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Bingo Night

Summer Bingo

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Join the Livingston Public Library for  fun-filled Bingo! Bring your best game face and get ready for some friendly Bingo competition, and the chance to win some really c...

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

Join the Livingston Public Library for  fun-filled Bingo! Bring your best game face and get ready for some friendly Bingo competition, and the chance to win some really cool prizes!

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Weekend Movie

Saturday, August 10, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Everyone
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 and water...

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Everyone
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 and water will be served (while supplies last).

Paws to read: read to a therapy dog! Image of dog prints.

Paws to Read (Gr. K-2)

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Story Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School
Event Details:

Children in grades K-2 - come read to a therapy dog! Recommended to help build confidence and encourage the joy of reading.  Register for a 15-minute session, we wi...

Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Children in grades K-2 - 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.

A History of Greenwich Village

The Village: A History of Greenwich Village–400 years of Tragedy, Bohemians and the Arts

Monday, August 12, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

There is more to Greenwich Village than you might think. Greenwich Village is known as the center of the counterculture movement of the 1960s. That bohemian feel has been transform...

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

There is more to Greenwich Village than you might think. Greenwich Village is known as the center of the counterculture movement of the 1960s.

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Backpack Buttons (Gr 6+)

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, STEAM/STEM
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Join us to learn how to use our button maker and then make button for yourself! Grades 6+ Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Creative Arts, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Join us to learn how to use our button maker and then make button for yourself!

Grades 6+

Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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Board of Trustees Meeting (optional)

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
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.

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.

Orange watercolor background. Text: Watercolor Painting Art Class. Wednesday, August 14. Grades 3-5 | 4:00-5:30pm. Space is limited Pick up a ticket at the Youth Services desk 30 minutes before class starts.

Watercolor Painting and Meditation (Gr 3-5)

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Children, Elementary School
Event Details:

Grades 3-5 Learn how experimenting with watercolor painting can help calm your mind. The class begins with a 5 minute meditation, then participants will learn to create their ow...

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

Grades 3-5

Disclaimer(s)

Tickets available

Priority is given to Livingston Library card holders due to space limitations; 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.

 

Bookish Vibes

VIRTUAL Bookish Vibes Book Club and Author Visit with Heather Gudenkauf

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Zoom at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Livingston Public Library invites you to join us Wednesday, August 14th at 7pm for our virtual Bookish Vibes book club, where we will be discussing Everyone is Watching  b...

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

The Livingston Public Library invites you to join us Wednesday, August 14th at 7pm for our virtual Bookish Vibes book club, where we will be discussing

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.

Thrilling Tales

Thrilling Tales Book discussion: All The Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

*Attention all book lovers!* The Livingston Library invites you to join us for “Thrilling Tales”, our first in-person book club since the pandemic. Enjoy reading and discussing a m...

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

*Attention all book lovers!* The Livingston Library invites you to join us for “Thrilling Tales”, our first in-person book club since the pandemic. Enjoy reading and discussing a mystery novel with like-minded friends.

LSC Talk

The Golden Ticket to College Admissions Is Not What You Think: Redefining Success for Parents of Teens with Irena Smith, PhD

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online - LSC at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Another college application season is around the corner, and stress is already beginning to ratchet up for teens and their parents. You’re invited to join us for this must-watch ta...

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

Another college application season is around the corner, and stress is already beginning to ratchet up for teens and their parents. You’re invited to join us for this must-watch talk by Irena Smith, PhD.

Collage artwork. Teen Bad Art Night. the goal is not perfection, just creation!

Teen Bad Art Night (Gr. 6+)

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Join us to make the worst art imaginable! The goal is not perfection, in fact far from it! Open to grades 6+  Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

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

Join us to make the worst art imaginable! The goal is not perfection, in fact far from it!

Open to grades 6+ 

Event sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Disclaimer(s)

Tickets available

Priority is given to Livingston Library card holders due to space limitations; 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.

 

Paint a Ceramic Bird or Bloom

Adult Art Workshop: Paint a Bird or Bloom Ceramic

Friday, August 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults are invited to an afternoon ceramic painting workshop led by The Spotted Canvas. Choose between a bird and a flower bowl to paint and experience an hour of creative enjoy...

Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Arts, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Adults are invited to an afternoon ceramic painting workshop led by The Spotted Canvas.

Choose between a bird and a flower bowl to paint and experience an hour of creative enjoyment.

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. 

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Teen Dungeons and Dragons (Gr. 6+)

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Middle School, Teens
Event Details:

Join us for Dungeons and Dragons! This event has limited space. Tickets will be available 30 minutes prior to program start at the Youth Services Desk. Open to Grades 6-12 on...

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

Join us for Dungeons and Dragons!

This event has limited space. Tickets will be available 30 minutes prior to program start at the Youth Services Desk.

Open to Grades 6-12 only.

Disclaimer(s)

Tickets available

Priority is given to Livingston Library card holders due to space limitations; 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.

 

Take Home Butterfly craft for ages 3 and up starting August 19th while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Take Home Craft: Butterfly Craft

All Day 8/19 - 8/21
Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Monarch butterfly begin their migration starting in mid-August.  Stop by the Youth Services Desk and pick up a take home butterfly craft 4 perfect for ages 3 and up, whil...

Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Take-Home Kit
Event Details:

Monarch butterfly begin their migration starting in mid-August.  Stop by the Youth Services Desk and pick up a take home butterfly craft 4 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.

Bingo Night

Summer Bingo

Monday, August 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Join the Livingston Public Library for  fun-filled Bingo! Bring your best game face and get ready for some friendly Bingo competition, and the chance to win some really c...

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

Join the Livingston Public Library for  fun-filled Bingo! Bring your best game face and get ready for some friendly Bingo competition, and the chance to win some really cool prizes!

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Tuesday Night Movie

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 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 and water...

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 and water will be served (while supplies last).

Seasonal Dining

Relaxed Seasonal Dining: An American Take on the French Art of the Apéro Dînatoire

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Sophisticated snacks, delicious bites, and beautiful boards filled with seasonal treats form the basis for the apéro dînatoire, an elegant cross between a light dinner and a casual...

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

Sophisticated snacks, delicious bites, and beautiful boards filled with seasonal treats form the basis for the apéro dînatoire, an elegant cross between a light dinner and a casual cocktail gathering.&nbsp

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Thursday Matinee

Thursday, August 22, 2024 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 and water...

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 and water will be served (while supplies last).

Livi Cares

Livi Cares: Send a Smile Today

Monday, August 26, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Livingston Public Library invites you to join Livi Cares: our Adult Volunteer Club on Monday, August 26th, 2024 at 11am, where we will be putting our crafty skills to good use ...

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

The Livingston Public Library invites you to join Livi Cares: our Adult Volunteer Club on Monday, August 26th, 2024 at 11am, where we will be putting our crafty skills to good use by creating cards for cancer pa

Disclaimer(s)

Crafts: while supplies last

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

Make an Alcohol Ink Pendant

Adult Art Workshop: Make Alcohol Ink Pendant Jewelry

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Creative Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

You are invited to attend a fun class in which participants will create their own alcohol ink designs to incorporate into 2 pendants. Each pendant will be a finished piece compl...

Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative Arts, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

You are invited to attend a fun class in which participants will create their own alcohol ink designs to incorporate into 2 pendants.

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. 

Bingo Night

Summer Bingo

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors, Everyone
Event Details:

Join the Livingston Public Library for  fun-filled Bingo! Bring your best game face and get ready for some friendly Bingo competition, and the chance to win some really c...

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

Join the Livingston Public Library for  fun-filled Bingo! Bring your best game face and get ready for some friendly Bingo competition, and the chance to win some really cool prizes!

CLOSED: Labor Day (eve)

All Day
Livingston Public Library

The Library is closed.  We will reopen Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 10 AM.

Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 10 AM.

CLOSED: Labor Day

All Day
Livingston Public Library

The Library is closed.  We will reopen on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 10 AM.

Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 10 AM.

Adult yoga workshop

Adult Yoga Workshop: Open Flow Vinyasa Yoga

Wednesday, September 4, 2024 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
Event Details:

The practice of yoga is very beneficial to one’s physical and mental health. Join us for our monthly yoga session for adults led by a certified yoga instructor from Niyama Yoga ...

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: 38
Event Details:

The practice of yoga is very beneficial to one’s physical and mental health.

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.