisions discussion has moved online! Participants can watch the companion video here. The discussion will begin at 7:00 p.m. using Zoom. Participants mustregister online with an email address. The link to join the Zoom meeting will be sent out 15 minutes prior to the discussion. September's topic is The Philippines and the U.S.The accompanying video is "The Will of the People: Duterte's Philippines" (Video 7).
Online Meditation Classes
Thursdays at 6:00 p.m.
This meditation class is for everyone - beginner or pro. The purpose is to foster a sense of connection within and to others. We will practice some tools to regain our balance of mind and bodies, and to manage anxiety, stress, and worry.
Several of the classes are pre-recorded. Go to our Events Calendar for the link to the recording. A live class will be held on September 13. Participants mustregister online and provide an email address. The Zoom Meeting invitation will be emailed to participants 15 minutes prior to class.
Online Classes for Youth
Chess Club 2.0 For Kids and Teens!
Mondays at at 3:30 p.m.
Learn to play chess, or improve your chess game! Some meetings will include guest instructor Brendan Prawdzik, an advanced chess player with decades of experience.
Check out ourEvents Calendar to see club meeting dates, further information and toregister. Online registration including an email address is required. Ages 8 - 19.
It's Story Time any time!
Staff members are sharing children's storybooks on video! Links to a new story are uploaded to our Events Calendar each Wednesday and Saturday. Or you can check out our Storytimes Online page for a list of stories you can listen to anytime!
Online Activities For Kids and Teens
Check out our Kids and Teens page for tons of free activities and resources. Our newest additions are free Virtual Escape Challenges and The Ickabog a new online book by J.K. Rowling.
September's book is "The Giver of Stars" by Jojo Moyes. Participants must register onlineand provide an email address. The link to the Zoom meeting will be sent by email 15 minutes prior to the discussion. The book is available at eLibraryNJ.
Evening Book Discussions
Tuesday, August 25 at 7:00 p.m. and
Tuesday, September 22 at 7:00 p.m.
August's book is"The Night Watchman" by Louise Erdrich. Participants must register online and provide an email address. The link to the Zoom meeting will be sent by email 15 minutes prior to the discussion. The book is available at eLibraryNJ.
Literary Conversation Cafe
Monday, September 28 at 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a discussion about literature! The topic is books you've read multiple times. Participants must register onlineand provide an email address. The link to the Zoom meeting will be sent by email 15 minutes prior to the discussion.
Spinning Yarns
Tuesdays, Sept. 1 and 15 at 7:00 p.m.
Join us online for an hour of knitting, crocheting, crafts and conversation. All levels welcome. Email Heidi at bloomleeds@cranburypubliclibrary.org to request to join the group.