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2 events,
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Stop by the Marion Branch Library and pick up a Mother's Day Craft Grab & Go.
Virtual Study Hall
Virtual Study Hall
The Virtual Study Hall is an educational initiative to support Jersey City high school students enrolled in our SAT Prep course and those looking to improve their school performance. This program aims to build a relationship with high school students and Saint Peter’s University and Stevens Institute Technology students. https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/82457882005 Meeting ID: 824 5788 2005
4 events,
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Stop by the Marion Branch Library and pick up a Mother's Day Craft Grab & Go.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Storytime Presented by the Children’s Services Team
Storytime Presented by the Children’s Services Team
Every Monday at 4:00 PM, join JCFPL's Children Services for special storytime sessions, dance, and singing. Special guests to be announced.
4 events,
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Stop by the Marion Branch Library and pick up a Mother's Day Craft Grab & Go.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Mother’s Day Craft
Mother’s Day Craft
Come join he staff at the Earl Morgan Library to make a Mother's day painting for the special mom in your life!
5 events,
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Stop by the Marion Branch Library and pick up a Mother's Day Craft Grab & Go.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Mother’s Day Craft: Creating Memories
Mother’s Day Craft: Creating Memories
It's the little memories that will last a lifetime. This Mother's Day, stop in at Priscilla Gardner Main Library to take a photo for your personalized grab and go Mother's Day surprise.
5 events,
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Stop by the Marion Branch Library and pick up a Mother's Day Craft Grab & Go.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Mother’s Day Craft: Creating Memories
Mother’s Day Craft: Creating Memories
It's the little memories that will last a lifetime. This Mother's Day, stop in at Priscilla Gardner Main Library to take a photo for your personalized grab and go Mother's Day surprise.
7 events,
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Mother’s Day Craft Grab & Go
Stop by the Marion Branch Library and pick up a Mother's Day Craft Grab & Go.
Celebrate Mother’Day!
Celebrate Mother’Day!
Stop by at Pavonia Branch Library between 9:30am - 5pm, Friday, May 6, 2022, to pick up a Mother's Day craft for kids.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
4 events,
Library Resources for House History
Library Resources for House History
This program is now available to watch any time here:Â https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8J3WUZ9zzJc. The New Jersey Room brings back our popular annual program on researching the history of your house or other Jersey City buildings, newly updated to include many online sources available through the library's website in addition to the resources in the local history room.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
2 events,
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Virtual Study Hall
Virtual Study Hall
The Virtual Study Hall is an educational initiative to support Jersey City high school students enrolled in our SAT Prep course and those looking to improve their school performance. This program aims to build a relationship with high school students and Saint Peter’s University and Stevens Institute Technology students. https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/82457882005 Meeting ID: 824 5788 2005
3 events,
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Storytime Presented by the Children’s Services Team
Storytime Presented by the Children’s Services Team
Every Monday at 4:00 PM, join JCFPL's Children Services for special storytime sessions, dance, and singing. Special guests to be announced.
Virtual Study Hall
Virtual Study Hall
The Virtual Study Hall is an educational initiative to support Jersey City high school students enrolled in our SAT Prep course and those looking to improve their school performance. This program aims to build a relationship with high school students and Saint Peter’s University and Stevens Institute Technology students. https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/82457882005 Meeting ID: 824 5788 2005
2 events,
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Virtual Study Hall
Virtual Study Hall
The Virtual Study Hall is an educational initiative to support Jersey City high school students enrolled in our SAT Prep course and those looking to improve their school performance. This program aims to build a relationship with high school students and Saint Peter’s University and Stevens Institute Technology students. https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/82457882005 Meeting ID: 824 5788 2005
5 events,
Bonetti Children’s Department Story Hour
We're Back! Join Bonetti Children's Department for Story Hour! Bring Your imagination and groovy moves and experience the excitement of stories, sing along, and dance. Due to social distance requirements, space is limited.Â
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
An Inside View on Recognizing and Supporting Individuals with Sensory Issues
An Inside View on Recognizing and Supporting Individuals with Sensory Issues
Learn how to prevent steps from sensory overload for individuals with sensory issues. Join Zoom Meeting https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/88079654344?pwd=cHNOT2Z0NjVRcDhFcG0wQ1h6THMvdz09 Meeting ID: 880 7965 4344 Passcode: 746063
Playwriting Workshop
Playwriting Workshop
Jersey City Free Public Library Collaborates with Theatre Alliance ( The Growing Stage the Children's Theatre of New Jersey) for a 90 minute workshop on helping creative writers bring their thoughts, ideas, and voice to paper and maybe the stage! Registration Required For more program information and registration, please contact Ronalee Chatman (201)547 - 4519 […]
4 events,
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Virtual Study Hall
Virtual Study Hall
