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3 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Erica’s E.Z. Prep
Erica’s E.Z. Prep
Join us each week as we break down the SAT and make it easy to understand and score well. We will cover each section of the SAT, emphasizing math. Also, we will cover study tips and timing. To join, visit: https://jclibrary.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvd-2opz0uEtFykzaogykLlNNglCCCxPfn ID: 812 0409 6485
5 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Adopt a Banned Book Week
Adopt a Banned Book Week
Celebrate National Banned Book Week at the Miller Branch Library with our Adopt a Book Program. Come in, check out and adopt select Banned Book titles and receive a certificate and prize.
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
This dance class series is designed to introduce students to the social folk dance of Egypt know in the West as Belly Dance. Students will be taught the cultural and historical origins of the dance as well as the movement vocabulary of the dance involving the arms, hands, torso and hips. This is a fun, […]
5 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Drag Queen Story Hour
Drag Queen Story Hour
Join Harmonica Sunbeam every week for a virtual story time focused on reading, music and movement!
Tech Tuesdays
Tech Tuesdays
Tech 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 […]
6 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Bollywood Dance Lessons
Bollywood Dance Lessons
Shehnaaz 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/.
Self-Love Meditation for Teens
Self-Love Meditation for Teens
Join 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 […]
6 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Bilingual Story Hour: All about Spanish Speaking Countries
Bilingual Story Hour: All about Spanish Speaking Countries
Join Mr. William live on Facebook as he reads about Spanish speaking countries.
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
This dance class series is designed to introduce students to the social folk dance of Egypt know in the West as Belly Dance. Students will be taught the cultural and historical origins of the dance as well as the movement vocabulary of the dance involving the arms, hands, torso and hips. This is a fun, […]
7 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Understanding Memory Loss
Understanding Memory Loss
Memory loss that disrupts everyday life is not a normal part of aging. This program explores the difference between regular age-related memory changes and abnormal changes associated with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, including some common warning signs. The presentation also reviews the importance of receiving a thorough diagnostic evaluation when symptoms first […]
Heroes Are Still Super!
Heroes Are Still Super!
We are proud to promote our New Teen Comics and Graphic Novel Book Club: Heroes Are Still Super! Whether you choose to imagine yourself as a comic book character, or create something entirely fictional, feel free to craft your comic book character through: drawings, paintings, sculptures, textile arts, or costumes! (Optional)-Once you’re ready, dress up […]
2 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
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 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 […]
3 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
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 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 […]
5 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
This dance class series is designed to introduce students to the social folk dance of Egypt know in the West as Belly Dance. Students will be taught the cultural and historical origins of the dance as well as the movement vocabulary of the dance involving the arms, hands, torso and hips. This is a fun, […]
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 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 […]
7 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Every Tuesday and Thursday during October, join Ms. Vanessa and Ms. Emily for Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners Library to promote early literacy and create a love of reading. This program is weather permitting. For additional information, please call 201-547-4543.
Build A Body’s Chair Workout With Kathy Jackson
Build A Body’s Chair Workout With Kathy Jackson
Join Kathy Jackson for Build A Body's Chair Workout featuring chair aerobics and yoga.
7 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Bollywood Dance Lessons
Bollywood Dance Lessons
Shehnaaz 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/.
Self-Love Meditation for Teens
Self-Love Meditation for Teens
Join 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 […]
10 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Navrati Grab and Go Craft
Navrati Grab and Go Craft
In celebration of Navrati, a Hindu festival that spans nine nights and is celebrated every year in the autumn, Five Corners Library will distribute grab-and-go craft kits for the children in our community. Ask a staff member for craft supplies when entering the branch.
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Every Tuesday and Thursday during October, join Ms. Vanessa and Ms. Emily for Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners Library to promote early literacy and create a love of reading. This program is weather permitting. For additional information, please call 201-547-4543.
8 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
ASL Community Chat
ASL Community Chat
This program has been cancelled. All ASL signers are welcome to connect and find community in this virtual space, from beginner to fluent. ASL Master Tutor RaVen Sequoia hosts this monthly meetup. Deaf since birth, RaVen has tutored, mentored, and evaluated thousands of ASL students over the past 25 years, as well as hosted community […]
Heroes Are Still Super!
