Celebrate Black History Month with a gala family program at Willingboro Public Library on Sat., Feb. 27 at 2 p.m. featuring dancer Vanesca Julme, spoken word artist Raymond Huff, and Magic by D&J Entertainment, the gala is co-sponsored by Zeta Phi Beta sorority, Zeta Delta Zeta Chapter. The program for all ages is free and open to the public. No registration is required. Refreshments will be served. Willingboro's own Vanesca Julme will perform Caribbean and African dances. Ms. Julme is a native of Haiti and a former professional dancer.
In honor of Black History Month, Burlington County Historian Joe Laufer will present "African American History in Your Backyard" at Willingboro Public Library on Wed., Feb. 24 at 7 p.m. "Burlington County is filled with African American history sites," says Laufer. "Bring the whole family to learn more." Register beginning Feb. 8 for this free program, open to the public.
Teens are not too young to learn the value of money. Teen financial educator Tyrus Ballard will teach the basics of money management at Willingboro Public Library for grades 7-12 on Thurs., Feb. 11 at 4 p.m. This free programs are open to the public. Registration begins Jan. 28.
The NJ Civil Service Commission has announced the 2010 Examination for Firefighters. Applications are available at the library and at http://info.csc.state.nj.us/Vats/PDFForms/12894.pdf. The application deadline is March 31, 2010.
We have books to help you prepare - e-mail us or check the library catalog for availability. And with your library card, you can use Learn-a-Test to practice online (use the barcode from the back of your Willingboro Public Library card as your user name).
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