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MOVIE (second showing) - WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25th at 12:30 PM

Showing: Lady Bird. Rated R, running time 94 min. Presented free; pre-registration is NOT required.

PAJAMA PARTY STORYTIME - WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25th at 6:30 PM

Put on some PJs and join us for a special bedtime storytime! Bring a stuffed animal to leave overnight at the library and we will take photos so you can see all of the mischief your friends have gotten into overnight! Then come back the next day to pick up your animal and hear all about his adventures!

COMMON GROUND SUPPORT GROUP - THURSDAY, APRIL 26th at 6:30 PM

For parents & caregivers. Common Ground is a monthly support group for parents & caregivers of individuals with special needs. This month's meeting will feature open topic group discussion.

KID CRAFT - FRIDAY, APRIL 27th at 3:00 PM

$1 materials fee; registration is required! Join us for an afternoon of fun with paints! Participants can choose from a selection of wood crafts to paint.

CROCHET CLASS SESSION 2 - SATURDAY, APRIL 14th at 10:00 AM

For adults and teens age 14 & older; registration is required.

STAR WARS DAY - SATURDAY, APRIL 28th at 2:00 PM

All ages; this program will be held at the Senior Center. Calling all Jedi! Calling all Jedi! Join us for an appearance of the 501st Legion Vader's Fist... plus Star Wars activities, activities, and photo ops!

AUTISM AWARENESS EVENT - SUNDAY, APRIL 29th, 2:00 PM

Join us for a special program to celebrate Autism Awareness Month, featuring 'Ausome' balloon artist Eddie Lin, the ambassador for Autism NJ, sensory crafts & activities, meditation with Ms. Aimee, storytime featuring This is Logan, Special Olympics coaches, and more!

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP - MONDAYS at 10:30 AM

JOB SEARCH COACHING - MONDAYS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!

CHINESE/ENGLISH STORYTIME - MONDAY, APRIL 30th at 1:30 PM

MONDAY NIGHT MOVIES - MONDAY, APRIL 30th at 6:30 PM

Showing: The Greatest Showman. Rated PG, running time 105 min. Popcorn is provided! Presented free; pre-registration is NOT required. Click here to see the schedule for upcoming movies.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP - TUESDAYS at 1:00 PM

MOVIE (second showing) - WEDNESDAY, MAY 2nd at 12:30 PM

Showing: The Greatest Showman. Rated PG, running time 105 min. Presented free; pre-registration is NOT required.

MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - WEDNESDAY, MAY 2nd at 4:00 PM

STAR WARS CRAFTERNOON - FRIDAY, MAY 4th at 3:30 PM

Ages 6 and up. Registration required. Join us for an afternoon of Star Wars themed crafts!

SQUARE FOOT GARDENING 101 - SATURDAY, MAY 5th at 2:00 PM

Registration required. This informative presentation introduces the basic principles of Square Foot Gardening and it's innovative approach to vegetable gardening in less space, with less time and less work. This method is great for the beginner gardener as well as the seasoned and weary gardener looking to cultivate a beautiful and productive garden. Presented by Althea Llewellyn, an Environmental Educator at the Reeves-Reed Arboretum, and a Square Foot Gardening Specialist. She wants to empower individuals to grow their own food, and wants everyone to discover that anyone can develop a green thumb!

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP - MONDAYS at 10:30 AM

JOB SEARCH COACHING - MONDAYS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!

CHINESE/ENGLISH STORYTIME - MONDAY, MAY 7th at 1:30 PM

SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIME - MONDAY, MAY 7th at 6:30 PM

MONDAY NIGHT MOVIES - MONDAY, MAY 7th at 6:30 PM

Showing: The Post. Rated PG-13, running time 116 min. Popcorn is provided! Presented free; pre-registration is NOT required. Click here to see the schedule for upcoming movies.

PAJAMA STORYTIME - TUESDAY, MAY 8th at 10:30 AM

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP - TUESDAYS at 1:00 PM

PAJAMA STORYTIME - WEDNESDAY, MAY 9th at 10:30 AM

MOVIE (second showing) - WEDNESDAY, MAY 9th at 12:30 PM

Showing: The Post. Rated PG-13, running time 116 min. Presented free; pre-registration is NOT required.

KID'S CORNER BOOK CLUB - THURSDAY, MAY 10th at 6:30 PM

Ages 8 - 10. This month's title is Lost Treasure of the Emerald Eye by Geronimo Stilton. Stop by the Adult Reference Desk to pick up a copy, take it home to read, and then join us for a discussion!

VEGGIES & YOU: PLANT-BASED SUPERFOODS - THURSDAY, MAY 10th at 7:00 PM

Registration required. Do you want to add more whole, nutrient dense vegetables, grain and fruits to your diet? We'll cover the many health benefits of a plant based diet, basic nutrition, what products are available in the supermarket, why you might want to choose organic and non-GMO foods, and transitioning to a more compassionate lifestyle. Handouts will include menus and recipes. Susan Rose, Vegetarian Lifestyle Coach, will also present a simple meditation technique that can be practiced at home by young and old.

