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SUMMARY:Sand\, Sweaters & Stories - Fall 2025 Beach Reader's Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”10967″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=””] \nSaturday\, October 25\, 2025 \n12 Noon – 4 PM \nTaylor Pavilion \n500 Ocean Ave.\, Belmar\, NJ  \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=””] \n40 Local Jersey Shore Based Authors showcasing their books \nFICTION               NON-FICTION \nADULTS         YOUNG ADULTS         CHILDREN \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”13541″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ icons_position=”left”][vc_single_image image=”19228″ img_size=”large” alignment=”center” css=””][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/sand-sweaters-stories-fall-2025-beach-readers-book-fair/
LOCATION:Taylor Pavilion\, 500 Ocean Ave.\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime
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SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with Patrick Amoresano
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″ icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″ icons_position=”left”][vc_empty_space alter_height=”large” hide_on_wide=”” hide_on_desktop=”” hide_on_notebook=”” hide_on_tablet=”” hide_on_mobile=””][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1758473618057{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;}”] \n\n\nJoin us for a special presentation by Belmar resident and author Patrick Amoresano as he discusses his book “The Forgotten Father of Notre Dame Football.” This fascinating work uncovers the story of Patrick Connors\, a young Irish orphan whose contributions to Notre Dame helped establish the foundation for the university’s storied football program. \nAmoresano’s book traces Notre Dame football from its earliest beginnings through to recent triumphs\, including the 2024-25 season. and features historical images and interactive QR codes that link to relevant websites and videos for an interactive learning experience. \nThis event offers a unique opportunity to meet a local author and learn about a unique piece of sports history. A Q&A session will follow the presentation\, and books will be available for purchase and signing. \nFree and open to the public! \n\n  \n\nABOUT THE AUTHOR \n\n\n\n\nPatrick Amoresano is a retired trial attorney residing in Belmar\, New Jersey. His father introduced him to Notre Dame football when he was 13 yrs. old. Though Pat did not attend Notre Dame\, by the grace of God he was blessed to witness two of his kids earn undergraduate degrees there. So he’s a proud Double-Domer dad\, and a dedicated member of the “subway alumni.” \nIn addition to The Forgotten Father of Notre Dame Football\, Pat has published two other books under the pen name Patrick Xavier: From Which We Stem – a fast-paced fictional work of legal-medical suspense; and We Were the Fighting Irish: Will Notre Dame Reclaim the Glory of Her Name?\, a non-fiction work of cultural history. Search “Patrick Xavier” on Amazon to find these books. \n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″ icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/2025-authortime-with-patrick-amoresano/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime,Senior Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T180000
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SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with Anthony P. Mauro\, Sr
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”violet” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FZsmKNXc7fqjfjn816|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1747927755448{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \n\nJoin us for a moving and deeply personal presentation by author Anthony P. Mauro Sr. as he shares the story behind his powerful memoir\, Caring for Carol by Caring for Me. This heartfelt book chronicles Anthony’s journey as the primary caregiver for his wife\, Carol\, who was diagnosed with Frontotemporal Degeneration (FTD)—a rare and devastating form of dementia.\n\nIn this talk\, Anthony explores not only the challenges of loving someone with dementia but also the emotional toll of witnessing them gradually slip away. He shares the transformative role mindfulness and compassion played in helping him cope. Drawing from personal experiences with anxiety\, depression\, and panic disorder\, Anthony reveals how those struggles unexpectedly prepared him to face grief and build emotional resilience\, ultimately leading to rediscovered joy. \nAttendees will gain insights into dementia and a practical meditation approach that helped the author reframe his pain and find peace. Through storytelling\, reflection\, and selected readings from his book\, this presentation offers inspiration and hope to anyone facing illness\, caregiving\, or emotional hardship. \nBooks will be available for purchase and signing. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) to support research and caregiver resources. \n\n  \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \n\n\n\n\nANTHONY P. MAURO SR. works out of his home near the picturesque horse farms of Colts Neck\, New Jersey. He is an accomplished writer\, author\, humorist\, businessperson\, and entrepreneur born and raised in the charming town of Monmouth Beach\, located on the iconic “Jersey Shore.” He does his best writing in the solitude or his tiny home office. \nAnthony is widely acclaimed for his advocacy of environmental stewardship.  His influential writings have guided and educated state legislators on the essential principles of natural resource conservation confirming his reputation as a respected author. Chris Christie\, former Governor of New Jersey\, appointed him to his Department of Environmental Protection gubernatorial transition team. \nAnthony’s diverse background also includes a short career as a singer and songwriter with hits that charted in the top ten in secondary radio music markets. He received his MBA from Monmouth College. \n  \n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”violet” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FZsmKNXc7fqjfjn816|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-anthony-p-mauro-sr/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime,Senior Programs
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SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with Gina Economopoulos
