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Crafty Tales
Crafty Tales
Designed for children between 2 and 5 years of age, this program promotes creativity by pairing a book with a craft. Registration is required and will open on Monday, January 20th to children who are residents of Scotch Plains only. When registering, please use the child's card number. Cardholders from other neighboring communities will open…
Pajama Storytime
Pajama Storytime
Children are invited to join us for a fun and exciting nighttime storytime! Grab your favorite stuffed animal and wear your pajamas for a fun evening of stories and songs. This program is geared for children ages 1 to 3 but all are welcome! ASL interpretation will be provided. Registration is required and will…
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Storytots
Storytots
Dive into a world of wonder with Storytots, our delightful storytime adventure for little ones aged 18 to 35 months and their caregivers! Each session is a magical mix of stories, singing, and fun-filled play. Together, we’ll explore charming picture books, sing songs, and enjoy interactive activities that spark creativity and support early learning. Get…
Library Closing at 1pm
Library Closing at 1pm
The Library will close to the public at 1:00pm to prepare for the Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District Bond Referendum.
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Budding Bookworms
Budding Bookworms
Join us for Budding Bookworms, where babies from birth to 17 months dive into a world of sensory fun with stories, songs, and playful movement activities! This engaging program, designed for little ones and their caregivers, sparks early literacy skills and offers a joyful, interactive experience. Afterwards, little ones and their caregivers can stick around…
Science Club
Science Club
Join us to explore the wonders of science and investigate your curiosities with The Science Club! Come for fascinating science experiments, snacks, learning, and fun! This month's theme is Under the Sea. This event is run by amazing volunteers from our Teen Advisory Board. For grades K-5. Register below; space is limited.
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Storytots
Storytots
Dive into a world of wonder with Storytots, our delightful storytime adventure for little ones aged 18 to 35 months and their caregivers! Each session is a magical mix of stories, singing, and fun-filled play. Together, we’ll explore charming picture books, sing songs, and enjoy interactive activities that spark creativity and support early learning. Get…
Coding Sprouts
Coding Sprouts
Coding Sprouts is a fun program for K-2 students to explore the basics of coding. Each month, kids will try unplugged activities to build problem-solving skills, then play interactive coding games on iPads to reinforce their learning. It’s a hands-on, engaging way to introduce young learners to the world of coding! Registration required. Registration is…
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Take Your Child to the Library Day!
Take Your Child to the Library Day!
Join us this Saturday for a day of fun at the Scotch Plains Public Library! At 10:00 we will be having our family storytime featuring books about the love of reading! Families can stop by and take a chance at our February scavenger hunt, participate in our I Love the Library collage during and from…
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Crafty Tales
Crafty Tales
Designed for children between 2 and 5 years of age, this program promotes creativity by pairing a book with a craft. Registration is required and will open on Monday, January 27th to children who are residents of Scotch Plains only. When registering, please use the child's card number. Cardholders from other neighboring communities will open…
2 events,
Storytots
Storytots
Dive into a world of wonder with Storytots, our delightful storytime adventure for little ones aged 18 to 35 months and their caregivers! Each session is a magical mix of stories, singing, and fun-filled play. Together, we’ll explore charming picture books, sing songs, and enjoy interactive activities that spark creativity and support early learning. Get…
Coding Wizards
Coding Wizards
Are you curious about how video games are made or interested in creating your own apps? Children age 8-12 are invited to join our new club - Coding Wizards. This self-paced after school club introducing activities. This program is open to Scotch Plains residents only and is run through our Fiero Code subscription. Registration will…
1 event,
Budding Bookworms
Budding Bookworms
Join us for Budding Bookworms, where babies from birth to 17 months dive into a world of sensory fun with stories, songs, and playful movement activities! This engaging program, designed for little ones and their caregivers, sparks early literacy skills and offers a joyful, interactive experience. Afterwards, little ones and their caregivers can stick around…
1 event,
Storytots
Storytots
Dive into a world of wonder with Storytots, our delightful storytime adventure for little ones aged 18 to 35 months and their caregivers! Each session is a magical mix of stories, singing, and fun-filled play. Together, we’ll explore charming picture books, sing songs, and enjoy interactive activities that spark creativity and support early learning. Get…
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Saturday Storytime
Saturday Storytime
The entire family is welcome to join us for this storytime each Saturday! Children and their caregivers can increase language development and comprehension with our stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is not required for this event.
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Crafty Tales
Crafty Tales
Designed for children between 2 and 5 years of age, this program promotes creativity by pairing a book with a craft. Registration is required and will open on Monday, February 3rd to children who are residents of Scotch Plains only. When registering, please use the child's card number. Cardholders from other neighboring communities will open…
Friends of the Library meeting
Friends of the Library meeting
Current and potential Friends members are encouraged to attend this meeting to discuss plans for supporting the library. If you would like to attend via Zoom, please register in advance.
2 events,
Storytots
Storytots
Dive into a world of wonder with Storytots, our delightful storytime adventure for little ones aged 18 to 35 months and their caregivers! Each session is a magical mix of stories, singing, and fun-filled play. Together, we’ll explore charming picture books, sing songs, and enjoy interactive activities that spark creativity and support early learning. Get…
Coding Wizards
Coding Wizards
Are you curious about how video games are made or interested in creating your own apps? Children age 8-12 are invited to join our new club - Coding Wizards. This self-paced after school club introducing activities. This program is open to Scotch Plains residents only and is run through our Fiero Code subscription. Registration will…
1 event,
Budding Bookworms
Budding Bookworms
Join us for Budding Bookworms, where babies from birth to 17 months dive into a world of sensory fun with stories, songs, and playful movement activities! This engaging program, designed for little ones and their caregivers, sparks early literacy skills and offers a joyful, interactive experience. Afterwards, little ones and their caregivers can stick around…
1 event,
Storytots
Storytots
Dive into a world of wonder with Storytots, our delightful storytime adventure for little ones aged 18 to 35 months and their caregivers! Each session is a magical mix of stories, singing, and fun-filled play. Together, we’ll explore charming picture books, sing songs, and enjoy interactive activities that spark creativity and support early learning. Get…
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Saturday Storytime
Saturday Storytime
The entire family is welcome to join us for this storytime each Saturday! Children and their caregivers can increase language development and comprehension with our stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is not required for this event.
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Coding Wizards
Coding Wizards
Are you curious about how video games are made or interested in creating your own apps? Children age 8-12 are invited to join our new club - Coding Wizards. This self-paced after school club introducing activities. This program is open to Scotch Plains residents only and is run through our Fiero Code subscription. Registration will…
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1 event,
Saturday Storytime
Saturday Storytime
The entire family is welcome to join us for this storytime each Saturday! Children and their caregivers can increase language development and comprehension with our stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration is not required for this event.
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Books and Snacks | Anzu and the Realm of Darkness by Mai K. Nguyen
Books and Snacks | Anzu and the Realm of Darkness by Mai K. Nguyen
Books and Snacks is SPPL's middle school book club! The club is founded and run by members of our Teen Advisory Board. This month we're discussing a graphic novel, Anzu and the Realm of Darkness by Mai K. Nguyen! Click here to find a copy in our catalog. We'll provide snacks. For grades 5-8. If…
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Coding Wizards
Coding Wizards
Are you curious about how video games are made or interested in creating your own apps? Children age 8-12 are invited to join our new club - Coding Wizards. This self-paced after school club introducing activities. This program is open to Scotch Plains residents only and is run through our Fiero Code subscription. Registration will…