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Our NJ State Library’s Blogs are a vibrant hub for sharing valuable insights, updates, and resources that cater to the diverse needs of New Jersey’s residents, librarians, and researchers.
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Published June 12, 2026 Today’s workforce is varied in its age and that comes with a host of considerations that effective managers and team leaders need to be aware of.… Continue reading "Leading Across the Generations: Building Effective Multi-Generational Teams – Program Recap"
Marketing Blog
Simple strategies to help your audience feel invested before your next program even launches By Julia Giantomasi Published June 12, 2026 One of the most common bad habits an organization… Continue reading "Early Marketing: How to Build Excitement for Your Library’s Work"
NJSL Presents, NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Published June 3, 2026 Our gardens and yards are full of insects, yet we often fail to recognize that not all bugs are bad. In fact, there are plenty of… Continue reading "Beyond the Ladybugs – Program Recap"
About NJSL, Featured
Published May 29, 2026 The NJ State Library (NJSL) offers a wealth of information, including resources for researchers, librarians, and the public. Our Talking Book and Braille Center (TBBC) supports… Continue reading "Searching Your State Library Website"
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Published May 19, 2026 As we become stable in our career and retirement is ever-more present on the horizon, there are important financial considerations that we should focus on. Thank… Continue reading "Financial Planning for Mid-Career Professionals – Program Recap"
Marketing Blog
How New Jersey Libraries Can Partner with Local Voices to Expand Their Reach By Julia Giantomasi Published May 19, 2026 Historically, libraries have relied on word-of-mouth to connect with their… Continue reading "Community Influencers: The New Word-of-Mouth"
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Published May 14, 2026 One of the many complications of dementia is a breakdown in the ability to communicate, both for the individual suffering from the disease as well as… Continue reading "Communicating Effectively with Dementia – Program Recap"
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Published April 30, 2026 New Jersey is committed to helping individuals purchase their first home and has a variety of financial programs to help! Thank you to Emerlee Simons, Leading… Continue reading "First-Time Homebuyer Information Session – Program Recap"
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Published April 29, 2026 Estate planning is often overlooked until it’s too late; your will will not solve everything! Thank you to Adam Lipps, Senior Staff Attorney for Central Jersey… Continue reading "Importance of Estate Planning: Preparing for the Inevitable – Program Recap"
Research Library, Spotlight
Originally Published on March 17, 2023 www.njstatelib.org/testbooks The NJ State Library (NJSL) proudly serves the information needs of all state government employees. One unique way that we help serve state… Continue reading "Civil Service Exam Test Books"