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Staff Picks December

Fiction Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir: Riveting sci-fi about a lone astronaut who wakes up from a coma without any memory of who or where he is; and, little-by-little, begins remembering details of himself and his mission.  As his memory begins to come back he has to overcome many obstacles in order to complete that mission. Just as in Weir’s first book, The Martian, he forges on using math and science skills to be successful,  because failure is not an option. There’s action/adventure, deception, and a bit of a twist as well, in this horrifying sci-fi thriller.  The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller: A story of summer, secrets, love and lies: in the course of a singular day on Cape Cod, one woman must make a life-changing decision that has been brewing for decades. The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict, is about the woman who helped JP Morgan create the Morgan Library in NYC. The Rose Code by Kate Quinn, is about female code breakers at Bletchley Park during WWII.  Joining the elite Bletchley Park codebreaking team during World War II, three women from very different walks of life uncover a spy’s dangerous agenda years later against the backdrop of the royal wedding of Elizabeth and Philip. The Weight of Ink by Rachel Kadish: Set in London of the 1660s and of the early twenty-first century, The Weight of Ink is the interwoven tale of two women of remarkable intellect: Ester Velasquez, an emigrant from Amsterdam who is permitted to scribe for a blind rabbi, just before the plague hits the city; and Helen Watt, an ailing historian with a love of Jewish history. Uncommon Type by Tom Hanks, a collection of short stories Non-Fiction On Animals by Susan Orlean: Examining animal-human relationships through captivating stories she has written over the course of her career, the author, in this book that is equal parts wonderful and profound, celebrates the cross-species connections that grace our collective existence.  The happiest man on Earth : the beautiful life of an Auschwitz survivor by Eddie Jaku Movies 12 Mighty Orphans:  The true story of the Mighty Mites, the football team of a Fort Worth orphanage who, during the Great Depression, went from playing without shoes, or even a football, to playing for the Texas state championships. Here today:  When veteran comedy writer Charlie Burnz meets New York singer Emma Payge, they form […]

Library Opening

The Cranbury Public ‘pocket’ Library is finally open to the public for browsing our collection!  With our new ADA accessible ramp, we can welcome ALL the community into our temporary space.  However, I want to stress that we are offering only limited service at this time for several reasons.  Even with vaccinations, COVID is still present and a threat to staff and public safety – especially indoors. Our temporary space is small and makes it difficult to effectively social distance. There is no area or furniture for community members to sit and read. There is only one table and chair reserved for notary service or limited Chromebook use. If you do come in to browse and choose books to read, we are happy to have you here.  To keep everyone safe we ask that you call the library (609-722-6992) to make an appointment. This will help us limit the number of people in the space at one time. Those entering the building must wear face coverings and practice social distancing.  Browsing is by appointment for 25-minute intervals starting on the hour and half hour. Children under 12 years of age are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you have enjoyed using our curbside service these past few months you may continue to request items and pick them up outside as before.  In some cases, this may be the best way to request books.  As I mentioned above our space is small – so small it houses only half our collection.  Older titles are stored offsite and will require extra time for staff to retrieve them. For that reason, if you know the title you are interested in borrowing, please request it prior to visiting the library. You can return items by using the bookdrop or placing them on the returns cart at the door.  One computer will be available to search our catalog.  Please bring your library card with you when you visit.  You will need it to use our touchless checkout. Read our complete Phased Reopening Plan here. To take advantage of our handicapped entrance please park in the rear of the building in the handicapped parking area.  The entrance is located between the houses at 7 and 11 Maplewood Avenue.  Drive down the long driveway to access the handicapped parking and entrance ramp on the right side of the building.  The door opens into the staff area of the library but the route to the front is clearly […]

Debut of Our New Website

We’d like to welcome you all to our new and improved Website. You’ll find this website to be easier to navigate, fun to use, and also offered in several languages! With a new library under construction, comes a new website! I’d like to take the time to showcase all of the new resources that we offer. Check out our Digital Library page for all of your electronic content! Throughout the site, we have Book Rivers which highlight all new materials that can be accessed by you with your library card. We are also still providing many of our services even though we are curbside, which include: access to the Cranbury Press, Printing Services, Notary, and Readers Advisory as well. We hope you enjoy the new website just as much as we do and we look forward to all of your engagement!

Mayor’s Wellness Campaign

The Mayors Wellness Campaign (MWC) is a statewide community health initiative that provides evidence-based tools and strategies for mayors and community leaders to help their residents achieve healthier lifestyles and to improve overall health and wellness in their communities. The Cranbury MWC hosts a virtual wellness session on the third Wednesday of every month.  Join us for the following wellness sessions on Zoom.  The Zoom link can be found on the Cranbury Public Library Events calendar and on the township website.

Tails and Tales – Summer Enrichment

Summer Enrichment begins Monday, June 21st! Starting that day, register at http://cranburypl.readsquared.com to begin your journey into Tails and Tales. Earn points by reading, completing missions, and attending a special on-demand event, “Unicorns: Break the Cage!” where you’ll learn about all sorts of incredible animals and explore the science behind what makes them unique. With every 100 points you earn, up to a total of 1000, you’ll win a prize to be picked up curbside at the library. And you’ll automatically be entered in the GRRRand Prize drawing for a Giant Stuffed Tiger to be awarded once Summer Enrichment is complete on September 3rd. For ages 0-17. So, don’t paws to think about it – register starting June 21st, and read with porpoise. You’ll have a whale of a time, we’re not lion!

Summer of Cicadas: Brood X and What to Expect

On Tuesday, June 15 @ 6:30 PM, please join us for a virtual program on the incredible insect summer in store for us. “ Brood X” — the largest and most widely ranging 17 year cicada brood are due and are already emerging. Local resident, Jessica Ware, will give this fun virtual talk. Jessica is the Vice President of the Entomological Society of America & the President of the World Dragonfly Association.

Exploring Cranbury Trails

On June 3 at 7 PM join us on Zoom to explore all 4 of Cranbury’s trails: Unami Woods, Reinhardt Preserve, Cranbury Brook Preserve and Pin Oaks. Join us online as we learn about the history and unique properties of each of our beautiful preserves.  The link is here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85223458703?pwd=NXNOSDdVRVhhTEVzaUdtTDFaZUlXdz09   For those that missed the June 3 program above, here is the link to the presentation:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iIPV4i66kJw     On June 12 (was originally scheduled for June 5)we will meet in person for a guided hike at each of Cranbury’s four trails. Trail hikes will take place at 10 and 11AM and 1 and 2PM. Sign up here:

7 Ways to Sell Your Antiques

In this presentation, antiques expert John Thompson looks at antiques in the light of COVID-19 and explains how to value your treasured items in today’s market. John will then discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the seven ways that you can sell your antiques as well as how to get the best value for them. You can register for this and all other programs by visiting our event calendar!

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Cranbury Public Library

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Cranbury, NJ 08512
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