For more information and to register for programs, call 908-789-1670. The Library is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Library will be closed December 24 and 25 for Christmas and December 31 and January for New Years. The library is located at 411 Third Ave.
Visit online ar youseemore.com/garwood.
Santa is coming
Saturday, December 8, at 10 a.m.
Santa will take time from his busy holiday schedule to visit the Garwood Public Library. Refreshments will be on hand. Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their cameras for a Christmas season photo opportunity. The first 50 children will receive a small gift from Santa. Space is limited, and registration is required.
Knitting Club
Mondays and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
No registration required; Learn how to knit or show others how it’s done while enjoying fun conversation. Needles and yarn provided to newcomers.
Kid’s Chess
Mondays, at 3:00 p.m.
No registration required. Limit 12; Informal chess game for children of all ages.
This is a non-instructional program. Six boards provided.
There will be no Kid’s Chess over the Winter Recess.
Monday Afternoon Book Club
at 1 p.m. on December 17
No registration required. Discussing And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie.
Christmas Holiday
The Library will be closed, Monday and Tuesday, December 24 and 25 for the Christmas holiday.
Explore It
Tuesdays at 3:00 p.m.
in the Lincoln School Art room, after school STEM fun for kids 3rd grade and older: Registration required Limit 16.
There will be no Explore It December 4 or over the Winter Recess.
Adult Craft
Tuesday, December 11 at 6:00 p.m.
Let those creative juices flow. Make a holiday craft to bring home and impress your friends and family. Limit 10. Registration required
Toddler Story Time
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
No registration required. For children birth to age 4; Stories, songs, bubbles and more. The Pipsqueak Players will visit Storytime on December 12.
Kid’s Craft
Wednesday, December 12, at 3:00 p.m.
Registration required. For children 2nd grade and up, Limit 20.
Library Board Meeting
The meeting of the Library Board of Trustees is open to the public.
December’s meeting will take place on
Wednesday, December 5 at 8:00 p.m.
Aging Services Kiosk (ASK)
Thursday, December 13, from 10 a.m. until noon
Union County Division of Aging Staff will be on hand to assist seniors (age 60+) or their caregivers with information on services, such as meal delivery, respite care, adult day care and support services for caregivers.
Lego
Thursday, December 6 at 3:00 p.m.
be inspired by this month’s theme and build whatever comes to mind. Then share your creation with others. Some will be displayed in our showcase. Registration required. For children age 4 through 12, Limit 15.
Christmas Matters Holiday Carolers
Thursday, December 6 at 6:45 p.m.
A professional, A Capella quartet, dressed in stunning Dickens era costumes will entertain you with some of your holiday favorites and maybe a sing along too.
Registration is required. Limit 40.
Thursday Night Book Club
Thursday, December 13, at 7:00 p.m.
No registration required; Discussing: The Winter Sisters, by Robin Oliveira.
No registration required.
