WHAT SHOULD WE PUT INTO OUR TIME CAPSULE?

In just a few short months, we'll be laying a brand new time capsule at the cornerstone of our new Main Library, which is currently under construction, and we'd love to know what you think it should hold. What items do you think best represent Maplewood right now? The time capsule will be slated to open 50 years from now, in 2083.
 
Please send your ideas to [email protected].       

MAPSO CELEBRATES BANNED BOOKS WEEK.

Banned Books Week celebrates the freedom to read and spotlights current and historical attempts to censor books in libraries and school.

ADULTS: PANEL DISCUSSION
Banned Books: What They Are and Why It Matters

Tuesday, October 3, 6:30 pm at South Orange Library

Join us for a special Banned Books Week discussion co-sponsored by Maplewood and South Orange libraries. Panelists will include Alison Macrina, Executive Director of the Library Freedom Project, and Marietta Zacker, co-owner of and literary agent at Gallt and Zacker Literary Agency.

TEENS: LETTER WRITING CAMPAIGN

All week at Maplewood & South Orange Libraries, teens can drop in to write a letter in support of the the New Jersey Right to Read Act.

KIDS: BANNED BOOKS READ-ALOUD

Thursday, October 5 at 4 pm at Hilton Branch Library

A read-aloud storytime for elementary school age kids & families.

OPEN MIC! Kids and families are invited to read aloud from your favorite banned children's books. Presented in partnership with South Orange Public Library and SOMA Action.

IT'S FRIENDS BOOK SALE TIME!

SALE DATES:

Friday, October 27: 10-4
Saturday, October 28: 10-2

DONATIONS: ONE DAY ONLY

Saturday, October 21: 10-2

Bring book donations to the Boyden Ave. side of the Adult Services library at 129 Boyden Ave.

The Friends cannot accept mildewed books, media, textbooks, encyclopedias or magazines.

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

MEDICARE MADE CLEAR

3 Steps to Your Ideas Plan & Price

Thursday, October 5 at 7 pm (virtual)

REGISTER HERE.

Don't let confusion hold you back!

Register now to gain Medicare clarity and confidence. You'll:

 - Learn WHEN to enroll or replace your plan.

 - Understand WHAT the parts and plans of Medicare entail.

 - Discover HOW to secure the right coverage at the lowest price.

Perfect for newcomers to Medicare and current enrollees alike.  

Presented by Maplewood resident Nancy Schwartz, Independent Licensed Medicare Broker at Smart Senior Healthcare. In the last 12 months, Nancy enrolled 178 people in best-fit Medicare plans.

BOOKS NOW AND THEN
Thursday, October 12
6:30 pm at Hilton Branch & virtual

Register here for virtual

READ AROUND THE WORLD (ECUADOR)
Wednesday, October 18 at 7 pm
Virtual: : Register here.

CLICK HERE FOR UPCOMING BOOK CLUB TITLES

SOMA TWO TOWNS FOR ALL AGES
4-PART HOUSING SERIES

Programs begin at 6:30 pm in person and live on Facebook. Please register at 908-656-0878 or [email protected]

How Does Homesharing Work?

October 5 at at South Orange Library

Matching those who need housing with those needing additional income or services.

The ABCs of ADUs

October 12 at at South Orange Library

Learn about Accessory Dwelling Units

AARP Homefit Guide: October 19 at Hilton Branch

Smart ways to make a home comfortable, safe, allowing people of all ages to age in place.

Intergenerational Housing: October 26 at Hilton Branch

This program will discuss the benefits to people of different ages living together and sharing their skills and time, and ways to go about achieving this.

TEEN NEWS

TWEENS & TEENS CHESS GROUP
Wednesdays at 6 pm at Hilton Branch

Oct. 11 & 25 / Nov. 8 & 29

Registration is encouraged.

Whether you're a complete beginner or trying to hone your skills, this chess group is for you!

Assisted by tutors from The Next Semester

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

 - All Children's programs are held at Hilton Branch
 - Unless otherwise noted, programs are drop-in
 - All children must be accompanied by an adult
 - Programs designed for families & not camps or preschool groups

We welcome caregivers/parents to experience a lively storytime with songs and rhymes that foster a love of reading.

BABY LAPSIT STORYTIMES
Thursdays, October 5, 12 & 19 @ 10:30 am

For ages birth to 18 months with a participating adult. This program is designed for children who are being held or are learning to crawl.

TODDLER STORYTIMES
Mondays, October 9 & 16 @ 10:30 am

For ages 1-3 years with a participating adult. This program is

designed for children who are being held or are learning to crawl.

PAJAMA STORYTIME

Monday Oct 9th @ 6:30 pm

For ages 3 - 6 with a participating adult

Fun themed stories for early elementary school age children.

WILMA AND THE WINGERS
Saturday Oct 14th @ 11am

An interactive and inclusive storytime with live music by Wilma and friends. Lots of fun for all ages, especially designed for younger children. Come sing & dance with us!

Parents are encouraged to participate with their children!

HOMESCHOOL MEETUP
Tuesday October 17 from 10am - 12 noon

Local homeschooling families are invited to come to the Hilton Branch of the Maplewood Library for a monthly Homeschooing Meet Up event.  Parents can learn more about local resources, while kids and teens can learn and play together.

READ TO A DOG
Monday, October 23rd @ 6:30-7:30pm

For school age children & tweens

A relaxed group environment for school-age kids and tweens to read out loud to a certified therapy dog. Kids take turns reading to a furry friend … in a group setting.

Build confidence and reading skills! Bring something to read aloud, or arrive early enough to have time to pick out a book to read.

LEGO CLUB
Friday October 20 @ 3:30pm

For ages 5 years & up with a participating adult

Join us for an hour of imagination and LEGO building. LEGO creations will be displayed in the library.

LIL TUMBLEZ
Thursday, October 26 @10:30am -11:30am

For kids ages 0-5 with a participating adult.

Join us for soft play. This activity is great for developing and improving motor skills, confidence and coordination. Kids will have a blast climbing, crawling, bouncing and exploring. This fun class is presented by Lil Tumblez Party.

We'll have stories on the side while you wait your turn. If the weather is nice, we'll be outside.