Livingston Public Library

Spice up your kitchen with the Livingston Public Library’s Spice It Up! program. From seeds to spices, the Livingston Library has everything you need to elevate your culinary creations. We offer more than just ingredients, we provide a journey. Every spice has a history, every seed a legacy. Understanding their origins, the cultures that cultivated them, and the traditions they represent adds depth to your cooking. It transforms every meal into an experience, connecting you to the rich tapestry of flavors and stories from around the world.&nbsp;

Starting Tuesday, September 1st at 10am, you may pick our packaged spice kits by the Reference Desk and by the NEW cookbooks. The spice for September is Black Pepper. Each kit will contain a sample packet of the month’s spice and a QR code leading to the history behind it as well as recipe recommendations.&nbsp;
Kits are sponsored by the Friends of the Library and are available while supplies last.

Interested in exploring other ways to use these spices? Visit the library’s Seed Library where you can borrow and donate seeds for growing flowers, herbs and vegetables. Explore Library Chef, an online platform that offers live virtual cooking demonstrations, and consider joining our Cookbook Club, which meets bi-monthly and shares recipes from a selected cookbook.

Local Event: Spice It Up!

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Livingston

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Spice It Up!

Spice up your kitchen with the Livingston Public Library’s Spice It Up! program. From seeds to spices, the Livingston Library...

Discover the benefits of yoga through a practice that strengthens the body, calms the mind, and relieves everyday stress.
&nbsp;Join the Livingston Public Library for a monthly yoga session led by Livingston-based certified instructor Yuka Sakyo and experience the restorative power of mindful movement.
This Open Level Vinyasa Flow class links yoga poses (asanas) with breath in a gentle, flowing sequence designed to improve flexibility, build strength, and encourage relaxation. Sessions include mindful movement, traditional breathing techniques (pranayama), and inspiring music to help deepen the mind–body connection and release tension.
All levels are welcome—no prior yoga experience is required. Modifications and variations will be offered so participants can practice safely and comfortably at their own pace.
You’ll leave each session feeling balanced, refreshed, and renewed.
Yuka Sakyo has been practicing yoga for more than 17 years and teaching for the past seven. She holds a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) certification from Bhakti Barn Yoga and has completed a 300-hour RYT training from the Integral Yoga Institute.&nbsp;
Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat, water bottle, and any preferred props.
This program is open to adults 18 and older. Space is limited and registration is encouraged.
This program is made possible with the support of The Friends of the Livingston Public Library.

Local Event: Find Your Flow: Adult Vinyasa Yoga

Find Your Flow: Adult Vinyasa Yoga

Discover the benefits of yoga through a practice that strengthens the body, calms the mind, and relieves everyday stress.
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Join historian Rick Geffken for a captivating look at one of the lesser-known chapters of the Revolutionary War in New Jersey.&nbsp;
This talk explores the extraordinary clash between Col. Tye, a runaway slave who became a formidable Loyalist fighter, and his Patriot adversary, Capt. Joshua Huddy. Their bitter conflict culminated in Huddy’s extralegal hanging, an event so shocking it sparked an international crisis. George Washington threatened to execute a British prisoner in retaliation, a move that could have derailed the Paris Peace Treaty negotiations. Ultimately, the intervention of Queen Marie Antoinette helped avert disaster, shaping the course of history in ways few realize.
Through this presentation, attendees will gain fresh insight into the complex human stories behind the Revolutionary War—stories of loyalty, courage, and moral dilemmas that went far beyond the battlefield. It’s a rare opportunity to explore how individual actions in New Jersey rippled across the globe, influencing diplomacy and the birth of a nation.
Rick Geffken has authored numerous articles on New Jersey history for local newspapers, magazines, historical societies and newsletters and presented historical papers at the New Jersey History &amp; Historic Preservation, the New Jersey Education Association, the New Jersey Library Association, and the Institute for Advanced Study (Princeton) conferences.&nbsp; He has participated in Symposia for groups such as the Rutgers Business School (Newark, NJ); the Navesink Maritime Historical Association, and has appeared on the New Jersey Cable TV show, Family Historian.&nbsp;
Rick has taught courses on New Jersey slavery for Monmouth University (West Long Branch); and on Revolutionary War topics at Brookdale Community College (Lincroft). He contributes to the New Jersey Slavery Records Index project under the auspices of Rutgers University (New Brunswick).
This program is made possible with the support of The Friends of the Livingston Public Library.

