Writer's Society

Every 3rd Thursday of the month the Writer's Society of New Jersey meets in the library. They talk about their stories or poems, critique each other's work, and help each other on the road toward publication.

Interested? It's free and everyone is welcomed! Come on in tonight from 5-7:30pm and join the society!

Interview workshop!

Job Interview Workshop will be held on Monday, July 18 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. where Bob Marino will teach you the most important tips to acing the job interview.

Lilian Jackson Braun display

Stop in and check out our Lilian Jackson Braun table display. I was sad to learn that she passed away in June at the age of 97. I am a fan of her "cozy mystery" series, The cat who..... Her protagonist, Jim Qwilleran, was a journalist, inheritor of great wealth, solver of mysteries and owner of two Siamese cats, Coco and YumYum. Also, he dated the local librarian, Polly (what's not to like?) I enjoyed the small town ambience, the kooky characters, and, yes, the predictability. Did I mention that the cats help to solve the mysteries? There are 29 books in the series, written between 1966 and 2007. I especially recommend the audiobook versions.

Jinx by Meg Cabot book review

I finished another Meg Cabot book today. Jinx is a stand alone book and not a part of a series. As usual Meg did not disappoint.

Wherever Jean "Jinx" Honeychurch goes, bad luck seems to follow her. From the day she was born, when lightning hit the hospital where she was born, trouble has always followed her. Something or someone always gets broken or hurt (especially Jinx)whenever she is around. She hopes her bad luck will end when she moves from Iowa to New York City to live with her aunt and uncle and to finish out the school year at her cousin Tory's school. She soon realizes that she can't escape her bad luck and her cousin has an interesting theory about why she has such bad luck.

Recommended for teens who have read other Meg Cabot books, particularly teens in high school.

Notes From a Totally Lame Vampire by Tim Collins book review

Older fans of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series will enjoy reading the first book in Tim Collins's series, Notes From a Totally Lame Vampire.

Nigel is a teenage vampire who is approaching his 100th birthday. His vampire parents tell him that his family, which includes his parents and little sister, are the only vampires that have survived. Life for Nigel is quite disappointing and as the title says "lame." He doesn't have the strength or speed of most vampires; he's unable to mesmerize humans and he is not beautiful or attractive to humans. When new girl Chloe starts at Nigel's school, he falls in love with her. But can he share his secret with her and will she return his love?

Recommended for grades 8th and up.

Blood Pressure and Glucose Screening

Did you know that every other week the Bayada Nurses come into the library to offer free screening? They'll take your blood pressure and test your glucose levels. This month they'll be in the library on Monday July 11 and Monday July 18 from 10-12.

Come on in: it's free!

What's going on today

2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Young Writers Club, ages 9-13 (Register – Children’s)
To register call (856) 794-4244 ext. 4246

5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Resume Workshop with Bob Marino (Community Event Room)

Need resume and interview help? We have the programs for you!

Bob Marino will host 3 workshops during July designed to help you. Please bring our resume and cover letter for individual help.

Russian books

Some new fictional books in Russian have arrived. See the Community languages aisle and look for the "new book" sticker.

Princess in the Spotlight by Meg Cabot (audiobook version) Book Review

I haven't come down from my Meg Cabot high and I plan to read or re-read as many of her books as possible. I recently finished listening to Princess in the Spotlight which is narrated by Anne Hatheway. As in The Princess Diaries, Anne Hatheway does a spectacular job bringing the book to life.

Princess Mia is back in Princess in the Spotlight. The excitement hasn't calmed down since she found out she is the Princess of Genovia. First she has her first exclusive TV interview with Beverly Bellerieve which she is strongly protesting against. Then, a surprising announcement from her mother who is dating Mr. G, Mia's algebra teacher. And, Mia has a secret admirer. Could it be her crush, Michael?

Recommended to readers who read the first book as well as anyone who enjoys reading princess stories. I would recommend this series for those in 7th grade and up.

What's going on today

2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Resume Workshop with Bob Marino (Community Event Room)

Need resume and interview help? We have the programs for you!

Bob Marino will host 3 workshops during July designed to help you. Please bring our resume and cover letter for individual help.

6:00 p.m. Play Scrabble (Doris Tripp Room)