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The Science of Art. Mondays in July. 4:00-5:00PM. Grades 3-5. Image of science beakers on a paint-splattered background.

The Science of Art (Grades 3-5)

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School
Event Details:

Learn how to Color Our World... with science! Learn about how people create paint colors, restore old paintings, and more! Children entering grades 3-5 in September 2025 can take p...

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

Learn how to Color Our World... with science! Learn about how people create paint colors, restore old paintings, and more! Children entering grades 3-5 in September 2025 can take part in fun experiments. Perfect for art and/or science lovers!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Adult Paint Night--Summer Landscape

Adult Paint Night: Paint a Colorful Summer Landscape

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating summer and all the color and joy it brings.Learn along with our instructor, Sandra Charlap, step by step, and create a stunning acrylic painting depicting a ...

Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Arts, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating summer and all the color and joy it brings.

Learn along with our instructor, Sandra Charlap, step by step, and create a stunning acrylic painting depicting a vibrant summer landscape.

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. 

Crime Time 2025 July

Crime Time: Cape May Court House: A Death in the Night

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Zoom at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Can’t get enough of the true crime genre? Looking for something to do after binging shows like Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez, McMillions and The Vow? Then join the Liv...

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

Can’t get enough of the true crime genre? Looking for something to do after binging shows like Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez, McMillions and The Vow?

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.

Watercolor Painting & Meditation

Watercolor Painting and Meditation (Gr 5-8)

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School, Middle School
Event Details:

Grades 5-8Learn how experimenting with watercolor painting can help calm your mind. The class begins with a 5 minute meditation, then participants will learn to create their own un...

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

Grades 5-8

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. 

Makers of History: STEM activities inspired by famous figures. Mon, Mar 3rd. 4:00 - 5:00 PM. Grades K-5. Celebrating Disability Pride Month. Image of gears.

Makers of History: Disability Pride Month (Grades K-5)

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School
Event Details:

Makers of History is a series where we engage in STEM activities inspired by famous figures.In our interactive sessions, we will learn about famous trailblazers and make our own cr...

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)

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.

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Teen "Nailed It" (Gr 6+)

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Modelled after the popular Netflix show, join us to attempt to recreate a predefined dessert!Open to grades 6+.Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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

Modelled after the popular Netflix show, join us to attempt to recreate a predefined dessert!

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.

 

Bookish Vibes

Bookish Vibes Book Club and Author Visit with Kristina McMorris

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you an avid reader looking to discuss contemporary fiction, trending titles, and popular authors?  If so, our Bookish Vibes book group is for you!  Join us this month...

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

Are you an avid reader looking to discuss contemporary fiction, trending titles, and popular authors?  If so, our Bookish Vibes book group is for you!  Join us this month as we discuss "Sold on a Monday" by Kristina McMorris, who w

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.

Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Common Area at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us at Livingston Public Library on Thursday, July 24th in the adult seating area from 12pm to 1pm for a quick, drop-in afternoon craft! No registration required, just stop by ...

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Common Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Creative Arts
Event Details:

Join us at Livingston Public Library on Thursday, July 24th in the adult seating area from 12pm to 1pm for a quick, drop-in afternoon craft! No registration required, just stop by and create a fun and easy craft to take home.

Disclaimer(s)

Crafts: While Supplies Last

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

The Science of Art. Mondays in July. 4:00-5:00PM. Grades 3-5. Image of science beakers on a paint-splattered background.

The Science of Art (Grades 3-5)

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School
Event Details:

Learn how to Color Our World... with science! Learn about how people create paint colors, restore old paintings, and more! Children entering grades 3-5 in September 2025 can take p...

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

Learn how to Color Our World... with science! Learn about how people create paint colors, restore old paintings, and more! Children entering grades 3-5 in September 2025 can take part in fun experiments. Perfect for art and/or science lovers!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Recycled jar reading lights. Tue, July 29. 4 - 5:30 PM. grades K-5. Dress for mess!

Recycled Jar Reading Lights (Grades K-5)

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Youth Services Terrace at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School
Event Details:

Event will be either under a tent on the Youth Services Terrace or in the Program Room.Use Modge Podge, tissue paper, and more to create colorful jars. You'll get flameless candles...

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

Event will be either under a tent on the Youth Services Terrace or in the Program Room.

Use Modge Podge, tissue paper, and more to create colorful jars. You'll get flameless candles to put inside them.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Performing Arts Club. Wednesdays. July 9, 16, 30. 4:00 PM. Grades 3-5. Image of comedy and tragedy masks on a stage.

