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November 28: Next Week’s Programs (Nov 30 – Dec 6)

November 27: Dive into Sue Hincenbergs’ debut novel, “The Retirement Plan,” in this all-new Author Talk!

November 26: Learn how Mutual Aid can help strengthen a community from the experts at Mutual Oranges and Mask Bloc NJ.

November 25: Harmonicist Yvonnick Prené pays tribute to jazz legend Django Reinhardt in this special musical performance at the Main Library.

November 24: Create beautiful works of art without the hassle of cleaning up with our Magical Scratch Art program!

November 21: Next Week’s Programs

November 20: Get guidance on your WIP or next big idea with the Edison Public Library Writers Circle!

November 19: Delve into the life of jazz musician Billy Tipton through the riveting documentary “No Ordinary Man” at the Main Library.

November 18: Learn how to take your finished manuscript to market in our Self-Publishing program with author Priya Kumari.

November 17: The experts at Cosmic Writers are returning to the Main Library for two new workshops aimed at young writers.

November 14: Next Week’s Programs

November 13: We’re celebrating all of our moms-to-be with a Community Baby Shower!

November 12: The Edison Public Library recognizes Veterans Day by exploring our local military roots with members of the American Legion.

November 11: Novelist Amanda Peters discusses her short fiction collection and latest novel, “The Berry Pickers,” in an all-new Author Talk.

November 10: Dr. Matthew Raider provides tips on Reducing Anxiety Through Meditation in this virtual program.

November 7: Next Week’s Programs

November 6: Celebrate Native American Indian Heritage Month with a demonstration from the Redhawk Native American Arts Council.

November 5: Learn sweet ways to incorporate honey into your cooking from Queen Honey founder Glenn Bernsten.

November 4: Award-winning journalist Joseph Lee discusses his powerful memoir “Nothing More of This Land” in an all-new Author Talk.

November 3: Historian Douglas T. Aumack delves into the lives of the local Lenape for National Native American Heritage Month.

October 31: Next Week’s Programs (Nov 2 – Nov 8)

October 30: Learn tips to manage stress and healthy coping strategies in our Mental Health Refresh.

October 29: We’re celebrating Picture Book Month with a trio of storytimes from some of our favorite picture book authors!

October 28: November is National Caregiver Month, and we’re recognizing it with a series of programs to support local caregivers.

October 27: Philippa Gregory, the ‘queen of British Historical Fiction,’ discusses her newest book in an all-new Author Talk.

October 24: Next Week’s Programs (Oct 26 – Nov 1)

October 23: Author and professional organizer Jamie Novak reveals ten organization tips to help you save money!

October 22:  🎃 Celebrate Halloween with Treats, Not Tricks, and a bit of haunted fun. 🎃

October 21: New Jersey Paranormal will be at the North Edison Temporary Branch for a discussion on haunted items in time for Halloween.

October 20: Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai discusses her struggles and upcoming memoir in an all-new Author Talk.

October 17: Next Week’s Programs

October 16: Get down with spooky shenanigans during the Library’s Spooky Week!

October 15: Visit our first ever Pop Con, a celebration of all things Pop Culture!

October 14: Enjoy a morning of Raga Jazz at the North Edison Temporary Location with the Charu Suri Trio.

October 13: Long-time meditator Doug Frankel leads a virtual session on Meditation as a Healing Practice.

October 10: Next Week’s Programs

October 9: Experts from Primerica will lead a Financial Educational Workshop at the Clara Barton Branch.

October 8: YA author Leigh Bardugo celebrates 10 years of “Six of Crows” in an all-new Author Talk.

October 7: Celebrate Banned Books Week with author Jan Zauzmer and “Down With Lime Books!”

October 6: Writers are invited to the Edison Public Library for two in-depth workshops aimed at expanding their craft.

October 3: Next Week’s Programs

October 2: Celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, with these crafty programs at the Edison Public Library.

October 1: In recognition of Banned Books Week, the Edison Public Library is hosting a panel discussion on representation and censorship.

September 30: October is Health Literacy Month and we’re celebrating with a series of health-related workshops.

September 29: The MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival is returning to the Edison Public Library, and YOU can help choose the winner!

September 26: Next Week’s Programs (Sept 28 – Oct 4)

September 25: Addamsfest Co-Founder Ron MacCloskey discusses the history of “The Addams Family” and its creator, Charles Addams, in this special program.

September 24: Magician Steve Woyce returns to the Edison Public Library for the most COLORFUL Magic Show ever performed!

September 23: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by learning the craft of Hojalata Tin Art.

September 22: Learn to make homemade honey granola from the experts at Library Chef.

September 19: Next Week’s Programs

September 18: Richard Stillman returns to the Main Library for his take on classic showtunes in “Broadway Music & Dance.”

September 17: Teens and adults are invited to participate in our Intro to Sign Language Classes during Deaf Awareness Month.

September 16: Instructors from Scarlet Mambo will lead a special dance class at the Main Library.

September 15: Gabe Henry discusses the difficulties of the English language in regards to spelling in an all-new Author Talk.

September 12: Next Week’s Programs

September 11: Author Angus Gillespie discusses the history of the Garden State through the lens of a major roadway in “Looking for America on the New Jersey Turnpike.”

September 10: Learners of all ages are invited to join us at the first-ever Edison Public Library Literacy Festival!

September 9: Communication expert Jefferson Fisher will teach you how to Argue Less and Talk More in an all-new Author Talk.

September 8: Join Arvind Naik to learn how meditation can be used to bring balance to your life in a virtual program.

September 6: It’s the last week to provide your feedback on Library programming.

September 5: Next Week’s Programs

September 4: Join us for a screening of “Madan Sara: The Power of Haitian Women” from Street Team Productions.

September 3: Sunday, September 7, is Grandparents’ Day and the Edison Public Library is celebrating!

September 2: Edison Teens are invited to EmpowerYou, a series of workshops from Middlesex County NJ4S to prepare them for the future.

September 1: Author Hannah Nicole Maehrer delves into her process of creating darkly charming villains in an all-new Author Talk!

August 30: There’s still time to share your opinion on Library programming!

August 29: Next Week’s Programs (Aug 31 – Sep 6)

August 28:  Join us over the rainbow for our Wickedly Oz Celebration!

August 27: Organizational Psychologist Dr. Tasha Eurich discusses how to thrive in a world of constant chaos in an all-new Author Talk.

August 26: Presenter Dave Buck will show you how to use meditation to create a healthier lifestyle in a new, virtual meditation program.

August 25: Learn the importance of Labor Day with a presentation on the 1913 Paterson Silk Strike from the American Labor Museum.

August 23: We Want to Hear From You!

August 22: Next Week’s Programs

August 21: Author Michael Gabriele tells the story of New Jersey’s diner business and the evolution of the great American diner phenomenon.

August 20: Learn the history of America’s Favorite Pastime from Russ McIver of the Monmouth Furnace Base Ball Club!

August 19: Enjoy a new method to getting in shape through Cardio Drumming with Drum2BFit!

August 18: Casey McQuiston discusses her take on romance through fiction, food, and flirty fun in an all-new Author Talk.

August 15: Next Week’s Programs

August 14: Based on a True Story: Join Us for a Screening of “84 Charing Cross Road.”

August 13: Parents and Caregivers are invited to bring their almost-preschool-age little one to discover what’s in store during the pre-school years!

August 12: Rizzo’s Wildlife World is Coming to the Edison Public Library !

August 11: Join Library Chef to learn five new ways to dish up your chicken salad.

August 8: Next Week’s Programs

August 7: Pianist and vocalist Jay Daniels celebrates the timeless works of Rodgers and Hammerstein with “My Heart Wants to Sing!”

August 6: Join us for a special storytime of “Monster Feelings: Miss Ann Gree” with author Jennie Misko and illustrator Ruhaan Khatri!

August 5: Make your very own herbal vinegar blend with gardener Lesley Parness!

August 4: Biologist and Ecologist Jay Falk of the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute discusses the stories, science, and history of birds in this educational author-talk.

August 1: Next Week’s Programs

July 31: Tribute artist Ruben Castillo delves into the life of the King of Rock and Roll with Elvistory!

