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Open to: EDISON RESIDENTS ONLY! ALL AGES (Temporary Cards will not work. Come in to turn them into Permanent cards.)
(No Prizes here, no restrictions other than an Edison Library Card. List as many books as you want.)
Register NOW! by going clicking on the Picture to the LEFT
Readers Anytime Tutorial: Click on the picture to the right for a short Video Lesson on how to use Reader's Anytime Database to do the following:
- Keep track of your own reading (optional)
- Have access to ALL Library suggested reading lists for ADULT, TEENS and CHILDREN.
- From the reading lists you may click on a title that will take you to our catalog where you can place a reserve for a book now.
- From the reading lists you may also click on "Add to my Wish List" to create your own personal wish list of books to read in the future but are not ready for them now. Come back later to click on the books on the WISH LIST and place your reserves at that time.
Jumpstart your reading for 2021! Take a challenge and try to outread our librarians.
For Winter 2021, four of our Librarians have set reading goals for themselves. Pick a level and get reading.
Open to: Edison residents 18+ with a valid Edison Library card
Click HERE for entry form
Open to all ages.
Muslims believe that Ramadan teaches them to practice self-discipline, self-control, sacrifice, and empathy for those who are less fortunate, thus encouraging actions of generosity and compulsory charity (zakat).
Celebrate the special time of Ramadan with the following activities:
Click HERE for a special coloringsheet to color at home to decorate your home.
Click HERE for a list of recomended books on this special holiday.
Click HERE for a Random Act of Kindness list you can challenge your child to complete during this holiday.
Open to: all ages
Click HERE to print out your Clip & Create Poetry Kit.You will also need scissors and markers/crayons (optional) to complete this project. Color, cut, and even design your own poetry.
Open to: all ages
On April 16th it is National Stress Awareness Day! Click on the picture to the left to make your own DIY Stress Ball with Mrs. Jennie!
Open to: Teens
Teens! Ever want to sail away on your own boat? Here's your chance to at least have a boat: an origami boat!
What you'll need:
- a sheet of 81/2 X 11 paper
- markers, crayons, or colored pencils
Click on the image to the left on April 20 to watch a video on how to make your origami boat.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: April 13
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Open to: All ages
Registration Begins: April 13th
Do you love fairytales?! We do!! Grab a snack and join Ms. Jennie for our new monthly Fairytale Book Club. We will be reading fairytales from around the world!
Learn about online, print, virtual contactless, or in-person tax resources for tax help by a librarian. Information resources will be provided as self-help tax assistance not individual tax help.
Open to: Adults
Registration is required, space is limited. Zoom link will be sent registrants 1 day prior or day of program.
THERE'S STILL TIME TO REGISTER!
Open to: Teens and their families
Love to play Bingo? Love Harry Potter? Love to win stuff? Then this Zoom program is for you! When you register, you will be e-mailed a link to Bingo Cards that you'll need to play.
Click on the picture to the left to hear two special tales based in India
Cancelled due to low enrollment.
Open to: Ages 9 – 24 months with a parent/caregiver
Registration begins April 14th
Join our Youth Librarian Mr. Leckenby for Babies & Books, our early literacy program for the smallest readers. Learn songs, fingerplays, and stories that will introduce your baby to foundational skills needed to become a strong reader later in life. Click here for a list of songs and books used in this program.
Parents/caregivers and the child attending must be present during the entire duration of the program. All unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program.
Join Mr. Jeff on Zoom as he reads stories and sings songs about Flowers.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Edison Page Lovers Book Club Open to: Adults 18 years of age or older
The book club meetng is being held via Zoom during the COVID pandemic.
Registration is required. Non-Residents welcome to join us! Contact information is below.
You will receive a link to join other participants one day prior to the meeting. If you need help getting started, please call a reference librarian at 732-548-3045 x 5247.
April Selection: Circe by Madeline Miller
Open to: All ages
Stop by any branch of the Edison Public Library to pick up your own Toilet Paper Bird Feeder craft to celebrate Earth Day! Only available while supplies last.
You will need some any kind of nut butter in order to complete this craft.
**If your child is allergic to any kind of nuts, you can use the following in place: Suet or lard (softened), vegetable shortening (such as Crisco), sunflower seed butter (such as SunButter), or coconut oil.
