LIBRARY NEWS FRIENDS OF THE FORT LEE LIBRARY BOOK SALE Fri, October 1 & Sat, October 2 from 10am-4pm In the Library’s lower level. Bring your own bags. Cash only, please. 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.