Volume 3 Number 2March/April 2005
News from the East Brunswick Public Library. . . on the Internet at www.ebpl.org
In This Issue . . .
What’s It Worth? ....................p. 8
Defensive Driving .................. p. 8
TLC registration ..................... p. 7
Spring Int’l Film Festival ........p. 3
BARGAINS AHOY!
SAIL INTO A SEA OF SAVINGSAT THE FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY’S 31ST ANNUAL
Bargain Bookand Media Sale
March 7–13BRUNSWICK SQUARE MALL
JC PENNEY COURTROUTE 18 SOUTH
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ
THOUSANDS OF BOOKS
Adult . Children’s
Collectors’ Items
Large Print
HUNDREDS OF VIDEOS
. . . PLUS Video Games
CDs & Audiobooks
Computer Software
OPENING NIGHT MARCH 7
7–9:30 p.m.
$1 Admission First Night Only
Friends Members Free
MARCH 8–12 . 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m.
MARCH 13 . 11 a.m.–6 p.m.
CASH or CHECKS ACCEPTED
Sorry, no credit cards
FREE BOOK SALE PUPPET SHOWS
March 9 & 10 . 7 & 7:30 p.m.
Whatever the weather, be
sure to drop anchor at
Central New Jersey’s biggest and
best bargain book and media
sale. You’ll find literally thou-
sands of gently used hardcover
and paperback books in virtually
every genre as well as tables full
of books just for children and
teens.This year’s sale also features
more prerecorded movies than
ever before plus video games,
books on tape, music CDs, and
computer software, all at a frac-
tion of their original cost. New
items are brought out every day.
Parents, please note: To ensure
everyone’s safety and comfort,
no strollers or children under
eight will be admitted on open-
ing night. Family visits are wel-
come later in the week.
Every purchase benefits the
Friends of The Library and ulti-
mately The Library. For more in-
formation, please log on to
www.ebpl.org, News & Events.
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ReferenceUSA:Finding Phone Numbers OnlineLooking for a friend’s telephone number in Chicago? Trying to contact a hotel in Las Vegas? No problem.
Even as phone companies have stopped providing area libraries with nationwide print directories, you’ve
got thousands of phone books at your fingertips with ReferenceUSA, conveniently accessible from The Library’s
website, www.ebpl.org.
ReferenceUSA is a detailed database that is a virtual online phone book of all listed telephone numbers in
the United States, for both residences and businesses. With an East Brunswick Public Library card, you can
search for the numbers you need at The Library or from any remote location, such as your home or office.
The only exclusions are unlisted phone numbers.
To get started, go to www.ebpl.org, select Online Databases, and click on ReferenceUSA.
To locate a person, click Residential Database from the main screen. Fill in the two required fields: Last
Name and State. If you know the first name, enter that in the First Name field. You can even fine-tune your
search by entering the City field, if known.
To find a company, click Business Database from the main screen, then type in the company’s name, city
or state. You can do a national search of all 50 states by selecting All from the State field to get headquarters,
branches, and divisions.
ReferenceUSA can be a great marketing tool for business, too. You can target companies by state, county,
or town; sales volume; line of business; number of employees, headquarters and branches; executives’ names;
and ticker symbols. Entrepreneurs can use it to generate mailing lists, and it’s a powerful tool for the job
hunter who wants to find a job in a specific geographic location or line of business. Click Custom Search
from the main Business Database screen. Check off the categories you want to search to create your own
special “search form.” Then enter your terms and click Search Now.
The Library also maintains print copies of phone books for all counties in New Jersey plus New York City,
Philadelphia, Bucks County, and the Poconos. For assistance in using ReferenceUSA, just ask any librarian.
Auto Repair Online AidIs taking care of your car driving you crazy?
A new library database can help smooth out the bumps in the road when it comes to all things automotive.
Auto Repair Reference Center is a comprehensive, handy resource for maintenance and repair information for
domestic and imported vehicles. Among the categories covered are care and repair tips, service bulletins and
recalls, wiring diagrams, and maintenance intervals.
Just go to www.ebpl.org, click on Online Databases, and then on Auto Repair Reference Center. Select the year
and make of your car, and you’re on your way.
Spotlight on Service
In Living Color Need to make copies in color?
The Library now has a color copier in the Reference Department. The
copier makes 8-1/2" x 11" copies for 50 cents each. If you need any assistance, please
inquire at the periodicals window.
