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April 19 Good FridayApril 19 Good Friday

April 21 EasterApril 21 Easter

May 27 Memorial DayMay 27 Memorial Day

Board of Trustees MeetingsBoard of Trustees Meetings

March 28 April 25 May 23

Friends add three new museums to

Museum Pass Program for a total of 24

Take NoteTake Note!!

New & Noteworthy at the Westfield Memorial LibraryNew & Noteworthy at the Westfield Memorial Library SPRING 2019SPRING 2019

New Jersey Library Association New Jersey Library Association

AwardAward--Winning NewsletterWinning Newsletter

TGIF! Videos and Talks for Seniors 2

Friends of the Library 3

Programs for Adults 6—10

Children’s Programs 10—12

Inside this issue:

Three new museums, all in New

York, have been added to the

Friends’ Museum Pass Program.

Passes are available to full

privilege library card holders

and Friends members on a first

come/first served basis.

The Jewish Museum, located at

1109 Fifth Avenue at 92nd

Street, is open every day but

Wednesday (check website for

hours.) Your pass admits two

adults (children under 18 are

always free) and features a 10%

discount at the museum shop

and restaurant plus discounts at

local restaurants, shops and

parking.

The Brooklyn Botanic Garden is

located at 1000 Washington

Avenue in Brooklyn. The

museum is closed on Monday

and is accessible by subways

stopping at the Brooklyn

Museum or Prospect Park sta-

tions. Your pass admits two

adults and children under 17

and extends a 10% discount at

the Garden Shop and café.

The New York Transit Museum

is located in an authentic 1936

subway station at 99 Schermer-

horn Street in Brooklyn. The

museum, accessible by subways

stopping at Borough Hall in

Brooklyn, is closed on Mondays

and major holidays. Your pass

admits two adults and up to four

children and offers a 10%

discount at the 3 NY Transit

Museum Stores (located at the

museum, at Grand Central

Terminal and at 2 Broadway.)

Stop by the library to learn about

2-Fer and Premium Pass

museums.

The Jewish Museum

Brooklyn Botanic

Gardens

The New York Transit Museum

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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, President

David Molowa, Vice President Robin Kirna Secretary

Michelle Habayeb, Treasurer

Rupa Motwani

Rosalie Serapiglia Mallary Saltzman

Doug Stokes, Mayor’s Alternate Kent Diamond,

Superintendent’s Alternate

TGIF!

THE POST March 1 Learn about the Washington Post’s publication of

the Pentagon Papers. Starring Meryl Streep and

Tom Hanks.

TRAVEL: ENGLAND March 8 Take a journey through England to Wales, includ-

ing Dover, Canterbury, Glastonbury and Windsor.

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FROM MAO TO MOZART: ISAAC STERN IN CHINA March 15 Tour China with Isaac Stern.

NO TGIF! MARCH 22

CLASSIC MOVIE WEEK: “BROOKLYN” March 29 Starring Saoirse Ronan.

A UNITED KINGDOM April 5 The story of King Seretse Khama of Botswana

and his loving but controversial marriage to a

British white woman, Ruth Williams.

THE SPENCER TRACY LEGACY April 12 Katharine Hepburn hosts this glorious salute to

Spencer Tracy.

NO TGIF! APRIL 19- GOOD FRIDAY NO TGIF! APRIL 26 – FRIENDS BOOK SALE NO TGIF! MAY 3 – FRIENDS BOOK SALE

THE DAY CARL SANDBURG DIED May 10 Explore the life and career of Carl Sandburg.

PAUL SIMON AND FRIENDS May 17 Celebrate the music of Paul Simon.

NO TGIF MAY 24 - HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY

CLASSIC MOVIE WEEK: THE GRAND BUDAPEST HOTEL May 31 Starring Ralph Fiennes and F. Murray Abraham.

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.