TWEEN CRAFT PROGRAM - FRIDAY, MAY 11th at 3:30 PM

Ages 9 and up. Please register! Join us for an afternoon of creative fun making your own lip balm!

CHESS CLUB - SATURDAY, MAY 12th at 11:30 AM

Ages 6 and up. Beginners to advanced players welcome!

LIBRARY CLOSED - SUNDAY, MAY 13th (Mother's Day)

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP - MONDAYS at 10:30 AM

JOB SEARCH COACHING - MONDAYS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!

CHINESE/ENGLISH STORYTIME - MONDAY, MAY 14th at 1:30 PM

MONDAY NIGHT MOVIES - MONDAY, MAY 14th at 6:30 PM

Showing: Molly's Game. Rated R, running time 140 min. Popcorn is provided! Presented free; pre-registration is NOT required. Click here to see the schedule for upcoming movies.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP - TUESDAYS at 1:00 PM

EASY READER BOOK CLUB - WEDNESDAY, MAY 15th at 3:30 PM

Ages 6 - 8. Newly-minted readers are invited to join us as we read and then discuss an Easy Reader title at our monthly meeting. Titles are read together as a group, but if you would like to pick up a copy prior to the meeting, they are available at the Adult Reference desk!

MOVIE (second showing) - WEDNESDAY, MAY 16th at 12:30 PM

Showing: Molly's Game. Rated R, running time 140 min. For this showing only, Papa John's of South Plainfield will be providing two pizzas! Presented free; pre-registration is NOT required.

TWEEN MOVIE CLUB - WEDNESDAY, MAY 16th at 3:00 PM

Showing: Ender's Game. Ages 11 and up. Join us each month as we screen a classic tween movie and then have a discussion about the film!

ROCK OUT WITH MR. RAY - WEDNESDAY, MAY 16th at 6:30 PM

Come and join us for a rockin' and rollin' sing along with children's music performer Mr Ray! THIS PROGRAM WILL BE HELD IN THE LIBRARY.

PIZZA & PAGES: YOUNG ADULT BOOK CLUB - THURSDAY, MAY 17th at 3:30 PM

Grades 7 and up. Join us as we meet each month to discuss a book while enjoying some pizza! This month's book is The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne. Participants should pick up a copy at the adult reference desk and read it prior to the meeting. A big thank you to Papa John's of South Plainfield for sponsoring this meeting!

SPANISH/ENGLISH STORYTIME - THURSDAY, MAY 17th at 6:30 PM

ANIME CLUB - FRIDAY, MAY 18th at 3:30 PM

Ages 10 and up. At the May meeting we'll be viewing Ponyo.

HOLI CELEBRATION - SATURDAY, MAY 19th from 12:00 - 2:00 PM

Join us for an afternoon of family fun as we learn about Holi, the Indian Festival of Colors! If weather permits, we will move part of the event outside so we can celebrate in the traditional way - with a small amount of dry powdered color and/or water - so please dress appropriately. A plain white T-shirt is recommended, but playing with colors is optional!

SPECIAL NEEDS SENSORY STORYTIME - SUNDAY, MAY 20th at 2:00 PM

For pre-school to young adult aged individuals with special needs. This program is designed to be an inclusive event for pre-school to young adult aged individuals with special needs. Sensory Storytime will be presented in a way to make participants more comfortable than they might be at a standard storytime.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP - MONDAYS at 10:30 AM

JOB SEARCH COACHING - MONDAYS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!

CHINESE/ENGLISH STORYTIME - MONDAY, MAY 21st at 1:30 PM

K-POP TWEEN DANCE WORKSHOP - MONDAY, MAY 21st at 4:00 PM

6th grade and up. Registration required! Want to learn moves like your favorite K-POP artist? Join instructor Enoch Jo for an afternoon of K-POP dance improv!

MONDAY NIGHT MOVIES - MONDAY, MAY 21st at 6:30 PM

Showing: All the Money in the World. Rated R, running time 132 min. Popcorn is provided! Presented free; pre-registration is NOT required. Click here to see the schedule for upcoming movies.

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP - TUESDAYS at 1:00 PM

MOVIE (second showing) - WEDNESDAY, MAY 23rd at 12:30 PM

Showing: All the Money in the World. Rated R, running time 132 min. Presented free; pre-registration is NOT required.

PAJAMA STORYTIME - WEDNESDAY, MAY 23rd at 6:30 PM

TABLETOP GAMING - WEDNESDAY, MAY 23rd at 3:00 PM

Ages 10 and up. Get back to basics with an afternoon of tabletop gaming! From a fantasy RPG like Dungeons & Dragon to a simple board game, you can choose anything that does not require power.

SPAGHETTI ENGINEERING CHALLENGE - THURSDAY, MAY 24th at 3:00 PM

How tall of a structure can you make out of uncooked spaghetti and marshmallows before it topples over? Have fun and show off your engineering skills at the library!

