Fall @ Dowdell
Press Release
SOUTH AMBOY — The Dowdell Library will celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month from September through mid-October. This year they are showcasing Hispanic and Latino art. Stop in anytime during the month to create a paper flower craft and help us decorate the Frida Kahlo mural. 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 October Exhibition will feature local artist Ashleigh Heyder. Ashleigh is a 20 year old artist who finds liberation from the neuro-typical world thought her art. She enjoys creating things with her hands, painting, and making jewelry and is continuously exploring art with new media. Stop by the Dowdell Library to view Ashleigh’s work or for more information you can visit her website at ashelighheyder.com
Invest more time into yourself! The Dowdell Library offers free virtual classes through the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. Classes include Virtual Guided Imagery Relaxation Sessions, Tips to Help You Prevent Digestive Problems, Stretching and Flexibility workshops, and many more! You must be pre-registered. For more information or to pre-register, please email Susan.capolongo@rwjbh.org or kathleen.johnson@rwjbh.org. Find details about each session on Dowdell.org.
The Dowdell Library proudly supports local businesses and will host a Business Fair in December. Register your business to attend the fair online at Dowdell.org or in person. Registration is only $25.00 per table. Enjoy a fun holiday shopping opportunity!
Coming up in October: Fire Prevention Week is October 4. The Video game challenge also continues in October, and there will be a Halloween costume party on. Continue checking Dowdell.org for the lasted information, dates, and times.
The Library’s expanded Fall Hours are 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.
