Director's Corner
Discover What the Library Has to Offer
Throughout the year library employees often hear our customers say “I didn’t know the library did that!” or “I didn’t know the library had that!” My answer to those exclamations is to invite all our residents to come see what your library can do for you. The benchmark for truly great libraries is that they keep changing alongside their customers. The East Brunswick Public Library has always prided itself on listening to our customers and responding to their requests. Did you know that 50% of our book collections are purchased from customer requests? The library staff knows that this library belongs to our residents and we take pride in constantly reevaluating our services to make sure they reflect the community’s needs. As we enter a new calendar year, I invite all our residents to come visit your library to update your computer skills, attend a workshop, be entert
ained, look for a new career, start a hobby or just be surprised by all that we can do for you!
MaryEllen Firestone
Library Director
Attention Job Seekers
What Jobs are In Demand?
Are you unemployed and unsure of what you would like to do next? Or are you just looking to make a career change? Attend this FREE seminar to find the hot jobs in New Jersey! Using information from multiple sources, the free presentation will review the current job market in this region; what research is telling us about the future job market; and how to use transferable skills you already have to fill the needs of the employers for your next job. Presented by: Jane Z. Brady, Director Middlesex County Office of Workforce Development & Workforce Investment Board, this seminar will get your job search pointed in the right direction. This event is FREE. However, pre-registration is required. Call 732-390-6782 or email brc@ebpl.org to register.
Tuesday, January 8 • 10–11:30 a.m.
Three-part series focuses on improving interviewing skills
Move a step closer to getting the career you want by learning how to make the right first impression. The Business Resource Center@The East Brunswick Public Library will hold a three-part interview training series in January for job seekers. The seminars will be presented by Lisa Panarello, founder & president of Careers Advance. Each course is $25 and space is limited. Register by calling 732-390-6782 or email dmcauley@ebpl.org.
Preparing for the sale
Hundreds of job seekers are competing for that one job. Learn strategies on how to prepare for interviews, market your brand effectively, and set yourself apart from the competition.
Tuesday, January 8 • 7–8:30 p.m.
Managing the Conversation
Tennis-match interviews are boring: they ask, you answer; they ask, you answer. Learn how to engage in dynamic dialogue, use appropriate body language, close meetings and lead interviews to the next step.
Tuesday, January 15 • 7–8:30 p.m.
Negotiating to the finish line
Salary and benefits are only part of a compensation package. Learn how to define your requirements, evaluate an offer, discuss terms, wage a counter offer, and make a decision that's right for you.
Tuesday, January 22 • 7–8:30 p.m.
Move a step closer to getting the career you want by learning how to make the right first impression. The Business Resource Center@The East Brunswick Public Library will hold a three-part interview training series in January for job seekers. The seminars will be presented by Lisa Panarello, founder & president of Careers Advance. Each course is $25 and space is limited. Register by calling 732-390-6782 or email dmcauley@ebpl.org.
Preparing for the sale
Hundreds of job seekers are competing for that one job. Learn strategies on how to prepare for interviews, market your brand effectively, and set yourself apart from the competition.
Tuesday, January 8 • 7–8:30 p.m.
Managing the Conversation
Tennis-match interviews are boring: they ask, you answer; they ask, you answer. Learn how to engage in dynamic dialogue, use appropriate body language, close meetings and lead interviews to the next step.
Tuesday, January 15 • 7–8:30 p.m.
Negotiating to the finish line
Salary and benefits are only part of a compensation package. Learn how to define your requirements, evaluate an offer, discuss terms, wage a counter offer, and make a decision that's right for you.
Tuesday, January 22 • 7–8:30 p.m.
Adult Programs
Book Discussion Group: The Language of Flowers
Thursday, January 3 • 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Travel and Travel Writing Beyond the Clichés: In search of the perfect travel moment in France
Monday, January 14 • 7 p.m.
Sponsored by the E.B. Arts Commission and The Friends of The Librar y
The clichés of Paris and of France are indeed wonderful, but the most rewarding travels are those in which the traveler develops a personal connection with the destination. Using insights, experiences and humorous anecdotes from his work as a travel writer in France for more than 20 years, Gary Lee Kraut reveals how travel and travel writing are enriched by seeking those connections and by the surprises found along the way. FREE.
Making the Most of Your Hearing: hearing loss and hearing aids
Monday, January 28 • 7 p.m.
