Virtual Study Hall
ZoomThe Virtual Study Hall is an educational initiative to support Jersey City high school students enrolled in our SAT Prep course as well as those who are looking to improve their school performance. This program aims to build a relationship with high school students and students from Saint Peter’s University. We believe that college tutors […]
Tech Tuesdays
ZoomTech Tuesdays is a program for any Jersey City Free Public Library patron or staff member who wants to learn about the basic functions of their smartphones, e-Readers, tablets, and computers, and how those devices can be used to access library resources. Please note, due to the coronavirus pandemic, Tech Tuesdays will take place virtually […]
How To Play Chess: For Beginners
ZoomLearn how to play chess through interactive Zoom chess lessons from Bobby Stewart. In these sessions, the group will learn how to play chess and compete in chess. Register in advance for this meeting: https://jclibrary.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEvdO6oqDguE9zju8A4KQa6CKMxQXAZHROm After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Teen Writing Workshop
ZoomLearn the art of writing with award-winning author Pemi Aguda. This six week writing workshop will cover the theme of home. What is home? Is it a place? A person? Our bodies? Each week Ms. Aguda will share select reading passages that connect to that week's theme and then give you a writing prompt for […]
Career Exploration Panel
ZoomExplore career options with the Jersey City Free Public Library! Join us for a Zoom panel discussion as presenters share their experiences in dynamic industries including healthcare, technology, hospitality, finance, and more. Guest presenters will offer helpful insight and practical advice on how to jumpstart a career. This program is great career changers or anyone […]
Bollywood Dance Lessons
Facebook Online, NJ, United StatesShehnaaz Dance Academy is a Jersey City based Bollywood Indian Dance Academy teaching children and adults. Tune in for weekly Bollywood dance classes. For more information on Shehnaaz Dance Academy, visit their website: https://shehnaazdanceacademy.com/.
Cooking with Heifa from Fufu’s Kitchen
Facebook Online, NJ, United StatesJoin Heifa from Fufu's Kitchen as she showcases delicious recipes with step by step instructions that are easy to follow. For more yummy recipes check out fufuskitchen.com.
Self-Love Meditation for Teens
Facebook Online, NJ, United StatesJoin Ms. Amy as she teaches several meditation techniques to help cultivate confidence, self-love and self-worth, release stress, anxiety, and promote connection and peace to all! Meditation also helps with focus, concentration and navigating difficult emotions and release limiting beliefs and negative self-talk which really tend to hold us back as we get older in […]
Virtual Study Hall
ZoomThe Virtual Study Hall is an educational initiative to support Jersey City high school students enrolled in our SAT Prep course as well as those who are looking to improve their school performance. This program aims to build a relationship with high school students and students from Saint Peter’s University. We believe that college tutors […]
Storytime with Mia the Saint Bernard
Facebook Online, NJ, United StatesMia is a Saint Bernard and certified AKC therapy dog! Weighing in at over 150 pounds, Mia has provided tons of licks and love to children in autistic schools, individuals battling with sickness in hospitals and elderly seniors in nursing homes. Originally the dog of humanitarian Richard John Albero, Lucia Albero is following in her […]
National Superhero Day
Facebook Online, NJ, United StatesMarvel employees created National Superhero Day on April 28, 1995, to celebrate everyone's favorite superhero. This day is for superheroes only — we all know villains aren't deserving of their day. Still, the idea behind superhero day is to honor those who serve and protect while fighting evil. No matter who your favorite hero is, […]
Flash Fiction Challenge
ZoomHave you always wanted to write a short story but don't know how? Maybe you want to brush up on your wordsmithing skills? Now is apparently the time to write. In partnership with Hudson Pride and the Jersey City Public Library, Jersey City Writers has transformed one of our most popular events, Flash Fiction Friday, […]