In this workshop, writers will tap into their creativity and imagination by writing either stories, poems, or plays in any genre. Writers will participate in writing exercises/games, enjoy active writing time, and then share with the group for feedback. Both the exercises and the feedback will focus on important literary tools, such as character motivation, the structure of a beginning/middle/end, showing versus telling, and descriptive language. Kids will finish with either a story of their own and/or samples of the writing games they played in class. Students should bring a laptop or a notebook.

Applications for this class close on October 1. Participation is not guaranteed, this class is limited to Cranford residents and cardholders.

This free class is made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Sign up for a 15 or 30 minute session and ask one of our librarians your tech questions! Feel free to bring your phone, tablet or other device. In partnership with Cranford Community Center. Click the registration link below to sign-up.

In this workshop, writers will tap into their creativity and imagination by writing either stories, poems, or plays in any genre. Writers will participate in writing exercises/games, enjoy active writing time, and then share with the group for feedback. Both the exercises and the feedback will focus on important literary tools, such as character motivation, the structure of a beginning/middle/end, showing versus telling, and descriptive language. Kids will finish with either a story of their own and/or samples of the writing games they played in class. Students should bring a laptop or a notebook.

Applications for this class close on October 1. Participation is not guaranteed, this class is limited to Cranford residents and cardholders.

This free class is made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Join us for Romance Readers Book Club. This month’s book is The Darkest Hour by Maya Banks

Sign up for a 15 or 30 minute session and ask one of our librarians your tech questions! Feel free to bring your phone, tablet or other device. In partnership with Cranford Community Center. Click the registration link below to sign-up.

In this workshop, writers will tap into their creativity and imagination by writing either stories, poems, or plays in any genre. Writers will participate in writing exercises/games, enjoy active writing time, and then share with the group for feedback. Both the exercises and the feedback will focus on important literary tools, such as character motivation, the structure of a beginning/middle/end, showing versus telling, and descriptive language. Kids will finish with either a story of their own and/or samples of the writing games they played in class. Students should bring a laptop or a notebook.

Applications for this class close on October 1. Participation is not guaranteed, this class is limited to Cranford residents and cardholders.

This free class is made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Every month the library will debut new popular films, as soon as they're available! Today's movie is TBD

In this workshop, writers will tap into their creativity and imagination by writing either stories, poems, or plays in any genre. Writers will participate in writing exercises/games, enjoy active writing time, and then share with the group for feedback. Both the exercises and the feedback will focus on important literary tools, such as character motivation, the structure of a beginning/middle/end, showing versus telling, and descriptive language. Kids will finish with either a story of their own and/or samples of the writing games they played in class. Students should bring a laptop or a notebook.

Applications for this class close on October 1. Participation is not guaranteed, this class is limited to Cranford residents and cardholders.

This free class is made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Join us for the Cookbook Club’s annual cookie swap! Spots are limited so there will be enough cookies for everyone. Please register using the link below.

Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 12:30pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

In this workshop, writers will tap into their creativity and imagination by writing either stories, poems, or plays in any genre. Writers will participate in writing exercises/games, enjoy active writing time, and then share with the group for feedback. Both the exercises and the feedback will focus on important literary tools, such as character motivation, the structure of a beginning/middle/end, showing versus telling, and descriptive language. Kids will finish with either a story of their own and/or samples of the writing games they played in class. Students should bring a laptop or a notebook.

Applications for this class close on October 1. Participation is not guaranteed, this class is limited to Cranford residents and cardholders.

This free class is made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 12:30pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

Join us at the Cranford Bookstore for a Book Bedazzling event! Bring your own book from home, or purchase a book from the Cranford Bookstore to bedazzle with supplies from the library. Coffee will be available for purchase from The Morning Roast. This is perfect for a holiday gift or for yourself! Registration required.

With just markers, a pattern to trace, some aluminum foil and a frame, we'll make our own fake “stained glass” artwork! This program is for ages 7+, please be respectful of this guideline. Registration is required and begins two weeks before the event, this program meets in the Cranford Community Center.

