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Photography Workshop Sunday

January 25, 2018
Join photographer Imma Barrera on Sunday, January 28 at 2PM for a presentation that will focus on the basics of composing a picture, helping you to improve the quality of your photos, whether you’re using a smart phone, point and shoot, mirrorless camera or a DSLR.
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This program is co-sponsored by the Raritan Photographic Society.

Imma Barrera is the Member Manager and Founder of Imma Photography LLC based in Metuchen. Her adventure with photography began when she was 8 and received her first camera. A portfolio of her photographs can be found at her website: www.imma.photo.

"Giving Back" Community Conversation Tuesday

January 24, 2018
Please join us for a Community Conversation on Tuesday at 7PM to explore “How Can We Give Back?” This dynamic event allows us to connect diverse perspectives, listen together for new insights, explore questions, and share collective discoveries about this place we call home...East Brunswick.
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The World Café is a methodology that is unique in its ability to enable participants to enhance collaborative wisdom and share knowledge in small intimate groups. The setting is a café, and the experience is rich with reflection.

Regisistration is encouraged, as seating is limited. You can register online or call 732-390-6767.

Jim Henson Movie Marathon Friday: The Muppet Movie

January 23, 2018
Celebrate the masterpieces of Jim Henson with a marathon featuring Labyrinth, The Dark Crystal, and The Muppet Movie Wednesday through Friday.
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This marathon is sponsored by the Friends of the East Brunswick Public Library.

Labyrinth. USA. 1986. 101 minutes. Rated PG.
Wednesday, January 31 | 7PM

The Dark Crystal. USA. 1982. 120 minutes. Rated PG.
Thursday, February 1 | 7PM

The Muppet Movie. 1979. USA. 98 minutes. Rated PG.
Friday, February 2 | 2:30PM

Tonight: Human Rights Program In-Person and Online!

January 22, 2018
Join us at the library OR on Facebook Live for a lecture on "Protecting Human Rights in the 21st Century" with Dr. Bill Fernekes on Tuesday, January 23rd at 7PM.
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Dr. Bill Fernekes will discuss how human rights issues have local, national, and global dimensions. Understanding the perennial tensions in addressing human rights issues and the importance of activism will help us be prepared for protecting the rights of all in the 21st century.

William R. (Bill) Fernekes holds an MA in Latin American history and an Ed.D. in social studies education from Rutgers University. After a career Hunterdon Central Regional HS in Flemington NJ, he now teaches courses in social studies education, human rights and education, global education and teacher preparation at Rider University and the Rutgers Graduate School of Education. A dedicated advocate of human rights education and social justice, he served as advisor/co-advisor of the Amnesty International campus chapter at Hunterdon Central Regional High School for 25 years, and he is currently a member of the national steering committee of Human Rights Educators USA.

This program is funded by the Friends of East Brunswick Public Library & co-sponsored by the East Brunswick Human Relations Council.

[This program will also be livestreamed on the EBPL Facebook page!]

Fourth Tuesdays: Knitting & Crochet Club

January 21, 2018
Our Friends of Fiber knitting and crochet club will now meet on the fourth Tuesdays of every month at 7PM in the group study rooms. The next session is Tuesday, January 23.

Opera Talk: "Marriage of Figaro" Wednesday

January 20, 2018
Join Joanna Barouch for an in-depth examination of, "The Marriage of Figaro," on Wednesday, January 24 at 7PM. This lecture is in advance of the performance at the Mason Gross School at Rutgers University.
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