Local Event: New Jersey’s Revolutionary Rivalry: The Untold Story of Col. Tye & Capt. Huddy

New Jersey’s Revolutionary Rivalry: The Untold...

Join historian Rick Geffken for a captivating look at one of the lesser-known chapters of the Revolutionary War in New...

New Jersey’s Revolutionary Rivalry: The Untold Story of Col. Tye & Capt. Huddy

*Attention all book lovers!* The Livingston Library invites you to join us for “Influenced”, an in-person book club launching on September 8th. Enjoy reading and discussing recommended titles from influencers and celebrities. We'll decide if the book was worth the hype. &nbsp;On September 8th at 7pm we will be discussing The Phoenix Pencil Company by Allison King. Please stop by the Patron Services desk to pick up a copy of the book starting August 10th. Stay tuned and check out the Library’s event calendar at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.livingstonlibrary.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.LivingstonLibrary.org</a> for future meeting dates.
All bibliophiles are welcome to the group discussion! Registration starts on August 17th at 10:00 am.
Please contact the reference desk for more information. &nbsp;

Local Event: Influenced Book Club: The Phoenix Pencil Company by Allison King

Influenced Book Club: The Phoenix Pencil...

*Attention all book lovers!* The Livingston Library invites you to join us for “Influenced”, an in-person book club launching...

Influenced Book Club: The Phoenix Pencil Company by Allison King

Celebrate Healthy Aging Month with an uplifting and laughter-filled program designed to support wellness at every age. Whether it’s a quiet chuckle, a hearty laugh, or an unexpected giggle, humor has a powerful effect on both body and mind—and it may even help you live longer.
Join us to explore the many physical, emotional, and social benefits of laughter. Learn how humor can help reduce stress, boost mood, strengthen connections, and contribute to healthy aging overall.
Presented by Nairobi Vasquez, Health Educator, Community Health, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center.

Registration is required.&nbsp; To register please visit the event calendar at livingstonlibrary.org

Local Event: Chuckles, Chortles and Giggles: The Benefits of Laughter for Seniors

Chuckles, Chortles and Giggles: The Benefits of...

Celebrate Healthy Aging Month with an uplifting and laughter-filled program designed to support wellness at every age. Whether...

Chuckles, Chortles and Giggles: The Benefits of Laughter for Seniors

As routines, priorities, and family dynamics shift, our spaces often need to evolve with us.
This session led by professional organizer Leydi,&nbsp; is designed for anyone who has started to question whether their home still supports their current season of life.&nbsp;
You will explore the emotional side of letting go—why it can feel so difficult and how to move through it with clarity and intention. The session will also cover practical strategies for right-sizing your space, rethinking what you truly need, and making thoughtful decisions about what to keep, what to clear out, and what comes next.
Participants will walk away with a renewed perspective and simple, actionable tools to create a home that feels more aligned, manageable, and supportive of the life they’re living right now.
From an early age, Leydi discovered her talent for helping others, solving problems, and creating order—skills that naturally led her to a career as a professional organizer. After a successful 20-year career in higher education administration, she combined her organizational expertise and lifelong passion for design to launch her own business, helping clients transform their spaces with style and function.

This program is made possible with the support of the Friends of the Livingston Public Library.

Local Event: Making Space for What Matters Now

Making Space for What Matters Now

As routines, priorities, and family dynamics shift, our spaces often need to evolve with us.
This session led by professional...

Prepare for the definitive story of Revolutionary War betrayal!

This lecture by presenter James Calaski dissects the stunning conspiracy between American hero-turned-villain Benedict Arnold and British Intelligence Chief Major John André. Together, they hatched the high-stakes plot to sell West Point—the strategic key to the entire American Revolution—to the enemy.

Trace the secret, desperate midnight meetings and coded correspondence between the two men. Explore André's daring undercover mission and the agonizing moments of his capture—when the plans for the fortress were found hidden in his boot. This near-miss not only exposed Arnold as America's most infamous traitor but directly sealed the tragic fate of the charismatic British spy.

Discover how one man's wounded pride and another's dedication to duty led to an act of treason that almost crushed the American cause. This is the pulse-pounding, human drama behind the treason that shook George Washington to his core.

