Wednesday, November 13, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Bound Brook Library
402 E. High St.
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 356-0043
Directions: http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/boundbrook.htm
A representative from Raritan Valley Community College will be at the library to distribute information and answer your questions about the college.
This program is free and open to the public. Registration is requested. Call (732) 356-0043 or click on http://www.libraryinsight.net/eventdetails.asp?jx=jbp&lmx=359448&v=3 to sign up.
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.
Friday, November 8, 2013
Photo Tips for Better Pics
Thursday, November 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
Well-known New Jeresey photographer and author, Walter Choroszewski brings his expertise and humor for an informal & fun 'Back-to-Basics' photo class.
Don't put your camera on 'auto.' Learn how to use the following features on your camera:
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=305327&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.
Bound Brook Library
402 E. High St.
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 356-0043
Directions: http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/boundbrook.htm
Well-known New Jeresey photographer and author, Walter Choroszewski brings his expertise and humor for an informal & fun 'Back-to-Basics' photo class.
Don't put your camera on 'auto.' Learn how to use the following features on your camera:
- Lenses
- Depth of Field
- Angle of Coverage
- ISO
- f-stops
- Aperture
- Shutter Speeds
- Lighting
- Composition
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=305327&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.
Somerville Library presents: The Great Public Gardens of New Jersey
November 14th
7 pm
Somerville Public Library
35 West End Avenue
Somerville, NJ
(908)725-1336
The Master Gardeners of Somerest and Hunterdon Counties are returning to Somerville Library,on November 14th at 7:00pm
There will be a presentation on the Great Public Gardens of New Jersey.
Enjoy a pictorial visit to several New jersey public gardens in each glorious season. Learn a brief history of each garden.
All of the gardens that will discussed lie within a day's trip. Ruth Claus will be our presenter at this program
The Somerville Library is part of the Somerset County Library System. Patrons with further questions can call the Somerville Public Library at (908)725-1336 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 and Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township, and Watchung.
7 pm
Somerville Public Library
35 West End Avenue
Somerville, NJ
(908)725-1336
The Master Gardeners of Somerest and Hunterdon Counties are returning to Somerville Library,on November 14th at 7:00pm
There will be a presentation on the Great Public Gardens of New Jersey.
Enjoy a pictorial visit to several New jersey public gardens in each glorious season. Learn a brief history of each garden.
All of the gardens that will discussed lie within a day's trip. Ruth Claus will be our presenter at this program
The Somerville Library is part of the Somerset County Library System. Patrons with further questions can call the Somerville Public Library at (908)725-1336 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 and Gladstone, Somerville, Warren Township, and Watchung.
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Down the Rabbit Hole of Illustration
Tuesday, November 5 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
Bill Sonic has been an illustrator for about 20 years.
He has created and worked his way through the intriguing categories of T-shirts and greeting cards to The Holy Grail of Illustradom, being a Syndicated Editorial Artist for two major newspapers.
He's taught Big People how to draw what they see, and Little People how to draw from their imaginations!
So, no matter if you are an aspiring artist, a creative doodler and dabbler, an older person with a kid trapped inside, ( all of us have a kid in there) or an actual Kid then feel free to join us. Come laugh, share, participate or not here at The Bound Brook Library on The Night of The Full Moon.
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=329867&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.
Bound Brook Library
402 E. High St.
Bound Brook, NJ 08805
(732) 356-0043
Directions: http://www.somerset.lib.nj.us/boundbrook.htm
He has created and worked his way through the intriguing categories of T-shirts and greeting cards to The Holy Grail of Illustradom, being a Syndicated Editorial Artist for two major newspapers.
He's taught Big People how to draw what they see, and Little People how to draw from their imaginations!
So, no matter if you are an aspiring artist, a creative doodler and dabbler, an older person with a kid trapped inside, ( all of us have a kid in there) or an actual Kid then feel free to join us. Come laugh, share, participate or not here at The Bound Brook Library on The Night of The Full Moon.
