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Friends of Piscataway Public Library Meeting

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Kennedy Library
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy MiY Makerspace
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. 

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.

 

Legends at the Library

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

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.

Community Training: Before the Ambulance Arrives

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Westergard Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 56
Event Details:

Gain the skills and confidence you need to recognize a medical emergency and save a life. This program will cover hands-only CPR, AED usage, stroke recognition, and choking relief. 

Rhyme Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Westergard Library
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

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.

 

Piscataway Street Fair

10:00am - 4:00pm
Off Site
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Civic

Finding Your Roots Genealogy Workshop

1:30pm - 2:45pm
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Bring your laptop to learn valuable research techniques with expert genealogist Shamele Jordon. Discover your roots and uncover your family history.   After the workshop, stay for Ms.

A Conversation With Dr. Opal Lee

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Discussion
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 52
Event Details:

Join us for a conversation with distinguished activist, speaker, teacher, counselor, author, and Nobel Peace Prize-nominee (2022), Dr.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this event has not come into contact with allergens.

ABC Adventures

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

ABC Adventures

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.

 

Gaming for Kids

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Westergard Library
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Game
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Gaming for Kids

Grades K-5

Gaming for Kids

Grades K-5

Join us for a variety of exciting board games, card games, and video games. Test your skills and knowledge exploring our new STEM kits. Invite your friends or meet new friends!

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.

 

Drawing What You See

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Westergard Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Learn how to draw in this four-part art class series!

Tales for Tails

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Kennedy Library
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Grades K-5

Drop in to practice reading to trained therapy dogs from Bright and Beautiful Therapy Dogs, Inc. Feel free to bring your favorite book or use one from the library. Great for reluctant or struggling readers!

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.

 

Silent Reading Party

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Westergard Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Teen Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Make time for nonfiction reading and low-stress socialization at this adults-only event! At a silent reading party, people just read without any distractions! You can expect the quiet company of fellow book lovers.

ASL for Beginners 1

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Westergard Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

American Sign Language for Beginners 1: 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

MiY Embossed Bookmarks

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Kennedy Library
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM/Maker
Event Details:

Join us in the Kennedy Teen Center to make your embossed bookmarks! 

This is an in-person program for teens aged 12-18. Registration is not required.

Books & Bops

6:30pm - 7:00pm
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.

STEM Superstars

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Kennedy Library
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: STEAM/Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Grades 4-8

Come participate in our newest hands-on STEM program for middle grade students.  This month we will learn about the biology and habits of birds.  We will also construct our own wooden bird feeders.

Juneteenth Poetry Jubilee

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Westergard Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Piscataway Public Library proudly presents poet and writer, Rachelle Parker and spoken word artist Joseph Reuben Fuller, who return for ou

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this event has not come into contact with allergens.

Rhyme Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Kennedy Library
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Meeting Room
Age Group: Babies-Preschoolers
Program Type: Story Time
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Ages 6-24 months

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.

 

ABC Adventures

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

ABC Adventures

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.

 

MiY Embroidered Pouch

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kennedy Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Kennedy Library
Room: Kennedy Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM/Maker
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Learn how to embroider, and practice on a zippered pouch!

 

This is an in-person event for teens ages 12-18. Registration is required.

Drawing What You See

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Westergard Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Westergard Library
Room: Westergard Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Presentation
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Learn how to draw in this four-part art class series! In this second session, students will choose a plant or figurine as their subject.