Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Health Screenings at the North Plainfield Library

Provided by Overlook Hospital staff in their mobile health center.

North Plainfield Memorial Library
6 Rockview Ave
North Plainfield, NJ 07060
 www.sclsnj.org

February 6---Diabetes
March 6---Bone density ($10)
11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Education and prevention can keep you and your loved ones healthy. We invite you to take advantage of these health screenings conveniently located at the North Plainfield Library. To register for any of these screenings please call 1-800-247-9580 Monday through Thursday from 8:30am to 8:00pm and Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. Or register online here and click on the heading Screening Search. Select the screening from the Name drop down menu.

Follow the North Plainfield Library on Facebook and check out the NPL Children's Library's tumblr  page! Get information on programs and events!

The North Plainfield Library is part of the Somerset County Library System. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack and Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township, and Watchung.

Knitting & Crochet Groups at the Bound Brook Library - February Meetings

Bound Brook Library
402 E. High St.
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 356-00463

Beginning Knitting & Crocheting
Every Wednesday, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
February 5, 12, 19, 26

Knitting and crocheting are not just for doilies and scarves anymore! Karen our resident knitter and crocheter, will help you learn or review the basics.

Library Loopers
Meets 2nd & 4th Monday at 7:00 pm
February 10 & 24

Join this informal gathering. Meet! Learn! Share!

These programs are free and open to the public. Call (732) 356-0043 for more information.

Patrons with further questions can call the Bound Brook Library at (732) 356-0043 or enter the website at http://www.sclsnj.org/. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

Monday, January 27, 2014

Come Meet The Author, Linda Barth

 Linda Barth, author of “A History of Inventing in the Garden State: From Thomas Edison to the Ice Cream Cone” is coming to Somerville Library on February 1st, from 2:30-3:30 pm, to discuss this book. Somerville Library is located on 35 West End Avenue in Somerville.

Linda Barth, in this book has written about many inventions that have their roots in New Jersey. Did you know that sound and music in movies, the drive-in theater, M&Ms , the first cultivated blueberry, ice cream cones, plastic , Band-Aids and the vacuum cleaner were all developed in New Jersey?  Come join our author Linda Barth at Somerville Library as she explores groundbreaking, useful, fun, and even silly inventions and their New Jersey roots.

This program is free .Patrons with further questions can call Somerville Public Library at (908)725-1336 or enter the website at http://www.sclsnj.org. Somerville Library is located at 35 West End Avenue, adjacent to the Borough Hall building in Somerville.

Friday, January 24, 2014

The Bound Brook Library presents...Organize Your Photos: Out of the Box and Into Your Life

Tuesday, February 18 at 7:00 p.m.
(This program was originally scheduled for Tuesday, January 21)
Bound Brook Library
402 E. High St.
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 356-0043
Directions: http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/boundbrook.htm

Do you have drawers or boxes of photos you never seem to get to? Do you have hundreds of digital photos on your computer or on memory devices? Certified professional organizer Amara Willey will share tips and secrets to get both your print and digital photos organized and to start enjoying the memories. Learn a system to organize all your photos – out of the boxes and into your life. Discover ways to keep your photos safe from loss and oxidation.

This program is free and open to the public. Registration is requested. Call (732) 356-0043 to sign up or click on http://tiny.cc/t6b79w to register online.

Patrons with further questions can call the Bound Brook Library at (732) 356-0043 or enter the website at http://www.sclsnj.org. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

College Funding Workshop

Tuesday, February 4 at 7 p.m.
Hillsborough Public Library 
Program Room A
379 South Branch Rd.
Hillsborough, NJ  08844
908-369-2200

Don't let college break the bank! Learn what you can do to control college costs before you get there. This FREE workshop presented by Premiere College Funding will cover topics on: the FASFA, financial aid myths, funding plans, how to choose a college, scholarships, and more! Open to Parents/Caregivers and students in Grades 9-12.

Register NOW by clicking here, or just stop by. If you have questions, please call (908) 369-2200 ext.14, or visit our website at www.sclsnj.org.

The Hillsborough Library is on Facebook and Twitter! Get information on our programs and events!

The Hillsborough Library is part of the Somerset County Library System. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack and Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township, and Watchung.

Wednesday, January 22, 2014

All SCLS Branches Have Delayed Opening On Wednesday, January 22 Due to Weather

 Due to poor weather conditions, all ten branches of the Somerset County Library System (SCLS) will open late, Wednesday, January 22 at 1 pm.

