Millburn Public Library April 2023
CELEBRATE NATIONAL POETRY MONTH: LOCAL POETS SHOWCASE
Saturday April 1, 3-4 pm, Auditorium
Join us in celebrating the first day of National Poetry Month with a reading by three accomplished Essex County poets: Theresa Burns, Rogan Kelly, and Rachelle Parker. Books by each poet will be available for purchase.
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS:
COMPUTER BASICS
Tuesday, April 4th, 3-4 pm, Hybrid, Williamsburg Room
In this class we’ll go over what apps are, how to organize and use a file management system, and other basics that will bring the most out of your computer experience. The last portion of the class will be for Q&A, so bring any questions you have!
INTERNET BASICS
Tuesday, April 11th, 3-4 pm, Hybrid, Williamsburg Room
Learn the basics of using the Internet— we’ll go over how to use a web browser to search, visit a website, use toolbar buttons like bookmarks and tabs, navigate links and more. Plenty of time for Q&A as well.
JOB & RESUME RESOURCES
Friday, April 28th, 3-4 pm, Hybrid, Williamsburg Room
In this workshop we will take a tour of all the employment resources available at Millburn Library, as well as some popular resources on the Internet. Get tips on where to find jobs, resume templates and more.
ONE STITCH AT A TIME
Tuesday, April 18, 11 am-12 pm, Room B
Come join us! Our group consists of crafters and artisans who use stitches to create handmade items and projects using needlework. Bring a small project to our group to work on.
LET’S DISH! COOKBOOK CLUB
Wednesday, April 12, 12-1 pm, Room B
Do you enjoy cooking and sharing your love of food with others? Join our new Cookbook Club! Every month we pick a new theme and you select, make, and bring the recipe of your choice. Feb: Chocolate
UKRAINIAN ARTISTS: PIONEERS OF MODERNITY WITH SYLVIA LAUDIEN-MEO
Thursday April 27, 7-8:30 pm, Online
Many pioneers of modern Western Art came from Ukraine, previously often labeled as ‘Russian’ due to the country’s inclusion in the Russian Empire. They left Ukraine for political reasons and joined international art centers in Paris and New York, developing new artistic languages and breaking down borders between mediums.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING
Practice listening, speaking, vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar while talking about interesting topics. This is a 10-week class. Please plan to attend all sessions.
April 11- June 14, 2023
Beginner Level: Tuesdays, 10:30 am -12 pm
Intermediate Level: Wednesdays, 10:30 am -12 pm
High Intermediate Level: Wednesdays, 12:30 pm – 2 pm
Please contact the program coordinator for placement in the class. Email Tara at tara.murphy@millburn.bccls.org or call 973.376.1006 x 113 for information about registration
PROGRAMS FOR TWEENS & TEENS:
TEEN LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS
Teen Read & Review – For grades 7-12
Get service hours for doing what you love: reading! Go to millburnlibrary.org/teens to see examples and access the Google form.
Overview:
1) There is a limit of 2 review submissions per month.
2) Books must be on the student’s reading level, preferably from the Library’s Middle Grade or Young Adult collections.
3) Every 100 pages = 1 volunteer hour + 1 hour for writing the review itself
**Any questions? Email Janis: janis@millburnlibrary.org**
TEEN GAMING – Ages 12 and up
Tuesday, April 18, 3:30-4:45 pm, Room A
Play on our Switch for glory and bragging rights!
FOOD ADVENTURES WITH JANIS!
Friday, April 13, 3-4 pm, Room A – Ages 12 and up
Hang with Janis as we (yes, you’re helping!) create something tasty! For April, we will make Air Fryer Doughnuts.
PROGRAMS FOR KIDS:
STAY & PLAY:
Wednesday, April 12, 11 am-12 pm, Children’s Room – For ages 2-5 years
Children with caregivers are invited to the library to “stay and play!” Stay & Play is a program for young children using toys to encourage play with an emphasis on STEM and developmental skills. Registration required.
April: Make Believe
Explore dramatic play with puppets, costumes, dolls, and household tools.
CRAFTERNOON
Wednesday, April 19, 4-5 pm, Children’s Room – For ages 4-12
What does crafts + afternoon equal? Why, crafternoon of course! Kids are invited to make a fun seasonal craft in the children’s room. Drop in.
CHERRY BLOSSOM STORYTIME
Friday, April 14, 4-4:45 pm, Children’s Room – For ages 4-8
We will celebrate the blossoming of cherry blossoms with stories and a craft. Be ready to learn a little Japanese! For children in preschool through early elementary school. Registration required.
PEACE PLAY STORYTIME YOGA
Thursday, April 20, 11-11:30 am, Auditorium – For ages 2-5
Join Pamela Nixon for a playful yoga storytime! The books we read will come to life as we slither like snakes, hop like frogs and bark like dogs. Through songs and stories we bend, stretch, breathe and move while having fun learning yoga poses. Registration required.
WHOLESOME HEARTS NATURE PROGRAM
Friday, April 21, 4-5 pm, Auditorium – For ages 4-8
“Spring is in the Air!” Join Andrea LaRegina for a hands-on Nature Program where children explore, create and investigate using their senses and natural surroundings. Program starts
outside. Registration required.
B/V CLUB
Wednesday, April 12, 4-5 pm, Auditorium – For ages 7-10
Come to our Book and Video (B/V) Club! We’ll discuss Fantastic Mr. Fox by Roald Dahl, watch some related videos, and have snacks! Register to pick up a copy of the book ahead of time. Registration required.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY:
ANNUAL BOOK SALE
Donations Accepted: Mon 4/10/23 – Sun 4/23/23
Accepting in Good Condition: hardcovers, paperbacks, children’s books, vinyl records, DVDs.
Please no textbooks, encyclopedias or magazines; CDs, VHS tapes; or any badly worn, soiled or torn books. Donations can be left in the bins next to the elevator during regular library hours.
Member Preview Night: Thursday, May 4: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm, Auditorium
Book Sale Regular Hours: Saturday, May 6: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm & Sunday, May 7: 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm, Auditorium
To volunteer or ask questions, email friends@millburn.bccls.org.
RESOURCE OF THE MONTH! NEWS FOR YOU SIMPLE ENGLISH NEWS
A great resource for English Language Learners. Read and listen to news stories in simplified English, get help with vocabulary, and practice language exercises. Visit millburnlibrary.org/digital-resources to get started.
Register for Library programs by visiting millburnlibrary.org/events. Registrants will receive a Zoom link for online and hybrid programs. All in person programs will take place at the Library building at 200 Glen Ave. Programs are free and open to all residents.
