Edison Public Library: Next Week's Programs

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Week of June 2 through 8

Monday Morning Book Club
(Virtual)
Monday, June 3
10:00-11:00am
Zoom

This month's selection is The Maid by Nita Prose.

For the Love of Mars: A Human History of the Red Planet with Smithsonian Curator Matt Shindell
(Virtual)
Monday, June 3
2:00-3:00pm
Zoom

For the Love of Mars surveys the red planet's place in the human imagination, beginning with ancient astrologers and skywatchers & ending in our present moment of exploration & virtual engagement.

Strawberry Sensations with Library Chef
(Virtual)
Wednesday, June 5
7:00-8:00pm

Let’s learn how to make delicious dressings. Strawberries are in season - let’s discover ways to use them! Strawberry avocado spinach salad with poppyseed dressing.

Prior to this class, please create a free account at https://app.librarychef.com You will need an email address and the Library's zip code (08817). Be sure to Secure Your Spot after clicking the Register button.

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Drop-In Tech Help
(In-Person)
Thursday, June 6
10:00-11:00am
Main Library

Need help with your smartphone, laptop, tablet, or other device? Stop by the library during one of our Drop-In Tech Help sessions for a one-on-one meeting with a librarian to help you get things sorted.

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Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, June 6
1:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Do you knit, crochet, or do needlework? Come join the Clara Barton Knitting Circle for some friendly camaraderie. All experience levels are welcome.

Please bring with you your supplies, patterns, etc. Open to adults only, no registration required.

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Baby Songs and Stories
(In-Person)
Monday, June 3
10:00-10:30am
Main Library

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

Open to children ages 0-24 months with their caregivers.

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Baby Songs and Stories
(In-Person)
Monday, June 3
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 0-24 months with their caregivers.

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Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, June 3
11:00-11:30am
Main Library

Come and hear some fun stories!

Kids ages 2-5 and their caregivers are welcome to join us for exciting tales and silly songs.

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Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, June 3
11:00-11:30am
North Edison Branch

Come and hear some fun stories!

Kids ages 2-5 and their caregivers are welcome to join us for exciting tales and silly songs.

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Donut Touch My Craft
(In-Person)
Wednesday, June 5
4:30-5:00pm
North Edison Branch

It's National Donut Day and though nothing is better than a sweet treat, we are celebrating by doing a donut inspired craft!

Open to ages 2 - 5.

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Pokemon Club: PokeManiacs
(In-Person)
Wednesday, June 5
6:00-7:00pm
Main Library

Celebrate your love of Pokémon with fun crafts, games, and, of course, Pokémon card trading!

Open to ages 5 - 11. Registration not required.

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Baby Bookworm
(In-Person)
Thursday, June 6
11:00-11:20am
Main Library

Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 18 months.

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LEGO Club
(In-Person)
Saturday, June 8
2:00-2:45pm
Main Library

Explore your creativity and strengthen your building skills with LEGO challenges for ages 6 - 11!

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
(In-Person)
Monday, June 3
7:00-8:30pm
Main Library

The starting point for teen volunteering at the Library. TAB gives teens a platform to direct and shape services and volunteer opportunities at the Edison Public Library. Meetings will take place monthly, and alternate between the North Edison Branch and the Main Library. TAB members can attend both meetings or one.

Ages 13 – 18. Registration required.

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Family Game Day
(In-Person)
Wednesday, June 5
3:30-5:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Each week we will play a popular Nintendo Switch title that may be rated E for everyone or E10+ for everyone ages ten and up.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
(In-Person)
Wednesday, June 5
7:00-8:30pm
North Edison Branch

Ages 13 – 18. Registration required.

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Teen Summer Scavenger Hunt
(In-Person)
Saturday, June 8
All Day
North Edison Branch

Can you find the summer themed items hidden in the library? Team up with friends to find the summer items hidden throughout the library!

Learning Express Hub

This site offers college admissions test preparation, including ACT, SAT, and AP plus other skill-building resources for classroom and homework success.

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The Friends of the Edison Public Library is looking to expand its membership. As a member of the Friends of the Edison Public Library, you can:

Volunteer for fundraising activities
Advocate for the library and its services
Just show your support for the library through your membership or donation

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!

Borrow e-books, audiobooks, and magazines at eLibraryNJ or through the Libby app
Watch films, documentaries, and Great Course classes at Kanopy
Take a class at LinkedIn Learning
Borrow music, comics, movies, and more at Hoopla
Read newspapers and magazines from over 100 countries on PressReader

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Locations
Main Library | 340 Plainfield Ave, Edison, NJ 08817 - (732) 287-2298
Clara Barton Branch | 141 Hoover Ave, Edison, NJ 08837 - (732) 738-0096
North Edison Branch | 777 Grove Ave, Edison, NJ 08820 - (732) 548-3045

Board President - Patricia Massey
Library Director - Allan M. Kleiman