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Livingston Public Library YOUTH WINTER READING CHALLENGE. GRADES 5 & UNDER. DEC 22- FEB 20. Images of snow, a snowman, and a stack of books.

Youth Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 12/22 - 2/20
Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Babies, Children, Elementary School, Pre-K

Grades 5 and under - registration not required

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Babies, Children, Elementary School, Pre-K
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Grades 5 and under - registration not required

shrek the musical jr

Paper Mill Playhouse Children's Theatre on Tour presents Shrek the Musical, Jr.

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Creative Arts, Performance, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School, Everyone, Family

The Paper Mill Playhouse's Children's Theatre on Tour returns to the Livingston Public Library to present Shrek the Musical, Jr. 

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Everyone, Family
Program Type: Community Partnership, Creative Arts, Performance, Special Event
Event Details:

The Paper Mill Playhouse's Children's Theatre on Tour returns to the Livingston Public Library to present Shrek the Musical, Jr. 

Disclaimer(s)

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old need to remain with their children at all times.

Unattended Policy

Children under age 12: a parent or responsible caregiver (age 16 or older) must remain with the child or remain in the Library and be immediately accessible to the child at all times, including when a child is attending a library program. 

Spirituality in Everyday Life: A Talk by Author Dr. Shrenik Shah

A Practical Spiritual Life: Integrating Spirituality into Everyday Living-- An Author Talk by Dr. Shrenik Shah

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

What happens when the science of medicine meets the wisdom of spirituality?

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:

What happens when the science of medicine meets the wisdom of spirituality?

Thrilling Tales

Thrilling Tales Book Club: Girls With Bright Futures by Tracy Dobmeier

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

*Attention all book lovers!* The Livingston Public Library invites you to join us for “Thrilling Tales”, our first in-person book club since the pandemic.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

*Attention all book lovers!* The Livingston Public Library invites you to join us for “Thrilling Tales”, our first in-person book club since the pandemic.

Snowy background with a mug cozy

Teen Take & Make - Mug Cozy Craft (Gr. 6+)

02/09/2026 @ 3:00pm to 02/11/2026 @ 6:00pm
Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens

Drop by after school and pick up a take home mug cozy created out of a DIY cardboard loom, yarn, and button! 

Grades 6+. 

Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts, Take-Home Kit
Event Details:

Drop by after school and pick up a take home mug cozy created out of a DIY cardboard loom, yarn, and button! 

Grades 6+. 

Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Crafts: While Supplies Last

Crafts are available while supplies last and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.

Blue background with white text. Accent with shapes progressing. Story Coders Monday February 9h 4pm - 5pm for Gr 2-3. Tickets available with Livingston Library card . Priority given to Livingston cardholders. 30 minutes before the program starts. Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Public Library

Story Coders Gr 2-3

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School

Children in Grade 2-3 will be introduced to basic coding concepts through off-screen and on-screen activities. 

(Snow date: February 23rd) 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Children in Grade 2-3 will be introduced to basic coding concepts through off-screen and on-screen activities. 

(Snow date: February 23rd) 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Disclaimer(s)

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old need to remain with their children at all times.

Tickets Available

Priority is given to Livingston Library card holders. Please show your Livingston Library card to pick up tickets at the Youth Services Desk 30 minutes before the program start time. Non Livingston card holders will be placed on standby.

 

Unattended Policy

Children under age 12: a parent or responsible caregiver (age 16 or older) must remain with the child or remain in the Library and be immediately accessible to the child at all times, including when a child is attending a library program. 

read to a therapy dog! Image of dog prints. Feb 9th 6:30 to 7:30 for children in kindergarten and up

Paws to Read (Gr. K+)

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Story Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School

Children in grades K+, emerging readers, - come read to a therapy dog!

Recommended to help build confidence and encourage the joy of reading. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Community Partnership, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children in grades K+, emerging readers, - come read to a therapy dog!

Recommended to help build confidence and encourage the joy of reading. 

Disclaimer(s)

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old need to remain with their children at all times.

Registration and Livingston residents only

Registration required. The program is limited to Livingston residents only.

When prompted at registration, username is your Livingston Library Card number. 

When REGISTRATION IS FULL, you can still sign up below to join the waitlist. 

Unattended Policy

Children under age 12: a parent or responsible caregiver (age 16 or older) must remain with the child or remain in the Library and be immediately accessible to the child at all times, including when a child is attending a library program. 

