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WHAT’S NEW.....................PAGE 3 ADULT EVENTS ..................PAGE 4 TEEN EVENTS.....................PAGE 6 CHILDRENS EVENTS...........PAGE 7

NEWSLETTER

Looking to sharpen or grow your information finding and digital creation skills? We’re excited to announce our first ever Teaneck eCitizen Program designed to help you hone those skills!

Digital and information literacy skills are important tools in the 21st century workplace. This program aims to give participants a strong foundation in both areas. Information literacy refers to a person’s ability to find, evaluate, and use information, while digital literacy focuses on using digital communication tools (like the Internet) to find, evaluate, create, and communicate information. Apply today at teanecklibrary.org/ecitizen! See page 4 for more info!

JANUARY - MARCH 2022 840 TEANECK ROAD, NJ 07666 | 201.837.4171

Dear Friends,

As we settle into a New Year, you may be planning activities for the 2022 winter season. May I suggest various reading
materials from the Teaneck Public Library’s collections? Whether it’s books or digital content (including ebooks or audiobooks), magazines, newspapers, music, online classes or tutoring, or programs for children, adults, or seniors, there is something to delight, educate, entertain, or inspire everyone’s imagination.

As described in a 1954 history thesis by Estelle F. Gallant, which is shared on the Library’s website, the Teaneck Library was then, as it
is today, a resilient and relevant community resource grounded by an intentional pursuit for knowledge, culture, and ideas that nurture our creativity. Resilience allows it to pivot
and adapt, as it did in 2020, when all indoor activities were suspended due to COVID-19. Relevance is sustained by a keen sense
of commitment to providing the quality of information and resources that our patrons expect. This Newsletter is another milestone towards sustained relevance.

So, whatever your preferences, check out your Library, and be enchanted, entertained, and transformed. We are humbled by—and grateful for—your support. On behalf of the Board of Trustees, thank you. See you soon.

Joy Charles

President, Board of Trustees

CONTACT US 201.837.4171

PATRON SERVICES: teancirc@bccls.org

REFERENCE: reference@teaneck.bccls.org

YOUTH SERVICES: youth@teaneck.bccls.org

Join the Friends of the
Teaneck Library

teanecklibrary.org/friends

BOARD OF TRUSTEES JOY CHARLES, President

BENJAMIN BURNAT, Vice President

GERALD REINER, Treasurer

MYRON CHAITOVSKY, Secretary

EVALYN BROWNSTEIN

LILLIAN LEWIS

PAUL OSTROW

KEISHA CARTER, Mayor’s Representative

840 TEANECK ROAD, NJ 07666 | 201.837.4171	TERRY CORALLO

Superintendent of Schools Representative

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WHAT’S NEW?

TEANECK LIBRARY IS FINE FREE!

Good news! We are no longer charging late fees on most Teaneck materials, with the exception of launchpads, museum passes, and WIFI hotspots. All library materials still have a set time limit to be borrowed and we expect them to be returned on time, so everyone has access to our library items. It is important for our library users to understand that not all BCCLS libraries are “fine free.” If an item is borrowed, or sent to you, from a library that still imposes fines, you will be assessed that late fine. Items that are over 90 days late will not be accepted as returns. We hope to ensure equal access to all by breaking any type of barrier that may deter library users from using our services. Please visit teanecklibrary.org/fine-free for more information.

DIGITAL CONTENT

Trying to fight off the winter blues? Check out these amazing digital resources!

Hoopla features eBooks, eAudiobooks, comics and graphic novels, movies, and TV shows for all ages. Want to select items just for your kids? Hoopla can help! Simply toggle the Kids button on Hoopla to switch between adult or
young adult and kids materials.

Creativebug features unlimited access to classes on art, sewing, crocheting, and more! Learn
a new skill, complete a craft project, and find activities for all
ages completely for free!

Brainfuse offers learners access to free, live one-on-one tutoring online, AP exam test prep, GED test prep, SAT and ACT test prep, and resources for any
learner from K-12 students to adults!

