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June 19, 2015

Are you headed to the Warriors victory parade today? If the recent NBA playoffs have you fired up about basketball, add some of these books to your summer reading list (scroll down for options for older kids and adults, too): Picture books: Picture books and children’s non-fiction introduce the sport…
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This week at Montclair Library: June 15-21, 2015

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June 15, 2015

Tuesday, June 16, 2015 Second Annual Mystery Night @ the Montclair Library – 6:30-8:00pm Local author Steven Gore will talk about his latest Harlan Donnally novel, Night is the Hunter, and share writing advice for others who may be interested in pursuing a similar career in the crime genre. Books…
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This week at Montclair Library: June 8-14, 2015

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June 8, 2015

Tuesday, June 9, 2015 Lawyers in the Library – 6:00-8:00pm Free legal advice and referrals. Second Tuesday of each month. Register by phone starting one week in advance at 510-482-7810. Volunteer lawyer leaves before 7pm if no more people are present. Wednesday, June 10, 2015 PAWS to Read with BARK…
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Man of mystery

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June 6, 2015

Montclair Library’s Second Annual Mystery Night will be Tuesday, June 16th from 6:30-8:00pm. Local author Steven Gore will talk about his latest Harlan Donnally novel, Night is the Hunter, and share writing advice for others who may be interested in pursuing a similar career in the crime genre. In this…
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This week at Montclair Library: June 1-7, 2015

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June 1, 2015

Tuesday, June 2, 2015 Montclair Library Kids Book Club – 4:00pm Do you like to read and talk about books? Every month, we have a lively discussion about our selected book. Books are generally aimed at 4th-6th graders. Snacks will be provided! This months’ book: The Odyssey: A Graphic Novel…
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This week at Montclair Library: May 25-31, 2015

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May 25, 2015

Tuesday, May 26, 2015 LIBRARY CLOSED – Memorial Day Wednesday, May 27, 2015 PAWS to Read with BARK Therapy Dogs – 1:30pm Kids! Come practice reading to a gentle dog. Practice your reading skills, pet a dog and just have fun. Thursday, May 28, 2015 Toddler Storytime – 10:15-10:50am Songs,…
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UNBOUND Winners

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May 22, 2015

Drumroll, please…We’re proud to announce the winners in this year’s UNBOUND Book Art & Craft Contest! First place in the Adult category goes to Adriana Worley, who charmed the judges with her detailed “African Savanna: The Watering Hole.” Her miniature piñatas of a lion, a zebra, ostriches and elephants, made…
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This week at Montclair Library: May 18-24, 2015

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May 18, 2015

Tuesday, May 19, 2015 Ayelet Waldman – 6:30-8:00pm Meet Ayelet Waldman as she discusses her most recent novel, Love and Treasure, based on the infamous Hungarian Gold Train during World War II. Library Journal describes it as “A sensitive and heartbreaking portrayal of love, politics and family secrets.” Ms. Waldman…
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This week at Montclair Library: May 11-17, 2015

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May 11, 2015

Tuesday, May 12, 2015 Lawyers in the Library – 6:00-8:00pm Free legal advice and referrals. Second Tuesday of each month from 6 to 8 pm. Register by phone starting one week in advance at 510-482-7810. Volunteer lawyer leaves before 7pm if no more people are present. Wednesday, May 13, 2015…
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Meet Ayelet Waldman

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May 5, 2015

We’re thrilled that best-selling (and local) author Ayelet Waldman will be at the Montclair branch Tuesday, May 19th at 6:30pm to discuss her latest novel, Love & Treasure. Using the true history of the Hungarian Gold Train during the Second World War, she weaves a fascinating tale centering on the…
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