Library Events

Join us for a fun music program for infants, toddlers & preschoolers! Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. This event will...read more

Come grab all the supplies needed to make a fun craft at home. While supplies last.

What have you been reading? We want to know! Join other book lovers for a lively discussion. Book Café is a perfect place to find your next great read or share what you have enjoyed.This program is now being held in person and virtually! *Registration is required.

What have you been reading? We want to know! Join other book lovers for a lively discussion. Book Café is a perfect place to find your next great read or share what you have enjoyed.This program is now being held in person and virtually! *Registration is required.

Join us to learn about the NJ State Library Talking Book & Braille Center's free, home-delivered services for people of all ages who cannot read standard print or cannot hold a book because of a physical or visual impairment, or reading disability. This is a hybrid program, in-person and on ...read more

Drop by the library between 10 am and 12 pm to get assistance from teen volunteers (the experts!) in using your iPhone, Android device, iPad, tablet, laptop or e-reader.  Teens can help you set up basic features, email accounts, download apps, get free digital materials from the library, and mo...read more

For children ages 3-5. Stories, music, and a lot of fun! Space is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a ticket at the Youth Service Desk, available 30 minutes prior to program's start. 

Join us as we welcome henna artist Chandrika as she demonstrates this unique art form in the Living Room of the Library. Some attendees will have the chance to have henna designs applied to their hands.No registration required.

A Farmers Market will be held in the Monroe Township Library’s parking lot on Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. this summer, beginning Thursday, June 30 and continuing through Thursday, September 15.For more information, visit the Library's website.

Learn to make gigantic bubbles. For children ages 9 to 17. Registration required. This is an In the Library program. Call, visit Youth Services, or go online to register beginning Tuesday, June 28th at 9:30 a.m. 

Parents and children ages 8 and up are invited to join teen volunteer Arnav as he walks you through informal conversations, short story comprehension, vocabulary, and writing during this 7 session summer course from 7/7 through 8/18.Registrants should make a dedication to attend all 7 sessions.**Ple...read more

Join us for an enchanting evening with New York Times Best Selling author and Reese Witherspoon Book Club pick Alka Joshi as she discusses her captivating and bestselling novels, The Henna Artist and The Secret Keeper of Jaipur. In this interview, Alka will share her inspirations...read more

For ages 18 – 36 months. Enjoy nursery rhymes and songs. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. 

Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.Attendees are asked to bring their own la...read more

For ages 18 – 36 months. Enjoy nursery rhymes and songs. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. 

Join us for a storytime that focuses on cultivating children’s social-emotional competencies through stories & activities.For ages 4-7.Registration is required for the 5-week class.Registration begins on Tuesday, June 28th at 9:30 a.m.

For children ages 5-9. Space is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a ticket at the Youth Service Desk, available 30 minutes prior to program's start. 

For ages 3-5.

Join us for a fun music program for infants, toddlers & preschoolers! Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. This event will...read more

The Writers Group of Monroe Township Library is a group for active fiction writers to share works in progress and receive meaningful feedback from a group of peers. This group is not a writing class, but rather a space for constructive critique of work and encouragement from fellow writers. This gro...read more

Comic book writer for Marvel and DC, anc co-creator of Deadpool, joins us for a virtual Q&A session to discuss his new book, The Self-Made Widow, the sequel to his debut novel Suburban Dicks. This event is hosted by Old Bridge Public Library and co-sponsored by Monroe Township, East Brunswi...read more

A Caregiver Support Group meets at the Library monthly on the second Wednesday of the month. Kat Verdi, Certified Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Trainer, of The Gardens at Monroe will lead the group. Her mission is to educate, empower and encourage caregivers. All are welcome. Registration...read more

Beginner and experienced genealogists welcome to discuss research, share findings and resources.

Open to children ages 8 & up. This is an in person event only. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. 

Come play a couple of rounds of Bingo and win free books. For ages 5 & up.  Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. 