Please call the local branch and visit the library’s website at http://www.sclsnj.org for additional information.  The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

Tuesday, January 21, 2014

All SCLS Branches Will Close Early On Tuesday, January 21 Due to Weather

 Due to ongoing poor weather conditions and forecasts, all branches of the Somerset County Library System (SCLS) will close today, Tuesday, January 21 at 12 noon.  Check the library’s website or call your local branch concerning hours of operation on Wednesday, January 21.

Please call the local branch and visit the library’s website at http://www.sclsnj.org for additional information.  The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

Friday, January 17, 2014

An American Diplomat in Franco Spain @ Warren Library

Warren Township Library hosts Rutgers Professor Michael A. Rockland on January 23 to talk about his experiences as an American Diplomat in Franco Spain.

Thursday, January 23rd at 7 p.m
Warren Twp Library 
2 Mountain Boulevard
Warren, NJ 07059
908-754-5554 ext 64

On Thursday, January 23rd at 7 p.m., author Michael A. Rockland will discuss his experiences as a diplomat at different posts around the world, in particular the time he spent in Spain during the Franco’s dictatorship.  He was recently awarded the Governor Richard J. Hughes prize, bestowed by the State Historical Commission, for contributions to New Jersey history and culture. Professor Rockland founded the American Studies Department at Rutgers while serving as Assistant Dean of Douglass College (1969-1972).

The author of thirteen published books, his latest is titled 'An American Diplomat in Franco Spain' and discusses his diplomatic career as a cultural attaché at embassies overseas before coming to New Jersey. One of the key stories in the book is about the day he spent alone with Martin Luther King in Madrid.  Other interesting stories concern the near disaster when four American hydrogen bombs, luckily unarmed, rained down on Spain and Rockland's involvement, as a cultural attaché, in mitigating the effects of the crisis. The book also concerns the making of the movie 'Dr. Zhivago' almost entirely shot in Spain, and for which his young son was chosen for the role of Zhivago's son, Sasha. And there are stories about fascism in Spain in those days and the presence of actual Nazis who were warmly greeted by the then Spanish government.

Dr. Rockland has also written extensively for popular magazines such as Philadelphia, Adventure Travel, Explorer's Journal, Big, Preservation, and especially New Jersey Monthly, where he has long been a regular contributor. In addition, he has done considerable work in television production and filmmaking, including a three year stint (1978-1981) as cultural commentator on television's New Jersey Nightly News and co-writing the script for and acting in the P.B.S. film Three Days on Big City Waters (1974).

Pre-registration is required to attend this fascinating talk.   To register online please go to this link http://bit.ly/KjKD1i or visit the website at www.sclsnj.org/warren.htm and click on Adult Programs under Links of Interest.  You may also call 908-754-5554 ext 64 for more information.

Information about Library services and resources is available at the Library’s website at http://www.sclsnj.org or by calling the Warren Library at 908-754-5554. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

Follow the Warren Library @ Twitter/warrenlibrarynj.    Like us @ Facebook.com/warrenlibrary.

Manville Public Library Event: Separating Food Myths from Food Facts

Manville Public Library
100 South 10th Avenue
Manville, NJ 08835
(908) 722-9722

Get your New Year’s Resolution started off right!  Nutritional Therapist Carole Goldstein will dispel some common food myths at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 18th at the Manville Public Library.  Sample snacks will be provided.

This is a free event and is open to the public.  Registration is requested.

Register for this workshop on the Somerset County Library Website at http://www.libraryinsight.net/eventdetails.asp?jx=mkp&lmx=375114&v=3 or by calling the Manville Public Library at (908) 722-9722.

Patrons with further questions can call the Manville Library at (908) 722-9722 or visit the website at http://www.sclsnj.org.  Click on the Events tab at the top of the page. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.


Tuesday, January 14, 2014

Cast-on for a New Adventure this Year…Knitting Lessons

 Come to Somerville Library and join our weekly beginner’s knitting lessons. The weekly lessons will begin January 18 from 10:30 am -12:00 noon. Somerville Library is situated at 35 West End Street, Somerville, N.J.

Sherry Holland has been a knitter for eight years and would love to share this craft with you.  Please bring 1-2 200-yard skeins of worsted weight yarn and knitting needles (size 7or 8, preferably bamboo or wood) to our new meeting room. We are going to try and knit a simple scarf! Anyone can do this! Teenagers are welcome!

 Patrons with further questions can enter the website at http://www.sclsnj.org.  The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

Dealing with Depression

Michelle Ten Eyck, M.S.W., L.C.S.W. is returning to Somerville Library to discuss some aspects of depression. The event will take place on January 18 from 2:30-3:30PM. The Somerville Library is situated on 35 West End Avenue in Somerville.