Got something that really grinds your gears? Want to gush about that last episode of a show? Have you heard some celebrity gossip you need to share? Come to Teen "Tea" Time and chat with other teens about anything you want. No flavor of tea is off the menu.
Open to grades 8-12
Open to: 2 - 11 years of age
Registration begins: April 15th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom as she reads a book and shows you how to make your own Color Poetry. Please click here and print out the PDF before the program. You will also need these supplies ready for this program: card stock paper, paper, crayons/markers, glue, yarn/string, and hole-punch.
Come listen to Middlesex County College Professor, Dr. Parag Muley's lecture on the origins of Earth Day, evolutional climate change and its reprecussions in New Jersey.
Open to Adults
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior or day of program depending on registration time.
Join us for a reading from Susanna Rich of her work "Shout! Poetry for Suffrage" and " Now! Poetry for Equal Rights" as we continue to celebrate National Poetry Month.
Open to Adults
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program.
Open to: Gr. 6 - 8
Tweens, time to try and make your own Blackout Poetry. Click here starting April 23rd for your Blackout Poetry Kit. You will need a pencil and markers to complete this project. Or try out this online blackout poetry maker.
Open to: All Ages
Spring has sprung so stop by any branch of the library to pick up your paper bag kite craft. Fly it high in the sky but don't let the sun get in your eyes!
While supplies last
While supplies last
Do you like to text but not write poetry? Then this is for you! Come to any branch to pick up your blank Smartphone template and create some Terza Rima texts. Sounds hard but it isn't! Just make the first and third lines rhyme. Here's an example:
ICYMI Miss Rona is no fun
LOL I rlly want brunch
OMG we'll go when she's done
This is the first in a series of classes on how
on draw using pencil and paper. Drawing basic shapes
and shading is the first step in understanding the fundamentals in art.
Registration is required - Space is limited
Open to: All ages
Stop by any of the Edison Public Library branches to pick up this week’s easy activity! Only available while supplies last or click HERE to print your own copy at home.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: April 20
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Please join us on a Zoom presentation for jobseekers who want to learn how to succeed in a job interview. Participants will learn how to prepare before the interview, how to focus during the interview, how to follow up after the interview and sample interview questions to expect
Open to Adults
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program.
Got ideas floating around in your head for a cool story? Need some help with how to put your ideas onto the page? Then join the Tween Creative Writers (needs a better name! Let's come up with one). We will bounce thoughts off each other, use writing prompts, and do fun stuff like blackout poetry.
Open to grades 5-8
Open to: Teens
Registration is open now
April 27 @ 7:00 pm
Attend our third meeting of the Edison Public Library Teen Advisory Board (TAB) to find out how you can improve library service to teens. We will meet twice a month in the evening. Earn volunteer hours!
Open to: Ages 9 – 24 months with a parent/caregiver
Registration begins April 14th
Join Ms. Jennie for some fun stories, songs and rhymes for babies!
Parents/caregivers and the child attending must be present during the entire duration of the program. All unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: April 21st
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom for some stories and songs celebrating Earth Day.
Open to Gr. 2 - 8
Dive into the natural world with our Food Webs workshop on ecological science, where you will learn topics such as ecosystems, predators, and food chains through interactive activities.
This class will be taught online by local high school students in partnership with Innoverge, a global youth network advancing STEMx education.
Do you love books? Are you currently reading a horrible book you want to warn other teens to never read? Read any good cereal boxes lately? Come and talk about it!
This is an informal book club and you don't have to have anything specific read to join.
Open to grades 8-12
Open to: 2 - 11 years of age
Registration begins: April 22nd
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom as we celebrate International Dance Day with a story and sharing our favorite forms of dance. Please come dressed in comfortable clothes and ready to share.
Learn from haiku masters like Basho, Buson, Issa, and others, how to compose your own. Join us for a lively discussion, writing invitations and sharing led by NJSCA teaching artist/poet Shelley Benaroya.
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program.
Open to Adults
Open to: all ages
Join Ms. Jen for a five minute family fun break with a story and a quick activity. Click on the picture to the left on April 30th to join the fun. You will also need to have the following ready: pencil or crayons and paper.