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text] \nAUTHORTIME with \nGINA ECONOMOPOULOS \nSaturday\, April 12\, 2025 \n12 Noon \nLower Level Tarzian Media Room \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”purple” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FxrhzAp4ZcAPP4wDm7|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1741129619303{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \n\n\n\n\nFrom bartending to the nunnery and back again. \nEmbark on a transformative journey with Shake The Dust Off Your Feet and Walk\, a stirring memoir tracing Gina Economopoulos’s path from despair to redemption. From her humble beginning as a bartender to the sacred halls of the convent and through the trials of tumultuous relationships and alcoholism\, she grapples with loss\, grief\, and the pursuit of self-discovery. With honesty\, she invites readers to witness her quest to reclaim her life amidst chaos. \n\n\n\n\nAs the author navigates the labyrinth of her own emotions\, readers are drawn into the landscape of her struggles. From the agonizing decision to leave the convent behind to the numbing embrace of alcoholism\, every step of her journey is fraught with uncertainty and pain. Yet\, through sheer resilience and unwavering determination\, she begins the arduous process of healing\, learning to let go of the past and forge new connections in the present. \nHer unwavering faith serves as a guiding light through the darkest of nights\, illuminating a path toward self-acceptance and forgiveness. Through her words\, she offers a profound insight into the human condition\, reminding readers of the power of resilience and the transformative nature of love. \nShake The Dust Off Your Feet and Walk is more than just a memoir—it is a testament to the power of the human spirit to find healing in faith\, time\, and self-discovery. By the journey’s end\, readers are left with a profound sense of admiration for Gina’s courage and perseverance. Her story serves as a reminder that no matter how daunting the road ahead may seem\, there is always hope waiting to be discovered in the most unlikely of places. \nJoin the author on a journey of self-discovery and redemption in Shake The Dust Off Your Feet and Walk. Let her words inspire you to confront your own struggles with grace and resilience and emerge stronger on the other side. This memoir is a testament to the enduring power of faith to rise above adversity and find peace amidst the chaos. \n  \n\n\nABOUT THE AUTHOR \n\n\n\n\nBorn and raised in the vibrant community of Syosset\, New York\, Gina Economopoulos emerged as the seventh child in a family of eight whose roots were deeply intertwined in an Italian and Greek-loving family. She grew up in a Catholic traditional upbringing with unconditional love from her parents. \nDespite facing numerous surgeries from a young age\, each shaped her into the resilient individual she is today. With a degree in social science from Eastern CT State University\, she ventured to Harrisburg in 1989\, where she seamlessly blended her social work background with bartending\, embodying the essence of hospitality. \nFollowing the loss of her mother to cancer in 1992\, she embarked on a spiritual journey that led her to the convent for twelve years before caring for adults with disabilities. Settling on the tranquil shores of the Jersey Shore in 2010\, she encountered love and loss\, finding solace in sobriety through Alcoholics Anonymous. \nToday\, as an End of Life Doula\, she extends her compassionate heart to those in their final chapter\, grounded in faith and guided by the wisdom of the scriptures. She is also very much involved in the rooms of AA in service and reaching out to other alcoholics. Whether enjoying simple pleasures like playing golf\, shooting pool\, traveling\, or going to the beach\, she navigates life’s journey with gratitude and grace\, forever grateful for the blessings that adorn her path. \nLearn more about Gina on her website: www.GinaEcon.com \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”purple” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FxrhzAp4ZcAPP4wDm7|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-gina-economopoulos/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T110000
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SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with Jessica Fox
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FjdDxtVtYhUnLEoT16|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nSaturday\, November 23\, 2024  11 AM \nLower Level Tarzian Media Room \nBelmar Public Library \n  \nColette Winter is living the life she always planned. At twenty-five years old\, she’s married to her college sweetheart\, living in a cozy home steps from the sea in her idyllic Jersey Shore hometown\, and raising her one-year-old son as a stay-at-home mom. But instead of feeling happy\, she’s struggling\, big time—and her carefree friends\, increasingly distant husband\, and aging parents just don’t get it. \nEnter Sophie Charlotte\, the perky playground mom living a seemingly picture-perfect life\, who introduces Colette to Inspired Earth: an essential oil multi-level marketing company that promises to solve all of Colette’s problems. Before Colette can say Divine Eucalyptus\, her finances\, relationships\, and sense of self plunge into a wild tailspin. Will Colette find her way out before she loses everything she’s worked so hard for? \n“Hilarious\, touching\, and totally engaging!” Fern Ronay\, author of Better Believe It and Better in the Morning \nAbout The Author:\nJessica Fox earned her MFA in Creative Writing  Fiction from The New School in 2010. She founded and published the independent literary magazine Killing the Angel from 2012 to 2016. Find her on Instagram @BradleyBeachLove. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FjdDxtVtYhUnLEoT16|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-jessica-fox/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T190000
