Space is the Place! The Library is displaying the model spaceships of Luciano Montefusco in the Science Fiction section.

The Central Library is displaying astronomy books in its Young Adult section. To learn more about astronomy check out the Astronomy Picture of the Day.

Bright new book cubbies in the Children's Department. Thanks a lot to the Boy Scout volunteers who put them together for us.

Here is another nice exhibition in the Children's Display Case in the Main Library. If your child is interested in displaying his or her collection in the Library, please contact Children's Librarian Phyllis Church at (732) 721-5600 ext. 5028 or e-mail her.

The Old Bridge Main Library is currently displaying the old-time Christmas collection of Librarian Lynn Sacs.

The Old Bridge Library will host a concert of acoustic folk music from Old Bridge native Karen Anne, on Saturday, January 22, 2005 at 1:30 p.m. Karen is a resident of Old Bridge whose performances throughout Monmouth, Middlesex, Hunterdon and Mercer counties have taken off since her debut showcase in January 2004.

Karen Anne’s originals evoke a sense of peace and hope amidst life’s challenges, leaving the listener feeling refreshed. Her angelic vocals are soothing to the ear, and her clear vocal tone has been equated to the “etched in glass” quality of Art Garfunkel’s. Her guitar accompaniment has been described as possessing “personal flair which makes every song uniquely her own.”

A music therapist by trade, Karen Anne describes herself as “an independent songsmith and performer, having fun by reaching out to touch the lives of others in the way I know best – through my heart in music.”

Appearing at the Library with Karen Anne will be special guest singer and guitarist Patti Bramson. For more information about this concert, please call (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033 or e-mail timnil@lmxac.org.

The Old Bridge Public Library is hosting the watercolor artwork of Michael Grace through January 10th.

The Library is presenting an exhibit of aluminum aquatic artwork by Gregg Merseles of Spotswood, NJ.

One of the Old Bridge Public Library's new Dispaly Gondolas. Currently the Library is displaying self-help books and computer material.

December - January Holiday Schedule

Main Library and Laurence Harbor Closed:

Christmas Eve: Dec. 24
Christmas: Dec.25
Day After Christmas: Dec. 26
New Year's Day: Jan 1 and Jan 2, 2006

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Reach for the stars with an astronomy presentation from Princeton astronomer John Miller Saturday at 1:30 p.m. in the Main Library. For more information, please call the Reference Desk (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033.

Classical guitarist Anton DelForno performs before a rapt audience at the Main Library on Saturday, December 4th.

Festive weekend!

Saturday, December 4th at 1:30 p.m. Classical Guitar Concert with Anton DelForno. Take a rest from all of your hectic holiday plans and festivities to attend a relaxing afternoon of classical music. Anton DelForno has performed in concert halls around the world and was recently featured on the New York City Public Radio station WNYC. He will perform a mix of original compositions and classical favorites.

Sunday, December 5 at 2:00 p.m. Holiday Tea with Judith Krall-Russo. Celebrate the holiday festivals of the diverse cultures of America. Learn about the development of holiday festivals while enjoying teas and snacks. Registration is required and seating is limited—call (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033.

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Holiday Schedule

Wednesday, November 24:

Main Library: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Laurence Harbor Branch: 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Thursday, November 25:

Main Library: closed
Laurence Harbor Branch: closed

Friday, November 26:

Main Library: 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Laurence Harbor Branch: closed

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Dr. Angus Gilliespie presents the history of the Jersey Devil to a packed house on Saturday.

Saturday, November 20th at 2:30 p.m. The Jersey Devil A presentation by Professor Angus Gillespie of Rutgers University. In a talk illustrated by many photographs, drawings, and maps, Gillespie brings together different reports of this legendary creature. This program is made possible by the generous support of the New Jersey Council on the Humanities. For more information, please call (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033.

Jazz guitar hero James Emery performed live in the Old Bridge Public Library on Saturday. Emery is a master of many styles and more information about his music can be found on his web site.

The Old Bridge Library has board games for patrons to play in the Library. Please stop by the Reference Desk for details.

