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Take Home Juneteenth craft, Recommended for ages 3 and up starting June 16th while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Take Home Craft: Juneteenth

All Day 6/16 - 6/18
Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Children
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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 Juneteenth craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Thrilling Tales

Thrilling Tales Book Discussion: How To Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors
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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.

Vintage Views of NJ

Vintage Views of New Jersey

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Lecture

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:

Enjoy some vintage views of New Jersey in art and photography, that combine artworks curated from engravings, 

paintings and photographs found in museums and the Library of Congress.

Crafterwork

Crafterwork

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Creative Arts, Workshop

Age Group:

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

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

Understanding Memory Loss

Understanding Memory Loss

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Lecture

Age Group:

Adults
Register Now
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with Alzheimer's or another dementia.

Secrets of good Family law agreements

Secrets of Good Agreements: From Prenups to Divorce

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Lecture

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:

Good agreements in family law are incredibly important because they provide clarity, reduce conflict, and offer protection for all parties involved.

Father's Day Family Game Day

Father's Day Family Game Day

Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Everyone, Family
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Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Everyone, Family
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Celebrate the father figures in your life by joining us for a special Father's Day Family Game Day on Sunday, June 22nd from 2pm to 4pm. Hang out and play some of our board games!

A Talk on Artist Andy Warhol

Andy Warhol: A Singular Sensation

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Lecture

Age Group:

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

Few American artists have left as indelible a mark on modern culture, and are as celebrated and notorious as Andy Warhol. 

Crafternoon

Crafternoon

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Common Area at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Creative Arts

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors
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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.

Take Home Legend the Llama puppet craft, Recommended for ages 3 and up starting June 30th while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Take Home Craft: Legend the Llama Puppet

All Day 6/30 - 7/2
Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Children
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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 Legend the Llama puppet craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

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Cookbook Club: The Mediterranean Dish: Simply Dinner

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

Do you enjoy cooking, sharing ideas, and kitchen tips, while enjoying great food?  Join the Livingston Public Library's Cookbook Club!  We meet once every other month to create recipes from a cookbook to share and discuss.

Disclaimer(s)

Cookbook Club

The Library is not responsible for dishes that may conflict with an individual’s food allergies. The Library will provide a copy of each recipe, along with the list of ingredients for each dish as provided by participants.

Bouncy Babies: A Lapsit Storytime

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.

Discerning the Truth with Marie Lu (9th-12th Grade)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary School
Special Event
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - LSC
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Explore the intricate world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and reveal hidden secrets.

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. 

Eat the Rainbow: A Tool to Help Kids Eat Plant-Based Foods

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Children, Elementary School, Family, Middle School, Pre-K, Teens
Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Children, Elementary School, Family, Middle School, Pre-K, Teens
Program Type: Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Event Details:

Recommended for ages 3-11 and their families, although all are welcome

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.

Friday Matinee: HARD TRUTHS

2:00pm–3:45pm
Adults, Seniors
Movie
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Come see Mike Leigh's HARD TRUTHS on the big screen in our program room!

Tiny Art Show 2025

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

The Livingston Public Library would like to invite you to our Tiny Art Show, back by popular demand! Join us at 11am on Saturday, July 19th to paint on a 4”X4” mini canvas.

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 Taskmaster (Gr 6+)

2:30pm–3:30pm
Middle School, Teens
Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Join us for this gameshow type program emulated after the hit show "Taskmaster."

Open to 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.

 

Teen Take and Make - Puffy Paint Notebook (Gr 6+)

07/21/2025 @ 3:00pm–07/23/2025 @ 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:

Stop by the Young Adult desk to grab a take home kit!

Open to grades 6+.

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.

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.

Adult Paint Night: Paint a Colorful Summer Landscape

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Creative Arts, Workshop
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Arts, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating summer and all the color and joy it brings.

Learn along with our instructor, Sandra Charlap, step by step, and create a stunning acrylic painting depicting a vibrant summer landscape.

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. 

Crime Time: Cape May Court House: A Death in the Night

7:00pm–9:00pm
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:

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?

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.

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.

Watercolor Painting and Meditation (Gr K-4)

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

Grades K-4

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. 

Watercolor Painting and Meditation (Gr 5-8)

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

Grades 5-8

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. 

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.

 

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.

Illuminating Hope and Grace in the Face of Hardship with Rex Ogle (5th-8th Grade)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary School
Special Event
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - LSC
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

You’re invited to join us online with award-winning author Rex Ogle as he talks to viewers about his struggles to navigate sixth grade as written about in his book Free Lunch.

Makers of History: Disability Pride Month (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)

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.

Teen "Nailed It" (Gr 6+)

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

Modelled after the popular Netflix show, join us to attempt to recreate a predefined dessert!

Open to 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.

 

Grilling for Health: Anti-Inflammatory Foods on the Grill

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

Celebrate National Grilling Month with a sizzling session led by Library Chef's guest nutritionist.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

Bouncy Babies: A Lapsit Storytime

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.

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, July 24th 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.

Disclaimer(s)

Crafts: While Supplies Last

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

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. 

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.