Name: English Level 1 Course
Start: 2025-05-07T18:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-05-07T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Main Library

Cancelled

English Level 1 Course

ESL Beginner

Main Library

Begin learning English vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Mondays and Wednesdays)

Our English Level 1 course is meant for Adults who are beginner English learners.
This course will be running for 12 weeks, 2 days a week.
Students will work with our ESL teacher to learn English skills through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice.

*YOU MUST REGISTER FOR THE FULL 12 WEEKS*

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Literacy | In-Person | English as a Second Language |

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Main Library

Hours

Main Library

Today's hours

We're open 12:00PM to 5:00PM

We're closed Monday May 26 due to Closed for Memorial Day Holiday

Mon, May 26	Closed
(Closed for Memorial Day Holiday)
Tue, May 27	9:30AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 28	9:30AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 29	9:30AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 30	9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 31	9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jun 01	12:00PM to 5:00PM

this week

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

Take and Make: Father's Day Guitars

Mon, Jun 02, All day

All Branches

Stop in any of our branches to bring home a take and make craft.

Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime - ages 0 - 20 months

Mon, Jun 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Meeting Room

Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months.

Monday Morning Book Club

Mon, Jun 02, 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!

Language Lounge - English Conversation Group

Mon, Jun 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!

Baby and Me

Mon, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room

Join us for Baby and Me at 10:30am in our Multipurpose Room.

Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5

Mon, Jun 02, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Meeting Room

Come and hear some fun stories!

Chair Yoga

Mon, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

A relaxing hour of gentle yoga.

This event is full

Build-Your-Own 2D Scene

Mon, Jun 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Makers Space

Draw or use different colored and patterned paper to create your own world or scene on construction paper.

Administrative Meeting

Mon, Jun 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Internal cabinet meeting

Brick Builders - Ages 5 - 11

Mon, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room

Join to play and build Lego pieces into creative formations. Let your imagination soar to build amazing creations with our Lego bricks.

English Level 2 Course - ESL Intermediate

Tue, Jun 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Learn more advanced English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Alphabet Soup - ages 2 - 5

Tue, Jun 03, 10:45am - 11:30am

Main Library - Meeting Room

Have fun getting to know the ABCs!

Smart Recovery - at Main Library

Tue, Jun 03, 12:00pm - 1:15pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Feature Films - Movie Matinee

Tue, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Showing "Green and Gold" starring Craig T. Nelson, Brandon Sklenar, M. Emmet Walsh, Madison Lawlor, Annabel Armour, Ashton Moio, and Charlie Berens.

English Level 1 Course - ESL Beginner

Tue, Jun 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Begin learning English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Game Day - Ages 11-14

Tue, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

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

Donut Scavenger Hunt - ages 2 - 11

Wed, Jun 04, All day

Main Library

Join us as we celebrate National Donut Day at the library with a donut inspired scavenger hunt!

Toddler Storytime

Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room

Come and hear some fun stories in our Multipurpose Room at 10:30am!

Family Storytime - (all ages welcome)

Wed, Jun 04, 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.

Bollywood Dance Fitness

Wed, Jun 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

For Seniors and Active Adults

This event is full

Dreamgirls (2006) - Broadway Inspirations

Wed, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 3:20pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Every week we celebrate the Great White Way with films that inspired or were inspired by Broadway!

Language Lounge - English Conversation Group

Wed, Jun 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!

Extinctopedia–A Discovery of What We've Lost, What's at Risk - and What To Do About it with Smithsonian Scientists

Wed, Jun 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room

Smithsonian scientists highlight information found in the Smithsonian’s book "Extinctopedia: Discover what we have lost, what is at risk, and how we can preserve the diversity of our fragile planet."

The Adventurers Guild - Dungeons and Dragons

Wed, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Makers Space

Open to tweens 11-14. Beginners welcomed!

Donuts with Dad - ages 2 - 11

Wed, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Enjoy some donuts with your favorite adult as we read some books and do a craft!

Word & Excel Workshop - Microsoft Skills

Wed, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us for a 2 hour workshop to learn the basics of the free Microsoft programs, Word and Excel.

