An emotional, rousing novel inspired by the incredible true story of two giraffes who made headlines and won the hearts of Depression-era America. Part adventure, part historical saga, and part coming-of-age love story, West with Giraffes explores what it means to be changed by the grace of animals, the kindness of strangers, the passing of time, and a story told before it’s too late.
Visit our table and pick up some healthy South Asian recipes & articles.
Provided by the Library's health initiative, Just For the Health of It.
Provided by Saint Peter's University Hospital
Appointments are required.
The DermaScan is a non-invasive device that shows sun damage and other skin surface conditions, such as dryness and oil deposits.
*Wearing makeup may obscure results.
Rental Family
US. 2025. 110 minutes. Rated PG-13. Drama/Comedy.
A struggling American actor living in Tokyo lands an unusual gig working for a "rental family" agency. Playing stand-in roles in other people’s families, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality. Confronting the moral complexities of his work, he rediscovers purpose and connection. Brendan Fraser stars in this dramedy directed by HIKARI.
This film is shown with captions.
Rental Family
US. 2025. 110 minutes. Rated PG-13. Drama/Comedy.
A struggling American actor living in Tokyo lands an unusual gig working for a "rental family" agency. Playing stand-in roles in other people’s families, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality. Confronting the moral complexities of his work, he rediscovers purpose and connection. Brendan Fraser stars in this dramedy directed by HIKARI.
This film is shown with captions.
Eleanor the Great
US. 2025. 98 minutes. Rated PG-13. Drama/Comedy.
When her roommate Bessie has a heart attack, 94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein moves back to New York City to live with her daughter. During a visit to the local community center, she joins a support group, tells Bessie’s story instead of her own, and starts a chain of events that threatens her new-found friendships. June Squibb delivers an amusing yet poignant performance in Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut.
This film is shown with captions.
Rental Family
US. 2025. 110 minutes. Rated PG-13. Drama/Comedy.
A struggling American actor living in Tokyo lands an unusual gig working for a "rental family" agency. Playing stand-in roles in other people’s families, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality. Confronting the moral complexities of his work, he rediscovers purpose and connection. Brendan Fraser stars in this dramedy directed by HIKARI.
This film is shown with captions.
Eleanor the Great
US. 2025. 98 minutes. Rated PG-13. Drama/Comedy.
When her roommate Bessie has a heart attack, 94-year-old Eleanor Morgenstein moves back to New York City to live with her daughter. During a visit to the local community center, she joins a support group, tells Bessie’s story instead of her own, and starts a chain of events that threatens her new-found friendships. June Squibb delivers an amusing yet poignant performance in Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut.
This film is shown with captions.
Rental Family
US. 2025. 110 minutes. Rated PG-13. Drama/Comedy.
A struggling American actor living in Tokyo lands an unusual gig working for a "rental family" agency. Playing stand-in roles in other people’s families, he begins to form genuine bonds that blur the lines between performance and reality. Confronting the moral complexities of his work, he rediscovers purpose and connection. Brendan Fraser stars in this dramedy directed by HIKARI.
This film is shown with captions.
Learn about the changing landscape of Immigration under the new administration. This is a virtual program. You can join through this Zoom link here.
Immigration Law Attorney Aleksandra Gontaryuk will discuss relevant changes to immigration such as Executive Orders, Registration, Travel and Parole, and other changes. There will be time at the end to participate and ask questions.
This event is being cosponsored by the New Brunswick Free Public Library.