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The library will be closed on Monday, February 17 for Presidents' Day.

ADULT PROGRAMS

DIGITAL DEVICE CLINICS

Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20 & 27

11-1 at 129 Boyden Ave.

Drop in and get one-on-one help for using your laptop, tablet, phone or other digital device. We can't repair your device, but we can help you with apps, email, and most other device issues.

BOOKS NOW AND THEN

Black History Month Author Visit & Book Discussion

Thursday, February 13 at 6:30 pm

Our Black History Month read is Coleman Hill, by local writer Kim Coleman Foote. The author will join us for the discussion!

Coleman Hill is the exhilarating story of two American families whose fates become intertwined in the wake of the Great Migration. Braiding fact and fiction, it is a tour de force exploring the ties that bind three generations. The book, inspired by her family’s journey from Alabama and Florida to Vauxhall, New Jersey, circa 1916–80s, examines the rarely told stories of black migrants in the Northern suburbs.

YARN & FIBER ARTS GROUP

Saturdays, February 1 & March 1

10-1 at Hilton Branch

Do you enjoy creating with yarn or fabric? Unwind, connect, and get support among fellow crafters while working on your projects. We welcome all adults, regardless of skill level.

TEEN PROGRAMS

SUCCESSFULLY NAVIGATING COLLEGE ADMISSIONS IN 2025 (VIRTUAL)

February 5 at 7 pm

For juniors, sophomores and freshmen, and their parents.

We will discuss current admissions trends and strategies, the changing test-optional environment, the importance of researching and visiting colleges to find schools that can be a good fit, and action steps that can be taken to make the remainder of the school year productive and less stressful. REGISTER HERE.

TEENS & TWEENS CHESS GROUP

February 5 and 19 / 5 pm at Hilton Branch

Open to all skill levels. Use one of our chess sets, or bring your own.

Registration is not required, but is encouraged.

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS

• Unless otherwise noted, programs are drop-in at Hilton Branch
• All children must be accompanied by an adult
• Programs designed for families & not camps or preschool groups. Groups may arrange a special program or visit to the library: 973.762.1688 ext 5101 or at kids@maplewoodlibrary.org

KIDS SPEAK OUT FOR BLACK HISTORY

Feb. 20 at 4 pm.

Art reception and open mic for kids. In partnership with the SOMSD elementary schools, Maplewood Library is pleased to present a reception and display of artwork and poetry by children about Black history, identity, equality, justice, and creating a better world. The community is invited to hear kids talk about their work and read it aloud.

BABY LAPSIT (birth-18 months): Feb. 6, 13 & 20 at 10:30 am

Designed for children who are being held or learning to crawl.

TODDLER (ages 1-3): Feb 3 & 10 at 10:30 am

Early literacy fun with stories, songs, movement & rhymes

WILMA AND THE WINGERS (all ages): Feb. 1 at 11 am

An interactive and inclusive storytime with live music.

COMIC CLUB Feb. 12 at 3:30 pm

Draw, write, and create your own stories or use our prompts.

Comic Club is an informal, self-directed creative writing program for kids ages 5-12 .(Caregiver must remain in building).

Bring what you have been working on or use provided supplies.

CUENTOS BILINGUS Y MANUALIDADE

Bilingual Storytime and Craft

Feb. 13 at 4pm For ages 4 and up

Listen to stories in Spanish (and English) presented by Yohana Osorio, local resident and native Spanish speaker. 

And make a craft! 

LEGO CLUB Feb. 14 at 3:30 pm

for ages 5 and up with a participating adult

Join us for an hour of imagination! Lego creations will be displayed in the library.

FAMILY GAME NIGHT Feb. 10 & 24 at 6 pm

Enjoy some oversized (and regular-sized) games with family and friends!

For ages 5 and up

Thank you to the Friends of the Library for making this program possible!

LUNAR NEW YEAR SCAVENGER HUNT

Jan. 25 through Feb. 15

Drop in at Hilton Branch to find all 12 animals of the Chinese Zodiac!

TEENS READ TO KIDS

Feb. 3 & 24 at 4 pm

Enjoy stories read by members of the

Maplewood Library Teen Advisory Board.

HOMESCHOOL TUESDAY

Feb. 11 / 11 am - 1 pm

For new and experienced families

Check our calendar for dates.

Share tips & experiences and learn about resources while kids do hands-on activities.

MUSEUM PASS PROGRAM

MUSEUM PASS PROGRAM

Our Museum Pass program, funded by the Friends, allows you to visit area museums for free. The passes are available to Maplewood adult resident library card holders in good standing.

Reserve a pass online, using your library barcode number. You can search by museum or by date. Get more info here.

LIBRARY HOURS

Adult Services: 129 Boyden Ave

Children's/Teen Services: 1688 Springfield Ave.

973-762-1688



Monday - Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm

Friday: 10 am - 5 pm

Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm

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