Join us the 2nd Tuesday of the month for crafts and conversation! There will be a new project each month. All supplies will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Space is limited and opens up the month prior to each program. Today we are making TBD

In this workshop, writers will tap into their creativity and imagination by writing either stories, poems, or plays in any genre. Writers will participate in writing exercises/games, enjoy active writing time, and then share with the group for feedback. Both the exercises and the feedback will focus on important literary tools, such as character motivation, the structure of a beginning/middle/end, showing versus telling, and descriptive language. Kids will finish with either a story of their own and/or samples of the writing games they played in class. Students should bring a laptop or a notebook.

Applications for this class close on October 1. Participation is not guaranteed, this class is limited to Cranford residents and cardholders.

This free class is made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

In this workshop, writers will tap into their creativity and imagination by writing either stories, poems, or plays in any genre. Writers will participate in writing exercises/games, enjoy active writing time, and then share with the group for feedback. Both the exercises and the feedback will focus on important literary tools, such as character motivation, the structure of a beginning/middle/end, showing versus telling, and descriptive language. Kids will finish with either a story of their own and/or samples of the writing games they played in class. Students should bring a laptop or a notebook.

Applications for this class close on October 1. Participation is not guaranteed, this class is limited to Cranford residents and cardholders.

This free class is made possible by the Friends of the Library.

Make some toddler-friendly art! This program is best suited to children ages 2+ with a caregiver and meets in the Community Center. Dress for a mess.

Share your New Year’s goals in a zine, a small booklet created by one person or, in this case, a group of people! The theme is goals you plan to achieve in the new year. You will write, draw, and color one page to go in the zine along with other kids.

This program is for ages 6+, no registration required.

Literary Café is a book chat program. The format is simple: Bring a few of your recent favorite books and tell the other members of the group what you like about them. If you don’t have a copy of the book you want to talk about, that’s okay, too. The books can be new or old, fiction or non-fiction, classic or contemporary. There is no required reading, and you will have the opportunity to learn about books recommended by other group members. Attend as many sessions as you’d like. Admission is free and all are welcome. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Join us in person or on Zoom here

Join us at Books and Brew to discuss Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. You can request the book through the library or the Cranford Bookstore is offering titles at 10% off! Coffee and non-alcoholic beverages will be available to purchase. Registration requested.

Listen to a story and then decorate your own tiny cake! This program is for children ages 6-12, registration is required and begins two weeks before the event.

Join us for Books and Brew at the Morning Roast as we read We Deserve Monuments by Jas Hammonds. Request your copy today or purchase it from the newly opened Cranford Bookstore at 1 S Ave East in Cranford! Coffee and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Registration requested.

Join us in the teen zone for a new monthly adult craft program on Wednesday mornings! Today’s craft will be TBD. All supplies will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library.

Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Save the environment and make someone’s gift extra special by creating a gift tag. Create a gift tag for birthdays or any event using pages from children’s books, cardboard, and ribbon, and decorate with items like pieces of wrapping paper.

No registration required.

Join us for Romance Readers Book Club. This month’s book is TBD

Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Every month the library will debut new popular films, as soon as they're available! Today's movie is TBD

Exploration Stations’ sensory play programs are designed to engage toddlers in imaginative and educational activities. Each session is a journey through themed stations that stimulate children’s senses and curiosity while promoting early literacy, cognitive development and improving social skills.

This program is for children ages 1-3. Registration is required and can be done online. We are offering two sessions of this program, one at 10:00 a.m. and the other at 11:00 a.m.

Exploration Stations’ sensory play programs are designed to engage toddlers in imaginative and educational activities. Each session is a journey through themed stations that stimulate children’s senses and curiosity while promoting early literacy, cognitive development and improving social skills.

This program is for children ages 1-3. Registration is required and can be done online. We are offering two sessions of this program, one at 10:00 a.m. and the other at 11:00 a.m.

Come listen to a bedtime story and decorate your own pillowcase and ping pong ball night light! Registration is required and begins two weeks before the event, please don't register if you've attended this event in the past.

Make some toddler-friendly art! This program is best suited to children ages 2+ with a caregiver and meets in the Community Center. Dress for a mess.

Join us at Hanson House to read an owl story, learn owl facts, do an owl craft, and go on a short hike around the park to look for owls! This program is for children ages 6+ with a caregiver.

Registration is required and begins two weeks before the program date.

