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Clara Barton Branch
Phone: 732-738-0096
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We're open 9:30AM to 9:00PM

We're closed Wednesday November 11 due to Veterans Day
Mon, Nov 09 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 10 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 11 Closed
(Veterans Day)
Thu, Nov 12 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 13 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 14 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 15 Closed
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141 Hoover Avenue
Edison, NJ 08837
Tel: 732-738-0096

Upcoming Events

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Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Day
Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Mondays and Saturdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Cancelled
Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime - ages 0 - 20 months
Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months. 
Cancelled
Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5
Mon, Nov 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library
Come and hear some fun stories!
Rescheduled
Chair Yoga
Mon, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Monday, November 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clara Barton Branch
A relaxing hour of gentle yoga.
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Newcomer Day
Mon, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Are you new to learning English or to the U.S.? Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to start your learning journey and become acclimated to the U.S.
Pilgrims and the Mayflower - From Sea to Shining Sea
Mon, Nov 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
A conversation with historian Joel Farkas
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Mon, Nov 09, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
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.
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Day
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Mondays and Saturdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Exploration Station - ages 1 - 5
Tue, Nov 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Discover the magic of learning through play at Exploration Stations.
Smart Recovery - Main Library
Tue, Nov 10, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
A City on Mars:The Science & Absurdities of Space Settlement - with Kelly and Zach Weinersmith
Tue, Nov 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Join us for an out-of-this-world virtual conversation with New York Times bestselling authors Kelly and Zach Weinersmith's book..
Register
Game Day
Tue, Nov 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Room
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
The Power of Meditation and Gratitude This Holiday Season
Tue, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Meditation can enhance your life personally with a sense of inner peace and even helps with seasonal stress. When adding gratitude into our lives, this can be a winning combination.
Edison Public Library Board Meeting
Tue, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
The Edison Township Public Library’s Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public.
AI for Small Business - Without the Hallucination Hangover
Tue, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
Generative AI can save time, strengthen outreach, and streamline everyday business tasks, but only when a human stays in charge.
Aspen At Edison Board Meeting
Tue, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
November Board Meeting
Edison Public Library Closed - Veterans Day
Wed, Nov 11, All day
All Branches
Library Closed
Cancelled
Family Storytime - (all ages welcome)
Wed, Nov 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clara Barton Branch
Songs, rhymes, and stories introduce our youngest family members to the library and early literacy skills.
How Money Became God: Rethinking Wealth and Greed in - Modern Society with Paul Vigna
Wed, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Register today to learn more about how devotion to money has replaced religion as the foundation of our society.
Register
Honey Mashed Sweet Potatoes - with Library Chef
Wed, Nov 11, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Sweeten your Thanksgiving table!
Register
NJLA Public Policy Forum
Thu, Nov 12, 9:00am - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
This is the Public Policy Forum Meeting for NJLA
NJLA Public Policy Forum
Thu, Nov 12, 9:00am - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 2
This is the public policy forum meeting for NJLA
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Grammar Day
Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English reading, writing and grammar skills. Wednesdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Thursdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5
Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Rescheduled
Watercolor Techniques and Landscape Study - A Creative Aging Initiative
Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 1:00pm
New date Friday, November 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
North Edison Branch
An introduction to Watercolor, its history, attributes, and various techniques.
Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months
Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months. 
Tai Chi
Thu, Nov 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.
This event is full
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Grammar Night
Thu, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English reading, writing and grammar skills. Thursdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Mini Me 3D Modeling
Thu, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Customize your own avatar in the 3D modeling software Blender
Doormat Decorating 🏠 - for Adults!
Thu, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Let's paint your own doormat! You can either decorate it with festive designs or your own design!
Skills Development for English Proficiency Tests - Preparing for the CASAS STEPS Assessment
Fri, Nov 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 2
Prepare for an English proficiency test that measures reading and listening skills for English learners. Best for Intermediate to Advanced learners.
Watercolor Techniques and Landscape Study - A Creative Aging Initiative
Fri, Nov 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
North Edison Branch - Makers Space
An introduction to Watercolor, its history, attributes, and various techniques.
Registration is now closed
Smart Recovery - Clara Barton Branch
Fri, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Michael Russo facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting
Rescheduled
Winter Safety
Fri, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Tuesday, November 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Edison Branch
In partnership with JFK Medical Center-Hackensack Meridian Health.
Career and Life Skills for English Learners - ESL
Fri, Nov 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
This class combines English language learning with career and life skills exploration to help non-native speakers build confidence, secure better jobs, and navigate everyday scenarios.
