Friends of the Edison Public Library

Our Fall Book Sale will take place Saturday and Sunday, November 5th and 6th, 2011. Here are the basic details:

Saturday, Nov. 5, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, Nov. 6, 12 noon – 4 p.m.
North Edison Branch Library
777 Grove Avenue, Edison (directions)

Thousands of books in many categories – fiction & nonfiction, hardcover & paperback, including children’s books & large print. Also DVD, VHS, Audiobooks, games, etc.

Most books 50¢-$1.50.

More details can be found on our Calendar page.

Here’s a little tip: Based on our previous sales, the first hour or two of the sale on Saturday is usually VERY busy, so if you’re uncomfortable with crowds or are bringing children, we recommend coming a little later on Saturday or any time on Sunday for a more relaxed shopping experience.

We are still seeking book donations and volunteers to help with set-up and break-down of the sale (set-up is on the morning of Friday November 4, break-down is Sunday November 6 from 4pm-6pm and on the morning of Monday November 7) and with the sale itself. Please contact us at foledisonnj@gmail.com if you have books to donate or you wish to volunteer.

Hope to see you at the sale!

To put you in the mood, here’s a selection of photographs from the last year’s booksale, and its set-up:

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Time is running out to reserve your free seat for A Taste Of Spain, presented by soloist Claudia Morena of the Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre, New Jersey’s premier Spanish Dance and Flamenco Company, on Saturday, October 15th at 1:30 p.m. at Edison Main Library, 340 Plainfield Ave., Edison, NJ

Ms. Morena will perform festive flamenco and folkloric dances, such as the Tangos, Bulerias and Sevillanas, in this interactive lecture-demonstration with explanations of how these dances reflect Spain’s rich and diverse cultural history. You will also enjoy learning elements of flamenco dance, such as escobilla (footwork), palmas (rhythmic clapping) and braceo (use of the arms and hands). The percussive instrument, castañuelas (castanets), will also be demonstrated.

Claudia Morena joined Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre in 2003, bringing experience in all forms of Spanish Dance: classical, Escuela Bolera (18th Century court dances), folkloric, and flamenco. Prior to joining Alborada, she performed for many years in community dance groups in central Jersey and New York City. Ms. Morena’s early training was with Alma Cóncepcion in Princeton, and she studied elsewhere in Washington state and Santa Fe and with Carmen Segura in Madrid, Spain. She brings great enthusiasm and talent to her performances.

Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre was founded as a non-profit organization in New Jersey in 1995 with a mission to promote an understanding of, and appreciation for, Spain’s arts and cultural traditions. The Company performs with passion and generosity throughout New Jersey and in the greater tri-state area, offering programs that go beyond flamenco dance and music to explore Spanish classical and regional folk dances and music, poetry, and drama, as well as the relationships between Spain and other world cultures.

This is a free program, sponsored by The Friends of the Edison Library, and advanced registration is required. Reserve your seat by calling 732-287-2298, ext. 1, by going online at http://www.lmxac.org/edisonlib (clicking on Programs and Displays), or by signing up at the library circulation desk.

Free refreshments will be provided by The Friends of the Edison Public Library.

The Friends of the Edison Public Library will hold its monthly board meeting this Wednesday, October 5th, in the large meeting room of the Edison Main Library on Plainfield Ave., Edison, NJ

Meeting starts at 7pm ET.

This is an open meeting. All members or prospective members welcome. We would love your input!

Contact foledisonnj@gmail.com or call 732-738-4586 for more details.

UPDATE 10/5/2011: Draft Agenda for October 5 Friends of the Library Meeting (PDF)

The Metuchen Chamber of Commerce has decided to postpone the Metuchen Country Fair originally due to take place on Saturday, October 1st, due to the predictions of rain. The fair has been rescheduled to Saturday, October 15; however, this coincides with our Flamenco program at Main Library, so we may not be able to have a booth at the fair this year. We’ll determine that at our next board meeting and make an announcement here.