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Lies and Lost YouthEverybody’s FineMarch 15 . 1:30 & 8 p.m.Italian . 1991 . 112 minutes . Rated PG .Directed by Giuseppe Tornatore
In the bittersweet tradition of Tornatore’s earlier Cinema Paradiso, this
lyrical tale explores the themes of aging, memories, and the inevitability
of change. The late Marcello Mastroianni stars as a Sicilian widower who
aches to see his grown children, now living on the mainland. His surprise
visits force the family to confront a lifetime of lies and deception. As filmed
in 75 urban and rural locations, the film’s stunning images evoke the beauty
of modern Italy. Winner of the Cannes Film Festival Ecumenical Jury Prize.
The Last KissApril 5 . 1:30 & 8 p.m.Italian . 2002 . 117 minutes . Rated R .Directed by Gabriele Muccinoi
With his girlfriend Giulia pregnant, 30-year-old perpetual adolescent
Carlo has to decide whether he’s going to grow up and settle down—or
run off to the next reckless adventure, be it an affair with a teenage girl
or an extended road trip with his buddies. But he’s not the only one in
search of romantic possibilities; so is Giulia’s mother, horrified by the notion
that she’s old enough to be a grandmother. Impossible dreams, fatal com-
promises, self-delusion—such is life in this stylish, multigenerational dark
comedy that won several Donatello awards, including Best Director.
Susan Sclar, Media Services manager, introduces each film. The Spring
International Film Festival is sponsored by the Friends of The Library. All
films are subtitled as necessary. Admission is free, and no reservations are
needed. Coming May 10: Goodbye, Lenin!
SPRING INTERNATIONALSPRING INTERNATIONALSPRING INTERNATIONALSPRING INTERNATIONALSPRING INTERNATIONAL
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F E S T I V A LF E S T I V A LF E S T I V A LF E S T I V A LF E S T I V A L
Library Fun FactsIn 2003 nonprofit groups and government agencies used the meeting
rooms in The Library 1,645 times. Those meetings were attended by
37,076 men, women and children. More people went to meetings in
2003 than there were fans at Fenway Park last April for the Boston
Red Sox home opener.
MatchingGiftsDuring 2004, the individuals
below worked for civic-minded
companies that matched their
employees’ donations to worth-
while nonprofit organizations.
Because those generous people
gave to the Friends of The Library
and The Library, so did those
companies!
Thank you, everyone!
DONORS
Robert Bramson
Gary Chicchi
Harvey M. Feldman
Raymond F. Giegerich
Gary M. Gorran
Jeffrey A. Grossman
William L. Henckler
Sheldon Horowitz
Ludwig L. Hupp
Ernestine Ilcken
Norman Jacobsen
Leonard L. Kaplan
Michael A. Kaufman
Joyce A. Kilcommons
Elisabeth S. King
Kim Lam
Irene Leatherow
Yick Lee
Richard Leitman
Gunter M. Lewin
Arthur Lifshey
John R. Marvel
John M. Nolan
Robert F. Pierce
Kenneth Portera
Rita Ryer
Edwin Saul
Hemlata A. Shah
Thomas H. Shelly
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Twenty-three years
Dolly Vasta
Twenty-one years
Jim Allinder
Lenore Kulek
Twenty years
Phil Hill
Seventeen years
Pegi Ballister-Howells
Anita Mackin
Fifteen years
Judith Leblein Josephs
Fourteen years
Louise Saul
Eleven years
Joy Levine
Ten years
Florence Herczku
Stu Kohn
Mary Morgan
Phil Peterson
Nine years
Bob Cancro
Vilma Jansons
Sophia Yan
Eight years
Jillian Angeline
Judy DeMertgis
Rosella Klebosis
Irene Mellino
James Mellino
Elaine Sicknick
Seven years
Helen Bonavito
Doris Gash
Bea Hess
Hanna Weiss
Richie Whalen
Two years
Sruthi Akkinen
Alex Alman
Olga Alman
Peter Aziz
Adam Benaroya
Stephanie Chen
Doris Colton
Natalie Corpus
Gloria Crawford
Chris Cruz
Susan Daddio
Cyndi Dawson
Lakshmi Durga
Molly Epstein
Doris Firestone
Gary Floyd
Pragna Gaddam
Arlene Gil
Lydia Goubrial
Leslie Grossman
Jerry Kung
Bill Liao
Tony Lopez
Dominique Nimmons
Sharang Penumetsa
Avi Ray
Susan Razzano
Marge Saari
Mina Sidhom
Latha Singanamalli
Katie Spiegler
Nancy Stahley
David Tang
Daniel Ulloa
Jeffrey Weingrad
Winifred Zagareillo
One year
Mark Abramowicz
Volunteers Make a World of DifferenceIt’s time for our annual salute to those who graciously donate their time and energy
to help make The Library the great community resource that it is. Many thanks, one and all!