Liberty States Fiction Writers
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Liberty States Fiction Writers for lectures and workshops.
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Day
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Mondays and Saturdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Where is AI in 2026 and Where is it Going?
Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
AI has advanced at a pace that's stunned even leading experts. These systems aren’t science fiction anymore—they’re reshaping work, relationships, and even crime.
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Grammar Day
Sat, Nov 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Practice English reading, writing and grammar skills. Wednesdays and Saturdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Thursdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Light of Knowledge: A Diwali Celebration - Indian Classical Dance and Music presented by Kalagangothri
Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
Celebrate the festival of lights with Kalagangothri in a captivating afternoon of Indian classical dance and music inspired by the spirit of Diwali!
Diwali Lantern Making - ages 5 - 11
Sat, Nov 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the library as we celebrate Diwali with a lantern making workshop!
Festive Rangoli Tealight Trays - ages 5 - 11
Sun, Nov 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Join us at the library as we celebrate Diwali with festive rangoli tealight trays!
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Day
Mon, Nov 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Mondays and Saturdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime - ages 0 - 20 months
Mon, Nov 16, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months. 
Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5
Mon, Nov 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Chair Yoga
Mon, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clara Barton Branch
A relaxing hour of gentle yoga.
This event is full
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Newcomer Day
Mon, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Are you new to learning English or to the U.S.? Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to start your learning journey and become acclimated to the U.S.
Central Jersey Bicycle Club
Mon, Nov 16, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 2
General Board Meeting
The Early History of Making Movies in New Jersey - with local historian John Schneider
Mon, Nov 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
How America's largest entertainment industry planted its roots in the Garden State
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Day
Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Mondays and Saturdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Imagination Station: Library Apple Tree - ages 2 - 5
Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Let your imagination run wild! This month we will be doing a Fall themed craft!
Smart Recovery - Main Library
Tue, Nov 17, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Winter Safety
Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
In partnership with JFK Medical Center-Hackensack Meridian Health.
Game Day
Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Room
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
Boots to Business Reboot - A two-part entrepreneurial boot camp
Tue, Nov 17, 4:30pm - 8:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
Margate Tenants Corporation
Tue, Nov 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Open Board Meeting
Edison Public Library Board Meeting (Alternate)
Tue, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
The Edison Township Public Library’s Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public.
Understanding Fraud & Scams
Tue, Nov 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 2
The ability to spot a scam is an essential digital skill.
Fall Scavenger Hunt - ages 2 - 11
Wed, Nov 18, All day
Main Library
Drop on in to the library for a fun Fall themed scavenger hunt at the library!
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Grammar Day
Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English reading, writing and grammar skills. Wednesdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Thursdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Family Storytime - (all ages welcome)
Wed, Nov 18, 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 Learning Group - Newcomer Day
Wed, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Are you new to learning English or to the U.S.? Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to start your learning journey and become acclimated to the U.S.
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Night
Wed, Nov 18, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Wednesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Zeta Phi Beta
Wed, Nov 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 2
Chapter Discussion
Weird NJ: In and Around Middlesex County - Presented by Mark Moran of Weird NJ
Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
Weird N.J. co-creator shares strange and surprising stories from the Garden State!
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Wed, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Children's 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.
Crispy Potato Pancakes: Let’s Make Latkes! - with Library Chef
Wed, Nov 18, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Learn to make a classic holiday side dish: Latkes (potato pancakes) a beloved, traditional Hanukkah dish.
Register
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Grammar Day
Thu, Nov 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English reading, writing and grammar skills. Wednesdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Thursdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Watercolor Techniques and Landscape Study - A Creative Aging Initiative
Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 2
An introduction to Watercolor, its history, attributes, and various techniques.
Registration is now closed
Truth Be Told - Non-fiction Book Club - Shadow Divers
Thu, Nov 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
The True Adventure Of Two Americans Who Risked Everything To Solve One Of The Last Mysteries Of World War II
Tai Chi
Thu, Nov 19, 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
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Grammar Night
Thu, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English reading, writing and grammar skills. Thursdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Creative Code in p5.js
Thu, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Learn the basics of p5.js in a fall-themed creative coding exercise.
Epic Worlds and Celestial Prophecies: Exploring the Between - Earth and Sky Trilogy with Rebecca Roanhorse
Thu, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Step into a sprawling world of celestial magic, political intrigue, and ancient prophecies with bestselling author Rebecca Roanhorse as we dive deep into her acclaimed Between Earth and Sky trilogy.
