Library Card Sign-Up and Father’s Day Craft Give Away
Marion Branch 1017 West Side Ave., Jersey City
Week of Events
Sunday, June 13, 2021
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June 13, 2021 -Culture Tree Storytime Series: Foods of India
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June 13, 2021 -Happy Juneteenth Craft Distribution
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June 13, 2021 -Learn How to Play Piano with Omayra
Culture Tree Storytime Series: Foods of India
Join us on a virtual trip to experience the foods and spices of India. This virtual event is organized by, The Culture Tree, a literacy organization that celebrates South Asian cultures. We'll receive an introduction to Indian foods from Dr. Kanchan Koya, reading "The Tiffin Gang" by author Shweta Ganesh Kumar, and learning the "Spice […]
Happy Juneteenth Craft Distribution
Come and visit the Marion Branch Library to borrow books, sign up for a library card, access any library services, and receive a Juneteenth Craft to do at home to celebrate and learn about Juneteenth. Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control […]
Monday, June 14, 2021
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June 14, 2021 -Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
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June 14, 2021 -Happy Juneteenth Craft Distribution
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June 14, 2021 -Meditation For Older Adults
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, […]
Happy Juneteenth Craft Distribution
Come and visit the Marion Branch Library to borrow books, sign up for a library card, access any library services, and receive a Juneteenth Craft to do at home to celebrate and learn about Juneteenth. Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control […]
Meditation For Older Adults
Join Amy Rutledge, a meditation guide, artist, and actor living in Jersey City, every week for a guided meditation session.
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
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June 15, 2021 -Happy Juneteenth Craft Distribution
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June 15, 2021 -Drag Queen Story Hour
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June 15, 2021 -Pick A Song, Any Song!
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June 15, 2021 -Tech Tuesdays
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June 15, 2021 -NPower, NJ Tech Fundamentals: How to Apply for Our Next Cohort
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June 15, 2021 -NJ Driver License Info Session
Happy Juneteenth Craft Distribution
Come and visit the Marion Branch Library to borrow books, sign up for a library card, access any library services, and receive a Juneteenth Craft to do at home to celebrate and learn about Juneteenth. Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control […]
Drag Queen Story Hour
Join Harmonica Sunbeam every week for a virtual story time focused on reading, music and movement!
Pick A Song, Any Song!
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
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 […]
NPower, NJ Tech Fundamentals: How to Apply for Our Next Cohort
NPower NJ is now accepting applications for its free IT training program launching in August 2021. Join us as we outline program offerings as well as our application process. Our Mission is to "create pathways to economic prosperity by launching digital careers for military veterans and young adults from underserved communities." About Tech Fundamentals: 16-week […]
NJ Driver License Info Session
Join us via Zoom for updates on how New Jersey residents, regardless of immigration status, can obtain a driver license or state ID. Co-sponsored by The Center for Undocumented Students. Presented by Katy and Viri from the NJ Alliance for Immigrant Justice. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/jcjune15
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
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June 16, 2021 -Bollywood Dance Lessons
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June 16, 2021 -Yo Re Mi Yoga
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June 16, 2021 -Happy Juneteenth Craft Distribution
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June 16, 2021 -Summer Reading Program Preview
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June 16, 2021 -Cooking with Heifa from Fufu’s Kitchen
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June 16, 2021 -Self-Love Meditation for Teens
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June 16, 2021 -Storytime with Mia the Saint Bernard
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June 16, 2021 -HCCC Honors Program Information Session
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June 16, 2021 -Garden State Jazz Greats Series
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/.
Yo Re Mi Yoga
Yo Re Mi combines three enrichment classes - music, yoga and mindfulness - into one effective and affordable class that enhances learning, encourages creativity and imagination, while promoting whole-child wellness.
Happy Juneteenth Craft Distribution
Come and visit the Marion Branch Library to borrow books, sign up for a library card, access any library services, and receive a Juneteenth Craft to do at home to celebrate and learn about Juneteenth. Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control […]
Summer Reading Program Preview
Come and enjoy an in-person preview of the Jersey City Free public Library's annual Summer Reading Program on Wednesday, June 16, from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Staff will be available to answer all questions pertaining to the Summer Reading Program. Balloons and snacks will be available! Main Branch, 472 Jersey Ave, Jersey City, NJ […]
Cooking with Heifa from Fufu’s Kitchen
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.
