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Literacy NJ

with Jenny at Main Library

Tutors from Literacy NJ meet with students for ESL classes. For information, contact Literacy NJ at (732) 906-5456.

Tutors from Literacy NJ meet with students for ESL classes.

For further information or if you have questions about joining, please contact Owen Faecher, Literacy NJ, at (732) 906-5456.

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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 14 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 15 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 16 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 17 9:30AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 18 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 19 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 20 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

Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Clara Barton branch
Fri, Jul 18, 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.
Registration is now closed
Free Health Screening - presented by Hackensack Meridian Health
Fri, Jul 18, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Do you Know Your Numbers? Join the Community Outreach Nurses from Hackensack Meridian Health for free Wellness Screenings
Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Main Library
Fri, Jul 18, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Conference 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.
Registration is now closed
Smart Recovery - at Clara Barton branch
Fri, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Clara Barton Branch
Join Michael Russo who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Coloring Connections - An Adult coloring group
Fri, Jul 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
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.
Movie Matinee: How to Train Your Dragon - ages 2 - 11
Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join us at the library for a showing of How To Train Your Dragon (PG, 2010)!
Pajama Storytime
Sat, Jul 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Join us for a special storytime while wearing our PJs and bring a stuffed animal friend!
The Art of the Sword - with New Jersey Historical Fencing Association
Sat, Jul 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Curious about swords and historical fencing? Join the New Jersey Historical Fencing Association (NJHFA) in this program designed just for teens!
Bluey Wackadoo Party - all children welcome
Sat, Jul 19, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Visit our own rug island for Bluey themed crafts, games, and fun. Just bring yourselves and your imagination. No registration required but areas may be limited for your safety.
Tal Naccarato, LIVE! - all ages
Sun, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a live concert with songwriter Tal Naccarato!
Color Our World- Community Art Display - Take and Make Art Piece
Mon, Jul 21, All day
Main Library
Stop by anytime in July and decorate your own art piece on popsicle sticks! Use markers, stickers, or any other provided materials.
All Month Scavenger Hunt!
Mon, Jul 21, 9:30am - 9:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch
Join us for an all month scavenger hunt!
Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Mon, Jul 21, 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, Jul 21, 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, Jul 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Internal Meeting
Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Administrative Meeting
Art Club - ages 6- 11
Mon, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Come get creative at Art Club, where we'll explore different techniques and materials!
DIY- Handmade Postcards - Teens 14-18
Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Make your own Color Scratch postcards!
Air Dry Clay
Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Shape, sculpt, and create with air-dry clay! Make figures, decor, or functional pieces—no kiln needed! *Teens only*
This event is full
Administrative Meeting
Mon, Jul 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Internal cabinet meeting
How to Steal a Masterpiece - with Art Historian Mallory Mortillaro
Mon, Jul 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room,Virtual Meeting Room
Zoom lecture, also available to watch at the Main Library.
Foamtastic Crafts - Ages 4 & up
Mon, Jul 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Dive into a world of colorful foam and create your very own amazing crafts. We'll have tons of fun cutting, sticking and decorating to make unique art pieces .
Rescheduled
English Level 2 Course - ESL Intermediate
Tue, Jul 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
New date Friday, July 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library
Learn more advanced English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Imagine, Learn, Grow: Kindergarten Ready - ages 2 - 5
Tue, Jul 22, 10:45am - 11:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room
Get ready for kindergarten in this six-week session!
Loose Parts Play - (suggested for ages 3+)
Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Smart Recovery - at Main Library
Tue, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Rescheduled
English Level 1 Course - ESL Beginner
Tue, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Friday, July 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library
Begin learning English vocabulary, grammar, writing and pronunciation. A 12 week course- 2 times a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Feature Films
Tue, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Showing "The Room Next Door" starring Julianne Moore, Tilda Swinton, John Turturro, and Alessandro Nivola.
Cooking with Ms. Jailene: Ice Cream Bowls
Tue, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Join Ms. Jailene for a fun and simple cooking lesson.
