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Week of February 22 through 28

AARP Foundation Tax Preparation Assistance
(In-Person)
Monday, February 23
9:30am-4:00pm
Main Library

AARP is offering free in-person, same-day Tax Preparation and Filing for low- and moderate-income taxpayers of any age with special attention given to seniors 60 and above.

Language Lounge- English Learning Group: Communication Day
(In-Person)
Monday, February 23
10:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Practice English in a welcoming environment. All levels are welcome, however, Mondays are geared towards beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are geared towards intermediate and advanced levels.
 
No registration required. Space is limited each day so please arrive early.

Language Lounge- English Learning Group: Newcomer Day
(In-Person)
Monday, February 23
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.

Chair Yoga
(In-Person)
Monday, February 23
2:00-3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga, suitable for people of all ages and experience levels.

Preparing for the Year of the Fire Horse - 迎接火馬年
Mental Health for the Chinese Community and beyond

(In-Person)
Monday, February 23
7:00-8:00pm
Main Library

A special presentation by the Chinese American Mental Health Outreach Program (CAMHOP), a program from the National Alliance on Mental Illness - New Jersey (NAMI NJ)

Language Lounge- English Learning Group: Communication Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, February 24
10:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Practice English in a welcoming environment. All levels are welcome, however, Mondays are geared towards beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are geared towards intermediate and advanced levels.
 
No registration required. Space is limited each day so please arrive early.

The Bookies Book Club
(In-Person)
Tuesday, February 24
1:30-2:30pm
Main Library

This month's selection is Ward D by Freida McFadden.

Smithson’s Gamble: History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch
(Virtual)
Tuesday, February 24
2:00-3:00pm

Tom D. Crouch, a Smithsonian veteran of almost 45 years, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting legacies in his book Smithson’s Gamble.

Language Lounge- English Learning Group: Grammar Day
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 25
10:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Practice English in a welcoming environment. All levels are welcome, however, Wednesdays are geared towards beginner and intermediate levels and Thursdays are geared towards intermediate and advanced levels.
 
No registration required. Space is limited each day so please arrive early.

Language Lounge- English Learning Group: Newcomer Day
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 25
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.

Digital Skills: Drop-In
Learn new skills & gain certificates

(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 25
5:30-8:30pm
Main Library

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

Language Lounge- English Learning Group: Grammar Day
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 26
10:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Practice English in a welcoming environment. All levels are welcome, however, Wednesdays are geared towards beginner and intermediate levels and Thursdays are geared towards intermediate and advanced levels.
 
No registration required. Space is limited each day so please arrive early.

United Way Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 26
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.

Tai Chi
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 26
1:00-2:00pm
Main Library

Come learn about Tai Chi and its basic movements with Alex Spiewak from Tai Chi USA.

Clara Barton Knitting Circle
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 26
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.

Digital Skills: Drop-In
Learn new skills & gain certificates

(In-Person)
Friday, February 27
1:00-3:00pm
Main Library

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

Trio Fontēs: Live Chamber Music with Piano and Strings
(In-Person)
Saturday, February 28
2:00-3:00pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for an afternoon of some of the world’s most wonderful chamber music.

Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, February 23
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.  

Toddler Tales
(In-Person)
Monday, February 23
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.

Family Storytime
(In-Person)
Monday, February 23
11:00-11:30am
1907 Oak Tree Road

Join us for songs, stories, and nursery rhymes. Children ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers are invited to sing, dance, laugh, and play.

Coloful Creations
(In-Person)
Monday, February 23
6:15-7:15pm
1907 Oak Tree Road

Escape the daily hustle and find your inner artist in this relaxing coloring session for families.

Welcome Ramadan: A Storytime
(In-Person)
Tuesday, February 24
11:00-11:45am
Main Library

Join us for a story and a craft that honors family and community! 
 
For ages 2 - 9. 

Decorate a Kite
(In-Person)
Wednesday, February 25
6:00-6:45pm
Main Library

Join us at the library to decorate and color your very own kite filled with all your favorite on-screen characters! 
 
Open to kids 5 - 11.

Toddler Tales
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 26
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.

Baby Bookworms
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 26
11:00-11:20am
Main Library

Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 18 months. 

In My Craft Era: DIY Paper Flower Wreaths
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 26
3:30-5:00pm
Clara Barton Branch

This month we will learn how to make paper flowers and turn them into a beautiful wreath.

In My Craft Era: DIY Paper Flower Wreaths
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 26
6:00-7:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

This month we will learn how to make paper flowers and turn them into a beautiful wreath.

Coloring Connections
(In-Person)
Friday, February 27
3:30-4:30pm
Clara Barton Branch

This program offers a relaxing space to express your creativity and socialize with fellow community members. Enjoy the meditative process of coloring and create something beautiful.

Pokémon Party
(In-Person)
Saturday, February 28
11:00am-12:00pm
Main Library

Join us at the library to celebrate Pokémon Day with card trading, crafts, snacks, and giveaways! 
 
Open to kids 5 - 11.

Tween Trivia
(In-Person)
Monday, February 23
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!

Game Day
(In-Person)
Tuesday, February 24
3:00-4:45pm
Main Library

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

Manga Club
(In-Person)
Thursday, February 26
3:00-4:00pm
Main Library

Come join like-minded individuals in discovering a new favorite series.
 
Beginning this session, we'll discuss manga themes, characters, and plot of different manga. 

SPIKE robotics with WeMake 4-H
(In-Person)
Saturday, February 28
2:00-3:30pm
Main Library

Students will learn to build and program SPIKE robots and perform simple tasks using sensors. This workshop is for beginner-level students who have no experience with robotics.
 
Please bring a laptop to the class.
 
For students in Grade 5+.

Monday, February 23
John Adams Middle School* 10:30am-11:15am
Village Court
3:30pm-4:30pm
*Stop for JAMS students only
Tuesday, February 24
Oak Tree Village 3:30pm-4:30pm
Millbrook Village 6:15pm-7:15pm
Edison Village 7:45pm-8:30pm
Wednesday, February 25
Learning Experience 2:30pm-3:15pm
Centreplace 3:45pm-4:45pm
Village Gate 6:15pm-7:15pm
Village Commons 7:30pm-8:30pm
Thursday, February 26
Waterford 3:30pm-4:30pm
Durham Woods 6:15pm-7:15pm
The Enclave 7:30pm-8:30pm

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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
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