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SUMMARY:Fall 2024 Beach Reader's Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1728332657752{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \n\n2024 Fall Beach Reader’s Book Fair\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Belmar Public Library is excited to present the 2024 Fall Beach Reader’s Book Fair\, a two day event featuring Local Jersey Shore Based Authors featuring their books to the public! \nAuthors who have published titles either with an established publisher or self published AND who are based in the Jersey Shore Region will be available for you to meet and engage with in this unique event solely for local Jersey Shore based Authors. \nThere will be TWO Book Fairs: \nThe Adult Book Fair is scheduled for Saturday\, October 12\, 2024\, beginning at 1 pm through 5 pm. \nThe Children’s and Young Adults Book fair is Scheduled for Tuesday\, October 29\, 2024\, beginning at 3 pm – 7 pm. \nBoth events will be at Taylor Pavilion\, 500 Ocean Ave.\, Belmar. \nMeet and engage with up to 30 different Local Jersey Shore Region Based Authors as they make their books available for you to acquire for yourself. \nWhether it’s fiction or non-fiction\, adults or children\, local authors have a lot to offer in quality story telling\, information\, inspiration\, business and professional development\, and many other genres of book topics. \nFREE ADMISSION             FREE PARKING \nMEET THE AUTHORS HERE: \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”CLICK HERE TO MEET THE AUTHORS AND THEIR BOOKS” color=”chino” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbelmarlibrary.org%2Fservices%2F2024-fall-beach-readers-book-fair%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/fall-2024-beach-readers-book-fair-adult-level/2024-10-29/
LOCATION:Taylor Pavilion\, 500 Ocean Ave.\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime,Cultural and Special events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T110000
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SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with Dr. Paul Wichansky
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”primary” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FwJKSKi4tg5n1BLmw5|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1728521327009{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \nAUTHORTIME with \nDr. Paul Wichansky \n  \nSaturday\, October 19\, 2024  11 AM \nLower Level Tarzian Media Room \n  \nAn uplifting memoir of a former special needs child who has faced incredible adversity and became a leading motivational speaker and disability advocate.  Dr. Paul shares stories that have enabled him to triumph over cerebral palsy and hearing loss\, achieving beyond what others believed he could do.  His experiences reflect a set of ideals on a journey of self-discovery that can help readers find the courage and confidence to accept and navigate life’s challenges. \nREADERS: For parents and educators of special needs kids as well as teens and young adults. This is an uplifting memoir from a leading motivational speaker and disability advocate whose story can inspire us to dream\, achieve\, and succeed. \nHave you wondered why dreams seem to be running away from you and into the arms of someone else? When an illness\, injury\, disability\, divorce\, or other traumatic experience forces us to re-evaluate our future as we walk an uncertain path\, we often find ourselves asking\, “Why me?” How do we overcome the darkness and feelings of fear\, doubt\, and anxiety? \nEach chapter focuses on a principle of self-improvement\, such as self-love\, a positive attitude\, support group\, self-esteem\, perseverance\, resilience\, and empathy\, which he embeds in captivating anecdotes. For instance\, the chapter on positive attitude recalls moments of optimism and laughter that have helped him reject the effects of his disabilities by developing complete confidence in his abilities. Though written from a first-person point-of-view\, he switches to the second-person narrative near the end of each chapter to offer readers strategies to adopt that same guiding principle into their lives. \n  \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \nPaul Wichansky has cerebral palsy and a hearing loss. Conquering these challenges to lead a confident\, productive life\, he shows\, by example\, how we can transform obstacles into opportunities for growth. His disabilities have not only inspired him to rise above tremendous adversity\, but also achieve beyond what others believed he could do. \nA master storyteller who shares anecdotes that combine character\, optimism\, and heart\, he shows his readers\, by example\, how to face adversity and become Heroes. Only then can we also become the epic version of ourselves. \nLet this book be a worthy addition to your home library. For shining your light is spreading your love. \n [/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”primary” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FwJKSKi4tg5n1BLmw5|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-dr-paul-wichansky/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T055556
CREATED:20241007T202543Z
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SUMMARY:Fall 2024 Beach Reader's Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1728332657752{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \n\n2024 Fall Beach Reader’s Book Fair\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Belmar Public Library is excited to present the 2024 Fall Beach Reader’s Book Fair\, a two day event featuring Local Jersey Shore Based Authors featuring their books to the public! \nAuthors who have published titles either with an established publisher or self published AND who are based in the Jersey Shore Region will be available for you to meet and engage with in this unique event solely for local Jersey Shore based Authors. \nThere will be TWO Book Fairs: \nThe Adult Book Fair is scheduled for Saturday\, October 12\, 2024\, beginning at 1 pm through 5 pm. \nThe Children’s and Young Adults Book fair is Scheduled for Tuesday\, October 29\, 2024\, beginning at 3 pm – 7 pm. \nBoth events will be at Taylor Pavilion\, 500 Ocean Ave.\, Belmar. \nMeet and engage with up to 30 different Local Jersey Shore Region Based Authors as they make their books available for you to acquire for yourself. \nWhether it’s fiction or non-fiction\, adults or children\, local authors have a lot to offer in quality story telling\, information\, inspiration\, business and professional development\, and many other genres of book topics. \nFREE ADMISSION             FREE PARKING \nMEET THE AUTHORS HERE: \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”CLICK HERE TO MEET THE AUTHORS AND THEIR BOOKS” color=”chino” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbelmarlibrary.org%2Fservices%2F2024-fall-beach-readers-book-fair%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/fall-2024-beach-readers-book-fair-adult-level/2024-10-12/
LOCATION:Taylor Pavilion\, 500 Ocean Ave.\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime,Cultural and Special events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T120000
