ESOL Class Registration
Thursday, June 28
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Hilton Branch – Literacy Volunteers of America, Essex & Passaic Counties and the Hilton Branch of Maplewood Memorial Library are offering ESOL Classes (English for Speakers of Other Languages). Registration is available for Beginner and Intermediate classes. Classes run from July 10 – September 27, 2018, Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 am – 12 pm.
Fee $25.00. For more information please call 973-566-6200 ext. 217. Registration and classes held at the Hilton Branch Library.
Registration dates: Thursdays June 14, 21 & 28, July 5 9:00-11:00 am
Summer Weekend Hours Start July 1
Sunday, July 1
All Day
Hilton Branch will be closed on Saturdays and Sundays beginning July 1. Weekend hours will resume on September 8. Main Library hours will remain the same throughout the summer. Both buildings will be closed on Wednesday, July 4.
Libraries closed for Independence Day
Wednesday, July 4
All Day
Both libraries are closed for Independence Day
ESOL Class Registration
Thursday, July 5
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Hilton Branch – Literacy Volunteers of America, Essex & Passaic Counties and the Hilton Branch of Maplewood Memorial Library are offering ESOL Classes (English for Speakers of Other Languages). Registration is available for Beginner and Intermediate classes. Classes run from July 10 – September 27, 2018, Tuesdays & Thursdays 9 am – 12 pm.
Fee $25.00. For more information please call 973-566-6200 ext. 217. Registration and classes held at the Hilton Branch Library.
Registration dates: Thursdays June 14, 21 & 28, July 5 9:00-11:00 am
Art & Music Reception
Saturday, July 7
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Main Library – Our summer exhibit is a collection of works by Denise Hardie. Denise’s lifelong love of art has led her to experiment in a variety of media–from ceramics to painting to photography. Live music with Laredo the Band, playing a mix of rock, folk, blues and country. Artist’s talk at 3:20
Adult Drop-In Craft: Zendoodling
Monday, July 9
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Main Library – Zendoodling, the simple repetitive nature of drawing patterns will relax you and boost your creativity. It combines the calming benefits of meditation with the soothing effects of drawing. No artistic talent needed!
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, July 9
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Leverage being ‘overqualified’ to your advantage with career coach Marty Latman.
Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2018 Meeting Dates: January 8 & 22; February 5 & 26; March 12 & 26; April 9 & 23; May 7 & 21; June 4 & 18; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 27; September 17; October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & 26; December 10
Pressed Flower Bookmarks
Monday, July 9
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library – Make your own beautiful, bookmarks with pressed flowers. Each one will be unique—the possibilities are endless! With instructor Mary Kao. All supplies provided.
Adult Drop-In Craft: Paint a flower pot
Wednesday, July 11
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Main Library – Start with a plain white pot and make it your own with paint, markers and other fun things.
Read Around the World: Peru
Wednesday, July 11
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library – This month’s title is The neighborhood: A novel by Mario Vargas Llosa, a politically charged detective novel set in the corrupt years of Fujimori’s presidency.
Our Read Around the World book club meets once a month to discuss titles from foreign locales. All titles are available from Maplewood Library or through the BCCLS consortium. No registration needed.
Friends Bag-of-Books Sale
Saturday, July 14
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Main Library – Saturday, July 14 @ 10 to 4; Sunday, July 15 @ 11 to 4
On Sunday, entry is through the Parking Lot only
Yarn & Fiber Arts Group
Saturday, July 14
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library – A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Enjoy a relaxing morning working on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Facilitated by Maplewood resident Amy Zorn. Drop in.
Friends Bag-of-Books Sale
Sunday, July 15
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Main Library – Saturday, July 14 @ 10 to 4; Sunday, July 15 @ 11 to 4
On Sunday, entry is through the Parking Lot only
Adult Drop-In Craft
Monday, July 16
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Main Library – Create a collage card or a ‘quilt’ greeting card. Use pre-cut paper and templates to make the designs of your choice.
Bedroom Feng Shui
Monday, July 16
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Library – Proper use and understanding of bedroom feng shui can promise balance in your life, magnetize love, increase prosperity, and anchor health and personal well-being. Bring your bedroom floor plans for discussion. With Deanna Trust of Trust Feng Shui.
Hilton Adult Health Screening
Wednesday, July 18
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Medication, weight & health counseling; blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, diabetes risk assessment. FREE and open to Maplewood residents 18 and older. Staffed by Maplewood Health Dept. nurses. For questions or to schedule an appointment, call 973-762-8120 ext. 4300. Drop-ins are welcome.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, July 23
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – The Many Faces of the Job Seeker: Career counselor Rosanna Conti will lead an interactive discussion on the issues faced by a variety of job seekers; those who are entry-level, terminated, re-entering the market; disabled, etc.
Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2018 Meeting Dates: January 8 & 22; February 5 & 26; March 12 & 26; April 9 & 23; May 7 & 21; June 4 & 18; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 27; September 17; October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & 26; December 10
Adult Drop-In Craft
Wednesday, July 25
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Main Library – Coloring like you’ve never experienced it. Choose a tessellation and decide on your own design within the template. This approach to coloring is fun and makes you engage your brain.
Origami for Adults
Thursday, July 26
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Learn the fun and creative art of paper folding with experienced instructor Mary Kao.
