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A.C. Boardwalk Holocaust Memorial finalists on display in September PDF Print E-mail
Friday, 27 August 2010 09:48
The Atlantic City Free Public Library will showcase the 13 finalists in the running to serve as the design for the Atlantic City Boardwalk Holocaust Memorial (ACBHM).
These entries can be viewed from the atrium of the Main Library, which is located at One North Tennessee Avenue. They are available for public viewing 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday from Sept. 1-28 – exceptions are Sept. 6, 7, 20 when the library is closed.

Last Updated on Friday, 27 August 2010 09:56
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Library archivist featured in Nucky Johnson documentary on NBC TV 40 PDF Print E-mail
Friday, 20 August 2010 12:15
The Press of Atlantic City-produced documentary, “Boss of the Boardwalk,” which focuses on the life of Atlantic City boss Enoch "Nucky" Johnson, premieres on NBC TV 40 at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21.
Those who visit the Atlantic City Free Public Library might recognize a familiar face. Library archivist Heather Halpin Perez was interviewed for this project and will appear in the documentary.
In addition to the on-camera interviews, she helped facilitate the use of archived photographs from the library’s Alfred M. Heston Collection of Atlantic City history and provided insight and direction for the film-makers.

Last Updated on Friday, 20 August 2010 12:28
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International Night Series comes to a close PDF Print E-mail
Friday, 04 June 2010 16:25

bollywood_axion_on_08.25.10The International Night Series, co-sponsored by the Atlantic City Free Public Library and City of Atlantic City, concluded Wednesday, Aug. 25, with a sensational performance by Bollywood Axion at Kennedy Plaza.
The New York City-based group is the United States’ first professional dance school for Bollywood and bhangra dance classes. The group blends class Indian dance techniques, contemporary Western influences, Punjabi bhangra’s energy and the spirit of Hindi cinema. The group has appeared on the CBS “Early Show,” and in Hollywood and Bollywood films.
Thank you to the performers, public and those who have assisted in making this series such a success. The library has a photo gallery featuring shots from most of the shows this year.

Last Updated on Thursday, 26 August 2010 11:47
 
Develop and improve skills with Learning Express PDF Print E-mail
Wednesday, 11 August 2010 10:29
Are you currently dissatisfied with your economic or job situation and feel that lack of training is holding you back?  The “Learning Express Library” at the ACFPL may be just what you need.
Learning Express, available 24/7 with your home computer, makes it both convenient and easy to begin your journey on the road to success.  Whether you want to improve current skills or learn new ones, the Centers offer programs that will help you succeed.

Last Updated on Wednesday, 11 August 2010 10:35
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Library unveils Flying Fearless exhibit at Historical Museum PDF Print E-mail
Thursday, 24 June 2010 12:13

ceremonial_ribbon_cutting_at_historical_museum_exhibit_opening_on_july_12_2010The 2010 Atlantic City Airshow “Thunder Over the Boardwalk” is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 25 – and it comes 100 years after Atlantic City and Asbury Park hosted New Jersey’s very first airshows.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 10 August 2010 10:09
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