Author and educator, Lynne Klemens, will appear at the North Edison Library, located at 777 Grove Avenue, on Monday, September 12, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. and will sign copies of her book, Save the Children; Save Our Country (available for sale at the program), published late this spring. Her book is a parental guide for the creation of successful students.

Recognizing that American education is falling behind that of other countries, Lynne realized that this would affect our children’s futures and the nation’s economy. Her book addresses 20 basic reminders for parents on what should be encouraged at home to help children succeed.

The Friends of the Edison Library is pleased to present this free, interactive program. Lynne will share information about American education and discuss ways that you can help your children to advance in school. Parents provide a strong role in their children’s education; schools and teachers are not the most important influence. Lynne will also provide additional book titles for parents to read.

This a free program provided by the Friends of the Edison Library, and advance registration is required. To reserve a seat at this informative program, call 732-548-3045, ext. 1, go online at http://www.lmxac.org/edisonlib (clicking on Programs and Displays), or sign up at the library circulation desk. Please call the library if you must cancel after you have reserved a seat.

The Friends of the Edison Public Library will hold its monthly board meeting this Wednesday, September 7th, in the large meeting room of the Edison Main Library on Plainfield Ave., Edison, NJ

Meeting starts at 7pm ET.

This is an open meeting. All members or prospective members welcome. We would love your input!

Note: This is the first meeting following our Summer hiatus.

Contact foledisonnj@gmail.com or call 732-738-4586 for more details.

UPDATE: Here is a draft agenda for the meeting (PDF)

Please note that, due to the tornado watch currently in effect, not to mention the predicted storms, we have decided to postpone this evening’s meeting. We will reschedule at a later date to be announced.

The Friends of the Edison Library will present Terry Antoniewicz’s program, What Secrets Are Hidden Within Your Handwriting? on Saturday, June 11th, at 2:00 p.m. at the Clara Barton Branch Library, located at 141 Hoover Avenue in the historic Clara Barton section of Edison.

Many of us are curious about what our handwriting shows about us, and Ms. Antoniewicz relates, “Many employees are using graphology today as part of job interviews….” What secrets are hidden in your handwriting?

Terry Antoniewicz, a popular and frequent program presenter at the Edison libraries and a calligrapher with over 45 years of experience, will highlight the fun aspects of your personal writing. Bring your favorite writing instrument(s) as well as samples of your preferred choices of paper (lined or unlined).

To attend this delightful program, which will explore the hidden messages/personality traits that can be discovered within your handwriting, call 732-738-0096, ext. 1, go online at http://www.lmxac.org/edisonlib (clicking on Programs and Displays) or sign up at the library circulation desk.

A while back, Edison Public Library held a very successful Family Day at the Clara Barton Branch library. Oriented towards children, but involving the entire family, there was face-painting, crafts, and other activities. Many people came who had not set foot in the library before, found out about all the different services available, and joined on the spot. Friends of the Edison Public Library were very proud to be part of that event, and we’re even more excited to be part of a new family event, this time at Main Library, 340 Plainfield Ave. Edison, NJ 08817, on Saturday, June 4, from 12 Noon to 3pm.

We will have a table at the event, so if you attend, please be sure to come by and say hello. Find out what we’ve been up to recently, and what we have lined up for the future. Sign up for membership, make a donation, or offer to volunteer. We’ll be happy to talk to you about ways you can help support the library you love.

Here are some general details about the event itself:

This special program is sponsored by Friends of the Edison Public Library and is a drop in program featuring such fun as face painting, crafts, special balloon crafts, refreshments and more. Come join us for some fun and find out what the library has to offer you and your family. Don’t have a library card yet? This is the day to come in and get your free card (remember to bring proof of residency). Books, magazines, videos, audio books and other resources are available for you to check out.

Open to all ages. No registration required – stop in anytime between 12 Noon and 3pm!