Upcoming Events

Featured Events

Retirement Planning Workshop

De-Risk Your Retirement: Protect Your Income, Lifestyle, and Legacy

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

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Lecture

Age Group:

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

Retirement can feel complex and unpredictable, often leaving people overwhelmed or uncertain. It brings a mix of excitement and anxiety—and involves some of the most important financial decisions you’ll ever make.

Library Notes

Library Notes - Celebrating National Library Week

04/19/2026 @ 10:00am to 04/25/2026 @ 5:00pm
Common Area at Livingston Public Library

Age Group:

Family
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Common Area
Age Group: Family
Event Details:

National Library Week is April 19-25 and we are so excited to welcome you to the Library! The theme for this year is “Find Your Joy”.

Seed Library

Seed Library Kickoff

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 9:00pm
Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Special Event

Age Group:

Everyone
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Partnership, Special Event
Event Details:

After the immense success of the past 2 years, the Livingston Public Library invites you to participate in our 2026 Seed Library.

Blue background with white text. Accent with shapes progressing. Story Coders Monday April 20th 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, April 20, 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. 

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

What Happens to the Stuff We Toss

Beyond the Bin: What Really Happens to the Stuff We Toss

Monday, April 20, 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:

Join Melanie Mannarino, author of The (Almost) Zero-Waste Guide, for an eye-opening look at what really happens after we put things “out for recycling.” 

A Talk on Artist Marcel Duchamp

Marcel Duchamp: The Alchemist of the Avant-Garde

Thursday, April 23, 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:

Look up the word iconoclast, and you might expect to find Marcel Duchamp staring back at you. Few artists so radically challenged the assumptions of what art could be—or who could define it.

All Level Adult Mat Pilates

Total Body Mat Pilates Sculpt for Adults

Friday, April 24, 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:

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

Special Needs Resource Fair

Special Needs Resource Fair

Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Special Event

Age Group:

Adults, Children, Everyone, Family, Seniors, Teens
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Children, Everyone, Family, Seniors, Teens
Program Type: Community Partnership, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us at the Livingston Public Library on Sunday, April 26th from 2pm-4pm for an informative and inclusive event designed to connect individuals with special needs and their families to valuable resources, services, and opportunities in th

Take Home May the Fourth craft, Recommended for ages 3 and up starting April 27th while supplies last sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library.

Take Home Craft: May the Fourth

All Day 4/27 - 4/29
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 May the Fourth craft perfect for ages 3 and up, while supplies last.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Livingston Library

Estate Planning 101

Estate Planning 101

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Program Room at Livingston Public Library

Program Type:

Community Partnership, Lecture

Age Group:

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

Estate planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming—come learn how to take control of your legacy with confidence.

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De-Risk Your Retirement: Protect Your Income, Lifestyle, and Legacy

7:00pm–8:15pm
Adults
Community Partnership, Lecture
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership, Lecture
Event Details:

Retirement can feel complex and unpredictable, often leaving people overwhelmed or uncertain. It brings a mix of excitement and anxiety—and involves some of the most important financial decisions you’ll ever make.

Music Matters: Luba Vasilyeva

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Family, Seniors
Community Partnership, Performance
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Family, Seniors
Program Type: Community Partnership, Performance
Event Details:

The April 2026 edition of our "Music Matters" concert series features pianist and Livingston resident, Luba Vasilyeva, performing music by J.S. Bach and L. van Beethoven.

Seed Library Kickoff

10:00am–9:00pm
Everyone
Community Partnership, Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Partnership, Special Event
Event Details:

After the immense success of the past 2 years, the Livingston Public Library invites you to participate in our 2026 Seed Library.

codergals (Gr. 3-5)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary School
Community Partnership, STEAM/STEM, Technology
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Community Partnership, STEAM/STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

The codergals Initiative aims to teach elementary school girls in grades 3 to 5 all about coding, empowering children with valuable skills in the field of technology.

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. 

Special Needs Resource Fair

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Children, Everyone, Family, Seniors, Teens
Community Partnership, Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults, Children, Everyone, Family, Seniors, Teens
Program Type: Community Partnership, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us at the Livingston Public Library on Sunday, April 26th from 2pm-4pm for an informative and inclusive event designed to connect individuals with special needs and their families to valuable resources, services, and opportunities in th

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.

Estate Planning 101

7:00pm–8:15pm
Adults
Community Partnership, Lecture
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership, Lecture
Event Details:

Estate planning doesn’t have to be overwhelming—come learn how to take control of your legacy with confidence.

codergals (Gr. 3-5)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary School
Community Partnership, STEAM/STEM, Technology
Registration Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School
Program Type: Community Partnership, STEAM/STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

The codergals Initiative aims to teach elementary school girls in grades 3 to 5 all about coding, empowering children with valuable skills in the field of technology.

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. 

How to Maintain a Healthy Blood Pressure, Naturally

2:00pm–3:15pm
Adults
Community Partnership, Health & Wellness, Lecture
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership, Health & Wellness, Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Blood pressure plays a vital role in overall health, affecting the heart, brain, kidneys, and blood vessels.

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)

Parents and caregivers of children attending programs

Parents/Caregivers of children under 7 years old need to remain with their children at all times.

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. 

Five Steps to Getting Organized: Practical Strategies for Real Life

7:00pm–8:15pm
Adults
Community Partnership, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Lecture
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.

Signs & Symptoms of Stroke: How BEFAST Can Save Lives

2:00pm–3:15pm
Adults
Community Partnership, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership, Health & Wellness, Workshop
Registration Required
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.   

Music Matters: Yang Jin with the Flying Strings Youth Ensemble

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Family, Seniors
Community Partnership, Performance
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.

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.   

Pause & Play: A Youth Mindfulness Day

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Elementary School, Family, Middle School, Teens
Community Partnership, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary School, Family, Middle School, Teens
Program Type: Community Partnership, Focus: Wellness, Mindfulness, and Self Care, Health & Wellness, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us this Mental Health Awareness Month for "Pause & Play: A Youth Mindfulness 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.

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. 

A Philosophy of Park Design: The Olmsteds and the Parks of Essex County

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Community Partnership, Lecture
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Tech Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership, Lecture
Event Details:

“The true value of a park lies not in its size or grandeur, but in the way it allows people to connect with nature and with each other.” — Frederick Law Olmsted

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.   

Architecture of Ease: How to Build a Healthy Lifestyle That Fits Your Life

7:00pm–8:15pm
Adults
Community Partnership, Lecture
Library Branch: Livingston Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Partnership, Lecture
Event Details:

Why does taking care of your health often feel harder than it should? Many people rely on motivation or willpower, yet lasting health is not built on effort alone. It is built on thoughtful design.

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.