■ West Deptford Free Public Library E-Newsletter A place for all reasons! ■ West Deptford Free Public Library E-Newsletter A place for all reasons! www.westdeptford.lib.nj.us Check It Out! VOL. 17, NO. 3, OCTOBER 2019 Page 1 Check It Out! Check It Out! October 2019 Volume 17, Number 3 Water/Ways & Sharing Your Water Stories at your Library “Water/Ways”, an exhibition from the Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street, explores the relationship between people and water. It explores the centrality of water in our lives including its effect on the environment and climate, its practical role in agriculture and economic planning, and its impact on culture and spirituality. “Water/Ways” is part of Museum on Main Street, a unique collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES), state humanities councils across the nation, and local host institutions. To learn more visit www.museumonmainstreet.org . WDFPL looks forward to hosting “Water/Ways” March 2 through April 11, 2020. The Smithsonian’s Water/Ways exhibition dives into water – an essential component of life on our planet, environmentally, culturally, and historically. We will be looking for community volunteers to dive in as well. Check out www.westdeptford.lib.nj.u s for details to follow in January 2020. Please call the Library, 856-845-5593, if you would like to help out with this amazing eco-friendly exhibit! Book-a-Tech Make an appointment, 856-845-5593, to meet with Technology Coordinator Bobby Dillon for individual computer help. Notes from the Board “Everything good, everything magical happens between the months of June and August” – Jenny Han Thank you so much for your continued support of the WDFPL. May the transition from summer to autumn continue to bring you magical moments and all things good. It’s amazing how quickly the summer months fly by! Summertime - a time for relaxation, fun, friends, & adventure. A little bit of all of these were found at the West Deptford Free Public Library this summer. Our children and teen summer reading programs and family events were well attended as everyone explored “A Universe of Stories”. I’d like to thank the wonderful West Deptford library staff and all of our residents who participated in these programs making them such a success. As the summer winds down, I’d like to encourage you to stop by the library and check out one last beach read, view our exhibits, plan a day trip by borrowing one of our many museum passes, or inquire about our fall programs. If you don’t have a library card, please make sure to drop by and sign up. Our staff is always happy to help. Terri Wallowich Board President New Circulation Staff We are pleased to welcome our newest WDFPL staff member Kim Capri, Circulation Substitute. Kim is a West Deptford resident, an avid Library user and also a long time Library volunteer! Please stop in to welcome Kim to our staff. TAI CHI: Mondays, September 16 to December 16, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Julie Rutherford’s Designed Candles
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■ West Deptford Free Public Library E-Newsletter A place for all reasons!
■ West Deptford Free Public Library E-Newsletter A place for all reasons!
www.westdeptford.lib.nj.us
Check It Out! VOL. 17, NO. 3, OCTOBER 2019 Page 1
Check It Out!Check It Out!
October 2019Volume 17, Number 3
Water/Ways & Sharing YourWater Stories at your Library
“Water/Ways”, an exhibition from the Smithsonian’s Museumon Main Street, explores the relationship between people andwater. It explores the centrality of water in our lives includingits effect on the environment and climate, its practical role inagriculture and economic planning, and its impact on culture andspirituality. “Water/Ways” is part of Museum on Main Street, aunique collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution TravelingExhibition Service (SITES), state humanities councils acrossthe nation, and local host institutions. To learn more visitwww.museumonmainstreet.org.
WDFPL looks forward to hosting “Water/Ways” March 2 throughApril 11, 2020. The Smithsonian’s Water/Ways exhibition divesinto water – an essential component of life on our planet,environmentally, culturally, and historically.We will be looking for communityvolunteers to dive in as well. Check outwww.westdeptford.lib.nj.us for detailsto follow in January 2020. Please callthe Library, 856-845-5593, if youwould like to help out with this amazingeco-friendly exhibit!
Book-a-Tech Make an appointment, 856-845-5593, to meet with
Technology Coordinator Bobby Dillon for individual computer help.
Notes from the Board “Everything good, everything magical happens between
the months of June and August”– Jenny Han
Thank you so much for your continued support ofthe WDFPL. May the transition from summer to autumncontinue to bring you magical moments and all things good.
It’s amazing how quickly the summer months fly by!Summertime - a time for relaxation, fun, friends, &adventure. A little bit of all of these were found at theWest Deptford Free Public Library this summer. Our childrenand teen summer reading programs and family events werewell attended as everyone explored “A Universe ofStories”. I’d like to thank the wonderful West Deptfordlibrary staff and all of our residents who participated inthese programs making them such a success.
As the summer winds down, I’d like to encourage youto stop by the library and check out one last beach read,view our exhibits, plan a day trip by borrowing one of ourmany museum passes, or inquire about our fall programs.If you don’t have a library card, please make sure to dropby and sign up. Our staff is always happy to help.