July 30: Guitarist Kenneth Lelen celebrates the female composers of yesteryear in his musical program, “She Did It Her Way.”

July 29: Witness the Magic at the Mr. Magico Magic Show!

July 28: Author and neurologist Pria Anand discusses the strange and wondrous ways our brains work in an all-new Author Talk!

July 25: Next Week’s Programs

July 24: Join us at the Main Library as ExhibitSmith teaches you how to preserve your family photos for future generations.

July 23: Dr. Diane Cypkin returns to the Edison Public Library with More Musical Gems from the Yiddish Theater.

July 22: Learn about meditation’s surge in popularity and try it for yourself in our virtual Meditation in the 21st Century program.

July 21: Edison teens are invited to step into the Science Lab with Talewise!

July 18: Next Week’s Programs

July 17: Musician and songwriter Tal Naccarato performs live at the Main Library!

July 16: Edison teens are invited to a virtual discussion with YA author Marie Lu in an all-new Author Talk.

July 15: Howling Woods Farm returns to the Edison Public Library for a visit with a few of their wolfdogs!

July 14: Dawn Gagnon and Lisa Arico of Primerica will be at the Main Library for an Educational Financial Workshop for Adults and Older Adults.

July 11: Next Week’s Programs

July 10: Board & Brush will be at the Main Library for a Board Painting program for adults.

July 9: Need to spruce up your job search? Get free professional headshots from Career Ready Coaching!

July 8: Oscar Israelowitz discusses the history and evolution of the NYC El trains in this unique virtual event.

July 7: Author and illustrator Raúl The Third discuss his picture book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read! in this Author Talk for children in pre-K to 2nd Grade.

July 4: Next Week’s Programs

July 3: Claire Garland of the Sand Hill Indian Historical Association discusses the Lenape Heritage of Monmouth County over the last two centuries.

July 2: Lee’s Circus Extravaganza is returning to the Library to celebrate our Summer Reading Program!

July 1: Children and teens are invited to attend these writing workshops powered by Cosmic Writers!

June 30: Edison teens are invited to enrich their interpersonal skills with this Professional Confidence Workshop from NJ4S.

June 27: Next Week’s Programs (June 29-July 5)

June 26: Gain the confidence to navigate the stressful world of healthcare from a professional at our ‘Health-Bridge’ Workshop.

June 25: We’re kicking off our Summer Reading Program with live music, ice cream, and more!

June 24: Author and Humorist Jamie Novak gives you tips to organize your home in our virtual “7 Things You Forget To Spring Clean” program!

June 23: Children’s book author Katherine Applegate discusses her heartwarming novel “Odder” in an all-new Author Talk for kids!

June 21: An update about the North Edison Branch from the Library Director.

June 20: Next Week’s Programs

June 19: Dr. Daisy Century presents “The History of Juneteenth” at the Clara Barton Branch.

June 18: We’re celebrating Pride with a viewing of “Orlando: My Political Biography” by Paul B. Preciado.

June 17: Nina Blake and Library Chef help you transition to a grain-free lifestyle.

June 16: Teens are invited to meet Eitan Schnur and learn his journey to becoming a published teen author.

June 13: Next Week’s Programs

June 12: Learn the warning signs of a stroke and what to do in an emergency from the experts at Hackensack Meridian Health.

June 11: Celebrate Pride Month at the Library with a showing of the 2014 film, “Pride”!

June 10: Use meditation to unlock your full potential with presenter Ankaj Goel.

June 9: Library Chef shows you how to make a refreshing Mango and Cucumber Salad just in time for summer!

June 6: Next Week’s Programs

June 5: Bestselling author Lisa Jewell discusses her writing process and her upcoming book “Don’t Let Him In” in an all-new Author Talk.

June 4: Author Monica Chenault-Kilgore celebrates Black Music Month with a look at the Black Artists of Vaudeville.

June 3: Hear the tragic tale of the schooner John K. Shaw from shipwreck diver and local historian Dan Lieb.

June 2: Violinist Lisa Gutkin of the Klezmatics will perform a solo celebration of Yiddish music at the Main Library!

May 30: Next Week’s Programs (Jun 1-7)

May 29: Learn the secret to making fresh mozzarella with Library Chef!

May 28: Scientists from the Smithsonian discuss the fragility of our planet and the animals in danger of extinction in an all-new Author Talk!

May 27: Catch a flick at the Edison Public Library!

May 26: This Memorial Day, learn the meaning behind the holiday with these books from the Edison Public Library.

May 23: Next Week’s Programs

May 22: Check Out a Book and a Movie in May!

May 21: Expectant mothers are invited to meet the Maternal Health Team from JFK and receive insight and resources for their journey through pregnancy.

May 20: Rachelle Bergstein discusses her new book about the influential Judy Blume in an all-new Author Talk.

May 19: Author and Humorist Jamie Novak gives you tips to organize your home in our virtual “7 Things You Forget To Spring Clean” program!

May 16: Next Week’s Programs

May 15: Join us for a viewing of the classic silent film “Piccadilly.”

May 14: We’re hosting a space-themed read aloud of “Space Torah: Astronaut Jeffrey Hoffman’s Cosmic Mitzvah”!

May 13: Debut author Liann Zhang discusses her process to write a brilliant, dark, and diabolical thriller in an all-new Author Talk.

May 12: Join Ajili Hodari to learn how meditation can be a tool to help cope with everyday life in our Meditation for Current Times program.

May 9: Next Week’s Programs

May 8: Join us for an in-person discussion with Jewish refugee Eva R. Wiener.

May 7: Be a part of the Library’s newest Book Club, the Coffee Klatch, for lively discussion and a light nosh.

May 6: Library Chef shows you how to make juicy, flavorful burgers during their Burger Masterclass!

May 5: Dr. David H. Rosmarin provides tips to use your anxiety in beneficial ways in an all-new Author Talk.

May 2: Next Week’s Programs

May 1: Watch the unlikely story of the 2000-year-old Indian Jewish community in a viewing of “Shalom Bollywood” at the Library.

April 30: Join Bill Carlson from Data Axle for a crash course on using Reference Solutions to improve your business and marketing plans.

April 29: Teens and Tweens are welcome to join us for a workshop on How Money Works with Primerica.

April 28: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a delicious Mexican Street Corn Salad from the experts at Library Chef!

April 26: Edison residents, come be a part of the conversation!

April 25: Next Week’s Programs (April 27 – May 3)

April 24: Learn the dangers of and tips to prevent harmful falls from the professionals at Hackensack Meridian.

April 23: Children ages 3-9 are invited to create their superhero costumes and identities at our Superhero Day program!

April 22: “New York Times”-bestselling author Gregg Hurwitz discusses the thrill of writing action and suspense in an all-new Author Talk!

April 21: In honor of Earth Day, the Edison Public Library is bringing a Seed Library to all its branches.

April 18: Next Week’s Programs

April 17: Tighten up your basic Microsoft skills with our Word & Excel Workshop!

April 16: Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly ESL conversation group!

April 15: Watch and discuss Native Land, the seminal work from controversial film director Paul Robeson, and alongside Joy Barnes-Johnson of the Paul Robeson House.

April 14: Learn about the tragedy and the legacy of the Titanic on Titanic Remembrance Day.

April 11: Next Week’s Programs

April 10: Performance artist Lorraine Stone pays tribute to poet and activist Nikki Giovanni during National Poetry Month.

April 9: Abe Ovadia and Nat Janoff pay tribute to guitar legends with Strings of Jazz.

April 8: Enjoy tea? Join us at the Kettle Klub, our first joint program with the Edison Senior Center!

April 7: Learn simple meditation techniques to tap into your inner peace during our Spring Awakening through Meditation program!

April 4: Next Week’s Programs

April 3: Greenhouse Horticulturalist for the Smithsonian Gardens Matthew Fleming talks about the history and science of trees in an all-new Author Talk.

April 2: We’re kicking off National Library Week with a special storytime by local author Nora Bruno!

April 1: STEM Kits are now available to cardholders at the Clara Barton Branch and Bookmobile!

