SCLSNJ’s Virtual Programs February 2021
All programs listed are free. Registration is required unless otherwise indicated. Programs are subject to change. All programs are virtual unless otherwise indicated. Visit sclsnj.libnet.info/events.org for SCLSNJ’s complete calendar of events. For questions contact SCLSNJ staff at ask@sclibnj.org.
Please note:
The The Watchung and North Plainfield branches will be closed on February 15.
The Warren Twp. branch will be open limited hours from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on February 15.
The Watchung branch will be closed on February 15.
Virtual Programs for Families
Twilight Tales (families with children): 6:30-7 p.m. Register now:
February 4: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4631122.
February 18: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4631135.
February 25: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4631154.
Family Storytime (families with children) Register now:
February 16, 7-7:30 p.m.: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4672424.
February 17, 6-6:30 p.m.: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4672425.
February 25, 2:30-3 p.m.: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4673905.
Family Trivia – Don’t Break My Heart (families with children): February 22, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4673859.
Family Night – Valentine Snowflake Garland (families with children): February 11, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4673746.
Virtual Programs for Children, Tweens, and Teens
Tips and Tricks for Animal Crossing (grades 6-12): February 1, 5-6 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4669932.
Meet Dr. King (grades K-5): February 1, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4651445.
Meet the Author – Rita Williams-Garcia (grades 6-12): February 2, 1-2 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4674792.
T-Shirt Bag Craft (grades 3-8): February 2, 4-5 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4644616.
Fables, Folktales, and Stories – Celebration of African Storytelling (grades K-5): February 3, 5:30-6:15 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4613284.
Kids in the Kitchen (grades 3-5): February 4, 4-5 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4672400.
Exploring Tangrams – Lunar New Year, The Year of the Ox (grades K-5): February 5, 4-4:45 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4672405.
Advanced Strategies for Chess (grades 9-12): February 5, 4-4:45 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4644840.
Preschool Storytime – Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award Books (ages 3-4): February 8, 2:30-3 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4672406.
“To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before” Party (grades 6-12): February 8, 5-6 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4672408.
Groundhog Gambit – A Honey Heist Adventure (grades 6-12): February 9, 4-6 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4672410.
Crafting With Foil – Money Tree (grades 2 and up): February 10, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4672411.
Chinese Knots and Paper Cutting Workshop (grades 3 and up): February 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4646912.
George Washington Carver and Friends (grades Pre-K to 5): February 12, 3-3:45 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4651449.
Valentine Fun (grades 1-4): February 12, 4-4:45 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4672419.
History IQ (grades 4-6): February 13, 3-3:45 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4661532.
Dogs Save the Day – Stories of Canine Heroes (grades K-5): February 17, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4672432.
Math Matters (ages 3-6): February 18, 11-11:30 a.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4673678.
Let It Shine – The American Civil Rights Movement 1955-1968 (grades 3 and up): February 23, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4651456.
Budget Shopping – Food (grades 9-12): February 26, 4-5 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4644935.
Virtual Programs for Adults
A Black News Service for America – Presented by Dr. Lawrence Hogan: February 1, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4552168.
Manage Stress, Manage Your Heart Health – Presented by Karen Sammer of WomenHeart: February 2, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4508047.
Phillis Wheatley Slave Girl, Literary Genius – Portrayed by Dr. Daisy Century: February 3, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4624283.
Frederick Douglass’s Relevance – For the 21st Century’s Black Lives Matter Protests: February 4, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4519743.
Defeating Unconscious Bias: Five Strategies: February 5, 10 a.m. – noon Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4642210.
Overcoming Chronic Pain – Dr. Gene Ketselman: February 5, 3-4 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4644399.
From Farm to Table – Genuine Southern Cooking: February 6, 2-3 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4509626.
Meet the Author
Caroline Fraser: February 8, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4562172.
Derick Lugo: February 11, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4502858.
Brian Armstrong: February 20, 2-3 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4662148.
Mally Becker: February 26, 2-3 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4625204.
The Civil Rights Movement and Organized Labor – Presented by The Labor Museum: February 9, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4520804.
Webinar Búsqueda de Empleo – Clases en Línea Para Hispanohablantes: February 10, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4618465.
Upcycle Crafts: February 11, 6-7 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4669180.
Virtual Book Discussion Salon
Traditionally hosted at the Watchung branch
“Furies of Calderon” by Jim Butcher: February 11, 6:30-7:45 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4670377.
Traditionally hosted at the North Plainfield branch
“Educated” by Tara Westover: February 18, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4643567.
Lincoln Our Most Inspirational President? – Presented by Professor William Healey: February 12, 2-3 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4597824.
Ancient China – Presented by Pr. Jeff Kampf: February 16, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4618628.
Harriet Hemmings and the Pursuit of Happiness – The Story of Thomas Jefferson’s Enslaved Daughter: February 17, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4525813.
Tulsa 1921 Race and Power – Destruction of America’s Black Wall Street: February 18, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4534246.
Avoiding Employment Scams: February 19, 2-3 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4585202.
Explore the Documentary Movie “Blacked Out”– Questions and Answers with Director John Hulme: February 22, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4643446.
Mango Languages – Inglés Nivel Principiante e Intermedio (Mango Languages – English for Beginner and Intermediate Level): February 23, 5-6 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4644781.
The World Changed, So Did the Music – Presented by Dr. Robert W. Butts: February 23, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4597054.
Black Children and the Civil Rights Movement – Presented by Pr. Mekala Audain: February 24, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4571778.
Representative John Lewis – Joins the Pantheon of Our Strong Black Ancestors: February 25, 7-8 p.m. Register now: sclsnj.libnet.info/event/4520339.
