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Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at the Cranbury Public Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.

 
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Full STEAM Ahead!
10:00 - 11:00 am
 Full STEAM Ahead!
Thursday, Aug. 1, 10:00 - 11:00 amFull STEAM Ahead!
Cranbury Public Library
Calling all young innovators, researchers, and explorers! 

Thursday Crafternoon: Sharpie Tie Dye T-Shirts!
3:30 - 4:30pm
Thursday Crafternoon: Sharpie Tie Dye T-Shirts!
Thursday, Aug. 1, 3:30 - 4:30pm
(Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 3:30pm)

Cranbury Public Library
Come by the Maker Space every Thursday afternoon at 3:30 for a unique monthly craft. This month: Make a Tie Dye T-Shirt of your very own, using a special technique with Sharpie markers! Recommended for ages 9 to 13. Registration *highly recommended* as supplies are limited.
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Summer Movie Series: The Karate Kid
3:00pm
Summer Movie Series: The Karate Kid
Friday, Aug. 2, 3:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
Come set your sights for adventure every Friday afternoon at 3:00pm and join us for our Summer Movie Series in the Meeting rooms! Treats will be provided by Peace of Chocolate NJ. This week's movie is The Karate Kid (rated PG).
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Tai Chi
10:00am-11:30am
 Tai Chi
Saturday, Aug. 3, 10:00am-11:30am
Community Meeting Space
Located in Meeting Room 1 +2(can be moved into 1 room if need be)
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Peace of Chocolate Presents Haunted History Productions- Ghost Stories
7:00pm-9:00pm
Peace of Chocolate Presents Haunted History Productions- Ghost Stories
Monday, Aug. 5, 7:00pm-9:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
Do you have a resident ghost, a ghost story to tell, or some fun history about Cranbury, that you would like to share? Meet The Mistress of Madness, Diva of darnkess, and New Jersey's favorite storytelling "ghost" legened, Haunted History Productins very own Miss Cookie!Sponsored ...read more
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Zoophoria NJ: The Adventure Begins!
11:00am
Zoophoria NJ: The Adventure Begins!
Tuesday, Aug. 6, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
This wildlife program will keep you on the edge of your seat with a hands-on experience like no other! Animals included are: Spike the Green Iguana, Ew and Gross, the Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches, Hamburger the Cane Toad, Goya the Crested Gecko, Salami the Blue-Tongued Skink, Noodles the Red-Taile...read more

Cranbury Business Association Meeting
6:00pm-7:30pm
Cranbury Business Association Meeting
Tuesday, Aug. 6, 6:00pm-7:30pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 3JL
Spinning Yarns
6:30pm
 Spinning Yarns
Tuesday, Aug. 6, 6:30pmSpinning Yarns
Cranbury Public Library
Enjoy an hour of knitting, crocheting, crafts and conversation. All levels welcome. This workshop will be in Meeting Room 1.
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Family Storytime
11:00am
 Family Storytime
Wednesday, Aug. 7, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Join Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and fun for everyone in the Children's Room!
Cranbury Lions Club
6:00pm-7:00pm
 Cranbury Lions Club
Wednesday, Aug. 7, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 3Meeting Room 1 + 2 for Wednesday, July 10th
Mercer County RC Society
7:00pm
 Mercer County RC Society
Wednesday, Aug. 7, 7:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Monthly meeting of the local non-profit organization for radio crontrol aircraft located in Meeting Room 2. 
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Full STEAM Ahead!
10:00 - 11:00 am
 Full STEAM Ahead!
Thursday, Aug. 8, 10:00 - 11:00 amFull STEAM Ahead!
Cranbury Public Library
Calling all young innovators, researchers, and explorers! 

Senior Beginner Cell Phone & Internet Classes
11:00am
Senior Beginner Cell Phone & Internet Classes
Thursday, Aug. 8, 11:00amSenior Beginner Cell
Cranbury Public Library
Join us for a beginner cell phone and internet class! Learn all about the uses of your phone, detect scams, and become more comfortable with your devices! This class and discussion is sponsored by the Gardens at Monroe and facilitated by Kat Verdi and Dean Klimek. Located in Meeting Room 3.
Thursday Crafternoon: Sharpie Tie Dye T-Shirts!
3:30 - 4:30pm
Thursday Crafternoon: Sharpie Tie Dye T-Shirts!
Thursday, Aug. 8, 3:30 - 4:30pm
(Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 3:30pm)

Cranbury Public Library
Come by the Maker Space every Thursday afternoon at 3:30 for a unique monthly craft. This month: Make a Tie Dye T-Shirt of your very own, using a special technique with Sharpie markers! Recommended for ages 9 to 13. Registration *highly recommended* as supplies are limited.