James Calaski is an active Detective Sergeant with the Glen Rock NJ Police Department where he has served for over 25 years. He completed his undergraduate studies at William Paterson University of New Jersey in 1998. He served with the Glen Rock New Jersey Police Department for over twenty years, receiving numerous awards and citations. He continued his studies and received a Master of Arts degree in History at William Paterson University of New Jersey in May 2013.


As a passionate lover of history with over 25 years of law enforcement and investigative experience, Calaski brings a unique and entertaining perspective to historic lectures and examinations of a range of topics that include military, espionage, crimes and genealogy.

This program is made possible with the support of The Friends of the Livingston Public Library.

Local Event: The Price of Treason: Benedict Arnold, Major André, and the Plot to Surrender West Point

The Price of Treason: Benedict Arnold, Major...

Prepare for the definitive story of Revolutionary War betrayal!

This lecture by presenter James Calaski dissects the stunning...

The Price of Treason: Benedict Arnold, Major André, and the Plot to Surrender West Point

Join us for an informative overview of Medicare, that will explain the basics of Parts A, B, C, and D, as well as Medicare Supplements and Medicare Advantage Plans. Speaker Fred Ciccone will discuss how these different components work together and provide essential information to help older adults make informed decisions about their healthcare coverage.

The presentation will also address an increasingly common situation: continuing to work beyond age 65. Ciccone will explain what individuals should consider when deciding whether to enroll in Medicare or remain on an employer-sponsored health plan, including the importance of knowing when to act and understanding the potential consequences of delaying enrollment.&nbsp;

He will also discuss New Jersey’s PAAD (Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled) program, which helps eligible older adults and individuals with disabilities reduce their prescription drug costs.

The second part of the presentation will focus on a new Medicare consideration specific to New Jersey. New Jersey is one of six states participating in the Centers for Medicare &amp; Medicaid Services (CMS) WISeR (Wasteful and Inappropriate Service Reduction) Model, a program designed to reduce waste and potential fraud in Medicare spending. Ciccone will explain what the program means for Medicare beneficiaries with Supplement plans, including the introduction of prior authorization requirements for certain services. He will discuss what beneficiaries should know about this developing six-year initiative and how it could affect Medicare coverage in New Jersey.

Fred Ciccone is a licensed insurance agent based in New Jersey and has been speaking about Medicare, retirement and long-term care for the last ten years.&nbsp;

Local Event: The Basics of Medicare and What NJ Residents Need to Know

The Basics of Medicare and What NJ Residents...

Join us for an informative overview of Medicare, that will explain the basics of Parts A, B, C, and D, as well as Medicare...

The Basics of Medicare and What NJ Residents Need to Know

Most people take prescribed medications without realizing the long, complex process behind their approval. In this presentation, Dr. Dan Gordin traces that journey from early scientific discovery to final FDA approval.
It begins with key moments in U.S. history when drug-related tragedies exposed gaps in safety oversight. The 1937 sulfanilamide disaster led to the 1938 Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, expanding federal authority over drug safety. Later, the thalidomide tragedy of the early 1960s prompted the 1962 Kefauver–Harris Amendments, requiring manufacturers to prove both safety and effectiveness before marketing drugs.
The program also outlines the FDA’s role in protecting public health by regulating medications and other consumer products, ensuring they meet standards for quality, safety, and efficacy.
The presentation then follows the development of a new drug—from laboratory discovery through preclinical testing and multiple phases of clinical trials—to evaluate safety and effectiveness in humans. It concludes with the FDA’s rigorous review of a drug’s benefits, risks, clinical data, and manufacturing standards before approval.
Overall, the talk highlights the complex, often unseen process that brings a drug from initial discovery to a patient’s medicine cabinet.
Dr.Dan Gordin is a pharmaceutical executive with over 30 years of experience in drug development, including five years serving as a Clinical Pharmacology Reviewer at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). He has a doctorate in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the Medical University of South Carolina with a focus on Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacokinetics.&nbsp;&nbsp;

His expertise encompasses both early and late-phase drug development, with a primary focus on the formulation of regulatory strategy.&nbsp; He has worked across a variety of therapeutic areas, including neuroscience, autoimmune diseases, infectious diseases, dermatology, solid organ transplantation, women's health, and oncology.&nbsp; Currently, Dr. Gordin serves as a regulatory affairs consultant and a lecturer at Rutgers University and the Medical University of South Carolina.

This program is made possible with the support of The Friends of the Livingston Public Library.