See how to access thousands of popular movies, documentaries and foreign films with Kanopy. Learn how to search for delicious recipes for appetizers, meals and desserts with A to Z World Food
Open to Adults
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior or day of the program
Open to: Grades 5 - 8
Registration begins April 23
Do you love to read?! Join us on Zoom while we read, discuss and enjoy fun activities and games! Grab some snacks and hang with us for our Tween Book Club!
Come to any Branch of the Edison Public Library for your Weather Wheel Take and Make Project.
You will need markers or crayons to complete this project at home.
Only while supplies last.
May Selection: Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams
Open to: Adults 18 years of age and over
The Book Club meeting, being held via Zoom during the COVID pandemic, meets the first Monday of the month.
Registration is required. Non-Residents welcome to join us
You will receive a link to join other participants one day prior to the meeting.
If you need help getting started, please call Adult Services.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: April 26th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom for weather themed movement.
Open to : Children 2 - 11 years old with a parent/caregiver
Registration begins: April 26
Join Ms. Jennie for some family time fun with stories and activities celebrating Cinco de Mayo on May 3rd!
Planning for the Future Care of Your Child with Disabilities
The goal of this legal seminar, presented by Attorney Tina M. James, is to educate families on the need to plan for the future of a child with a disability. She will focus on:
- estate planning
- special needs trusts
- options for selecting trustees
- funding special needs trusts
- guardianship
- government benefits
Open to: Adults
Registration required
Zoom invitation will be sent to the registered email address one day prior or day of program
TEENS: Make a “God’s Eye” to hang from your ceiling or locker. This easy to make weaving craft makes a nice Mother’s Day present, too!
What you’ll need:
- two sticks: popsicle, chop sticks, or kebab
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String or yarn
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: April 27
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Think you're a Jedi Master? Then shift into hyperspace and join the Rebel Alliance for a Star Wars trivia contest! Han Solo wouldn't miss it, but Jar Jar Binks would. Be like Han Solo!
Open to grades 6-12
Join Mr. Jeff for some fun stories, songs, and rhymes for babies!
Open to: Ages 9 – 24 months with a parent/caregiver
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: April 28
Join Mr. Leckenby on Zoom for some stories and songs about butterlies, caterpillars, and spring!
Open to Gr. 4-6
Help your tween make smart choices online and in life! Digital Citizenship for Tweens will focus on how to stay safe when using the Internet by teaching how to create strong passwords, how to recognize false or misleading information, how to deal with cyberbullying, and lots more.
This weeks class is: Private and Personal Information
Open to: all ages
Join Mr. Leckenby for a five minute family fun break with a inspirational story and a quick activity. Click on the picture to the left on May 6th to join the fun. You will also need to have the following ready: clay or playdough. Click here for a recipe for challah.
Please join us for this Zoom presentation where attendees will get a guided tour on both current and vintage baseball stadiums
Open to Adults
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program.
Got something that really grinds your gears? Want to gush about a new show you're watching? Have you heard some celebrity gossip you need to share? Come to Teen "Tea" Time and chat with other teens about anything you want. No flavor of tea is off the menu.
Open to grades 8-12
Open to: 2 - 11 years of age
Registration begins: April 29th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom as she reads a book and shows you how to make a flower card. Please click here to print out the PDF before the program. You will also need these supplies ready for this program: color paper (or white paper and crayons), non-bendable straw, scissors, and glue.
In honor of Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month, come learn about Hawaii and how you can take your next vacation there with VistaTravels.
Open to Adults
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program.
The end of Ramadan is approaching and the start of Eid-al-Fitr is fast upon us! Let’s celebrate by creating a Moon and Stars Mobile. Click HERE for the printable template for this craft.
Click on the picture to the left on May 7th to make your own with Mrs. Jennie!
Open to: Grades 5 - 8
Registration begins: May 7th
Do you love to read?! Join us on Zoom while we read, discuss and enjoy fun activities and games! Grab some snacks and hang with us for our Tween Book Club!
Open to: grade K-6
Design a dazzling dragonfly from a clothespin and pipecleaner. These little critters can hang out anywhere, and even look great out in the garden.
Open to: Teens
Frame a photo of your BFF or favorite pet in craft sticks and decorate it however you want!
Pick up your kit at any of our three branches. Available while supplies last.