This weekend at the Library:

Saturday, November 13th at 1:30 p.m. Jazz Concert with guitarist James Emery. Emery is an internationally known recording and performing musician associated with the String Trio of New York. The New York Times wrote, "Emery is a fleet guitarist with a personal touch and sound...mercurial, poised and thoroughly satisfying."

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Swing! Swing! Swing! The Norm Paley Quartet performs live at the Old Bridge Library. Thanks a lot to the overflow crowd of nearly 100 that came out to support the Library's programming.

Henry Mose presents "War of the Worlds" as part of the Library's Halloween Celebration.

Juley and Jane get into the Halloween spirit as "Super Librarians."

This week at the Library:

Thursday, November 4 at 7:00 p.m. Resume Writing Workshop. Come learn the proper ways to put together a resume, plus get tips on job hunting. Registration is required for this free program. Please call 732-721-5600 ext.5033 to reserve your spot.

Saturday, November 6th at 1:30 p.m. Swing Concert with the Norm Paley Quartet. Clarinetist Paley is a longtime veteran of the music scene, performing and teaching the music of Benny Goodman, Count Basie, Duke Ellington and others.

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Saturday, October 30 at 1:00 p.m. Henry Morse presents "War of the Worlds"

Lecture plus the original radio program. Come hear the actual broadcast and learn about the nationwide pandemonium created upon its airing in 1938.

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Saturday, October 23 at 1:30 p.m. Dan Faulk Jazz Trio. Dan Faulk is a prolific composer having penned over 100 compositions to date, 24 of which have been recorded on 7 different CD's. Located in the metropolitan New York city area, Dan works as a freelance performer, recording artist, composer/arranger, and a collegiate and private instructor.

This week at the Library:

Crafting Club - The Old Bridge Public Library Crafting Club meets weekly at the Main Library on Thursday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. All crafters of any experience or type of craft are welcome to attend.

Garden Club - Join us for the next meeting of the Old Bridge Public Library’s Gardening Club! Trade secrets and tips, plan trips to gardening centers and more. Bring your green thumb and ideas for fun and interesting activities and join us! We will be discussing how to remake the Library’s garden and trading plants! The Garden Club will meet on October 20 at 7:00 p.m.

Mystery Book Discussion Group - The Mystery Book Discussion Group meets once per month to discuss the latest and greatest in Mystery Literature. The next meeting will take place on October 20 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library. Call Marcy for titles to be discussed and for more info: (732) 721-5600 ext. 5034.

Original Book Discussion Group - Do you want to read interesting books and share your thoughts with others? The Book Discussion Group will be reviewing Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist on October 21 in the Central library at 7:00 p.m. Brazilian storyteller Paulo Coehlo introduces Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who one night dreams of a distant treasure in the Egyptian pyramids. And so he's off: leaving Spain to literally follow his dream.

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Chinese Puppet theatre display.

The Old Bridge Public Library is hosting an exhibit from the Newark Museum of Chinese Puppet Theature figures.

Another picture of the Christopher Dean band performing Live at the Library.

The Crristopher Dean Band performed before an appreciative crowd at the Library on Saturday.

Free Blues Concert

Saturday, October 9 at 1:30 p.m. The Christopher Dean Blues Band The Christopher Dean Band is a regional blues/soul band based out of the Central New Jersey area, working up and down the east coast year round. Christopher Dean fronts the group playing guitar and singing. After graduating high school in 1992, Christopher studied various styles of blues guitar ranging from Delta, Chicago, to Texas as well as jazz, folk, country, and pop. Dean has recorded two albums with Big Jack Johnson including "All The Way Back" in 1997, and "Roots Stew" in 2000. He recorded his first solo release in 2000, "Dogged n' Driven" and started touring east coast which has continued for the last four years. The band released a brand new CD in 2003, "Three Times A Fool". It has been received well by blues programs and blues societies on the east coast. For more information please call (732) 721-5600 X5010 and ask for the Reference Department.

