Tag: Old Bridge Library
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Foodies invited to programs at the Old Bridge Library
Foodies will have plenty to enjoy at the Old Bridge Public Library, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, this summer as the library presents the following culinary-themed programs: “Hot Summer, Cool Foods” will be held at 7 p.m. on July 19. Learn how to make appetizers, main dishes and desserts without turning on the oven or stovetop. Recipes…
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Long Branch, Old Bridge libraries receive grants
Two local libraries are among 18 in New Jersey that have been awarded up to $2,500 each in grant funds to purchase library materials to help develop their literacy collections. The grant opportunity was offered to libraries that successfully completed the 2015 New Jersey State Library Literacy Boot Camp, a four-part series designed for librarians and library…
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Old Bridge Library accommodates visual, physical and reading impairments
OLD BRIDGE – The Old Bridge Public Library has partnered with The New Jersey State Library Talking Book and Braille Center (TBBC) to serve patrons whose ability to read may be affected by a physical or visual impairment or a reading disability. Anyone who cannot read standard print or hold or turn pages of a book…
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Old Bridge Library programs tell stories from around the world
The Old Bridge Public Library will continue its youth programs that celebrate cultural diversity, funded by the library’s recent Dia grant. Youth Stages will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Children’s Book Day with a presentation of “Anansi and the Moss Covered Rock” at 3 p.m. on April 30. The event will tell the story of Anansi, the…
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‘Books by Mail’ program makes reading accessible to homebound residents
OLD BRIDGE – In an effort to make books easily accessible to a greater number of residents, the Old Bridge Public Library is introducing a pilot “Books by Mail” program to select senior living facilities and homebound residents. Residents of the Golden Living facility and the Reformed Church Home facility on Route 18 will be able…
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Grant recognizes Old Bridge library for its multilingual efforts
OLD BRIDGE – In recognition of its efforts towards children’s literacy, the Old Bridge Public Library has been awarded a “Dia” grant from the American Library Association’s Association for Library Service to Children division. Funded by the Dollar General Corp., the Dia grant (which stands for El día de los niños/El día de los libros…
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Old Bridge Senior Center becomes fifth in state to receive accreditation
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — The George Bush Senior Center in Old Bridge is the fifth in the state — and the first in Middlesex County — to become accredited by the National Institute of Senior Centers. “We are so proud of our senior center, the quality of life and extended life…