From the Director - Hannah Kerwin

Sponsored by the Friends of the Bound Brook Memorial Library Spring 2013

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Introducing the New Teen Space at the Library

Upper Stacks level, before and after conversion The teens requested the colorful bean bag chairs

Above, Teen Librarian Flora Kim conducts the first teen program in the new space. At right, Flora with participants in the Teen Halloween Costume Contest.

Last fall, the Library Advisory Board approved the creation of a space for teens to gather for reading, fellowship and library programs. The new teen space occupies about half of the upper book stacks floor. After the blue metal shelves were removed, carpeting was in-stalled. We repurposed some old furniture - a conference table with chairs, lounge chairs, an atlas table that will hold board games - to achieve an economical, retro-chic look. The Advisory Board funded the conversion expenses, and the Friends of the Library provided new furnishings, including four bean bag chairs and a teen bulletin board. Middle School and High School students visit the space regularly.

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Peer Tutoring Program Matches Teens with Young Students

Flora Kim Teen Librarian

Lizethe Martinez Children’s Library Assistant

Beth Bouwman Children’s Librarian

Meet the Library’s Newest Staff Members

Another view of the Upper Stacks level, from the main floor hallway, with and without the book shelves

In January, Teen Librarian Flora Kim started a Peer Tutoring program in which high school students meet weekly with children in first through fifth grades. This program has at-tracted teens from Bound Brook High School and neighboring districts, as well as area children. The teen volunteers spend at least ten hours tutoring to be eligible for commu-nity service hours. Corinne Cronheim and Wafa Saleh (at left, reading a Junie B. Jones book) were the first pair that Flora matched.

Corinne, a senior at Bound Brook High School and Wafa, a fourth grader at Lafayette School, take turns reading. Corinne asks questions to make sure Wafa is following the story. When Wafa did not like the ending of The Tale of Peter Rabbit, the pair wrote their own alternate ending!

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Children’s Programs - Margaret Draghi

Mother Goose Time with Beth (Ages 0 - 24 months) Mondays at 10:00 a.m. May 6, 13 and 20, June 3 and 10 Let Beth introduce your child to the wonderful world of the library with this interactive lap-sit program filled with songs, rhymes, and more! Pajama Storytime (Ages 3 - 6) Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. May 8, 15 and 22 Relax and listen to some stories before bedtime. You may wear your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed friend if you wish!

Make and Take Crafts (Ages 4+) Saturdays May 4, 11, 18, and 25 June 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 Drop in anytime between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. to make a simple craft or art project to take home. No registration required. One craft per child, please, while supplies last. Operation Kids Discover (Ages 7+) Tuesdays at 3:30 pm May 7 and 21, June 4 Explore and discover the world around you! Mother’s Day Special (Ages 7+) Friday, May 10 at 3:30 p.m. Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Come to the library for some marvelous stories and create a special gift just for Mom.

Memorial Day Tribute (Ages 7+) Friday, May 24 at 3:30 p.m. Honor our veterans with some patriotic stories! Afterwards, we will make a special craft. Stuffed Animal Sleepover (Ages 3 - 6) Wednesday, June 5 at 7:00 p.m. You and your stuffed animal friend are invited to our “Stuffed Animal Sleepover”. Bring one of your special friends for a bedtime story and snack. Then your friends will stay overnight for an exciting sleepover adventure. The next day, come back to pick up your special friend and be surprised to find out what your friend did overnight. Beautify Your Garden (Ages 7+) Thursday, June 13 at 3:30 p.m. Design a colorful decoration for your garden. Summer Reading Club: Dig into Reading @ Your Library Registration begins June 17 Mark your calendars and make us a part of your summer fun! “Dig into Reading” and tunnel your way through mountains of exciting books! Days of Knights (Ages 5+) Wednesday, June 26 at 2:00 p.m. Journey into the past to the days of kings, queens, castles and adventure! Join Sir Kenneth and his squire as they re-enact a classic medieval fairytale. Learn all about knights, see an exciting swordfight, try on real armor and more.

