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NJ Makers Day:

Building Challenge - Ages 6-11
2024-03-16 15:00:00 2024-03-16 16:00:00 America/New_York NJ Makers Day: Calling all LEGO® enthusiasts! Main Library - Makers Space

Saturday, March 16
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-03-16 15:00:00 2024-03-16 16:00:00 America/New_York NJ Makers Day: Calling all LEGO® enthusiasts! Main Library - Makers Space

Main Library

Makers Space

Calling all LEGO® enthusiasts!

Join us for a morning of creative fun and brick-tastic challenges at the library for NJ Maker Day!

Limited space available in our makerspace room.

Tables will rotate every 15-20 minutes to accommodate all!

This session is for ages 6 - 11. No registration required. 

 

AGE GROUP: | Childrens |

EVENT TYPE: | Makerspace | In-Person |

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Main Library
Phone: 732-287-2298
Hours

Main Library

 

Today's hours

We're open 9:30AM to 6:00PM

Mon, Jul 22 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 23 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 24 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 25 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 26 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 27 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 28 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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340 Plainfield Avenue
Edison, NJ 08817
Tel: 732-287-2298
About the branch

The Main Library on Plainfield Avenue next to the Edison Train Station. The library offers an extensive children’s room, a Meeting Room/Event Space, and a dedicated Maker Space.