The Virtual Study Hall is an educational initiative to support Jersey City high school students enrolled in our SAT Prep course and those looking to improve their school performance. This program aims to build a relationship with high school students and Saint Peter’s University and Stevens Institute Technology students. https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/82457882005 Meeting ID: 824 5788 2005
Family Nights = Fun Nights
Family Nights = Fun Nights
Come on in and join Bonetti Children's Department Staff for an hour of Games Crafts and Stem activities with the family. Win prizes engage in challenging activities and get creative every Thursdays, 6 pm-6:45 pm. @Priscilla Main Library 472 Jersey Ave Space is limited for social distance purposes Register (optional) Call (201) 547-4519 or in-person […]
3 events,
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Virtual Study Hall
Virtual Study Hall
The Virtual Study Hall is an educational initiative to support Jersey City high school students enrolled in our SAT Prep course and those looking to improve their school performance. This program aims to build a relationship with high school students and Saint Peter’s University and Stevens Institute Technology students. https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/82457882005 Meeting ID: 824 5788 2005
2 events,
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
2 events,
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
4 events,
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Library. Come and listen to great stories and fun, move & groove music! This program will run from May 16th to June 15th, starting at 11 a.m.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Storytime Presented by the Children’s Services Team
Storytime Presented by the Children’s Services Team
Every Monday at 4:00 PM, join JCFPL's Children Services for special storytime sessions, dance, and singing. Special guests to be announced.
3 events,
Story Hour
Story Hour
SING with me, DANCE with me and READ with me! Story hour returns to the Lafayette Branch every Tuesday and Thursday beginning May 3, 2022 - June 16, 2022. Closing program celebration to follow. Be on the look out for details.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
4 events,
Bonetti Children’s Department Story Hour
We're Back! Join Bonetti Children's Department for Story Hour! Bring Your imagination and groovy moves and experience the excitement of stories, sing along, and dance. Due to social distance requirements, space is limited.Â
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Starting May 16 through June 15, at 11 a.m., join us at the Earl Morgan Library for Story Hour. Come and listen to great stories and move and groove music.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
5 events,
Story Hour
Story Hour
SING with me, DANCE with me and READ with me! Story hour returns to the Lafayette Branch every Tuesday and Thursday beginning May 3, 2022 - June 16, 2022. Closing program celebration to follow. Be on the look out for details.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Family Nights = Fun Nights
Family Nights = Fun Nights
Come on in and join Bonetti Children's Department Staff for an hour of Games Crafts and Stem activities with the family. Win prizes engage in challenging activities and get creative every Thursdays, 6 pm-6:45 pm. @Priscilla Main Library 472 Jersey Ave Space is limited for social distance purposes Register (optional) Call (201) 547-4519 or in-person […]
6 events,
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Archaeology in the West End
Archaeology in the West End
Jean Howson, the lead researcher for the archaeological survey of the Covert-Larch site adjacent to the Tonnele Circle, discusses the process of uncovering the history of the 19th-century immigrants who lived there. This program and the accompanying exhibit on the staircase landing space at the Gardner Main Library are supported by the NJ Dept. of […]
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration with Taiko Masala Drum Troupe
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration with Taiko Masala Drum Troupe
The intended program with Dr. Ogawa and Taiko Masala Drum Troupe aims to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and introduce participants to the culture and history of Taiko Masala Drumming. The community will have the opportunity not only be informed; but have hands on with the drums and feel a part of […]
5 events,
NEW DATE: Eid Celebration at Five Corners
NEW DATE: Eid Celebration at Five Corners
Celebrate Eid at the Five Corners! To mark the end of Ramadan, the Five Corners Library will be celebrating with games and arts and crafts in the parking lot. Weather permitting.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
3 events,
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
5 events,
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Library. Come and listen to great stories and fun, move & groove music! This program will run from May 16th to June 15th, starting at 11 a.m.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Storytime Presented by the Children’s Services Team
Storytime Presented by the Children’s Services Team
Every Monday at 4:00 PM, join JCFPL's Children Services for special storytime sessions, dance, and singing. Special guests to be announced.
4 events,
Story Hour
Story Hour
SING with me, DANCE with me and READ with me! Story hour returns to the Lafayette Branch every Tuesday and Thursday beginning May 3, 2022 - June 16, 2022. Closing program celebration to follow. Be on the look out for details.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
5 events,
Bonetti Children’s Department Story Hour
We're Back! Join Bonetti Children's Department for Story Hour! Bring Your imagination and groovy moves and experience the excitement of stories, sing along, and dance. Due to social distance requirements, space is limited.Â
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Starting May 16 through June 15, at 11 a.m., join us at the Earl Morgan Library for Story Hour. Come and listen to great stories and move and groove music.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
7 events,
Story Hour
Story Hour
SING with me, DANCE with me and READ with me! Story hour returns to the Lafayette Branch every Tuesday and Thursday beginning May 3, 2022 - June 16, 2022. Closing program celebration to follow. Be on the look out for details.
