The Joy of the Holidays, December 11

Join us at the Hillsborough Library for a program on The Joy of the Holidays, with Rick Busciglio. Celebrate the December holiday season of Christmas and Chanukah with international lecturer and master storyteller Rick Busciglio, who returns to present the story of the origins of our now traditional holiday customs.
Plus seasonal music of the 40's and 50's via original recordings of Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Rosemary Clooney and many more favorites. It will be a time for good cheer!

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Date and Time: Thursday, December 11, at 7:00 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Holiday Music, December 4

Join us at the Hillsborough Library's Evenings in the West Wing for Holiday Music, with harpist Jean Farnsworth.

When: Thursday, December 4, at 7:00 pm.
Where: Hillsborough Library, West Wing
This event is open to the public, and registration is not required.

Six Days in September: The Plots to Kill Kennedy, November 22

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library for our program on Six Days in November: The Plots to Kill Kennedy. Join Mr. Paul Ritz as he shares a wealth of knowledge with you about the events leading up to and after the John F. Kennedy assassination. This event commemorates the 45th anniversary of that fateful day.

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Friday, November 22nd, at 2:00 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

An Evening of Classical Guitar, November 20

Join us at the Hillsborough Library's Evenings in the West Wing for Classical Guitar with Robert Dopira. Robert has performed as a classical guitarist for more than 25 years. His repertoire consists of the foremost guitar literature across centuries of music and includes Bach, Scarlatti, Mozart, Chopin, Beethoven, Albeniz, Vivaldi, Strauss and Many More!

Where: Hillsborough Public Library, West Wing
When: Thursday, November 20th, at 7pm
Registration is not required.

How to Sell on eBay, November 6

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library for a program on How to Sell on eBay. Clear out your clutter and sell your items on eBay. Fran Solomon will be the presenter and show you how to do it!

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Thursday, November 6th, at 7:00 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Line Dance!, October 16 and 23

The Hillsborough Library is offering 2 classes of Line Dance, with Glenn & Georgeanne Valis. Join us for a fun evening of music, dancing, and camaraderie with 2 popular instructors!

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Thursday, October 16 and 23, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM.

Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Meet Garrett Husveth of Haunted New Jersey, October 14

Join us at the Hillsborough Library, where paranormal investigator Garrett Husveth will discuss the theory and science behind modern-day ghost and paranormal research.

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Tuesday, October 14, at 7:00 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Afternoon Movie, October 7, Charlie Wilson's War

Join us on Tuesday, October 7, for a showing of Charlie Wilson's War, starring Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts, and Philip Seymour Hoffman.

The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Tuesday, October 7, at 1:30 PM
Running Time 102 minutes
Rated R for strong language, nudity/sexual content and some drug use.

Multimedia Sculpture, October 27

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library for Multimedia Sculpture. This program will demonstrate the construction of a multimedia kinetic sculpture and describe some of the computer composition techniques incorporated in contemporary classical music.

This program is free and open to the adults and teens, but registration is required.
Please call or stop by the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13.

Date & Time: Monday, October 27, at 7:00 pm.

Music with Criss Caspian, September 25

Join us for the next installment of Hillsborough Library's Evenings in the West Wing, featuring Criss Caspian. Criss is a singer-songwriter who plays guitar and piano and will be playing Rock/Indie/Acoustic songs, most of which are originals. For more information check out his myspace at http://www.myspace.com/crisscaspian

Where: Hillsborough Public Library, West Wing
When: Thursday, September 25th, at 7pm
Registration is not required.

Afternoon Movie, September 11, Leatherheads

Join us on Thursday, September 11, for a showing of Leatherheads, starring George Clooney and Renee Zellweger.

The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Thursday, September 11, at 1:30 PM
Running Time 114 minutes
Rated PG-13

Zumba, October 1

Join us at the Hillsborough Library for Zumba, with instructor Valerie J. Hammond. Zumba combines high energy music with unique moves and combinations that allow you to dance away your worries. Dance your way to a fitter you with exciting Latin moves and rhythms!

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13.

Date & Time: Wednesday, October 1, at 7:00 pm.

An Evening of Classical Indian Music, September 11

Join us at the Hillsborough Library's Evenings in the West Wing featuring An Evening of Classical Indian Music. Enjoy a relaxing evening as three talented musicians play the sitar, table and harmonium. Registration is not required.

Date and Time: Thursday, September 11 at 7:00 pm.

