Edison Public Library: Next Week's Programs

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Week of February 16 through 22

AARP Tax-Aide
(In-Person)
Tuesday, February 18
9:30am-2:45pm
Main Library

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation to anyone off any age - especially if you are 50 or older and can't afford paid tax preparation.

I Am Nobody’s Slave: An Author Talk with Pulitzer Prize Finalist Lee Hawkins
(Virtual)
Tuesday, February 18
2:00-3:00pm
Zoom

Lee Hawkins talks about the examination of his family’s legacy of post-enslavement trauma and resilience in his riveting memoir, I Am Nobody's Slave: How Uncovering My Family’s History Set Me Free.

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Computer Support: Drop-In
Digital Skills Learning Lab
(In-Person)
Tuesday, February 18
3:30-7:00pm
North Edison Branch

Get support in: using digital devices, earning computer skills certificates, navigating computer programs,& online job search assistance.

Truth Be Told - Non-fiction Book Club
(Virtual)
Wednesday, February 19
12:00-1:00pm
Zoom

This month's selection is Endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery by Scott Kelly.

Intro to Computers Workshop
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 19
6:30-7:30pm
Main Library

Learn how to gain digital skills that are helpful for personal use and career & college advancement. Refreshments will be served!

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Mary Bowser - Union Spy
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 19
7:00-8:00pm
Main Library

Join us in celebrating Black History Month with a historical portrayal of Mary Bowser, a spy who used her photographic memory to relay Jefferson Davis’s plans to the Union army. Mary Bowser (aka Mary Richards or Mary Janes Richards Garvin) comes to life via her portrayal by Lorraine Stone.

Good FATS, Bad FATS with Library Chef
(Virtual)
Wednesday, February 19
7:30-8:30pm

Curious about fats and heart health? Join Library Chef's professional nutritionist for an insightful session on choosing the right fats for a healthier lifestyle!

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.

Tai Chi
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 20
1:00-2:00pm
North Edison Branch

Come learn about Tai Chi and its basic movements with Alex Spiewak from Tai Chi USA.

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Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 20
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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Computer Support: Drop-In
Digital Skills Learning Lab
(In-Person)
Friday, February 21
11:00am-2:30pm
North Edison Branch

Get support in: using digital devices, earning computer skills certificates, navigating computer programs,& online job search assistance.

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Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 19
10:30-11:15am
North Edison Branch

Parents and caregivers are welcome to join us for fun stories, songs, and rhymes!

Open to ages 2-5.

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Family Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 19
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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The Frog Prince Puppet Show
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 20
11:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Join us at the library for a performance of "The Frog Prince" for Tell a Fairy Tale Day!

This enchanting event is perfect for children ages 3 - 9.

Cooking with Ms. Jailene: Snowman Cookies
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 20
3:30-4:30pm
North Edison Branch

Join Ms. Jailene for a simple and fun cooking lesson to decorate snowman cookies.

Open to ages 5-10.

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Welcome Ramadan: A Storytime
(In-Person)
Friday, February 21
11:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Come celebrate at the library as we welcome Ramadan, the Islamic month of fasting, prayer, and gratitude!

For ages 2 - 9.

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Game Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, February 18
3:30-4:45pm
Main Library

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

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Teen Karaoke
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 19
3:00-4:00pm
North Edison Branch

Show off your singing skills!

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Cookie Decorating
(In-Person)
Friday, February 21
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Let's celebrate Valentine's Day by treating ourselves...with a cookie! Make it yours by decorating it however you feel!

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 - Anthony DePasquale
Library Director - Allan M. Kleiman