March 31: Learn to Cook Asparagus, the Virtual Veggie, with Library Chef!

March 29: A note from Library Director Allan M. Kleiman for Library Giving Day.

March 28: Next Week’s Programs (Mar 31 – Apr 5)

March 27: New York Times-bestselling author Jodi Picoult talks about her newest novel, “By Any Other Name,” In an all-new Author Talk!

March 26: Get ready to move, groove, and have fun with Bollywood Dance Fitness classes for Seniors!

March 25: March is National Nutrition Month and the experts at Hackensack Meridian Health will show you how to eat healthy on a budget.

March 24: Novelist Jennifer Weiner talks about the emotional depths of her books that inspire self-discovery in her readers in an all-new Author Talk!

March 21: Next Week’s Programs

March 20: Let your imagination run wild at the Edison Public Library during NJ Makers Day, March 21 & 22!

March 19:  Journalist and author Clara Bingham talks about how women’s liberation transformed America in an all-new Author Talk!

March 18: Celebrate Women’s History Month with a recreation of the life of Madam C.J. Walker, America’s first female self-made millionaire.

March 17: Let Library Chef show you what to do with those St. Patrick’s Day leftovers with a savory corned beef hash recipe!

March 15: The Edison Public Library wants to hear from you!

March 14: Next Week’s Programs

March 13: Ella Schwartz, author of “Stolen Science,” tells the stories of 13 scientists almost written out of history in this special hybrid program.

March 12: Learn about the life of civil rights activist and Bayard Rustin with a film screening of “Brother Outsider” and live Q&A.

March 11: Dan Heath discusses the power of Reset and how to change what’s not working in an all-new Author Talk!

March 10: Clare Vidich will teach you how to incorporate meditation into your daily life in the Practical Approach to Meditation program.

March 7: Next Week’s Programs

March 6: Edison attorney Kenneth Vercammen, Esq. discusses the importance of proper estate planning to protect your family.

March 5: Richard Stillman presents an afternoon of traditional Irish storytelling, music and step dancing with The Irish Balladeer!

March 4: Holi begins March 14, but the Edison Public Library is celebrating all month long.

March 3: Assisting Hands of Central New Jersey addresses the growing need for specialized care.

February 28: Next Week’s Programs (Mar 2 – Mar 8)

February 27: Learn the power of the Chia Seed, one of Library Chef’s Savvy Superfoods!

February 26: March is Youth Art Month and we’re celebrating with a bookmark design contest!

February 25: Learn new skills and expand your English comprehension at the Edison Public Library!

February 24: Black History Month: Celebrating the bravery and patriotism of Colin Powell.

February 21: Next Week’s Programs (Feb 23 – Mar 1)

February 20: Learn the facts and stats about organ donation with Piscataway High School’s Donate Life Club.

February 19: We’re welcoming Ramadan at the Main Library with a special children’s storytime!

February 18: Learn the history of Union spy Mary Bowser through a biographical portrayal with the talented Lorraine Stone.

February 17: Black History Month: Celebrating the poetry and emotion of Amanda Gorman.

February 14: Next Week’s Programs

February 13: Kids are invited to the North Edison Branch to decorate Snowman Cookies with Ms. Jailene!

February 12: Pulitzer Prize finalist Lee Hawkins discusses his latest book, “I Am Nobody’s Slave,” in an all-new Author Talk!

February 11: Brighten up February with this scrumptious Mediterranean Pan-Seared Salmon cooking demonstration from Library Chef!

February 10: Black History Month: Celebrating the athleticism and philanthropy of Walt ‘Clyde’ Frazier.

February 7: Next Week’s Programs

February 6: Waubgeshig Rice discusses dystopian tropes from an Indigenous perspective in a new Author Talk.

February 5: Learn how to tell the difference between chest pains and a heart attack from the experts at Hackensack Meridian Health.

February 4: Join us at the Clara Barton Branch for an after-hours Valentine’s Bash!

February 3: Black History Month: Celebrating the voice and legacy of Ella Fitzgerald.

January 31: Next Week’s Programs (Feb 2 – 8)

January 30: February is American Heart Month and Library Chef is teaching you delicious ways to keep your heart healthy.

January 29: Smithsonian curator Sabrina Sholts explains how pandemics are created in an all-new Author Talk.

January 28: Alzheimer’s New Jersey will be at the North Edison Branch discussing different types of age-related memory changes in our Understanding Memory Loss program.

January 27: Cinephiles are invited to join us for our first Public Domain Film Festival.

January 24: Next Week’s Programs (Jan 26 – Feb 1)

January 23: Seth Fishman, Vice President of The Gernert Company, gives an inside look at working with a literary agent in an all-new Author Talk.

January 22: We’re celebrating Asian cultures with a full line-up of events in honor of Lunar New Year!

January 21: Bestselling author Amanda Montell discusses her latest book, “The Age of Magical Overthinking,” in an all-new Author Talk!

January 20:  Join Library Chef to learn how to improve your gut health through tasty, comforting soups.

January 17: Next Week’s Programs

January 16: Join us as we celebrate Edgar Allan Poe’s 216th birthday with dramatic readings of his most impactful works.

January 15: Edison teens—gather your friends and set goals for the New Year.

January 14: TJ Klune discusses the magic of found family in his Cerulean Chronicles series in an all-new Author Talk!

January 13: We’re starting a Non-Fiction Book Club and we need your help!

January 10: Next Week’s Programs

January 9: Let’s Talk About Broths! Library Chef gives you the secrets to a hearty, delicious soup.

January 8: Learn the basics of no-hands CPR with Hackensack Meridian Health.

January 7: Warm up this winter with a classic Minestrone soup from Library Chef!

January 6: Learn how to experience peace, calm, and joy in the new year through Meditation in this virtual program!

January 3: Next Week’s Programs

January 2: Stem 4-Her is offering more virtual Girls Who Code courses through January!

January 1: Join 2025’s first meeting of the Monday Morning Book Club!

Newsletter Archives

December 31: Start the new year with a book from these January-born authors!

December 30: Expand your knowledge base with Niche Academy at the Edison Public Library!

December 28: As 2024 comes to an end, considering giving to the Edison Public Library.

December 27: Next Week’s Programs (Dec 29 – Jan 4)

December 26: Ring in the new year before bedtime at our Noon Year’s Celebration!

December 25: Teens are invited to test their knowledge at our Teen Trivia program this Friday!

December 24: Hoopla has what you need to cure your boredom.

December 23: ShemarooMe offers premium South Asian content, and it’s FREE with your Edison Public Library card!

December 21: The Edison Public Library needs your support.

December 20: Next Week’s Programs

December 19: Join us at the Main Library for a special musical program featuring the Netanya Israeli Trio!

December 18: Kids in grades 5 and up can learn how to code using Python in this free program from WeMake 4H.

December 17: We’re inviting families to join us for an afternoon of fun at our Board Game Bonanza!

December 16: Missed a Library Chef class? You can watch all of their past classes online anytime!

December 13: Next Week’s Programs

December 12: Love talking books with fellow bibliophiles? Join the Bookies Book Club!

December 11: Bruce Faithwick will teach you how to use meditation to cope with grief and other emotional challenges in this virtual program.

December 10: Library Chef shares tips to improve your eating habits over the holiday!

December 9: New York Times-bestseller Laura Dave discusses her latest novel and her process in an all-new Author Talk.

December 6: Next Week’s Programs

December 5: The Ladies of History present “Dickens: A Christmas Carol” performed by Alisa Dupuy.

December 4: Learn how to make savory stuffed mushrooms in this virtual class from Library Chef!

December 3: Tech-savvy girls in grades 5-12 are invited to join Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her.

December 2: A message from Library Director Allan M. Kleiman and Edison Public Library Foundation President W. Keith McCoy for Giving Tuesday.

November 29: Next Week’s Programs (Dec 1-7)

November 28: Emeritus curator Dr. Jeffrey Post explores the Smithsonian National Gem Collection for this all-new Author Talk.

November 27: December is ‘National Learn A Foreign Language’ Month!

November 26: Catch a flick at the Edison Public Library!

November 25: Give thanks with these books from the Edison Public Library.

