In the Hoboken Public Library Gallery:
Positivity and Escapism
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New Library Blog!

The library has just launched a new Staff Recommendations Blog. A variety of staff will be contributing and writing weekly blog posts on anything from books and comics to music and movies. Come and explore new books, media and genres with our new Staff Picks Blog.

Signup for library programs ONLINE with our Eventbrite service.

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.

Computer Classes
Microsoft Word part 1 Tuesday, May 7 at 6:00 pm
OnlineJob Searching on Wednesday, May 8 at 6 pm
Microsoft Word part 2 Tuesday, May 14 at 6:00 pm
Internet Basics part 1 on Tuesday, May 21 at 2:00 pm
Internet Basics part 2 on Tuesday, May 28 at 2:00 pm
Spanish Language Computer Basics on Wednesday, May 15 at 6:00 pm

DIY Spring Birdwatching
On Thursday, May 9th at 6:00pm, librarian and birdwatcher Matt Latham will give a presentation on Spring Birdwatching in New Jersey.
 
Writers Group
On Thursday, May 16 at 6:00 PM, discuss your creative writing with other writers.  If you are interested, contact Aimee at hplwriters@gmail.com.

SCORE Programs
This month the library is offering a SCORE Program on Franchising on Wednesday, May 22nd at 6:00pm. The program on Effective Selling on Thursday, May 16th at 6:00pm was cancelled by the presenter.

Park Bench Open Mic
On Saturday, May 18 at 2 pm, our open mic series kicks off  in the Church Square Park gazebo. This month McClain Sullivan will perform. 

Monthly Movie
This month join us for a screening of the historical drama Lincoln on Tuesday, May 21st at 5:00 pm.

Video Game Tournament and Comic Book Trivia Event
On Wednesday, May 29 at 6:00 pm video game and comic book enthusiasts are invited to the library to participate in a Halo video game tournament and comic book trivia event with prizes and  pizza. The video game tournament is open to anyone 13 years and older. Space is limited so please RSVP.

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.

Teens Programs
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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.

Teen Craft Club
The Teen Craft club meets on Thursdays at 6PM. Projects include beading, hook rugs, drawing, origami and more.

Video Games!
Fridays @ 3:00-Play Station 2, XBOX 360, and Wii sports and music after school game time-For teens in grades 6-12.

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.