Clark Public Library April 2022
We will be closed on Friday, April 15 for Good Friday, and Sunday, April 17 for Easter.
Please register for any programs by emailing reference@clarklibrary.org and state which program you would like to attend or through the online calendar on our website at clarklibrary.org.
Stories & More
Fridays, April 1, 8, and 29 at 10:00 am
Stories, movement, songs followed by a simple craft for active listeners ages 3 -5 years old in person or via Zoom. Registration is required for craft supplies and the Zoom link if attending virtually.
Tales for Tots
Monday, April 4, & 25 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 required.
Baby Bookworms
Tuesday, April 5 at 10:00 am
Babies and toddlers are invited to listen to some books and learn some songs, rhymes, lap bounces, and fingerplays in person or via Zoom. 30 minutes of open play follows. Please register.
Afternoon Book Club
Tuesday, April 5 at 1:00 pm
We will be discussing “The American Heiress” by Daisy Goodwin. Please speak with a librarian or emailreference@clarklibrary.org if you need a copy of the book.
Barks & Books
Tuesday, April 5 from 3:30 pm-4:30 pm
If you have a young, reluctant, or struggling reader, we want you to meet our therapy dogs! Therapy dogs are non-judgmental listeners and furry friends to read to that won’t laugh if a child makes a mistake or stumbles over a word. Children learn to associate reading with being with the dog and begin to view reading in a positive way. Over time, the child’s reading ability and confidence can improve because they are practicing their skills. Children will each get approximately 15 minutes of reading time with Bubble, Magnolia, or Sophie. Please register for a 15-minute time slot. Check our calendar for additional times that may be added.
Totally New Tuesdays
April 5, 12, 19 at 6:30 pm.
Movies are back at the library! No registration is required.
Krafty Kids
Wednesday, April 6, and Monday, April 18 at 3:30 pm
Join us as we make some fun and creative artwork. Using a few art supplies we will make a new craft each session! Don’t forget to bring your imagination and creativity! Please register.
Tinker Tots
Thursday, April 7 at 10:00 am
Come join us for a morning of fun science activities perfect for little ones in a station-based format. For children ages 2 through pre-k. Please register.
Thursday Afternoon Movies
April 7, 14, and 21 at 1:00 pm
Movies are back at the library! No registration is required.
[Virtual] Pajama Time
Thursday, April 7 at 7:00 pm
Join us in your PJs for an evening storytime session for the family on Zoom. Please register to get the Zoom link.
[Virtual] Adult Coloring Club
Friday, April 8 and 22 at 11:00 am
Coloring is a great way to unwind and relieve some stress! Pick up coloring sheets and crayons at the library or use your own and meet up on Zoom for some soothing music and relaxation.
[Virtual] Recycle Right & the NJ Plastic Bag Ban
Monday, April 11 at 7:00 pm
We all know that we need to recycle, but how do we recycle right? We assume if it’s paper, plastic, or metal, it will get recycled. However, there is much more to it than that. Learn about exactly what should be going into our curbside bins, what should NOT, and why this matters. Also, learn about the upcoming New Jersey plastic bag ban.
Little Scientist- Lego Robots
Thursday, April 14 at 4 pm
Learn how to build and create with our Science Experiments! Each session will be a different experiment that will touch upon a different STEM skill. For ages 5-12
[Adult] The Five-Week Book Club
Thursday, April 14 @ 7:00 pm
In this New York Times Bestseller, David Chang, owner-chef of Momofuku Noodle Bar in Manhattan and star of Netflix’s Ugly Delicious, shares the ups and downs of his personal life as well as a keen look at the history and future of the restaurant industry. Please speak with a librarian if you need a copy of the book.
Teen Craft: Paper Quilling
Monday, April 18 at 1:00 pm
Celebrate spring and learn about the art of paper quilling as we make beautiful spring-themed artworks using strips of paper and some special tools. Open to Grades 6-12. All supplies provided and snacks will be served!
