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Message from the Director
Greetings!
This season invites us to pause and appreciate the communities that ground us, and I’m deeply grateful for the people who make Hoboken Public Library such a special place. Whether you’re attending programs, borrowing materials, or simply stopping in, your presence keeps the library thriving.
In the spirit of giving, I’d also like to spotlight our wonderful Friends & Foundation. Their support helps bring many of our favorite programs and special initiatives to life. Their upcoming fundraiser at Barry’s Hoboken is a fun way to give back and celebrate the library with neighbors- a great time for a great cause.
Wishing you a joyful Thanksgiving!
Regards,
Jennie Pu
Library Director
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Thanksgiving Library Hours | | |
Parents Collab Workout
Friday, December 5, 2025
Barry's Hoboken, 119 River St. Suite A., Hoboken, NJ, 07030
Join Barry's Hoboken and The Hoboken Public Library Friends & Foundation for a fundraiser benefiting Hoboken Public Library. We're inviting local parents to a complimentary workout class at Barry’s new Hoboken studio. Open to all Hoboken parents. Space is limited, so please register as soon as possible.
All proceeds benefit Hoboken Public Library and help support initiatives like Museum Passes, Community Care Kits, and capital improvements. There is a suggested donation of $40. Thank you for your support!
To participate, please create an accout with Barry's and sign the waiver form before class.
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Art with Liz
Wednesdays at 10:30 AM
Main Library, Large Program Room/ Zoom/ YouTube
Join Art with Liz every week at the Library to learn about classic and contemporary artists, followed by a free art workshop. In-person and live on Zoom & YouTube!
For our final class in November, November 26, student artists will take a close look at the art of Cara Romero. Romero is an American photographer known for her digital photography that examines Indigenous life through a contemporary lens.
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Yoga Story Time
Wednesday, November 26 @ 10:30 AM
Main Library, Children's Room
An active story time for your little yogi!
Our friend Ms. Carolyn will be joining us for stories, songs, and of course - yoga poses!
Story Time is now operating on a first come, first served basis, with a maximum capacity of 25 participants. To ensure everyone has a wonderful experience, please arrive early as spots are limited.
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Friends & Foundation Book Club
Monday, December 1 at 6:30pm
Main Library, Friends & Foundation Room
Join the Hoboken Public Library Friends & Foundation for a lively book discussion of Colored Television by Danzy Senna.
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Story Time and Coloring with Ka Huen Kwong
Tuesday, December 2 @ 10:30am
Grand Street Branch, Children's Room
Join us for a special Rise n Read featuring local illustrator Ka Huen Kwong, who will read from her book Bakery Babies! Then we will do a fun coloring craft together.
Meet the Bakery Babies—the cutest and sneakiest babies in town! Join alongside these adorable babies while they sneak out of their cribs late at night and they make their way to the local bakery. Family fun recipes included. Enjoy with your favorite little baker!
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As you gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving season, it’s the perfect time to explore the stories that shaped your family. With your Hoboken Public Library card, you have free in-library access to Ancestry Library, a powerful tool for discovering ancestors, tracing family roots, and uncovering historical records that bring your heritage to life. Whether you’re swapping memories at the holiday table or starting a new tradition of family research, Ancestry Library is here to help you connect the past to the present. Just visit any HPL location to get started!
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ADULT PICK
Fire Exit
by Morgan Talty
This novel follows Charles Lamosway, a man caught between the life he lives and the Penobscot community he left behind. When the daughter he’s secretly watched grow up disappears, he’s forced to confront his past—lost family, a broken relationship, and the truth he’s long hidden. It’s a powerful story about belonging, identity, and finding the courage to claim where you come from.
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YOUNG ADULT PICK
Sunrise on the Reaping
by Suzanne Collins
Journey alongside a new generation of heroes who must navigate a landscape fraught with political intrigue and personal discovery. Their courage and resilience will be tested as they forge a path toward a more hopeful tomorrow.
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KID PICK
Buffalo Fluffalo and Puffalo
by Bess Kalb
Each day, Buffalo Fluffalo enjoys his perfect routine of grazing, playing with friends, and napping in the shade. Then one morning, everything changes with the arrival of tiny, wide-eyed Puffalo. As they wander together and share cozy naps, Fluffalo realizes that even if Puffalo slows him down, life is fuller and sweeter with him by his side.
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