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Week of November 23 through 29

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Writers Circle: Writing Support Workshop
(In-Person)
Sunday, November 23
1:00-2:30pm
Main Library

Join this Writers Circle to practice your craft, share your work, and connect with fellow writers. Work on new or old pieces and grow your writing in a welcoming, creative space. All levels welcome!
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Flu, COVID, and RSV: What to Know This Fall
(In-Person)
Sunday, November 23
3:30-4:30pm
Main Library

As we enter respiratory virus season, this session will focus on prevention strategies, recognizing symptoms, and what to do if someone becomes sick.
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Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Monday, November 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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No Ordinary Man: The life of Billy Tipton as told by the trans community
(In-Person)
Monday, November 24
6:00-7:30pm
Main Library

The sensationalized life and death of a jazz pianist is recontextualized by the transgender community.
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Free Health Screening: American Preventive Screening and Education Association
(In-Person)
Tuesday, November 25
10:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

The APSEA’s trained volunteers will provide basic measurements—blood pressure, blood glucose, and BMI/fat percentage—along with preventive health education so you can get a jump on living your best life.
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Feature Films
(In-Person)
Tuesday, November 25
1:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Join us for Off the Grid starring Josh Duhamel, María Elisa Camargo, Peter Stormare, and Monya Tebji.
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The Bookies Book Club
(In-Person)
Tuesday, November 25
1:30-2:30pm
Main Library

This month's selection is The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid.
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Language Lounge: ESL Conversation Group
(In-Person)
Wednesday, November 26
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: Black and Blue on Broadway (1991)
(In-Person)
Wednesday, November 26
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, November 26
5:30-7:30pm
Main Library

Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.
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Fabric Wall Hanging
(In-Person)
Wednesday, November 26
6:00-7:30pm
Main Library

Make your own wall hanging using assorted fabric, ribbons and yarn. Decorate your home or office with your unique decor!

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Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, November 24
10:00-10:25am
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, November 24
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, November 24
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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Toddler Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, November 26
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, November 26
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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Magical Scratch Art
(In-Person)
Saturday, November 29
11:30am-12:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

Unleash your creativity with this mess-free Magical Rainbow Scratch Art. It's the perfect way to train hand-eye coordination and let your imagination shine without worrying about spills or stains.

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Magnet Making
(In-Person)
Monday, November 24
3:00-4:30pm
Main Library

Teens can make their own magnets using old books, magazines, construction paper and more!
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Game Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, November 25
3:00-4:45pm
Main Library

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

Monday, November 24
Yelencsics Park and Edison Senior Center 10:45am-11:45am
Residence at Roosevelt Park 2:00pm-3:00pm
Edison Glen Terrace
 3:30pm-4:30pm
Tuesday, November 25
North 8th Avenue 4:00pm-5:00pm
Oxford Arms & Victoria Park 6:15pm-7:15pm
Rivendell 7:30pm-8:30pm
Wednesday, November 26
Woodbrook Corners 3:30pm-4:30pm
Park Gate Apartments 6:15pm-7:15pm
Village Pointe
7:30pm-8:30pm
Thursday, November 27
No service in observance of Thanksgiving  

Home News Tribune – 1871 – Present
Read back issues of the Home News Tribune dating back to 1871. The collection consists of scanned images of original papers dating back to 1871. Gaps exist in the collection as it is still being scanned.
 
Note: Due to copyright restrictions, this service is only available inside an Edison Public Library branch.

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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Library Director - Allan M. Kleiman
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