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Week of September 21 through 27

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Broadway Music & Dance with Singer & Entertainer Richard Stillman
(In-Person)
Sunday, September 21
2:00-3:00pm
Main Library

Singer, actor, dancer and multi-instrumentalist Richard Stillman will perform hit songs from classic Broadway shows.
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Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Monday, September 22
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 22
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

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

Chair Yoga
(In-Person)
Monday, September 22
2:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga, suitable for people of all ages and experience levels.
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Elvistory Showcase: The King of Rock n Roll
(In-Person)
Monday, September 22
6:00-7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us at the library for an exciting deep dive into the life of Elvis Presley, the King of Rock and Roll.
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Feature Films
(In-Person)
Tuesday, September 23
1:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for The Phoenician Scheme starring Mia Threapleton, Benicio del Toro, Scarlett Johansson, Michael Cera, Tom Hanks, and Bill Murray.
REGISTER

Intro to Sign Language
Adult Workshop
(In-Person)
Tuesday, September 23
6:00-7:30pm
Main Library

Get an intro to American Sign Language and Deaf culture from an ASL interpreter!
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Feature Films
(In-Person)
Tuesday, September 23
6:30-8:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for The Phoenician Scheme starring Mia Threapleton, Benicio del Toro, Scarlett Johansson, Michael Cera, Tom Hanks, and Bill Murray.
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Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Wednesday, September 24
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: Children of a Lesser God (1986)
(In-Person)
Wednesday, September 24
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

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

Make Homemade Honey Granola with Star Anise with Library Chef 
(Virtual)
Wednesday, September 24
7:00-8:00pm

Learn how to create crunchy, fragrant honey granola infused with warm star anise and cinnamon. Perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast, with tips to customize it with nuts, seeds, dried fruit, or chocolate!
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Tai Chi
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 25
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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Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 25
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.
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Computer Support: Drop-In
Earn new digital skills & certificates
(In-Person)
Friday, September 26
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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Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, September 22
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 22
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 22
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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Brick Builders
(In-Person)
Monday, September 22
6:00-7:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Let your imagination soar and build amazing creations with our LEGO® bricks.
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Loose Parts Play
(In-Person)
Tuesday, September 23
11:00-11:45am
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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Bilingual Storytime with Ms. Jailene
(In-Person)
Tuesday, September 23
4:00-4:30pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for an English and Spanish Storytime with Ms. Jailene. We will learn a new Spanish word at every storytime. 
 
Open to ages 5-10.
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Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, September 24
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 24
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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LEGO® Club
(In-Person)
Wednesday, September 24
6:00-7:00pm
Main Library

Explore your creativity and strengthen your building skills with LEGO® challenges for ages 6 - 11!
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Toddler Tales
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 25
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.
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Baby Bookworms
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 25
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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Hispanic Heritage Craft
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 25
3:30-5:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for a fun craft in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month!
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Brick Builders
(In-Person)
Friday, September 26
3:45-4:45pm
Clara Barton Branch

Let your imagination soar and build amazing creations with our LEGO® bricks.
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Zumba for Kids
(In-Person)
Saturday, September 27
11:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

This fun and energetic program combines awesome music with easy-to-follow dance moves, perfect for getting your body moving. 
 
Open to kids ages 5 - 12
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Hojalata Tin Art
(In-Person)
Saturday, September 27
11:00am-12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Learn about Mexican tin folk art and create your own simple version. No registration but attendance may be limited due to space.
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LEGO® Play!
(In-Person)
Saturday, September 27
11:00am-1:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for some LEGO® playing time.
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Movie Matinee: A Minecraft Movie
(In-Person)
Saturday, September 27
2:00-3:30pm
Main Library

Join us for a showing of A Minecraft Movie (Warner Bros., 2025, PG,) at the library!

Open to kids ages 3 - 11.

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Game Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, September 23
3:00-4:45pm
Main Library

We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
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Dog Therapy
(In-Person)
Thursday, September 25
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Life can be hard—relieve some school and life stressors by petting a friendly therapy dog!
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MCA Eagles Robotics Showcase
(In-Person)
Saturday, September 27
3:00-4:30pm
Main Library

Meet the members of the local MCA Eagles, and see our robot and what we do first hand. Learn what you can do for robotics in your community.

Monday, September 22
Patel Brothers 10:45am-11:45am
Village Court 2:15pm-3:15pm
Edison Village
 3:30pm-4:30pm
Tuesday, September 23
Oak Tree Village 3:30pm-4:30pm
Millbrook Village 6:15pm-7:15pm
Ridge Road & Meyer Road 7:30pm-8:30pm
Wednesday, September 24
Centerplace 3:45pm-4:45pm
Village Gate 6:15pm-7:15pm
Village Commons
7:30pm-8:30pm
Thursday, September 25
Waterford 3:30pm-4:30pm
Durham Woods 6:15pm-7:15pm
The Enclave 7:30pm-8:30pm

LinkedIn Learning
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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
 North Edison Branch (Temporary Location) | 1907 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820 - (732) 548-3045
Board President - Anthony DePasquale                                                  
Library Director - Allan M. Kleiman
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