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Film Festivals
Looking Ahead
Director's Corner
Health Literacy Day
Bargain Book and Media Sale
The Geek League
Business Resource Center
 
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FILMS
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About Time

UK-2013-123 minutes-Rated R

When a young man discovers he has the ability to travel back in time to change his life, he decides to use his new-found talent to make the world a better place, starting with getting a girlfriend.  This romantic comedy is written and directed by Richard Curtis and stars Domhnall Gleeson, Bill Nighy and Rachel McAdams.

Tuesday, March 11, 1:30 & 7:30 p.m.

 

The Attack

Lebanon. 2012. 102 minutes. Rated R.
A Palestinian surgeon living in Tel Aviv finds his peaceful life turned upside down when his wife is involved in a terrorist attack.
Tuesday, March 25, 1:30 & 7:30 p.m.    
  
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Beautiful Ruins
by Jess Walter

Thursday, March 13, 1:30 and 7:30 p.m.
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Tuesdays, March 18 and 25, at 7:30 pm.

Thursdays, March  20 and 27 at 10 a.m.

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EXHIBITS: 
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On the walls and in the cases: East Brunswick Schools: 
One of the favorite exhibits at The Library is the annual exhibit by the East Brunswick Public Schools. Curated by the district's art teachers, the exhibit showcases the impressive talents of local students. This month features the secondary schools: East Brunswick High School, Churchill Junior High and Hammarskjold Middle School.

  




LOOKING AHEAD


NIGHT OF THE ARTS
Thursday, April 3 * 6:30 p.m.
Poetry reading and community art show, hosted by EBHS students.
 
THE EAST BRUNSWICK ROOTS PROJECT: UKRAINE
$ Sign up now: Hands-On Pysanky Workshop (Ukrainian Egg Decorating)
with Master Artist Olga Kobryn
Saturday, April 5 * 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Co-sponsored by the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders and the Middlesex County Cultural & Heritage Commission

SATURDAY STITCH Drop-In Session with SANDY KANDEL
Saturday, April 12 * 10 a.m.-noon
Sponsored by The Friends of The Library

 $ Sign up now: Defensive Driving
Monday, April 14 & Tuesday, April 15 * 6:30 p.m.
Sponsored by The Friends of The Library


East Brunswick Public Library
2 Jean Walling Civic Center Dr.
East Brunswick, New Jersey 08816
[email protected]
 
March 2014
DIRECTOR'S CORNER

Library Hosts its First Health Literacy Day!

 

On Saturday March 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. the East Brunswick Public library will be hosting medical students from the Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in order to assist them in learning how to communicate with patients. The students will be prepared, with the help of the Library's Just for the Health of It! librarians, to discuss and answer questions on five timely health topics: Type 2 Diabetes, Heart Disease, Immunizations, Emotional Wellness and Nutrition. Be sure to check the library website for the full details of this very exciting day. Drop in and take a positive step for your health while meeting students who will be tomorrow's doctors. Free giveaways all day.

 

BOOKSALE! Come one, come all to the 40th Annual Friends of the Library Bargain book and media sale!

 

Join the Friends at the Brunswick Square Mall as we celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Annual Bargain Book and Media Sale. There is plenty to choose from and the prices are right! See details below.


MaryEllen Firestone, Library Director



HEALTH LITERACY DAY AT THE LIBRARY
Saturday, March 15 * 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 
 
Take the first steps toward better health during Health Literacy Day at the East Brunswick Public Library.

Medical students from Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School will be onsite at the Library for Health Literacy Day. The day is designed to promote health literacy with prospective patients by using living-room language and teach-back strategies. Medical Students will be present at tables to practice communicating with patients, while answering your health related questions so you can gain a better understanding of conditions such as Type 2 Diabetes; heart disease; immunizations; emotional wellness and nutrition.


Health Literacy Day recognizes the importance literacy plays in healthcare; specifically, in achieving a long and healthy life, shorter recoveries, fewer hospitalizations, and less overall financial stress to the healthcare system. This demand on patients to play an active role alongside their physician requires literacy skills that include basic reading and comprehension, numeracy skills to understand prescription dosing, and even the need for multilingual information to meet the demands of those whose first language is not English.

 

We invite you to take control of your health in the comfort of your own public library with local medical students who will be tomorrow's doctors. The East Brunswick Public Library's team of consumer health librarians will also be present to showcase the library's own health literacy tools.

The East Brunswick Public Library is an Affiliate Member of the National Libraries of Medicine and has been recognized by the group as a leader in health literacy on the public front through its Just for the Health of It initiative, which helps people find health information that is tailored just for them. The Library also has been awarded two major grants from the National Libraries of Medicine and is involved in a partnership with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at their Health & Wellness Centers.

