Events

Donna and Len are going to speak about the library's successes over the years and their plans for the future. They are looking forward to this presentation since it is National Library Week. 

Judith Turner and her Editor Elizabeth Waters Murray will be our guests. Judith will be speaking about her recent book You Are Never Alone - Hugs from Heaven. This book is composed of compelling and inspirational true stories of hope, love, peace, suffering, healing and joy - told through experiences with Guardian Angels. This uplifting work contains real-life, fascinating experiences shared by ordinary people about signs they received from loved ones who have passed away. 

Breana Penzenik is a registered Dietitian Nutritionist at The Valley Hospital in Paramus. With a passion for translating evidence-based nutrition into practical, everyday guidance she works closely with patients empowering them to achieve their wellness goals. Breanna has a particular focus on preventive care, chronic disease management and helping individuals foster lifelong healthy habits. 

James Shope is The Assistant Extension Specialist in Climate Services from the Department of Environmental Sciences, New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Stations at Rutgers University. He is an applied climatologist who is doing a lot of work in the urban heat mapping arena in New Jersey. 

Jennifer Kelemen is the Social Services and Outreach Coordinator of the Adler Aphasia Center in Maywood, New Jersey. June is Aphasia Awareness Month. Aphasia is a language disorder that typically impairs all 4 areas of language. Aphasia affects a person's ability to speak, to understand spoken language, to read and write. This frustrating condition affects a person's ability to comunicate but typically does not affect his or her intellect. Aphasia occurs most often from a stroke, brain injury, brain tumor or other neurological conditions. 

Pascack Historical Society Revolutionary War historian will speak about battles founght in Bergen County during the Revolutionary War.

rstevenson88@optimum.net

201-819-0172 

Applied climatologist Dr. James SHope uses knowledge of the physical sciences (such as climatology or oceanography) and environmental data/models to address how the climate system impacts human sectors. Using this lens, his research centers on the nexus of climate change and broad human impacts, primarily in New Jersey. In particular, he is interested in how agricultural production, natural resources, and public health will respond to a warming climate, heavier rainfall, and more frequent flooding.

jbs284@envsci@rutgers.edu

Tel: 848-932-6731

Regina Georges describes her inspiring story of starting a new career from scratch as a fragrance maven after raising her two sons to adulthood..

www.linguaglossfragrane.com

Bergen Volunteers' (BV) volunteer-driven, direct-assistance programs support vulnerable seniors, at-risk youth, and families in need. BV offers civic leadership development training to local teens and professionals. BV also engages individuals and businesses with networking and local community service opportunities.

Debbie Corwin

Director of Development and Communications

dcorwin@bergenvolunteers

201-489-1952

bergenvolunteers.org

Mr. Mercantini is visiting all Rotary Clubs in the newly formed District 7450 to introduce himself to everyone and learn about each club's projects.

(609)300-8545

w.mercantini@gmail.com

Ms. McDonough is back!  This time she will discuss the writing of her latest book, Murder by Moonrise, an evocative, compelling mystery set in the Victorian era. Scotland Yard’s first female medical examiner, the unconventional Dr. Julia Lewis, finds her holiday sidelined by a murderer who has infiltrated the royal family’s summer retreat.

Ms. McDonough is a former educator who taught history for more than three decades. A member of the Historical Writers of America, the Mystery Writers of America, and the Historical Novel Society, she splits her time between New Jersey and the Florida Gulf Coast.

Please visit her online at PatriceMcDonough1789.com.

The Blood Bank will be on site in the parking lot from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM. Please bring a relative, friend or potential new member for this very important cause. They will provide water and snacks for the donors. 

Jan H. Brown, Esq. heads The Law Offices of Jan H. Brown, P.C., a New York City-based law firm specializing in the practice of immigration law. Mr. Brown brings over 47 years of experience in the field of immigration law. 

Mr. Brown is a frequent lecturer on diverse immigration-related topics for the American Immigration Lawyers Association and the New York State Bar Association, among other groups. He is also a frequent consultant on US immigration topics on WNBC TV.

Mr. Brown represents businesses and individuals on issues concerning immigrant and non-immigrant status. He is an experienced litigator before the immigration courts and the Board of Immigration Appeals. He has brought numerous mandamus and APA actions in the district courts as well as petitions for review in the 2^nd, 3^rd and 5^th circuits.

The popular “Brown Around Town” editorial cartoon series, commenting on topical immigration issues, is drawn and authored by Mr. Brown.

201-693-6550
www.JanHBrown.com