Terri WallowichBoard President
New Circulation StaffWe are pleased to welcome our newest
WDFPL staff member Kim Capri, CirculationSubstitute. Kim is a West Deptford resident, anavid Library user and also a long time Libraryvolunteer! Please stop in to welcome Kim toour staff.TAI CHI: Mondays, September 16
to December 16, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Julie Rutherford’sDesigned Candles
Book DiscussionSponsored by the friends of
the West Deptford Free Public Library
Second Mondays @ 11:00 a.m.
October 14The 19th Wife by David Ebershoff
November 11A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
by Betty Smith
Adult Services Programs • October – December 2019 Crafting Circle
Thursdays • October - December10:00 a.m.Crochet, embroidery, knit, macramé –no formal instruction, lots ofencouragement, meet new people.
First Friday Movie Matinee@ 1:00 p.m.
October 4 • Aquaman – a DC Comics hero in action.November 1 • Gloria Bell – an uplifting romp featuring
Julianne Moore. December 6 • Shazam – a young boy transforms into
Captain Marvel.
Tai Chi with Ralph Quinn is back!Mondays • September 16 - December 161:30 - 2:30 p.m.Ralph Quinn returns to teachDr. Paul Lam’s Tai Chi for Arthritis.
African Americans in theAmerican Revolution *
Thursday • October 10 • 7:00 p.m.Dr. Jennifer Janofsky, PhD. offers aninsider’s view of African Americans inthe American Revolution.
Genealogy: Using Ancestry.com Thursdays • 3:00 p.m.October 10, November 14Informative presentation on WDFPL’ssubscription database, Ancestry.com.
Arsenic and Old Lakes:A River Rerouted
October 3 • 7:00 p.m.The Maurice River re-routing -compelling story and discussion withThomas Belton, RA, PhiladelphiaAcademy of Natural Sciences, DrexelUniversity. Sponsored by NJCH.
Financial Workshops withBob Stahler, CFP
Wednesdays • 7:00 p.m.October 24
– Outsmart the ScammersNovember 21 – Foundations of InvestingBob Stahler, CFP, of Edward Jones,Woodbury Heights, NJ, helps usnavigate the path of financial literacy.
Halloween Hocus Pocus FunThursday • October 31 • 6:30 p.m.Halloween is not just for children –Dress up, stop by for some bewitchingfun, view the 1993 film Hocus Pocus!
Ken Serfass:A Visit with U.S. Grant *
Thursday • November 7 • 7:00 p.m.Spend an hour in the company of theUnion army’s General Ulysses S. Grantwith professional living historian KenSerfass. Walk away believing you haveactually met U.S. Grant.
An Evening of JazzThursday • November 14 • 7:00 p.m.An evening of jazz with baritonesaxophonist and flutist Denis DiBlasioand Brian Betz, jazz guitarist,and composer.
A Tree Grows in BrooklynFriday • November 15 • 1:00 p.m.Celebrate 75th Anniversary ofBetty Smith’s 1943 novel!
Refreshments and door prizes forselect programs included!
Please call the library at856-845-5593 to register for
these free programs.
* WDFPL’s 2019 GCCHC History Project“The Military History of New Jersey”continues with funding made possiblein part by the New Jersey HistoricalCommission/Department of State, andthe Gloucester County Cultural &Heritage Commission of Rowan Collegeof South Jersey.
share their military experiencesthrough their poetry & prose.
A Big Thank You to Mission BBQfor providing the yummy
dinner sandwichesthe Warrior Writers enjoyed!
Gallery ExhibitsOctober
Dreams & Desires:the Artwork of Julie Rutherford
November - DecemberGloucester County Art League
By the timewe got toWoodstock...Commemorating50th Anniversary, memorabilia fromDiane Maher andKaren Boucher
Lest We Forget, theorigins of Memorial Daywith Jane Peter Estes
Prof. Jim DelGuidice –America Enters theGreat War and NJEnters the 20th Century
Proud Supportersof the 2019 Children’s
Summer Reading Program The Broadway Theatre of PitmanGarden State Discovery Museum
Philadelphia PhilliesHeritage’s Dairy Stores
Applebee’s – Apple American GroupCiconte’s Italia Pizza – West Deptford
ChipolteTeen & ‘Tween Summer Volunteers
friends of the WDFPLLOGIN Libraries
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Philadelphia
October1 Movie – Pokemon:
Detective Pikachu8 FEEDback –
Cookie Decorating15 Check and Mates22 Craft Night –
Pine Cone Flowers29 Face Painting
November5 Movie – Fantastic
Beasts: The Crimesof Grindelwald
12 FEEDback –Turkey Snack Craft
19 Check and Mates26 Craft Night –
Tiny ThanksgivingBaskets
December3 Movie – Toy Story 4
10 FEEDback – CandySleigh Holiday Craft
17 Check and Mates
Children’s Programs Autumn 2019
October 7 - December 12Children’s Programs are open to West Deptford
Free Public Library members and West Deptford residents.