This program will help identify the physical and emotional symptoms of depression. Michelle will discuss the treatment options for depression and will inform us about the depression scale. There will also be a chance for questions.

Patrons with further questions can register on our website at http://www.sclsnj.org. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

ACA Information and Help at SCLS Continues

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) is in place, having taken effect January 1, 2014.  Those who do not purchase health insurance by March 31, 2014 will be subject to a financial penalty.  The Somerset County Library System (SCLS) continues to host information and enrollment assistance sessions for individuals, families and small business owners at all ten branches through at least March, 2014.

The times and branch location information is as follows:
Bound Brook Library
Thursdays, 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Bridgewater Library
Tuesdays, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wednesdays, 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Hillsborough Library
Saturdays, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Manville Library
Mondays, 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Mary Jacobs Library
Thursdays, 3:30 PM – 8:00 PM
North Plainfield Library
Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Peapack Gladstone Library
1st Saturday of the month, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
 3rd Wednesday of the month, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Somerville Library
1/14/2014, 3:00 PM – 6:30 PM
2/11/2014, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
3/11/2014, 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Warren Library
2/3/14, 2/19/14, 3/3/14, 3/19/14,:30 PM – 8:00 PM
3/11/14, 4:00 PM – 8:00 pm
Watchung Library
Fridays, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

The enrollment assistance programs are being offered for free to all Somerset County residents.  Partnering with CognoSante, on behalf of the US Department of Health, SCLS is offering this service to help local residents in obtaining the health care insurance coverage and information they may need.

Information that applicants will need to bring in order to complete the enrollment process includes:
Current healthcare insurance (if applicable) and policy numbers
Information about health care coverage available through current jobs
Social security numbers (or documentation for legal immigrants)
Household income
Employer and income information verification for every member of household requiring coverage (pay stubs or W-2 forms are acceptable)

“We recognized a need for navigating through the ACA process as it is often confusing.  By partnering with CognoSante, we are happy to provide this service,” noted Mun Hwa Chen, head of adult services.
Patrons with further questions can call SCLS at (908)526-4016 extension 105 or visit the website at http://www.sclsnj.org.  The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.


Monday, January 13, 2014

Organize Your Photos: Out of the Box and Into Your Life

January 21, 2014 at 7:00 p.m.
Bound Brook Library
402 E. High St.
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 356-0043
Directions: http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/boundbrook.htm

Do you have drawers or boxes of photos you never seem to get to? Do you have hundreds of digital photos on your computer or on memory devices? Certified professional organizer Amara Willey will share tips and secrets to get both your print and digital photos organized and to start enjoying the memories. Learn a system to organize all your photos – out of the boxes and into your life. Discover ways to keep your photos safe from loss and oxidation.

This program is free and open to the public. Registration is requested. Call (732) 356-0043 to sign up or click on http://www.libraryinsight.net/eventdetails.asp?jx=jbp&lmx=371506&v=3 to register online.

Patrons with further questions can call the Bound Brook Library at (732) 356-0043 or enter the website at http://www.sclsnj.org. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

MyMedSchedule Demonstration by Donna Brooten

Thursday, February 6th, 2014 at 1:00 pm
Peapack & Gladstone Library
The Peapack & Gladstone Municipal Complex
1 School Street,
Peapack, NJ 07977
(908) 234-0598

Donna Brooten, Director of Client Relations for MedActionPlan.com, will be at the Peapack & Gladstone Library to demonstrate how you can create your own personal medication list or a medication list for anyone under your care using the free online tool MyMedSchedule.

MyMedSchedule is a personal medication chart that clearly shows the times you should take each medication or supplement and how much to take. It’s easy to update and can be printed in a variety of sizes and formats. Users can even have text messages sent directly to their phone reminding them when to take their pills and when to refill prescriptions. It is also useful for doctors’ appointments and hospital visits.

Anyone who wishes to attend this program is asked to come prepared with their prescriptions and dosage instructions so that they can set up a MyMedSchedule after the demonstration. (A list of prescriptions including the names and dosage instructions would also be acceptable).

Registration is required for this event and can be completed in person at the library's circulation desk, via the online calendar at http://tinyurl.com/khq5fan, by calling the library at (908) 234-0598, or emailing Adult Services Librarian Diane Hahn at dhahn@sclibnj.org.

The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Manville, Hillsborough, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung. For more information, visit http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/.

Friday, January 10, 2014

ESL Conversation Class

When: Tuesday, January 28 – Tuesday, April 1
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Bound Brook Library
402 E. High St.
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 356-0043
Directions: http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/boundbrook.htm

What: Join the conversation and practice building confidence in everyday interactions and conversations.