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The ribbon cutting of the newly redesigned Laurence Harbor Branch Library.

This week at the Library:

Genealogy Club - If you are interested in learning about your family's history, join the Genealogy Club at the Library. Be sure to get in on the ground floor of this happening group. The next meeting will take place on September 22 at 7:00 p.m. Please contact Jennifer Sherman for more details at (732) 566-2227 or jlsherma@lmxac.org.

Crafting Club - The Old Bridge Public Library Crafting Club meets weekly in the Art Gallery of the Main Library on Thursday afternoons at 1:00 p.m. All crafters of any experience or type of craft are welcome to attend.

Non-Fiction Book Discussion Group - The Old Bridge Public Library is seeking patrons interested in taking part in a non-fiction book discussion group. Participants would meet once per month on a weekday evening to be determined to discuss what books they have been reading and to make recommendations of interesting books to other group members. The first organizational meeting will be held Thursday, September 23 at 7:00 p.m. All bibliophiles are welcome. Please contact Marcy at (732) 721-5600 ext. 5034 or mjkagan@lmxac.org.

Science Fiction Book Discussion Group - Lift off for unknown worlds with the Science Fiction Book Discussion Group at the Old Bridge Public Library. On September 23 at 7:00 p.m. the group will be reading Time Patrol by Poul Anderson. In a fictive universe imagined in eight stories and one novel, time is mutable, and once time travel is discovered, humanity's remote descendants, the Danellians, set up the Time Patrol to ensure that no changes to the past will wipe out their own present. The writing is excellent, distinguished by Hugo and Nebula winner Anderson's skill at weaving a background of sights and sounds to make the stage, and thus the actors, more real. Please note that this group will be meeting at the Staff Table, ask at the Circulation Desk for directions. For more information, please call the Reference Desk, (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033.

How to Buy a Computer – Tuesday September 28th at 2:00 p.m. Come and learn in this newly developed class! Whether you want to purchase your first computer or are thinking of updating your current PC, this class id for you. We will help make sense of all of the computer jargon and assist you in making a smart spending decision. The Library’s computer classes are open to Old Bridge residents only and reservations are necessary – please call (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033 for more information.

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This Week at the Library:

Savvy Seniors - A strong, thriving organization, Savvy Seniors is the largest discussion and activities group at the Library. The senior citizens in this group gather in the Library’s large meeting room each month to discuss previously selected topics. Additionally, the seniors plan lunch dates, movies, trips to Broadway shows, and other exciting activities. The next meeting will take place on September 14 at 10:30 a.m.

Gardening Club - Join us for the next meeting of the Old Bridge Public Library’s Gardening Club! Trade secrets and tips, plan trips to gardening centers and more. Bring your green thumb and ideas for fun and interesting activities and join us! We will be discussing how to remake the Library’s garden and trading plants! The Garden Club will meet on September 15 at 7:00 p.m.

Genealogy Club - If you are interested in learning about your family's history, join the Geneology Club at the Library. Be sure to get in on the ground floor of this happening group. The next meeting will take place on September 15 at 7:00 p.m. Please contact Jennifer Sherman for more details at (732) 566-2227.

Mystery Book Discussion Group: The Mystery Book Discussion Group meets once per month to discuss the latest and greatest in Mystery Literature. The next two meetings will take place on September 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library. Call Marcy for titles to be discussed and for more info: (732) 721-5600 ext. 5034.

Saturday, September 18th at 1:30 p.m. Folk Musician Patti Bramson ~ A veteran of the Jersey Shore music scene, Patti Bramson’s wide variety of life experiences find their way into the heart of her soft acoustic musical style. Upstage Magazine’s Jerry Pashin says, “Her lyrics are descriptive and personal. Her delicate style captures the attention of the listeners”. While Patti can be found performing regularly at local establishments, she continues to find great enjoyment sharing music with others through local guitar circles and jam sessions.

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Staff from the Library's Laurence Harbor Branch handed out flyers and brochures during the recent Salt Water Day festival.

