Tag: Somerset County Library System of New Jersey

  • Hillsborough library announces programs for September

    Hillsborough library announces programs for September

    The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s Hillsborough branch announced its programs for September. Note: The library will be closed Sept. 5 and 6 in observance of Labor Day. Virtual Programs for All Ages A Tour Through Mexico: Sept. 22, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Register at sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4992450. Virtual Programs for Children, ‘Tweens and Teens Colorful Flower…

  • Make a ‘pawsome’ craft at Hillsborough library branch

    Make a ‘pawsome’ craft at Hillsborough library branch

    “Paws” what you’re doing and head to the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) Hillsborough branch. Through Labor Day, the library branch is encouraging customers to take, make and return a dog-themed craft to share on the library’s bulletin board in the youth services department. Pictured are Hillsborough siblings Advika, 11, and Pranamya…

  • 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…

  • Somerset County Library System receives errors from Optimum email addresses

    Somerset County Library System receives errors from Optimum email addresses

    The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (SCLSNJ) is receiving bounced email errors when sending notices to customers with email addresses associated with Optimum, including accounts ending with optonline.net and optimum.net. The library system is actively seeking a resolution for this issue.   If you are an Optimum customer and would like to provide…

  • Somerset County Library System schedules virtual events throughout April

    Somerset County Library System schedules virtual events throughout April

    The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (SCLSNJ) will offer the following virtual programs during April. A piano recital with Dennis Kobray will be held from 7-8 p.m. April 29. Connect with the music of world’s most famous composers. Register at sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4560591. Bilingual storytime in English and Hindi will be held for families with…

  • Somerset County Library System of New Jersey schedules March events

    Somerset County Library System of New Jersey schedules March events

    The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (SCLSNJ) will offer the following virtual events during March: A Music, Bubble and Comedy Show will be presented from 4:30-5:15 p.m. March 9. Discover a show that engages children of all ages and developmental abilities with songs, comedy, bubbles, and music technology. Register at sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4652088. Meet author…

  • Somerset County Library System of New Jersey celebrates legacy, accomplishments of women during March

    Somerset County Library System of New Jersey celebrates legacy, accomplishments of women during March

    In March, celebrate the legacy and history of all women with the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (SCLSNJ).   “Last year, women around the country were planning to celebrate the 100 year anniversary of female suffrage,” Christine Madrid, Somerset County Library commission vice chair, said in a prepared statement. “Because of the pandemic,…

  • Explore Hillsborough resident’s adventurous photography at SCLSNJ’s library branch

    Explore Hillsborough resident’s adventurous photography at SCLSNJ’s library branch

    Throughout February and March, explore the adventurous works of Hillsborough resident and award-winning photographer David Anderson Ward in the Art Space at the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) Warren Township Library branch. The 21-piece collection, titled “Unexpected Beauty in Troubled Times,” consists of photographs that were taken during Ward’s travels around the…

  • Somerset County Library System one of only three state libraries given star rating

    Somerset County Library System one of only three state libraries given star rating

    The Somerset County Library System of New Jersey (SCLSNJ) is one of three libraries in the State of New Jersey named a four-star library by Library Journal (LJ) Index of Public Library Service.   “I am a long-time Somerset County Library user and Library lover,” Nancy Stoll, Somerset County Library commission chair, said in a…