Registration is now closed
Talewise: Science Experiment Lab - ages 12 - 18
Tue, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Interactive workshop featuring the experiments from Talewise's experimentation lab!
Author Storytime: Nora Bruno - ages 4 - 11
Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Join us for a storytimew with local children's book author, Nora Bruno!  
Feature Films
Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Showing "The Room Next Door" starring Julianne Moore, Tilda Swinton, John Turturro, and Alessandro Nivola.
Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Wed, Jul 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:15am
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Family Storytime - (all ages welcome)
Wed, Jul 23, 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.
Sunset Boulevard (1950) - Broadway Inspirations
Wed, Jul 23, 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!
Craft Time!
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Stop in to make a fun craft.
Cancelled
Cooking Matters at the Store - with CFBNJ
Wed, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Clara Barton Branch
Join us at the library, with the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, for a free, guided grocery store tour.
Illuminating Hope and Grace in the Face of Hardship - with Rex Ogle (5th-8th Grade)
Wed, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book "Free Lunch."
Register
Talewise: Science Experiment Lab - ages 12- 18
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Meeting Room
Interactive workshop featuring the experiments from Talewise's experimentation lab!
Chess Club - ages 5 - 11
Wed, Jul 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Sharpen your strategy and test your skills at the library's Chess Club!
Cancelled
Computer Support: Drop-In - Earn new digital skills & certificates
Wed, Jul 23, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library
Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.
Meditation in the 21st Century - Why Meditation Matters Even More
Wed, Jul 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
People have been practicing meditation for centuries and today we see a surge in its popularity as new benefits continue to be discovered.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Wed, Jul 23, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose 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.
Grilling for Health: Anti-Inflammatory Foods on the Grill! - with LibraryChef
Wed, Jul 23, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
EPL Virtual
Celebrate National Grilling Month with a sizzling session led by our guest nutritionist.
Register
English Level 2 Course - ESL Intermediate
Thu, Jul 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
Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months
Thu, Jul 24, 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. 
English Level 1 Course - ESL Beginner
Thu, Jul 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
Clara Barton Knitting Circle
Thu, Jul 24, 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!
Tai Chi
Thu, Jul 24, 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
Family Movie: Coco
Thu, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Join us for a fun movie!
The Adventurers Guild - Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Jul 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Open to tweens 11-14. Beginners welcomed!
Water Color Art
Thu, Jul 24, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
We'll be creating a watercolor art project.
Talewise: Science Experiment Lab - ages 12 - 18
Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Interactive workshop featuring the experiments from Talewise's experimentation lab!
Rutgers Solar Car Club - ages 6 - 11
Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Visit the Rutgers Solar Car Team as they talk about the world of solar racing.
Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Clara Barton branch
Fri, Jul 25, 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.
Registration is now closed
English Level 2 Course - ESL Intermediate
Fri, Jul 25, 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
LEGO Play!
Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Join us for some LEGO playing time.
Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Main Library
Fri, Jul 25, 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.
Registration is now closed
Smart Recovery - at Clara Barton branch
Fri, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Clara Barton Branch
Join Michael Russo who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
English Level 1 Course - ESL Beginner
Fri, Jul 25, 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
Pokemon Club: PokéManiacs - ages 5 - 11
Fri, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Celebrate your love of Pokémon with fun crafts, games, and, of course, Pokémon card trading!
DIY- Handmade Postcards - Teens 14-18
Fri, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Make your own Color Scratch postcards!
Mosaic Tile Canvases
Sat, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Create your own mosaic tile canvas!
Web Design with WeMake 4-H - grades 5 - 12
Sat, Jul 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the library where you will learn the basic concepts of Web Design in a fun and engaging manner.
More Musical Gems from the Yiddish Theater - A Concert Lecture Performed by Dr. Diane Cypkin, PhD
Sun, Jul 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Diane Cypkin will feature more beautiful and memorable songs with a focus on the great Yiddish songwriters, accompanied by Lena Panfilova on piano.