Sponsored by The Library's Just for the Health of It initiative
Regina Criscione, Sc.D, CCC-A, will offer information on hearing loss, hearing aids and other devices to help people hear better. Dr. Criscione is an audiologist with the JFK Outpatient Center at Monroe and specializes in helping seniors overcome their listening difficulties. She received her Master’s Degree from Columbia University and her Doctorate from Montclair State University. FREE.
OperaTalk with Joanna Barouch: Falstaff
Monday, January 28 • 7 p.m.
Sponsored by the E.B. Arts Commission and The Friends of The Library
An aging roué tries to inveigle beautiful young married women into his clutches, but it's really their husbands' money he desires. Even though it sounds like today's news, Shakespeare thought of it first! Guiseppe Verdi thought it would make a great opera plot, and his Falstaff premiered in 1893. Afterward, explore The Library's extensive collection of Opera and discovered its beauty yourself. FREE.
The Arts Commission is offering discounted tickets for the Feb. 3 matinee of Falstaff at the Nicholas Music Center at Rutgers University. For tickets/info, call or email Bunny Gittleman at 732-257-5583 or Bunny2@comcast.net.
Meditation with Jeff Kaspin
Mondays at 5:30 • January 7, 14, 28
Do you need to de-stress? Or perhaps you would like to escape your hectic life for a little "quiet time"? The meditation group will provide a serene space for like-minded people to meditate together during volunteer-led sessions. FREE.
English Conversation Classes
Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. • January 8, 15, 22, 29
Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. • January 10, 17, 24, 31
Thursday, January 3 • 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.
E-Device Drop-in Session
So I got this new gadget…now what?
Thursday, January 10 • 6–8 p.m.
The holidays have come and gone, and you are now the proud owner of a Kindle, Nook, i-Pad or other e-reader or tablet device. Now what? Let librarians and The Library’s Geek League help you get started… from basic set-up to navigational tools to accessing e-books. Bring your questions and your e-devices to The Library! FREE.
Please note that non-wi-fi devices generally need software pre-installed on your computer…please bring your laptop as well. For information please call Adult Services, (732) 390-6772.
So I got this new gadget…now what?
Thursday, January 10 • 6–8 p.m.
The holidays have come and gone, and you are now the proud owner of a Kindle, Nook, i-Pad or other e-reader or tablet device. Now what? Let librarians and The Library’s Geek League help you get started… from basic set-up to navigational tools to accessing e-books. Bring your questions and your e-devices to The Library! FREE.
Please note that non-wi-fi devices generally need software pre-installed on your computer…please bring your laptop as well. For information please call Adult Services, (732) 390-6772.
Travel and Travel Writing Beyond the Clichés: In search of the perfect travel moment in France
Monday, January 14 • 7 p.m.
Sponsored by the E.B. Arts Commission and The Friends of The Librar y
The clichés of Paris and of France are indeed wonderful, but the most rewarding travels are those in which the traveler develops a personal connection with the destination. Using insights, experiences and humorous anecdotes from his work as a travel writer in France for more than 20 years, Gary Lee Kraut reveals how travel and travel writing are enriched by seeking those connections and by the surprises found along the way. FREE.
Making the Most of Your Hearing: hearing loss and hearing aids
Monday, January 28 • 7 p.m.
Sponsored by The Library's Just for the Health of It initiative
Regina Criscione, Sc.D, CCC-A, will offer information on hearing loss, hearing aids and other devices to help people hear better. Dr. Criscione is an audiologist with the JFK Outpatient Center at Monroe and specializes in helping seniors overcome their listening difficulties. She received her Master’s Degree from Columbia University and her Doctorate from Montclair State University. FREE.
OperaTalk with Joanna Barouch: Falstaff
Monday, January 28 • 7 p.m.
Sponsored by the E.B. Arts Commission and The Friends of The Library
An aging roué tries to inveigle beautiful young married women into his clutches, but it's really their husbands' money he desires. Even though it sounds like today's news, Shakespeare thought of it first! Guiseppe Verdi thought it would make a great opera plot, and his Falstaff premiered in 1893. Afterward, explore The Library's extensive collection of Opera and discovered its beauty yourself. FREE.
The Arts Commission is offering discounted tickets for the Feb. 3 matinee of Falstaff at the Nicholas Music Center at Rutgers University. For tickets/info, call or email Bunny Gittleman at 732-257-5583 or Bunny2@comcast.net.