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SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with Richard Kirk
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/zsl95kyr_fY” el_width=”70″ align=”center”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”sky” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FmtQxHB4mTB7Cp6iY7|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1726165183759{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \nAUTHORTIME with Richard Kirk \nTIMMY’S WISH \nLessons From Heaven \nA Young Boy’s Powerful Declaration of His Faith and Purpose in Life \n  \n\nAs a response to a school writing prompt\, Timmy professes his desire to become a beacon of faith for those who will follow him. Several months after writing his “Wish” Timmy is diagnosed with a brain tumor\, sending him on a journey through the ravages of pediatric cancer surgery and treatment while he continues to live out his life’s purpose. Timmy’s Wish is told through the lens of his older brother\, who chronicles Timmy’s amazing life and their relationship with each other and their family as they battle this disease together. The family must now deal with the realities of life\, death\, grief\, and resilience while also battling challenges to their faith\, as prayer has failed to bring them the answers they seek. \nIn recognition of the many families and individuals who are faced with similar challenges\, the book offers resources for family care services and options for handling the grief that inevitably comes with this traumatic experience. Timmy’s Wish is the moving true story of how one life and one wish inspire Timmy’s brother\, his family\, and a community—and continue to do so through his lessons from heaven. \n\n  \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \n\n\n\n\nRichard Kirk is a retired educator. After serving nearly forty years as a teacher\, coach\, and school administra-tor. he has returned to the classroom and currently serves as an Adiunct Professor of Education at Brook-dale Community College in New Jersey. He also coaches high school basketball. Richard is married to Cynthia\, herself a first-grade teacher. They have two daughters\, Sarah and Shannon. They live in Spring Lake Heights\, New Jersey. \n\n  \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”sky” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FmtQxHB4mTB7Cp6iY7|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-richard-kirk/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T055556
CREATED:20240823T205845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T221250Z
UID:10004278-1726311600-1726315200@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with John O'Rourke
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”green” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2F37h3Hg137vN9y4H16|target:_blank”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/j7xVAtAjquQ” el_width=”70″ align=”center”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/LviUqhICmWA” el_width=”70″ align=”center”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1724446715610{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \nAUTHORTIME \nwith John O’Rourke \nLIVE TILL I DIE  \n An August Nolan Novel \n  \nSaturday\, September 14\, 2024  11 AM \nLower Level Tarzian Media Room \n  \n\nLive Till I Die introduces August Nolan\, a tough yet soft-spoken New Jersey ex-state cop turned PI who when not working a case is often found nursing a Jack Daniels at Amanda’s\, his favorite Hoboken watering hole. Nolan’s latest assignment\, which he’s juggling with a couple of cheating spouse cases\, is to investigate Hoboken’s charismatic young mayor\, suspected of graft in a lucrative construction contract scheme. \nAs Nolan digs in\, he connects the mayor to a major smuggling operation and a suspicious car accident the night an attractive campaign worker went missing. The PI’s persistence quickly draws the ire of a crime syndicate as well as from some in law enforcement\, and trouble follows. A live-and-let-live attitude won’t stop Nolan from unleashing his formidable fighting skills when a young protégé and his family become targets. \nLive Till I Die features a strong cast of characters\, colorful Hoboken background\, romantic tension and action scenes that keep the pages turning. Investigative technique and bartender’s wisdom are freely dispensed. This is detective fiction in the vein of Robert B. Parker’s “Jesse Stone” and “Spenser” novels\, but with an arguably harder edge. The sequel\, I LIVE YOU DIE is set for release in the fall of 2024. \n\n  \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \n\n\n\n\nJohn E. O’Rourke is the author of “The Jersey Shore Thrill Killer: Richard Biegenwald” and “Mystery\, Millions & Murder: The Tragic Kidnapping and Killing of Exxon’s Sidney Reso.” He brings a breadth of experience to his writing and research as a retired NJ Trooper\, security consultant\, and private investigator. His expertise in security is underscored by his contributions to several esteemed books on security published by Butterworth-Heinemann. His latest book\, LIVE TILL I DIE\, is his first fiction novel and is published by Pacific Sinclair and will be released on August 28\, 2024. Memberships: Mystery Writers of America\, Sisters in Crime\, ASIS International and the New Jersey Honor Legion. \n  \n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”green” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2F37h3Hg137vN9y4H16|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-john-orourke/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T055556
CREATED:20240523T200707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T201403Z
UID:10004271-1723287600-1723291200@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with David Hamilton Golland
