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Did you know that you can check out Free Museum Passes with your Bernards Township Library Card?
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This series is sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
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BIG SCREEN THURSDAYS Noon - 3:00pm A month-long October film series featuring recent releases you may have missed (or wish to see again!) Participants may bring lunch/snack to this FREE event. Oct. 1 Big Eyes 106 mins.
Oct. 8 Selma 128 mins. Oct. 15 Woman in Gold 109 mins. Oct. 22 Wild 115 mins. Oct. 29 Still Alice 101 mins. Signing up once will register you for the series. **************************
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These lectures are sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
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Contemporary Art with Dr. Anne Swartz 7:30 - 8:30pm Thurs. Oct. 1 Earth Art Wed. Oct. 14 Public Art in NYC Presenter: Anne Swartz has been a faculty member
at the Savannah College of Arts and Design for over 20 years, both as an on-campus and eLearning professor. Also a Fulbright Scholar, Swartz’s interests include women in art, feminist art, contemporary art, critical theory, and environmental art. **************************
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This series is sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
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Friday Art Series with Dr. Barbara Tomlinson Fridays, Oct. 2, 9, 16 & 23 10:30am - Noon THE STATE OF THE ARTS IN OUR NATION’S CAPITAL Take a virtual trip to Washington, D.C. each week to explore the state of the arts in the nation's capital. To register send $25/resident or $50/non-resident fee to Maureen Norton, Bernards Township Library, 32 S. Maple Avenue, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Make your check payable to Leisure Learning and note"Friday Art Series" on the memo line. Your cancelled check will serve as registration confirmation.
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This series is sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
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Friday Night at the Opera with Dr. Robert W. Butts, Director, Baroque Orchestra of NJ Fridays, Oct. 2, 9, 16 & 23 7:30 - 9:00pm Evening includes lively commentary and large-screen DVD scenes of the featured opera. Light refreshments included. Oct. 2 Don Pasquale, Donizetti Oct. 9 Don Carlos, Verdi Oct. 16 I Pagliacci, Leoncavallo Oct. 23 Der Rosenkavalier, Strauss Oct. 30 Carmen, Bizet To register send $25 payable to Friends of the Bernards Township Library to Maureen Norton, Bernards Township Library, 32 S. Maple Avenue, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Please note "Opera" on the memo line. Your cancelled check will serve as registration confirmation.
You may also pay $5/lecture at the door. **************************
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Somerset Hills Kennel Club Saturday, Oct. 3 10:30 - 11:30am
Calling All Dog Lovers...... Members of the Somerset Hills Kennel Club will bring dogs to the library and discuss the important considerations of dog ownership. Meet a Pointer, Golden Retriever puppy, Old English Sheepdog & More! All ages welcome. No registration required. **************************
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This event is sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
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Raconteur Radio's THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK A staged radio parody play Sunday, Oct. 4 2:00pm May the force be with you! Family friendly...recommended for ages 6 and up. Celebrate the 35th anniversary of this Star Wars classic with this LIVE satirical performance. Lights, sounds, & special effects! Memorabilia too! Cosplay encouraged. ************************
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This series is sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
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Fall Monday Afternoon Concert Series Every Monday, Oct. 5 - Nov. 16 (no concert Oct. 12) 1:00 - 2:00pm Westminster Hall Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church
Oct. 5 Madison String Quartet Oct. 19 Claire Stadtmueller, soprano Oct. 26 Radiance Chamber Ensemble Nov. 2 The Jan Findlay Trio Nov. 9 Sohyun Ahn, piano Nov. 16 Ivory & Gold, piano & flute These concerts, sponsored by Leisure Learning, are FREE and open to all adults. (subject to room capacity) No registration required. **************************
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Let's Talk about Bullying A Parenting Workshop Monday, Oct. 5 7:00 - 8:00pm Bullying is a serious issue that happens at all ages even as early as pre-school. Whether your child is being bullied, you know someone who is being bullied or suspect your child could be the bully, this workshop is for you. Presenter: Diane Lang, Therapist, Life Coach, Career Coach, Educator and Author with an expertise in multiple mental health, lifestyle and parenting needs. *Note: Teachers may earn 1.0 professional development credits for attending this program **************************
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Poetry Writing Workshopwith Dianne Feula
Tuesdays, Oct. 6 - Nov. 10 1:00 - 2:00pm A FREE poetry workshop led by long-time teacher and NJ published poet Dianne Feula. Look at what others have written, and experiment with some of the word-shaping options poets have chosen. Lovers of poetry and writers of all levels are invited to join. **************************
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The Statue of Liberty Thursday, Oct. 8 7:00 - 8:00pm
Enjoy an informative visual presentation by NJ author and photographer Kevin Woyce. The Statue of Liberty was dedicated 129 years ago on October 28,1886, after more than 20 years of planning, fund raising, and construction. Learn how she was built and what she symbolizes, and hear about the significant people and places in Lady Liberty's history.