Upcoming Events

Canceled
My First Escape Room: Pokemon Session 1 - ages 5 - 11
Fri, Jul 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
Can you escape the room and catch 'em all?
Canceled
My First Escape Room: Pokemon Session 2 - ages 5 - 11
Fri, Jul 26, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Maker Space
Can you escape the room and catch 'em all?
Canceled
My First Escape Room: Pokemon Session 3 - ages 5 - 11
Fri, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Maker Space
Can you escape the room and catch 'em all?
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - Girls in grades 5-12
Fri, Jul 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
External
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Registration is now closed
Art of Speaking copy - Toastmasters International
Sat, Jul 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Joining Toastmasters allows you to build the skills to become a more confident public speaker and stronger leader in every area of your life.
Mad Hatter Party - ages 3-9
Sat, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Enjoy the wonderful journey of Alice in Wonderland with a craft and refreshments.
Ethel Merman - Lectures In Song
Sat, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Presented and performed by Fred Miller.
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - Girls in grades 5-12
Sat, Jul 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
External
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Karate Demo Class - with Satori Academy of Martial Arts
Sun, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Begin your karate adventure at the Library!
Littlest Literary Adventures - for babies 0 - 18 months!
Mon, Jul 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Summer stories, songs, and & fun for the youngest members of our library community!
Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5
Mon, Jul 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Come and hear some fun stories!
Summer Family Storytime - North Edison Branch
Mon, Jul 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Kids ages 0-9 and their caregivers are invited to our interactive story time!
Escape Room: Hidden Treasure Session 1 - ages 8 - 11
Mon, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Use your detective skills to find the buried treasure!
This event is full
Escape Room: Hidden Treasure Session 2 - ages 8 - 11
Mon, Jul 29, 2:45pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room
Use your detective skills to find the buried treasure!
This event is full
Teen Castle Crafters
Mon, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Let's build our own fantasy castle!
Crazy 8s Club - For grades K to 2 - Session 2
Mon, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join Crazy *s Club - where you'll build stuff, make music, and have fun learning. Math will never be the same!
This event is full
Escape Room: Hidden Treasure Session 3 - ages 8 - 11
Mon, Jul 29, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Use your detective skills to find the buried treasure!
This event is full
Crazy 8s Club - For grades 3 to 5 - Session 2
Mon, Jul 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join Crazy *s Club - where you'll build stuff, make music, and have fun learning. Math will never be the same!
This event is full
Smart Recovery - at North Edison branch
Mon, Jul 29, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Join Joseph Parauda who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Elder Law Information Session-Rescheduled Event Date - New Jersey State Bar Foundation Speakers Bureau
Mon, Jul 29, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Donald Dennison, an Associate at Mandelbaum Barrett PC, will speak about Elder Law and the various legal aspects of aging. Older Adults and caretakers are encouraged to attend.
Rockness Music
Tue, Jul 30, 10:00am - 10:45am
Main Library - Makers Space
Rockness Music’s high-energy shows are performed live on guitar and djembe drum by one of our expert performers.
Rockness Music
Tue, Jul 30, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Rockness Music’s high-energy shows are performed live on guitar and djembe drum by one of our expert performers.
Canceled
Smart Recovery - at Main Library
Tue, Jul 30, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Rockness Music
Tue, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Rockness Music’s high-energy shows are performed live on guitar and djembe drum by one of our expert performers.
The Bookies Book Club - Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng
Tue, Jul 30, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Programming Room
Meet in-person for a lively chat about this month's book.
Graphic Novels are Life! Telling Your Own Story - in a Graphic Novel with Dan Santat (5th-8th Grade)
Tue, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Join this year’s winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels.
Register
Game Day
Tue, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Makers Space
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
Crazy 8s Club - For grades K to 2 - Session 2
Tue, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join Crazy *s Club - where you'll build stuff, make music, and have fun learning. Math will never be the same!
This event is full
Crazy 8s Club - For grades 3 to 5 - Session 2
Tue, Jul 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join Crazy *s Club - where you'll build stuff, make music, and have fun learning. Math will never be the same!
This event is full
Library Chef Live - Cannoli Crepes Cooking Demo
Tue, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Library Chef's Chef Teey will demonstrate how to make Cannoli Crepes
Harry Potter Scavenger Hunt - 2 - 11
Wed, Jul 31, All day
Main Library
Celebrate the birthday of the Boy Who Lived with a magical scavenger hunt!
Harry Potter Scavenger Hunt - 2 - 11
Wed, Jul 31, All day
North Edison Branch
Celebrate the birthday of the Boy Who Lived with a magical scavenger hunt!
Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Main Library
Wed, Jul 31, 9:30am - 11:00am
Main Library - Makers Space
