The monthly newsletter of
The Free Public Library of
Monroe Township
Express your gratitude for your good fortune this
Thanksgiving by making a contribution to the Monroe
LIBRARY CLOSINGS Township Food Pantry. The next time you come to the
Veteran’s Day Library to use a computer or borrow a book bring a
Thursday, 11/11
Thanksgiving Holiday nonperishable food item for the Food Pantry collection
Thursday, 11/25 box.
Friday, 11/26
Saturday, 11/27 The Pantry serves local families who are in need, and during
these difficult economic times the need is great. Boxed
stuffing, cranberry sauce and other holiday food items are
Monday—Thursday
11 AM—9 PM good choices, as well as, standard items such as canned
tuna, peanut butter, soups, pasta & rice, oatmeal, fruit juice,
Friday & Saturday and canned vegetables, beans & fruit. The Library staff will
12 PM—5 PM
Closed on Saturdays in July & bring all donated items to the Monroe Township Food
August Pantry.
Thank you for your contributions!
1-856-629-1212
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Children’s Programs
"Diary Of A Wimpy Kid" parent/child book discussion
Thursday, November 4th, 7 PM
Ages 8+
In honor of the upcoming release of "Diary Of A Wimpy Kid:
The Ugly Truth", we'll have a parent/child book discussion with
pizza. (Save lots of room!)We'll talk about the books, where we
think Greg is going in the future, and take a shot at starting our own
diaries. (Bring a small notebook.) Registration is required, so stop by
the Library or call 856-629-1212 x204.
Make a Turkey
Saturday, November 13th, 2 PM
Ages 3+
Come make an adorable turkey out of pine cones,
pompoms and pipe cleaners. Then, we'll hear some
Thanksgiving stories. Younger children may need
some parental help with the craft. Registration is
required, so please call 856-629-1212 x204.
Santa Comes To The Library
Saturday, December 4th, 2 PM
All ages
Come to the Library to see Santa Claus and tell him
what you want for Christmas. Then, we'll kick off the
Christmas season with some holiday stories.
Registration is required, so call 629-1212 x204.
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Music Lecture Series: Teen Book Discussion Group:
Everything you always wanted to know “Fantasy Books”
about music Monday, November 29
“Giants Born in 1813: Richard Wagner 7—8:30 PM
and Giuseppe Verdi” GRADES 7—12
Tuesday, November 2 Come discuss your favorite fantasy books—and
7—8:30 PM bring a story of your own!
Join us for a new monthly lecture series hosted by We meet the last Monday of each month (excluding
Paul Mack Somers. This month’s lecture will December). Feel free to bring a book that you want
discuss the rivalry between Romanticism in words to share.
and deeds. Discover how Wagner (a revolutionary
and decadent personality) and Verdi (a political
activist) changed both art and the political landscape.
Each month, Somers will be at the Library to discuss
different musical topics. Check back soon for the
subject of next month’s presentation!
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-
Time
by Mark Haddon
Tuesday, November 30
7:00 PM
Despite his overwhelming fear of interacting with
people, Christopher, a mathematically-gifted,
autistic boy, decides to investigate the murder of a
neighbor's dog and uncovers secret information about his
mother.