Register
Skills Development for English Proficiency Tests - Preparing for the CASAS STEPS Assessment
Fri, Nov 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 2
Prepare for an English proficiency test that measures reading and listening skills for English learners. Best for Intermediate to Advanced learners.
Smart Recovery - Clara Barton Branch
Fri, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Michael Russo facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting
Career and Life Skills for English Learners - ESL
Fri, Nov 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 2
This class combines English language learning with career and life skills exploration to help non-native speakers build confidence, secure better jobs, and navigate everyday scenarios.
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Day
Sat, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Mondays and Saturdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Grammar Day
Sat, Nov 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Practice English reading, writing and grammar skills. Wednesdays and Saturdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Thursdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Henna Session - for Adults
Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Celebrate Diwali and get your henna done by henna artist Salima Thakkar
SPIKE robotics with WeMake 4-H - Grade 5+
Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Join us for a Robotics workshop by WeMake 4H.
An Inspiring Afternoon at the Edison Public Library - Meet Author and Speaker Sunil Robert
Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
Join us for a special author talk and Q&A with Sunil Robert, a motivational speaker and leadership coach whose life journey is a powerful reminder that circumstances do not have to define our future.
Girl Scout Troop 80173
Sun, Nov 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Girl Scouts Meeting
Tabla Introductory Class - from the Taalim School of Indian Music
Sun, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Introductory Music Class for Adults
Rescheduled
Chair Yoga
Mon, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Monday, November 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clara Barton Branch
A relaxing hour of gentle yoga.
Reclaiming Our Voice - New Jersey’s Role in the Fight for Woman Suffrage
Mon, Nov 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
with historical reenactor Carol Simon Levin
Smart Recovery - Main Library
Tue, Nov 24, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
The Bookies Book Club - Sold on a Monday
Tue, Nov 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Meet in-person for a lively chat about this month's book: Sold on a Monday by Kristina McMorris
Game Day
Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Room
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
Boots to Business Reboot - A two-part entrepreneurial boot camp
Tue, Nov 24, 4:30pm - 8:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
Edison Public Library Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday
Wed, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
All Branches
Library Closed
Edison Public Library Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday
Thu, Nov 26, All day
All Branches
Library Closed
Edison Public Library Closed - Thanksgiving Holiday
Fri, Nov 27, All day
All Branches
Library Closed
Salsa w/ SouthStreetSalsa 💃 - for Adults!
Sun, Nov 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Come and put on your dancing shoes and learn how to dance salsa!
Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime - ages 0 - 20 months
Mon, Nov 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months. 
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Day
Mon, Nov 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Mondays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5
Mon, Nov 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Newcomer Day
Mon, Nov 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Are you new to learning English or to the U.S.? Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to start your learning journey and become acclimated to the U.S.
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Day
Tue, Dec 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Mondays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Loose Parts Play - (suggested for ages 2+)
Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Foster your child's creativity in this open-ended free playtime. A variety of materials will be provided to spark play and interaction. No registration.
Imagination Station - ages 2 - 5
Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:45am
Main Library - Children's Room
Let your imagination run wild!
Smart Recovery - Main Library
Tue, Dec 01, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Game Day
Tue, Dec 01, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Room
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
AI & Disinformation
Tue, Dec 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
Today’s AI-powered tools and social media have made it easier and faster to create and spread disinformation.
Registration opens Monday, November 16 2026 at 9:30am
Edison Public Library Closed - Staff Recognition Day
Wed, Dec 02, 9:30am - 1:00pm
All Branches
Library Closed
Cancelled
Family Storytime - (all ages welcome)
Wed, Dec 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clara Barton Branch
Songs, rhymes, and stories introduce our youngest family members to the library and early literacy skills.
Ornament Decorating Workshop - ages 2 - 9
Wed, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Unleash your holiday creativity at the library’s festive Ornament Decorating Workshop!
Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5
Thu, Dec 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Grammar Day
Thu, Dec 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English reading, writing and grammar skills. Wednesdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Thursdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months
Thu, Dec 03, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months. 
Tai Chi
Thu, Dec 03, 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
Technology Support Appointments
Thu, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Get one-on-one help with: basic computer/device questions, using our digital library resources, job searching/online job applications, and more!
Language Lounge- English Learning Group- night - Grammar Night
Thu, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English reading, writing and grammar skills. Thursdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Sparks, Shadows, and Epic Romantasy - with Helen Scheuerer
Thu, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Join us virtually for a downright intoxicating conversation with bestselling fantasy author Helen Scheuerer as we delve into her thrilling new novel, Kiss of the Black Flame.
