The Friends are pleased to an-

nounce that they have added the

Newark Museum to their list of

participating museums. The New-

ark Museum is the state's largest

museum. It holds fine collections

of American art, decorative arts,

contemporary art, and the art of

Asia, Africa, the Americas, and

the ancient world. Passes admit a

family (2 adults and all children

in the family) or 2 adults, and

they offer a 10% discount in the

museum shop plus admission to

the planetarium.

The Friends are also pleased to

announce that Liberty Science

Center has added the Westfield

Memorial Library to their list of

libraries whose patrons receive a

$3.00 discount on admission to

the center. Each patron must pre-

sent his/her library card to re-

ceive the discount. The discount

applies to any of the three levels

of admission (Science Center ad-

mission, Combination Pass, and

All-Access Pass) when it is pur-

chased. Visit the Circulation

Desk for more details.

Westfield Memorial Library Westfield Memorial Library 550 East Broad Street Westfield, NJ 07090-2197 908.789.4090 www.wmlnj.org

Library Hours Library Hours Monday-Thursday 9:30 am to 9:00 pm Friday and Saturday 9:30 am to 5:00 pm Sunday-1:00 to 5:00 pm Closed on Sundays for the summer starting May 22

Library ClosingsLibrary Closings

March 25 for Good Friday and March 25 for Good Friday and

March 27 for EasterMarch 27 for Easter

May 30 for Memorial DayMay 30 for Memorial Day

Board of Trustees MeetingsBoard of Trustees Meetings

March 24March 24

April 28April 28

May 26May 26 Friends Add Newark Museum to Museum Pass Program and Liberty Science Center Discount

Take NoteTake Note!!

New & Noteworthy at the Westfield Memorial LibraryNew & Noteworthy at the Westfield Memorial Library SSPRINGPRING 20162016

New Jersey Library Association New Jersey Library Association AwardAward--Winning NewsletterWinning Newsletter

Foundation News 2

Friends of the Library 3

Computer Classes 4

Foreign Films 5

Adult Programs 6 - 9

TGIF! Videos and Talks for Seniors 10

Children & Teens’ Programs 11, 12

Inside this issue:

We found it! Captured here in a moment of discovery are some

of the 35 children who recently participated in the library’s

popular annual Scavenger Hunt. Working in teams and using

clues, they circulated throughout the first floor looking for hid-

den items and becoming library experts in the process.

Mission Statement

The Westfield Memorial Library—the com-munity’s destination for discovery and ideas—engages minds, entertains spirits and facilitates lifelong learning for people of all ages.

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Take Note! is published four times a year by the Westfield Memorial Library

550 East Broad Street

Westfield, NJ 07090

908.789.4090 www.wmlnj.org

Director Phil Israel Editor and Designer Roz Giuditta

Board of Trustees Jim Capone Jr., President

Thomas Delaney, Vice President

Janice Sampson, Secretary

Terry Quinn, Treasurer

Jessica Brooks

Robin Kirna David Molowa Vicki Kimmins,

Mayor’s Alternate Charles Ostroff, Superintendent’s

Alternate

News from the Foundation

Your Child’s Name Here

The Westfield Memorial Library Foundation

(WMLF) is excited to announce that it recently

launched a children's bookplate program! You and

your child can select a personalized bookplate to

be affixed to the child’s favorite library book.

Beautifully illustrated and designed by Westfield’s

talented local artist, Linnea W. Rhodes, the book-

plates are $10 each or three for $25. They’re a per-

fect way to make a memory and celebrate a love

for reading while helping the WMLF support the

library. Just choose a book, bring it to the Circula-

tion Desk and the staff will help you go from there.

More information is available at the Youth Ser-

vices Desk or contact the Foundation at wml-

foundation@gmail.com.

For more information about the WMLF, including

any upcoming events, please be sure to visit our

Facebook page.

