Share in the excitement of Lunar New Year with the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (SCLSNJ). The Montgomery branch has created an informative display featuring world language books, Asian cookbooks, and books written by Asian authors from numerous cultures, including: China, Vietnam, South Korea, and Malaysia, and created a unique take-home craft to encourage celebrations.
“SCLSNJ is fortunate to serve as a gateway to many different cultural exploration opportunities through services, collections, programs, and displays that celebrate diversity and promote inclusivity,” said Manny Miracle, adult services supervisor. “I am so proud to work with a team that relishes finding new ways to connect with our communities and dedicate their considerable talents and efforts to helping customers spark curiosity.”
Explore a few librarian-recommended reads:
- “The Hundred Secret Senses” by Amy Tan
- “Naked Earth” by Ailing Zhang
- “American Born Chinese” by Gene Luen Yang
- “Three Tigers, One Mountain: A Journey Through the Bitter History and Current Conflicts of China, Korea, and Japan” by Michael Booth
- “Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother” by Amy Chua
- “Soy Sauce For Beginners” by Kirstin Chen
- “Black Water Sister” by Zen Cho
- “The Sympathizer” by Viet Thanh Nguyen
Have you read all these books already? SCLSNJ expert librarians are available to help you discover even more book recommendations by emailing ask@sclibnj.org. Additionally, to further celebrate Lunar New Year, the branch will be hosting a Japanese Tea Ceremony on January 28 at 2 p.m. Registration is requested: https://sclsnj.libnet.info/event/7080082.
The Montgomery branch is located at 100 Community Drive in Skillman. For questions, call (908) 458-8430 or email montgomery@sclibnj.org. To discover all SCLSNJ has to offer, visit SCLSNJ.org or connect with SCLSNJ on Facebook, Twitter, or YouTube.