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 […]
Storytime with Mia the Saint Bernard
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 […]
HCCC Honors Program Information Session
The Honors Program at Hudson County Community College is a small community of academically gifted, intellectually curious, and highly motivated students who thrive on active learning. We offer small, interdisciplinary courses that encourage problem-based learning and support creative thinking. Join us for our Information Session regarding the eligibility, requirements, and benefits of being part of […]
Garden State Jazz Greats Series
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 […]
Thursday, June 17, 2021
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June 17, 2021 -Sharing The World With Raptors
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June 17, 2021 -Egyptian Style Belly Dance with Tarik Sultan
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June 17, 2021 -Happy Juneteenth Craft Distribution
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June 17, 2021 -Library Card Sign-Up and Father’s Day Craft Give Away
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June 17, 2021 -Summer Reading Program Kick Off Party
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June 17, 2021 -Father’s Day Celebration
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June 17, 2021 -History of Juneteenth
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June 17, 2021 -Let’s Talk About That Series
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June 17, 2021 -Hudson Helps: Holistic Support Services at HCCC
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June 17, 2021 -#JCLibraryLove Reena Rock’s Socially Distanced Guitar Class at Canco Park
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June 17, 2021 -#JCLibraryLove Open Stage at Canco Park Hosted by Reena Rock
Sharing The World With Raptors
Join The Raptor Trust to learn what raptors are and discover the different adaptations these fascinating predatory birds use as daytime (diurnal) and nighttime (nocturnal) hunters. You will get to know some of the more common raptors that reside in New Jersey and discover their roles in our state’s diverse ecosystems. This program includes introducing […]
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, […]
Happy Juneteenth Craft Distribution
Come and visit the Marion Branch Library to borrow books, sign up for a library card, access any library services, and receive a Juneteenth Craft to do at home to celebrate and learn about Juneteenth. Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control […]
Library Card Sign-Up and Father’s Day Craft Give Away
Sign up for a library card and receive a Father's Day Craft. Craft supplies are limited and will be given out on a first come, first served basis. Join us for this event at the Marion Branch. Masks are required for all participants above the age of 2. Social distancing will be respected.
Summer Reading Program Kick Off Party
Join the Summer Reading Program Team to kickoff the start of the Summer Reading Program on Facebook Live. Get ready for a virtual magic show with Francis Menotti and a presentation from yo-yo performer and visual artist, Justin Weber. All ages are welcome to join!
Father’s Day Celebration
Father's Day celebration is honoring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. Masks are required for all participants above the age of 2. Social distancing will be respected. Jersey City Free Public Library: Miller Branch, 489 Bergen Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304, https://goo.gl/maps/pb1uppQYKSmrgTEd9
History of Juneteenth
Join JCFPL for a conversation on why we celebrate Juneteenth and the history of the holiday. Juneteenth (short for “June Nineteenth”) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. The troops’ arrival came a full two and […]
Let’s Talk About That Series
A fun and interactive program for teens and led by students from New Jersey City University.
Hudson Helps: Holistic Support Services at HCCC
This presentation will bring awareness to all of the beautiful holistic wrap-around services offered outside the Hudson County Community College classroom. Hudson Helps seeks to provide a thorough list of services, programs, and resources that address many basic needs of our HCCC community members beyond the classroom. The mission of Hudson Helps to provide thoughtful, […]
#JCLibraryLove Reena Rock’s Socially Distanced Guitar Class at Canco Park
Join Reena Rock for a socially distanced beginner guitar class in Canco Park for ages ten and up. Bring a picnic blanket and a guitar. Weather permitting, this event will happen weekly at Canco Park. Join in person or tune in on Facebook! Canco Park, 47 Dey St, Jersey City, NJ 07306, https://goo.gl/maps/XCgADysGNGSTtvSE7
#JCLibraryLove Open Stage at Canco Park Hosted by Reena Rock
Join the Jersey City Free Public Library for an open mic and stage night for all ages and all genres. Bring a picnic blanket and musical instruments. A food truck will be available. Weather permitting, this event will happen weekly at Canco Park. Masks are required for all participants above the age of 2. Social […]
Friday, June 18, 2021
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June 18, 2021 -Reflections of Juneteenth with Dr. Jason Hendrikson
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June 18, 2021 -Civics For The Emerging Activist
Reflections of Juneteenth with Dr. Jason Hendrikson
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, is a celebration to commemorate African American freedom in the United States on June 19, 1865. Join Dr. Jason Hendrickson and Issac Green as they emphasize the meaning and history of Juneteenth. Jason T. Hendrickson, Ph.D., is associate professor of English at LaGuardia Community College at the City University […]
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.
Saturday, June 19, 2021
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June 19, 2021 -Arabic Storytime
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June 19, 2021 -The YA Lit Corner: Booktalk with Ms. Kiana
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June 19, 2021 -YA Lit Corner with Miss Kiana
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June 19, 2021 -African Cultural Arts Family Festival
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
Join Miss Kiana for a monthly review and discussion of current and brand new YA titles available at JCFPL!
YA Lit Corner with Miss Kiana
Join Miss Kiana for a monthly review and discussion of current and brand new YA titles available at JCFPL.
African Cultural Arts Family Festival
Join us for the annual African Cultural Arts Family Festival and Juneteenth commemoration at Berry Lane Park. There will be live music, an information-sharing zone, African Marketplace, and food. Berry Lane Park, 1000 Garfield Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304, https://goo.gl/maps/pKXUJ6QKqsi2dDqT7.