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Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Creative Arts, Workshop

Age Group:

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

Join us at Livingston Public Library on Thursday, December 18th in the Program Room 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.

Take Home Kwanzaa craft, Recommended for ages 3 and up starting December 22nd while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Take Home Craft: Kwanzaa

All Day 12/22 - 12/23
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 Kwanzaa craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Crafterwork

Crafterwork - Snowman Hot Chocolate Bombs

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Creative Arts

Age Group:

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

Join us for Crafterwork, a relaxing and stress-relieving arts and crafts workshop at the end of a busy workday.

Take Home Kwanzaa craft, Recommended for ages 3 and up starting December 22nd while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Take Home Craft: Kwanzaa

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
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 Kwanzaa craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Take Home New Year's Eve craft, Recommended for ages 3 and up starting December 29th while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Take Home Craft: New Year's Eve

All Day 12/29 - 12/30
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 New Year's Eve craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Take Home New Year's Eve craft, Recommended for ages 3 and up starting December 29th while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Take Home Craft: New Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
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 New Year's Eve craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Sensory Social Hour

Sensory Social Hour

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Creative Arts, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Workshop

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors, Teens
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Workshop
Event Details:

The Livingston Public Library presents Sensory Social Hour, a drop-in program for teens and adults with sensory sensitivities, developmental disabilities, or those who prefer a calm and structured environment.

Take Home Muslim Heritage Month craft, Recommended for ages 3 and up starting January 5th while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Take Home Craft: Muslim Heritage Month

All Day 1/5 - 1/7
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 Muslim Heritage Month craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

The Most Influential Cookbooks in America

VIRTUAL Stirring Up History: The Cookbooks That Shaped America’s Kitchen

Monday, January 5, 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:

Cookbooks have existed as long as our nation has.  Among the thousands of American cookbooks published over the past 250 years, a group of them have not only sold well but also profoundly influenced how we cook and eat. 

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Fun Fall Yoga (Grades 5 and under)

4:00pm–4:45pm
Children, Elementary School
Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Special Event
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Event Details:

Grades 5 and under

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. 

Breathwork Basics with Library Chef

7:30pm–8:00pm
Adults
Special Event
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - Library Chef
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Discover how easy breathing techniques can help you release stress, sharpen focus, and boost overall well-being. Join us for a relaxing, insightful session suitable for everyone.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

Board of Trustees Meeting

7:30pm–9:00pm
Adults
Board Meeting
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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.

Toddler Time (ages 1-2 years old)

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children, Family
Storytime
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies, Children, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Designed for children ages 1-2 years old.

Storytime with books, songs, and American Sign Language.

Please drop in! Registration is not required.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

 

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.

English Language Learner Level 1 Beginner Book Club

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Open
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: ELL Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

In Person Level 1 Beginner Book Club

Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 - 7 sessions, Starts October 29

Adult Art Workshop: Crafted Cheer--Make Parchment Holiday Cards

11:00am–12:30pm
Adults
Creative Arts, Workshop
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Arts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create beautifully delicate holiday cards using the timeless art of parchment craft — a technique that transforms paper into lace-like designs using only hand tools and your creativity.

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. 

Teen Spaceship STEAM Challenge (Gr. 6+)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Middle School, Teens
STEAM/STEM
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Grades 6+

Learn all about rockets and what makes them work in this exciting hands-on challenge, perfect for teens who love science, art, engineering, or building cool stuff. 

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.

 

English Language Learner Level 2 Advanced Book Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Open
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Advanced Level 2 Virtual Book Club

Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:00pm - 7 sessions, Starts October 29

Bouncy Babies: A Lapsit Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Babies, Children
Storytime
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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.

Eco Crafting

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Creative Arts, Workshop
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Creative Arts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us at the Livingston Public Library for Eco Crafting and get creative while being kind to the planet!

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. 

Crafts: While Supplies Last

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

codergals (Gr. 3-5)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary School
Community Partnership, STEAM/STEM, Technology
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Community Partnership, STEAM/STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

The codergals Initiative aims to teach elementary school girls from 3rd grade to 5th grade about coding, empowering them with valuable skills in the ever-growing field of technology.

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. 

Performing Arts Club (Grades 3-5)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Elementary School
Creative Arts
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story 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)

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.

Thanksgiving Table

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Everyone, Seniors
Lecture
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone, Seniors
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:

Homemade dishes, conversations filled with gratitude, and beautiful tablescapes make Thanksgiving a cherished celebration. In the days leading up to the holiday, pick up tips and techniques that will help you prepare for the h

The Search for Truth and the Persistence of Love Across Time with Novelist Amanda Peters

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Special Event
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - LSC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Join us in an online conversation with acclaimed writer Amanda Peters as we discuss her instant bestselling novel, The Berry Pickers, as well as her tender short fiction collection, Waiting

Let's Talk About Books: The Lies I Tell

12:30pm–2:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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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.

Teen NaNoWriMo (Gr 6+)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Middle School, Teens
Creative Arts, Workshop
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts, Workshop
Event Details:

Celebrate National Novel Writing Month! We will do a warm up, have free time to write and have time to present (optional) to the group!

Open to Gr 6+.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

Shakespeare At The Library

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Elementary School, Everyone, Family, Middle School, Seniors, Teens
Community Partnership, Performance
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Elementary School, Everyone, Family, Middle School, Seniors, Teens
Program Type: Community Partnership, Performance
Event Details:

Join us for Shakespeare At The Library on Sunday, November 16th at 2pm when the award-winning LHS Theatre Club will be performing selections from their upcoming production of MACBETH.

Teen Take and Make - 3D Card Craft (Gr 6+)

11/17/2025 @ 3:00pm–11/19/2025 @ 6:00pm
Middle School, Teens
Creative Arts, Take-Home Kit
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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 3D card craft. 

Feel free to create your own design or follow our jellyfish-themed card tutorial!

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 K-Gr 1

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary School
STEAM/STEM
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Children in Kindergarten - Grade 1 will be introduced to basic coding concepts through off-screen and on-screen activities.  

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston 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.

 

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.

From Sinai to Seinfeld: The Rise of Jewish Comedians in American Culture

7:00pm–8:15pm
Adults
Lecture
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:

Were Jews always known for their sense of humor? For much of history, they were often perceived—especially by their non-Jewish neighbors—as somber or serious.

Little Listeners Storytime (Ages 2-5)

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Family, Pre-K
Storytime
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Parents, caregivers, and children ages 2-5 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.

English Language Learner: Basic Grammar Workshop

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Open
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: ELL Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Basic Grammar Workshop - In Person

Tuesdays 11:00 - 12:00 7 sessions, Starts October 28

English Language Learner: Reading for Meaning

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Open
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: ELL Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

*NEW CLASS* Reading For Meaning - In Person

Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:00 -  7 sessions, Starts October 28

Unlock the Secret Language of Connection with Supercommunicator Charles Duhigg

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

Get yourself primed for the holiday season and join us for an online conversation you won't want to miss!