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New Renaissance Art Association NJ exhibit during May and June

The New Renaissance Art Association NJ Inc, in association with the Montville Twp Public Library is exhibiting drawings at the Library by students of Xiaqiang Dong during the months of May and June.

There will be a reception ceremony in the Pio Costa Auditorium on Thursday, May 22st at 4:30pm.

Montville Twp Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board Holds 1st meeting May 15

Montville Twp Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board, a sort of Student Council for the Library, will be having its first meeting on Thursday, May 15 at 3:30 in the Library Conference Room in the Pio Costa Auditorium. Any high school student who wants to put in a few hours a month can join the Advisory Board, and at the meeting will be discussing the role of the Teen Advisory Board and answering questions about programs, books, videos, music and other resources at the Library for teens. The possibility of electing officers later in the year is also on the agenda. If you’re interested in serving on the Board, please call Mr. Rizio at 973-402-0900 ext 222 or email at ronaldrizio@optonline.net. Refreshments will be served.

May 15 - Caregiver Education Event on Managing the Cost of Long Term Care

The Chelsea at Montville will hold a Caregiver Education Event entitled “Managing the Cost of Long Term Care: Five Ideas to Save $100,000” on Thursday, May 15 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. Session is being held by Thomas M. Murphy, Lawyer, Member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys.  This session will include a review of VA Benefits, NJ Waiver Programs, use of IRA monies, and tips of the structure of finances. RSVP by calling 973-403-1100.

Montville Library posts May-June Schedule

MAY-JUNE SCHEDULE

Beautiful Birds - Nature photographer Doug Giddell presents a slide show starring our feathered friends. Wed. May 7, 7 PM

Mary Todd and Abraham Lincoln - Civil War lecturer Glen LeBeouf talks about the relationship between our greatest President and his wife. Wed., May 14 at 7 PM.

Father-Son bookclub at Montville Library

Montville Twp Public Library is planning a Father Son Book Club Group. The group would be targeted at young adults grades 6-8 and 9-12 and their fathers. If there is enough interest in a Father Son Club for younger children, we could plan for that age group as well.

The first title for the Young Adult/Father & Son Book Club is tentatively Mysterious Island by Jules Verne. Part of the 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea series, this lesser known book is thought by many to better than the signature title.

The first meeting will be in April at 7 PM on a date to be determined.

If you are interested, please register with Ron Rizio at 973-402-0900 ext 222 or stop by the program coordinator/teen librarian’s office 9 AM-5 AM Mon-Fri or 1 PM-9PM on Wednesdays.

USS New York christened

Thousands of people, including families of those who died in the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks, gathered Saturday for an at-times chilling and rallying service to christen a Navy ship built with twisted steel from the ruins of the World Trade Center.

The hulking grey USS New York, which abruptly rose from the horizon, bore a seal on the bow bearing 7.5 tons of steel from the site. The shield included two gray bars to symoblize the Twin Towers; a banner over that declared "Never Forget."  See New York Sun.

Montville animal shelter arranges another adoption

Two abandoned Rottweilers find home with Holland Twp. couple - Abbott and Costello have found a new home. The 2-year-old male Rottweiler mix dogs were brought to the Montville Animal Shelter in July after their owner claimed she found them abandoned near Tourne Park in Boonton Township.

Nearly eight months later, the dogs -- named for the vaudevillian duo by shelter workers for their goofy antics -- have been adopted by a young couple in Hunterdon County. Gail Strumph, the township's animal control officer, said the new owners read of the plight of the pooches in the Daily Record in late January and inquired about adopting them.  Shelter workers had hoped to find a single home for both animals and were thrilled by the couple's interest.  See Daily Record.

Many thanks to Animal Control Officer Gail Strumph and assistant animal control officer Sandy Burkhart!!

Randi Bennett earns SRES Certification

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ATTENTION ALL BOOKLOVERS!

IF YOU HAVE BOOKS YOU NO LONGER NEED OR WANT, YOU CAN HELP HOMELESS PETS BY DONATING  THEM TO MONTVILLE PET PARENTS.

Please just drop your books off at Montville Public Library, Lincoln Park Public Library, Mountain Lakes Public Library or Holmes Public Library in Boonton. All of these towns are served by the Animal Shelter and their libraries have joined forces with us to help our homeless pets.

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Boiling Springs Savings opens new branch in Lake Hiawatha

Boiling Springs Savings Bank’s new office at 66 N. Beverwyck Road, Lake Hiawatha, joins 15 other locations in Bergen, Essex, Passaic and Morris counties. Known as the home of better banking, Boiling Springs has served its communities proudly since 1939, with roots that go back to the 1870s. Boiling Springs takes pride in providing customers the friendly, personal attention they deserve. Dedicated to maintaining local roots, local management and local values, Boiling Springs offers a wide variety of products, competitive rates and minimal fees. To learn more, go to www.bssbank.com or visit the Lake Hiawatha branch, 973-257-8882.