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         Library Weekly Newsletter | Date:
        April 30, 2023 
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        The
        Livingston Public Library, the heart of our vibrant town, fosters
        community engagement, connects people with ideas and each other, and
        makes Livingston a better place to live and work. 
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          A Message from the
          Director
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        Discover the Joys of Backyard Birding |  
  
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           Livingston
          Library Community,  
          Did
          you know that your backyard is home to wonderful native wildlife? On
          Monday, May 1st, at 7pm, the Livingston Library invites you to join us
          in the Library’s program room for a lecture on The Joys of Backyard
          Birding.  
          During
          this lecture you will learn both how to identify and how to feed the
          birds that pay your backyard a visit. You will also learn what
          feeders and food combinations work the best to attract specific bird
          types to your yard such as cardinals, blue jays, chickadees and more!
          Physical examples of feeders and feeder setups will also be displayed
          during this informative talk. All are welcome and registration is not
          required for this Friends Funded event.  
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             A
            world of possibilities to explore. Free for all Livingston
            cardholders. 
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          Upcoming Events This Week
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             Planning
            For Retirement ("Be Money Wise" Series) 
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             Financial
            literacy is vital no matter what stage of life you are in. This
            program series called "Be Money Wise" presents 3
            financial education programs in collaboration with M&T Bank of
            Livingston's Money Mentor program. Planning For Retirement is the
            second program in the series. 
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             Little
            Listeners Storytime Afternoons (Ages 2-5) 
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             Parents,
            caregivers, and children ages 2-5 years old enjoy stories and songs
            based on the theme of the day. Parents and caregivers of children
            attending programs Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old
            need to remain with their children at all times. 
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          Wednesday,
          May 10 | 7pm Do
          you enjoy cooking, sharing ideas, and kitchen tips, while enjoying
          great food? Join the Livingston Public Library's Cookbook Club!   
          
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          Thursday,
          May 11 | 11amEnjoy
          reading and discussing a “thriller” novel with like-minded friends.
          Hot tea will be served at the meeting.   
          
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          Friday,
          May 12 | 12:30pmJoin
          Let's Talk About Books, a monthly book club that is currently meeting
          via Zoom.   
          
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          Monday,
          May 15 | 7pmCan't
          get enough of the true crime genre? Looking for something to do after
          binging shows.  
          
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          Wednesday,
          June 14 | 7pmAre
          you an avid reader looking to discuss contemporary fiction, trending
          titles, and popular authors?  
          
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               Casual Conversation Groups 
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               English
              Language Learners will enjoy casual conversations with a
              volunteer facilitator and one other student for one hour a week.
              Topics will include current events, hobbies, and general interest
              subjects. If interested in becoming a volunteer facilitator? 
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             Invest in Our Planet: Reads for Earth Day 2023  
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             This
            year marks the 53rd anniversary of the birth of the modern
            environmental movement, commemorated annually as Earth Day. The
            theme for Earth Day 2023 is "Invest in Our Planet," which
            highlights the importance of dedicating our time, resources, and
            energy to solving the climate crisis whether it be by planting... 
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             Earth
            Day: Inspiring Tales to Save Our Planet  
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             Earth
            Day, first celebrated in 1970, is a day when we honor our planet
            and remind ourselves of the importance of protecting and healing it
            now and for all the generations to come. Here is a selection of
            children's and young adult books that share powerful messages about
            saving our... 
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             Enjoy
            National Brunch Month  
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             If
            you wake up too late for breakfast, but it's too early for lunch,
            then it's time for Brunch. Did you know that brunch, America's
            favorite culinary ritual (popular not just on Sunday mornings), has
            its own holiday? April is National Brunch Month! Whether you have a
            special occasion to... 
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