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LIBRARY From Previous Page TEEN PROGRAMS Unique Creatures NJ Thursday, Sep. 20, 4-5 p.m. Mobile Sewing with Ellen Brown Tuesdays, Oct. 16 & Nov. 20; Monday, Dec. 10, 4-6 p.m. Anti-Bullying Lecture with Mark Walters Saturday, Oct. 27, 1-2 p.m. Paint & Sip (Iced Tea) 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 8 & Friday, Nov. 9, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children checked out Englewood’s new fire truck in front of City Hall in July at the “Meet the New Fire Truck” event hosted by the city manager and fire chief. Signs highlight environmental history The Englewood Environmental History Trail consists of 15 historical marker signs which share the city’s fascinating environ- mental history. Some signs explain the physical processes that created Englewood’s environment, such as the “Seven Sisters” (the slopes and flat areas on Palisade Avenue). Others showcase how people used local resources, including sandstones and shales quarried for the facades of “brownstone buildings.” Lastly, some of the signs capture aspects of the city’s social history — the old ice pond, the “Englewood Canal,” and the Northern Railroad. The project was developed by long-time Englewood resident Dr. Michael J. Passow, a 48-year career Science Educator and member of the Englewood Environmental Commission. The project also received support from ANJEC (Association of NJ Environmental Commis- sions), the City of Englewood, and the Englewood Historical Society. For more information, or to contact Dr. Passow about giving a pres- entation to your school or community group, visit www.cityofengle- wood.org/environmentaltrail. Expanded veterinary services available The Englewood Department of Health has entered into an agree- ment with Englewood Veterinary Center (EVC), 25 South Van Brunt St., to provide veterinary services to residents of Englewood effective Sept. 1, 2018. The service provides free rabies vaccinations for dogs and cats either at EVC. You can still receive free rabies shot for your pet at the Health Department’s annual rabies clinic, which is normally held on the last Saturday in February. The agreement with EVC allows resi- dents the flexibility of when to get their dog or cat vaccinated against rabies. Residents who wish to visit EVC must make an appointment by calling 201-266-5558 or emailing [email protected]. Vouchers are available at the Englewood Veterinary Center, at the Health Department or at City Hall. As is our usual practice, specific information regarding the annual rabies clinic will be distributed to pet owners with license renewal reminders. Look for this at the end of December or beginning of Janu- ary. CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS The Dinosaur Show with Dina the Dino Wednesday, Sep. 19, 2 p.m. (ages 5 & up) Dinosaur Facts, singing, dancing and of course magic! Spider Stories, Activities & Crafts Wednesday, Oct. 17, 4:30 p.m. (ages 4 – 8) Listen to spider stories, do spider sensory activities, and make your own unique spider to take home. Harry Potter Extravaganza Sunday, Oct. 28, Time TBD (ages 9 & up) (Registration required) Each child will feel transported to Hogwarts as he or she will wear the Sorting Hat and take part in crafts, potion-making, divinations class, refreshments, games (including trivia) and more! ONGOING CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS Playtime Mondays, Sep. 10, 17 & 24; Oct. 1 & 15; Nov. 5, 12, 19 & 26; Dec. 3, 10 & 17 Thursdays, Sep. 13, 20 & 27; Oct. 4, 11 & 18; Nov. 8, 15 & 29; Dec. 6, 13 & 20, 10 a.m. (ages infant – 3) An informal, hour-long, drop-in program featuring free play with toys provided by the library, followed by a 15-minute singing-time led by one of the children’s librarians. Makerspace Mondays Mondays, Nov. 4, 11, 18 & 25, 4:45 p.m. (ages 7 & up) From snap circuits to egg-drops, we’ll explore basic science concepts and have activities focused on different STEAM themes each week. Toddler Tales Tuesdays, Oct. 9, 16, 23 & 30, 6:15 p.m. (ages 27 mos. – 4 ½) Age-appropriate stories, songs, rhymes & a theme-related craft. Preschool Storytime Fridays, Sep. 14, 21 & 28; Oct. 5, 12 & 19; Nov. 9, 16 & 30; Dec. 7, 14 & 21, 10:30 a.m. (ages 3 – 6) Theme-related stories and crafts for children who can sit and listen for 15 - 20 minutes. Drop-in & Draw! Wednesdays, Nov. 7, 14, & 28; Dec. dates TBD, 4:30 p.m. (ages 10 – 14) Art classes run by DMHS/ Academies @Englewood/National Art Honor Society. Englewood Public Library is located at 31 Engle St. and may be reached at 201-568-2215. For a full calendar of events, visit englewoodlibrary.org. MyEnglewood SEPTEMBER 2018 5