The Old Bridge Public Library's branch at Laurence harbor has been hosting programs for adults strating this summer. This picture was taken during a popular fishing program. For more information about programming at the Harbor, contact Jennifer Sherman, (732) 566-2227 or jlsherma@lmxac.org.

Labor Day

The Old Bridge Public Library wishes you a safe and peaceful Labor Day weekend. Both the Central Library and Laurence Harbor branch will be closed Saturday, September 4 through Monday, September 6. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 8 and then resume Sunday hours (12:30 - 5:00 p.m.) on September 12.

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Swing Your Partner! Patrons enjoying the Square Dance, the concluding event of the Library's Summer Celebration.

Saturday, August 21@ 6:30PM Square Dance with Special Guest "Hank the Cowdog." Bring the entire family for this night of dancing, music, and great fun! Be sure to stay for the prize drawings -- this could be your lucky night! Also, see who the winners are of our Photography Contest & Explorer Contest.

Fly Fishing @ Laurence Harbor

The Laurence Harbor branch library hosted its first program on Saturday, with an appearance by the hosts of a popular fly fishing public television show. The demonstration was very well attended and this bodes well for future programming at the Laurence Harbor Branch.

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Digging the Duke! Jazz enthusiast Herb Gordon hosts a program on the life and music of Duke Ellington.

Saturday, August 7 @ 1:30PM Remembering Duke Ellington ~ A talk and musical presentation by Herb Gordon. Considered by many to be America's greatest composer, bandleader, and recording artist, Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington was the most prolific composer of the 20th Century. Come learn, listen, reminisce and enjoy as Herb Gordon shares with you over fifty years of amazing accompishments in the life of legendary Duke Ellington.

The Old Bridge Public Library hosted a bonfire and sing-a-long at the Laurence Harbor Branch Library.

Wow, what a crowd! Thanks to all that turned out for the Library's presentation on UFO's as part of the "Blazing Trails at Your Library" summer programming series. Don't fret if you missed it, there's much more to come!

The Genealogy Club meets for some online instruction at the Library. Interested in joining the club? Contact Jennifer Sherman at the Laurence Harbor Branch - (732) 566-2227 or jlsherma@lmxac.org.

UFO believer due at library program

Retired Air Force Major George Filer claims to have encountered his first Unidentified Flying Object while piloting an air tanker over England in 1962. He has been chasing them ever since. At 7 p.m. July 28, Filer will present the evidence he has collected when he visits the Old Bridge Public Library. Filer is currently the East Coast director of the Mutual UFO Network, the nation's largest UFO organization, and is also editor of an online UFO newsletter. His visit is sponsored by the Friends of the Old Bridge Library. The program is free, and reservations are not necessary. Additional information is available by calling the library at (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033 or by visiting www.lxmac.org/obpl.

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A full house enjoys Judith Krall-Russo's program "Apples, Dumplings, Cider and Jack." Part of the Library's "Blazing Trails" summer programming lineup.

The Old Bridge Library hosted a Digital Camera Workshop on July 13th as part of its Summer Reading Program.

Frank Fotusky performs live at the Old Bridge Public Library, Saturday, July 10th at 1:00 p.m.

Saturday, July 10 @ 1:00PM Discover Travelin' Tunes ~ Blues Concert with Frank Fotusky Blaze a trail to the library and find nothing but the Blues! Frank plays accoustic blues -- from the oldies you love to contemporaries like Paul Geremia and Woody Mann, plus a whole bunch of originals. Come discover this spellbinding performer who mixesdazzling guitar and strong vocals with inspiring stories of the great blues men and women of the past. Check out Frank's web site here.

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Rope 'em Phyllis! Summer reading team leader Phyllis Church gets into the act during the Children's Reading Club signup party.

Happy 4th of July!

Thanks to all of those who came to the Library for our opening summer reading kick-off event, it was a big success. Make sure to check the schedule for upcoming summer events at the Library.

The Central Library and the Laurence Harbor Branch will be closed on Monday, July 5th to celebeate Independence day.

