Woodbridge & WWI 1917-1918 panel exhibit on display at Main

Today is the 100th Anniversary of the end of World War I. Click here for the highlight of the day's commemoration at at Lloyd's in London.

Woodbridge & WWI Exhibit Opens at the Main Library

Township Libraries are open Veterans Day this year to make library resources and services available, but also to participate in honoring veterans.

The Woodbridge Historic Preservation Commission (WTHPC) mounted a panel exhibit that opened this weekend--also the 100th anniversary of the end of WWI-- Woodbridge & World War I, in the Main Lobby. Not only is the panel exhibit a concise summary of World War I, but it en-capsules the contribution of Woodbridge during the time. Visit the library to read "On the Home Front,"U.S. Army Hospital #3," and "Natural Resources." Also on display in front of the Local History Room is a rare poster in perfect condition that features a drive to send books to World War I soldiers from the special collection of Wendi Rottweiler, Iselin Branch Manager and member of the WTHPC. The Main Library will also run TV35 coverage of Woodbridge Township Parades ( available on YouTube).

Libraries display Veterans Day resources every year (pictured is Miss Sue's at Fords Branch) and all are invited to visit to take away some history of the day of remembrance.

Grant funding for Woodbridge & World War I has been provided by the Middlesex County Cultural and Heritage Commission, Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders through a grant provided by the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of the Department of State.

Navajo Code Talkers with

Don Buzney

Tuesday, November 20, 7 PM

Main Library Meeting Room

Woodbridge Main Library presents Navajo Code Talkers, hosted by former US Marine officer and Vietnam combat veteran, Don Buzney on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at 7PM. Don will explore the critical role a thousand year old language played in winning the war in the Pacific, during World War II. Don will trace the origin of their language, its specific use during the war, and the way in which the coded messages were transmitted without ever being detected by enemy soldiers.

Registration is not required. This program is free and open to all.

Save the Date!

Click the Main Library display or here to find out how you can enter your work in an Art Show to celebrate Woodbridge Township's 350th Anniversary! There will be opportunities for artists of all ages and experience. Save the date, Friday, December 14th, for an after hours reception from 6:30-8:30 at the Main Library--free and open to the public.

News from Friends

Stumped for a holiday gift?

The Friends of the Libraries of Woodbridge Township has a suggestion for you. Adopt a Book!

The Friends of the Libraries run an Adopt-a-Book program to help increase the stock of books in our local libraries. To participate, simply donate at least $25.00 to "adopt" a book that will be purchased for the age group and branch library you choose.

Each adopted book will carry a specially inscribed bookplate thanking the donor. Memorial inscriptions can be included at the donor's request.

Adopt-a-book forms are available at all Woodbridge Libraries. Please take one and help support this important program, or visit the Woodbridge Library website here to print a form and mail it. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Visit the Main Library for your next culture pass, courtesy of the Friends of the Library. Most Museum Passes circulate like a book for five days. Check our new catalog for availability of passes.

Click HERE for information about the benefits of becoming a Friend of Woodbridge Public Library.

Library Programs

Broaden your horizon-- Click here to take a look at computer class at Woodbridge Public Library . Classes are offered on a rotating basis, and include a choice of morning, afternoon or evening for your convenience. Register on-line here .

Movies @ Main: Crime Time

Going in Style (2017)

Friday, November 16, 2:00 PM

Main Library Meeting Room

D esperate to pay the bills and come through for their loved ones, three lifelong pals risk it all by embarking on a daring bid to knock off the very bank that absconded with their money.

PG-13 | 1h 36min | Comedy , Crime

This program is offered with generous support from Friends of the Library.

Health Information and Screening

Tuesday, November 12, 2:00 PM

Iselin Branch Meeting Room

Nurse Jacqueline Boadu of Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey will be holding an information and screening session on Nov 12 and 15.

Participants will receive ...

Blood Pressure Screenings
Enrollment information for Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
Have your insurance related questions answered by a Horizon BCBS representative.

Affordable Care Act News

Open enrollment for health coverage began November 1st and ends December 15th. The New Jersey State Library has updated a helpful website with information here.

Thursday, November 29, 7:00 PM

Fords Branch Meeting Room

Join us for a community discussion of new ideas in Technology, Entertainment and Design as we launch the first in a series of four library programs, TEDxWoodbridgePublicLibrary. If you are new to TED Talks or a seasoned TED Talk enthusiast, this program is for you.

The independently organized event, licensed by TED, will feature local voices and TED Talk videos on the topic of Personal Growth.

Registration is not required. This program is free and open to the public.

Click for Teen News at WPL

Volunteer Hours for

Young Adult Book Reviews

You asked, we listened. For those in need of more community service hours, you now have another option! Here’s how it works:

You read a book at least 100 pages in length.
You fill out the form we provide in the library, which includes information about the book, and a 1.5-page review (I.e., Half of the front and the entire back of the page) of the book.
Turn the form in--we give you one hour of community service for every 100 pages read. So if you read a 374-page book, you get three hours.

That’s it. It’s easy!

Library-Wide Programs for Children

Many of our programs do not require registration, but kindly click on the flyers and links to register for programs on-line or call the library locations to ensure that space is available.

Main Library Programs for Children

Fords Branch Library Programs for Children

Henry Inman Branch Programs for Children

Iselin Branch Programs for Children

More Programs for Lifelong Learning

Woodbridge Libraries Are Now Members of

Reciprocal Borrowing Group MURAL

Woodbridge Township library cards are accepted in nearly fifty Middlesex and Union County libraries to borrow materials. Municipal libraries are generally open to public use, but through the MUtual Reciprocity Among Libraries Agreement (MURAL), a Woodbridge Township Library card will be welcomed for lending and additional services determined by each library. More details and contact information are available on the WPL home page.