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Friends of the Library

12th Annual Hale Speaker Series

Made possible by grants from The Anne and Lee Hale Fund

and The Thomas Glasser Foundation

Hosted by the Friends of the Westfield Memorial Library

Expand Your Mind through the

All programs are held in the Westfield Memorial

Library Meeting Room at 7:00 pm

Joe Nolan on Wednesday, March 20

Former Westfield resident, Holy Trinity class of ‘76, traffic reporter for 39+ years and stadium

announcer for Rutgers and the Jets

"Holy Trinity to Heavy Traffic"

You know his voice—now hear his story

Timothy Boyle on Wednesday, May 8

Westfield native, WHS Class of ’84,

co-owner of 16 Prospect Wine Bar and Bistro

“From Paris to Prospect Street”

Hear about the business of bistros from a

graduate of Le Cordon Bleu

Stacey Farley on Wednesday, October 16

Former Westfield resident

and notable public artist

“The Art of Ceramic Tile”

Learn about public art from the creator of the

ceramic tiles at our train station and the Reeve House

Carol Tener on Wednesday, November 6

Westfield resident, Realtor, member of Westfield Historical Society Board and Historic Preservation

Commission

“Architectural Gems in Westfield

Part II”

The story continues—come hear more about the

history of our homes and neighborhoods.

Friends of the Library

It’s time again for the Friends Gigantic Annual

Book Sale!

Donation Days:

April 24 – 27

Sale Days

April 30 – May 4

Check the website for a

more complete listing of

dates and times.

To volunteer, write

wmlvolunteers

@gmail.com.

The Friends of the Library Book

Discussion Group Meets

Wednesdays at 2:00 pm

March 20 and May 15

All are Welcome

March 20

May 15

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Programs for Adults

Electric Violinist Deni Bonet

On Saturday, March 2 at 2:00 pm

Join us for an afternoon of unique and electrifying music from

Deni Bonet and her guitarist, Westfield resident Chris Flynn.

Deni has a stellar resume, having performed and recorded with

Cyndi Lauper, R.E.M., and Sarah McLachlan. She is also Irish

rocker Mundy's go-to violinist when he tours the USA.

Her previous appearances include two sold-out shows at

Carnegie Hall, concerts on the Great Wall of China, at the

United Nations and a show at the White House for President

Obama, the First Lady and Vice-President Biden. Sign up!

Why do young people run for office?

Monday, March 4 at 7:00 pm

What propels young people to run for office? What challenges

do they face? How does their age impact how they view public policy?

John R.D. Celock, the author of The Next Generation: Young Elected Officials and their Impact

on American Politics will explore these questions. John interviewed over 90 current and former

young elected officials nationwide for the book, the first comprehensive look at why young

people run for office. He is the president of Celock Media Group, a New Jersey based commu-

nications firm, and the editor of The Celock Report, a political news website focused on state

level politics and young elected officials nationwide. The launch editor of Westfield Patch, one

of the first profitable Patch sites in the country, John established the site as the go-to source for

Westfield news and information.

Indian Cooking with the Instant Pot

Thursday, March 7 at 7:00 pm

The Instant Pot

(electr ic pressure

cooker) is all the rage!

It is also particularly

well suited for many Indian dishes. Join Charu

Gupta and fellow foodies as we learn how to

prepare a new dish and expand our knowledge

of Indian culture and cuisine. Tonight Charu

will be making Chole Curry, a chickpea curry

dish, while demonstrating how the electric pres-

sure cooker can cut down the cook time of this

and other dishes. She looks forward to sharing

this delicious, healthier yet quicker way of

cooking. Charu’s program is a demonstration,

rather than a hands-on activity; however, you

will be able to taste the finished product and

receive a copy of the recipe.

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Programs for Adults

With a taste of some of the twentieth century's most important musical movements, Hit the Roof

Band reinvigorates old songs with a new twist. The duet of keyboardist and drummer will start

off with a bit of ragtime-stride, and then move into the era of swing and boogie-woogie. Next

they’ll embark on a journey of rock n ' roll frenzy, all the while explaining the history and icons

behind the movement. Hit the Roof will continue the performance in the style of the blues and

New Orleans piano, both of which have roots steeped in boogie-woogie, gospel, classical, and

funk. They blew the roof off the library at their last show, so make sure you sign up!

Hit the Roof Band

Saturday, March 9 at 2:00 pm

Hear Irish Music with Guitarist

Mark Kilianski

and Fiddler Deb Shebish

Wednesday, March 13

at 7:00 pm

Mark Kilianski on guitar and Deb Shebish on

fiddle will carry on the tradition of Irish music

with vibrance and reverence. You can expect

lively reels and jigs, boisterous pub songs, and

tender ballads, as well as the stories and his-

tory that go along with them.