Drop by the library between 10 am and 12 pm to get assistance from teen volunteers (the experts!) in using your iPhone, Android device, iPad, tablet, laptop or e-reader.  Teens can help you set up basic features, email accounts, download apps, get free digital materials from the library, and mo...read more

Join us as we sit down in conversation with New York Times Best Selling author David Allen, one of the world’s most influential thinkers on personal productivity. David’s thirty-five years of experience as a management consultant and executive coach has earned him worldwide and Forbes&rs...read more

A Farmers Market will be held in the Monroe Township Library’s parking lot on Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. this summer, beginning Thursday, June 30 and continuing through Thursday, September 15.For more information, visit the Library's website.

"Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom" (2019)  BhutanThursday, July 14  at 2:30 p.m.Drama/Family  1h 50m      Not RatedAn aspiring singer living with his grandmother in the capital of Bhutan dreams of getting a visa to move to Australia.Watch the film on K...read more

Make colorful galaxy slime! For children ages 9 to 17. Registration required. This is an In the Library program. Call, visit Youth Services, or go online to register beginning Tuesday, June 28th at 9:30 a.m.  

Parents and children ages 8 and up are invited to join teen volunteer Arnav as he walks you through informal conversations, short story comprehension, vocabulary, and writing during this 7 session summer course from 7/7 through 8/18.Registrants should make a dedication to attend all 7 sessions.**Ple...read more

As supplies last. For children ages 4 and up. 

Braven Health nurses and educators will discuss diabetes prevention and conduct A1C screenings. *Registration is required. Register in advance at the Welcome Desk, on our website at www.monroetwplibrary.org/calendar or by phone at (732) 521-5000.

Socialize with stitchers & crafters of all types and skill levels. Bring your own supplies.

For ages 11 and up. Learn how to make a lotus flower lantern using a wire frame and colored paper in this step-by-step class with a member of the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project virtually. Due to the complexity of this project, only children ages 11 and up can attend- no exemptions ...read more

Live! The musical duo of Francine and Joel bring you an uplifting assortment of beloved songs from Broadway, top 40, jazz standards, movies, soft rock and more.

Master Gardener Bernard Lemelman will present basic gardening techniques suitable for all audiences, including vegetables, flowers and pruning.

Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.Attendees are asked to bring their own la...read more

Join us for a storytime that focuses on cultivating children’s social-emotional competencies through stories & activities.For ages 4-7.Registration is required for the 5-week class.Registration begins on Tuesday, June 28th at 9:30 a.m.

Join us for a discussion of A Woman of No Importance: The Untold Story of the American Spy Who Helped Win World War II by Sonia Purnell.Reserve a copy through our online catalog, at the Welcome Desk, or by calling the library.  This title is also available in both ebook and audio...read more

Meet Your Sewing Machine is an hour class where you will learn how to wind a bobbin, thread the needle and practice stitching on the library’s sewing machines. Ages 18 and over.Registration is required. Registration will open at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 7.

Together we will put together a delicious meal with the help of a chef from the Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project.All supplies will be provided, and no cooking experience is necessary!Registrants must be ages 12 and up.

Game, craft, and of course a story about...mermaids! Space is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a ticket at the Youth Service Desk, available 30 minutes prior to program's start

Washington Black by Esi EdugyanA young boy, enslaved in Barbados, is taken in by his slave master's eccentric brother. Washington Black tells a story of friendship and betrayal, love and redemption, of a world destroyed and made whole again--and asks the question, what is true freedom?Join us fo...read more

Join us for a fun music program for infants, toddlers & preschoolers! Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. This event will...read more

Come grab all the supplies needed to make a fun craft at home. While supplies last.

New Jersey Lighthouse Society Presentation

Drop by the library between 10 am and 12 pm to get assistance from teen volunteers (the experts!) in using your iPhone, Android device, iPad, tablet, laptop or e-reader.  Teens can help you set up basic features, email accounts, download apps, get free digital materials from the library, and mo...read more

For children ages 3-5. Stories, music, and a lot of fun! Space is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a ticket at the Youth Service Desk, available 30 minutes prior to program's start. 

