The Closter Library News is a monthly newsletter that will provide you with a list of the month's upcoming events. Visit our website at closter.bccls.org to keep up with all the latest from your public library.
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Columbus Day 
The Library will be closed on Monday, October 9.
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HOOPLA
 This popular streaming service -- which allows you to borrow music, movies, audiobooks, and ebooks with no waiting -- is no longer available through BCCLs, but is now offered by your local library. Go to our website. Limited to 4 checkouts per patron.
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DO NOT FOLD SPINDLE OR MUTILATE
Please remember that the items you borrow from the Library do not belong to you. Please don't fold down pages, write or highlight in the books, or leave sticky notes. All of these actions shorten the life of the book, and decrease its value to your neighbors.
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LIBRARY EVENTS THIS WEEK
Check the white board opposite the Circulation Desk for a list of this week's programs.
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FALL BOOK SALE
Friday and Saturday October 6 and 7
9am to 4 pm
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FRENCH LITERATURE IN TRANSLATION - A BOOK CLUB
First Monday of the Month 10-11:30am,
Beginning October 2
Would you like to read and discuss well-known works of French literature? The library's newest book club will be reading a selection of classic works of French literature from Voltaire through Camus. It will be facilitated by an experienced teacher of French language and literature, who will provide background information and historical context for the selected works and lead the group discussion. This month's selection is Candide by Voltaire. Copies are available at the circulation desk.
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ESL SHORT STORY DISCUSSION GROUP
First Monday of the Month 1-2:30pm,
Beginning October 2
The short story we will be reading is available at the circulation desk.
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THROUGH OCTOBER
An Exhibit of the Palisades Interstate Park Commission - Historical Panels, Paintings, and Photographs
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Come Knit with us 
Tuesdays, 7-8:45 pm
Beginning September 12
We will be meeting informally to knit or crochet or whatever. Bring your current project and share your love of craft with others. Call or email the Library for more information.
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FIRST & THIRD FRIDAY FLICKS
After the success of our summer movies, we will continue showing 2 films a month.
The Big Sick
Friday, October 6, 1 pm
(R, 2017 Romance/Comedy 2h 4m)
Pakistan-born comedian Kumail Nanjiani and grad student Emily Gardner fall in love but struggle as their cultures clash. When Emily contracts a mysterious illness, Kumail finds himself forced to face her feisty parents, his family's expectations, and his true feelings.
Maudie
Friday, October 20, 1 pm
(PG-13, 2016 Drama film/Romance 1h 55m) 
An arthritic Nova Scotia woman works as a housekeeper while she hones her skills as an artist and eventually becomes a beloved figure in the community.
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Wednesday October 4 10:30-11:30 am Check your pressure to monitor your health. Sign up at the reference desk.
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YOGA AND MEDITATION CONTINUE
Wednesdays, 6pm
Meditation: October 4 & 18
Yoga: October 11 & 25
Local resident Lucien Duquette will present classes in Yoga and Meditation at the Library. The classes are free but space is limited and filled on a first come first served basis.
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JANE WILLIAMS & FRIENDS IN CONCERT
Saturday, October 7, 2pm
 Singer Songwriter and recording artist Jane Kelly Williams will be sharing original songs and ones from the era that inspired her as a teen, JT, Carole and Joni. She will perform with bassist David Richards, percussionist Jeff Haynes, and harmonica player William Galison.
Come join in the fun of singing along and hearing these great musicians she's assembled for an afternoon of interactive music. Refreshments will be served and there will be CDs for sale
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KOREAN BOOK CLUB
Monday, October 16, at 12:30 pm
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SECRETS OF COLLEGE ADMISSIONS
Tuesday, October 10, at 7 pm
Nan Yuasa, Senior Director of Collegewise Bergen County, will present a program which will answer questions such as: What are colleges really looking for? Are grades, test scores, and activities all equally important? What other factors are considered during the admissions process? This presentation takes families behind the scenes of a college admissions office. Registration is recommended. Registrations can be made by emailing nany@collegewise.com or calling (201) 561-6380.
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 RELAX, DE-STRESS, COLOR!!
October 18
11a.m. to 12 pm
and
6:30 to 7:30 pm
Join the Closter Public Library's Coloring Book Club! Registration is required but there is no need to attend on a regular basis and nothing to bring! The library will supply the space to relax and de-stress, the coloring pages, the coloring pencils and crayons, and the refreshments.
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Wednesday, October 18, 4pm
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ANXIETY AND YOU: A HEALTH LITERACY PROGRAM
Tuesday, October 24, at 7 pm
Even the smallest worries can affect your day to day. Please come join us and learn how to take back control. Michelle Loughlin, Bergen County Mental Health Division, will address the Stigma Free Campaign; and Stephanie Shapiro, LSW, will discuss tips on how to identify/manage anxiety. Registration is recommended. To sign up for this program, call the library at 201-768-4197.
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Monday, October 30, 7:30-8:30 pm
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MATH AND PHYSICS TUTORING
Dr Philip Goldberg will be providing tutoring assistance in all levels of both mathematics & physics (including AP courses). Contact the Library to sign up. Times can be flexible.
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FREE BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY AND LIFE SCIENCE TUTORING ON TUESDAY
Tuesdays 5:30-7:30pm, Beginning August 22
Zachary Glick, a junior at Northern Valley Regional High School at Demarest, will provide tutoring assistance in biology, chemistry, 7th/8th grade life science and physical science. Registration is required. To register for tutoring, please call the library at 201-768-4197 or contact us by email at cltrcirc@bccls.org.
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To keep up to date with all our Youth Services programming, make sure to register for the Closter Library Kids Listserv
by clicking the picture.
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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten- 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is off to a great start! We've already had children read 300, 100, and 50 books, and our caterpillar has been fed several times! Learn more about this early learning reading program on our website by choosing 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten under the Kids & Teens pulldown menu.
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Catch you next time at the Library.
201-768-4197
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