After establishing an explosive musical

connection at the Appalachian String Band

Festival in West Virginia, the two teamed up.

Berklee College of Music graduate and New

Jersey native Mark Kilianski tours full time as

a solo artist, and with Americana duo Hoot

and Holler. Philadelphia fiddler Deb Shebish

holds a masters degree in Scottish Studies

from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland,

and has performed folk and classical music

with the likes of Mairead Ni Mhaonaigh, Ric

Blair, Tim O'Brien, and The Three Irish

Tenors. Sign up now!

The Kingston Trio changed pop music between the late 1950s and the late

1960s. They were the most envied, imitated, and successful pop group as

they gathered a repertoire from many sources. Their top hits included “She

Was Too Good To Me,” “A Rolling Stone,” “Blowin' in the Wind,” and

“Last Thing On My Mind.” When Ken Lelen performs the Trio’s songs, he

plays on vintage acoustic guitars for an authentic, back-in-the-day sound.

Don’t miss this special concert.

Hear Ken Lelen Play the Music of the

Kingston Trio on Saturday, March 16 at 2:00 pm

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Programs for Adults

Love Crafts? Makers Day for Adults! Friday March 22

Drop in Hours from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm

Drop in to the Meeting Room anytime between 12:30 and 3:30 pm for a variety

of crafts for adults. You don't have to be an experienced crafter to go home

with fun, easy crafts. All materials and instructions will be supplied. This is a

drop-in program so there is no need to register! Program will end at 4:00 p.m.

Learn about Virginia Apgar, MD, Newborn Babies and the

March of Dimes on Wednesday, March 27 at 7:00 pm

Virginia Apgar, MD was an anesthesiologist best known for creating the Apgar

Score, a clinical system for evaluating the physical condition of newborns at birth.

She was born and grew up in Westfield and graduated from Westfield High School

in 1925. She was the first woman to hold a full professorship at Columbia Univer-

sity. At the March of Dimes she directed research into the causes, prevention, and treatment of birth

defects. David Rose, Archivist of the March of Dimes, will celebrate Women’s History Month by

exploring the life of Dr. Apgar and her lifelong quest to improve the health of babies. This program is

sponsored by the Freeholder Board through the Office of Cultural and Heritage Affairs in the Department of

Parks and Recreation, and is funded in part by a grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission, a

Division of Cultural Affairs in the Department of State.

Celebrate Women’s History Month with a Hedy Lamarr

Documentary on Thursday, March 28 at 1:00 pm

Hedy Lamarr was not only a beautiful Hollywood star--she was an inventor. An

Austrian Jewish emigrant who invented a covert communication system to help

defeat the Nazis, Lamarr was ignored and told to sell kisses for war bonds

instead. It was only toward the very end of her life that tech pioneers discovered

that it was her concept that is now used as the basis for secure WiFi, GPS and

Bluetooth technologies. The Hedy Lamarr Story premiered at the 2017 Tribeca Film Festival, and was

named Best Documentary by the New York Film Critics Online.

The War in Westfield: On the Ravaged Route of Rebels and Redcoats on

Saturday, March 30 at 2:00 pm

Historian Bob Mayers will detail the history

behind events in Westfield during the Revolu-

tionary War, including The Battle of the Short

Hills, the British retreat through Westfield, and

the Continental Army’s march through town

on its way to Yorktown.

Bob thrives on discovering facts about the

American Revolution not found in the work of

earlier writers. A frequent speaker at historical

societies, he is a graduate of Rutgers University

and served as a combat officer in both the Navy

and the Marine Corps.

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Programs for Adults

Trivia Night! A Trifecta!

for Teens and Adults

Tuesday, April 2 at 7:00 pm

Tuesday, July 2 at 7:00 pm

Tuesday, October 1 at 7:00 pm

Question: What is happening on three Tuesdays at 7 p.m.? Answer: Trivia Night comes to the

Library! Bring your teammates, team up with others, or be a one person outfit! There is a maxi-

mum of 4 people per team. Everyone ages 16 and over is welcome to play. The questions are

designed to be accessible to a large range of ages and interests. New questions and categories

each night. Prizes for the winning team or individual.