Color Our World- Community Art Display - Take and Make Art Piece
Mon, Jul 28, All day
Main Library
Stop by anytime in July and decorate your own art piece on popsicle sticks! Use markers, stickers, or any other provided materials.
All Month Scavenger Hunt!
Mon, Jul 28, 9:30am - 9:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch
Join us for an all month scavenger hunt!
Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Mon, Jul 28, 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, Jul 28, 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, Jul 28, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Art Collages
Mon, Jul 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
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.
Computer Support: Drop-In - Earn new digital skills & certificates
Mon, Jul 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.
Chair Yoga
Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
A relaxing hour of gentle yoga.
Art Club - ages 6- 11
Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Come get creative at Art Club, where we'll explore different techniques and materials!
Administrative Meeting
Mon, Jul 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Internal cabinet meeting
Saving Your Family Photos - ExhibitSmith
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Learn how to identify, preserve, and interpret the old photographs in your personal collection.
Imagine, Learn, Grow: Kindergarten Ready - ages 2 - 5
Tue, Jul 29, 10:45am - 11:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room
Get ready for kindergarten in this six-week session!
Loose Parts Play - (suggested for ages 3+)
Tue, Jul 29, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Smart Recovery - at Main Library
Tue, Jul 29, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Feature Films
Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Showing "Broke" starring Wyatt Russell, Dennis Quaid, Auden Thornton, Mary McDonnell, Johnny Berchtold, and Tom Skerritt.
The Bookies Book Club - Finding Dorothy by Elizabeth Letts
Tue, Jul 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Meet in-person for a lively chat about this month's book.
Game Day - Ages 11-14
Tue, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
Slime Time!
Tue, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Join us for some fun slime!
This event is full
Feature Films
Tue, Jul 29, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Showing "Broke" starring Wyatt Russell, Dennis Quaid, Auden Thornton, Mary McDonnell, Johnny Berchtold, and Tom Skerritt.
Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:15am
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Family Storytime - (all ages welcome)
Wed, Jul 30, 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.
Cabaret (1972) - Broadway Inspirations
Wed, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 3:05pm
Main Library
Every week we celebrate the Great White Way with films that inspired or were inspired by Broadway!
Cancelled
The Color Purple (2023) - Broadway Inspirations
Wed, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 3:20pm
Main Library
Every week we celebrate the Great White Way with films that inspired or were inspired by Broadway!
Craft Time!
Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Stop in to make a fun craft.
LEGO® Club - ages 5 - 11
Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Explore your creativity and strengthen your building skills with LEGO® challenges for ages 6 - 11!
Computer Support: Drop-In - Earn new digital skills & certificates
Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.
Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months
Thu, Jul 31, 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. 
Clara Barton Knitting Circle
Thu, Jul 31, 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!
Tai Chi
Thu, Jul 31, 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
On the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains with Pria Anand
Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
You’re invited to a fascinating conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand to chat about her new book "The Mind Electric."
Register
Family Movie: Elemental
Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Join us for a fun movie!
The Adventurers Guild - Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Jul 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Open to tweens 11-14. Beginners welcomed!
Bubble and Foam Party with the Bookmobile - at Waterford
Thu, Jul 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
External
Join the Bookmobile at one of their stops for a fun bubble party!
Mr. Magico Magic Show - ages 0 - 11
Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the library for a thrilling magic show performed by Mr. Magico!
Bubble and Foam Party with the Bookmobile - at Durham Woods
Thu, Jul 31, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
External
Join the Bookmobile at one of their stops for a fun bubble party!
Bubble and Foam Party with the Bookmobile - at The Enclave
Thu, Jul 31, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
External
Join the Bookmobile at one of their stops for a fun bubble party!
Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Clara Barton branch
Fri, Aug 01, 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.
Registration is now closed
Summer BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic Education Studies) - at Main Library
Fri, Aug 01, 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.
Registration is now closed
Smart Recovery - at Clara Barton branch
Fri, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Clara Barton Branch
Join Michael Russo who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Mr. Magico Magic Show - ages 0 - 11
Fri, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the library for a thrilling magic show performed by Mr. Magico!
