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Donate gently used books, DVDs, LPs, and CDs from Mon, CELEBRATE WITH US September 20 through Wed, September 29 during normal Our events in this newsletter spotlight two important Library hours. Drop off donations in the box located in front of occasions - National Hispanic Heritage Month in September the doors to the Children's room and by the revolving door at and LGBTQ History Month in October. Please join us for book Adult Circulation. and film discussions as well as special events. MEETINGS EXPANDED HOURS Friends’ Candidates Night will be Wednesday, October 6 at FLPL will introduce expanded evening hours beginning on 6:30pm with the second All Members/election meeting on September 7 - Mon, Tues, Wed, & Thurs: 9:30am-9pm & Fri & Monday, October 25 at 6:30pm. Details to follow. Sat: 9:30am-5pm. All Friends updates are here: FLPLfriends.org and IN-PERSON PROGRAMMING Instagram @FLPLFriends Questions? [email protected] While we will continue to offer virtual and outdoor programming, we also plan have some in-person indoor ADULT LANGUAGE & CULTURE CLASSES programming if health conditions permit. Please note that all For Fort Lee cardholders, 18 years and older who haven’t indoor & outdoor programming is subject to rescheduling or taken the series already. Classes meet on Zoom. Registration being converted to a virtual event. is limited and required via online calendar at

MASKS fortleelibrary.org/events, by emailing Currently, the Library is requiring masks for all visitors in the [email protected] or calling 201.592.3614/5 ext Children's Room regardless of vaccination status. For adult 4002. Don’t forget to mention your Fort Lee Library card areas, masks are required for unvaccinated visitors and number in your message.

STRONGLY recommended for the vaccinated. This policy is KOREAN FOR BEGINNERS subject to change at any time. Mondays, September 13, 20, 27 & October 4, 18, 25 at 7pm A beginner’s guide to Korean grammar and how EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION SERIES to use it in conversation and writing. Learn about JAVIER ÁVILA’S ONE-MAN SHOW the Korean alphabet, and Korean sentence THE TROUBLE WITH MY NAME structure and vocabulary and a selection of the Wed, September 22 at 7pm on Zoom most used Korean verbs and how they are In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month conjugated. Learning materials will be provided. join us on Zoom for Dr. Javier Ávila's one- Made possible by a generous grant from the man show that blends comedy and poetry Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in NY. to shed light on issues of language, race and equity. Since SPANISH FOR BEGINNERS ON ZOOM October 2016, Dr. Ávila has presented his show on the Latino Thursdays at 7pm, September 23, 30, Oct 7, experience in the United States in more than 150 cities. 14, 21, 28. Registration begins September 7. javieravila.net. Sponsored by Fort Lee Public Library, Six-week introductory series to learn Englewood Public Library, Teaneck Public Library, Johnson beginning conversational Spanish. Led by Public Library and Bergenfield Public Library. Registration experienced Berlitz Instructor on Zoom. $30 required. materials fee due by 9/14.

LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH EXPANDED MUSEUM PASS PROGRAM SEPTEMBER IS LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH Begins after Labor Day. In addition to Brooklyn Celebrate by getting your very own library Botanic Garden, Intrepid, and Storm King Art card. From virtual storytime to audiobooks to DIY Center, FLPL patrons will also be able to make classes and more, there is something for reservations for The Museum of Modern Art, everyone. Anyone who signs up for a library card Guggenheim, Frick Collection, Jewish in September will be entered into a surprise raffle and to Museum, and New York Historical Society. To make it extra fun, everyone who uses their library card during make a reservation please contact the week of September 13th will also be entered to win! Stop [email protected] or call 201-592-3614/5. by and get a card today or sign up online. 320 Main Street, Fort Lee NJ 07024 201.592.3614/5 fortleelibrary.org Registration is required for in-person & Zoom programs. Please visit fortleelibrary.org and click on Events in top right corner. You will receive an email 24 hours before the event with reminder and/or Zoom details. If you receive a message that the room is closed, please try again closer to the event time. Questions? Contact the Reference Desk at [email protected] or call 201-592-3614/5.

