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Week of December 10 through 16

Raga Jazz: with Charu Suri Trio
(In-Person)
Sunday, December 10
2:00-3:00pm
Main Library

Pianist and composer Charu Suri treads fearlessly between genres, pulling global influences that range from the mood-anchoring Indian ragas, Sufi music, to the trio.

Social Security: Understanding your Benefits
(In-Person)
Monday, December 11
7:00-8:00pm
North Edison Branch

This presentation focuses on building an understanding of what Social Security is, how to secure your benefits, and the implications of Social Security decisions.

Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, December 14
1:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Do you knit, crochet, or do needlework? Come join the Clara Barton Knitting Circle every Thursday from 1pm-3pm at the Clara Barton Branch Library for some friendly camaraderie. All experience levels are welcome, please bring with you your supplies, patterns, etc. Open to adults only, no registration required. 

Reducing Stress Through Meditation this Holiday Season
(Virtual)
Thursday, December 14
7:00-8:00pm
Zoom

Join Umesh Bhatia, long-time meditator as he discusses the extraordinary effect of meditation to reduce stress-related responses.

Friday Films: On Golden Pond
(In-Person)
Friday, December 15
10:00am-12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

The movie on December 15 is On Golden Pond (1981, Rated PG, 1h 49m, Comedy/Drama, Universal Pictures).

Norman is a curmudgeon with an estranged relationship with his daughter Chelsea. At Golden Pond, he and his wife nevertheless agree to care for Billy, the son of Chelsea's new boyfriend, and a most unexpected relationship blooms. Starring Henry Fonda, Katharine Hepburn, and Jane Fonda.

Adult Makerspace: Crafty Crochet
(In-Person)
Friday, December 15
10:30am-12:00pm
North Edison Branch

Join us for a crafty crochet time.

You are also welcome to share your own creations, or bring with your own hooks and yarns.

No registration required.

Baby Songs and Stories
(In-Person)
Monday, December 11
10:00-10:30am
Main Library

Join us for songs, stories, and nursery rhymes tailored for our youngest family members!

Open to children ages 0-2 with their caregivers. No registration required.

Baby Songs and Stories
(In-Person)
Monday, December 11
10:00-10:30am
North Edison Branch

Join us for songs, stories, and nursery rhymes tailored for our youngest family members!

Open to children ages 0-2 with their caregivers. No registration required.

Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, December 11
11:00-11:30am
Main Library

Come and hear some fun stories!

Open to children ages 3-5 with their caregivers. No registration required.

Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, December 11
11:00-11:30am
North Edison Branch

Come and hear some fun stories!

Open to children ages 3-5 with their caregivers. No registration required.

Popsicle Snowflakes
(In-Person)
Monday, December 11
4:00-4:45pm
North Edison Branch

Create and design your very own snowflake!

Dress for mess.

Open to children 6 - 11.

Family Flicks: Frozen II
(In-Person)
Monday, December 11
6:30-8:10pm
Clara Barton Branch

The movie on December 11 will be Frozen II (2019, Rated PG, 1h 43m, Walt Disney Pictures).

Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven leave Arendelle to travel to an ancient, autumn-bound forest of an enchanted land. They set out to find the origin of Elsa's powers in order to save their kingdom.

Story Time at the Menlo Park Mall
(In-Person)
Tuesday, December 12
11:30am-12:30pm
Menlo Park Mall Center Court

Give your child a short break from your holiday shopping and join us in the Center Court of the Menlo Park Mall for a special story time!

Children Makerspace: Snap Circuits
(In-Person)
Tuesday, December 12
4:00-4:45pm
North Edison Branch

Join us for a safe and fun way to design exciting projects by using building components with snaps to assemble electronic circuits.

Supplies will be provided. 

Open to children 6 and up.

Baby Songs and Stories
(In-Person)
Wednesday, December 13
10:00-10:30am
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for songs, stories, and nursery rhymes tailored for our youngest family members!

Open to children ages 0-2 with their caregivers. No registration required.

Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, December 13
11:00-11:30am
Clara Barton Branch

Come and hear some fun stories!

Open to children ages 3-5 with their caregivers. No registration required.

Imagination Station: Directed Drawing
(In-Person)
Wednesday, December 13
4:00-4:30pm
North Edison Branch

Each monthly session at Imagination Station is different, so you can come back again and again and have a new experience every time.

December's session is focused on "Directed Drawing."

Open to children ages 7 - 11.

Swirly Glue and Glittery Snowmen
(In-Person)
Wednesday, December 13
6:00-6:45pm
Main Library

Make this winter sparkle by joining us in creating your very own winter wonderland and swirly, glittery snowman.

Dress for mess. 

Open to children 6 - 11.

Artsy Toddler
(In-Person)
Thursday, December 14
1:00-1:30pm
Main Library

Toddlers will learn new motor skills by using paint, glue, crayons, and stamps to create amazing works of art. 

Dress for mess.

Open to children ages 2-5 with their caregivers.

Swirly Glue and Glittery Snowmen
(In-Person)
Thursday, December 14
6:00-6:45pm
North Edison Branch

Make this winter sparkle by joining us in creating your very own winter wonderland and swirly, glittery snowman.

Dress for mess. 

Open to children 6 - 11.

Alphabet Soup
(In-Person)
Friday, December 15
11:00-11:45am
Main Library

Join us in this phonics-based program where we'll introduce our earliest readers to the alphabet through individual letters or letter blends to help cultivate a love of reading and learning. 

Open to children ages 2-5 with their caregivers.

Button Maker for Kids
(In-Person)
Saturday, December 16
10:30-11:15am
Main Library

Learn how to use the button maker to create your own buttons! Bring your own pictures or draw your own custom picture.

For Ages 6 and Up.

Game Day for Tweens & Teens
(In-Person)
Tuesday, December 12
3:30-5:00pm
Main Library

We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch every Wednesday for some gaming fun!

Hang out, meet friends, play some video games, and eat snacks!

Ages 9 to 18. Registration encouraged but not required.

Game Day for Tweens & Teens
(In-Person)
Wednesday, December 13
3:30-5:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch every Wednesday for some gaming fun!

Hang out, meet friends, play some video games, and eat snacks!

Ages 9 to 18. Registration encouraged but not required.

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If you love the Library and all it has to offer, speak with a librarian at any of our branches about joining the Friends of the Edison Public Library, or click here for more information and to sign up!

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Main Library  | 340 Plainfield Ave, Edison, NJ 08817 -  (732) 287-2298
Clara Barton Branch | 141 Hoover Ave, Edison, NJ 08837 -  (732) 738-0096
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Board President - Patricia Massey                                                  
Library Director - Allan M. Kleiman
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