Boogie Woogie Babies
Tuesday, April 19 at 10:00 am
Boogie Woogie Babies is a 30-45 minute dance class for little ones and their big person! Classes consist of singing and dancing geared towards working on fine motor skills. Class ends with a dance routine that includes the baby and their big person. Both adults and little people get to socialize, have fun, while most importantly, bond! Plus adults get to burn a few calories! Class is geared towards ages 6 months-2 years old. but all are welcome with an adult! Please register.
Paint a Pot, Plant a Flower
Tuesday, April 19 at 2:00 pm
Ages 4-12 are invited to join us to paint a pot and plant a flower in it! Registration is required and priority registration will be given to Clark residents. If weather permits, this program will be held outside. Remember to wear old clothes!
Life-Size Candyland
Wednesday, April 20
Looking for some Spring Break fun? Play our life-size Candyland game! This program will be held indoors with sessions at noon, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, and 4 pm. It will be limited to children between the ages of 4-12. Each session will have up to 10 participants. A library card is required to register and Clark residents get priority registration.
[Adult] The Crafty Folks
Thursday, April 21 @ 7-8 pm and Friday, April 22 @ 3:30-4:30 pm
We’re making a simple button collage craft. This is an Adult activity but Teens in High School are welcome to attend!
Finger Painting Friday
Friday, April 22 at 10:00 am
No childhood is complete without some good, old-fashioned, messy finger painting. We will read a story and then make some squishy, colorful creations. Wear some old clothes! Clark residents will have priority registration.
Earth Day Kahoot! and Bingo food Kids
Friday, April 22 at 2:00 pm
Join us online or in-person to play a Kahoot! quiz about the earth and Earth Day followed by a couple of rounds of Earth Day Bingo! A device is needed to play Kahoot! and we will have several on hand for in-person players. Bingo may be played on a device or printed card. Adult Clark residents may borrow Chromebooks or iPads from the library. Prizes must be picked up; they will not be mailed.
[Virtual] Dogs of Chernobyl, 35 Years Later-A Story of Hope and Resilience
Wednesday, April 27 at 7:00 pm
A personal look at the dogs who descended from the pets left behind after the nuclear accident of 1986 with rare videos and photos taken by cat behaviorist Stephen Quandt during the spay/neuter and research campaign that he worked on. It is a story of resilience, hope, life, and even heroism. This program is part of our “Better Together” program series with Cranford Public Library. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Library and Clark Public Library.
[Hybrid] Stories of the Wild West
Thursday, April 28 at 1:00 pm
Join us in-person or over Zoom as professional storyteller Judy England-McCarthy narrates this prerecorded virtual program. You’ll be entertained and educated about the Wild West through stories, commentary, and slides narrated by Annie Oakley. At the end, Judy England-McCarthy will answer your questions live over Zoom. The presentation will be screened in the Ayers Room if you would like to watch the presentation in person. Light refreshments will be served.
[Hybrid] Superhero Trivia and Bingo for Kids
Thursday, April 28 at 6:30 pm
Today is National Superhero Day! Join us to celebrate by playing a trivia game on Kahoot and playing a round or two of superhero-themed Bingo! Come in person or join us on Zoom. This event is free and prizes will be awarded! *Winners must be willing to pick up the prize in person. One first-place prize per person.
LEGO® Club on Friday, April 29 from 3:15 pm-4:15 pm
Join us for the LEGO® Club at the Clark Public Library! Create your own LEGO® structures. LEGO® are provided by the library. Creations are displayed in the Children’s Area. For children in grades K – 5.
Boredom Buster for Kids
Each month we have a new take-home craft for kids to pick up and make at their leisure. While supplies last, no registration. Available beginning April 1.
Boredom Buster for Adults and Teens
Each month we have a new take-home craft for adults and teens to pick up and make at their leisure. While supplies last, no registration. Available beginning April 1.
