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Poetry Club (Grades 3-5)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children, Elementary School
Creative Arts
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.

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.

Paper Mill Playhouse Children's Theatre on Tour presents Frog & Toad

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Elementary School, Everyone, Family
Community Partnership, Creative Arts, Performance, Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Everyone, Family
Program Type: Community Partnership, Creative Arts, Performance, Special Event
Event Details:

Performed by Paper Mill Playhouse’s Children’s Theatre on Tour students, the performance runs approximately 35-minutes and is suitable for grades Pre-K and up.

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.

Sustainable and Eco-friendly Gardening: A Holistic Approach

2:00pm - 3:15pm
Adults
Lecture
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:

Join Master Gardener Jose German as he shows you how to create a well-balanced gardening approach that focuses on building soil, producing food (for humans and pollinators as well as wildlife), sustainability, environmental restora

Take Home Craft: Easter

All Day 4/7 - 4/9
Children
Take-Home Kit
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 Easter 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.

Paws to Read (Gr. K+)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Elementary School
Community Partnership, Special Event
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Community Partnership, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

For All The Dollars: Spaghetti Westerns Beyond Eastwood and Leone

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

A Spaghetti Western is a subgenre of Western film that originated in Italy in the 1960s. The films are known for their violence, anti-hero protagonists, and desert settings.

English Language Learner: Basic Grammar Workshop

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
ELL (English Language Learner) Class
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.

The Stories, Science, and History of Trees with Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Special Event
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - LSC
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Join us as Smithsonian Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming, guides us through the secret world of trees as is revealed in the beautiful and absorbing guide to the giants of the plant world—The Tree Book: The Stories, Science, a

Calligraphy Club - Grades 5-8

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

Calligraphy Club - Grades 5-8

Participants practice and learn hand lettering techniques.

No prior experience is necessary, beginners are welcome, and all materials are provided. 

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. 

Seasonal Eating and Ayurveda

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:

Join us for a special session with Library Chef's guest nutritionist on the Ayurvedic practice of eating with the seasons. Discover how aligning your diet with nature’s rhythms can boost your health and well-being. 

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

Board of Trustees Meeting

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.

Nursery Rhyme Time (under 24 months)

10:15am - 10:45am
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 babies aged 23 months and younger.

Traditional storytime with books, songs, and American Sign Language

Please drop in! Registration is not required.

 

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.

English Language Learner Beginner Book Club - In Person

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Book Club, ELL (English Language Learner) Class
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.

Little Listeners Storytime (Ages 2-5)

11:00am - 11:30am
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.

Teen Mapmaking Workshop (Gr. 6+)

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 make a fantasy maps!

Open to grades 6+

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Bookish Vibes: Book Club and Author Visit with Andrea J. Stein

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

Are you an avid reader looking to discuss contemporary fiction, trending titles, and popular authors?  If so, our Bookish Vibes book group is for you!  Join us this month as we discuss "Dear Eliza" by Andrea J.

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.

National Library Week: Bee True to You Interactive Anti Bullying Musical

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Babies, Children, Elementary School, Family, Pre-K
Creative Arts, Performance, Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Children, Elementary School, Family, Pre-K
Program Type: Creative Arts, Performance, Special Event
Event Details:

Celebrate National Library Week with Bee True to You!

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.

Poetry Club (Grades 3-5)

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Children, Elementary School
Creative Arts
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.

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.

Sensory Inclusive Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Children, Elementary School, Family, Teens
Storytime
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Family, Teens
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

For ages 5 and up.

An inclusive, interactive, engaging & fun program with stories, sign language, music, movement & crafts in a neurodiversity affirming setting for children of all abilities and their caregivers.

 

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.

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 April 12th from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM for our social hour. Light snacks and refreshments will be served.

Weather Adventures with the Rutgers Meteorology Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Elementary School, Family
Community Partnership, Special Event, STEAM/STEM
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Community Partnership, Special Event, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Calling all aspiring scientists! Learn about weather with the Rutgers Meteorology Club!

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.

Thrilling Tales Book Club: We Solve Murders by Richard Osman

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.

Makers of History: Arab American Heritage 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.

The Gift of Life: Understanding Organ Donation and How It Works

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

In celebration of National Donate Life Month this April, join the NJ Sharing Network for an informative and inspiring talk on the critical importance of organ donation.