Midterm Elections

Learn more about the Midterm Elections:

The New York Times Midterm Elections Page

The Basics About the Miderm Elections from CNN.com

Mid-term Election: NPR

Forecasts of Election Results on Google Map based on Expert Input

5 Best Coupon-Clipping Websites

Who doesn't like to save money? SmartMoney.com has selected their five favorite coupon-clipping sites here.

Apple and Pumpkin Picking

This is a great time for pumpkin and apple picking. This site from the NJ Department of Agriculture lets you search for locations and also lists locations for roadside markets, community farmers markets, and apple orchards.

Pumpkin Patches and More lists locations for pumpkin picking, corn mazes, hay rides, and more.

Fireplace Art Dedication

Join us on Monday, October 18 for the dedication of our newly installed art surrounding the fireplace.

Katherine Hackl's tile work, entitled "Egrets" will be dedicated at 7:30 pm at the fireplace.


(Dedication is Monday, October 18 at 7:30 pm)

PCWorld's Fantastic Freebies 2010: All Time Greats

PC World Magazine has chosen their favorite free Internet Resources here.
Here are a few favorites from the list:

• Audacity All-purpose audio editor lets you record, play, and edit digital files.
• OpenOffice.org This free office suite includes a word processor, a spreadsheet, a database, and drawing and presentation programs.
• GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP) Retouch photos and create images with this freebie.

Job Resources

The Internet is a great resource for job searching. Here is a selection of site to get you started.

Get Help from the NJ State Library
gethelp.njlibraries.org
Information on unemployment, job openings, and help for veterans and disabled workers.

The Riley Guide
http://www.rileyguide.com/
This is a great starting point in your job search for resources on job openings, resumes, cover letters, occupations, and more.

WorkForce New Jersey Job Information
http://lwd.dol.state.nj.us/labor/wnjpin/wnjpin_index.html

Learning Express Library
Choose Learning Express Library under the From Home menu. Click the Go button. Choose Workplace Skills courses on business writing, job searching, resume writing, and interviewing. Choose Computer Skills for online courses on popular computer programs including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe Photoshop.

Tutor.com
http://www.monroetwplibrary.org/research.htm#res
Live resume assistance every day from 2pm-9pm. Select Tutor.com from the drop-down menu and click GO.

Health Resources on the Internet

There are several sites on the Internet that offer reliable health information. Here is a selection:

Mayo Clinic- Locate info on diseases & conditions, symptoms, drugs & supplements, tests & procedures.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/

AMA Doctor Finder- View physician backgrounds on the American Medical Association website.
webapps.ama-assn.org/doctorfinder/htmtl/patient.jsp

Drugs.com- Info on prescription drugs, over the counter medication, and medicinal herbs.
http://www.drugs.com/

Cooking Light- healthy and appealing recipes from this popular food magazine.
http://www.cookinglight.com/


Remember to check the source of your website because there is plenty of unreliable information online. A larger selection of health links can be found here on your library webpage.