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Week of October 26 through November 1

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Caring for Elderly Loved Ones
(In-Person)
Sunday, October 26
3:30-4:30pm
Main Library

This session will provide practical strategies for supporting aging family members, including ideas for safe daily activities, simple exercises, and ways to promote independence while ensuring safety.
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Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Monday, October 27
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.
REGISTER

Thrifty & Tidy with Jamie Novak
(Virtual)
Monday, October 27
6:00-7:00pm
Zoom

Log on with expert organizer and author Jamie Novak when she reveals ten easy organization tips to stop wasting money. 
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More Edgar Allan Poe Dramatic Readings
(In-Person)
Monday, October 27
6:00-7:00pm
Main Library

Retired high school teacher and former preservationist of the Stephen Crane House, Frank D’Alessandro, will haunt us with dramatic readings of some of Poe’s most beloved and enduring works: The Black Cat and The Cask of Amontillado.
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Feature Films
(In-Person)
Tuesday, October 28
1:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for The Life of Chuck starring Tom Hiddleston, Mia Sara, Jacob Tremblay, Karen Gillan, and Mark Hamill.
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The Bookies Book Club
(In-Person)
Tuesday, October 28
1:30-2:30pm
Main Library

This month's selection is How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin.
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Feature Films
(In-Person)
Tuesday, October 28
6:30-8:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for The Life of Chuck starring Tom Hiddleston, Mia Sara, Jacob Tremblay, Karen Gillan, and Mark Hamill.
REGISTER

Deadly Drafts: A Slasher-Inspired Fiction Writing Series
(In-Person)
Tuesday, October 28
6:30-8:00pm
Main Library

Session #2 of this writing series, where we will fine-tune our writing from the previous session, OR share your previously written stories to receive feedback.
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Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Wednesday, October 29
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 Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
(In-Person)
Wednesday, October 29
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

Every week we celebrate the Great White Way with films that inspired or were inspired by Broadway!
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Computer Support: Drop-In
Earn new digital skills & certificates
(In-Person)
Wednesday, October 29
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

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

Courtly Intrigue and Whispers as Weapons with Historical Fiction Queen Philippa Gregory
(Virtual)
Wednesday, October 29
2:00-3:00pm
Zoom

We invite you to sit down with us for an intriguing conversation with Philippa Gregory, the “queen of British historical fiction,” about her newest novel, Boleyn Traitor.
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Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, October 30
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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Tai Chi
(In-Person)
Thursday, October 30
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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Introduction to Embroidery
(In-Person)
Thursday, October 30
6:00-7:00pm
Main Library

Learn the basics of embroidery in this beginner-friendly class! We’ll cover simple stitches and techniques to create your own stitched designs.
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Computer Support: Drop-In
Earn new digital skills & certificates
(In-Person)
Friday, October 31
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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Harmonies Across Cultures: A Musical Journey with Arjun Ayyangar & Saketh Prabha
(In-Person)
Saturday, November 1
2:00-3:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for a captivating afternoon of music that spans rich and diverse cultures. Arjun Ayyangar, a virtuoso multi-instrumentalist, will take you on a musical journey blending Western and Indian classical traditions.

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The Edison Public Library Graveyard: A Haunted House
(In-Person)
Sunday, October 26
7:30-9:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Enter at your own risk as we tell the chilling story of how the Edison Public Library became the Edison HAUNTED Library!
 
Open to children and teens ages 6 - 17.
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Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, October 27
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, October 27
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, October 27
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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Spooktacular Pipe Cleaner Creations
(In-Person)
Monday, October 27
6:30-7:30pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Get ready to bend and twist some not-so-spooky pipe cleaner crafts.
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Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, October 29
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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LEGO® Club
(In-Person)
Wednesday, October 29
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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Spooky Toddler Tales
(In-Person)
Thursday, October 30
10:00-10:30am
Main Library

Join us at the library for a spooky version of our beloved Toddler Storytime program with a costume parade around the library afterwards.
 
Costumes encouraged but not required. 
 
Open to children ages 2 - 5 and their caregivers.
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LEGO® Play!
(In-Person)
Thursday, October 30
3:00-5:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for some afterschool fun of LEGO® playing time.
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Spooktacular Pipe Cleaner Creations
(In-Person)
Monday, October 27
3:30-4:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

Get ready to bend and twist some not-so-spooky pipe cleaner crafts.
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Trick-or-Treat around the Library
(In-Person)
Friday, October 31
All Day
All Branches

Come trick-or-treat in the library! Wear your costumes and bring your candy bags to get some nice treats!
 
Open to children ages 0 - 11. Costume highly encouraged (but not required)!
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All Month Scavenger Hunt
(In-Person)
Saturday, November 1
1907 Oak Tree Road
All Month

Join us for an all-month scavenger hunt! Stop in any time of the day while the library is open to complete the scavenger hunt for a chance to win a prize.
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Monster Feelings: Miss Ann Gree Author Storytime & Craft
(In-Person)
Saturday, November 1
11:00am-12:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join Author Jennie Misko and Illustrator Ruhaan Khatri for a read-aloud of their NEW book Monster Feelings: Miss Ann Gree in celebration of Picture Book Month!  
 
For for ages 3-11.
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Fall Into Coloring
(In-Person)
Saturday, November 1
2:30-3:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for a cozy afternoon of creativity! Grab your favorite color and dive into a world of pumpkins, falling leaves, and more.

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Beaded Bracelets
(In-Person)
Monday, October 27
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Design your own beaded bracelets! Choose from a variety of beads and charms to create unique jewelry you can wear or gift.
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Game Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, October 28
3:00-4:45pm
Main Library

We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
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Tween Tarot Workshop
(In-Person)
Wednesday, October 29
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Do you want to learn how to use tarot cards but don't know where to start? Discover the meaning of each individual card and how to interpret the cards you pull. Beginners welcome, and a tarot deck will be provided. 
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The Adventurers Guild: Dungeons and Dragons
(In-Person)
Thursday, October 30
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons and go on a fun, imaginative adventure.
 
Open to tweens 11 - 14.
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Tween/Teen Take and Make Junk Journal
(In-Person)
Saturday, November 1
All Branches
All Day

Take a mini journal and fill your pages with travel memories, daily reflections, or random bits from your everyday life!
 
Supplies are limited and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

Monday, October 27
Yelencsics Park & Edison Senior Center 10:45am-11:45am
Residence at Roosevelt Park  2:00pm-3:00pm
Edison Glen Terrace 3:30pm-4:30pm
Tuesday, October 28
North 8th Avenue 4:00pm-5:00pm
Oxford Arms & Victoria Park 6:15pm-7:15pm
Rivendell 7:30pm-8:30pm
Wednesday, October 29
Woodbrook Corners 3:30pm-4:30pm
Park Gate Apartments 6:15pm-7:15pm
Village Pointe
7:30pm-8:30pm
Thursday, October 30
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

eLibrary NJ & Libby
Book lovers and Library card holders have access to an additional collection of popular ebooks, audiobooks, and videos, all of which can be accessed through the free Libby app (available on App Store and Google Play).
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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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