Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Take Home Black History Month craft, Recommended for ages 3 and up starting February 2nd while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Take Home Craft: Black History Month

All Day 2/2 - 2/4
Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Children
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 Black History Month craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Spice It Up!

Spice It Up!

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 9:00pm
Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit

Age Group:

Adults, Family, Seniors
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Adults, Family, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Take-Home Kit
Event Details:

Spice up your kitchen with the Livingston Public Library’s Spice It Up! program. From seeds to spices, the Livingston Library has everything you need to elevate your culinary creations.

Adult All Levels Yoga Workshop

Adult Yoga Workshop: Open Flow Vinyasa Yoga

Wednesday, February 4, 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
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:

Yoga offers a powerful blend of physical strength, mental clarity, and stress relief—helping you build flexibility, enhance focus, and cultivate inner peace.

US Presidential Scandals and Tragedies

The Dark Side of the White House: Scandals and Tragedies in US Presidential History

Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Lecture

Age Group:

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

From the nation’s founding to today, American presidents and their families have lived under intense public scrutiny, experiencing both extraordinary triumphs and heartbreaking losses. 

Quiet Reads

Quiet Reads: A Silent Book Club

Friday, February 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults, Children, Middle School, Seniors, Teens
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Children, Middle School, Seniors, Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

The Livingston Public Library welcomes you to Quiet Reads, our Silent Book Club, on Friday, February 6th at 4pm.

Spirituality in Everyday Life: A Talk by Author Dr. Shrenik Shah

A Practical Spiritual Life: Integrating Spirituality into Everyday Living-- An Author Talk by Dr. Shrenik Shah

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Lecture

Age Group:

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

What happens when the science of medicine meets the wisdom of spirituality?

Thrilling Tales

Thrilling Tales Book Club: Girls With Bright Futures by Tracy Dobmeier

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors
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.

Blue background with white text. Accent with shapes progressing. Story Coders Monday February 9h 4pm - 5pm for Gr 2-3. Tickets available with Livingston Library card . Priority given to Livingston cardholders. 30 minutes before the program starts. Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Public Library

Story Coders Gr 2-3

Monday, February 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

STEAM/STEM

Age Group:

Children, Elementary School
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Children in Grade 2-3 will be introduced to basic coding concepts through off-screen and on-screen activities. 

(Snow date: February 23rd) 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Chinese English Bilingual Storytime. 中英雙語故事. Feb 12th 4pm. For ages 2-5.

Chinese English Bilingual Storytime

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Tech Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children, Elementary School, Pre-K
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

Cookie Decorating Workshop

Cookie Decorating Workshop

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Special Event

Age Group:

Adults, Seniors
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Unwind and get creative at the Livingston Public Library's Cookie Decorating Workshop on Friday, February 13th at 11am. Enjoy decorating cookies with icing and festive toppings in a relaxed, social setting.

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Program Type

Teen Advisory Board (Gr. 9+)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Special Event
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.

 

Community Tech Helpers

3:00pm–4:00pm
Seniors
Special Event, Technology
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Special Event, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Feel more confident using your phone, tablet, or computer as you pair up with a knowledgeable, patient Teen Volunteer who can help you learn at your own pace. No question is to small!

Learn how to:

America’s Failed Response to the Opioid Crisis with Author Shoshana Walter

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 for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal.

CLOSED: Easter Sunday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10am.   

Paws to Read (Gr. K+)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Elementary School
Community Partnership, Special Event
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.

Classic Chicken Francese with a Twist: Rosemary Lemon Sauce

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:

A fresh take on an Italian favorite. Learn how to prepare tender chicken with a bright rosemary lemon sauce.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

Community Tech Helpers

3:00pm–4:00pm
Seniors
Special Event, Technology
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Special Event, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Feel more confident using your phone, tablet, or computer as you pair up with a knowledgeable, patient Teen Volunteer who can help you learn at your own pace. No question is to small!

Learn how to:

Compost This! Basics of Composting

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:

Learn the basics of composting and how to use ingredients more efficiently. A beginner-friendly session focused on reducing kitchen waste and living more sustainably.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

Asian Ginger Soy Soft Boiled Eggs

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Special Event
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Online - Library Chef
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Soft-boiled eggs soaked in a savory ginger soy mixture, creating a rich and flavorful dish that pairs well with rice, noodles, or salads.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

The Basics of Meditation

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:

An introduction to simple meditation practices designed to reduce stress, improve focus, and bring balance to everyday life.

Disclaimer(s)

Virtual - Library Chef

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

Paws to Read (Gr. K+)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Elementary School
Community Partnership, Special Event
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.

CLOSED: Memorial Day (eve)

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10am.   

CLOSED: Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 10am.   

Play & Learn (under 5 years old)

10:30am–11:15am
Babies, Children, Pre-K
Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies, Children, Pre-K
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers will enjoy playing and learning together!  Visit various stations that will help strengthen fine & gross motor skills, vocabulary and social awareness through games and activities.

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.

CLOSED: Juneteenth

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen Saturday June 20, 2026 at 10am.   

CLOSED: July 4 (observed)

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 1pm.   

CLOSED: July 4

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 1pm.   

New Jersey Fossil Finds with Dr. Dana (Grades K-5)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Elementary School, Family
Lecture, Special Event, STEAM/STEM
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Lecture, Special Event, STEAM/STEM
Event Details:

Love dinosaurs? Fossils? Paleontology? So does Dr. Dana Ehret! Dr. Dana is a Curator of Natural History at the New Jersey State Museum. He researches Paleontology, Marine Biology and Paleobiology.

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. 

Archaeology Experiences with Dr. Heinrich (Grades K-5)

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Elementary School, Family
Lecture, Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Family
Program Type: Lecture, Special Event
Event Details:

Do you love history? Do you like looking at artifacts in museums? Do you wonder what humans of the past were like? If so, you will love this program!

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. 

CLOSED: Labor Day (eve)

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 10am.   

CLOSED: Labor Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 10am.   

EARLY CLOSING: Thanksgiving Eve

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library closes early at 4pm.  We will reopen Friday, November 27, 2026 at 10am.   

CLOSED: Thanksgiving

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed.  We will reopen Friday, November 27, 2026 at 10am.   

EARLY CLOSING: Christmas Eve

1:00pm–9:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Livingston Public Library
Description:

The Library closes early at 1pm.  We will reopen Saturday, December 26, 2026 at 10am.