One Book New Jersey Coffee House, August 28

Join us for a discussion of The Plot Against America, by Philip Roth. This book discussion will be held in the Hillsborough Library's Conference Room, and snacks and beverages will be served. Please register at the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13.

Date and Time: Thursday, August 28, at 7:00 pm.

Karen Zumbrun Jazz Trio, August 21

Join us for the next installment of Hillsborough Library's Evenings in the West Wing, featuring the Karen Zumbrunn Jazz Trio. Relax to the quiet sounds of Dr. Karen Zumbrunn and her trio as they play standards, blues, and bossa novas. Enjoy the strains of Cole Porter, the Beatles, Duke Ellington, Antonio Carlos Jobim and others.

Dr. Karen Fanta Zumbrunn bridges the academic and jazz performance worlds of music. She studied at the Sorbonne and "'Ecole Normale de Musique in Paris, France, and payed at the Blue Note. She worked with well-known European and American musicians and recorded with the "International Stars of Jazz" in Rome. Currently, 2 of her CDs are available at the library: Snowfall and Twilight World.

Featuring:
"Dr. Jazz" Karen Zumbrunn, piano/keyboard
Rick Crane, bass
Glenn Davis, drums

Where: Hillsborough Public Library, West Wing
When: Thursday, August 21st, at 7pm
Registration is not required.

Acoustic Guitar and Song, August 7th

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library's West Wing for Acoustic Guitar and Song, featuring quiet music by Kyle.

Registration is not required.

Where: Hillsborough Library West Wing
When: Thursday, August 7th, at 7:00 PM

Harpist Jean Farnworth, July 9

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library for a relaxing evening of beautiful music with harpist Jean Farnworth. Professional guitarist, harpist, and vocalist Farnworth performs a diverse repertoire of traditional Irish tunes, Jazz, Bluegrass, and Medieval/Renaissance music at both small gatherings and large public gatherings.

Her diverse musical background has enabled her to develop a unique style of what she calls "niche music". She performs at small theme events such as Renaissance weddings, Colonial fund-raisers, and Victorian-era tea parties.

When: Wednesday, July 9, from 7:00-8:00 pm.
Where: Hillsborough Library, West Wing
This event is open to the public, and registration is not required.

Backroads of New Jersey, June 19

Join us at the Hillsborough Library for a presentation on the Backroads of New Jersey. Presented by Paul Eric Johnson, photographer of Backroads of New Jersey. "Go beyond the bustling city and busy turnpikes to the true heart of New Jersey."

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Thursday, June 19th, at 7:00 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Line Dance! with Glenn & Georgeanne Valis, June 10 & 17

The Hillsborough Library is offering 2 classes on June 10 & 17 from 7 to 8:30 pm in the library program room. Join us for 2 fun evenings of music, dancing and camaraderie with 2 popular instructors.

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Date and Time: Tuesday, June 10th and 17th, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Hawaiian and Tahitian Dance Class, May 13 & 20

Join us at the Hillsborough Library for a Hawaiian and Tahitian Dance Class. Come and experience the "Aloha Spirit" with us as we learn to sway to the enchanting music of Hawaiian and Tahitian dance. Instructor "Kamani" has danced professionally for 15 years and has a teaching certificate.

Remember to wear comfortable clothes and be prepared to move!

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Tuesday, May 13th and 20th, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

How to Landscape Your Home Like a Pro, May 6

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library for a seminar on How to Landscape Your Home Like a Pro, given by Hank snyder, The Garden Planner. Topics to be covered include.

• How to use the three main areas of your home landscape effectively


• What to avoid when planting


• Use of annuals, perennials, trees and shrubs for year 'round bloom and color


• Lawns-growing, seeding and maintenance


• How to maintain your flower beds with the least amount of maintenance


• Secret gardens, and the secrets the pros don't want you to know


• Container growing


• Question and Answer session

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.
Date and Time: Tuesday, May 6th, at 7:00 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Friday Night at the Movies, May 2, Enchanted

Join us for our Friday night showing of Enchanted, open to adults and children ages 6 and up. The real world and the animated world collide. This fairytale princess is about to meet a real Prince Charming. Featuring Amy Adams, James Marsden, Idina Menzel, Susan Sarandon, Patrick Dempsey, Timothy Spall, and Rachel Covey.

The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Youth Services Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 14.

Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Friday, May 2nd, at 7:00 PM
Running Time 107 minutes
Rated PG for some scary images and mild innuendo

Friday Night at the Movies, April 4. Into the Wild

Into the Wild is inspired by the true story of Christopher McCandless, a young man who abandons his life of comfort to pursue the freedom of life on the road, a quest that leads him to the Alaskan wilderness and the ultimate challenge of his life.