November 22: Next Week’s Programs

November 21: The NJ Gay Men’s Chorus will be performing in a special holiday-themed program at the Main Library!

November 20: Children can get a crash course is plant care and botany in our new Planting at Home program.

November 19: Best-selling author Mona Susan Power discusses how her work explores Native American culture in this all-new Author Talk.

November 18: Historian Douglas T. Aumack breaks down the Myths and Culture of the Lenape Tribe.

November 15: Next Week’s Programs

November 14: We’re inviting teens to celebrate World Vegan Month with LibraryChef and a lesson on making Veggie Sushi ‘Tacos.’

November 13: Join us as Fred Miller presents “An American Thanksgiving,” a lecture-in-song performance centered on gratitude and optimism.

November 12: Bestselling author Javier Zamora discusses his riveting tale of survival and perseverance of emigrating to the United States in an all-new Author Talk.

November 11: Spice up your Thanksgiving with this Homemade Apple Cranberry Sauce from LibraryChef!

November 8: Next Week’s Programs

November 7: John M. Bednarik leads a virtual session to help you find Inner and Outer Peace Through Meditation.

November 6: Teens and tweens are invited how best to manage their money in our Financial Literacy Workshop.

November 5: Expert builder Earl Hicks will show you how to create a self-sustaining, closed terrarium in our Terrarium Workshop for adults!

November 4: Sean Gaskell entertains attendees with his skill on the kora–a 12-string harp from West Africa–in this new musical program.

November 1: Next Week’s Programs

October 31: Stanley Milford, Jr. discusses his heritage as a Navajo and how it impacts his investigation into the paranormal in an all-new Author Talk.

October 30: November 5 is Election Day.

October 29: Teens are invited to join us at the North Edison Branch for a Halloween Party and Costume Contest!

October 28: NJ SHARES is here to help alleviate residents’ pain of paying their gas and electric bills.

October 25: Next Week’s Programs

October 24: Dr. Matthew Raider discusses ways to use meditation to connect with inner light in this exciting virtual program.

October 23: We’re turning the Main Library into the HAUNTED LIBRARY for Halloween!

October 22: Bring the young ones to the Main Library for a story and craft to celebrate Diwali!

October 21: Psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb discusses the human condition and fictions we tell ourselves in an all-new Author Talk.

October 18: Next Week’s Programs

October 17: Support the Friends of the Edison Public Library at their upcoming Book & Bake Sale!

October 16: Celebrate International Chef Day with these tasty books from our collection.

October 15: New Jersey Historian Douglas T. Aumack brings history to life in his visual presentation on 18ᵗʰ Century Medicine.

October 14: 🚒 Meet the people who protect our town from fires—and see their cool equipment—at your local Edison Public Library branch! 🚒

October 11: Next Week’s Programs

October 10: Join us at the Main Library for a demonstration on the basic movements of Tai Chi with Alex Spiewak from Tai Chi USA.

October 9: The Edison Public Library now offers a variety of literacy courses!

October 8: Bestselling author Silvia Moreno-Garcia discusses her writing process and her Latin American roots in an all-new Author Talk.

October 7: Learn ways to manage your chronic pain and disease from experts at Middlesex County Office of Health Services and Hackensack Meridian Health.

October 4: Next Week’s Programs

October 3: Douglas T. Aumack explains life aboard a Civil War Ironclad in this interactive program.

October 2: Artist Hector Morales performs an Afro-Peruvian Music Workshop in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.

October 1: Explore the Hidden World of Tropical Bats with scientists from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute.

September 30: In observance of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a Nurse Educator from Hackensack Meridian Health will discuss breast cancer and its various risk factors.

September 27: Next Week’s Programs (Sept 29 – Oct 5)

September 26: 🎬 Watch all of the finalists and decide on your favorite when the Manhattan Short Film Festival returns to EPL! 🎬

September 25: Learn how to sniff out Medicare scams from Charles Clarkson, Esq., of the Senior Medicare Patrol of New Jersey Fraud Protection.

September 24: Meet Ali Kamanda and Jorge Redmond, the authors of the new inspiring picture book “Black Girl, Black Girl” from Sourcebooks.

September 23: The Edison Public Library—now an official book sanctuary—celebrates Banned Books Week.

September 20: Next Week’s Programs

September 19: Investigative journalist Diane Dimond discusses her book “We’re Here to Help” which takes a look inside the guardianship system.

September 18: Gordon Sauer from SAGE talks about the history of Pride and what it means to the LGBTQ+ community.

September 17: Get a crash course in financial literacy from the experts at Primerica.

September 16: Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with these books that center Hispanic and Latinx cultures!

September 13: Next Week’s Programs

September 12: The Edison Public Library kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with a performance of music from Latin & Hispanic countries

September 11: James Calaski gives you an Introduction to Genealogy and the tools to delve into your family history.

September 10: Join Eileen Carlotto to learn how to deal with your everyday stress through the power of meditation.

September 9: Wham! Pow! Blammo! Join our newest book club, the Graphic Novel Guild!

September 6: Next Week’s Programs

September 5: Library Chef teaches you how to make delicious Apple Cinnamon Streusel Muffins just in time for fall!

September 4: Hear the first-hand tales of America’s harrowing history in this Author Talk with Garrett Graff.

September 3: September 6 is National Read a Book Day!

September 2: Grab the popcorn and stop by the Edison Public Library for a Movie Matinee.

August 30: Next Week’s Programs (Sept 1-7)

August 29: August 30 is National Frankenstein Day

August 28: Spread the word… September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!

August 27: Celebrate the end of our Summer Reading Program with magician Steve Woyce!

August 26: August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day.

August 23: Next Week’s Programs

August 22: Improve your flexibility and balance without leaving your chair with Chair Yoga.

August 21: Celebrate the start of Kindergarten with a fun-filled hour of stories, songs, and school supplies!

August 20: Learn how to harness the Power of Kindness, Resilience & Hope through meditation.

August 19: Join novelist Shelby Van Pelt as she discusses her newest novel “Remarkably Bright Creatures” in an all-new Author Talk!

August 16: Next Week’s Programs

August 15: Disappointed at not getting a letter from Hogwarts? Stop into the Edison Public Library for our Harry Potter Party!

August 14: Dr. Diane Cypkin celebrates one of Yiddish Theater’s pioneers in “A Salute to Molly Picon”!

August 13: Irena Smith, PhD tells parents what to expect during college admissions time in an all new Author Talk.

August 12: We’re turning the Library into a Big Top with Lee’s Circus Extravaganza!

August 9: Next Week’s Programs

August 8: Library Chef shows you how to make a savory Ratatouille in this live cooking demo.

August 7: Let Library Chef teach you how to integrate more superfoods into your diet.

August 6: Want to be a Pokémon trainer? Head into the Edison Public Library to join our PokéManiacs Pokémon Club!

August 5: Smithsonian Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur takes you behind the scenes of the space station in an all-new Author Talk.

August 2: Next Week’s Program

August 1: Teens get the chance to dive into the world of forensic investigation with Bio Lab and WeMake 4-H!

July 31: Celebrate 100 years of New Jersey’s horticultural history and learn more about the foods that earned us bragging rights as the ‘Garden State.’

July 30: We’re turning the Library into the Mushroom Kingdom with our very own Mario Party!

July 29: Learn how to make delicious cannoli crepes in this live Library Chef cooking demo!

July 26: Next Week’s Programs (July 28 – August 3)

July 25: Dan Santat teaches teens and tweens how to tell their story in graphic novel form in an all new Author Talk!

July 24: Performer Fred Miller brings American Icon Ethel Merman to life in this Lectures-In-Song program!

July 23: Insectropolis returns to the Edison Public Library for a “Bugs on the Go” program full of both live and pinned specimen.

July 22: Elizabeth Acevedo reads from her bestselling novel-in-verse “The Poet X” in an all new Author Talk for teens.

July 19: Next Week’s Programs

July 18: 🏅 Prepare for the 2024 Paris Olympics with these gold-medal books! 🏅

July 17: Explore the rainforest with science educators from Jenkinson’s Aquarium!

July 16: This summer, escape the stress and strains of life with a meditation vacation.