Local Event: Inside the FDA: How Your Medicine Gets Made

Inside the FDA: How Your Medicine Gets Made

Most people take prescribed medications without realizing the long, complex process behind their approval. In this...

*Attention all book lovers!* The Livingston Library invites you to join us for “Thrilling Tales”, our first in-person book club since the pandemic. Enjoy reading and discussing a mystery or thriller novel with like-minded friends. Tea will be served at the meeting. On Thursday, September 17th at 11am we will be discussing "The Mother-in-Law" by Sally Hepworth. Please stop by the Patron Services desk to pick up a copy of the book starting August 10th. Stay tuned and check out the Library’s event calendar at <a href="https://www.livingstonlibrary.org/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.LivingstonLibrary.org</a> for future meeting dates.
All bibliophiles are welcome to the group discussion! No registration is required.

Local Event: Thrilling Tales Book Club: The Mother-in-Law by Sally Hepworth

Thrilling Tales Book Club: The Mother-in-Law by...

*Attention all book lovers!* The Livingston Library invites you to join us for “Thrilling Tales”, our first in-person book club...

Thrilling Tales Book Club: The Mother-in-Law by Sally Hepworth

The United States Constitution is one of the most influential and enduring documents in human history, serving for more than two centuries as the foundation of American government and the protector of individual liberty.

Hardly a day goes by without front-page news about governmental actions and debates over whether they are constitutional. The phrase “constitutional crisis” is now frequently used by those concerned about threats to our democracy. To fully understand these current issues, it is essential to have a basic knowledge of what the United States Constitution actually says.

This talk, in recognition of Constitution Day, observed each year on September 17 to commemorate the signing of the Constitution in 1787,&nbsp; provides a brief introduction to the study of the U.S. Constitution, highlighting its history and structure, reviewing several landmark Supreme Court cases interpreting the text, and exploring some of the fundamental rights embedded in this remarkable document.

Speaker Lou Ruprecht has been a practicing lawyer for over 60 years and presently is the senior partner of a trial firm in Westfield, NJ. He was an adjunct law professor for many years and continues to lecture at continuing legal education meetings. He has tried hundreds of jury cases, civil and criminal, and has argued appeals in every level of state and federal courts.&nbsp;

This program is being presented in partnership with the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Rutgers University, which provides continuing education to individuals over 50, who are looking for an opportunity to expand their horizons, learn in an engaging environment, and meet new friends. OLLI-Rutgers offers in-person and Zoom noncredit education that is stimulating, friendly, and informal (no tests or grades).&nbsp;

This lecture is a part of the program-A Taste of OLLI , 1-hour presentations offered to libraries, senior centers and other organizations that allow participants to experience a bit of an OLLI class.

Local Event: Understanding the United States Constitution

Understanding the United States Constitution

The United States Constitution is one of the most influential and enduring documents in human history, serving for more than...

The Livingston Public Library invites the public to the premiere of the Fall 2026 Senior Happening series on Friday, September 18th when the NJ Symphony (NJS) will present “Musical Changemakers.” This string quartet features Black composers from the 18th century through today, including powerful works by Jessie Montgomery, Chevalier de Saint-Georges and Akua Dixon.
The Senior Happening is a monthly series that allows attendees (“Seniors” or otherwise) to socialize during the first part of the program (12 until 12:45 pm) by bringing a bag lunch, while enjoying desserts and coffee served by the Friends of the Library volunteers. The program and entertainment then begins at 1 pm.
Registration is required and may be done in person at the library; by telephone at (973) 992-4600; or online at www.livingstonlibrary.org. Registration begins on August 31st for Livingston and other Essex County residents.
Senior Happening is made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, and administered by the Essex County Division of Cultural and Historic Affairs.

Local Event: Senior Happening: NJS Presents "Musical Changemakers"

Senior Happening: NJS Presents "Musical...

The Livingston Public Library invites the public to the premiere of the Fall 2026 Senior Happening series on Friday, September...

