Did you know that heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the United States since 1921? But how much do you really know about your heart? Please join us as cardiologist Dr. Craig McMackin from Capital Health discusses the different types of heart disease and the ways that you can help keep… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Tips for Your Ticker: Heart Health"
As a northern state, New Jersey and its role in African Americans' struggles for civil rights is often overlooked or disregarded in favor of the narratives coming from southern states. However, the history of the early Black freedom struggle in New Jersey is predicated on the argument that the Civil Rights Movement began in New… Continue reading "VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK – The Georgia of the North: Black Women and the Civil Rights Movement in New Jersey"
Seniors are a growing population in the United States and becoming an increasing target for scammers and fraudster at an alarming rate. In fact, according to the FBI, seniors lost $3.4 billion to scams in 2023. Please join us as Sergeant Michael Rosati from the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit highlights the alarming rise in fraud… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Scams and Frauds for Seniors"
Did you know that only 51 percent of women are confident they are saving enough for retirement vs 68 percent of men? In addition women are more likely to deal with an aging parent or children's schedules which can result in women accumulating less money for retirement. Please join us as Gerard Raho from Edward… Continue reading "WEBINAR – 5 Money Questions for Women"
Ever wonder why you buy the things you do? Psychology has a big part to play in what we buy and our spending habits. Whether we struggle with the chemical reactions in our brain that make us feel better when we buy things or society/social media pressures us to feel the need to live a… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Psychology of Spending"
Become more bear aware! This free program given by NJDEP Fish and Wildlife gives an overview of the natural history and biology of bears in the Garden State, in addition to research and management efforts carried out by F&W staff. Practical information and tips for coexisting with bears will be addressed so that bears do… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Know the Bear Facts: The Truth About Bears in New Jersey"
The important role that women have played in our history is still being uncovered, especially their selfless contributions to our war efforts in which they were prevented from serving in combat. World War II saw an unprecedented mobilization of women who supported the war in traditional and novel ways, breaking many societal barriers; this was… Continue reading "VIRTUAL AUTHOR TALK – New Jersey Women During World War II"
The Law Library at the NJ State Library offers a variety of services for patrons, including remote access to several legal databases. Please join us as Cynthia Lambert, Law Librarian at the NJ State Library, provides an overview of remotely accessible databases, specifically: HeinOnline Legal Information Source National Consumer Law Center Digital Library Wolters Kluwer… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Legal Research Databases at the NJ State Library"
Accounts of the history of the Revolutionary War often overlook the Battle of Navesink. The war was less than a year old when the First Regiment of the Monmouth Militia occupied a hillside lookout station in February 1777. Surprised by British regulars during a cold winter's night, 25 militiamen were killed, while 72 were captured… Continue reading "WEBINAR – The Mysteries of the 1777 Battle of Navesink"
Whether you are a new hire or have been a member of the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) for a while, this class will give you a basic understanding of your pension benefits. Topics covered are enrollment criteria, membership tiers, the Member Benefits Online System (MBOS), beneficiary designation, group life insurance coverage, purchasing service credit,… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Understanding Your Pension Benefits for PERS Members"
Too often people fret that they either do not know how to start a networking conversation or cannot remember the people they spoke to. In most cases, being better listeners make both these concerns disappear. This interactive workshop will allow participants to practice new or existing listening skills. Perfect 3 types of listening – Intentional,… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Listen More, Talk Less: A Key to Career Success"
What is the biggest nuisance when it comes gardening? Many people will respond with pests, particularly deer. White-tailed deer were virtually extinct in the late 1800s in NJ, but through conservation efforts, in can seem like they are everywhere. Please join us as Rutgers Master Gardener Jean Miller discusses the reasons for their current population… Continue reading "WEBINAR – Coping with Deer"