This comprehensive, interactive presentation helps people learn about the various types of diabetes, prevention and resources available to support folks who have diabetes. Knowing the ABC’s of diabetes and understanding your numbers is crucial in prevention and controlling the disease.
Open to Adults
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program
Please join us as Paul Zigo, director of World War II Era Studies, discusses the circumstances leading to the undconditional surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program.
Open: To Adults
Open to: all ages
Do you love your mom? Click HERE and HERE to print out your I love Mom Easy Activity.You will also need a pencil or pen, crayons or markers, scissors, and glue to complete this project.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: May 4
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Please join us on a Zoom presentation where we help first time users become more familiar and comfortable with a computer
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program.
Open to Adults
Open to: Teens
Join us for an honest discussion about how to take care of your mental wellness during stressful times. This hour-long Zoom program will cover:
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Life pressure/stressors
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Healthy vs unhealthy coping mechanisms
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Social support systems: who can you talk to?
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Stress-related chronic illnesses
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The importance of healthcare coverage and how it can be used
Brought to you by Edison Public Library and Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Got ideas floating around in your head for a cool story? Need some help with how to put your ideas onto the page? Then join the Tween Creative Writers (needs a better name! Let's come up with one). We will bounce thoughts off each other, use writing prompts, and do fun stuff like blackout poetry.
Open to grades 5-8
Open to: Teens
TEENS: Teens! Love to play Bingo? Love Star Wars? Love to win stuff? Then this Zoom program is for you! When you register, you will be e-mailed a link to Bingo Cards.
Open to: Ages 9 – 24 months with a parent/caregiver
Registration begins: May 5
Join Ms. Jennie for some fun stories, songs and rhymes for babies!
Parents/caregivers and the child attending must be present during the entire duration of the program. All unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: May 5th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom for some stories and songs about mommy and me.
Please join us on a Zoom presentation where we present notable Asian and Pacific Americans who have influenced our country.Open to Adults
Open to Adults
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program.
Silk Roads are ancient trade routes linking China to countries in the West. This program will explain past experiences with silk roads, both land and maritime, from ancient to present day.
Open to Adults
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program
May is Health Awareness Month! Jenn Carson, Yogi, Librarian, and author of “Get Your Community Moving” will guide us through daily breathing, mindfulness, and
exercises for optimal health and well being. Prepare to attend this Zoom workshop by dressing in comfortable clothes for easy, gentle movements.
Open to: Adults
Registration required
Zoom invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior or day of program.
Open to: 2 - 11 years of age
Registration begins: May 6th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom as we read a book and talk about the things we love about our moms. Please print this PDF HERE before the program.
Do you love books? Are you currently reading a horrible book you want to warn other teens to never read? Read any good cereal boxes lately? Come and talk about it!
This is an informal book club and you don't have to have anything specific read to join.
Open to grades 8-12
Open to: All ages
Stop by any branch of the Edison Public Library to pick up your own Rainbow Cloud craft to celebrate Earth Day! For this craft you will need scissors, glue and markers.
Only available while supplies last.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: May 10th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom for Hawaiian themed movement.
Open to: Teens
There's been a robbery! Come in to any branch and pick-up your 2-minute Mystery. If you love trying to solve crimes, this will challenge your inner Sherlock Holmes.
The answer to the mystery will be posted at the Children/Teen desk at all three branches on May 20.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: May 11
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Open to: All ages
Registration begins: May 11th
Do you love fairytales?! We do!! Grab a snack and join Ms. Jennie for our monthly Fairytale Book Club. We will be reading fairytales from around the world!
Please join us on a Zoom presentation for jobseekers where we dive into the topic of cover letters, detailing how to create one that will help you land the interview and the job.
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program.
Open to Adults
Open to: Grades 5 - 12
This comprehensive presentation on computers and how to build them will cover all the components of a PC, from the CPU to the case, and then give you a step-by-step guide on building your own.
Open to adults. Registration required.
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program.
Join Mr. Jeff on Zoom for some stories and songs about Unicorns
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins May 12th
Open to Gr. 4-6
Help your tween make smart choices online and in life! Digital Citizenship for Tweens will focus on how to stay safe when using the Internet by teaching how to create strong passwords, how to recognize false or misleading information, how to deal with cyberbullying, and lots more.