July 15: Illustrator Zoe Hansen visits the Edison Public Library to talk to teens about what it means to be an illustrator.

July 12: Next Week’s Programs

July 11: Spend a Summer Afternoon with The Last Kids on Earth… and Author Max Brallier, too.

July 10: Visit the Main Library for a taste of Vaudeville with performer Richard Stillman!

July 9: Learn the ins-and-outs of the Social Security system from Marcial Hernandez, Jr. from the Social Security Administration.

July 8: Kate DiCamillo shares stories behind her chapter book series “Mercy Watson” and “Tales from Deckawoo Drive” in an all new Author Talk for kids aged Pre-K through Grade 2!

July 5: Next Week’s Programs

July 4: Meet the wolves of the Howling Woods Farm at your local Library branch!

July 3: Visit your local Library branch for a bubble-tastic time!

July 2: Library Chef will show you how to enjoy the delicious taste of summer with honey garlic grilled shrimp (or chicken) skewers!

July 1: What’s happening in July!

June 28: Next Week’s Programs (June 30 – July 6)

June 27: Join our Monday Morning Book Club to discuss “The Paris Bookseller” by Keri Maher.

June 26: Beat the heat and catch a flick at the Edison Public Library.

June 25: Stop by your local Library branch to pick up a book from one of these July-born authors.

June 24: Join us for an informational session with the Office of Aging and Disabled Services.

June 21: Next Week’s Programs

June 20: Summer is here! Join us for our Summer Reading Kick Off!

June 19: The Edison Public Library recognizes Juneteenth and the prevailing victory of freedom.

June 18: Join us for An Evening with Author Pallavi Sharma Dixit.

June 17: Author Tiffany Jewell shares her experiences in the American education system in an all-new Author Talk.

June 14: Next Week’s Programs

June 13: Learn about the history of the Africanist dance aesthetic in the Southern U.S. during our “Retention Despite Oppression” program.

June 12: Learn about available care and support tools for those afflicted with Alzheimer’s from the Alzheimer’s Association.

June 11: Celebrate Pride with a performance of the New Jersey Gay Men’s Chorus and this fantastic LGBTQ+ book selection!

June 10: Francine Evans and Joel Zelnik perform a musical love letter to classic films with “A Love Affair With the Movies.”

June 7: Next Week’s Programs

June 6: Freida McFadden discusses her “Housemaid” series and how she weaves psychological thrills in a new virtual author talk.

June 5: Learn how to calm the turmoil of your everyday life through the power of meditation with Arlene Samsel.

June 4: Learn the ins and outs of filing for Medicare from the experts at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

June 3: Too busy to eat right? Join Library Chef to learn tips and tricks for meal prepping.

May 31: Next Week’s Programs

May 30: The Edison Public Library is getting an upgrade!

May 29: Smithsonian Curator Matt Shindell discuss his book “For the Love of Mars” in a new virtual author talk.

May 28: Share your favorite cook books and recipes with Library Chef’s Cook Book Club!

May 27: Join the Bookies, our in-person, once-a-month book club to discuss fun new releases and recent classics!

May 24: Next Week’s Programs (May 26 – June 1)

May 23: The Edison Public Library will be closed for Memorial Day, but you can still access great content this weekend.

May 22: Stream entertaining South Asian films and television with ShemarooMe from the Edison Public Library.

May 21: May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

May 20: Sharpen your knife skills with LibraryChef!

May 17: Next Week’s Programs

May 16: Rebecca F. Kuang discusses her new book “Yellowface” and the importance of Asian American representation in literature in a virtual author talk.

May 15: Give your elementary schooler a leg up with the Summer B.A.B.E.S. program.

May 14: Learn more about Fresh Match, a new initiative from Hackensack Meridian Health.

May 13: Get the help you need on your insurance questions from the Center for Family Services’ Navigator Exchange Program.

May 10: Next Week’s Programs

May 9: The Edison Public Library celebrates mothers of all sort on Mother’s Day (and every day).

May 8: Happy birthday to these May-born authors.

May 7: Nina Simon discusses her debut whodunnit “Mother-Daughter Murder Night” in an all-new author talk.

May 6: Learn skills to deal with the stress of life with “Coping in the World We Live in Through Meditation.”

May 3: Next Week’s Programs

May 2: May the Fourth Be With You with these books based in the Star Wars Universe.

May 1: In May, we celebrate the brave men and women in our armed forces during Military Appreciation Month.

April 30: “New York Times” bestselling author Douglas Brunt discusses his latest book, “The Mysterious Case of Rudolph Diesel” in a virtual author talk.

April 29: Connect, Learn, Cook! Take a Virtual Culinary Journey with Library Chef!

April 26: Next Week’s Programs (April 28 – May 4)

April 25: Celebrate one of the greats of baseball as April 27 is Babe Ruth Day.

April 24: Learn how to express yourself creatively through Black Out Poetry.

April 23: Support the environment and learn how to grow mushrooms with Teen Garden and Gather!

April 22: The Edison Public Library observes Earth Day because our planet is a valuable resource.

April 19: Next Week’s Programs

April 18: Passover begins April 22. Celebrate the holiday with these books from the Edison Public Library.

April 17: Learn how to grow your business using Reference Solutions by Data Axle.

April 16: Legal Services of New Jersey is visiting the Edison Public Library to advise residents of their legal protections from domestic violence.

April 15: Xochitl Gonzalez sits for a new Author Talk to discuss Power, Love, and Art in literature.

April 12: Next Week’s Programs

April 11: Jazz guitarist Abe Ovadia restyles popular rock songs in Jazzified Pop.

April 10: Support the Friends of the Edison Public Library’s Book & Bake Sale this weekend!

April 9: Learn about the Edison Community Gardens from the organization responsible for them–Beautiful Edison.

April 8: Colum McCann and Diane Foley discuss their new book “American Mother,” the story of a mother who confronts her son’s killer.

April 5: Next Week’s Programs

April 4: Walter R. Stochel Jr. of the Metuchen-Edison Historical Society presents a history of Edison Township 1929-Now.

April 3: The Edison Public Library is celebrating its 95th Anniversary with a slate of great programs!

April 2: Meet author Sayantani DasGupta during our 95th Anniversary celebration.

April 1: Ken Lelen offers a unique musical performance in his Vintage Guitar Roadshow.

March 29: Next Week’s Programs (March 31 – April 6)

March 28: Learn the sweeping history of food and culture with the Smithsonian Institution’s Paula J. Johnson.

March 27: Donate your used books to the Friends of the Edison Public Library!

March 26: Celebrate Holi with a special color-focused craft for teens!

March 25: Monday is the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

March 22: Next Week’s Programs

March 21: Eclipse glasses are coming to the Edison Public Library.

March 20: Discover tips to improve your nutrition in “Beyond the Table with a Registered Dietitian.”

March 19: Join us as Madeline Miller, author of “The Song of Achilles” and “Circe,” discusses her challenges in adapting Greek mythology.

March 18: Are you a budding entrepreneur? Join Central Jersey SCORE for a program to help you start a business.

March 15: Next Week’s Programs

March 14: Celebrating Ramadan and the Islamic faith with the Edison Public Library.

March 13: Calling all Creators, Makers, and Innovators! NJ Makers Day starts on Friday!

March 12: Learn more about “Murtagh” and the World of Eragon during this Author Talk with Christopher Paolini.

March 11: Connect with other local artists at our first Artist Roundtable.

March 8: Next Week’s Programs

March 7: Join us for Bunny Storytime at the Menlo Park Mall!

March 6: Go on an adventure from your own home with Road Scholar ambassador Jean McMillan!

March 5: Celebrate Women’s History Month with an author talk with Nina Totenberg and her memoir “Dinners With Ruth.”

March 4: We’re excited to announce two new digital resources for patrons!

March 1: Next Week’s Programs

February 29: Black History Month: Celebrating the bravery and trailblazing legacy of Bessie Coleman.

February 28: Dan Lieb returns to the Main Library for “Identifying the Bell Holder.” (Rescheduled)

February 27: We’re turning the library into the Mushroom Kingdom with our Mario Madness Party!

