April Newsletter

Spring is in full swing at the Long Branch Free Public Library! New changes are on the horizon.

As a reminder, our Main Library will be closing on May 1st for our upcoming renovation. "During the month of  April, we encourage our Main Library users to become familiar with the Elberon Branch Library, located at 168 Lincoln Avenue.  Once construction has begun, we will be expanding Elberon Branch Library hours. We also invite you to become familiar with our temporary location at the new Health and Technology Center on 3rd Avenue.

New updates will be coming soon. Be sure to stay current with our social media pages and check www.longbranchlib.org/renovation for the latest news!

Programs & Events

Pysanky Egg Demo

Tuesday, April 11th at 6pm - Main Library

Celebrate spring at Long Branch Public Library with instructor Jenny Santa Maria, who will be demonstrating the art of Pysanky (Ukrainian eggs).  To create an intricately designed egg, a special writing tool draws on the egg with wax.  As the egg is dipped in various saturated dyes, the wax preserves each step.  When the wax is removed, the final design is revealed. During the demonstration, Jenny will explain the history of this ancient art while creating a decorated egg which will be given to someone in the audience. Examples of her finished work, references, and books will be provided for additional learning opportunities. All ages are welcome to attend. 

Contact lkelly@longbranchlib.org with any questions.

How to Ask for Money

Wednesday, April 19th at 7:00pm - Main Library/Hybrid

Do you own or run a non-profit organization? Do you need help with your fundraising? Sylvia Allen, owner of Allen Consulting, has developed a workshop to teach non-profits how to confidently ask for money. She’ll share her ten basic “real world” tips that makes it easy and anxiety-free to fundraise. Sharing real case histories, this free training will teach you what Sylvia does every day when asking for donations for her successful charity Sylvia’s Children. First developed for a class at New York University’s Center for Philanthropy and Fundraising, Sylvia Allen guarantees her tips will bring you success! This in-person program will also be streamed live on our Facebook page.

Contact Lisa Kelly at lkelly@longbranchlib.org to register.

Nonfiction Book Club

Thursday, April 27th at 1:30pm - Main Library/Hybrid

This book is collection of poetry by presidential inaugural poet Amanda Gorman and includes "The Hill We Climb," the stirring poem read at the inauguration of the 46th President of the United States, Joe Biden. This collection of the same name reveals an energizing and unforgettable new voice in American poetry.

We will be hosting this meeting in person and via Zoom.

Contact jbirckhead@longbranchlib.org with any questions.

Library Staff Book Club

Friday, April 28th at 3:00pm - Main Library/Hybrid

Welcome to our brand new book club! Please join a member of our library staff each month for the discussion. This month we will be reading "Far From the Tree" by Robin Benway. Gianna Mul-Ferrigno will be moderator of the discussion.

This beautiful interweaving story of three very different teenagers connected by blood explores the meaning of family in all its forms—how to find it, how to keep it, and how to love it. Grace is an only child who was adopted at birth. After putting her own baby up for adoption, she goes looking for her biological family. This moving YA novel addresses such important topics as adoption, teen pregnancy, and foster care.

Contact lkelly@longbranchlib.org with any questions.

April Movie Showtimes

Mrs Harris Goes to Paris (PG) Celebrate April in Paris!
Wednesday, April 12th at 6pm

In this charming film, award-winning actress Lesley Manville stars as Mrs. Harris, an English domestic servant who falls in love with a couture Dior dress and decides she must buy one of her own. After finally raising funds to purchase the dress, she sets off on a journey to Paris that will change the course of her life.
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Lyle, Lyle Crocodile (PG) Family Film Day
Saturday, April 15th at 2:30pm

Good cheer and exuberant humor enliven this clever live-action musical adaptation of Bernard Waber’s classic children’s book series.  A reptile shares “The House on East 88th St.” with a boy named Josh and his family. Tony Randall narrates this heartwarming tale.
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Modern Times (PG13) Classic Movie Monday
Monday, April 17th at 2:30pm

April is National Humor Month! Please join us for film pioneer Charlie Chaplin’s classic comedy in which his iconic Little Tramp character struggles to live in modern industrial society with the help of a young homeless woman.
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Contact lkelly@longbranchlib.org with any questions.

Recurring Programs (All Age Groups)

Elberon Writing Group - Virtual
Every second Wednesday of the Month at 6:30pm

Join our Elberon Writing Group, hosted by our Elberon Branch Manager Tara if you enjoy writing fiction, nonfiction, poetry, short stories...or anything! Contact tsullivan@longbranchlib.org for more info.
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Super Smash Bros Tournament - Main Library
Every last Wednesday of the Month at 6pm

See if you have what it takes to be the best in the knockout Super Smash Bros tournament! The winner will receive a prize. Register here.

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Children's Chess Club - Main Library
Every Monday at 4pm

Children's Chess Club is open to children and teens between the ages of 5 and 17 who wish to practice their skills against other students. 
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Toddler Time with Miss Nekesha - Main Library
Every Tuesday at 11am

Each Toddler Time consists of 2 stories, music and a take home craft. Please join us in the Children's Department of the Main Library.
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Story Time with Miss Tara - Elberon Branch
Every Wednesday at 4:30pm

Join Miss Tara at the Elberon Branch for stories and fun for children. Family and friends are welcome as well!
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Craft and Story with Miss Nekesha - Main Library
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4pm

Every Tuesday and Thursday in our Children's Department, build a craft and read a story with Miss Nekesha.
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Toddler Time with Miss Tara - Elberon Branch
Every Friday at 10am

Join Miss Tara at the Elberon Branch for stories and fun for younger children. Family and friends are welcome as well!
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Teen Programs - Main Library
Every Friday at 3pm

On Fridays each week, teens will have the opportunity to meet up together with Miss Nekesha and create a new craft they may take home.
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Spanish Story Time with Miss Cristina
Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the Month at 12pm

Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, join Miss Cristina for a special Spanish story time and a take-home craft!
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Craft and Story with Miss Yanique - Main Library
Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month at 12pm

Every 2nd and 4th Saturday in our Children's Department, build a craft and read a story with Miss Yanique!