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Main Library (Construction Closing)
  • The Main Library will be closed on Wednesday, 11-19-08 beginning at 4:00 p.m.
  • The Main Library will also be closed on Thursday 11-20-08 due to ongoing construction.
  • The Main Library will reopen at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, November 21st
  • We apologize for any inconvenience.
  • The Vauxhall Branch will remain open during this time.
  • NOTICE TO OUR LIBRARY PATRONS
  • Due to construction at the Main Library there will be interruptions to library service during the months of November and December. For the safety of its patrons and staff, the Main Library may have to close parts or all of the building during this period.
  • We are sorry for any inconvenience this will cause. This upgrade to our electrical and air-conditioning systems will make the library building more comfortable for our patrons in the future.
  • SCORE BUSINESS PROGRAMS THIS FALL
  • SCORE, sponsored by the Small Business Association and run by retired executives, has scheduled their most popular programs here this Fall. These programs are FREE. Please call the UPL Reference Dept. at 908.851.5450, ext. 2 to register. The next program is:
  • HOW TO WRITE A DYNAMITE BUSINESS PLAN, Thursday, December 4th, 7 p.m.
  • INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL FALL 2008
  • Show-times are 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on the performance date. All films are subtitled in English. Admission is FREE! Light refreshments.
  • 2 DAYS IN PARIS [2007]. French/English. Comedy. 96 minutes. Tuesday, November 18, 2008.
  • THE LIVES OF OTHERS [2006]. German. Drama. 137 minutes. Tuesday, December 9, 2008.
  • CHILDREN'S DEPARTMENT
  • The Children's Department of the Main Library has scheduled its Fall programs for the months of November 2008. Please stop by and pick up a Calendar/Brochure or check out our Webpage. Click on the Kids page button for more information.
  • HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
  • November 3rd, 17th & 24th (Bedtime Storytime 7:00pm)
  • November 4th(Arthur the Aardvark Birthday Party 11:00am)
  • November 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th (Preschool Storytime 10:30am)
  • November 6th, (Dog Storytime & Craft Program 11:00am)
  • November 7th (Color & Shape Bingo 11:00am)
  • November 7th (Book Bingo 2:00pm)
  • November 8th (Saturday Storytime & Craft Program 11:00am)
  • November 13th & 20th (Toddler Time 10:30am)
  • Novermber 22nd (Bicentennial Celebration to showcase the wonderful ethnic Diversity of the Township Of Union) "Dance, Dance, Dance" A performace of dances from around the world by ENCORE Performances 11:00am
  • UPL BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP FOR ADULTS
  • The UPL Book Discussion Group has made its book selections for the Fall '08 season. All who read the book are invited. For help in obtaining copies of a book, please call the Reference Dept. at 908.851.5450, ext. 2.
  • No December 2008 meeting.
  • EVENTS AT VAUXHALL BRANCH LIBRARY
  • The Vauxhall Branch Library has scheduled its programs for November & December 2008. Please stop by at the Branch Library or the Union Library, to get a calendar/flyers or check out Vauxhall Library webpage. Click on Vauxhall Programs for more information.
  • Club Teen:"Checkers Tournament"- Bring a friend! (Sat.) Nov. 22, 2008 2-4 p.m.
  • Pre-K Thanksgiving Stories & Craft/ Please sign up! (Tues.) Nov. 18, 2008 11:00 a.m.
  • After School Movie:"Kung Fu Panda" Rated PG 3:15-4:45 p.m. Nov. 20, 2008
  • Free Diabetes Educational Program: Dec. 1, 2008-5:30-8 p.m. Snack/Discussion/Q&A-Please Sign Up!
  • Winterfest Music Program- All Ages Welcome! Dec. 6, 2008-Please Sign Up!- 11:00-11:45 a.m.
  • Club Teen Etiquette Program: Grades 6-12/ Dec. 6, 2008-Please Sign Up!-2:00-3:30 p.m.
  • LES MALAMUT ART GALLERY PRESENTS...
  • "The gallery is open during regular library hours and is handicapped accessible. The exhibit is free and open to the public.
  • Union Township: Landmarks Past & Present, Monday, November 12, 2008 through Wednesday, December 6, 2008. Reception: Saturday, November 22, 2008, 1--3 p.m.
  • Joe Hulson. Oil Painting. Wednesday, December 10th -- early January 2009.
  • HOW TO MANAGE YOUR UNION PUBLIC LIBRARY ACCOUNT
  • Placing “Holds” and “Renewals” Click Enter your 14-digit Library Card number & your PIN. The “PIN” will be the last 4 digits of your phone number. You will have the opportunity to change your PIN after logging on. Click The “Patron Information” screen will appear. The “Patron Information Screen” will provide: your name, patron ID, address, phone number, email address, patron card expiration date, and links for changing either your PIN or your email address. Some materials are not renewable. You may RENEW renewable items by scrolling to the bottom of the page where you will see: RENEW CHECKED ITEMS To place a book on HOLD, go to the library catalog. Enter a book title in the “title field”. Bring up the catalog page of that book. If it is “checked-out”, place a checkmark in the circle beside the item(s) that you wish to place on HOLD. Then, click the PLACE HOLD REQUEST button. A template will appear that asks you to enter your patron ID (14-digit library card number), your PIN and the library branch where you want to pick-up item. After entering the required information, click SUBMIT REQUEST. The HOLD will register on your “Patron Information” page.
  • DELIVERY SERVICES TO HOME-BOUND UNION RESIDENTS
  • Do you know someone who is unable to visit the library due to a physical disability or other health-related condition? The library is developing a service to aid residents who love books and reading but are unable to get to the library on their own. To find out more about this service and eligibility or if you would like to volunteer to help with the program, please contact Dottie Ji, Reference Dept, at 908.851.5450, ext. 2.
  • Bicentennial Bags
  • Union Public Library is now selling Bicentennial Bags, the cost is $7.00 a bag. The bags are being sold in the Adult Circulation Department, Children's Department and Vauxhall Branch Library for your convenience. Stop in to pick one up.
  • LIBRARY PATRONS MAY PLACE MATERIALS ON HOLD
  • You may now place "holds" (reserves) on books yourself, renew materials and/or change your PIN from the library as well as from your home computer. Look for the "PLACE HOLD" link by the book title of your choice that is currently checked-out, then follow the directions. Note: You may not place "Holds" on media, such as videos and DVDs.

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