Join Candy Varroney, Certified Prevention Specialist with the Edison Municipal Alliance, for BABES, a 6 week program for students who have completed 2nd or 3rd grade in June 2024.
This event is full
Literacy NJ - with Carmella at North Edison Branch
Wed, Jul 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Tutors from Literacy NJ meet with students for ESL classes. For information, contact Literacy NJ at (732) 906-5456.
Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Clara Barton branch
Wed, Jul 31, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join Candy Varroney, Certified Prevention Specialist with the Edison Municipal Alliance, for BABES, a 6 week program for students who have completed 2nd or 3rd grade in June 2024.
This event is full
Drop-In Tech Help
Wed, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Tables by study room 2
One-on-one tech help sessions.
LEGO® Club - Main Library
Wed, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Explore your creativity and strengthen your building skills with LEGO® challenges for ages 6 - 11!
Nature Explorers: Ages 6 - 11 - North Edison Branch
Wed, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Discover the world around you with some hands-on activities focusing on nature, exploration, and fun!
Teen Terrarium Workshop - - North Branch
Wed, Jul 31, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
North Edison Branch - Children's Room
Build a REAL Terrarium to take home with you! Featuring Terrarium Builder Earl!
This event is full
Crazy 8s Club - For grades K to 2 - Session 2
Wed, Jul 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join Crazy *s Club - where you'll build stuff, make music, and have fun learning. Math will never be the same!
This event is full
Crazy 8s Club - For grades 3 to 5 - Session 2
Wed, Jul 31, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join Crazy *s Club - where you'll build stuff, make music, and have fun learning. Math will never be the same!
This event is full
Drop-In Tech Help
Thu, Aug 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Tables in Adult Services Section
One-on-one tech help sessions
Karate Demo Class - with Satori Academy of Martial Arts
Thu, Aug 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Begin your karate adventure at the Library!
Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months
Thu, Aug 01, 11:00am - 11:20am
Main Library - Makers Space
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 18 months. 
Clara Barton Knitting Circle
Thu, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Level tables by windows
Come join the Clara Barton Knitting Circle every Thursday from 1pm-3pm at the Clara Barton Branch Library!
Nature Explorers: Ages 6 - 11 - Main Library
Thu, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Discover the world around you with some hands-on activities focusing on nature, exploration, and fun!
Crazy 8s Club - For grades K to 2 - Session 2
Thu, Aug 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join Crazy *s Club - where you'll build stuff, make music, and have fun learning. Math will never be the same!
This event is full
Crazy 8s Club - For grades 3 to 5 - Session 2
Thu, Aug 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join Crazy *s Club - where you'll build stuff, make music, and have fun learning. Math will never be the same!
This event is full
LEGO® Club - North Edison Branch
Thu, Aug 01, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Explore your creativity and strengthen your building skills with LEGO® challenges for ages 6 - 11!
Family PJ Storytime - all children welcome
Thu, Aug 01, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Songs, rhymes, and stories introduce our youngest family members to the library and early literacy skills. Easy craft to follow!
Mario Party
Fri, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for Mario Bros. themed crafts, games, and more!
We Grew It Here - 100 Years of New Jersey's Horticultural History
Fri, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Presented by Lesley Parness
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - Girls in grades 5-12
Fri, Aug 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
External
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Art of Speaking - Toastmasters International
Sat, Aug 03, 10:00am - 1:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Joining Toastmasters allows you to build the skills to become a more confident public speaker and stronger leader in every area of your life.
Bio Lab with WeMake 4-H - grades 5 - 12
Sat, Aug 03, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Come learn all about Cells and Forensics in an engaging workshop!
Mad Hatter Party - ages 3-9
Sat, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Enjoy the wonderful journey of Alice in Wonderland with a craft and refreshments.
Teen Ice cream party and trivia - Ages 12-19
Sat, Aug 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Lets celebrate summer and national ice cream sandwich day by enjoying some ice cream!
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - Girls in grades 5-12
Sat, Aug 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
External
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Monday Morning Book Club
Mon, Aug 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Please join us online via Zoom, once a month, to connect with other readers for a lively book discussion!
Health Insurance for Kids: How to Apply for NJ FamilyCare - Navigator Exchange Program at Center For Family Services
Mon, Aug 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Help is available for signing up your child for health insurance coverage or renewing coverage through NJ FamilyCare.
Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5
Mon, Aug 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Come and hear some fun stories!
Summer Family Storytime - North Edison Branch
Mon, Aug 05, 11:00am - 11:30am
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Kids ages 0-9 and their caregivers are invited to our interactive story time!
Science Heroes: “Science Lab” - with Talewise
Mon, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Teens will work together to explore and investigate amazing science concepts using confetti cannons, soda bottles, nail polish remover, and more!
