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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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Art for the Non Artist- An Introductory Sketching and Drawing Class
11am-1pm
Art for the Non Artist- An Introductory Sketching and Drawing Class
Friday, Aug. 1, 11am-1pmArt for the Non Arti
Cranbury Public Library
Join New Jersey-based artist and art teacher, Jennifer Santa Maria, in this introductory drawing class. This class is designed specifically for those with no experience or low self-esteem around art, focusing on sketching and drawing in a supportive environment. Participants will be working with dry...read more

First Fridays: Music and Movement with Ms. Jenni
11:00am
First Fridays: Music and Movement with Ms. Jenni
Friday, Aug. 1, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Let's sing, play, and move with Ms. Jenni as she takes us on musical adventures designed especially for our littlest patrons! Each first Friday of the month at 11:00am, join us as we explore with instruments, dance, and song. Recommended for ages 0-4. Caregivers must attend with their child. Reg...read more

Summer Enrichment Movie Series: Atlantis, the Lost Empire
3:15pm
Summer Enrichment Movie Series: Atlantis, the Lost Empire
Friday, Aug. 1, 3:15pm
Cranbury Public Library
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From Idea to Impact: Building Environmental Service Projects in the Community
2:00pm
From Idea to Impact: Building Environmental Service Projects in the Community
Saturday, Aug. 2, 2:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
This program is focused on helping share experiences with people to help them create their own environmental service projects. The program will include steps to create an environmental service project as well as insight from a successful project about Spotted Lanternflies in Cranbury. The program wi...read more
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End of Summer Enrichment Splash Party!
11:00am
End of Summer Enrichment Splash Party!
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Join us for an End-of-Summer-Enrichment Splash Party to end all Summer Enrichment Splash Parties, complete with music, splash pad, water balloons, bubbles, and soaker balls! Wear your bathing suits or loose-fitting shorts and shirts (or togas!), sandals or beach shoes, or older sneakers (or even go ...read more

Spinning Yarns 2025 A
6:30pm
 Spinning Yarns 2025 A
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 6:30pm
Cranbury Public Library
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Gentle Yoga
10:30am-11:30am
 Gentle Yoga
Wednesday, Aug. 6, 10:30am-11:30amGentle Yoga
Cranbury Public Library
Join us for an hour of gentle stretching, breath work, and meditation. This class is perfect for beginners or experienced practitioners.  Please bring your own mat.Walk-ins welcomeno registration required ________Beth Glasberg  has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. After st...read more
Family Storytime!
11:00am
 Family Storytime!
Wednesday, Aug. 6, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Join Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and fun for everyone in the Children's Room!
Summer Enrichment: "Percy Jackson" TV Series Weekly Marathon
3:15pm
Summer Enrichment: "Percy Jackson" TV Series Weekly Marathon
Wednesday, Aug. 6, 3:15pm
Cranbury Public Library
This program will take place in Meeting Rooms 1 & 2.More information to follow.
Cranbury Lions Club
6:00pm-7:00pm
 Cranbury Lions Club
Wednesday, Aug. 6, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Located in Meeting Room 3
Mercer County RC Society
7:00pm
 Mercer County RC Society
Wednesday, Aug. 6, 7:00pm
Community Meeting Space
November Meeting will be in Meeting Room 3. Monthly meeting of the local non-profit organization for radio control aircraft. 
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An Evening of Folk Music and Storytelling with Rik Palieri
6:30pm
An Evening of Folk Music and Storytelling with Rik Palieri
Thursday, Aug. 7, 6:30pmAn Evening of Folk M
Cranbury Public Library
Join Singer-Songwriter, Rik Palieri for an outdoor concert on The Patio at 30 Park Place West. Rik will perform both original and traditional songs and share stories of his life on the road as a folk singer.LocationThe Patio. Please Bring your own lawn chair or blanket for seating.In the event of in...read more
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Storytime in Motion!
11:00am - 12:00pm
 Storytime in Motion!
Friday, Aug. 8, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
Join us in meeting rooms 1 & 2 as Cranbury Public Library partners with the American Repertory Ballet and Princeton Ballet School for an interactive storytime sure to keep you on your toes!  Let your youngest learners twirl, jump, and imagine through ballet stories and an interactive b...read more