Heroes Are Still Super!
We are proud to promote our New Teen Comics and Graphic Novel Book Club: Heroes Are Still Super! Whether you choose to imagine yourself as a comic book character, or create something entirely fictional, feel free to craft your comic book character through: drawings, paintings, sculptures, textile arts, or costumes! (Optional)-Once you’re ready, dress up […]
3 events,
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Arabic Storytime
Arabic Storytime
Aiya Fawzy, an educator and Jersey City native will host a story time twice a month. Popular children's books will be used, and read in English and translated in Arabic as well. Songs or a discussion may be included. Tune in to enjoy!
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 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 […]
4 events,
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy against social stigma. Join our social worker, Jessica Campbell, and Five Corners Library Youth Services Librarians for a week-long World Mental Health Day celebration. Stop by the branch for a grab-and-go mental health programming kit for everyone in the […]
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
5 events,
Indigenous People’s Day
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy against social stigma. Join our social worker, Jessica Campbell, and Five Corners Library Youth Services Librarians for a week-long World Mental Health Day celebration. Stop by the branch for a grab-and-go mental health programming kit for everyone in the […]
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
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 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 […]
8 events,
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy against social stigma. Join our social worker, Jessica Campbell, and Five Corners Library Youth Services Librarians for a week-long World Mental Health Day celebration. Stop by the branch for a grab-and-go mental health programming kit for everyone in the […]
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Every Tuesday and Thursday during October, join Ms. Vanessa and Ms. Emily for Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners Library to promote early literacy and create a love of reading. This program is weather permitting. For additional information, please call 201-547-4543.
9 events,
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy against social stigma. Join our social worker, Jessica Campbell, and Five Corners Library Youth Services Librarians for a week-long World Mental Health Day celebration. Stop by the branch for a grab-and-go mental health programming kit for everyone in the […]
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
YA Grab N’ Go: Create Your Own Chakra Bracelet
YA Grab N’ Go: Create Your Own Chakra Bracelet
Pop into the Miller Branch to pick up supplies to make your own Chakra bracelet!
8 events,
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy against social stigma. Join our social worker, Jessica Campbell, and Five Corners Library Youth Services Librarians for a week-long World Mental Health Day celebration. Stop by the branch for a grab-and-go mental health programming kit for everyone in the […]
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Hispanic Heritage Month Children Park Event
Hispanic Heritage Month Children Park Event
Join us at Van Vorst Park 257-287 Montgomery Street, October 14, at 11:00 a.m. Author Diana Lee Stantamaria will read to children, followed by a sing-along with Mr. William. Please join us to close out Hispanic Heritage Month. For kids ages 0-6 years old.
9 events,
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy against social stigma. Join our social worker, Jessica Campbell, and Five Corners Library Youth Services Librarians for a week-long World Mental Health Day celebration. Stop by the branch for a grab-and-go mental health programming kit for everyone in the […]
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Hugo Morales Exhibition
Enjoy an exhibition of one painting by the late Hugo Morales, a Latino artist who worked and lived in Jersey City, NJ. He was an artist, educator, community and cultural activist. This painting will be on display from September 15 to October 15, 2021 . It will in the landing of the first and second […]
Books on the Move
Books on the Move
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, join NJPAC Teaching Artist Wincey Terry for a free virtual reading of Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa written by Veronica Chambers. Zoom: https://bit.ly/BOTM101521
6 events,
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day Celebration
World Mental Health Day is an international day for global mental health education, awareness, and advocacy against social stigma. Join our social worker, Jessica Campbell, and Five Corners Library Youth Services Librarians for a week-long World Mental Health Day celebration. Stop by the branch for a grab-and-go mental health programming kit for everyone in the […]
Global Cat Day Grab and Go Activities
Global Cat Day Grab and Go Activities
Global Cat Day, which takes place October 16, reminds us of educating, engaging, and empowering people to defend and protect cats is the right thing to do. Join Five Corners Library and celebrate all things cats. Check out cat-related books and grab cat crafts and coloring pages.
