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About UsMission StatementThe Monroe Township Public Library strives to establish an environment in which learning and personal growth are encouraged, nurtured and supported by:
Monroe Township is a sprawling, suburban/semi-rural community in the southernmost part of Middlesex County, NJ. Its significant demographic characteristic is the presence of two large distinct populations: young families with pre-school and school age children, and older adults, most of whom live in the six pre-retirement and retirement communities located in the Township. Approximately 15,000 of the Township’s 30,000 residents live in these adult communities. A large majority of them are over 60 years of age and most moved to Monroe from the Greater Metropolitan New York Area following retirement. The older adults bring to the Township a richness of personal histories, educational backgrounds, career and professional experiences, interests and talents. This highly educated population challenge the Library to maintain and expand upon its collection and services to meet their diverse needs and interests. Prior
to 1989, Monroe residents had no public library. Library users paid
for service from neighboring libraries. On April 1, 1989, the Monroe
Township Public Library became a reality. Housed in 4,000 sq. ft.
on the lower level of the Municipal Building, with a collection
of 10,000 books and some videos, it soon outgrew this location.
A free standing building was built on the current site of the Library
and the community took part in moving in October 1997. The current
building is 20,000 sq. ft. with an addition in the planning stages
to double that size. The Monroe Township Public Library is a vibrant, well-used facility providing a high level of service to all community residents. The Library and staff enjoy the support of Township residents, and administrative and financial support from municipal officials. A highly dedicated, skilled staff enables the Library to provide a level of personalized service that is unavailable at many other libraries of comparable size.
Frequently Asked Questions1. Where is the Library located? 3. How do I get a library card? 4. Using the Library catalog from home:
5. When is the Bookmobile coming to my neighborhood? 6.
For how long can I borrow a book, video, or book 8. Where can I find a schedule of children's story hours? 9. What programs are scheduled at the Library? 10. Can I check out my own materials? 11. Where can I find a list of Monroe Township Municipal phone numbers? If
you have any additional questions, please contact the
Question 2. When is the Library open? Answer: Monday
9:30 AM - 9 PM
Question 10. Can I check out my own materials?
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A Library Card: Borrowing Materials From Other Libraries Open Borrowing Monroe Township Public Library is part of a consortium called M.U.R.A.L. which is an abbreviation for Middlesex Union Reciprocal Associated Libraries. M.U.R.A.L. patrons may borrow from any of the participating libraries listed below; please call for any borrowing restrictions.
Open Borrowing Monroe Township residents with a valid library card are also entitled to an "Open Borrowing" library card. These patrons are eligible to borrow materials in person from public libraries of BCCLS, LMxAC, M.A.I.N. and PALS. Patrons are free to visit any library participating in Open Borrowing and borrow materials according to the policies of the library they are visiting. For a list of participating libraries or additional information contact the Monroe Township Public Library at (732) 521-5000 ext. 111. Visit http://www.openborrowing.org/ to learn more about this valuable service.
PoliciesNote: The following files are in Adobe Acrobat format. You must download Adobe Acrobat Reader to access these files.Circulation Policy Collection Development Policy Confidentiality Policy Exhibit Policy Meeting Room Policy and Application Policy on Acceptable Behavior Reference Policy Technology Policy Unattended Children Policy Use of Library Space Policy Department Managers
Administrative Staff
Board of Trustees
Board of Trustees Meetings take place the third Monday of each month in the Library meeting room. Starting time for all meetings is 6:30 P.M. unless otherwise noted. Please call the Library to verify meetings have not been changed or cancelled. PROPOSED LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEE MEETINGS 2008
ALL MEETINGS START AT 6:30 PM January 14 (Martin Luther King’s Birthday January 21) February 11 (Presidents Day February 18) March 17 April 21 May 19 June 16 July 21 August 18 September 15 October 20 November 17 December 15
Donation OpportunitiesNote: This brochure is in PDF format. You must have the Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer to view this file. Download Reader Here
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