NEWSPAPERS

Did you know that Teaneck Public Library offers FREE access to New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Washington Post online? Access your favorite newspapers online without paywalls or article limits in a few simple steps!

To get started, please visit teanecklibrary.org/digital-content and follow the instructions listed for the newspaper(s) you are interested in accessing. Please note that you will be required
to create a separate account on each newspaper’s website. Newspaper access varies by newspaper and access to each newspaper must be refreshed periodically. More information about this process can be found at teanecklibrary.org/digital-content.

If you have any questions, please contact us at reference@teaneck.bccls.org.

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ADULT EVENTS

All adult events and programs will be held online unless otherwise indicated. Most events

also require registration; please visit teanecklibrary.org/events for more information.

TEANECK eCITIZEN PROGRAM (ONLINE) JANUARY 19 - FEBRUARY 23

Teaneck Library is pleased to announce our first ever Teaneck eCitizen Program! Teaneck eCitizen aims to provide 20 participants the opportunity to strengthen their information and digital literacy skills through a 6-week program. You will learn how to:

• Evaluate information & identify misinformation • Communicate effectively online using tools like
Google Workspace

• Understand basic cybersecurity practices

• Create informative graphics and posts online

• Navigate intellectual property and copyright issues

These critical skills are valuable tools in our increasingly digital world and can enhance any job seeker’s resume in a work environment that uses computers and/or
the internet. All participants will receive a certificate of completion at the end of the 6-week program that can be
used to demonstrate their understanding of these key skills to current or potential employers.

Our first cohort will meet on Zoom every Wednesday 6 PM-9 PM from January 19 to February 23.

To apply, please visit teanecklibrary.org/ecitizen. Please send any questions to hebah.emara@teaneck.bccls.org. Teaneck eCitizen is a free program open to all, however preference will be given to Teaneck residents.

Please submit applications by January 10, 2022.

This program will be repeated in March 2022. Please visit teanecklibrary.org/ecitizen for more information.

The Teaneck eCitizen Program is supported with funds provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the New Jersey State Library, award number LS-250226-OLS-21.

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Visit teanecklibrary.org/events to register and for more info!

JANUARY

TUESDAY 1/4 @7 PM [Zoom]

Kevin Woyce takes you on a tour of Niagara Falls, where you will discover how the Falls/Gorge were formed; and meet the daredevil explorers, the businessmen who harnessed the falls’ power, and those who saved the falls for future generations.

MONDAY 1/10 @7 PM [Zoom]

The Eco Book Club discusses Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds, Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures by Merlin Sheldrake, hosted by the Teaneck Creek Conservancy and the Teaneck Library

TUESDAY 1/11 @6 PM [Zoom]

The Cookbook Club discusses selected French recipes. For more information, please visit teanecklibrary.org/event/cookbook-club-french-cooking.

FRIDAY 1/14 @10 AM [Zoom]

Join Ray Turkin in his Return to San Francisco, as he views the city from the top of Coit Tower, explores Chinatown, and visits the San Francisco National Maritime Historic Park and other iconic locations.

SUNDAY 1/16 @2 PM [Zoom]

Music on a Sunday Afternoon features the Adelphi Chamber Music Orchestra, sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

MONDAY 1/24 @10 AM [Zoom]

The Adult Book Discussion Group discusses The Bluest

Eye by Toni Morrison.

ADULT EVENTS

MARCH

TUESDAY 3/1 @7 PM [Zoom]

Discover some of New Jersey’s most exciting history in our State Parks with Kevin Woyce.

FRIDAY 3/11 @10 AM [Zoom]

Women in Art with Sue Altman—long overlooked and underappreciated, women have been a force in art history for centuries.

MONDAY 3/28 @10 AM [Zoom]

The Adult Book Discussion Group discusses The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles.

SUNDAY (DATE TBA) @2 PM [Zoom]

Music on a Sunday Afternoon features Soprano Nicole Murad, sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

ONGOING

TUESDAYS @ 10 AM [Zoom] Internet Training
Need computer/internet help? Want to set up your Libby account? Schedule a one-on-one in person or virtual appointment with us!

