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Game Day

2024-11-12 15:00:00 2024-11-12 16:45:00 America/New_York Game Day We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun! Main Library -

Tuesday, November 12
3:00pm - 4:45pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-12 15:00:00 2024-11-12 16:45:00 America/New_York Game Day We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun! Main Library -

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

Hang out, make friends, and play some video games!

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | In-Person | Games |

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Main Library

Phone: 732-287-2298

Hours

Main Library

 

Today's hours

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

Mon, Oct 28 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Oct 29 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 30 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 31 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 01 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 02 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 03 12:00PM to 5:00PM

Address
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

Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months. 

Mon, Oct 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Come and hear some fun stories!

Mon, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
North Edison Branch - Children's Room
Join Joseph Parauda who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Edison Branch
Let's make colorful friendship bracelets of yarn without a needle. AGES 7 - 11
This event is full

Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
A 2 month course to begin learning English vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Oct 28, 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.

Cancelled
Tue, Oct 29, 10:00am - 1:30pm
North Edison Branch
Aetna member benefits information session

Tue, Oct 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
NJ SHARES is a nationally recognized 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides statewide assistance and referral for families who need help paying energy, water, and telephone bills.

Tue, Oct 29, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Makers Space
Have fun getting to know the ABCs!

Tue, Oct 29, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Tue, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
If you have a chronic condition such as arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, or other please join us!
Registration is now closed

Tue, Oct 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Programming Room
Meet in-person for a lively chat about this month's book.

Tue, Oct 29, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Makers Space
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!

Tue, Oct 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Since the 1980s when near death experiences became part of the public consciousness, they have held endless attraction for people. Why do they resonate so powerfully within us?

Wed, Oct 30, 2:00pm - 4:15pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Showing "Knives Out" starring Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Michael Shannon.

Wed, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Children's Room
Learn about poetry and write some horror themed poetry!

Wed, Oct 30, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Get into the Halloween spirit with a visit to the library!

Wed, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
A 2 month course to begin learning English vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Oct 30, 7:30pm - 8:45pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room,Children's Room
What happens when Halloween and Diwali fall on the same night?

Thu, Oct 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Come and hear some fun stories with your toddlers!

Thu, Oct 31, 11:00am - 11:15am
Main Library - Makers Space
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 18 months. 

Thu, Oct 31, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library
Come trick-or-treat in the library!

Thu, Oct 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch
Come join the Clara Barton Knitting Circle every Thursday from 1pm-3pm at the Clara Barton Branch Library!

Thu, Oct 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch
Join us for games, fun and a costume contest with prizes!

Thu, Oct 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Come trick-or-treat in the library!

Thu, Oct 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
This is a 2 month course to learn basic computer skills and earn technology certificates.
Registration is now closed

Fri, Nov 01, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Makers Space
Celebrate the best time of the year, FALL!

Fri, Nov 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
This is a 2 month course to learn basic computer skills and earn technology certificates.
Registration is now closed

Sat, Nov 02, 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.

Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Help is available during GetCoveredNJ Open Enrollment Period (November 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025)

Sat, Nov 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Make personalized fall inspired art.

Mon, Nov 04, 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!

Mon, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Makers Space
Have fun getting to know the ABCs!

Mon, Nov 04, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Join Joseph Parauda who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Mon, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clara Barton - Second Floor
One-on-one tech help sessions

Mon, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
A 2 month course to begin learning English vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
Registration is now closed

Mon, Nov 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
- Main Library- Teen Area
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.

Rescheduled
Tue, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
New date Monday, November 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library
Have fun getting to know the ABCs!

Tue, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!

Tue, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Learn the history of the kora, how it is built, who typically plays it and the types of events at which it is often utilized.

Tue, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual
Master the art of creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes from scratch.
Register

Wed, Nov 06, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Songs, rhymes, and stories introduce our youngest family members to the library and early literacy skills.

Wed, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
If you have a chronic condition such as arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, or other please join us!
Registration is now closed

Rescheduled
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
New date Saturday, November 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library
Decorate a bird house and learn about different birds native to New Jersey!

Wed, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
A 2 month course to begin learning English vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Join us for a meeting of the Friends of the Edison Public Library to discuss the next steps for the group.

Wed, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
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.

Thu, Nov 07, All day
North Edison Branch
Vote for your favorite Fictional Characters!

Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Come and hear some fun stories with your toddlers!

Thu, Nov 07, 11:00am - 11:15am
Main Library - Makers Space
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 18 months. 

Thu, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch
Come join the Clara Barton Knitting Circle every Thursday from 1pm-3pm at the Clara Barton Branch Library!

Thu, Nov 07, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Toddlers will learn new motor skills as they create amazing works of art.

Thu, Nov 07, 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.

Thu, Nov 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
This is a 2 month course to learn basic computer skills and earn technology certificates.
Registration is now closed

Thu, Nov 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Navajo Ranger Stanley Milford, Jr. chats about the chilling and clear-eyed memoir of his investigations into bizarre cases of the paranormal and the unexplained in Navajoland.
Register

Fri, Nov 08, 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)

Fri, Nov 08, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Create a live, enclosed terrarium!

Sat, Nov 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Liberty States Fiction Writers meeting

Sat, Nov 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Decorate a bird house and learn about different birds native to New Jersey!

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Explore your creativity and strengthen your building skills with LEGO® challenges for ages 6 - 11!

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Meet members of Team Mach Lightspeed, a local high school rocketry team that is competing in the  American Rocketry Challenge.

Sat, Nov 09, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
North Edison Branch - Children's Room
Design your own Website with WeMake 4-H!

Mon, Nov 11, All day
All Branches
The Edison Public Library system is closed in observance of Veteran's Day.