REGISTRATION:• according to child’s age at time of sign-up,• required for all programs,• begins, September 30• call 856-845-5593 or stop in.
Kiddos – Preschool Story TimeAges 3-5 Parent/caregiver must remain in Library.Choose a Monday OR a Tuesday class: Mondays • 10:05 - 10:45 a.m.Tuesdays • 10:05 - 10:45 a.m.October 7 - December 10
Library Kids’ Club – After School TuesdaysGrades K-4Parent/caregiver of children 7 andyounger must remain in Library.4:00 - 4:45 p.m.October 8 - December 10
S.M.I.L.E.Children read to therapy pets.Wednesdays • 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.September 25, October 9, 23,November 13, December 11
Kiddles – Tyke & Toddler Story TimeAge 6-24 mos. with parent/caregiverThursdays • 10:05 - 10:30 a.m.October 10 - December 12
Kidkins – 2s Story TimeAge 2 with parent/caregiverThursdays • 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.October 10 - December 12
These programs [pictured] were made possible in part by funding fromThe Gloucester County Cultural and Heritage Commission at Rowan Collegeat Gloucester County, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on theArts/ Department of State and the National Endowment for the Arts.
The Universewithout
Performing Artsis just “Eh”
‘Tween& Teens Summer Fun!
Got lost in thatspecial book!
Concocted GalaxySlime or is itOoblek???
Mixed & savoredhomemade ice cream
•Prepared
&devouredGalaxyBarkCandy
•
Created GalaxySun Catchers
Tye-dyed on aFriday afternoon
Thanks & Giving Thanks – to everyone in our
community who uses, supports andappreciates our wonderful library, staffand volunteers.
Giving – making charitablecontributions is a worthwhile endeavorand we know you choose to give tothose you feel are trying to make ourworld a better place. We hope you’llconsider giving this year (and those to come) to the friends of the West Deptford FreePublic Library. By giving to the friends you show that you value what makes us betteras a society.
What does a good library offer the community? Knowledge & learning; literacy;a safe place for children to learn; free access to information; lifelong education; history& progress; socialization; a warm and inviting place that reflects our community; andmost importantly, people.
To those of you who have already given this year, paid dues, donated books, orshopped our on-going book sale – Thank you! You’ve made a difference.
As we approach the end of 2019 please consider contributing to the friends of the library.You can drop off a donation at the library using the envelopes at the Circulation desk.
Miriam Reichenbach, Presidentfriends of the WDFPL
The summer is behind us and Fall is here.We have had a great summer and are readyto move into the busy Autumn season. Wehave so many new activities coming up inthe next year that we just can’t wait to shareeverything with you.
We hope you had a chance to check outthe Wedding Gown display in the librarygallery. It has been a very popular display andthere were so many new gowns to showcasethis year. Thank you everyone for thewonderful comments on our gown collection.
With the new school year beginning, we are showcasing West Deptford Schoolsboth in our showcase at the library and at West Deptford Day. Did you stop by ourdisplay? We enjoy talking with all of you.
Keep checking in at the library for updates on what is happening with us. Ourfall activities will be posted and we will be preparing for our Annual ChristmasLights Bus Tour…always a sold out event.
And as always, if you have something you wish to donate to the HistoricalAssociation, give us a call. We pride ourselves on taking care of all the history ofWest Deptford. We are rich in traditions and always enjoy sharing your artifactswith our residents.
If you need further information, please call the Library at 845-5593, April Maska845-1205 or Noreen Mikulski 848-0396. Your memories and history are our future!
Your memories and history are our future!
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A place for all reasons!A place for all reasons!
SERVICESAARP Income Tax AssistanceComputers for Internet access,business applications and games
ConcertsGallery/displays • Mobility scooter
Notary public (fee based)Programs for children, teens and adults
Public meeting roomQuiet study room • Self-checkoutSelf-serve fax machine • Story timesTraining in computer and Internet use
Wireless access
COLLECTIONOver 85,000 materials
Audio books on compact discsBooks for children, teens and adultsDown-loadable books • DVDsElectronic subscription databases
Large print books • Magazines and newspapersMaterials for the physically challengedMuseum passes • Music on compact discs
Play-a-ways • Puzzles and puppetsReference sources
HOURS Monday - Thursday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday (Oct. - May) 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday (June - Sept.) 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday Closed
BOARD OF TRUSTEESTerri Wallowitch, PresidentApril Maska, Vice PresidentStacy Reid, Treasurer
