Tag: Hillsborough Library

  • Hillsborough library branch announces December programs

    Hillsborough library branch announces December programs

    The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) Hillsborough branch announced programming for December. Note: The library, located at 379 S. Branch Road, will be closed on Dec. 24 and 25 and on Jan. 1. Programs for All Ages The Nutcracker: Dec. 1, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Discover a magical evening with American Repertory Ballet. Craft…

  • Hillsborough Eagle Scout crafts puppet theater for library

    Hillsborough Eagle Scout crafts puppet theater for library

    Eagle Scout Rishit Roy, a high school junior from Hillsborough, fondly recalls spending much of his childhood at the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) Hillsborough branch. From exploring books, to attending programs, and participating in the library system’s Summer Reading Challenge, he credits the library with fostering his love for reading.  …

  • Library program listing for the Hillsborough branch of SCLSNJ

    Library program listing for the Hillsborough branch of SCLSNJ

    The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) Hillsborough branch, located at 379 S. Branch Road in Hillsborough, is offering the following programs during November. Registration is required for most programs. For questions call, 908-458-8420 or visit SCLSNJ.org. Library closure: The library will be closed on Nov. 25 for Thanksgiving. In-Branch Programs for All…

  • Somerset County Library System announces August programs

    Somerset County Library System announces August programs

    The Somerset County Library System New Jersey has scheduled both in-person and virtual programs throughout August at its Hillsborough branch, 379 S. Branch Road. Explore these programs at sclsnj.libnet.info/events In-Person Programs Read to a Therapy Dog (grades K-4): 10:30-11:30 a.m. outside in the gazebo behind the library. Aug. 4: Register at sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4883271 Aug. 18: Register…

  • Children explore benefits of reading to a therapy dog

    Children explore benefits of reading to a therapy dog

    HILLSBOROUGH – Research has shown that reading to a furry, feathery or scaly friend can help motivate children to read, build their confidence and improve fluency. On June 23, the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) Hillsborough branch hosted the location’s first in-person program since the pandemic began, a read to a therapy…

  • Hillsborough library branch to extend hours of operation

    Hillsborough library branch to extend hours of operation

    Effective April 5, the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) Hillsborough branch will extend their hours of operation.   “This has been a difficult year for us all,” Karen Pifher, manager of branch services, young minds and family resources, said in a prepared statement. “Through this pandemic, we have learned that community, cooperation…

  • Local youth author to present book at Hillsborough Library this month

    Local youth author to present book at Hillsborough Library this month

    A special event is planned to come to the Hillsborough Library this month. A 12-year-old Hillsborough author, Manu Datta, is aimed to treat library customers at the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) Hillsborough Library branch on March 21 from 2-3 p.m. During the program, the 7th-grade author will share his experiences writing…