Event Calendar
Explore our calendar for activities for all ages, including workshops, book clubs, storytimes, and more. Connect, learn, and grow with your community.
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Sunday, August 31
Monday, September 1
Tuesday, September 2
Wednesday, September 3
Thursday, September 4
Friday, September 5
Saturday, September 6
Sunday, September 7
Monday, September 8
Tuesday, September 9
Wednesday, September 10
Thursday, September 11
Friday, September 12
Saturday, September 13
Sunday, September 14
Monday, September 15
Tuesday, September 16
Wednesday, September 17
Thursday, September 18
Friday, September 19
Saturday, September 20
Sunday, September 21
Monday, September 22
Tuesday, September 23
Wednesday, September 24
Thursday, September 25
Friday, September 26
Saturday, September 27
Sunday, September 28
Monday, September 29
Tuesday, September 30
Wednesday, October 1
Thursday, October 2
Friday, October 3
Saturday, October 4
If you have issues or questions about your computer, cell phone, tablet, etc., let us know how we can help! Please call the library at...
Ages 12 and up Join us in the Makery to work with a community of makers, tinkerers, and artists. Work on your own projects and...
Join fellow board game enthusiasts in the community to play a variety of games on the first Tuesday of every month. Attendees are encouraged to...
The Spanish Book Club will have a hybrid meeting and discuss La casa de los espiritus by Isabel Allende. If you have any questions, email...
Mah Jongg Open Play meets every week on Thursday afternoon. The library will provide Mah Jongg sets and tables for open play time. This is...
For elementary to middle grade writers. This bimonthly meet-up offers activities and exercises for young writers looking to learn more about the fun of storytelling!...
A combination of flowing movement and deep stretching, this class dives deeper into yoga poses (asanas) to release tension and return body and mind to...
For children of all ages. Come and hang out with Sarge or Niles, our loveable therapy dogs. They love to hear stories! You can bring...
Knitting & Crochet Club meets on every Sunday (2-4pm) and the second Tuesday of the month (3-5pm) at downstairs Activity Room. Share your love of...
Join us for the Barbara Jobin Memorial Studio Ghibli Film Festival! In celebration of the service of a former library employee, we’ll be hosting showings...
Join us for the Barbara Jobin Memorial Studio Ghibli Film Festival! In celebration of the service of a former library employee, we’ll be hosting showings...
Join us for the Barbara Jobin Memorial Studio Ghibli Film Festival! In celebration of the service of a former library employee, we’ll be hosting showings...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
Knitting & Crochet Club meets the second Tuesday of the month (3-5pm) and every Sunday (2-4pm) at downstairs Activity Room. Share your love of knitting...
If you have issues or questions about your computer, cell phone, tablet, etc., let us know how we can help! Please call the library at...
Ages 12 and up Join us in the Makery to work with a community of makers, tinkerers, and artists. Work on your own projects and...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
The Metuchen Library Book Club meets September through June on the second Wednesday of the month in the library's upstairs Community Room. This month we...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
Mah Jongg Open Play meets every week on Thursday afternoon. The library will provide Mah Jongg sets and tables for open play time. This is...
For ages 12-18. Join us on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month for a fun and relaxed book club meeting! We pick the...
Join us for the library’s chess club, a group for all ages and all skill levels. Basic instruction will be given to beginner players. Come...
Join us for a Writers Symposium - where you can get feedback on your work in progress and pick the brain of our local writer...
Join us on the second Friday of each month for one hour of a gentle form of yoga where you will practice sitting in a...
Join us for a reception to welcome Metuchen artist Joseph Castronova to the gallery! Light refreshments will be served. About the Exhibit -- On display...
Knitting & Crochet Club meets on every Sunday (2-4pm) and the second Tuesday of the month (3-5pm) at downstairs Activity Room. Share your love of...
For ages 2-4. Join Ms. Joanne for an interactive program of stories, songs, and movement. Space is limited to the first 14 families. Playtime will...
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, CineMusic will be screening Selena (1997, PG, 2h 7m). “The true story of Selena, a Texas-born Tejana singer who...
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, CineMusic will be screening Selena (1997, PG, 2h 7m). “The true story of Selena, a Texas-born Tejana singer who...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
If you have issues or questions about your computer, cell phone, tablet, etc., let us know how we can help! Please call the library at...