BOOK DISCUSSIONS LGBTQIA+ MOVIE SCREENING & TALKBACK Limited to Fort Lee Library cardholders. Registration required MOONLIGHT Tues, October 19 at 7pm via online calendar or by calling 201.592.3614/5. Select titles Watch the Academy Award winning film Moonlight (copies are available from hoopladigital.com and/or print copies are will be available at the Circulation Desk) or stream on Hoopla available for pickup. Digital, then meet on Zoom with Sara and Kerry to discuss the film. Moonlight (directed by Barry Jenkins, 1 h 51 m) is a look OUTDOOR BOOK GROUPS at three defining chapters in the life of Chiron, a young black Meets in-person outside the Library under the man growing up in Miami. His epic journey to manhood is awning! Chairs will be provided. guided by the kindness, support and love of the community BETWEEN THE COVERS that helps raise him. Led by Library Director Chris. IN-PERSON CONCERTS Mon, September 13 at 7pm: Dreaming in Cuban by Cristina Garcia IN THE LIBRARY MEETING ROOM All attendees must wear a Mon, October 11 at 7pm: All My Mother’s mask. Space is limited. The Library reserves the right to limit Lovers by Ilana Masad occupancy. The Library will open its doors at 1:45pm. DANNY LIPSITZ AND THE BRASS TACKS AFTERNOON BOOK CLUB Sun, September 12 at 2pm Head of Public Services Morris and Head of Multi-instrumentalist, music Circulation Jeanette will choose a variety of educator, and bandleader Danny books to read and discuss. Join the Lipsitz has an endless resume conversation! including work as a sideman to the Wed, September 15 at 2pm most iconic rock 'n' roll, swing music, Daughter of Fortune by Isabel Allende, with and jazz icons. Danny's band, The Jeanette, *Hoopla title Brass Tacks, has performed at Joe's Pub at The Public Theater Wed, October 13 at 2pm (where Danny was a member of the artist development Memorial by Bryan Washington, with Morris

program), The Roxy Hotel, Hotel Edison, Gotham Hall, The READ FOR CHANGE/OWN VOICES Levitt Pavilion, Watermark at Pier 15, Valerie NYC, The Thomas Led by Reference Librarian Kerry and Equity, Edison National Historic Park, and many others.

Diversity & Inclusion Librarian Sara. The Read for MORE MUSICAL GEMS FROM THE YIDDISH Change and Own Voices book discussion THEATRE WORLD Sun, October 10 at 2pm groups join forces. Dr. Diane Cypkin is offering more beautiful Tues, October 12 at 7pm music from the Yiddish Theatre. The Concert Unstoppable: Siggi B. Wilzig’s Astonishing portion will include music made famous by Journey from Auschwitz Survivor and Penniless Molly Picon, Aaron Lebedeff, and Menashe Immigrant to Wall Street Legend by Joshua M. Skulnik, and additionally beloved Yiddish Greene performers like Itzik Feld, Yetta Zwerling,

POETRY DISCUSSION GROUP Menasha Oppenheim, Mischa and Lucy Gehrman, Isa Wed, September 22 & October 20 at 2pm Kremer and Seymour Rechzeit. Throughout, Dr. Cypkin will Led by Fort Lee resident Sara Halman. Join us for an relate to how these performers and memorable songs afternoon to “unpack your heart” with poetry readings earned their exceptionally special place in the Yiddish Theatre. followed by thoughtful discussion. No advanced reading required. AT THE JACK ALTER FORT LEE COMMUNITY CENTER