Register
Skills Development for English Proficiency Tests - Preparing for the CASAS STEPS Assessment
Fri, Dec 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 2
Prepare for an English proficiency test that measures reading and listening skills for English learners. Best for Intermediate to Advanced learners.
Technology Support Appointments
Fri, Dec 04, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Get one-on-one help with: basic computer/device questions, using our digital library resources, job searching/online job applications, and more!
Smart Recovery - Clara Barton Branch
Fri, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Michael Russo facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting
Career and Life Skills for English Learners - ESL
Fri, Dec 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 2
This class combines English language learning with career and life skills exploration to help non-native speakers build confidence, secure better jobs, and navigate everyday scenarios.
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Day
Sat, Dec 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Mondays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Paint a Winter Decoration - (families)
Sat, Dec 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Use paint and paint pens to decorate a wood ornament. No registration but attendance limited for space.
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Grammar Day
Sat, Dec 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Practice English reading, writing and grammar skills. Wednesdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Thursdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Bio Lab with WeMake 4H
Sat, Dec 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Be a geneticist for a day! 
Bubble, Comedy and Music Show: Holiday Awesomeness - ages 1 - 11
Sun, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Turtle Dance Music is going to celebrate the Chanukah and Christmas Festivities with The Music, Bubble and Comedy Show: Holiday Awesomeness!
Monday Morning Book Club - TELL ME EVERYTHING by Elizabeth Strout
Mon, Dec 07, 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!
Shake, Rattle, & Read: A Lapsit Storytime - ages 0 - 20 months
Mon, Dec 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Read simple books and do rhymes and bounces, tickles and hugs. Best for babies ages 0 to 20 months. 
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Day
Mon, Dec 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Mondays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Toddler Tales - ages 2 - 5
Mon, Dec 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Children's Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Newcomer Day
Mon, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Are you new to learning English or to the U.S.? Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to start your learning journey and become acclimated to the U.S.
Bring the Joy to the Holiday Season Through Meditation
Mon, Dec 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Meditation has been known as a healing modality. Join Dave Buck long time meditator as he discusses the extraordinary positive effect that meditation can have on your life.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Mon, Dec 07, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
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.
Used Book Swap - Yankee Swap/White Elephant
Mon, Dec 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Pick a book at random and find your new favorite!
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Communication Day
Tue, Dec 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Mondays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Tuesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Loose Parts Play - (suggested for ages 2+)
Tue, Dec 08, 11:00am - 11:30am
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Foster your child's creativity in this open-ended free playtime. A variety of materials will be provided to spark play and interaction. No registration.
Exploration Station - ages 1 - 5
Tue, Dec 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Discover the magic of learning through play at Exploration Stations.
Smart Recovery - Main Library
Tue, Dec 08, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Exile, Memory, and the Meaning of Home: A Conversation - with Ana Hebra Flaster
Tue, Dec 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Join us online for an extraordinary online conversation with author and essayist Ana Hebra Flaster.
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Game Day
Tue, Dec 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Children's Room
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
Edison Public Library Board Meeting
Tue, Dec 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 1
The Edison Township Public Library’s Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public.
AI as Your Child's Personal Tutor
Tue, Dec 08, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
North Edison Branch - Meeting Room 2
Every child learns differently. What if yours had a tutor who knows exactly where they are, explains things their way, and is there whenever they need it?
Registration opens Monday, November 23 2026 at 9:30am
Language Lounge- English Learning Group - Grammar Day
Wed, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Practice English reading, writing and grammar skills. Wednesdays are for beginner and intermediate levels and Thursdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Family Storytime - (all ages welcome)
Wed, Dec 09, 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 Learning Group - Newcomer Day
Wed, Dec 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Are you new to learning English or to the U.S.? Join us on Mondays and Wednesdays to start your learning journey and become acclimated to the U.S.
Technology Support Appointments
Wed, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Get one-on-one help with: basic computer/device questions, using our digital library resources, job searching/online job applications, and more!
Language Lounge- English Learning Group-night - Communication Night
Wed, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library
Practice English speaking, listening and communication skills. Wednesdays are for intermediate and advanced levels.
Winter Slime - ages 5 - 11
Wed, Dec 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Library - Children's Room
Join us at the library for a frosty, hands-on Slime Day where kids can create their very own winter-themed slime!
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