Madeline Storytime Coming Soon

John Bemelmans Marciano, grandson of the original author of the beloved Children's Madeline books, has continued the series with Madeline at the White House, his new book that follows his earlier Madeline and the Cats of Rome. At this parent-and-child event, a benefit for the Library, staged by The Friends of CDPL, John will read from his two books and recount some of Madeline's long and colorful history. $10 per adult, $5 per child; admission pay at the door. Please register in advance by calling the Library.

SIGN UP FOR WINTER & SPRING PROGRAMS

The New Year is fast upon us and the Clarence Dillon Public Library is offering a new variety of programs in 2011. The first Sunday concert will be the very popular Lukens Trio on January 16, 2011 at 2pm. The Lukens Piano/Violin/Cello returns to our library with a rich and beautiful Romantic Era program. Don't miss some of the finest chamber music around! There is a $5 admission charge which is payable at the door. Please register by calling the library at 908-234-2325 or by email at ref@dillonlibrary.org or in person at the circulation desk.

Madeline Story Time

John Bemelmans Marciano, grandson of the original author of the beloved children's "Madeline" books, has continued the series with "Madeline at the White House," his new book, that follows his earlier "Madeline and the Cats of Rome." At this parent and child event on Sunday, January 30 at 10:30 a.m., a Benefit for the library staged by The Friends of CDPL, John will read from his two books and recount some of Madeline's long and colorful history.

Admission will be $10 per adult, $5 per child to be paid at the door. Please register by calling the library at 908-234-2325 x107.

THE GENIUS OF ALFRED HITCHCOCK

What makes Alfred Hitchcock’s movies so suspenseful and engrossing? Chris Messineo, independent movie director and producer, and head of the NJ Film School, will speak on the films of Alfred Hitchcock on Sunday, December 5, 2010. He will offer insight, anecdotes, and extensive film footage from Rear Window, Psycho, North by Northwest, and The Birds. The program will begin at 2:00 pm.

The program will take place in the downstairs meeting rooms of the library. Admission is $5.00 which is payable at the door. Registration is required. Please register by calling the library at 908-234-2325 or by email ref@dillonlibrary.org or in person at the circulation desk.

The library will also offer a free screening of the film Rear Window on Tuesday, December 7, 2010 at 6:45 pm as part of its Tuesday Night at the Movies Classic Film Series. No registration is required.

The Clarence Dillon Public Library (http://www.clarencedillonpl.org/) is located at 2336 Lamington Road in Bedminster, New Jersey.

Holiday Craft

Irene Mortko, the library's long-standing visiting crafter, will again offer a holiday craft for children ages 6 and up on Saturday, December 4th at 10:30 a.m. Children will paint wooden holiday stencils to be enjoyed by their families for the holidays. Registration for this special event is necessary -- please call the Library at 908-234-2325 x107 to reserve your spot.

GETTYSBURG LECTURE BY BILL CHEMERKA

Charismatic History Channel commentator Bill Chemerka will present a program on the Battle of Gettysburg on Sunday, November 7, 2010 at the Clarence Dillon Public Library. He will discuss this epic Civil War battle with precise period detail and a full discussion of events preceding and following the struggle. The program will begin at 2:00 pm.

The program will take place in the downstairs meeting rooms of the library. Admission is $5.00 which is payable at the door. Registration is required. Please register by calling the library at 908-234-2325 or by email ref@dillonlibrary.org or in person at the circulation desk.

The Clarence Dillon Public Library (http://www.clarencedillonpl.org/) is located at 2336 Lamington Road in Bedminster, New Jersey.

Upcoming Fall Children's Events

Come to the Children's Growing Garden on Saturday, October 30, at 1:15 p.m. to learn about the Chippewa Tribe's traditions, people and artifacts. Chippewa Bob will share native American and animal artifacts, including sculpture, beadwork and flutes and relay how the Chippewa people connect through nature and spirit.

On Friday, November 5 at 3:45 p.m., Loren Spiotta-DiMare, Children's Author, will visit the library to give an introductory talk about her love for animals and how she became an author while highlighting some of her children's books. She will also read Madeline's Miracle and answer questions from attendees.

Registration for both events is recommended by contacting the library at 908-234-2325 x107.