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Saturday, June 26 @ 1:30PM "Tall Tales" Improv Program with the Brothers Grinn ~ This is our Summer Reading Club Kick-Off Event! Watch this fantastic improv group, get your face painted, meet Sparkee of the Somerset Patriots, and have a ball! This is a show for All Ages!

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This week at the Library

Coffeehouse Game Club: Meet at the Library for the next installment of the popular Board Game Club. The club concentrates on classic board games such as Scrabble, chess and checkers, but community members are welcome to bring in a wide variety of games for people to try. People of all ages are welcome to attend. The library asks that people bring their own games if possible, to make sure everyone has a chance to play and make new friends. The next meeting will be held on June 19 at 1:00 p.m.

Crafting Club: The Old Bridge Public Library Crafting Club meets weekly at the Main Library on Thursday afternoons at 1:00PM. All crafters of any experience or type of craft are welcome to attend. Please call the Library's Reference Desk for more information at 732-721-5600 ext.5033.

Gardening Club: Join us for the next meeting of the Old Bridge Public Library’s Gardening Club! Trade secrets and tips, plan trips to gardening centers and more. Bring your green thumb and ideas for fun and interesting activities and join us! We will be discussing how to remake the Library’s garden and trading plants! The Garden Club will meet on June 16 at 7:00, call the Reference Desk, (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033 for more information.

Mystery Book Discussion Group: The Mystery Book Discussion Group meets once per month to discuss the latest and greatest in Mystery Literature. On June 16 at 7:00 p.m. the group will be discussing the Murder and the First Lady by Elliot Roosevelt. Call Marcy for more info: (732) 721-5600 ext. 5034.

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The Friends of the Library book sale is in full swing and will last for the week. Please support the book sale, all proceeds from the sale goes to support Library programming and projects.

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Old Bridge Library Friends schedules book sale

The Friends of the Old Bridge Public Library will sponsor its annual book sale during regular hours, June 5-12, at the Old Bridge Main Library, Route 516 and Cottrell Road.
Items available for sale will include hard cover and soft cover adult and children’s books, music, videos, talking books and more. All proceeds will be used to support library programming and equipment. For more information, call (732) 721-5600, ext. 5033.

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Saturday, June 5th at 1:00 p.m. Acoustic Rock Concert ~ Jon Caspi, a New Jersey native son has been a long standing presence on the New Jersey alternative and college radio rock scene, fronting and penning the tunes for such nationally recognized acts as Bouncing off Bob and Boss Gremlin. His songs and style are firmly rooted in the American rock tradition of Bruce Springsteen, Counting Crows and Tom Petty.

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Odarka Stockert performs at the Old Bridge Library on May 22.
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Big week at the Library!

Garden Club will meet on May 19 at 7:00

Join us for the next meeting of the Old Bridge Public Library’s Gardening Club! Trade secrets and tips, plan trips to gardening centers and more. Bring your green thumb and ideas for fun and interesting activities and join us! We will be discussing how to remake the Library’s garden and trading plants! The call the Reference Desk, (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033 for more information.

Mystery Book Discussion Group May 19th at 7:00 p.m.

The Mystery Book Discussion Group meets once per month to discuss the latest and greatest in Mystery Literature. The group will be discussing the Nancy Drew mystery The Secret of the Old Clock and discuss titles to be read over the summer. Call Marcy for more info: (732) 721-5600 ext. 5034.

Original Book Discussion Group, May 20th at 7:00 p.m.

Do you want to read interesting books and share your thoughts with others? The Book Discussion Group will be reviewing Lord Jim by Joseph Conrad and the June book will be announced shortly - please call the Reference Desk for details, (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033.

Crafting Club, May 20th at 1:00 p.m.

The Old Bridge Public Library Crafting Club meets weekly at the Main Library on Thursday afternoons at 1:00PM. All crafters of any experience or type of craft are welcome to attend. Please call the Library's Reference Desk for more information at 732-721-5600 ext.5033.

Saturday, May 22nd at 1:00 p.m.

