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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Wednesday, April 29
Thursday, April 30
Friday, May 1
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Wednesday, May 6
Thursday, May 7
Friday, May 8
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Monday, May 11
Tuesday, May 12
Wednesday, May 13
Thursday, May 14
Friday, May 15
Saturday, May 16
Sunday, May 17
Monday, May 18
Tuesday, May 19
Wednesday, May 20
Thursday, May 21
Friday, May 22
Saturday, May 23
Sunday, May 24
Monday, May 25
Tuesday, May 26
Wednesday, May 27
Thursday, May 28
Friday, May 29
Saturday, May 30
Sunday, May 31
Monday, June 1
Tuesday, June 2
Wednesday, June 3
Thursday, June 4
Friday, June 5
Saturday, June 6
Knitting & Crochet Club meets on every Sunday (2-4pm). Share your love of knitting and crocheting with yarn enthusiasts. Please bring your own knitting and...
Pelvic health isn’t just about exercise—it’s about how your body functions during everyday life. In this engaging, real-life-focused session, Dr. Aparna Kamulkar, a local pelvic...
Ages 2-4. Free play at the library! Please sign in upon arrival and clean your child's hands before playing.
Join us on Monday, April 27th as CineMusic closes out @MetuchenPublicLibrary’s Oscars movie month with a screening of Sinners (2025, R, 2h 17m). Winner of Best...
Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served--you may have to wait your...
Join us on Monday, April 27th as CineMusic closes out @MetuchenPublicLibrary’s Oscars movie month with a screening of Sinners (2025, R, 2h 17m). Winner of Best...
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 or the older adults in your life need help navigating transportation options, this presentation is for you! Keep Middlesex Moving is hosting an...
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...
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 3-6 and their caregivers. Join Ms. Joanne for a relaxing and fun evening storytime! Pajamas and stuffed animal friends are welcome. No registration...
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...
Toddlers and Preschoolers. Join us for a simple storytime consisting of three stories and three songs or fingerplays. The session ends with a coloring page...
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 at downstairs Activity Room. The library will provide Mah Jongg sets and tables for open...
Leonieke ("lay-o-nee-ka") Scheuble, pianist and organist, brings The 3 Generations of Jazz Trio featuring Legendary Bassist Bill Crow to Metuchen in celebration of International Jazz...
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 ages 3-18 months and their caregivers. Stories, rhymes and songs for your baby and you! Playtime will follow. This program is for Metuchen patrons...
Knitting & Crochet Club meets on every Sunday (2-4pm). Share your love of knitting and crocheting with yarn enthusiasts. Please bring your own knitting and...
For ages 2-4. Join Ms. Joanne for a fun, interactive program of stories, songs, and movement. Playtime will follow story time. Space is limited to...
We will see Small Things Like These (2024, PG-13, 1h 38m), historical drama film from the 2021 novel by Claire Keegan. It stars Cillian Murphy (who also serves as a producer), Eileen...
Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served--you may have to wait your...
We will see Small Things Like These (2024, PG-13, 1h 38m), historical drama film from the 2021 novel by Claire Keegan. It stars Cillian Murphy (who also serves as a producer), Eileen...
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...
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...
We invite children ages 2-4 and their caregivers to join us at the library for a delightful storytime in Mandarin and English. Come sing, listen,...
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 Spanish Book Club will have a hybrid meeting and discuss Mujeres de alma mia by Isabel Allende. If you have any questions, email info@metuchenlibrary.org....
Toddlers and Preschoolers. Join us for a simple storytime consisting of three stories and three songs or fingerplays. The session ends with a coloring page...
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 at downstairs Activity Room. The library will provide Mah Jongg sets and tables for open...
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 us on the second Friday of each month for one hour of a gentle form of yoga where you will practice sitting in a...
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). Share your love of knitting and crocheting with yarn enthusiasts. Please bring your own knitting and...
