Name: August Evening Book Discussion
Start: 2026-08-04T19:30:00-04:00
Location: Bernards Township Library

Bernards Township Library

The Bernards Township Library invites the public to our monthly Evening Book Discussion, on Tuesday, August 4 at 7:30 p.m. New members always welcome!
August features Short Story Collections (selected by staff - please visit the Reference Desk to pick up a copy)
Evening Book Discussion occurs the 1st Tuesday of the month, at 7:30 p.m.
The book discussion series are sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
Registration is not required. <a href="https://bernardslibrary.org/event-calendar/#/events/3KldhECwVJ/instances/m52At9EtPF/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Click here to learn more!</a>

Local Event: August Evening Book Discussion

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August Evening Book Discussion

The Bernards Township Library invites the public to our monthly Evening Book Discussion, on Tuesday, August 4 at 7:30 p.m. New...

The Bernards Township Library invites the public to our monthly Daytime Book Discussion, on Wednesday, July 15 at 11:00 a.m. New members always welcome!
July features Taste My Life Through Food&nbsp;by Stanley Tucci. Copies are available in our catalog. 
Daytime Book Discussion occurs the 3rd&nbsp;Wednesday of the month, at 11:00 a.m.
The book discussion series are sponsored by The Friends of BTL.
Registration is not required. <a href="https://bernardslibrary.org/event-calendar/#/events/NFO20l46WP/instances/KeacjllWKC/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here to learn more!</a>

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July Daytime Book Discussion

The Bernards Township Library invites the public to our monthly Daytime Book Discussion, on Wednesday, July 15 at 11:00 a.m....

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Included will be a demonstration of using a star map to help you explore the sky, as well as how easy it is to view the International Space Station and satellites without the need for a telescope! This program is geared for adults, but suitable for children ages 12 and older. 
Presenter: Paul Cirillo has been fascinated by astronomy and space missions all his life and enjoys sharing his knowledge with the public. He is a member of the New Jersey Astronomical Association, which operates the largest public observatory in New Jersey and was the leader of Somerset County’s 4-H Space &amp; Astronomy Club for ten years. He has a Bachelor of Science degree from Rutgers University and is a volunteer outreach “Ambassador” for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. This program is geared for adults, but suitable for children ages 12 and older. 
Registration requested.<a href="https://bernardslibrary.org/event-calendar/#/events/lNdTs5hC4p/instances/chRPit8bb7/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">&nbsp; Click here to learn more!</a>

Local Event: Exploring the Night Sky

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Friends of Great Swamp NWR and USFWS will host the summer Third Saturday Guided Walk on the White Oak Trail on Saturday July 18, 1:30-3:00 PM. 
The White Oak Trail, across Pleasant Plains Rd. from the Helen C Fenske Visitor Center, is a microcosm of the habitat diversity found at Great Swamp. Walkers will learn about the habitats, refuge management practices, history, plants, and animals along the trail. The focus of this walk will be identifying butterflies and dragonflies along the trail. As this is a refuge trail, no dogs are allowed.
Friends volunteer naturalists Paul Lauber and Dorothy Smullen will lead this walk. Registration is not necessary. Walkers will meet in the parking lot at the Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center, 32 Pleasant Plains Road, Harding Township 07920. 
Call the Visitor Center 973-425-9510 for weather cancellations.
More information about the Friends of Great Swamp NWR can be found at <a href="https://www.friendsofgreatswamp.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.friendsofgreatswamp.org</a>

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Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961) was an American journalist, novelist, and short-story writer who influenced 20th century fiction with his understated, economical style. Starting as a reporter in Kansas City, Hemingway’s punchy writing style soon elevated him to an internationally renowned author. The Nobel and Pulitzer prize-winning author explored love, loss, vulnerability, war, and human connection in timeless works like "The Old Man and The Sea," "For Whom The Bell Tolls," and more. Enjoy this original portrayal of the legendary writer, award-winning actor &amp; playwright as J. T. Turner brings Hemingway vibrantly to life. 
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Take a walk, get some fresh air, and chat about great books!&nbsp; This book club will meet&nbsp;at 9:30am in Pleasant Valley Park, starting at the picnic pavilion near the restrooms.&nbsp; Hosted by the Bernards Township Library.
Rain or shine - dress for the anticipated weather!
Book Selection: Tues. July 21 - <a href="https://bernards.aspendiscovery.org//GroupedWork/e4bfa992-8633-aca4-2b93-e703faeea043-eng/Home?searchId=29740218&amp;recordIndex=&amp;page=1&amp;searchSource=local" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb</a>
<a href="https://bernardslibrary.org/event-calendar/#/events/3dWopZPLLL/instances/N9jDxUhgZx/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here to learn more!</a>

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Presenters: Alex Dawson is a writer, director, and full-time faculty member at Rutgers University who teaches creative writing, folklore, and horror. His work blends magical realism, Appalachian culture, and gritty barroom storytelling. Arlan Feiles is an award winning Singer Songwriter, Multi-Instrumentalist and Music Producer. Discovered and mentored by the late great Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Record Producer Tom Dowd, Arlan has gone on to release 6 critically acclaimed records, and had his music heard in many TV programs and movies, including the trailer for the Academy award winning film “The Dallas Buyers Club”. Arlan is equally known for his efforts supporting voting and civil rights.
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