Storytime for Preschoolers

Thursday, March 1st, 2012 at 10:00 am

Storytime for children between the ages of three and five features a variety of activities that will encourage an interest in books, reading, and a love for literature. Registration is required and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. Registration begins January 4, 2012.

Family Storytime on Saturdays

Saturday, March 3rd, 2012 at 10:30 am

Can’t make it to storytime during the week? The whole family is welcome to join us on Saturdays.

The Civil War in American Memory: Movies

Monday, March 5th, 2012 at 7:00 pm

Due to limited space, registration for this program is now closed.

Evening Book Club

Monday, March 5th, 2012 at 7:00 pm

March’s selection will be The Storm by Margriet De Moor.

Lapsit Storytime for Babies

Tuesday, March 6th, 2012 at 9:30 am

Designed for children aged birth through 23 months, this interactive program features activities that will promote language development and an enjoyment of books and reading in every child. Registration is required and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. Registration begins January 4, 2012.

Storytime for Two-year-olds

Tuesday, March 6th, 2012 at 10:30 am

Two-year-old storytime features stories and other activities that promote language development, pre-reading skills, and an enjoyment of reading. Registration is required and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. Registration begins January 4, 2012.

Lapsit Storytime for Babies

Wednesday, March 7th, 2012 at 9:30 am

Designed for children aged birth through 23 months, this interactive program features activities that will promote language development and an enjoyment of books and reading in every child. Registration is required and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. Registration begins January 4, 2012.

Storytime for Two-year-olds

Wednesday, March 7th, 2012 at 10:30 am

Two-year-old storytime features stories and other activities that promote language development, pre-reading skills, and an enjoyment of reading. Registration is required and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. Registration begins January 4, 2012.

Pajama Story Time

Wednesday, March 7th, 2012 at 6:30 pm

Wear your PJs, bring your favorite bedtime buddy or blanket, and join us for soothing stories and songs. Children of all ages are welcome. Advanced registration is required and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. Registration begins January 4, 2012

Storytime for Preschoolers

Thursday, March 8th, 2012 at 10:00 am

Storytime for children between the ages of three and five features a variety of activities that will encourage an interest in books, reading, and a love for literature. Registration is required and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. Registration begins January 4, 2012.

Our World Discussion Group

Friday, March 9th, 2012 at 3:30 pm

The Our World Discussion Group topic for March 9 is: Concerns over genetics – what does family mean? Reading material from NYTimes: From One Sperm Donor, 150 Children

Children’s Book Sale: March 10 & 11

Saturday, March 10th, 2012 at 9:00 am

Friends of the Scotch Plains Public Library kick off their annual book sale with the Children’s Book Sale on March 10 and 11.

Family Storytime on Saturdays

Saturday, March 10th, 2012 at 10:30 am

Can’t make it to storytime during the week? The whole family is welcome to join us on Saturdays.

Children’s Book Sale: March 10 & 11

Sunday, March 11th, 2012 at 12:00 pm

Friends of the Scotch Plains Public Library kick off their annual book sale with the Children’s Book Sale on March 10 and 11.

Paws for Reading

Monday, March 12th, 2012 at 7:00 pm

Our canine visitors will be here twice a month. Five minute time slots will be assigned to all participants. Priority will be given to Scotch Plains and Fanwood library cardholders.

Friends of SPPL meeting

Monday, March 12th, 2012 at 7:30 pm

Friends of the Library will meet on Monday, March 12 at 7:30pm in the downstairs meeting room.

Hypertension Clinic

Tuesday, March 13th, 2012 at 10:00 am

A nurse will be here on Tuesday, March 13 from 10am until noon for blood pressure checks.

Drop in Recycling Craft

Saturday, March 17th, 2012 at 2:00 pm

Go green this March and make a sun catcher with us using recycled materials.

Career Networking Group

Monday, March 19th, 2012 at 6:30 pm

Learn how to “craft a killer resume” and which three questions your resume must answer!

Afternoon Book Club

Tuesday, March 20th, 2012 at 1:00 pm

March’s selection will be Running the Books: the Adventures of an Accidental Prison Librarian by Avi Steinberg.

Preschool Spring Fling

Wednesday, March 21st, 2012 at 2:00 pm

Get your groove on at our Afternoon Family Dance Party!

Our World Discussion Group

Friday, March 23rd, 2012 at 3:30 pm

The Our World Discussion Group topic for March 23 is: Concerns over GPS tracking. Reading material from NYTimes: Private Snoops Find GPS Trail Legal to Follow.

Crafts for 1st to 3rd Graders

Friday, March 23rd, 2012 at 4:00 pm

As requested, we are now offering a monthly craft for early elementary students!

Fun with Dick(ens) and Jane: Oliver Twist

Saturday, March 24th, 2012 at 11:00 am

This classic film, directed by David Lean,stars Alec Guinness as master pickpocket Fagin.

Fun with Dick(ens) and Jane: Oliver!

Saturday, March 24th, 2012 at 2:00 pm

The 1968 musical adaptation of Oliver Twist — fun for the entire family!

New Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra

Sunday, March 25th, 2012 at 2:00 pm

Our Sunday Sounds will feature the Outreach String Ensemble of the New Jersey Intergenerational Orchestra on March 25.

Paws for Reading

Monday, March 26th, 2012 at 7:00 pm

Our canine visitors will be here twice a month. Five minute time slots will be assigned to all participants. Priority will be given to Scotch Plains and Fanwood library cardholders.

Teen Scene

Tuesday, March 27th, 2012 at 3:30 pm

Teens in grades 6 – 12 are welcome to play Wii and Nok-Hockey. Bring your friends!

Finance Strategies for College Applications

Thursday, March 29th, 2012 at 7:00 pm

Lisa Bleich and Beth Cassie will discuss how high school students and their parents can find colleges that have a good financial fit.

Fun with Dick(ens) and Jane: A Christmas Carol

Saturday, March 31st, 2012 at 11:00 am

George C. Scott is Ebenezer Scrooge in this 1984 film.

Fun with Dick(ens) and Jane: Scrooged

Saturday, March 31st, 2012 at 2:00 pm

Bill Murray as a cranky TV executive in a modern-day twist on Dickens’ classic tale.