This event is full

Let's Make Cheese Curd & Fresh Mozzarella! - with LibraryChef

Wed, Jun 04, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

EPL Virtual

Celebrate National Cheese Day

Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5

Thu, Jun 05, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Meeting Room

Come and hear some fun stories!

English Level 2 Course - ESL Intermediate

Thu, Jun 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Learn more advanced English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months

Thu, Jun 05, 11:00am - 11:20am

Main Library - Meeting Room

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

Tai Chi

Thu, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

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

This event is full

Clara Barton Knitting Circle

Thu, Jun 05, 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!

English Level 1 Course - ESL Beginner

Thu, Jun 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Begin learning English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Food for thought- Brownies - Tween Social Hour

Thu, Jun 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Talk with your friends and make new ones while enjoying some snacks provided by the library!

Coffee Klatch Book Club - The Mighty Red by Louise Erdrich

Thu, Jun 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room

Come ready for a lively discussion and a light nosh. You can attend this program in person or on Zoom.

Staff Development Day

Fri, Jun 06, 9:30am - 5:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Staff Development Day - Staff only, All Branches Closed to Patrons

Professional Headshots

Sat, Jun 07, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Main Library - Makers Space

Looking for a new job? Want to elevate your professional image? Come get 2 free headshot photos!

This event is full

Curious Crafters - (suggested for ages 8 and up)

Sat, Jun 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Learn a simple batik technique using washable glue. Bring your imagination and wear clothes you do not mind getting dirty.

Book to Screen Club - (ages 6-11 and their grown-up)

Sat, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Is the book always better than the movie? Let's find out in this book and movie club! Check out the book, read it, and then we will watch the movie together to discuss it.

Tantsn un Shpringen - Violinist Lisa Gutkin (the Klezmatics)

Sun, Jun 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

A Yiddish Music Celebration

Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime - ages 0 - 20 months

Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Meeting Room

Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months.

Language Lounge - English Conversation Group

Mon, Jun 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!

Baby and Me

Mon, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Edison Temporary Branch

Join us for Baby and Me at 10:30am in our Multipurpose Room.

Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5

Mon, Jun 09, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Meeting Room

Come and hear some fun stories!

Fathers Day DIY Clay key dish - ages 11-14

Mon, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Make a clay key dish for Dad!

Administrative Meeting

Mon, Jun 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Internal cabinet meeting

The Tragedy of the Schooner John K. Shaw

Mon, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Presented by Shipwreck Diver Dan Lieb.

Colorful Creations - Family Fun Evening

Mon, Jun 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room

Join us for a relaxing and fun family coloring experience! Get creative and colorful. Bring the family for a night of colorful fun and artistic expression at the library.

Black Artists of Vaudeville - Monica Chenault-Kilgore

Mon, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Author of "Jewel of the Blues" discusses the history of Black performers in the early 20th century.

English Level 2 Course - ESL Intermediate

Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Learn more advanced English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Smart Recovery - at Main Library

Tue, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 1:15pm

New venue Main Library - Makers Space

Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

English Level 1 Course - ESL Beginner

Tue, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Begin learning English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Explore Unexpected Twists and Turns - with Bestselling Author Lisa Jewell

Tue, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room

You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming title, Don’t Let Him In (Out June 24, 2025!).

Cooking with Ms. Jailene: Fruit Quesadillas

Tue, Jun 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room

Join Ms. Jailene for a fun and simple cooking lesson.

Cancelled

Edison Public Library Board Meeting

Tue, Jun 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library

The Edison Township Public Library’s Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public.

Mango & Cucumber Salad with Chili Lime Dressing - with LibraryChef

Tue, Jun 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

EPL Virtual

Celebrate National Fruits & Veggies Month

Toddler Storytime

Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Edison Temporary Branch

Come and hear some fun stories in our Multipurpose Room at 10:30am!

Bollywood Dance Fitness

Wed, Jun 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

For Seniors and Active Adults

This event is full

Family Storytime - (all ages welcome)

Wed, Jun 11, 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.

