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Get computer training at the East Brunswick Public Library

EAST BRUNSWICK- Sign up now for the East Brunswick Public Library’s latest computer class offerings. Classes are two hours long and limited to 12 students per class.

Classes for July include Introduction to the New Microsoft Office, Tuesday, July 5, at 7 p.m.; Introduction to Windows 7, Thursday, July 7, at 7 p.m.; Introduction to Microsoft Word, Tuesday, July 12, at 7 p.m.; Excel Basics, Thursday, July 14, at 7 p.m.; Microsoft Word II, Saturday, July 16, at 9:30 a.m.; Excel II, Thursday, July 21, at 7 p.m.; Microsoft Word III, Saturday, July 23, at 9:30 a.m.; Search, Checkout & Download, Monday, July 25, at 7 p.m.; PowerPoint II, Tuesday, July 26, at 7 p.m.; and Excel III, Thursday, July 28, at 7 p.m.

There is a $5 fee for all classes. Fees will be added to a cardholder’s account and paid for at the Circulation desk. Non-cardholders must pay at the time of registration. Register at the Library or by visiting http://www.ebpl.org and clicking on “News & Events.” For more information, please call 732-390-6767.

Summer concert series kicks off at the Community Arts Center

EAST BRUNSWICK -On Wednesday, June 29 from 7- 8:30pm at the Community Arts Center on 721 Cranbury Rd., The B Street band will perform a free concert.

The event is the first in a series of summer concerts on the outdoor stage at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center. Come out and enjoy the music of ”The Boss.”

The rain location indoors in the theater. Bring chairs and blankets to spread out on the lawn. Come out early with a picnic dinner before the show starts; bring the kids and a frisbee, a beachball, or a baseball and toss it around before the show. There will be an ce cream vendor on site.

For more information contact Michael Reissner 732-390-6797

Join the Summer Reading Club at the East Brunswick Public Library

EAST BRUNSWICK– Kick off the East Brunswick Public Library’s Summer Reading Club at 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 22, and learn what it’s like to be a Knight. This year’s Reading Club, titled a Midnight Summer’s Read, will get off to a chivalrous start with an interactive presentation by Period Productions.

Learn the story of knighthood during this fun family event. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program so get there early. Limited spaces are available.

Registration for the Reading Club has already begun. To get involved in the excitement, visit http://www.ebpl.org/kids and click on Summer Reading Club Midsummer Night’s Read to sign up. The Summer Reading Club is open to readers and pre-readers. Keep track of the number of days you are reading for at least 15 minutes and earn stickers and tattoos. Other prizes, surprises and special activities are also planned for club members!

For more information on this event call 732-390-6789 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

New Law Means Change in How Your tax Bill Looks

EAST BRUNSWICK – Taxpayers may notice something new on their tax bill this month. Thanks to a new law enacted on March 21 by Gov. Chris Christie, there will now be a dedicated line item on property tax bills that shows the minimum amount of funding going toward municipal and joint free public libraries. In the past this number has been included in the municipal tax levy and tax rate, but now those numbers will be separated and you will get a better idea of where your hard earned dollars are going. The law simply provides a dedicated line item for municipal libraries on the property tax bill, creating a new level of transparency. The change does not result in an increase in taxes or change existing financial, operational, personnel or other relationships between a municipality and the library. For more information on the change visit http://www.ebpl.org or call 732-390-6767.

Learn to Maximize Your Social Security Benefits

EAST BRUNSWICK – Are you getting close to retirement? Get advice on how to make the most of your retirement finances during Potential Strategies to Maximize Your Social Security Benefits at 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 21, at the East Brunswick Public Library.

Those who attend may learn how incorporate their Social Security benefits with other sources of retirement and ways to collect additional income by understanding the rules for individual and supplementary benefits.

For more information on this event call 732-390-6767 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

Sharpen Your QuickBooks Skills at The Library

EAST BRUNSWICK – Get started on one of the most popular and useful financial software programs available – QuickBooks.

QuickBooks Level 1 will be held at the East Brunswick Public Library’s Business Resource Center from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 18 (with a half-hour lunch).

Those who attend will get an introduction to the software’s interface, learn how to set up their company’s QuickBooks, and how to add and work with customers, vendors, accounts and inventory in the customer and vendor centers, the chart of accounts and the lists menu.

This class is not for beginners, but for business people who have a working knowledge of the Windows environment.

There is a $50 fee for this course. Seating for this program is limited so come to the Business Resource Center and register now. Cash, credit cards and checks are accepted. Please make checks payable to the East Brunswick Public Library.

