Clark Public Library March 2023
Librarian By Appointment
March 2 and March 16 from 3:00-4:00 pm
The Adult Services Librarians are available by appointment to provide in-depth, one-on-one help with any library-related 30-minute questions you may have.
The Missing Book Escape Room
March 2, 3:00 pm-4:00 pm &
March 3. 1:00 pm-2:00 pm
The Library Director recently got a whole case of treats for the staff to share in celebration of a job well done serving the Clark Community. Unfortunately, while she was locking up the treats, to ensure that the pesky library cat and ghost didn’t steal any, a Clark resident asked for help returning one of their overdue books and the Director accidentally lost the keys! You’ve been asked to help her find the missing keys with some of the celebratory treats as a reward.
Read Across America Day Kid’s Trivia
Thursday, March 2 at 3:30 pm
Today is Read Across America Day! Join us to celebrate by playing a trivia game on Kahoot! Play in person or on Zoom! This event is free and prizes will be awarded! *Winners must be willing to pick up the prize in person. Prizes not picked up within 30 days will be forfeited.
[Virtual] Read Across America BINGO
Thursday, March 2 at 6:30 pm
Celebrate Read Across America with some BINGO! Prizes for winners and runners-up. Please register to get the Zoom link and link for BINGO cards. Virtual only.
Stories & More
Fridays, March 3, 10, 17, & 24 at 10:00 am
Stories, movement, songs followed by a simple craft for active listeners ages 3 -5 years old. Registration is required.
Tales for Tots
Monday, March 6, 13, 20, & 27 at 10:00 am
Stories and songs for active listeners. Geared toward ages 2-3 with a caregiver. Older children are welcome! 30 minutes of open play follows. Registration is requested.
[Hybrid] Baby Bookworms
Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21 & 28 at 10:00 am
Babies and toddlers are invited to listen to some books and learn some songs, rhymes, lap bounces, and fingerplays. 30 minutes of open play follows. Registration is requested. Virtual option is available.
Afternoon Book Club
Tuesday, March 7 at 1:00 pm
Join us for our next afternoon book club meeting. We will be discussing “That Summer” by Jennifer Weiner. Please speak with a librarian or email reference@clarklibrary.org if you need a copy of the book.
Computer & Technology Help
Tuesday, March 7, 14, 21 & 28 from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm
Stop by and have one of the Library Volunteers help you learn one on one or in a group!
Barks & Books
Tuesdays, March 7 & 21 from 4-5 pm
Thursday, March 9 from 6:30-7:30 pm
Saturday, March 18 from 10-11 am
If you have a young, reluctant, or struggling reader, we want you to meet our therapy dogs! Children will each get approximately 15 minutes of reading time with Bubble, Magnolia, or Sophie.
[Adult Craft] DIY St. Patrick’s Day Tea Towels
Wednesday, March 8 at 11:00 am.
Make a cute, decorative St. Patrick’s Day tea towel with iron-on vinyl.
Dungeons & Dragons: The Green Cask Society Adventuring Guild
March 11th, 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm
The Library is proud to announce the establishment of the Green Cask Society Adventuring Guild! Join us for our adventure into the world of D&D 5e. All Ages, No experience required, No materials required, All players are welcome!
Union County Aging Services Kiosk
Monday, March 13 from 10 am-12 pm
Do you have questions about services available in Union County for seniors or their caregivers? Come visit the Union County Aging Services Kiosk, speak to our specialist, and get answers to your questions.
[Adult & Teen Craft]
St. Patrick’s Day Tea Towels
Monday, March 13 at 7:00 pm.
Make a cute, decorative St. Patrick’s Day tea towel with iron-on vinyl from our Cricut machine. Open to teens and adults
Teen St. Patrick’s Day Chocolate Making
Tuesday, March 14 at 3:00 pm
Make some St. Patrick’s Day treats with melted chocolate, candy molds, and special decorations. Open to teens in Grades 6-12.
Computer and Technology Class
Tuesday, March 14, 21, and 28 from 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm
Stop by and have one of our wonderful Library Volunteers help you in our brand new Computer Help Class focusing on Microsoft Office.
Remember The Ladies: Women During the American Revolution
Tuesday, March 14 at 7:00 pm
In celebration of Women’s History Month, join historian Joel Farkas to “remember the ladies” of the Revolutionary War. This program is part of our “Better Together” series with the Cranford Public Library.
Krafty Kids
Wednesday, March 15 at 3:30 pm
Make fun and creative artwork for St. Patrick’s Day. Registration is required, for ages 5-12.]
[Hybrid] Trivia Nights: Park and Recreation
March 16th, 7-8 pm
Test your knowledge alongside your friends at our TRIVIA NIGHTS! On Thursday night we will be hosting a trivia contest on everything from history to the biggest hits on Netflix. This week’s Trivia Night will be on the show Parks and Recreation.
Evening Book Club
Monday, March 20 at 7:00 pm
Join us for our next evening book club meeting. We’ll be discussing “The Doctors Blackwell” by Janice Nimura. Speak with a librarian or email if you need a copy of the book.
NJ Maker’s Day – LEGO® MANIA
Thursday evening through Saturday morning
Join us at one of three all-ages building events for your chance to show off your master-building skills! Come on Saturday to vote for your favorites in different categories!
LEGO® All Ages Building Challenges
Thursday, March 23, 6:30-8:00 pm
Friday, March 24, 3:15 pm-4:30 pm
Saturday, March 25, 11:00 am-12:30 pm.
Creations will be on display and available for voting from 12:30 pm to 4:30 on Saturday, March 25 (in person) and until 12:00 pm on Monday, March 27 (online). Winners will be notified by email Monday night.
How to Sort & Organize LEGO® Pieces and Mini-Figures
Saturday, March 25 at 10:00 am
Lego Fans of all ages are invited to come to a special class to learn some great techniques for sorting and organizing all those LEGO® bricks and mini-figures! Please register.
LEGO® We Do Robots
Saturday, March 25 at 11:00 am or 12:00 pm
We will be bringing out our LEGO® We-Do Robots for groups to try out. Please register for one session. While you wait, free build something out of regular bricks for the challenge!
Little Bits Storytime
Sunday, March 26 at 2 pm
Join us on the weekend for a special afternoon storytime! Interactive stories, songs, and fun for children of all ages! Registration is required.
Kid’s Gaming Club
Tuesday, March 28 from 3:15-4:45 pm.
Stop in for a fun afternoon of gaming. Play some Nintendo Switch games on our big screen or bring your own device. Open to Grades 1-5. Board games and other types of games will be out as well while waiting for your turn to play.
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Tuesday, March 28 at 7:00 pm
Teens – let your voice be heard at the library! The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) helps create, plan, and run teen programs and services they would like offered at the Clark Public Library. Open to teens in Grades 6-12.
Take & Makes for Preschoolers – Adults
Each month we have a new take-home craft to pick up and make at your leisure. While supplies last, no registration.