Bollywood Dance Party
Bollywood Dance Party
Join Ms. Priya from the Taal Institute of Performing Arts in the Five Corners parking lot for a morning of movement, music, and fun. Perfect for kids and families!
3 events,
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 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 […]
HCCC ESL Proficiency Certificate Program
HCCC ESL Proficiency Certificate Program
This information session will provide information on the new ESL Proficiency Certificate offered at Hudson County Community College. Learn English, achieve a credential, and earn college credits that can apply towards an Associate degree. https://jclibrary.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsf-qvrz0sHNDZslDUkvHiVzZnFAUn9TL9
3 events,
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
This dance class series is designed to introduce students to the social folk dance of Egypt know in the West as Belly Dance. Students will be taught the cultural and historical origins of the dance as well as the movement vocabulary of the dance involving the arms, hands, torso and hips. This is a fun, […]
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 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 […]
Meditation For Older Adults
Meditation For Older Adults
Join Amy Rutledge, a meditation guide, artist, and actor living in Jersey City, every week for a guided meditation session.
6 events,
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Every Tuesday and Thursday during October, join Ms. Vanessa and Ms. Emily for Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners Library to promote early literacy and create a love of reading. This program is weather permitting. For additional information, please call 201-547-4543.
Build A Body’s Chair Workout With Kathy Jackson
Build A Body’s Chair Workout With Kathy Jackson
Join Kathy Jackson for Build A Body's Chair Workout featuring chair aerobics and yoga.
Drag Queen Story Hour
Drag Queen Story Hour
Join Harmonica Sunbeam every week for a virtual story time focused on reading, music and movement!
8 events,
YA Grab N’ Go: Create Your Own Mason Jar Lumineers
YA Grab N’ Go: Create Your Own Mason Jar Lumineers
Pop into the Miller Branch to pick up supplies to make your own Mason Jar Lumineers!
Bollywood Dance Lessons
Bollywood Dance Lessons
Shehnaaz 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/.
Self-Love Meditation for Teens
Self-Love Meditation for Teens
Join 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 […]
8 events,
National Reptile Awareness Day
National Reptile Awareness Day
Join Five Corners Library to celebrate their cold-blooded friends for National Reptile Awareness Day. This day is observed to educate and raise awareness of threats to the natural habitats that our reptilian companions rely on to survive. Come to the Library and check out reptile books and a grab-and-go kit to complete at home.
Best Business Systems to use for Small Business Owners
Best Business Systems to use for Small Business Owners
Not sure about what systems to use to run your business or how to optimize or automate your business? It is imperative to have strong technical skills to help you run your business in today's world. When you're a small business owner, you can often wear many hats, and learning the correct type of systems […]
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Every Tuesday and Thursday during October, join Ms. Vanessa and Ms. Emily for Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners Library to promote early literacy and create a love of reading. This program is weather permitting. For additional information, please call 201-547-4543.
7 events,
Garden State Jazz Greats
Garden State Jazz Greats
Join Jazz scholar Ben Young as he explores the majesty, style, and genius of New Jersey’s jazz greats. You may already know many of these names, and all of them you should know as each of these innovators has left their indelible imprint on world culture through the incredible African American creation of Jazz. Ben […]
Heroes Are Still Super!
Heroes Are Still Super!
We are proud to promote our New Teen Comics and Graphic Novel Book Club: Heroes Are Still Super! Whether you choose to imagine yourself as a comic book character, or create something entirely fictional, feel free to craft your comic book character through: drawings, paintings, sculptures, textile arts, or costumes! (Optional)-Once you’re ready, dress up […]
Henna for Karwa Chauth
Henna for Karwa Chauth
Join Ms. Mani as she demonstrates henna in celebration of Karwa Chauth, a one-day festival where married women observe fasting from sunrise to sunset. Karwa Chauth is a romantic old north Indian ritual where the wife fasts all day for her husband's well-being.