Members of the Foundation: Top row: Rebecca

Reissman, Diane Quinn, Jamie Salzman; Middle

row: Brett Vasquez, Lauren Feldman, Kate Brochu;

and Bottom row: President Amanda Ayers, Tara

Kelly, and Francesca Azzara.

Each of the bookplates depicts a season

because as we all know: “It’s always the

season for reading!

Westfield Memorial Library Foundation Launches Bookplate Program for Children

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News from the Friends of the Library

The Friends’ Annual Book Sale Returns for the 43rd Year!

Mark your calendars for the Friends’ Annual Book Sale.

Please help the Friends support the library and community

by donating books and volunteering at the Sale. It’s fun,

plus there are great buys.

Volunteers—including students seeking service credits—are

needed to be part of or help lead teams handling set up, do-

nations, sales, etc. from April 19-30. Please contact

wmlvolunteers@gmail.com and include a phone number.

The Friends welcome donations of gently used books, audio books, CDs, and DVDs and current textbooks. Please note: they cannot accept damaged, yellowed or moldy books, outdated refer-ence books, condensed books, encyclopedias, VHS tapes, maga-zines or records.

Donation Days (Hours subject to change)

Thursday, April 21: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Friday, April 22: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday, April 23: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sale Days:

Friends of the Library Members Only

Tuesday, April 26: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

(Membership required, may be purchased

in advance or at the door)

Sale Days: Open to the Public

Wednesday, April 27: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Thursday, April 28: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Friday, April 29 (1/2 Price Day): 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday, April 30 (Bag Day): 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Let’s Discuss These Great

Books at the Friends Book Club

Rebecca By Daphne Du Maurier

Wednesday, March 16

2:00 pm Dead Wake

The Last Crossing of the Lusitania By Erik Larson

Wednesday, May 18 2:00 pm

All meetings are in the Meeting Room. See the

Circulation Desk staff for a copy of each book. All

are welcome.

The Hale Speaker Series*

Continues For the Ninth Year Hosted by the Friends

All meetings on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm

Christa Clarke

Westfield Resident and Senior Curator, Arts of Africa

at the Newark Museum “In and Beyond the Museum:

A Curator’s Life in the 21st Century” Wednesday, April 6

Saul Dritell Westfield Resident, longtime shop own-

er and real estate broker “Downtown Westfield—

A Time to Remember”

Wednesday, May 11

Brian Carovillano Westfield High School Graduate and

Managing Editor of US News for the Associated Press

“Journalism in a Changing World”

Wednesday, September 28

Robert Barchi** Former Westfield Resident and

President, Rutgers University

“Rutgers—Celebrating 250 Years” Wednesday, November 16

**Bauer Branch of the Westfield Y 422 East Broad Street

*Made possible by grants from

The Thomas Glasser Foundation and The Anne and Lee Hale Fund

Applications for the annual Future Librarian Scholarship

are available at the Circulation Desk. A Westfield resident

currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Library Science or

a college degree in Media Education will be considered.

Westfield High 2016 graduates who have been employed at

the Library or have volunteered at the high school are also

invited to apply. Submit all applications to the Scholarship

Committee, attention Jane Stepanski, no later than 4/15/16.

Librarian Scholarship AvailableLibrarian Scholarship Available

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Computer Classes for the SpringComputer Classes for the SpringComputer Classes for the Spring

For all of these classes, you must have For all of these classes, you must have For all of these classes, you must have some computer knowledge and skill, plus mouse and typing skillssome computer knowledge and skill, plus mouse and typing skillssome computer knowledge and skill, plus mouse and typing skills

Advanced Word Advanced Word -- Part IPart I

Wednesday, March 9Wednesday, March 9

10:00 am to 12:00 pm10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Popular instructor Karen Camden returns and

teaches a two-part Advanced MS Word 2007

class. Part 1 covers basic table design, page

layout, autotext features and quick parts. You

may bring your own laptop.