Children’s Online Program Calendar http://www.libraryinsight.net/calendarkids.asp?sm=1&jx=jb

Children’s Program Blog http://bblibraryyouth.blogspot.com

Please register in person or call the library at (732) 356-0043.

Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted.

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Please register in person or call the library at (732) 356-0043.

Registration is required for all programs

Teen Programs - Flora Kim

Teen Online Program Calendar http://www.libraryinsight.net/calendarep.asp?jx=jb

Teen Program Blog http://boundbrooklibrarynj.blogspot.com

Teen Advisory Group Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. April 3, May 1, June 5 Sign up to join the Teen Advisory Group and help plan and evaluate teen library services. Gain leadership experience while helping the library and teens. Friday Teen Craft Fridays at 3:30 p.m. April 5 Poetry Magnet April 12 Peony Flowers April 19 Bead Necklaces, Bracelets and Key Chains April 26 Teen Origami May 3 Clay Creation May 10 Mother’s Day Card May 17 Dip It—Chocolate Covered Strawberries May 24 Friendship Bracelet May 31 Seashore Snow Globe June 7 Rainbow Pudding Sundae June 14 Wood Pencil Holder for Dad Teen Poetry Workshop Wednesdays at 5:00 p.m. May 8, 22 and June 12 Read poems to inspire our minds. Write poems to express yourself. Share your poems to understand each other's feelings.

Teen Drawing Club Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. April 10, 24, May 8, 22 and June 12 Do you like drawing? Come to the Teen Space and draw with your friends. We provide paper, colored pencils and other supplies. Teen April Fool's Day: Make Gag Crafts! Monday, April 1 at 5:00 p.m. Make fun food crafts and gag gifts! Bring silly jokes and share them! Poetry Scavenger Hunt Party Saturday, April 13 at 2:00 p.m. April is the National Poetry Month. Let us celebrate it with a Poetry Scavenger Hunt! Prizes, food and poetry slam! Teen Movie Night Wednesday, April 17 at 7:00 p.m. Come and watch a movie on a big screen! Popcorn & soda provided. Plant Flowers for the Library Saturday, May 18 at 2:00 p.m. We will plant flowers to beautify the landscaped areas around the library building. Summer Reading Club: Beneath the Surface Saturday, June 8 at 2:00 p.m. Opening reception for Summer Reading Club registration and volunteer sign up.

Teen Peer Tutoring

Teen Poetry Workshop

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Adult Programs - Paul Schroeder

Pediatric Immunization Information Session Monday, April 1 at 7:00 p.m. Have questions regarding your children’s immunizations? Information Session to include: • Latest CDC Recommendations on

Vaccinations for Children • Common Misconceptions • Financial Resources for Immunizations • Explanation of Types of Vaccines • Benefits of Being Immunized • Helpful Handouts Meet the Artists Reception Wednesday, April 3 at 7:00 p.m. A collection of works by members of the ARTsee Group will be on display during the month of April. Mix and mingle with the artists and view additional pieces of art during this reception. Photo Tips for Better Pics Thursday, April 11 at 7:00 p.m. Well-known New Jersey photographer and author Walter Choroszewski brings his expertise and humor for an informal and fun Back to Basics photo class. Don't just set your camera to auto.

Does Your Business Plan Make Sense? Tuesday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m. The business plan is absolutely essential to anyone seeking to either start a new business or expand an existing business. Whether you need the plan to approach a financial institution for financing, or simply to strengthen your own vision, the business plan is as essential as a roadmap for a traveler planning a major trip. Justin Derman Jazz Trio* Wednesday, April 17 at 7:00 p.m. Join us for an evening of light jazz in the Library’s elegant Reading Room. Mr. Derman is an accomplished musician and holds a bachelor’s degree in Music from Kean University and a master’s degree in Music Education from New Jersey City University. He resides in Bound Brook. Community Office Hours—Rep. Rush Holt Thursday, April 25, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Members of Representative Rush Holt’s staff will assist residents with questions about Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, the Veterans Administration, Immigration and other government services. The Great Falls Thursday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m. Recognized as a natural wonder in Colonial days, and recently designated a National Park, the Great Falls of the Passaic River powered the factories of America's first great industrial city throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries. Hear the history of the falls and the industries that grew up around them, from locomotive building to silk weaving. Vintage Views of New Jersey* Thursday, May 2 at 7:00 p.m. Walter Chorozewski presents vintage views of New Jersey from engravings, paintings and photos found at museums and the Library of Congress. He discusses the art periods that influenced the artwork and gives biographical information about each artist. He offers comparative views through his own photography.

