Library News
Stories from NJ Diners October 6
New Jersey author Michael C. Gabriele returns again to the East Brunswick Public Library for a hybrid program on Wednesday, October 6 at 7:00pm to discuss his new book, “Stories from New Jersey Diners – Monuments to Community”.
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Ends TODAY: Friends of the Library Book & Media Sale
The Friends of the Library's 47th Annual Book and Media Sale runs now through October 11-17!
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The annual Book and Media Sale is still going strong at Brunswick Square's JC Penney Court (755 Route 18 South, East Brunswick, NJ, 08816) on the following days:
- Friday, October 15 - 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
- Saturday, October 16 - 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
- Sunday, October 17 - 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
Starting Friday, check out the new pricing:
All CDs/DVDs/Audiobooks - $1 each (or buy 7 for $5)
Buy 3 Green Dot Books, get 1 free. This excludes priced as marked books and children's books.
Throughout the event, there will be thousands of books, videos, audio books and CDs for all ages and interests at fantastic discounts. All proceeds benefit the East Brunswick Public Library.Venmo, cash, checks and credit cards are accepted. Masks are mandatory. Hand sanitizing stations will be available, and social distancing rules must be followed.
Friends Panera Fundraiser October 15th
The Friends of the Library are having a fundraiser at Panera on Friday, October 15th from 4-8pm!
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The East Brunswick Friends of the Library are teaming up with the Panera Bread at Brunswick Square (755 Route 18, East Brunswick, NJ, 08816) on Friday, October 15 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
If you make a purchase, the Friends of the Library receive a portion of the proceeds, which are used to benefit events, the Museum Pass Program, the EB Create makerspace and several of the special services that the East Brunswick Public Library offers.
You can order online at panerabread.com and enter the code PRFUND at checkout. You can also bring a copy of the flyer or show a digital version to the cashier when ordering at the cafe to ensure that the Friends of the Library get a portion of the proceeds.
The Sweetest Fundraiser Ever
The Friends of the Library are having a fall candy fundraiser online with Gertrude Hawk. By purchasing delicious treats, you support library programs and services. Order your candy online here.
Your generosity allows the Friends of the Library to sponsor the Museum Pass Program, special events and the EB Create makerspace.
We're Open
The East Brunswick Public Library is now open to the public for full hours as of Tuesday, September 7th.
Click here for more information.
Mask use is REQUIRED FOR ALL LIBRARY USERS no matter vaccination status. Library staff will continue to enforce safe distancing guidelines and hand washing.
The library's hours are as follows:- Mondays through Thursdays from 9:00am to 9:00pm.
- Fridays from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
- Saturdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Sundays from 12:00pm to 5:00pm.
OTHER LIBRARY NOTES:
BOOK DROPS ARE OPEN
Materials are no longer held in quarantine.
CURBSIDE PICKUP
Customers will be able to continue to get library materials through Curbside Pickup. Library cardholders with a valid LMxAC member library card can use curbside pickup at East Brunswick Public Library. Click here to learn about this service. If you are looking for book recommendations, our Match+Book program puts together a literal bag of books based on your reading interests.
PASSPORTS
Passport services at East Brunswick Public Library are available by appointment only. They can only handle new applications and minor applications (no adult renewals). If you would like to schedule an appointment to submit a passport application, call 732-390-6761. Additional information about passports can be found here.
VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON REFERENCE
East Brunswick Public Library can still answer your reference questions virtually, by telephone, e-mail or through the chatbox on our website, as well as in-person during library hours. Learn more about virtual reference here. Also, many of the library’s online resources, ranging from Ancestry to Rosetta Stone to Universal Class, and our technology classes are available from home. Check out the full list here.
VIRTUAL, IN-PERSON, AND OUTDOOR PROGRAMS
All virtual and outdoor programs at East Brunswick Public Library will continue. Some limited indoor programs will begin. We have activities, workshops and lectures planned for all ages. For a complete list, click here.