Language Lounge - English Conversation Group

Wed, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!

Real Women Have Curves (2002) - Broadway Inspirations

Wed, Jun 11, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Every week we celebrate the Great White Way with films that inspired or were inspired by Broadway!

The Adventurers Guild - Dungeons and Dragons

Wed, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Open to tweens 11-14. Beginners welcomed!

Computer Support: Drop-In - Earn new digital skills & certificates

Wed, Jun 11, 5:00pm - 8:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Seashell Decorating - ages 5 - 11

Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

We're celebrating National Seashell Day with a fun seashell decorating craft!

Artist Roundtable

Wed, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Clara Barton 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.

Meditation: Discover Our Full Potential

Wed, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room

By meditating we become relaxed and calm as we come in contact with a state of inner peace and well-being. This has a direct effect on those around us as well as on a cellular level.

Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5

Thu, Jun 12, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Meeting Room

Come and hear some fun stories!

English Level 2 Course - ESL Intermediate

Thu, Jun 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Learn more advanced English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months

Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:20am

Main Library - Meeting Room

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

Creative Kids

Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Clara Barton Branch

Join engaging activities to foster creativity in kids. Encourage your child to explore and try something new to develop their motor skills.

Clara Barton Knitting Circle

Thu, Jun 12, 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!

English Level 1 Course - ESL Beginner

Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Begin learning English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Tai Chi

Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

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

The Kettle Klub - An Afternoon of Tea

Thu, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

External

Calling all tea enthusiasts! Join us at the Minnie B. Veal Community Center for an afternoon of tea and conversation. Have a favorite blend? Share it with the group!

Fathers Day DIY Clay key dish - ages 11-14

Thu, Jun 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Make a clay key dish for Dad!

Computer Skills Class - Mini-Course

Thu, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us for a 6 week "mini-course" to learn the essentials of computer skills and earn certificates!

Computer Support: Drop-In - Earn new digital skills & certificates

Fri, Jun 13, 11:00am - 2:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Smart Recovery - at Clara Barton branch

Fri, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Join Michael Russo who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Father's Day Craft

Fri, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room

Make a Father's Day Craft or Card!

Ceramic Flower Pot Painting - For Older Adults

Sat, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Paint your own ceramic flower pot.

Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime - ages 0 - 20 months

Mon, Jun 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library - Meeting Room

Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months.

Language Lounge - English Conversation Group

Mon, Jun 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!

Baby and Me

Mon, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Edison Temporary Branch

Join us for Baby and Me at 10:30am in our Multipurpose Room.

Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5

Mon, Jun 16, 11:00am - 11:30am

Main Library - Meeting Room

Come and hear some fun stories!

Chair Yoga

Mon, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

A relaxing hour of gentle yoga.

This event is full

Internal Meeting

Mon, Jun 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Administrative Meeting

Beaded Keychains & Bag Charms!

Mon, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Main Library - Makers Space

Use assorted ribbons, beads, charms and pendants to create your own unique accessory.

Administrative Meeting

Mon, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Internal cabinet meeting

Pride (2014) - Starring Bill Nighy, Imelda Staunton, and Ben Schnetzer

Mon, Jun 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

U.K. gay activists work to help miners during their lengthy strike of the National Union of Mineworkers in the summer of 1984.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Mon, Jun 16, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Clara Barton 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.

English Level 2 Course - ESL Intermediate

Tue, Jun 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Learn more advanced English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Smart Recovery - at Main Library

Tue, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 1:15pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Feature Films - Movie Matinee

Tue, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Showing "The Unbreakable Boy" starring Zachary Levi, Amy Acker, Peter Facinelli, Patricia Heaton, and Drew Powell.

English Level 1 Course - ESL Beginner

Tue, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Begin learning English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Game Day - Ages 11-14

Tue, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:45pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

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

Computer Skills Class - Mini-Course

Tue, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us for a 6 week "mini-course" to learn the essentials of computer skills and earn certificates!

Edison Public Library Board Meeting (Alternate)

Tue, Jun 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

The Edison Township Public Library’s Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public.

