New Milford Public Library Newsletter - February 2024 | |
Thanks for voting New Milford Public Library as the first place winner for Libraries in Litchfield Magazine's "The Best of Litchfield County 2024 Readers' Choice." We are so honored and humbled by your votes. Check out the article here: https://litchfieldmagazine.com/readers-choice-results-2024/ |  | |
The staff at NMPL wants to wish the very best to both Helen Cherney and Joyce Hermonat, who have recently retired from the Board of Trustees. We especially were inspired by Helen's art expertise and blessed with Joyce's leadership and guidance through the library renovation. Thank you sincerely for your wonderful service to NMPL.
Good News!
We have good news--all late fines on DVDs, magazines, and audiobooks are going to be waived in March! Museum passes and Library of Things items are $2.00 per day when returned late. Hotspots are $5.00 per day when returned late.
Another big change in March is that your checked out items will automatically renew two times, if no other patrons have placed holds on them. Please note that if an item is checked out more than 42 days after its due date, it will be marked lost and this would block your account. Once the lost item is returned, the account will be cleared and active again.
Also, as a reminder, the library has loads of books on the second floor, both adult fiction and nonfiction. The books on the first floor are only from the last three months, so please make your way upstairs for more great titles.
Please note that the library will be closed February 19 for Presidents' Day.
Don't forget--Winter Reading goes through February 16! It's not too late. Here are the guidelines:
- Join anytime until February 16. Ages 18 and older.
- Email your entries to aberkun@newmilfordlibrary.org--or bring your log to the library. The first time you log a book, we’ll add your name to our records and add a raffle ticket for you. E-books and e-audiobooks count, too!
- Receive three raffle tickets for every program you attend. See our calendar for program offerings.
- Receive two raffle tickets for every book you read off of our Bonus Reading List. Come to the library for the list--or look on our website.
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A Message From Our FRIENDS | |
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February Friendly Finds
Q: What do Thomas Edison, Rosa Parks, Charles Darwin, and Laura Ingalls Wilder have in common?
A: They were all born in February! Is there a person in history that you particularly admire? Is there a celebrity/politician/artist whose name you know, but little else about them? Browse through the offerings at Friendly Finds. Learn what inspired someone to pursue and achieve their goals - explore their life with a biography.
Q: What makes a great gift for Valentine’s Day?
A: Flowers and candy may be fine, but how about a book (or two!)? Fiction or non-fiction, adult or child – you’re certain to find something in Friendly Finds that will interest your valentine! New titles are added regularly, so check back often. Cash, check, and Venmo are accepted for payment. As always, the profits support library programs and activities.
Please visit our website at https://www.fonml.com/ or e-mail us at FONML001@gmail.com
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Did you know that NMPL has many museum passes to help families save money? Click here for a list of our museum and cultural passes. Special thanks to the Friends of NMPL for sponsoring these passes.
Danbury Railway Museum: Located in the heart of Danbury, the museum offers family-friendly rides aboard historic trains every weekend between April and December. With your library passes, you receive free admission for up to six visitors. https://www.danburyrail.org/
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"Color, Chords, and Threads" by Elizabeth Gourlay
New Britain Museum of American Art: There are lots of family-friendly activities at the museum, including a makerspace and an art-and-book nook. With your library passes, you receive free admission for up to four visitors. Adult must accompany children 16 and under. https://www.nbmaa.org/
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NMPL's February Art Exhibit | |
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The New Milford Public Library will host an exhibit by artist Denise Trach entitled "Flow." The display may be viewed during regular library hours from February 9 through March 21. The library will have a reception on February 10 from 2:00-4:00. Ms. Trach says, "My life is full and busy in all wonderful ways. I am the mother of two daughters in college, and I married my college sweetheart almost 25 years ago. But no matter how busy I am, I make art every day, and it is then when I am the most peaceful—in my flow." For more information, contact the library at 860-355-1191.
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Take the Novelist 2024 Reading Challenge!
Make 2024 a reading year. Remember reading lowers your stress level and boosts brain power! And it's contagious! Visit Novelist Plus!
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Our Citizen Science Kits
We have citizen science kits for you to borrow. These kits include family-friendly activities for all to enjoy. Go to the Teen Zone and check them out!
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We need your help! We are updating our Strategic Plan and want to know what you think of your hometown library. Please fill out the attached online survey, so we can better serve your needs in the future. Thanks so much! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PJV3V6S
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Be sure to check out the February Calendar. We have several programs about self-care and putting yourself first this month.
Our monthly programs are going strong--Genealogy Club on February 7, Cookbook Club on February 14, plus Friday Films, too. And the Evening Book Group is looking for new members. Join us! For more info, call 860-355-1191 ext. 4216.
Click on the pictures below to register for these February Adult programs.
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Check out some new monthly programs coming in March--NMPL Coffee Talk on March 7, a club in which the newest books will be highlighted and you can borrow them first; and History Explored on March 12, a history-based book club. | |
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Join us for four digital literacy events happening in February--all facilitated by our digital literacy expert, Connor. The first two are informational sessions on some of our online resources on February 5 and February 13 from 2:00-3:30. Plus a class on basic computer usage on February 21 from 2:00-3:30. Then on February 28, Connor will lead an introductory class to Excel from 6:00-7:30.
Digital Resources
Monday, 2/5, 2:00-3:30pm
Digital Resources
Tuesday, 2/13, 2:00-3:30pm
Basic Computer Skills
Wednesday, 2/21, 2:00-3:30pm
Introduction to Excel
Wednesday, 2/28, 6:00-7:30pm
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Shout hooray for Ice Cream for Breakfast! Saturday February 3 at 10:30. To register, stop by the Children's Library or call 860-355-1191 ext. 4217.
Also on Saturday February 3 from 1:30-3:30, the Police Cadets of New Milford will be at the library to play board games or read with kids grades K-5.
Don't forget about all of our story times, including Spanish Story Hour on Tuesday mornings. And be sure to check out the Tiny Art Show displayed in the library through February 28th.
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Click on the above pictures to register for these Teen programs. Check out our book displays for February in our Young Adult Department! Dive into the rich narratives of Black History Month, raise awareness on healthy relationships in Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, and explore the charm of "Books to Love" with our most circulated picks on display. Teens are always welcome to grab board games, color on our coloring sheets, or partake in our exciting gaming nights. Join us for an array of fun programs in a space designed just for you!
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Click on the book covers to be taken right to the
Library catalog.
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Amy Berkun, Public Services Librarian, is reading Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. | | | |
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Ryan Rebstock, Teen Services Librarian, is reading Messenger by Marc Bernardin and Ron Salas. | | | |
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Heather Hafer, Reference and Tech Services Librarian, is reading How to ADHD: An Insider's Guide to Working with Your Brain (Not Against It) by Jessica McCabe.
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