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RSVP for Adult Events at 201-420-2347, hobkref@bccls.org, at the second floor reference desk, or try our new online sign-up service: Hoboken Public Library Online Program Sign-Up.
The Hoboken Public Library’s First Book Festival
The Library will host its First Book Festival in Church Square Park, across from the library, Saturday, June 8 from 11am-5pm! Come attend our many free events for all ages! The Festival Keynote Speaker Maricel Presilla won the prestigious IACP award for best general cookbook for “Gran Cocina Latina.” The event will also include a Local Author Alley and a used book sale by the Friends of the Library. This event is supported by the Friends of the Hoboken Public Library. We hope to see you there! For more information or to volunteer email hobkref@bccls.org or call 201-420-2347 and ask for Laura or Aimee. More info coming soon! Click here for more information.
Santiago Cohen
Artist and Illustrator Santiago Cohen will display his artwork throughout the month of June in the 2nd floor Art Gallery. On June 3 at 6:00 PM there will be a reception. Cohen created the artwork for the HPL Book Festival’s poster.
Computer Classes
The English Language Computer Classes for June include PowerPoint 1 on June 4 at 6 PM, PowerPoint 2 June 11 at 6 PM, Email 1 June 18 at 2 PM, and Email 2 on June 25 at 2:00 PM. Spanish speakers can join us for Internet Basics on June 5 at 6:00 PM.
Job Search Strategy and Networking
Join us on Wednesday, June 12 at 6:00 PM for a Career Workshop on networking.
Writers Group
On Thursday, June 13 at 6:00 PM, discuss your creative writing with other writers. If you are interested, email hplwriters@gmail.com.
Investing
On Monday, June 17 at 6:00 PM, the Investment Professionals at R. Seelaus will discuss the differences between Individual Stocks, ETF's and Mutual Funds.
Managing Cash Flow to Improve Profitability
On Wednesday, June 19 at 6:00 PM, small business experts from SCORE will illustrate the importance of analyzing your cash flow, help you prepare a cash budget, and explain the methods of determining cash in & out.
DIY Home Bike Repair
Brian Wagner of Bike Hoboken will be at the library to give a demonstration of basic bicycle repair on Thursday, June 20 at 6:00 PM.
Park Bench Open Mic
On Saturday, June 15 at 2 PM, musicians, poets and other performance artists join us for our Open Mic in the Church Square Park gazebo. This month's special musical guest will be Marafanyi.
Team ASPCA Program
On Wednesday, June 26 at 7:00 PM, there will be an informational session for the Team ASPCA marathons.
The Hobbit Screening
Join us on Tuesday, June 25 at 5:00 PM for a screening of The Hobbit, Peter Jackson’s epic adaptation of the beloved classic.
Ladies on the Mic
Join us on Wednesday, June 26 at 6:00 PM for an LGBT LIVE “Girls with Guitars” music event featuring Ladies on the Mic from Jersey City. Performers will include Nicole Gregory, Renee Rooney, Jessica Chaos of Plastiq Passion, and Beth Achenbach.
LGBT Comedy Event
On Thursday, June 27 at 6:00 pm, the library is proud to present a unique LGBT comedy event hosted by Rich Kiamco who has been featured on Queer Eye For The Straight Guy and received awards and praise for his one-man show Unaccessorized. Comedians include Jodie Wasserman (Last Comic Standing), David Smithyman, Adam Sank, Alison Forns, Veronica Elizabeth, Chris Douchette, and Jeff Lawrence. |
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Teens Programs
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The Hoboken Public Library’s First Book Festival
Teens can preregister at the YA desk for the Creative But True Storytelling Workshop with Adam Wade as part of the Festival on Saturday, June 8. Click here for more information.
Teen Digital Photography
Mondays at 4 PM, teens entering grades 6-12 can take part in a Digital Photography Workshop taught by Wendy Setzer. Please RSVP.
Dungeons and Dragons
Tuesdays at 4 PM, teens can participate in fun and creative roleplaying games.
Mixedmedia Collage Workshop
Thursdays at 5 PM, teens have the oppurtunity to create mixmedia collages.
Video Games!
Fridays at 3:00-Play Station 2, XBOX 360, and Wii sports and music after school game time-For teens in grades 6-12. There will be a teen run Super Smash Brothers Tournament on Friday, June 21.
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