Advanced Word Advanced Word -- Part IIPart II

Thursday, April 7 Thursday, April 7

10 am to 12:00 pm10 am to 12:00 pm

Karen Camden returns to teach the second

part of Advanced Word 2007. Topics covered

include: mailing labels and envelopes, using

templates, and working with forms. You may

bring your own laptop.

Photo Editing with GIMPPhoto Editing with GIMP

Monday, May 9Monday, May 9

3:00 to 4:30 pm3:00 to 4:30 pm

Want to learn how to bring out the best in your

digital photographs, get rid of ugly intrusions

in your landscapes, and bring out dazzling col-

ors and shadows in your images? Come to our

class on the photo editing tool GIMP, a free

program similar to Photoshop and Lightroom.

The class is for experienced computer users.

Mouse and copy and paste skills are required.

You may bring your own laptop, but it must

have GIMP loaded on it.

PreziPrezi

Thursday, April 7 Thursday, April 7

7:00 to 8:30 pm7:00 to 8:30 pm

If you want to enhance your presentations (or

help your children enhance theirs), then this

class is for you! Prezi is a program that lets you

dynamically present information. Rather than a

flat slideshow, Prezi lets you zoom, spin, and

travel through presentations.

Google Drive Google Drive

Saturday, May 21Saturday, May 21

10:00 to 11:30 am10:00 to 11:30 am

Google Drive is a free, cloud-based platform

for word processing, presentations, and spread-

sheets. Being “cloud-based” means that your

work is stored online and can be accessed on

any computer anywhere. Learn how to use this

convenient and powerful suite of software!

You must have mouse skills for these classes.

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Write-ups excerpted from imdb.com

A long, long time ago, back in the spring of 1914, they were so happy to-

gether. There was Vera Brittain, an upper class girl with ideas of her own;

and her bright brother Edward; and his group of friends. Among the group

was Roland Leighton; a handsome, sensitive man for whom Vera had fallen. They all had wonder-

ful plans for the future, but then came that fateful day of August 4, 1914 when Britain declared war

on Germany. All their beautiful dreams were to be shattered one after the other. All except one ...

Testament of Youth Monday, March 14 Language: English Running Time: 130 minutes

Rust and Bone Rust and Bone Monday, April 11Monday, April 11

Language: FrenchLanguage: French Running Time: 120 minutes

Put in charge of his young son, Alain leaves Belgium for Antibes to

live with his sister and her husband as a family. Alain's bond with

Stephanie, a killer whale trainer, grows deeper after

Stephanie suffers a horrible accident.

Jimmy’s Hall Jimmy’s Hall Monday, May 16Monday, May 16

Language: EnglishLanguage: English

Running Time: 109 minutesRunning Time: 109 minutes

1932. Jimmy Gralton is back home in the Irish countryside after

ten years of forced exile in the USA. Everyone is happy except the local

priest; the village squire, and the chief of the fascists. The reason is simple:

Jimmy is a socialist activist. So when the “intruder” reopens the village hall,

thus enabling the villagers to gather to sing, dance, paint, study or box, they

take a dim view of the whole thing. People who think and unite are difficult

to manipulate, aren't they? From that moment on they will use every means

possible to get rid of Jimmy and his “dangerous” hall.

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Spring Programs for AdultsSpring Programs for AdultsSpring Programs for Adults

Listen to “Hit the Roof”Listen to “Hit the Roof”

Saturday, March 5Saturday, March 5

at 2:00 pmat 2:00 pm

Matt Albert

Hit The Roof Band, the ultimate eclectic experi-

ence, reinvigorates old songs with a new twist.

Keyboardist Matt and his brother, drummer Albert,

play a bit of ragtime-stride, swing and boogie-

woogie. They sample rock ‘n roll and New Orleans

-style piano, which has roots steeped in boogie-

woogie, gospel, classical, and funk. Fully able to

express complex ideas with their music, Hit the

Roof delivers a deep emotional understanding of

the musical landscape. If you love good music and

soul with classical underpinnings, don’t miss this

interactive musical experience.