WEDNESDAYS @ 6:30 PM [Zoom] Live Guided Meditation
Join Sujatha via Zoom for a guided meditation to help find calm and inner peace during this
tumultuous time.

FEBRUARY

TUESDAY 2/1 @7 PM [Zoom]

Valentine’s Greetings with Kevin Woyce explores the romantic history of Valentine’s Day.

FRIDAY 2/11 @10 AM [Zoom]

Famous African American Artists with Sue Altman discusses the artists of the Harlem Renaissance who have impacted the art world.

SUNDAY 2/20 @2 PM [Zoom]

Music on a Sunday Afternoon features music

by Misuzu Tanaka (piano) and Maksym Shtrykov (clarinet), sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

MONDAY 2/28 @10 AM [Zoom]

The Adult Book Discussion Group discusses The Library Book by Susan Orlean.

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TEEN EVENTS

Visit teanecklibrary.org/teens to register and for more info!

TEEN VOLUNTEERS ARE A VALUABLE PART OF OUR LIBRARY!
Officially launched in 2019, the TPL Teen Volunteer Program has adapted to meet the increasing community service needs of our teen patrons, while gaining valuable insight and assistance in the development of our teen programming department. Geared for students in middle and high schools, our Teen Volunteer program is open to any student or resident in Teaneck. We currently have students from over fifteen schools! To learn more, visit teanecklibrary.org/teenvolunteer, or attend one of our info sessions during Teen Volunteer Orientation on the first Thursday of each month.
Information about and registration for all Teen Programs and Events can be found on the Teen Page at teanecklibrary.org/teens.
Registration begins January 3. Winter programs run from January 10 through March 18.

Teen Tuesdays [Zoom]Grade 6-12	Teen Volunteer Orientation Engage with Teaneck Library staff,	[Zoom] Thursdays 1/6, 2/3, 3/3 make new friends, and help create	Come and join us! Teens can get the future programs of the library’s	involved in the Library and earn teen department, all while earning	community service.
community service credit!

	

READING CHALLENGES

Register, log your books, and earn badges by visiting Teaneck Public Library’s Beanstack page at
teanecklibrary.beanstack.org. Thousands of other libraries and schools across the
nation are joining in too, for a chance to win prizes like book collections, signed books, and virtual author visits.

WINTER READING CHALLENGE: JANUARY 1 - 31
Teaneck Public Library will participate in Beanstack’s Fifth Annual Winter Reading Challenge, “Read for a Better World,” sponsored by Lerner Publishing Group. We challenge our community to read at least 10 hours during the month and keep track of their reading on our Beanstack site. Earn badges and virtual raffle tickets for our gift card raffle.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH CHALLENGE: FEBRUARY 1 - 28 Celebrate Black History with your community this month. Learn about Black history makers, explore cultural traditions, and honor the evolution of Black history in America. From the Civil Rights Movement to Black Lives Matter, it is vital to understand our history so that we can impact our future.

ARTS & CRAFTS PROGRAMS JANUARY
Crochet a Snowman [Zoom] THURSDAY 1/13 @7 PM Grade 4+ Join us on Zoom with Miss Kat as we
learn how to crochet a cute snowman figurine! Kits available 1/6.

FEBRUARY
Teen Paint Night [Zoom] WEDNESDAY 2/2 @7 PM Grade 6+
Join us for our first ever Teen Paint Night! We will be painting aurora borealis on canvas with acrylic paints. Kits available 1/26.

MARCH
Sewing On Demand: Donut StuffyGrade 4+
Stitch your own Tasty Pastry Donut, complete with frosting and giant sprinkles! You'll also learn how to sew on a button. No sewing experience needed! Kits available 2/22.

STAND OUT FOR COLLEGE [Zoom]
Navigating College Admissions Successfully and the Importance of Community Service. Ideal for high school sophomores and juniors, parents, and educators. Attend any of the following dates: WEDNESDAY 1/26 @7 PM	WEDNESDAY 2/9 @ 8 PM
TUESDAY 3/1 @7 PM	WEDNESDAY 3/30 @8 PM

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CHILDREN’S EVENTS

Visit teanecklibrary.org/kids to register and for more info!

