Tag: Old Bridge Library
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Old Bridge Library to hold children’s sessions on Finch robots
Children and teens will have the opportunity to explore Finch robots this summer at the Old Bridge Public Library. Sessions will be held at both the Central Branch, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, and Laurence Harbor (LH) branch, 277 Shoreland Circle. The Finch is a small robot invented by Carnegie Mellon’s CREATE lab to promote computer…
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Old Bridge Library to present sculptor, lineage expert for special programs in July
The Old Bridge Public Library will welcome figurative sculptor Konstantin Zingerman at 11 a.m. on July 9 for a lecture on the art of sculpting and an introduction to sculpture techniques, methods and ideas. He will then lead a hands-on demonstration using clay. Space is limited; registration is required at www.oldbridgelibrary.org or by calling 732-721-5600,…
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Old Bridge Library kicks off summer reading program
The Old Bridge Library’s annual summer reading kickoff event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 29 at the library, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, intersection of Cottrell Road and Route 516, Old Bridge. With the theme of “A Universe of Stories,” this year’s program will help inspire children of all ages…
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Old Bridge Library welcomes back The Wag on June 22
The Old Bridge Public Library will welcome back The Wag at 2:30 p.m. on June 22 as part of the library’s Second Saturday Concert Series. An upbeat, high energy four-piece band based in the Bayshore area, The Wag’s style varies from blues to pop to rock, and features three alternating lead singers. Band members include…
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Holocaust survivor to share harrowing story at Old Bridge Library on June 23
Holocaust survivor Lois Flamholz will share her harrowing story during an appearance at the Old Bridge Public Library at 2 p.m. on June 23. Flamholz, 91, will discuss her horrific tale of cattle cars, work camps, Auschwitz, and a face-to-face encounter with Dr. Josef Mengele – the “angel of death.” The library is located at…
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Old Bridge Library closed June 5-7 while air conditioning system installed
The central branch of the Old Bridge Public Library, 1 Old Bridge Plaza at the corner of Route 516 and Cottrell Road, is set to close June 5-7 due to the installation of a new air conditioning and heating system. The Laurence Harbor branch, 277 Shoreland Circle, will maintain regular hours during this time: 1-5 p.m.…
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Old Bridge Library to offer meet-and-greets with authors
The Old Bridge Library will welcome author Jennifer Beilis of the inspirational book “Hear I Am!” about deaf culture and disability awareness at 7 p.m. on May 31 at the library, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, corner of Route 516 and Cottrell Road, Old Bridge. She will explore self-help, goal setting, education, employment, mental health and…
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Mother’s Day craft, stuffed animal check-up planned at Old Bridge Library
The Old Bridge Public Library will host an array of interactive events for children this month. All events are free and open to the public; some programs require registration as noted. The library is located at 1 Old Bridge Plaza at the intersection of Route 516 and Cottrell Road. Sensory Storytime will be held at…
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Old Bridge Library to hold blood drive May 2
The Old Bridge Library will hold a community blood drive sponsored by New Jersey Blood Services from 12:30-6:30 p.m. on May 2 at the main branch, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, at the intersection of Cottrell Road and Route 516, Old Bridge. Donors can walk in or make an appointment at tinyurl.com/GiveBloodNJBS (sponsor code is 67552)…