Senior Happening: NJS Presents "Musical Changemakers"

Clear, confident communication is one of the most valuable skills you can develop—opening doors in school, the workplace, and everyday life. Public Speaking 101 blends insights from psychology, performance, and professional experience to help you present yourself at your very best, no matter the audience.
Join TEDx speaker Sarah Zarember for a dynamic, highly interactive one-hour session featuring practical exercises to strengthen intonation, pacing, eye contact, body language, improvisation, and other essential elements of effective public speaking.
Designed for participants ages 12 and up, this program underscores the importance of strong public speaking skills at every stage of life—from the classroom to the boardroom.
Attendees will leave with personalized, actionable strategies to build confidence, enhance their “stage presence”, and communicate with impact.
Sarah Zarember is a professional development coach, TEDx speaker, and founder of Suit Up With Sarah, a career consultancy helping clients elevate their professional brand. She holds a BS in Leadership &amp; Consulting and Marketing and an MBA in Management Information Systems from Binghamton University. With 5+ years of experience across consulting, marketing, IT, actuarial science, and strategy, she specializes in resume development, interview coaching, and public speaking.

This workshop is made possible with the support of The Friends of the Livingston Public Library.&nbsp; Registration is required.&nbsp; To register visit the event calendar at <a href="https://livingstonlibary.org" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">livingstonlibary.org</a>

Local Event: Public Speaking 101

Public Speaking 101

Clear, confident communication is one of the most valuable skills you can develop—opening doors in school, the workplace, and...

Travel through the country, enjoying its history and majestic beauty, via some of America’s finest landscape paintings.&nbsp;

This lecture explores the way in which American landscape painting helped establish a national identity, while also providing commentary on the relationship between nature and humanity.&nbsp;

Marvel at the works of Thomas Cole, Frederic Edwin Church, Albert Bierstadt, and others, as we celebrate our nation’s history and natural beauty.

Mallory Mortillaro is an art historian and educator. As a researcher, she consults for private collectors, museums, and organizations in the New York metropolitan area, with a primary focus on provenance research. Her discoveries in the art world have garnered her international attention. A popular lecturer, she has presented more than 400 art history lectures to audiences around the country. She studied at Drew University and resides in New Jersey.


This program is made possible with the support of The Friends of the Livingston Public Library.

Local Event: From Sea to Shining Sea: A Celebration of American Landscape Painting

From Sea to Shining Sea: A Celebration of...

Travel through the country, enjoying its history and majestic beauty, via some of America’s finest landscape paintings. 

This...

From Sea to Shining Sea: A Celebration of American Landscape Painting

Join us at Livingston Public Library on Thursday, September 24th in the Common Area from 12pm to 1pm for a quick, drop-in afternoon craft! No registration required, just stop by and create a fun and easy craft to take home. In September we will be creating Seashell Trinket Dishes.
Crafts are available while supplies last and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Event is sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library!

Local Event: Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Join us at Livingston Public Library on Thursday, September 24th in the Common Area from 12pm to 1pm for a quick, drop-in...

Do you want to enjoy New Jersey’s spectacular fall scenery from the comfort of your armchair with no driving or travel required?

This virtual program brings the beauty of autumn in the Garden State to life. &nbsp; It highlights favorite fall destinations across New Jersey, where more than 500,000 trees create brilliant foliage from late September through mid-October. Featuring places such as Delaware Water Gap, Hope, Washington Crossing, and charming small towns and unexpected stops along the way, the presentation showcases the state at its wonderful best. The presentation also explores native plants and trees, including the majestic red oak, that add to the state’s breathtaking seasonal beauty.&nbsp;
Presenter Jo Ann Tufo is a historian, writer, lecturer, and performer with more than 30 years of experience. Early in her career, she worked as a historian in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, presenting local history as a tour guide and escort. Jo Ann also teaches in Coastal Carolina University’s OLLI Program. She presents virtually across the United States on topics spanning the Colonial, Civil War, World War I, World War II, and Vietnam eras. Many of her programs highlight women’s significant contributions, and she also incorporates notable travel destinations into her classes and lectures.

This program is being presented virtually over Zoom.&nbsp; Registration is required and the Zoom link will be emailed the day before the event.

It is made possible with the support of The Friends of the Livingston Public Library

Local Event: Falling Into New Jersey

Falling Into New Jersey

Do you want to enjoy New Jersey’s spectacular fall scenery from the comfort of your armchair with no driving or travel...

Wanting to try yoga but feeling intimidated by a traditional class?&nbsp;

Join us for this welcoming standalone Chair Yoga session at the library and get a taste of the many benefits yoga can offer for the body and mind.&nbsp;

Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is done while seated, or using the chair for&nbsp; balance and assistance. In this 45 minute class you will practice seated movement/poses, breathwork and guided relaxation. It is open to all levels. Beginners are very welcome!&nbsp;

This session is led by certified yoga instructor, Pamela Nixon, who has been teaching yoga to all ages, from toddlers to seniors, for 18 years.&nbsp;

This workshop is open to adults 18 and up with registration. Space is limited.&nbsp; To register visit the event calendar at livingstonlibrary.org

This event is made possible with the support of The Friends of the Livingston Public Library.