MCA Eagles Robotics Showcase - Ages 12-19
Mon, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Learn about robotics
Circle Care Services
Mon, Aug 05, 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Circle Care Services training
Smart Recovery - at North Edison branch
Mon, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
North Edison Branch - Children's Room
Join Joseph Parauda who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Science Heroes: “Science Lab” - with Talewise
Mon, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Teens will work together to explore and investigate amazing science concepts using confetti cannons, soda bottles, nail polish remover, and more!
Drop-In Tech Help
Mon, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Second Floor Tables-Adult Services
One-on-one tech help sessions
Rescheduled
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Mon, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
New date Monday, August 26, 7:00pm - 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.
Coffee & Book Chat
Tue, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Books, coffee, and good conversation!
Canceled
Smart Recovery - at Main Library
Tue, Aug 06, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Campfire Craft - ages 3 - 9
Tue, Aug 06, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Sit by the campfire as we do some crafts!
Game Day
Tue, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Makers Space
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
Meal Prep Hacks! - with LibraryChef
Tue, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
EPL Virtual
Make the most of your time in the kitchen.
Register
Literacy NJ - with Carmella at North Edison Branch
Wed, Aug 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Tutors from Literacy NJ meet with students for ESL classes. For information, contact Literacy NJ at (732) 906-5456.
Navigating Our New Online Catalog
Wed, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
North Edison Branch - Children's Room
A demonstration on using our new online catalog.
Your All Access Pass Behind the Scenes at the Space Station - with Smithsonian Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur
Wed, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Step inside one of the greatest international achievements with a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur.
Register
Science Camp: ages 6 - 11 - North Edison Branch
Wed, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Observe, hypothesize, and experiment with us at the Edison Public Library Science Camp!
Circle Care Services
Wed, Aug 07, 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Circle Care Services training
Outer Space Exploration - ages 5-11
Wed, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Become an astronaut and discover the stars
Friends of the Edison Public Library Meeting
Wed, Aug 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a meeting of the Friends of the Edison Public Library to discuss the next steps for the group.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Wed, Aug 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Teen Space - North Edison Teen Space
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.
Summer Salads: Mediterranean Quinoa Salad - with LibraryChef
Wed, Aug 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual
Let’s discover summer salads together.
Register
Lee Academia Educational Consulting
Thu, Aug 08, 9:45am - 2:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Informational seminar by Stephenie Lee of Lee Academia Educational Consulting.
Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months
Thu, Aug 08, 11:00am - 11:20am
Main Library - Makers Space
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 18 months. 
Clara Barton Knitting Circle
Thu, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Upper Level tables by windows - Clara Barton Upper Level
Come join the Clara Barton Knitting Circle every Thursday from 1pm-3pm at the Clara Barton Branch Library!
Science Camp: ages 6 - 11 - Main Library
Thu, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Observe, hypothesize, and experiment with us at the Edison Public Library Science Camp!
Teen Summer Movie Series - Ages 12-19
Thu, Aug 08, 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Clara Barton Branch
Movie night at the library!
Pokemon Club: PokéManiacs - ages 5 - 11
Thu, Aug 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Celebrate your love of Pokémon with fun crafts, games, and, of course, Pokémon card trading!
STEAM Rangers - (ages 8-11)
Thu, Aug 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Learn about a science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics concept followed by a hands-on activity. Please register each child attending separately.
This event is full
Superfoods Uncovered: Integrating Power Foods - with LibraryChef
Thu, Aug 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
EPL Virtual
Discover how to easily incorporate superfoods into your daily routine for a healthier lifestyle!
Register
Lee Academia Educational Consulting
Fri, Aug 09, 9:45am - 2:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Informational seminar by Stephenie Lee of Lee Academia Educational Consulting.
Office Hours with a Health Insurance Navigator - provided by Center For Family Services
Fri, Aug 09, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Health Insurance Navigators are available to assist residents with enrolling in a health insurance plan through GetCoveredNJ or NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid)
Mario Party
Fri, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Join us for Mario Bros. themed crafts, games, and more!
Teen Ice cream party and trivia - Ages 12-19
Fri, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Lets celebrate summer and national ice cream sandwich day by enjoying some ice cream!
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - Girls in grades 5-12
Fri, Aug 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
External
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Liberty States Fiction Writers
Sat, Aug 10, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Liberty States Fiction Writers meeting
