Compass July-Aug-pdf.indd - South Brunswick Public Library
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Compass July-Aug-pdf.indd - South Brunswick Public Library
The N www.sbpl.info Your Guide To Discovery... Vol 22, Issue 4 South Brunswick Public Library Your Guide To Discovery... JULY - AUGUST, 2016 Join us for our 12th Annual Summer Reading Family Fun The Friends of the Library W e have a fun-filled summer planned for you with activities for all ages! This year’s summer reading theme is about exercising your mind and body. Check out the exciting workshops and events on our website www.sbpl.info/summer-reading Find extra music, games and giveaways this year at the Annual Summer Family Fun Festival on Saturday, July 9 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Beechwoods Park in Kendall Park. There will be free snacks, water, face painting, henna tattoos, balloon animals, crafts, and games. Also field game events for kids in grade 4 and up. Again this year Some non-profit community vendors will also be there to share information. Bring the family! Bring a friend! More information at www.sbpl.info/all-events LIBRARY DIRECTOR ELECTED AS NJLA’s NEW PRESIDENT A s of July 1, our director Chris Carbone takes the helm as the new President of the New Jersey Library Association. The Library Association, NJLA, is celebrating its 125th anniversary as the professional association for all library types and library workers in New Jersey. It is among the oldest library organizations in the United States. NJLA is a membership organization with approximately 1500 members from public, academic, school and special libraries. Headquartered with a small office in Trenton, the majority of the Association’s work is done through the volunteer efforts of its members. Chris currently serves as Chair of the NJLA Public Policy Committee and has held previous positions on the NJLA Executive Board as Secretary and Treasurer. (continued on page 3) JULY www.sbpl.info Highlights July 4 – Library Closed for the holiday July 5, July 21 – 10 a.m. Zen Coloring for Adults July 6 – 1:30 Adult Summer Reading Craft July 6 – 7:15 p.m. Weekly Summer ESL English Conversation begins July 7 – 6:30 p.m. Summer Film Festival: Mustang July 7 – 7 p.m. ESL Short Story Discussion Group meets July 9 – 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Family Fun Festival at Beechwoods Park July 10 – 2 p.m. Summer Film Festival: Mustang July 11 – 7:30 p.m. Monday Night Book Club July 12, 26 – 10 a.m. Knot Just for Knitters Meetup Group July 12 – 10:30 a.m. Resources for Jobseekers Workshop July 12 – 7 p.m. Family Summer Event: Life in the Universe July 13 - 1:30 p.m. Coffee and Conversation Book Club July 13 – 7 p.m. Tai Chi 6-class session begins July 13 – 7 p.m. Estate Planning Workshop July 14 – 6:30 p.m. Summer Film Festival: Joy July 17 – 2 p.m. Summer Film Festival: Joy July 19 – 1:30 p.m. Adult Summer Reading Craft July 19 - 7 p.m. Gaming for Grownups July 20 – Noon Dee’s Kitchen Lab: Smoothies July 21 – 6:30 p.m. Dee’s Kitchen Lab: Smoothies July 21 – 6:30 p.m. Summer Film Festival: The Wave July 22 - Karaoke Lip-Sync Battles July 24 – 2 p.m. Summer Film Festival: The Wave July 26 – 6:30 p.m. South Brunswick Historical Society meeting July 26 – 7 p.m. Bite Club, A Cookbook Book Club July 27 – 12:30 p.m. Lunchtime Learning Documentary Film Series July 28 – 1:30 p.m. Adult Summer Reading Craft July 28 – 6:30 p.m. Summer Film Festival: Race July 31 – 2 p.m. Summer Film Festival: Race AUGUST Aug. 1 – 7:30 p.m. Monday Night Book Club Aug. 2, Aug. 18 – 10 a.m. Zen Coloring for Adults Aug. Wednesdays - 7:15 p.m. Weekly Summer ESL English Conversation Aug. 3 – 1:30 p.m. Adult Summer Reading: Craft Aug. 4 – 6:30 p.m. Library Board of Trustees meeting Aug. 7 - 2 p.m. Summer Film Festival: My Name is Doris Aug. 9, 25 - Knot Just for Knitters Meetup Group Aug. 10 – 1:30 p.m. Adult Summer Reading: Craft Aug. 11 - 6:30 p.m. Summer Film Festival: My Name is Doris Aug. 11 – 7 p.m. ESL Short Story Discussion Group Aug. 14 - 2 p.m. Summer Film Festival: A La Vie Aug. 16 – 7 p.m. - Family Summer Event: Exploring Jupiter & Saturn Aug. 17 – Noon Dee’s Kitchen Lab: Summer’s No-Cook Meals Aug. 17 – 7 p.m. College Financial Planning Workshop Aug. 18 - 6:30 p.m. Summer Film Festival: A La Vie Aug. 18 – 6:30 p.m. Dee’s Kitchen Lab: Summer’s No-Cook Meals Aug. 20 – 2 p.m. Adult Summer Event: Prize Party! Aug. 23 – 7 p.m. Bite Club – A Cookbook Book Club Aug. 24 – 12:30 p.m. Lunchtime Documentary Film Series For Technology Classes see page 6 and for Adult Summer Reading Events see page 7. For details visit www.sbpl.info/all-events Dear Friends, Summertime! We hope all of you have a sunny season filled with all your favorite things. For me, nothing is better than chilling with a fabulous book. If you did not have a chance to pick up a pile or two at our Hot-Booksin-the-Summer-Sun Book Sale, it is not too late. There are always books available for you both through our Ongoing Book Sale and through a loan from our well-rounded collection. In addition to reading, make certain to participate in all of our events and classes. We have summer reading programs available for all ages, including fun festivals and performers, in addition to a myriad of other offerings. Please use the form below or go online www.sbpl.info/friends/join to BE A FRIEND for 2016 or RENEW your Friendship for 2016 if you are already a Friend. Thank you. Friendship Sign-Up Form I want to support the Library by becoming a Friend of the South Brunswick Library . Join as a ... Buddy Family Friends Patrons For.. $10 $25 $50 Circle of Friends $100 Best Friends $150 Life Long Friends $300 You will receive... Library Coupons Double Library Coupons Double Coupons + Tote Bag + $10 Book Sale coupon Double Coupons + Canvas Bag + $10 Book Sale coupon Double Coupons + Canvas Bag + $10 Book Sale coupon + Bookopoly Double Coupons every year + $10 Book Sale coupon + 1 Leaf on the Giving Tree NAME______________________________________________________________ PHONE______________________E-MAIL _______________________________ ADDRESS__________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ ZIP__________ Please send your check payable to The Friends of the South Brunswick Library to: Friendship Chairperson, Friends of the South Brunswick