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Open to Adults; 
Registration is required; Attend this event in-person;
Weekly Makerspace program on Wednesdays!
Crochet Club
For advance level. Welcome to bring your friends and show your own crochet projects and share skills. If beginners would like to join, videos are available. Different sizes of hooks and yarns will be provided at the library.
Registration is very limited so call if you cannot attend. Thank you. Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
Join Artist in Residence Margaret Fanning for a four (4) week workshop exploring pen and ink techniques to create bold and vibrant drawings. Delve into traditional and contemporary pen and ink applications as you learn and experiment with a variety of mark-making techniques. Students will create compositions that will bring objects to life on paper, as well as abstract creations. Supplies will be provided.
Margaret Fanning is a figurative artist that works in ink, watercolor, oil, and mixed media. She earned her BFA in Painting from Savannah College of Art and Design. Margaret Fanning has exhibited internationally and her art can be found in private collections throughout the U.S. She has won multiple awards including the Alexander Portfolio Award and the NJ Chapter of the American Artists Professional League Traditional Realism Award. She currently teaches at the Farmstead Arts Center in Basking Ridge, NJ, Hunterdon Art Museum in Clinton, NJ, and The Center for Contemporary Art in Bedminster, NJ. For more information, click here: https://www.margaretfanning.com/about.html
Open to Adults. Registration is required. Registering for August 10th will register you for all four weeks. If you find you are unable to attend please call the library to cancel as registration is very limited. Thank you.
Make a simple 6” basket by weaving yarn around a chipboard base.
For ages 12 - 18. Registration is required and begins Thursday, July 21, 2022.
Open to Tweens (8-12 yrs)
Registration is required; Attend this event in-person;
Weekly Makerspace program on Wednesdays!
Art at Library - Sand Art
Come and join us to make your own design of seaweed sand artwork. Materials and supplies will be provided.
Registration is very limited so call if you cannot attend. Thank you. Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
Open to: 2-8yrs of age with adult
Registration required
Are you a crabby critter? Walk like a crab. Pinch like a crab. You're invited to act out our crabby songs, listen to crabby stories and create your own 3-D crab to take home.
When you come to the Library to watch Finding Nemo, you simply must play along!
For ages 12-18. Registration is required and begins Wednesday, July 20, 2022.
Missed last week's Sea Creature Cookie Decorating for Teens? Satisfy your sweet tooth AND your creative side by picking up a kit at the Information desk at the North Edison Branch on Saturday, August 13th, while supplies last. For ages 12 to 18.
Open to: Grades Kindergarten - gr. 3
Registration required
Join us as we hear about various mythical sea creatures like the Loch Ness Monster, Mermaids and other stories from the deep dark sea!
Open to children 2-6 yrs with parent/caregiver.
Please join Ms.Radha for a bilingual storytime featuring read alouds, songs and activities.
Registration is required.
Registration is very limited so please call if you cannot attend. Thank you.
Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
Open2-8 yrs of age with adult
Registration required
Join us for some shark stories. Learn the real story of sharks and hear about Eugene Clarke, better known as the Shark Lady.
Open to children 2-6 yrs with parent/caregiver.
Please join Ms.Radha for a bilingual storytime featuring read alouds, songs and activities.
Registration is required.
Registration is very limited so please call if you cannot attend. Thank you.
Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
Make a simple 6” basket by weaving yarn around a chipboard base.
For ages 12 - 18. Registration is required and begins Thursday, July 21, 2022.
Paint with Diamonds
Open to Tweens (ages 9-12) - In-Person Event
Diamond Painting is a craft hobby that's a mix between Paint By Numbers and Cross Stitch. Come join us for a beginner friendly class.
Open to: 3 - 7 yrs of age (with parent);
Registration is required; Attend this event in-person;
LEGO and Friends
It's LEGO time! - Like to play LEGO with your friends? Come and build your own LEGO projects together. Be creative and have fun.
Registration is very limited so call if you cannot attend. Thank you. Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
Paint with Diamonds
Open to All Ages - In-Person Event
Diamond Painting is a craft hobby that's a mix between Paint By Numbers and Cross Stitch. Come join us for a beginner friendly class.
Join Artist in Residence Margaret Fanning for a four (4) week workshop exploring pen and ink techniques to create bold and vibrant drawings. Delve into traditional and contemporary pen and ink applications as you learn and experiment with a variety of mark-making techniques. Students will create compositions that will bring objects to life on paper, as well as abstract creations. Supplies will be provided.
Margaret Fanning is a figurative artist that works in ink, watercolor, oil, and mixed media. She earned her BFA in Painting from Savannah College of Art and Design. Margaret Fanning has exhibited internationally and her art can be found in private collections throughout the U.S. She has won multiple awards including the Alexander Portfolio Award and the NJ Chapter of the American Artists Professional League Traditional Realism Award. She currently teaches at the Farmstead Arts Center in Basking Ridge, NJ, Hunterdon Art Museum in Clinton, NJ, and The Center for Contemporary Art in Bedminster, NJ. For more information, click here: https://www.margaretfanning.com/about.html
Open to Adults. Registration is required. Registering for August 10th will register you for all four weeks. If you find you are unable to attend please call the library to cancel as registration is very limited. Thank you.
