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Scotch Plains Public Library @scotlib

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Joined March 2011
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Join us on 1/8/24 at 7pm (in person or on Zoom) for a special program: Rediscovering an Artist: Roberto de la Selva and the Lost Murals at the Deserted Village. Learn from a panel of experts about how these murals are unique and in need of preservation! scotlib.org/event/delaselva/
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Don't miss this fascinating virtual program on 7/20 at 7pm! Jennifer Holland will share some of her favorite stories from her best-selling Unlikely Friendships series, plus insights on canine evolution and intelligence from her upcoming book Dog Smart! scotlib.org/event/animal-fri…
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Wondering what ChatGPT is all about? Join us on Zoom on Monday 6/5 at 7pm for a talk with Rutgers Professor Jim Brown. Learn how ChatGPT works, and what role could it play in our lives. Ask questions and test out the bot yourself! Registration: scotlib.org/event/chatgpt/
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Like other black revolutionary women, Nina Simone's  lived experience encompassed complex & even contradictory sentiments, which she often explored in her music. Join us for a Zoom talk with Prof. Janée Moses on Thursday, 5/25 at 7pm! scotlib.org/event/nina-simon… #ninasimone
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'Squirtle' the diamondback terrapin will be visiting the Library and bringing some baby bobwhite quail friends! Learn how we can all help conserve imperiled local wildlife in this program for adults & kids interested in conservation on Monday, 5/22 at 7pm scotlib.org/event/wildlife
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Don't miss this special program! We are honored to be able to host the story of Marshall "Major" Taylor, the first African American international sports celebrity -- his story deserves to be widely known.
Major Taylor Assoc'n @MajorTaylor99
3 Feb 2023
All about Major Taylor, 7-8 pm next Wednesday via @scotlib, with spotlight on @MTCCNJ. Get the Zoom link for the free illustrated talk at scotlib.org/event/major-tayl… #BlackHistoryMonth #blackhistorymonth2023 #honorMajorTaylor
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Join us on Zoom at 7pm on 1/26 to discover @Flightradar24, an online service that tracks aircraft all over the world! Learn how to figure out what just flew over your house, how world events are reflected in air traffic, & more! scotlib.org/event/introducti…
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Experts agree: the best form of exercise is one that you enjoy, because you'll stick with it! The Library offers a weekly online class that brings people back week after week--and now is a great time to try something new! patch.com/new-jersey/scotchp…

Try an Exercise Class You'll Enjoy!

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Hi Everyone! Why not drop in on our Zoom program next week with Dr. Sarah Rose, who wrote this great book about us? She thinks all spiders are beautiful, and we can't disagree! 🕷️😊 Register at scotlib.org/event/who-are-th… @hiwearespiders
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🕷️We're all around you, but what do you really know about us spiders & all the good stuff we do for you? Get to know your spider neighbors with Dr. Sarah Rose, who wrote the book on us! She'll be on Zoom on Thurs Oct. 13 at 7pm. Register:scotlib.org/event/who-are-th… @hiwearespiders
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Today you can read the works of this astonishingly talented writer in your own public library: ls2.scotlib.org/#section=sea…[]

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Isabel Toledo was a Cuban immigrant who dressed Michelle Obama, won awards for her unique couture designs, and made her fashion accessible to all sizes and budgets. Join us on Zoom on 10/3 at 7pm for a special program on her life! scotlib.org/event/isabel-tol… #hispanicheritagemonth
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Taking the Summer Reading theme ("Oceans of Possibilities") to a whole new level...
NOAA Ocean Exploration @oceanexplorer
25 Jul 2022
On Saturday's #Okeanos dive, we saw several sublinear sets of holes in the seafloor. The origin of the holes has scientists stumped. The holes look human made, but the little piles of sediment around them suggest they were excavated by...something. What's YOUR hypothesis?
Kelp farming creates 'oceans of possibilities' for fighting climate change & producing nutritious & delicious foods! Join us on Zoom on Thursday 6/16 at 7pm when Suzie Flores will join us on Zoom to talk about what it's like to be a sugar kelp farmer! scotlib.org/events
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Try our online language resource Mango to prepare for realistic conversations and communication in over 70 world languages-- all you need is your library card number to start learning!
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Mental health is just as important as physical health--it helps you cope with stress & can improve your quality of life. Get tips & resources from NIMH to help take care of your mental health: go.usa.gov/xH5QU #shareNIMH
Join us on Zoom on Thursday evening for a journey through 100 years of Black American music with musician Karlus Trapp! Register at: scotlib.org/event/the-roots-… Warning: if you attend, you may find yourself smiling, humming or tapping your feet for hours afterwards!
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The first African American to vote following the passage of the 15th Amendment was Thomas Mundy Peterson of Perth Amboy, NJ. On Thursday, February 10 at 7pm on Zoom, historian and author Gordon Bond brings his full story to light: Register at scotlib.org/event/thomas-mun…
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Who wants to bake some cookies for Elmo? We have great resources.
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It's #batweek, everyone! 🦇 Celebrate by coming to our Zoom talk on Tuesday, Oct. 26 at 7pm, when bat biologist Ethan Gilardi of @wildlifenj will be exploring common myths and misconceptions about these beneficial creatures. Register now! scotlib.org/event/creatures-…
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