Summer Enrichment Movie Series: The Secret of NIMH
3:15pm
Summer Enrichment Movie Series: The Secret of NIMH
Friday, Aug. 8, 3:15pm
Cranbury Public Library
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Tai Chi
10:00am-11:30am
 Tai Chi
Saturday, Aug. 9, 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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Green Chillies
12:00pm-6:00pm
 Green Chillies
Sunday, Aug. 10, 12:00pm-6:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 1 + 2 + 3
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Dorothea House
10:00am-12:00pm
 Dorothea House
Monday, Aug. 11, 10:00am-12:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 1 + 2
Caregiver Support Group
11:00am
 Caregiver Support Group
Monday, Aug. 11, 11:00am
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 Arts & Crafts with Caregiver Coach, Kat
1:00pm
Senior Arts & Crafts with Caregiver Coach, Kat
Monday, Aug. 11, 1:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
Welcome to Senior Arts & Crafts with Caregiver Coach, Kat Typically, each month there will be a craft for Seniors to enjoy. Ocassionaly there may be a bingo session, but that will be annouced a few weeks before.Meet new people, share stores, and have a great time!Please note, that for ...read more

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Gentle Yoga
10:30am-11:30am
 Gentle Yoga
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 10:30am-11:30amGentle Yoga
Cranbury Public Library
Join us for an hour of gentle stretching, breath work, and meditation. This class is perfect for beginners or experienced practitioners.  Please bring your own mat.Walk-ins welcomeno registration required ________Beth Glasberg  has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. After st...read more
Family Storytime!
11:00am
 Family Storytime!
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Join Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and fun for everyone in the Children's Room!
Summer Enrichment: "Percy Jackson" TV Series Weekly Marathon
3:15pm
Summer Enrichment: "Percy Jackson" TV Series Weekly Marathon
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 3:15pm
Cranbury Public Library
This program will take place in Meeting Rooms 1 & 2.More information to follow.
Summer Enrichment: "Percy Jackson" TV Series Weekly Marathon
4:00pm
Summer Enrichment: "Percy Jackson" TV Series Weekly Marathon
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 4:00pm
Cranbury Public Library
This program will take place in Meeting Rooms 1 & 2.More information to follow.
Cranbury Digital Camera Club
7:30pm-10:00pm
 Cranbury Digital Camera Club
Wednesday, Aug. 13, 7:30pm-10:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 1 + 2LD
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Blood Drive set up
12:00pm-1:00pm
 Blood Drive set up
Thursday, Aug. 14, 12:00pm-1:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Blood Drive set up Meeting Rooms 1 & 2
Indivisible Cranbury- Technology Group
7:30pm-9:00pm
Indivisible Cranbury- Technology Group
Thursday, Aug. 14, 7:30pm-9:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 1+2
Blood Drive
1:00pm-6:00pm
 Blood Drive
Thursday, Aug. 14, 1:00pm-6:00pmBlood Drive
Community Meeting Space
Blood DriveThursday, August 14th, 1:00 PM - 6:00 PMGiving blood is a simple thing to do, but it can make a difference in the lives of others. The American Red Cross will be at the Cranbury Public Library collecting blood donations on Thursday,August 14th, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. These donation...read more
Blood Drive clean up
6:00pm-7:00pm
 Blood Drive clean up
Thursday, Aug. 14, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Blood Drive clean up Meeting Rooms 1&2
Cranbury Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
7pm
Cranbury Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Thursday, Aug. 14, 7pm
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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Cranbury Senior Center Luncheon
12:00pm-2:00pm
 Cranbury Senior Center Luncheon
Friday, Aug. 15, 12:00pm-2:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 1 + 2
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Indivisible Cranbury- Technology Group
12:00pm-3:00pm
Indivisible Cranbury- Technology Group
Sunday, Aug. 17, 12:00pm-3:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 1+2
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CPL Cinemates Film Club
6:00 p.m.
 CPL Cinemates Film Club
Monday, Aug. 18, 6:00 p.m.CPL Cinemates Film C
Cranbury Public Library
November's theme is "Noir"Calling all cinephiles! Join us for the CPL Cinemates Film Club, a monthly club focused on the appreciation and analysis of movies. Join us on the THIRD MONDAY of every month to screen a film and share an educational and open-minded discussion about the film a...read more