For ages 2-4. Join Ms. Joanne for a fun, interactive program of stories, songs, and movement. Playtime will follow story time. Space is limited to...
Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served--you may have to wait your...
We will see Song Sung Blue (2024, PG-13, 2h 13m) which is a biographical musical drama film written, produced, and directed by Craig Brewer, based on the 2008 documentary film of...
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...
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 Board of Trustees meet on the second Tuesday of each month, except for August, when there is no meeting. Meetings are held in...
For ages 2-4. Join Ms. Joanne for a fun, interactive program of stories, songs, and movement. Playtime will follow story time. Space is limited 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...
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...
Toddlers and Preschoolers. Join us for a simple storytime consisting of three stories and three songs or fingerplays. The session ends with a coloring page...
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 at downstairs Activity Room. The library will provide Mah Jongg sets and tables for open...
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...
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). Share your love of knitting and crocheting with yarn enthusiasts. Please bring your own knitting and...
Please join us in welcoming the artists of the Unraveled Collection. About the Exhibit: The dance between hand and material. The transformation of thread, wool...
Ages 2-4. Free play at the library! Please sign in and sanitize your child’s hands (and your own) when you arrive.
Join CineMusic on Monday, May 18, for a screening of Piece by Piece (2024, 1hr 33min, PG). It is an animated biographical documentary comedy film...
Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served--you may have to wait your...
Canceled
Monday Movies: CineMusic Film Series
Join CineMusic on Monday, May 18, for a screening of Piece by Piece (2024, 1hr 33min, PG). It is an animated biographical documentary comedy film...
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...
Canceled
Tech Help 101
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...
Canceled
ESL Class (Advanced)
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...
Canceled
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
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....
Canceled
ESL Class (Beginner/High Beginner)
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...
Canceled
Author Talk with Ken Davidoff
Edison's own Ken Davidoff will be joining us at the Metuchen Public Library to discuss his book 101 Lessons From the Dugout through a conversational...
Toddlers and Preschoolers. Join us for a simple storytime consisting of three stories and three songs or fingerplays. The session ends with a coloring page...
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 at downstairs Activity Room. The library will provide Mah Jongg sets and tables for open...
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...
Join Reiki Master and Meditation Teacher Christine Buck for one hour of Reiki-Infused mindfulness and a guided themed meditation. This program is intended for adults...
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...
Canceled
Tech Help 101
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...
Canceled
ESL Class (Advanced)
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...
Canceled
Yoga Themed Pajama Storytime
For ages 3-6 and their caregivers. Join Ms. Joanne and Ms. Allison Brennan, Children's Yoga Teacher and Early Childhood Educator, for a relaxing, fun yoga...
Ages 2-4. Free play at the library! Please sign in and sanitize your child’s hands (and your own) when you arrive.
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...
Mah Jongg Open Play meets every week on Thursday afternoon at downstairs Activity Room. The library will provide Mah Jongg sets and tables for open...
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! Playtime will follow. This program is for Metuchen patrons...
Join OutFront Metuchen, a local organization that strengthens and uplifts the local LGBTQIA+ community and allies, for a special all-ages community event to kick off...
Knitting & Crochet Club meets on every Sunday (2-4pm). Share your love of knitting and crocheting with yarn enthusiasts. Please bring your own knitting and...
For parents and caregivers of young children: Join Jessica Case of Superbloom Speech Therapy for a talk on Early Childhood Language Development. She will present...
Stuck on homework? Drop in at the teen area of the library to ask for help! First come, first served--you may have to wait your...
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...
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...
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 Spanish Book Club will have a hybrid meeting and discuss un cuento. If you have any questions, email info@metuchenlibrary.org. To join the Spanish Book...
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 at downstairs Activity Room. The library will provide Mah Jongg sets and tables for open...
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...
Children Join us for a fun, relaxing Saturday afternoon activity! This week's activity is Lego Play Day!
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.