Library News & Updates

LIBRARY CLOSED! SUNDAY, JANUARY 19, 2025
The New Milford Public Library is CLOSED today due to the impending weather. Stay Warm & Safe!

LIBRARY CLOSED! MONDAY, JANUARY 20, 2025
The New Milford Public Library is CLOSED on Monday, January 20, 2025 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

CONGRATULATIONS TERRIE MCCOLL!
Terrie McColl retired on December 31, 2024 after 19 years as the outstanding Director of the New Milford Public Library. Terrie oversaw the renovation of several areas of the library including a wall mural in the children’s room and a new circulation desk. She was instrumental in establishing the Sculpture Garden and drafted plans for a new Local History Room, which has not yet been completed. Terrie served as President of the New Jersey Public Library Association and the Bergen County Cooperative Library System (BCCLS). She has served on numerous committees as well. Terrie is beloved by the Library trustees, patrons, staff and the public. She will be missed. About her career, Terrie says, “My whole library career, which has spanned more than forty years, has been driven by my commitment to making libraries the best they can be for the community they serve.”.

WELCOME STEPHANIE ELSTRO!
Stephanie Elstro became the new New Milford Public Library Director on January 1, 2025 replacing the wonderful Terrie McColl, who retired after 19 years as Director. Stephanie was the Director of the Palisades Park Library and before that she was a librarian in Brooklyn, NY. Stephanie is the co-chair of the BCCLS Technology Committee. Fun fact: Stephanie has a Master’s degree in Poetry! Stephanie looks forward to continuing to keep the New Milford Public Library “a vibrant hub for learning, connection and creativity.”

DECEMBER HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Monday, December 23: Early Closing @ 2pm
Tuesday & Wednesday, December 25 & 25: LIBRARY CLOSED
Saturday & Sunday, December 28 & 29: LIBRARY CLOSED
Tuesday, December 31: Early Closing @ 2pm
Wednesday, January 1: LIBRARY CLOSED

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
Wednesday, November 27: Early Closing @ 5pm
Thursday & Friday, November 28 and 29: Library Closed
Saturday, November 30: Library Open 10am – 2pm
Sunday, December 1: Library Open 1pm – 5pm

LIBRARY CLOSED! MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2024
The New Milford Public Library is CLOSED on Monday, November 11, 2024 in observance of Veterans Day.

EARLY CLOSING! TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The New Milford Public Library will CLOSE at 6pm on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

LIBRARY CLOSED: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2024
The New Milford Public Library is CLOSED for library business on Sunday, October 27, 2024.
We will be hosting a special concert performed by the All Seasons Chamber Players at 2pm on that day. We hope you’ll join us.

VOTING INFORMATION
The New Milford Public Library is no longer a polling location.
Voting districts 8 and 9 (formerly at the library) now vote at Berkley School, 812 Berkley Street, New Milford, NJ.
For complete voting information, please visit: newmilfordnj.gov/page/voting-information-resources

RE-SCHEDULED! READ TO OSCAR THE DOG
The Monday, October 28 program at 4:15pm is re-scheduled for Tuesday, November 19 at 6pm. E-mail Shannon O’Brien at: childrens@newmilford.bccls.org or call 201-262-1221 ext. 206 if you have questions.

WELCOME TEANECK PUBLIC LIBRARY!
Welcome Teaneck patrons to the New Milford Public Library! We extend a warm invitation to explore our library while your beloved Teaneck library undergoes some exciting renovations. A big welcome to the fantastic team from the Teaneck Public Library who have temporarily relocated to NMPL. We are thrilled to have you with us!