Middletown Library Celebrates 100 Years, Opens 1971 Time Capsule

MIDDLETOWN, NJ — This June, the Middletown Township Public Library will celebrate its 100-year anniversary, as the beloved local institution was founded in June 1921.

And to celebrate, on June 2 the Middletown Library will unveil a time capsule that was buried at the library in 1971. Library staff will also bury a new one to be opened in fifty years. There will also be ice cream, crafts and events for children.

The contents of the time capsule will be revealed to the public at 4 p.m. June 2. The community is invited. An old-fashioned ice cream truck will hand out free ice cream to the first 100 attendees.

Kids will also be able to travel through an obstacle course called “Middletown Public Library Birthday Celebration” and take home a “Dear Future Me” DIY time capsule box.

Kids can also visit craft tables, explore a virtual museum and enjoy a special story in the Story Walk.

“This is a very special year for our library,” said Heather Andolsen, director of the Middletown Township Public Library. “For our centennial, we want to look back at where we started while we also appreciate how far the the Middletown Township Public Library has come in 100 years. This is a wonderful opportunity for us to learn about our past, celebrate our present and look ahead to our future.”

“The Middletown Township Public Library has been a staple in our community for decades, and a beacon of light during some difficult times,” said Mayor Tony Perry. “Celebrating 100 years, especially after the eventful year we have all experienced, is truly an accomplishment. I encourage our community to utilize our library’s diverse resources and join me in celebrating its rich history.”

The Middletown Township Public Library is located at 55 New Monmouth Road in Middletown.

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