Color Your World! Coloring for AdultsColor Your World! Coloring for Adults

Tuesday, March 8 at 10:00 amTuesday, March 8 at 10:00 am

Tuesday, April 12 at 10:00 amTuesday, April 12 at 10:00 am

Tuesday, May 10 at 10:00 amTuesday, May 10 at 10:00 am

Our hectic lives color our view of the world.

Wouldn't it be great if you could just spend a

few unhurried hours with a coloring book?

Whether you color inside or outside the lines,

coloring is a fun and relaxing activity that

allows you to get your creative juices flowing

without the need for any artistic talent. Join

us for a program that will make you feel like

a kid again! The coloring patterns we'll pro-

vide are geometric, intricate, and abstract,

designed to appeal to adults. We'll supply all

the materials. No need to register.

Accounting BasicsAccounting Basics——DeDe--MystifiedMystified

Part I Wednesday, March 9 1:00Part I Wednesday, March 9 1:00--4:00 pm4:00 pm

Part II Thursday, April 7 1:00Part II Thursday, April 7 1:00--4:00 pm 4:00 pm

Does the thought of accounting terminology frighten you? Are you

new to concepts of Accounting and Finance? Has it been a few years

since you took Accounting/Finance 101? Become familiar with the

terminology and basics which will allow you to understand financial

statements, the accounting process, how to read an annual report and

how to apply and interpret ratios. Instructor Karen Camden helps you

gain valuable and useful insight into the world of Accounting and

Finance.

NEW CLASS!!

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Michael Aaron Rockland Presents “The Jersey Joke”Michael Aaron Rockland Presents “The Jersey Joke”

Wednesday, March 30 at 7:00 PMWednesday, March 30 at 7:00 PM

This program is funded by the Horizons Speakers Bureau of the

New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the

National Endowment for the Humanities.

Even More Spring Programs for AdultsEven More Spring Programs for AdultsEven More Spring Programs for Adults

New Jersey has long been the whipping boy of

New York City and suffered from something of an

inferiority complex. Rarely has a Saturday Night

Live episode or a Woody Allen movie spared New

Jersey. But, ironically, beginning in 1975, when

Bruce Springsteen appeared simultaneously on the

covers of both Time and Newsweek magazines and

continuing with the fame “The Sopranos” brought

to New Jersey, the state has been enjoying some-

thing of a renaissance and the Jersey joke has been

in decline.

Michael Aaron Rockland is the Professor and

Chair of the Department of American Studies, Rut-

gers University. He has won seven major teaching/

lecturing awards, including the National Teaching

Award in American Studies. He has lectured in

some twenty-three countries around the world. A

regular contributor to New Jersey Monthly maga-

zine, Professor Rockland has also worked in televi-

sion and film production, mostly for P.B.S., in-

cluding scripting and acting in one movie.

If you feel hopeless about sorting your piles of papers or bins of photos then this

workshop is for you! Learn a simple one-step filing method for papers and

finally figure out which papers to keep and for how long. Forget filing cabi-

nets—Jamie will demonstrate how to store paperwork so you can retrieve what

you need. She’ll also discuss junk mail, important documents, magazine clip-

pings and other papers. Then see how to sort those bins, bags and boxes of photos so you can pro-

tect and enjoy the memories. Jamie will show you how to simplify these projects so they’re not so

overwhelming. Procrastinate no more; get started by attending this event!