Please register in person or call the library at (732) 356-0043.

Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted.

Adult Online Program Calendar http://www.libraryinsight.net/calendarmv.asp?jx=jb

Adult Program Blog http://www.bblibrary.blogspot.com/

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Adult Programs - Paul Schroeder

Natural Allergy Relief Thursday, May 9 at 7:00 p.m. Learn natural ways in which one can combat allergic reactions and how natural remedies can teach the body to no longer have an allergic reaction. E-Commerce for a Small Business Wednesday, May 15 at 7:00 p.m. This seminar explores technology and avenues available online to promote and manage a small business. New technology, cost effectiveness and efficiencies for individual small businesses will be examined. Learn how to establish internet presence and low cost promotion strategies that will draw visitors to your site. The Palisades Thursday, May 23 at 7:00 p.m. Join us for a colorful tour of one of New Jersey's most impressive landmarks, from its formation and discovery to the American Revolution and the creation of Palisades Interstate Park. *Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

The Glorious Nature of the Northeast Thursday, June 13 at 7:00 p.m. Join photographer Brien Szabo as he takes us on a photographic journey from the Pine Barrens of New Jersey, to the mountaintops of the Adirondacks, to the rocky shores of Maine. Witness the wonderful diversity of our corner of the country through pictures and stories of our magnificent region. Self Defense for Women Saturday, June 15 at 10:00 a.m. This class is designed for women of all ages and girls 12 years and older who wish to learn techniques for personal self-defense against all assaults. New Jersey Light Houses* Monday, June 17 at 7:00 p.m. Trish Chambers, author of Lighthouses of the New Jersey Lighthouse Challenge, will discuss interesting and historical facts about lighthouses in New Jersey. Attendees will be treated to stories and folklore surrounding each lighthouse, along with the family histories of the keepers of the lights.

Knitting and Crocheting Groups Beginning Knitting and Crocheting Meets every Wednesday at 3:00 pm

Library Loopers Meets Mondays at 7:00 pm

April 8 and 22, May 13, June 10 and 24

New members, all skill levels, always welcome! At left, members combine squares into baby blankets. Above, volunteer instructor Karen demonstrates a stitch.

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From Our Archives - Mary Nelson

Bound Brook Residents Suffer Devastating Personal Losses

April 13, 1777

The Battle of Bound Brook As the 236th anniversary of the Battle of Bound Brook nears (April 13), we might stop and think about the suffering and losses experienced by Bound Brook area residents of that trying time in our history. Their losses to the British Army on that fateful day are well docu-mented in four bound folio manuscript volumes at the New Jersey State Library in Trenton. The volumes contain the inventories of persons living in New Jersey whose property was plundered or destroyed (it does not matter by which side; these volumes document losses by the Continental Army, too), between 1776 and 1782, but mostly in 1776 and 1777. Some of the Bound Brook residents listed in the inventories who suffered damages by the British Army on April 13, 1777 are: Jacob Bond His losses: cows and clothing, totaling almost 50 pounds in value Michael Field His losses: 2 cows, wagon, harness, much bedding and dishes Richard Field His losses: a yoke of oxen, 2 horses, 3 hogs, 11 head of cattle Hendrick Fisher His losses: 22 head of cattle, 3 hogs, large sum of money Benjamin Harris His losses: 1 roan horse, 1 bay horse, 1 new wagon with harness for 2 horses, 1 cow, 2/3 of a hogshead of rum, 40 calves skins tanned and curried, 11 sides upper leather, 2 horse hides, 1 hog skin, 1 pair new saddle bags, besides many other articles of clothing and bedding. The total amount of his loss was 125 pounds, 1 shilling and 6 pence Rev. Israel Read, Bound Brook Presbyterian Church His losses: Many of his valuable books Elizabeth Van Deventer Her losses: Several head of cattle Tobias Van Norden His losses: A riding chair and harness, 2 cows, a calf and heifer, 4 blankets, 8 dollars worth of pig tail [tobacco] in small rolls, 8 silver tea spoons, 3 pair sheets, 2 double gross of buttons, window curtains, dishes, clothing, etc., to the value of 63 pounds, 13 shillings, 9 pence

