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Week of September 14 through 20

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Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Monday, September 15
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
(In-Person)
Monday, September 15
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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Looking for America on the New Jersey Turnpike: A presentation with author Angus Gillespie
(In-Person)
Monday, September 15
6:00-7:00pm
Main Library

Angus Gillespie tells how the New Jersey Turnpike— America's 'widest and most traveled' road—has found its way into the minds, if not the hearts, of drivers and artists alike.
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Feature Films
(In-Person)
Tuesday, September 16
1:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for Juliet & Romeo starring Clara Rugaard, Rebel Wilson, Jason Isaacs, and Jamie Ward.
REGISTER

Honey: Beyond Tea with Library Chef
(Virtual)
Tuesday, September 16
7:30-8:30pm

Discover how to use honey beyond tea with versatile cooking, baking, and easy conversion tips to simplify your recipes.
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Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Wednesday, September 17
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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Broadway Inspirations: The Color Purple (2023)
(In-Person)
Wednesday, September 17
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

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

Our Failed Attempts to Make English Eezier to Spell with Author Gabe Henry
(Virtual)
Wednesday, September 17
2:00-3:00pm
Zoom

Come on a surprisingly hilarious journey with us and author Gabe Henry through the history of the English language, while we discuss troublemakers like Mark Twain who broke all the rules.
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Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 18
1:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Do you knit, crochet, or do needlework? Join the Clara Barton Knitting Circle for some friendly camaraderie. All experience levels are welcome. Please bring with you your supplies, patterns, etc.
REGISTER

Tai Chi
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 18
1:00-2:00pm
Main Library

Come learn about Tai Chi and its basic movements with Alex Spiewak from Tai Chi USA.
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In My Craft Era: Hojalata Tin Art
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 18
6:30-7:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

Explore a new art technique in this series for adults.
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Computer Support: Drop-In
Earn new digital skills & certificates
(In-Person)
Friday, September 19
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

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

Latin Dance Lesson: In Partnership with Scarlet Mambo Intermediate
(In-Person)
Saturday, September 20
1:00-2:30pm
Main Library

Join us for a Latin Dance lesson with local dance studio, Scarlet Mambo!
 
No experience necessary. Space is limited, and registration is required.

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Literacy Festival
(In-Person)
Sunday, September 14
1:00-4:00pm
Main Library

The Literacy Festival is for everyone with something exciting for all age groups! Explore the library for a fun-filled day of crafts, games, prizes, and more!
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Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, September 15
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. 
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Baby and Me
(In-Person)
Monday, September 15
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, September 15
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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Weaving Wonders
(In-Person)
Monday, September 15
6:30-7:30pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Discover Hispanic culture through craft. Create unique and colorful God's eye craft offering wonderful opportunity for creative expression and cultural appreciation.
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Loose Parts Play
(In-Person)
Tuesday, September 16
11:00-11:45pm
Clara Barton Branch

Foster your child's creativity in this open-ended free playtime. A variety of materials will be provided to spark play and interaction.

Suggested for ages 2+.
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Cooking with Ms. Jailene: Mexican Street Corn
(In-Person)
Tuesday, September 16
4:00-5:30pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us in making a fun dish in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month—Mexican Street Corn!
 
Open to ages 5-15.
 
If you are allergic to dairy, please let us know, as this dish requires dairy products.
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Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, September 17
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, September 17
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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Pokemon Club: PokéManiacs
(In-Person)
Wednesday, September 17
6:00-7:00pm
Main Library

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

Open to ages 5 - 11.
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Toddler Tales
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 18
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, September 18
11:00-11:30am
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, September 18
11:30am-12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join engaging activities to foster creativity in kids. Encourage your child to explore and try something new to develop their motor skills.
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Lego® Play!
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 18
3:30-5:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for some Lego® playing time.
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Talk Like a Pirate
(In-Person)
Friday, September 19
11:00-11:45pm
Main Library

We're celebrating Talk Like a Pirate Day at the library with a craft, a scavenger hunt, and learning how to talk like a pirate! 
 
Open to kids 2 - 5. 
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Coloring Connections
(In-Person)
Saturday, September 20
3:30-4:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join our mindful coloring program to find your calm and peace. This program offers a relaxing space to express your creativity and socialize with fellow community members.

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Build-Your-Own 2D Scene
(In-Person)
Monday, September 15
3:00-4:30pm
Main Library

Draw or use different colored and patterned paper to create your own world or scene on construction paper.
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DIY Alebrije
(In-Person)
Monday, September 15
3:00-4:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month and make your own Alebrije.
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Game Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, September 16
3:00-4:45pm
Main Library

We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
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Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
(In-Person)
Wednesday, September 17
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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EmpowerYou: Social Skills
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 18
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Learn about healthy and unhealthy relationships. Learn how to set and maintain your boundaries in all aspects of relationships (friends, parents, siblings, significant others, etc.) in this program presented by the Middlesex County NJ4S group.
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DIY Alebrije
(In-Person)
Friday, September 19
3:00-4:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month and make your own Alebrije.
REGISTER

Intro to Sign Language
(In-Person)
Saturday, September 20
2:00-3:30pm
Main Library

In recognition of Deaf Awareness Month, get an intro to American Sign Language and Deaf culture from an ASL interpreter! 

Monday, September 15
Keith Wold Johnson Child Care 10:15am-11:00am
Residence at Roosevelt Park  2:00pm-3:00pm
Edison Glen Terrace 3:30pm-4:30pm
Tuesday, September 16
John Kenny Child Care 2:30pm-3:15pm
North 8th Avenue 4:00pm-5:00pm
Oxford Arms & Victoria Park 6:15pm-7:15pm
Rivendell 7:30pm-8:30pm
Wednesday, September 17
Woodbrook Corners 3:30pm-4:30pm
Park Gate Apartments 6:15pm-7:15pm
Village Pointe
7:30pm-8:30pm
Thursday, September 18
Dogwood Meadows 2:15pm-3:00pm
Heatherwood Villas 3:30pm-4:30pm
Westgate Square 6:15pm-7:15pm
Westgate Square II 7:30pm-8:20pm

The Palace Project
The New Jersey State Library offers the Palace Project, a new digital library service, that offers access to free ebooks and audiobooks in one easy-to-use app for all residents of New Jersey. Through the Palace app, library users have access to over 20,000 items curated by the Digital Public Library of America and the New Jersey State Library. 
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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
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Board President - Anthony DePasquale                                                  
Library Director - Allan M. Kleiman
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