February 26: Improve your leadership with an Author Talk from Kim Scott on how to become a Kick-Ass Boss!

February 23: Next Week’s Programs

February 22: Black History Month: Celebrating the determination and scientific mind of Leland D. Melvin.

February 21: Join us for a musical celebration of the Yiddish Theater by performer and professor Dr. Diane Cypkin!

February 20: Diver and Historian Dan Lieb recounts the identification of the Cecilia M. Dunlap at the North Edison Branch.

February 19: Join us for an Author Talk with award-winning author Jason Mott and his novel “Hell of a Book.”

February 16: Next Week’s Programs

February 15: Black History Month: Celebrating the photos and films of Gordon Parks.

February 14: Want to meet some penguins? Join us as Jenkinson’s Aquarium waddles into penguin biology with Penguin Pointers!

February 13: Calling all artists! Turn your passion into a viable career with the Business of Being an Artist workshop series.

February 12: Dan Lieb returns to the Main Library for “Identifying the Bell Holder.”

February 9: Next Week’s Programs

February 8: Black History Month: Celebrating the nuanced storytelling of Toni Morrison.

February 7: Join us for an Author Talk with romance writer Tessa Bailey on her new book, “Fangirl Down.”

February 6: Learn to let go of anger and stress and connect to the love within through meditation.

February 5: Enjoy a night of traditional Chinese music with Junling Wang and Guo Ran.

February 2: Next Week’s Programs

February 1: Join our on-going celebration of Lunar New Year for a demonstration on Chinese paper-cutting!

January 31: What’s happening in February!

January 30: Make sure your preschooler is eating the best they can with our “Healthy Snacks” program!

January 29: Kick off Lunar New Year with us with a special program featuring erhu and pipa music!

January 26: Next Week’s Programs (Jan. 28 – Feb. 3)

January 25: Join us for a special author talk with Dr. Robert Lustig as he discusses his book “Metabolical”

January 24: Calling fans of maritime history! Dan Lieb returns to the Clara Barton Branch for “Mapping the Robert J. Walker”

January 23: Learn the history of the Tri-state area from Oleana Graham, the Keeper of Cultural Lifeways.

January 22: Discover how animals survive in their habitats with “Who Lives Where?” from the Center for Aquatic Sciences!

January 19: Next Week’s Programs

January 18: Learn to chronicle your life in our latest program, “Writing Your Life Story” with NYT best-selling author Caridad Pineiro.

January 17: Join us for an educational program on Solar and Lunar Eclipses with an ambassador from NASA.

January 16: Clean your slate for the coming year with “New Year, Fresh Start Through Meditation.”

January 15: Honoring the legacy of the great Dr. King through winners of the Coretta Scott King Book Awards.

January 12: Next Week’s Programs

January 11: Dr. Timothy Hack returns to the Main Library for “The U.S. Black Experience in the 19th & 20th Centuries.”

January 10: The Center For Family Services answers your insurance questions to help you find the coverage you need.

January 9: Go on an adventure from your own home with Road Scholar ambassador Jean McMillan!

January 8: Learn how food planning can helps diabetes with Registered Dietitian Tracy Coyle.

January 5: Next Week’s Programs

January 4: Learn about New Jersey shipwrecks from diver and local historian Dan Lieb!

January 3: Celebrate Korean American Day with a Korean drum craft!

January 2: Calling all builders! Want to join our new LEGO Club?

January 1: Happy birthday to these January-born authors!

December 29: Next Week’s Programs (Dec. 31 – Jan. 6, 2024)

December 28: Museum Passes are here!

December 27: What’s happening in January!

December 26: The Edison Public Library wishes you a happy Kwanzaa.

December 25: Merry Christmas from the Edison Public Library!

December 22: Next Week’s Programs

December 21: Looking to make a change in 2024? Check out these great books from the Edison Public Library.

December 20: The theme of our Winter Reading Challenge is “Where We Come From.”

December 19: Celebrate the magic of winter with Steve Woyce and his Winter Wonderland Magic!

December 18: Learn about our town’s namesake from Edison expert Paul Israel.

December 15: Next Week’s Programs

December 14: Join other bibliophiles at our in-person book club, The Bookies!

December 13: See musical quartet Pyrenesia perform live at the Main Library!

December 12: Join Umesh Bhatia and learn the secrets to shed the stress from the holiday season.

December 11: Happy Hanukkah from the Edison Public Library!

December 8: Next Week’s Programs

December 7: Learn how to navigate the Social Security system with AARP speaker Marty Siederer.

December 6: Join us at the Main Library for a special music program featuring Charu Suri Trio.

December 5: Join us for a guided meditation session focused on overcoming your self-doubts.

December 4: December is National Learn A Foreign Language Month!

December 1: Next Week’s Programs

November 30: What’s happening in December!

November 29: Get help planning for retirement with the experts from AARP.

November 28: Beatles scholar Vinnie Bruno leads you through the historical musical journey of the Fab Four.

November 27: See the sun’s power with Pearl Observatory and the Edison Public Library.

November 24: Next Week’s Programs (Nov. 27 – Dec. 2)

November 23: Mark your calendar for the next meeting of the Friends of the Edison Public Library!

November 22: Let the Edison Public Library help prepare Thanksgiving dinner!

November 21: Let your child’s imagine rocket to the stars in our Solar System Madness program!

November 20: Join us for Story Time at the Menlo Park Mall!

November 17: Next Week’s Programs

November 16: Celebrate the preposterous on Absurdity Day!

November 15: Check out a book from these November-born authors!

November 14: Shake your tail feather at the Edison Public Library’s Turkey Trot!

November 13: Center yourself and find relaxation in our latest Guided Meditation program.

November 10: Next Week’s Programs

November 9: Come watch movies with us!

November 8: Get your creative juices flowing in our Makerspace.

November 7: Books Written By Veterans For Everyone On This Veterans Day.

November 6: Celebrate Diwali with your own unique henna design!

November 3: Next Week’s Programs

November 2: What’s happening in November!

November 1: Celebrate Diwali with the Edison Public Library!

October 31: Encourage your young one’s artistic behavior with our Artsy Toddler programs.

October 30: Learn how to make beautiful paper Rangoli designs with local artist Sujata Amritkar.

October 27: Next Week’s Programs (October 29 – November 4)

October 26: Check out a new scary story in time for Halloween.

October 25: The Edison Public Library is expanding its team!

October 24: Join the Monster Mash at the Edison Public Library!

October 23: Join us as NASA Ambassador Frank O’Brien discusses our planets most vital resource – the sun.

October 20: Next week’s Programs

October 19: Data Axle is here to help business leaders and entrepreneurs succeed.

October 18: Our Storytime schedule is changing!

October 17: Learn how to increase your focus and concentration in our latest Guided Meditation program.

October 16: Interested in learning more about your family lineage and the lives of your ancestors?

October 13: Next Week’s Programs

October 12: Celebrate literature’s most famous detective this weekend.

October 11: Join us for our last celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month!

October 10: Celebrate Navratri at the Edison Public Library!

October 9: Seeking book donations for the Friends of the Edison Public Library!

October 6: Next Week’s Programs

October 5: Make a fun Halloween craft at out Creepy Crafternoon!

October 4: We’re continuing Hispanic Heritage Month with another Sunday Music Session!

October 3: Join us each Wednesday for Game Day for Teens!

October 2: Learn the difference between a cha cha and a rumba with Amy from Contento Dance!

September 29: Next Week’s Programs

September 28: Fight censorship and protect the freedom to read during Banned Books Week.

September 27: What’s happening in October!

September 26: Watch and vote on the finalist of the MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival.

September 25: Learn about eclipses & phases of the moon from an educator from Liberty Science Center.

September 22: Next Week’s Programs

September 21: Join us for a tasty program on Latin American Cooking!

September 20: Learn about the evolution of salsa music during Hispanic Heritage Month.

September 19: Celebrating Hispanic authors during Hispanic Heritage Month!

September 18: Baseball expert Rick Feingold presents the history of America’s pastime in Cuba.

September 15: Next Week’s Programs

September 14: We’re kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month with a cooking demonstration by Lola Latin Bistro!