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND” color=”black” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FFaVA1kMDog8qvLyW8|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nAUTHORTIME with \nDavid Hamilton Golland \n  \nLivin’ Just to Find Emotion \nJOURNEY \nAnd the Story of American Rock \n  \nSaturday\, August 10\, 2024  11 AM \nLIVE at the Belmar Public Library \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND” color=”black” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FFaVA1kMDog8qvLyW8|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1716495214037{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \n\nRelive Journey’s greatest songs and moments with this fiftieth anniversary tribute. \nSince exploding on the scene in the late 1970’s\, l Journey has inspired generations of fans with hit after hit.  But hidden under this rock n’ roll glory is a complex story of ambition\, larger than life personalities\, and clashes. David Hamilton Golland unearths the band’s true and complete biography\, based on over a decade of interviews and thousands of sources. \nWhen Steve Perry joined jazz-blues progressive rock band Journey in 1977\, they saw a rise to the top\, and their 1981 album Escape hit #1.  But Perry’s quest for control led to Journey’s demise.  They lost their record contract and much of their audience.  After the unlikely comeback of “Don’t Stop Believin'” in movies\, television and sports stadiums\, a new generation discovered Journey. \nA professional historian\, Golland dispels rehashed myths and also shows how race in popular music contributed to their breakout success. As the economy collapsed and as people abandoned the spirit of Woodstockin the late 70s\, Journey used the rhythm of soul and Motown to inspire hope in primarily white teenagers’ lives.  Decades later\, they are again a fixture in major stadiums. \nDavid Hamilton Golland is dean of Humanities and Social Sciences at Monmouth University and founder of The Journey Zone (journey-zone.com)\, the leading source for all things Journey for over two decades.  He lives in Middletown\, NJ. \nLearn more about David at davidgolland.com. \n  \n\n\n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-david-hamilton-golland/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T055556
CREATED:20240511T183441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240511T183441Z
UID:10004263-1716030000-1716033600@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with Gregory Andrus
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”peacoc” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.POTJS.com|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1715452464365{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \nSaturday\, May 18\, 2024   11 AM \nLower Level Tarzian Media Room \n  \n\n“Portraits of Summer 2023 is from a passion project that I came up with last summer with an eye to this winter. \nWinters are hard for me. Always have been. With that in mind I decided last summer that I wanted to have an exhibit this winter based on portraits I took in the summer. So I took my 35mm film camera and walked such Jersey Shore beaches and boardwalks as Ocean Grove\, Seaside Heights\, Island Beach State Park and others and asked strangers if I could take a portrait of them. I also shot some photos of a fantastic lifeguard tournament in Seaside Park. \nI shot this entire series on film because I love how summer looks on film\, with the warmth and nostalgic look of Kodak Gold especially. It looks different from digital. It looks like it’s the 1970’s and 1980’s again\, and I love that look. I held onto these photos until this winter. And the time has now come to exhibit them. \nThis book is a commemorative edition to an exhibition I am having this winter. This entire Summer of 2023 series is designed to warm us all up as we get through this winter. This book is smaller\, at 5×7 inches\, but it packs a lot of warmth and summer in each of the 50 portraits it contains. Get yourself a copy or two\, and warm yourself in its golden pages. See you this summer!” \nBook Author/Photographer Gregory Andrus \n  \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”peacoc” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.POTJS.com|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-gregory-andrus/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T055556
CREATED:20240422T205103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T012344Z
UID:10004237-1714820400-1714824000@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with Herman Lentz
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text] \nSaturday\, May 4\, 2024  11 AM \nLower Level Tarzian Media Room \nBelmar Public Library \n517 10th Ave.\, Belmar\, NJ \n [/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/Go48yZ-Hew8″ el_width=”80″ align=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”primary” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FKfn4oxDgKdEq1YWS9|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1713819057953{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \nLike Walter Mitty\, Herman Lentz has delusions of grandeur and a rich imagination\, but he uses his sarcasm and snark as coping skills to deal with the ironic and moronic.  Jewmorous is a humorous collection of essays about embarrassing events no matter how small\, all viewed through a self-deprecating lens. \nMuch to his wife’s chagrin\, the essays cover universal themes consisting of\, clashing cultures and traditions\, marriage\, nude beaches\, job interviews\, drug use\, prostate exams\, raising kids\, and more stories about marriage\, to name a few. \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \nHerman Lentz is a retired Chief Compliance Officer\, who no longer shackled by the constraints imposed by his position is finally able to publish his first book without fear that his musings will cost him his career. \nAlways a story teller\, he has put together a collection of essays about the adventures and misadventures in his life. A Long Island Jew with delusions of grandeur\, he lives in New Jersey not by choice\, but by marriage\, as his first generation Greek Orthodox wife wanted to be close to her extremely extended family. He prides himself on his great head of hair and self-proclaimed rapier like wit. \nWhen not working on his next essay\, he can be seen cursing on the golf course\, wishing his grandkids would take more naps when he babysits\, avoiding any and all acts of physical labor\, and looking for excuses to not go shopping with his wife. His goal is not to be recognized posthumously. \nLearn more about his book at www.Jewmorous.com. \n [/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”primary” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FKfn4oxDgKdEq1YWS9|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-herman-lentz/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T055556
CREATED:20240304T194451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240321T222315Z
UID:10004231-1711562400-1711566000@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with Zac Levy