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=329867&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.
Peapack & Gladstone Library November 2013 Adult Program Highlights
Peapack & Gladstone Library
Peapack & Gladstone Municipal Complex
School Street
Peapack, NJ
908-234-0598
Fresh Fiction Database Demonstration
Wednesday, November 6th
7:30pm, Conference Room #1
Fresh Fiction compiles daily a list of books highlighted on popular radio and TV shows. Learn how to use this database and get started on your quest for new titles to read!
Movie Showing: Mud
Thursday, November 7th
12:30pm, Council Room
Two boys, Ellis and his best friend Neckbone, find a mysterious man named Mud hiding out on a deserted island in the Mississippi. Mud tells the boys fantastic stories about his life, including how he killed a man in Texas and vengeful bounty hunters are coming to get him. He says he is planning to meet and escape with the love of his life, Juniper. The boys agree to help him, but it isn't long until their small town is besieged by bounty hunters out for blood. {Summary from Syndetic Solutions}
Cast: Matthew McConaughey, Tye Sheridan, Jacob Lofland, and Reese Witherspoon
Rating: PG-13
Running Time: 130 minutes
Sponsored by the Friends of Peapack & Gladstone Library
Keepers: Author Talk with Caroline Campion
Tuesday, November 12th
7:00pm, Conference Room #1
Local author Caroline Campion, a Peapack & Gladstone resident, joins us to discuss her recently released cookbook with Kathy Brennan, Keepers: Two Home Cooks Share Their Tried-and-True Weeknight Recipes and the Secrets to Happiness in the Kitchen. Caroline will be sharing her favorite memories and tips from the kitchen as well as some of the publishing wisdom she has learned from her experience as a magazine editor for GoodHousekeeping, GQ, Saveur, and Glamour, creator of the award winning food blog www.DevilAndEgg.com, and now as a first-time author. She will also be selling and signing copies of her book and answering questions.
All attendees of the program are invited to bring a copy of the recipe for their own keeper, a dish that has proven for them to be a “brag-worthy, reliable, crowd-pleasing recipe” to share with the group. In addition, we will be giving away two copies of Keepers and other great prizes from Urban Cottage. Light refreshments will also be available.
Sponsored by the Friends of Peapack & Gladstone Library
Fresh Fiction Database Demonstration
Monday, November 18th
1:00pm, Conference Room #1
Fresh Fiction compiles daily a list of books highlighted on popular radio and TV shows. Learn how to use this database and get started on your quest for new titles to read!
Keeping Your Mind Sharp: Cognitive Fitness
with Cristina Klymasz
Tuesday, November 19th
7:00pm, Council Room
Join us at the library for this presentation by occupational therapist Cristina Klymasz and learn how to improve cognitive abilities for daily life. Topics discussed will include an overview on the types of physical exercise, how diet affects cognitive abilities, and brain stimulating activities that can help improve cognitive functioning. Ideas for cognitive exercises will be reviewed and listeners will walk away with some great ideas and resources. An overview of Kessler’s Cognitive Rehabilitation Dementia program will also be provided.
Cristina Klymasz is an occupational therapist at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation in the Cognitive Rehabilitation Program. She has inpatient and outpatient experience with brain injury, MS, stroke, and Parkinson's Disease. Her speciality is in cognitive rehabilitation and she is a Certified Brain Injury Specialist. She is published in occupational therapy journals, such as OT Practice.
Mix it Up: Cookie Jars
Thursday, November 21st
7:30pm, Conference Room #1
Make your winter baking a little more organized and convenient as when we create mixes for your favorite cookies in mason jars. They also make great gifts for the holidays! The library will supply all the ingredients and supplies needed.
Sponsored by the Friends of Peapack & Gladstone Library
Movie Showing: The Great Gatsby
Tuesday, November 26th
12:30pm, Conference Room #1
A would-be writer, Nick Carraway leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and skyrocketing stocks. Chasing his own American dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves, and deceits {summary from Syndetic Solutions}.
