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Community & Conversation during Black ...
Community & Conversation during Black History Month
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Fun in February
Fun in February
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A Fond Farewell
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Read of King; Be a KING!
Read of King; Be a KING!
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Movin' & Groovin' in March at RBPL

There’s so much happening in March! March is Women’s History Month, Nutrition Month, not to mention World Storytelling Day is on March 20. We’re celebrating and sharing stories all month long; stop by and check us out.

Keep our monthly calendar handy!

Here’s what happening this month at your Library

Remember, all programs are open to the public and free to attend. You don’t need a card to hang out with us.

  • Spanish Driver’s Ed is back! Our free course begins March 13; registration required at bit.ly/m/RedBankManeja.

  • Escuela de Manejo Clases gratuitas en la Biblioteca Pública de Red Bank! Clases comienzan Marzo 13. Inscripción requerida: bit.ly/m/RedBankManeja 

  • Learn a little more about AI at our March workshop on Thursday, March 6.

  • Hunt around RBPL at our Silent Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, March 8.

  • Our last cozy and mindful night of the season is happening in the West Room at Time to Hygge on Tuesday, March 11.

  • Hackensack Meridian Health helps us prepare a healthy diet for Nutrition Month at our afternoon program—Mediterranean and DASH Diet—on Thursday, March 13. Receive tips, recipes, and goodies with registration.

  • A can’t-miss hybrid program with the author of My Child is Trans, Now What? takes place on Tuesday, March 18 in-person and via Zoom. Share, support, attend, and learn.

  • We’re celebrating NJ Makers Day on March 22 with activities for all ages across the library; stop by!

  • Let’s Talk About Race is talking mental health in the minority community with a hybrid panel discussion on the evening of Tuesday, March 25.

RBPL & Neighborhood Free Tree

It’s that time of year! Start planning for Earth Day and register to claim your free tree from RBPL. Snag your free tree to plant at bit.ly/RBPLfreetree.

March Author Talk: Tuesday, 3/18

This month we’re excited to welcome author, educator, and transgender advocate Ben V. Greene to a special hybrid program discussing his his latest book: My Child is Trans, Now What? A Joy-Centered Approach to Support.

All are welcome to join us in our Meeting Room or via Zoom to hear from Ben as he speaks about offering a judgement-free guide to people across generations, from millennial parents to members of older generations who may not have had previous positive exposure to the trans community.

He explains what to expect, what systems exist to support trans youth, and what loved ones can do to help with humor, personal stories, and compassion.

Click here to reserve your seat and learn more about Ben and this special program.

Fun in February

As always, there is plenty happening at your local library!

February is Black History Month, and Red Bank is celebrating throughout the month. There’s so much in store at the library as we honor the past and look to the future.

  • Check out our book displays throughout the library. We have books displayed for Black History Month on our Main Floor, Young Adult area, and Children’s Room.

  • Tune in for Miss Sira’s Family Story Time on Race & Diversity, dropping on Facebook and YouTube on Saturday, 2/8. You can also view past videos on our channel; a new Family Story Time on Race & Diversity is shared every 2nd Saturday of the month.

  • Join us on Saturday, 2/22, as we team up with The T. Thomas Fortune Cultural Center to proudly present this year’s African American Read-In. All are welcome to stop the library from 11AM-1:30PM as we celebrate Black culture, history, and perspectives during a day of connection, community, and storytelling. Hear powerful stories from Fortune Tellers, listen to readings from Black authors, and participate with provided works and writings—or one of your own choosing! Learn more, share, or register to read here.

Our library calendar is packed with weekly programs—including a few favorites and new additions.

Remember, you don’t need a library card to attend these programs.

  • Drop in to our Meeting Room on 2/8 to build and play during our Fun with Forts day!

  • We’re opening up the Eisner Computer Lab on Monday, 2/10, for a free Internet safety workshop. Learn how to better protect yourself online, regardless of your computer skills.

  • Anime Club returns! Chill and craft, paint, and of course, watch anime every 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 4-5PM.

  • Teens are invited to drop by the YA area every Thursday night from 5-7PM for Junk Journaling. Supplies and space to hang provided!

  • Caregivers and kids are invited to Bilingual Story Time on Friday, 2/7, and 2/24. Stories are read in English and Spanish; no registration or card is required to join in on the fun.

  • All are invited to a T-Rex Tea Party on Saturday, 2/15. Come dressed in your best for a DINO-MITE Tea Party; just remember to register!

  • Throwback Thursday returns with a program on Thursday, Feb. 13—Mount Family History. Join us in our Meeting Room or on Zoom as Liam Collins brings the history of this important Red Bank family and institution to life.

  • Adults are invited to relax and craft during Diamond Painting on Tuesday, 2/25. Supplies are provided, and attendees will leave with their 4x4 mini masterpiece! Space is limited, so be sure to register soon.

Keep our monthly calendar handy!

Save the date for some special programs!

A new year means new programs at the Red Bank Public Library. We’re excited to introduce several new programs and speakers to you. As always, our library programs are open to all and free to attend.

To learn more about each program, click the image. Please note, some programs may require registration. If you need assistance, just give us a call or stop by.

You can check out our entire calendar of events online, or grab the latest paper copy from the library.

Hope to see you at the library!

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