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Wednesday Afternoon Movie: Last Breath

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

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Movies

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Adults

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Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Movies

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A heart-pounding film that follows seasoned deep-sea divers as they battle the raging elements to rescue their crewmate trapped hundreds of feet below the ocean's surface.

Social Worker Appointments

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm

Study Room 1 at South Plainfield Public Library

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Other

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Adults

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Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Study Room 1

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other

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Social Worker Appointments available @ The South Plainfield Public Library!

Sweet Treats: Desserts & Delicacies from the Garden State

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:15pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Lectures

Age Group:

Everyone

Open

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Lectures

Registration Required

Event Details:

This program explores a variety of “sweet” culinary traditions from the 18th and 19th centuries and considers how the treats we enjoy have changed. It also discusses the process and ingredients of making these food items, then and now.

Taste of Asian Culture : The Art of Chinese Landscapes

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Culture, Bilingual, Workshops

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Culture, Bilingual, Workshops

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join instructor Hua Jiang as she teaches us about the art of Chinese Calligraphy as well as the basics of traditional Chinese landscaping painting.

Reignite Your Purpose Through Self-Care

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

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Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Registration Required

Event Details:

The workshop, Reignite Your Purpose Through Self-Care, is designed to help attendees prioritize their well-being as a tool for personal growth and empowerment. This interactive session will explore:

New Jersey Shipwrecks

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Lectures

Age Group:

Everyone

Open

Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Lectures

Registration Required

Photo by Nick Fewings on Unsplash; flags of all nations

Monday ESL Conversation Group

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

ESL

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: ESL

Monday Night Movie: The Unbreakable Boy

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Movies

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Movies

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When Scott and Teresa learn that their son, Austin, is autistic and has brittle bone disease, they initially worry about his future.

Learn to Crochet

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 6:15pm - 7:30pm

Main Reading Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

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Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Main Reading Room

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Event Details:

Adults and teenagers over 14, whether beginners or experienced, are welcome. If you are a beginner, you will learn to make a scarf. Contact Ms. Charlene at the front desk or at cvarry@southplainfield.lib.nj.us to find out what supplies to bring.

Chinese Language Storytime - 來聽中文故事 (Hybrid Program)

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Multipurpose Room at South Plainfield Public Library

Program Type:

Storytimes

Age Group:

Babies and Toddlers, Children

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Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library

Room: Multipurpose Room

Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Children

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

來聽中文故事

請和我們一起開心的聽故事，唱歌，做手工

Join Ms. Kitty for an hour of stories, songs, and crafts presented in Mandarin Chinese!

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10 am		This event is in the "Adults" group. Monday ESL Conversation Group 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: ESL Do you want a chance to practice speaking English? Join our groups for a friendly, fun, informal way to build your conversation skills. Come to either session or come to both!	This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Babies and Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytimes Join in for stories, songs, and a special craft for ages 2-4. Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills. Toddler Time is designed for our youngest patrons and their caregivers. It is intended to introduce toddlers to books and libraries in a positive way. This program runs 25 - 35 minutes and includes songs, rhymes, fingerplays, short books, and a craft. Caregivers should remain in the storyroom and are encouraged to join in the activities. No cell phones please! Disclaimer(s) Adults must stay Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during this program.	This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Storytime 10:30am - 11:15am Babies and Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytimes Join in for stories, songs, and a special craft for ages 2-4. Help your child learn important pre-literacy skills. Toddler Time is designed for our youngest patrons and their caregivers. It is intended to introduce toddlers to books and libraries in a positive way. This program runs 25 - 35 minutes and includes songs, rhymes, fingerplays, short books, and a craft. Caregivers should remain in the storyroom and are encouraged to join in the activities. No cell phones please! Disclaimer(s) Adults must stay Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during this program.	This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. Busy Babies Social Time 10:30am - 11:15am Babies and Toddlers This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Babies and Toddlers Event Details: This new program allows for babies and caregivers to spend some time socializing with each other in an informal and relaxed maner. Please note this will not be a structured program but we will have toys and books set out to enjoy.	This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. Baby Time 10:30am - 11:15am Babies and Toddlers This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Babies and Toddlers Program Type: Storytimes Songs, fingerplays and other language-building activities, and BUBBLES! For children ages 23 months and under and their caregivers. It is intended to introduce babies to the library in a positive way. This is a lapsit program followed by play and socialization time. No cell phones please! Simultaneously livestreamed on our Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/southplainfieldlibrary/ Disclaimer(s) Adults must stay Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during this program.
11 am			This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Spring Flower Crown Craft 11:45am - 12:15pm Babies and Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Ms. Mija will show us how to use some construction paper and glue to make one of these beautiful paper flower crowns that we can wear in celebration of spring! For children ages 2 - 5 years old. Disclaimer(s) Adults must stay Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during this program.
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1 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. Wednesday Afternoon Movie: The Unbreakable Boy 1:00pm - 3:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Event Details: When Scott and Teresa learn that their son, Austin, is autistic and has brittle bone disease, they initially worry about his future.
2 pm	This event is in the "Everyone" group. New Jersey Shipwrecks 2:00pm - 3:15pm Everyone Open Registration Required This event is in the "Everyone" group. Open Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Lectures Registration Required
3 pm					This event is in the "Children" group. Butterfly & Daisy Charm Bracelet Craft 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children This event is in the "Children" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Children ages 5 - 10 years are invited to join us as we make a beautiful beaded bracelet. Drop in program - no registration required. Supplies are limited, so first come, first served!
4 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. Social Worker Appointments 4:00pm - 8:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: Social Worker Appointments available @ The South Plainfield Public Library!
5 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Monday Night Movie: The Unbreakable Boy 5:30pm - 7:45pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Event Details: When Scott and Teresa learn that their son, Austin, is autistic and has brittle bone disease, they initially worry about his future.	This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Chinese Language Storytime - 來聽中文故事 (Hybrid Program) 5:00pm - 6:00pm Babies and Toddlers, Children This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: 來聽中文故事請和我們一起開心的聽故事，唱歌，做手工 Join Ms. Kitty for an hour of stories, songs, and crafts presented in Mandarin Chinese!
6 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Learn to Crochet 6:15pm - 7:30pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Main Reading Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Adults and teenagers over 14, whether beginners or experienced, are welcome. If you are a beginner, you will learn to make a scarf. Contact Ms. Charlene at the front desk or at cvarry@southplainfield.lib.nj.us to find out what supplies to bring.			This event is in the "Adults" group. Friends of the South Plainfield Public Library Monthly Meeting 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: South Plainfield Public Library Room: Multipurpose Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Other Event Details: All are welcome to join our monthly meeting of the Friends of the South Plainfield Public Library.

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