The Weiss Family Jazz Series 2019* Continues With

The Charlie Apicella Quartet

on Wednesday, April 3 at 7:00 pm

*The Weiss Family Jazz Series was established with a bequest to the Westfield Memorial Library

Foundation in memory of longtime library patrons, Joseph and Dorothy Weiss.

Don't miss guitarist Charlie Apicella and his

quartet Iron City: Amy Bateman on violin;

Roy Cummings on bass and Alan Korzin on

drums. The band has put out six CDs, includ-

ing Groove Machine which features Charlies'

hard bop inspired originals and arrangements

of classic Blue Note Records gems.

He is an Eastman Guitars

Featured Artist, a Guild

Guitars Sponsored Artist and ZT Amplifiers

Official Artist. A regular contributor to

Vintage Guitar Magazine's YouTube channel,

Charlie has written lessons for DownBeat and

Just Jazz Guitar magazines and has been

profiled in Vintage Guitar and Hot House

magazines. Sign up!

How to Break up with your Clutter

on Saturday, April 6 at 7:00 pm

Intrigued by Marie Kondo's Life-changing

Magic of Tidying Up? but confused by all her

rules? Professional organizer Jamie Novak has

a simpler, more reasonable, but very effective

approach to sorting through your clutter.

Come hear a humorous take on how to part

with the things you no longer use. Overcome

common obstacles to getting organized, like

keeping clothes you might wear, holding onto

treasures, and saving items “Just in case” you

need them someday!

Unravel the Mystery of

The Cemetery Keeper’s Wife

on Monday, April 8

at 7:00 pm

Mary Ann McFadden will speak

about her five-year journey

researching and writing this book,

which revolves around the true life assault and

murder of kitchen maid Tillie Smith in 1886 at

Centenary University. Ms. McFadden has had

many “coincidences” throughout her life with

Tillie’s story and believes that she was destined to

write this historical novel. You will be astonished.

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More Programs for Adults

Adult Craft! Make a Floating Teacup

on Tuesday, April 9 from 1:30 to 3:00 pm

Due to the hands-on nature of this class, registration is limited!

Registration is available to Westfield Resident Cardholders only.

Beginning April 2, MURAL patrons may register, space permitting.

Join us as we create these beautiful Floating Teacups where the flowers

appear to be pouring out from the floating teacup above and into the saucer

below. The teacups make unique centerpieces or special gifts. The class

will be taught by librarian Marge Barkan, who loves to share her lifelong

enthusiasm for crafts.

The Rhythm N’ Sound Musical Review

Is Back by Popular Demand!

Wednesday, April 10 at 7:00 pm

A classic New Jersey band delivers all the great music of the 1940s through the 1980s! Enjoy the

songs and memories of Motown, Doo-Wop, Classic Rock, and Rock-n-Roll with this upbeat trio.

Lead vocalist Frank Resola and his fellow band mates Joe Moscato and John D'Amaro are all Jersey-

born musicians who have spent their lives performing in various bands. Two of the band mates

formed Rhythm N' Sound when they taught music education in the Howell School District. Together,

the trio plays for a variety of musical venues, libraries, and private functions around the state.

The Light Opera of New Jersey Savoy

Faire Ensemble Celebrates the Music

Of Gilbert and Sullivan’s

The Pirates of Penzance

Saturday, April 13 at 2:00 pm

“Savoy Faire” is a Gilbert & Sullivan ensemble of featured artists from the Light Opera of New

Jersey, 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. As past experience here at

the library shows, they do!! Make sure you sign up.

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Even More Programs for Adults

Come Hear the Music of the West African Kora (Harp)

on Tuesday, April 16 at 7:00 pm

Sean Gaskell will feature traditional songs on the

21-stringed West African kora. The kora is native

to the Mande peoples who live within the coun-

tries of Gambia, Senegal, Mali, Guinea, and

Guinea Bissau. The music is traditionally played

by oral and musical historians known as Griots

(Gree-ohs).

The kora is a melodic and seemingly peaceful

instrument, which is somewhat contrary to its

musical repertoire. Many songs tell ancient

stories of war and hardship, while

others praise people of high

political status and those who

helped expand the Mande Empire.

Sean Gaskell has studied

extensively under the instruction of Malamini

Jobarteh and Moriba Kuyateh of Brikama, The

Gambia, and Kane Mathis of Brooklyn, N.Y.

Gaskell has been featured at numerous festivals in

the US, Gambia and Senegal. Don’t miss him.