Mon, Nov 11, 10:00am - 10:20am
Main Library - Makers Space
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months. 

Mon, Nov 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Come and hear some fun stories!

Mon, Nov 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Join us for some pop culture trivia!

Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Books, coffee, and good conversation!

Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Let your imagination run wild!

Tue, Nov 12, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
If you have a chronic condition such as arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, or other please join us!
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!

Tue, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Edison Municipal Complex - Council Chambers
The Edison Township Public Library’s Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public.

Tue, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Waterford Condo Association Board Meeting

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Songs, rhymes, and stories introduce our youngest family members to the library and early literacy skills.

Wed, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 3:15pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Showing "Julie & Julia" starring Meryl Streep, Amy Adams, Chris Messina, Stanley Tucci, and Linda Emond.

Wed, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Edison Branch - Children's Room
Make your own one of a kind plate- Dishwasher safe and safe to eat on!

Wed, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Learn essential money management skills.

Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Do you dig awesome art and stories that come alive with BANGS and WHAMS? Then join The Graphic Novel Guild, the coolest place for kids who love graphic novels!

Wed, Nov 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
A 2 month course to begin learning English vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Imagine being able to access a sanctuary within whenever modern life gets too much or a place where there is peace and bliss. Can you imagine contentment and freedom from fear–whenever you wish it?

Wed, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
North Edison Branch
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.

Wed, Nov 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual
Add a delightful twist to your Thanksgiving table with our homemade apple cranberry sauce!
Register

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 1:30pm
North Edison Branch - Children's Room
Aetna member benefits information session

Rescheduled
Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
New date Thursday, November 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
Come and hear some fun stories with your toddlers!

Thu, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch
Come join the Clara Barton Knitting Circle every Thursday from 1pm-3pm at the Clara Barton Branch Library!

Thu, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Come learn about Tai Chi and its basic movements with Alex Spiewak from Tai Chi USA.

Thu, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Children's Room
Join us for some pop culture trivia!

Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
New York Times bestselling author Javier Zamora chats with us about his riveting tale of survival and perseverance as told in his award-winning memoir Solito.  
Register

Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
This is a 2 month course to learn basic computer skills and earn technology certificates.
Registration is now closed

Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Health Insurance Navigators are available to assist residents with enrolling in a health insurance plan through GetCoveredNJ or NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid)

Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Help rebuild the little Allosaur!
Registration opens Monday, November 4 2024 at 9:30am

Fri, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
This is a 2 month course to learn basic computer skills and earn technology certificates.
Registration is now closed

Fri, Nov 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
November is World Vegan Month.
Registration opens Monday, November 4 2024 at 9:30am

Sat, Nov 16, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Help is available during GetCoveredNJ Open Enrollment Period (November 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025)

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Presented and performed by Fred Miller.

Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Meet members of Team Mach Lightspeed, a local high school rocketry team that is competing in the  American Rocketry Challenge.

Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months. 

Mon, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Come and hear some fun stories!

Mon, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
A relaxing hour of gentle yoga.

Mon, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Let's watch a movie at the library!

Mon, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Join Joseph Parauda who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
A community art project.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
A 2 month course to begin learning English vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clara Barton - Second Floor
One-on-one tech help sessions

Tue, Nov 19, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Tue, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Lenape Myth and Culture.

Tue, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!

Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Help is available during GetCoveredNJ Open Enrollment Period (November 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025)

Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
EPL Virtual
Got leftovers?
Register

Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Songs, rhymes, and stories introduce our youngest family members to the library and early literacy skills.

Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
A 2 month course to begin learning English vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
Registration is now closed

Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Start Your Karate Journey at the Edison Public Library!

Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Mona Susan Power chats about her newest novel and how her work explores Native Rights and Native American culture using a symbol that anchors comfort and companionship in Native life: dolls. 
Register

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Come and hear some fun stories with your toddlers!

Rescheduled
Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
New date Thursday, November 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 18 months. 

Thu, Nov 21, 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. 

Thu, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch
Come join the Clara Barton Knitting Circle every Thursday from 1pm-3pm at the Clara Barton Branch Library!

Thu, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Come learn about Tai Chi and its basic movements with Alex Spiewak from Tai Chi USA.

Thu, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
North Edison Branch - Children's Room
Help the turkey escape the library in time!

Thu, Nov 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
This is a 2 month course to learn basic computer skills and earn technology certificates.
Registration is now closed

Fri, Nov 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Showing "Meet Me in St. Louis" starring Judy Garland, Margaret O'Brien, Lucille Bremer, Mary Astor, and Leon Ames.

Fri, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
This is a 2 month course to learn basic computer skills and earn technology certificates.
Registration is now closed

Sat, Nov 23, 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.

Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Makers Space
Join us as we learn about the parts of a flower and what it takes to take care of one at home!

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Celebrate your love of Pokémon with fun crafts, games, and, of course, Pokémon card trading!

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch
Meet members of Team Mach Lightspeed, a local high school rocketry team that is competing in the  American Rocketry Challenge.

Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Come join us for a Robotics workshop by WeMake 4H!

Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months. 

Mon, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Makers Space
Come and hear some fun stories!

Mon, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
A relaxing hour of gentle yoga.

Mon, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Main Library
Help the turkey escape the library in time!

Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room
Join Joseph Parauda who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Mon, Nov 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
A 2 month course to begin learning English vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
Registration is now closed

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 11:45am
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Showing "Planes, Trains, and Automobiles" starring Steve Martin and John Candy.

Tue, Nov 26, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Tue, Nov 26, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Programming Room
Meet in-person for a lively chat about this month's book.

Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!

Cancelled
Wed, Nov 27, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Main Library
Explore your creativity and strengthen your building skills with LEGO® challenges for ages 6 - 11!

Wed, Nov 27, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
A 2 month course to begin learning English vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
Registration is now closed