Public Library 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852 Contributions may be tax-deductible. If you could also contribute some of your time, please indicate your preference(s): ____ Programs ____ Book Sales ____ Mailings ____ Library Volunteer Thank you for your support! * Additional names of Book Sale Volunteers These names came in late. Thank you to the following helpers as well. Padmini Balakrishnan, Apurva Bapat, Nalini Byri, Barbara Carroll, May Chen, Michelle Crudup, Marci Feldheim, Ritu Gandhi, Darshi Gramage, Ranjana Gupta, Bob Holland, Elaine Mavanger, Jyoti Malkan, Aarti Mantri, Tom Mead, Joe Melton, Heather Menzel, George Miller, Matt Mulligan, Saritha Narahari, Edith Neimark, Anne Paskow, Anjana Patel, Praneeth Rajalingari, Phyllis Roney, Nina Virk, Robert Weidis Thank you! 2 Elaine Tse is the winner of our Friends Membership Door Prize Basket. Congratulations. If you have not yet joined the Friends, it is never too late. We need and welcome you whether you want to be an active member or just show your support. Cindy Becker, our Friendship Chair is looking forward to hearing from you. We especially want to thank all of the Friends who helped make our June book sale an astounding success. Bob Holland gets special applause for leading a new focus on book acquisition and volunteer workforce which resulted in a record breaking sale. Yay to our book-buying patrons and to the following fabulous Friends: Aaron Bansul; Cindy Becker; Srikant Bhat; Donna Burzynski; Daniel Butchen; Chris Carbone; Gary Catano; Ria Chandra; Rithvik Chekuri; Saleena Davidson; Gary Edelman; Rosemary Gohd; Gilda Gildenberg; Jackie Gminder; Siddhant Gogwekar; Wendy Heisler; Anuradha Kadam; Deeksha Koonadi; Ceil Leedom; Navina Magesh Kumar; Shiven Kumar; Subramanden Lakshmaran; Dan Maltby; Shweta Murali; Swapnil Napuri; Shrikant Nayak; Adam Ng; Padmini; Cindy Praskasch; Sukanya Puthur; Praneeth Rajalingavi; Noor Rasheed; Katharine Ritterman; Saul Ritterman; Lease Ruddick; Ruth Ruddick; Susan Santowasso; Priyanka Sarkhel; Viji Savithri; Krishna Satti; Geraldine Stover; Robert Straub; Elaine Tarnofsky; Nina Vak; Iris Zehnacker. *Additional names Baubles, Bangles and Beads Sale, will be held at our Open House in December. If you have something to donate, please bring it to the Library and tell the Staff that it is for the Friends. Make room in your jewelry box and curio while helping us raise some funds in the process. Geri Stover and Luda Bakunovich are the Chairs. Also at the Open House, we are planning an International Food Festival Fund Raiser. Watch for details. Our meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at the Library. We are on summer hiatus. Please join us at our September meeting on the second Tuesday. Fondly, Susan Edelman, President of the Friends of the Library * Inspire * Empower * Discover * Connect MUTICULTURAL AWARD SBPL was one of three libraries in the state recently recognized at the New Jersey Library Association Annual Conference in May for its multicultural programming, specifically our Community Cultural Conversations events. Each library received a $1,000 award. Director Chris Carbone accepted the award for SBPL from NJ State Librarian Mary Chute. As part of SBPL’s strategic planning process, the Library Board of Trustees has adopted the above as the Library’s new, updated mission. Coming Soon! hoopla Digital Collections! The Board has also adopted a vision statement, or an aspirational description of what it is that we are working to achieve. Our vision is that: These statements set the foundation for what SBPL does, what services we provide and what guides our strategic goals and decision-making. Through our membership in the Libraries of Middlesex Automation Consortium, SBPL cardholders will soon have access to instantly borrow free digital movies, music, eBooks and more, 24/7. Bringing you hundreds of thousands of movies, full music albums, audiobooks and more, hoopla is a revolutionary digital service made possible through SBPL and LMxAC. The Library’s new strategic plan has four areas that SBPL will be emphasizing for further development and focus. They are: Community Engagement and Outreach, Content Management, Marketing and Public Awareness and Technology and Digital Literacy. From Hollywood blockbusters to best selling artists and authors – not just the hits, but the niche and hard-to-find as well – you’ll soon discover that hoopla provides you the freedom you’ve been searching for to experience, explore and enjoy what you want, when you want, and where you want. We look forward to continuously improving our service to the community and providing virtual and in-person services that foster learning, self-improvement and connecting with you and your neighbors! Simple to access and use, without the hassle of having to return the items you’ve borrowed, all you need is your library card, a web browser, smart phone or tablet to get started. SBPL will be the foremost education, social and technology center providing opportunities for discovery and connecting our community. Information on setting up a free account with hoopla will soon be available at the library and on our website www.sbpl.info ! Library Director... IT’S BINGO TIME!!! Playing Bingo this summer will take you on a journey of discovery to not so far off libraries and a great many prizes! Get your playing cards at South Brunswick Public Library or Bookmobile beginning June 15 and play through Aug. 15. continued from the cover. The Association provides numerous professional development opportunities for library staff throughout the year, hosts an annual Spring Conference, and advocates on behalf of New Jersey’s libraries. The consortium LMxAC (Libraries of Middlesex Automation Consortium) is celebrating its 30th anniversary with an uncommon game of Bingo. This game is of course designed to encourage book borrowing and such, but it also will help users of its member libraries, such as SBPL, get to know each other a little better. “I have found such inspiration and great mentors through NJLA, which has given me many opportunities to work with numerous talented colleagues throughout the state. I’ve learned and continue to learn so much that I can bring back to SBPL to help our Library keep moving forward. It’s an honor to be selected by my peers to