Edison Public Library: Next Week's Programs

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Week of July 6 through 12

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

This month's selection is Don’t Forget to Write by Sara Goodman Confino.

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Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Monday, July 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.

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Computer Support: Drop-In
Earn new digital skills & certificates Skills
(In-Person)
Monday, July 7
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

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

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Our Lenape Heritage: The Sand Hill Indian Community
(In-Person)
Monday, July 7
6:00-7:00pm
Main Library

Claire Garland will discuss their history in Monmouth County during the last two centuries, and the current efforts in preserving Native American heritage & history.

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Feature Films
(In-Person)
Tuesday, July 8
1:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for The Apprentice starring Sebastian Stan, Jeremy Strong, and Maria Bakalova.

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Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Wednesday, July 9
1:00-3:00pm
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.

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Broadway Inspirations: The Picture of Dorian Gray (1945)
(In-Person)
Wednesday, July 9
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

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

The Els Are Coming: History of the NYC Elevated Subways
(Virtual)
Wednesday, July 9
6:00-7:00pm
Zoom

This one-hour zoom program presents the vast history of the New York Elevated Subway lines. Presented in vivid photographs by Oscar Israelowitz.

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Computer Support: Drop-In
Earn new digital skills & certificates Skills
(In-Person)
Wednesday, July 9
6:30-8:30pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

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

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Artist Roundtable
(In-Person)
Wednesday, July 9
7:00-8:00pm
Main Library

Share your ideas, experiences, thoughts or just come to listen and learn. This is an open format of sharing and discussion.

No-Bake Blueberry Lemon Bars with Library Chef
(Virtual)
Wednesday, July 9
7:00-8:00pm

Bright and tangy blueberry lemon bars—refreshing, easy, and perfect for summer.

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Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, July 10
1:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Do you knit, crochet, or do needlework? Join us for some friendly camaraderie. All experience levels are welcome. Please bring with you your supplies, patterns, etc.

Tai Chi
(In-Person)
Thursday, July 10
1:00-2:00pm
Main Library

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

Coffee Klatch Book Club
(Hybrid)
Thursday, July 10
7:00-8:00pm
Clara Barton Branch/Zoom

Come ready for a lively discussion and a light nosh. We'll be reading Entitlement by Rumaan Alam.

Professional Headshots
(In-Person)
Saturday, July 12
10:00am-1:00pm
Main Library

Looking for a new job? Want to elevate your professional image? Come get 2 free headshot photos!

Please note: you are required to sign up for a 15-minute appointment here- bit.ly/44gLIBh

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Storytime at Home
(In-Person)
Sunday, July 6
Main Library
While Supplies Last

It's the last day to grab some of our specially curated Storytime at Home book bundles!

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Color Our World- Community Art Display: Take and Make Art Piece
(In-Person)
Begins Monday, July 7
All through July
Main Library

Stop by anytime in July and decorate your own art piece on popsicle sticks! Use markers, stickers, or any other provided materials.

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Baby and Me
(In-Person)
Monday, July 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 Tales
(In-Person)
Monday, July 7
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.

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Art Club
(In-Person)
Monday, July 7
2:00-3:00pm
Main Library

Come get creative at the library's new Art Club for kids! Each week, we'll explore different art techniques and materials, from painting and drawing to sculpture and collage.

Open to kids 6 - 11.

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Lee's Circus Extravaganza!
(In-Person)
Monday, July 7
6:00-7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

A fun, interactive Juggling Extravaganza! Lee will juggle balls and pins, spin plates, and even jump rope on a unicycle!

Open to children ages 4 to 11 with a parent or caregiver.

Pipe Cleaner Sculptures
(In-Person)
Monday, July 7
6:00-7:30pm
Main Library

Use pipe cleaners to make your own figures, scenes and objects!

Open to all ages!

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Colorful Creations: Family Fun Evening
(In-Person)
Monday, July 7
6:30-7:30pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for a relaxing and fun family coloring experience! Bring the family for a night of colorful fun and artistic expression at the library.

Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third
(Preescolar a 2.º grado)
(Virtual)
Tuesday, July 8
2:00-3:00pm
Zoom

Acompaña al autor e ilustrador Raúl the Third mientras nos habla de su libro ¡Vamos! ¡A leer!

Drawing Your World with Raúl The Third
(PK-2nd Grade)
(Virtual)
Tuesday, July 8
4:00-5:00pm
Zoom

Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!

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Mystery Craft
(In-Person)
Tuesday, July 8
6:00-6:45pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us at the library for a summer-themed mystery craft!

Open to ages 6 - 11.

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Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, July 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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Family Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, July 9
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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Craft Time!
(In-Person)
Wednesday, July 9
2:00-3:30pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Stop in anytime to make a craft.

Open to ages 5-12.

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Shaved Ice with the Bookmobile
(In-Person)
Wednesday, July 9
Around Edison

Visit the bookmobile and stop inside to get a ticket for a frozen treat! (One ticket per person.)

Woodbrook Corners - 3:30-4:30pm
Village Pointe - 7:30-8:30pm

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Lee's Circus Extravaganza!
(In-Person)
Wednesday, July 9
6:00-7:00pm
Main Library

A fun, interactive Juggling Extravaganza! Lee will juggle balls and pins, spin plates, and even jump rope on a unicycle!

Open to children ages 4 to 11 with a parent or caregiver.

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Baby Bookworms
(In-Person)
Thursday, July 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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Family Movie: Finding Nemo
(In-Person)
Thursday, July 10
2:00-4:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for the showing of Finding Nemo.

Open to ages 5-13.

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LEGO® Play!
(In-Person)
Friday, July 11
11:00am-1:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for some LEGO® playing time.

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Superhero Cape Making
(In-Person)
Friday, July 11
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Unleash your inner hero at the library with our Superhero Cape Making program!

Open to ages 6 - 11.

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Brick Builders
(In-Person)
Saturday, July 12
3:00-4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

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

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NJ4S Interpersonal Skills and Professional Confidence
(In-Person)
Monday, July 7
3:45-4:45pm
Clara Barton Branch

Develop your life skills with Laurie Kiley from Middlesex County NJ4S Hub.

Ages 14-18

Pipe Cleaner Sculptures
(In-Person)
Monday, July 7
6:00-7:30pm
Main Library

Use pipe cleaners to make your own figures, scenes and objects!

Open to all ages!

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

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

Learn how to make Mango Lassi
(In-Person)
Wednesday, July 9
5:30-6:30pm
Main Library

In this workshop, participants will learn to make the popular cool drink—mango lassi.

Registration is required, and space is limited! Ages 11-14.

Learn how to make Mango Lassi
(In-Person)
Wednesday, July 9
7:30-8:30pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

In this workshop, participants will learn to make the popular cool drink—mango lassi.

Registration is required, and space is limited! Ages 11-14.

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DIY- Handmade Postcards
(In-Person)
Thursday, July 10
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Color your world by making your own color scratch postcards. Make yours to keep or make one for the library to give out.

Tweens 11-14

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NJ4S Interpersonal Skills and Professional Confidence
(In-Person)
Friday, July 11
3:00-4:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Develop your life skills with Laurie Kiley from Middlesex County NJ4S Hub.

Ages 14-18

Library Speaker’s Consortium

Dive into stories with bestselling authors! Join our free online talks, featuring top names in fiction & non-fiction. Expand your horizons, all from your comfy chair.

ACCESS

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.

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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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