Local Event: Chair Yoga for Adults

Chair Yoga for Adults

Wanting to try yoga but feeling intimidated by a traditional class? 

Join us for this welcoming standalone Chair Yoga session...

Join us at the Livingston Library on Saturday, September 26th from 2pm-4pm for a special Puzzle Challenge in partnership with the Livingston Taiwanese Association. Celebrate Taiwanese culture and enjoy an afternoon of fun and connection! This is a free, family-friendly community event that introduces participants to Taiwan through a fun and interactive 500-piece Taiwan-themed puzzle competition. Rather than focusing solely on speed, the event is designed to celebrate Taiwanese culture, foster community connections, encourage intergenerational participation, and provide an enjoyable way for people of all backgrounds to learn about Taiwan.
This program is free and open to all (ages 3 and up) but registration is required. Registration begins on Monday, August 31st at 10am. The challenge will be played in teams of 6. Please register 6 people under 1 spot. If you do not have a large enough group, we will try and team you up at the event.

Local Event: Puzzle Challenge

Puzzle Challenge

Join us at the Livingston Library on Saturday, September 26th from 2pm-4pm for a special Puzzle Challenge in partnership with...

This well-illustrated presentation explores the American Revolution in New Jersey from an archaeological perspective.&nbsp; Battlefields and skirmishes, encampments and fortifications, shipwrecks and monuments are all examined. These material traces of a storied period in American history have the potential to rewrite history. Although the last shots were fired over 250 years ago, traces of the American Revolution still surround us and the ideas that motivated the Revolutionary generation continue to echo today.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Presenter Richard Veit is Associate Dean of the Wayne D. McMurray School of Humanities and Social Sciences and Professor of Anthropology at Monmouth University. His research focuses on historical archaeology in the Middle Atlantic region from the late 17 th through 19 th centuries. He has published widely on gravemarkers and commemoration, military sites archaeology, and Native Americans in the Northeast.

He has conducted fieldwork at several significant historic sites including Joseph Bonaparte’s Point Breeze, the Philadelphia Lazaretto, Raritan Landing, Sandy Hook Lighthouse, and Morristown National Historical Park. He has also participated in fieldwork in Puerto Rico, India, Ireland, and Jamaica. He is the author of numerous peer-reviewed articles and reviews and seven scholarly books. Two of his books, Digging New Jersey’s Past and New Jersey: A History of the Garden State are listed on the New Jersey State library’s 101 Great New Jersey books list. He is President Elect of the Society for Historical Archaeology, Chair of the Council for Northeast Historical Archaeology, and serves as a gubernatorial appointee to the New Jersey Historical Commission. His research has been featured in PBS documentaries, on NPR’s academic minute, and in Archaeology Magazine and he has been a TED speaker.

This program is made possible with the support of The Friends of the Livingston Public Library.

Local Event: Revolutionary New Jersey Unearthed: An Archaeologist Explores the American Revolution

Revolutionary New Jersey Unearthed: An...

This well-illustrated presentation explores the American Revolution in New Jersey from an archaeological perspective. ...

Revolutionary New Jersey Unearthed: An Archaeologist Explores the American Revolution

Learn the simple but not simplistic ingredients of a great conversation and memorable storytelling, from famous and historical figures to the Ted Talkers among us. Having meaningful conversations is easier than you may think when following a basic recipe.&nbsp;

This multi-media 90-minute session jumps right into what makes "meaningful" conversation "meaningful", with notable communicators from history and the arts - adept storytellers and wordsmiths - who used brevity, metaphor and analogy to inspire.&nbsp;

Learn how to dig deep to personally storytell when relevant, drawing from the different types of stories: Origin Stories (Howard Shultz/Starbucks); Overcoming Overwhelming Odds Stories (JK Rowling/Harry Potter); Rags to Riches and Triumph over Tragedy Stories (Alexander Hamilton &amp; Lin Manuel Miranda's Hamilton adaptation), etc. Engaging content from Carmine Gallo's The Storyteller's Secret plus a lively TED Talk from an influential journalist on the ingredients of a meaningful conversation will be part of this program.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Presenter Annette DeCicco is an educator who has taken her knowledge 'on the road' to community centers and to lifelong learning centers at Rutgers and Fairleigh Dickinson Universities. She is an Essex County 'local', lifelong resident of West Orange, with an MA, Education from Seton Hall. She taught at Essex County College, Newark, later transitioned to real estate as managing broker at a firm in Livingston where currently she is director of learning. She is also a contributing writer for Inman News, a national real estate publication.&nbsp;

Local Event: The Art and History of Meaningful Conversation and Irresistible Storytelling

The Art and History of Meaningful Conversation...