4 events,
Arabic Storytime
Arabic Storytime
Aiya Fawzy, an educator and Jersey City native will host a story time twice a month. Popular children's books will be used, and read in English and translated in Arabic as well. Songs or a discussion may be included. Tune in to enjoy!
Fall 2021 Virtual College Fair
Fall 2021 Virtual College Fair
Our popular Virtual College Fair returns for our Fall 2021 session. Admissions officers will be on hand to provide information on admissions and enrollment and the benefits of their institutions to high school juniors, graduating seniors, and adults returning to education. Joining us will be representatives from: Borough of Manhattan Community College New Jersey City […]
Fitness with Terry: Get a Jump On Your Day
Fitness with Terry: Get a Jump On Your Day
Join Library Director Terry B. Hill for a fitness move and groove. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early, and bring a yoga mat and water. All fitness levels are welcome. Rain date: Saturday, October 30, 2021.
2 events,
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 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 […]
3 events,
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
This dance class series is designed to introduce students to the social folk dance of Egypt know in the West as Belly Dance. Students will be taught the cultural and historical origins of the dance as well as the movement vocabulary of the dance involving the arms, hands, torso and hips. This is a fun, […]
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 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 […]
Meditation For Older Adults
Meditation For Older Adults
Join Amy Rutledge, a meditation guide, artist, and actor living in Jersey City, every week for a guided meditation session.
7 events,
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Every Tuesday and Thursday during October, join Ms. Vanessa and Ms. Emily for Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners Library to promote early literacy and create a love of reading. This program is weather permitting. For additional information, please call 201-547-4543.
Build A Body’s Chair Workout With Kathy Jackson
Build A Body’s Chair Workout With Kathy Jackson
Join Kathy Jackson for Build A Body's Chair Workout featuring chair aerobics and yoga.
Drag Queen Story Hour
Drag Queen Story Hour
Join Harmonica Sunbeam every week for a virtual story time focused on reading, music and movement!
7 events,
Bollywood Dance Lessons
Bollywood Dance Lessons
Shehnaaz 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/.
Author Chat with Sonia and Rachel
Author Chat with Sonia and Rachel
Mitch and Sonja’s marriage faced challenges unlike most. Mitch fell in love with Sonja from their first meeting, but despite the passion between them, Sonja’s harrowing struggle with bipolar disorder created roadblocks to their happily ever after. Written by the couple’s daughter, An Impossible Wife is a raw, honest look at everything it takes to […]
Self-Love Meditation for Teens
Self-Love Meditation for Teens
Join 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 […]
8 events,
To successfully run your business, you’ll need to ensure that you create a customer experience that will encourage them to return. Customer service is one of the most popular and effective strategies for growing your business. Tune into this webinar to learn more about viewing and curating customer experience and ensuring you’re providing the best […]
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners
Every Tuesday and Thursday during October, join Ms. Vanessa and Ms. Emily for Parking Lot Storytime at Five Corners Library to promote early literacy and create a love of reading. This program is weather permitting. For additional information, please call 201-547-4543.
Customer Experience 101
Customer Experience 101
To successfully run your business, you'll need to ensure that you create a customer experience that will encourage them to come back and buy from you. Customer service is one of the most popular and effective strategies for growing your business. Tune into this webinar to learn more about viewing and curating customer experience and […]
8 events,
Juvenile Grab N’ Go: DIY Halloween Mask
Juvenile Grab N’ Go: DIY Halloween Mask
Pop into the Miller Branch to pick up supplies to make your own Halloween mask just in time for Halloween!
Heroes Are Still Super!
Heroes Are Still Super!