Learn How to Organize Paperwork and PhotographsLearn How to Organize Paperwork and Photographs

With Jamie Novak on Tuesday, April 5 at 7:00 pmWith Jamie Novak on Tuesday, April 5 at 7:00 pm

The Light Opera of New Jersey (LONJ), a premier operetta, opera, and musical theater com-

pany was founded in 1995 as Ridge Light Opera. LONJ performs works from composers such

as Gilbert & Sullivan, Mozart, Offenbach and Romberg. Musical theater favorites such as “My Fair

Lady” and “Carousel” and a wide variety of musical concerts and cabarets round out the repertoire. The

company includes professional singers as well as highly skilled amateur performers and an outstanding

ensemble known for its “wall of sound.” LONJ is a registered, non-profit performing arts ensemble

based in Basking Ridge. “Savoy Faire” is a Gilbert & Sullivan ensemble of featured artists from LONJ,

who are focused on community outreach. The primary goal of Savoy Faire is to educate and enlighten

audiences of all ages while providing top-notch entertainment.

Thrill to the Music of Light Opera of New Jersey’s Thrill to the Music of Light Opera of New Jersey’s

Savoy Faire on Saturday, April 9 at 2:00 pmSavoy Faire on Saturday, April 9 at 2:00 pm

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Michael Aaron Rockland Presents “The Jersey Joke”Michael Aaron Rockland Presents “The Jersey Joke”

Wednesday, March 30 at 7:00 PMWednesday, March 30 at 7:00 PM

This program is funded by the Horizons Speakers Bureau of the

New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the

National Endowment for the Humanities.

Even More Spring Programs for AdultsEven More Spring Programs for AdultsEven More Spring Programs for Adults

New Jersey has long been the whipping boy of

New York City and suffered from something of an

inferiority complex. Rarely has a Saturday Night

Live episode or a Woody Allen movie spared New

Jersey. But, ironically, beginning in 1975, when

Bruce Springsteen appeared simultaneously on the

covers of both Time and Newsweek magazines and

continuing with the fame “The Sopranos” brought

to New Jersey, the state has been enjoying some-

thing of a renaissance and the Jersey joke has been

in decline.

Michael Aaron Rockland is the Professor and

Chair of the Department of American Studies, Rut-

gers University. He has won seven major teaching/

lecturing awards, including the National Teaching

Award in American Studies. He has lectured in

some twenty-three countries around the world. A

regular contributor to New Jersey Monthly maga-

zine, Professor Rockland has also worked in televi-

sion and film production, mostly for P.B.S., in-

cluding scripting and acting in one movie.

If you feel hopeless about sorting your piles of papers or bins of photos then this

workshop is for you! Learn a simple one-step filing method for papers and

finally figure out which papers to keep and for how long. Forget filing cabi-

nets—Jamie will demonstrate how to store paperwork so you can retrieve what

you need. She’ll also discuss junk mail, important documents, magazine clip-

pings and other papers. Then see how to sort those bins, bags and boxes of photos so you can pro-

tect and enjoy the memories. Jamie will show you how to simplify these projects so they’re not so

overwhelming. Procrastinate no more; get started by attending this event!

Learn How to Organize Paperwork and PhotographsLearn How to Organize Paperwork and Photographs

With Jamie Novak on Tuesday, April 5 at 7:00 pmWith Jamie Novak on Tuesday, April 5 at 7:00 pm

The Light Opera of New Jersey (LONJ), a premier operetta, opera, and musical theater com-

pany was founded in 1995 as Ridge Light Opera. LONJ performs works from composers such

as Gilbert & Sullivan, Mozart, Offenbach and Romberg. Musical theater favorites such as “My Fair

Lady” and “Carousel” and a wide variety of musical concerts and cabarets round out the repertoire. The

company includes professional singers as well as highly skilled amateur performers and an outstanding

ensemble known for its “wall of sound.” LONJ is a registered, non-profit performing arts ensemble

based in Basking Ridge. “Savoy Faire” is a Gilbert & Sullivan ensemble of featured artists from LONJ,

who are focused on community outreach. The primary goal of Savoy Faire is to educate and enlighten

audiences of all ages while providing top-notch entertainment.

