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    T'ai Chi Chih
    Wednesday, May 22 at 7 PM
    Library Headquarters, Manalapan 

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    Please tell us why you like
    the Monmouth County Library!

    Click here to tell us why

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    Spring Book Sale!

    Saturday, May 18 - Saturday, May 25

    Eastern Branch, Shrewsbury

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    Carol Fredette and Trio

    Jazz Concert!

    Sunday, May 19 at 2 PM

    Library Headquarters, Manalapan

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    Astronomy for Everyone!

    with Kevin Manning, Astrophysicist

    Monday, May 20 at 7 PM

    Library Headquarters, Manalapan

    Bring a pair of binoculars!

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    Introduction to Resume Writing

    Two-hour hands-on class

    May 21, 22 and 23 at 10 AM

    Eastern Branch, Shrewsbury

    Please call library at 1-866-941-8188 to register for a session 

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    Monmouth Writers Author Talks

    E.F. Watkins: "Keep 'Em In Suspense!"

    Saturday, May 25 at 10 AM

    Howell Township Library

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    Science and Technology Discussion Group

    This month's topic: Nanotechnology
    Thursday, May 30 at 7 PM
    Library Headquarters, Manalapan

    Please register at library

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Why do you like the Monmouth County Library?

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stacks Is it the books, or the book clubs? The children's storytimes? All the databases at your fingertips? The free, fun programs and concerts?

Or have you found the best-ever quiet nook to study and read?

Whatever it is, the staff at the Monmouth County Library would like to hear about it: Come take our brief survey!

You can click on our website and enter your comments online (click on the "Please tell us..." slide at the top of the page.)

Or, the next time you're at the Library, ask at either the Circulation Desk or the Children's Desk for one of the survey forms, fill it out and turn it in.

We'd love to hear from you! Drop us a line!

Catch a concert this weekend at the Library

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Come to the Monmouth County Library for a free concert this weekend! 

Festive Flutes: Suites for the Sweet

Saturday, May 18 at 1 PM
Wall Township Library, 2700 Allaire road, Wall 07719
732-449-8877
The spring concert includes pieces from Suite in C by Haydn, Peer Gynt Suite 1 by Grieg, the Nutcracker Suite by Tchaikovsky, Carmen Suite by Bizet, Pink Panther Suite by Mancini and more. The Festive Flutes are under the direction of Marjorie Koharski, founder, who is a member of The Monmouth Symphony Orchestra, Manalapan Symphony Orchestra, and The Elysion Winds.


frdetteJazz Concert: Carol Fredette & Trio
Sunday, May 19 at 2 PM
Library Headquarters, 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan 07726
732-431-7220
Jazz vocalist Carol Fredette returns to Library Headquarters, backed by an experienced trio. Ms. Fredette, who regularly performs at New York City's Birdland and Iridium, has been described as "one of the few true jazz singers one the scene today." Her recordings include In The Shadows, an intimate duo gem with long-time collaborator Steve Kuhn; And Then It Happened, a collection of original songs written and produced by David Matthews; and Everything I Need, which won the Blue Chip CD Award from Jazz Educator's Journal.

Astronomy for Everyone!

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StartellCome learn about the night sky on Monday, May 20 at Library Headquarters in Manalapan, as astrophysicist Kevin Manning  lectures on Astronomy for Everyone: Size & Scale of the Universe.

Manning, a former consultant with NASA, has always been passionate about astronomy, and wants to share the excitement! Learn about the size and scale of the universe, the stars, and other celestial wonders using hands-on activities and assorted visuals.

After the indoor presentation and tutorial, step outside to view celestial objects in the night sky, such as rings of Saturn, and craters on the Moon, weather permitting. If possible, please bring binoculars.

Library Headquarters is located at 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan 07726. Please call 732-431-7220 x7222 for more information.

War of 1812 program on June 9

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Save the date! Join us at the  Monmouth County Library Headquarters in Manalapan on Sunday, June 9, beginning at 1 PM, for an historical afternoon to commemorate the War of 1812. 

The afternoon will include:
  • Captain David Harrison, the Commanding Officer of the Earle Naval Weapons Station will lead off the afternoon with his talk, The U.S. Navy and the War of 1812.
  • The Imperial Brass, a 28-piece brass ensemble, will play a concert of rousing patriotic music.
  • Amanda Grafton, a soprano, will join the ensemble to sing our National Anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner.
  • Living historians will display artifacts of the War and will be available to answer questions about the War of 1812.
  • William White, author of Our Flag Was Still There, will sign books and tell us how the Star-Spangled Banner came to be.
  • Special guests, First Lady Dolley Madison and Francis Scott Key will be here for photos and conversation.
Watch our preview video above. Learn more about the Forgotten War and join us at the Library on June 9! 

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