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Week of August 4 through 10

Monday Morning Book Club
(Virtual)
Monday, August 5
10:00-11:00am
Zoom

In August, we will be reading Stay True: A Memoir by Hua Hsu.

Health Insurance for Kids: How to Apply for NJ FamilyCare
(In-Person)
Monday, August 5
10:00-10:30am
North Edison Branch

Help is available for signing up your child for health insurance coverage or renewing coverage through NJ FamilyCare.

Drop-In Tech Help
(In-Person)
Monday, August 5
6:00-7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

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.

Coffee & Book Chat
(In-Person)
Tuesday, August 6
10:00-11:00am
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for our no-pressure book club! Come discuss your current reads, your favorite (or least favorite!) books, and get new recommendations from your fellow readers!

Meal Prep Hacks! with LibraryChef
(Virtual)
Tuesday, August 6
6:00-7:00pm

Make the most of your time in the kitchen. Short demo on how to maximize time in the kitchen.
 
Library Chef, a unique culinary journey, offers you the chance to enhance your kitchen skills with expert-led classes, all from the comfort of your home. Prior to this class, please visit https://app.librarychef.com/ and create a free account. You will need an email address and the Library's zip code (08817). Be sure to Secure Your Spot after clicking the Register button.

Navigating Our New Online Catalog
(In-Person)
Wednesday, August 7
1:00-1:30pm
North Edison Branch

A librarian will go over searching for an item, placing holds, how to access your account, and the new STELLA app.

Your All Access Pass Behind the Scenes at the Space Station with Smithsonian Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur
(Virtual)
Wednesday, August 7
2:00-3:00pm
Zoom

Step inside one of the greatest international achievements with a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur.

Summer Salads: Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with LibraryChef
(Virtual)
Wednesday, August 7
7:00-8:00pm

Eating lighter never tasted so good. Let’s discover summer salads together. Mediterranean quinoa salad with cucumbers and olives.
 
Library Chef, a unique culinary journey, offers you the chance to enhance your kitchen skills with expert-led classes, all from the comfort of your home. Prior to this class, please visit https://app.librarychef.com/ and create a free account. You will need an email address and the Library's zip code (08817). Be sure to Secure Your Spot after clicking the Register button.

Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 8
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

Superfoods Uncovered: Integrating Power Foods with LibraryChef
(Virtual)
Thursday, August 8
6:00-7:00pm

Discover how to easily incorporate superfoods into your daily routine for a healthier lifestyle!
 
Library Chef, a unique culinary journey, offers you the chance to enhance your kitchen skills with expert-led classes, all from the comfort of your home. Prior to this class, please visit https://app.librarychef.com/ and create a free account. You will need an email address and the Library's zip code (08817). Be sure to Secure Your Spot after clicking the Register button.

Office Hours with a Health Insurance Navigator provided by Center For Family Services
(In-Person)
Friday, August 9
10:00am-2:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Health Insurance Navigators are available to assist residents with enrolling in a health insurance plan through GetCoveredNJ or NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid)

Toddler Tales
(In-Person)
Monday, August 5
11:00-11:30am
Main Library

Children and their caregivers will use musical instruments in this fun-filled half-hour story time that includes books, rhymes and songs!
 
Open to children ages 2 - 5.

Summer Family Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, August 5
11:00-11:30am
North Edison Branch

Kids ages 0-9 and their caregivers are invited to our interactive story time!

Campfire Craft
(In-Person)
Tuesday, August 6
12:00-12:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us at the library where we will make some smores and build a campfire (out of paper, of course)! We'll have some great outdoor fun indoors! 
 
Open to children 3 - 9 and their families.

Science Camp: ages 6 - 11
(In-Person)
Wednesday, August 7
2:00-3:00pm
North Edison Branch

Observe, hypothesize, and experiment with us at the Edison Public Library Science Camp!
 
For kids ages 6-11.

