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English Language Learner Beginner Book Club - In Person

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

ELL Beginner Book Group - In Person: English Language Learners will have an opportunity to read, discuss, and write about literature in a friendly, collaborative environment with a trained facilitator.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

"Writing Down the Bones" Workshop with The Writers Circle

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

Explore your writing through prompts, exercises and meditations drawn from Natalie Goldberg’s Writing Down the Bones. Generative exercises will inspire writers to reconnect with their creative self, challenge them

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Bubble Fun Reading Run Summer Kickoff Event on the Oval

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Babies, Children, Elementary School, Everyone, Family, Middle School, Pre-K, Seniors, Teens
Special Event
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Livingston's Oval
Age Group: Adults, Babies, Children, Elementary School, Everyone, Family, Middle School, Pre-K, Seniors, Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Everyone is invited to join the Livingston Public Library, Livingston's Mayor Wellness Campaign, and the West Essex Y for a Bubble Fun Reading Run!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Bookish Vibes Book Club and Author Visit with Patti Callahan Henry

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Livingston Public Library invites you to join us on Wednesday, June 25th at 7pm for our virtual Bookish Vibes book club, where we will be discussing The Secret Book of Flora Lee by Patti C

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.

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Crafternoon

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Creative Arts
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, June 26th 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.

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Crafts: While Supplies Last

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

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Thursday Matinee: NICKEL BOYS

2:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Movie
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Come see RaMell Ross' NICKEL BOYS on the big screen in our program room!

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Senior Happening: Rhonda Denet Present's Ladies of Motown

1:00pm–2:00pm
Seniors
Performance
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Livingston Public Library invites the public to the Senior Happening series on Friday, June 27th when Rhonda Denet will present "Ladies of Motown. This performance features an extraordinary collection of fit songs that sho

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Saturday Matinee: NICKEL BOYS

1:30pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Movie
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Come see RaMell Ross' NICKEL BOYS on the big screen in our program room!

This event is in the "Children" group

Take Home Craft: Legend the Llama Puppet

All Day 6/30–7/2
Children
Take-Home Kit
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 Legend the Llama puppet 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Seniors" group

Talk to Your Tech: Intro to Voice Assistants

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

Learn how to use voice assistants like Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant to simplify everyday tasks. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll discover how to ask questions, set reminders, play music, check the weather, and more—just by speaking.

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Boston: The Freedom Trail

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

As we approach the celebration of Independence Day, there's no better place to reflect on the birth of our nation than in Boston—the heart of America's revolutionary history. 

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Toddler Time (ages 1-2 years old)

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

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DIY Mini Art Journals (Gr 5+)

6:30pm–8:00pm
Children, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Creative Arts
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts
Event Details:

Grades 5+

Create your own mini art journal to use all summer long to record all of your art adventures!

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. 

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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Little Listeners Storytime (Ages 2-5)

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Family, Pre-K
Storytime
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story 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.

 

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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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This event is in the "Everyone" group
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Reading of the Declaration of Independence

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Everyone, Family, Seniors
Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone, Family, Seniors
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

The Livingston Public Library invites you to join us on Wednesday, July 2nd, at 2:00 PM for a special event in honor of Independence Day.

This event is in the "Middle School" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Tie Dye (Gr 6+)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Middle School, Teens
Creative Arts, Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us to tie dye tote bags!

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.

 

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Bouncy Babies: A Lapsit Storytime (11 mos and under)

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

For babies 11 months and younger

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.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

Book Buddies

4:30pm–5:15pm
Children, Elementary School
Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Grades K and up

Emerging readers pair up with trained Teen Mentors to practice reading and help increase sight word recognition and vocabulary. 

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. 

Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 10 AM.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Pop-up: Social Hour

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Special Event
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 July 5th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM for our social hour. Light snacks and refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group

The Science of Art (Grades 3-5)

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:

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.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Elementary School" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Pre-K" group

Family Concert: Ants on a Log

6:30pm–7:30pm
Babies, Children, Elementary School, Family, Pre-K
Creative Arts, Performance, Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Babies, Children, Elementary School, Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Creative Arts, Performance, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us for a fun concert full of humor and harmony!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:

The nineteenth century was a time of rapid growth and development for the game of "base ball," and players George Wright and Albert Spalding were right in the thick of it.

This event is in the "Babies" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Family" group

Toddler Time (ages 1-2 years old)

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