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Research Library Spotlight

Daniel E. Beards Photograph Collection

The New Jersey State Library is proud to showcase for the start of 2025 the Daniel E. Beards Photograph Collection as part of our Digital Jerseyana Collection.

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Is the Jersey Devil the “Official” State Demon?
Is the Jersey Devil recognized by state law? By Robert Heym, Law LibrarianPublished on February 7, 2025 Myth and Monsters…
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For Adult patrons registered with the talking book and braille center: Winter Reading Challenge 2025, TBBC's Chilly Chapters January 6th-February 28th.
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Winter Reading Challenge

The Talking Book and Braille Center (TBBC) is excited to invite adult patrons aged 18 and over to participate in the Winter Reading Challenge (WRC).

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The NJ State Library and Talking Book and Braille Center will also be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025 for Presidents Day.
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