Toddler Storytime

Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Edison Temporary Branch

Come and hear some fun stories in our Multipurpose Room at 10:30am!

Stroke - Are You at Risk? - with Hackensack Meridian Health

Wed, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

You have the power to prevent a stroke.

Registration opens Monday, June 2 2025 at 9:30am

The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994) - Broadway Inspirations

Wed, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Every week we celebrate the Great White Way with films that inspired or were inspired by Broadway!

Language Lounge - English Conversation Group

Wed, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!

Story Sparks: A Teen Author’s Journey - Ages 15-18

Wed, Jun 18, 3:15pm - 4:15pm

Main Library

Meet the local Teen Author Eitan Schnur and learn about the journey it took to get there

Waterford Condo Association Board Meeting

Wed, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 8:45pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Waterford Condo Association Board Meeting

How-To Navigate "Zoom" Workshop

Wed, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Learn the basics of how to use Zoom for personal or professional use

Nina Blake, the Grain-Free Lifestyle Coach - with LibraryChef

Wed, Jun 18, 7:30pm - 8:30pm

EPL Virtual

Have a gluten and dairy allergy but still crave comfort food?

Closed for Juneteenth

Thu, Jun 19, All day

All Branches

In observance of Juneteenth, the Edison Public Library will be closed.

Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Clara Barton branch

Fri, Jun 20, 9:30am - 11:00am

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 2025.

Computer Support: Drop-In - Earn new digital skills & certificates

Fri, Jun 20, 11:00am - 2:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Main Library

Fri, Jun 20, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Main Library - 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 2025.

Smart Recovery - at Clara Barton branch

Fri, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Join Michael Russo who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Liberty States Fiction Writers

Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Liberty States Fiction Writers meeting

Movie Mornings: Shrek - all ages

Sat, Jun 21, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Join us at the library for a showing of Shrek (PG, 2001).

Brick Builders

Sat, Jun 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Clara Barton Branch

Join to play and build Lego pieces into creative formations. Let your imagination soar to build amazing creations with our Lego bricks.

Language Lounge - English Conversation Group

Mon, Jun 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!

Baby and Me

Mon, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Edison Temporary Branch

Join us for Baby and Me at 10:30am in our Multipurpose Room.

Administrative Meeting

Mon, Jun 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Internal cabinet meeting

Food for thought-Brownies - Teen social hour

Mon, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Talk with your friends and make new ones while enjoying some snacks provided by the library!

Orlando: My Political Biography - A Documentary by Paul B. Preciado

Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Taking Virginia Woolf’s novel "Orlando: A Biography" as his starting point, filmmaker Paul B. Preciado fashions a personal essay, historical analysis, and social manifesto.

Art Collages

Mon, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Makers Space

Explore the fun and freedom of collage! In this class, you'll use cardstock, stickers, old magazines, book pages, and markers to create vibrant, layered artwork.

Juneteenth - A Historical Persentation

Mon, Jun 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Dr. Daisy Century, historical performer, will present a history of Juneteenth to the present day.

English Level 2 Course - ESL Intermediate

Tue, Jun 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Learn more advanced English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Imagination Station - ages 2 - 5

Tue, Jun 24, 10:45am - 11:30am

Main Library - Meeting Room

Let your imagination run wild!

Smart Recovery - at Main Library

Tue, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 1:15pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Feature Films - Movie Matinee

Tue, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Showing "A Real Pain" starring Kieran Culkin, Jesse Eisenberg, Olha Bosova Bosova, Banner Eisenberg, and Jakub Gasowski.

English Level 1 Course - ESL Beginner

Tue, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Begin learning English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Game Day with EPD

Tue, Jun 24, 1:15pm - 4:00pm

Main Library

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

The Bookies Book Club - The God of Woods by Liz Moore

Tue, Jun 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm

New venue Main Library - Makers Space

Meet in-person for a lively chat about this month's book.

Living the Otter Life with Katherine Applegate - (3rd-6th Grade)

Tue, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room

Join us as award-winning author and summer reading champion Katherine Applegate talks to viewers about her enthusiastically heartwarming novel in verse, "Odder."

