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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Tuesday, March 25
Wednesday, March 26
Thursday, March 27
Friday, March 28
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Sunday, March 30
Monday, March 31
Tuesday, April 1
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Thursday, April 3
Friday, April 4
Saturday, April 5
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)...
What better way to keep the Valentine's Day feels going than with a classic tale of love and tragedy? Join CineMusic on Monday, 24 February...
Monday Timeslots: 4:00-5:00, 5:30-6:30, 7:00-8:00 Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served...
What better way to keep the Valentine's Day feels going than with a classic tale of love and tragedy? Join CineMusic on Monday, 24 February...
Metuchen Public Library is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session to...
Ages 12-18. Join us for the Teen Writing Club, a meeting place for teen writers to hone their creative skill. We meet on the fourth...
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...
Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served – you may have to...
Ages 12 and up Attendees are encouraged to help each other, but patrons are expected to have an activity or project in mind. Join us...
Please join us as the Metuchen-Edison Historical Society presents a local history program in honor of Black History Month. Profiles of several persons from the...
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 is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session to...
Join us to help pack seeds for the Seed Library! No experience necessary. Chat with fellow gardening and plant enthusiasts while you do it! If...
You are invited to share your thoughts to help shape the future of the Metuchen Public Library! This Town Hall meeting is part of the...
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!...
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...
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...
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...
Join the Metuchen-Edison Historical Society for its popular annual Local History Day. This year's theme is Main Street. Take a look back at Metuchen's Main...
Ages 2-4. Join Ms. Joanne for an interactive program of stories, songs, and movement. Space is limited to 14 families, so arrive early! Playtime will...
Monday Timeslots: 4:00-5:00, 5:30-6:30, 7:00-8:00 Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served...
This event is for ages 10-18! Are you ready to brawl? To melee?? Well we're playing Smash Bros Ultimate, so you can! In this tournament...
Metuchen Public Library is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session 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...
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...
Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served – you may have to...
Ages 12 and up Attendees are encouraged to help each other, but patrons are expected to have an activity or project in mind. Join us...
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 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. Join Ms. Joanne for an interactive program of stories, songs, and movement. Space is limited to 14 families, so arrive early! 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...
Metuchen Public Library is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session to...
Join us to help pack seeds for the Seed Library! No experience necessary. Chat with fellow gardening and plant enthusiasts while you do it! If...
The Spanish Book Club will have a hybrid meeting and discuss El ultimo tango de Salvador Allende by Roberto Ampuero. If you have any questions,...
*Cancelled* Preschoolers: Join us for a simple storytime consisting of three stories and three songs or fingerplays. The session ends with a coloring page or...
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!...
For ages 3-18 months and their caregivers Stories, rhymes and songs for your baby and you! Playtime will follow. No registration required.
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's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
For Grades 9 - 12 Presented by CompDojo LLM assisted coding might become the biggest disruption in Software Development in this decade. In this two-part...
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...
Ages 2-4. Join Ms. Joanne for an interactive program of stories, songs, and movement. Space is limited to 14 families, so arrive early! Playtime will...
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...
Monday Timeslots: 4:00-5:00, 5:30-6:30, 7:00-8:00 Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served...
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...
Metuchen Public Library is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session 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...
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...
Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served – you may have to...
Ages 12 and up Attendees are encouraged to help each other, but patrons are expected to have an activity or project in mind. Join us...
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. Join Ms. Joanne for an interactive program of stories, songs, and movement. Space is limited to 14 families, so arrive early! 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...
Metuchen Public Library is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session to...
Join us to help pack seeds for the Seed Library! No experience necessary. Chat with fellow gardening and plant enthusiasts while you do it! If...
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...
Cancelled- Preschoolers: Join us for a simple storytime consisting of three stories and three songs or fingerplays. The session ends with a coloring page or...
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 warm and collaborative evening of writerly discussion! Writers will be given a chance to present an idea, draft, or passage of...
Ages 18-36 months. Join us for a short program of nursery rhymes, simple stories and songs. Each session will begin or end with an activity...
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...
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...