BOOK GROUP ON ZOOM Masks are highly recommended for all. OUTDOOR SUMMER READING CONCERT CHINESE BOOK CLUB 中文读者会 Sun, September 19 at 2pm (Rain Date 9/26) Mon, September 13 at 7pm Join us for an end of Summer Reading celebration with the Join Reference Librarian Grant to discuss favorite books you Nutley School of Music’s student rock band. Bring your own read when you were a student. chairs/blankets and enjoy a rock concert for all ages. TECHNOLOGY Sponsored by FLPL, Friends of the Fort Lee Library and the Jack Alter Fort Lee Community Center. Limited to Fort Lee Library Cardholders. CAREER SUPPORT TECH HELP WITH CHRISTOPHER (IN-PERSON) Schedule a time slot to solve your technology problems and LINKEDIN LOCAL ON ZOOM have your questions answered by Christopher. Fill out the Tues, September 21 at 7-8:15pm form at fortleelibrary.org/services/technology-assistance or Meeting, Mingling, Learning: Locally. Calling all call 201-592-3614/5 to make an appointment. Fort Lee-area LinkedIn users (and beyond, we're on Zoom)! Do you use LinkedIn? Instead of DROP IN LABS RETURN (IN-PERSON) Beginning in October. meeting local LinkedIn users in person, make Drop by for technology assistance with our librarians and new connections via Zoom. Get to know the teen volunteers. Bring your device (laptop, tablet, phone) people behind their profiles (relationship building). We utilize and any questions you may have to learn the basics of discussion questions and breakout rooms. LinkedIn users are email, downloading ebooks, and more. Contact the invited, and encouraged to bring a friend or colleague. Reference Desk for details. Registration required. #linkedinlocal

LECTURES ON ZOOM ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE Registration required to receive the Zoom link. CONVERSATION CIRCLES Sept 20-Dec 18 Mondays at 7pm CRIME + CORRUPTION IN NYC AT THE TURN OF Drop-in virtual groups for intermediate to THE 20TH CENTURY Tues, September 14 at 7pm advanced students to practice English New York City at the turn of the 20th century conversation. Each week centers around a different theme. was a rapidly-growing industrial city with a Registration is required. To register email flourishing crime rate to match! Unsolved [email protected]. murders, mob assassinations and daring heists colored the front pages of every newspaper. Come and SMALL GROUP CLASSES Starting September 20, 2021 learn about some of the most shocking crimes committed Virtual and in-person ESL classes are available to FLPL during the time when New York was forming into the cardholders through registration. Classes are grouped by level. Registration closes August 30th, 2021. metropolitan powerhouse it is today!

PHISHING FOR SCAMS: FOR TEENS & THEIR PARENTS U.S. CITIZENSHIP CLASSES Now Forming Tues, October 12 at 7pm U.S. Citizenship classes are held when there are enough October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. This program interested students at the same English language level will highlight the dangers of recent phishing scams. Since available to enroll at similar times. If you're interested in 2017, there has been a 156% increase in self reported scam becoming a citizen and would like to know more about our program, please contact [email protected]. victims in the under 20 year old age bracket. During this program you will learn more about what kind of scams FACEBOOK - PRIVATE ESL PROGRAM GROUP Ongoing exist, who is falling for them, and how you can prevent you If you are a registered student in our program, this group is for and your loved ones from becoming victims. For ages 12 you. Get helpful grammar and vocabulary reminders and up. regardless of your level, get help at any time from classmates

