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Bernards Township Library along with Bernardsville Library present… SERIOUS FUN CLASSES
Use Your Device to Improve Your Life • Keep Up with the Digital World • 6 Free Classes • Morning & Evening Sessions • All Topics offered at both Bernards Township and Bernardsville Libraries • Classes in March, April, May
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This series is sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
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Big Screen Thursdays 12:00 Noon Screenings Big Screen Thursdays is a Spring Film Series featuring recent releases you may have missed (or wish to see again!) Mar. 2 Miles Ahead Mar. 9 Joy Mar. 16 My Love, Don't Cross That River Mar. 23 Elvis & Nixon Mar. 30 Florence Foster Jenkins No registration required. Participants may bring lunch/snack to these FREE events. ********************
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DIY Home Makeover Ideas Thursday, Mar. 2 7:00 - 8:00pm
Did you just buy your first house, or are you looking to downsize and sell, or do you just want to give your home an updated look? Need a little direction and advice, without paying high design fees, The Paint Diva of New Jersey can help! Join us for an informative evening focusing on home makeover ideas you can do yourself.
Presenter: Cindy Gelormini, a Benjamin Moore Color Expert, Staging Consultant and Real Estate Agent with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services. ********************
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Adult Chair Yoga Monday, Mar. 6 11:00 – 11:45am Chair yoga is a safe and effective way to offer yoga to any age and level of health or mobility. Enjoy a FREE introduction to chair yoga! A 45 minute session of guided relaxation, breathwork, and seated stretching/poses. All poses can be modified based on your level of mobility. Facilitator: Pamela Nixon, Certified yoga instructor and owner of Peace Play ********************
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This event is sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
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Romance of the Revolution: Alexander Hamilton & Elizabeth Schuyler Monday, Mar. 6 7:00 - 8:00pm They were neighbors in Morristown where they met, and married in Albany a year later.
Enjoy an informative lecture about these two people, their romance and lives, and their importance in American History. Presenter: Patricia Sanftner, Curator of Collections and Head Docent at Schuyler-Hamilton House *******************
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The Serious Fun Class Series is sponsored by BTL & The Bernardsville Library This class will also be offered at Bernardsville Library on Wed. Mar. 24 at 10:30am
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A Serious Fun Class: Organize Your Life with your Smart Phone Tuesday, Mar. 7 7:00 – 8:30pm Bring your iPhone or Android and learn to use your calendar, notes, reminders and clock apps to help you stay organized. Please remember to bring your charged device and app store log in and password. Presenter: Karen Vaias, BTL's Supervising Reference Librarian ********************
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Bernards Township 2017 Mayor's Speaker Series Diversity, Inclusion, Culture and Immigration "Will I See You Again" Thursday, Mar. 9 7:00 pm
Hear local resident Leona Kral’s true story.
Born in Czechoslovakia, Leona immigrated to the United States with her family when she was 12. She, her parents and two brothers arrived with only 3 suitcases and 500 dollars. Her story of escape through the former Yugoslavia, including what it was like to spend time in a refugee camp in Austria, is compelling. No registration required. This is the first of four 2017 events to be hosted by Bernards Township Mayor Carolyn Gaziano on Diversity, Inclusion, Culture and Immigration. *******************
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This event is sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
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Sounds of Ireland with Ian Gallagher Sunday, Mar. 12 2:00 - 3:00pm Let's celebrate St. Patrick's Day a wee bit early with this live musical concert featuring Irish singer and musician, Ian Gallagher. Enjoy Celtic/Irish music, songs, and stories. Don't forget to wear your green! *******************
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The Theologies of Bruce Springsteen Thursday, Mar. 16 7:00 – 8:00pm
Hear an illuminating talk on Springsteen's lyrics as they allude to the Bible and religious themes. Presenter: Dr. Azzan Yadin-Israel, Professor of Jewish Studies and Classics at Rutgers University and author of The Grace of God and The Grace of Man: The Theologies of Bruce Springsteen *******************
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Spring Monday Afternoon Concert Series Every Monday, Mar. 20 - May 8 1:00 - 2:00pm Westminster Hall Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church
March 20 Ivory and Gold March 27 Aideen O'Donnell April 3 Bossa Novas and Jazz Standards April 10 Scott Joplin Tribute April 17 Aleksandr Vasin April 24 The Guthrie Brothers May 1 Light Opera of NJ May 8 Sohyun Ahn These concerts, sponsored by Leisure Learning, are free and open to all adults. (subject to room capacity) No registration required. *******************
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Poetry Writing Workshopwith Dianne Feula
Tuesdays, Mar. 21 - May 9 1:00 - 2:00pm A FREE 8-week 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. Writers and lovers of poetry of all levels are invited to join.
