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Week of May 4 through 10

Business and Bagels with Data Axle presented by Bill Carlson
(In-Person)
Monday, May 5
9:00-11:00am
Main Library

Join us for this free in-person training to learn how to use Reference Solutions by Data Axle to increase both the quantity and quality of sales leads.

Monday Morning Book Club
(Virtual)
Monday, May 5
10:00-11:00am
Zoom

In May, we'll be reading The Measure by Nikki Erlick.

Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Monday, May 5
10:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Practice speaking and listening in English, learn from each other, and build confidence in a welcoming environment. 
 
Open to all ages and skill levels. Light refreshments provided.

Computer Support: Drop-In
Earn new digital skills & certificates

(In-Person)
Monday, May 5
10:00am-12:30pm
Main Library

Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.

Chair Yoga
(In-Person)
Monday, May 5
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.

Shalom Bollywood: The Untold Story of Indian Cinema
(In-Person)
Monday, May 5
5:30-7:00pm
Main Library

SHALOM BOLLYWOOD reveals the unlikely story of the 2000 year old Indian Jewish community and its formative place in shaping the world’s largest film industry.

English Level 2 Course: ESL Intermediate
(In-Person)
Tuesday, May 6
10:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Learn more advanced English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12-week course meeting twice a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays).

Feature Films: Movie Matinee
(In-Person)
Tuesday, May 6
1:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for The Boys in the Boat starring Hadley Robinson, Courtney Henggeler, Joel Edgerton, Callum Turner, and Chris Diamantopoulos.

English Level 1 Course: ESL Beginner
(In-Person)
Tuesday, May 6
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

Begin learning English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12-week course meeting twice a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays).

Computer Support: Drop-In
Earn new digital skills & certificates

(In-Person)
Tuesday, May 6
4:00-5:00pm
Main Library

Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.

Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Wednesday, May 7
10:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Practice speaking and listening in English, learn from each other, and build confidence in a welcoming environment. 
 
Open to all ages and skill levels. Light refreshments provided.

Broadway Inspirations: Cabaret (1972)
(In-Person)
Wednesday, May 7
1:00-3:15pm
Main Library

Every week we celebrate the Great White Way with films that inspired or were inspired by Broadway!

How to Use Anxiety to Thrive with Dr. David H. Rosmarin
(Virtual)
Wednesday, May 7
2:00-3:00pm
Zoom

In this enlightening online webinar, you will learn how to use anxiety to become more self-accepting, connected to others, and resilient.

Advanced Formulas: Microsoft Excel
(In-Person)
Wednesday, May 7
6:30-8:30pm
Main Library

Looking to level up your Excel skills? Join us for a workshop that will introduce some of its most useful functions!

Burger Masterclass: Juicy, Flavorful & Fun with Library Chef
(Virtual)
Wednesday, May 7
7:30-8:30pm

Learn how to season, shape, and customize your burgers with tasty add-ins and pro tips to make every bite juicy and delicious!

Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, May 8
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.

Computer Support: Drop-In
Earn new digital skills & certificates

(In-Person)
Thursday, May 8
4:00-5:00pm
Main Library

Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.

Coffee Klatch Book Club
(In-Person & Virtual)
Thursday, May 8
7:00-8:00pm
Main Library & Zoom

Come ready for a lively discussion and a light nosh. We'll be discussing Intermezzo by Sally Rooney.

Office Hours with a Health Insurance Navigator
(In-Person)
Friday, May 9
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.

Coloring Connections: An Adult coloring group
(In-Person)
Friday, May 9
11:00am-12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Escape the daily hustle and find your inner artist! Join us for a relaxing adult coloring session.

Computer Support: Drop-In
Earn new digital skills & certificates

(In-Person)
Friday, May 9
11:00am-2:30pm
Main Library

Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.

Children's Book Week Scavenger Hunt
(In-Person)
All Week Beginning May 5
Clara Barton Branch
All Day

In honor of Spring arriving, put together a Hatching Egg Craft!
 
Complete a scavenger hunt of your favorite children's book characters for a fun surprise!

Take and Make: Mother's Day Flowers
(In-Person)
Monday, May 5
All Branches
All Day

Stop in any of our branches to bring home a take-and-make flower craft in honor of Mother's Day!

Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, May 5
10:00-10:30am
Main Library

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

Toddler Tales
(In-Person)
Monday, May 5
11:00-11:30am
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.

Special Storytime with Deputy Chief Dudash from Edison PD
(In-Person)
Monday, May 5
4:00-4:45pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for a special storytime with Deputy Chief Dudash from Edison Police Department to kick off Children's Book Week as he reads Horton Hears A Who and participate in a craft after!
 
Open to ages 5-13.

Pipe Cleaner Jewelry
(In-Person)
Monday, May 5
5:30-6:30pm
Main Library

Twist, shape, and design unique jewelry using pipe cleaners, beads, and buttons! Make rings, bracelets, and more—perfect for all ages and skill levels.

Brick Builders
(In-Person)
Monday, May 5
6:30-7:30pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join to play and build Lego® pieces into creative formations. Let your imagination soar to build amazing creations with our Lego® bricks.

Alphabet Soup
(In-Person)
Tuesday, May 6
10:45-11:30am
Main Library

Join us in this phonics-based program where we'll introduce our earliest readers to the alphabet through individual letters or letter blends.
 
Open to children ages 2-5 with their caregivers

Family Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, May 7
11:00-11:30am
Clara Barton Branch

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

Mothers Day Tea
(In-Person)
Wednesday, May 7
6:00-7:00pm
Main Library

Bring in your mothers, grandmothers, or caregivers to do a special craft, read some stories, and enjoy iced tea and cookies.
 
Open to children 3  to 11 with their caregivers.

Dinosaur and Unicorn Story Party
(In-Person)
Thursday, May 8
11:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Our Dinosaur and Unicorn Story Party program combines thrilling tales of mighty dinosaurs with enchanting narratives of sparkling unicorns. 
 
Open to children 0 - 9, and their families.

Pajama Storytime
(In-Person)
Saturday, May 10
11:00am-12:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for a special storytime while wearing our PJs and bring a stuffed animal friend!
 
For ages 2 and up. 

Pokemon Club: PokéManiacs
(In-Person)
Saturday, May 10
2:00-3:00pm
Main Library

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

Open to ages 5 - 11.

Book to Screen Club
(In-Person)
Saturday, May 10
2:00-4:30am
Clara Barton Branch

Check out the book, read it, and then we will watch the movie together to discuss it.
 
This month, we will watch The Lorax by Dr. Seuss.

Game Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, May 6
3:00-4:45pm
Main Library

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

DIY flower bouquet
(In-Person)
Saturday, May 10
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Make something handmade for Mother's Day! These flowers will never die.

The Star Ledger Collection

The Edison Public Library’s access to the Newark Star Ledger now includes full-page newspaper images, individual articles, and content only published online. Log in today with your library card and start searching the Newark Star Ledger Collection from News Bank.

The Edison Public Library now offers museum passes to adult patrons with a valid library card and photo ID. These passes allow either a free admission or a special discount access to museums across New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
 
Passes are available for pickup in-person only at the circulation desk at the specified Library branch.
 
For a list of all of the participating museums or for information on reserving passes, visit edisonpubliclibrary.org/museumpasses

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Main Library  | 340 Plainfield Ave, Edison, NJ 08817 -  (732) 287-2298
Clara Barton Branch | 141 Hoover Ave, Edison, NJ 08837 -  (732) 738-0096
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Board President - Anthony DePasquale                                                  
Library Director - Allan M. Kleiman
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