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Keep This, Toss That! with Jamie Novak Thursday, Oct. 15 7:00 - 8:00pm Learn what to keep, what to toss and how to let it go. Join bestselling author and organizing specialist Jamie Novak for a humorous look at the common challenges to getting organized. Walk away with tips on how to clean your closets and make piles of paperwork disappear - perfect for savers and sentimentalists. Jamie Novak has been seen on HGTV and QVC and as a home blogger on Martha Stewart Whole Living. **************************
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Corpses, Coffins & Crypts: A History of Burial Thursday, Oct. 22 7:00 - 8:00pm Presenter: Award winning author, Penny Colman A compassionate and comprehensive exploration of beliefs and burial practices across cultures and societies,drawing on extensive historical and anthropological research, personal accounts, and interviews. **************************
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Jack the Ripper Thursday, Oct. 29 7:00 - 8:00pm
Mark Vogel, clinical psychologist, offers this slide lecture on the infamous Jack the Ripper. A comprehensive overview of the famous
and unsolved British murder cases that occurred in the Whitechapel district of London in 1888. A discussion of the psychodynamics of serial murder will be included. ***Viewer discretion is advised. This lecture is NOT for children.*** **************************
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Evening Book DiscussionMeets on the first Tuesday of each month Tuesday, Oct. 6 7:30 – 9:00pm Edgar Allan Poe : the Dover readerby Edgar Allan PoeThe father of the detective novel and an innovator in the genre of American Gothic fiction, Edgar Allan Poe (1809-1849) made his living as America's first great literary critic. Today he is best remembered for his short stories and poems, haunting works of horror and mystery that remain popular around the world. This anthology presents Poe's finest works in a rich selection of poetry and prose. Copies are available at the Adult Circulation Desk. New members always welcome. No registration required. **************************
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Daytime Book Discussion Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month Wednesday, Oct. 21 10:00 – 11:00am Thérèse Raquinby Émile ZolaWhen Therese Raquin is forced to marry the sickly Camille, she sees a bare life stretching out before her, leading every evening to the same cold bed and every morning to the same empty day. Escape comes in the form of her husband's friend, Laurent, and Therese throws herself headlong into an affair. Copies are available at the Adult Circulation Desk. New members always welcome. No registration required. **************************
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Seniors Get Wired Saturday, Oct. 3 11:00am - Noon
Need help learning about today's
electronic gadgets? Join other users for lively discussion and demonstration by teen volunteers about email, social networking, video calling (Facetime, Skype, etc.),ebooks and more. Bring your laptop or device if you wish. No registration required. **************************
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Knit and Crochet Circle Meets regularly on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month Tuesdays, Oct. 6 and Oct. 20 10:00am - Noon
Bring your current project. Share tips, techniques and ideas with fellow knitters and crocheters. All are welcome! No registration required. **************************
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Future dates - Mark your calendars now: Friday, Nov. 13 and Friday, Dec. 11
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Adult Game Day Offered the second Friday of every month Friday, Oct. 9 1:00 – 3:00pm
We provide the space, the tables, the chairs, and the board games too! Scrabble, Rummikub, Monopoly, Chess, Checkers, and more!
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Family History Interest Group Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month.
Tuesday, Oct. 27 6:30 – 8:45pm The Family History Interest Group provides opportunities for those interested in family history and genealogy to share information and experiences and be more successful in their search. No prior experience in tracing genealogical roots is necessary. No registration required. Coffee served at 6:30pm Meeting from 7:00 – 8:45pm **************************
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Having trouble with today's technologies? Get one-on-one tech help from our teen volunteers!
Bring your own laptop, device or gadget or use one of our computers. Help is available Monday-Friday 3:00-5:00pm and Saturdays Noon - 2:00pm
Call or email Teen Librarian, Karen Andriolo, at 908-204-3031 ext. 4 or kandriolo@bernards.org to make an appointment, or just drop in.
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