Open to Tweens 
(8-12 yrs)
Registration is required; Attend this event in-person;
Weekly Makerspace program on Wednesdays!
Snap Circuits!
Snap Circuits program is back! For tech-lovers, the Snap Circuits electronic program is to learn fundamental physical principles such as polarity, contact current, series vs. parallel and short-circuits. Cool experiments with speaker, fan, alarm, doorbell, lights and more!
Registration is very limited so call if you cannot attend. Thank you. Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
Open to: 2-8 yrs of age with adult
Registration required
Join us for some shark stories. Learn the real story of sharks and hear about Eugene Clarke, better known as the Shark Lady.
Make a simple 6” basket by weaving yarn around a chipboard base.
For ages 12 - 18. Registration is required and begins Thursday, July 21, 2022.
Makerspace on Thursdays!
Open to Tweens (8-12 yrs)
Registration is required; Attend this event in-person;
Art at Library - Sand Art
Come and join us to make your own design of seaweed sand artwork. Materials and supplies will be provided.
Registration is very limited so call if you cannot attend. Thank you. Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
Open to children 2-6 yrs with parent/caregiver.
Please join Ms.Radha for a bilingual storytime featuring read alouds, songs and activities.
Registration is required.
Registration is very limited so please call if you cannot attend. Thank you.
Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
Open to: 3 - 7 yrs of age (with parent);
Registration is required; Attend this event in-person;
LEGO and Friends
It's LEGO time! - Like to play LEGO with your friends? Come and build your own LEGO projects together. Be creative and have fun.
Registration is very limited so call if you cannot attend. Thank you. Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
Video Game Day: 2
Open to All Ages - In-Person Event
Come and play some video games, Part 2! Learn about the evolution of Sony's console: the PlayStation. Other systems will be available, such as the N64, NES, and SEGA Genesis Mini.
Have a Nintendo Switch? Bring it in to play with friends!
Video Game Day: 2
Open to Adults - In-Person Event
Come and play some video games, Part 2! Learn about the evolution of Sony's console: the PlayStation. Other systems will be available, such as the N64, NES, and SEGA Genesis Mini.
Have a Nintendo Switch? Bring it in to play with friends!
Join Artist in Residence Margaret Fanning for a four (4) week workshop exploring pen and ink techniques to create bold and vibrant drawings. Delve into traditional and contemporary pen and ink applications as you learn and experiment with a variety of mark-making techniques. Students will create compositions that will bring objects to life on paper, as well as abstract creations. Supplies will be provided.
Margaret Fanning is a figurative artist that works in ink, watercolor, oil, and mixed media. She earned her BFA in Painting from Savannah College of Art and Design. Margaret Fanning has exhibited internationally and her art can be found in private collections throughout the U.S. She has won multiple awards including the Alexander Portfolio Award and the NJ Chapter of the American Artists Professional League Traditional Realism Award. She currently teaches at the Farmstead Arts Center in Basking Ridge, NJ, Hunterdon Art Museum in Clinton, NJ, and The Center for Contemporary Art in Bedminster, NJ. For more information, click here: https://www.margaretfanning.com/about.html
Open to Adults. Registration is required. Registering for August 10th will register you for all four weeks. If you find you are unable to attend please call the library to cancel as registration is very limited. Thank you.
Earn some volunteer hours before school starts.
As a group you will help ensure our materials are in order on the shelf (and have snacks). You must be present for the full four hours. If you are unable to commit to the full time, please do not register.
All participants must have a signed volunteer application on file prior to volunteering. If you’re not sure, please contact Principal Teen Librarian, Caroline Aversano. For ages 14-18. Registration is required and begins Monday, August 8, 2022.
Video Game Day: 2
Open to Tweens/Teens (Ages 10-17) - In-person Event
Come and play some video games, Part 2! Learn about the evolution of Sony's console: the PlayStation. Other systems will be available, such as the N64, NES, and SEGA Genesis Mini.
Have a Nintendo Switch? Bring it in to play with friends!
Open to Tweens (8-12 yrs)
Registration is required; Attend this event in-person;
Weekly Makerspace program on Wednesdays!
Art at Library - Canvas Painting
Arts promote positive attitudes, better behavior and academic achievement. Make this easy and fun art work on canvas board for beginning of the school year. Materials will be provided.
Registration is very limited so call if you cannot attend. Thank you. Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
If the thought of going out on a weekday evening is too much, then this library book club is for you! Join us via Zoom for a fun, lively discussion!
Attention Adult Patrons:
You do not have to be an Edison resident to attend our Adult programs. All Are Welcome!
Library Card and Pin Number are not required for registration.
Registration is required. Open to adults.