This group is free and open to intermediate and advanced English language learners.

Where: Bound Brook Library
How: Sign up in the library or call (732) 356-0043. Registration required.

Jointly sponsored by the Somerset County Library System and the Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County.

Patrons with further questions can call the Bound Brook Library at (732) 356-0043 or enter the website at http://www.sclsnj.org. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

Thursday, January 9, 2014

Retirement Planning @ Warren Library

Living your Way: Planning for Income in Retirement

Tuesday, January 14 at 7 pm
Warren Township Library
42 Mountain Boulevard
Warren, NJ 07059
908-754-5554

A successful retirement requires clear goals, careful planning and diligence.  Now is the time to learn how to create a retirement income game plan that incorporates sound investment strategies, current retirement realities and what retirement means to you.

Gregory Summers II, a Financial Advisor with Morgan Stanley, will discuss why retirement planning is important, how to set retirement goals, factors that affect savings, how to best maximize social security, ways to protect savings from inflation and finding the best health care for your retirement.

Registration is required.  To register online please click on this link bit.ly/JKNctJ or call 908-754-5554 ext 32 for more information or assistance with registration.

Information about Library services and resources is available at the Library’s website at http://www.sclsnj.org or by calling the Warren Library at 908-754-5554. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung

Tuesday, January 7, 2014

Somerset County Photography Club - January Meetings

Tuesday, January 14 at 7:00 p.m.
Bound Brook Library
402 E. High St.
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 356-0043
Directions: http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/boundbrook.htm

This meeting will be devoted to 3 Competitions:
• Latches, Handles & Hinges, and Open
• Weather
• Open

Tuesday, January 28 at 7:00 p.m.

 Presentation: "Architecture", by Anthony Bianciella

The Somerset County Photography Club (SCPC) meets at the Bound 
Brook Memorial Library the 2nd and 4th Tuesday evenings each month at
7:00 p.m. (September through June).

For more information about the Club, specific requirements for entering competitions and how to participate in programs go to the Club’s website, http://somersetcountyphoto.99k.org/index.htm or call (732) 469-8481.

Patrons with further questions can call the Bound Brook Library at (732) 356-0043 or enter the website at http://www.sclsnj.org. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

New Year, No Clutter: 5 Minute Ideas to Get a Fresh Start

Tuesday, January 14 at 7:00 p.m.
Bound Brook Library
402 E. High St.
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 356-00463
Directions: http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/boundbrook.htm

Want to start the New Year off on a clutter-free note?

Join Jamie Novak, bestselling author and organizing specialist for an evening of organizing tips and tricks to purge the piles of paperwork, clear the closets, and streamline your life!

Jamie knows you're busy which is why most of her mini projects can be completed during the commercial break while watching your favorite television show. Get a fresh start this year with this not to be missed program.

This program is free and open to the public. Registration is requested. Call (732) 356-0043 to sign up or click on http://www.libraryinsight.net/eventdetails.asp?jx=jbp&lmx=370326&v=3 to register online.

Patrons with further questions can call the Bound Brook Library at (732) 356-0043 or enter the website at http://www.sclsnj.org/. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

Become A Tutor Information Sessions

Wednesday, January 8 at 11:00 am
Tuesday, January 14 at 7:00 pm

Bound Brook Library
402 E. High St.
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 356-00463
Directions: http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/boundbrook.htm

Imagine a life without the ability to read, speak or understand English well. Everyday tasks like reading the mail, writing a note to a teacher, or having phone conversations are overwhelmingly difficult.

Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County is a non-profit organization that provides one-on-one and small group tutoring to functionally illiterate adults.

The need for literacy tutors in Somerset County is great, and there are many people waiting for a tutor.

Join representatives from LVSC for an information session to learn more.

Visit the LVSC website: www.literacysomerset.org.

This program is free and open to the public. Registration is requested. Call (732) 356-0043 to sign up or click on one of the two links below to register online.


Patrons with further questions can call the Bound Brook Library at (732) 356-0043 or enter the website at http://www.sclsnj.org/. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung

Monday, January 6, 2014

The Garden State: Where Ideas Grow

New Jersey History Comes Alive!

Tuesday, January 14 at 7PM
 Hillsborough Public Library 
Program Room B
379 South Branch Road
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
908-369-2200

Band- Aids, movies,  color television, bubble wrap, barcodes, and the modern submarine. What do all of these things have in common? Give up? They were all invented in the great state of New Jersey!  Author and New Jersey historian, Linda J. Barth will present.