This weeks class is: Our Online Tracks
Got something that really grinds your gears? Want to gush about a new show you're watching? Have you heard some celebrity gossip you need to share? Come to Teen "Tea" Time and chat with other teens about anything you want. No flavor of tea is off the menu.
Open to grades 8-12
Open to: 2 - 11 years of age
Registration begins: May 13th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom as she reads a book and shows you how to be a maker. Please click here to print out the PDF before the program. You will also need a pencil or a pen with your printout.
Open to: Gr. 6 - 8
Tweens, time to try and make your own Paper Circuit. Click here starting May 21st for your Be a Maker Paper Circuit Flashlight Template for National Inventors Month. You will also need scissors, copper tape, a coin battery, and a tiny LED to complete this project.
Come pick up your silly monster bookmark Take & Make craft. They will hold your place and scare away anyone who tries to mess with your book too!
Open to: All ages
While supplies last
May 26th is National Paper Airplane Day so let's celebrate by making a unique one! Come and pick up your paper airplane supplies AND a Scavenger Hunt sheet.
While supplies last
Open to: all ages
Stop by an of the Edison Public Library branches to pick up this week's easy activity!
Only available while supplies last or just click HERE to print your own copy at home.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: May 18
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Got ideas floating around in your head for a cool story? Need some help with how to put your ideas onto the page? Then join the Tween Creative Writers (needs a better name! Let's come up with one). We will bounce thoughts off each other, use writing prompts, and do fun stuff like blackout poetry.
Open to grades 5-8
Open to: Teens
Registration begins: April 20
This month's quiz topic: Space
Teens! Love to play against other teens to see who knows more? Love to win stuff? Then this program is for you! When you register, you will be emailed a PIN for entering the Kahoot quiz. You will need either the Kahoot app for your phone, or go to www.Kahoot.it.
Open to: Ages 9 – 24 months with a parent/caregiver
Registration begins: May 19
Join Ms. Jennie for some fun stories, songs and rhymes for babies!
Parents/caregivers and the child attending must be present during the entire duration of the program. All unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: May 19th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom for some stories and songs about Hawaii.
Come back in time and see the first Jewish settlements in New Jersey, including farming communities and vacation spots. Oscar Israelowitz's talk will bring back
wonderful memories.
Open: To Adults
Registration Required
Zoom Invitation will be sent to the registered email address 1 day prior to the program.
Teens, there's a full moon out tonight so come test your knowledge about werewolves, vampires, mummies, zombies, and more!
Open to grades 8-12
Open to: 2 - 11 years of age
Registration begins: May 20th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom as she shows you how to make a craft for Memorial Day. Please print this PDF HERE before the program. Please also have these supplies ready for the program: a glue stick, red and black construction paper OR just markers/crayons.
Open to: all ages
Join Ms. Jen for a five minute family fun break with a Hawaiian story and a quick activity. Click on the picture to the left on May 28th to join the fun. You will also need to have the following ready: scissors, paper, straws, yarn or string, and beads.
Open to: Grades 5 - 8
Registration begins: May 21st
Do you love to read?! Join us on Zoom while we read, discuss and enjoy fun activities and games! Grab some snacks and hang with us for our Tween Book Club!
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: May 24
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Come to any branch for Wild Wednesday and make your own paper tiger. You will need scissors, glue, and crayons/makers. Only while supplies last. If you can’t make it into the library, just click the PDF to print your activity out at home.
Open to: Ages 9 – 24 months with a parent/caregiver
Registration begins: May 26th
Join Mr. Jeff for some fun stories, songs and rhymes for babies!
Parents/caregivers and the child attending must be present during the entire duration of the program. All unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: May 26
Join Mr. Leckenby on Zoom for some stories and songs about frogs, tadpoles, and Summer!
Open to Gr. 4-6
Help your tween make smart choices online and in life! Digital Citizenship for Tweens will focus on how to stay safe when using the Internet by teaching how to create strong passwords, how to recognize false or misleading information, how to deal with cyberbullying, and lots more.
This weeks class is: My Media Choices
Do you love books? Are you currently reading a horrible book you want to warn other teens to never read? Read any good cereal boxes lately? Come and talk about it!
This is an informal book club and you don't have to have anything specific read to join.