The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Friday, April 4th, at 7:00 PM
Running Time 148 minutes
Rated R

Acoustic Guitar and Song, March 19

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library's West Wing for Acoustic Guitar and Song, featuring quiet music by Kyle.

Where: Hillsborough Library West Wing
When: Wednesday, March 19th, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM

Afternoon Movie, March 10, The Bourne Ultimatum

Join us at the Hillsborough Library for our showing of The Bourne Ultimatum. "Remember everything. Forgive nothing."

The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Monday, March 10th, at 2:00 PM
Running Time 115 minutes
Rated PG-13

Night at the Oscars!, February 21

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library for a fun family event. Come spend a Night at the Oscars! Enjoy a night of movie magic and walk the red carpet as we celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Academy Awards.

Come dressed as your favorite star--tuxedos and evening gowns are encouraged! Pose for a photo with your "favorite stars", play Hollywood Bingo, or try your hand at movie quizzes. Win your very own Oscar with acting tips from Somerset Valley Playhouse! We'll have snacks and crafts, plus a display of Academy Award winning cartoons.

This program is free and open to the adults and children ages 8 and over, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Children's Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 14.

Date and Time: Thursday, February 21 from 7:00-8:30 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Introduction to Basic Yoga, February 28 & March 6

The Hillsborough Library Presents Intro to Basic Level Yoga, with Vandana. Vandana is a certified yoga instructor with 4 1/2 years experience. If attending this program, you need to bring a yoga mat or towel and we suggest wearing comfortable clothing and not eating food for 1 hour prior to the class.

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Thursday, February 28 and March 6, from 7:00-8:30 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Afternoon Movie, February 28, Michael Clayton

Join us at the Hillsborough Library for a showing of the Oscar-nominated movie Michael Clayton, starring George Clooney. "The truth can be adjusted."

The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Thursday, February 28th, at 1:00 PM
Running Time 119 minutes
Rated R

How to Protect Your Children on the Internet, February 25

How to Protect Your Children on the Internet, sponsored by Barbara Monaco from MomsAgainstPredators.org. There will be many special guests, including:

• Detective Glenn Ross of the NJSP Tech Crimes Unit


• NJ Assemblyman Pete Biondi


• Frank Delcore, Deputy Mayor of Hillsborough


• Chief of Police, Chief Kaminsky


• Lt. Pino of the K-9 Unit

Karate Masters Marc Pollak and David Laggini will show how to protect your children when they are approached offline by strangers.

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Monday, February 25, at 6:30 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Hillsborough's Hidden Treasure: The Wonders of the Duke Estate, February 20

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library for a slideshow presentation on Duke Farms. See and learn about Duke History, the gardens, property, buildings, and the environment.

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Wednesday, February 20, at 1:00 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Afternoon Movie, February 4, Tootsie

Join us at the Hillsborough Library in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Academy Awards for the big screen showing of Tootsie, starring Dustin Hoffman.

Desperate, he took a female role and became a star. If only he could tell the woman he loves.

The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room
When: Monday, February 4th, at 2:00 PM
Running Time 116 minutes
Rated PG

Ladies ESL Conversation Group, Monday Evenings

Our Ladies-Only ESL Conversation Group will be starting up again on Monday nights from 7:00-8:30 PM, beginning February 4th and ending May 19th. It is open to women ages 18 and older, with at least a little English knowledge.

Please sign up at the Information Desk, or call 908-369-2200, ext 13.

Music of Hollywood: The Oscar Winners 1934-1961, February 11

Rick Busciglio will present this "edu-entertainment" program which is interactive, fun, nostalgic, and has an emphasis on humor. Mr. Busciglio is a retired broadcast marketing and advertising executive who has combined his life long love of films and music experience to create a series of programs.

This program is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Please call or stop by the Adult Information Desk to sign up. 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Date and Time: Monday, February 11, at 2:30 PM.
Place: Hillsborough Public Library, Main Program Room.

Afternoon Movie, January 15, Stardust

Join us on January 15 for a showing of Stardust, starring Claire Danes, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Robert De Niro. Based on the story by Neil Gaiman.

"This winter a star falls. The chase begins".

The movie is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Sign up at the Adult Information Desk or call 908-369-2200 ext. 13.

Where: Hillsborough Library Main Program Room

When: Tuesday, January 15, at 1:00 PM
Running Time 127 minutes
Rated PG-13