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Source: Newark Star-Ledger, Final Edition on February 10, 1957, page 70.
Research Library, Spotlight
Is the Jersey Devil recognized by state law? By Robert Heym, Law Librarian Myth and Monsters New Jersey boasts an interesting array of official state symbols, adopted either by law… Continue reading "Is the Jersey Devil the “Official” State Demon?"
10 Steps for Financial Success Program Recap
NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Thank you to Amanda Griffith from the Credit Union of New Jersey for sharing 10 aspects regarding personal finances that are important to ensure a healthy financial future.  Finances can be very… Continue reading "10 Steps for Financial Success Program Recap"
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Marketing Blog
Happy New Year! The new year is a time to reset and create new goals. As you sit down and look at your marketing plan for the year ahead, it’s… Continue reading "Look Out for These Social Media Trends in 2025"
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Genealogy Blog, NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Thank you to Certified Genealogist Melissa Johnson for explaining how and when DNA should be used in conjunction with traditional genealogical research. With the commercialization of DNA testing for health… Continue reading "DNA Evidence: Analysis, Correlation & Interpretation Program Recap"
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Genealogy Blog, Research Library
An update from the NJ State Library Genealogy Research Librarian, Regina Fitzpatrick: The Increase We took a look back over the past year, and found that there was a spike… Continue reading "Increase in Genealogy Research Assistance Requests at the New Jersey State Library"
American flags flying at U.S. Flag Plaza at Liberty State Park.
Research Library, Spotlight
By Andrew DauphineeInstruction and Outreach LibrarianNJ State Research Library View all posts by Andrew. The New Jersey State Library is proud to showcase for the start of 2025 the Daniel… Continue reading "Daniel E. Beards Photograph Collection"
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NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
Thank you to Larry Metzler from Apogee Financial Services, Inc. for a deep dive into the complexities of Social Security and how that income stream can be incorporated into your… Continue reading "Maximizing Social Security Program Recap"
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Marketing Blog
Public libraries are a safe space, open and accessible to all walks of life, offering a variety of services and programs to enhance the community. Your library’s social media and… Continue reading "Inclusive Marketing for Libraries"
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Marketing Blog
To be completely transparent, I’ve been stuck lately on which topic to cover next for this marketing blog. In marketing, you always want to stay fresh, but it’s hard to… Continue reading "How to Fix a Creative Block in Marketing"
Get to Know Your Local Historical Society Project: Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society
Genealogy Blog, NJSL Presents Blog, Research Library
The purpose of this project is to create a central repository of informational videos to promote the use of New Jersey historical societies to a wide audience.  Many genealogical resources,… Continue reading "Get to Know Your Local Historical Society Project: Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society"
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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