Relaxing Flute and Harp Concert ~ Join renowned harpist Odarka Stockert for a wonderful and relaxing concert of harp music accompanied by flute. Stockert is an accomplished harpist with a repertoire spanning the centuries, from classical ans Broadway to folk. This relaxing mixture of music if the perfect compliment to a warm spring day.

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Don't miss the return of handwriting analyst Bernice Kreiger! Her popular program analyzing audiece handwriting will return this Saturday, May 8th at 1:00 p.m. Register at the reference desk or call (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033.

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Saturday, May 1st. at 1:00 p.m. Singer/Songwriter Jill Germano. The Old Bridge Public Library’s ongoing concert series continues with a performance from contemporary acoustic singer/songwriter Jill Germano. Jill’s strong voice and soulful music wowed the crowd during a recent local performance in Aberdeen. Make sure to stop by to catch this rising star! For more information, please contact Tim Niland at the Old Bridge Public Library, (732) 721-5600 ext. 2313 or e-mail Tim.

“Horror Writers Group Looking for Members”

The Old Bridge Public Library is looking to form a Horror Writer’s Group. Writers would be encouraged to bring in and read to the group original stories. If you don’t like reading aloud, you may pass out manuscripts. We will also be discussing publishing tips and writing contests. An open forum will take place where horror in the movies, on TV and graphic novels and comics will be discussed. Anyone is welcome to join regardless of writing or publishing experience. For more expereicne, please contact Tim Niland at the Old Bridge Main Library, (732) 721 – 5600 ext. 2313 or E-mail Tim

Acoustic rocker Jon Caspi will play a solo gig at the Main Library on June 5th, check out some free mp3's of his music at Soundclick.

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Bias in the Media, Thursday, April 15, at 1:00 p.m.

The Old Bridge Public Library will present a lecture on the topic of bias in the news media by media critic Charles Wiley. Graduate of New York University, Wiley’s freelance articles have appeared in numerous publications including the New York Times, U.S. News and World Report, Newsweek and Time. A well known radio and TV talk show personality and commentator, he has appeared on hundreds of network and local programs throughout the country – including many times on CNN Crossfire and C-SPAN. This presentation is free and open to the public, registration is not necessary. For more information, contact the Reference Desk, (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033 or timnil@lmxac.org.

Only the Shadow Knows, Saturday, April 17th at 1:00 p.m.

Old Time radio program collector will present a program of one of the all time favorite radio broadcasts, The Shadow. Henry will play excerpts from the programs, and will discuss the show and its enduring popularity

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Thanks to everyone who came out to the Library's "Musical Weekend." Both the B.D. Lenz Trio and the Ambassador String Quartet played to appreciative audiences.

If you missed the B.D. Lenz concert, check out his music online on the Garageband web site or on his own home page.

The Library offered special "quiet areas" over the weekend for those looking for a place away from the music to study. When the Library is hosting a musical event, as a staff member where the "quiet area" is on that particular day.

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Just a quick reminder about the Library's "Musical Weekend"

B.D. Lenz Trio – Saturday, April 3rd at 1:00 p.m.

Jazz fusion guitarist B.D. Lenz forged his identity by combining his background in mathematics with his knowledge of music theory to produce the right combination of grooves and melodies. Lenz, who grew up in West Milford, NJ, discovered jazz relatively late in his life. He first encountered it at a clinic given by jazz guitarist Mike Stern at the Musician's Institute in Hollywood, CA, where Lenz studied in a one-year music program from 1989-1990. Lenz didn't perform in public, concentrating instead on learning guitar and music theory during his year in California. Since then, he’s gone on to record three compact discs, Tell the World (1997) Lost and Found (1999), and Simple Life (2003).

O.B. Library to Present Classical Concert Sunday, April 4rd at 2:00 p.m.

Come to the Old Bridge Public Library for this delightful presentation of classical music by this popular local classical ensemble. The Ambassador String Quartet will play a set of classical works from various composers. There is no need to register for this free concert.

