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, December 11
Thursday, December 12
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Monday, December 16
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Sunday, December 22
Monday, December 23
Tuesday, December 24
Wednesday, December 25
Thursday, December 26
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CANCELLED – The Writers Block “A” Session – A Writers Group for Kids
Where: Metuchen Public Library
Friday, December 27
Saturday, December 28
Sunday, December 29
Monday, December 30
Tuesday, December 31
Wednesday, January 1
Thursday, January 2
Friday, January 3
Saturday, January 4
Join us for a Winter Holiday Concert presented by Polaris, Youth Club of Center for Cultural and Creative Exchange (新澤西文創交流促進會). All are welcome. Registration is recommended. This...
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...
We will see a classic film The Heiress (1949, TV-PG, 1h 55m) that is a romantic drama film directed and produced by William Wyler, from a screenplay written by Ruth and...
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 a classic film The Heiress (1949, TV-PG, 1h 55m) that is a romantic drama film directed and produced by William Wyler, from a screenplay written by Ruth 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 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...
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...
THIS SESSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Join us to help pack seeds for the Seed Library. No experience necessary. Chat with fellow gardening and plant enthusiasts...
The Spanish Book Club will watch a film Pedro Páramo and discuss it. If you have any questions, email info@metuchenlibrary.org. To join the Spanish Book...
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...
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!...
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 a Documentary Film Screening & Discussion. Screenagers is the award-winning documentary about the everyday challenges of raising healthy and happy kids who...
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...
We will see an international film Riders of Justice (2020, Not Rated, 1h 56m) that is a Danish action comedy film directed and written by Anders Thomas Jensen. Mads...
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 an international film Riders of Justice (2020, Not Rated, 1h 56m) that is a Danish action comedy film directed and written by Anders Thomas Jensen. Mads...
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 at downstairs Activity Room. Share your love of knitting and crocheting with yarn enthusiasts....
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...
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...
Seed Packing has been CANCELLED through the remainder of 2025. We will resume on Wednesdays, 2-3:30pm, starting January 8th. Join us to help pack seeds...
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...
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...
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 ages 3-6 and their caregivers. Join Ms. Joanne for a relaxing and fun evening storytime! Pajamas and stuffed animal friends are welcome! This program...
CANCELLED -- A recruiter's guide to getting noticed! In this workshop, you'll gain practical strategies and personalized advice about tailoring your resume to help position yourself...
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 night of fun at this special after-hours fundraising event! Mingle, browse, buy, and enjoy! The submitted 10x10 canvases exhibited in 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...
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...
Don't let the colder temperatures keep you cooped up inside. Instead, warm your heart with us on Monday, December 16th at a CineMusic screening of...
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...
Don't let the colder temperatures keep you cooped up inside. Instead, warm your heart with us on Monday, December 16th at a CineMusic screening 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...
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...
Seed Packing has been CANCELLED through the remainder of 2025. We will resume on Wednesdays, 2-3:30pm, starting January 8th. Join us to help pack seeds...
Join Dr. Ken Sammond & Friends for an evening of storytelling and song as we relive the terrors and horrors of a Victorian Christmas, festooned...
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...
Ages 5 & up. Join Mr. Rohan in the lab and help him do some cool experiments. Registration is required.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 6-9 We will discuss the book My Weird School, Book 14: Miss Holly is Too Jolly by Dan Gutman. The first 5 Metuchen...
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...
For ages 4-8. Join Ms. Gina Folgar of Graceful Kids Yoga for a Winter Themed Yoga Class! Bring a yoga mat or beach towel. Caregivers...
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...
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...
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!...
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 children of all ages. Come and hang out with Sarge or Niles, our loveable therapy dogs. They love to hear stories! You can bring...
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.