WeMake 4-H: Forensics Lab - grades 5 - 12
Sat, Aug 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Unleash your inner detective with WeMake 4-H by learning all about fingerprints.
Outer Space Exploration - ages 5-11
Sat, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Become an astronaut and discover the stars
MCA Eagles Robotics Showcase - Ages 12-19
Sat, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Learn about robotics
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - Girls in grades 5-12
Sat, Aug 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
External
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Littlest Literary Adventures - for babies 0 - 18 months!
Mon, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Summer stories, songs, and & fun for the youngest members of our library community!
Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5
Mon, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Come and hear some fun stories!
Summer Family Storytime - North Edison Branch
Mon, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Kids ages 0-9 and their caregivers are invited to our interactive story time!
MCA Eagles Robotics Showcase - Ages 12-19
Mon, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Learn about robotics
Teen Escape Room: Trapped in the Library - Ages 13-19
Mon, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Can you escape?!
Smart Recovery - at North Edison branch
Mon, Aug 12, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Join Joseph Parauda who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Canceled
Smart Recovery - at Main Library
Tue, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Game Day
Tue, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Makers Space
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
Library Chef Live - Ratatouille Cooking Demo
Tue, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Library Chef's Chef Teey will demonstrate how to make Ratatouille - a hearty summer vegetable stew.
Registration opens Monday, July 29 2024 at 9:30am
Edison Public Library Board Meeting
Tue, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Edison Municipal Complex - Council Chambers
The Edison Township Public Library’s Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public.
Literacy NJ - with Carmella at North Edison Branch
Wed, Aug 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Tutors from Literacy NJ meet with students for ESL classes. For information, contact Literacy NJ at (732) 906-5456.
Lee's Circus Extravaganza - for Ages 4 to 11
Wed, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
A fun, interactive Juggling Extravaganza!
LEGO® Club - Main Library
Wed, Aug 14, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Main Library
Explore your creativity and strengthen your building skills with LEGO® challenges for ages 6 - 11!
Teen Escape Room: Trapped in the Library - Ages 13-19
Wed, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
North Edison Branch - Children's Room
Can you escape?!
Lee's Circus Extravaganza - for Ages 4 to 11
Wed, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
A fun, interactive Juggling Extravaganza!
Lee's Circus Extravaganza - for Ages 4 to 11
Wed, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Main Library - Makers Space
A fun, interactive Juggling Extravaganza!
Artist Roundtable
Wed, Aug 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Share your ideas, experiences, thoughts or just come to listen and learn. This is an open format of sharing and discussion. We will have a facilitator for this in-person workshop.
Health Insurance for Kids: How to Apply for NJ FamilyCare - Navigator Exchange Program at Center For Family Services
Wed, Aug 14, 7:30pm - 8:15pm
Maker Space
Help is available for signing up your child for health insurance coverage or renewing coverage through NJ FamilyCare.
Registration opens Monday, July 29 2024 at 9:30am
Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months
Thu, Aug 15, 11:00am - 11:20am
Main Library - Makers Space
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 18 months. 
Clara Barton Knitting Circle
Thu, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Come join the Clara Barton Knitting Circle every Thursday from 1pm-3pm at the Clara Barton Branch Library!
The Golden Ticket to College Admissions Isn't What You Think - Redefining Success for Parents of Teens w/ Irena Smith, PhD
Thu, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Join this must-watch talk by Irena Smith, PhD to hear healthy ways to approach the college application process and help your teen define success instead of chasing the elusive “golden ticket.”
Register
Science Camp: ages 6 - 11 - Main Library
Thu, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Observe, hypothesize, and experiment with us at the Edison Public Library Science Camp!
MCA Eagles Robotics Showcase - Ages 12-19
Thu, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Learn about robotics
Fun & Turn Shapes in Art
Thu, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Have fun to turn basic geometric shapes into creative art.
Full STEAM Ahead - (ages 5-7)
Thu, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics -- visit the library to learn about one of these concepts in this hands-on program.
LEGO® Club: Zip Line Challenge - for ages 6 - 11
Thu, Aug 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a special edition of LEGO® Club-- we'll race our creations on zip lines!
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - Girls in grades 5-12
Fri, Aug 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
External
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Art of Speaking - Toastmasters International
Sat, Aug 17, 10:00am - 1:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Joining Toastmasters allows you to build the skills to become a more confident public speaker and stronger leader in every area of your life.
Web Design with WeMake 4-H - grades 5- 12
Sat, Aug 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Come design your own Website with WeMake 4-H! Please bring your own charged laptops.
Intro to Earth Science with WeMake 4-H - grades 5 - 12
Sat, Aug 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Become a geologist for a day and discover the wonders of Earth!