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Spring Craft
Spring Craft
Stop by the Heights Branch Library and pick up a "grab & go" craft kit to make your own Spring craft right at home!
5 events,
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
National Meditation Month Craft Grab & Go
All month long celebrate National Meditation Month at The Heights Branch Library with Grab & Go Coloring for adults (18 years & older)New designs each week in May! Fun & stress free!!It's not just for kids anymore! Who knew?
Spring Craft
Spring Craft
Stop by the Heights Branch Library and pick up a "grab & go" craft kit to make your own Spring craft right at home!
5 events,
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Library. Come and listen to great stories and fun, move & groove music! This program will run from May 16th to June 15th, starting at 11 a.m.
Storytime Presented by the Children’s Services Team
Storytime Presented by the Children’s Services Team
Every Monday at 4:00 PM, join JCFPL's Children Services for special storytime sessions, dance, and singing. Special guests to be announced.
4 events,
Story Hour
Story Hour
SING with me, DANCE with me and READ with me! Story hour returns to the Lafayette Branch every Tuesday and Thursday beginning May 3, 2022 - June 16, 2022. Closing program celebration to follow. Be on the look out for details.
8 events,
Registration for Summer Learning Program
Get ready for another fun and rewarding Summer Learning Program! Join us on an eight-week fun adventure of exploring, creating and learning! This year we celebrate ocean stories with the theme "Oceans of Possibilities. Registration for Summer Learning Program begins today June 1. In order to be registered for SLP, you must create an account […]
Bonetti Children’s Department Story Hour
We're Back! Join Bonetti Children's Department for Story Hour! Bring Your imagination and groovy moves and experience the excitement of stories, sing along, and dance. Due to social distance requirements, space is limited.Â
Pride Month Craft Grab & Go
Pride Month Craft Grab & Go
Stop by the Marion Branch Library and pick up a Pride Month rainbow craft. Good while supplies last.
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Preschool Story Hour @ Earl Morgan Branch
Starting May 16 through June 15, at 11 a.m., join us at the Earl Morgan Library for Story Hour. Come and listen to great stories and move and groove music.
“The Hague Trail:” Present Day Landmarks of the Legacy of Frank Hague
“The Hague Trail:” Present Day Landmarks of the Legacy of Frank Hague
Join us for a virtual tour of several sites in present-day Jersey City that are tied with the legacy of Jersey City's longest-serving Mayor and political "boss," Frank Hague.
7 events,
Pride Month Craft Grab & Go
Pride Month Craft Grab & Go
Stop by the Marion Branch Library and pick up a Pride Month rainbow craft. Good while supplies last.
Story Hour
Story Hour
SING with me, DANCE with me and READ with me! Story hour returns to the Lafayette Branch every Tuesday and Thursday beginning May 3, 2022 - June 16, 2022. Closing program celebration to follow. Be on the look out for details.
Family Nights = Fun Nights
Family Nights = Fun Nights
Come on in and join Bonetti Children's Department Staff for an hour of Games Crafts and Stem activities with the family. Win prizes engage in challenging activities and get creative every Thursdays, 6 pm-6:45 pm. @Priscilla Main Library 472 Jersey Ave Space is limited for social distance purposes Register (optional) Call (201) 547-4519 or in-person […]
6 events,
Senior Wellness Connect
Senior Wellness Connect Fridays in June at 1:00pm (June 3, 10, 17) Seniors/Health/Wellness/Mental Health The programs help mitigate stress, ease loneliness and isolation, as well as offer a safe and comfortable place to connect with others. https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/81732955654?pwd=Zm5pRHc1Y1hyOGxKcUplL2hyS1ZKQT09
Pride Month Craft Grab & Go
Pride Month Craft Grab & Go
Stop by the Marion Branch Library and pick up a Pride Month rainbow craft. Good while supplies last.
7 events,
Pride Month Craft Grab & Go
Pride Month Craft Grab & Go
Stop by the Marion Branch Library and pick up a Pride Month rainbow craft. Good while supplies last.
Who Is This Man, Frank Hague
Who Is This Man, Frank Hague
POSTPONED: New Date to be announced. Few names loom as large in Jersey City history as Frank Hague, who served as Mayor for 30 years and was the all-powerful political boss of Hudson County. But despite an outsized public profile, he remains in many ways an enigma. In conjunction with an exhibition now on view […]