UPDATE 5:30 pm 10/29: 4 SCLS Branches to Close 10/30/12

As of 5:30 pm, Monday, October 29, Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill, North Plainfield Library, Peapack & Gladstone Library and Watchung Library, branches of the Somerset County Library System (SCLS) will be closed on Tuesday, October 30 due to Hurricane Sandy.  Updates will be posted on each branch main phone line and on the SCLS website, www.sclsnj.org.  Further press alerts will also be sent out regarding further closures, delayed openings and the resumption of regularly scheduled hours.

SCLS branches scheduled to be closed on Tuesday, October 30:
• Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill
• North Plainfield Library
• Peapack & Gladstone Library
• Watchung Library

SCLS branches closed on Monday, October 29 are:
• Bound Brook Library
• Bridgewater Library
• Hillsborough Library
• Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill
• North Plainfield Library
• Somerville Library
• Peapack & Gladstone Library
• Warren Township Library
• Watchung Library

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.

8 out of 10 SCLS Libraries Closed on Monday, October 29

Eight of the ten Somerset County Library System’s (SCLS) branches will be closed on Monday, October 29 due to the impending Hurricane Sandy.  Updates will be posted on each branch main phone line and on the SCSL website, www.sclsnj.org.  Further press alerts will also be sent out regarding further closures, delayed openings and the resumption of regularly scheduled hours.

SCLS branches scheduled to be closed on Monday, October 29 are:
• Bound Brook Library
• Bridgewater Library
• Hillsborough Library
• Mary Jacobs Library in Rocky Hill
• North Plainfield Library
• Peapack & Gladstone Library
• Warren Township Library
• Watchung Library

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.

The Mary Jacobs Library presents Favorite Foods & Libations of Presidential Families

WHEN: Tuesday November 6 @ 7:00 PM

WHERE: Mary Jacobs Library - 64 Washington Street in Rocky Hill - Phone: 609-924-7073 ext 4.

Put aside partisan political views and look at the lighter side of the presidential office. Learn about some of the favorite foods and beverages of past presidential families. Learn how the Presidents entertained at State dinners and how they entertained family and friends.

Presenter Judith Krall-Russo has enjoyed a lifelong love of foods, especially embracing the rich agriculture of her home state-New Jersey. A tea expert and historian, she began studying the customs and traditions of this universal beverage 30 years ago. Snacks and tea will be served.

Registration is required.

To register online, click the link below.

http://www.libraryinsight.net/eventdetails.asp?jx=mjp&lmx=282662

For more information about any of our programs, or to register, visit us at 64 Washington Street in Rocky Hill or call 609-924-7073 ext 4, or online at 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.

"Three Ninja Pigs" at the Bridgewater Library

The Bridgewater Library presents...
Corey Rosen's "The Three Ninja Pigs"
Saturday, October 27th at 2pm

Bridgewater Library
1 Vogt Drive
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
908-526-4016 ext. 126
www.sclsnj.org

Join local author Corey Rosen Schwartz as she reads her latest book, 'The Three Ninja Pigs.'  When the big bad wolf threatens their village, three pigs sign up for different martial arts lessons to prepare to take him down. Pig One and Pig Two don't stick with their training, though, and are no match for their foe. But after practice and dedication, Pig Three becomes great at karate (including perfecting the perfect pork chop!) and saves the day.

Once Ms. Schwartz finishes her story the fun continues, as children will have the opportunity to learn some cool ninja moves of their own, as taught by Master Patrick from Somerville Martial Arts academy.

Sign up for this program by clicking here: http://bit.ly/Vr0dXK.

Patrons with further questions can call the Bridgewater Library at (908) 526-4016 ext. 126 or visit our website at 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.

"Things with Wings" at the Bridgewater Library

The Bridgewater Library presents...

"Things with Wings"
Tuesday, October 30th
from 4:30-5:30pm

Bridgewater Library
1 Vogt Drive
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
908-526-4016 ext. 126
www.sclsnj.org

Yum! Buffalo wings! Wait a minute, do buffalo have wings? Well, birds are not the only animals with wings. Discover who has wings and how they are used. Flying, singing, swimming, warming up and showing off are just some of the many reasons for wings. Activities may include a craft, a hike, and a game.

This program is sponsored by the Somerset County Parks Commission.

Sign up for this program by clicking here: http://bit.ly/SyOaYl.

Patrons with further questions can call the Bridgewater Library at (908) 526-4016 ext. 126 or visit our website at 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.

Haunted Transportation: Ghostly Sightings via Air, Land & Sea

Tuesday, October 30 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


A very scary presentation by: L'Aura Hladik, President of the NJ Ghosthunters Association and author of 'Ghosthunting New Jersey' & 'Ghosthunting New York City'.

You thought security was a nightmare at the airport! Wait until you hear about the ghostly results of Eastern Airlines flight 401 and phantom planes from Wales to Ohio to Pennsylvania.

Prefer rail travel? Think twice! From Gettysburg, PA to Pattenburg, NJ; there are tragic events that still travel along these forgotten rail lines.

Long before Princess Cruises, the 'Gray Ghost' floated on the ocean waters. Today the Queen Mary is docked in Long Beach, California along with her ghostly passengers. All along the American seaboard lovely lighthouses dot the landscape providing the guiding light to ships in the night and foggy air. However, some lighthouse keepers aren't corporeal, but are still at work keeping the light lit!

No matter which form of travel you favor, these haunting tales along with photos, audio and video clips will have you opting to sit home and watch the Travel Channel instead!

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=261562&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.

Bridgewater Library Closed Sunday, October 21 Due to Water Main Break

The Bridgewater Library is closed unexpectedly on Sunday, October 21 due to a water main break.  There is no water available in the facility, necessitating the closure.  The Hillsborough Library will be open during its regularly scheduled Sunday hours, 1 – 5 pm.

The Bridgewater Library is due to reopen on Monday, October 22 unless the emergency situation continues.  Please check the library’s main phone number – 908-526-4016 – and the Somerset County Library System (SCLS) website www.sclsnj.org, for updates.

Patrons with further questions can call SCLS at (908)526-4016 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.