Cranbury Democratic Committee
7:00pm
 Cranbury Democratic Committee
Monday, Aug. 18, 7:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 3
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Cranbury Chinese Women’s Fellowship
10:00am-12:00pm
Cranbury Chinese Women’s Fellowship
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 10:00am-12:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 3 
Toddler Craft Tuesday: Let’s Make Paper Bag Puppets!
11:00am
Toddler Craft Tuesday: Let’s Make Paper Bag Puppets!
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 11:00amToddler Craft Tuesda
Cranbury Public Library
Calling all crafty toddlers! Join us in the Maker Space for a special seasonal craft perfect for busy little hands. Recommended for ages 2 to 5. This month: We'll make animal puppets out of paper bags!

Great Decisions Foreign Policy Discussion Group
3:00pm-4:30pm
Great Decisions Foreign Policy Discussion Group
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 3:00pm-4:30pm
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 are available for checkout at the Cranbury Public Library. February: American Foreign Policy at a CrossroadsMarch: U.S. Changing Leadership of the World Econ...read more
NEW DATE! Summer Enrichment: Thursday Crafternoon Mashup -- How Many Objects Can You Paint With?
3:30pm-5:30pm
NEW DATE! Summer Enrichment: Thursday Crafternoon Mashup -- How Many Objects Can You Paint With?
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 3:30pm-5:30pm
Cranbury Public Library
NEW DATE! This program has been rescheduled and will now take place on TUESDAY, AUGUST 19 AT 3:30PM.Come by the Maker Space every Thursday at 3:30pm to create your own unique craft and Color Our World! This week: It's a Crafternoon/Teen Mashup where we'll paint outside with as many different...read more

