Thank you to Karen Prager from the Rugters Master Gardeners of Mercer County for a jam-packed presentation on all things seeds. Starting your plants and garden from seeds can be a very…
Research Library
Hidden Figures Revealed Program Recap
Thank you to Janice Cross-Gilyard, president of the Afro-American Historical and Genealogy Society – New Jersey Chapter, for her fascinating and well-researched look into notable African American figures from Summit New Jersey. …
Featured eBooks (February 12, 2021)
The New Jersey State Library is adhering to restrictions imposed by the Governor’s COVID-19 directives, so staff can only provide access to electronic items until further notice. In the meantime, please explore…
8 Great Websites for Health Program Recap
On February 2, 2021, the New Jersey State Library presented 8 Great Websites for Health. Thanks to all who attended! A Pew Research Center study from 2012 found that 72% of internet…
New Jersey Outdoors: archive now available online
New Jersey is far more than just a “garden” state. While well known for its vast network of fields and farms, fresh produce and fruit orchards, New Jersey boasts incredible ecological diversity.…
Featured eBooks (January 15, 2021)
The New Jersey State Library is adhering to restrictions imposed by the Governor’s COVID-19 directives, so staff can only provide access to electronic items until further notice. In the meantime, please explore…
Home Buying Program Recap
A big thanks to James Goodman, Home Finance Consultant for The Credit Union of New Jersey, for his comprehensive overview of the homebuying process. Buying a home can be a stressful experience,…
Featured eBooks (December 31, 2020)
The New Jersey State Library is adhering to restrictions imposed by the Governor’s COVID-19 directives, so staff can only provide access to electronic items until further notice. In the meantime, please explore…
Featured eBooks (December 18, 2020)
The New Jersey State Library is adhering to restrictions imposed by the Governor’s COVID-19 directives, so staff can only provide access to electronic items until further notice. In the meantime, please explore…
Getting Fiscally Fit Program Recap
Thank you to Larry Metzler from the Society for Financial Awareness for sharing the steps we need to take to become fiscally fit. One of the major takeaway’s from Larry’s presentation is…
Re-Activiate Your Life Program Recap
Thank you to Grace-Anne Alfiero, Danielle Sangita, and Phoebe Ezell for sharing their experiences and those of others about resilience, adaptability, and promise of individuals within the non-profit community. The pandemic has…
Last Seen: A New Tool for Black Genealogy Program Recap
Thank you to Dr. Judith Giesberg and Signe Fourmy for your continued work in creating, hosting, and curating the Last Seen: Finding Family After Slavery database. Many African Americans are descended from…