Meditation with Jeff Kaspin
Mondays at 5:30 • January 7, 14, 28
Do you need to de-stress? Or perhaps you would like to escape your hectic life for a little "quiet time"? The meditation group will provide a serene space for like-minded people to meditate together during volunteer-led sessions. FREE.
English Conversation Classes
Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. • January 8, 15, 22, 29
Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. • January 10, 17, 24, 31
Film Festival
Popular Film Festival
Hope Springs
USA-2012-100 minutes-PG-13
A skeptical husband and his long-suffering wife attend a couple’s retreat to try to save their marriage in this poignant comedy starring Meryl Streep, Tommy Lee Jones and Steve Carrell. FREE.
Tuesday, January 8 • 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Hope Springs
USA-2012-100 minutes-PG-13
A skeptical husband and his long-suffering wife attend a couple’s retreat to try to save their marriage in this poignant comedy starring Meryl Streep, Tommy Lee Jones and Steve Carrell. FREE.
Tuesday, January 8 • 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Winter International Film Festival
Come see a film from India as part of the FUSION 2013 event.
Sponsored by the Indian Cultural Society, India Association of Garden State and The Library
Tuesday, January 29 • 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Computer Courses
Sign up now for the East Brunswick Public Library’s latest computer class offerings. Classes are two hours long and limited to 12 students per class. Classes for January include courses on QuickBooks and Microsoft Word, Excel, and PC Literacy, as well as the new “Great Web Tools for Your Digital Photos.” Get advice on digital photo management and storage and an overview of the best websites for online photo editing. This is a great resource for people who are new to digital cameras or who never dealt properly with the photos before.
- Excel Basics Thursday, Jan. 3 • 7 p.m.
- Introduction to Microsoft Word Saturday, Jan. 5 • 9:30 a.m.
- MS Word II Tuesday, Jan. 8 • 7 p.m.
- PC Literacy I Wednesday, Jan. 9 • 2 p.m.
- QuickBooks, Level I Saturday, Jan. 12 • 9:30 a.m.
- Digital Photos Tuesday , Jan. 15 • 7 p.m.
- Excel II Thursday, Jan. 17 • 7 p.m.
- MS Word III , Saturday, Jan. 19 • 9:30 a.m.
- Introduction to PowerPoint Tuesday, Jan. 22 • 7 p.m.
- PC Literacy II Wednesday, Jan. 23 • 2 p.m.
- Excel III Thursday, Jan. 24 • 7 p.m.
- QuickBooks, Level II Saturday, Jan. 26 • 9:30 a.m.
- MS Word IV Tuesday, Jan. 29 • 7 p.m.
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Excel
IV
Thursday, Jan. 31 • 7 p.m.
Adult and Family Programs
Fusion 2013: India Republic Day
Sunday, January 27 • 2:30–4:30 p.m.
Sponsored by the Indian Cultural Society, India Association of Garden State and The Library
Explore the rich culture of India during the first of a three-part series on the country. Nikita Shah, a professional instructor, will guide you as you learn basic steps to Bollywood music. Light refreshments will be offered. Join in and be dazzled by one of the oldest cultures in the world. FREE.
For further information, please contact Viraga Adur at viraja.adur@gmail.com.
Sponsored by the Indian Cultural Society, India Association of Garden State and The Library
Explore the rich culture of India during the first of a three-part series on the country. Nikita Shah, a professional instructor, will guide you as you learn basic steps to Bollywood music. Light refreshments will be offered. Join in and be dazzled by one of the oldest cultures in the world. FREE.
For further information, please contact Viraga Adur at viraja.adur@gmail.com.
Friends of the Library News
Friends Membership Drive
The East Brunswick Friends of The Library is having a month-long membership drive starting Jan 1. The Friends has been an enthusiastic and generous supporter of the library for over thirty years, providing funds beyond the capabilities of the budgets and a wide range of terrific programming. The Friends have sponsored wonderful programs such as the International Film Festival, the annual Bargain Book Sale, the puppetry festival, Defensive Driving classes, teen programs, music and so much more. If you love the Library, then this is a great way to become more involved. Membership fees are tax deductible. For more information or to sign up, click HERE.
Friends Magazine Sale
If you missed an issue of your favorite magazine then head to The Library and see if you can buy it there. We’ll have magazines that cover science, entertainment, teens, adults, cooking and a lot more, so if you’re looking for a good read and an even better bargain, then pick up a bundle of 6–12 magazines for $3.