Thrill to the Music of Light Opera of New Jersey’s Thrill to the Music of Light Opera of New Jersey’s

Savoy Faire on Saturday, April 9 at 2:00 pmSavoy Faire on Saturday, April 9 at 2:00 pm

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The Final Page of Stupendous Programs for AdultsThe Final Page of Stupendous Programs for AdultsThe Final Page of Stupendous Programs for Adults

On a cold, crisp, late winter evening, in a town that's almost not on a map,

a group of people find love, friendship and unexpected connections in the

charming little community of “Almost, Maine.” This quirky comedy

serves up a series of short skits that show different residents and visitors in

the span of one night in a town in northern Maine that doesn't have a zip

code, but latitude and longitude coordinates.

Founded in 1992, the Hudson Shakespeare Company strives to bring the

classics and contemporary theater to a myriad of locations throughout

New Jersey and the greater Tri-State area.

We promise…you will love itWe promise…you will love it

The Hudson Shakespeare Company’s production of “Almost Maine” The Hudson Shakespeare Company’s production of “Almost Maine”

on Wednesday, April 13 at 7:00 pmon Wednesday, April 13 at 7:00 pm

Lincoln Center Local Screenings Continue withLincoln Center Local Screenings Continue with

Ring them Bells! A Kander and Ebb CelebrationRing them Bells! A Kander and Ebb Celebration

Saturday, May 14 at 2:00 pm* Saturday, May 14 at 2:00 pm*

Rob Fisher’s lively tribute to the music and musi-

cals created by John Kander and Fred Ebb stars

Broadway’s Marin Mazzie, Jason Danieley, and

two of Kander & Ebb’s best-known collaborators,

Chita Rivera and Joel Grey. From Cabaret to Chi-

cago to Kiss of the Spider Woman, Kander and

Ebb’s work sparkles with wit even as it channels

the deepest, sometimes darkest, reaches of the hu-

man heart.*Generously funded through support from the Oak

Foundation, Altman Foundation and Booth Ferris Foundation*

The Weiss Family Jazz Series, Presented by the Westfield Memorial The Weiss Family Jazz Series, Presented by the Westfield Memorial

Library Foundation, Brings You The Mason Gross School of the Arts Jazz Trio Library Foundation, Brings You The Mason Gross School of the Arts Jazz Trio

on Wednesday, May 4 at 7:00 pmon Wednesday, May 4 at 7:00 pm

Come in for an evening of true jazz! The Rutgers University Mason Gross School of the Arts is the flag-

ship public arts conservatory of New Jersey. It is a community of artists—dancers, filmmakers, musi-

cians, theater artists, and visual artists—who study, teach, create, perform, and exhibit. The mission of

the school is to nurture creative talent and instill the insights and skills that future generations of arts

professionals need to contribute to the creative and scholarly world.

Listen to Carl GentryListen to Carl Gentry

Wednesday, May 18 at 7:00 pmWednesday, May 18 at 7:00 pm

Musician and songwriter Carl Gentry plays an in-

spired mix of instantly recognizable classic and party

rock hits from the 60's through the 80's, as well as

some of his own songs. He plays piano and keyboards

for Jon Bon Jovi and Bobby Bandiera, and has per-

formed with Bruce Springsteen, Southside Johnny and

John Cafferty.

The Return of the Kitchen GardenThe Return of the Kitchen Garden

Saturday, May 21 at 1:30 pmSaturday, May 21 at 1:30 pm

Nothing tastes better than fresh-

ly picked herbs, vegetables,

fruits and seasonings. Instruc-

tor Karen Camden helps you

grow your own

kitchen garden.

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BALLET FAVORITES March 4 Enjoy highlights of popular ballets.

PAGE ONE: INSIDE THE NEW YORK TIMES March 11

Learn about the inner workings of The New

York Times.

CLASSIC MOVIE WEEK: “WAKING NED DEVINE” March 18

Starring Ian Bannen and Fionulla Flanagan.

