Edison Public Library: Next Week's Programs

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Week of October 20 through 26

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Chair Yoga
(In-Person)
Monday, October 21
2:00-3:00 pm
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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Drop-In Tech Help
(In-Person)
Tuesday, October 22
10:00-11:00 am
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.

Take Control of Your Health: Chronic Disease Self Management
(In-Person)
Tuesday, October 22
1:00-3:30 pm
North Edison Branch

If you have a chronic condition such as arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, or other please join us!

Maybe You Should Talk To Someone: Examining the Truths We Tell Ourselves with Lori Gottlieb
(Virtual)
Tuesday, October 22
2:00-3:00 pm
Zoom

Join us as Lori Gottlieb shares her wisdom on examining the truths and fictions we tell ourselves to help us break through what is holding us back and getting in the way of living the life we desire.

Honeybees: A Powerful Pollinator
(In-Person)
Wednesday, October 23
1:30-2:30 pm
Main Library

Beekeeping equipment, visuals, and tools are included in this discussion.

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Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, October 24
1:00-3:00 pm
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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Friends of the Edison Public Library Book & Bake Sale
(In-Person)
Thursday, October 24
5:00-8:00 pm
North Edison Branch

Friends of the Edison Public Library Members-Only Pre-sale

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Flashback Fridays
(In-Person)
Friday, October 25
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Main Library

Join us for Young Frankenstein starring Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle, Marty Feldman, Madeline Kahn, and Cloris Leachman.

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Friends of the Edison Public Library Book & Bake Sale
(In-Person)
Friday, October 25
10:00 am-8:00 pm
North Edison Branch

Support the Edison Public Library while treating yourself to a few new-to-you books and some tasty treats.

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Friends of the Edison Public Library Book & Bake Sale
(In-Person)
Saturday, October 26
10:00 am-5:00 pm
North Edison Branch

Support the Edison Public Library while treating yourself to a few new-to-you books and some tasty treats.

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Celebrate Diwali with Priya Kumari
(In-Person)
Sunday, October 20
2:00-4:00 pm
Main Library

Families are invited to enjoy a vibrant afternoon filled with cultural activities, curated by award-winning children's author, Priya Kumari.

Registration is not required, but space is limited to 40 seats.

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Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, October 21
10:00-10:30 am
Main Library

Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months.

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Toddler Tales
(In-Person)
Monday, October 21
11:00-11:30 am
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.

Creative Spooky Craft
(In-Person)
Monday, October 21
6:00-6:30 pm
North Edison Branch

Twist and bend your imagination to create not-so-spooky colorful craft with paper and pipe cleaners. Ages 5 - 10.

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Celebrate Diwali with Priya Kumari
(In-Person)
Monday, October 21
6:00-8:00 pm
Clara Barton Branch

Families are invited to enjoy a vibrant afternoon filled with cultural activities, curated by award-winning children's author, Priya Kumari.

Registration is not required, but space is limited to 40 seats.

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Imagination Station
(In-Person)
Tuesday, October 22
11:00-11:30 am
Main Library

Through a variety of hands-on activities, children will explore different art mediums, develop fine motor skills, and express their unique imaginations.

Open to children ages 2 - 5.

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Not So Spooky Tales & Craft
(In-Person)
Wednesday, October 23
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Clara Barton Branch

Stories, songs, and crafts celebrating spooky season. Ages 2-5.

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Pokemon Club: PokéManiacs
(In-Person)
Wednesday, October 23
6:00-7:00 pm
Main Library

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

Open to ages 5 - 11.

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Baby Bookworms
(In-Person)
Thursday, October 24
11:00-11:15 am
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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Diwali: Festival of Lights
(In-Person)
Saturday, October 26
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Main Library

Join us for a special Diwali program at the library.

Open to children ages 3 - 9.

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Which Paranormal Creature are you?
(In-Person)
Monday, October 21
3:00-4:00 pm
Main Library

Vampire,Werewolf, Kitsune, Zombie - find out which one you are and have your kind face against others in this olympic style game!

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Game Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, October 22
3:00-4:45 pm
Main Library

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

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Teen Honey Heist Game
(In-Person)
Wednesday, October 23
3:00-4:00 pm
North Edison Branch

You play as a team of bears who must work together to get honey- whats not to love? Let luck decide what type of Bear you’ll be and what Hat you’ll wear.

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Tween/Teen Ghost Scavenger Hunt
(In-Person)
Thursday, October 24
All Day
North Edison Branch

Ghosts are Haunting the Library! If they aren't all captured they are sure to cause havoc! Help us capture them all and get rewarded for your help.

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The Edison Library Graveyard: A Haunted House
(In-Person)
Saturday, October 26
7:30-9:00 pm
Main Library

Enter at your own risk as we tell the chilling story of how the Edison Public Library became the Edison HAUNTED Library!

Open to children and teens ages 9 - 17.

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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