September 13: Join us for Understanding Memory Loss with Alzheimer’s New Jersey.

September 12: Join jazz guitarist Abe Ovadia on a musical journey through the American Songbook.

September 11: Beatles scholar Vinnie Bruno leads you through the historical musical journey of the Fab Four.

September 8: Next Week’s Programs

September 7: Navigate the nuances of U.S. Immigration law with GOPIO of Edison and Dewan & Associates.

September 6: Spend a Saturday with the jazz stylings of Abe Ovadia.

September 5: Center yourself and find relaxation in our latest Guided Meditation program.

September 4: Bring your little one to the Edison Public Library for a fun and engaging storytime!

September 1: Next Week’s Programs

August 31: What’s happening in September!

August 30: September is Library Card Sign-up Month!

August 29: August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day.

August 28: Niche Academy has arrived at the Edison Public Library!

August 25: Next Week’s Programs

August 24: Love LEGO? Learn the basics of S.T.E.M. through LEGO with Corey Samuels!

August 23: The Center for Aquatic Sciences is visiting EPL for “All Together In The Reef”

August 22: Hackensack Meridian Health is returning for their second Heart Health Series program on Hypertension.

August 21: Level up your skills with these Life Hacks for Teens.

August 18: Next Week’s Programs

August 17: Learn about all sorts of undersea invertebrates from Jenkinson’s Aquarium!

August 16: Talewise is back to help children build strong character.

August 15: We’re throwing a bubble party!

August 14: Jenkinson’s Aquarium teaches teens the importance of the New Jersey Pinelands.

August 11: Next Week’s Programs

August 10: “Friends” Trivia is coming to the Main Library and North Edison Branch!

August 9: Meet Professor Al O’Saurus and his Prehistoric Pals!

August 8: What’s happening in August!

August 7: The Friends of the Edison Public Library will be meeting on Wednesday!

August 4: Next Week’s Programs

August 3: Meet Mike Familant, New Jersey Native and Bigfoot Researcher!

August 2: Calling all teens! Dive into the exciting world of improv theater!

August 1: Calling All Teen Robotics Enthusiasts!

July 31: Tim Hoh is back for another round of family-friendly entertainment!

July 28: Next Week’s Programs (July 30 – August 5)

July 27: Come see the Bookmobile at Edison Township’s National Night Out!

July 26: Learn about different animals and how they affect the planet with Eyes of the Wild!

July 25: Calling all teens: Come learn a fun, new trade in our Balloon Animal Workshop!

July 24: Walter Choroszewski discusses the Golden Age of Rock, from the British Invasion to American Pop.

July 21: Next Week’s Programs

July 20: Think you know “Friends”?

July 19: Learn the history of food, tea, and fashion during the times of Jane Austen and Queen Victoria.

July 18: Learning to Program with Finch Robotics

July 17: Learn the tales of how our country’s founders chose the symbols to represent America.

July 14: Next Week’s Programs

July 13: Experience the world of creepy-crawlies with Insectropolis and the Edison Public Library!

July 12: Beatles scholar Vinnie Bruno leads you through the historical musical journey of the Fab Four.

July 11: Celebrate the history of the Clara Barton neighborhood of Edison Township!

July 10: Turn your child into a Science Hero with TaleWise and the Edison Public Library

July 7: Next Week’s Programs

July 6: Are you ready for the Bookmobile?

July 5: Help your teen fight the Summer Slump with Science Lab: Pushing Limits.

July 4: Channel Divine Wisdom with Author and Medium RoseMarie Rubinetti Cappiello

July 3: What’s happening in July!

June 30: Next Week’s Programs (July 2 – 8)

June 29: Enjoy Storytime at Home, courtesy of the Edison Public Library.

June 28: Stop by the Clara Barton Branch for a movie day.

June 27: Celebrate Summer Reading with us!

June 26: Learn the history of food, tea, and fashion during the times of Jane Austen and Queen Victoria.

June 23: Next Week’s Programs

June 22: Don’t let your child fall behind over the summer!

June 21: Learn to use C++ in coding with the Edison Public Library and WeMake 4H.

June 20: Summer is here! Enjoy these light, fun “beach reads.”

June 19: Hackensack Meridian Health is returning for their second Heart Health Series program on Hypertension.

June 16: Next Week’s Programs

June 15: Join us for a discussion with Award-Winning Author Adaryll Moore on the topic of Transgender Mental Health Awareness and Education.

June 14: This Juneteenth, reflect on the struggles of enslaved people in America.

June 13: Hear about the secret history of slavery in New Jersey from MCC Chair of History and Social Sciences, Timothy Hack.

June 12: Learn how the Stonewall Uprising ignited the Pride Movement.

June 9: Next Week’s Programs

June 8: Why is reading to your child so important?

June 7: Show Dad he’s the greatest with a trophy from the Edison Public Library.

June 6: Enhance Your Skills for Free with LinkedIn Learning at the Edison Public Library

June 5: Remembering D-Day, the Battle That Changed World War II

June 2: Next Week’s Programs

June 1: What’s happening in June!

May 31: Celebrate Pride Month with the Edison Public Library!

May 30: June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

May 29: Happy birthday to these famous June-born authors!

May 26: Next Week’s Programs

May 25: Join our 3D Design with STEM 4-Her program and unleash your imagination!

May 24: The Library will be closed for Memorial Day.

May 23: Don’t panic. 🪐 🧣

May 22: Learn the warning signs of a heart attack with Hackensack Meridian Health.

May 19: Next Week’s Programs

May 18: Why is reading to your child so important?

May 17: Saluting all of the brave men and women of our armed forces, past and present.

May 16: Learn about genetics with WeMake 4H and their strawberry DNA extraction program.

May 15: Join us in celebrating the Wild Women of the Blues who shaped our music.

May 12: Next Week’s Programs

May 11: In Celebration of All Mothers on Mother’s Day

May 10: Help destigmatize mental illness with NAMI’s “In Our Own Voice” presentation.

May 9: Celebrating the Work of AAPI Writers

May 8: Let’s raise awareness of the importance of good mental health.

May 5: Next Week’s Programs

May 4: Every day is Free Comic Book Day with Hoopla and the Edison Public Library!

May 3: May the 4th Be With You

May 2: What’s happening in May!

May 1: A Pair of Crafty Take and Makes for May.

April 28: Next Week’s Programs (April 30 – May 6)

April 27: A message for teens overwhelmed with studying…

April 26: Did you know you don’t need to rely on books to study for AP tests?

April 25: Learn about the life of U.S. Grant with first-person impressionist Ken Serfass.

April 24: Actor Pat Jordan will bring Clara Barton to life at the Edison Public Library.

April 21: Next Week’s Programs

April 20: A night of music, magic, and puppets with Jumpin’ Jamie!

April 19: Support our Clara Barton Book Sale and the Edison Public Library.

April 18: Take a tour of the Edison Public Library branches for National Library Week

April 17: Join us for a discussion with writer and instructor Deepti Paikray.

April 14: Next Week’s Programs

April 13: April 15 is World Art Day

April 12: Build UP Your Stress Armor with Rita Garnto

April 11: April is Autism Acceptance Month

April 10: Have you heard about the Bookmobile?

April 7: Next Week’s Programs

April 6: Learn techniques to calm your mind and alleviate your stress from Dr. Manish Saggar.

April 5: What’s happening in April!

April 4: Teach children about the meaning of Passover.

April 3: The Bookmobile is returning!

March 31: Next Week’s Programs (April 2 – April 9)

March 30: Wishing these April-born authors a happy birthday!

March 29: A Selection of Books By Comedians to Tickle Your Funny Bone This April Fools’ Day

March 28: 🧜‍ For Mermaid Day, make these underwater tales part of your world. 🧜

March 27: Join us to learn about our teen volunteer opportunities.

March 24: Next Week’s Programs (March 26 – April 1)

March 23: Calling all Creators, Makers, and Innovators!

March 22: Learn how to set up your own backyard compost!

March 21: Hear the stories of the women who helped win World War II.

March 20: Find inspiration on World Poetry Day.

March 17: Next Week’s Programs

March 16: Rescued by Lacey will teach you how to give your furniture a second life.