Coloring Connections - An Adult coloring group
Fri, Aug 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
LEGO Play!
Sat, Aug 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Join us for some LEGO playing time.
Mr. Magico Magic Show - ages 0 - 11
Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join us at the library for a thrilling magic show performed by Mr. Magico!
Book to Screen Club - (family program)
Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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.
Tween Book Bingo - Ages 11-14
Sat, Aug 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Win some books this summer!
Speak Up, Stand Out: Public Speaking for Middle Schoolers - grades 6 - 8
Sat, Aug 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join Taruna Ramani — public speaking coach and TEDx speaker — for a fun, interactive workshop that builds confidence, clarity, and presence!
She Did Her Way - with Kenneth Lelen
Sun, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
With story and song, concert honors the careers and hit tunes of female vocalists and female composers active from 1925 to 1965.
All Month Scavenger Hunt!
Mon, Aug 04, 9:30am - 9:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch
Join us for an all month scavenger hunt!
Monday Morning Book Club
Mon, Aug 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!
Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Mon, Aug 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!
Baby & Me
Mon, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Job Search Workshop
Mon, Aug 04, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Geared towards older adults- this job search workshop will give you the tools for finding a new job, switching careers and navigating the modern job market
Computer Support: Drop-In - Earn new digital skills & certificates
Mon, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.
Science Camp - ages 5 - 11
Mon, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Observe, hypothesize, and experiment with us at the Edison Public Library Science Camp!  
Sea Glass Art
Mon, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Makers Space
Make your own unique artwork using tumbled sea glass pieces.
Administrative Meeting
Mon, Aug 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Internal cabinet meeting
Teen Book Bingo - Ages 14-18
Mon, Aug 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Win some books this summer!
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - grades 5-12
Mon, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Elvistory Showcase - The King of Vegas
Mon, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join us at the library for an exciting deep dive into the life of Elvis Presley, the King of Rock and Roll.
Saving Your Clothing and Textiles - ExhibitSmith
Mon, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Learn how to identify, preserve, and interpret the clothing and textiles in your personal collection.
Colorful Creations - Family Fun Evening
Mon, Aug 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North Edison Temporary Branch
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.
Imagine, Learn, Grow: Kindergarten Ready - ages 2 - 5
Tue, Aug 05, 10:45am - 11:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room
Get ready for kindergarten in this six-week session!
Loose Parts Play - (suggested for ages 3+)
Tue, Aug 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Smart Recovery - at Main Library
Tue, Aug 05, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Feature Films
Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Showing "Snow White" starring Rachel Zegler, Gal Gadot, Andrew Burnap, and Ansu Kabia.
Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!
The Stories, Science, and History of Birds - with Smithsonian Biologist Jay Falk
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Delve into the fascinating world of birds through astonishing photography and clear explanations in this absorbing global guide, The Bird Book: The Stories, Science, and History of Birds.
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Game Day
Tue, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - grades 5-12
Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Family Evening Storytime
Tue, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Join us for fun stories!
Feature Films
Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Showing "Snow White" starring Rachel Zegler, Gal Gadot, Andrew Burnap, and Ansu Kabia.
Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:15am
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Family Storytime - (all ages welcome)
Wed, Aug 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.
Herbal Vinegar Workshop - with Gardener Lesley Parness
Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Learn to make your very own herbal vinegar blend!
Roxie Hart (1942) - Broadway Inspirations
Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:20pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Every week we celebrate the Great White Way with films that inspired or were inspired by Broadway!
Craft Time!
Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Stop in to make a fun craft.
Muscles in Motion - Biomedical Engineering
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Presented by Girl Scout member Sreshta
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - grades 5-12
Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Kids Paint and Sip - ages 7 - 11
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Come unleash your inner artist at our Kids Paint & Sip event!
Spread the Love: Making Homemade Spreads and Condiments - with LibraryChef
Wed, Aug 06, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
EPL Virtual
Skip the store-bought stuff!
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Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months
Thu, Aug 07, 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. 
