Join us for bilingual storytime. In partnership with The Culture Tree, JCFPL is proud to present a special color-themed storytime in Hindu, Urdu, and English. This storytime features book readings from Indigrow Kids and Purple Jojo by Sameera Zia Qureshi.

This program will provide musical education on the instrument of drums.

The SAT is one of the most important tests a young adult can take, and scoring well is essential. A high score increases your chances of being admitted and makes you eligible for more scholarships -- and more scholarships mean more money in college and less debt when you graduate. Join us each week as […]

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, […]

Join Amy Rutledge, a meditation guide, artist, and actor living in Jersey City, every week for a guided meditation session.

This program goes over the basics of using Canva.com and how to create your own social media content to help you market your personal or professional events. This program will help participants better understand how to use the free plan on Canva.com.

Join JCFPL for a special book reading with Del'Shawn Taylor. Mr. Taylor is an award-winning composer, pianist, educator, and art equity activist. He recently released a children's book, "Do You Know What Makes a Man," a story of a young boy's quest to uncover what it means to be a man. Join us on Zoom: […]

Join Harmonica Sunbeam every week for a virtual story time focused on reading, music and movement!

Rachel Kaufman is an established music director and accompanist in NYC, and she has also played at piano bars and restaurants in NYC on and off for many years. In line with playing at such places, she is happy to take requests on Facebook Live, and you can sing along from the comfort of your […]

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 […]

Learn 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.

Attendees will learn about stress, how to manage stress, and essential self-care tips and ideas. Join us on Zoom: https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/85879087956

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/.

Join 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.

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 […]

Mia 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 […]

Community Awareness Series Presents its Annual Malcom X Tribute. In honor of the legacy of Malcolm X, join us for the continuation of The Struggle Continues, a panel discussion on the movement for social justice with activists, artists, and academics. Join us on Zoom: https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/82173937073?pwd=cXhzUU84eERuWmE1YlhGM3h3M1VwZz09 Meeting ID: 821 7393 7073 Passcode: 632437

Are you looking for information about JCFPL's Summer Reading Program 2021? Curious about our digital resources? Do you want a preview of upcoming library events? Then, join us on Wednesday, May 19, at 6:30 p.m. for our next virtual Town Hall. Register in advance for this webinar: https://jclibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vad_BpavTl6bRGc1sSOcAg

Join us each month as jazz scholar Ben Young highlights and explores the majesty, style, and genius of New Jersey's jazz greats. Ben will discuss each of these home state heroes' lives and contributions, providing a musical and historical context. Along with a plentiful helping of their music, it will help illustrate what made each […]

This program will go over the important foundational materials that will help you with your career transition. This program will include the importance of having a strong resume, cover letter, and additional materials to add to your portfolio.

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, […]

A fun and interactive program for teens and led by students from New Jersey City University.

Join the Jersey City Free Public Library College Readiness Team to learn how to create a dynamic resume that will set you apart from the rest of the crowd. Attendees will learn how to create and update their resume using Microsoft Word and crucial resume writing tips to make sure your resume gets noticed. The […]

Learn 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.

Reena Rock will teach Guitar to 2 Volunteer Students on FB Live weekly.

Join author Aya Khalil as she discusses her book, "The Arabic Quilt: An Immigrant Story," and engages the audience by making a tasty, fun recipe.

Join author Arlene Stein as she discusses her book Unbound: Transgender Men and the Remaking of Identity. Join us on Zoom: https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/82025382880?pwd=NEZGaTRNS1ZwRGRJNTN0Qk5BSGozdz09 Meeting ID: 820 2538 2880 Password: 340718

Join Genna Cima, Children's Health Coach and owner of Mamaste Calmn, for Fun Friday. Cima will lead a fun and kid-focused yoga session to help teach children about mindfulness through movement. Why yoga? Because it: * Gives a sense of identity * Increases positive body image * Teaches self-care * Brings awareness to emotions * […]

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 […]

Join Ms. Tyara to create, build, and express your creativity with LEGO. Zoom meeting details below: https://zoom.us/join Meeting ID: 845 5562 8666 Passcode: 538655

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.

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!

Join us in Hamilton Park (located by the gazebo) on Saturday, May 22 at 1:30 p.m. for an author talk with Katie Cadamatre, as she reads her new book, "청소하자 (cheong-so-ha-ja) Let’s Clean Up." Discover all the ways you can clean up together in this Korean-English bilingual book that brings the entire family together. Katie […]

Sung J. Woo, author of Everything Asian (2009), Love Love (2015), and Skin Deep (2020) will talk about his experience growing up Korean American and his journey as a writer. Join us for this event at Hamilton Park! Meet us by the gazebo (center of park) for some library fun. Masks are required for all […]

The SAT is one of the most important tests a young adult can take, and scoring well is essential. A high score increases your chances of being admitted and makes you eligible for more scholarships -- and more scholarships mean more money in college and less debt when you graduate. Join us each week as […]

Join Kulture Kool for a dance and music performance, an interactive presentation on India, and arts and crafts. Join us for this event at Hamilton Park! Meet us by the gazebo (center of park) for some library fun. Masks are required for all participants above the age of 2. Social distancing will be respected. Hamilton […]

The Filipino School of New York & New Jersey will perform a series of traditional dances and provide a Filipino martial arts demonstration. Join us for this event at Hamilton Park! Meet us by the gazebo (center of park) for some library fun. Masks are required for all participants above the age of 2. Social […]

Join us for The Living Room Concert featuring the Nobuki Takamen Jazz Trio. Join us on Zoom: https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/89905208148?pwd=cE13ZnFiNWxSSDNTUng2NGFiU0NyZz09 Meeting ID: 899 0520 8148 Passcode: 765645