All library programs are being held in person unless otherwise noted.
for more information.
Children Programs
Storytime by the Pool (Open to all pool members)
Tuesday July 20, 2021 starting at 1 pm
Pool members are invited to take a break and hear a story! Bring a snack and an extra towel to sit on. This storytime will be located at the Metuchen Municipal Pool near the baby pool area.
No Registration Required. Next session will be July 27th.
Book Tac Toe (Ages 3 & Up)
Thursday July 22nd, 2021 starting at 11 am
Book talks meet Tic Tac Toe! Every player gets a prize! Younger players may need a partner. Six children per session. We'll have two sessions. Please sign in when you arrive.
Next session will be August 5th.
Children's Take & Make Bags
Friday July 23, 2021 from 11 am to 5 pm
Grab a bag now and do the craft later! Available while supplies last! Metuchen residents only; two bags per family, please!
This Grab & Go craft is every other week.
Earth Buddies (Ages 3-7)
Saturday July 24, 2021 starting at 11 am
Join Ms. Joanne on alternate Saturdays starting on July 10th at 11 am for a nature themed story and activity. This program is for children ages 3-7. Younger ones may need an adult helper.
No registration is required.
Mostly Mother Goose (Ages 18mo to 5)
Tuesday July 27, 2021 starting at 11 am
Join us for a short trip into the land of Mother Goose. Enjoy rhymes, songs and stories with friends. MMG is the perfect first storytime program for you and your little one! No Registration Required.
Next session will be August 10th, 2021
One & Done Book Buzz (Grades 3 to 5)
Tuesday July 27, 2021 starting at 7 pm
This is a one session book review group for children entering grades 3-5. It will be conducted as a Zoom meeting. Participants will get a paperback copy of the book thanks to the Friends of the Metuchen Library! There is a six child limit for this Zoom group.
Registration is required, Metuchen residents receive priority. Book Pick up begins on July 12th.
Color Me Calm (All Ages)
Wednesday July 28, 2021 starting at 2 pm
Join us as we color some pictures and calm our minds. Soothing music will add to the experience. Adult coloring pages will also be available. There is a six family limit and you must sanitize your hands before coloring. Or you can grab pages and go!
Registration is not required, but please sign in. Next session will be August 11th, 2021
Teen Programs
Teen Yoga (Grades 6-12)
Monday July 19, 2021 starting 1 pm
Join Ms. Joanne M. a certified yoga instructor, for teen yoga. This program is an in person program for students entering grades 6-12. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 732-632-8526 to register. Please wear a mask and bring your yoga mat.
Email mwhittington@lmxac.org with any questions.
Metuchen MedsUnite - Topic: Vaccines *Virtual*
Monday July 19, 2021 starting 7 pm
Are you interested in learning about vaccinations and immunizations?
Are you interested in medicine? Are you a student entering grades 6 -12? Join us for Metuchen MedsUnite, a group of students that discuss medicine, medical issues and continues to explore this topic with guest speakers. If you like to attend, register here.
Adult Programs
How to Watch Films on Hoopla & Kanopy *Virtual*
Tuesday July 20, 2021 starting at 11 am
The library subscribes Hoopla and Kanopy which streaming movies, TV shows, documentaries and foreign films. You will learn how to download the app and how to use the streaming services. Also, interesting documentaries and biographical films will be discussed.
(A library card is required to access the streaming services.)
Register here. After registering, a Zoom link will be emailed to you.
Grow Your Media with Social Media *Virtual*
Wednesday July 21, 2021 starting at 10 am
Attract new customers through engaging content. Join social media expert and President of eDynamic Marketing, Susan Wilcox, as she discusses how to create effective content to help grow your business.
For more information and how to register, click here.
This program is free and brought to you by SCORE of Central Jersey.
"Virtual" Movie Discussion
Tuesday July 27, 2021 starting at 7 pm
Join us on Zoom for a discussion of the 2015 thriller, “Eye in the Sky”. This film stars Helen Mirren as Colonel Katherine Powell, a UK-based military officer in command of a top secret drone operation to capture terrorists in Kenya.
To receive the Zoom link, email casey.williams@lmxac.org
Watercolor painting with Robyn *Virtual*
Thursday August 5, 2021 starting at 7 pm
A local artist and instructor Robyn will lead the adult watercolor workshop. Participants will learn to paint a basic landscape scene in the easy beginner watercolor lesson. Register here. After registering, A Zoom link will be emailed to you.
Chamber Music Concert *In-Person*
Thursday August 5, 2021 starting at 7 pm
Celebrate the re-opening of Broadway with NJSO Chamber Players presented by the Metuchen Arts Council. This is an in-person program that will be held in the Community Room upstairs at the Metuchen Public Library. Mask is required until further notice. More program details will be followed.