Linda most recently presented at the Hillsborough library "The History of the Delaware & Raritan Canal" and she is back for another interesting and informative program about our state.

Adults and Young Adults Welcome!

Register NOW by clicking here. You can also register or ask questions by calling (908) 369-2200 ext.13, or visit our website at www.sclsnj.org.

The Hillsborough Library is on Facebook and Twitter! Get information on our programs and events!
The Hillsborough Library is part of the Somerset County Library System. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack and Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township, and Watchung.

Programs @ The Hillsborough Public Library

Hillsborough Public Library
379 South Branch Rd.
Hillsborough, NJ  08844
908-369-2200

It's the new year! Time to sign up for some of our great programs! We have something for everyone at the Hillsborough Public Library:

  • First Look Books - TODAY at 5 p.m.
  • Friends of the Library Book Discussion: "The Burgess Boys" by Elizabeth Strout - Tuesday, January 7 at 7:30 p.m.
  • RVCC Information Session - Wednesday, January 8 starting at 5 p.m.
  • Book Discussion: "To Marry an English Lord" by Gail MacColl - Thursday, January 9 at 3 p.m.
  • Mindfulness: Overcoming Stress, Anxiety, Fear and Unhappiness - Thursday, January 9 at 7 p.m.
  • Friday Night Movie: "Prisoners" starring Hugh Jackman - Friday, January 10 at 7 p.m.
  • Lego Club - Saturday, January 11 at 3 p.m.
  • Fit in Fitness - Thursday, January 16 at 7 p.m.
  • Listen to a Good Book Lately? - Wednesday, January 22 at 7 p.m.
  • New Year, New You: The Power of Positive Thinking - Thursday, January 23 at 7 p.m.
  • Introduction to Self-Publishing, Part 1 - Tuesday, January 28 at 7 p.m.
  • Job Hunting Through the Library's Home Page - Wednesday, January 29 at 7 p.m.

These are just a small sample of all the programs we have to offer!! Check out these programs and MORE by visiting our website at www.sclsnj.org or calling (908) 369-2200 ext 12.

The Hillsborough Library is on Facebook and Twitter! Get information on our programs and events!

The Hillsborough Library is part of the Somerset County Library System. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack and Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township, and Watchung.

Friday, January 3, 2014

All SCLS Branches Have Delayed Opening On Friday, January 3 Due to Weather

Bridgewater, NJ.  January 3, 2014, 8:00 am. – Due to poor weather conditions, all ten branches of the Somerset County Library System (SCLS) will open late, Friday, January 3 at 1 pm.

Please call the local branch and visit the library’s website at http://www.sclsnj.org for additional information.  The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.


Thursday, January 2, 2014

SCLS Library Commission Meeting Rescheduled to January 15

Bridgewater, NJ.  January 2, 2014. – Due to a forecast of inclement weather for this evening, Thursday, January 2, 2104, the Library Commission Meeting has been canceled.  The meeting will be held instead on Wednesday, January 15 at 7 pm in the Silverstein Conference Room at the Bridgewater Library.  The Library is located at 1 Vogt Drive in Bridgewater, NJ.  The phone number is (908) 526-4016.

Patrons with further questions can call SCLS at (908) 526-4016 or visit the website at http://www.sclsnj.org.  The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack & Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township and Watchung.

HHS Club Fair @ The Hillsborough Library

Saturday, January 4
1 pm to 3:30 pm
Hillsborough Public Library
Program Room A
379 South Branch Rd.
Hillsborough, NJ  08844
908-369-2200

Curious about the clubs that Hillsborough High School has to offer? Then come to our Club Fair! Students from more than 25 clubs at HHS will be on hand to give you information and talk about why they love their groups.

This program is great for current high school students wanting to branch out, and also for ARIS and HMS students looking towards their future! Siblings and parents are encouraged to attend as well.

There will be fun activities, games, and LOTS of prizes donated by the following local businesses: Angelo's, Applebee's, EarthFruits Yogurt, Hillsborough Star Diner, Just Subs, SaladWorks, Smoothie King, Stop & Shop and Super Sundaes!

Register NOW by clicking here, or just stop by. If you have questions, please call (908) 369-2200 ext.14, or visit our website at www.sclsnj.org.

The Hillsborough Library is on Facebook and Twitter! Get information on our programs and events!

The Hillsborough Library is part of the Somerset County Library System. The Somerset County Library System has branches in Bridgewater, Bound Brook, Hillsborough, Manville, at the Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield, Peapack and Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township, and Watchung.