Thursday, January 10 – Sunday, January 13
The East Brunswick Friends of The Library is having a month-long membership drive starting Jan 1. The Friends has been an enthusiastic and generous supporter of the library for over thirty years, providing funds beyond the capabilities of the budgets and a wide range of terrific programming. The Friends have sponsored wonderful programs such as the International Film Festival, the annual Bargain Book Sale, the puppetry festival, Defensive Driving classes, teen programs, music and so much more. If you love the Library, then this is a great way to become more involved. Membership fees are tax deductible. For more information or to sign up, click HERE.
Friends Magazine Sale
If you missed an issue of your favorite magazine then head to The Library and see if you can buy it there. We’ll have magazines that cover science, entertainment, teens, adults, cooking and a lot more, so if you’re looking for a good read and an even better bargain, then pick up a bundle of 6–12 magazines for $3.
Thursday, January 10 – Sunday, January 13
Exhibits
On Exhibit:
The Friends of The Library
On Display: E.B. Women’s Club
On Display: E.B. Women’s Club
PROGRAMS FOR KIDS, TEENS AND FAMILIES
For more information, call the Youth Services Department at 732-390-6789 or visit
www.ebpl.org/kids
. Many programs made possible with support from the Friends of The Library.
The Library welcomes program participants at all skill or ability levels. If you need alternative accommodations for your child or teen, please call Youth Services at 732-390-6789.
Annual Puppetry Festival (Coming in February!)
Friend’s Annual Phyllis Noar Puppetry Festival
*** = Purchase tickets ($4.00 each) beginning Monday, January 14.
Friends of The Library members will be seated first at each show with ticket.
Please note the age requirements for each show. They will be strictly enforced.
***Goldilocks and the Three Bears (Presented by Wonderspark Puppets)
Sunday, February 10 • 2 p.m. or 3 p.m.
For families with children ages 2–6 years. Lots of laughter and sing-alongs in this well-known fairy tale about one little girl, three bears, finding friends and learning responsibility. Purchase tickets ($4.00 each) beginning Monday, January 14.
***The Reluctant Dragon (Presented by Lionheart Puppets)
Sunday, February 24 • 2 p.m.
For families with children ages 4–11 years. What happens when Harold, a young village boy, discovers a dragon in the mountains? Can he convince the villagers that the dragon just wants to be friends? Based on the story by Kenneth Grahame.
Sunday, February 10 • 2 p.m. or 3 p.m.
For families with children ages 2–6 years. Lots of laughter and sing-alongs in this well-known fairy tale about one little girl, three bears, finding friends and learning responsibility. Purchase tickets ($4.00 each) beginning Monday, January 14.
***The Reluctant Dragon (Presented by Lionheart Puppets)
Sunday, February 24 • 2 p.m.
For families with children ages 4–11 years. What happens when Harold, a young village boy, discovers a dragon in the mountains? Can he convince the villagers that the dragon just wants to be friends? Based on the story by Kenneth Grahame.
Special Events
Preschool Daycare Fair
Thursday, January 31 • 10 a.m.
Meet representatives from local daycare centers and preschools and hear what they have to offer your child.
Souper-Bowl Sunday Party (Coming in February!)
Sunday, February 3 • 2 a.m.
Ages 4 & up with an adult. Make stone soup and have fun before the big game! Wear your favorite football jersey, if you have one. Bring a can of soup for our local food pantry, too.
Thursday, January 31 • 10 a.m.
Meet representatives from local daycare centers and preschools and hear what they have to offer your child.
Souper-Bowl Sunday Party (Coming in February!)
Sunday, February 3 • 2 a.m.
Ages 4 & up with an adult. Make stone soup and have fun before the big game! Wear your favorite football jersey, if you have one. Bring a can of soup for our local food pantry, too.
Storytime
January 3, 8, 12, 18, 23, 29 • 10:15 a.m.
A nursery rhyme program for children ages birth to age 2 with an adult.
Mommy, Daddy & Me
Thursday, January 31 • 7 p.m.
An evening storytime for ages 2 & up with an adult.
Reading: Get Ready!
Friday, January 25 • 10:30 a.m.
Stories, songs and early literacy activities for children ages 2 & up with an adult.
Weekend Wanderings
Saturday, January 26 • 10 a.m.
A weekend storytime for children ages 2 & up with an adult after nap time.