NO TGIF! MARCH 25 — GOOD FRIDAY

EVERY LITTLE STEP April 1

Go behind the scenes at the auditions for the

revival of the Broadway show A Chorus Line.

GRAND COULEE DAM April 8

Experience the construction of the Grand

Coulee Dam.

CLASSIC MOVIE WEEK: “EASTER PARADE” April 15

Starring Judy Garland and Fred Astaire.

NO TGIF! APRIL 22 — FRIENDS BOOK SALE NO TGIF! APRIL 29 — FRIENDS BOOK SALE

BEVERLY SILLS: MADE IN AMERICA May 6

Follow the triumphant career of

opera star Beverly Sills.

EMMA GOLDMAN May 13

Learn about the life of this “exceedingly

dangerous woman.”

CLASSIC MOVIE WEEK: “ANNIE GET YOUR GUN” May 20

Starring Betty Hutton and Howard Keel.

NO TGIF!

MAY 27— HAPPY MEMORIAL

DAY!

TGIF! Fridays: An Exciting Series of Programs for Adults Movies, Music and More—All Free

Light refreshments served. All programs begin at 1:30 p.m. A fun way to socialize and make new friends.

No registration necessary. For further information about TGIF programs, please call the Reference Department at 908.789.4090, X 7950.

TGIF! Spring 2016

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Dinoman Dinosaur tracks lead right to the library! Have no

fear, Dinoman is here! With magic, merry mayhem

and magnificent props, the audience is taken on a

trip throughout the Mesozoic era. Featuring Bob

Lisaius and his giant inflatable dinosaurs!

Date: Saturday, March 5

Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am

Age: 4 years & up

Open to full-service Westfield library card holders

only.

Registration required for ALL children/adults

attending the program.

Use library card number to register each person.

Online registration begins on February 1.

The Jester Jim Show With nothing more than a trunk full of props,

Jester Jim will have you cracking up in your seat!

Juggling, balancing, beatboxing, and comedy – this

show is packed with fun and excitement.

Date: Saturday, March 12

Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am

Age: 3 years & up

Open to full-service Westfield library card holders

only.

Registration required for ALL children/adults

attending the program.

Use library card number to register each person.

Online registration begins February 1.

Atka,

the Amazing Eskie Atka, an 11-year-old standard

American Eskimo Dog, his Eskie

sister 'Normal Dog' Nuka,

puppy Kayu, and their owner, Thy, will be performing

unique dog tricks. Several of these tricks are

interactive, requiring audience participation. Atka

was featured on Animal Planet's TV series, “Dogs

101,” representing the American Eskimo Dog in the

studios. He has also recently filmed his first movie

role as the “Hero Dog.”

Date: Saturday, March 19

Time: 10:30 - 11:30 pm

Age: 3 years & up

Open to full-service Westfield library card holders

only.

Registration required for ALL children/adults

attending the program.

Use library card number to register each person.

Online registration begins on February 1.

Tropical Rainforest Presented by Bill Boesenberg of Snakes-n-Scales.

The tropical rainforest is perhaps THE most

interesting ecosystem on Earth. These forests are

filled with amazing animal species using adaptations

to survive. Meet live toads, lizards, and snakes as

you learn about the fascinating world they inhabit.

Date: Saturday, April 2

Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am

Age: 4 years & up

Open to full-service Westfield library card holders

only.

Registration required for ALL children/adults

attending the program.

Use library card number to register each person.

Online registration Begins on March 1.

Friends of the Library Programs for Children Friends of the Library Programs for Children Friends of the Library Programs for Children Spring 2016Spring 2016Spring 2016

For the enjoyment of all, children MUST be the correct age for any program they attend and have a

full-service Westfield Library card in their name. To register, visit our website, www.wmlnj.org,

then click on Calendar. Any questions, please ask a Youth Services Librarian.

Thank you to the Friends of the Library for these programs!

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¡Hora de cuentos!

Bilingual storytime for Spanish speakers and learners.

