WHEN ARTWORK SPEAKS: EYEWITNESS IMAGES FROM THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

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DATE: 10/14/2008

 

CONTACT:  Michael Mahoney

                         mmahoney@theoceancountylibrary.org

                         732-928-4400

 

 

WHEN ARTWORK SPEAKS: EYEWITNESS IMAGES FROM THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION

 

JACKSON, NJ- The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library invites you to learn more about the American Revolution through artwork, Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at 6pm.

 

Historian Arthur Lefkowitz will present a color slide presentation of 18^th century artistry in the form of studio-executed history paintings, portraits, illustrations, and rapidly drawn field sketches.

 

This program is offered through the Horizons Speakers Bureau of the New Jersey Council for the Humanities, a state partner of the National Endowment for the Humanities.

 

The program is free and open to the public.  Registration begins November 1, 2008.  To register, visit our website at www.theoceancountylibrary.org or call the Jackson Branch at 732-928-4400.

NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURE WITH TCHIN Jackson 11/08

DATE: 9/29/08

CONTACT:    Freda Lehman, 732-928-4400 X12

                        flehman@theoceancountylibrary.org

                        2 Jackson Drive, Jackson, NJ 08527

 

NATIVE AMERICAN CULTURE WITH TCHIN

 

 

JACKSON – Children and teens! Come celebrate Native American Heritage Month by spending a delightful afternoon experiencing Native American culture with Tchin, a nationally know performance artist and educator of Indian arts, music, and culture. Through the art of oral tradition, comedy, and colorful magic, Tchin shares Indian stories that explain the creation of the world and how things came to be. In this energizing and captivating performance, Tchin plays and reveals the mysteries behind the rarely heard Native American courting flute. Tchin’s special stories have been passed down through generations and illuminate both young and mature minds. Come and enjoy a unique, entertaining, and powerful experience

Tchin is a multitalented Blackfoot/Narragansett artist and will be hosted by the Jackson Branch of Ocean County Library on Saturday, November 8, 2008. He will present two dynamic performances:  At 1:00 pm for children in grades Kindergarten through 4^th grade, and at 2:00 pm for kids in grades 5 through 12.

This exciting program is free and open to the public.  Registration for the program begins October 20.   Please register in-person, by phone 732-928-4400 or online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org.

 

 

 

NO FOXHOLES IN THE SKY: WHAT WAS IT LIKE BEING IN A WORLD WAR II U.S. HEAVY BOMBER? Jackson 11/22

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DATE: 10/15/2008

 

CONTACT: Michael Mahoney, 732-928-4400

                        mmahoney@theoceancountylibrary.org

             

 

 

NO FOXHOLES IN THE SKY: WHAT WAS IT LIKE BEING IN A WORLD WAR II U.S. HEAVY BOMBER?

 

 

JACKSON, NJ – The Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library invites you to come watch the 1944 Documentary “Memphis Belle” and participate in an open dialogue discussion with some veterans who served in the U.S. Army Air Corps, Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 11:00am.  

 

The documentary is 41 minutes long and films the famous crew of the B-17 “Memphis Belle” on its final and 25^th mission departing from England.  Viewers will learn why the air war was vital in the defeat of Nazi Germany and will witness the many hazards an airman had to face as he battled the enemy five miles up in the sky.   

 

The program is free and open to the public and was made possible with the assistance from the Center of World War II Studies and Conflict Resolution of Brookdale Community College.  To register, visit our website at www.theoceancountylibrary.org or call the Jackson Branch at 732-928-4400.

 

Interpret Your Dreams Jackson 11/1

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CONTACT: Virginia Morningstern, 732-928-4400 x 18

 Interpret Your Dreams

 Bring your dreams to this interactive presentation which introduces a five step method to help you interpret your dreams.  Join us on Saturday, November 1, 2:00pm at the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library.  This program is free and open to the public. You may register at www.theoceancountylibrary.org or call the library at 732-928-4400.