Words & Motion
Friday, January 4 • 10:15 a.m.
Ages 2–5 with an adult. Stories, movement and fun for ages 2 and up with an adult. Learn some yoga!
Mommy, Daddy & Me
Thursday, January 31 • 7 p.m.
An evening storytime for ages 2 & up with an adult.
Reading: Get Ready!
Friday, January 25 • 10:30 a.m.
Stories, songs and early literacy activities for children ages 2 & up with an adult.
Weekend Wanderings
Saturday, January 26 • 10 a.m.
A weekend storytime for children ages 2 & up with an adult after nap time.
Words & Motion
Friday, January 4 • 10:15 a.m.
Ages 2–5 with an adult. Stories, movement and fun for ages 2 and up with an adult. Learn some yoga!
Toddlers/Preschool
*Tale Time & Crafts
Monday, January 14 • 10:30 a.m.— Register beginning January 1.
**Baking ‘N’ Books
Saturday, January 5 • 10 a.m.
Ages 4 & up with an adult. Make something good to eat and hear delicious stories. Limited Tickets! Show us your EBPL card 15 minutes before the program begins to receive your free ticket.
**STEM Tots
Thursday, January 17 • 10:30 a.m.
Ages 3–5 with an adult. Experiment with science and math concepts with your preschooler. Limited Tickets! Show us your EBPL card 15 minutes before the program begins to receive your free ticket.
Cinema & Stories
Wednesday, January 30 • 10:30 a.m.
Ages 2 & up with an adult. Short, animated films based on children’s books and a story.
Crafty Creations
Wednesday, January 9 • 10 a.m.
Ages 2 & up with an adult. Drop in to make a quick, beautiful, not-too-messy craft.
DUPLO Fun Time (New!)
Friday, January 11 • 10:15 a.m.
Ages 2–5 with an adult. Drop in for some fun. Listen to music and build and play with The Library’s DUPLOS.
Monday, January 14 • 10:30 a.m.— Register beginning January 1.
Monday, January 14 • 1:30 p.m.— Register beginning January 1.
A fun story-and-craft program for children ages 2–5 accompanied by an adult.
**Baking ‘N’ Books
Saturday, January 5 • 10 a.m.
Ages 4 & up with an adult. Make something good to eat and hear delicious stories. Limited Tickets! Show us your EBPL card 15 minutes before the program begins to receive your free ticket.
**STEM Tots
Thursday, January 17 • 10:30 a.m.
Ages 3–5 with an adult. Experiment with science and math concepts with your preschooler. Limited Tickets! Show us your EBPL card 15 minutes before the program begins to receive your free ticket.
Cinema & Stories
Wednesday, January 30 • 10:30 a.m.
Ages 2 & up with an adult. Short, animated films based on children’s books and a story.
Crafty Creations
Wednesday, January 9 • 10 a.m.
Ages 2 & up with an adult. Drop in to make a quick, beautiful, not-too-messy craft.
DUPLO Fun Time (New!)
Friday, January 11 • 10:15 a.m.
Ages 2–5 with an adult. Drop in for some fun. Listen to music and build and play with The Library’s DUPLOS.
School Age
**Science Scene: Experiments with Candy
Thursday, January 10 • 6:30 p.m. (Grades K–1) or 7:30 p.m.(Grades 2–5)
Experiment with different science topics each month. Limited tickets! Show us your EBPL card 15 minutes before the program begins to receive your free ticket.
Book Bingo
Sunday, January 27 • 2 p.m.
For all readers. Can you get all of the book characters in a row? Come try! Prizes for winners!
Book Brigade
Thursday, January 24 • 7 p.m.
Grades 4–7. Join this book discussion group. This month’s title will be announced.
Chess Club
Sunday, January 6 • 1:30–3 p.m.
For all ages. Children, teens and adults are invited to play this mind-sharpening game.
Kid Arcade
Saturday, January 26 • 2–4 p.m.
Grades 3 & up. Come play with The Library’s Wii and PS3…we’ll even break out the DDR!
Duct Tape Designs (New!)
Monday, January 14 • 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Grades 3 & up. Create something cool with Duct Tape and show off your design skills at this crafting program. Drop by after school!
Kraft Korner
Wednesday, January 23 • 4 p.m.
Grades K–3. Drop in to make a cool craft.
**iPads, iPods and Apps
Saturday, January 19 • 10 a.m.
