Edison Public Library: Next Week's Programs

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Week of February 15 through 21

Language Lounge- English Learning Group: Communication Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, February 17
10:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Practice English in a welcoming environment. All levels are welcome, however Tuesday sessions are geared towards intermediate and advanced levels.

No registration required. Space is limited each day so please arrive early.

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Artist Roundtable
(In-Person)
Tuesday, February 17
12:30-1:30pm
Main Library

Some of the topics we will discuss include: Intellectual property, marketing, exhibiting, finding your voice, finding your audience, galleries, finding organizations or associations, grants, licensing and much more.

How to Use Today's AI Tools to Simplify Business
(In-Person)
Tuesday, February 17
7:00-8:30pm
Main Library

Take a deep dive into how AI tools can be leveraged to simplify your daily business tasks, enhance productivity, and bring a new level of efficiency to professional endeavors.

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Language Lounge- English Learning Group: Grammar Day
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 18
10:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Practice English in a welcoming environment. All levels are welcome, however Wednesday sessions are geared towards beginner and intermediate levels.

No registration required. Space is limited each day so please arrive early.

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Language Lounge- English Learning Group: Newcomer Day
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 18
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

Are you new to learning English or to the U.S.? Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to start your learning journey and become acclimated to the U.S.

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Digital Skills: Drop-In
Learn new skills & gain certificates
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 18
5:30-8:30pm
Main Library

Get support in using tech devices and online digital programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use for email, typing, Microsoft programs, Google programs, Windows 11 and more!

Breathwork Basics with Audra: A Wellness Pop Up Session with Library Chef
(Virtual)
Wednesday, February 18
7:30-8:00pm

Learn simple techniques to reduce stress, boost focus, and improve overall wellbeing through mindful breathing exercises.

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Language Lounge- English Learning Group: Grammar Day
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 19
10:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Practice English in a welcoming environment. All levels are welcome, however Thursday sessions are geared towards intermediate and advanced levels.

No registration required. Space is limited each day so please arrive early.

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United Way Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 19
10:00am-12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

2025 tax preparation by United Way Central Jersey VITA. Please visit https://uwcjvitataxappt.as.me/ to make an appointment or call 732 247 3727 and ask for VITA.

Truth Be Told: Non-fiction Book Club
(Virtual)
Thursday, February 19
12:00-1:00pm
Zoom

This month's selection is Big Dirty Money: The Shocking Injustice and Unseen Cost of White Collar Crime by Jennifer Taub.

Tai Chi
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 19
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, February 19
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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Digital Skills: Drop-In
Learn new skills & gain certificates
(In-Person)
Friday, February 20
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

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

From Idea to Reality
(In-Person)
Saturday, February 21
11:00am-1:00pm
Main Library

This follow-up session helps participants begin turning their concept into a tangible plan. Subjects include basic financial considerations, operational needs, marketing essentials, and next steps for launching a business.

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Jazz Legends A to Z: Presented by Kahlil Kwame Bell
(In-Person)
Saturday, February 21
2:00-3:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Kahlil Kwame Bell weaves short, live musical demonstrations throughout the program—using rhythm, percussion, and recorded musical excerpts—to introduce and illustrate the contributions of key jazz legends from A to Z.

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Ramadan Storytime: Alya and the Eid Moon with author Aysha Lakhani
(In-Person)
Sunday, February 15
2:00-3:00pm
Main Library

Join us for a special Ramadan storytime feature author Aysha Lakhani as we reads her book Alya and the Eid Moon.

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Loose Parts Play
(In-Person)
Tuesday, February 17
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.

Materials provided may include small pieces. Suggested ages 2+. Parental supervision is required.

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Family Storytime
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 18
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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Itty-Bitty Crafters: Year of the Horse
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 18
11:00-11:30am
1907 Oak Tree Road

Children ages 2–5 and their caregivers are invited to drop in and make a Lunar New Year craft using red paint and glitter!

Dress for a mess!

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Mindful Drawing
(In-Person)
Saturday, February 21
2:30-3:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

Enjoy creating beautiful images with this easy-to-learn method of simple repetitive patterns to relax your mind.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 18
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.

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Tween Trivia
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 19
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Think you know the most about music, movies, and all things pop culture? Put your skills to the test alongside other tweens!

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Dive into Rockets with Team Mach LightSpeed
(In-Person)
Friday, February 20
4:00-5:00pm
Main Library

Learn about the American Rocketry Challenge as well as Rockets4Schools competitions and how to be a part of a rocketry team!

Monday, February 16

No Service

Library closed in observance of Presidents' Day

Tuesday, February 17

North 8th Avenue	4:00pm-5:00pm
Oxford Arms & Victoria Park	6:15pm-7:15pm
Rivendell	7:30pm-8:30pm

Wednesday, February 18

Woodbrook Corners	3:30pm-4:30pm
Park Gate Apartments	6:15pm-7:15pm
Village Pointe	7:30pm-8:30pm

Thursday, February 19

Heatherwood Villas	3:30pm-4:30pm
Westgate Square	6:15pm-7:15pm
Westgate Square II	7:30pm-8:20pm

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

Reading to your child has been scientifically shown to have numerous benefits, and the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten was designed to incentivize parents to give their children a head start.

Signing up for 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is easy to do through our Beanstack program, which also allows you to track the books you’ve read. For every 100 books, parents can earn a virtual badge and also claim a prize from their local Edison Public Library branch.

For more information or to collect your welcome package for joining, stop into any EPL branch.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Edison Public Library.

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