Looking at Black History Through Jazz

A Look at Black History Through Jazz

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

Jazz is more than just music—it’s a powerful lens through which we can understand Black history in America.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:

Jazz is more than just music—it’s a powerful lens through which we can understand Black history in America.

STORYTIME FOR AGES 1-2. Toddler time. Two sessions. Tuesdays Jan 20 - Feb 24. 10:15 AM Registration required. Register online! 11:00 AM Tickets available at the Youth Services Desk 30 minutes before. Priority given to Livingston cardholders.

Toddler Time (Ages 1-2)

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Story Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children, Family

Parents, caregivers, and children ages 1-2 years old enjoy stories and songs based on the theme of the day.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Babies, Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parents, caregivers, and children ages 1-2 years old enjoy stories and songs based on the theme of the day.

Disclaimer(s)

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old need to remain with their children at all times.

Registration and Livingston residents only

Registration required. The program is limited to Livingston residents only.

When prompted at registration, username is your Livingston Library Card number. 

When REGISTRATION IS FULL, you can still sign up below to join the waitlist. 

STORYTIME FOR AGES 1-2. Toddler time. Two sessions. Tuesdays Jan 20 - Feb 24. 10:15 AM Registration required. Register online! 11:00 AM Tickets available at the Youth Services Desk 30 minutes before. Priority given to Livingston cardholders.

Toddler Time (Ages 1-2)

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Story Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children, Family

Parents, caregivers, and children ages 1-2 years old enjoy stories and songs based on the theme of the day.

 

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Babies, Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Parents, caregivers, and children ages 1-2 years old enjoy stories and songs based on the theme of the day.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old need to remain with their children at all times.

Tickets Available

Priority is given to Livingston Library card holders. Please show your Livingston Library card to pick up tickets at the Youth Services Desk 30 minutes before the program start time. Non Livingston card holders will be placed on standby.

 

ELL Basic Grammar Workshops

English Language Learner: Basic Grammar Workshop

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
ELL Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Age Group:
Adults

English Language Learners with a proficient understanding of the English language that want to improve their writing and reading English skills. Registration required

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: ELL Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

English Language Learners with a proficient understanding of the English language that want to improve their writing and reading English skills. Registration required

Disclaimer(s)

Registration and Livingston residents only

Registration required. The program is limited to Livingston residents only.

When prompted at registration, username is your Livingston Library Card number. 

When REGISTRATION IS FULL, you can still sign up below to join the waitlist. 

ELL Reading for Meaning

English Language Learner: Reading for Meaning

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
ELL Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Age Group:
Adults

English Language Learners with proficient reading skills will read short stories and discuss.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: ELL Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

English Language Learners with proficient reading skills will read short stories and discuss.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration and Livingston residents only

Registration required. The program is limited to Livingston residents only.

When prompted at registration, username is your Livingston Library Card number. 

When REGISTRATION IS FULL, you can still sign up below to join the waitlist. 

Make a Valentine Monster. Image of pom pom monsters with eyes and a note that says, "Happy Valentine's Day!"

Make a Valentine Monster (Grades 3-5)

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School

Make a valentine monster out of yarn! Write a nice message and give your creation to someone else. Or you can keep it for yourself!

For kids in grades 3-5. Drop in!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Creative Arts
Event Details:

Make a valentine monster out of yarn! Write a nice message and give your creation to someone else. Or you can keep it for yourself!

For kids in grades 3-5. Drop in!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old need to remain with their children at all times.

Unattended Policy

Children under age 12: a parent or responsible caregiver (age 16 or older) must remain with the child or remain in the Library and be immediately accessible to the child at all times, including when a child is attending a library program. 

Banner advertising our screening of ROOFMAN

Tuesday Night Movie: ROOFMAN

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Come see Derek Cianfrance's ROOFMAN on the big screen in our program room!

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Come see Derek Cianfrance's ROOFMAN on the big screen in our program room!

Little Listeners January 21 - February 25. ages 3-5. Two sessions: 10:15am registration required Livingston Library card holders only. 11am tickets 30 minutes before start time

Little Listeners Storytime (Ages 3-5)

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Story Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Family, Pre-K

Parents, caregivers, and children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories and songs based on the theme of the day.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Parents, caregivers, and children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories and songs based on the theme of the day.

Disclaimer(s)

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old need to remain with their children at all times.

Registration and Livingston residents only

Registration required. The program is limited to Livingston residents only.

When prompted at registration, username is your Livingston Library Card number. 

