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Page to Screen 2022

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Page to Screen 2022: Theatrical Releases

Check out the book before you head to the movie theater!

Operation Mincemeat

by Ben Macintyre

Physical Book

Starring Colin Firth & Matthew MacFadyen

Deep Water

by Patricia Highsmith

Physical Book

Deep Water (2022) - Filmaffinity

Starring Ben Affleck & Ana de Armas

Redeeming Love

by Francine Rivers

Physical Book

Starring Abigail Cowen & Tom Lewis

The Tiger Rising

by Kate DiCamillo

Physical Book

Starring Dennis Quaid & Queen Latifah

The Black Phone

by Joe Hill

Starring Mason Thames & Ethan Hawke

The Amazing Maurice

by Terry Pratchett

Physical Book

Starring Hugh Laurie & Emilia Clarke

Death on the Nile

by Agatha Christie

Physical Book

Starring Gal Gadot & Kenneth Branagh

Mothering Sunday

by Graham Swift

Physical Book

Starring Olivia Coleman & Colin Firth

Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris

by Paul Gallico

Mrs Harris Goes to Paris & Mrs Harris Goes to New York: Paul Gallico: 9781408808566: Amazon.com: Books

Starring Lesley Manville & Isabelle Huppert

The Bad Guys

by Aaron Blabey

Physical Book

Starring Sam Rockwell & Awkwafina

Where the Crawdads Sing

by Delia Owens

Physical Book

book jacket

Starring Daisy Edgar Jones & Taylor John Smith

Bullet Train

by Kotaro Isaka

Physical Book

Starring Sandra Bullock & Brad Pitt

Salem’s Lot

by Stephen King

Physical Book

Starring Alfre Woodard & William Sadler

White Bird

by R.J. Palacio

Physical Book

book jacket

Starring Gillian Anderson & Helen Mirren

Killers of the Flower Moon

by David Grann

Physical Book

Starring Leonardo DiCaprio & Jesse Plemons

Lyle Lyle Crocodile

by Bernard Waber

Physical Book

Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile (2022) - IMDb

Starring Garret Dillahunt & David Strathairn

She Said

by Jodi Kantor & Megan Twohy

Physical Book

Starring Zoe Kazan & Carey Mulligan

Dark Harvest

by Norman Partridge

Physical Book

Starring Elizabeth Reaser & Luke Kirby

The Nightingale

by Kristin Hannah

Physical Book

Starring Dakota Fanning & Elle Fanning

The School for Good and Evil

by Soman Chainani

Physical Book

book jacket

Starring Charlize Theron & Kerry Washington

The Stars at Noon

by Denis Johnson

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Starring Joe Alwyn & Margaret Qualley

The Wonder

by Emma Donoghue

Physical Book

The Wonder: Netflix shares first look at Florence Pugh film

Starring Florence Pugh & Ciaran Hinds

The Storied Life of AJ Fikry

by Gabrielle Zivan

Physical Book

book jacket

Starring Kunal Nayyar & Christina Hendricks

Mr. Malcolm’s List

by Suzanne Allain

Physical Book

Mr Malcom's List' News, Premiere Date - Sam Heughan Joins Cast of a New Period Drama

Starring Ashley Park & Theo James

The Lost Girls

by Laurie Fox

Physical Book

Starring Vanessa Redgrave & Iain Glen

The Good Nurse

by Charles Graeber

Physical Book

book jacket

Starring Jessica Chastain & Eddie Redmayne

 

Flood Update

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On Wednesday morning, the library experienced flooding from a leaking hot water pipe fitting. This flooding caused extensive damage in the old library entrance (now an emergency exit/staff door) and the elevator hallway where the Friends of Tredyffrin Public Library store donated books, where the ceiling opened and water penetrated through much of those materials. There is also extensive damage to the sheetrock, lighting, and drop ceilings throughout that whole area.

We are grateful to the Township Head of Public Works for his immediate response and assistance shutting the library’s water off and working to mitigate the damage as fast as possible. The Township is also assisting us with the claim process.
Also on Wednesday, Servpro removed wet materials, vacuumed out the water, removed damaged sheetrock, ceiling tiles and light fixtures, and set up fans throughout the affected area. A dumpster remains in the parking lot to hold damaged materials. As of today, some fans were able to be removed but some will remain through the weekend.
Electricians shut off power Wednesday morning to allow for assessment of damage to light fixtures and shorting. Electricians will return to the building on Tuesday to assess and hopefully restore power. Many lights were damaged and shorted and will require replacement.
We had to temporarily and partially disable the sprinkler and fire detection systems to prevent false alarms that could trigger if there was water in the ceiling.
It is currently unsafe for the public to access the Tredyffrin Public Library building because of the lack of electricity, fire and sprinkler detection systems, the multiple fans, and the debris. We hope to reopen the building sometime next week. Until we can do so, our librarians are providing contactless pick up, and virtual programs continue for all ages. We have requested that patrons not use our book drops, and directed all to Paoli Library, which is undamaged and open.
Again, we thank you for your support of the library and hope you are safe and dry after these challenging storms. Should you have any questions, please reach out to me here.
Sincerely,
Library Director

Tredyffrin Public Library Closed

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Due to flooding in our building, Tredyffrin Public Library is closed to the public for at least Wednesday, September 1 & Thursday, September 2, 2021.

In an effort to minimize damage to library materials, please return your items to another Chester County library instead of using the TPL book drops.

Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available.

Update 08.18.2021

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From the Township Manager:

“Following the recommendations from the CDC during the time of the spread of COVID-19 Delta variant, and to protect the health of our employees as well as the general public, beginning Wednesday August 18, 2021, Tredyffrin Township requires that masks be worn by everyone entering and while inside any Township facilities including the Township Libraries.