March 15: Concerned about your diet and poor eating habits?

March 13: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with these classic Irish books.

March 10: Next Week’s Programs

March 9: Learn the warning signs of diabetes from Hackensack Meridian Health.

March 8: Learn coding with the Edison Public Library and WeMake 4H.

March 7: International Women’s Day is March 8

March 6: What’s happening in March!

March 3: Next Week’s Programs

March 2: Happy birthday to these March-born authors!

March 1: Join us in celebrating Read Across America!

February 28: A selection of inspiring books for Women’s History Month.

February 27: Grow your wealth with these financial literacy programs.

February 24: Next Week’s Programs (February 26 – March 4)

February 23: Get tips on growing your spring garden from Naturalist Jason Goldman.

February 22: Black History Month: Celebrating the versatility of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

February 21: A program for budding entrepreneurs

February 20: Observe Presidents’ Day with these entertaining and educational books.

February 17: Next Week’s Programs

February 16: Worried that your age is a factor in your job search?

February 15: Black History Month: Celebrating the bravery of Ruby Bridges.

February 14: Enjoy a night of performance’s at the NAACP’s “Jazz Cotton Club.”

February 13: Happy Library Lovers’ Day!

February 10: Next Week’s Programs

February 9: Celebrating the Accomplishments of Black Women during Black History Month.

February 8: Black History Month: Celebrating the career and legacy of Shirley Chisholm.

February 7: 🏈 Are you ready for some football? 🏈

February 6: What’s happening in February!

February 4: Get info on the ANCHOR Property Tax Relief from the New Jersey Department of the Treasury

February 3: Next Week’s Programs

February 2: Need help with your job search? EPL is here for you.

February 1: Black History Month: Celebrating the legacy of John Lewis.

January 31: Love jazz? Join us for “Jazz and the African American Experience.”

January 30: Join us for a Valentine’s Story Hour focused on caring and friendship.

January 27: Next Week’s Programs (January 29 – February 4)

January 26: January 27 is International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

January 25: Expand your culinary skills with a live cooking demonstration from Chef Jesse Jones.

January 24: Remembering the heroes who gave their lives in pursuit of space exploration.

January 23: “Shell Cats” Artist Lauren Li will be at the Main Library on January 24.

January 20: Next Week’s Programs

January 19: Confused by Creativebug? Our Makerspace can help you!

January 18: There’s still time to join the Winter Reading Challenge!

January 17: Using Hoopla to go to the library without going to the library.

January 16: How to record a video interview to further your job search.

January 13: Next Week’s Programs

January 12: Learn to use mixed media to create a representation of a cherry blossom tree (for teens).

January 12: We’re continuing our Lunar New Year celebration with a live musical performance!

January 11: Let us help you write a resume to land that perfect job.

January 10: Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King Jr…

January 9: Celebrate the Lunar New Year with the Edison Public Library!

January 6: Next Week’s Programs

January 5: Meet Cynthia Yuan Cheng, author/illustrator of “The Babysitters Club” graphic novel.

January 4: What’s happening in January!

January 3: Bring your young ones for a pizza-themed read-along.

January 2: Learn the secrets to an organized life with Jamie Novak

December 29: 🤘 January 3 is Women Rock! Day! 🤘

December 28: See the “Shell Cats” exhibit at the Edison Public Library.

December 27: Remembering Stan Lee…

December 26: What’s your 2023 New Year’s Resolution?

December 23: Next Week’s Programs

December 22: Learn the history of Kwanzaa with Merna Ricks.

December 22: The Clara Barton Branch is relocating.

December 21: Join our Winter Reading Challenge!

December 20: Christmas books to boost your holiday spirit.

December 19: Kwanzaa begins on December 26.

December 16: Next Week’s Programs

December 15: Happy Hanukkah from the Edison Public Library!

December 14: 🍪 + ❄️ = Our Latest Teen Program!

December 13: Meet Kushi Hebbar, the artist behind the “Connected” exhibit.

December 12: Learn the ins and outs of wine.

December 9: Next Week’s Programs

December 8: Expanding your reading along with your social circle.

December 7: Visit the library without leaving your house.

December 6: Trace your Family History with AncestryLibrary.

December 5: In honor of the National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day…

December 2: Next Week’s Programs

December 1: December’s Makerspace programs

November 30: What’s happening in December!

November 29: A message to our patrons on Giving Tuesday.

November 28 : Creativebug is coming to the Edison Public Library!

November 25: Next Week’s Programs (November 27 – December 3)

November 24: Happy Thanksgiving from the Edison Public Library!

November 23: Our latest exhibit “Connected” features artwork from a local sophomore.

November 22: Let the Edison Public Library help with your New Year’s Resolutions.

November 21: Join us for Story Time at the Menlo Park Mall!

November 18: Next Week’s Programs

November 17: Need help preparing Thanksgiving dinner?

November 16: Smart Recovery is here to help your struggles with addiction.

November 15: GOPIO of Edison invites you to Give Thanks and Light Up the World.

November 14: Learn to be clear and concise with this Elevator Pitch workshop!

November 11: Next Week’s Programs

November 10: Participating in NaNoWriMo? Check out the Edison Public Library.

November 9: What’s happening in November!

November 8: Celebrating the Native American Heritage of Edison

November 7: Support for Veterans and Their Families.

November 5: Be heard. Cast your vote on November 8.

November 4: Next Week’s Programs

November 3: Learn about the latest tax info and retirement strategies from GOPIO.

November 2: Get ready to ‘fall back’ this Sunday!

November 1: Learn the Indian art of Rangoli with artist Sujata Amritkar

October 31: We’re kicking off NaNoWriMo with a short story contest for teens!!

October 28: Next Week’s Programs (October 30 – November 5)

October 27: Thank a Veteran – November 1-8

October 26: We’re expanding our Makerspace times!

October 25: 🔥 bad! 📚 good! October 28 is National Frankenstein Friday!

October 24: How to celebrate Día de Muertos…

October 21: Next Week’s Programs

October 20: Meet Eric C. Gray, author of “Backyards to Ballparks”

October 19: No Tricks, All Treats at the Edison Public Li-BOO-ry

October 18: Have you tried Pronunciator yet?

October 17: Get the Skills to Ace That Next Interview!

October 14: Next Week’s Programs

October 13: Read These Books From The Booker Prize Shortlist

October 12: In Support of National Coming Out Day

October 11: Celebrate Diwali at the Edison Public Library

October 10: Indigenous Peoples’ Day

October 8: Daily Scribble Exhibit

October 7: Next Week’s Programs

September 30: Next Week’s Programs (October 2 – October 8 )

September 23: Next Week’s Programs (September 25 – October 1)

Banned Books Week September 18-24, 2022

September is Library Card Sign Up Month!

September 16: Next Week’s Programs

September 11: Next Week’s Programs

Hispanic Heritage Month

September 6: Next Week’s Programs

September 1: Next Week’s Programs (August 29 – September 3)

August 19: Next Week’s Programs

August 5: Next Week’s Programs

July 29: Next Week’s Programs (August 1-6)

July 29: Next Week’s Programs

July 19: It’s Not Too Late To Join Summer Reading

July 15: Next Week’s Programs

July 8: Next Week’s Programs

July 5: Edison Public Library Water Safety Program For Kids

July 1: Next Week’s Programs

June 29: Meet Caroline and Learn About Reading Buddies

June 21: The Summer Reading Challenge Is Here!

June 17: Celebrate Juneteenth! Next Week’s Programs

June 10: Next Week’s Programs

June 3: Next Week’s Programs

May 20: Next Week’s Programs

May 13: Next Week’s Programs

May 12: May is Jewish American Heritage Month

May 6: Next Week’s Programs

May 4: May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month!

April 29: Next Week’s Programs

April 27: Library News and Update

April 22: Next Week’s Programs

April 20: National Library Week Ends With a Bang!

April 18: Next Week’s Programs

April 11: Next Week’s Programs

April 7: New York Times Bestseller Lucky Day Collection

April 5: National Library Week

April 4: Happy Birthday Maya Angelou!

April 1: Next Week’s Program

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