Ages 12 and up Join us in the Makery to work with a community of makers, tinkerers, and artists. Work on your own projects and...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
Join us for this month’s in-person TAB meeting! It will be held in the upstairs community room. We will discuss upcoming library events and outreach....
For ages 2-4. Join Ms. Joanne for an interactive program of stories, songs, and movement. Space is limited to the first 14 families. Playtime will...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, join us for an adult acrylic painting class inspired by the iconic portraits of Frida Kahlo. Use tracing paper...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, join us for an adult acrylic painting class inspired by the iconic portraits of Frida Kahlo. Use tracing paper...
Mah Jongg Open Play meets every week on Thursday afternoon. The library will provide Mah Jongg sets and tables for open play time. This is...
Come hang out and learn about filmmaking on the third Thursday of the month! Together we'll have fun doing guided activities that hone in on...
A combination of flowing movement and deep stretching, this class dives deeper into yoga poses (asanas) to release tension and return body and mind to...
For children of all ages. Come and hang out with Sarge or Niles, our loveable therapy dogs. They love to hear stories! You can bring...
**THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO A FUTURE DATE TBD.** In conjunction with the "Local Eco" exhibition of works by artist Joseph Castronova, the Local...
Knitting & Crochet Club meets on every Sunday (2-4pm) and the second Tuesday of the month (3-5pm) at downstairs Activity Room. Share your love of...
For ages 2-4. Join Ms. Joanne for an interactive program of stories, songs, and movement. Space is limited to the first 14 families. Playtime will...
Come and celebrate Bilbo Baggins' 111th Birthday at the library! In The Lord of The Rings, September 22nd is Bilbo's actual birthday. Join us for...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
If you have issues or questions about your computer, cell phone, tablet, etc., let us know how we can help! Please call the library at...
Ages 12 and up Join us in the Makery to work with a community of makers, tinkerers, and artists. Work on your own projects and...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
In celebration of the 125th anniversary of the founding of Metuchen, this informative and engaging presentation by local historian William Bodycombe will take a 'Then...
For ages 2-4. Join Ms. Joanne for an interactive program of stories, songs, and movement. Space is limited to the first 14 families. Playtime will...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
Medicare is confusing, but it doesn’t have to be! Roderick "Rod" Spann is a Licensed Insurance Broker with Senior Advisors working specifically with Medicare beneficiaries. Education is...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
Mah Jongg Open Play meets every week on Thursday afternoon. The library will provide Mah Jongg sets and tables for open play time. This is...
For ages 12-18. Join us on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month for a fun and relaxed book club meeting! We pick the...
Join us for the library’s chess club, a group for all ages and all skill levels. Basic instruction will be given to beginner players. Come...
For elementary to middle grade writers. This bimonthly meet-up offers activities and exercises for young writers looking to learn more about the fun of storytelling!...
For ages 3-18 months and their caregivers. Stories, rhymes and songs for your baby and you! Siblings are welcome. Playtime will follow. No registration required.
Join Reiki Masters and Meditation Teachers Jean Zissler and Christine Buck for one hour of Reiki-Infused mindfulness and a guided themed meditation. This program is...
Knitting & Crochet Club meets on every Sunday (2-4pm) and the second Tuesday of the month (3-5pm) at downstairs Activity Room. Share your love of...
Ages 2-4. Free play at the library! Families choose Monday or Wednesday to attend. Please sign in and sanitize your child’s hands (and your own)...
We will see The Penguin Lessons (2024, PG-13, 1h 50m). "A disillusioned Englishman who goes to work in a school in a divided Argentina in...
We will see The Penguin Lessons (2024, PG-13, 1h 50m). "A disillusioned Englishman who goes to work in a school in a divided Argentina in...
Attention all parents! Are you concerned about how you will afford your child’s college education in the future? Start planning now by attending the college funding...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
If you have issues or questions about your computer, cell phone, tablet, etc., let us know how we can help! Please call the library at...
Ages 12 and up Join us in the Makery to work with a community of makers, tinkerers, and artists. Work on your own projects and...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
Ages 2-4. Free play at the library! Families choose Monday or Wednesday to attend. Please sign in and sanitize your child’s hands (and your own)...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
Metuchen Public Library offers 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session to review your...