When REGISTRATION IS FULL, you can still sign up below to join the waitlist. 

ELL Beginner Book Group - In Person

English Language Learner Beginner Book Club - In Person

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
ELL Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Age Group:
Adults

English Language Learners with proficient reading, writing, and speaking English skills that would like to develop a more nuanced understanding of written English in novel form.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: ELL Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

English Language Learners with proficient reading, writing, and speaking English skills that would like to develop a more nuanced understanding of written English in novel form.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration and Livingston residents only

Registration required. The program is limited to Livingston residents only.

When prompted at registration, username is your Livingston Library Card number. 

When REGISTRATION IS FULL, you can still sign up below to join the waitlist. 

Little Listeners January 21 - February 25. ages 3-5. Two sessions: 10:15am registration required Livingston Library card holders only. 11am tickets 30 minutes before start time

Little Listeners Storytime (ages 3-5)

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Story Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-K

Parents, caregivers, and children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories and songs based on the theme of the day.

 

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Parents, caregivers, and children ages 3-5 years old enjoy stories and songs based on the theme of the day.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old need to remain with their children at all times.

Tickets Available

Priority is given to Livingston Library card holders. Please show your Livingston Library card to pick up tickets at the Youth Services Desk 30 minutes before the program start time. Non Livingston card holders will be placed on standby.

 

Makers of History: Black History Month. This Session: Solubility in Action! Image of jar with layers of liquid.

Makers of History: Solubility in Action! (Grades K-5)

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School

Makers of History is a series where we engage in STEM activities inspired by famous figures.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Creative Arts, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Makers of History is a series where we engage in STEM activities inspired by famous figures.

Disclaimer(s)

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old need to remain with their children at all times.

Unattended Policy

Children under age 12: a parent or responsible caregiver (age 16 or older) must remain with the child or remain in the Library and be immediately accessible to the child at all times, including when a child is attending a library program. 

ELL Advanced Virtual Book Club

English Language Learners Advanced Virtual Book Club

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
ELL Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Age Group:
Adults

English Language Learners with advanced reading, writing, and speaking English skills that would like to develop a more nuanced understanding of written English in novel form.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: ELL Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

English Language Learners with advanced reading, writing, and speaking English skills that would like to develop a more nuanced understanding of written English in novel form.

Disclaimer(s)

Registration and Livingston residents only

Registration required. The program is limited to Livingston residents only.

When prompted at registration, username is your Livingston Library Card number. 

When REGISTRATION IS FULL, you can still sign up below to join the waitlist. 

Seared Scallops Library Chef

Seared Scallops over Creamy Polenta with Sage Lemon Brown Butter with Library Chef

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:15pm
Online - Library Chef at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

A restaurant-worthy meal made simple! Follow along as we show you how to sear scallops perfectly and pair them with a rich polenta and fragrant sage lemon butter sauce.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - Library Chef
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

A restaurant-worthy meal made simple! Follow along as we show you how to sear scallops perfectly and pair them with a rich polenta and fragrant sage lemon butter sauce.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

This program takes place virtually through Library Chef. To create an account, please use the code 07039. 

Board meeting

Board Meeting

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting

NOTICE is hereby given that the Livingston Library Board of Trustees has scheduled a meeting for the Livingston Public Library, Livingston, New Jersey, beginning at 7:30 PM.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:

NOTICE is hereby given that the Livingston Library Board of Trustees has scheduled a meeting for the Livingston Public Library, Livingston, New Jersey, beginning at 7:30 PM.

Bouncy Babies a lapsit storytime

Bouncy Babies: A Lapsit Storytime

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Story Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Children

For babies 11 months and younger

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Babies, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For babies 11 months and younger

Disclaimer(s)

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old need to remain with their children at all times.

Tickets Available

Priority is given to Livingston Library card holders. Please show your Livingston Library card to pick up tickets at the Youth Services Desk 30 minutes before the program start time. Non Livingston card holders will be placed on standby.

 

LSC Lindsey Stewart

Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - LSC at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Feminist philosopher Dr.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - LSC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Feminist philosopher Dr.

Banner advertising our screening of WICKED: FOR GOOD

Thursday Matinee: WICKED: FOR GOOD

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone, Family, Seniors

Come see Jon Chu's WICKED: FOR GOOD on the big screen in our program room!

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone, Family, Seniors
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Come see Jon Chu's WICKED: FOR GOOD on the big screen in our program room!