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 25 through 31

Chair Yoga
(In-Person)
Monday, August 26
2:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga, suitable for people of all ages and experience levels. Sessions will be held on a bi-weekly basis. Registration is required.

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Movie Matinee
(In-Person)
Tuesday, August 27
10:00am-12:15pm
Clara Barton Branch

We're showing The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, starring Tom Wilkinson, Maggie Smith, Judi Dench, Bill Nighy, and Dev Patel.

The Bookies Book Club
(In-Person)
Tuesday, August 27
1:30-2:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

This month, we're reading The Magnolia Palace by Fiona Davis.

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Drop-In Tech Help
(In-Person)
Wednesday, August 28
1:00-2:00pm
North Edison 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.

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Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 29
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

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80s Music Bingo
(In-Person)
Friday, August 31
11:00am-12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Rock out to classic 80s music while enjoying a few rounds of bingo!

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Littlest Literary Adventures
(In-Person)
Monday, August 26
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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Toddler Tales
(In-Person)
Monday, August 26
11:00-11:30am
Clara Barton Branch

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.

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Summer Family Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, August 26
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 Camp: ages 6 - 11
(In-Person)
Wednesday, August 28
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.

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Pokemon Academy: The Battle Against Team Rocket
(In-Person)
Wednesday, August 28
6:00-7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

It's happened again: Pokémon are loose in the library! We're calling all Pokemon trainers to help us find them all!

Open to ages 3 - 11.

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Baby Bookworms
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 29
11:00-11:20am
Clara Barton Branch

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

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Science Camp: ages 6 - 11
(In-Person)
Thursday, August 29
3:30-4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Observe, hypothesize, and experiment with us at the Edison Public Library Science Camp!

For kids ages 6-11.

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End of Summer Magic with Steve Woyce
(In-Person)
Saturday, August 31
10:30-11:15am
North Edison Branch

Join Magician and Family Entertainer Steve Woyce for a magical adventure at the library.

Open to Children ages 3 to 11 with a parent or caregiver.

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End of Summer Magic with Steve Woyce
(In-Person)
Saturday, August 31
1:00-1:45pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join Magician and Family Entertainer Steve Woyce for a magical adventure at the library.

Open to Children ages 3 to 11 with a parent or caregiver.

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End of Summer Magic with Steve Woyce
(In-Person)
Saturday, August 31
3:30-4:15pm
North Edison Branch

Join Magician and Family Entertainer Steve Woyce for a magical adventure at the library.

Open to Children ages 3 to 11 with a parent or caregiver.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
(In-Person)
Monday, August 26
7:00-8:30pm
Clara Barton 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.

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Teen Summer Movie Series
(In-Person)
Wednesday, August 28
3:20-4:45pm
North Edison Branch

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

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Family Game Day
(In-Person)
Wednesday, August 28
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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MCA Eagles Robotics Showcase
(In-Person)
Friday, August 30
2:00-4:00pm
Clara Barton 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.

Ages 12-19

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