Glen Ridge Town Talk - Autumn 2011



*The official newsletter for the residents of Glen Ridge, New Jersey*

In This Issue

Ask What Your Town Can Do For You

Message from the Mayor

Leaf Disposal Information

Fall/Winter Recreation Programs

Glen Ridge Board of Health Helps You Fight the Flu

Glen Ridge Calendars

Upcoming Events from the Glen Ridge Public Library

Museum Pass Program Expands and Reservations Go Online

New Services at the Library

Neighbor to Neighbor Network

Activities For Seniors

Borough Council Forms New Shade Tree Commission

Recycling Makes Dollars And Sense!

Commercial Landscaper Registration Information

Student Recycling Crusaders On Film

Monthly Electronic Recycling & Freecycling

Glen Ridge Public Works Crew Is Ready For Winter

Upcoming Events from the Glen Ridge Public Library

The Glen Ridge Gala
Saturday, January 28, 2012
7:00 pm at the Glen Ridge Country Club

2012 will mark the 100th anniversary of the Glen Ridge Public Library. In celebration, the Library's year long goal will be to raise the funds necessary to preserve Glen Ridge history through the digitization of the Library's local history collection.

The Glen Ridge Public Library houses over 100 years of Glen Ridge history including newspapers, yearbooks, photos, maps, and city directories.

Please join us and support this endeavor. For more information, visit our Centennial Celebration website at www.grpl100.org.

Christmas with the First Ladies
Sunday, November 20 at 3:00 pm*

Join us for a special program presented by the Friends of the Glen Ridge Library and White House Christmas decorator and local resident Coleen Christian Burke.

In 2008, Coleen was selected to be part of the highly esteemed team that prepared the White House for the Christmas holidays.

Hear about her experience in the White House and from her recently published book, "Christmas with the First Ladies," where she discusses how each First Lady since Jackie Kennedy has put their personal touch to each holiday season.

The book features historical photos of First Families celebrating the holidays and includes recipes and crafts. Refreshments will be served.

*The Library will be open for this program only and no additional services will be available. (Doors open at 2:45pm)

Museum Pass Program Expands and Reservations Go Online

Five more museums have been added to the very popular Museum Pass Program at the Glen Ridge Library.

Starting November 7, Glen Ridge Library Card holders are able to borrow family museum membership passes which provide free admission to"

The American Museum of Natural History
Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
Children's Museum of Manhattan
Museum of the City of New York
The Frick Collection
Morris Museum
The Guggenheim

In addition on November 7, our reservation system went online. Patrons are now able to check museum pass availability and reserve the passes directly on our website at www.glenridgelibrary.org. Patrons will also receive e-mail reminders to pick up passes and much more.

The Museum Pass Program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Ridge Library.

New Services at the Library

New for Check Out: Flip Mino HD Video Cameras
These super convenient camcorders give you 60 minutes of HD recording power. Great for students and professionals who need to make recorded presentations or for anyone going on vacation.

There are 2 available for circulation with a 7 day loan, no renewals. Ask for them at the Front Desk.

Document Lamination
Did you know we offer laminating as a service at the Library? We will quickly laminate your important documents, ID cards, photos, etc. that need permanent protection. (Business Card $.50, 8.5"x11" Sheet $1.00)

For information on all Library services, upcoming events and programs for adults and children visit www.glenridgelibrary.org and find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/glenridgelibrary.


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