This program will provide musical education on the piano.

  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

Join the well-renowned Harmonica Sunbeam at Van Vorst Park, as she will read stories to promote inclusion, tolerance, and diversity to young children. Van Vorst Park, 257-287 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ 07302, https://goo.gl/maps/TwL8pVgQwTr8qYPg6 Masks are required for all participants above the age of 2. Social distancing will be respected.

Come along for Drag-Queen Story hour with Harmonica, followed by a fun craft! Van Vorst Park, 257-287 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ 07302, https://goo.gl/maps/TwL8pVgQwTr8qYPg6 Masks are required for all participants above the age of 2. Social distancing will be respected.

Come say hello to Mr. William, Ms. Susannah, and Ms. Charlene! Mr. William will lead a meet and greet and an interactive story hour! Join Ms. Charlene for a fun Move and Groove and Gymboree event! Van Vorst Park, 257-287 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ 07302, https://goo.gl/maps/TwL8pVgQwTr8qYPg6 Masks are required for all participants above the […]

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 HCCC for a presentation which will cover: -HCCC’s return to campus this fall, including remote and online options -An overview of academics, programs, and support services -Steps to applying and enrolling -Q & A Session with Alumni and Staff To join the Zoom meeting: https://jclibrary.zoom.us/j/89545077395 Meeting ID: 895 4507 7395

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

Celebrate National Coloring Day with the Five Corners Branch Library. Visit the circulation desk between 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. to pick up a grab-and-go coloring kit and let your imagination run wild.

Join Ms. Angie and Mr. William for fun music, dancing, and stories. You can find us at the gazebo (center of park) in Hamilton Park. Masks are required for all participants above the age of 2. Social distancing will be respected. Hamilton Park, 25 W Hamilton Pl, Jersey City, NJ 07302, https://goo.gl/maps/jC6rMveEBM3jTxz79

Join JCFPL staff for story time, music, chalk games, jump rope contest, yoga, crafts, library card signup and performers. Join us at Columbia Park at 156 Winfield Ave. Jersey City, NJ 07305  

Join JCFPL staff for story time, music, chalk games, jump rope contest, yoga, crafts, library card signup and performers. Join us at Audobon Park at 18 Audubon Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07305.  

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

Join the JCFPL staff for some fun at Berry Lane Park. The JCFPL staff will present craft sessions, Move & Groove, games, and much more.

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 […]

Join NPower for an information session on their technology fundamentals courses. NPower's tuition-FREE program offers all the skills and coaching you need to jumpstart your career in technology. In our Tech Fundamentals program, you will master the basics of IT with real world application and credentials. This program includes: 16-week instructor-led virtual training, opportunity for […]

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 […]

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 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.

In celebration of Welcoming Week 2021, Immigrants Are Us: The (G)eneration Project, in partnership with Jersey City Free Public Library, Welcome Home Jersey City, and WalkBye, present an interactive public history event in the Journal Square PATH Plaza. It's so easy to forget you are probably an immigrant too! At this pop-in event, participants can […]

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 […]

CANCELLED 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 […]

Community Awareness Series, in collaboration with Cultural Affairs, presents our annual celebration of the cultural arts as we honor Hispanic Heritage Month with live music in the park. Tune in today for Wilson "Chembo" Corneil. Canco Park: 47 Dey Street, Jersey City, NJ, 07306  

Join us for an author talk with author Ashley Franklin as she discusses her new picture book, Better Together, Cinderella, and engage viewers in a fun story time.

This session will focus on Reimagining College Essay Writing. From California to New York, GiO2College sessions provide participants with unique insights gathered from personal and professional experiences from private and public colleges, high schools, middle schools, and community based organizations. Dynamic, high-energy, and entertaining, GiO2College will cover key topics each month that are most prevalent. […]

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 […]

Join Mr. William live on Facebook as he reads books about famous Hispanic people during his story hour.

We all have a lot to handle during these challenging times, so feeling stressed or anxious is to be expected. We’ll discuss how to communicate effectively with employees in person or remotely to ensure that you’re maintaining a comfortable, professional workspace during this program. Learn how to communicate with employees and improve your managerial skills.

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 us at Van Vorst Park (located at the gazebo) every week for arts & crafts, exercise, gardening, poetry, and more. Participants will get a free library card on the spot. This program is not for children. However, families are welcome if adults or teens participate. Masks are required for all participants. Social distancing will […]

Join the JCFPL staff for some fun outdoor activities at Berry Lane Park. The JCFPL staff will present music, open mic sessions, crafts, games and much more.

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. Canco Park, 47 Dey St, Jersey City, NJ 07306, https://goo.gl/maps/XCgADysGNGSTtvSE7

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 […]

Have fun harnessing the power of forces. Apply your knowledge of the forces behind Sir Isaac Newton’s three laws of motion by studying movement and conducting different experiments with Ms. Rosa from the Liberty Science Center. Register in advance for this webinar: https://jclibrary.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sOJI7WajTfSybhKqz80uWw

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 […]

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

Join Ms. Emily and Ms. Vanessa in the Five Corners Branch parking lot for fun and educational STEAM activities.

Join Ms. Emily and Ms. Vanessa for a celebration of the Hindu holiday of Ganesh Chaturthi. This festive holiday honors the elephant-headed God, Ganesha.

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.

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 […]

Join Miss Kiana for a monthly review and discussion of current and brand new YA titles available at JCFPL!

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Five Corners Library and join Liliane Wolf and Mariah Ralph for a traditional Zapotec dance class.

  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