Are you interested in joining a Dungeons & Dragons campaign here at the library? Do you enjoy creating your own adventures with a group of...
For Grades 9 - 12 Presented by CompDojo LLM assisted coding is looking to be the biggest disruption in Software Development in this decade. In...
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...
We will see Once (2007, R, 1h 25m). Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day as CineMusic presents an Irish romantic musical drama "about a busker and an...
Monday Timeslots: 4:00-5:00, 5:30-6:30, 7:00-8:00 Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served...
We will see Once (2007, R, 1h 25m). Come celebrate St. Patrick's Day as CineMusic presents an Irish romantic musical drama "about a busker and an...
Metuchen Public Library is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session 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...
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...
Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served – you may have to...
Ages 12 and up Attendees are encouraged to help each other, but patrons are expected to have an activity or project in mind. Join us...
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....
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 is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session to...
Join us to help pack seeds for the Seed Library! No experience necessary. Chat with fellow gardening and plant enthusiasts while you do it! If...
Learn what these documents are, the purpose and importance of proper estate planning to protect yourself and your assets and why these documents are essential...
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...
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...
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 our annual New Jersey Makers Day event at the Metuchen Public Library! Each year, we have a blast celebrating STEM and Making...
Highly-revered saxophonist and educator Abraham Burton performs with his quartet including Jordan Williams on piano, Zach Dessell on bass, and Donald Solomon on drums. FREE...
We will see Matewan (1987, PG-13, 2h 12m) that is an independent drama film written and directed by John Sayles, and starring Chris Cooper (in...
Monday Timeslots: 4:00-5:00, 5:30-6:30, 7:00-8:00 Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served...
We will see Matewan (1987, PG-13, 2h 12m) that is an independent drama film written and directed by John Sayles, and starring Chris Cooper (in...
Metuchen Public Library is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session to...
TODAY'S SESSION OF TEEN WRITING CLUB HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Ages 12-18. Join us for the Teen Writing Club, a meeting place for teen writers 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...
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...
Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served – you may have to...
Ages 12 and up Attendees are encouraged to help each other, but patrons are expected to have an activity or project in mind. Join us...
Did you participate in the Makers Day 30 Second Film Challenge, but couldn't finish your film? No worries! This time is specifically for all participants...
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...
Metuchen Public Library is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session to...
Join us to help pack seeds for the Seed Library! No experience necessary. Chat with fellow gardening and plant enthusiasts while you do it! If...
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!...
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...
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...
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 to welcome artist Geraldine Abdoo and her exhibit "Nature's Palette: An Impressionist Exploration," on display in the Gallery of the Metuchen Library March...
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 Conclave (2024, PG, 2h). It is a political thriller film directed by Edward Berger, based on the 2016 novel by Robert Harris. The...
Monday Timeslots: 4:00-5:00, 5:30-6:30, 7:00-8:00 Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served...
We will see Conclave (2024, PG, 2h). It is a political thriller film directed by Edward Berger, based on the 2016 novel by Robert Harris. The...
Metuchen Public Library is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session 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...
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...
Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served – you may have to...
Ages 12 and up Attendees are encouraged to help each other, but patrons are expected to have an activity or project in mind. Join us...
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 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 is now offering 1-on-1 resume review and mock interview appointments with an experienced Human Resources professional. Sign up for a session to...
Join us to help pack seeds for the Seed Library! No experience necessary. Chat with fellow gardening and plant enthusiasts while you do it! If...
The Spanish Book Club will have a hybrid meeting and discuss poesia by Pablo Nerudo. If you have any questions, email info@metuchenlibrary.org. To join the...
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...
Preschoolers: Join us for a simple storytime consisting of three stories and three songs or fingerplays. The session ends with a coloring page or a...
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!...
Ages 18-36 months. Join us for a short program of nursery rhymes, simple stories and songs. Each session will begin or end with an activity...
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's English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are a partnership with Literacy New Jersey, which handles all registration, assessment, and orientation. There are...
For ages 3-18 months and their caregivers Stories, rhymes and songs for your baby and you! Playtime will follow. No registration required.
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.