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What's Happening @ Middletown Township Public Library 5/16-22/21

Free programs at the Middletown Township Public Library

Monologues and Scene Writing for teens and tweens meets virtually on Monday, May 17th @ 7:00 pm. Register online @ mtpl.org to receive zoom link.

Zoom School-Age Storytime meets on Tuesday, May 18th @ 4:00 pm. Register online @mtpl.org by 10:00 am on May 17th to receive zoom link. For Grades K+.

Rubber Duckie Book Club Storytime meets on Wednesday, May 19h @ 10:00 am. For ages birth to 6. Register online @ mtpl.org to receive zoom link.

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Coastal Wildlife Here At The Shore: Learn about sea life along the short and ow to help protect coastal wildlife. Register online @ mtpl.org to receive zoom link. Tuesday, May 18th @ 7:00 pm.

Friends of the Middletown Township Public Library Book Sale Friday, May 21st, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Saturday, May 22nd, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.

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Teen DIY Puzzle craft kit available while supplies last. For grades 6+.

SLP Musically with Katherine, a sing-along from home via zoom. A fun, accessible music experience for children of all abilities. Zoom contact may be found on the Library’s website, mtpl.org. For ages 4-9.

History Lovers Book Club will be discussing books about the Kennedy family on the outdoor patio. Wednesday, May 19th @ 10:00 am.

True Crime Club will meet in the Community Room on Thursday, May 20th @ 2:00 pm.

Off The Shelf: Cozy Mysteries (murder but gentler). Enjoyed Murder She Wrote or Midsomer Murders? Then you are familiar with the television version of a cozy mystery! Cozies have their roots in writers such as Agatha Christie and the genre is still popular. Christine and Katie will recommend some cozy mystery series perfect for those who love a good murder without the swearing and little to no gore. And let’s not forget the fun titles! Friday, May 21st all day online.

Adult DIY Spring Felt Succulent Hanger: All week while supplies last.

Free virtual 60 minute tutoring session on Monday afternoons with high school honor students. Have your homework and/or textbook available. For grades K-12. Register online @ mtpl.org.

Virtual Improv Night: Students from our Monologue and Scene Writing class will perform and engage you in a fun night of improv during a zoom meeting. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8177... ; Meeting ID: 817 7115 3199 ; Passcode: 941072 . Wednesday, May 19th @ 7:00 pm.

Check out YouTube every Friday for a new Science Storytime video with Miss Jennifer. Click on the Library website calendar for the link. For ages 4+. Friday, May 21st all day.

As the Library begins its 100th Anniversary celebration a new time capsule will be buried. What do you think should be included in the new time capsule? Place your suggestion in the container at the Circulation Desk.

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