FOR ADULTS

YARN & FIBER ARTS GROUP: Bring your projects!

September 6 / 10-1 at Main Library

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. Drop in

BOOKS NOW AND THEN

A book discussion group open to all.

September 11 / 6:30 pm at Main Library

At our September meeting, we’ll be discussing selected short stories by Jorge Luis Borges. To receive a copy of the selections, email programs@maplewoodlibrary.org.

FOR TEENS

Teens & Tweens Chess Group

Thursday, September 4 / 6-7 pm at Main Library

All skill levels welcome! Learn and practice chess skills with instructor Ilir Bajraktari. Registration is appreciated, but not required.

Paying for College: What's Changing and What You Can Do

September 10 at 6:30 / Virtual: register here.

This workshop will explore recent changes in financial aid that may impact how much parents will pay for college. Learn actionable strategies to lower costs and make informed decisions based on each college’s financial aid formulas. The workshop will also review the college search, selection, and admissions process to help find good-fit colleges for students at an affordable price.

STEM Workshop

September 13 / 12-3 in the Main Library Create Space

For students in 5th to 9th grades. Check our web calendar for details.

Successfully Navigating College Admissions This Fall

September 17 / 7:30 pm / Virtual: register here

For juniors, sophomores, freshmen and their parents.

We will discuss current college admissions trends, the changing test-optional environment, research and college visits, and action steps to reduce the stress around the admissions process.

This workshop will examine the review process, and how students can develop a compelling narrative to increase their chances for admission.

The Mic Drop Poetry Workshop

September 11 / 5-7 pm at Main Library

Do you need help performing your poetry and getting it published? Then come to the Mic Drop Poetry Workshop! Get practice and feedback on how to perform your poetry, and tips and tricks for publishing and self-promotion.

FOR KIDS

Programs are designed for individuals and families, and not for preschool classes or groups. Groups may call us to arrange a special program and class visit to the library: 973.762.1688 ext 5001 or email us at kids@maplewoodlibrary.org 

Program dates are subject to change. Please check our online library calendar the morning of the event for any updates.

Baby Lapsit Storytime –

For ages birth to 18 months, with a participating adult

A lively storytime with songs and rhymes that foster a love of reading. 

Main Library: Thursdays @ 10:30am - September 11 and 18

Hilton Branch: Mondays @ 10:30am - September 15 and 22

Toddler Storytime

For ages 1-3, with a participating adult. 

Early literacy fun with stories, songs, movement and rhymes.

Main Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30 - September 9 and 16

Hilton Branch: Wednesdays @ 4pm - September 17 and 24

Walter Bolin: Almost Impossible

Tuesday, September 16 / 3:45 pm at Hilton Branch

Prepare to be amazed! MMS 6th grader will perform magic tricks. For ages 5 and up.

Wilma and the Wingers

Saturday Sept 6th / 11am at Main Library

Inclusive storytime with live music for kids of all ages

Homework Quiet Zone

For grades 2-5

Monday - Thursday from 2:30-6:30pm (at Main Library

Starting on Sept. 8, while school is in session.

A quiet space for elementary school kids to study, read, or do homework.

Please ask library staff for entry. The Library will limit the number of people and the noise level in the room.

Worldwide Day of Play, Unboxed: Adventures in Cardboard! –

Saturday Sept 27th from 10:30am-1pm at Main Library

For ages 6 and up

Join MOMI (Museum of Makers + Innovators) and the Maplewood Library to build all kinds of cool structures out of cardboard boxes.

Homeschool Tuesday

Tuesday September 9th from 11:30am - 1pm at Main Library

New and experienced homeschooling families are welcome. Get your questions answered, learn about resources, share tips and experiences with other parents all while your kids and teens learn and play together. Hands on activities provided.

Lego Club

For ages 2 years & up – with a participating adult

LEGO creations will be displayed in the library. 

Main Library: Friday September 19th from 3:30-4:30

Hilton Branch: Thursday September 11 @ 6-7 pm

Family Game Night 

Monday September 22nd / 6:30pm at Main Library

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

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

Puzzle Day – drop in at Main Library

Monday Sept 8th and 15th from 3:30-7:30pm. For families with children.

Work on a jigsaw puzzle, try a Rubiks cube, have a friendly game of Jenga, or play a board game with your family and friends. 

Coloring Fun – at Main Library

Drop in on Fridays (unless another program is scheduled), starting on Friday September 5th. Coloring fun for families with children. Tune out and relax

MAPLEWOODLIBRARY.ORG / 973-762-1688

MAIN LIBRARY, 51 BAKER ST.

HOURS:

Monday to Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm

Friday & Saturday:10 am - 5 pm

Sunday: closed

HILTON BRANCH, 1688 SPRINGFIELD AVE.

HOURS:

Monday & Wednesday: 10 am - 5 pm

Tuesday & Thursday: 12 pm - 8 pm

Friday: closed

Saturday: 10 am - 1 pm

Sunday: closed