FOUR THOUSAND YEARS OF SAME-SEX or tutors on how to say something the right way, ask MARRIAGE Tues, October 26 at 7pm questions about the town or the schools. If you'd like to join us, email [email protected] for an invitation. Same-sex marriage in the United States became legal June 2015. Celebrate that NEWS FOR YOU - WEEKLY NEWS IN AN EASY-TO-READ FORMAT milestone with a history of queer couples that Ongoing. A website that gives English language learners goes back much, much further! Throughout access to weekly news articles to read and listen to in simple history and across the world, queer people English. English language learners can vote in polls, write have not only existed but found ways to recognize and comments, complete practice quizzes, and do puzzles. Go celebrate their relationships. We’ll talk about examples to: www.newsforyouonline.com; password 54382B. from Ancient Egypt to HBO’s Gentleman Jack, with stops in Native America, Medieval Europe, and China along the PRONUNCIATOR - LEARN ENGLISH FREE! Ongoing. Available to way. You may even recognize a few names! Both a British Fort Lee Library Cardholders. An interactive language king and an American president had a partner they called learning database that covers 60 languages and is “husband”. Join us for an evening filled with stories of same especially useful for English. Features interactive sex romance, resistance, and love. conversations, scored quizzes, progress reports, virtual coaching, and pronunciation analysis. Go to WELLNESS www.fortlee.library.org, click on ESL, and scroll down to

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Classes will meet in-person, outside the library. ADULT CRAFT/CREATIVITY In case of inclement weather, the class will be Outdoors, in-person under the Library awning. Space is virtual on Zoom. Wear comfortable clothes for limited. Registration required. movement. YARN SLINGERS Tuesdays starting September 7 at 6pm

FALL YOGA TO SHED THE OLD AND STREAMLINE Knit? Crochet? Needlepoint? Bring your needles, yarn, or YOUR WHOLE BEING (OUTDOORS, IN-PERSON) thread and exchange purls of wisdom.

Sat, September 18 and October 16 at 9:30am STITCHING UNDER THE STARS Wed, September 22 at 7pm Zeni, owner of Pure Bliss Yoga in Fort Lee, returns with two Fall Learn the basics of counted cross stitch with your favorite Yoga Classes at the Church of Madonna lawn by the librarians. We'll show you resources for starting a new hobby Library. These beginner friendly classes will help you align the as we follow a simple pattern. body, pare what no longer serves you (including any remaining Covid pounds!), build strength, develop flexibility, AUTUMN LEAVES WREATH WITH ELLEN & SOPHIA and clarify and focus the mind. Bring your own yoga mat Wed, October 20 at 11am or towel. Welcome the Fall season by making a beautiful wreath . All supplies will be provided. STRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITY: A SENIOR’S GUIDE TO RECLAIMING YOUR YOUTH (OUTDOORS, IN-PERSON) Tues, September 14 and October 12 at 2pm ZUMBA® WITH NICOLE ON ZOOM Tues, September 28 at 7pm A strong body translates into better A fun class with Zumba® instructor Nicole Russodivito. Zumba balance, walking and day-to-day is perfect for everybody and every body! Each class is functioning. In this seminar, led by Richard designed to bring people together to sweat it on, by mixing Portugal, you will learn chair and standing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, exercises to build strength utilizing a large lightweight ball, a calorie-burning dance fitness party set to Latin and World resistance band, a small ball and muscle-to-muscle implementation. Come and get strong. rhythms. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness.

BOOKS ON WHEELS A FREE delivery service run by volunteers for Fort Lee and Englewood Cliffs cardholders who are unable to visit the Library due to illness or disability. For details visit fortleelibrary.org/services/books-on-wheels

HAVE YOU TRIED? Fort Lee cardholders (including Englewood Cliffs patrons, unless noted*) have FREE remote access to digital resources for research and lifelong learning. Visit fortleelibrary.org, then from the top bar click on Services, then Online Resources (fortleelibrary.org/online-resources).

