7:00 PM
Seventh Annual Book Arts Lecture: A Conversation about Books as Texts, Forms and Culture
In this Book Arts lecture, Rutgers University Professor Marija Dalbello will discuss the history of the book as a field concerned with the nature of the book, the relationships constituted by texts and their producers, readers, and in mapping the geographies of the book.  Read more...

2:00 PM
Method & Madness: Shakespeare for Today
In honor of Shakespeare's 450th birthday, Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey Director of Education and resident director Brian B. Crowe will explore the "method and madness" of producing the Bard's canon in the 21st century.  Read more...

7:00 PM
Book Lovers' Circle
Do you have a passion for reading and for books? Then come to our Book Lovers' Circle on the first Thursday of every month.  Read more...

10:00 AM
Seventh Annual Book Arts Workshop: "Star Books"
The star book is a surprising sculptural book that can be handheld, arranged into different shapes and even hung like a folding/unfolding star. We will make a colorful personalized creation with paper, low-tech printmaking (using recycled Styrofoam plates and non-toxic ink), other recycled materials, collage, and decorative two and three-dimensional embellishments. Featuring New Jersey book artist and educator Karen Guancione. Fee: $30.00  Read more...

2:00 PM
Civil War Lecture: Charles F. Hopkins, Civil War Hero
Historian Charles Maraziti will discuss the amazing life story of Charles F. Hopkins, a Civil War hero and recipient of the Medal of Honor. The dedication and bravery of Mr. Hopkins was first evident when, as a young boy, he transported run-away slaves on the Underground Railroad.  Read more...