Literary Café is a book chat program. The format is simple: Bring a few of your recent favorite books and tell the other members of the group what you like about them. If you don’t have a copy of the book you want to talk about, that’s okay, too. The books can be new or old, fiction or non-fiction, classic or contemporary. There is no required reading, and you will have the opportunity to learn about books recommended by other group members. Attend as many sessions as you’d like. Admission is free and all are welcome. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Join us in person or on Zoom here

Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 12:30pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

Make a simple recipe with Librarian Leala! This program is for children ages 7+, registration required and will begin two weeks before the program.

Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 12:30pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

Join us the 2nd Tuesday of the month for crafts and conversation! There will be a new project each month. All supplies will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Space is limited and opens up the month prior to each program. Today we are making TBD

Magic of Make-Believe is a joyful class for children ages 3-6 that blends theater games, music, movement, and imaginative play designed to spark creativity, build confidence, and nurture social-emotional growth in early childhood.

Registration is required and can be done online.

Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

We'll enjoy a snowman story, make your own melted snowman craft and decorate a cookie.

This program is for children ages 5+, registration is required and begins two weeks before the event.

Create a mini NJ forest using egg cartons! Paint an egg carton, color in some wildlife and plants, glue it all together, and learn some fun facts about nature in our state.

This program is for children ages 5+. Space is limited and registration is required, call or stop by the Children’s Department to reserve a spot up to two weeks in advance.

Create a bird feeder with colorful popsicle sticks! Receive bird seed to put in the feeders after creating your popsicle bird feeder.

This program is for children ages 7+. Registration is required and begins two weeks before the event, call or stop by the Children’s Desk to reserve a spot.

Join us in the teen zone for a new monthly adult craft program on Wednesday mornings! Today’s craft will be TBD. All supplies will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library.

Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Join us for another fun evening of trivia! This free event is hosted by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library! Join us in the Community Room on the first floor of the Community Center! Feel free to bring your own snacks and (non-alcoholic) drinks. Prizes awarded to the winning team.

Grab a craft to complete at home! Each kit contains the supplies necessary to make a penguin out of recycled materials. Kits are available on a first come, first serves basis while supplies last.

Fans of graphic novels and comics in grades 3-5 are invited to join us for Graphic Novel Book Club. This month, we’ll be reading The Firelight Apprentice by Bree Paulsen.

Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Build the mini-est mini golf course! This program is for children ages 6-12, no registration required.

Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Every month the library will debut new popular films, as soon as they're available! Today's movie is TBD

Let's snuggle with our favorite stuffed animal & listen to a fun story in the library!  

Friends in grades K & above, it's time to wear our pajamas & relax as we listen to a story & make some crafts!  

This program meets in the library near the adult circulation desk.

Children ages 2+ and a caregiver are invited to listen to a story and then create some messy art!

No registration required.

Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 12:30pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 12:30pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

Join us the 2nd Tuesday of the month for crafts and conversation! There will be a new project each month. All supplies will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Space is limited and opens up the month prior to each program. Today we are making TBD

Unleash your creativity and enjoy a treat by entering our Cupcake Wars! Middle Schoolers will decorate two cupcakes with a Valentine theme and the winner gets prize. Every contestant gets to snack on or bring home their two cupcakes.

Ages 10+. Registration is required and begins two weeks before the program date, call or stop by the Children’s Department to enroll.

Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Literary Café is a book chat program. The format is simple: Bring a few of your recent favorite books and tell the other members of the group what you like about them. If you don’t have a copy of the book you want to talk about, that’s okay, too. The books can be new or old, fiction or non-fiction, classic or contemporary. There is no required reading, and you will have the opportunity to learn about books recommended by other group members. Attend as many sessions as you’d like. Admission is free and all are welcome. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Join us in person or on Zoom here

Join us in the teen zone for a new monthly adult craft program on Wednesday mornings! Today’s craft will be TBD. All supplies will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library.

Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Join us for another fun evening of trivia! This free event is hosted by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library! Join us in the Community Room on the first floor of the Community Center! Feel free to bring your own snacks and (non-alcoholic) drinks. Prizes awarded to the winning team.

Everyone will walk out with a unique, community created piece of art. Every 5 minutes you'll pass the canvas to the person next to you, until everyone has a chance, ending with your original canvas. What will it look like at the end? Open to adults. Registration link will open 2/9.

Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.

Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.