Clark Public Library October 2023
Please register for any programs through the online calendar on our website at clarklibrary.org, in person, by phone at 732-388-5999, or by email at reference@clarklibrary.org and state which program you would like to attend.
The library will be closed on Monday, October 9 for Columbus Day.
Join us for our Fall Library Open House Extravaganza & Pumpkin Painting on Thursday, October 19 at 6:30 – 8:30 pm!
Tales for Tots, Mondays, October 2, 16, 23 & 30 at 10am
Stories and songs for active listeners.Geared toward ages 2-3 with a caregiver. Older children are welcome! 30 minutes of open play follows.
Friends of the Library Meeting on Monday, October 2 at 7pm
Friends of the Library monthly meeting.
Baby Bookworms,Tuesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 at 10am
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.
Patches and Stitches on Tuesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 at 12pm
Bring your quilt or other crafty project and visit with the members of the quilting club.
Totally New Tuesdays, Tuesdays, October 3, 10, 24 & 31 at 6:30pm
Enjoy a new movie for adults just released to DVD on our big screen. Please check our online calendar or visit the library to check the movies being shown.
Digital Literacy Tutoring, Tuesday, October 3, 10, 17 & 24 at 6:30pm Do you need help with your digital literacy skills? Join us for tutoring sessions on topics including Google Drive, Microsoft, Email, and resume help.Registration is required as sessions are limited to 4 students.
Fraud Protection Seminar on Wednesday, October 4 at 11:00am Attendees will learn how to protect their information and assets from the growing number of frauds and scams in the current post-pandemic era. Sponsored by Bank of America in Clark, NJ.
English as a Second Language Tutoring on Wednesday, October 4, 11, 18, & 25 at 2pm The Clark Public Library hosts weekly English as a Second Language tutoring sessions. Registration is required as sessions are limited to 4 students.
Chess Club, Thursdays, October 5, 12, 19 & 26 at 11am – 3pm New members welcome!
Thursday Afternoon Movies on Thursdays, October 5, 12 & 26 at 1pm
Enjoy a movie for adults. Please check our online calendar or visit the library to check the movies being shown
Stories & More, Fridays, October 6, 13, 20 & 27 at 10am
Stories, movement, songs followed by a simple craft for active listeners ages 3 – 5 years old. Registration is required.
English as a Second Language Conversation Class on Saturday October 7, 14, 21 & 28 at 11am
Practice English and conversation. For beginners to intermediates.
Digital Literacy Tutoring on Wednesday, October 11 & 25 at 11am Do you need help with your digital literacy skills? Join us for tutoring sessions on topics including Google Drive, Microsoft, Email, and resume help.Registration is required as sessions are limited to 4 students.
Krafty Kids on Wednesday, October 11 at 3:30pm
Join us as we make some fun and creative artwork! Don’t forget to bring your imagination and creativity! Registration is required. Geared for entering Kindergarten-5th grade.
Family Movie Night on Thursday, October 12 at 6:30pm
Join us for popcorn and a newly released Disney Pixar movie (Rated PG.) In a city where fire, water, land, and air residents live together, a fiery young woman and a go-with-the-flow guy discover something elemental: how much they actually have in common.
LEGO Club on Friday, October 13 at 3:15pm
Create your own LEGO® structures to be displayed in the Children’s area of the library! LEGO® are provided by the library. For children entering grades K – 5.
Solar Viewing Program on Saturday, October 14 at 12pm
Pearl Observatory will be visiting with their solar telescope for the partial solar eclipse happening this day!
We will learn about space weather, view storms on the surface of the sun, see sunspots, solar flares, prominences on the sun, and learn about the sun’s rotation. Clark residents with library cards have priority registration.
Union County Aging Services Kiosk on Monday, October 16 at 10am – 12pm
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.