Computer Skills Class - Mini-Course

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us for a 6 week "mini-course" to learn the essentials of computer skills and earn certificates!

Toddler Storytime

Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:15am

North Edison Temporary Branch

Come and hear some fun stories in our Multipurpose Room at 10:30am!

Language Lounge - English Conversation Group

Wed, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!

Othello (1995) - Broadway Inspirations

Wed, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Every week we celebrate the Great White Way with films that inspired or were inspired by Broadway!

LEGO® Club - ages 5 - 11

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Explore your creativity and strengthen your building skills with LEGO® challenges for ages 6 - 11!

Word & Excel Workshop

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for a 2 hour workshop to learn the basics of the free Microsoft programs, Word and Excel.

7 Things You Forget to Spring Clean

Wed, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:15pm

EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room

Presented by Jamie Novak, author and humorist!

Brookview Commons HOA Meeting

Wed, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 8:45pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Wed, Jun 25, 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Main Library - Makers 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.

English Level 2 Course - ESL Intermediate

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Learn more advanced English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5

Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 10:30am

Main Library

Come and hear some fun stories!

Truth Be Told - Non-fiction Book Club - Hidden Figures

Thu, Jun 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room

Join our new and exciting non-fiction book club.

Clara Barton Knitting Circle

Thu, Jun 26, 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!

English Level 1 Course - ESL Beginner

Thu, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Begin learning English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)

Registration is now closed

Bilingual Storytime with Ms. Jailene

Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room

Join us for an English and Spanish Storytime!

Computer Skills Class - Mini-Course

Thu, Jun 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us for a 6 week "mini-course" to learn the essentials of computer skills and earn certificates!

In My Craft Era - Glue Batik

Thu, Jun 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Explore a new art technique in this series for adults. We will learn how to create a simple batik with washable glue.

Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Clara Barton branch

Fri, Jun 27, 9:30am - 11:00am

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 2025.

LEGO Play!

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm

North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room

Join us for some LEGO playing time.

Computer Support: Drop-In - Earn new digital skills & certificates

Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 2:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

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

Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Main Library

Fri, Jun 27, 11:30am - 1:00pm

Main Library - 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 2025.

Coloring Connections - An Adult Coloring group

Fri, Jun 27, 11:45am - 12:45pm

Clara Barton Branch

Escape the daily hustle and find your inner artist! Join us for a relaxing adult coloring session. It's a perfect opportunity to socialize, connect and express yourself creatively.

Smart Recovery - at Clara Barton branch

Fri, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 2:15pm

Clara Barton Branch

Join Michael Russo who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.

Food for thought- Brownies - Teen social hour

Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room

Talk with your friends and make new ones while enjoying some snacks provided by the library!

Color Your World at the Library! - all ages

Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

Join us as we splash into a summer of reading and artistic exploration, coloring our world with stories and imagination!

Color Your World at the Library! - all ages

Sat, Jun 28, 12:00pm - 2:00pm

North Edison Temporary Branch - Meeting Room

Join us as we splash into a summer of reading and artistic exploration, coloring our world with stories and imagination!

Color Your World at the Library! - all ages

Sat, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

Join us as we splash into a summer of reading and artistic exploration, coloring our world with stories and imagination!

Storytime at Home - all ages

Mon, Jun 30, All day

All Branches

Swing by the library during the week of July 4th to grab some of our specially curated Storytime at Home book bundles!

Language Lounge - English Conversation Group

Mon, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!

"Health-Bridge" Workshop - Navigating Healthcare

Mon, Jun 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room

This workshop empowers you with skills and confidence to schedule medical appointments, communicate effectively with healthcare providers, and understand what to expect during a visit.

Chair Yoga

Mon, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room

A relaxing hour of gentle yoga.

This event is full

Administrative Meeting

Mon, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Main Library - Conference Room

Internal cabinet meeting

A Trip to the Moon (1902) in Color - with the documentary The Extraordinary Voyage

Mon, Jun 30, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Main Library - Meeting Room