Ann Kesselman
Nadia Said
Audrey Tasseff
Six years
Mary Barglow
Bessie Bernstein
Lucy Colontino
Ruth Gottlieb
Elizabeth Seidler
Five years
Amy Fisher
Robin Phillips
Four years
Lois Caseiro
Rufu Das
Hillary Drummond Simpson
Corey Eilhardt
Alan Emmons
Charles King
Scott Pfeil
Jill Richards
Ken Saroka
Patricia Tsai
Three years
Mike Adams
Martin Adler
Rita Berk
Lisa Buchwalder
Dianne DeOliveira
Joan Fitzgerald
Sunny Guo
Linda Liu
Bill Murphy
Frank Noppenberger
Miriam Praser
Elayne Risley
Gabrielle Roesler
Jordan Schwartz
Phyllis Silver
Kathy Spadafino
Brittany Aranowitz
Alessia Aron
Judy Bang
Ravi Bhavsar
Brian Blumhof
Joseph Bodnar
Kevin Brady
Christopher Caruso
Michael Cerame
Wendy Chan
Sheena Chang
Evany Chang
Jonathan Chao
Antony Chen
Kristy Cole
John Crowe
Yang Ding
Zolaya Erdenebileg
Robert Estor
Roze Eveleth
Jamie Farber
Christie Fassold
Meg Franz
Arlene Freedgood
Masao Fujishima
Payel Ghosh
Maria Giancola
Abhishek Golugula
Ira Guberman
Aporva Halikere
Garrett Hoffman
Elaine Hoi
Stephanie Hong
Jennifer Hsu
Harrison Hsu
Frances Huang
Sidney Huang
Renu Jagasia
Pooja Kakar
Nayoung Kang
Hsin Kao
Jean Kenahan
Fitza Khan
Sana Khan
Anuj Khosla
Corrie Kopp
Marissa Laohoo
Bryan Lee
Lauren Lee
Arthur Lewin
Fiona McArdle
Kevin McEvoy
Jeff Myers
Trevor Nath
Vaishali Nayak
Yue (Sharon) Pan
Sheelah Pechera
Kiran Punjabi
Bela Raiyani
Vincent Reitano
Linda Rifkin
Katy Roche
Amy Rosenthal
Rahee Shah
Gil Shefer
Asha Singanamalli
Judith Smith
David Soffer
Ralph Steiner
Michele Sutera
Karen Theer
Colleen Turak
Arun Varanasi
Hena Vora
Linda Wang
Jennifer Woroniecki
Roger Xu
Louis Yuk
Rosalyn Zell
Kimberly Zhang
Kevin Zhao
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For children in kinder-
garten through grade 2
PIGGIE PIE
by Margie Palatini
Wednesday, April 20 . 4 p.m.
Great read-aloud fun, and make
your own piggie pie!
Gritch the Witch—with her tra-
ditional pointy hat, broomstick,
and green fingernails—is looking
forward to a delicious meal of
piggie pie. But when she lands at
MacDonald’s farm, she can’t find
a single pig. Gritch settles for in-
viting the Wolf home for lunch,
with thoughts of a wolf sandwich
dancing in her head. Of course, he
has other ideas.
Register beginning April 1
For children in grades 3 to 5
THE HOBOKEN
CHICKEN EMERGENCY
by Daniel Pinkwater
Wednesday, April 27 . 4 p.m.
When Arthur is sent to
bring home the
family’s Thanksgiv-
ing turkey, he returns
instead with a 266-
pound chicken
named Henrietta.
Arthur wants to keep
her as a pet, but this chicken has a
mind of her own. Soon Henrietta
is causing so much chaos in
Hoboken that the mayor decides
to hire a “chicken hunter.”
Register beginning April 1
Surf Sites of the MonthMarchHOMEWORK SPOTwww.homeworkspot.com
Need help with just about any
homework subject? This award-
winning website features the
very best K-12 homework-
related sites for English, math,
science, history, art, music,
technology, and much more.
Sources are organized into grade-
appropriate categories.
AprilFACT
MONSTERwww.factmonster.com
Have fun doing your homework
with this cartoon-style website
that includes facts, games, and
quizzes on just about anything
from dinosaurs to presidential
pets. Includes an almanac, atlas,
dictionary, and encyclopedia.
AUTHOR ALERT
BrianSelznick
ComesHome!
Tuesday, April 26 . 2 p.m. or 7 p.m.