Cast: Leonardo Dicaprio, Carey Mulligan, Tobey Maguire, Joel Edgerton, and Isla Fisher
Rating: PG-13
Running Time: 142 minutes
Sponsored by the Friends of Peapack & Gladstone Library
To register for any of these programs or for more information contact
Diane Hahn at dhahn@sclibnj.org or 908-234-0598.
Peapack & Gladstone Municipal Complex
School Street
Peapack, NJ
908-234-0598
Fresh Fiction Database Demonstration
Wednesday, November 6th
7:30pm, Conference Room #1
Fresh Fiction compiles daily a list of books highlighted on popular radio and TV shows. Learn how to use this database and get started on your quest for new titles to read!
Movie Showing: Mud
Thursday, November 7th
12:30pm, Council Room
Two boys, Ellis and his best friend Neckbone, find a mysterious man named Mud hiding out on a deserted island in the Mississippi. Mud tells the boys fantastic stories about his life, including how he killed a man in Texas and vengeful bounty hunters are coming to get him. He says he is planning to meet and escape with the love of his life, Juniper. The boys agree to help him, but it isn't long until their small town is besieged by bounty hunters out for blood. {Summary from Syndetic Solutions}
Cast: Matthew McConaughey, Tye Sheridan, Jacob Lofland, and Reese Witherspoon
Rating: PG-13
Running Time: 130 minutes
Sponsored by the Friends of Peapack & Gladstone Library
Keepers: Author Talk with Caroline Campion
Tuesday, November 12th
7:00pm, Conference Room #1
Local author Caroline Campion, a Peapack & Gladstone resident, joins us to discuss her recently released cookbook with Kathy Brennan, Keepers: Two Home Cooks Share Their Tried-and-True Weeknight Recipes and the Secrets to Happiness in the Kitchen. Caroline will be sharing her favorite memories and tips from the kitchen as well as some of the publishing wisdom she has learned from her experience as a magazine editor for GoodHousekeeping, GQ, Saveur, and Glamour, creator of the award winning food blog www.DevilAndEgg.com, and now as a first-time author. She will also be selling and signing copies of her book and answering questions.
All attendees of the program are invited to bring a copy of the recipe for their own keeper, a dish that has proven for them to be a “brag-worthy, reliable, crowd-pleasing recipe” to share with the group. In addition, we will be giving away two copies of Keepers and other great prizes from Urban Cottage. Light refreshments will also be available.
Sponsored by the Friends of Peapack & Gladstone Library
Fresh Fiction Database Demonstration
Monday, November 18th
1:00pm, Conference Room #1
Fresh Fiction compiles daily a list of books highlighted on popular radio and TV shows. Learn how to use this database and get started on your quest for new titles to read!
Keeping Your Mind Sharp: Cognitive Fitness
with Cristina Klymasz
Tuesday, November 19th
7:00pm, Council Room
Join us at the library for this presentation by occupational therapist Cristina Klymasz and learn how to improve cognitive abilities for daily life. Topics discussed will include an overview on the types of physical exercise, how diet affects cognitive abilities, and brain stimulating activities that can help improve cognitive functioning. Ideas for cognitive exercises will be reviewed and listeners will walk away with some great ideas and resources. An overview of Kessler’s Cognitive Rehabilitation Dementia program will also be provided.
Cristina Klymasz is an occupational therapist at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation in the Cognitive Rehabilitation Program. She has inpatient and outpatient experience with brain injury, MS, stroke, and Parkinson's Disease. Her speciality is in cognitive rehabilitation and she is a Certified Brain Injury Specialist. She is published in occupational therapy journals, such as OT Practice.
Mix it Up: Cookie Jars
Thursday, November 21st
7:30pm, Conference Room #1
Make your winter baking a little more organized and convenient as when we create mixes for your favorite cookies in mason jars. They also make great gifts for the holidays! The library will supply all the ingredients and supplies needed.