lead our Association and I’m very excited for the challenges and achievements of the coming year,” Carbone shared. To participate, players can earn stamps by activities including visiting a library in the consortium and borrowing a library item. The activities can be done at any library in the consortium. Six stamps in a row in any one direction wins the player a gift card from a national chain store. If you fill the entire card, you’ll win a gift card plus a chance to be entered into a drawing for an iPad mini. Visit the Borrower Services Desk or the Bookmobile today to get your LMxAC Bingo Card and start playing to win! 3 No registration for teen programs listed unless stated otherwise. For more information about programs and events for Teens, please call Saleena Davidson, young adult librarian, at 732-329-4000, ext. 7634. For more information on teen programs, go to “SBPL teens” on Facebook or www.sbpl.info. You can also contact Saleena at [email protected] Movie for Teens in YA Reading Room & Lounge. Snacks provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.Saturday, July 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. - Jumanji (Grades 6-12) The movie is about a board game that comes to life. Friday, July 22 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.- The Princess Bride (Grades 7-12). It has pirates, princesses, true love, and battles! Gaming Fun (Grades 6-12) Saturdays: July 2, 19 from 2 to 4 p.m. Meeting Room A/B Play a variety of games on Wii, Wii U, and Xbox 360. Coding Class (Tween/Teen) Class 1: July 14 - Demonstration of how to build a Snitch (with real moving parts!) Create things that fly with magnetics. Class 2: July 21 - Demonstration of the science behind building an Invisibility Cloak; potions fun for everyone (real science that seems like magic). Attend one or both classes. By SBHS teens. Tacos for Everyone! (Grades 7-12) Friday, July 15 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Café at the Library There are endless ways to make a taco (vegetarian, beef, or fish). Enjoy! Obstacle Course (Grades 7-12) Saturday, July 16 from 1 to 3 p.m. Off Site: Beechwoods Park Join us at Beech Woods Park (off Beekman Road) for a ton of fun obstacles and games. Challenge yourself, see how you well you do! Wednesdays: July 6, 13, 20, 27; Aug. 3 from 5 to 6 p.m. SMART Lab This class series is an introduction to computer science and coding. Students will learn the basics of Pascal, encompassing the layout of a program, if-then statements, for-loops, and more. Class is taught by SBHS students. Murder Mystery Dinner Minecraft Contest Challenge (Grades 6-12) Smoothie Fun (Grades 7-12) Wednesday, July 6 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Quiet Study/Computer Lab (behind the Information Desk) Details of the type of Minecraft Contest Challenge will not be announced ahead of time, but it will be fun! There is a limited number of computers, so bring your own if you wish. You should have a working Minecraft Account (or try one of the Library’s two accounts) to play. Make your own stuffies (Grades 7-12) Thursday, July 7 from 4 to 6 p.m. Cafe at the Library All materials will be supplied. We will be using hot glue and needles/thread. Dodgeball (Grades 7-12) Friday, July 8 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Library Lawn Join us on the front lawn of the Library for a low-key and fun game of dodgeball. Weather permitting. LEGO Hunger Games (Grades 5-12) Tuesday, July 12 from 5 to 6 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B and the Ellen Gambatese Room May the odds be ever in your favor! Space is limited. First-come, first-seated. To avoid disruption to the flow of this instructional workshop, late-comers will not be admitted. This workshop is open to South Brunswick Public Library cardholding families. Dungeons & Fandoms (Grade 9 - New Adult) Wednesday, July 13 and Aug. 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. Café at the Library Play our own version of a role-playing game (like Dungeons & Dragons). A player can be any character he/she chooses. No experience required. Harry Potter Science Fun (Grades 6-9) Thursdays: July 14, 21 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B Look at the science in Harry Potter! Saturday, July 16 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Meeting Room A/B Details to be announced. Tuesday, July 19 from 5 to 6 p.m. Café at the Library Learn yummy smoothie recipes using a variety of fruits & vegetables! Gaming Fun for Grownups (Ages 17 – Adult) Tuesday, July 19 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Café at the Library Gamers unite! Play games on Wii, Wii U, and Xbox 360, singles or in challenges. Teen Fan Fiction & Creative Writing (Grades 7-12) Wednesday, July 20 and Aug. 17 from 6 to 7 p.m. Teen Homework Room Try this writing group if you are interested in fictional writing. Publishing or sharing is not required to participate. Cookies and Conversations (Grades 6-12) Wednesday, July 20 and Aug. 17 from 7 to 8 p.m. Teen Homework Room Chat about books, movies, life, and more. Outdoor Fun! (Grades 7-12) Thursday, July 21 from 4 to 6 p.m. Library Lawn Play a variety of outdoor games, some are mashups, including our favorite Pool/Bowling! Karaoke/Lip-Sync Battles (Grades 9- Adult) Friday, July 22 from 7 to 10 p.m. Café at the Library Sing or pretend to and have a blast! Bring your own music or be prepared to find it using social media. Snacks provided. Intended for high school and college aged, but open to all within the age limits. Card Fun! (Grades 7-12) Tuesday, July 26 from 6 to 8 p.m. Café at the Library Play some standard card games as well as specialty games including Yu-Gi-Oh, Pokemon and Magic. Bring your own cards ALL SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY (continued on p. 5) 4 CLASSES AND EVENTS FOR ADULTS For more information about Adult Programs or to register, call the Information Desk at 732-329-4000, ext. 7286 or go online to www.sbpl.info/all-events. Registration not required unless specified. BOOK CLUBS • Monday Night Book Club BUSINESS & FINANCE Princeton SCORE Business Counseling by Appointment The first Monday of each month Local History Room at 7:30 p.m. • July 11 – All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doer • Aug. 1 – The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd The Princeton SCORE (Counselors to America’s Small Businesses) conducts one-on-one counseling sessions on alternating Mondays and Wednesdays at 5:45 p.m. in the Library. To make an appointment or for more information, call 609-393-0505 or visit www.princeton.score.org/mentors. • Coffee & Conversation Book Club Local History Room at 1:30 p.m. Princeton SCORE Business Seminars • July 13 – The World Without Us by Alan Weisman • August – NO MEETING SCORE business professionals lead free informative seminars on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Registration required; walk-ins welcome. Meeting Room A/B Tuesday, July 26 at 6:30 p.m. – Topic TBD Tuesday, Aug. 23 at 6:30 p.m. – Topic TBD To register, or to find other seminars in the area, contact SCORE of Princeton at 609-393-0505 or visit www.princeton.score.org/localworkshops . If you are registered, you will be contacted should the program be cancelled or changed. To obtain a copy of a book, place your request at the Information Desk. Allow at least two weeks for Interlibrary Loan processing. • Bite Club – The Cookbook Book Club Once a month in the Program Rm. 1A at 7 p.m. For people who love to talk about cooking and eating. • July 26 – Topic: Home Cooking with Food52 with cookbooks by Amanda Hesser: Food 52 Cookbook, Food 52 Baking, and Essential New York Times Cookbook. • Aug. 23 – Topic: Mexican Cooking with cookbooks by Rick Bayless: More Mexican Everyday, Frontera, and Fiesta at Rick’s. Find the featured cookbook(s) at the Information Desk. Take it home, cook from it and then discuss at the next meeting. Samples to share welcome, but not necessary. Creating Family Financial Love Letter - A Legacy of Clarity or Confusion Wednesday, July 13 at 7 p.m. Meeting Room A/B Attend this workshop on financial planning by Bruce T. Yenk, CFP, MBA, Advisory Board Member and Ambassador for The Financial Awareness Foundation. The workshop will include information about probate, wills and trusts, and estate planning. Registration required. Nerf Gun Challenge (Grades 7-12) (continued from page 4) Saturday, July 30 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Meeting Room A/B Bring your own Nerf gun and “bullets”, Quidditch (Teen/Tween/New Adult, Ages 11 & Up) Wednesday, July 27 and Aug. 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. Library Lawn You don’t have to know anything about Harry Potter to play. Just look for the big hoops and join us! Quick Thinking Challenge (Grades 7-12) Thursday, July 28 from 4 to 6 p.m. Meeting Room A/B You’ll receive a topic. Then speak about it while including a series of random pictures shown on a big screen. Prizes will be awarded. Adulting Class (New Adult): Dorm Cooking 101 Thursday, Aug. 4 from 6 to 8 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B Learn to make very simple meals. Minecraft Fun (Grades 6-12) Friday, Aug. 5 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Make 8-bit 3D art of some of your favorite Minecraft characters. TVA, Teen Volunteer Association (Gr. 6-12), 1-3 p.m. EVA, Executive Volunteer Association (Gr. 7-12), 3-4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 Meeting Room A/B Nebula Jars (Grades 5-12) Friday, July 29 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B Make your very own portable Nebulas! TVA Lock In (Grades 6-12) Saturday, Aug. 6 from 4 p.m. to 12 a.m. Meeting Room A/B The event is open only to active TVA members. For more information on becoming an active TVA member, contact Saleena. Flag Football (Teens) Saturday, July 30 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 12 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Library Lawn Join us for a fun, low key game of flag football. Library Mini-Golf & Arcade Fun (Grades 7-12) Saturday, Aug. 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. All Library The Library will be your miniature golf course! It’s our last official summer event, so join us and make it amazing! ALL SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY 8 5 CLASSES AND EVENTS FOR ADULTS *For more information about Adult Programs or to register, call the Information Desk at 732-329-4000, ext. 7286 or go online to www.sbpl. info and Events. All programs are in Meeting Room A/B unless stated otherwise. Registration not required unless specified. COLLEGE AND CAREER Resources for Jobseekers Tuesday, July 12 from 10:30 a.m. to Noon. SMART Lab Learn to use job search resources including career databases, websites, and more at the Library. Try free online classes on resumes and cover letters, and computer skills. This class will provide an overview of the various resources available to you at the library, both online and print. Free College Financial Planning Night Wednesday, Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. Meeting Room A/B Discuss the FAFSA form and all the other information you need to understand in order to maximize the amount of financial aid you are eligible to receive. If your family is not eligible for need-based aid, we will also cover the best strategies on how to pay for college in the most cost efficient way. Presented by Doug Schorpp of Schorpp Capital Management in East Brunswick. For more information, visit www.schorppcapital.com/. Registration required to attend. HEALTH ESL (New Summer Schedule) English Conversation Group Wednesdays, July 6 thru Aug. 24 at 7:15 p.m. Café at the Library This is for those who already speak some English, but want to develop their conversation skills in a social setting. Great for beginners! Registration is required; sign up at the Information Desk. Short Story Discussion Group Thursday, July 7 and Aug. 11 at 7 p.m. Local History Room Practice the English language using short stories from international authors. All are welcome. Pick up a copy of the current featured story at the Information Desk. For Adults from the Teen Dept. Tai Chi Classes (Mixed Level) Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Six-Class Session: July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 3, 10, 17 Ellen Gambatese Room Cost of a six-class session is $60. Payment is due at in-person registration at the Information Desk. Checks and money orders made payable to “The Friends of the South Brunswick Library” will be accepted. No cash and no refunds please. TECHNOLOGY TRAINING Android Smartphone Basics Friday, July 8 at 1 p.m., SMART Lab Whether it’s a Motorola, Samsung, LG or another brand, the basics for getting started are the same. Learn how to make and answer calls, set up your contact favorites, use voicemail, add to and edit contacts, send and receive texts, and use the camera. Resources for Job Seekers Tuesday, July 12 at 10:30 a.m., SMART Lab Learn to find job search resources both online and in print. Learn about helpful websites and free online classes regarding careers, computer skills, job searching, and resumes. 