Monday, November 29, 2010

Music in the West Wing, Spook Handy, February 24, 2011

Join us at the Hillsborough Library at 7pm on Thursday, February 24, for another of our Music In the West Wing programs, with Spook Handy. Spook sings the songs of Peter, Paul and Mary including ‘Puff the Magic Dragon’, ‘Leaving on a Jet Plane’, ‘Blowing in the Wind’ and many more!

Registration is not required, but if you provide your email address when registering a reminder of the program will be emailed 2 days prior to the program.

Tea and Meals in Victorian America, February 12, 2011

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library on Saturday, February 12 from 1:30-3:30pm for a program on Tea and Other Meals in Victorian America. The years after the Civil War ushered in many changes in the eating habits of Victorian America. Etiquette around the table became very important, tea parties were popular, and soda fountains became the social center. Celebrate Lincoln’s birthday with a warm cup of tea as local tea expert Judith Krall-Russo will detail the tea and cuisine of post Civil War society.

Registration for this program is required, but there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Belly Dancing with Farasha, January 27 and February 3, 2011

Join us at the Hillsborough Library at 7pm on Thursday January 27 and February 3 for an exciting evening with professional dancer Farasha. You will learn the art of Middle Eastern dance. Wear comfortable clothing.

Registration for this program is required, but there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Getting to Know Your Digital Camera, January 25, 2011

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library at 7pm on Tuesday, January 25 for a program on Getting to Know Your Digital Camera. New Jersey photographer, Walter Choroszewski, brings his photo expertise, humor, and a 'straight-talk' perspective for an introductory class covering the basics of photography and how to apply them in the Digital Age. He will help demystify menus and megapixels and he will discuss realistic expectations and limitations of digital photography.

Registration for this program is required, but there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

The Christmas Night Crossing and the Battle of Trenton, January 15, 2011

Join us at the Hillsborough Library from 1:30-4:00pm on Saturday, January 15 for a program on Washington's Christmas Night Crossing of the Delaware. Using diaries and letters of the participants, Washington Crossing State Park's Resource Interpretive Specialist Clay Craighead will speak about the significance of General George Washington's Christmas Night Crossing and the turning point Battle of Trenton. A 30 minute DVD on this topic will be shown after the lecture.

Registration for this program is required, but there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Zumba, January 11 & 18, 2011

Join us at the Hillsborough Public Library from 7-8:30pm on January 11 & 18 for Zumba! 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!

Registration for this program is required, but there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.