ANNUAL BARGAIN BOOK & MEDIA SALE
Center Court at the East Brunswick Square Mall
Monday, March 24 through Sunday, March 30

Forty years of bargains, 40 years of books! In the 40th anniversary year of the Friends' book sale, come check out the latest selection of books, videos, movies and music. The Annual Friends of The Library Book & Media Sale to be held from Monday, March 24, through Sunday, March 30 in the Center Court at the East Brunswick Square Mall. This is The Friends' biggest event of the year and the most popular book sale in Central New Jersey. Customers get to pick from a variety of hardcovers, paperbacks, best sellers, science books, mysteries, classics and more all at affordable prices. You'll also get to choose from an assortment of music, videos, DVDs and audiobooks.  

 

Mall hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. All forms of payment are accepted.

Don't miss our Puppet Shows at 7 and 7:30 p.m. March 25! 
 


Check out the calendar on our website, EBPL.org, to find out about future events and programs! To find Library resources related to the program topics, look for book/DVD/CD/audiobook displays during the week the program is presented, look up resources noted after each event listing, and/or ask a librarian.

 

SATURDAY STITCH  

Drop-In Session with SANDY KANDEL

Saturday, March 8 * 10 a.m.-noon

Bring your favorite needlecraft project and tap into Sandy's expertise to get past those problem spots! Whether you do knitting, crochet, needlepoint, counted cross stitch, embroidery or other needlework, come drop in at your convenience for tips and to enjoy Sandy's expert advice and the camaraderie of fellow crafters. There will be a sign-in sheet, and Sandy will give one-on-one advice in order of the sign-ins. All levels welcome. This is a regular monthly program on second Saturdays. 

Sponsored by The Friends of The Library

 

CELEBRATING THE CULTURE OF INDIA
Sunday, March 9 * 2 to 4 p.m.
Commemorate NJ 350: Innovation, Diversity and Liberty, by celebrating the contributions of the Indian-American community during an event for the whole family. Experience Indian culture through dance, presentations, and workshops. Speakers include Dr. Triveni Kuchi and Dr. Debotri Dhar, both of Rutgers. Refreshments will be served. 
This free program is sponsored by the Indian Cultural Society of East Brunswick, Agraj Seva Kendra and The Library.

AFFORDABLE CARE ACT ONE-ON-ONE ENROLLMENT ASSISTANCE

Monday, March 17 * 2-5 p.m. and 6-9 p.m.

As the March 31 deadline looms for getting covered in 2014 through the Healthcare Marketplace, take advantage of this opportunity to have a federally facilitated Marketplace Enrollment Team from Cognosante walk you through the sign-up process. Learn about your options and whether you might qualify for subsidies. Use the calendar at www.ebpl.org  to register for a one-hour time slot and to find a list of required documents. 

 

If no slots are available, please sign up for the waiting list. If there are enough customers, The Library will try to schedule one more counseling session during March and notify you directly.

Co-sponsored by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and The Library's Just for the Health of It !initiative 


MEMORY LOSS AND MEMORY ENHANCEMENT
Tuesday, March 18 * 1 p.m.
Jeffrey Apter, MD, will discuss the differences between memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer's disease, focusing on the early signs of memory loss. Attendees will learn about diagnosis, treatment and prevention. He will cover mild cognitive impairments and medications that can slow down the process of memory loss. Dr. Apter will also give some tips for memory enhancement.
Sponsored by the Middlesex Chapter of the Brandeis National Committee and The Library's Just for the Health of It! Initiative.

MAKHELAT HAMERCAZ: JEWISH CHOIR OF CENTRAL NEW JERSEY

 Sunday, March 23 * 3 p.m. 

Under the direction of Cantor Anna West Ott and Hazzan Sheldon Levin, Makhelat HaMercaz Jewish Choir of Central New Jersey will again present a stirring program, spanning the spectrum of Jewish experience and traditions. The repertoire includes a variety of Psalm settings, from Renaissance polyphony to rock to Gospel, sung in English, Hebrew, Yiddish and Latin.
Sponsored by The Friends of the Library, the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders, the Middlesex County Cultural and Heritage Commission, New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State and the Karma Foundation.  

   

COMPUTER TRAINING 

Sign up now for the East Brunswick Public Library's latest computer class offerings. February classes will be held Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

 

Here is the schedule for March:



 

THE GEEK LEAGUE  

Saturday, March 1, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m
Monday,  March 10, 6 - 8 p.m.
Saturday, March 15, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Stop by and have the tech savvy teens of the East Brunswick Public Library's "Geek League" help you with that tricky new gadget. Teens in the Geek League are available to help create an email or Facebook account and answer other basic computer questions. They are there to coach adults to be more comfortable with electronic gadgets such as cell phones and ereaders. Just bring your gadget and any manuals and cords it comes with.

