Edison Public Library: Next Week's Programs

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The Main Library will be closed beginning Monday, August 19 for approximately 2 weeks. During this time, all holds can be picked up from the Clara Barton Branch.

Catalog Events Resources Hours Account Research

Week of August 18 through 24

A Salute to Molly Picon with Diane Cypkin
(In-Person)
Sunday, August 18
2:00-3:00pm
Main Library

Molly Picon was the First Lady of the Yiddish Stage during its heyday in the 20s & 30s. In this hour-long presentation, Dr. Cypkin will trace the highlights of Picon’s lengthy career.

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Navigating Our New Online Catalog
(In-Person)
Monday, August 19
6:00-6:45pm
Clara Barton Branch

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

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Drop-In Tech Help
(In-Person)
Tuesday, August 20
10:00-11:00am
Clara Barton Branch

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.

An Exploration of Friendship, Reckoning, and Hope with novelist Shelby Van Pelt
(Virtual)
Wednesday, August 21
7:00-8:00pm
Zoom

New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt chats about her novel Remarkably Bright Creatures with a deep-dive exploration of friendship, reckoning, hope, and so much more!

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Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 22
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

The Power of Kindness, Resilience & Hope in the World We Live in Today
(Virtual)
Thursday, August 22
7:00-8:00pm
Zoom

A major part of what helps us to be more resilient are some of our best qualities already within us - particularly our strengths of gratitude, kindness, and hope.

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Songs of Summer Senior Karaoke
(In-Person)
Saturday, August 24
2:00-4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Sing your heart out to all your favorite songs!

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Science Heroes: “Adventure of the Lost Treasure”
(In-Person)
Monday, August 19
10:00-11:00am
Clara Barton Branch

Experience the fusion of science and stories with Science Heroes: “Adventure of the Lost Treasure”!

For Ages 5 to 11 with a parent/caregiver.

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Littlest Literary Adventures
(In-Person)
Monday, August 19
10:00-10:30am
North Edison Branch

We will enjoy stories, songs, and bounces to start off the week on a high note.

This program is designed for infants and babies from 0 - 18 months old.

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Summer Family Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, August 19
11:00-11:30am
North Edison Branch

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

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Science Heroes: “Adventure of the Lost Treasure”
(In-Person)
Monday, August 19
1:00-2:00pm
North Edison Branch

Experience the fusion of science and stories with Science Heroes: “Adventure of the Lost Treasure”!

For Ages 5 to 11 with a parent/caregiver.

Health For Humanity: Heart Health, CPR & AED Awareness for Students
(In-Person)
Tuesday, August 20
2:00-3:00pm
North Edison Branch

Join Agastya and Hrishi from Health For Humanity for an introduction to the basics of heart health and First Aid for students.

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Science Camp: ages 6 - 11
(In-Person)
Wednesday, August 21
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.

Creative Crafty Kids
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 22
11:30am-12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Bend and twist your imagination and creativity with soft flexible pipe cleaners to create your own colorful craft items.

Ready, Set, Kindergarten
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 22
6:00-7:00pm
North Edison Branch

Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, songs, and school supplies!

Open to children entering 2024-25 kindergarteners and their caregivers.

Ready, Set, Kindergarten
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 22
6:00-7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, songs, and school supplies!

Open to children entering 2024-25 kindergarteners and their caregivers.

Health For Humanity: Heart Health, CPR & AED Awareness for Students
(In-Person)
Friday, August 23
2:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join Agastya and Hrishi from Health For Humanity for an introduction to the basics of heart health and First Aid for students.Clara Barton

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Harry Potter Party
(In-Person)
Saturday, August 24
2:00-4:00pm
North Edison Branch

We’re turning the library into Hogwarts!

Open to children ages 3 - 11.

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Family Game Day
(In-Person)
Wednesday, August 21
3:30-4:30pm
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.

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Teen Harry Potter Party
(In-Person)
Wednesday, August 21
3:35-4:45pm
North Edison Branch

Get sorted, Make wands, Have FUN

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MCA Eagles Robotics Showcase
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 22
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.

The Star Ledger Collection

The Edison Public Library’s access to the Newark Star Ledger now includes full-page newspaper images, individual articles, and content only published online. Log in today with your library card and start searching the Newark Star Ledger Collection from News Bank.

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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