One Nation, Underground
6:30pm
 One Nation, Underground
Thursday, Aug. 8, 6:30pmOne Nation, Undergro
Cranbury Public Library
If you're a history buff,  lived through the 1960s, or watched the recent Hollywood productions Oppenheimer, Fallout or Silo, you might know that there was a time when the threat of nuclear war dominated the American psyche.In the 1960s, fallout shelters became a bizarre and fascinating phe...read more
Cranbury Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
7:00pm
Cranbury Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Thursday, Aug. 8, 7:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
Meetings are held the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm in Meeting Room 3 in the Cranbury Public Library.
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Summer Movie Series: Hugo
3:00pm
 Summer Movie Series: Hugo
Friday, Aug. 9, 3:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
Come set your sights for adventure every Friday afternoon at 3:00pm and join us for our Summer Movie Series in the Meeting rooms! Treats will be provided by Peace of Chocolate NJ. This week's movie is Hugo (rated PG).
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Caregiver Support Group
11:00am
 Caregiver Support Group
Monday, Aug. 12, 11:00amCaregiver Support Gr
Cranbury Public Library
There are different types of caregivers and ALL are welcomed. This is a judgment free safe place to share, to learn and/or to just listen. It’s a place of love, empathy and respect. It is a place to share the triumphs, the challenges, the disappointments, the accomplishments or simply a place ...read more
Senior Social Hour
1:00pm
 Senior Social Hour
Monday, Aug. 12, 1:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
Welcome to Senior Social Hour! Typically, each month there will be Bingo or a craft for Seniors to enjoy.  Meet new people, share stories, and have a great time! Please note, that for craft months, there is a limit of 12 participants. For Bingo, there is no limit of participants. Octo...read more

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Foam Party with Foam Invasion!
11:00am
 Foam Party with Foam Invasion!
Tuesday, Aug. 13, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Get ready for an End-of-Summer Foam Invasion! Join us out on the back patio and lawn for a party you won't forget, complete with a foam cannon, music, and beach balls! Wear your bathing suits or loose-fitting shorts and shirts, sandals or beach shoes, or older sneakers (or even go barefoot!). A ...read more
Great Decisions Foreign Policy Discussion Group
3:00-4:30pm
Great Decisions Foreign Policy Discussion Group
Tuesday, Aug. 13, 3:00-4:30pmGreat Decisions Fore
Cranbury Public Library
Meets the Second Tuesday of the month in Meeting Room 1. Video and discussion to follow. Copies of the Great Decisions Briefing Book available for checkout at the Cranbury Public Library.Topics Include:Mideast RealignmentClimate Technology and CompetitionScience Across BordersU.S. -China Trade Rival...read more
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Family Storytime
11:00am
 Family Storytime
Wednesday, Aug. 14, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Join Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and fun for everyone in the Children's Room!
Cranbury Digital Camera Club
7:30pm-10:00pm
 Cranbury Digital Camera Club
Wednesday, Aug. 14, 7:30pm-10:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Located in Meeting Room 1 + 2
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Full STEAM Ahead!
10:00 - 11:00 am
 Full STEAM Ahead!
Thursday, Aug. 15, 10:00 - 11:00 amFull STEAM Ahead!
Cranbury Public Library
Calling all young innovators, researchers, and explorers! 

Thursday Crafternoon: Sharpie Tie Dye T-Shirts!
3:30 - 4:30pm
Thursday Crafternoon: Sharpie Tie Dye T-Shirts!
Thursday, Aug. 15, 3:30 - 4:30pm
(Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 3:30pm)

Cranbury Public Library
Come by the Maker Space every Thursday afternoon at 3:30 for a unique monthly craft. This month: Make a Tie Dye T-Shirt of your very own, using a special technique with Sharpie markers! Recommended for ages 9 to 13. Registration *highly recommended* as supplies are limited.