Pick up FREE tickets at the Youth
Services desk beginning April 1.
Children in grades 1 and up as
well as adults are invited to enjoy
a presentation by Caldecott Honor-
winning illustrator and author
Brian Selznick. The former East
Brunswick resident will bring ex-
amples of his work and speak
about the artistic process that goes
into making outstanding illus-
trated books for children. That
includes numerous drafts for text
and pictures, travel to Europe, and
plenty of research.
He has written and/or illus-
trated several books, among them
The Houdini Box (Texas Bluebonnet
Award and Rhode Island Child-
ren’s Book Award), Amelia and
Eleanor Go for a Ride (American
Library Association Notable
Children’s Book), and The Dino-
saurs of Waterhouse Hawkins
(Caldecott Honor Book).
Open StudioTuesday, March 22 . 7–8:30 p.m.Monday, April 18 . 7–8:30 p.m.
Does your mind work in artistic
ways? Come invent your own art
with The Library’s abundance of
craft odds and ends. Feel free to
bring your own supplies to share,
as well. For grades 2 and up
Register now
through the
ONE BOOK NEW JERSEY The Sequel
It’s happening again! Join us as we discuss books the whole state is talking about.
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more through the
TeddyBearMagicBring your favorite teddy bear to
this evening storytime for families
with children in kindergarten
and up.
Wednesday, March 2 . 7 p.m.
Register now
Read andPlant a SeedTuesday, April 19 . 7 p.m.
Here comes spring! How does
your reading garden grow?
Plant yourself at a story-and-
craft program and see what comes
up.
For families with children in
kindergarten and up
Register beginning April 1
MagicCarpet RideStories and songs for children ages
2 and up with an adult
Tuesdays, March 1 . 10:30 a.m.
March 8 . 1:30 p.m.
March 15 . 10:30 a.m.
March 22 . 1:30 p.m.
March 29 . 10:30 a.m.
April 5 . 1:30 p.m.
April 12 . 10:30 a.m.
April 19 . 1:30 p.m.
April 26 . 10:30 a.m.
Baby& Me
FIRST AID SAFETY TIPS
Friday, March 4 . 10 a.m.
Presented by a member of the
East Brunswick Rescue Squad
RAINY DAY SOLUTIONS
Friday, April 1 . 10 a.m.
Crafts, games, snack ideas
Guest speakers offer tips for recent
parents on keeping little ones
healthy and happy. Plus socialize
with other newbie moms and
dads. Register now
Baking’n’
BooksMake something good to eat
and hear delicious stories
Saturday, March 5 . 11 a.m.
Saturday, April 2 . 11 a.m.
For ages 4 and up with an adult
Your Great StuffDo you have a special hobby or
collection that you would like to
share with others? The Library is
looking for kids to exhibit their
collections in the Youth Services
Department’s display
case. Please call
732-390-6783 for de-
tails.
Crafty CreationsStop in to create a quick and beau-
tiful craft. For ages 2 and up
Drop in between 10 and 11 a.m.
PINWHEELS
Thursday, March 17
FLOWERS
Thursday, April 21
Book SalePuppet Shows
Brunswick Square Mall
Wednesday, March 9 . 7 & 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 10 . 7 & 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy a funny show by The
Library Puppeteers!
MotherGooseMagic
A nursery rhyme program for chil-
dren 12 to 24 months old with an
adult 10:15 a.m.
Thursday, March 3
Friday, March 11
Monday, March 14
Wednesday, March 23
Monday, March 28
Tuesday, April 5
Thursday, April 14
Friday, April 22
Wednesday, April 27
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NighttimeFamily
StorytimeThursday, March 31 . 7–8 p.m.
Come for stories, songs—and
make your very own pet rock!
You may bring your own rock
or select one from The Library’s
collection.
For ages 5 and up with parents
Registration required
TournamentsSaturday, March 19 . 1–4 p.m.
Saturday, April 16 . 1–4 p.m.
Do you Yu-Gi-Oh? It’s a fun, stra-
tegic card game for children in
grades 1 and up. Please bring
your own cards and mats. All
decks will be checked for authen-
ticity; no Japanese or fake cards
allowed. Prizes will be awarded
for entering and winning.
MerryMoviesandMoreShort films for ages 2 and up with
an adult
Thursday, March 24 . 10:30 a.m.Wednesday, April 20 . 10:30 a.m.
Young Poets Rock!A Poetry Reading
Wednesday, April 6 . 7–8:30 p.m.
