Events Calendar

Computer Classes

Call or visit the library to make an appointment.

Patrons can schedule a one-on-one session to learn about specific computer-related topics. Subjects include computer and internet basics, Microsoft Office, and Windows operating system. Appointments are required: Call the library at 732-745-5175 to register for an appointment.

The curriculum for these appointments has been provided by Northstar Digital Literacy.

Senior Discussion Group

Wednesdays, until December 30, 2026, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.

Seniors are invited to discuss the topics of the day in the library. Whether you love to talk, listen, or simply connect with others, you are welcome here.

Fall English Conversation Café

6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, September 29 - Nov 17

11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. on Fridays, Oct 9 - Nov 20

Register here

Are you interested in practicing English and meeting new people? Join our English Conversation Café! This program is an informal conversation practice group for adult language learners who can hold a simple conversation in English. Participants engage in one-on-one or small-group conversations with Conversation Facilitators discussing a variety of topics. You must be over the age of 18 to participate. Registration is required. Register at bit.ly/FallCC2026

The English Conversation Cafés are made possible through a partnership with The Conversation Tree: Community-Based Language Partnerships, a program created by Rutgers Graduate School of Education and The Collaborative Center for Community-Based Research and Service. Please feel free to email conversationcafes@gmail.com if you have any questions.

Virtual English Conversation Group

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays

October 6 - December 17

Register here

Each week the group will discuss a topic in English to help improve their conversational skills. You must be over 18 and be able to speak some English.

Citizenship Classes

5:30 - 8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays (dates subject to change, please check with the JFS when registering.)
Cycle 4: August 4 - September 22, 2026; Cycle 5: October 20 - December 8, 2026.
Register with John Tello of Jewish Family Services of Middlesex County at 732-777-1940.

Do you need to improve your English and pass the Citizenship Test? Do you need help with your Naturalization Application? This Citizenship class is available for beginner and intermediate English learners who are legal Permanent Residents (Green Card holders). During the class, you will work with certified teachers and dedicated tutors to improve your English. The teachers are Board Certified to represent you with your citizenship case.

To register, please call John Tello at 732-777-1940 (se habla Español). The class will take place in the library's community room or, on some dates, in the Henry Guest House next to the library. Feel free to call librarian Kavita Pandey at 732-745-5108 x2732 or email at kavita@nbfpl.org with library-related questions.

Cuentos y Canciones

Register

Mondays at 11:00 a.m., beginning on September 14

Ms. Lindy Stork will lead children ages 0-4 and their caregivers in an all-Spanish program with stories and songs.

Read and Play

Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m., in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room.

Children ages 0-4 and their caregivers are invited to listen to stories, sing songs, and have fun during this bilingual program. Registration suggested at tinyurl.com/LeeYJuega.

Reading Buddies

Starting October 7

Wednesdays, 4:00 p.m., in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room

Reading Buddies is meant to be an enriching literary after-school program for students within the New Brunswick community. Register at tinyurl.com/RUReadBuds

Einstein Discovery Labs

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October 10, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room

Elizabeth Romanaux of the Einstein Museum of Science will set up a series of interactive stations. K-6 children will learn how to think like a scientist as they engage in a variety of fun activities.

Lego Club

Register

October 15 at 4:00 p.m. in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room

You can build according to each month's provided theme or challenge, or you can build whatever you want!

Day of the Dead

Register

October 24, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room

Pre-K–6 children and their families are invited to celebrate Día de los Muertos! Join us for a special family storytime with the Zimmerli Art Museum, fun crafts, and food sampling featuring pan de muerto and champurrado.

Spooky Stories

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October 27, 4:00 p.m. in the Carl T. Valenti Community Room

K-6 children are invited to join Stephanie from Fresh Theatre Arts for a creative story time in which they become part of the story. Snacks will be provided, and children are welcome to wear a costume.

Science Across America

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Tuesdays at 4:00 p.m., September 22 - October 13

As part of the library's participation in the Science Across America project, we will have a series of STEM programs for K-6 children where we will design our own bandages, create with paper circuits, explore solar science, and become geologists.

Revolution 250 Exhibit

In the Carl T. Valenti Community Room through December 2026.

As part of New Jersey’s celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the New Brunswick Free Public Library presents an exhibit entitled Revolution 250: Historical New Brunswick and the Declaration of Independence. Being home to the third-ever reading of the Declaration of Independence, New Brunswick has a special relationship with the document. The exhibit showcases the events and people that have made up the history of New Brunswick. Highlights include a look into the lives of New Brunswick’s earliest inhabitants, the murder case that changed media forever, and a forgotten jazz legend. The exhibition aims to examine historical events in New Brunswick and inspire viewers to think about whether the community is on a path to fulfilling the goals of the Revolution.

This exhibit was created by Karlene Collins, Rutgers Library Student, and Zachariah Brackett, Assistant Archival Librarian, with E. K. Adams, Archival Librarian, supervising. The exhibit will run until December 31, 2026; it is available during the library's usual hours of operation. The exhibit is located in the library's Community Room; please ask a librarian for entry when the room is not open. Grant funding has been provided by the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners through a grant award from the Middlesex County Cultural and Arts Trust Fund. For information on events, go to MiddlesexCountyCulture.com.

Sewing 101

The first Wednesday of each month, at 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., in the library's Carl T. Valenti Community Room.
Register here.

Stitch something special with local sewing expert Pam Brooks. We'll (usually) have a different project each month! Registration is required for each workshop, and will open 2 weeks before the date of the workshop: register at tinyurl.com/NBFPLsewing or call 732-745-5108 x2720 to sign up.

Minimum age to attend is 10 years old. Please arrive on time to participate; we reserve the right to deny participation to anyone arriving after 6:30. Please contact Librarian Hsien-min Chen at htang@nbfpl.org with any questions.

Knitting/Crocheting Club

Second and fourth Thursday of the month (unless otherwise noted) at 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Register here.

Do you like to knit and/or crochet? Or do you want to learn and already have your own supplies? Join the club -- via Zoom! Everyone is welcome, from beginners to old pros. Work on your current project, or start a new one with tips from other attendees. Participants exchange knitting/crocheting ideas while enjoying pleasant conversation. (This is an informal group and not an instructional class.) Register at tinyurl.com/KnitCrochetNB; once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link.

The Knitting/Crocheting Club regularly meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, with some exceptions (check the Zoom registration link or our calendar for exact dates). Meetings will be virtual until further notice. For more information, please contact Librarian Kym Kirkley at kirkleyk@nbfpl.org or 732-745-5108.