Middletown Township Public Library Invites Community to Take a Story Walk!

If you haven’t already, be sure to check out the MTPL's "Library Story Walk” and enjoy the story among the trees! The path begins behind the MTPL (55 New Monmouth Road) and meanders through the woods.

Middletown Township Public Library to Reopen Building to Public on Monday, July 6

The Middletown Township Public Library (MTPL) will open to the public with limited hours on Monday, July 6, following Governor Murphy’s announcement that libraries may reopen. The MTPL will be open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday. Curbside pickup will still continue Monday-Friday from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM and on Wednesdays from 11:00 AM-8:00 PM.

Patrons are required to wear a face covering in the library and for curbside delivery. The library will limit the capacity of patrons entering the building. Patrons will be asked to wait to enter the building and in separate areas of the library once inside if the capacity is met. Social distancing will be enforced throughout the building.

CLICK HERE TO READ THE PRESS RELEASE.

DCA Announces COVID-19 Emergency Rental
Assistance Program: Enrollment Begins Monday, 7/6

The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) will begin open enrollment for the COVID-19 Emergency Rental Assistance Program (CVERAP). It will provide temporary rental assistance to low and moderate income households that have had a substantial reduction in income or became unemployed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Enrollment begins Monday, July 6, 2020 at 9:00 AM until Friday, July 10, 2020 at 5:00 PM.

Click HERE for CVERAP income and eligibility requirements.

Featured Restaurant of the Week:

No Limits Cafe

This week, Mayor Tony Perry stopped by No Limits Cafe (418 Route 35) to support outdoor dining and had a chance to catch up with his friend Claire, who is a server at the cafe.

Mayor Perry had the delicious RallyCap sandwich (named in recognition of RallyCap Sports, an organization that provides sports programs for people with special needs). Please consider supporting this incredible Middletown business!

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THE MTPL TEEN SUMMER READING CHALLENGE HAS BEGUN!

CLICK THE PICTURE FOR MORE INFORMATION AS WELL AS OTHER OFFERINGS FOR TEENS THIS SUMMER INCLUDING A 6 WORD STORY CHALLENGE, A TEEN BOOK CLUB AND MORE!

The Middletown (Virtual) Arts Center Presents:

SIGN OF THE TIMES COMMUNITY ART EVENT

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JULY 24TH

Calling Artists of All Ages…Dust off your paint brushes, find those permanent markers, put your thinking caps on, get creative and participate in the Middletown Arts Center’s “Sign of the Times” public art event.

Proceeds from this event will help support arts programming in our community. A plastic lawn sign will be your blank canvas. The MAC is looking for the most artistic and creatively decorated signs! Everyone is encouraged to participate, regardless of age or ability. You can paint a picture, create a design, write an inspirational message or decorate it in any way you like using weather-proof materials. It’s all about the art and self-expression.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE.

Pool Chemicals: Necessary but Potentially Dangerous

A Message from the New Jersey Poison Information & Education System

Opening home swimming pools is often an exciting event as residents are anxious to kick off their shoes and jump into their summer tradition of cooling off in their backyard pools. Although poolside activities are a summer staple, they can come at a cost if you are not aware of potential dangers by the pool.

Before pool or hot tub water is safe to enjoy, it must be treated with chemicals to prevent algae, bacteria, viruses, parasites and other germs from contaminating the water. If the water is untreated, swimmers and hot tub users are at high risk for infections, illnesses and skin irritation also known as recreational water illnesses (RWIs). Such waterborne illnesses (swimmer’s ear, hot tub rash, respiratory infection, urinary tract infections, and diarrhea) are easily spread by swallowing, breathing in, or having contact with contaminated water. Exposure to these germs can result in serious illnesses, therefore if you are feeling sick it’s important to stay out of swimming areas and hot tubs.