"Libraries are not essential to combatting a public health crisis.
Libraries are essential to a robust recovery." ~Eileen Palmer, LMXAC"
From the Director's Desk
The Cranbury School Board of Education requested I post the following:
Curbside service will not begin on July 6th
Parking lot and bookdrop are currently inaccessible
Curbside Service start date is to be determined.
Unfortunately our landlord, the Cranbury School BOE, is not allowing my staff to enter the library facility to prepare for curbside service. At this time talks have stalled due to vacations. I'm hopeful I will have more news after the July 4th holiday. In the meantime, please take advantage of the online resources and events we have highlighted below.
Happy 4th!
Marilynn Mullen
Summer FUN!
This year, our Summer Enrichment Program is going completely online! Register at Cranbury Public Library’s READsquaredpage posted on our website and Imagine Your Story all Summer long.
All who register are eligible to win the grand prize: a giant winged plush Dragon!
For ages 0-17.
More 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.
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 to register. Online registration including an email address is required. Ages 8 - 19.
It's Story Time any time!
Two of our 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 Classes and Events for Adults
Unclutter Your Life with Jamie Novak
Wednesday, Jul. 15, 7:00 PM
Join author and de-cluttering humorist Jamie Novak as she shares her tips for clearing clutter with a laugh. She'll help you craft a plan for getting things done: what to keep, what to toss, what to sell, what to share. If you can't open your drawers, if clutter topples out of your closets and paperwork covers your tabletops, then run, don't walk to this program!
The program will occur on Zoom. Participants must register with an email address. The Zoom link will be emailed to all who register 30 minutes before the program begins.
Great Decisions Online Discussion
Tuesday, July 14 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 must register online with an email address. The link to join the Zoom meeting will be sent out 15 minutes prior to the discussion. July's topic is China’s Road into Latin America. The accompanying video is "Competing for Influence: China in Latin America" (Video 6).
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 July 16. Participants must register online and provide an email address. The Zoom Meeting invitation will be emailed to participants 15 minutes prior to class.
July's book is "This Tender Land" by William Kent Krueger. 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.
Evening Book Discussion
Tuesday, July 28 at 7:00 p.m.
July's book is"Eleanor Oliphant is completely fine" by Gail Honeyman. 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, May 4 & May 18
at 6:30 p.m.
Join us for a discussion about literature! The July topic is books to keep you cool. 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, July 7 & 21 at 7:00 p.m.
Join us online for an hour of knitting, crocheting, crafts and conversation. All levels welcome. At this time the event is full. Email Heidi at bloomleeds@cranburypubliclibrary.org to request to be on the waiting list.
Library Hours and Closings
The Library building is closed until further notice.
Don’t worry if items are overdue — no fines will be charged during this period. We ask that you keep all materials that you already have safely at your home until we reopen.
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