 

PARANORMAL INVESTIGATING: Jackson 10/30

DATE: 9/18/08 CONTACT:    Freda Lehman, 732-928-4400 X12                         flehman@theoceancountylibrary.org                         PARANORMAL INVESTIGATING: Capturing Ghosts’ Pictures & Voices   JACKSON – What are Ghosts? How does one investigate paranormal phenomenon? See pictures of ghosts and hear ghost voices. Learn about key haunted sites in New Jersey. L’Aura L. Hladik, Founder and Director of the New Jersey Ghost Hunters Society, has been ghost hunting since 1993. Her interest in the paranormal goes back to her own childhood experiences living in a haunted house. She has traveled to famous haunted sites such as The Myrtles Plantation in Louisiana and Beardsley Castle in New York. She has explored New Orleans, LA; Bachelor’s Grove & Resurrection Cemetery in Chicago, IL; and sites in Savannah, GA. Ms. Hladik has appeared on local television and radio shows such as CN8 and NJ 101.5 FM. L’Aura, who recently published her book, “Ghost Hunting: New Jersey,” will appear at the Jackson Branch of Ocean County Library on Thursday, October 30, 2008 at 7:00 pm. This exciting program is free and open to the public.  Registration for the program is required and begins October 16.   Please register in-person, by phone 732-928-4400 or online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org.

 

 

Allaire Quilters at Jackson 10/28

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 CONTACT: Virginia Morningstern, 732-928-4400 x 18 

 Bog Iron Quilters of  Allaire

Step back in history as members of the Allaire Auxiliary present this program about the Allaire quilt collection, styles of quilts, materials used and Allaire Village today. Join us on Tuesday, October 28, 7:00pm at the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library.  This program is free and open to the public. You may register at www.theoceancountylibrary.org or call the library at 732-928-4400.

 

 

Unravel the Secrets of Ancient Egypt Jackson 10/18

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 CONTACT: Virginia Morningstern, 732-928-4400 x 18

 

Unravel the Secrets of Ancient Egypt

 Enter the fascinating world of mummies, pharaohs, and pyramids. Discover what it was like to live in ancient Egypt and what really killed King Tut.  Join us on Saturday, October 18, 2:00 pm at the Jackson Branch of the Ocean County Library as we learn about Tut and the glory of the Egyptian civilization – a civilization that began 5000 years ago. This program is free and open to the public. You may register at www.theoceancountylibrary.org or call the library at 732-928-4400.

 

 

TRANSITIONING TO DIGITAL TELEVISION-Jackson 10/23

CONTACT:    Jo Anne Morales,

                        732-928-4400

                       

TRANSITIONING TO DIGITAL TELEVISION

 

JACKSON – Jackson Branch of Ocean County Library and the American Library Association in a partnership with RadioShack will be presenting an educational seminar on Thursday, October 23, 2008 at 2:00 pm. which is designed to help the community prepare for the upcoming digital television (DTV) transition. At this seminar, a RadioShack DTV expert will help answer any questions you may have.  Some topics to be covered are: What is the DTV transition? Will I be affected? What do I have to do? How do I get a coupon for a converter box? How do I set up my converter box?  For more information and to register for this free program go to our website www.theoceancountylibrary.org or call 732-928-4400

Books With Bite: A Short History of Horror and Some Words on Publishing

JACKSON – Horror and dark fantasy short story writer Rita Oakes will present an overview of some of her favorite scary tales, will talk about what it takes to write and get published, and will read a selection from one of her latest stories. Come to the library Tuesday, October 14, 2008 at 7:00 pm and enjoy this exciting program to celebrate Teen Read Week. Free Door Prizes! 

This program is free and open to teens in grades 9 – 12; adults are also welcome.  Please register by calling the Jackson Branch at (732) 928-4400 or register online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org

Self Defense for Women and Girls Jackson 8/30

DATE: 8/1/2008

 

CONTACT: Freda Lehman, 732-928-4400 X12

                        flehman@theoceancountylibrary.org

                        101 Washington St., Toms River, NJ 08753-7625

 

 

Self Defense for Women and Girls – Don’t Be a Target!

 

 

Jackson – On Saturday, September 13, 10:00am-12:00pm, Jackson Library is offering a program for girls 12 years and older who want to learn to protect themselves from street attacks and personal assaults using leverage techniques for self-defense. Daughter and mother pairs are welcome too. College-bound teen girls should take advantage of this opportunity to prepare for personal safety The two-hour class will be taught by renowned black belt instructor Walter Miller. Class size is limited.

This program is free and open to the public.  Registration for the program begins August 30.  Please register in-person, by phone 732-928-4400, or online at www.theoceancountylibrary.org