Sponsored by the Friends of Peapack & Gladstone Library
Movie Showing: The Great Gatsby
Tuesday, November 26th
12:30pm, Conference Room #1
A would-be writer, Nick Carraway leaves the Midwest and comes to New York City in the spring of 1922, an era of loosening morals, glittering jazz, bootleg kings, and skyrocketing stocks. Chasing his own American dream, Nick lands next door to a mysterious, party-giving millionaire, Jay Gatsby. It is thus that Nick is drawn into the captivating world of the super rich, their illusions, loves, and deceits {summary from Syndetic Solutions}.
Cast: Leonardo Dicaprio, Carey Mulligan, Tobey Maguire, Joel Edgerton, and Isla Fisher
Rating: PG-13
Running Time: 142 minutes
Sponsored by the Friends of Peapack & Gladstone Library
To register for any of these programs or for more information contact
Diane Hahn at dhahn@sclibnj.org or 908-234-0598.
Pilgrims and Gangsters at Warren Library this week
On Thursday, November 7 at 7 pm, actor David Emerson will portray Stephen Hopkins from the Mayflower. Hopkins was no Saint (as the separatist founders of Plimoth Colony referred to their congregation, the Church of Saints), but his previous experience in the New World made him a useful and respected member of the group of New England settlers popularly known as “the Pilgrims.” Find out about the politics, religion, economics, Native American relations, and social life of the first permanent settlement in New England from his unique perspective. To register online please click on this link http://bit.ly/1apoRi3.
On Saturday, November 9 at 2 pm, master storyteller Marc Mappen applies a generational perspective to the gangsters of the Prohibition era, who came to power with the Eighteenth Amendment. Today the names of these young men - Al Capone, Lucky Luciano, Nucky Johnson- are more familiar than ever, thanks in part to movie and cable TV programs such as Boardwalk Empire. Making use of FBI and other government files, trials transcripts, etc. Mappen's book provides a lively narrative of shootouts, car chases, courtroom clashes and rub-outs in the roaring 1920s, the Depression of the 1930s and beyond. 'Prohibition Gangsters' was featured in the New York Times. To read about it click on this link http://nyti.ms/15VqDbZ.
Marc Mappen is the Executive Director of the New Jersey Historical Commission, a professor at Rutgers University and the author of a number of books and articles about NJ. To register for this program online please click on this link http://bit.ly/186a7on.
Patrons with further questions may call the Warren Township Library at 908-754-5554 or visit the website at http://www.sclsnj.org. The Warren Twp Library is located at 42 Mountain Boulevard, Warren, NJ 07059. 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, November 1, 2013
Somerville Library presents:A Touch of Sinatra
November 7th, 6:30-7:30pm
Somerville Public Library
35 West End Avenue
Somerville, NJ
908-725-1336
Come to your newly renovated library to hear some very authentic Frank Sinatra music. This event will take place at the Somerville library, on November 7th, 6:30-7:30pm.This performance centers on the life and music of Frank Sinatra, the most popular singer of the twentieth century.
Donny Farraro will perform for us. He is the most authentic Sinatra singer in the music industry. Johnny Ray will perform at this presentation also. Joe Gilligan will narrate.
Come listen to old favorites like “New York, New York”, “Summer Wind” and “Witchcraft” and many more. All ages are welcome!
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.
Somerville Public Library
35 West End Avenue
Somerville, NJ
908-725-1336
Come to your newly renovated library to hear some very authentic Frank Sinatra music. This event will take place at the Somerville library, on November 7th, 6:30-7:30pm.This performance centers on the life and music of Frank Sinatra, the most popular singer of the twentieth century.
Donny Farraro will perform for us. He is the most authentic Sinatra singer in the music industry. Johnny Ray will perform at this presentation also. Joe Gilligan will narrate.
Come listen to old favorites like “New York, New York”, “Summer Wind” and “Witchcraft” and many more. All ages are welcome!
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.
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