Republicans of Cranbury
6:00pm-7:00pm
 Republicans of Cranbury
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 3 
Spinning Yarns 2025 B
6:30pm
 Spinning Yarns 2025 B
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 6:30pm
Cranbury Public Library
Meeting Room 1 
CHA Board Meeting
7:30pm-9:30pm
 CHA Board Meeting
Tuesday, Aug. 19, 7:30pm-9:30pm
Community Meeting Space
Cranbury Housing Associates (CHA) Board meeting - Mark Berkowsky - in Meeting Room 3.
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Gentle Yoga
10:30am-11:30am
 Gentle Yoga
Wednesday, Aug. 20, 10:30am-11:30amGentle Yoga
Cranbury Public Library
Join us for an hour of gentle stretching, breath work, and meditation. This class is perfect for beginners or experienced practitioners.  Please bring your own mat.Walk-ins welcomeno registration required ________Beth Glasberg  has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. After st...read more
Family Storytime!
11:00am
 Family Storytime!
Wednesday, Aug. 20, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Join Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and fun for everyone in the Children's Room!
Meeting Room 3 Reserved
1:45-3:15pm
 Meeting Room 3 Reserved
Wednesday, Aug. 20, 1:45-3:15pm
Cranbury Public Library
1:45-3:15pm
Monthly Puzzle Night
6:00pm - 8:00pm
 Monthly Puzzle Night
Wednesday, Aug. 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pmMonthly Puzzle Night
Cranbury Public Library
Join us for our monthly puzzle night on the third Wednesday of each month! Come work on a new puzzle each month, and meet fellow puzzle enthusiasts!From 6-8pm we'll be working on puzzles in the adult circulation room.
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Indivisible Cranbury
7:00pm
 Indivisible Cranbury
Thursday, Aug. 21, 7:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 1 + 2
Indivisible Cranbury: Preservation Task Force
6:15pm-7:00pm
Indivisible Cranbury: Preservation Task Force
Thursday, Aug. 21, 6:15pm-7:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 3
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Summer Sendoff with NJ4S!
3:00 - 4:00 pm
 Summer Sendoff with NJ4S!
Friday, Aug. 22, 3:00 - 4:00 pmSummer Sendoff with
Cranbury Public Library
NJ4S Middlesex is back with another fantastic program at CPL! Join us on Friday, August 22nd as they help us send off summer and ease into the new school year. There will be plenty of relaxing activites to reflect on the summer and decompress before any school-related stress.
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Tai Chi
10:00am-11:30am
 Tai Chi
Saturday, Aug. 23, 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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Green Chillies
12:00pm-6:00pm
 Green Chillies
Sunday, Aug. 24, 12:00pm-6:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 1 + 2 + 3
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Dorothea House
10:00am-12:00pm
 Dorothea House
Monday, Aug. 25, 10:00am-12:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 3 
iPhone 101
12:30pm
  iPhone 101
Monday, Aug. 25, 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 discussed 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. 25, 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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Cell Phone Privacy and Cybersecurity
6:00pm
Cell Phone Privacy and Cybersecurity
Tuesday, Aug. 26, 6:00pmCell Phone Privacy a
Cranbury Public Library
In today's connected world, your cell phone is an essential part of your life – connecting you with family, friends, entertainment, school, finances and information. But with all that convenience comes important concerns about your privacy and security.  Join us for a session on ...read more
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Gentle Yoga
10:30am-11:30am
 Gentle Yoga
Wednesday, Aug. 27, 10:30am-11:30am Gentle Yoga
Cranbury Public Library
Join us for an hour of gentle stretching, breath work, and meditation. This class is perfect for beginners or experienced practitioners.  Please bring your own mat.Walk-ins welcomeno registration required ________Beth Glasberg  has been practicing yoga for over 20 years. After st...read more
Family Storytime!
11:00am
 Family Storytime!
Wednesday, Aug. 27, 11:00am
Cranbury Public Library
Join Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and fun for everyone in the Children's Room!
Republicans of Cranbury
6:00pm-7:30pm
 Republicans of Cranbury
Wednesday, Aug. 27, 6:00pm-7:30pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 3 
Cranbury Digital Camera Club
7:30pm-10:00pm
 Cranbury Digital Camera Club
Wednesday, Aug. 27, 7:30pm-10:00pm
Community Meeting Space
Meeting Room 1 + 2 LD
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Cardio Dance Yoga
1:00pm-2:00pm
 Cardio Dance Yoga
Thursday, Aug. 28, 1:00pm-2:00pmCardio Dance Yoga
Cranbury Public Library
Cardio Dance Yoga Stephanie Cuddahy is a certified group fitness instructor and personal trainer who has taught classes is several local gyms, including most recently RWJ Fitness and Wellness Hamilton and the Hamilton Area YMCA.Her cardio chair dance class came from her love of low impact aerob...read more

Teen Mashup Hour (or Whatever)
4:00pm - 5:00pm
 Teen Mashup Hour (or Whatever)
Thursday, Aug. 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pmTeen Mashup Hour (or
Cranbury Public Library
Patrons aged 11-17 are welcome to drop by the Teen Room at 4:00pm for the Teen Mashup Hour (or Whatever). Each month there will be a guided craft to work on - but attendees are welcome to discuss whatever and work on whatever they'd like. The teen room computers are only to be used for programmi...read more
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CLOSED
 CLOSED
Saturday, Aug. 30,
Cranbury Public Library
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CLOSED
 CLOSED
Sunday, Aug. 31,
Cranbury Public Library
      
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