Upcoming Events at The Raritan Library 54 E Somerset Street Raritan (908) 725-0413 | |||||
Adult Coloring Class Thursday, January 28th, 2016 @6:30pm | |||||
Join in on the newest craze! The adult coloring trend is not only calming and good for your health, it's fun. It reduces stress, enhances focus and creativity. Coloring pages and pencils will be provided free of charge. Registration is required. |
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Wine Cork Birdhouse Project Thursday, February 4th, 2016 @6:00pm Instructor: Irene Mortko | |||||
Come to the Library to create a beautiful birdhouse made from wine corks. Cost for materials: $10.00 due at the time of registration. Sign up early, class size is limited. A sample will be on display at the Circulation Desk. |
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Harp Performance with Dominique Boyle Thursday, February 11th, 2016 @6:30pm - 7:30 PM | |||||
Come and listen to some very beautiful and relaxing music by harpist Dominique Boyle. Light refreshments will be served. Call or stop by the library to reserve a seat for this special performance. |
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Movie: The Walk Thursday, February 25th, 2016 @6:00pm | |||||
This recently released film is based on the book "To Reach the Clouds" and reveals the true story of Philippe Petit's famous 1974 walk between the World Trade Center Towers. Petit has been the only man to walk the immense void between the towers. "The Walk" flaunts some of the best visual effects, making the viewer feel he is on the high wire himself. Running time: 123 minutes. Rated PG. | |||||
To see the full list of "Children's" activities at the Library CLICK HERE |
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Be Part of History on the Library’s New Walkway ! | |||||
The Raritan Library is creating a new walkway in the Maggie Grosso Memorial Garden behind the library, which will include personalized pavers. This is your opportunity to recognize family, friends, a local business or memorable event. Each 6 x 9 inch brick paver is $75 and can fit up to 4 lines of text with 16 characters per line. Order forms are available at the Raritan Public library www.raritanlibrary.org |
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Paver examples |
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Article on the Story of the Restoration of the Frelinghuysen Mansion | |||
Back in 1968 The Frelinghuysen Mansion was in terrible condition and the Raritan Library was elsewhere. A chance encounter between Town Historian Don Esposito and Congressman Peter Frelinghuysen led to the Restoration of the mansion for use as a library Click to read that story. |
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For Sale at The Raritan Library | |||||
The Library has these beautiful John Basilone Coffee Mugs for sale at $10.00 each. Proceeds are donated to the Basilone Parade. |
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Did You Know ? | |||||
Children grades K-4 are welcome to come in with their parents every Monday and Tuesday from 3:30 to 5 PM. Miss Amy will walk around helping children and their parents with any homework questions you may have. Registration is not required. |
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