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On Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience in Virtual Conversation with Jason Reynolds

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online - LSC at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Join us in an online conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - LSC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Join us in an online conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

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

Poetry Club (Grades 3-5)

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School

April is Poetry Month, so be sure to join us for Poetry Club! Complete fun prompts and write some lovely poetry with us.

This program is made possible by the generosity of the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Creative Arts
Event Details:

April is Poetry Month, so be sure to join us for Poetry Club! Complete fun prompts and write some lovely poetry with us.

This program is made possible by the generosity of 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.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Artists' Eyes on the American Revolution: Gilbert Stuart, Portraitist of the Founding Fathers

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

This illustrated lecture, presented in celebration of America250, traces the artistic career of Gilbert Stuart (1755–1828), one of the most influential portrait painters in American history. 

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

This illustrated lecture, presented in celebration of America250, traces the artistic career of Gilbert Stuart (1755–1828), one of the most influential portrait painters in American history. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Take Home Craft: Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AANHPI)

All Day 5/4 - 5/6
Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Children

Stop by the Youth Services Desk and pick up a take home Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

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 Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

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

Paws to Read (Gr. K+)

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Story Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School

Children in grades K+, emerging readers, - come read to a therapy dog!

Recommended to help build confidence and encourage the joy of reading. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Community Partnership, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Children in grades K+, emerging readers, - come read to a therapy dog!

Recommended to help build confidence and encourage the joy of reading. 

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. 

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

Finding Calm: Practical Tools for Managing Stress and Anxiety

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

Stress and anxiety are a part of modern life—but when left unchecked, they can take a real toll on both mental and physical health.

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

Stress and anxiety are a part of modern life—but when left unchecked, they can take a real toll on both mental and physical health.

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

Steep & Sketch (Gr 5-8)

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School, Middle School, Teens

Grades 5-8

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Five Steps to Getting Organized: Practical Strategies for Real Life

Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

Getting organized isn’t about perfection — it’s about creating systems that actually work for you.

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

Getting organized isn’t about perfection — it’s about creating systems that actually work for you.

This event is in the "Adults" group

On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love with Marjan Kamali

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online - LSC at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehr

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - LSC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehr

This event is in the "Adults" group

Let's Talk About Books: The Secrets We Kept

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Zoom at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

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

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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.

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

Thrilling Tales Book Club: The Wife, the Maid, and the Mistress by Ariel Lawhon

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

*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.

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.

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

Chinese English Bilingual Storytime

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School, Pre-K

Children, ages 2-5 year old, and their caregivers can learn and enjoy stories and songs in Chinese and English. 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Children, ages 2-5 year old, and their caregivers can learn and enjoy stories and songs in Chinese and English. 

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.

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself) with Dr. Vivienne Ming

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - LSC at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - LSC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cookbook Club: Seriously, So Good

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Seniors" group

Senior Happening: Stephen Fuller Presents "Expressions of the Heart"

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Seniors

The Livingston Public Library invites the public to join us for a Senior Happening performance on Friday, May 15th at 1pm where Stephen Fuller will present “Expressions of the Heart.” Vocalist Stephen Fuller and his fantastic

Upcoming
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 join us for a Senior Happening performance on Friday, May 15th at 1pm where Stephen Fuller will present “Expressions of the Heart.” Vocalist Stephen Fuller and his fantastic

This event is in the "Adults" group

Saturday Matinee: MARTY SUPREME

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Come see Josh Safdie's MARTY SUPREME on the big screen in our program room!

Marty Mauser (Timothée Chalamet), a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness.

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

Come see Josh Safdie's MARTY SUPREME on the big screen in our program room!

Marty Mauser (Timothée Chalamet), a young man with a dream no one respects, goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness.

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

Music Matters: Yang Jin with the Flying Strings Youth Ensemble

Sunday, May 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Seniors

The May 2026 edition of our "Music Matters" concert series features Yang Jin with the Flying Strings Youth Ensemble.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Family, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Performance
Event Details:

The May 2026 edition of our "Music Matters" concert series features Yang Jin with the Flying Strings Youth Ensemble.

This event is in the "Children" group

Take Home Craft: Eid al-Adha

All Day 5/18 - 5/20
Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Children

Stop by the Youth Services Desk and pick up a take home Eid al-Adha craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

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 Eid al-Adha 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

New Jersey and the American Revolution: 1775–1781

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

New Jersey played a pivotal role in the American Revolution, earning its title as the “Crossroads of the American Revolution” due to its strategic location between New York and Philadelphia and the sheer number of military engageme

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

New Jersey played a pivotal role in the American Revolution, earning its title as the “Crossroads of the American Revolution” due to its strategic location between New York and Philadelphia and the sheer number of military engageme

This event is in the "Adults" group

Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential with Nir Eyal

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - LSC at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author Nir Eyal in his new work, Beyond Belief

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - LSC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author Nir Eyal in his new work, Beyond Belief

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

Spring Garden Yoga

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Story Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School

Grades K-5

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Event Details:

Grades K-5

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.

 

Board Meeting

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting

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.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Total Body Mat Pilates Sculpt for Adults

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Get ready to fire up your core and energize your entire body with this monthly All-Levels Adult Mat Pilates Fitness Class that blends strength, stability, and mobility training to help you move smarter, f

Registration Open
Registration Required
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:

Get ready to fire up your core and energize your entire body with this monthly All-Levels Adult Mat Pilates Fitness Class that blends strength, stability, and mobility training to help you move smarter, f

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.

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

Thursday Matinee: SENTIMENTAL VALUE

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:15pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Come see Joachim Trier's SENTIMENTAL VALUE on the big screen in our program room!

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Come see Joachim Trier's SENTIMENTAL VALUE on the big screen in our program room!