Among the many benefits of a gentle yoga practice, yoga can enhance focus and concentration and lift the mood. The gentle movements combined with breath awareness activate the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to calm the mind and body, making it an excellent practice for reducing anxiety and stress. As the thoughts quiet down, it can… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Gentle Yoga to Lift the Mood"
Intimidated by Networking? Not sure what to do or how to start? This workshop will provide simple, actionable ways you can get started networking or boost your existing networking for added results. Paul Cecala, certified Global Career Development Facilitator, will look at simple ways to effectively network on LinkedIn and social media, in-person, and via… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Simple Steps to Successful Networking Opportunities"
The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination protects individuals in a variety of situations, ensuring fair treatment and equal opportunity. However, many people do not fully understand their rights under this law, especially when it comes to disability rights. Please join us for the second installment of the "Know Your Rights" series from the NJ Division… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Know Your Rights Part 2 – Housing"
In 1759, Christoffel Vought built a fine stone homestead on 285 acres of prime farmland in northern Hunterdon County near modern-day Clinton, NJ. His family soon grew to become prominent community leaders with a thriving farming operation of nearly 500 acres. Christoffel and his son John, both staunch Loyalists, would soon find themselves on a… Continue reading "WEBINAR – The 1759 Vought House: A Loyalist Homestead in Revolutionary Hunterdon County"
NJSL PRESENTS: A Black History Month Special Event The Forgotten Story of New Jersey's Enslaved People Please join us in celebrating Black History Month as we screen the 3-part, New York Emmy Award-nominated PBS documentary "The Price of Silence". Part one begins the series with the stunning fact that by the time New Jersey started… Continue reading "“The Price of Silence” – The Forgotten Story of New Jersey’s Enslaved People"
New Jersey was the last northern state to enact any type of emancipation law and was one of the last states to ratify the 13th Amendment, initially rejecting it 1865. As a result, New Jersey's unique place in the history of slavery and emancipation created a distinct environment for historical and genealogical research during the… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Slavery and Emancipation Laws in 19th Century New Jersey"
Are you new to the field of grantseeking? Discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders in this introductory course. You will learn the 10 most important things you need to know about finding grants, including: Who funds nonprofits and what are their motivations. What do funders… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Introduction to Finding Grants"
Bruce Springsteen’s relationship with his home state of New Jersey has a central place in his legendary career. In 2025, fans and the music world celebrated the 50th anniversary of Born to Run, a record built on escape yet Springsteen remained close to home and forever associated with New Jersey. Please join us as authors… Continue reading "VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK – Mary Climbs In: The Journeys of Bruce Springsteen’s Women Fans"
The New Jersey Law Against Discrimination protects individuals in a variety of situations, ensuring fair treatment and equal opportunity. However, many people do not fully understand their rights under this law, especially when it comes to disability rights. Please join us for the third and final installment of the "Know Your Rights" series from the… Continue reading "WEBINAR – “Know Your Rights” Part 3 – Disability and Places of Public Accommodations"
Everyone has their own tips and observations about gardening, but how many of these are actually myths? Join Debbie LaGattuta from the Rutgers Master Gardeners of Monmouth County and become a garden mythbuster! During this presentation, you will learn real facts that expose gardening myths, common misconceptions about gardening practices, and a few old wives'… Continue reading "WEBINAR – The Truth About Garden Myths"
Practicing healthy habits can have a positive impact on our overall health, including prolonging the onset of age-related brain issues, like dementia. We tend to focus on creating a healthy body, but it is just as important that we create a healthy mind. Please join Sally Zaifman-Kagan from the Greater NJ Chapter of the Alzheimer's… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Healthy Living for your Mind and Body"
Are you new to grant proposal writing or want a quick refresher? This class will provide you with an overview of how to write a standard project proposal to a foundation, including: The basic elements of a grant proposal The "do's" and "don'ts" of writing and submitting a proposal How to follow up whether the… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Introduction to Proposal Writing"
