Saturday, April 27, 2013

Failure at Gettysburg: 15 Decisions that Doomed the Confederacy, June 13, 2013, at 7pm

Failure at Gettysburg: 15 Decisions that Doomed the Confederacy

From the death of Stonewall Jackson to Pickett's Charge, errors on the part of Jefferson Davis, D.H. Hill, Lee, Jackson, Longstreet, A.P. Hill, Richard Ewell, Henry Heth, and J.E.B. Stuart led to the devastating loss of initiative and manpower at Gettysburg.

Commemorating the 150th anniversary of this memorable battle, local historian Glenn LeBoeuf will present.

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Spring into Spring & Summer with Homeopathy & Holistic Nutrition, June 12, 2013 at 7pm

Elizabeth Jannuzzi, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, will show us how to prevent and eliminate allergies, boost your immune system, lose weight and so much more, all by tapping into the curative properties of nature and your body.

Healthy snacks will be served.

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Great Yards with Less Work, June 8, 2013, at 1:30pm

Learn how to choose the right plants for your site, deer resistant plants, preparing soil and mulching for maintaining plant beds, time and expense saving alternatives to grass, and wood projects for downed trees.

Presented in collaboration with Boro Green, Hillsborough's community group to promote Green Initiatives.

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Superstorm "Sandy", June 7, 2013 at 7pm

New Jersey History Comes Alive!

Superstorm Sandy, A view from the inside with Mark DiIonno & Amy Ellis Nutt

Columnist Mark DiIonno and Pulitzer Prize winner Amy Ellis Nutt covered Superstorm Sandy for the Star Ledger from the very beginning and are following its aftermath and reconstruction efforts, especially in the Jersey Shore area. Find out about their experiences covering this devastating event in NJ history.

This is a special opportunity to meet these award winning journalists and writers and to appreciate the unique experiences and perspective they gained covering 'Sandy'

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

May 2013 Hands-On Computer Classes

Introduction to Word 2007, Tuesday, 5/7, 2-4pm
Introduction to the Mango Languages Database, Wednesday, 5/22, 2-2:30pm
New Jersey Genealogical Resources Online, Thursday, 5/23, 3:30-8:pm
Introduction to YouTube, Wednesday, 2-4pm
Introduction to PowerPoint 2007, Thursday, 5/30, 6:30-8:30pm

Registration for these classes is required, but there is no cost to attend. A limited number of library laptops are available for the attendees' use. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13.

Staying Chic on the Cheap!, May 28, 2013 at 7pm

Love fashion, shopping and bargains? Join Gretchen Pierce as she explores the obsession that is thrifting! She will talk about local thrift stores, shopping strategies, creating fantastic outfits for less, online resources, and much more!

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Zumba!, Beginning May20, 2013 at 7pm

Join us for an energizing six week series!

Mon. 5/20, Wed. 5/29, Mon.6/03, Mon. 6/10, Mon. 6/17 and Mon. 6/24

As long as you're moving and having fun, there is no wrong way to Zumba!

Please remember to bring water and wear comfortable clothing.

Please note: all classes are on Monday evenings except for Wed. May 29.

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Stress Busters: Wave Goodbye to Your Stress and Tension, May 16, 2013 at 7pm

Dr Laura DeMarzo, Ed.D and Linda Ritter, LCSW, from The Center for Psychological Services will guide you through techniques to improve health and well being. This workshop will help individuals learn techniques for stress management and living a healthy emotional life.

Participants should bring a mat or towel for meditation exercises.

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Helping a Loved One with Mental Health Issues. May 15, 2013 at 12:00pm

This presentation will cover how to help a loved one seek out professional care. A short review of how the mental helth system works and how you can navigate through the maze. We will cover the major reasons people seek help and how it appears through a person's life cycle.

Presented by Robyn Marks, Certified Prevention Specialist, Princeton House. Sponsored by the Somerset County Department of Human Services.

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Wellness Recovery Action Plan, May 8, 2013 at 2:30pm

WRAP is an evidence-based and strength-based model that consists of focusing on personal wellness and the development of a crisis plan. It is a model that can be adapted to dealing with the effects and recovery of mental illness, addictions and trauma, diabetes, and fibromyalgia.


Presented by Mary Welsh, LCSW, and Janice Guiro, Peer Advocate Catholic Charities. Sponsored by the Somerset County Department of Human Services.
  Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Find that Job! A 2-Part Series, May 6 and May 21, 2013, at 7pm

Job Hunting 101: Writing a Resume and Cover Letter


Monday May 6, 2013
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Program Room B

Learn how to write and/or refine your resume and cover letter for your job search. Bring your current resume/cover letter copies to work on and by the end of the program, you will have the tools necessary for new and improved job application tools. Presented by Lisa Chenofsky Singer, Executive, Leadership, and Career Management Coach, Chenofsky Singer & Associates.



