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Banned Books Week

Thu, 01 Oct 2015 18:52:13 +0000

We’re continuing to celebrate Banned Books Week and we hope you are too! The American Library Association compiled a list of the most frequently challenged books in 2014. How many have you read? 1) The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, by Sherman Alexie 2) Persepolis, by Marjane Satrapi 3) And Tango Makes Three, Justin Richardson and […]

Job Search: Creating a Winning Cover Letter & Resume - Wednesday, Oct 7 2015 7:00p

(Adult Department) — Thu, 01 Oct 2015 09:01:56 +0000

'Creating a Winning Cover Letter & Resume' will provide the tools needed to design a specific, focused resume and accompanying cover letter.

In Part 1 of the session, the participants will have an opportunity to design their resumes and cover letters based upon their job skills, transferable skills and competencies. They will also learn how to match their skill set with those identified in job listings. Part 2 of the session looks at the various types of resume and discusses the positive and negative aspects of each.

Attendees will receive further resources to assist with their job search at home.

Presenter Nancy Anderson is a solution-driven training & development leader with over 25 years experience in Human Resources, Learning & Development and relationship management in the pharmaceutical, finance and insurance industries.

Registration is required; sign up today.

Family Story Time - Thursday, Oct 8 2015 7:00p

(Library Staff) — Thu, 01 Oct 2015 09:01:56 +0000

Join us for Family Stories! Enjoy stories together while building language skills. For grades pre-K to third grade. Parents/caregivers are expected to stay with children during all storytime sessions. No registration is necessary. This event is held at the Franklin Park Branch located at 3391 Rte. 27, Franklin Park, NJ 08823.

Family Story Time - Thursday, Oct 22 2015 7:00p

(Library Staff) — Thu, 01 Oct 2015 09:01:56 +0000

Family Story Time - Thursday, Nov 12 2015 7:00p

(Library Staff) — Thu, 01 Oct 2015 09:01:56 +0000

It’s Banned Books Week!

Tue, 29 Sep 2015 20:30:43 +0000

This past Sunday kicked off Banned Books Week. What exactly is BBW? “Banned Books Week is the national book community’s annual celebration of the freedom to read. Hundreds of libraries and bookstores around the country draw attention to the problem of censorship by mounting displays of challenged books and hosting a variety of events. The […]

Staff Pick of the Week: Beating the Lunch Box Blues by J.M. Hirsch

Sat, 26 Sep 2015 12:00:03 +0000

Tired of the same old lunch? Feeling rushed in the morning trying to prepare a brown bag? Can’t stand to eat yet another PB&J? Then, try this week’s staff pick Beating the Lunch Box Blues: Fresh Ideas for Lunches on the Go! by J.M. Hirsch. Filled with simple, quick ideas for complete healthy meals Hirsch […]

Second Saturday Book Club: October 2015

Fri, 25 Sep 2015 20:37:06 +0000

Join us on Saturday, October 10th for a discussion of Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel. Meetings take place from 11:00 to 12:30 in the Community Room. New members always welcome! Kirsten Raymonde will never forget the night Arthur Leander, the famous Hollywood actor, had a heart attack onstage. That was also the night […]

On Display Now!

Wed, 23 Sep 2015 19:06:36 +0000

Did you know September is Self-Improvement Month? Take some time to improve yourself by browsing our gallery book display “Help Yourself”. This year marks the 150th anniversary of the classic Lewis Carroll tale Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Celebrate by checking out our display honoring all things Alice, across from the circulation desk. You may want […]

Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes: A March of…

Tue, 22 Sep 2015 18:08:30 +0000

Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes: A March of Dimes Storytime
Ages 2 – 5 with a Parent
Thursday, October 1 @ 11:00 am in the Main Library Community Room

The librarians will present a lively storytime about all kinds of babies, animal and human, for parents and children. Then, the children create a collage craft with the librarians while the parents can learn more about the mission of the March of Dimes, the work that they do, and how they can get involved in helping to prevent birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality.

An opportunity to meet and greet other families will follow.
Registration begins September 17: All abilities are welcome.

Please let us know how we can meet any special needs.

Attention Teen Buddies!!

Mon, 14 Sep 2015 15:20:47 +0000

Volunteer letters & certificates of completion for the 2015 Reading Buddies program are still available for pick-up at the Main Library – Adult Reference Desk. Applications for next summer’s program will be available around May 1, 2016!