Grades 2-5 with an adult. Find new ways to use these devices! Limited tickets! Show us your EBPL card 15 minutes before the program begins to receive your free ticket.
LEGO Engineering
Sunday, January 13 • 2 p.m.
Grades K & up. Come and play with The Library’s collection of LEGO and K’NEX. You do not have to bring your own.
Reading Games
Saturday, January 19 (Reading) • 2 p.m.
Grades 2–4. Use games and activities to have fun and improve skills.
Yu-Gi-Oh!
Sunday, January 20 • 1–3 p.m.
For children & teens. Bring your own cards and mats; no Japanese or fake cards.
Thursday, January 10 • 6:30 p.m. (Grades K–1) or 7:30 p.m.(Grades 2–5)
Experiment with different science topics each month. Limited tickets! Show us your EBPL card 15 minutes before the program begins to receive your free ticket.
Book Bingo
Sunday, January 27 • 2 p.m.
For all readers. Can you get all of the book characters in a row? Come try! Prizes for winners!
Book Brigade
Thursday, January 24 • 7 p.m.
Grades 4–7. Join this book discussion group. This month’s title will be announced.
Chess Club
Sunday, January 6 • 1:30–3 p.m.
For all ages. Children, teens and adults are invited to play this mind-sharpening game.
Kid Arcade
Saturday, January 26 • 2–4 p.m.
Grades 3 & up. Come play with The Library’s Wii and PS3…we’ll even break out the DDR!
Duct Tape Designs (New!)
Monday, January 14 • 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Grades 3 & up. Create something cool with Duct Tape and show off your design skills at this crafting program. Drop by after school!
Kraft Korner
Wednesday, January 23 • 4 p.m.
Grades K–3. Drop in to make a cool craft.
**iPads, iPods and Apps
Saturday, January 19 • 10 a.m.
Grades 2-5 with an adult. Find new ways to use these devices! Limited tickets! Show us your EBPL card 15 minutes before the program begins to receive your free ticket.
LEGO Engineering
Sunday, January 13 • 2 p.m.
Grades K & up. Come and play with The Library’s collection of LEGO and K’NEX. You do not have to bring your own.
Reading Games
Saturday, January 19 (Reading) • 2 p.m.
Grades 2–4. Use games and activities to have fun and improve skills.
Yu-Gi-Oh!
Sunday, January 20 • 1–3 p.m.
For children & teens. Bring your own cards and mats; no Japanese or fake cards.
Teens & Tweens
Teen Action Group
Monday, January 7 • 7 p.m.
Grades 7–12. Have a say in The Library’s collection, help plan new programs and events and participate in creative activities. Earn community service hours for attending. Snacks!
Gamers Guild
Tuesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 • 6 p.m.
Grades 6–12. Play RPGs and CCGs such as Dungeons & Dragons and Magic The Gathering. Dice provided. Beginners welcome and lessons provided. Note that the second Tuesday of the month is devoted to Magic tournament play.
Inquisitive Book Club
Sunday, January 13 • 3:30 p.m. ( A Doll’s House by Henrik Ibsen)
Calling all 9th grade girls! Join this book discussion group led by local teen, Brooke.
Manga Club
Thursday, January 17 • 6 p.m.
Grades 6–12. Sample the latest anime and manga in The Library’s collection and play manga-related games. Snacks!
Psyched! Social Issues Discussion Group
Monday, January 28 • 7–8 p.m.
Grades 8–12. Come ready to discuss important issues facing teens today in an open and friendly environment. Attendees will be able to talk freely about their different views.
Monday, January 7 • 7 p.m.
Grades 7–12. Have a say in The Library’s collection, help plan new programs and events and participate in creative activities. Earn community service hours for attending. Snacks!
Gamers Guild
Tuesdays: January 8, 15, 22, 29 • 6 p.m.
Grades 6–12. Play RPGs and CCGs such as Dungeons & Dragons and Magic The Gathering. Dice provided. Beginners welcome and lessons provided. Note that the second Tuesday of the month is devoted to Magic tournament play.
Inquisitive Book Club
Sunday, January 13 • 3:30 p.m. ( A Doll’s House by Henrik Ibsen)
Calling all 9th grade girls! Join this book discussion group led by local teen, Brooke.
Manga Club
Thursday, January 17 • 6 p.m.
Grades 6–12. Sample the latest anime and manga in The Library’s collection and play manga-related games. Snacks!