Metuchen Public Library offers 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session to review your...
The Spanish Book Club will have a hybrid meeting and discuss Sabrina y Corina by Kali Fajardo-Anstine. If you have any questions, email info@metuchenlibrary.org. To...
The library's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
Mah Jongg Open Play meets every week on Thursday afternoon. The library will provide Mah Jongg sets and tables for open play time. This is...
For elementary to middle grade writers. This bimonthly meet-up offers activities and exercises for young writers looking to learn more about the fun of storytelling!...
A combination of flowing movement and deep stretching, this class dives deeper into yoga poses (asanas) to release tension and return body and mind to...
The library offers a variety of programs for adults throughout the year. Regularly occurring programs include:
- Movie Screenings: Enjoy feature films on our Community Room’s big screen. Select Monday afternoons and evenings of each month.
- Book Club: A lively monthly discussion of a pre-selected title. All are welcome. Second Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm, September-June. Contact Justine at jjohnson@metuchenlibrary.org.
- Spanish Book Club: First Wednesday of each month at 7pm, September-June, held as a hybrid format (in-person or virtual). Must speak fluent Spanish to participate; no English is allowed during the book discussion. To join, contact Elaine at elaine.edgcomb@gmail.com.
- Metuchen Writers Club: Second Thursday of each month at 7pm. To join, contact Nicole at nchinchar@metuchenlibrary.org.
- Yoga and Meditation: Classes are held regularly each month, usually on Fridays. See calendar for details.
- Mah Jongg Open Play and Board Games Night: See calendar for details.
- Tech Help 101: If you have issues with or questions about your laptop, cell phone, tablet, etc., we may be able to help! Please call the library to schedule an appointment.
- English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes: Held September through June. For more information, contact info@metuchenlibrary.org.
For a full listing of upcoming programs for adults, visit the library’s calendar. If you have any questions, please email info@metuchenlibrary.org.
The library offers programs for children of all ages and their caregivers throughout the year. Regularly occurring programs include:
- Rhythm & Rhyme: Stories, songs and movement for ages 2-5 and their caregivers.
- Bookworms: Stories, rhymes and more for children ages 24-36 months and their caregivers.
- Bouncing Babies: Stories, rhymes and songs for babies 3-18 months and their caregivers.
- Take & Make Crafts: Grab a bag now and do the craft later! Held on select Fridays.
- Homework Buddies: During the school year, teen volunteers can help younger students with their homework. For more information, contact Jules at jrichards@metuchenlibrary.org.
- StoryWalk: Families, take a walk outside near the library and read a story while you walk!
For a full listing of upcoming programs for children and families, visit the library’s calendar. If you have questions about children’s programs, please email metuchenlibrarykiddos@gmail.com.
The library offers programs for teens throughout the year. Regularly occurring programs include:
Teen Advisory Board: The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is for teens in grades 6-12 who are interested in committing to 15 service hours through the calendar year. This involves participating in our monthly meetings, volunteering for library events and/or library services.
YA Book Group: We meet monthly to discuss a pre-selected book, either fiction or a graphic novel, but always YA. All ages welcome!
Chess Club: We meet on the first and third Thursday of the month to play matches and get some basic instruction. All ages and skill-levels welcome!
For a full listing of upcoming programs for teens, visit the library’s calendar. If you have questions about teen programs, please email Jules at jrichards@metuchenlibrary.org.
The Metuchen Makery is a place for creativity, imagination and innovation. This makerspace cultivates imagination as the cornerstone of active learning and supports the library’s evolving role as a community center where people of all ages and backgrounds come together to create tangible projects using shared resources. Some regularly occurring programs and services include:
- Coding Workshops with WeMake4H: We partner with a community non-profit to provide introductory workshops in Computer Programming for middle school and high school students.
- Metuchen Coding Club: Join coding beginners and enthusiasts within the community to share projects and complete activities.
- Library Lab: For children ages 5-12, workshops to perform basic science experiments or use some of the library’s educational maker kits.
- 3D Printing: Send us a design in printable format, and the Library will provide a price quote. Most items can be printed for less than $5!
Makery Mission Statement
For a full listing of upcoming programs for all ages, visit the library’s Events Calendar. For more information about Makerspace Programs, including 3D printing inquiries, contact Rohan at rpundlik@metuchenlibrary.org.