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Middle School Perler Beads (Gr 6-8)

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Middle School
Event Details:

Join us for this retro program, perler beads! Drop in!Grades 6-8.Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Middle School
Program Type: Creative Arts
Event Details:

Join us for this retro program, perler beads! 

Drop in!

Grades 6-8.

Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

On Writing a Brilliant, Dark, and Diabolical Thriller with Author Liann Zhang

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online - LSC at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller Julie Chan is Dead.&nbs...

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

Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller Julie Chan is Dead

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Board Meeting
Age Group:
Adults
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.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stroke Awareness: How BEFAST Can Save Lives

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Health & Wellness, Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Each year, more than 795,000 people in the United States suffer a stroke, making it the third leading cause of death and the primary cause of adult disability.   May...

Registration Open
Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership, Health & Wellness, Lecture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Each year, more than 795,000 people in the United States suffer a stroke, making it the third leading cause of death and the primary cause of adult disability.   

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Brain Break - Silent Book Club (Gr 9+)

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join us to decompress after a busy day of testing.Tea will be provided! Enjoy a quiet space to read and relax.Drop in!Open to grades 9+.Event sponsored by the Friends of the Librar...

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us to decompress after a busy day of testing.

Tea will be provided! Enjoy a quiet space to read and relax.

Drop in!

Open to grades 9+.

Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Saturday Matinee: THE BRUTALIST

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come see Brady Corbet's THE BRUTALIST on the big screen in our program room!Escaping post-war Europe, visionary architect László Toth (Adrien Brody) arrives in America to rebuild h...

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

Come see Brady Corbet's THE BRUTALIST on the big screen in our program room!

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

Music Matters: Flying Strings Youth Ensemble

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Community Partnership, Performance
Age Group:
Adults, Family, Seniors
Event Details:

The May 2025 edition of our "Music Matters" concert series features the Flying Strings Youth Ensemble.Established by mentor Jin Yang, a very well-known Pipa artist and music educat...

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

The May 2025 edition of our "Music Matters" concert series features the Flying Strings Youth Ensemble.

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

Teen Flower Pot Painting and Planting (Gr. 9+)

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Special Event
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Join us in the Young Adult area for this seasonal painting and planting!Sponsored by the Friends of the LibraryOpen to grades 9+

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us in the Young Adult area for this seasonal painting and planting!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library

Open to grades 9+

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Jews in the American Theater: A Legacy Like No Other

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Believe it or not, there was a time when there were no Jews in the American theater.  What changed that? And how did Jews come to play such a vital role in every aspect of the...

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

Believe it or not, there was a time when there were no Jews in the American theater.  What changed that?

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crime Time: The Art Thief

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Zoom at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
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 Liv...

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?

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.

English Language Learner: Basic Grammar Workshop

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
ELL Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

English Language Learner Basic English Grammar: English Language Learners will practice reading, writing, and listening to simple sentences. Foundational  English grammar conc...

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: ELL Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Event Details:

English Language Learner Basic English Grammar: English Language Learners will practice reading, writing, and listening to simple sentences.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Advisory Board (Gr. 9+)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Let's work together to make the library and community a better place! Open to grades 9+ only. Join us in the program room to brainstorm ideas and work on projects you are pass...

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Let's work together to make the library and community a better place! Open to grades 9+ only.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tuesday Night Movie

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:45pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
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 s...

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).

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Language Learner Beginner Book Club - In Person

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
ELL Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club, ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Age Group:
Adults
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...

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.

How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us with Author Rachelle Bergstein

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - LSC at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius of Judy. This book takes an expansive loo...

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

You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius of Judy.

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

Makers of History: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (Grades K-5)

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School
Event Details:

Makers of History is a series where we engage in STEM activities inspired by famous figures.In our interactive sessions, we will learn about famous trailblazers and make our own cr...

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookbook Club: Everyday Dorie

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
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 ...

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Easy Veggie Burgers

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online - Library Chef at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to ake delicious, healthy veggie burgers in no time with Library Chef! Quick, tasty, and full of nutritious ingredients—perfect for any burger lover!

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

Learn how to ake delicious, healthy veggie burgers in no time with Library Chef! Quick, tasty, and full of nutritious ingredients—perfect for any burger lover!

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

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

Crafternoon

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Common Area at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us at Livingston Public Library on Thursday, May 22nd in the adult seating area from 12pm to 1pm for a quick, drop-in afternoon craft! No registration required, just stop by a...

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Common Area
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Creative Arts, Workshop
Event Details:

Join us at Livingston Public Library on Thursday, May 22nd 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Matinee

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
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 s...

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).

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

Mother's Day Party

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Teens
Event Details:

Join the Livingston Public Library for a fun and crafty way to celebrate the maternal figures in our lives! The event will be held on Saturday, May 24th from 11am-12:30pm. Refreshm...

Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join the Livingston Public Library for a fun and crafty way to celebrate the maternal figures in our lives! The event will be held on Saturday, May 24th from 11am-12:30pm.

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.

CLOSED: Memorial Day (eve)

All Day
Livingston Public Library

The Library is closed.  We will reopen on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 10 AM.

Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 10 AM.

CLOSED: Memorial Day

All Day
Livingston Public Library

The Library is closed.  We will reopen on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 10 AM.

Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 10 AM.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

English Language Learner: Basic Grammar Workshop

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
ELL Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

English Language Learner Basic English Grammar: English Language Learners will practice reading, writing, and listening to simple sentences. Foundational  English grammar conc...

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: ELL Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: ELL (English Language Learner) Class
Event Details:

English Language Learner Basic English Grammar: English Language Learners will practice reading, writing, and listening to simple sentences.