Information about and registration for all Children’s Programs and Events can be found on the Kids Page at teanecklibrary.org/kids.

Registration begins January 3. Winter programs run from January 10 through March 18.

All programs will be held outdoors, weather permitting. Weather guidelines are as follows: the weather must be dry and the wind chill 45° or above in order to meet for outdoor programs. Registrants will receive a link for virtual programs in the event of poor weather conditions.

WEEKLY STORYTIMES WILD THINGS STORYTIME WEDNESDAYS 1/12 - 3/16 @4 PM

Connect with nature at our weekly storytime for ages 3-6. Each week we will be reading about and studying a different topic based on the Exploring Nature With Children curriculum.

BABY & TODDLER TIME* TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS@10:30 AM Baby & Toddler Time is best for babies and toddlers up to age 3.
We encourage literacy with stories and rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and movement activities.

*This storytime will be held outside weather-permitting. In the event there is no outdoor storytime a video will be made available.

HORA DE CUENTOS* (SPANISH STORYTIME) MONDAYS 1/24 - 2/14 @6:30 PM Los esperamos los lunes en Facebook en vivo a las 6:30 pm. Enero 24 a febrero 14.

*Storytime is completely in Spanish.

STEM
LEAP INTO SCIENCE:
LIGHT & SHADOW WORKSHOP TUESDAY 2/22 @4 PM

Children and families are invited to experiment with light and explore the ways that light interacts
with objects to create shadows, reflections, and more. Leap Into Science is a national program designed by The Franklin Institute to build interest and skills in science and literacy for children ages 3-10 and their families.

CLUBS & MORE
KIDS BOOK CLUB Grades 1-3
Join us as we read, discuss a book,

and do an activity together.

LEGO CLUB

MONDAYS 1/24, 2/28 & 3/28 @7 PM OR THURSDAYS 1/27, 2/24 & 3/24 @ 4 PM
Do you love to create with Legos? Each meeting children age 6+ meet to create and share their builds based on a theme. Participants may sign up for the Monday club or the
Thursday club.

READ TO A DOG

Children can sign up to read a book or books of their choice to certified therapy dog Venus or our Canine Good Citizen Sukey “one-on-one.” The purpose of this program is
to encourage reading, improve language skills, and give children a sense of security and confidence in their reading ability. Registration is required—one child per time slot. Visit teanecklibrary.org/events
for available dates and times. We welcome children of all abilities.

A YEAR OF HOLIDAYS Best for age 4+.
Join us for a Year of Holidays: a series of programs highlighting some of our diverse community’s favorite holidays. Children are invited to celebrate and have some fun while learning about different cultures, holidays and traditions. Our holidays this year will include Three Kings Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, Easter, Eid-al-Fitr, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Halloween, Day of the Dead, Chanukah, Christmas,
and Kwanzaa.

MONTHLY CRAFTS

Kids can register to make and keep their very own craft.

Check our Events page to register for in person or take home crafts.

NJ MAKERS DAY

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LIBRARY HOURS Sunday..........................1 PM - 5 PM Monday........................9 AM - 9 PM Tuesday.......................9 AM - 9 PM Wednesday................9 AM - 9 PM Thursday ....................9 AM - 9 PM Friday............................9 AM - 5 PM Saturday......................9 AM - 5 PM

ART GALLERY

The Teaneck Library is pleased to announce that our Art Gallery will reopen in 2022 with the following Artists:

January - Sayeed Syed March - Richard Wieser

All are welcome. Masks are required. If you are interested in our Art Gallery, please visit our website for more information
teanecklibrary.org/art-gallery-policy.

The Teaneck Library offers notary services for Teaneck residents,
at no charge.

For more information, please

visit teanecklibrary.org/notary

MUSEUMPASSES Residents with a valid Teaneck Library card can visit museums

in New Jersey and New York for free, or at a discounted rate. For more information on how to borrow a pass, and to see the list of participating museums, please visit our website:

teanecklibrary.org/museum-passes