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The Friends would like to thank the following for their 2012 contributions (12/31/12):

Diamond Member $2,000+ Louis Kubian Frank J. Stock Silver Patron $250—$499 Dorrie Ackerman Phyllis & Larry Bugal Jean Finlayson Patron $100—$249 Donna Benz & Robert Robillard Helen G. Brown John & Robin Mauro Therese A. Nerger Bill & Eileen Roan Catherine Robichaux Sponsor $50—$99 Lynette M. Acosta Nancy Adams & Merv Fry Irene & Jim Beatty Madlyn J. DeStefano Ann B. Fives Faith Giovino Lois Higbie Robert Kucharski Marion F. Randolph Raffeala Squier

Benefactor $25—$49 The Biastre Family Nest Ruth Clark Joseph & Jean Donnelly Bob & Lynn Fazen Rita Gilrain Aileen & Joseph Greco Rose Marie Green Stanlee & Florence Kissel Susan & Rich Lahey Special Friend $10—$24 Sherry R. Engelberg Fred Holub Charlotte Parello Betty M. Wise Tributes & Memorials In Honor of John and Sandy Liptak Helen G. Brown

In Memory of Robert M. Ackerman Dorrie Ackerman

In Memory of Donald W. Benz Donna Benz & Robert Robillard

In Memory of Jane Spangler Joseph & Jean Donnelly Jean Finlayson

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The Friends would like to thank the following for their 2013 contributions (3/6/13):

Diamond Member $2,000+ Louis Kubian Frank J. Stock Patron $100—$249 Donna Benz and Robert Robillard Catherine & Clyde Robichaux

Sponsor $50—$99 Faith Giovino Special Friend $10—$24 Tricia Curran Charlotte Parello

Please use the form on opposite page to make your contribution—Thanks!

Honoring Retiring Library Board Member

Jean Finlayson Jean Finlayson has served on the Library Board for the past four decades. She joined the board as the representative of the Bound Brook Superintendent of Schools. For many years, she held the office of board treasurer.

A reception honoring Miss Finlayson for her dedicated service to Bound Brook Memorial Library will be held in the Reading Room on Wednesday, April 10, at 7 pm. Everyone is invited!

Miss Finlayson came to Bound Brook in 1951 to begin her career in public education. She taught various grades at Lafayette and Smalley Schools, di-rectly influencing the development of hundreds of local children. She broad-ened her experience by teaching in Ecuador (International Exchange pro-gram) and teaching in Indonesia (Fulbright grant). As principal of Lafay-ette School from 1965 to 1977 and as principal of Smalley School from 1977 to 1984, Miss Finlayson ensured that the children of Bound Brook received a thorough elementary education.

Library Board in 2013: Jane Chiesa, Jean Mangino, Donna Benz, Emily Fabiano, Eileen Promaulayko, Ed Custy, Shirley Klompus, Jean Finlayson

Miss Finlayson’s roles in the community included chair of the Bound Brook Bicentennial Committee, co-chair of the Bound Brook Presbyterian Church Tercentenary Celebration and trustee of the Twin Boros Scholarship Committee.

Paul Schroeder Newsletter Editor (732) 356-0043

pschroed@sclsnj.org

Hannah Kerwin Supervising Editor

hkerwin@sclsnj.org

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