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Tech Tuesday

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Cafe
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Need a hand using your laptop, mobile device, the Internet, or software? Do you want to learn how to download eBooks, audiobooks, or use other Library resources? Our friendly team will do our best to help.

Pride Hour

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Pride Hour is a monthly social hour and safe space for LGBTQ+ adults and their allies. Searching for gender-affirming clothes? Wanting to give away attire that you no longer wear? Join us this month for a clothing swap!

Tot Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies-Preschoolers
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.

No late admittance! Thank you! 

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.

 

Ceramic Vase Painting

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM/Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Come and paint a ceramic vase! 

Registration is required. This event is only for teens in grades 6-12, ages 12-18. 

Lego Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Children
Kennedy Library
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Children's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Game
Event Details:

Grades 1 to 5

Join us for a creative building experience. We'll supply the Legos and you supply the imagination. No registration required.

Books & Bops

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Babies-Preschoolers, Children
Kennedy Library
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschoolers, Children
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Ages 2 to 5 yrs

Let's get loud! Join us for a noisy storytime filled with dancing, music, and more.

Ear Cuff Jewelry Workshop

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Westergard Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Teen Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Ear cuffs are a pretty option for those who cannot wear pierced or clip-on earrings. Instead of dangling from your lobe, the ear cuff attaches snugly to the outer part of the ear.

LinkedIn Basics: Building Your Professional Presence

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adults
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Unlock the potential of LinkedIn to advance your career! Join us for an informative session where you’ll learn the essentials of creating and optimizing your LinkedIn profile.

Craft Corner

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children
Kennedy Library
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Grades K-3

Join us for a craft! Registration required. 

Create a Digital Picture Book

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Teens
Kennedy Library
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: STEAM/Maker, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Grades 4-8

Learn how to make your own digital children's picture book.  Find out the basics of what makes a good children's picture book and create your own digital book in the online software Book Creator.

Book Chat

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Online
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Tell us about the authors you loved, the titles you despised, and the stories you can't forget -- all from the comfort of your home.  
 

Book Chat

Join Piscataway Public Library Adult Service Librarians and fellow readers as we chat about which books are keeping us company.  Old books, new books, fiction, nonfiction - anything is worth sharing!

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual Event

This event is taking place virtually.

Orange Spice Ornaments

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Cafe
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM/Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join the MiY Makerspace staff in the Kennedy Cafe for a last-minute ornament making session! We will be creating traditional dried orange ornaments with cinnamon sticks. 

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Guidelines

Registered attendees who arrive more than 15 minutes late will not be admitted to the program. This event includes instruction and activity for the listed duration and staff are not able to accommodate late arrivals.

This event is for adults only. In this session we'll use equipment that heats to over 400 degrees, children are not permitted in the Makerspace when this equipment is in use.

ABC Adventures

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies-Preschoolers
Kennedy Library
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschoolers
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Ages 4-5 years

Learn the alphabet with us! Join us to explore the letter of the week through stories, songs, and hands-on activities.

No late admittance! Thank you! 

Library Closed

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Kennedy Library, Online, Westergard Library, Off Site
Description:

Both Piscataway Public Library locations are closed for a scheduled holiday.

Family Story Time with Mr. F

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Children
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.

 

Goal Setting for 2025: Achieve Your Dreams

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Online
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Ready to make 2025 your best year yet? Join us for an interactive workshop focused on setting achievable and meaningful goals.

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.

Goal Setting for 2025: Achieve Your Dreams

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Westergard Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Ready to make 2025 your best year yet? Join us for an interactive workshop focused on setting achievable and meaningful goals.

Historical Fiction Discussion

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Online
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

In the Midst of Winter by Isabel Allende

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.

Tot Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Babies-Preschoolers
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.

No late admittance! Thank you! 

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.

 

The Write Group

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
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.

Estate Planning and Probate

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Main Topics:

 

1. What’s new in 2025

2. Dangers If You Have No Will or documents invalid

3. Getting your Estate Planning Documents done when you can’t go into a law office

4. What goes into a Will

ABC Adventures

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies-Preschoolers
Kennedy Library
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschoolers
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Ages 4-5 years

Learn the alphabet with us! Join us to explore the letter of the week through stories, songs, and hands-on activities.

No late admittance! Thank you!

Legends at the Library

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Children
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Ages 6 to 10 yrs

Join us for a magic-filled story time as we explore the land of make believe, legends and fairy tales through story telling and crafts.