COMPUTER USE
If you need to use the library's computers, photocopier, scanner or fax machine, no appointment is required.
GROUP STUDY ROOM USE (2 OR MORE PEOPLE)
To learn more about group study room policies, click here.
eBOOKS AND MORE
The library offers eBooks, magazines, movies, graphic novels, television shows and even crafting instructions for free with your library card. If anyone in your family or friends need an East Brunswick Public Library card. We have made it easier than ever; you can apply online.
OTHER NOTES
- The Friends of the Library will accept a maximum of 2 grocery-size bags/medium-size boxes of items per day, Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm. Donations must go to the side door of the library (in between the library and the senior center).
- Additional information will be provided as more details become available. You can find the latest news about your library on our website, Facebook and Twitter.
Fall Into A Technology Class
With summer winding down, the fall is the perfect time to learn a new skill! East Brunswick Public Library offers these two online computer classes.
INTRO TO MICROSOFT POWER BI DESKTOP
Power BI is an application that you can use to connect, transform and visualize your data. This introductory class series shows you how to use this software. The three sessions are:September 14, 7:00 pm - Visualization
September 21, 7:00 pm - Import Data
September 28, 7:00 pm - Calculations
Click here for more information or to register
LEARN MICROSOFT EXCEL
Want to update your resume or add a new career skill? Try learning how to use spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel. No prior experience is necessary. The three sessions are:September 16, 7:00 pm - How To Enter Data
September 23, 7:00 pm - Edit/Format Worksheets
September 30, 7:00 pm - Basic Functions
Click here for more information or to register
MASKS REQUIRED
Masks will now be required in all common areas of the library for both staff and patrons, regardless of vaccination status, effective immediately. Thank you for your patience in keeping all ages safe in our community.
Friends Family Fishing Day September 12
The Friends of the Library are having a Family Fishing Day on Sunday, September 12.
Buy your tickets now.
The East Brunswick Friends of the Library have planned the perfect fundraiser event for late summer. They are hosting a Family Fishing Day on Sunday, September 12, from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, at Molder's Fishing Preserve (318 John Wall Road, Monroe Township, NJ).
Tickets purchased in advance for adults (ages 12 and up) are $11, and tickets purchased in advance for children (ages 5-11) are $8. Children under five are free.
Tickets can also be purchased by mailing a check made to East Brunswick Friends of the Library and mailing it to:
C/O East Brunswick Public Library
2 Jean Walling Civic Center Drive
East Brunswick, NJ 08816.
All mail orders must be received by September 9 and include the number of adult and child tickets purchased.
Save time and order your tickets via Venmo!Use Venmo to send us your order! Scan the code to the left or send it to our Venmo address @EB-Friends. In your order, please put your contact information (phone/e-mail) and how many adult tickets and kids tickets you are ordering.
You do not need to have a fishing license to participate. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch and snacks.
A limited number of fishing poles are available for a rental fee of $8 and live bait for $3.50 at the event. In the event of inclement weather, there is a rain date scheduled on September 19. Proceeds from this event benefit the East Brunswick Public Library.
Girls Who Code Club
Our popular Girls Who Code club is back! We have two online programs, one for girls in grades 3-4 and one for girls in grades 6-12. Learn more
3RD-5TH GRADE GIRLS WHO CODE CLUB
This club meets every other Monday from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The club runs from September 13 through December 6.The group will learn Scratch, and the girls will pick up computer science concepts like order of codes, function, events, loops, condition, variable and abstraction. Scratch is a block-based programming language, and the projects are fun to spark interest in coding. It is suitable for beginners who have no prior experience in coding.
If you are interested in the club, please fill out the registration form.
6-12TH GRADE GIRLS WHO CODE CLUB
This club has seven meetings every other Monday from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The club meets from September 20 through December 13.We will learn the introduction to JavaScript together using Intro to JS: Drawing & Animation of Khan Academy.
If you are interested in joining the club, please fill out this registration form.
Have questions? Please email Sally Leung, Youth Services Librarian.