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Thanks to all who came out to attend the concert by the Odessa Klezmer band on Saturday, March 20th. This was our largest audience yet for a musical performance, well over 100 poeple.

Don't forget this Saturday's free programs, a presentation and reading by mystery author Karen Swee and the ever-popular Board Game club!

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Saturday, March 20th at 1:00 p.m.

The Old Bridge Central Library presents a free concert by The Odessa Klezmer Band. Klezmer is a form of instrumental folk music developed in the Eastern European Jewish community. The Odessa Klezmer band is a popular local ensemble that has performed in Gracie Mansion among other locations. This concert is free and open to the public.

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The Old Bridge Public Library would like to thank Sarah Touborg for coming to the Main Library for an author visit regarding her new book "Not Your Mother's Divorce." There was a lively discussion about the book and publishing in general.

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Local Author Speaks About 20-Something Divorces Saturday, March 13th at 1:00 p.m.

The Old Bridge Public Library will present a program by Sarah Touborg, co-author of Not Your Mother’s Divorce, a practical guide for young women about surviving the stress of a divorce. She will discuss her research and findings as well as the process of having the book published. “We were the first generation to have such wide-spread divorce among our parents,” says Touborg, “it made us more determined to make our own marriages work, and that much more disappointed when they didn’t.” There is no need to register for this free event. For more information, contact Tim at the Old Bridge Public Library, (732) 721-5600 ext. 2313.

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On Friday evening, March 5th, the Library hosted it's second annual Volunteer Reception to thank all of the Library's volunteers who have given so generously of their time. The evening was a smashing success. Thank you to the volunteer reception committee for a wonderful evening. The volunteer reception committee included staff members Maria Nowak, Gail Sankner, Shirley Zuk, Wendi Smolowitz and Mary Garcia. A special thank you to Art Freihon who was honored for his service of over thirty years to the Old Bridge Library

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The Ambassador String Quartet has announced the program for their Sunday, April 4 performance at the Central Library. The concert will take place at 2:00 p.m.

Works to be performed:

Quartet No. 35, Opus 64, No. 5 “The Lark” by Joseph Haydn

Allegro Moderato
Adagio Cantablie
Menuetto and Trio
Finale

Quartet Op. 18, No. 5 by Ludwig Van Beethoven

Allegro
Menuetto and Trio
Andante Cantabile
Allegro

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Thanks to all those who attended the Library's Saturday program Ghost Hunting 101 presented by L'Aura Hladik of the New Jersey Ghost Hunting Society. An overflow crowd of nearly 90 people attended this fascinating multimedia presentation.

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The new compact disc order went in a little while ago. I have no idea how many will actually come in since the fill rate with out distributor has been a little weak lately, but anyway, here's what was ordered:

Douglas, Dave - Strange Liberation
Ross, Diana - The #1's
Nova Menco - Fortune Teller
Jones, Norah - Feels Like Home
Murray, Anne - Country Croonin'
Denver, John - Evening With John Denver
Frahm, Joel - Don't Explain
Holmes Brothers - Simple Truths
Various Artists - The Best There Ever Was
ANONYMOUS 4 - American Angels
Various Artists - The Rough Guide to African Rap
Teenage Fanclub - Four Thousand Seven Hundred…
Stone Roses - Very Best of the Stone Roses
Cowboy Junkies - Best of Cowboy Junkies
CCR - Chronicle
Byrds - Greatest Hits
Cusco - Inner Journeys
Roomful of Blues - That's Alright
Groban, Josh - Closer

If you're interested in any of these CDs, look on the new CD cart or check with the reference desk to place a reserve on the disc you are interested in.

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Upcoming book discussions (March and April):

Mystery Book Discussion Group:

The Mystery Book Discussion Group meets once per month to discuss the latest and greatest in Mystery Literature. On March 17th the group will be discussing Aaron Elkins’ Dead Man’s Hearts and on April 21, the group will review Ten Little Indians by Agatha Christie. Call Marcy for more info: (732) 721-5600 ext. 5034.