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Four Amazing Women Justices Wednesday, Mar. 22 7:00 - 8:00pm
It took 191 years after the founding of the Supreme Court for the first woman to be allowed to become part of that august body. Four magnificent women have achieved the position of Supreme Court Justice to date. Join Trish Chambers Productions in a fascinating introduction to these accomplished jurists. Meet Sandra Day O'Connor, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Sonia Sotomayor and Elena Kagan. Learn how their unique personality and determination enabled them to break the glass ceiling to take their place in history. *******************
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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, March 24 & 31, April 7 & 21 10:30am - Noon A 4-week art series on Friday mornings that covers the same subject matter as the 8-week spring Leisure Learning semester. Spring theme: You Asked! Series will cover topics requested by the Leisure Learning participants and include The Hermitage, The Barnes Foundation, The Gardner Museum, Street Art, and more. To register send $30/resident or $60/non-resident fee to Maureen Norton, Bernards Township Library, 32 S. Maple Avenue, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920. Make your check payable to
The Friends of the Bernards Township Library and note "Friday Art Series" on the memo line. Your cancelled check will serve as registration confirmation.
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Makers Day Showcase Saturday, Mar. 25 12:00Noon – 2:00pm
Visit tables with exhibits from local makers, vintage technology and new gadgets. No registration required. *******************
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The Serious Fun Class Series is sponsored by BTL & The Bernardsville Library This class will also be offered at Bernardsville Library on Wed. Mar. 15 at 7pm
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A Serious Fun Class: There's (another) App For That? Making LinkedIn Mobile Work For You Thursday, Mar. 30 10:30 – 12:00Noon Since the redesign of LinkedIn Mobile in January 2016, the app has gotten better…gotten worse…and definitely gotten more complicated by being split into the LinkedIn Mobile App 'Suite.” Get a refresher on the basic app functionality and learn about what the new apps can do for you. Please remember to bring your charged device and app store log in and password. Presenter: Alexandria Arnold, Bernardsville Library's Executive Director ********************
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This program, geared towards adults, but suitable for ages 10 and older, is sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
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Backyard Birds Thursday, Mar. 30 7:00 - 8:00pm
Ever wonder about the birds in your backyard? Get acquainted with many of New Jersey’s common backyard birds. Hear about the fundamentals of backyard birdwatching. Learn basic identification skills, what to feed backyard birds, as well as when and where to place feeders in your yard. Presenter: Ben Barkley, Naturalist at the Environmental Education Center *******************
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Evening Book Discussion Meets on the first Tuesday of each month Tuesday, Mar. 7 7:30 – 9:00pm Wuthering Heightsby Emily BronteAgainst a background of English moors in the 18th century, the lives of two families become intertwined through marriage, passion, and the dominating force of a man called Heathcliff . Copies, provided by The Friends of BTL, 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, Mar. 15 10:00 – 11:00am Copies, provided by The Friends of BTL, are available at the Adult Circulation Desk. New members always welcome. No registration required.
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Leisure Learning is sponsored by The Friends of BTL and the Bernards Township Library.
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Leisure Learning Spring 2017 Mondays, Mar. 20 - May 8
This continuing education program for adults offers eight Mondays of morning lectures in art, music, literature, history, politics, and current affairs, as well as eight afternoon musical performances. Registrants can attend three of the many program choices offered each Monday for the entire eight week semester. Fees Bernards Township residents - $30 Non-residents - $90 Pre-registration is required. Registration brochures have been mailed out. Additional registration brochures are available via download on our webpage or for pickup at the library. For more information call 908-204-3031 ext. 116.
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Knit and Crochet Circle Meets regularly on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month Tuesdays, Mar. 7 and Mar. 21 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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Family History Interest Group Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month.
Tuesday, Mar. 28 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 Tuesday-Thursdays 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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This series is sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
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Friday Night Opera Series with Dr. Robert W. Butts, Director, Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey Five Fridays: April 21, April 28, May 5, May 12, May 19 7:30 - 9:00pm Evening includes lively commentary and large-screened DVD scenes of featured opera. Light refreshments included. Apr.21: Idomeneo, Mozart Apr.28: L’italiana in Algeri, Rossini May 5: Nabucco, Verdi May 12: Peter Grimes, Britten May 19: Turandot, Puccini 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. Any questions, call 908-204-3031 ext. 116
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