Psyched! Social Issues Discussion Group
Monday, January 28 • 7–8 p.m.
Grades 8–12. Come ready to discuss important issues facing teens today in an open and friendly environment. Attendees will be able to talk freely about their different views.
For Adults
APP Time (New!)
Thursday, January 31 • 7:45 p.m.
Parents, want to do more with your Apple mobile device (iPad, iPhone, iPod touch)? Join us to learn and trade information about great apps to use with young children. Evening sessions!
Free Tech Coaching for Adults
Saturday, January 12 • 2–4 p.m.
Thursday, January 17 • 4–6 p.m.
Tuesday, January 22 • 6–8 p.m.
Bring your electronic toys (along with any manuals or cords), and let The Library’s “Geek League” show you how to use them. Our teen tech coaches can also help you with basic computer tasks, such as setting up an email account or creating a Facebook profile.
Preschool Parent Patter
Wednesday, January 16 • 10 a.m. (Topic to be announced)
A programming partnership with the MOMS Club of the East Brunswick Area for parents with their preschool children. Hear speakers, meet other parents!
Thursday, January 31 • 7:45 p.m.
Parents, want to do more with your Apple mobile device (iPad, iPhone, iPod touch)? Join us to learn and trade information about great apps to use with young children. Evening sessions!
Free Tech Coaching for Adults
Saturday, January 12 • 2–4 p.m.
Thursday, January 17 • 4–6 p.m.
Tuesday, January 22 • 6–8 p.m.
Bring your electronic toys (along with any manuals or cords), and let The Library’s “Geek League” show you how to use them. Our teen tech coaches can also help you with basic computer tasks, such as setting up an email account or creating a Facebook profile.
Preschool Parent Patter
Wednesday, January 16 • 10 a.m. (Topic to be announced)
A programming partnership with the MOMS Club of the East Brunswick Area for parents with their preschool children. Hear speakers, meet other parents!
Teen Volunteers Needed
Become a Teen Buddy (Grades 8 & up)
Time commitment: 1.5 hours per week for 10 weeks. Volunteer as a teen buddy in our Reading & Math Buddies program. You’d meet with your Kid Buddy once a week for an hour to work on improving skills. Email RMbuddies@ebpl.org to get started!
Join the Geek League (Grades 8–12)
Interested in teaching skills to tech-shy adults? Become a tech coach for The Library’s Geek League. Email teens@ebpl.org if interested.
Attend TAG meetings (Grades 7-12)
Come to our monthly Teen Action Group meetings. Have a say in The Library’s collection, help plan new programs and events and participate in creative activities. Look for “Teen Action Group” in the teen program listings for our meeting dates. No registration is required—just show up!
Time commitment: 1.5 hours per week for 10 weeks. Volunteer as a teen buddy in our Reading & Math Buddies program. You’d meet with your Kid Buddy once a week for an hour to work on improving skills. Email RMbuddies@ebpl.org to get started!
Join the Geek League (Grades 8–12)
Interested in teaching skills to tech-shy adults? Become a tech coach for The Library’s Geek League. Email teens@ebpl.org if interested.
Attend TAG meetings (Grades 7-12)
Come to our monthly Teen Action Group meetings. Have a say in The Library’s collection, help plan new programs and events and participate in creative activities. Look for “Teen Action Group” in the teen program listings for our meeting dates. No registration is required—just show up!
Youth Services Display Case
January:
Dinosaur figures from the collection of Greg Laszlo
February : American Girl Dolls from the collection of Kathryn Bartram
Do you have an interesting hobby or collection you would like to show to others? The Youth Services Department is looking for kids to exhibit their collections in our display case. Call 732-390-6789 for details.
February : American Girl Dolls from the collection of Kathryn Bartram
Do you have an interesting hobby or collection you would like to show to others? The Youth Services Department is looking for kids to exhibit their collections in our display case. Call 732-390-6789 for details.
In This Issue
- Attention Job Seekers
- Adult Programs
- Film Festival
- Computer Courses
- Adult and Family Programs
- Friends of the Library News
- Exhibits
- PROGRAMS FOR KIDS, TEENS AND FAMILIES
- Annual Puppetry Festival (Coming in February!)
- Special Events
- Storytime
- Toddlers/Preschool
- School Age
- Teens & Tweens
- For Adults
- Teen Volunteers Needed
- Youth Services Display Case