Tag: Edison Public Library
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Local fire departments to hold open houses as part of National Fire Prevention Week
Only one of every three American households have actually developed and practiced a home fire escape plan, according to a National Fire Protection Association survey. One-third of American households who made an estimate thought they would have at least six minutes before a fire in their home would become life-threatening — and only 8% said…
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The Edison Public Library announces International Museum of the Horse virtual tour
The Edison Public Library will offer a Zoom program, presented by the International Museum of the Horse, titled, “International Museum of the Horse Virtual Tour” from 3-4:30 p.m. Aug. 9. Attendees will learn about the museum’s award winning exhibit Black Horsemen of the Kentucky Turf, as well as exhibits dedicated to the history of the…
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Edison Library Program: Edison Local History Day
The Edison Public Library has announced a Zoom program, Edison Local History Day, at 7 p.m. Aug. 23. The Metuchen-Edison Historical Society will be conducting an interactive presentation consisting of old photographs, homes, landmarks, historical maps and memorabilia, and sharing tales of Edison’s diverse history. To register, call the library at 732-287-2298 or visit http://www.eventkeeper.com/mars/xpages/xp_newpopevent.cfm?zeeOrg=EDISON&EventID=6680148&sw=1920…
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Edison Public Library Receives Donation
On July 19, in anticipation of the new Amazon delivery station opening in Edison, Amazon contributed $1,500 to the Edison Public Library Foundation for the library’s summer reading program. “We want to thank Amazon for their generous donation,” said Pat Massey, library board president. “The check will be used to kickstart next year’s summer reading…
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Edison Library Program: Tales of the New Jersey Devil
The Edison Public Library has announced a Zoom program: Tales of the New Jersey Devil will be held at 7 p.m. Aug. 9. Join Rutgers professor and folklorist Dr. Angus K Gillespie, who will leads attendees on the tale of the Leeds family who gave birth to the New Jersey Devil, which now lurks in…
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Edison Library Program: Stitches in Time: 3 Centuries of Hemlines, Necklines and Everything in Between
The Edison Public Library has announced a Zoom program: Stitches in Time: 3 Centuries of Hemlines, Necklines & Everything in Between will be held at 7 p.m. Aug. 16. Liberty Hall Museum presents Stitches in Time. Over the years the descendants of the Livingston and Kean families preserved the previous generations’ clothing. This fashionable presentation…
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Edison Public Library Board of Trustees schedules January meeting
The Edison Public Library Board of Trustees has scheduled its January board meeting for 7 p.m. Jan. 12 via Zoom. The agenda will include the annual reorganization, in addition to regular business. The Edison Library Board agendas, minutes, and connection information are posted on the library website, www.edisonpubliclibrary.org/board-of-trustees. For more information about the meeting, email…
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Edison new COVID-19 cases include 11-month-old baby, library holding International Artists Day Facebook contest Oct. 25-Nov. 3
EDISON – Edison officials reported 14 new COVID-19 cases, which brings the total number of cases to 2,363, according to the Edison Office of Emergency Management on Oct. 20. The age range of the new cases are from 11 months to 66. The township has lost two more residents to COVID-19, which bring the total…
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Edison new COVID-19 cases under 10, north branch library expected to reopen this week
EDISON – Edison officials reported seven new cases of COVID-19, which brings the total number of cases to 1,949, according to the Edison Office of Emergency Management on July 24. The age range of the new cases are from 27 to 55. The township has lost one more resident to COVID-19, which brings the total…