STEAM PROGRAM - FRIDAY, MAY 25th at 3:00 PM

Ages 6 and up. Please register! What is STEAM? Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Give it a try at our afternoon of creative constructing with straws and connectors !

MARIO KART BLINDFOLD CHALLENGE - SATURDAY, MAY 26th at 1:30 PM

Ages 8 and up. MUST REGISTER WITH A PARTNER! This competition will take place in pairs with the blindfolded player taking direction from their (unblindfolded) partner!

LIBRARY CLOSED - SUNDAY & MONDAY, MAY 27th - 28th (Memorial Day)

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP - TUESDAYS at 1:00 PM

STORYTIME & CRAFT CANCELLED - WEDNESDAY, MAY 30th at 6:30 PM

CODING DOJO - WEDNESDAY, MAY 30th at 3:30 PM

Ages 10 and up. Space limited, registration is required! Come and learn the basics of coding. Bring your own laptop - or use one of ours!

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Clubs, Meetings, Classes & Series

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

For the schedule of ongoing children's programs (storytimes, book clubs, playtimes & more), please visit our Kids page.

TEEN PROGRAMS

For the schedule of ongoing programs for teens, please visit our Teen page.

TUESDAY BOOK CLUB - TUESDAY, APRIL 10th at 4:00 PM

Currently, the afternoon book club meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 4PM. Join us for great discussions about fascinating books - all are welcome! Registration is NOT required. CLICK HERE for the list of reading selections for 2018.

MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - WEDNESDAY, MAY 2nd at 4:00 PM

Calling all mystery lovers: Join us for the South Plainfield Mystery Book Club! Registration is NOT required - all are welcome. CLICK HERE for the full list of reading selections through June 2018.

DROP-IN HOMESCHOOLING SUPPORT GROUP - MOST THURSDAYS at 3:30 PM

For parents. Please check the Children's Room Calendar for schedule. Are you curious about homeschooling? An experienced homeschooler who would like to meet others? Ms Stella (a seasoned homeschooling mom herself) invites you to stop by on Thursday afternoons between 3:30 - 5:00 PM for an informal Drop In Homeschooling Support Group during Lego Builders Club. Chat about homeschooling while the kids are busy with Legos!

ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP 1 - MONDAYS at 10:30 AM
ENGLISH CONVERSATION GROUP 2 - TUESDAYS at 1:00 PM

Would you like to practice speaking English in an informal setting? The more you talk, the easier it gets! If you would like to practice English, join our conversation group for ESL students and all learners. Native speakers of any language are welcome. Registration is appreciated, but please feel free to drop in to either group that is convenient. You may register at the front desk. Click here for a flyer.

JOB SEARCH COACHING - MONDAYS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY!

We are pleased to announce that we will be partnering with the Professional Services Group of New Brunswick (PSGNB) to offer a program to help job seekers with writing resumes and other job search skills. Beginning in June, PSGNB will provide a volunteer to hold on-site, one-on-one coaching sessions customized to meet the needs of the individual job seeker. Sessions will be by appointment only on Mondays from 1:00 - 4:00 PM, and at other times subject to availability. PSGNB is a member-supported organization that has helped over 9,000 people find their next job. They provide free Job Search Skills Seminars and a Job Seeker Support Group at the Piscataway libraries. Visit their website PSGNB.org for details. To sign up for an appointment, please call or visit the South Plainfield Library. Click here for a flyer (revised). For links to helpful job-searching resources, see Useful Websites: JOBS & CAREERS.

INDIVIDUAL COMPUTER TRAINING SESSIONS

Need some computer help, or just a quick refresher on how to use Word, Powerpoint, setting up an email account, or just some Internet basics? Call or stop by the library and sign up for an appointment with a member of the Reference staff. Someone will work with you between 45-60 minutes. Click here for a flyer.

MONDAY NIGHT MOVIES

Brand new DVD releases are usually (but not always!) shown on Mondays at 6:30 PM and usually (but not always!) re-run on Wednesdays at 12:15 PM. Presented free; Registration is NOT required. CLICK HERE to see the schedule of upcoming movies.

CROCHET CLASSES - CHECK CALENDAR FOR SCHEDULE

This program is for adults and teens age 14 & older; registration is required. Series of two hands-on classes teaching basic crochet techniques. Presenter Charlene Varry is a crochet expert who will help you with any crochet problems or questions you my have! Contact the Library for needed materials list. (For related resources, see our Needlework Webfinder.)

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY

The Friends of the South Plainfield Public Library is a non-profit organization whose members support the Library through advocacy, volunteer services, and fundraising. Friends of the Library meetings are generally held on the fourth Thursday of the month, at 7:00 PM in the library. All are welcome! Please call the library to confirm time and date.

LIBRARY BOARD of TRUSTEES

The Library Board generally meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM at the South Plainfield Public Library. All are welcome! Meeting schedules are subject to change. For upcoming meeting dates, please check the Library Calendar.

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