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Make a Difference in a Child's Life....Donate a New Book! BOOKS FOR KIDS
November 1 - December 13 Help us give the gift of literacy this season. Books for Kids, a statewide program sponsored by the NJ Library Association Children's Services section, wants all children to experience the joy of reading books of their very own! Donation boxes are located in the Children's Library and by the door on the upper level.
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Fall Monday Afternoon Concert Series Every Monday thru Nov. 16 1:00 - 2:00pm Westminster Hall Basking Ridge Presbyterian Church
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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Poetry Writing Workshopwith Dianne Feula
Tuesdays, Nov. 3 & 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. ************************** Poetry Writing Group Tuesdays, Nov. 17 & 24 1:00 – 2:00 pm
Read and write a variety of poetry with a supportive friendly group.
New members are always welcome. No registration required. **************************
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BTL Anywhere Thursday, Nov. 5 2:00pm Library staff members are here to help! Learn about our exciting eBook and eAudioBook service and see how easy it is to use. Bring your device and get answers to your questions, including how to download books and magazines, use the Library App, and more. *****************************
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55+ Live Well Fair
Tuesday, Nov. 10 10:00am - 12:00 noon Learn about the print, online information, and programs that the Bernards Township Library to offer on these important topics: - Health & Living Well
- Recreation & Activities
- Ways to Make Your Life Easier
Light refreshments will be served. ******************************
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The Positive Parent A Parenting Workshop Tuesday, Nov. 10 7:00 - 8:00pm We all want to be the best parents we could be, but how? Using Positive Psychology as its foundation, we can raise our kids to be more optimistic and happier. Learn what traits can be learned? What should you be teaching your child? What types of environment nurtures a child towards a positive lifestyle? 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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Famous and Not-So-Famous New Jerseyans Thursday, Nov. 12 7:00 – 8:00 pm Learn about some of the citizens of our great state! Award winning educator and History Channel commentator Bill Chemerka will share stories about the famous and not-so-famous who once called New Jersey home. ******************************
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Sinatra: 100th Birthday Celebration Sunday, Nov. 15 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Sinatra and his music have no expiration date; they are always cool and current! A LIVE musical concert, featuring jazz singer Maggie Worsdale, filled with some of his best known and most loved songs, as well as stories about Frank's singing career. Maggie Worsdale is an international artist who was voted as one of the best jazz singers in New York and New Jersey in 2009 and 2010. This event is sponsored by The Friends of BTL
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New Jersey Owls Tuesday, Nov. 17 7:00 - 8:00pm Explore the nocturnal world of these fascinating birds of prey. Whether with long or short ears, barred or great horned, these raptors are truly special. Presenter: Rich Hoffman, Naturalist at the Somerset County Park Commission's Environmental Education Center. This event is sponsored by The Friends of BTL******************************
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Adult Chair Yoga Monday, Nov. 30 10:30 - 11:15am 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 ******************************
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Evening Book Discussion Meets on the first Tuesday of each month Tuesday, Nov. 3 7:30 – 9:00 pm Fathers and Sonsby Ivan Sergeevich TurgenevWhen Arkady Petrovich returns home from college, his father finds his naive son fallen under the powerful influence of the ardent young Bazarov, a self-proclaimed nihilist. 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, Nov. 18 10:00 – 11:00 am Doubt : a parableby John Patrick ShanleyIn a drama set in a Bronx Catholic school in 1964, a nun is faced with uncertainty as she has grave concerns for a male colleague. Copies are available at the Adult Circulation Desk. New members always welcome. No registration required.
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Knit and Crochet Circle Meets regularly on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month Tuesdays, Nov. 10* and Nov. 17 10 am - Noon
Bring your current project. Share tips, techniques and ideas with fellow knitters and crocheters. All are welcome! No registration required. *Rescheduled date due to Election day
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Seniors Get Wired Saturday, Nov. 14 & 21 11:00 am - Noon
Need help "getting wired"? Get one-on-one tech help from one of our teen volunteers! Bring your laptop or device and get answers to your questions about email, social networking, videocalling (Facetime, Skype, etc.), ebooks and more.
No registration required.
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Future dates - Mark your calendars now: Friday, December 11 and Friday, January 8
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Adult Game Day The second Friday of every month Friday, Nov. 13 1:00 – 3:00 pm
We supply the space, the tables, and the chairs....You bring the board or card games to play! Friends welcome too! No registration required.
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All are welcome at this FREE program.
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Family History Interest Group Meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month.
Tuesday, Nov. 24 6:30 – 8:45 pm
Tonight's Speaker: Lisa Kerr Ilowite on "Social History from Death Certificates"
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.
Coffee served at 6:30 pm Meeting from 7:00 – 8:45 pm
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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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