Archive | May, 2025

Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with HPL

14 May

Jewish American Heritage Movies from Kanopy
–David (Mistaken for a Jewish student, Daud finds unlikely friendship and faces a dilemma of identity and belonging.)

–Shoelaces (After years of estrangement, a son with special needs fights to donate a kidney to his ailing father.)

–Holy Lands (A Jewish American doctor shocks his family and community by moving to Israel to become a pig farmer.)

–Liberty Heights (In 1950s MD, a Jewish family faces generational conflict amid shifting views on race, religion, and class.)

–Minyan (In 1980s NYC, a Russian Jewish teen discovers love, identity, and loss through new friendships during the AIDS crisis.)

–Esther (Esther risks everything to stop a genocide and save her people in ancient Persia.)

Jewish American Heritage Movies from Hoopla
–Latter Day Jew (A gay ex-Mormon comedian prepares for his bar mitzvah after converting to Judaism.)

–Praying with Lior (A boy with Down syndrome prepares for his bar mitzvah, revealing a journey of faith, family, and community.)

Genealogical Research
–Ancestry (in library access only)
–Heritage Hub
–Heritage Quest

Language Learning
–Pronunciator -Hebrew, Yiddish
–Mango Languages– Hebrew, Yiddish

Check out our downloadable/printable Brochure featuring these digital resources plus suggested books for kids and teens and upcoming Jewish American Heritage Month Events at the Library:

JAMH Month BrochureDownload

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Statista (Now!) at the Hoboken Public Library

7 May

For those in search of reliable data and market research, Statista is a valuable tool that provides access to millions of statistics, industry reports, and market trends. Typically available only through costly subscriptions, Statista can be accessed for free at the Hoboken Public Library—offering an essential resource for business owners, students, researchers, and job seekers.

What is Statista?

Statista is a leading platform that compiles data from government agencies, industry reports, and academic sources, presenting it in easy-to-read charts, graphs, and reports. It covers a wide range of topics, including:

  • Business and Industry Trends – Insights into various markets, from technology to retail.
  • Consumer Behavior – Data on purchasing habits, media consumption, and lifestyle trends.
  • Economic Indicators – Employment rates, inflation, and GDP statistics.
  • Demographic Information – Population trends, education levels, and social changes.

How to Access Statista at the Library

Since Statista is an on-site resource, it must be accessed from within the Hoboken Public Library. Here’s how:

  1. Visit the Hoboken Public Library during open hours.
  2. Use a library computer or connect to HPL’s Wi-Fi on a personal device.
  3. Go to www.statista.com to start browsing reports, data sets, and industry insights.

Who Can Benefit from Statista?

  • Entrepreneurs & Business Owners – Conduct market research, analyze competitors, and identify trends.
  • Job Seekers & Professionals – Research salary benchmarks, employment trends, and industry forecasts.
  • Students & Academics – Find credible data for papers, presentations, and research projects.
  • General Researchers & Analysts – Access up-to-date statistics across multiple industries.

No Subscription Required

Simply visit, log on, and access a vast collection of high-quality data.

For those in need of trusted market research and statistical insights, the Hoboken Public Library offers free access to one of the most comprehensive data platforms available. Visit today and start exploring Statista.

Written by:
Tyler Riley
Information and Digital Services Library Assistant

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