Special Film Screening Tonight

Revolution '67
Made Possible by the NJ Council for the Humanities
Using chilling archival footage and interviews with participants and historians, Revolution '67 reconstructs the event that led to six days in July, 1967, when Newark, NJ experienced one of the deadliest racial disturbances in U.S. history. Filmmakers Marylou and Jerome Bongiorno and Dr. Thomas McCabe of Rutgers University will lead a discussion immediately following the screening.
Wednesday 4/28, 7:00 pm, Main Library

Tonight at MML

Friends of the Library Presents:
The Last Leaf: Author Talk and Book Signing
For his book, The Last Leaf, local author and historical document specialist Stuart Lutz, recorded stories told to him personally by people who witnessed famous historical events. Mr. Lutz will talk about his interviews with, among others, the last living American WWI soldier, the last suffragette and the last living person to fly with Amelia Earhart. Refreshments will be served. Read more about the author and his book at http://tinyurl.com/The-Last-Leaf.
Monday, 4/26, 7:30 pm, Main Library

Friends of the Library Special Event

The Last Leaf by Stuart Lutz
Author talk and book signing
Stuart Lutz , local author and historical document specialist, recorded stories told to him personally by people who witnessed famous historical events. Read more about the author and his book at http://tinyurl.com/The-Last-Leaf. Join Mr. Lutz for this special evening, and hear him talk about his interviews with, among others, the last living American WWI soldier, the last suffragette and the last living person to fly with Amelia Earhart. Refreshments will be served.
Monday, 4/26, 7:30 pm, Main Library

Buy Books!

Spring Book Sale This Weekend!
Friends of the Maplewood Library Semi-annual Sale
Hardbacks, and paperbacks, mysteries and classics, sports and science and cookbooks and more... PLUS cds, dvds and audiobooks. Help our friends support our Library as you hunt for bargains on Saturday, or buy a bag on Sunday for just $8 and fill it!
Saturday, 4/24 10 am-5 pm and Sunday, 4/25, 11 am-5 pm, Main Library

Furlough Days

Main/Hilton Closed for Furlough
Friday April 23/Monday April 26
Maplewood Memorial Library will be closed for furlough on Friday, April 23rd. Hilton Branch Library will be closed for furlough Monday, April 26th.

Join Us in Trenton

SAVE MY NEW JERSEY LIBRARY RALLY!
Join librarians from all over the state for a rally and legislative day in Trenton on Thursday, May 6th at 11 am. Contact Library Director Jane Kennedy at 973-762-1622 x5003 for more information and to register with our group!
Thursday, May 6th at 11 am, State Capital, Trenton.

Raffle Drawing Tomorrow!

Earth Day Raffle at Hilton Branch!
5 Winners Announced April 22nd:
Recycle 1 or more plastic bags and you could be one of five winners of gift certificates to local Springfield Ave businesses. Must be 18 or over. One ticket per library visit. Need not be present to win. Brought to you by Hilton Branch Library in partnership with The Fringe Salon.
Thursday, April 22nd at 3 pm, Hilton Branch Library

Coming Up at Maplewood Memorial Library

Calendar for the Upcoming Week
-- Details to Follow --

Friday, April 23:
Main Library closed for furlough
Saturday, April 24:
Friends of the Library Book Sale, Main Library, 10-5
Bake Sale, Main Library, from 10 am
Sunday, April 25:
Friends of the Library Book Sale "Bag Day," Main Library, 11-5
Monday, April 26:
Hilton branch closed for furlough
Friends of the Library Author Talk and Book Signing, Main Library, 7:30 pm
Wednesday, April 28:
"Revolution '67" Film Screening and Discussion, Main Library, 7 pm

Bake Sale at the Library on Saturday

When you come for the Friends Book Sale, be sure to stop by and pick up a goodie or two outside the Main Library. Organized by some of our young and very loyal patrons. All proceeds will to the Library.

Saturday, April 24, 10am - until the sweets are gone!

Professionals in Transition

Looking for Work? Looking to Network?
Network with other professionals and share ideas and leads!
Designed for people who are seeking new employment, guest speakers and facilitators have included human resource, coaching, psychology and social media experts. Employers are welcome to participate and discuss job opportunities.
Monday April 19th, 10:15-11:30, Main Library

For Maplewood Residents

Free Adult Health Clinic
Screenings and Counseling Offered
Come to our free health clinic for blood pressure, diabetes, carotid artery AND hearing screenings; medication and weight counseling. Call for an appointment: 973-762-8120, ext 4300.
Saturday, April 17, 10:00am-12:00 noon, Main Library

Love Your life Nonfiction Book Club

Spring Cleaning, anyone?
Clutter Busting: Letting Go of What's Holding You Back.
Join facilitator Carrie Green, certified ADD coach and member of the National Association of Professional Organizers to discuss the book that will help jump-start your Spring cleaning. Author Brooks Palmer will be available via conference call.
Wednesday, April 14th, 7:15 at the Main Library

Tonight at Hilton!

Job Hunting Strategies for College Grads
For recent grads, current college students and parents.
Succeed on your path from student to professional! Learn how to build
your confidence, execute an educated job search and make yourself stand out in interviews. Presented by professional career coaches from Sternick Advisors.
Tuesday, April 13th, 7pm at Hilton Branch

Celebrate National Library Week
National Library Week is an annual celebration of the contributions of our nation's libraries and librarians. Look for our special display of Staff Picks and try out some of our favorite books!

Earth Day Raffle

Starting April 6, when you recycle one or more plastic bags at Hilton Branch, you get a raffle ticket for a chance to be one of five raffle winners. Prizes will be gift certificates from local businesses.

The drawing will be held on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22.
You must be over 18 to participate. One ticket per library visit. You do not need to be present to win.

This Tri-cycle Initiative is a joint recycling effort between Hilton Branch Library and Fringe Salon.