November at the Monroe Township Library November 2020
Expanded Library Hours
Delivery Service Between LMxAC Libraries
Patrons of the Monroe Township Public Library will be able to request materials from other libraries that our library doesn't own. This will give our patrons access to a larger pool of materials.
Please be aware that not all LMxAC libraries are participating at this time. This service may take longer than it had in the past because of new quarantine procedures.
If you are a LMxAC cardholder, please make requests through your hometown library.
Voter Information Center
RBdigital Acquired by OverDrive
The Monroe Township Public Library moved its digital ebooks and audiobooks from RBdigital to the Libby app as part of OverDrive’s acquision of RBdigital. Patrons will continue to be able to browse, borrow, and enjoy great ebooks and audiobooks in eLibraryNJ or through the Libby app. For the time being, patrons will continue to use the RBdigital app to access magazines through ZINIO. Read more about the transition on our website at http://www.monroetwplibrary.org/rbdigital.
Curbside Pickup Moved to Drive-Thru
Curbside Pickup Service remains available by appointment, for those who prefer it.
Curbside pickup will be at the Drive-Thru window.
1. Request materials online or by phone.
2. Wait for notification that your item(s) are available.
3. Make an appointment for pickup.
4. Drive up to the window at your appointment time.
All selections are subject to availability in the Monroe collection.
Computers Available by Appointment
Computers are available by appointment and limited to one hour to allow for demand and proper sanitation between users.
Call the Reference Desk at (732) 521-5000 x118 for an appointment.
You may scan, fax and photocopy without an appointment.
Book Returns
The book drops at the Library's Drive-Thru Window and in the parking lot of the Senior Center are open.
You may return your library materials to either location at any time.
Books and magazines will be quarantined for 4 days prior to check-in.
DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks and video games will be quarantined for 7 days prior to check-in.
Please allow up to a week for materials to be removed from your record.
Overdue fines will be waived at this time.
The book drop at the Community Rec Center remains closed.
Please Hold Your Book Donations
We are unable to accept material donations of books, DVDs or music CDs until further notice. Thank you!
Virtual Programs
We offer a robust line-up of virtual programs for adults, children and teens via Zoom. A full schedule, along with a program registration, meeting ID and password information can be found at on our website at www.monroetwplibrary.org/virtual-programs. If you are new to using Zoom, check outthis helpful tutorial for getting started.Select programs require registration.
All Ages
Adults
International Film & Discussion
Thursday, November 12 at 2:30 p.m.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Boheme Opera NJ
Wednesday, November 18 at 1:00 p.m.
Sponsored by the Cultural Arts Commission.
Children
Teens
Teens! Check out the Library's Teen Pageon Padlet and follow us on instagram @MTPL_teens.
Friends of the Library
The mission of the Friends is to foster community awareness of the Monroe Township Public Library’s resources, programs and services; to promote its value as an educational and cultural asset to the community; and to support the library with membership dues and fundraising activities.
COVID-19 Diaries
The Library seeks to document the COVID-19 pandemic by compiling an archival collection of memories and experiences created by Township residents. This collection will become The COVID-19 Diaries, a reference for residents, their families and historians for generations to come. Become a part of history by submitting your experience in any way you feel expresses you best. Examples of submissions are: journal entries, stories, records, art, photographs, video diaries/vlogs, poems, etc.
All submissions may be displayed on the Library’s website, social media and in the Library building in the future. We will also create a digital archive to document this period in time. Please include your full name and indicate how you would like to have your name posted with your entry, along with your contact information so we may contact you to bring your project to the Library when we are ready to display it.