Welcome to the North Bergen Free Public Library blog! We post new content every Thursday. Let us know in the comments what type of content you want to see!
¡Bienvenido al blog de la Biblioteca Pública Gratuita de North Bergen! Publicamos contenido nuevo todos los jueves. ¡Cuéntenos en los comenterios qué tipo de contenido quiere ver!
Bella Da Costa Greene
In honor of Women’s Equality Day (August 26), let’s celebrate the life and legacy of Belle Da Costa Greene, a trailblazing librarian who developed the collection of J.P. Morgan - now called the Morgan Library & Museum, located in New York City. Figure 1...
American Adventures
We're packing up for a roadtrip through the Americas. Gathered below are some recommendations for books set in the continent. Set in South America Argentina - Hades, Argentina Brazil - Masters of the Lost Land by Heriberto Hraujo Venezuela - It would be night in...
Read Before You See
Looking for something next to binge watch? We've got you covered! Here are some upcoming and best book to screen adaptationsComing this Fall! Red, White, and Royal Blue, based on the book by Casey McQuiston Killers of the Flower Moon, based on the book by David...
Summer Booklist: Books Set At Camp/Resorts
Summer is not over yet! Check out these books set in resorts and camps! Let us know which one you're most excited to read!!Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune The Hotel Nantucket by Elin Hilderbrand The Newcomer by Mary Kay Andrews The Maid by Nita Prose People We...
National New Jersey Day!
July 27th is National New Jersey Day! Today marks New Jersey officially joining the United States as the 3rd state. In honor of NJ Day here are some of our most famous residents! We also have a corresponding display right now at the library!Fashion Designers ...
On the Waterfront
The film, On the Waterfront has been called one of the greatest films ever made and has been synonymous with Marlon Brando. The film directed by Elia Kazan came during the high point of the McCarthy hearings of the 1950s. Today, many in Hollywood have a strong...
Museum Passes!
Looking for something to do this summer? Why not check out our Museum Passes!! We are proud to add two new museums to our program.¿Buscas algo que hacer este verano? ¿Por qué no echa un vistazo a nuestros Pases para Museos? Estamos orgullosos de añadir dos nuevos...
Our Staff’s Unfavorite Books
You know about staff favorites but that's not nearly as fun as knowing staff's least favorites. Find out which books are our staff 's all time least favorite books below and let us know what are some of your unfavorite books in the comments!Top rated least favorite:...
Madam C. J. Walker
This post is in conjunction with our Madam C.J. Walker program on June 21, 2023 with Rick Feingold (Professor of American Business History at Bergen Community College) on the life of Madam C.J. Walker. All images taken from the Indiana Historical Society. Born Sarah...
Celebrate Juneteenth!
Juneteenth commerates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. The first Juneteenth was celebrated on June 19, 1865 two years after the Emancipation Proclaimation was signed into law by President Abrham Lincoln. Union troops came to Galveston, Texas and...
Young Workers Papers
The way teens obtain working papers in New Jersey will be changing on June 1, 2023!After the passing of a new law, teens can now get their working permits in an easier way. Under the new law, teens can apply for their Young Workers Papers directly on the New Jersey...
June is Pride Month!
The month of June commemorates lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender pride. Pride month began following the Stonewall riots in 1969, a major event of the Gay Liberation Movement. Millions across the globe celebrate Pride by participating in marches, throwing...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Echa un vistazo a la versión en español de esta publicación aqui Every May is dedicated to raising awareness for mental health. We have assembled a list of both fiction and nonfiction for adults and young adults that are accurate portrayals of mental health. If you...
Mayo es el mes de concientización sobre la salud mental
El mes de mayo está dedicado a la campaña de educación sobre la salud mental. Hemos preparado una lista de obras de ficción y no ficción para adultos y jóvenes que presentan la salud mental con veracidad.Si busca recursos de salud mental en el condado de Hudson, haga...
Introducing Room Reservations and Appointment Scheduling
We are adding new features to our website! Reserving a RoomDo you have a small group that needs a quiet place for work? Are you a businesslooking for a spot to have a meeting? Look no further than the library! You can selecttimes and locations based on your...
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