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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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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

Scheming Wives and High-Stakes Hilarity with Author Sue Hincenbergs

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:

Buckle up for a wild ride and join us as we sit down for an online chat with debut author Sue Hincenbergs to discuss her novel The Retirement Plan, in which murder is the name of the game.

Steep & Sketch (Gr 5-8)

7:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Creative Arts
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts
Event Details:

Grades 5-8

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. 

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 Yoga Workshop: Open Flow Vinyasa Yoga

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Closed
Registration Required
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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.  Join the Livingston Public Library’s monthly yoga session and&nbsp

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.

Phyllo Dough: 3 Ways to Make Brie Bites with Library Chef

6:00pm–6:30pm
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:

Master the art of phyllo dough through three creative Brie bite techniques. Learn how to handle, shape, and bake phyllo with confidence for quick, flaky appetizers and more.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

Book Buddies (Grades K+)

6:30pm–7:15pm
Children, Elementary School
Special Event
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Grades K and up

Practice reading with your own Teen Mentor during a special session of Book Buddies! 

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. 

Let's Make Chocolate Truffles with Library Chef

7:00pm–7:45pm
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:

Celebrate national chocolate month....Lets Make Chocolate Truffles, a simple delicious treat, easy to make and bring to your holiday parties.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

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

Teen Packaged Perfect - A Wrapping Challenge (Gr. 6+)

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

Grades 6+

Think you can wrap anything? Put your creativity to the test in this fast-paced, fun group challenge! Teens will team up in groups of three to tackle a series of wrapping tasks, and the items aren’t exactly gift-wrap friendly.

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.

 

Tony Bennett: The Ultimate Interpreter of the American Songbook

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:

Tony Bennett, who passed away in July 2023 at the age of 96, left behind a legacy defined by 19 Grammy Awards and a career that spanned over seven decades.

Collage Creations (Grades K-5)

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

Sensory Social hour

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors, Teens
Creative Arts, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care
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 Craft: Hanukkah

All Day 12/8–12/10
Children
Take-Home Kit
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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 Hanukkah craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Disclaimer(s)

Crafts: While Supplies Last

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

From Book to Screen: The Greatest Film Adaptations of All Time

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:

Join author and pop culture historian Marty Gitlin for a lively and engaging look at some of the most iconic film adaptations ever made.

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

Online Shopping: Safe Practices

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Lecture, Technology, Workshop
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Lecture, Technology, Workshop
Event Details:

Learn how to shop online with confidence! This class covers smart strategies for spotting fake websites, recognizing common scams, using secure payment methods, and protecting your personal information.

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

POSTPONED: The Legacy of Julia Child's Kitchen with Author and Smithsonian Curator Paula J. Johnson

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:

This event has been postponed and is tentatively scheduled for August 4, 2026.

Friendship Bracelets (Grades 3 - 5)

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

Join us as we make dazzling bracelets that you can show off to or share with your friends! Materials will be provided along with instructions and step by step guidance. Beginners welcome; don't be afraid to ask questions!

 

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.

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.

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: Twinkle Treasures--Decorate Holiday Ornaments

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:

Add a touch of sparkle and elegance to your holiday décor with custom, hand-painted glass ornaments.

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. 

Card Making (Grades K-5)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary School
Creative Arts
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Creative Arts
Event Details:

Write letters to family and friends! We’ll supply the materials. For kids in grades K-5. Drop in!

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.