Escape Room: Zombie Apocalypse Session 1 - ages 8 - 11
Sat, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Use your detective skills to break out of the room!
Escape Room: Zombie Apocalypse Session 2 - ages 8 - 11
Sat, Aug 17, 2:45pm - 3:15pm
Makers Space
Use your detective skills to break out of the room!
Finch Robotics with WeMake 4-H - grades 5 - 12
Sat, Aug 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
North Edison Branch
This is all about integrating the Finch Robots and computer science. Please bring your own laptops.
Escape Room: Zombie Apocalypse Session 3 - ages 8 - 11
Sat, Aug 17, 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Makers Space
Use your detective skills to break out of the room!
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - Girls in grades 5-12
Sat, Aug 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
External
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
A Salute to Molly Picon - with Diane Cypkin
Sun, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Molly Picon was the First Lady of the Yiddish Stage during its heyday in the 20s & 30s. In this hour-long presentation, Dr. Cypkin will trace the highlights of Picon’s lengthy career.
Registration opens Monday, August 5 2024 at 9:30am
Science Heroes: “Adventure of the Lost Treasure” - for ages 5 to 11
Mon, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Main Library - Makers Space
Experience the fusion of science and stories with Science Heroes: “Adventure of the Lost Treasure”!
Littlest Literary Adventures - for babies 0 - 18 months!
Mon, Aug 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Summer stories, songs, and & fun for the youngest members of our library community!
Summer Family Storytime - North Edison Branch
Mon, Aug 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Kids ages 0-9 and their caregivers are invited to our interactive story time!
Science Heroes: “Adventure of the Lost Treasure” - for ages 5 to 11
Mon, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Experience the fusion of science and stories with Science Heroes: “Adventure of the Lost Treasure”!
Teen Harry Potter Party - Ages 12-19
Mon, Aug 19, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Get sorted, Make wands, Have FUN
Smart Recovery - at North Edison branch
Mon, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Join Joseph Parauda who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Navigating Our New Online Catalog
Mon, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
A demonstration on using our new online catalog.
Drop-In Tech Help
Tue, Aug 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Second Floor Tables-Adult Services
One-on-one tech help sessions
Canceled
Smart Recovery - at Main Library
Tue, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Game Day
Tue, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Makers Space
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
Literacy NJ - with Carmella at North Edison Branch
Wed, Aug 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Tutors from Literacy NJ meet with students for ESL classes. For information, contact Literacy NJ at (732) 906-5456.
Science Camp: ages 6 - 11 - North Edison Branch
Wed, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Observe, hypothesize, and experiment with us at the Edison Public Library Science Camp!
Family Game Day
Wed, Aug 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
Teen Harry Potter Party - Ages 12-19
Wed, Aug 21, 3:35pm - 4:45pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Get sorted, Make wands, Have FUN
Campfire Night - ages 0 - 11
Wed, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Sit by the campfire as we read some spooky books and do some crafts!
An Exploration of Friendship, Reckoning, and Hope - with novelist Shelby Van Pelt
Wed, Aug 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt chats about her novel "Remarkably Bright Creatures" with a deep-dive exploration of friendship, reckoning, hope, and so much more!
Register
Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months
Thu, Aug 22, 11:00am - 11:20am
Main Library - Makers Space
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 18 months. 
Creative Crafty Kids - Ages 6 - 10
Thu, Aug 22, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
spark your imagination to create awesome crafts with colorful pipe cleaners.
Clara Barton Knitting Circle
Thu, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Come join the Clara Barton Knitting Circle every Thursday from 1pm-3pm at the Clara Barton Branch Library!
Science Camp: ages 6 - 11 - Main Library
Thu, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Observe, hypothesize, and experiment with us at the Edison Public Library Science Camp!
MCA Eagles Robotics Showcase - Ages 12-19
Thu, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Learn about robotics
Ready, Set, Kindergarten
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, songs, and school supplies!
Registration opens Monday, August 12 2024 at 9:00am
Ready, Set, Kindergarten
Thu, Aug 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, songs, and school supplies!
Registration opens Monday, August 12 2024 at 9:00am
The Power of Kindness, Resilience & Hope - in the World We Live in Today
Thu, Aug 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
A major part of what helps us to be more resilient are some of our best qualities already within us - particularly our strengths of gratitude, kindness, and hope.
Ready, Set, Kindergarten
Fri, Aug 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Join us for a fun-filled hour of stories, songs, and school supplies!
Registration opens Monday, August 12 2024 at 9:00am
Pokemon Club: PokéManiacs - ages 5 - 11
Fri, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Celebrate your love of Pokémon with fun crafts, games, and, of course, Pokémon card trading!
Harry Potter Party - ages 3 - 11
Sat, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
We’re turning the library into Hogwarts!
Songs of Summer - Senior Karaoke
Sat, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Sing your heart out to all your favorite songs!
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