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Adult Yoga Workshop: Open Flow Vinyasa Yoga

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Yoga offers a powerful blend of physical strength, mental clarity, and stress relief—helping you build flexibility, enhance focus, and cultivate inner peace.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Yoga offers a powerful blend of physical strength, mental clarity, and stress relief—helping you build flexibility, enhance focus, and cultivate inner peace.

Disclaimer(s)

Exercise Class Disclaimer

This program requires physical activity. It is your responsibility to listen to your body and to know what is appropriate for your body and abilities.  By registering for this program attendees assume full responsibility for any risks or injuries which might incur as a result of participating in the program. Photos during the event may be taken by library staff and used by the Library.

Chef Knife Skills Library Chef

Chef Knife Skills with Library Chef

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:00pm
Online - Library Chef at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Master essential knife skills while prepping fresh ingredients for a delicious soup. Learn proper techniques, safe handling, and how to chop like a pro.

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

Master essential knife skills while prepping fresh ingredients for a delicious soup. Learn proper techniques, safe handling, and how to chop like a pro.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

Art Workshop for Adults: Mandala Painted Coasters

Adult Art Workshop: Mandala Magic--Painted Coaster Art

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Transform plain ceramic coasters into mini masterpieces! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Arts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Transform plain ceramic coasters into mini masterpieces! 

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. 

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Teen Book Bedazzling (Gr. 6+)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Special Event
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens

Stop by after school to use diamond art supplies to bedazzle a book cover! We will have books available, but feel free to bring your own (we think softcover will work best).

Open to grades 6+.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts, Special Event
Event Details:

Stop by after school to use diamond art supplies to bedazzle a book cover! We will have books available, but feel free to bring your own (we think softcover will work best).

Open to grades 6+.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

 

Comedy and tragedy masks in front of a stage.

Performing Arts Club (Grades 3-5)

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School

Act out plays with us! Do some improv! Low stress, lots of fun.

Open to kids in grades 3-5.

Drop in!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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

Act out plays with us! Do some improv! Low stress, lots of fun.

Open to 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. 

LTAB Jan 2026

Let's Talk About Books: Sea Stories: My Life in Special Operations

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Zoom at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Join Let's Talk About Books, a monthly book club that meets online via Zoom. The meeting is free and open to everyone interested, whether they have read the book or not.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Let's Talk About Books, a monthly book club that meets online via Zoom. The meeting is free and open to everyone interested, whether they have read the book or not.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual programs and link

Registration is required. Information on how to access the Zoom event will be emailed to you the day before the program.

Checkmate Champs 2026 Jan

Checkmate Champs Chess Club (Gr K-5)

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School

Grades K-5 

Learn chess with Livingston High School Chess Club!

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

Grades K-5 

Learn chess with Livingston High School Chess Club!

Disclaimer(s)

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. 

Understanding Annuities

Secure Your Retirement: Understanding Annuities

Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

With traditional defined benefit pensions becoming increasingly rare, most Americans rely on retirement savings vehicles like 401(k)s, IRAs, and other investments to fund their post-work years.

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

With traditional defined benefit pensions becoming increasingly rare, most Americans rely on retirement savings vehicles like 401(k)s, IRAs, and other investments to fund their post-work years.

Thrilling Tales

Thrilling Tales Book Club: A Flicker In The Dark by Stacy Willingham

Monday, January 12, 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.

Green background with images of beads and pots throughout

Teen Take and Make - Beaded Plant Charm (Gr. 6+)

01/12/2026 @ 3:00pm to 01/14/2026 @ 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 beaded plant charm made out of clay, beads, and wire! 

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 beaded plant charm made out of clay, beads, and wire! 

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.

read to a therapy dog! Image of dog prints. Jan 12th 6:30 to 7:30 for children in kindergarten and up

Paws to Read (Gr. K+)

Monday, January 12, 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. 

Upcoming
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)

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. 

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

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

An interactive program on riddles & puzzles

Can You Outsmart a Riddle?

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

Get ready to stretch your brain and challenge your assumptions in this lively, interactive session with Michael Czuchnicki,  full of clever riddles and surprising twists.

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

Get ready to stretch your brain and challenge your assumptions in this lively, interactive session with Michael Czuchnicki,  full of clever riddles and surprising twists.

ELL Basic Grammar Workshops

English Language Learner: Basic Grammar Workshop

Tuesday, January 13, 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

Upcoming
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

ELL Reading for Meaning

English Language Learner: Reading for Meaning

Tuesday, January 13, 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.

Upcoming
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.

LSC David Brooks

The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply with David Brooks

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - LSC at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply, in which he helps us pose essential qu

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

Join us for an online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply, in which he helps us pose essential qu

Brown tack board background, blueprints with the words of the program on it in tan. Images of different life events across the board.

Teen DIY Bulletin Boards (Gr 6+)

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens

Join us to ring in the new year with a new bulletin board!

Open to grades 6+.

Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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

Join us to ring in the new year with a new bulletin board!

Open to grades 6+.

Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

 

Banner advertising our screening of BUGONIA

Tuesday Night Movie: BUGONIA

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Come see Yorgos Lanthimos' BUGONIA 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 Yorgos Lanthimos' BUGONIA on the big screen in our program room!

Blocks on a yellow background.

Play & Learn (under 5 years old)

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Babies, Children, Pre-K

Toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers will enjoy playing and learning together!  Visit various stations that will help strengthen fine & gross motor skills, vocabulary and social awareness through games and activities.

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

Toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers will enjoy playing and learning together!  Visit various stations that will help strengthen fine & gross motor skills, vocabulary and social awareness through games and activities.

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.

ELL Beginner Book Group - In Person

English Language Learner Beginner Book Club - In Person

Wednesday, January 14, 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.

Upcoming
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.

Collage Creations. Grades K-5. Images of newspaper clippings and other photographs arranged haphazardly.

Collage Creations (Grades K-5)

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School

Come to this open-ended event to make creative collages! We will provide fun clippings, paper, scissors, glue, and tape. You just have to bring your imagination.

Open to children in grades K-5.

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

Come to this open-ended event to make creative collages! We will provide fun clippings, paper, scissors, glue, and tape. You just have to bring your imagination.

Open to children in grades K-5.

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. 

CBC Jan 2026

Cookbook Club: What Goes with What

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy cooking, sharing ideas, and kitchen tips, while enjoying great food?  Join the Livingston Public Library's Cookbook Club!  We meet once every other month to create recipes from a cookbook to share and discuss.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Enjoy cooking, sharing ideas, and kitchen tips, while enjoying great food?  Join the Livingston Public Library's Cookbook Club!  We meet once every other month to create recipes from a cookbook to share and discuss.

Disclaimer(s)

Cookbook Club

The Library is not responsible for dishes that may conflict with an individual’s food allergies. The Library will provide a copy of each recipe, along with the list of ingredients for each dish as provided by participants.

ELL Advanced Virtual Book Club

English Language Learners Advanced Virtual Book Club

Wednesday, January 14, 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.

Upcoming
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.

Butternut Squash Soup Library Chef

It’s Soup Time!!! Let’s Make Butternut Squash and Apple Soup with Library Chef

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:15pm
Online - Library Chef at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to make a velvety butternut squash and apple soup full of warm, cozy flavor. Learn simple tricks that make every bowl taste amazing.

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

Join us to make a velvety butternut squash and apple soup full of warm, cozy flavor. Learn simple tricks that make every bowl taste amazing.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

Banner advertising our screening of A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY

Thursday Matinee: A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come see Kogonada's A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY on the big screen in our program room!

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

Come see Kogonada's A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY on the big screen in our program room!