Looking for something to read or add to your reading list? Library staff presents and recommends a variety of titles pertaining to a different topic, both new and old titles.The theme for July is Steamy Stories.The Theme for August is Dog Days of Summer.This is a hybrid program. Join us via Zoo...read more

A Farmers Market will be held in the Monroe Township Library’s parking lot on Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. this summer, beginning Thursday, June 30 and continuing through Thursday, September 15.For more information, visit the Library's website.

Make a papercraft Rolling Frog. Build your frog and watch him roll away. For children ages 9 to 17. Registration required. This is an In the Library program. Call, visit Youth Services, or go online to register beginning Tuesday, June 28th at 9:30 a.m. 

Parents and children ages 8 and up are invited to join teen volunteer Arnav as he walks you through informal conversations, short story comprehension, vocabulary, and writing during this 7 session summer course from 7/7 through 8/18.Registrants should make a dedication to attend all 7 sessions.**Ple...read more

Meet Your Sewing Machine is an hour class where you will learn how to wind a bobbin, thread the needle and practice stitching on the library’s sewing machines. Ages 18 and over.Registration is required. Registration will open at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 7.

For ages 18 – 36 months. Enjoy nursery rhymes and songs. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. 

For children ages 3-5. Space is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a ticket at the Youth Service Desk, available 30 minutes prior to program's start. 

Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.Attendees are asked to bring their own la...read more

Join us for a storytime that focuses on cultivating children’s social-emotional competencies through stories & activities.For ages 4-7.Registration is required for the 5-week class.Registration begins on Tuesday, June 28th at 9:30 a.m.

For children ages 6-9. Come learn about the coral reef and make your own  with craft supplies to take home. Space is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a ticket at the Youth Service Desk, available 30 minutes prior to program's start.

Join us for a fun music program for infants, toddlers & preschoolers! Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. This event will...read more

Presented by Period Productions. Recommended for ages 5 & up.A captain and his sailor provide an interactive program detailing what it was like to live as a pirate including the ups & down, ins & outs and the lives and deaths of some of the most famous pirates in history. Tickets require...read more

The Writers Group of Monroe Township Library is a group for active fiction writers to share works in progress and receive meaningful feedback from a group of peers. This group is not a writing class, but rather a space for constructive critique of work and encouragement from fellow writers. This gro...read more

For ages 3-5.

Open to children ages 8 & up. This is an in person event only. Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Please take a number at the Youth Services Desk (numbers available 30 minutes prior to program start). Registration is not required. 

Drop by the library between 10 am and 12 pm to get assistance from teen volunteers (the experts!) in using your iPhone, Android device, iPad, tablet, laptop or e-reader.  Teens can help you set up basic features, email accounts, download apps, get free digital materials from the library, and mo...read more

A Farmers Market will be held in the Monroe Township Library’s parking lot on Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. this summer, beginning Thursday, June 30 and continuing through Thursday, September 15.For more information, visit the Library's website.

Build your roller coaster out of drinking straws, then test it with a ball. For children ages 9 to 17. Registration required. This is an In the Library program. Call, visit Youth Services, or go online to register beginning Tuesday, June 28th at 9:30 a.m.  

Parents and children ages 8 and up are invited to join teen volunteer Arnav as he walks you through informal conversations, short story comprehension, vocabulary, and writing during this 7 session summer course from 7/7 through 8/18.Registrants should make a dedication to attend all 7 sessions.**Ple...read more

As supplies last. For children ages 4 and up. 

A story time and interactive water safety skills session.  The goal is to educate youngsters on how to react in a water emergency and reduce any fears of learning to swim.   We will also review the adult role in safety around the water and provide safety recommendations to home pool o...read more

Monthly Friday afternoon movies return this month!Each month we will screen a different modern, classic movie. This program will be held in-person at the Library.*Registration is required. Register in advance at the Welcome Desk, on our website at www.monroetwplibrary.org/calendar or by phone at (73...read more

Everyone gets assigned a part, but no one knows who committed the crime!Join us after the library closes at 6pm for a fun mystery party with pizza!FOR TEENS ONLY AGES 12 AND UP.

Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.Attendees are asked to bring their own la...read more