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Meet the Makerspace

10:00am - 12:00pm
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy MiY Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM/Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Make it Yourself in the MiY Makerspace! Drop by for a Makerspace tour and learn about what you can make here at Piscataway Public Library. The MiY Makerspace is home to 3D printers. vinyl cutters, a laser printer, heat presses, fabric cutters, and...

Library Closed

All Day
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Kennedy Library, Online, Westergard Library, Off Site
Description:
Both Piscataway Public Library locations are closed for a scheduled holiday. ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Historical Fiction Discussion

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum. This debut novel by a Palestinian-American voice takes us inside the lives of a conservative Arab family living in America. In Brooklyn, eighteen-year-old Deya is starting to meet with suitors. Though she doesn’t wan...

Book Discussion

Discover new authors, meet new people, and enjoy a lively discussion of our chosen book.  Finishing the book is not required to join the conversation.

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Virtual Event

This event is taking place virtually.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Drop-in Craft

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kennedy Library
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Grades K-5 Get egg-static for our bunny ear and paper egg drop-in craft!! There will also be Easter and Passover themed coloring pages. No registration required.  ...

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Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

 

This event is in the "Babies-Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Art for Little Hands

5:30pm - 6:15pm
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Children's Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschoolers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:
Ages 2-5 years Bring your little artist to the library as we explore open-ended ways to promote early literacy and inspire creativity.  April 3rd is National Find A Rainbow Day and we'll make our own special rainbow! Registration require...

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Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Squishmallow Painting Party

11:00am - 12:30pm
Kennedy Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM/Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Do you love squishy stuffed animals as much as we do? Come paint your own squishmallow!    This is an in-person event for teens ages 12-18. Registration is required.  ...
This event is in the "Children" group.

Solar Eclipse Drop-in Craft

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Kennedy Library
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM/Maker
Event Details:
For Grades K-6 On April 8th, there will be a total eclipse of the Sun visible in the United States on a line from Maine to Texas. This is a truly rare and spectacular astronomical event and should not be missed! Drop in and learn about solar eclip...

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Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

The Science Behind Electricity and Circuits

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Kennedy Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: STEAM/Maker
Event Details:
Grades 4-8 Learn the principles of electricity and circuitry! Participants will explore the intricacies of electricity and gain insight into the circuit's components through a mini-lesson and hands-on learning activities. This program is presen...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner ESL

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Closed
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: New Americans
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Beginner ESL

Free English classes for adults who are beginning to learn English.

Contact esl@piscatawaylibrary.org to register.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Write Group

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Cafe
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing Group
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Join The Write Group and connect with other writers in the Piscataway area.  Share your work, get advice, and hone your craft.  All genres and non-fiction welcome.  No experience necessary. ...
This event is in the "Children" group.

Kick It Off Into Kindergarten

10:30am - 11:00am
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:
Ages 4-5 years Get kindergarten ready with Ms. Karin! Read stories, sing songs, and play games each week that encourage different social & learning skills. ...
This event is in the "Children" group.
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
for kids in Grades K-5 and their families Celebrate spring showers with Mobile Family Success Center of Middlesex County! Join us as we create our own custom paint pots and grow flowers.  This program is presented by Mobile Family Success ...

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Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Solar Eclipse Science and Craft

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Westergard Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Presentation, STEAM/Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
For Grades  K-6 On April 8th, there will be a total eclipse of the Sun visible in the United States on a line from Maine to Texas. This is a truly rare and spectacular astronomical event and should not be missed! Join us for a special pre...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Game Night

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Westergard Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Game
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Bring your favorite board games or try one of ours.  The more the merrier so bring your friends too. ...

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Accessibility

We make every effort to ensure our events can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner ESL

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Kennedy Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Cafe
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: New Americans
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Beginner ESL

Free English classes for adults who are beginning to learn English.

Contact esl@piscatawaylibrary.org to register.

This event is in the "Babies-Preschoolers" group.

Rhyme Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Westergard Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschoolers
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Ages 6-24 months Join Ms. Peggy for a fast-paced, interactive baby time featuring rhymes, finger plays, songs, a short story, and more! This program alternates between libraries with new stories every week. Siblings are welcome. Register for ...

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Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

"Stained Glass" Decoupage Candles

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Westergard Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Teen Center
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
Join us in the Westergard Teen Center to make your own custom candleholder with a stained glass look!  This is an in-person program for teens aged 12-18. Registration is not required. ...
This event is in the "Children" group.

Family Story Time with Mr. F

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Kennedy Library
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Story Time with Mr. F

Ages 3-10 years

Enjoy read-alouds of popular picture books while exploring engaging themes with Mr. F.!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

7:30pm - 9:00pm
Kennedy Library
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy MiY Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Event Details:
Full details about board meetings are available here. ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

"Stained Glass" Decoupage Candles

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Join us in the Kennedy Teen Center to make your own custom candleholder with a stained glass look!  This is an in-person program for teens aged 12-18. Registration is not required. ...
This event is in the "Babies-Preschoolers" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.

Twilight Tales Family Story Time

5:30pm - 6:15pm
Westergard Library
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschoolers, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Ages 3 to 8 years old Join Ms. Peggy for an interactive storytime that includes favorite read-aloud books, songs, games and a craft that's fun for the whole family! For young children of all ages!  Join us for our favorite dog readalouds...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop-offs will not be permitted.

 

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Careers in STEM

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Kennedy Library
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Presentation, STEAM/Maker
Event Details:
The future is here and the question isn’t are we ready. The question is, are we open to all the possibilities? We can’t predict what’s to come for our students, but we can prepare them for whatever is around the corner through strong creative and co...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friends of Piscataway Public Library Meeting

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Kennedy Library
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion, Friends Event
Event Details:
The Friends of Piscataway Public Library work to support the Piscataway Public Library and the community served by the Library.  Want to join us for the meeting? Please RSVP To Mahua De at mahua@pplfriends.org. Interested in joining the...
This event is in the "Babies-Preschoolers" group.

Tot Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kennedy Library
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschoolers
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Ages 2-3 years Join Ms.Sne for songs, a story, and special crafts. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this event. Drop-offs will not be permitted.