Access 20+ Billion Records on the World's Largest FREE eBOOKS, AUDIO & MOVIES! Online Family History Resource. Available in-house only. To access visit: fortleelibrary.org/borrowing/books-and-more

Thousands of arts and crafts instructional online Movies, TV Shows, eBooks, audiobooks & more! video classes. Always available; never a waitlist! Available to all Fort Lee Library Cardholders - including Englewood Cliffs residents. Limit of 6 checkouts per month. (Limit

HelpNow has live online tutoring recently increased from 4 to 6 items!) for all ages, homework help, writing assistance, academic skill Through this free app you can borrow thousands of building, standardized testing practice, ESL, resources for ebooks, audiobooks & magazines from the vast selecting and applying to college and more. JobNow can eBCCLS collection. *Not available to Englewood help you enter the workforce, create a resume, ace the US Cliffs residents. Citizenship test and build foundational career enhancing OVERDRIVE ADVANTAGE skills. Tired of waiting on long holds lists for popular titles in eBCCLS? Access free MVC practice tests for driver’s The OverDrive Advantage program allows FLPL to purchase licenses, motorcycle licenses, and CDL tests. additional copies of popular titles that are prioritized for Fort Lee cardholders. *Not available to Englewood Cliffs residents.

Unlimited access to thousands of the world’s top For assistance, contact the Reference Desk at newspapers and magazines as soon as they’re [email protected] or call 201-592-3614/5 available on shelves from over 120 countries and 60 different languages. No limits on downloads. They're yours to keep forever. ON DEMAND PROGRAMS

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An investment management solution Paige Soltano, President Dr. Michael Sharpe that enables investors to make timely, Susan Kumar, Vice-President EunJu Hong better-informed decisions. Councilman Joseph Cervieri, Treasurer Susan Siegel Karen Sandberg, Secretary Monique Kim LIBRARY HOURS Helen Saitta Councilwoman Ila Kasofsky Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs: 9:30am-9pm BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETINGS Fri & Sat: 9:30am-5pm Open to the public at the Library: Sept 21 & Oct 13 at 7pm. Hours & services are subject to change. Subject to change. Please visit fortleelibrary.org. Please visit fortleelibrary.org for updates.

Program schedule is subject to change. Please visit fortleelibrary.org for updates. To register for programs, visit fortleelibrary.org and click on Events in top right corner, call 201.592.3614/5 or email [email protected].

CHILDREN’S CORNER LEGO CLUB Wednesdays, September 22, October 6 & 20 The following offerings are limited to children & at 4pm their caregivers who are Fort Lee Library card Get creative with Lego bricks! Bring your own holders. For a complete list of events and to Lego bricks and join us as we build, connect, register, visit fortleelibrary.org. For assistance and create with Lego Club! and more information please call 201-592-3615 Registration required. For ages 5 and up. or email [email protected]

SUMMER READING CELEBRATION VIRTUAL HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION Wed, October 27 at 4pm OUTDOOR SUMMER READING CONCERT Join us for a spooktacular, virtual Sun, September 19 at 2pm (Rain Date 9/26) Halloween celebration with stories, At the Jack Alter Fort Lee Community Center interactive games and more! Don’t Masks are highly recommended for all. forget to wear your costume! Join us for an end of Summer Reading Registration required. For all ages. celebration with the Nutley School of Music’s student rock band. Bring your own chairs/blankets and enjoy a rock CREATIVE CRATES: AUTUMN EDITION concert for all ages. Sponsored by the Friends of the Fort Fridays, September 10 & October 1 & Lee Library, the Fort Lee Library, and the Jack Alter Fort 22 at 4pm Lee Community Center. Masks strongly recommended. . Have fun learning and crafting while For all ages. making three autumn themed and festive projects. Registration required. For ages 7 and LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH! up.

SEPTEMBER IS LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH! Celebrate by getting your very own library STEM MAKER DAYS card. From virtual storytime to audiobooks to Mondays, September 20, October DIY classes and more, there is something for 4 & 25 at 4pm everyone. Anyone who signs up for a library Work on fun and educational STEM card in September will be entered into a craft projects with your friends over surprise raffle and to make it extra fun, Zoom! Registrants will be everyone who uses their library card during the week of contacted when supplies are September 13th will also be entered to win! Stop by and ready for pick-up. Registration get a card today or sign up online. required. For ages 8 and up.