We are proud to promote our New Teen Comics and Graphic Novel Book Club: Heroes Are Still Super! Whether you choose to imagine yourself as a comic book character, or create something entirely fictional, feel free to craft your comic book character through: drawings, paintings, sculptures, textile arts, or costumes! (Optional)-Once you’re ready, dress up […]
JCFPL Halloween Parade
JCFPL Halloween Parade
Join JCFPL for our Halloween Parade with live music provided by the Bookmobile, in addition to music by children's performer and storyteller Carol Lester. This fun festivity will allow family and friends to showcase their costumes, grab candy bags, and more. The event will be located at the Priscilla Gardner Main Library on the Jersey […]
3 events,
Trick or Treat at Five Corners
Trick or Treat at Five Corners
Come Trick-or-READing at the Five Corners Branch Library! On Saturday, October 30, between 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., stop by and pick up a Halloween craft kit. Costumes are encouraged.
Halloween Snap N’ Snack
Halloween Snap N’ Snack
Feeling spooky? Come over to the Miller Branch and get your photo taken and a snack to go to celebrate Halloween!
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 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 […]
3 events,
Author Talk with Noah Neeves
Author Talk with Noah Neeves
Noah, the Kid Gamer, is a fun story that every child and parent can relate to because most children are busy with video games or television and don’t want to play outside. In this picture book, Noah, a young boy, told his own story and how he learns that playing outside with friends is fun, […]
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 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 […]
3 events,
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
This dance class series is designed to introduce students to the social folk dance of Egypt know in the West as Belly Dance. Students will be taught the cultural and historical origins of the dance as well as the movement vocabulary of the dance involving the arms, hands, torso and hips. This is a fun, […]
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 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 […]
Meditation For Older Adults
Meditation For Older Adults
Join Amy Rutledge, a meditation guide, artist, and actor living in Jersey City, every week for a guided meditation session.
4 events,
Election Day
Build A Body’s Chair Workout With Kathy Jackson
Build A Body’s Chair Workout With Kathy Jackson
Join Kathy Jackson for Build A Body's Chair Workout featuring chair aerobics and yoga.
Tech Tuesdays
Tech Tuesdays
Tech 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 […]
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 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 […]
6 events,
Bollywood Dance Lessons
Bollywood Dance Lessons
Shehnaaz 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/.
Author Chat with Dr. Barbara Ella Milton, Jr.
Author Chat with Dr. Barbara Ella Milton, Jr.
This 90-minute program will introduce the audience to Dr. Barbara Ella Milton, Jr.'s beloved mother, who died from Alzheimer's in January 2019. Barbara Ella Milton, Sr. was a resilient, black, working-class lesbian and caregiver whose story illuminates a range of caregivers' medical, financial, legal, ethical, and social welfare. Milton highlights essential behavioral, emotional, and spiritual […]
Self-Love Meditation for Teens
Self-Love Meditation for Teens
Join 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 […]
5 events,
Diwali Grab & Go Craft Kit
Diwali Grab & Go Craft Kit
Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains worldwide. Celebrate with the Five Corners Branch by picking up a take-home craft kit. We will provide materials to make your rangoli, a decorative art form created as a welcome sign.
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
This dance class series is designed to introduce students to the social folk dance of Egypt know in the West as Belly Dance. Students will be taught the cultural and historical origins of the dance as well as the movement vocabulary of the dance involving the arms, hands, torso and hips. This is a fun, […]
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 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 […]
5 events,
Heroes Are Still Super!
Heroes Are Still Super!
We are proud to promote our New Teen Comics and Graphic Novel Book Club: Heroes Are Still Super! Whether you choose to imagine yourself as a comic book character, or create something entirely fictional, feel free to craft your comic book character through: drawings, paintings, sculptures, textile arts, or costumes! (Optional)-Once you’re ready, dress up […]
Declutter with Organizer Jamie Novak
Declutter with Organizer Jamie Novak
If clutter topples out of closets and paperwork covers your table, then this decluttering series is for you. Organizing humorist and bestselling author Jamie Novak share her laugh-out-loud funny approach for what to do with all your clutter. Join Jamie Novak for live declutter sessions and wrap up each week on a clutter-free note. Log […]
2 events,
Arabic Storytime
Arabic Storytime
Aiya Fawzy, an educator and Jersey City native will host a story time twice a month. Popular children's books will be used, and read in English and translated in Arabic as well. Songs or a discussion may be included. Tune in to enjoy!
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 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 […]