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Summer Reading 2019 A universe of stories May 29, 2019 Cedar Knolls, NJ – Ready for summer reading 2019? This year’s theme for summer reading is science. The slogan, “A Universe of Stories,” was chosen by library professionals to help inspire children of all ages to dream big, believe in themselves, and create their own story. Summer reading encourages children to read books, win prizes, and provides many benefits for children. Children develop a positive attitude towards reading, books in general, and the library. Children are also practicing and maintaining their reading skills during summer vacation. Amanda Ort, Washington Township…
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Ten MAIN Libraries to Participate in Free Tax Assistance Program Service offered in New Jersey Area Libraries across Morris, Hunterdon, Somerset, Union and Warren Counties February 20, 2020 Cedar Knolls, NJ – Morris Automated Information Network (MAIN) Libraries, a northern New Jersey shared services consortium of 38 public libraries, recently announced that 10 of its member libraries will host free tax assistance programs offered by AARP Foundation, United Way VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) and other community partners. Staffed by teams of trained volunteer tax preparers, the free tax assessment programs are designed to help eligible individuals navigate and complete…
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MAIN Public Libraries Offer Free Virtual Educational Content and Business Resources to Community Through June 30th, residents can access endless on-demand and educational content April 20, 2020 Cedar Knolls, NJ – Morris Automated Information Network (MAIN) Libraries, a northern New Jersey shared services consortium of 38 public libraries, is now offering free virtual programming and educational resources to all members of the public community through June 30, 2020. By visiting MAIN’s website, http://dev.mainlib.org/, residents of Morris, Warren and Somerset Counties can access free digital resources for students, educators, and parents. There is temporarily no requirement to have a public library…
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MAIN Libraries Partners with County College of Morris to Offer Online Guide for Businesses Free business resource designed to help local businesses prosper August 25, 2021 Cedar Knolls, NJ  –  Morris Automated Information Network (MAIN) Libraries, a northern New Jersey shared services consortium of 49 public libraries, has just announced the launch of the Business Development Resources Toolkit in collaboration with the County College of Morris (CCM).  Hosted on the CCM Library website, the toolkit is a one-stop-shop knowledge sharing center designed to give business owners, professionals, nonprofits, business students and others easy access to research tools and curated content…
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MAIN Libraries eBooks on the Move Shared eBook, eAudio, eMagazine catalog now found on Libby app Cedar Knolls, NJ  –  MAIN Libraries, a northern New Jersey shared services consortium of 49 public libraries, has announced a new platform solution for eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines: Libby. Starting January 3, 2022, library card holders at MAIN member libraries can download and use their library card to access thousands of digital titles shared between all 49 libraries. “Offering one app – Libby – to access all three types of content is going to be much more convenient for library users than accessing multiple…
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Exclusive access to personalized, adaptive language-learning experience October 3, 2022, Cedar Knolls, NJ: Main Library Alliance (Main) announced a new language learning service today with the launch of Mango Languages. Mango Languages is an award-winning language-learning platform available to Main member library patrons throughout 49 branches in the Hunterdon, Morris, Somerset, and Warren Counties. Main’s Executive Director Phillip Berg shared, “We are excited to provide the latest in adaptive and intelligent language learning technology to Main patrons through Mango Languages. After discussing options with our librarians, all felt that Mango was the best in class. Gone are the days of writing…
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March 2, 2023, Cedar Knolls, NJ: Main Library Alliance (Main) is pleased to announce Thomas Dinneny as Director of Information Technology. Tom began work on March 1st.  Dinneny comes to Main after successful stints at Thomson Reuters, JPMorgan, and Bear Stearns. Most recently, he led Mundo Communication Services LLC, where he was CEO and Co-founder. His extensive experience delivering innovative technology solutions to businesses and nonprofits aligns directly with Main’s role as the nonprofit technology hub for 49 public libraries across Hunterdon, Morris, Somerset, and Warren counties. “We are excited to bring aboard a professional like Tom to continue Main’s long…
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July 12, 2022, Cedar Knolls, NJ: Main Library Alliance is the new name for MAIN (Morris Automated Information Network). The Main Library Alliance is a nonprofit network of local libraries that collaborates and shares services among 49 branches in the area. Since its founding in 1979 as a service for Morris County libraries, Main Library Alliance has expanded into Hunterdon, Somerset, and Warren counties allowing over 650,000 residents of all ages to access over 3.1 million items. The new Main Library Alliance name aligns with its objective, to offer its members cost-sharing, collaborative opportunities, and technical service and support. There…
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