Learn the simple but not simplistic ingredients of a great conversation and memorable storytelling, from famous and historical...

The Art and History of Meaningful Conversation and Irresistible Storytelling

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Join Epiphany &amp; Christ Church for an entertaining afternoon of live jazz&nbsp;on Saturday, September 12, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM&nbsp;at the Diocesan Center. Enjoy talented young adult vocalists and musicians performing a wonderful seasonal showcase. Tickets are available now. Call the office of Church of the Epiphany and Christ Church for tickets at&nbsp;<a href="tel:973-629-7715">973-629-7715</a>. Event Details
<ul><li>Date:&nbsp;Saturday, September 12</li><li>Time:&nbsp;4:00 PM - 6:00 PM</li><li>Feature:&nbsp;Live jazz by hound adult vocalists and musicians</li><li>Price:&nbsp;$30.00</li><li>Live Performances:&nbsp;Hear fresh arrangements of classic jazz standards.</li><li>Community Vibe:&nbsp;Connect with neighbors and local families.</li><li>Refreshments:&nbsp;Enjoy light snacks and drinks during a short break.</li></ul>

Local Event: Harmony in the House - Live Jazz

Harmony in the House - Live Jazz

 Join Epiphany & Christ Church for an entertaining afternoon of live jazz on Saturday, September 12, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at...

An Essex County home inspector has built a free website that lets anyone look up the public records behind a New Jersey property &mdash; building permits, flood zones, fire history, property taxes, and more &mdash; by typing in an address.
The site, Permit &amp; Parcel (oprasearch.app), covers all 564 New Jersey municipalities and pulls only from official sources: state and county databases, FEMA flood maps, and the towns' own municipal codes. There's no account, no email capture, and no cost.
"I kept watching buyers fall in love with a house before anyone checked the paper trail &mdash; the open permits, the flood zone, what the town actually requires when a home changes hands," said Leo Betancor, a Certified Master Inspector based in Cedar Grove and the founder of the site. "All of that is public record. It just wasn't in one place anyone could actually use."
Alongside the main lookup, the site includes free single-purpose tools: a lead-safe inspection lookup showing which of the two state-required inspection methods each town uses under New Jersey's lead paint law, a searchable directory of every DCA-certified lead evaluation and abatement contractor sorted by distance, a fire-incident map built from more than 40 years of state fire records, and a radon map covering every municipality.
A companion site, njflood.zone, gives instant FEMA flood-zone answers for any New Jersey address &mdash; built after the federal government shutdown left FEMA's own map site unreliable &mdash; running on the site's own servers with the complete flood map data for the state loaded locally.
The project was recently featured in <a href="https://www.tapinto.net/towns/east-hanover-slash-florham-park/columns/at-home-with-holly/articles/deep-dive-conversations-what-the-house-won-t-tell-you" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">TAPinto</a>'s "At Home with Holly" column. Both sites are free at <a href="https://oprasearch.app" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">oprasearch.app</a> and <a href="https://njflood.zone" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">njflood.zone</a>.

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Making Space for What Matters Now

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The Price of Treason: Benedict Arnold, Major André, and the Plot to Surrender West Point

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7:00 PM

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The Basics of Medicare and What NJ Residents Need to Know

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Inside the FDA: How Your Medicine Gets Made

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Thrilling Tales Book Club: The Mother-in-Law by Sally Hepworth

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11:00 AM

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Understanding the United States Constitution

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Senior Happening: NJS Presents "Musical Changemakers"

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Public Speaking 101

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11:00 AM

Livingston Public Library, 10 Robert H Harp Dr, Livingston, NJ

From Sea to Shining Sea: A Celebration of American Landscape Painting

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Crafternoon

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12:00 PM

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Falling Into New Jersey