Upcoming Events

Filters
Age Group

Garden State Children's Book Award Online Voting

All Day 11/1 - 12/15
Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Every year, the Garden State Children's Book Award committee selects nominees from American children's literature based on literary merit.  Children choose the winners by reading and voting for their favorite book. The nominees are divided in...

Saturday Matinee Movie: OPPENHEIMER

1:30pm - 4:30pm
Movie
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:
Please be advised that the program room is currently experiencing cool temperatures, so we recommend bringing a sweater to ensure your comfort during the event. Come see Christopher Nolan's OPPENHEIMER on the big screen in our program room! J. ...

Take Home Craft: Hanukkah Craft

All Day 12/4 - 12/6
Take-Home Kit
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Take-Home Kit
Event Details:
Stop by the Children's 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.

Tech Class: Learning Libby

11:00am - 12:00pm
Technology, Workshop
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology, Workshop
Event Details:
Please join the Tech Department on Monday, December 4th to learn the basics of Libby. Libby is a free app where you can enjoy ebooks, digital audiobooks, and magazines from your public library. In this class, we will go over the basics of r...

Celebrating the Genius of Pablo Picasso

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Lecture
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:
Please note: This program will take place in the tech room (behind the reference desk) and space is limited. 2023 has marked the 50th anniversary of the death of Pablo Ruiz Picasso, the artistic genius born in Málaga, Spain at the beginning o...

ELL Watch and Write

1:00pm - 2:00pm
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: ELL Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Event Details:
English Language Learners will watch short films (3-5 minutes) as inspiration for writing. Learners will discuss the film and be given a writing prompt to complete. Students will be able to write a topic sentence, explain the guiding idea, give ...

Watercolor Painting & Meditating (Grades 6+)

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Creative Arts, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care
Event Details:
Gina will teach young artists 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 unique, beautiful paintings to take home. This class is a ...

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.

Watercolor Painting & Meditating (Grades 3-5)

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Creative Arts, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Creative Arts, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care
Event Details:
Gina will teach young artists 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 unique, beautiful paintings to take home. This class is a ...

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.

Local History Room Open House

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Other
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Stop by the Library's Local History Room between 7pm - 8pm for a quick tour and overview of the Library's print resources in the Local History Room and digital Local History Archive on the Library's website. Staff will be present to answer questions....

Adult Yoga Workshop: Open Flow Vinyasa Yoga

11:00am - 12:00pm
Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:
The practice of yoga is very beneficial to one’s physical and mental health. Just some of the possible benefits of regular practice yoga include: - increased strength, balance & muscle tone - improved concentration, flexibility and diges...

Disclaimer(s)

Yoga 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.

ELL Basic Grammar Class

1:00pm - 2:00pm
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: ELL Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
English Language Learner Basic English Grammar: English Language Learners will practice reading, writing, and listening to simple sentences. Foundational  English grammar concepts such as nouns, verbs, simple sentences, and compound sentences wi...

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 Puzzle Club (Gr. 6-12)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Creative Arts
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Common Area
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts
Event Details:
Drop in to work on a fun 3D puzzle with your peers! Open to grades 6-12. Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library. ...

Crafterwork

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Creative Arts
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Creative Arts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:
The Livingston Public Library would like to invite you to Crafterwork, a relaxing and stress-relieving arts and crafts workshop at the end of a busy workday. The program will be librarian-led and self-guided, and is geared towards those looking for a...

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. 

ELL Virtual Book Club

7:00pm - 8:00pm
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
ELL Virtual Book Group: English Language Learners will have an opportunity to read, discuss, and write about literature in a friendly, collaborative environment with a trained facilitator. Students will read a novel,  Al Capone Does My Shir...

Special Board Meeting

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Board Meeting
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Details:
The Livingston Public Library's Board of Trustees will have a special meeting on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 in the Library's Tech Room at 7 PM.  The monthly Tuesday, December 12, 2023 meeting will be held at the regular time of 7:30 PM. ...

Lee Miller: From Fashion Model to War Photographer

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Lecture
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:
Lee Miller was an American photographer who challenged her contemporary ideas of gender, beauty or age. Often recognized as  a model and a "muse" to several great artists, including Picasso, Man Ray, and Jean Cocteau, Miller was a fiercely indep...

Let's Talk About Books: Flight Behavior by Barbara Kingsolver

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Book Club
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Join Let's Talk About Books, a monthly book club that is currently meeting via Zoom.   The meeting is free and open to everyone interested, whether they have read the book or not. For our December meeting, we will be reading ...

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 Dungeons and Dragons (Gr. 6-12)

1:30pm - 4:00pm
Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:
Join us for Dungeons and Dragons. This event has limited space. Tickets will be available 30 minutes prior to program start at the Youth Services Desk. Open to Grades 6-12 only. ...

FRIENDS MEMBERS ONLY: Members Appreciation Social & Annual General Meeting

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Friends of the Livingston Public Library
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Friends of the Livingston Public Library
Event Details:
Friends members are invited to the Members Appreciation Social & Annual General Meeting on Sunday December 10, 2023 from 1:30 PM- 3PM General Business: 1:30pm-2pm Vivid Stage Cabaret: 2pm-3pm Doors are expected to open circa 1:15pm....

Take Home Craft: Christmas Craft

All Day 12/11 - 12/13
Take-Home Kit
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Take-Home Kit
Event Details:
Stop by the Children's Desk and pick up a take home Christmas 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.

Drop-in Adult Gaming

11:00am - 1:00pm
Other
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:
Join us from 11am - 1pm in the Library's program room for some fun and friendly gaming. Games such a checkers, chess, backgammon, playing cards, and chips will be provided but you are also welcome to bring your favorite game to play!    ...

Little Bookworms: Peculiar Penguins (Grades K-1)

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Storytime
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:
Join us for themed stories and songs for kindergarteners and first graders! This month, we are learning about peculiar penguins. Swim or waddle your way to the library to join us! 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.

Crime Time: VIRTUAL Book Club: Anne Perry and the Murder of the Century

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Book Club
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? Then join the Livingston Public Library for the brand new virtual book club, ...

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.

It's a Wonderful Life: The Box Office Flop That Became a Christmas Classic

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Lecture
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:
Please note: This program will take place in the tech room (behind the reference desk) and space is limited. When actor James Stewart and director Frank Capra returned from serving in WWII, they chose It’s a Wonderful Life to re-start their Hollyw...