The Main Library is located at 1980 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083. For additional information call 908-851-5450, or find us on the web at www.uplnj.org
The Union Public Library has exciting events planned for adults during the month of August 2017 at both the Main Library (MN) and Vauxhall Branch (VH).
The library never closes! With your Union Public Library card you can access our 24/7 Digital Library. Download e-books and e-audiobooks, movies and t.v., digital magazines, and music concerts. Visit our webpage at www.uplnj.org and click on the 24/7 Digital Library tab, to see all that we have to offer.
The library now has a Career Coach in our Mobile Job Search Lab to provide job-search and career navigation assistance to community members. During lab hours, the Career Coach will be available to:
Assist job seekers in using the NJ Career Connections digital platform website
Provide career guidance and job search assistance
distribute useful tools and valuable job search information
Offer resume writing assistance and job interview preparation
Conduct monthly Jersey Job club Presentations
Refer patrons to local One Stop Career Centers for further assistance outside the scope of library offerings.
Check in with a librarian to learn more about this initiative and computer lab hours at both the Main Library and Vauxhall Branch.
MOVIES FOR ADULTS: TUESDAYS AT TWO
August 8, 15 and 22
Join us Tuesdays at 2pm for free movies. The theme for May is Movie Potpourri. Doors open at 1:50pm and elevator access is available. Please call the Library for specific titles and more information at (908)-851-5450.
SHOPRITE OF UNION PRESENTS: Summer Salads
Monday, August 7 at 7pm
Join Justine from Shoprite of Union to learn about delicious summer produce. Recipes and samples available.
SEARCH FOR YOUR UNCLAIMED PROPERTY
Wednesday, August 9 at 3pm
Is the State of NJ holding your financial assets? Stop by to quickly find out if you have any unclaimed property.
TECH SUPPORT
Thursday, August 10 from 11am-1pm
Monday, August 14 from 1-3pm
Having trouble using your iPad or other device? Bring your own device and our tech savvy teens will give you the hands on support that you need. Sign up required.
LUNCHTIME MEDITATION
Thursday August 10, 17, 24 and 31 from 11:30am to 12:30pm
Together, we will embark on a journey into understanding our own selves. We will learn to de-stress, relax, and explore the workings of our minds. No experience necessary.
QUELLO MUSIC CONCERTS
Thursday, August 10 at 1pm
Introducing Quello Concerts the only place to watch over 1700 of the most amazing moments in music. This month’s feature is Judy, Frank & Dean (Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, and Dean Martin).
WRAPPED IN LOVE KNITTING GROUP
Monday, August 14 from 6:30-8pm
Love to knit or crochet? Always wanted to learn how? Join our monthly group from the NJ sharing Network. Bring your own material or we can get you started.
BOARD GAMES FOR ADULTS
Wednesday, August 16 at 4pm
Games are not just for kids. Join us in the library for some good old fashioned fun.
INTERNATIONAL FILM
Thursday, August 24 at 2pm
Join us monthly for a new foreign film. Please call the library for the exact title.
SENIOR RESOURCE CONNECTION: UNION COUNTY’S MOBILE AGING SERVICE KIOSK (ASK)
Tuesday, August 29 from 12-2pm
Union County’s new mobile Aging Service Kiosk (ASK) will host free information events at the library on a monthly basis. The events are designed to provide residents with a convenient, friendly way to find out about services for the aging, and for their families and caregivers. ASK is staffed by professionals with the Division on Aging and Disability Resource Connection of the Union County Department of Human Services. They will provide information and guidance on home delivered meals, respite care, home care, adult day care and other services.