Clara Barton Knitting Circle
Thu, Aug 07, 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!
Tai Chi
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Come learn about Tai Chi and its basic movements with Alex Spiewak from Tai Chi USA.
Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!
Family Movie: Turning Red
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Join us for a fun movie!
The Amazing Eskies Dog Trick Show - ages 2 - 11
Thu, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join us for an amazing dog trick show with the Amazing Eskies!
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - grades 5-12
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Directed Drawing: - Sandcastle
Thu, Aug 07, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us for a step-by-step demonstration, where you'll draw your own sandcastle!
Chinese Heritage Storytime
Thu, Aug 07, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Join "VIP Kid" for an introduction to Chinese traditions and culture through a fun virtual storytime!
Job Search Workshop
Thu, Aug 07, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Get an overview of everything you will need to find and land the job!
Coffee Klatch Book Club - Nicked by M. T. Anderson
Thu, Aug 07, 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.
Monster Feelings: Miss Ann Gree - Author Storytime & Craft- AGES 3-11
Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Join Author Jennie Misko and Illustrator Ruhaan Khatri for a read aloud of their NEW book "Monster Feelings: Miss Ann Gree". Followed by a fun craft!
Summer Flicks: A Goofy Movie
Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Beat the heat with fun summer flicks at the library!
Stories with Cinderella - ages 0 - 11
Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Meeting Room
Join us for a magical Cinderella Storytime at the library!
Smart Recovery - at Clara Barton branch
Fri, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Clara Barton Branch
Join Michael Russo who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Computer Support: Drop-In - Earn new digital skills & certificates
Fri, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.
Teen Book Bingo
Fri, Aug 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Win some books this summer!
Liberty States Fiction Writers
Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Liberty States Fiction Writers for lectures and workshops.
Up, Up, and Away with Coloring - All Ages
Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Imagine floating through the sky in a vibrant hot air balloon. Join us for a fun and relaxing coloring session creating beautiful hot air balloon designs!
What's On Your Plate? - Easy Nutrition For the Whole Family
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join "Health-Bridge" for a nutrition workshop that will help you build balanced and affordable meals
Monster Feelings: Miss Ann Gree - Author Storytime & Craft- AGES 3-11
Sun, Aug 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join Author Jennie Misko and Illustrator Ruhaan Khatri for a read aloud of their NEW book "Monster Feelings: Miss Ann Gree". Followed by a fun craft!
My Heart Wants to Sing - with Jay Daniels
Sun, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join us at the library as pianist and vocalist Jay Daniels offers an enchanting concert celebrating the timeless works of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II!
All Month Scavenger Hunt!
Mon, Aug 11, 9:30am - 9:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch
Join us for an all month scavenger hunt!
Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!
Baby & Me
Mon, Aug 11, 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, Aug 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Computer Support: Drop-In - Earn new digital skills & certificates
Mon, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.
Science Camp - ages 5 - 11
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Observe, hypothesize, and experiment with us at the Edison Public Library Science Camp!  
Administrative Meeting
Mon, Aug 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Internal cabinet meeting
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - grades 5-12
Mon, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Friendship Bracelets
Mon, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Use a variety of beads and durable cord to make bracelets that'll last as long as your friendships!
Brick Builders
Mon, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
North Edison Temporary Branch
Join to play and build Lego pieces into creative formations. Let your imagination soar to build amazing creations with our Lego bricks.
Lost Amusement Parks of the North Jersey Shore - with historian Rick Geffken
Mon, Aug 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Looking into the past of a summer pastime
Imagine, Learn, Grow: Kindergarten Ready - ages 2 - 5
Tue, Aug 12, 10:45am - 11:30am
Main Library - Meeting Room
Get ready for kindergarten in this six-week session!
Loose Parts Play - (suggested for ages 3+)
Tue, Aug 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
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.
Smart Recovery - at Main Library
Tue, Aug 12, 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join Rev. Holly Onorato who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Feature Films
Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Showing "Remembering Gene Wilder", a documentary.
Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!