Gordon James Band Performs Songs from Down Yonder

on Wednesday, April 17 at 7:00 pm

Listen and learn about the songs from the great artists of the South! The Gordon

James Quartet, including some of our state's most visible and accomplished

musicians, will perform the notable and memorable songs of Louis Armstrong,

Preservation Hall Band, Fats Domino, Hank Williams, Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee

Lewis, and more! You'll also hear anecdotes and the backgrounds of these time-

less musicians and their hits. Sign up now!

Tai Chi Demonstration with instructor

Gang Huang on Thursdays:

May 9 and May 16 at 7:00 pm

Learn all about Tai Chi, the Chinese tradition of

martial arts movements that has become a gentle

way to exercise and reduce stress. Certified Tai Chi

instructor Gang Huang will teach the ways of Tai

Chi, and then show the class its various movements.

He has participated in the International Chinese

Martial Arts Competition in Washington, D.C. and

the U.S. International Kuo Shu Championship for

many years and has won numerous medals. He

teaches classes at his Bridgewater Seeking Tai Chi

Studio.

Raconteur Radio

Celebrates the 80th

Anniversary of

The Wizard of Oz

Wednesday, May 29

at 7:00 pm

Raconteur Radio productions are staged

around and amplified by an art deco amplifier

and feature theatrical lighting, period

costumes, vintage commercials, Golden Age

radio equipment, and extensive sound effects.

This show will take you far away from your

everyday existence!

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The Final Word on Programs for Adults The Very Last Page of Programs for Adults

Friends Programs for Children

Westfield Memorial Library Spring 2019 For the enjoyment of all, children should be the correct age for any program they attend. All people who

attend should have a full-service Westfield Memorial Library card in their name or attend with a

member of the WML Friends. If you have any questions, please ask a Youth Services librarian.

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

Friends Around the World Concert by Yosi Yosi introduces your child to a multi-

cultural, interactive, and educational

concert filled with songs, humor,

dances, and musical instruments from

around the world!

Date: Saturday, March 2

Time: 10:30 – 11:30 am

Ages: 4 years and up

Tickets required for all children

and adults attending the program.

Tickets will be available the morn-

ing of the program at the Youth

Services Desk.

Jester Jim 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 9

Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am

Ages: 4 years and up

Tickets required for all children

and adults attending the program.

Tickets will be available the morn-

ing of the program at the Youth

Services Desk.

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 &

Giant Blow-Up Dinosaurs!

Date: Saturday, March 16

Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am

Ages: 4 years and up

Tickets required for all children

and adults attending the program.

Tickets will be available the morn-

ing of the program at the Youth

Services Desk.

Art Journaling on Thursday, May 30 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm Part 1

And Thursday, June 6 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm Part 2

Save the Dates

for the Foreign

Film Festival:

April 15 and

May 13

Titles TBA

Due to the hands-on nature of this class, registration is limited to 12

participants. Registration is available to Westfield resident cardholders only.

Beginning May 23, MURAL patrons may register, space permitting. Participants

should plan to attend both sessions; registration for the first session means

registration for the second. The program is open to both adults and older teens.

Part sketchbook, diary, to-do list and dream journal, an art journal is

a reflective, multipurpose space and itself a work of art. Join mixed-

media artist Shari Seltzer as she demonstrates many mixed media

techniques and suggests prompts to help you translate your ideas

into visual form. Learn the process of layering images to create

one-of-a-kind art journal pages using collage, paint, stencils or rubber stamps. Art making

experience is not necessary, and Shari will encourage you to tame your inner critic and

experiment in a playful way. Important information about supplies when you sign up

online.

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Playgroup for Babies Enjoy a playspace and reading nook as you and your

little one(s) enjoy the chance to get together! 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 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5,

12, May 10, 17, 24

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.

Yoga Storytime Yoga comes to life as we

read simple stories and act

them out in Yoga poses. Hop

like a frog, slither like a

snake, and roar like a lion!

Dates: Mondays, February 25, March 4, 18, 25

Time: 10:00 - 10:30 am

Ages: 2 - 5 years old with parent or caregiver

Required online registration begins February 15th.

Please use child's library card to register.

Child must register for EACH session they are

attending.