Yarn & Fiber Arts Group
Saturday, August 4
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library – A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Enjoy a relaxing morning working on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Facilitated by Maplewood resident Amy Zorn. Drop in.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, August 6
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2018 Meeting Dates: January 8 & 22; February 5 & 26; March 12 & 26; April 9 & 23; May 7 & 21; June 4 & 18; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 27; September 17; October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & 26; December 10
Adult Health Screening
Wednesday, August 8
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library – Medication, weight & health counseling; blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, diabetes risk assessment. FREE and open to Maplewood residents 18 and older. Staffed by Maplewood Health Dept. nurses. For questions or to schedule an appointment, call 973-762-8120 ext. 4300. Drop-ins are welcome.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, August 27
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2018 Meeting Dates: January 8 & 22; February 5 & 26; March 12 & 26; April 9 & 23; May 7 & 21; June 4 & 18; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 27; September 17; October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & 26; December 10
Computer Explorations
Wednesday, September 12
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Hilton Branch – Get the help YOU need! For beginner computer users. We’ll help you with documents, email, Internet, photos, social media etc.
The instructor will help with YOUR specific needs. Drop in. No registration needed.
Hilton Adult Health Screening
Wednesday, September 12
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Medication, weight & health counseling; blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, diabetes risk assessment. FREE and open to Maplewood residents 18 and older. Staffed by Maplewood Health Dept. nurses. For questions or to schedule an appointment, call 973-762-8120 ext. 4300. Drop-ins are welcome.
Yarn & Fiber Arts Group
Saturday, September 15
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library – A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Enjoy a relaxing morning working on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Facilitated by Maplewood resident Amy Zorn. Drop in.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, September 17
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2018 Meeting Dates: January 8 & 22; February 5 & 26; March 12 & 26; April 9 & 23; May 7 & 21; June 4 & 18; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 27; September 17; October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & 26; December 10
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, October 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2018 Meeting Dates: January 8 & 22; February 5 & 26; March 12 & 26; April 9 & 23; May 7 & 21; June 4 & 18; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 27; September 17; October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & 26; December 10
Adult Health Screening
Wednesday, October 3
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library – Medication, weight & health counseling; blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, diabetes risk assessment. FREE and open to Maplewood residents 18 and older. Staffed by Maplewood Health Dept. nurses. For questions or to schedule an appointment, call 973-762-8120 ext. 4300. Drop-ins are welcome.
Libraries closed for Columbus Day
Monday, October 8
All Day
Both libraries are closed for Columbus Day.
Computer Explorations
Wednesday, October 10
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Hilton Branch – Get the help YOU need! For beginner computer users. We’ll help you with documents, email, Internet, photos, social media etc.
The instructor will help with YOUR specific needs. Drop in. No registration needed.
Yarn & Fiber Arts Group
Saturday, October 13
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library – A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Enjoy a relaxing morning working on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Facilitated by Maplewood resident Amy Zorn. Drop in.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, October 15
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2018 Meeting Dates: January 8 & 22; February 5 & 26; March 12 & 26; April 9 & 23; May 7 & 21; June 4 & 18; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 27; September 17; October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & 26; December 10
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, October 29
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2018 Meeting Dates: January 8 & 22; February 5 & 26; March 12 & 26; April 9 & 23; May 7 & 21; June 4 & 18; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 27; September 17; October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & 26; December 10
Hilton Adult Health Screening
Wednesday, November 7
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Medication, weight & health counseling; blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, diabetes risk assessment. FREE and open to Maplewood residents 18 and older. Staffed by Maplewood Health Dept. nurses. For questions or to schedule an appointment, call 973-762-8120 ext. 4300. Drop-ins are welcome.
Yarn & Fiber Arts Group
Saturday, November 10
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library – A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Enjoy a relaxing morning working on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Facilitated by Maplewood resident Amy Zorn. Drop in.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, November 12
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2018 Meeting Dates: January 8 & 22; February 5 & 26; March 12 & 26; April 9 & 23; May 7 & 21; June 4 & 18; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 27; September 17; October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & 26; December 10
Computer Explorations
Wednesday, November 14
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Hilton Branch – Get the help YOU need! For beginner computer users. We’ll help you with documents, email, Internet, photos, social media etc.
The instructor will help with YOUR specific needs. Drop in. No registration needed.
Day before Thanksgiving-Both libraries close at 1:00
Wednesday, November 21
1:00 pm
Day before Thanksgiving-Both libraries close at 1:00
Libraries closed for Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 22
All Day
Both libraries are closed for Thanksgiving.
Libraries closed for Thanksgiving holiday
Friday, November 23
All Day
Both libraries are closed for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, November 26
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2018 Meeting Dates: January 8 & 22; February 5 & 26; March 12 & 26; April 9 & 23; May 7 & 21; June 4 & 18; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 27; September 17; October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & 26; December 10
Yarn & Fiber Arts Group
Saturday, December 8
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library – A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Enjoy a relaxing morning working on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Facilitated by Maplewood resident Amy Zorn. Drop in.
Northern NJ Professionals in Transition
Monday, December 10
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hilton Branch – Network with other professionals who are currently unemployed or looking for new career opportunities. Meetings alternate between guest speakers and career workshops. Programs are free and open to the public. Subscribe to the group here.
More information about Professionals in Transition
2018 Meeting Dates: January 8 & 22; February 5 & 26; March 12 & 26; April 9 & 23; May 7 & 21; June 4 & 18; July 9 & 23; August 6 & 27; September 17; October 1, 15 & 29; November 12 & 26; December 10
Computer Explorations
Wednesday, December 12
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Hilton Branch – Get the help YOU need! For beginner computer users. We’ll help you with documents, email, Internet, photos, social media etc.
The instructor will help with YOUR specific needs. Drop in. No registration needed.
Adult Health Screening
Wednesday, December 12
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Main Library – Medication, weight & health counseling; blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, diabetes risk assessment. FREE and open to Maplewood residents 18 and older. Staffed by Maplewood Health Dept. nurses. For questions or to schedule an appointment, call 973-762-8120 ext. 4300. Drop-ins are welcome.
Both Libraries Closed for Christmas
Tuesday, December 25
All Day
Both libraries closed for Christmas.
