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Friends of the
Library Bookmark Contest for kids grades K-5
In cooperation with the
Fair Lawn elementary schools, the Friends of the Library are sponsoring
a bookmark contest. Students in grades K through 5 are invited to
design a bookmark on the theme of a favorite book. Designs will be
chosen from grades K-5 for each school. The winning designs will
become the official 75th anniversary bookmarks for the library and winners
will receive a book prize from the Friends of the Library. All
entries must be submitted by Friday, Nov. 21 to the school librarian
or to the Children's Room at the Maurice M. Pine Library. Click
to download an entry form (pdf file) The prizes will be awarded
on Sunday, January 11, 2009 at 2:30 at the library.
The Friends of the Library
will next meet on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 8:00 p.m. The meeting is delayed
a week as the library is closed on Nov. 11 (Veterans' Day)
Fair Lawn Art
Association 58th Annual Members Show, Nov. 16 to Dec. 31
The
Library Gallery is full of wonderful and varied art by the members of the
Fair Lawn Art Association. The public is invited to two receptions.
The first on Sun., Nov. 16, 2:30 -4:30 will be small and intimate for family
and friends, and then the full reception will be held Sunday, Dec. 14,
2:30-4:30.
Monday Movies
Dec.
1, 10:30 a.m. "The Lion in Winter"
United
for the Christmas holidays, King Henry II (Peter O'Toole) and his wife
(Katherine Hepburn) match wits over the success to his throne. The
firlm earned Oscars for best actress, best original score and best screenplay.
1968 134 min
DTV Conversion
Program - What you need to know
On
Thursday,
Dec. 4 at 1:30 p.m., a representative from Radio Shack will explain
what Digital Television is and how things will change on Feb. 19,
2009 when television signals convert from analog to digital. Learn
what to do if you have an older analog TV, whether you need a converter
box and how to get one. A demonstration of how to hook up the converter
boxes will be included in the program.
| Celebrate Noel
in Provence
During
the month of December collector and librarian Gail Enid Zimmer will display
her collection of santons in the library exhibit case. Santons are
small hand-painted figurines used for building nativity scenes.
And
don't miss "Santons: An Intimate Conversation
with collector Gail Enid Zimmer" on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2:00 p.m.
in
the Meeting Room. Gail will also offer a taste of the traditional Buch
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Library Book Group
"Pearl"
by Mary Gordon will be discussed when the Library Book Group next meets
on Thurday, Dec. 11 at 2:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 7:30p.m.
"On Christmas night of 1998, Maria Meyers learns that her twenty-year-old
daughter, Pearl, has chained herself outside the American embassy in Dublin,
where she intends to starve herself to death." The Seattle Times
reviewer comments "“Superb. . . . Beautifully realized . . . . Both an
exploration of mother-daughter dynamics and an exploration of faith. .
.Click
to read about the book and more reviews
Copies
of the book are available at the Circulation Desk. Members old and
new are always welcome.
Fall
Programs for children are underway. Click
for more information on our Kids' Page
Space Science
Saturday, November 22,
2:00-3:00 p.m. Grades K-Up
Reach for the stars and
learn about outer space in this hand-on fun-filled program that will combine
science, crafts and games. No registration is required.
Catch the Reading
Bug!
Our
summer activities are completeted and we had a wonderful time!
Click
to see some photos
We Celebrated
the Library's 75th Anniversary with an Open House on May 4, 2:00 to 4:00
p.m.
75
years ago a spirited group headed by Dr. Maurice M. Pine started the library
with a small collection of books in a room next to his office. The
following year the Mayor and Council provided a room in the Municipal Building
and, in 1944, the library came under municipal control. Since then
the library has grown, supported by Fair Lawn citizens, to become one of
the best in the county.
On
Sunday, May 4, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. we had a wonderful celebration with
entertainment, refreshments, presentations about the library, chances to
win gift baskets, and children's activities. The library was mobbed and
everyone had a great time. We couldn't have a better community!
Thanks to all who volunteered, staff members, Friends of the Library, members
of the press, and everyone who came to share our celebration. Click
to see lots of photos on a remote site.
Please
visit the library's 75th
Anniversary website
designed by staff member Mary Kirsch. You'll find lots of
interesting facts and pictures about our library's history.
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Did
you see us in the Parade?
Friends
and staff of the library celebrated Memorial Day by marching in Fair Lawn's
parade
Click
for BBQ pictures
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Author Michael
Reisman Visits
On
April 8, the Children's Room hosted a visit from author Michael Reisman
whose just-published book, "The Gravity Keeper," is receiving rave reviews.
Michael grew up in Fair Lawn and is the son of Sheldon and Karen Reisman.
(Click for pictures) Michael signed and read
from his book, and the audience was ecstatic! Visit
his website for more.
Friends of the
Library kick
off 2008 Annual Membership campaign. So far community members have
cotributed over $2,500 in 2008 annual memberships. Last year the
Friends raised over $4,500 from membership contributions and the annual
used booksale. This money was used for "extras" such as supporting
the Children's Summer Reading program, the BookPage subscription, and the
motion picture license. The Friends meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each
month with the next meeting scheduled for Tues, Sept. 9, 8:00 p.m. in the
Library Director's Office. Please consider joining and attending.
Click
to read more and for a membership form.
Dr. Albert Rosen, 1917-2007
We are deeply saddened by the
passing of beloved Fair Lawn pediatrician and library supporter Dr. Albert
Rosen. An avid library patron himself, over the years he made significant
contributions to the library endowment. The Rosen Children's Room of the
library was renamed in honor of Dr. Albert Rosen and in memory of his wife,
Shirley T. Rosen. Our deepest sympathy is extended to the Rosen family,
and our thanks for their generosity in naming the library as one of the
institution suggested for memorial donations.
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On July 20, 8:00 p.m. to
midnight, the library hosted a Harry Potter
Lock-in as we awaited the release of Harry Potter
and the Deathly Hallows.
94 kids and lots of staff
had a great time!
The Library is
now a wireless hotspot !
Cablevision,
the Friends of the Library and the Library Board have all contributed to
offer free wireless access at the library. Bring your wireless-enabled
laptop and come surf. You might want to bring a full battery pack
as outlets are limited. Click
to read more.
Community
Survey & FAQs
In
the fall of 2005 the library conducted a citizen survey that was mailed
to each household. The results are helping us with long range planning.
We found that there is considerable satisfaction on the part of our patrons
for which we are grateful. There were some comments and concerns
that were expressed consistently on the survey, so we have drawn up a FAQ.
Click
to read the frequently asked questions (FAQ) and the answers to them.
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