VIRTUAL CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING MAKING FELT CREATURES Thursdays, September 23, October 7 & 21, at 4pm READ FOR CHANGE BOOK CLUB Designed especially for our little crafters, Celebrate diversity and explore social join us as we create your very own felt justice through the “Read for Change Book creatures. Club!” Ms. Sara and book club members will Registrants will be contacted when read two books that help us to understand supplies are ready for pick- the experiences of others while giving us a up. Registration required. For ages 7 and safe space to talk about current events. up. Members will be contacted when the books are available for pick-up. For children in grades 4 to 8. LITTE READERS BOOK CLUB Friday, September 17 & October 8 at 4pm Mon, September 13 at 4pm Join Miss Arlinda as we read some of “Marcus Vega Doesn’t Speak Spanish” the library’s favorites! by Pablo Cartaya Registrants will be contacted when Registration required. For grades 4 to 8. supplies are ready for pick- Mon, October 11 at 4pm up. Registration required. “Fast Pitch” by Nic Stone For ages 5 to 9. Registration required. For grades 4 to 8.

320 Main Street, Fort Lee NJ 07024 201.592.3614/5 fortleelibrary.org KOREAN CULTURAL CLASSES STORYTIME FOR 0-2 YEAR OLDS Made possible by a generous grant from the Consulate Wed, September 22, October 6 & 20 at General of the Republic of Korea in NY 10am 추석 - CHUSEOK Storytime for children 0-2 years old. Join Mon, September 27 at 5pm us on Zoom for a live and interactive Chuseok, Korean Thanksgiving, is one storytime for you and your child! of biggest holidays in Korea. Make a Registration required. jewelry box based on Hanbok, a traditional Korean costume, to STORYTIME FOR 3-6 YEAR OLDS celebrate this holiday. Registration Wed, September 15 & 29, & October 13 required. For ages 5 and up. at 10am Storytime for children ages 3-6 years 한글날— HANGEUL old. Join us on Zoom for a live and Mon, October 18 at 5pm interactive storytime for you and your Celebrate Hangeul or Korean child! Registration required. Alphabet Day! Draw Korean letters on OHP film to make a plate and find READ FOR CHANGE STORYTIME each letter with a paper lantern. Thurs, September 30 & October 14 at Registration required. For ages 5 and 4pm up. Our popular tween book club is now a storytime for our younger readers! Join 1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN Ms. Sara on Zoom for stories and crafts that celebrate diversity. Registration 1000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN required. For ages 3 and up. Ongoing Read with your child, keep track of the books you BEDTIME STORIES finish, and earn rewards along the way. Use the Mon, September 20 1000 Books Before Kindergarten app, found in Tues, October 5 & Thurs, October 21 at any app store, to track your reading. 7pm For children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Grab a stuffed animal and come cozy up with your favorite librarians for our VIRTUAL STORYTIMES FOR ALL first ever virtual bedtime storytime! Registration required. For all ages. FALL STORYTIME SESSIONS Join us for a variety of storytimes throughout the months of September VIRTUAL BILINGUAL STORYTIME SERIES and October. Stories, songs, and more from your favorite Fort Lee librarians Join us for a special dual language for you and your child, live on Zoom! storytime series. Starting in September we’ll feature a different language each month. Listen to stories in both English and another language and do a craft related to the stories read. Check our event DRAG QUEEN STORY HOUR calendar for more bilingual Sat, October 23, at 11am storytimes in a variety of languages Join us for a very special storytime hosted by Harmonica from the multilingual Fort Lee Public Sunbeam. Drag Queen Story Hour captures the imagination Library staff. and play of gender fluidity in childhood and gives kids glamorous and unapologetically LGBTQIA+ role models. BILINGUAL SPANISH STORYTIME Harmonica Sunbeam will read inclusive books as well as Tues, September 14, at 4pm storytime favorites and lead participants in a simple craft. Join us for a bilingual storytime as we Registration required. For all ages. learn Spanish through fun activities and stories. ROSH HASHANAH HOLIDAY STORYTIME Registration required. For all ages. Thurs, September 9 at 4pm Come celebrate Rosh Hashanah with your BILINGUAL ALBANIAN STORYTIME favorite librarians as we read some fun Tues, October 12, at 4pm stories and learn traditional recipes! Join us for a bilingual storytime as we learn Registration required. For all ages. Albanian through fun activities and stories. Registration required. For all ages.