3D Printer Workshop Tuesday, July 12 and 19; Aug. 2 and 9 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. SMART Lab See the Library’s new Makerbot Replicator 3D Printer in action and discover what it can do. Duplicate an item from Thingiverse. Use Tinkercad to alter an existing object or create one from “scratch.” Gaming Fun for Grownups (Ages 17 – Adult) Tuesday, July 19 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Details on page 4 Karaoke/Lip-Sync Battles (Grades 9- Adult) Friday, July 22 from 7 to 10 p.m. Café at the Library. Details on page 4. Registration information for all classes at www.sbpl.info/all-events or at the Information Desk 732-329-4000, ext. 7286 More from your Android Phone Camera Friday, July 22 at 1 p.m., SMART Lab Learn and explore the advanced features of your Android Smartphone camera: photo editing, creating collages, adding text to photos, taking screenshots, sending photos via text, email and social media. Using Google Photo, learn to sync photos to the cloud so you never lose a shot. Getting the Most from Your iPhone or iPad Camera Wednesday, July 27 at 6:30 p.m., SMART Lab Be ready for your summer vacation photo ops! Capture and share great photos with your iPhone or iPad. Learn how to compose a shot, edit, share, store, and more! Computer Q&A Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Stop by the Information Desk for a little one-on-one computer discussion time. These programs meet in the SMART Lab. SMART Lab, made Possible by the Friends of the Library 6 SUMMER READING SPECIALS FOR ADULTS Exercise Your Mind: READ – 2016 Adult Summer Reading begins Monday, June 20 Pick up Entry Forms at the public desks or print them out from our website at sbpl.info/adults/summer-read-adults/ Return them to the collection boxes in the Library by Aug. 15 for a chance to win prizes at the Adult Summer Reading Party on Aug. 21. Submit an “Entry Form” for each book you read this summer or a “Read to Me” form for every five children’s books you read to a child. Collaborative Summer Reading Mural. Pick up instructions starting June 20 and return your section by Aug. 15. Participate in the Collaborative Summer Reading Mural based on this year’s sports theme which is fitting as we will all focus on the Summer Games in Rio Aug. 5 - 21. Leroy Neiman’s painting American Gold. To participate, contact Barbara Battles at 732-329-4000, ext. 7637 (or by email to [email protected]). Choose your section of the painting – the earlier you come in, the wider selection you will have. Instructions and supplies will be given at registration. Sew a Drawstring Bag Tuesday, June 21 at 1:30 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B Kick off our Summer Reading line-up with a sewing project using our new sewing machines. Materials fee of $12, due by June 17 at pre-registration at the Information Desk. The materials fee is non-refundable after June 17. Decoupage Wednesday, June 29 at 1:30 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B Make an easy decoupage pencil cup using scrapbook paper, wall paper or decorative papers. Decoupage is a technique that can be used to create decorative projects. Register online www.sbpl.info/all-events SOCIAL Zen Coloring Tuesday, July 5, Aug. 2 and Thursday, July 21, Aug. 18 from 10 a.m. to noon Program Room 1A/1B Music and materials will be available. No children please. This is intended to be a quiet, stress-free time to relax. Blue Jean Bag Wednesday, July 6 at 1:30 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B Use the Library’s new sewing machines to turn an old pair of jeans into a cross body bag. Materials fee of $5 will be payable in advance registration at the Information Desk. The fee is non-refundable after July 5th. You can find a substitute if you are unable to attend. If you have a portable sewing machine, please bring it. Life in the Universe Seminar Tuesday, July 12 at 7 p.m. Meeting Room A/B Given by Solar System Ambassador and Endeavor Fellow Mike Buttitta, a STEM Teacher at Linwood Middle School in North Brunswick, and NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador & Endeavor Fellow, New Jersey - NJTEEA/ITEEA State Affiliate Rep. For more information, visit www.tinyurl.com/mrb-teched . Beaded Necklace Tuesday, July 19 at 1:30 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B This is an intermediate project using basic beadwork skills. Bring jewelry tools if you have any. Materials fee $10, payable in advance at the Information Desk. The materials fee is non-refundable after July 15. You can find a substitute if you are unable to attend. English Paper Piecing Quilt Thursday, July 28 at 1:30 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B Learn the basics of English Paper Piecing quilting. This technique is an old one used to make honeycombed quilts. There will be a $5 materials fee due in the class. All supplies will be provided. Registration online at www.sbpl.info/all-events space is limited. This is an intermediate level project as it involves hand-sewing skills. Stenciling Wednesday, Aug. 3 at 1:30 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B Learn the technique of stenciling with paint. We will be making a decorative container. There will be a $10 materials fee, payable in advance at the Information Desk. The materials fee will be non-refundable after July 29. You can find a substitute if you are unable to attend. Fabric Bookmark Wednesday, Aug 10 at 1:30 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B Using the Library's sewing machines, you will make a fabric and elastic bookmark. This project is suitable for beginner sewers. Supplies will be provided. No materials fee required! If you have a portable sewing machine, please bring it. Exploring Jupiter & Saturn Tuesday, Aug. 16 at 7p.m. Meeting Room A/B Seminar given by Solar System Ambassador and Endeavor Fellow Mike Buttitta. Adult Summer Reading Party Saturday, Aug 20 from 2 – 4 p.m. Meeting Room A/B The Adult Summer Reading party is for participants. There will be a raffle for prize baskets and light refreshments. The Collaborative Mural will be unveiled. SB Knit and Crochet Club Mondays at 7 p.m. Program Room 1A The group is open to anyone interested in knitting and crocheting in the company of other enthusiasts age 12 and over. No instruction will be given. For more information e-mail: [email protected]. Knot Just for Knitters – A Daytime Hand Work Meet-up. Tuesday, July 12 and 26, Aug. 9 and Thursday, Aug. 25 at 10 a.m. Program Room 1A/1B Enjoy knitting, crocheting and hand work (and coloring) with other crafters to socialize and exchange ideas. No instructions will be given. 