Learn or improve your computer and digital literacy skills with free access to Northstar Online Learning, offered with support from the New Jersey State Library. Take assessments on your skill levels then use the self-paced courses to further your knowledge of: Click the button below to create a Northstar Learner Account or log in to your existing one. Take the interactive Digital Skill Assessment test to see where you should get started and then take it again to see how much you’ve learned. *If prompted to enter a location PIN, please use XUD9. Need help getting started? Email us at wanaquelibrary@gmail.com or call 973-839-4434 and we’ll help you set up your account
ProCitizen (available in English and Spanish) can help you become a citizen
Your library offers ProCitizen, an online course to prepare New Americans for the civics, reading, and writing parts of the USCIS Naturalization Test. Includes 100 instructional videos in both English and Spanish. Access ProCitizen in English: https://learning.pronunciator.com/getstarted-procitizen.php?library_id=20998402 ProCitizen es un curso en línea que le ayudará a prepararse en las áreas de educación cívica, lectura y escritura que son parte del examen de Naturalización de la USCIS. Acceder a procitizen en español: https://learning.pronunciator.com/getstarted-procitizen-ES.php?library_id=20998402
Pronunciator: free personalized learning in over 160 languages
Learn 163 languages with Pronunciator, a free language-learning tool. Pronunciator features language learning courses in over 140 languages. Personalize your learning experience by selecting courses that match your personal interests and occupation. Pronunciator also includes movies, instructional videos, music with lyrics, custom study guides and audio lessons, quizzes, and more! Get started with Pronunciator here: https://learning.pronunciator.com/getstarted.php?library_id=20998402 or, si quieres Pronunciator en español, empieza aquí: https://learning.pronunciator.com/getstarted-ES.php?library_id=20998402
988 Mental Health Hotline Now Active
Now you can dial 988 anywhere in the United States to quickly access mental health crisis services. If you are struggling with thoughts of suicide or experiencing a mental health or substance use crisis, call or text 988 to be connected to a trained crisis counselor who will listen to your concerns, provide support, and get you additional help if you need it. This is a free service so please — reach out if you need to.
Get Help at NJHelps.gov
The State of New Jersey just announced that they have a modernized benefits portal to access the State’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Work First New Jersey (WFNJ) programs. You can check your eligibility for food assistance, cash assistance, and health care by visiting NJHelps.gov.
What to Know about ANCHOR Property Tax Relief
The State of New Jersey provides offers property tax relief through the ANCHOR (Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters) Program. ANCHOR replaces the Homestead Benefit program. Does your household qualify for ANCHOR property tax relief? For the most up-to-date news and information on how to file ANCHOR, visit the New Jersey Division of Taxation’s ANCHOR information page.
What You Should Know about Lyme Disease
Now that the humidity has lessened and the weather is getting cooler, we’re all getting the urge to hike around and enjoy nature! To help us stay healthy, the Passaic County Department of Health has produced a brief video to increase our awareness of the dangers of Lyme Disease and how to avoid it.
FYI: Real ID Driver’s Licenses
Have you heard of New Jersey Real ID driver’s licenses? Starting in May 2023, if you are traveling by airplane within the United States, you need to have the federally compliant Real ID driver’s license (designated by a small star at the top right) or another federally approved ID (such as a passport). Here’s a tip: if you want to make an appointment to get a Real ID with the Department of Motor Vehicles, try first thing in the morning (around 7 am). Each morning, the DMV releases a new set of appointments, so the earlier in the day you log in, the better chance you have of finding an appointment at a DMV office that is near where you live.
Latest News from Wanaque Rec
Upcoming Wanaque Recreation Events Fall 2022 Pickleball – flyer Fall 2022 Fitness – flyer Register for upcoming Recreation Department events via Blue Sombrero: https://tshq.bluesombrero.com/wanaquenj (then click on Register Here) Stay In The Know For the latest news about Wanaque Recreation offerings, follow the Wanaque Recreation Department on Facebook and/or check out the Recreation Commission on the Wanaque Borough website. Register for upcoming Recreation Department events via Blue Sombrero: https://tshq.bluesombrero.com/wanaquenj (then click on Register Here)