320 Main Street, Fort Lee NJ 07024 201.592.3614/5 fortleelibrary.org PHISHING SCAMS: A GUIDE FOR PARENTS AND TEENS (Virtual) Tues, October 12th at 7pm October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The Fort Lee Public Library is Welcome to the Teen Zone! hosting a program for teens and their It’s the start of a new school year and a good time to get parents to highlight the dangers of recent phishing reacquainted with everything the library has to offer to scams. Since 2017, there has been a 156% increase in self Fort Lee’s teens. reported scam victims in the under 20 year old age bracket. Check out our current program and volunteer During this program you will learn more about what kind of opportunities and if you have suggestions scams exist, who is falling for them, and how you can we’d love to hear them! prevent you and your loved ones from becoming victims. Follow us on Instagram @fortleelibraryteens for Registration required. For ages 12 and up. the latest library news and interactive

content. CRAFTERNOON Thurs, October 21 at 4pm TEEN PROGRAMS You never know what kinds of materials you’ll find to create your next masterpiece. Relax The following programs are limited to Fort Lee Library and stretch your imagination with your cardholders in grades 7-12. friends. For grades 7-12.

CODING CLUB TEEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Tues, September 14-October 26 at 4pm Learn to code in a relaxed, collaborative Limited to Fort Lee Library cardholders in grades 7-12. environment. Registration required. For Email [email protected] for additional grades 9-12. details and registration information.

TEEN BOOK CLUB TEEN VOLUNTEER MEETINGS (Virtual) Wednesdays, September 29 & Wed, September 1 & October 6 at 4pm October 27 at 4pm Live on Zoom. Learn about virtual volunteer Share your love of reading opportunities, share your experiences with with other Fort Lee teens. each other and brainstorm additional Registration required. activities. For grades 7-12. Registration required. For grades 7-12.

FRESHMEN Q&A (Virtual) VOICES OF FORT LEE BLOG Mon, September 13 at 4pm Ongoing Welcome to high school! Starting a new Contribute to our volunteer created, run school can be challenging, but we’re here and edited newsletter. This newsletter to help. Meet with volunteer upperclassmen focuses on social justice issues and who will answer all your questions about Fort current events, exploring both Lee High School. For students entering 9th nationwide and smaller-scale news that grade. all teens should be aware of. Additional sections will include creative writing and artwork. Email Kim NAVIGATING COLLEGE ADMISSIONS & THE IMPORTANCE for more information. [email protected] OF COMMUNITY SERVICE (Virtual) Tues, October 5 at 7pm CARDS FOR COMFORT This Zoom presentation will help families Ongoing understand how COVID-19 has changed The past year has been hard for many people. the college admissions landscape. This Brighten someone’s day with greeting cards. program covers how admissions officers Contact Teen Librarian Kim Iacucci at are handling the current situation and [email protected] to get how students can develop a compelling narrative to involved. For grades 7-12. increase their chances for admission. The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at TECH HELP Stand Out for College, LLC. Registration required. Ongoing Assist patrons with their technology related SUPER SMASH BROS. TOURNAMENT questions. Must attend a training session Thurs, October 14 at 4pm before beginning. Challenge your friends to see who’s the best Smash player. ADOPT A SHELF For grades 7-12. Ongoing Help us keep our bookshelves organized. Must attend a training session before beginning.

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