Game Day
Tue, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
We're breaking out our Nintendo Switch for some gaming fun!
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - grades 5-12
Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Feature Films
Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Showing "Remembering Gene Wilder", a documentary.
Edison Public Library Board Meeting
Tue, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
The Edison Township Public Library’s Board of Trustees Meetings are open to the public.
5 simple ways to chicken salad YUM! - with LibraryChef
Tue, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
EPL Virtual
Tired of the same old chicken salad?
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Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!
Toddler Storytime
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:15am
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Come and hear some fun stories!
Family Storytime - (all ages welcome)
Wed, Aug 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.
Rizzo's Wildlife - all ages
Wed, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Get ready for an up-close encounter with some unique animals.
Craft Time!
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Stop in to make a fun craft.
Rizzo's Wildlife - all ages
Wed, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Get ready for an up-close encounter with some unique animals.
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - grades 5-12
Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Rizzo's Wildlife - all ages
Wed, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Get ready for an up-close encounter with some unique animals.
Painting with pH - Chemical Engineering
Wed, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Presented by Girl Scout member Sreshta
Mad Hatter Not-so Tea Party
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy the wonderful journey of Alice in Wonderland with a craft and refreshments.
Artist Roundtable
Wed, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Library - Conference 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.
Coconut Caramel Breakfast Bars - with LibraryChef
Wed, Aug 13, 7:30pm - 8:30pm
EPL Virtual
Join Nina for a sweet and satisfying start to your day!
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Baby Bookworms - ages 0 - 20 months
Thu, Aug 14, 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. 
Truth Be Told - Non-fiction Book Club - Looking for America on the New Jersey Turnpike
Thu, Aug 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Join our new and exciting non-fiction book club.
Clara Barton Knitting Circle
Thu, Aug 14, 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!
Tai Chi
Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Come learn about Tai Chi and its basic movements with Alex Spiewak from Tai Chi USA.
Language Lounge - English Conversation Group
Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us at the Language Lounge for a relaxed and friendly English (ESL) conversation group!
Family Movie: Frozen
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Multi-Purpose Room
Join us for a fun movie!
The Adventurers Guild - Dungeons and Dragons
Thu, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Open to tweens 11-14. Beginners welcomed!
Girls Who Code with STEM 4-Her - grades 5-12
Thu, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Come learn to code in the Edison Public Library's chapter of Girls Who Code!
Chinese Heritage Storytime
Fri, Aug 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
EPL Virtual - Virtual Meeting Room
Join "VIP Kid" for an introduction to Chinese traditions and culture through a fun virtual storytime!
Smart Recovery - at Clara Barton branch
Fri, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Clara Barton Branch
Join Michael Russo who facilitates Edison's addiction recovery meeting.
Computer Support: Drop-In - Earn new digital skills & certificates
Fri, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Get support in using digital devices and online programs. Earn certificates for work or personal use.
Tiny Treasures from Trash - Pistachio Shell Creations AGES 4 and up
Fri, Aug 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clara Barton Branch
Don't toss those leftover pistachio shells. join us for fun and ecofriendly crafting session where we will transform these shells into a unique form of art.
Extraordinary Joe: a Puppet Show - ages 2 - 11
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Edison Temporary Branch - Meeting Room
Join us at the library for a fun musical and light show puppet show!
Movie Matinee: Moana - ages 2 - 11
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join us at the library for a showing of Moana (PG, 2016)!
Indoor Composting with Worms - all ages
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Learn the basics on how to set up an indoor worm composting system.
Jewelry and Keychain Making for Teens - ages 12 - 18
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a fun crafting session where you can make your own charm bracelets or keychains!
Registration opens Monday, August 4 2025 at 9:00am
STEAM Rangers - (suggested for ages 8+)
Sat, Aug 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Clara Barton Branch - Meeting Room
Learn about a science, technology, engineering, arts, or mathematics concept followed by a hands-on activity.
Preschool Fair at the Library
Sun, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room,Meeting Room
Come discover what our community has to offer to help you and your preschooler thrive.
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