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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,
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
3 events,
Science Sip & Paint
Science Sip & Paint
In honor of STEAM Week, the Jersey City Free Public Library, recipient of the NASA@ My Library Grant, will host a free Sip and Paint event at Corgi Spirits Distillery. Please register through this link: https://form.jotform.com/212924220233039 Everyone who registers will receive a 14" x 11" canvas and use paintbrushes and acrylic paint. Please come dressed in […]
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,
International Tongue Twister Day Grab and Go Packets
International Tongue Twister Day Grab and Go Packets
In celebration of International Tongue Twister Day, the Five Corner branch will hand out packets to patrons filled with hilarious and fun tongue twisters. These word games are meant to help children and adults learn the fundamentals of speech mechanics, all while giving us a good laugh.
Lovely Leaves
Lovely Leaves
Colorful leaves are a fun part of autumn. We love to celebrate their beauty and how useful they can be for our animal friends in nature. Join Ms. Ayoola for a storytime and a leaf impressions craft. The story will be "Leaf Thief," written by Alice Hemming and illustrated by Nicola Slater. "Leaf Thief" is […]
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, […]
9 events,
Grab & Go Space Craft for Carl Sagan Day
Grab & Go Space Craft for Carl Sagan Day
Carl Sagan is an American astronomer, planetary scientist, cosmologist, astrophysicist, astrobiologist, author, and science communicator. Join us as we celebrate his birthday at Five Corners Library with a grab-and-go spacecraft, and check out some space books!
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.
Strategies to Support Mental Health from an Educational Perspective
Strategies to Support Mental Health from an Educational Perspective
Are you ready to improve your mental health, but you haven't found helpful strategies? This workshop gives you concrete ideas to support mental health from an educational perspective. While this information is not a substitute for medical care, you will learn about creative supports beyond therapy and medication. Join Zoom Meeting https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/89229971963?pwd=aG1mUEcwZlZMYlBmZyszdEhJak5ZZz09 Meeting ID: 892 […]
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 […]
YearUP New Jersey Information Session
YearUP New Jersey Information Session
Join Jose Rodriguez as he discusses the YearUp NJ Program at Hudson County Community. CollegeYear Up provides free technology, business, and finance management opportunities, access to corporate mentors, and paid internships for young adults (18-26) to jumpstart their professional careers. Young adults find themselves in a full-time job immediately or shortly after graduation through a […]
9 events,
Fun Fridays: STEAM Week Celebration with Mario the Maker Magician
Fun Fridays: STEAM Week Celebration with Mario the Maker Magician
It's magic through the lens of the Maker Movement, with interactive homespun magic, Mario's signature robotics, and a healthy dose of punk rock slapstick. Belly laughs, inspiration and a live music dance party round out this upbeat, fast-paced, interactive, multimedia virtual experience. Zoom: https://www.mariothemagician.com/jcpl
Fun Fridays!
Fun Fridays!
Join us for our JCFPL STEAM Week Finale with Mario the Maker Magician! With comedy and positivity, Mario inspires kids to explore their creativity in S.T.E.A.M. It's magic through the lens of the maker movement. You've never attended a Zoom event like this before, so be sure to join us. This event is a collaboration […]
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 […]
2 events,
STEAM Week Grab and Go Math Kits
STEAM Week Grab and Go Math Kits
Come to Five Corners Branch and celebrate STEAM Week. Pick up a grab-and-go math kit filled with fun math games and trivia. Can't get to the branch, find some of the materials for the kits here and print them out at home.
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 […]
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 […]
6 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 […]
JCFPL Open SAT Prep
JCFPL Open SAT Prep
This 6-week, drop-in-style Zoom series will help you prepare for the SAT using Khan Academy. The sessions will cover utilizing Khan Academy and signing up for the SAT Exam, focusing on the types of questions found on the SAT, exploring valuable test-taking tips and strategies, and guidance on preparing on your own and taking practice […]
9 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/.
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 […]
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,
Princess Day Grab & Go Craft Kit
Princess Day Grab & Go Craft Kit
Calling all Royalty! Come to the Five Corners Branch to pick up a princess-themed craft kit in honor of National Princess Day.
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 […]
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!
The YA Lit Corner: Booktalk with Ms. Kiana
The YA Lit Corner: Booktalk with Ms. Kiana
Join Miss Kiana for a monthly review and discussion of current and brand new YA titles available at JCFPL!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
4 events,
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 […]
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 […]
Civics For The Emerging Activist
Civics For The Emerging Activist
This program intends to empower and inform citizens on the various topic of civic discourse and governance, including issues on the significance of the bill of rights, voter registration, and more.
2 events,
National Adoption Month Storytime
National Adoption Month Storytime
In celebration of National Adoption Month, JCFPL's Five Corners Branch will host a special storytime to spread awareness and encourage all of us to learn about adoption. This program aims to highlight the journey of adoption and recognize the value of all types of families.
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 […]
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 […]
5 events,
Hanukkah Grab & Go Craft Kit
Hanukkah Grab & Go Craft Kit
Celebrate Hanukkah with the Five Corners library! Stop by the Five Corners Branch to pick up a take-home craft kit. In the spirit of the festive holiday, you can make your very own dreidel or spinning top. Playing with dreidels is a fun Hanukkah tradition.
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 […]
4 events,
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 […]
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 […]
JCFPL Open SAT Prep
JCFPL Open SAT Prep
This 6-week, drop-in-style Zoom series will help you prepare for the SAT using Khan Academy. The sessions will cover utilizing Khan Academy and signing up for the SAT Exam, focusing on the types of questions found on the SAT, exploring valuable test-taking tips and strategies, and guidance on preparing on your own and taking practice […]
2 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 […]
3 events,
World Wildlife Conservation Day
World Wildlife Conservation Day
Come into Five Corners and learn about World Wildlife Conservation Day. Check out our books and grab some activities that highlight conservation efforts we can all adopt to save our planet's wildlife.
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 […]