7 Central Jersey (geek) Culture Appreciation Sunday, July 3 and Saturday, July 23 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. & Sunday, Aug. 7 and Saturday, Aug. 27 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B For more information see meetup.com/central-jesey -geek-culture-appreciation CLASSES AND EVENTS FOR ADULTS LIFETIME LEARNING D’s Kitchen Lab: Smoothies Workshop For more information about Adult Programs or to register, call the Information Desk at 732-329-4000, ext. 7286 or go online to www.sbpl.info/all-events. Registration not required unless specified. (Adults and Teens-Grade 7 & Up only) Day/Evening Cooking Classes: Wednesday, July 20 at noon or Thursday, July 21 at 6:30 p.m. Register for one class only. Program Room 1A Learn to prepare different smoothies from a variety of ingredients, including goji berries, acai berries, flaxseed, chia seeds, kale, and spinach. Tastings and recipes included. Registration required. A materials fee of $5 per person due in advance at time of registration at the Information Desk. Crafternoon Adult Craft Program Room 1A/1B Summer Reading Themes - See page 7 D’s Kitchen Lab: Summer’s Best (Almost) No-Cook Meals (Adults and Teens-Grade 7 & Up only) Day/Evening Classes: Wednesday, Aug. 17 at noon or Thursday, Aug. 18 at 6:30 p.m. Register for one class only. Program Room 1A Keep cool by making great meals with almost no cooking, using Jersey’s fresh peaches, tomatoes, and corn. Tastings and recipes included. Registration required. A materials fee of $5 per person due in advance at time of registration at the Information Desk. Life in the Universe Seminar Tuesday, July 12 at 7 p.m. - Meeting Room A/B, for all ages details on page 7 Exploring Jupiter & Saturn Tuesday, Aug. 16 at 7p.m. - Meeting Room A/B, for all ages details on page 7 MOVIES Documentary Films Lunchtime Series: Wednesdays, July 27 and Aug. 24 at 12:30 p.m. Watch the BBC series titled How Art Made the World: How Humans Made Art and Art Made Us Human. You may bring a brown-bag lunch. Coffee, tea and dessert will be served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Special Note: A binder is on display in the DVD area that lists all of the movies (except Children’s) that cardholders may borrow from the Library’s DVD collection. It is there for the public to browse the reference as needed. It will be periodically updated as new arrivals are added. 8 Summer Reading FUN Children’s Corner for ADULTS TEENS AND CHILDREN Sponsored by the Friends of the Library Storytimes For more information about Children’s programs, or to register for a Children’s program, call 732-329-4000, 7285. Registration is not required to participate in the following programs unless specified. PLEASE NOTE: Due to program popularity seating is limited and not guaranteed. For more information or to sign up visit www.sbpl.info/summer-reading These programs are open to South Brunswick Library Card Holding Families. • Bouncing Babies — For 0-12 month-olds with caregiver 7/7, 7/14, 7/21 7/28, 8/4, 8/11 - Thursdays at 10 a.m. • Wonderful Ones — For 12-24 month-olds with caretaker 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/9- Tuesdays at 10:15 a.m. • Terrific Twos — For 24-36 month-olds with caretaker 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/9-Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. The Crossroads Middle School and the SB High School Summer Reading lists will be availabe online from the Teen page. • Preschool Power— For children 3-5 years-old 7/7, 7/14, 7/21 7/28, 8/4, 8/11 - Thursdays at 11 a.m. • Family Learn & Play - For children of all ages with their caretakers 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 - Saturdays at 11 a.m. SB HISTORICAL SOCIETY MOVIES The Bookmobile Next Meetings! Tuesdays, June 28 and July 26 at 6:30 p.m. Local History Room It’s always a walk down memory lane for fans of South Brunswick Township’s history! Discuss your TBT to 1956! Here’s an advertisement for memories, share photos and help preserve our local history at new homes being built in Kendall Park. meetings of the South Brunswick Historical Society. Meetings are once a month at 6:30 p.m. in the Local History Room at the Library. Please bring your old photos and memories to share. For more information, please e-mail Randall Marsola at [email protected]. No meeting in August. AWARDS MOVIES Find your Summer Reading Books and Beach favorites waiting for you curbside this summer. Get on board the Bookmobile this summer for movies, books, music, magazines, and more! The Summer Schedule begins on June 21 and runs through Sept. 3. See when we will be stopping near you next by visiting www.sbpl.info/bookmobile/schedule. Copies are also available on the Bookmobile and at the Library. Stop by to pick up a copy. An interactive map of the stops is also available on the website. Annual Volunteer/Staff Appreciation and NJLA Awards HOW TO REACH US The Library Trustees, the Friends and the Foundation hosted the Annual Volunteer Staff Appreciation Breakfast on May 13, 2016 for 2015 services. You can contact the Library by phone, text, chat or e-mail. Awards for exceptional services were given to: Volunteers of the Year 2015– Centurion Awards (over 100 hours) – Susan Edelman, Gary Edelman, Lorraine Jackson, Ceil Leedom, Kathy Quito-David 732-329-4000 ext. 7290 Full-Time Employee of the Year 2015- Diane Hurley, Borrower Services