What's Happening @ the Library
 
Welcome to our monthly newsletter.  We wanted to provide an update on how to access our services.   We are allowing patrons to reserve our study rooms (up to 3 days in advance) and we have tables out for use.   To reserve a study room visit: https://southplainfield.librarycalendar.com/reserve-room .Our hours are as follows:  Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 10am-8pm, Friday 10am-6pm, Saturdays 9am-5pm and Sundays 1pm-5pm. 
The Library will be closed Saturday May 25-Monday May 27 in observance of Memorial Day

If we don't have what you're looking for, you can go to our online catalog and search for what you're looking for and place it on hold from one of the libraries in our system and one of them will send it to us.  All items can be picked up Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10:00 AM to 8 PM, Friday 10:00 AM to 6 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM and Sunday 1 PM to 5 PM. Staff will contact you when your items are ready to be picked up. 

The 24th Hour by James Patterson Camino Ghosts by John Grisham
You Like It Darker by Stephen King Think Twice by Harlan Coben
Mind Games by Nora Roberts One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware
Summers at the Saint by Mary Kay Andrews The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren
Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan The Guncle Abroad
Long Island by Colm Toibin I Will Ruin You by Linwood Barclay
The Instruments of Darkness by John Connolly The Situation Room by George Stephanopoulous

Southern Man by Greg Iles

 The Last to Pie by Misha Popp
Very Bad Company by Emma Rosenblum What This Comedian Said Will Shock You by Bill Maher
 

If you would like to put any of these books on hold, please visit our 

library catalog and log into your account with your library barcode and PIN number

 
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May is National Barbeque Month

National Barbecue Month in May encourages us to break out our special recipes and get some mouthwatering deliciousness started.

Whether you prefer charcoal, wood, or gas, barbecuing is fundamentally a slow cooking method over indirect heat. While the type of protein and seasonings vary, each part of the country specializes in their own flavors and sauces. From sweet to spicy, techniques range from region to region and state to state. Even the way a place smokes their barbecue can be considered unique!

Pork is the original barbecue meat, but beef, chicken, lamb, and other proteins find their way into barbecue. Some of the best side dishes associated with this time-honored cuisine are coleslaw, macaroni & cheese, and baked beans.

Other things happening in May:

National Orange Juice Day is May 4
On May 4th National Orange Juice Day recognizes America’s most popular breakfast drink. Orange juice holds a large margin over second-place apple juice, too. People have been waking up to a glass of orange juice for many years and enjoying the health benefits it gives them. Enjoy a nice cold glass of orange juice with your breakfast. Which do you prefer – extra pulp or no pulp versions? It can also be used in sweet and savory dishes. 
 
Chocolate Chip Day is May 15

Whether eaten by the handful, or baked into cookies and other desserts, chocolate chips make life a little sweeter. Celebrate Chocolate Chip Day by trying out a new recipe that uses chocolate chips.  The first thing to do is remember that Chocolate Chip Day isn’t just about cookies, it’s about all the things you can include chocolate chips in! Pancakes, muffins, pudding, ice cream, granola bars, pies, these are just a few of the wonderful creations you can add them to. 

 
 
International Hamburger Day is May 28
There's nothing quite like a juicy burger piled high with all the fixings. Whether you prefer classic beef patties with American cheese, creative Italian-style burgers, or delicious meatless burgers, this is the day for kicking back and enjoying one for a meal. ​ 
 
 
Database of the Month
Universal Class offers free online non-credit courses for your personal enrichment. Courses are accessible 24/7 via the Internet, and are offered in a wide variety of subjects, including business, computers, baking, cooking, crafts & hobbies, do-it-yourself, health, home & garden, office skills, parenting & family, personal care, psychology, real estate, self-help, religious & spiritual studies, web development, writing, and more. You will have up to 6 months to finish each course, and each course has a real instructor you can communicate with by email! You will need a library card to access this resource.