Science Fiction Book Discussion:

Lift off for unknown worlds with the Science Fiction Book Discussion Group at the Old Bridge Public Library. On March 25 the group will be reading A Fire Upon the Deep by Victor Vinge, and on April 22, the group will discuss John Wyndham’s The Day of the Triffids. Both discussions will take place at 7:00 p.m. and copies of the book will be available at the Library’s Circulation Desk.

Original Book Discussion Group:

Do you want to read interesting books and share your thoughts with others? The Book Discussion Group will be reviewing The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemmingway on March 18 and Lord Jim by Joseph Conrad on April 22, please call the Reference Desk for details, (732) 721-5600 ext. 5033.

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On Saturday evening, the Library's Young Adult section hosted a very successful evening read-a-thon for teenagers. Teens read, studied, and played book bingo and Scrabble. For more information on upcoming Library events for teens, contact Theresa.

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Thanks to everybody who came out to play during the Library's Board Game Day on Saturday, February 21. We had an attendance of 16 people, which made it one of our biggest game groups yet. People played Scrabble, chess, and a new game called "Crossword Pyramids." If you missed the fun, don't fret, the next one will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 27th in the Library's art gallery.

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If you are interested in the Odessa Klezmer Band, there web site can be viewed here. The band will be performing in the Central Library on March 20th at 1:00 p.m.

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Upcoming Library Programs: March 2004

Local Author Speaks About 20-Something Divorces Saturday, March 13th at 1:00 p.m.
The Old Bridge Public Library will present a program by Sarah Touborg, co-author of Not Your Mother’s Divorce, a practical guide for young women about surviving the stress of a divorce. She will discuss her research and findings as well as the process of having the book published. “We were the first generation to have such wide-spread divorce among our parents,” says Touborg, “it made us more determined to make our own marriages work, and that much more disappointed when they didn’t.” There is no need to register for this free event.

Odessa Klezmer Band, Saturday, March 20 at 1:00 p.m.
Klezmer is a form of instrumental folk music developed in the Eastern European Jewish community. The Odessa Klezmer band is a popular local ensemble that has performed in Gracie Mansion among other locations. This concert is free and open to the public.

Colonial Mystery Saturday, March 27 at 1:00 p.m.
Karen Swee, author of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Murder, a mystery novel set in colonial New Brunswick will read from her new novel and speak about her research into colonial history. In the novel, Abigail Lawrence, a New Brunswick mother and tavern mistress during the American Revolution finds a man stabbed in a tavern room and the plot revolves around solving the crime, and exploring the history of revolutionary New Jersey.

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Upcoming book discussions:

Mystery Book Discussion Group: In February, the group will discuss A is for Alibi by Sue Grafton on February 18th at 7:00 p.m. Contact Marcy for more information: (732) 721-5600 ext. 5034 or e-mail Marcy.

Science Fiction Book Discussion Group: On February 26 at 7:00 p.m. we will be discussing Contact by Carl Sagan. For more information, please contact Tim Niland at the Old Bridge Public Library, (732) 721-5600 ext. 2313 or e-mail Tim.

Original Book Discussion Group: On February 19 at 7:00 p.m. the group will be discussion Killer Angels by Michael Shaara. For more information, please contact Tim Niland at the Old Bridge Public Library, (732) 721-5600 ext. 2313 or e-mail Tim.

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Upcoming events for the end of February:

2/21: Board Game Club - Meet at the Library for the next installment of the popular Board Game Club. The club concentrates on classic board games such as Scrabble, chess and checkers, but community members are welcome to bring in a wide variety of games for people to try. People of all ages are welcome to attend. The library asks that people bring their own games if possible, to make sure everyone has a chance to play and make new friends. The next meeting will be held February 21 at 1:00 p.m.

2/28: Ghost Hunting 101 - Saturday, February 28 at 1:00 p.m. Make the Library your favorite haunt as L'Aura Hladik from the New Jersey Ghost Hunting Society comes to the Library to present a program on the basics of ghost hunting. The group will discuss the techniques they use to investigate hauntings and some of the famous cases they have researched.

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