Indivisible Cranbury
7:00pm
 Indivisible Cranbury
Thursday, Aug. 15, 7:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Located in Meeting Room 2
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Camp Throwback!
2:00 - 5:00pm
 Camp Throwback!
Friday, Aug. 16, 2:00 - 5:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
TEENS ARE INVITED TO END THEIR SUMMER WITH AN ADVENTURE BACK IN TIME!

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Tai Chi
10:00am-11:30am
 Tai Chi
Saturday, Aug. 17, 10:00am-11:30am
Community Meeting Space
Located in Meeting Room 1 + 2 (can be moved into 1 room if need be)
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CPL Cinemates Film Club
6:00 p.m.
 CPL Cinemates Film Club
Monday, Aug. 19, 6:00 p.m.CPL Cinemates Film C
Cranbury Public Library
Calling all cinephiles! Join us for the CPL Cinemates Film Club, a monthly club focused on the appreciation and analysis of movies. *Beginning in July 2024, our meetings will switch to the THIRD MONDAY of every month to screen a film and share an educational and open-minded discussion about the film...read more

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Cranbury Golden Age Neighbors
11:00am-1:00pm
 Cranbury Golden Age Neighbors
Tuesday, Aug. 20, 11:00am-1:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Located in Meeting Room 3. 
Toddler Craft Tuesday: Make a Mini Beach!
11:00am
Toddler Craft Tuesday: Make a Mini Beach!
Tuesday, Aug. 20, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Calling all crafty toddlers! Join us in the Maker Space for a seasonal craft perfect for busy little hands. Recommended for ages 2-5. Registration required, as supplies may be limited. This month's craft: Make a Mini Beach!

Senior Casino Day
1:00pm-3:00pm
 Senior Casino Day
Tuesday, Aug. 20, 1:00pm-3:00pmSenior Casino Day
Cranbury Public Library
Join us for Senior Casino Day! Play games like Roulette, Money Wheel, Black Jack, and Poker! Win prizes, share stories, meet new people, and have a great time! Meeting Room 1 + 2Sponsored by the Gardens of Monroe 
Spinning Yarns
6:30pm
 Spinning Yarns
Tuesday, Aug. 20, 6:30pmSpinning Yarns
Cranbury Public Library
Enjoy an hour of knitting, crocheting, crafts and conversation. All levels welcome. This workshop will be in Meeting Room 1.The June 18th meeting of Spining Yarns will be held in Meeting Room 3. 
Hobbies for Health: Hike for Healthy Living Due to an abundance of poison ivy on that trail, we have chosen another trail in Cranbury to walk on that evening. We will meet at 6:45pm at the Cranbury Brook Preserve Trail
7:00 pm
Hobbies for Health: Hike for Healthy Living Due to an abundance of poison ivy on that trail, we have chosen another trail in Cranbury to walk on that evening. We will meet at 6:45pm at the Cranbury Brook Preserve Trail
Tuesday, Aug. 20, 7:00 pmHobbies for Health:
Cranbury Public Library
Join us for a serene, mindful, evening walk through the flat walking trails of the Reinhardt Forest Preserve Cranbury with environmental Craig Harrley. Learn about the benefits of hiking as well sustainable preservation practice. Wear sturdy shoes. Held rain or shine. register here&nb...read more
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Family Storytime
11:00am
 Family Storytime
Wednesday, Aug. 21, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Join Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and fun for everyone in the Children's Room!
Afternoon Book Discussion
1:30pm
 Afternoon Book Discussion
Wednesday, Aug. 21, 1:30pm
Cranbury Public Library
Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month in Meeting Room 3.October 16th: The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai. 
Outdoor Concert Featuring Timeless Groove
6:30-8pm
Outdoor Concert Featuring Timeless Groove
Wednesday, Aug. 21, 6:30-8pmOutdoor Concert Feat
Cranbury Public Library
Enjoy the sunset at this outdoor concert featuring the local band, Timeless Groove. Timeless Groove is a NJ Cover band that plays Rock and Blues covers.Location: The Patio at 30 Park Place West. All attendees should bring their own lawn chairs or blankets.Rain Date: Thursday, 8/22 at 6:30pmSponsored...read more
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Full STEAM Ahead!
10:00 - 11:00 am
 Full STEAM Ahead!
Thursday, Aug. 22, 10:00 - 11:00 amFull STEAM Ahead!
Cranbury Public Library
Calling all young innovators, researchers, and explorers! 

