With so much happening at the Library this month, we hop you still have time to get those Spring bulbs in to your garden. For more information on any of these programs for adults, please contact Lisa Kelly at lkelly@longbranchlib.org or 732-22-3900, ext. 2350.
Saturday, April 12th, 2pm, Main Library, “It Takes a Village to Raise a Reader”: Join LB native Dr. Jacquelyn Bobien-Blanton for an author talk on exploring how families and communities can foster strong, confident readers.
Thursday, April 17th, 1:30pm, Elberon Branch Library, Nonfiction Book Club Jersey Breaks: Meet with our Nonfiction Book Club to discuss Robert Pinsky’s reflection on his journey from a poetry-obsessed youth in 1940s Long Branch to a three-term U.S. Poet Laureate.
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2:30pm, Main Library, Earth Day Movie Gasland Part II: In this follow-up to his Oscar-nominated film Gasland, Josh Fox explores the global dangers of fracking with his trademark humor.
Tuesday, April 22nd, 6:30pm, Main Library, First Time Homebuyers Workshop: Experienced local realtors will lead a workshop and provide information about special mortgage programs available for first-time home buyers. Register here.
Wednesday, April 23rd, 10am-1pm, Main Library, Monmouth County Mobile Community Connection: County Clerk, Sheriff,, & Surrogate’s offices will be available so residents can receive information and services, including passport applications, renewals, and photos.
Thursday, April 24th, 2pm, Main Library, Staff Book Club The Great Gatsby: Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the novel’s 1925 publishing. Author, F. Scott Fitzgerald transports readers into the glittering world of the roaring twenties.
Thursday, April 24th, 6:30pm, Main Library, Holocaust Remembrance Day movie A Real Pain: In this new release and Oscar winning film, cousins David and Benji reunite for a journey through Poland to honor their grandmother, but old tensions resurface amid their family history.
Wednesday, April 30th, 7pm, Main Library, Stillness and Sound: Experience deep relaxation with a soothing sound bath featuring healing sound bowls and a special sound blessing. Bring a mat or blanket. Register here.