For more information on this event call 732-390-6777 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

Hands on with Facebook at the Business Resource Center

EAST BRUNSWICK – Get hands-on experience with how to use Facebook. The Business Resource Center at the East Brunswick library will hold a seminar on Thursday, June 16, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on how to sign up and fully use the popular social networking tool.

Seating for this program is limited so come to the Business Resource Center and register now. The cost is $25. Cash, credit cards and checks are accepted. Please make checks payable to the East Brunswick Public Library.

The East Brunswick Library is located at 2 Jean Walling Civic Center, East Brunswick, N.J. 08816

For more information on this event call 732-390-6777 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

Explore Social media and the Internet at the Business Resource Center

EAST BRUNSWICK –Thanks to the internet, the rules to successfully marketing and running a small business seem to be changing every day.

Learn how to leverage the internet evolution and social media at the Business Resource Center and position your business for success.

Register now for a Thursday, June 9, course to be held from 7 to 9 p.m. at the East Brunswick Public Library and learn how to use Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Google and blogging tools. As a business owner or professional, you will learn why you need to be on these sites and what their purpose is; social media ethics; and why you should blog.

There is a $25 fee for this course. This presentation is sponsored by The Library’s Business Resource Center.

Seating for this program is limited so come to the Business Resource Center and register now. The cost is $25. Cash, credit cards and checks are accepted. Make checks payable to the East Brunswick Public Library.
For more information on this event call 732-390-6777 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

Defensive Driving Courses at East Brunswick Public Library

EAST BRUNSWICK- Come register for the popular Defensive Driving Course, sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The two-day course will be held on Monday, June 27, and Tuesday, June 28, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the East Brunswick Public Library. Registration is required and seating is limited to 30 people.

Eligible motorists can erase two points from their driver’s license and/or get a five percent discount on a portion of their auto insurance.

Participants must attend two consecutive evenings for credit. Course costs vary according to goal: for a 2 point reduction on your license, $65, for an insurance discount, $55. For both, the cost is $65. Attendance is mandatory and refunds cannot be given for partial attendance. Applications are available at the Circulation desk or online.

Approved by the State of New Jersey, the course is taught by an experienced police detective-accident investigator. No vehicle is needed, as it is conducted in a classroom setting with multimedia aids. For more information call 732-257-2967 or e-mail fixaticket@aol.com. Download the registration form by logging on to http://www.ebpl.org. Checks should be made payable to E.B. Friends of the Library. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

For more information, please call 732-390-6767 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

Tricks to Enhance Your Memory

EAST BRUNSWICK– Does it feel like your memory isn’t what it used to be? Then come by the East Brunswick Public Library at 1 p.m., Monday, June 13, for Memory Enhancement.

Sara Levine, director of Jewish Family & Children’s Services, will present a talk on memory enhancement, why memory loss happens, and share strategies to sharpen your mind. You’ll discover some simple strategies to enhance your memory during this memorable program.

This program is sponsored by the Middlesex Chapter of Brandeis national Committee and the Library.

For more information on this event call 732-390-6767 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

View the Documentary “Bag It” at the East Brunswick Public Library

EAST BRUNSWICK– Did you know that American’s use 600 plastic bags every five minutes? Did you know that those bags are used an average of 12 minutes each, but take 400 years to degrade?

Learn more about America’s dependence on these single-use bags during a screening of the documentary, “Bag It,” at 7 p.m., Thursday, June 2, at the East Brunswick Public Library.

The film will be followed by a discussion led by Lindsey Kayman of the State and Local Plastic Waste Reduction campaigns.

The East Brunswick screening is the first event in the NJ Environmental Lobby’s campaign to show the movie at venues across the state and to join forces with the Bring Your Own Bag (BYOBag) coalition that started in Princeton after the film was shown last January at the Princeton Environmental Film Festival.

This program is sponsored by the East Brunswick Environmental commission and the Library.

Solomon Schechter Day School of Raritan Valley to host Jewish heritage exhibit.

EAST BRUNSWICK- On Wednesday, May 25th, 5th graders at Solomon Schechter will open the doors for the day on their Jewish Heritage Museum.

This exhibit of family heirlooms is organized and conducted by the 5th grade under the guidance of their social studies and enrichment teachers.

The display of precious objects is patterned after the Museum of Jewish Heritage in New York City, which the students and teachers visit in preparation. The children interviewed relatives and friends in compiling the information for the exhibit.

The museum will be open during school hours for our students and from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. for parents, extended family, and members of the community.

Take a Trip Through and Learn about New Jersey’s past

EAST BRUNSWICK- Take a journey through time and visit New Jersey’s past during “Timeline New Jersey.”

