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"The Mission of Jane" by Edith Wharton April 7 at 12pm in the Cafe No Registration required **Printed copies are available at the front desk** |
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Virtual Author Talk on the History of US Women Astronauts Thursday, Apr. 2, 2:00 PM
Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and expert on human spaceflight.
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Virtual Author Talk with Brad Taylor
Tuesday, Apr. 14, 7:00 pm
Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 (yes, you read that right!) of the bestselling Pike Logan series.
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Virtual Author Talk with Miranda Cowley Heller Wednesday, Apr. 22, 2:00 PM
Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new poetry collection, What the Deep Water Knows. Delicate, yet exceedingly raw, these poems will transport you as vividly as any work of fiction.
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Virtual Author Talk with Jason Reynolds
Online Thursday, Apr. 30, 7:00 pm
Join us in an online conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series. Following the immersive stories of Ghost, Lu, Patina, and Sunny, it’s finally time for Coach to shine in his own book as we discover: Who was Coach before he became an inspiring leader?
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Knitting with Eleanor Every Wednesday @ 11am
In-Person (No Registration Required) |
Meditation & Mindfulness |
Chair Yoga Every Friday @ 10:30am In-Person (No Registration Required) |
Canasta Every Monday 9:15 - 11:15am
No Registration Required |
Spanish Conversation Group New! Thursdays at 6pm No Registration Required |
**May Advance Notice "The Tenth Man" by Graham Greene** |
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Additional Library Programs |
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ESL - English as a Second Language Beginner A and B - Mondays @ 7:15 pm Intermediate - Tuesdays @10:30am No Registration Needed - Drop-In |
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MAHJONGG **FULL/CLOSED** Tuesdays from 12:30-3:30 pm Wednesdays from 12:30-3:30pm |
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Bridge Mondays from 11:30-4pm In person | Walk-in We are looking for new players. All skill levels welcome
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Bridge Lessons for Beginners with Chris Regan
Mondays @ 3pm There is a $10 fee which is paid to the instructor. The bridge tables are back up on Mondays at 11:30am for interested players. Informal format. The library has a limited supply of decks and experienced players are welcome to bring their own cards and supplies. If interested in attending the 2:30pm beginning learning session please call the instructor at 908-334-7885 |
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Drop in Computer Help Tuesdays 3-4pm |
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Sandy's Music Friday, April 17@ Noon Springtime themed selections from assorted musical genres.
In Person, no registration required |
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Introduction to Proposal Writing
April 1 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Are you new to grant proposal writing or want a quick refresher? This class will provide you with an overview of how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation, including: The basic elements of a grant proposal
The “do’s” and “don’ts” of writing and submitting a proposal
How to follow up whether the answer is yes or no
Visit our Funding Information Center webpage to learn more about the funding-related resources available through the New Jersey State Library.
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The Delaware River: An Immigrant History April 9 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Water played a practical role in the development of American societies. The availability of navigable waters affected settlement and migration patterns. The Delaware River basin is an ecosystem, a thorofare, a natural resource, and a dumping ground! The history of the Delaware River’s settlement and the diverse waves of migrations that peopled its shores, and the changes wrought by the leveling of forests, the conversion of wetlands to arable land, the capture of its fish and wildlife, and lastly its use as a source of safe drinking water and the dilution of wastes, speaks volumes about the challenges we face to keep it sustainable and a testimony to both its endurance and frailty. Please join us as retired research scientist Thomas Belton explores how the Delaware River both shaped and was shaped by the constant flux of travel and immigration through that waterway, particularly in the context of New Jersey’s history. |
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The First Indonesians in the Tri-State Area: A Hidden History of Migration & Survival April 21 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Did you know one of the first documented Indonesian families in the US lived in Elizabeth, NJ, before WWII? Award-winning author Brian Kimmel presents a fascinating “local history” edition of his memoir, Blue Skies, Troubled Waters. Through rare archival documents—including 1940s Newark newspaper clippings and unclassified military maps—Kimmel traces the journey of early migrants from the Dutch East Indies to the Tri-State area. He explores the complex identity of these “First Indonesians,” distinct from the post-war “Indo” wave. The presentation highlights the legacy of the 1925 Youth Pledge and Minahasan leaders like Sam Ratulangi (a cousin of the author’s grandmother), who helped forge a national Indonesian identity long before independence. This presentation unveils a hidden chapter of New Jersey history that connects local families to the global stage of WWII and the birth of a nation.
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Importance of Estate Planning: Preparing for the Inevitable April 28 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Estate planning is not something that many people consider until it is too late. A delay in planning can result in costly estate litigation, guardianship proceedings, Medicaid recovery and many unintended consequences for your loved ones if done incorrectly. Please join Adam Lipps, Senior Staff Attorney for Central Jersey Legal Services, Inc. as he will explore the necessary estate planning documents, including but not limited to, wills, living wills, power of attorneys and trusts. He will also explore valuable Medicaid planning tools such as the life estate deed. It is our hope that after this presentation you will be equipped with the important tools to prepare your estate planning and documents. |
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First-Time Homebuyer Information Session
April 30 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Buying a home for the first time can be overwhelming and filled with roadblocks. Questions like “Can I afford it”, “Where should I look”, and “Do I need a lawyer” can make the prospect of owning a home feel undesirable. However, the NJ Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency has a first-time homebuyer program to help. Please join us as Emerlee Simons, Leading Outreach and Marketing Coordinator for the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency, provides a step-by-step guide to applying for their first-time homebuyer program, which provides up to $22,000 of forgivable down payment assistance. Participants will leave the session with a clear understanding of the process and the confidence to take the next step toward homeownership with support from NJHMFA. |
Documentary Statue of Liberty (1985)(60 min.) Not Rated Tuesday, Apr. 7, 6:45 pm This outstanding documentary by Ken Burns tells the story of our country’s symbol of hope and refuge for generations of immigrants. The film examines the nature of liberty and the significance of the statue to Americans. Narrated by the late David McCullough |
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