Open to grades 8-12
Open to: grade K-6
Make a rocket out of a straw and paper and blast off for outer space.
Pick up you kit from any of our three branches while supplies last.
Open to: Teens
Learn how to bend wood so it makes a unique bracelet you can decorate with Mod Podge and paint.
Pick up your kit at any of our three branches. Available while supplies last.
Open to: all ages
Click HERE to print out your Sea Animal Matching Game for World Oceans Day. Click on this link here on how to use your Sea Animal Matching Game. You will also need scissors and markers/crayons (optional) to complete this project.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: June 2
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Got ideas floating around in your head for a cool story? Need some help with how to put your ideas onto the page? Then join the Tween Creative Writers (needs a better name! Let's come up with one). We will bounce thoughts off each other, use writing prompts, and do fun stuff like blackout poetry.
Open to grades 5-8
Open to: Teens and their families
Love to play Bingo? Love playing bingo with your families? This program is for you! This month’s Bingo program is open to teens and their families: partner up with your sister, brother, or grown-up.When you register, you will be e-mailed a link to Bingo Cards.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: June 2nd
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom for some stories and songs about Daddy & Me.
Open to: 1 - 12 yrs of age
Registration begins: June 1
Let's visit the zoo through our library experience with stories, songs guessing games that introduce you to the various animals you
would see if you visit your local zoo. Click HERE to print your own Zoo bingo card ahead of time as we play this game together.
Print it out and cut one set out for markers.
Got something that really grinds your gears? Want to gush about that last episode of a show? Have you heard some celebrity gossip you need to share? Come to Teen "Tea" Time and chat with other teens about anything you want. No flavor of tea is off the menu.
Open to grades 8-12
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: June 7th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom for some Summer Tails movement.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: June 9
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Join Mr. Jeff on Zoom for some stories and songs about all things Nature!
Open to ages 3 - 6
Open to Gr. 4-6
Help your tween make smart choices online and in life! Digital Citizenship for Tweens will focus on how to stay safe when using the Internet by teaching how to create strong passwords, how to recognize false or misleading information, how to deal with cyberbullying, and lots more.
This weeks class: Be a Super Digital Citizen
Do you love books? Are you currently reading a horrible book you want to warn other teens to never read? Read any good cereal boxes lately? Come and talk about it!
This is an informal book club and you don't have to have anything specific read to join.
Open to grades 8-12
Open to: Gr. 6 - 8
Tweens, time to try and make your own DIY Animal Tail. Click the PDF here for your instructions. You will need a large safety pin, yarn, scissors, and a hair brush to complete this project.
Open to: 1 - 11 yrs of age
Registration begins: June 7
They say an elephant never forgets and we hope you don't forget to join us for some humorous stories about elephants from
Dr. Seuss' Horton Hatches an Egg to elephant stories from other countries.
Before joining the program click HERE to print out your special elephant sheet, cut them out and prepare to help us tell the story of I Dream of an Elephant.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: June 16
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Got ideas floating around in your head for a cool story? Need some help with how to put your ideas onto the page? Then join the Tween Creative Writers (needs a better name! Let's come up with one). We will bounce thoughts off each other, use writing prompts, and do fun stuff like blackout poetry.
Open to grades 5-8
Click the image to the left on June 23 to hear a short story about butterflies, and then come to any branch to pick up your make-your-own-animal kit.
This week we will be making a butterfly.
You will need scissors, glue, and crayons/makers. Only while supplies last.
If you can’t make it into the library, just click here to print your activity out at home.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: June 16th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom for stories and songs celebrating National Pink Day.
Got something that really grinds your gears? Want to gush about a new show you're watching? Have you heard some celebrity gossip you need to share? Come to Teen "Tea" Time and chat with other teens about anything you want. No flavor of tea is off the menu.
Open to grades 8-12
Open to: all ages
Join Ms. Jen for a five minute family fun break with a story and a quick activity. Click on the picture to the left on June 25th to join the fun. Print out this PDF before for your Tortoise & Hare Puppets. You will also need to have the following: scissors, tape, and crayons/markers.
Open to: 3 - 11 yrs of age
Registration begins: June 14
Join us today for some stories of animals and some sketching of crazy creatures along with the story.
Have some crayons, pencil and white drawing paper with you when you enter the class to follow along.