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text] \nAUTHORTIME with Zac Levy \nWednesday\, March 27\, 2024  6 PM \nBelmar Public Library \n [/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/ufOYQdIPuoE” el_width=”70″ align=”center”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”black” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FdmfKDVkquh2EvvPT8|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1709581461518{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \nHow do people become homeless?   \nAt age sixteen\, Zac Levy set out to answer this question.  Follow Levy’s year-long journey as he bounces between homeless shelters and soup kitchens exploring the struggles of the homeless and finding ways to assist the less fortunate.  \n Through his interviews with unhoused individuals\, Levy illuminates the root causes of homelessness and explains the dangers behind many popular misconceptions about homelessness. \n\nAbout the Author \n\nZac Levy is a student at High Technology High School in Lincroft\, NJ.  In addition to his humanitarian work\, he is a graduate of the Rutgers University Quarknet Program in particle physics and quantum computing.  Levy is working with Dr. Matthew Rosenberg in the lab of Professor David Tank at Princeton University\, conducting research in the field of neuroscience and biophysics. In line with his beliefs as an Orthodox Jew\, he dedicates time to learning Judaic Studies with his Rabbis every morning and night.   In his free time\, Levy enjoys playing tennis and chess. \n100% of the profits form his book will be given directly to America’s homeless population. \nLearn more about his work at www.projectunhoused.com. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”black” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FdmfKDVkquh2EvvPT8|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-zac-levy/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T055556
CREATED:20240308T001548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240309T155312Z
UID:10004232-1711461600-1711468800@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Guided Mindfulness Meditation with the Venerable Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text] \nGuided Mindfulness Meditation with the Venerable Bhante Sujatha \nTuesday\, March 26\, 2024  2 PM \nTaylor Pavilion 500 Ocean Ave.\, Belmar\, NJ \n  \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”green” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FHHq9263CEC4P7bA68|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1709849037230{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”]Guided Mindfulness Meditation with Bhante Sujatha \nEvery year Bhante Sujatha travels the world sharing the value in practical applications\nof mindfulness to everyday life\, and the message of loving-kindness.\nBhante travels more than 200 days each year\, teaching easy to understand and\npractical techniques to people seeking to connect more deeply to their lives and\ncultivate a sturdy mindfulness practice. \nIf you would like to spend some time investing in yourself\, this event is for you.\nJoin Bhante for an afternoon of joy\, fellowship\, insight\, and intention as you practice\nmindfulness meditation and participate in an active discussion on the value of\nmindfulness and how to apply it in the modern world. \nThis is the perfect opportunity to remember that by nurturing yourself\, you nurture the\nworld. We hope you will take advantage of this unique opportunity to do just that! \nActivities in this program will include:\n Instruction in the practice of meditation.\n Guided mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation.\n Time for Questions & Answers. \nBenefits of this beautiful workshop can include:\n Reduced stress\, anxiety\, worry\, and depression.\n Healing and enhancing relationships with others.\n Gaining a sense of empowerment over challenging issues in life.\n Insights into life’s purpose.\n Awakening to the blessings of the present moment.\n Confidence in attaining unshakable inner peace. \nDonations are welcome!\nAs a Buddhist monk\, Bhante Sujatha does not receive a salary. His travels and\nmissionary work are sponsored solely through donations. Bhante’s work has had\na hugely positive impact the world over\, and with your contribution\, he can\ncontinue to add more love to the world. \nAbout Bhante:\nBhante Sujatha\, a 40+ year Buddhist Monk\, is singularly focused on adding more love in\nthe world.  Bhante teaches loving-kindness meditation to people around the globe for all\nthose seeking the art of happiness and contentment.  His approach to meditation is\ndeep and simple\, bringing core Buddhist teachings to everyone in a way that is practical\nand easy to understand.  A joyful\, radiant\, funny\, and wildly energetic monk\, Bhante will \nhelp you obtain peace that can only be found in deep silence. Bhante believes his\npurpose is not only to teach meditation\, but also\, “teaching people how to be happy.”\nFor more information visit Bhante’ s website www.bhantesujatha.org \n[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”green” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FHHq9263CEC4P7bA68|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/guided-mindfulness-meditation-with-the-venerable-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Taylor Pavilion\, 500 Ocean Ave.\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240316T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T055556
CREATED:20240229T235205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T001636Z
UID:10004230-1710586800-1710590400@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with Mike Farragher
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text] \nAUTHORTIME with Mike Farragher \nSaturday\, March 16\, 2024  11 AM \nLIVE at the Library \n  \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”success” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FY2WYjs3yf8vgaLZv9|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/74YrLdZy-uk?si=I6z0xavA4mlAd_HW” el_width=”70″ align=”center”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1709684184303{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \n\n  \n\nAuthor and writing coach Mike Farragher will read from his funny and sweet memoirs on growing up Irish\, Catholic and guilty in the swamps of Jersey and will offer tips on writing YOUR story in 2024! \n\nHe will share his memoirs from some of his books\, such as This is Your Brain on Shamrocks\, The Devilish Pint and 50 Shades of Green. \n\n  \n\nABOUT THE AUTHOR \nFrom his website: \nMike Farragher is the author of 6 books\, including “The Last Temptation of Mary\,” his latest. \nHe has inspired countless other authors to commit their stories to the pages through a series of virtual