Edison Public Library: Next Week's Programs

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Week of April 6 through 12

Monday Morning Book Club
(Virtual)
Monday, April 7
10:00-11:00am
Zoom

This month's selection is The School for Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan.

Chair Yoga
(In-Person)
Monday, April 7
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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Job Search Support
(In-Person)
Monday, April 7
6:00-8:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join Alex from "The Career Ready Coach" to polish up your resume and get tips on finding and landing the job!

Open to Adults and Teens

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AARP Tax-Aide
(In-Person)
Tuesday, April 8
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.

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Feature Films: Movie Matinee
(In-Person)
Tuesday, April 8
10:30am-1:15pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for Gladiator II starring Connie Nielsen, Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal, and Joseph Quinn.

The Stories, Science, and History of Trees with Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming
(Virtual)
Tuesday, April 8
2:00-3:00pm
Zoom

Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming guides us through the secret world of trees as revealed in the beautiful and absorbing guide to the giants of the plant world—"The Tree Book."

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Learn How to Prepare with the American Red Cross.
(In-Person)
Tuesday, April 8
6:30-7:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

An American Red Cross volunteer will demonstrate disaster preparedness practices for common local emergencies such as storm safety, home fire prevention, earthquake safety, excessive heat precautions, water safety, and creating a preparedness kit.

Seasonal Eating & Ayurveda with Library Chef
(Virtual)
Tuesday, April 8
7:30-8:30pm

Join us for a special session with our guest nutritionist on the Ayurvedic practice of eating with the seasons. Discover how aligning your diet with nature’s rhythms can boost your health and well-being.

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Artist Roundtable
(In-Person)
Wednesday, April 9
7:00-8:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Share your ideas, experiences, thoughts or just come to listen and learn. This is an open format of sharing and discussion. We will have a facilitator for this in-person workshop.

Spring Awakening Through Meditation
(Virtual)
Wednesday, April 9
7:00-8:00pm
Zoom

Begin the Spring by learning a simple meditation technique that provides many benefits and fulfillment.

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Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, April 10
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 Kettle Klub: An Afternoon of Tea
(In-Person)
Thursday, April 10
1:00-2:00pm
Edison Senior Citizens Center

Meetings will feature tea-themed discussions. Interested in history? Types of tea? Who first put boiled water on leaves?! What does tea mean to you? Join us and come see what’s brewing!

This program is in partnership with and will be held at the Edison Senior Center located at 2963 Woodbridge Ave Edison, NJ 08837.

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Office Hours with a Health Insurance Navigator provided by Center For Family Services
(In-Person)
Friday, April 11
10:00am-2:00pm
Main Library

Uninsured, underinsured, or about to lose health insurance coverage? Come speak with a Health insurance Navigator during drop-in Office Hours.

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Computer Support: Drop-In
Digital Skills Learning Lab
(In-Person)
Friday, April 11
11:00am-2:30pm
Main Library

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

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Author Storytime: Nora Bruno
(In-Person)
Sunday, April 6
1:00-1:45pm
Main Library

Join us for a special afternoon with local author Nora Bruno as she reads from her delightful children's book, The Meow Brothers Find a Home.

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Take and Make: Hatching Egg
(In-Person)
Monday, April 7
All Branches
All Day

In honor of Spring arriving, put together a Hatching Egg Craft!

Supplies are limited and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Baby and Me
(In-Person)
Monday, April 7
10:30-11:15am
1907 Oak Tree Road

Parents and caregivers are welcome to join us for rhymes, songs, stories, and playtime.

Open to ages 0-2.

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Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, April 9
10:30-11:15am
1907 Oak Tree Road

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

Open to ages 2-5.

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Unicorn Party
(In-Person)
Wednesday, April 9
6:00-7:00pm
Main Library

We'll have fun-filled games, creative crafts, and captivating stories that will spark imaginations.

This enchanting event is perfect for young dreamers aged 3 - 11.

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Toddler Tales
(In-Person)
Thursday, April 10
10:00-10:30am
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 and their caregivers.

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Baby Bookworms
(In-Person)
Thursday, April 10
11:00-11:20am
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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Creative kids
(In-Person)
Thursday, April 10
11:00am-12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Creativity ignites a desire to learn and supports intellectual development across all subjects.

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Chess Club
(In-Person)
Saturday, April 12
11:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Sharpen your strategy and test your skills at the library's Chess Club!

Open to children ages 6 - 11.

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Youth Art Month Reception
(In-Person)
Saturday, April 12
11:00am-12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Children who participated in our bookmark contest are welcome to come for light refreshments and showcase their design and meet our winner and runner-up for our contest!

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Youth Art Month Reception
(In-Person)
Saturday, April 12
12:00-1:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Children who participated in our bookmark contest are welcome to come for light refreshments and showcase their design and meet our winner and runner-up for our contest!

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Youth Art Month Reception
(In-Person)
Saturday, April 12
2:00-2:30pm
Main Library

Children who participated in our bookmark contest are welcome to come for light refreshments and showcase their design and meet our winner and runner-up for our contest!

Book to Screen Club
(In-Person)
Saturday, April 12
2:00-4:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

This month's selection is Flora & Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo.

For ages 7-11 and their caregiver.

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STEAM Summit
(In-Person)
Sunday, April 6
2:30-4:30pm
Main Library

Experience the future of technology at the STEM SUMMIT with WeMake 4-H!

Open to grades 5-12.

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Junk Journaling
(In-Person)
Monday, April 7
3:00-4:30pm
Main Library

Learn how to repurpose old materials into unique, personalized journal pages. Supplies provided.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
(In-Person)
Monday, April 7
7:00-8:30pm
Main Library

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.

Ages 13 – 18.

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Game Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, April 8
3:00-4:45pm
Main Library

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

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Let's Collage!
(In-Person)
Tuesday, April 8
3:30-4:30pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Bring your friends and get crafty in our new space! We will supply magazines, stickers, glue and paper. Please bring anything else you would like to use.

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DIY Cupcake Decorating
(In-Person)
Thursday, April 10
3:00-4:10pm
Main Library

Join your friends in making the best cupcake and then eat it. Supplies are limited, so first come, first served!

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DIY Cupcake Decorating
(In-Person)
Friday, April 11
3:00-4:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join your friends in making the best cupcake and then eat it. Supplies are limited, so first come, first served!

Brainfuse | HelpNow

HelpNow offers live, on-demand online tutoring for students in grades kindergarten through college. Members can get instant academic assistance from expert tutors throughout the week.

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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 (Temporary Location) | 1907 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820 - (732) 548-3045

Board President - Anthony DePasquale
Library Director - Allan M. Kleiman