Teen Gaming Club on Monday, October 16 at 3pm
Drop by the library any time between 3:00 – 4:30pm for a fun afternoon of gaming. Play some Nintendo Switch games on our big screen or bring your own device. Snacks will be served! Open to Grades 6-12.
Watercolor Painting Class on Monday, October 16 at 7pm Join artist Joy Ann Lara for a fall-themed watercolor painting class. Clark residents will receive priority registration.
New Jersey Paranormal on Thursday, October 17 at 7pm Members of New Jersey Paranormal will be discussing famous New Jersey haunts.
Discover a World of Wonder: Library Open House Extravaganza on Thursday, October 19 at 6:30pm-8:30pm Join us for an evening of fall fun and learning! All patrons are welcome to enjoy some apple cider donuts and partake in fall games, contests and activities. Come have fun, meet our staff and learn about our new library catalog and app! Pumpkin painting available for the first 100 participants. One pumpkin per person.
Teen Stress-Less: Paint Pouring on Friday, October 20 at 3pm
Teen Stress-Less is a series of programs designed to help teens unwind and relax. All Stress-Less programs focus on the process of making arts, crafts, and other projects. Come and try out some relaxing art techniques in a space that is designed to chat and enjoy the company of friends! Open to Grades 6 -12.
Evening Stories on Monday, October 23 at 6:30pm
Join us for a special evening storytime! Interactive stories, songs, and fun for children of all ages! A simple craft follows. Registration is requested.
Teen Manga/ Anime Club: Spy X Family on Monday, October 23 at 7pm
Join us in our first Teen Manga/Anime Club! In each meeting participants will have the opportunity to share their art, work on a small Manga/Anime related craft, eat snacks, discuss current Manga/Anime reads, and watch 1-2 episodes of an anime. At this meeting we will learn to draw Bond Forger and watch episodes 1 & 2 of Spy X Family (PG-13).
Barks & Books on Tuesday, October 24 from 4pm-5pm
If you have a young, reluctant or struggling reader, we want you to meet our therapy dogs! They are non-judgmental listeners and furry friends to read to that won’t laugh if your 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.
[Adult & Teen Craft] DIY Ghost Portrait on Tuesday, October 24 at 6:30pm
Join us as we teach you how to make your very own ghost portrait. Clark residents will receive priority registration.
Books and Bagels on Wednesday, October 25 at 11am
Enjoy bagels and coffee while we chat about books you have been reading and learn what others in your community are reading as well.
Paint a Pumpkin for Kids on Wednesday, October 25 at 3:30pm
Join us for our annual Paint a Pumpkin event. Listen to a story about pumpkins and then paint a pumpkin to take home with you. This program is for ages 3 – grade 5. Registration is required and will close on Monday, October 23 at 10 am to ensure adequate supplies. Please wear old clothes, as we will be working with paint. Priority registration for Clark residents with library cards. All others will be on the pending waitlist until 48 hours before the event, if space remains.
Tinker Tots on Thursday, October 26 at 10am
Come join us for a morning of fun STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) activities perfect for little ones. Play is station based. For children ages 1 through pre-k. Please register.
Little Scientist on Thursday, October 26 at 3:30pm
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.
Witchy Woman with Alisa Dupuy on Thursday, October 26 at 7pm
Join us for a “witchy” time! Learn about the history of witchcraft and Halloween as Actress Alisa Dupuy portrays Eliza Blackheart of the Breckenvale Coven. Sponsored by the Friends of the Clark Library.
Spooky Family Bingo on Monday, October 30 at 6:30pm
Families are invited to dress up in their Halloween costumes and join us for free family BINGO! We will play 2-3 rounds of Bingo, at least 1 traditional and 1 Halloween themed.
Spooky Snacks for Teens on Monday, October 30 at 7pm
Teens! Come make some spooky snacks to get in the Halloween spirit. We’ll be making (and snacking on): Milano Mummies, Pretzel Monsters, and S’mores Dip. Feel free to come dressed in costume.
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.