Performing Arts Club (Grades 3-5)

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School
Event Details:

Act out plays with us! Do some improv! Low stress, lots of fun.Open to kids entering grades 3-5 in Fall 2025.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 entering grades 3-5 in Fall 2025.

Drop in!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Livi Cares

Livi Cares: Pet Blankets for Mt. Pleasant Animal Shelter

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Livingston Public Library invites you to join Livi Cares: our Adult Volunteer Club on Friday, August 1st 2025 from 11am - 12pm, where we will be putting our crafty skills to go...

Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Creative Arts, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

The Livingston Public Library invites you to join Livi Cares: our Adult Volunteer Club on Friday, August 1st 2025 from 11am - 12pm, where we will be putting our crafty skills to good use by creating pet blankets that will be donate

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 S'more Movies (Gr 6+)

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Join us to watch a movie and eat s'mores! Movie will be determined by vote.Open to grades 6+.Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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

Join us to watch a movie and eat s'mores! Movie will be determined by vote.

Open to grades 6+.

Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Programs

The following program will serve food and/or beverages. The Library is not responsible for individual food allergies.  If there is a concern, we strongly suggest bringing your own snack and/or lunch.

Sensory Inclusive Storytime

Sensory Inclusive Storytime

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Story Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School, Family, Teens
Event Details:

For ages 5 and up.An inclusive, interactive, engaging & fun program with stories, sign language, music, movement & crafts in a neurodiversity affirming setting for children...

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

For ages 5 and up.

An inclusive, interactive, engaging & fun program with stories, sign language, music, movement & crafts in a neurodiversity affirming setting for children of all abilities and their caregivers.

 

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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The Pop-up: Social Hour

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The once a month Pop-Up event is a great chance to meet and connect with new people in a relaxed environment. Join us on August 2nd from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM for our social hour. L...

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

The once a month Pop-Up event is a great chance to meet and connect with new people in a relaxed environment. Join us on August 2nd from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM for our social hour. Light snacks and refreshments will be served.

Banner advertising our performance by Workingman's Jed

Music Matters: Workingman's Jed

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Seniors
Event Details:

The August 2025 edition of our "Music Matters" concert series features local band Workingman's Jed.The members of Workingman's Jed share a common love for the Grateful Dead’s music...

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Family, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Performance
Event Details:

The August 2025 edition of our "Music Matters" concert series features local band Workingman's Jed.

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Teen Kindness Rock Painting (Gr 6+)

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Join us to paint kindness rocks for distribution around town!Grades 6+Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library 

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

Join us to paint kindness rocks for distribution around town!

Grades 6+

Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library

 

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Weekend Movie

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come see a recently-released movie on the big screen in our program room!This screening is free and open to the public, with no registration required.Free popcorn will be served (w...

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

Come see a recently-released movie on the big screen in our program room!

This screening is free and open to the public, with no registration required.

Free popcorn will be served (while supplies last).

Board of Trustees Meeting (optional)

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
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.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
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.

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Teen Escape Room (Gr 6+)

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 4:30pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Everyone, Family, Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Register for our Escape Room! Please register only 1 person, your group leader. For example, you may register as "Jason's Group". Registered parties will be emailed with their...

Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Everyone, Family, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Register for our Escape Room! 

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. 

Thrilling Tales

Thrilling Tales Book Club: Magpie Murders by Anthony Horowitz

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
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. Enjoy reading and discuss...

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.

Teen Take and Make - DIY Trinket Basket (Gr 6+)

08/18/2025 @ 3:00pm to 08/20/2025 @ 6:00pm
Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Stop by the Young Adult desk to grab a take home kit!Open to grades 6+.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:

Stop by the Young Adult desk to grab a take home kit!

Open to grades 6+.

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.

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Tuesday Night Movie

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come see a recently-released movie on the big screen in our program room!This screening is free and open to the public, with no registration required.Free popcorn will be served (w...

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

Come see a recently-released movie on the big screen in our program room!

This screening is free and open to the public, with no registration required.

Free popcorn will be served (while supplies last).

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Thursday Matinee

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come see a recently-released movie on the big screen in our program room!This screening is free and open to the public, with no registration required.Free popcorn will be served (w...

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

Come see a recently-released movie on the big screen in our program room!

This screening is free and open to the public, with no registration required.

Free popcorn will be served (while supplies last).