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East Brunswick Public Library now offers local residents access to New Jersey Career Connections, a new job search and career navigation service provided at local libraries and One-Stop Career Centers throughout the state.
Led by the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and provided in partnership with the New Jersey State Library, New Jersey Career Connections offers local residents at all stages in their careers access to effective job search and career navigation services.
"Being a Career Connections library allows East Brunswick Public Library to help our customers in a completely different way," said Library Director Jennifer Podolsky. "Job searching and career resources are two areas that our staff are always asked about, and we are happy that we are better able to provide these services."
Some of the services now provided by the library include job search guidance by trained library staff, assistance navigating the New Jersey Career Connections website and referrals to local One-Stop Career Centers for advanced assistance. Nineteen local libraries, including the State Library, have received grants from the New Jersey Department of Labor to provide New Jersey Career Connections services.
New Jersey Career Connections services are available in person at One-Stop Career Centers and participating library locations as well as at www.CareerConnections.nj.gov, offering New Jerseyans the flexibility to determine how best to explore their career options. A list of all partner locations is available on the New Jersey Career Connections website.
The interactive, easy-to-use and mobile-optimized Career Connections website enables users to work independently, researching and accessing interactive tools at their convenience. In addition to an interactive job board, the new website features networking tips, up-to-date labor market information, interview advice, and easy access to government resources including unemployment insurance.
East Brunswick Public Library provides New Jersey Career Connections services Monday (9 am to 1 pm), Tuesday (5 pm to 9 pm), Wednesday (1 pm to 5 pm), Thursday (1 pm to 5 pm), Friday (1 pm to 5 pm) and Saturday (12 pm to 5 pm).
More information about New Jersey Career Connections can be found
online.
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THE BRITISH INVASION CONCERT FEATURING 2 COUNTIES SYMPHONIC BAND
Sunday, January 8, 2 pm
Enjoy classical and pop music from Great Britain, including Edward Elgar, The Beatles, and British folk tunes. The Two Counties Symphonic Band is a small, 25-piece symphonic band made up of musicians from both Monmouth and Middlesex counties.
They perform classical, Broadway, film, pop, and big band music.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
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OTHER PROGRAMS
THIS IS AN OFF-SITE PROGRAM HELD AT THE COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER
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SUBMIT PROGRAM PROPOSALS FOR
THIRD ANNUAL NJ MAKERS DAY
East Brunswick Public Library will again be participating in the 3rd annual NJ Makers Day on Saturday, March 25, 2017.
The Maker movement celebrates do-it-yourself culture. This all-ages event showcases the innovation, creativity, and resourcefulness of our community.
If you have a project or skill that you'd like to share, please complete the proposal form no later than Monday, January 30 at 5 pm. If you are selected, you will be notified by Friday, February 17.
Submit your proposal here
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DEFENSIVE DRIVING COURSE
Monday, January 23 & Tuesday January 24, 6:30-10 pm
The Friends of the Library are offering defensive driving courses this January. E
rase your points and save money on your car insurance by signing up for a NJ-approved class taught by an experienced police detective/accident investigator. Proceeds benefit the Friends of the Library.
For more info or to sign up, click here.
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GIRLS CAN CODE-ARDUINO WORKSHOP
Saturday, January 14,1 pm
Girls are invited to learn the basics of Arduino in this one-day workshop. Participants will leave with their own mini Arduino kit and the knowledge to utilize it at home.
We can only take 6 participants in this workshop due to limited supplies.
Participants must be girls between the ages of 13 and 19.
Register for this workshop on the library calendar.
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NOTEWORTHY RE-LAUNCH EVENT
Thursday, January 19, 7 pm
YS Programming Room
Calling all music-lovers! Join us for an evening of music-themed activities including crafts, karaoke and sharing. Teens are invited to perform their favorite songs or bring musical instruments to play.
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EBPL STUDY HALL
Saturdays, January 21 and 28, 12-4 pm
Sundays, January 22 and 29, 1-4 pm
Prepare for your mid-terms with tutors from the East Brunswick Youth Council. Study on your own or utilize our tutors to help you get through mid-term season.
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| JUST FOR THE HEALTH OF IT |
EATING HEALTHY AS YOU AGE
Wednesday, January 11, 11 am
The program discusses the importance of a healthy and adjusted diet throughout one's lifetime. It is presented by Maryrose Agel, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at ShopRite of Spotswood.
Agel is a graduate of Rutgers University and completed her dietetic internship at the University of Medicine & Dentistry, with additional training at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Jersey Shore Medical Center. In addition, she has completed Level 1 & 2 of the Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management from the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, and is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics; Sports, Cardiovascular, and Wellness Nutritionists; and Weight Management Dietitian Practice Group.
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I LOVE YOU! WHO ARE YOU?:
LOVING AND CARING FOR A PARENT WITH DEMENTIA AND ALZHEIMER'S
Wednesday, January 18, 7 pm
This presentation will provide useful advice and information on Alzheimer's and Dementia. It will also discuss how to diagnose and treat these horrible illnesses and give caregivers tips on how to take care of a loved one with dementia.
Galina Markovich, ANP, RN, is a passionate expert in the field of dementia care and an innovator in dementia care support and education. Following the completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Galina received a Master of Science in Nursing from the Adult Nurse Practitioner Program of New York University.
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PRE-SCHOOL FAIR
Friday, January 27, 10 am
Meet with several local pre-schools and learn about the different schools and programs they offer children and their families.
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Winter reading is still going strong! Complete your reading bingo card by Monday, January 30
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SULLY
Tuesday, January 10, 1:30 pm and 7:30 pm
USA. 2016. 96 minutes. Rated PG-13.
Tom Hanks stars in this portrait of airline pilot Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger. In the aftermath of his successful emergency landing of an Airbus A320 on the Hudson River in January 2009, the traumatized pilot must endure second-guessing by investigators, the weight of sudden fame and his own doubts about his actions that fateful day. This thoughtful action-adventure film is directed by Clint Eastwood.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
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This January, East Brunswick Public Library offers a variety of computer classes, ranging from Microsoft Excel to Microsoft PowerPoint.
Check out our full schedule of computer classes
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BOOK DISCUSSION: EUPHORIA BY LILY KING
Thursday, January 12, 1:30 and 7:30 pm
Euphoria is Lily King's nationally bestselling breakout novel of three young, gifted anthropologists of the '30's caught in a passionate love triangle that threatens their bonds, their careers, and, ultimately, their lives. Inspired by events in the life of revolutionary anthropologist Margaret Mead, Euphoria is "dazzling...suspenseful...brilliant...an exhilarating novel." - Boston Globe
Reserve your copy
here
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Sponsored by the Friends of the Library
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WORLD PARTY SHORT STORY DISCUSSION:
Apollo by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Tuesday, January 17, 7 pm
This monthly group focuses on authors and themes from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Copies of the story are available at the Information Desk or by emailing
[email protected]. Refreshments will be served.
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