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.

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

Enjoy a story and build your own lighthouse! This program is intended for children ages 7+, registration is required and can be done online.

Celebrate the Global Day of Unplugging with us! Take a break from electronics with a story and building your own robot buddy out of tissue boxes and other items. This buddy will have ideas for activities for you to do when you need to unplug. This program is for children ages 6+, registration is 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

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 Night Librarian by Christopher Lincoln. Registration is required, space is limited.

Join us for Romance Readers Book Club. This month’s book is Devil in Dublin by B.B. Easton and it is available through Hoopla or STELLA!

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

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.

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

Make a yarn bird with our friends from Yarnstormers! This event is for children in Kindergarten through second grade, registration is required. This free program is sponsored 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.

A special one-shot adventure for ages 7-12! There’s a nefarious plot to steal a slice of off Emperor Pizar. Join his team of bodyguards and protect him from the senate’s assassins, traps, and other dangers!

Registration can be done directly with the Children’s Department in person or over the phone.

We’ll be celebrating the hard work of our Winter Reading Challenge participants with a special Glow Party on Thursday, March 12. Come dance to music while glowing in some black lights with face paint and glow bracelets!

All participants in our reading challenge are automatically registered to attend. This free program is sponsored 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.

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.

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.

Ages 8+ only can sign up for an after hours event to play Mario Kart: Live Circuit! Part of New Jersey Maker's Day at the Cranford Public Library.

Must fill out parental permission slip. Ages 8+, registration required

Join us for Books and Brew at the Morning Roast as we read The Marlow Murder Club by Robert Thorogood. 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 for Books and Brew at the Morning Roast as we read The Marlow Murder Club by Robert Thorogood. 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.

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 a fun storytime all about nature, particularly the cherry blossom tree! We'll read stories and make a simple craft, no registration is required. This program is for children ages 5+. 

Celebrate Dog Man with some silly games and trivia! This program is for children ages 5+, registration is required. 

Children ages 6-11 are invited to learn about macroinvertebrates (aquatic insects) that live in streams within your watershed, how to identify them, and explore why they are important. This is a free program, registration is required and space is limited. 

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.

Create a bookmark out of cardboard and decorate with paper, markers, pages from magazines, and more. This program is for children ages 7+, no registration is required. 

Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 7 through May 19. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

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 Please note the date change for this month due to the holiday on 4/1/26

Children ages 3-5 are invited to join us for a fun, outdoor storytime at Hanson park! No registration is required, just drop in.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

Celebrate National Unicorn Day with a special storytime! This program is for children ages 5+, registration is required. 

Children ages 7-12 are invited to participate in a bite-sized D&D adventure!

Registration is required and space is limited. Registration can be done directly with the Children’s Department in person or over the phone up to two weeks before the event.

Parents/caregivers are welcome to stay and assist if they choose.

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!

Registration is required, space is limited.

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

Join local resident Catherine Felegi for an engaging workshop celebrating tea’s thousands-year-old story. You’ll uncover fun and surprising facts, learn how tea is produced, explore its possible wellness benefits, and learn how to brew a truly excellent cup.

Please bring your own cup! Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens March 30

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

Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 7 through May 19. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

Make a bird feeder out of recycled tissue boxes! Decorate your box and turn it into a feeder. You will receive Suet bird feed so you can feed birds. This program is for ages 6+, registration is required. 

Please be aware that suet contains nuts and other potential allergens.

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

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.

Children ages 3-5 are invited to join us for a fun, outdoor storytime at Hanson park! No registration is required, just drop in.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 7 through May 19. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

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.

Children of all ages are invited to join us for a special “Bring Your Child to Work Day” storytime! No registration is required, just drop in.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

Join us at Books and Brew to discuss Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell. 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.

Join us at Books and Brew to discuss Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell. 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.

Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 7 through May 19. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

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.

Children ages 3-5 are invited to join us for a fun, outdoor storytime at Hanson park! No registration is required, just drop in.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

Join the Cranford Library and the Garden Club of Cranford for a fun planting program! This program is for children ages 7+, registration is required and space is limited.

Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 7 through May 19. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

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.

Children ages 3-5 are invited to join us for a fun, outdoor storytime at Hanson park! No registration is required, just drop in.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

Children ages 7-12 are invited to participate in a bite-sized D&D adventure!

Registration is required and space is limited. Registration can be done directly with the Children’s Department in person or over the phone up to two weeks before the event.

Parents/caregivers are welcome to stay and assist if they choose.

Come in and cut up some old shirts and recycled materials to create simple toys for cats and dogs.  No pets?  We'll donate to an animal shelter for National Pet Month! We'll also be accepting pet food donations at this event. This program is for children ages 7+, no registration is required. 

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

Registration is required, space is limited.

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 Lion Dancers by Cai Tse. Space is limited and registration required. 

Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 7 through May 19. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

Join us to celebrate Strawberry Month with a story, craft and snack! This program is for children ages 5+, registration is required. Strawberries will be served. 

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.

Children ages 3-5 are invited to join us for a fun, outdoor storytime at Hanson park! No registration is required, just drop in.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

Create a unique piece of art with your pet! This program is for children ages 7+, registration is required. 

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.

Join us for National Strawberry Month as we make a strawberry centered treat! Space is limited and registration is required.

Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 7 through May 19. Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

Waddle into the world of these beloved flightless birds! Learn their basic biology, where they live, the threats they face, how we can help them in the wild, and how we care for this endangered species at the aquarium. This program is best suited to elementary-aged children.

No registration is required but space is limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. 

This free program is sponsored 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.

Children ages 3-5 are invited to join us for a fun, outdoor storytime at Hanson park! No registration is required, just drop in.

Limited parking is available behind Hanson House, street parking is available on Holly Street.

Children ages 7-12 are invited to participate in a bite-sized D&D adventure!

Registration is required and space is limited. Registration can be done directly with the Children’s Department in person or over the phone up to two weeks before the event.

Parents/caregivers are welcome to stay and assist if they choose.

Craft a beautiful painted coaster. This project makes a great gift for Mother's Day or for your favorite grown up! Registration is required, space is limited.