workshops. He has led these classes for Monmouth University and Project Write Now. \n“When I first started writing books\, I used to get a huge charge out of seeing my name splashed on the cover\,” Farragher says. “That’s still a thrill\, but I now get an even bigger charge seeing my name on page 2 of someone else’s book\, when they acknowledge the small part I might have played in helping them get their story out. Publishing my work in various forms has been the adventure of my life\, and I love inspiring others to take the plunge!” \nMike’s stories have leapt off the page and onto the stage and screen. He had 2 plays produced off-Broadway at The Manhattan Repertory Theater. You can view those performances on our PLAYS page: https://thisisyourbrainonshamrocks.com/the-plays/ \nHe optioned his “This Is Your Brain on Shamrocks” books for the screen; a pilot episode of a comedy series was produced and won numerous awards at film festivals on either side of the Atlantic\, including the prestigious Dublin International Comedy Film Festival. \nLearn more about Mike at his website: www.MikeFarragher.com \n\n [/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”success” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FY2WYjs3yf8vgaLZv9|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-mike-farragher/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T055556
CREATED:20231101T223150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T223150Z
UID:10002726-1700301600-1700305200@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:Children's Authortime with M.B. Paradise
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”sandy-brown” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FqmHoyQ4tn2zete2H9|target:_blank”][vc_column_text] \nSaturday\, November 18\,2023. 10 AM \nBelmar Public Library \n [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1698877891976{margin-left: 25px !important;border-right-width: 25px !important;}”]Celebrate the power of generosity and teamwork with this heartwarming and silly tale that describes what Santa does the day AFTER Christmas! He needs a vacation and wants to catch some waves and a fish! But\, as he finally dips his toes in the water\, he catches wind of children in need and jumps into action!  Ultimately\, he catches something…but it may not be what you think! \n  \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \nM.B. Paradise is a Jersey Shore mom and energetic speaker who is committed to sharing the Beach Santa story and supporting spinal cord injury research & initiatives.  A percentage of the book sales (25%) will be donated to Team LeGrand\, a fund-raising arm of the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation. \nM.B. Paradise has always been a fan of stories\, Santa\, and the beach… so combining the three made perfect sense.  She has a degree from Rutgers University and a Master’s in Education from the University of Virginia. She loves treehouses\, comfy pajamas\, chocolate and all kinds of stories. Beach Santa is her first children’s book. \nRandom Author Fun Fact: The author has had many jobs. Once of them was dressing in a full-body Post-It costume and walking around Times Square in Feb. of 1999 to promote the movie “Office Space.” \nLearn more about M.B. Paradise at https://mbparadiseauthor.com \n  \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”sandy-brown” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FqmHoyQ4tn2zete2H9|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/childrens-authortime-with-m-b-paradise/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:AuthorTime,Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T190000
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UID:10004104-1697047200-1697050800@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:AUTHORTIME with Mick Bennett
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”blue” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2F397wngGWsBPFfmjv7|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1694117159838{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”]In Take the Lively Air\, a minor traffic collision escalates into a confrontation between two families haunted by their pasts and apprehensive of their futures. \nRage and regret butt heads against the background of America’s toxic cultural climate. \nBut saner voices discover that human frailties are best viewed through the microscope of compassion\, and our common humanity must be acknowledged to make way for our futures. \n  \nABOUT THE AUTHOR\, BY THE AUTHOR \nMy home town is Belmar\, NJ. I was born December 14\, 1952. My father and mother moved from 13th Ave to 22 Inlet Terrace soon afterward. Dad grew up on Inlet Terrace. He was Captain of the Asbury Park H.S. state championship football team of 1931. Mom also attended A.P.H.S. We belonged to the First Presbyterian Church on 9th Ave. \nLocally\, I attended Belmar Elementary and Manasquan H.S. Always a late bloomer\, I was sent to Blair Academy for what was euphemistically called a post-graduate or PG year. At Blair I fell in love with writing. From there I attended Gettysburg College\, and after graduation in 1975\, found a job at a high school 15 miles from Gettysburg where I taught English and coached basketball. \nAfter 33 years\, one master’s degree\, many great memories\, and thousands of lousy essays\, I retired from teaching in 2010. My wife Kathleen and I have been married for 39 years. We have two grown children\, Nathan and Erin. if there is one thing I learned from experience concerning writing\, it was neatly summarized by my favorite writer Raymond Carver: \n“When it comes to writing fiction or poetry\, it really comes down to this: indifference to everything except what you’re doing.” \nLearn more about Mick and his writings at: http://mickbennettnj.com/ \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-mick-bennett/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231003T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T055556
CREATED:20230906T203541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T195627Z
UID:10004103-1696356000-1696359600@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:AuthorTime with Jo Anna Kloster