You are invited to be a part of The Library’s second
annual celebration of National Poetry Month! Bring in
a poem you have written, and whether or not you choose to read it aloud,
we’ll publish it in a special book to commemorate the evening. This is a
casual get-together, with no pressure to recite anything. You’re welcome
to just sit back and listen and enjoy the refreshments. It’s up to you!
For children in grades 1 and up. Register now
TLC is Coming!Applications for the Teen Library Connection, The Library’s
summer volunteer program for teens, will be available at the
Youth Services desk and online beginning beginning April 29.
The program is open to East Brunswick residents who will be
entering grades 8, 9, or 10 in September. TLC runs this year
from June 27 through August 19, a total of eight weeks.
Applicants must be available Mondays through Fridays,
9:30 a.m. until 12 noon.
During the program volunteers will get to know The
Library and perform a variety of tasks as needed. Completed
applications will be accepted beginning May 9 until May 20 in
person only. Students will be placed in the program on a first
come, first served basis. For more information, please
call 732-390-6789.
Teen Advisory BoardGet together with other teens to let The Library know what
programs and materials you would like to see. You can earn
volunteer time by attending. Refreshments will be served.Monday, March 7 . 3:30–4:30 p.m. Register nowFriday, April 15 . 3:30–4:30 p.m. Register April 1
Day-Off CinemaSchool’s out! Enjoy spring break with a classic film and popcorn.
Monday, April 25 . 1 p.m.
MONTY PYTHON’STHE MEANING OF LIFE
For grades 6 and up
teen
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THE FRIENDS’ FIFTH ANNUAL
What’s It Worth?May 1 . 1:15–4 p.m.Antique Appraisals,
Information Fair and Lecture
Tickets $5 . On Sale April 1
How much is that doggie in the basement worth? You
know, the porcelain dog your grandmother gave you.
Or how about your antique coin collection? Just how
valuable are these items, anyway? Find out at a fun
afternoon at The Library.
Each admission includes having two items (no
weapons, please) appraised by professional appraiser
Joseph Bodnar and colleagues. All opinions are ver-
bal, nonbonding estimates of value. Items are evalu-
ated in order of numbered tickets sold. Mr. Bodnar will
offer a lively lecture in The Library’s meeting room at
1:30 p.m. on how to get top dollar for your pieces. Books,
magazines and movies on pricing antiques and col-
lectibles will be on display and available for borrow-
ing. Light refreshments will be served.
For more information, call 732-390-6783 or log onto
www.ebpl.org and click on “News & Events.”
EBHS Senior ScholarshipApply March 1–April 1Applications available at Library
or East Brunswick High SchoolThe Friends is once again offering a one-year, nonrenew-
able scholarship award of $500 to an outstanding gradu-
ating East Brunswick High School senior who will be
continuing his or her education at an accredited institu-
tion. The applicant must have worked or volunteered at
The Library. Pick up an application beginning March 1
at the Library Administration Office or Reference desk,
or the high school’s Main Office. Please attach an essay
of no more than 500 words on “My Favorite Character”
and return it with your application to the Main Office by
April 1. The winner will be announced at EBHS Awards
Night, June 7.
Good luck to all applicants!
Driving: Get Defensiveand $aveERASE POINTS, SAVE $$ ON INSURANCE
Taught by experienced police
detective/accident investigator
LIMITED TO 30
Must attend two consecutive evenings for credit
May 3–4 . 6:30–10 p.m.You may apply to reduce points on your license once
every five years; to receive an insurance discount, once
every three years. Please note that your points cannot
fall below zero. Licensed motorists with fewer than
four points enjoy a mandatory discount on the auto
liability, collision and no-fault portions of their insur-
ance premiums for three years, starting with the next
renewal. Costs vary according to goal:
2-Point Reduction $65
5% Insurance Discount $55
Both $65
Forms are available on the Circulation desk or
downloadable beginning March 22. To download, go
to www.ebpl.org and click on “Friends of The Library.”
Completed applications and payment, in the form of
And Don’tForget theBook SaleStock up on bargain books, videos, software, video
games, books on tape, CDs and more from March 7,
7 p.m., through March 13, 6 p.m.
Volunteers are needed to help at the sale. If you
can spare some time, please call chairperson Eileen
Barron, 732-251-1969, as soon as possible.
The Friends support The Library. Please support the
Friends.
a check to “E.B. Friends of The Library,” should be
mailed to Ms. Willette Seibel, 2 George St., East Bruns-
wick, NJ 08816 so that they are received by May 2.
Please do not bring completed forms to The Library.
For more information, please call 732-485-9714 or
e-mail questions to [email protected].
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