 

Please note that non-wi-fi devices generally need software pre-installed on your computer...please bring your laptop as well.

 

GAME DESIGN WITH GAME MAKER
Saturday, March 1 and March 8, 12:30 to 2 p.m.

For ages 10 to 19
With Game Maker Studio you can design and develop your own 2D games from scratch - no previous programming experience required! In these three classes you'll learn how to use Game Maker Studio and make your very first video game! Classes will meet on March 1, and March 8. You can also come by on March 5 to make-up a missed session, or get help with your game. Finally, make sure to come by on March 12 during Teen Tech Week to show off your game, and see what everyone else was able to make! 

 

EBHS FOLIO Club -- A Night of the Arts At the Teen Space
Thursday, April 3 * 2 to 4 p.m.
The Folio club produces and distributes the school literary arts magazine. This magazine includes student poems, stories, artwork, and photography.  Each year they host a Night of the Arts for students to display and read poems of their own creation or from their favorite artists.  This year they are bringing it to the Library for the entire community to enjoy.

 

The Library will be turning the Teen Space into a literary salon for the evening, displaying works of art and a reading event with participants being encouraged to read their own poems and stories as well as those of their favorite authors. 

 

Come enjoy a Night of the Arts with us at the Library as we celebrate the schools' literary arts magazine and National Poetry month! Refreshments will be served.

If you are interested in submitting your artwork for display or would like to participate in the reading; email the FOLIO Club at: [email protected].  

 

The deadline for submissions is March 30. 



TRAINING FOR THE UNEMPLOYED
Thursday, March 6 * 10 a.m. to noon
Learn how government funds can help you obtain the skills needed for today's jobs at state-approved public or private training programs. This FREE presentation will explain who is eligible; what types of training are available; how a person selects a school; how assistance in obtaining an employment is provided; the requirements of unemployment while in training; and documentation requirements for eligibility.

Registration is required. To register call 732-390-6782 or email [email protected].

This program is presented by the Middlesex County Office of Workforce Development & Workforce Investment Board

HOLISTIC MARKETING FOR THE DIGITAL AGE, With Michael Barry M.B.A., B.A.
Thursday, March 27 * 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Small businesses are experiencing a bewildering array of challenges and opportunities that did not exist a few years ago. Although tools have changed, the fundamentals still apply, and with ever-changing digital channels and social media platforms, it's crucial to be smart about investing marketing dollars and energy. Holistic marketing provides a framework for finding the right balance between trusted and time-tested principles of marketing and the new digital tools available today. 

In this SCORE seminar, you will discover how traditional marketing techniques have reappeared, albeit with different names, in the new digital marketplace. The 4C's of holistic marketing have replaced the traditional 4P's of marketing.  Authenticity and engagement are the buzzwords of the day and everyone is talking about SEO, but what does that all mean for the small business owner?  It means finding the right mix, which is a delicate balancing act, and Holistic Marketing can show you how.


Michael Barry
M.B.A., B.A. is President of Princeton Creative Marketing, a consultancy for small businesses, non-profits and arts, specializing in balancing traditional and contemporary marketing techniques to create Holistic Marketing solutions. Some recent clients include ETS, H&R Block, Laughing Buddha Music, S4 Holdings, The Yale-China Association, Global Language Project, Studios Rouges, World Music TV, Ahlara International, The New School, Norwalk Community College, and the International Studio of Music. Michael is a frequent panelist, lecturer, instructor and a published author.

QUICKBOOKS LEVEL III 
Tuesday, March 4, 7 to 9 p.m.
Level Three will begin with a review of revenue and expense processing. The class will then discuss basic payroll processing and sales tax recording.
Prerequisites: Participants should have taken Quickbooks Level Two or be already familiar with the material from another course.
Fee: $30 per class.


QUICKBOOKS LEVEL IV
Tuesday, March 11, 7 to 9 p.m.
Level four will focus on data analysis and report generation. In addition, there will be a discussion, as time permits, of other Quickbooks features such as Quickbooks forms customization.
Prerequisites: Participants should have taken Quickbooks Level Three or be already familiar with the material from another course. 
Fee: $30 per class.

How to Register: Registration is open to cardholders and non-cardholders on our website www.ebpl.org  
Please register early. Class is limited to 12 participants.  
For any queries, call 732-390-6782 or email: [email protected]