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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
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
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.

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
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

Chinese English Bilingual Storytime. 中英雙語故事. Feb 12th 4pm. For ages 2-5.

Chinese English Bilingual Storytime

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

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

Children, ages 2-5 year old, and their caregivers can learn and enjoy stories and songs in Chinese and English. 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Cookie Decorating Workshop

Cookie Decorating Workshop

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Special Event

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind and get creative at the Livingston Public Library's Cookie Decorating Workshop on Friday, February 13th at 11am. Enjoy decorating cookies with icing and festive toppings in a relaxed, social setting.

Take Home Lunar New Year craft, Recommended for ages 3 and up starting February 17th while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Take Home Craft: Lunar New Year

All Day 2/17 - 2/19
Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Take-Home Kit
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Desk and pick up a take home Lunar New Year craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Adult Collage Workshop: Blooms with Paper and Paint

Collage Blooms: Floral Art with Paper & Paint

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Creative Arts, Workshop

Age Group:

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

Celebrate the season of love and flowers with a creative collage workshop! '

Participants will design a colorful vase of blooms on canvas using papers, paint, and glue. 

America's Quirkiest Roadside Attractions

VIRTUAL Quirky Landmarks: The Curious History of America’s Roadside Attractions

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Zoom at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Lecture

Age Group:

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

Ever slept in a wigwam, snapped a selfie with Paul Bunyan, or wandered into the jaws of a giant alligator?

An Overview of Lung Cancer

Understanding Lung Cancer: An Overview and the Role of Robotic Bronchoscopy

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Health & Wellness, Lecture

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership, Health & Wellness, Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Lung cancer is one of the most common and deadliest cancers worldwide, often diagnosed at later stages when treatment options are more limited. 

Take Home Ramadan craft, Recommended for ages 3 and up starting February 23rd while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Take Home Craft: Ramadan

All Day 2/23 - 2/25
Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Take-Home Kit
Event Details:

Stop by the Youth Services Desk and pick up a take home Ramadan craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

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Youth Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 12/22–2/20
Babies, Children, Elementary School, Pre-K
Special Event
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

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

2:00pm–3:15pm
Adults
Lecture
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 Book Club: Girls With Bright Futures by Tracy Dobmeier

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Club
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 & Make - Mug Cozy Craft (Gr. 6+)

02/09/2026 @ 3:00pm–02/11/2026 @ 6:00pm
Middle School, Teens
Creative Arts, Take-Home Kit
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.

Story Coders Gr 2-3

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary School
STEAM/STEM
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. 

Paws to Read (Gr. K+)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Elementary School
Community Partnership, Special Event
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. 

A Look at Black History Through Jazz

7:00pm–8:15pm
Adults
Lecture
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.

Toddler Time (Ages 1-2)

10:15am–10:45am
Babies, Children, Family
Storytime
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. 

Toddler Time (Ages 1-2)

11:00am–11:30am
Babies, Children, Family
Storytime
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.

 

English Language Learner: Basic Grammar Workshop

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
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. 

English Language Learner: Reading for Meaning

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
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 (Grades 3-5)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary School
Creative Arts
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. 

Tuesday Night Movie: ROOFMAN

6:30pm–8:45pm
Adults
Movie
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 Storytime (Ages 3-5)

10:15am–10:45am
Children, Family, Pre-K
Storytime
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. 

English Language Learner Beginner Book Club - In Person

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
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 Storytime (ages 3-5)

11:00am–11:30am
Children, Pre-K
Storytime
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: Solubility in Action! (Grades K-5)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary School
Creative Arts, STEAM/STEM
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. 

English Language Learners Advanced Virtual Book Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
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 over Creamy Polenta with Sage Lemon Brown Butter with Library Chef

7:30pm–8:15pm
Adults
Special Event
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

7:30pm–8:30pm
Board Meeting
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

10:15am–10:45am
Babies, Children
Storytime
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.

 

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

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Special Event
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - LSC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Feminist philosopher Dr.

Thursday Matinee: WICKED: FOR GOOD

2:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Everyone, Family, Seniors
Movie
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!

Chinese English Bilingual Storytime

4:00pm–4:30pm
Children, Elementary School, Pre-K
Storytime
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Children, ages 2-5 year old, and their caregivers can learn and enjoy stories and songs in Chinese and English. 

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.

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.