Supervisor Part-Time Employee of the Year 2015- Dana Vocht, Children’s Department Library Assistant Director’s Award for Outstanding Service 2015 – Gary Catano, Maintenance Department Supervisor 9 Text: 732-800-1394 Chat: Click “Ask A Librarian” or use the CHAT BOX on our website www.sbpl.info Children’s Corner For more information or to register for a Children’s program, call 732-329-4000, 7285. Registration is not required to participate in the following programs unless specified. PLEASE NOTE: Due to program popularity seating is limited and not guaranteed. These programs are open to South Brunswick Library Card Holding Families. Afternoon Adventures (Grades K-1) Monday Movie Madness (Ages 5 & Up) Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. July 6, 20, 27; Aug. 3, 10 Program Rooms 1A/1B and Ellen Gambatese Room July 6- Olympic torch craft, July 20- Healthy Habits, July 27-Minute it win it, Aug 3-Olympic crown, Aug 10-Fun Fitness Activities Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Select Mondays from 6 to 8 p.m. ; Meeting Room A/B. Enjoy comedies, action movies, and blockbusters ! July 11 - Minions; July 18 - Space Jam; July 25 - Brave Aug. 1 - Turbo; Aug. 8 - Rio 2; Aug. 15 - Kung Fu Panda 3 Aug. 22 - Cars Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Read to a Therapy Dog Night Owls (Ages 3 & Up) (All Abilities, Ages 5 and Up) Wednesdays, July 6, 13, 20, 27; Aug. 3, 10, 17 6:30 -7 p.m. Group Reading, Program Rooms 1A and 1B Bring your favorite book to read to a live dog! Our therapy dogs love to listen to beginner readers. Reading aloud to a therapy dog improves a child’s confidence and builds literacy skills. Group reading. Reservations no longer needed. Mondays, July 11, 18, 25; Aug. 1, 8 from 6:30 to 7 p.m. Ellen Gambatese Room Some stories are best told by moonlight! Wear pajamas and bring a favorite stuffed friend for stories, songs, games, crafts, and activities! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Sciencetellers (Ages 5 & Up) (free ticket required) Friday, Mini Makers! (Ages 3-5 with caregiver) Preschoolers get creative in this interactive workshop! Help your young one engage their imagination and develop important skills with a simple craft! Thursdays from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Program Room 1A/1B July 7 - Team Spirit! (Make a visor craft) July 14 - Get in the Games! (Olympic Rings mobile craft) July 21 - On Fire! (Make an Olympic Torch craft) July 28 - What Winners Wear (Make an Olympic Crown craft) Aug. 4 - We Are the Champions! (Make a Trophy Cup craft) Aug. 11 - Go for the Gold! (Make a Medal craft) Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. My Club (Grades 2-3) July 15 from 4 to 5 p.m.Meeting Room A/B The Sciencetellers crew make things fly, bounce, transform and soar while telling a series of stories bound to energize and engage! Experience the science of power and energy through exciting, hands-on experiments. Get your free tickets at the Children's Desk beginning Monday, July 11. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Family Lego Club (Ages 5 and Up with caregivers) Saturday, July 16 and Aug. 13 from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Ellen Gambatese Room The Library will supply the Legos while caregivers and children supply the creative energy. This fun program also helps with a wide variety of skills including teamwork, problem-solving, and math concepts. Showcase at the end of each meeting. Space is limited. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Let’s Play with Lolly and Yoyo Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. July 7, 14, 21, 28; Aug. 4, 11 Program Room 1A/1B July 7 - Olympic torch craft; July 21 - Sports Visors; July 28 - “Minute it win it” games - Aug 4 - Olympic crown and medal craft; Aug 11-Fun fitness activities A craft program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. (Ages 5 & Up) (free ticket required for admission) Saturday, July 23 from 3 to 4 p.m. Meeting Room A/B Lolly Hopwood and Yoyo Kusters bring interactive, high energy to their performances. Free tickets needed and will be available at the Children's Desk beginning on Monday, July 18. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Friends and Fun (Ages 0-5) SMART Club for Kids (Grades 2-3) Friday, July 8, 29; Aug. 12 from 4 to 5 p.m.; SMART Lab Explore the library's SMART Lab and create fun tech projects including games, cartoons, and robots! Make creative things and explore science and art in new ways! Bring a friend! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. 10 Tuesday and Thursday, Aug. 16 and 18 from 11 a.m. to Noon. Ellen Gambatese Room A freestyle playtime for children and caregivers. Spelling Bee 4:30 p.m. in Ellen Gambatese Room Wednesday, July 13- for kids in 2nd and 3rd grade only Thursday, July 14- for kids in 4th and 5th grade only TWEEN SCENE For Tweens- Gr. 4 - 7 For more information about or to register for a program, call 732-329-4000, 7285. Registration is not required to participate in the following programs unless specified. PLEASE NOTE: Due to program popularity seating is limited and not guaranteed. These programs open to South Brunswick Library Card Holding Families. Space is Limited. First come First served. **Smart Club (Grades 4-7) Friday from 4 to 5 p.m. July 1, 22; Aug. 5. SMART Lab Explore the maker tools in our SMART Lab and learn to create fun, interactive tech projects including robots! Space is limited. First come, first seated. Please plan to arrive 5 minutes before the event starts. To avoid disruption to the flow of this instructional workshop, late-comers will not be admitted once it has started. This tween workshop is open to South Brunswick Public Library cardholding families. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. **Tween Crafts Fridays (Grades 4-7) Program Room 1A/1B July 8 at 4 p.m. Thumbtack Paper Lanterns Aug. 12 at 4 p.m. Decorate a Carrying Case Space is limited. First come first seated. Please plan to arrive 5 minutes before the program starts. To avoid disruption to the flow of this instructional program, late comers will not be admitted once the program has started. Program is open to South Brunswick library cardholding families. **Tween Tuesday! (Grades 4-7) Teen/Tween Nebula Jars (Grades 5-12) SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAMS Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Friday, July 29 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B Make your very own portable Nebula! If you’ve never seen a Nebula jar, Google it....they are VERY cool. Tuesdays from 5 to 6 p.m. Program Room 1A/1B, Ellen Gambatese Room Every Tween Tuesday, South Brunswick Public Library brings you engaging events and wonderful workshops that will strengthen your mind and flex your creativity! July 5 – Tween Double Dare July12 – LEGO Hunger Games July 19 – DIY Olympics July 26 – Olympic Flag Scavenger Hunt Aug. 9 – Engineering Challenge Space is limited. First come first seated. Please plan to arrive 5 minutes before the event starts. To avoid disruption to the flow of this instructional workshop, late-comers will not be admitted once it has started. This tween workshop is open to South Brunswick Public Library cardholding families. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Spelling Bee Thursday, July 14- for kids in 4th and 5th grade only 4:30 p.m. Ellen Gambatese Room Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. SPECIAL NEEDS Music & Movement July 14, Aug. 11 from 5 to 5:45 p.m. PROGRAMS Thursday, Ellen Gambatese Room Read to a Therapy Dog Get in the groove! Different kinds of music and dance are introduced at each meeting. Presented by South Brunswick teen volunteers. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Wednesday, July 6, 13, 20, 27 Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 6 - 6:30 p.m. (Individual Reading) Program Room 1A and 1B Read to a real live dog! These gentle, canine listeners love to hear kids with challenges, including autism spectrum disorder, read to them. Therapy dogs help kids gain confidence and improve literacy skills. Individual reading session. Walk-ins welcome. Each person can only reserve one session per day. Stories & Activities: Children with Special Needs Creative Craft Thursday, July 28 at 4 p.m. & 5 p.m.; Aug. 18 at 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Ellen Gambatese Room Using yoga tools, stories, songs, and play, yoga provides children with opportunities to grow physically, mentally, and emotionally and spiritually. Program taught by Anita Burke, a certified children’s yoga instructor from FunSense Gym. A special education teacher from the South Brunswick School District will assist. Thursday, July 7 and Aug. 4 from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Ellen Gambatese Room Join us for a fun craft to stimulate creativity. Led by Pat Dahl, experienced coordinator for children with special needs. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. (All Ages) and Their Families Thursday, July 21, Aug. 25 from 5 to 5:30 p.m Ellen Gambatese Room Enjoy stories, crafts, and a variety of activities in this special story time for children with special needs and their families. All are welcome. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Yoga for Kids (Ages 5 & Up, All Abilities) 11 SOUTH BRUNSWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY Directory of Library Extensions Check Out/Renewals Desk - 7290; Information Desk - 7286; Children’s Desk - 7285; Teens’ (YA) Librarian - 7634; Bookmobile - 7288; Outreach/Interlibrary Loan - 7637; Director - 7287 Log on to the Library’s website at www.sbpl.info for information about programs Phone: 732-329-4000 ext. 7290 Fax: 732-329-0573 FINES AND FEES POLICIES Reserves-$0.25; Interlibrary Loans-$0.25 BOOKDROPS LIBRARY HOURS The Town Place ( Formerly Kendall Park Shopping Center) - behind the bus stop Sunday ...........1 - 5 Monday ...........10 - 9 South Brunswick Square Mall in front of the Tanning Salon Tuesday ..........10 - 9 Wednesday.....10 - 9 Kingston - Rte. 27 & Ridge Rd.just right of the firehouse Thursday.........10 - 9 Friday..............12 - 6 Kendall Park Post Office between post office & Car Parts Saturday .........10 - 5 Nonfiction Videos/DVDs-FREE per loan period -Fines and charges apply Videos/DVDs-$1.00 per loan period Video Games-$3.00 per loan period CD ROMs-$1.00 per loan period Replacement Card-$3.00 Non-Resident Card-$75 per year Photocopies- $0.15, B&W printouts- $0.10 Color printouts - $0.50 Notary-$2.50/imprint OVERDUE FINES CDs-$0.50 per day, CD ROMs-$1.00/day, All Videos/DVDs/Video Games-$1.00 per day with a maximum fine of $10.00/item Books & other materials-$0.25/day with a maximum of $5.00/item. Interlibrary Loans - $0.50 per day, no maximum LOST & DAMAGED MATERIALS Replacement cost of item plus a $5.00 processing fee. If item is found, replacement cost less the maximum fine and processing fee is refundable within 6 months of payment. (need to bring the receipt for a refund). $3 for damaged A/V cases. Fines will be applicable to all patrons. DO NOT RETURN AUDIO/VIDEOMATERIALS TO OUTSIDE BOOKDROPS South Brunswick Public Library 110 Kingston Lane Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852 Non Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Princeton, NJ Permit No. 374 Chris Carbone, Library Director Dated Material Friends of the Library Board of Trustees Susan Edelman, President Luda Bakunovich, V.P. Fundraising Lorraine Jackson, V.P. Programming Elaine Tarnofsky, Treasurer Wendy Heisler, Secretary Muhammad Ashraf, President Suzanne Hayducka, Vice President Janet Campisano, Secretary John M. Daly, Treasurer Kim Zito, School Representative Frank Ragany Mayor Frank Gambatese Chris Killmurray Barbara Speesler Cindy Becker, Membership Chair Geraldine Stover, Liaison to Foundation Luda Bakunovich, Campbell’s Soup Chair Ruth Ruddick, Volunteer Coordinator Martha Sletteland, Adopt-a-Book Chair Bob Holland, Book Acquisition Chair This newsletter available electronically with enlargable type at our website www.sbpl.info or request a large print version at the library Members at Large: Saleena Davidson, Julia Lea, Susan Wara Linda Hayward, Emeritus Juila Lea Emeritus Library Foundation MISSION * Inspire * Empower * Discover * Connect Printing underwritten by The Friends of the Library. Courtesy - Art Roedel - Monmouth Mobile Homes: Color Printer/Copier, Digital Camera Editor: Rosemary Gohd, Designer: Vijaya Savithri Debra Johnson, President Susan Edelman, Vice President MZ Patel, Treasurer Evelyn Catoe, Secretary Jonathan Pitt Geraldine Stover Raj Tiwari