Meeting in Meeting Room 3
1:20pm - 3:00pm
 Meeting in Meeting Room 3
Thursday, Aug. 22, 1:20pm - 3:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
Thursday Crafternoon: Sharpie Tie Dye T-Shirts!
3:30 - 4:30pm
Thursday Crafternoon: Sharpie Tie Dye T-Shirts!
Thursday, Aug. 22, 3:30 - 4:30pm
(Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 3:30pm)

Cranbury Public Library
Come by the Maker Space every Thursday afternoon at 3:30 for a unique monthly craft. This month: Make a Tie Dye T-Shirt of your very own, using a special technique with Sharpie markers! Recommended for ages 9 to 13. Registration *highly recommended* as supplies are limited.

Monthly Game Night
5:00pm-8:00pm
 Monthly Game Night
Thursday, Aug. 22, 5:00pm-8:00pmMonthly Game Night
Cranbury Public Library
Hey, IRL gamers: join us for our regular Monthly Game Night held the 4th Thursday of every month! 
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Cranbury Senior Center Luncheon
12:00pm-2pm
Cranbury Senior Center Luncheon
Friday, Aug. 23, 12:00pm-2pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 1 + 2 KJ
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Meet the Mayor
10-11:30am
 Meet the Mayor
Saturday, Aug. 24, 10-11:30am
Cranbury Public Library
Meet Cranbury Township's Mayor Eman El-Badawi in this informal conversational session. This event will take place in the Library's gallery.
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iPhone 101
12:30pm
 iPhone 101
Monday, Aug. 26, 12:30pm
Cranbury Public Library
Learn all about how to use your iPhone or iPad!  In this workshop, we will have an open forum for any troubles you might encounter with the iPhone. In previous sessions, we dicussed the camera, security measures, and data storage. Beginner to intermediate experience with an iPhone is suggested....read more
Literary Cafe
7:00pm
 Literary Cafe
Monday, Aug. 26, 7:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
Discuss your recent reads with fellow bibliophiles. This discussion group promises thought-provoking and engaging discourse. Meets the 4th Monday of the month in Meeting Room 3.
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Wheat Weaving Workshop
11am-1pm
 Wheat Weaving Workshop
Tuesday, Aug. 27, 11am-1pmWheat Weaving Worksh
Cranbury Public Library
Wheat weaving is an ancient and beautiful craft that has been practiced by ancient civilizations across the globe. When life depended on the harvest, designs made from leftover wheat were weighted in magic, hope, and supersition. Tap into this ancient practice and celebrate the coming harvest by lea...read more
Cranbury Girl Scouts
7:00pm
 Cranbury Girl Scouts
Tuesday, Aug. 27, 7:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Leaders meeting. Meeting Room 1
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Family Storytime
11:00am
 Family Storytime
Wednesday, Aug. 28, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Join Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and fun for everyone in the Children's Room!
Cranbury Democratic Committee
5:00pm
 Cranbury Democratic Committee
Wednesday, Aug. 28, 5:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 3 
Cranbury Digital Camera Club
7:30pm-10:00pm
 Cranbury Digital Camera Club
Wednesday, Aug. 28, 7:30pm-10:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Located in Meeting Room 1 + 2
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Full STEAM Ahead!
10:00 - 11:00 am
 Full STEAM Ahead!
Thursday, Aug. 29, 10:00 - 11:00 amFull STEAM Ahead!
Cranbury Public Library
Calling all young innovators, researchers, and explorers! 

Thursday Crafternoon: Sharpie Tie Dye T-Shirts!
3:30 - 4:30pm
Thursday Crafternoon: Sharpie Tie Dye T-Shirts!
Thursday, Aug. 29, 3:30 - 4:30pm
(Thursdays, August 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 3:30pm)

Cranbury Public Library
Come by the Maker Space every Thursday afternoon at 3:30 for a unique monthly craft. This month: Make a Tie Dye T-Shirt of your very own, using a special technique with Sharpie markers! Recommended for ages 9 to 13. Registration *highly recommended* as supplies are limited.

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