Job Hunting 102: Interviewing Skills and Networking

Tuesday May 21, 2013
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Program Room B

Learn how to improve your interviewing and networking skills for your job search. Presented by Lisa Chenofsky Singer, Executive, Leadership, & Career Management Coach, Chenofsky Singer & Associates.

  Registration for these programs is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Raritan River Documentaries:Reimagining Our Watershed: A Renaissance on the Raritan, May, 2013 at 6:30pm

New Jersey Comes Alive

Raritan River Documentaries: 'Reimagining Our Watershed: A Renaissance on the Raritan'

In 2012, the E.J. Bloustein School's Raritan River Initiative produced the first film to celebrate the many environmental achievements made in the watershed.

The Raritan Economic Development Committee, in conjunction with the Rutgers E.J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy and the Sustainable Raritan River Collaborative will present the film, 'Reimagining Our Watershed: A Renaissance on the Raritan'.

This film features projects and organizations from all areas of the Raritan, South Branch, The Upper Raritan and the Lower Raritan .... and many tributaries too. From Peapack-Gladstone to Perth Amboy.... and Raritan Borough as a central focus, we captured an enthusiasm that drives quality of life and reminds all of us that this is indeed a marvelous and wonderful place to call home. Dr. Judy Shaw, Director of the Raritan River Initiative, will provide comments.

We will also share the story of one very special project - the restoration of fish runs through the removal of two obsolete dams on the river. John Jengo, Principal Hydrologist with MWH Global will give remarks.

Light Refreshments

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Thursday, March 07, 2013

Introducing Adult Book Discussion Groups!

Interested in participating in a Book Discussion Group? Here are the first three we will be coordinating:

How to Start a Business and Ignite Your Life, by Ernesto Sirolli. Thursday, April 4, 7-8:30pm.

The Sense of an Ending, by Julian Barnes. Thursday, April 18, 11am-12:30pm.

On the Road by Jack Kerouac. Monday, April 22, 1:30-3pm.

Registration for these discussions is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Music in the West Wing, Spook Handy, April 12 at 7pm


Library After Dark!
with
Spook Handy

Don't miss Spook's live performance with uplifting songs that come from both the giants of folk music and his own ample supply of original compositions. The passion, purpose and spirit of American Folk Music are alive and well in Spook Handy's recordings and live performances.

Refreshments will be served. Registration is not required.

Pilates. Mondays April 8, 15, 22 & 29 at 7pm


Join us for a four week series. Pilates is a low-impact exercise. Anyone can do it and the benefits are endless.
If attending this program, you need to bring a yoga mat or towel and remember to bring water.

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Maximizing Your Vegetable Harvest, March 23 at 2pm


'Maximizing Your Vegetable Harvest' will show you how to double or even triple crop production -- a program presented by the Rutgers University Extension Service.

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Music in the West Wing, Seasons, March 13 at 7pm


Join us in the West Wing as Seasons returns with an exciting fusion of Celtic, folk, original and 'a bit of the blarney' resulting in a sound that is truly unique.

Refreshments will be served. No registration is required, and there is no cost to attend.

The Life and Death of the Hindenberg, March 7 at 7pm


New Jersey History Comes Alive!

The Life & Death of the Hindenburg

What caused the spectacular and deadly destruction of the luxury 'Lighter Than Air' dirigible in Lakehurst, NJ? New research from NASA scientists and charred memos pulled from the rubble of Germany's bombed cities tell a far different story than many were led to believe!
Presented by historian Glenn LeBoeuf.

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Monday, March 04, 2013

Cancelled-Writing a Resume and Cover Letter, March 6 at 7pm

This program has been cancelled, and will be rescheduled.

Learn how to write and/or refine your resume and cover letter for your job search. Bring your current resume/cover letter copies to work on and by the end of the program, you will have the tools necessary for new and improved job application tools. Presented by Lisa Chenofsky Singer, Executive, Leadership & Career Management Coach, Chenofsky Singer & Associates.

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.

Health Care 101, March 4 at 7pm


Katherine Woodfield Hermes, a Health Insurance Consumer Advocate, will present a program for those interested in or confused by health care reform, insurance exchanges or The Patient Protection and the Affordable Care Act. Katherine will show consumers how to make sense of this confusion.

Registration for this program is required, and there is no cost to attend. To register, stop by or call the Adult Services Desk at 908-369-2200 ext 13. Registration can also be done using the online library calendar.