Week of Events
Drawing with Sandra
Drawing with Sandra
Learn how to develop drawings from start to finish with local artist Sandra Cerchio. Registration is required.
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 December 9th 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 on…
Books and Snacks | Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Part I
Books and Snacks | Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Part I
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 the first ten chapters of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J. K. Rowling! Click here to find a copy in our catalog. We'll provide snacks to enjoy…
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…
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…
Afternoon Book Club
Afternoon Book Club
The Afternoon Book Club will discuss Desire Under the Elms by Eugene O'Neill. Registration is not required.
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 open…
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…
Wednesday Movie
Wednesday Movie
Drop in downstairs for the feature film New Year's Eve. Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
Paw Buddies
Paw Buddies
Children are invited to practice their reading with a trained therapy animal at this program. This event will be held in the basement of the library. This program is for emerging readers who are in K-5th grade. Registration is required and will open on Monday, December 9 to children who are residents of Scotch Plains…
Paw Buddies
Paw Buddies
Children are invited to practice their reading with a trained therapy animal at this program. This event will be held in the basement of the library. This program is for emerging readers who are in K-5th grade. Registration is required and will open on Monday, December 9th to children who are residents of Scotch Plains…
Paw Buddies
Paw Buddies
Children are invited to practice their reading with a trained therapy animal at this program. This event will be held in the basement of the library. This program is for emerging readers who are in K-5th grade. Registration is required and will open on Monday, December 9th to children who are residents of Scotch Plains…
Paw Buddies (Registration Full)
Paw Buddies (Registration Full)
Children are invited to practice their reading with a trained therapy animal at this program. This event will be held in the basement of the library. This program is for emerging readers who are in K-5th grade. Registration is required and will open on Monday, December 9th to children who are residents of Scotch Plains…
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
The Teen Advisory Board gives Scotch Plains teens a voice in the library and in the community. We want to hear what you have to say! This will be a hybrid meeting: you can choose to attend in person at the library or virtually via Zoom. (We recommend attending in person, because there will be snacks.) Either…
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…
Evening Book Club
Evening Book Club
The Evening Book Club will have a brief discussion about The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese before they discuss The Women by Kristin Hannah. Registration is not required.
Balance Awareness with Yasmin Ofek
Balance Awareness with Yasmin Ofek
Yasmin’s no-impact classes can help you establish a better connection between the brain and body, while also gently strengthening the muscles that keep your body upright.
Family Fossil Frenzy
Family Fossil Frenzy
Families are invited to travel back in time to the age of dinosaurs for an action-packed program filled with creativity and exploration. Little paleontologists will have a blast crafting their own clay fossils, uncovering hidden dinosaur treasures, and much more! This program is geared toward children ages 2-6. This program is partially sponsored by Ponzios…