September 2024 Newsletter

We are CLOSED on Monday, September 2nd in observance of Labor Day

Programs & Events

(registration opens 2 weeks before each program & event)

Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month this September with the Wallington Veterans Memorial Library and the American Library Association! We're inviting everyone to discover the incredible resources and opportunities available at your local library by signing up for a library card.

This year, we’re thrilled to have Optimus Prime from the TRANSFORMERS as our special ambassador, highlighting that there's more than meets the eye at Wallington Public Library. Whether you're looking to enhance your skills, find valuable information, or connect with fellow avid readers, a library card unlocks a world of possibilities.

Don’t miss out! Partake in spreading the library love— take a photo with your library card and share your favorite story of a time at the library! Be sure to tag us @wallingtonlibrary on Facebook and Instagram.

Bingocize

Mondays at 1:00 PM

3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Join us for a fun health program that combines bingo, exercise, and fall prevention education!

Mid-Bergen Regional Health Commission will come every Monday to the library for weekly sessions of physical exercise.

Click here to view the calendar and register.

Bright & Early Storytime

Tuesdays at 11:00 AM

Start your day off on the right foot by listening to a fun story!

Click here to view the calendar and register.

American Mah Jongg

Open Play

Wednesdays

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

(No session on 9/18/24)

Open play time for American Mah Jongg is every Wednesday from 1 PM to 3 PM. No registration necessary. Our program room will be available for folks to meet and play with their own tiles and cards. If you have a card table that you'd like to use, bring that too.

Are you interested in us having another set of instructional lessons to learn American Mah Jongg? Click on the button below to be notified if

we have them again!

I'm interested in Mah-Jongg Lessons

Crafternoons

September 5th and 19th

4:00 PM

Join us for a fun crafting afternoon where you can create a fun activity that is display worthy! Program is for children ages 5+ so stop on by!

Click here to register for September 5th

Click here to register for September 19th

Understanding Medicare

Friday - September 6th

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

We invite you to the library to learn more and get a better understanding of Medicare. Fred Ciccone will return to the library to provide a presentation and answer any questions.

Click here for an outline of the presentation and to register.

Monday Afternoon Book Club

Monday - September 8th

2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

For the month of September we'll be discussing Killing Floor by Lee Child, which is the first book in the infamous Jack Reacher series. Join us for a great discussion!

"From its jolting opening scene to its fiery final confrontation, Killing Floor is irresistible."

Copies of the book are available for pickup at our circulation desk. Call or email us to reserve a copy today! eBook and eAudiobook are available on the Libby app.

New members are always welcome! Click here to register.

Magnet Tiles Building Competition

Wednesday - September 11th

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Come test your Magnet Tile skill with this fun building competition! See who makes the best structure!

Click here to register.

Children's Yoga Class

Thursday - September 12th

4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Join us for some yoga fun and let's learn some moves together. Please be sure to bring a yoga mat or towel to the event. Bring a water bottle too, to stay hydrated!

Click here to register.

Adult Craft: Yarn Painting

Thursday - September 12th

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Let's get crafty! Using yarn, we're going to "paint" our own pieces! This craft allows you to be as simple or as complex as you'd like. All supplies will be provided.

Click here to register.

Coloring with Friends!

Monday - September 16th

4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Come over to the library and have a fun time making new friends and coloring!

Click here to register.

Music and Movement

Wednesday - September 18th

1:00 PM to 1:45 PM

Come join the fun with our music and movement program for babies and toddlers! Inspire wiggles and giggles with the joyful exploration of sound and movement. This program is for babies, toddlers, and children of all ages.

Click here to register.

Percy Jackson Trivia Party

Wednesday - September 18th

3:30 PM to 5:00 PM

Come and test your Percy Jackson knowledge and celebrate all things Percy Jackson!

Click here to register.

Beyond the Bookshelf Book Club

Wednesday - September 18th

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Join us this month as we discuss the novel, The Book Woman's Daughter by Kim Michele Richardson. Stop by the library to pick up a copy. eBook and eAudiobook are available in the Libby app. eBook is also available instantly on the Hoopla app. New members are always welcome!

Click here to register.

"In Kim Michele Richardson's beautifully and authentically rendered The Book Woman's Daughter she once again paints a stunning portrait of the raw, somber beauty of Appalachia, the strong resolve of remarkable women living in a world dominated by men, and the power of books and sisterhood to prevail in the harshest circumstances. A critical and profoundly important read for our time. Badassery womanhood at its best!"

Scrabble Club

Monday - September 23rd

2:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Come to the library and test your vocabulary by playing Scrabble. Playing Scrabble can improve your memory, focus, and allows you to interact with others!

Click here to register.

Successfully Navigating College Admissions This Fall

Wednesday - September 25th

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

*Virtual Program*

This program is recommended for parents and their high school teens and is a detailed and strategic overview of what students should focus on for a successful college admissions process.

The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC.

Click here for more information and to register.

Kid's Movie Night: The Super Mario Bros Movie

Thursday - September 26th

4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Children come to the library and watch The Super Mario Bros movie with friends!

Click here to register.

Reading to Rosie

Friday- September 20th

3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

*Virtual Program*

Our beloved friend and therapy dog, Rosie, is back! Children of all ages are invited to join us for a fun-filled afternoon of reading to our favorite friend, Rosie! Rosie is a therapy dog who loves getting read to!

Heads up! Not only does Rosie love reading, but she also loves giving kisses and getting bellyrubs.

Children's

Take Home

Craft Kits

Be sure to stop by on

September 6th and 20th for this month's craft kits!