Tuesday, June 28, 2011

NJWorks Job Seeker Destination at the Bridgewater Library

New Jersey State Library designates 56 libraries as NJWorks Job Seeker Destinations.  Librarians are trained to assist patrons in job seeking, resume writing, interviewing, computer skills, etc.  More...

Monday, June 27, 2011

RVCC graduate Casey Randazzo collects books for libraries in New Orleans

Along with 4-H leader Mark Brubaker, Casey collected thousands of books to aid New Orleans schools in rebuilding their libraries.  The Friends of the Bridgewater Library donated 200 cartons of books from their recent book drive.  More…

Friday, June 24, 2011

Shakespeare on the Lawn at the Somerville Library

On July 5 from 7:00 - 8:15pm, The Shakespeare Theater of New Jersey will be performing Love's Labor Lost on the Borough Hall Lawn.  Click here to register. To learn more about the Shakespeare Theater of NJ, view their website at http://www.shakespearenj.org/.

Summer Fun at the Watchung Library!

Watchung Library has over 60 programs, reading clubs and a variety of activities for every age.  There will be raffle tickets, numerous prizes, gift cards, a trophy and even a Wii!  Click here for full details.

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

County Library System seeking input from Somerville patrons

On June 22 at 7pm, Somerville Library Director Melissa Banks, Executive Director Brian Auger and Commissioner Evelyn Silverstein will hear patrons share their feelings about advantages and disadvantages that have come about since joining the Somerset County Library System.  More…

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Warren Township Library has a temporary change in hours

During the week of June 12 – 18, 2011, Warren Township Library will have a temporary change of hours.  The library will close at 5 pm on Wednesday, June 15 and Thursday, June 16.  Normally, the library is open until 9 pm both nights.  However, the Warren Lion’s Club annual carnival will be held in the fields adjacent to the library.  Due to the anticipated crowds at the carnival, township officials requested that the library close early on those nights. Regular hours will resume on Monday, June 20, when the library will remain open until 9 pm.

Changes in the Hold Policy at SCLS

Starting June 15, 2011, patrons used to putting a “hold” on library materials through the Somerset County Library System’s (SCLS) on-line catalog will see some changes made to the reservation system .  The library will now only hold reserved and inter-library loan items for four days as opposed to six days, which was previously the policy. more.....

Monday, June 6, 2011

Book Sale at the Bridgewater Library

Friends of Bridgewater Library's booksale is June 8 - 11 and June 13 , 2011. The Friends of the Library only accept cash for purchases and payment of entry fees.  Click here for book sale pricing.  June 8 hours are 4:00 - 8:30pm with a pre-admission fee of $25.00.  Thursday, June 9 hours are 9:30 - 8:30pm.  Friday and Saturday hours are 9:30 - 4:30pm.  For more information, check the Bridgewater Library Calendar.

Friday, June 3, 2011

Introduction to Tai Chi and Qi Gong at the Mary Jacobs Library

Experience the gentle flowing, movements of Tai Chi on Tuesday June 21 from 7:00 – 8:00pm.  Learn how Tai Chi helps you deal with stress by relaxation and gentle calming. The rhythmic movements and slow graceful postures are coordinated with breathing to help you achieve a sense of calm.  The class will be led by Jimmy Lee with 25 years experience.  Click here to sign up or call 609-924-7073 ext 4.  Registration is required.