George Street Playhouse professionals will be back with this popular Improv Class. It's fast and fun and requires no experience with acting. Bring your sense of humor. Leave your shy at home. » More for Teens

Stories, rhymes, and songs for 2 and 3 year olds accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. » More for Children

Reading is a picnic when you join us on the back lawn to listen to stories. Bring lunch. For families with children ages 3 through 5 years. » More for Children

This French romantic comedy is a re-imaging of the classic film, Breakfast at Tiffany's. Against the wildly atmospheric backdrop of the South of France, Jean (Gad Elmaleh), a shy bartender is mistaken for a millionaire by a beautiful seductress named Irene (Audrey Tautou). When Irene discovers his true identity, she tries to drop him. It is too late, Jean has already fallen in love. This 2006 film is rated R and is 111 minutes long. The International Film Series is sponsored by The Friends of the Library.

Teens and their book buddies meet. » More for Children » More for Teens

Belle is eager to listen to all readers including those with chalenges. For ages 5 and up. Please register. » More for Children

It's more than just programming! Come learn about the many different creative skills that come together to make modern video games. Leave with tips on how to start making your own games today. » More for Teens

Stories, rhymes, and songs for 2 and 3 year olds accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. » More for Children

Reading is a picnic when you join us on the back lawn to listen to stories. Bring luch. For families with children ages 3 through 5 years. » More for Children

(Winner of the Golden Bear at the 2007 Berlin Film Festival)
2006 Chinese film, not rated, 96 minutes. Set on a cold steppe of Inner Mongolia, where water is scarce, the film follows Tuya,(Yu Nan), the wife of a disabled nomadic herder. She must divorce him and find a well off suiter to marry so that she can support her children and former husband. Sponsored by the Friends of The Library.

Express yourself on our Inspirational Word Wall. » More for Teens

During the summer moths blood is in short supply. New Jersey Blood Services will be at the library to collect for our local hospitals. If you are in good health, at least 17 years of age and weigh at least 110 pounds you can donate blood and help save patients. The process takes less than one hour from registration to refreshments. All donors will receive free backstage passes to Van's Warped Tour. To make an appointment to donate blood call the library at 732-572-2750 or visit the front desk.» More for Adults

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Alex Prister, local Rutgers University student and filmmaker will tell us how he got started. He will take us through the steps we need to make our own films and then send us out to write and shoot. Come back and we'll edit Aguust 3, August 4 and August 5 and get our films ready for the Teen Film Festival. » More for Teens

Stories, rhymes, and songs for 2 and 3 year olds accompanied by an adult. registration is required. » More for Children

Reading is a picnic when you join us on the back of thelawn to listen to stories. Bring lunch. For families with children ages 3 through 5 years. » More for Children

In this 2007 Spanish film, the bond between a mother and a son can never be broken, even across thousands of miles. Director Patricia Riggen tells the story of Carlitos, a scrappy nine-year-old boy whose mother, Rosario, has gone to America to build a better life for both of them. Carlitos, due to circumstances beyond his control, embarks on a journey to find her. Audiences have praised this tale of a love that knows no borders. PG-13 - 106 minutes. Sponsored by The Friends of The Library.

Tuckers Tales presents The Creative Duck. This fun puppet show will inspire you with laughs and creativity. Recommended for ages four and up. Children five and under must be accompanied by an adult. » More for Children

We will have a chess master on hand to teach some new moves. Join us and improve your game. We will also meet on July 29, August 5 and August 12. » More for Teens

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Belle is eager to listen to all readers including those with challenges. For ages five and up. Please register.

A Youth Stages Workshop where small groups will create scenes and improvise dialogue. Registration is required. » More for Children

Stories, rhymes, and songs for 2 and 3 year olds accompanied by a parent. Registration is required. » More for Children

Reading is a picnic when you join us on the back lawn to listen to stories. Bring lunch. For families with children ages 3 through 5 years. » More for Children

This 2008 French film directed by Guillame Canat tells the story of pediatrician Alexandre Beck who still grieves the murder of his beloved wife, Margot, eight years earlier. When two bodies are uncovered near where Margot's was found, the police reopen the case and Alex becomes a suspect again. The mystery deepens when Alex receives an anoymous e-mail with a link to a video clip that suggests Margot is still alive and a message Tell No One. The film is not rated, and is 125 minutes. The International Film Series is sponsored by The Friends Of The Library.

Join us for a fun afternoon of chess. All levels are welcome. Come and improve your game. learn new moves from a chess master. » More for Teens

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Participants will bring a poem to life using their imaginations. Everyone will write a group poem and act it out. Ana Kalat, a Youth Stages representative will lead the group. For grade school children Reistration is required.

Local resident Allison Wiesel will show you how to make your own paper and you will go home with your own personal creation. » More for Teens

Stories, rhymes, songs for 2 and 3 year olds accompanied by an adult. registration is required. » More for Children

Reading is a picnic when you join us on the back lawn to listen to stories. Bring lunch. For families with children ages 3 through 5 years. » More for Children

Director Cao Hamburger sets his 2007 Portuguese coming of age film about 12-year-old Mauro, who is left to fend for himself when his parents go"on Vacation" during the military regime in 1970s Brazil. Mauro's cuturally diverse community of Sao Paulo unites to watch Pele lead his country in winning the World Cup of soccer. Raged PG, this 120 minute film is a family favorite. The International Film Festival is sponsored by the Friends of The Library.

Come join us and improve your game. a chess master will be on hand to show you new moves. » More for Teens

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Belle is a dog and eager to listen to all readers including those with challenges. For ages 5 and up. Please register. » More for Children

We will share our favorite books of the summer while we entertain one another. Read a poem,play an instrument, whistle, sing, dance, tell a joke, or be a good listener.
There will be fun, frivolity, prizes and food. » More for Teens

Stories, rhymes, and songs for 2 and 3 year olds acompanied by an adult. Registration is required. » More for Children

Reading is a picnic when you join us on the back lawn to listen to stories. Bring lunch. For families with cildren ages 3 through 5 years. » More for Children

This 2008 film in English and Hindi, won eight Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Director for Danny Boyle. It follows young Jamal, who is just one question away from winning a fortune on India's version of "Who Wants to be a Millionaire?" But how has this uneducated young man from the slums succeeded in providing correct responses to questions that have stumped countless scholars before him? Will he ultimately win it all or lose everything, including his true love? Rated R and 120 minutes. The International Film Festival is sponsored by The Friends of The Library.

Join us for a fun afternoon of chess. A chess master will show us a few new moves. » More for Teens

Book Buddies read to their teens. » More for Children » More for Teens

Belle is eager to listen to all readers including those with challenges. For ages 5 and up. Please register. » More for Children

Try Zumba, the popular new total toning and aerobic workout that combines Latin dance steps with fitness moves that raise your heart rate and tone every muscle group. Caribbean and South American dance music make it motivating and lively. Popular Highland Park dance instructor Andrea Orlando, (IM Gallery and the Soma Center), makes the hour easy to follow and a lot of fun. Learn new dance steps and burn a multitude of calories. Free and bring your friends. » More for Teens

Join us for a meeting to plan up coming events. You are invited to become a Friend and an active member of the library.» More for Adults