All young artists are welcome.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: June 21st
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom for some Summer Tails movement.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: June 23
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Marvel, DC, Jaws, and Back to the Future! What was the highest grossing movie of Summer 2008? You'll laugh when you find out! Come eat some popcorn and Milkduds while answering fun questions!
Open to all ages!
Open to: 1 - 11 yrs of age
Registration begins: June 21
Some animals like Possums hang by their tails from trees. Some animals like the Skunk raise their tail and spray you with STINKY stuff when you scare them.
Let's hear some stories about other animals and their tails. Can you recognize what animal goes with what tail if I show it to you? Come and find out.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: June 30
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Come to any branch for Wild Wednesday and make your own paper leopard. You will need scissors, glue, and crayons/makers. Only while supplies last. If you can’t make it into the library, just click the PDF to print your activity out at home.
Open to: 56 - 11 yrs of age
Registration begins: June 28
There are always two sides to any story. Hear what the wolf feels is The True Story of the Three Little Pigs.
Hear the story when someone Stole Back the Mona Lisa. Let's have a quiz contest and see how many questions you can answer about crimes commited in average fairy tales.
Would Goldilocks go on trial for breakng property? Join us for this fun event.
Open to: all ages
Click HERE to print out your Own Summer Olympics Bingo Card. Click on this link on how to play your own Olympic Games.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: July 7
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HE.RE
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: July 7th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom for stories and songs about the summer.
Open to: 3 - 11 yrs of age
Registraton begins: July 6th
Enter the humorous work of author Mo Willems and see hear the stories of Piggie, Elephant, Duckling and Pigeon read by Miss Carolyn.
Break out your crayons and white paper as she guides yu through drawing a picture of your favorite pigeon.
Click HERE to get a special Mo Willems character coloring sheet.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: July 12th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom as we recreate the Summer Olympics. What is your favorite event?
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: July 14
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Click the image to the left on July 21 to hear a short story about Chameleons, and then come to any branch to pick up your make-your-own-animal kit.
This week we will be making a Chameleon.
You will need scissors, glue, and crayons/makers. Only while supplies last.
If you can’t make it into the library, just click here to print your activity out at home.
Open to: 1 - 11 yrs of age
Registraton begins: July 12
We're going on a safari ride. Grab your binoculars and watch for what kind of animals we can see and hear as we head through the jungle and fields.
Keep your hands and feet in the jeep and listen for lions, monkeys and more. SIlly safari jokes will also be shared.
Click HERE for your own safari coloringsheet.
Open to: Gr. 6 - 8
Tweens, time to try and make a DIY Panda Mini Notebook from one sheet of paper. Click on the link to this website here for instructions and pictures. You will need one sheet of paper, pens, and scissors to complete this project at home.
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: July 21
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Come to any branch for Wild Wednesday and make your own origami dog. You will need scissors, glue, and crayons/makers. Only while supplies last. If you can’t make it into the library, just click the PDF to print your activity out at home.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: July 21st
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom for stories and songs about our fuzzy friends.
Open to: 1 - 11 yrs of age
Registration begins: July 19
Wiggle the bookworm wiggles his way through our stories as we hear about the creepy, crawly
creatures in our world today. Learn how the snake got his hissssss.
Open to: all ages
Join Ms. Jen on International Friendship Day for a five minute family fun break with a story and a quick activity. Click on the picture to the left on July 30th to join the fun. You will need: a square piece of paper and a pen or marker.
Open to: 3 - 6 yrs of age
Registration begins: July 26th
Join Ms. Jen on Zoom as we have a jungle adventure. What do you think we will find there?
Open to: 2 - 6 yrs with parent
Registration begins: July 28
Join Miss Carolyn for Edison Library's series of story ZOOM programs based on the each letter of the alphabet.
Let's talk about letter sounds and what begins with our chosen letter of the day, along with stories on the current letter topic.
Print out your special coloring sheet by clicking HERE.
Get a list of recommended books to read this week by clicking HERE.
Be prepared for the class by having one item to show the class that starts with the letter of the week.
Come to any branch for Wild Wednesday and make your own paper monkey. You will need scissors, glue, and crayons/makers. Only while supplies last. If you can’t make it into the library, just click the PDF to print your activity out at home.