Outer Space Exploration
(In-Person)
Wednesday, August 7
6:00-7:00pm
Main Library

Join us at the library for an adventure like no other! Decorate a space helmet, find some intergalactic creatures, and discover another world in the stars. 
 
Open to children ages 5  - 11.

Baby Bookworms
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 8
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. 

Science Camp: ages 6 - 11
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 8
2:00-3:00pm
Main Library

Observe, hypothesize, and experiment with us at the Edison Public Library Science Camp!
 
For kids ages 6-11.

Pokemon Club: PokéManiacs
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 8
6:00-7:00pm
North Edison Branch

Celebrate your love of Pokémon with fun crafts, games, and, of course, Pokémon card trading!
 
Open to ages 5 - 11.

STEAM Rangers
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 8
6:00-7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Learn about a science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics concept followed by a hands-on activity. 

Mario Party
(In-Person)
Friday, August 9
2:00-3:30pm
Main Library

The Mushroom Kingdom is back at the library! Join us for a family celebration of the Mario Bros. and their adventures with an obstacle course, crafts, a photo booth, Nintendo Switch gaming, and more.

Outer Space Exploration
(In-Person)
Saturday, August 10
2:00-3:00pm
North Edison Branch

Join us at the library for an adventure like no other! Decorate a space helmet, find some intergalactic creatures, and discover another world in the stars. 
 
Open to children ages 5  - 11.

Science Heroes: “Science Lab” with Talewise
(In-Person)
Monday, August 5
2:00-3:00pm
Main Library

Teens will work together to explore and investigate amazing science concepts using confetti cannons, soda bottles, nail polish remover, and more!

For Ages 12 to 18. Registration is not required, but space is limited to 30 seats.

MCA Eagles Robotics Showcase
(In-Person)
Monday, August 5
2:00-4:00pm
North Edison Branch

Meet the members of the local MCA Eagles, and see our robot and what we do first hand. Learn what you can do for robotics in your community.

Science Heroes: “Science Lab” with Talewise
(In-Person)
Monday, August 5
5:00-6:00pm
North Edison Branch

Teens will work together to explore and investigate amazing science concepts using confetti cannons, soda bottles, nail polish remover, and more!

For Ages 12 to 18. Registration is not required, but space is limited to 30 seats.

Game Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, August 6
3:00-4:45pm
Main Library

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

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

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 meetings at BOTH locations.
Ages 13 – 18.

Teen Summer Movie Series
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 8
3:15-4:45pm
Clara Barton Branch

It's summertime at the library. Beat the heat by sitting back and enjoying a movie with us!

Teen Ice cream party and trivia
(In-Person)
Friday, August 9
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Lets celebrate summer and national ice cream sandwich day by enjoying some ice cream!

Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her
(Virtual)
Friday, August 9
4:00-5:00pm
Zoom

In a series of 10 classes that will take place over the summer, STEM 4-Her will teach participants coding through activities and fun projects. Let's build a sisterhood of future female engineers!
 
Zoom links will be emailed to all registrants the week of the program.
 
Open to girls in grade 5 - 12.

WeMake 4-H: Forensics Lab
(In-Person)
Saturday, August 10
11:00am-12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Unleash your inner detective with WeMake 4-H by learning all about fingerprints.
 
Open to children in grades 5 - 12.

MCA Eagles Robotics Showcase
(In-Person)
Saturday, August 10
2:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Meet the members of the local MCA Eagles, and see our robot and what we do first hand. Learn what you can do for robotics in your community.

Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her
(Virtual)
Saturday, August 10
4:00-5:00pm
Zoom

In a series of 10 classes that will take place over the summer, STEM 4-Her will teach participants coding through activities and fun projects. Let's build a sisterhood of future female engineers!
 
Zoom links will be emailed to all registrants the week of the program.
 
Open to girls in grade 5 - 12.

LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning, formerly known as Lynda.com, is an online educational site that features thousands of courses and video tutorials that helps individuals grow business, technology, and creative skills.

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
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