Berkeley hosts “Get-a-Job Fair”

Mike Bobish from Berkeley sent this one in:

On April 13, 2008, the Berkeley Branch hosted its “Get-a-Job Fair” for teens and adults.  Over 60 people connected with area employers or applied for referrals from the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

 

Participating employers included ShopRite of Bayville, the New Jersey Department of Labor, McDonald’s, Blackbeard’s Cave, Wawa Markets, and Primerica.  Applicants were able to apply for positions on the spot using the Ocean County Library’s mobile computer lab, and they enjoyed complimentary refreshments courtesy of the Berkeley Branch’s Friends of the Library.

Guitar Hero III Tournament for Teens in Berkeley

On Thursday, February 26, the Berkeley branch hosted a Guitar Hero III tournament for teens. The program was a huge success; 28 teens participated in the tournament, while their friends came along to encourage them!

The event was run by Mike Bobish. Special thanks go to Nicole DeMatteo and Nicki Politi, who generously volunteered their time to help with the program. They rock!

Winners received gift cards.

Super Smash Brothers tournament at BKY Branch!

On Tuesday, November 25th, the Berkeley Branch hosted a Super Smash Brothers Brawl tournament for teens. There were 26 contestants and over 40 people in attendance, and everyone enjoyed the fast-paced antics of the Wii brawler. A special thanks goes out to YA Librarians Sam Gordano and Arlene Stinziano, who generously gave their time to assist with the event. Enjoy the pictures!

Berkeley hosts Pop Culture Masquerade Ball

On Tuesday, October 28th, the Berkeley Branch’s teens came together for our first ever Pop Culture Masquerade Ball! Twenty teens enjoyed an evening of food, karaoke, and costumed madness. Prizes were awarded for the cutest costume, scariest costume, and best overall costume. Enjoy the pictures!

Food Fear Factory in Berkeley

“On September 2, 2008, the Berkeley Branch held a Food Fear Factor, where teens ate bizarre combinations of food for bragging rights and prizes.  Sample dishes included “Spam-a-lot” (Hickory Smoked Spam), “Surf and Turf” (chocolate ice cream, anchovies, and black licorice), and “Sailing the Seas of Gross” (red beets, herring, and 1000 Island Dressing).  Over 30 teens and parents took part in the event, and all enjoyed palate-cleansing sherbet afterward.”