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”purple” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FSPGWqzKyBGt383yR9|target:_blank”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/0cbKDGRH3Ys” align=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1694721375923{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”]  \nBecause it’s never too late to do the right thing… \nDogs sold from puppy mills carry behavioral baggage just like children reared in orphanages and in foster care as Lily quickly learns in this middle-grade novel. \nWhen sixth-grader Lily Grabowski takes in her teacher’s puppy-mill rescue dog\, without parental permission\, it sets off a chain of events that challenges her dog smarts\, self-esteem\, and ideas about what it means to be a true friend. \n​As Lily’s heart opens to this tiny dog\, complications mount. Cagney howls all day because of separation anxiety. Lily’s nemesis neighbor threatens to call the dog warden about a noise nuisance. BFF drama threatens Lily’s class project on why underdogs matter. Lily’s over-protective mom issues a thirty-day ultimatum\, and Lily’s guilty conscience grows while a broken promise looms. \n​In the end\, Lily must choose.  Either surrender Cagney because his needs are bigger than her ability to help him or stand up for what she believes will save him. \nABOUT THE AUTHOR \n Jo Anna Dressler Kloster is a former elementary teacher\, an author\, and a Humane Policy Volunteer Leader with the Humane Society of the United States. She works to better the lives of animals.   \nHer middle-grade novel\, LILY UNLEASHED\, is a coming-of-age story.  It focuses on an underdog whose love inspires one girl to speak up for this puppy mill rescue and all the other dogs locked in puppy mill cages. Themes of friendship\, bullying\, and loss are explored.  \n Ms. Kloster attends animal welfare events and mans an educational table with her book to inform others on how to end the puppy-mill-to-pet-store-pipeline.   \n Her message: Adopt don’t shop for puppies at pet stores. Wonderful dogs await you at your local shelters\, rescues\, and with reputable breeders.  \n  \nMore info can be found below about her work:  \nWebsite: http://www.emptycagespress.com[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT” color=”purple” size=”lg” align=”center” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fforms.gle%2FSPGWqzKyBGt383yR9|target:_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-jo-anne-kloster/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime,Children's Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T193000
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CREATED:20221003T232636Z
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UID:10003412-1666288800-1666294200@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:AuthorTime with Mark W. Curran
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1664994524951{margin-right: 25px !important;margin-left: 25px !important;}”] \nThe Witches of Wildwood: Cape May Horror Stories and \nOther Scary Tales from the Jersey Shore\n10 Stories and a Novella\nA Collection of Contemporary Horror Fiction by Author Mark W. Curran\nWerewolves… vampires… swamp beasts… zombies… even a Jersey Devil… all of these chilling creatures and more await you in this haunting collection of 11 contemporary horror fiction stories by Mark Wesley Curran. \nUniquely set ‘down the shore’ in South Jersey’s Cape May County\, these scary tales are sure to terrify and entertain both adult readers as well as young adults. \n​The Spooky Offerings Include: \n​– An abrasive radio talk show host is stalked by an angry werewolf in ‘Werewolves of Dennis’ \n​– A Fun Pier boardwalk worker falls under the spell of a strange attic dwelling girl  in ‘The Girl In The Attic’ \n​– An ancient sailing ship filled with bloodthirsty zombies crashes into the Jersey Shore in ‘Night of the Wildwood Dead’ \nThe cornerstone of the collection is ‘The Witches of Wildwood\,’ the harrowing and suspenseful tale of a witch-hunting preacher hell-bent on killing four teenage sisters determined to destroy the world from their Wildwood boarding house. \nThe Author: \nMark Wesley Curran is a writer of contemporary fiction\, specializing in the horror and suspense genre. Born and raised in Suburban Philadelphia\, he spent many summers living and working in Wildwood\, New Jersey during its heyday. He now resides in Los Angeles where he enjoys creative pursuits as a writer\,  filmmaker and musician. \nYou can learn more about his book and him at his website: \nwww.witchesofwildwood.com \n  \nJoin us Thursday\, October 20\, 2022 at 6PM in the Lower Level Tarzian Media Room and be a part of our LIVE AUDIENCE when Author Mark W. Curran joins us VIA ZOOM to discuss his book! \nCan’t make it in person?  Click the link below to join in via Zoom! \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82313107599?pwd=RFp5YnMwdTVTc0Z1VjZXSmsrbWhtdz09 \nUse Passcode 1086792[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-mark-w-curran/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Programs,AuthorTime
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T055556
CREATED:20220511T153512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T160112Z
UID:10003355-1655546400-1655551800@belmarlibrary.org
SUMMARY:AuthorTime with Ali Nolan & Erica Coviello
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column icons_position=”left”][vc_column_text]A no-nonsense\, interactive guide that empowers all women at all levels to run their strongest\, best marathon ever. \nMaster the Marathon is a comprehensive guide to marathon training for women at all levels of running –  beginner\, intermediate and advanced. The book takes you through everything you need to know to be prepared for the 26.2 miles of the marathon\, including detailed training plans\, strength training programs\, building our mental awareness of our physical body\, nutrition\, guidance on fighting the best marathon for you\, identifying and avoiding potential injuries\, inspirational advice\, and other unexpected pieces of wisdom. \nThe programming in this book was created by a woman\, specifically for women. \nAli Nolan is a journalist and writer based in Utah. As the former features editor and a current contributor for Runners World magazine\, she is active in empowering women in the running world\, having spoken at the Under Armour Women’s Panel\, Donna Marathon Pre-race Dinner\, and other events. She has completed two road marathons\, a trail marathon and other races. \nLearn more about Ali at her website:  www.AliNolan.org \nWith Special Guest Belmar Runner and Trainer Erica Coviello[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://belmarlibrary.org/event/authortime-with-ali-nolan-erica-coviello/
LOCATION:Belmar Public Library\, 517 10th Ave\, Belmar\, NJ\, 07719\, United States
CATEGORIES:AuthorTime
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