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior or day of program.
Earn some volunteer hours before school starts.
As a group you will help ensure our materials are in order on the shelf (and have snacks). You must be present for the full four hours. If you are unable to commit to the full time, please do not register.
All participants must have a signed volunteer application on file prior to volunteering. If you’re not sure, please contact Principal Teen Librarian, Caroline Aversano. For ages 14-18. Registration is required and begins Monday, August 8, 2022.
Earn some volunteer hours before school starts.
As a group you will help ensure our materials are in order on the shelf (and have snacks). You must be present for the full four hours. If you are unable to commit to the full time, please do not register.
All participants must have a signed volunteer application on file prior to volunteering. If you’re not sure, please contact Principal Teen Librarian, Caroline Aversano. For ages 14-18. Registration is required and begins Monday, August 8, 2022.
Open to: 2-8 yrs of age with adult
Registration required
If I were an octopus what would I do in the ocean? Learn about this many legged creature through stories, songs and a sppecial octopus craft.
Are you looking for a way to broaden your reading horizons and connect with other readers? Join the library's newest book club, The Bookies!
Attention Adult Patrons
You do not have to be an Edison resident to attend. All Are Welcome!
Library Card and Pin Number are not required for Adult Programs
THIS PROGRAM IS BEING OFFERED IN PERSON AT THE MAIN BRANCH.
Registration is required.
Masks are optional.
Video Game Day
Open to Tweens (ages 9-12) - In-Person Event
Come and play some video games! Get ready for some multiplayer fun. Show your moves with Dance Dance Revolution or take on your friends in the original Super Smash Brothers for N64.
Have a Nintendo Switch? Bring it in to play with friends!
Earn some volunteer hours before school starts.
As a group you will help ensure our materials are in order on the shelf (and have snacks). You must be present for the full four hours. If you are unable to commit to the full time, please do not register.
All participants must have a signed volunteer application on file prior to volunteering. If you’re not sure, please contact Principal Teen Librarian, Caroline Aversano. For ages 14-18. Registration is required and begins Monday, August 8, 2022.
Earn some volunteer hours before school starts.
As a group you will help ensure our materials are in order on the shelf (and have snacks). You must be present for the full four hours. If you are unable to commit to the full time, please do not register.
All participants must have a signed volunteer application on file prior to volunteering. If you’re not sure, please contact Principal Teen Librarian, Caroline Aversano. For ages 14-18. Registration is required and begins Monday, August 8, 2022.
Open to: 3 - 7 yrs of age (with parent);
Registration is required; Attend this event in-person;
Magnets & Pins
Learn how to make your own magnets or pins. Materials will be provided.
Registration is very limited so call if you cannot attend. Thank you. Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
Join Artist in Residence Margaret Fanning for a four (4) week workshop exploring pen and ink techniques to create bold and vibrant drawings. Delve into traditional and contemporary pen and ink applications as you learn and experiment with a variety of mark-making techniques. Students will create compositions that will bring objects to life on paper, as well as abstract creations. Supplies will be provided.
Margaret Fanning is a figurative artist that works in ink, watercolor, oil, and mixed media. She earned her BFA in Painting from Savannah College of Art and Design. Margaret Fanning has exhibited internationally and her art can be found in private collections throughout the U.S. She has won multiple awards including the Alexander Portfolio Award and the NJ Chapter of the American Artists Professional League Traditional Realism Award. She currently teaches at the Farmstead Arts Center in Basking Ridge, NJ, Hunterdon Art Museum in Clinton, NJ, and The Center for Contemporary Art in Bedminster, NJ. For more information, click here: https://www.margaretfanning.com/about.html
Open to Adults. Registration is required. Registering for August 10th will register you for all four weeks. If you find you are unable to attend please call the library to cancel as registration is very limited. Thank you.
Open to Tweens (8-12 yrs)
Registration is required; Attend this event in-person;
Weekly Makerspace program on Wednesdays!
DIY Magnets & Pins with Button Maker
DIY your own artwork with ocean animals, or any theme for back to school preparation. Your art design will be fit in a 2 inch circle which is a blank template we provide.
Registration is very limited so call if you cannot attend. Thank you. Please arrive early since at 5 minutes after program start time any spaces not checked in will be given away to people waiting in the library.
Open to: 2-8 yrs of age with adult
Registration required
If I were an octopus what would I do in the ocean? Learn about this many legged creature through stories, songs and a sppecial octopus craft.
Earn some volunteer hours before school starts.
As a group you will help ensure our materials are in order on the shelf (and have snacks). You must be present for the full four hours. If you are unable to commit to the full time, please do not register.
All participants must have a signed volunteer application on file prior to volunteering. If you’re not sure, please contact Principal Teen Librarian, Caroline Aversano. For ages 14-18. Registration is required and begins Monday, August 8, 2022.
Make your own back to school craft from the popular book, "If You Take a Mouse to School" by Laura Numeroff.Icons by Icons8
