| Join us this spring as we celebrate The Bard with movies you might (or might not have!) known were Shakespeare adaptations.
This week’s selection is Get Over It (2001) – In this teen comedy, a high school senior desperately tries to win back his ex-girlfriend by joining the school play she and her new boyfriend are performing in, against the advice of friends. Rated PG-13. This movie is based on A Midsummer Night’s Dream. If you’d like to read the play before watching, stop by Riverton Library to check out a copy. If not, just drop in to enjoy the movie. This program is presented by library staff on June 10th from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. |
Category Archives: Programs & Events
Preschool Story Time
Join us for fun stories, activities, and a craft! We focus on building early literacy skills such as recognition of the alphabet and written language, as well as oral language skills through rhymes or songs. Caregivers are encouraged to participate in the fun! Preschool Story Time is also a great place to socialize with other families and meet new friends.
This event will take place on Friday, May 30th from 11 to 11:30 am!
Audience: Kids, Babies & Toddlers
Type: Storytime
Spring into Shakespeare: Scotland, PA
Join us this spring as we celebrate The Bard with movies you might (or might not have!) known were Shakespeare adaptations.
This week’s selection is Scotland, PA (2001) – This black comedy retelling of Macbeth is set against the backdrop of a fast food restaurant in the early 70s in rural Pennsylvania. Joe McBeth is an unambitious hamburger stand employee driven to success by his scheming wife. Rated R.
This movie is based on Macbeth. If you’d like to read the play before watching, stop by Riverton Library to check out a copy. If not, just drop in to enjoy the movie!
This movie showing will take place on Tuesday, May 27th from 6 to 8 pm!
Audience: Adult
Type: Film & TV
Ask the Master Gardeners
Do you have a lawn or garden question? Come and ask the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Burlington County! If possible, bring a sample or take pictures of the issue. Please place all samples in a sealable plastic bag or container.
Please note some questions may not be able to be answered at the time of your visit. They may require further research by the Rutgers Cooperative Extension of the Burlington County Office staff.
The Master Gardeners will be available on the following dates from 2–4 PM:
- Riverton Library – May 27
- Riverton Library – August 26
Audience: Family
Type: Nature
Anime Night
A casual gathering for new and seasoned anime fans. This month, we will be watching the first episodes of 4-5 different anime and picking which series to continue watching in future meetings.
This anime viewing will take place on Wednesday, May 21st from 6 to 8 pm!
Audience: Adult
Type: Film & TV