Join us as we read stories, sing songs, and watch a short

movie in Spanish.

Dates: Tuesdays, March 1, 8, 15

Time: 11:00 – 11:30 am

Ages: 3-5 years old

Parent or caregiver attends with child. No pre-registration

required. Please sign in at the Youth Services desk when you

arrive. Child MUST have a full-service Westfield library

card in his/her own name.

Evening LEGO Club

Use your imagination to create wonderful LEGO structures!

Dates: Tuesdays, March 8, April 12

Time: 6:30 - 7:15 pm

Grades: 1 through 5 (No kindergarten)

Parents/guardians remain in the library during program.

No Pre-Registration Required. Please sign in at the Youth

Services desk when you arrive. Child MUST be in grades 1

through 5 and have a full-service Westfield library card

in his/her own name.

Chess Club for Kids Chess sets are available for kids to play each other. Bring a

friend or make a new one!

Dates: Fridays, March 11, April 8, May 13

Time: 3:45 - 4:30 pm

There is no age requirement, but children must already

know how the chess pieces move. No pre-registration

required. Please sign in at the Youth Services desk when you

arrive. Child MUST have a full-service Westfield library

card in his/her own name.

Playgroup for Babies

Come for a Lapsit story and stay for Playgroup! Moms, dads,

caregivers and babies 0-23 months are invited to socialize

and interact in our program room. We'll provide playmats,

board books and simple toys.

Dates: Fridays, March 18, April 1, April 8, April 15

Time: 10:00 - 10:45 am

Ages: 0-23 months

Parent or caregiver attends with child.

No pre-registration required.

Please sign in at the Youth Services desk when you arrive.

Child MUST have a full-service Westfield library card in

his/her own name.

Afternoon Fun for 4's & 5's Storytime

Join us for longer stories and fun crafts as we continue our

path towards literacy.

Dates: Tuesdays, March 22 – April 26

Time: 1:00 - 1:30 pm

Ages: 4 & 5 year olds

Child attends program without parent or caregiver. No pre-

registration required. Please sign in at the Youth Services

desk when you arrive. Child MUST be the correct age and

must have a full-service Westfield library card in his/

her own name.

Time for 3's Storytime Stories, songs, rhymes and more.

Dates: Wednesdays, March 23 – April 27

Time: 10:30 - 11:00 am

Age: 3 years old

Parent or caregiver attends with child. No preregistration

required. Please sign in at the Youth Services Desk when you

arrive. Child MUST be the correct age and must have a

full-service Westfield library card in his/her name.

2's on Thursday Storytime

Stories, songs, finger-plays and movement activities.

Dates: Thursdays, March 24 – April 28

Time: 10:30 - 10:50 am

Age: 2 years old

Parent or caregiver attends with child. No pre-registration

required. Please sign in at the Youth Services desk when you

arrive. Child MUST be the correct age and must have a

full-service Westfield library card in his/her own name.

Sing-Along with Sister String!

Join Sister String for a fun-filled musical sing-along of clas-

sic children's songs.

Date: Thursdays, May 5, 19, 26

Time: 10:30 - 11:00 am

All ages welcome with parent or caregiver. No pre-

registration required. Please sign in at the Youth Services

desk when you arrive. Child MUST have a full-service

Westfield library card in his/her own name.

It's Movie Time!

Welcome your Wednesday with some fun movies! These

animated versions of picture books are the perfect way to

start your day.

Dates: Wednesdays, May 4, 11, 18, 25

Time: 10:30 - 11:00 am

All ages welcome with parent or caregiver. Parent or

caregiver attends with child. No pre-registration required.

Please sign in at the Youth Services desk when you arrive.

Child MUST have a full-service Westfield library card in

his/her own name.

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For the enjoyment of all, children MUST be the correct age for the storytime program they attend and have a full

-service Westfield Library card in their name. If you have any questions, please ask a Youth Services Librarian.