Come by the East Brunswick Public Library at 7 p.m., Thursday, May 19, for a visit with Walter Choroszewski, a photographer and author, as he takes you through a visual presentation of the Garden State’s history.

Meet explorers, learn about our Colonial and Revolutionary history, and celebrate everything that makes New Jersey special during this terrific presentation.

For more information on this event call 732-390-6767 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

East Brunswick Youth Council to hold car wash on Saturday, May 21st

This event will be held at East Brunswick High School from 9 a.m. to 2p.m.

Cars are $5. Vans are $7. Oversized vehicles are $10

Proceeds will benefit East Brunswick Youth Council.

Contact Sylvia Bravman, Youth Advisor, at
732-390-6797 for more information.

East Brunswick to host Heritage Day

East Brunswick residents 60 years of age and older are invited to join us for our fourth annual Heritage Day on Friday, May 20, 2011 between the hours of 12:00 noon and 2:00 p.m. at the East Brunswick Senior Center.

Heritage Day is an opportunity to share your history, customs and traditions. In years past, people have shared treasured pictures, beautiful clothing, delicious foods and fascinating artifacts, along with music and dance from their countries of origin. You are welcome to come as a guest and take in the rich cultural diversity of our Senior Center or come to display your unique traditions. In either case please let us know you are planning to join us by calling 732-390-6896. You’ll be happy you took the time to be with us on this most memorable day.

Find a bargain at the Friends of the East Brunswick Public Library’s Community Yard Sale

EAST BRUNSWICK – Find a bargain or a hidden treasure at the Friends’ Community Yard Sale on Saturday, May 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the East Brunswick High School on Cranbury Road.

Proceeds raised through the sale of spots for vendors will support wonderful Library programs such as the Teen Learning Connection, the annual puppetry festival, film festivals, the book club, music and dance programs and so much more.

So if you want to find some great deals and want to help a good cause then make sure you hit the largest yard Sale in the area.

For more information on this event call 732-390-6767 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

Learn about Music and Art Through The Centuries at the East Brunswick Public Library

EAST BRUNSWICK– Discover music and art from the Impressionist Period Monday, May 16, at 7 p.m., at the East Brunswick Public Library during the next installment of Music & Art Through The Centuries. Join Joanna Barouch and Gianna Loscerbo as they explore the reasons, techniques and emotional impact of this period of music.

This is just one of a series of programs, with the next covering the 20th Century on Tuesday, May 14, at 7 p.m.

This free program is sponsored by the Arts Commission and The Library.

For more information on this event call 732-390-6767 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

Jewish Choir of Central NJ to Perform at East Brunswick Public Library

EAST BRUNSWICK– Visit the East Brunswick Public Library for a great performance by Makhelat Hamercaz, Jewish Choir of Central NJ on Sunday, May 15, at 3 p.m. Back by popular demand, the group will focus on the exciting and varied Jewish music of today while also performing some serious and comedic selections.

The show is under the direction of cantors Anna West Ott and Sheldon Levin.

This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

For more information on this event call 732-390-6767 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

Friends of the East Brunswick Public Library to hold Community Yard Sale

EAST BRUNSWICK–Find a bargain or a hidden treasure at the Friends’ Community Yard Sale on Saturday, May 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the East Brunswick High School on Cranbury Road.

Proceeds raised through the sale of spots for vendors will support wonderful Library programs such as the Teen Learning Connection, the annual puppetry festival, film festivals, the book club, music and dance programs and so much more. So if you want to find some great deals and want to help a good cause then make sure you hit the largest yard Sale in the area.

For more information on this event call 732-390-6767 or go to The Library’s website at http://www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”

Republican Women to Meet

Women and men are invited to attend the meeting of the Middlesex County Republican Women’s Club being held Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 7:30pm at the East Brunswick Library, 1 Civic Center Drive, East Brunswick.

There is a special mystery guest speaker who is a Christie insider, a campaign and party operative who will talk about the recent redistricting, the Republicans chances in November, what lies ahead in the campaign, future campaign activities and volunteer opportunities.

There will be an opportunity to meet and mingle with the Republican candidates for Freeholder, Senate and Assembly who are running on the ballot in the June 7th primary.

In addition there will be an update on the Club’s regular activities, including a ladies’ day at the gun range, the campaign school scheduled for June 11th and the Middlesex County Fair scheduled for August.

Refreshments and coffee will be served. The meeting is open to men and women and is free.

For additional information about the May 3rd meeting please contact Sue Tisiker at 908-227-9240 or stisiker@comcast.net or Claire Rosenthal at 908-419-9384 or Claire@grouprosenthal.com.