Millburn Library July 2023
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.
SUMMER READING CHALLENGE 2023 “ALL TOGETHER NOW”:
Monday, June 19- August 11
Register at millburnlibrary.beanstack.org
Sponsored by Friends of the Millburn Library
KIDS Ages 0-11
Log books and earn prizes as you go. There will be books, brag tags and more!
TEENS Ages 12-17
Read to Win! Every week you get a chance to win a gift card to a local spot in town OR a prize basket. The more you read, the better your chances. Reviews earn you extra raffle tickets (yes, please!) Tickets can be used in any of the weekly raffles.
ADULTS Ages 18 and up
Summer reading is not just for kids! Join our annual challenge and earn tickets to enter fantastic prize raffles, plus a bonus gift just for signing up. The more you read, the better your chances of winning.
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS:
RELAXED SEASONAL DINING WITH THE TASTY RADISH
Thursday July 6, 7-8pm, Online
Sophisticated snacks, delicious bites, and beautiful boards filled with seasonal treats form the basis for the apéro dînatoire, an elegant cross between a light dinner and a casual cocktail gathering. Learn how to adapt this relaxed style of dining at home using delicious ingredients, simple recipes, and an elegantly casual atmosphere.
GOOGLE PHOTOS
Friday, July 7th, 11am-12pm, Hybrid, Room B
Join us for a quick tour of the Google Photos app, which comes with a free Google (Gmail) account. Learn how to automatically back-up your phone photos, access them in the cloud, and share albums with friends & family.
DEDICATED TO THE PROPOSITION WITH SPOOK HANDY
Saturday July 15, 2:00pm, Auditorium
We are happy to welcome back Spook Handy with his new concert “Dedicated to the Proposition.” This American folk music performance is based on the idea that we have the tools we need to shape ourselves and our world into what we wish it to be.
AN INTRODUCTION TO THE NYC HIGH LINE WITH MARIO MEDICI
Thursday July 20, 7-8pm, Online
The High Line is only 1.45 miles long but it’s packed with history old and new. Take a walk on The High Line with Mario Medici, amateur photographer and historian, and discover how the High Line was transformed from a historic elevated freight rail to one of New York City’s most popular parks.
RESUME OPEN OFFICE HOURS
Saturday, July 22nd, 2:30-4pm, Room B
Need a quiet space and helpful resources to touch up your resume? Visit our open office! We’ll have laptops provided, a stack of resume books, and a librarian on hand to help find resume templates, resources & tips online. You will also learn about our digital resource, Brainfuse JobNow, where you can submit your resume to an expert for feedback, conduct a live mock interview prep, and chat 1-on-1 with a job coach.
PROGRAMS FOR KIDS:
STAY & PLAY:
Wednesday, Jul 19, 10:30am-12pm, 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.
July: Little Builders
CRAFTERNOON
Wednesday, July 19, 4-5pm, Auditorium
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.
CRAFTING TOGETHER
Join local artisan Joanne Gould to make a craft to take home!
For ages 6-12
Corner Page Bookmarks
Thursday, July 6, 4:00-4:45pm, Room B
Make corner bookmarks with origami paper and other
fun materials! Registration required.
Knotted Bead Bracelets
Thursday, July 27, 4:00-4:45pm, Room B
Thread and knot beads to make a special craft! Registration required.
PROGRAMS FOR TWEENS & TEENS:
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
Every other Friday, June 30 – August 25, 2:30-4:30pm, Teen Space
Beginners welcome! Registration required.
TEEN GAMING
Ages 12 and up
Tuesday, July 25, 3:30-4:45pm, Auditorium
Play on our Switch for glory and bragging rights!
TEEN LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS
For grades 7-12
Teen Read & Review
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**
RESOURCE OF THE MONTH!
GREAT COURSES
Hundreds of courses and lectures, from subjects like History, Economics, and Science all the way to Hobbies, Food & Wine, and Professional Development. The Great Courses is offered through the Libby app, just click on Extras on the homepage and select “Great Courses”. You can also find the Great Courses through the Hooplaapp, under the More > BingePasses tab.
