October Special Event at the Oakland Public Library (Children’s Dept.)
Acclaimed singer-songwriter, Teri Merliss, will present her special blend of imaginative stories, original songs, and audience participation on Friday, October 16 from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m. in the Oakland Public Library’s story gallery. Oakland children, ages 2 & up, are invited to attend with a parent or caregiver. Please register in person, online at http://oaklandnjlibrary.org, or by calling 201-337-5236. Registration begins Tuesday, September 29.
The Library is located in the Oakland Municipal Plaza. For further information, call or visit the Library at 201-337-5236.
October Book Discussion at the Oakland Public Library
The Oakland Public Library Book Group meets the second Thursday of each month at 6:45 p.m. at the Library. The next meeting will take place on October 8, 2015. The book discussion will be on Garden of Stones by Sophie Littlefield. For a copy of this book and additional information, please contact the Oakland Public Library at 201-337-3742.
Photography Display at the Oakland Public Library
Photographer, Dave Frieder, will display his photographs of bridges in the lower level gallery of the Oakland Public Library from September 18 to October 30. He has been photographing bridges since 1993, and has come to admire them as engineering marvels. He describes the how and why of the function of bridges as being able to “Feel the Steel”. Frieder’s favorite bridge is the George Washington Bridge. Visit the Library for a small sample of Dave Frieder’s incredible artwork!
The Library is located in the Oakland Municipal Plaza. For further information, call or visit the Library at 201-337-3742.
The New Friends of the Oakland Public Library Annual Book Sale is Oct. 30, 31 & Nov 1. Donations of gently used or new paperback or hardcover books, DVD’s, CD’s, Jigsaw Puzzles, Video Games can be dropped off at the Library during the month of September and October. What a great opportunity to clear out your bookcases, entertainment units, and family rooms and donate the above items to a worthy cause. All proceeds from the Book Sale go to supporting Children, Teen and Adult programs at the Oakland Library. The Library is located at 2 Municipal Plaza Road.
Oakland NJ. More information on the book sale can be found at www.oaklandnjlibrary.org
The Children’s Dept. will offer an origami class for beginners on Thursday, October 8 from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. in the Pat Turnier Craft Room. Oakland children, in second grade and up, are invited to attend. This is a small class, so participants should register early. Registration begins Tuesday, September 22. Please register in person, online at http://oaklandnjlibrary.org, or by calling 201-337-5236.
The Oakland Garden Club will visit the Library on Thursday, October 15 from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m. Oakland children, ages 5 & up, will be making an autumn wall hanging. The program will be held in the Pat Turnier Craft Room. Registration begins Tuesday, September 22. Please register in person, online at http://oaklandnjlibrary.org, or by calling 201-337-5236.
The Library is located in the Oakland Municipal Plaza. For further information, call or visit the Library at 201-337-5236.
October Special Events at the Oakland Public Library (Children’s Dept.)
“Tail Waggin’ Tutors” is an opportunity for Oakland children, ages 5 & up, to read to a very lovable dog. Sadie, and her “Mom”, Donna, will visit the Library on Thursday, October 22 from 5:30 to 6:10 p.m. Daisy, and her “Mom”, Jean, will visit the Library on Tuesday, October 27 from 6:30 to 7:10 p.m. Both Sadie and Daisy are registered therapy dogs with Therapy Dogs International. Each child will have about ten minutes to read a favorite story to a dog. The program will be held in the Library’s story gallery. Please register in person, online at http://oaklandnjlibrary.org or by calling 201-337-5236.
Halloween Book Bingo will be held on Monday, October 26 from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. in the Pat Turnier Craft Room. Oakland children of all ages are invited to try their luck and win small prizes. (Prereaders may need some assistance.) Registration is requested, but not required.
The Library is located in the Oakland Municipal Plaza. For further information, call or visit the Library at 201-337-5236.