Those who do not comply will be asked to leave the building. Thank you for your understanding & your willingness to keep our unvaccinated children visitors safe!

Arbo-READ-um 2021

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Arbo-READ-um: Molding our Community

We’re excited to announce our first Arbo-READ-um series, in partnership with Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens. We will be exploring fungi & more with Doug Bierend’s book In Search of Mycotopia during three events.

Arbo-READ-um Kickoff

Wednesday, June 23, 6 pm at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens
Join other readers to discuss your anticipation of Doug Bierend’s In Search of Mycotopia: Citizen Science, Fungi Fanatics & the Untapped Potential of Mushrooms & hear fungi facts from Jenkins staff.
The first 15 participants registered for this event will receive a free copy of In Search of Mycotopia. This is an outdoor event with an indoor inclement weather space – registration is limited.
Place a hold on Dog Bierend’s In Search of Mycotopia

The Varieties of the Mycological Experience with Author Doug Bierend

Thursday, July 15, 7 pm via Zoom
Around the country, growing numbers of people are discovering the many wonders & possibilities posed by fungi. But beyond providing food, medicine, sustainable materials, innovative remediation techniques & enchanted forest outings, the under-examined kingdom of fungi also offer unexpected opportunities to reconsider how we connect with nature & with one another. Get introduced to a diverse community of citizen scientists, basement cultivators, independent entrepreneurs, communitarian naturalists, artists, tinkerers & others who are working to foster fungal fellowship & hopes for a more reciprocal, sustainable world.
Free of charge; registration is required through Jenkins Eventbrite. A link & viewing instructions sent after completed registration.

Arbo-READ-um Final Discussion & Tour

Thursday, July 29, 6 pm at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens
Join other readers for a talk and a walk! Engage with library staff in a final discussion of Doug Bierend’s In Search of Mycotopia: Citizen Science, Fungi Fanatics & the Untapped Potential of Mushrooms. Enjoy a fungi-focused tour of the grounds with Jenkins’ Hort staff.
Please note, this is an outdoor event with an indoor inclement weather space – registration is limited.

Extended Hours

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News about Paoli Library Hours

Beginning Tuesday, May 25, Paoli Library will be open for both browsing & contactless pickup on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday. Our new hours are:

Tuesday & Thursday: 10 am – 5 pm

Saturday: 10 am – 2 pm

No reservations are required for browsing. Due to our small space, we will limit the number of people in the building at any one time to allow for social distancing.

News about Tredyffrin Public Library Hours

Beginning Tuesday, June 1, the library will be open for use during the following hours:

Monday – Thursday, 10 am – 5 pm

Friday & Saturday, 10 am – 2 pm

Contactless pickup available Monday – Thursday, 5 pm – 7 pm.

The forty-five minute limit on visits will be lifted at this time. Computer use will return to pre-COVID allowances.

News about Masks

For the forseeable future, the libraries still require masks to be worn over the mouth & nose for the duration of your visit, even if you are fully vaccinated.

We are happy to provide you with a mask. Thank you for keeping our youngest patrons protected.

Novel Tea Event

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Novel Tea Event with author Riley Sager

We are excited to announce the sale of tickets for this special virtual event.

 

Enjoy an evening with thriller novelist Riley Sager, author of Survive the Night and The Final Girls. This event will be moderated by Jeffery Deaver, #1 international bestselling author.

Important Dates:

• Ticket sales go live: Tuesday, May 11th – ends: Friday, June 18th
• Early Bird Special: begins Tuesday, May 11th – ends, May 25th
• Pick up of signed books and tea packages: the week of June 28th before the event

Speakers:

• Featured author: Riley Sager
• Moderator: International bestselling author Jeffrey Deaver, author of The Bone Collector, and the Lincoln Rhyme Series

Ticket Options:

• $35.00 Basic Ticket: program and signed copy of Survive the Night.
• $55.00 Tea Ticket: Program, signed copy of Survive the Night, tea, library mug, and cookies to enjoy during the program.

Registration:

Register Online: https://bit.ly/NovelTeaRileySager

FAQs:

  • How does this event support the library?
    •  Ticket proceeds go to your local library. When purchasing a ticket, buyers will have to select which library they want their ticket proceeds to support.
  • What is the early bird special?
    • Purchase a Tea Ticket at any point from Tuesday, May 11th to Tuesday, May 25th. In purchasing a ticket in that time period, guest will be entered into a cash raffle.
  • How and when do I get my signed copy of Survive the Night?
    • Further communication regarding pick up of Tea ticket/basic ticket items, which includes a signed novel, will be provided closer to the event. Attendees will be asked to pick up their materials between June 28- to July 1 at the Library they selected to have their ticket proceeds support.
  • How do I view the virtual event?
    • We have partnered with Reads & Company Bookshop who has donated their streaming platform for this event to take place. Login instructions will be listed in the event program. Event programs will be included in the Tea Ticket/Basic Ticket. An email will also be sent out prior to the event with login instructions.

Further question, please contact:
Chris Porcelli at cporcelli@ccls.org
Nicole Richards at nrichards@ccls.org

Vote on May 18th

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Don’t Forget to Vote

Vote, Election, Politics, GovernmentOn this election day:
 
1) Republicans and Democrats will select nominees for vacancies on the Supreme, Superior and Commonwealth courts;
 
2) Citizens will vote on 4 statewide ballot questions with proposed changes to Pennsylvania Constitution;
 
3) Several local elections (including County Common Pleas Judge, Magisterial District Judge 15-1-02, Treasurer, Controller, Clerk of Courts, and Coroner) will be held in Chester County. 
 
For more information visit Vote411
May 3 is the last day to register before the primary!
May 11 is the last day to apply for a mail-in or civilian absentee ballot!