Makers Day 2019! Join us for some family fun! Drop in to the meeting

room any time from 10:00 - 12:30 pm (program ends at

1:00) for a variety of crafts and STEM activities.

Geared towards ages 4 and up.

Date: Saturday, March 23

Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Age: 4 years & up

No pre-registration required.

Please sign in at the Youth Services desk when you

arrive. Open to full-service Westfield library card

holders only.

Paws to Read Our friendly library dogs love

to be read to ... by youngsters

who need practice reading aloud

to loving, non-judgmental ears.

Dates: Saturdays, March 30,

April 27, May 18

Time: 10:00 – 11:00 am

Please note, program is intended for children developing

their reading skills. No pre-registration required. Sign

in when you arrive at the Youth Services desk to be

assigned a 10-minute reading slot. Depending on dog

availability and turnout, space may be limited. Arrive

early to be guaranteed a slot. Child must have a full-

service Westfield library card in his/her own name.

Evening LEGO Club Use your imagination to create wonderful LEGO struc-

tures! Dates: Tuesdays, March 12, April 9, May 14

Time: 6:30 - 7:15 pm

Ages: 5 years old and up

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 have a full-service Westfield li-

brary card in his/her own name.

2's on Tuesday Storytime Stories, songs, finger-plays and movement activities.

Dates: Tuesdays, March 12 – April 16

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.

STORYTIMES & PROGRAMS SPRING 2019 For the enjoyment of all, children MUST be the correct age for the story time 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.

Keep Reading!

More for Kids on

the next page

STORYTIMES & PROGRAMS SPRING 2019 CONTINUED For the enjoyment of all, children MUST be the correct age for the story time program they

attend and have a full-service Westfield Library card in their name.

Crafternoon Storytime Join us for longer stories and fun crafts as we con-

tinue our path towards literacy.

Dates: Tuesdays, March 12 – April 16

Time: 1:00-1:30 pm

Ages: 3 ½ to 5 years old

Child attends program without parent or caregiver.

Adults remain in children’s area. 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.

3’s on Thursday Storytime Stories, songs, rhymes and more.

Dates: Thursdays, March 14 – April 18

Time: 10:30 - 11:00 am

Age: 3 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.

Explore Coding Come explore coding through Hour of Code, Scratch

and other coding games! You can come by yourself or

add a friend to your registration if you want to work

together. This is not a guided class - we‘ll make laptops

available so that kids can have fun playing with code.

Dates: Mondays, March 18 and May 20

Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm

Age: 7 to 9 years old

Required online registration begins March 1st for

March program and May 1st for May program.

Please use child's library card to register. Child must

register for EACH session they are attending.

It's Movie Time!

Brighten up your Tuesday with some fun movies! These

animated versions of picture books are the perfect

way to start your day.

Dates: Tuesdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28

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 own name.

Zumba Fun! This modified version of Zumba is designed specifi-

cally for children to help improve motor coordination

and listening skills. Join certified Zumba instructor

Andrea Lawson for this high-energy dance activity

featuring Latin music. Wear comfortable clothes and

sneakers.

Dates: Thursdays, May 9, 16, 23, 30

Time: 10:00-10:30 am

Age: 2-5 years old

Parent or caregiver attends with child. No pre-

registration required. Please sign in at the Youth Ser-

vices desk when you arrive. Child must be ages 2 to 5

and have a full-service Westfield library card in

his/her own name.

Pipsqueak Players – Fun With Books! Kids can join Pipsqueak Players and have a great time

as they build their reading confidence!

Improv, repetition and character development are

explored through a picture book. Kids present a short

play at the end of the session.

Dates: Wednesdays, May 15 & June 12

Time: 10:00 - 10:45 am

Ages: 3 - 5 years old with parent or caregiver.

Required online registration begins May 1st. Please

use child's library card to register. Child must regis-

ter for EACH session they are attending.

Tween and Teen Yoga A yoga class offered just for tweens and teens. Have

fun and de-stress at the same time! Yoga can help find

a balance when all else is changing by strengthening

the physical body, calming the mind and emotions, and

helping to find deep relaxation.

Dates: Thursdays, March 14, 21, 28, April 4, 11.

Time: 7:30 - 8:30 pm

Ages: 11 to 16 years old

Bring your own yoga mat if you have one. A limited

supply will be available. Required Online Registration

begins March 1st. Please sign up for each class you

will be attending.