Press Release
SOUTH AMBOY – The Dowdell Library would like to thank everyone who participated in the many summer events! Everyone had so much fun creating, exploring, laughing, and of course, reading! In between all the excitement, the library has been busy planning the September calendar, and think you are going to love the events coming up!
September is National Library Card Sign-up month! Have you lost or misplaced your card? No worries! You can swing by the library all month and have it replaced for FREE! Your account needs to be in good standing with no overdue or missing books and no outstanding fines. You will also need proof of South Amboy residency: a valid driver’s license or utility bill. Never got a card, just stop in anytime!
This September marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks on the nation. The Dowdell Library is honored to receive and display the poster exhibition “September 11, 2001: The Day That Changed The World.” The poster exhibition is curated by the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, and it includes a series of 14 posters. The display depicts the events of September 11, 2001, the immediate aftermath of the attacks and the nine-month recovery period, and the ongoing repercussions of 9/11 to this day. Archival imagery, artifact photography, and individual stories accompany the explanatory text to give visitors a deeper understanding of a critical moment in modern American history. This poster exhibition has been made possible in part by the National Endowment for the Humanities.
The Dowdell Library is also hosting a special event to commemorate the 20th anniversary of 9/11. Are you, or do you know, a First Responder involved with the 9/11 attacks who would be willing to share their story during the live event? If so, please get in touch with the library at 732-721-6060 or email us at comments@dowdell.org. From September 7-10, patrons may bring their children in to make a first responders’ badge craft.
The library will celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month in September. This year we are showcasing Hispanic and Latino culture and art. Stop in anytime during the month to create a paper flower craft and help us decorate the Frida Kahlo mural in the library. On Monday, 9/27, at 6:30 pm, join us in celebrating Hispanic music, arts, and culture during our open house event. Mrs. Marcia Mercado will be presenting a bilingual storytime with music and a craft. There will be music, Paletas- Mexican popsicles, dominoes and you can enter to win the door prize!
The library will be closed on September 6 in observation of Labor Day. Information about all the monthly programs is posted on our website Dowdell.org and shared on our social media pages. Sign up for our monthly newsletter on our website and have all the program information sent directly to your email! Expanded Fall Hours: Monday 10 am – 8 pm, Tuesday & Thursday 12 pm – 8 pm, Wednesday & Friday 10 am – 5 pm, and Saturday 12-4 pm.
Comments, queries, compliments? Please visit www.dowdell.org, or contact the Library at 732-721-6060 or comments@dowdell.org. The library is located off John O’Leary Blvd, adjacent to South Amboy Middle High School.
