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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.

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.

 

CLOSED: Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

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

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.

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.

Selling Baseball: A Book Talk with Author Jeffrey Orens

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Adults
Lecture
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program 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.

Board of Trustees Meeting (optional)

7:30pm - 9:00pm
Adults
Board Meeting
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.

Adult Yoga Workshop: Open Flow Vinyasa Yoga

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
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: 40
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)

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.

Performing Arts Club (Grades 3-5)

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:

Act out plays with us! Do some improv! Low stress, lots of fun.

Open to kids entering grades 3-5 in Fall 2025.

Drop in!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Mindful Mandalas: Art and Meditation on Wood

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

Step into the world of creativity & calm in our Mindful Mandala workshop! 

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. 

Jane Austen Tea Party

11:00am - 1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Special Event
Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Join us at the Livingston Public Library on Friday, July 11th from 11am to 1pm for a Jane Austen inspired tea party in honor of her 250th birthday. We will start with a waltz lesson and then discuss her works while enjoying te

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. 

Food Programs

The following program will serve food and/or beverages. The Library is not responsible for individual food allergies.  If there is a concern, we strongly suggest bringing your own snack and/or lunch.

Let's Talk About Books: Titles selections for 2025-2026

12:45pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:

Join Let's Talk About Books, a monthly book club. The meeting is free and open to everyone interested, whether they have read the book or not.

For our July meeting we will be selecting titles for the 2025-2026 season.

Saturday Matinee: DOG MAN

1:30pm - 3:15pm
Children, Everyone, Family
Movie
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Everyone, Family
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Come see DOG MAN on the big screen in our program room!

Thrilling Tales Book Club: A Study in Scarlet by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Club
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.

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.

Exploring the East: Discover the Beauty of Japan and Mongolia

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

Join professional traveler Chris McCormack as he takes you on a journey exploring two fascinating countries in East Asia–Japan and Mongolia.

Lego Build Masters (Gr 3-5)

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children
Creative Arts
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Creative Arts
Event Details:

Join a teen mentor to build the best creation imaginable!

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.

 

Tuesday Night Movie

6:30pm - 8:45pm
Adults
Movie
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Come see a recently-released movie on the big screen in our program room!

This screening is free and open to the public, with no registration required.

Free popcorn will be served (while supplies last).

Performing Arts Club (Grades 3-5)

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:

Act out plays with us! Do some improv! Low stress, lots of fun.

Open to kids entering grades 3-5 in Fall 2025.

Drop in!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Cookbook Club: The Mediterranean Dish: Simply Dinner

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.

Friday Matinee

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Movie
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Come see a recently-released movie on the big screen in our program room!

This screening is free and open to the public, with no registration required.

Free popcorn will be served (while supplies last).

Tiny Art Show 2025

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Creative Arts, Special Event
Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Creative Arts, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
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 Taskmasters (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.