Edison Public Library: Next Week's Programs

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The Main Library will be closed from January 13 through February 9 as we move into Phase 2 of our renovations. The North Edison Branch will be open on Sundays during this time from 12-5:00pm to accommodate our patrons.

Catalog Events Resources Hours Account Research

Week of January 12 through 18

Chair Yoga
(In-Person)
Monday, January 13
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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Drop-In Tech Help
(In-Person)
Tuesday, January 14
11:00am-12:00pm
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.

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Computer Support: Drop-In
Digital Skills Learning Lab
(In-Person)
Tuesday, January 14
3:30-7:00pm
North Edison Branch

Gain new skills in Microsoft programs, Google programs, Windows 11, email, typing and more!

Practice on your own or get help from our digital skills teacher!

Let’s talk about Broths with Library Chef
(Virtual)
Tuesday, January 14
7:00-8:00pm

Discover the secrets to crafting rich, aromatic broths that will elevate your soups and dishes. Get ready to enhance your culinary skills and tantalize your taste buds!

Prior to this class, please visit https://app.librarychef.com/ and create a free account. You will need an email address and your Library card number. Be sure to Secure Your Spot after clicking the Register button.

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Senior Game Day
(In-Person)
Wednesday, January 15
11:00am-12:00pm
North Edison Branch

Join us for an entertaining morning of fun and games!

Non-Fiction Book Club: Truth Be Told
(Virtual)
Wednesday, January 15
12:00-1:00pm
Zoom

Our first meeting will be a planning meeting where we will decide what books we'll be reading for the season.

Typing Workshop
Touch Typing: Getting to 35 Words Per Minute
(In-Person)
Wednesday, January 15
6:00-7:00pm
North Edison Branch

Join us for this 1-hour workshop designed to show you some tips & tricks to increase your typing speed!

All resources will be provided.

The Magic of Found Family: In Conversation with Author TJ Klune
(Virtual)
Wednesday, January 15
7:00-8:00pm
Zoom

Have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, Somewhere Beyond the Sea.

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Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, January 16
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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Office Hours with a Health Insurance Navigator provided by Center For Family Services
(In-Person)
Friday, January 17
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)

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Computer Support: Drop-In
Digital Skills Learning Lab
(In-Person)
Friday, January 17
11:00am-2:30pm
North Edison Branch

Gain new skills in Microsoft programs, Google programs, Windows 11, email, typing and more!

Practice on your own or get help from our digital skills teacher!

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Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, January 13
10:00-10:30am
North Edison Branch

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, January 13
11:00-11:30am
North Edison 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 and their caregivers.

Yarn Fun Craft
(In-Person)
Monday, January 13
6:00-7:00pm
North Edison Branch

Be cozy and warm in this cold winter weather by making colorful yarn crafts.

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Family Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, January 15
11:00-11:30am
Clara Barton Branch

Songs, rhymes, and stories introduce our youngest family members to the library and early literacy skills.

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Toddler Tales
(In-Person)
Thursday, January 16
10:00-10:30am
North Edison 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 and their caregivers.

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Baby Bookworms
(In-Person)
Thursday, January 16
11:00-11:20am
North Edison Branch

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

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SPIKE Robotics
(In-Person)
Saturday, January 18
2:00-3:00pm
North Edison Branch

Kids will learn important concepts of robotics, coding, and engineering through challenges and activities. Students will build and program robots to perform tasks.

For ages 6-11.

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Zodiac Origami
(In-Person)
Wednesday, January 15
2:30-3:30pm
North Edison Branch

It's the year of the snake—let's celebrate!

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New Years Self Reflection and Resolutions
(In-Person)
Thursday, January 16
3:00-4:00pm
North Edison Branch

Each year we seek to improve ourselves and what better way to do it alongside friends. Let's make this year a great one!

Girls Who Code
(Virtual)
Saturday, January 18
4:00-5:00pm
Zoom

Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!

Open to girls in grade 5 - 12.

Niche Academy

Niche Academy provides interactive multimedia tutorials on a variety of topics, such as learning commonly used programs like Windows and Gmail or understanding popular social media applications like Instagram and Snapchat. Niche Academy also has tutorials for other services and databases offered by the Edison Public Library.

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

Edison Public Library is welcoming, inclusive, and dedicated to excellence.

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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