A Beary Special Storytime

Saturday, January 5th, 2013 at 11:00 am

Bears abound in this storytime followed by a craft.

Sunday Sounds: The Early Music Players

Sunday, January 6th, 2013 at 2:00 pm

Elegant period garb, early instruments and songs in their original languages provide a thrill for the ears and a feast for the eyes.

Sunday Sounds: The Early Music Players

Sunday, January 6th, 2013 at 2:00 pm

Join us on Sunday, January 6 at 2:00 pm for a concert with the Early Music Players.

Teen Matinee

Monday, January 7th, 2013 at 3:30 pm

On January 7 at 3:30 PM, teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join us for Back to the Future and a snack.

Evening Book Club

Monday, January 7th, 2013 at 7:00 pm

Our selection for January will be In the Sanctuary of Outcasts by Neil White.

Big Read: Mariposa DR Foundation

Wednesday, January 9th, 2013 at 7:00 pm

Jessica Lawson will speak with us about the Girl Effect, and the importance of educating and empowering the girls that the Mariposa DR Foundation serves.

Mariposa DR Foundation

Wednesday, January 9th, 2013 at 7:00 pm

Learn about the Mariposa DR Foundation on Wednesday, January 9 at 7 PM.

Big Read: Kickoff Concert

Thursday, January 10th, 2013 at 7:00 pm

We celebrate our Big Read kickoff with Tropyband Orquesta at SPFHS on January 10, 2013!

Penguin Parade

Saturday, January 12th, 2013 at 11:00 am

By the end of this storytime and craft there will be penguins parading around the Children’s Department!

Career Networking Group

Monday, January 14th, 2013 at 6:30 pm

PLEASE DON’T ASK ME ABOUT MY JOB SEARCH! Fran McTernan and Nathalie Centinaro show you how to defuse emotional hot buttons when asked about your search.

Paws for Reading

Monday, January 14th, 2013 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.

Lapsit Storytime for Babies

Tuesday, January 15th, 2013 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. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Afternoon Book Club

Tuesday, January 15th, 2013 at 1:00 pm

Our selection for January will be Brooklyn by Colm Toibin.

Crafts for Preschoolers

Tuesday, January 15th, 2013 at 2:00 pm

Our craft activities are geared for children ages 3 through 5 and are all connected to the stories we read, linking literature to art and creativity. Registration is required for this activity and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Teen Scene

Tuesday, January 15th, 2013 at 3:30 pm

On January 15 at 3:30 PM, teens in grades 6 – 12 are welcome to play Wii, Nok-Hockey, and other games. Bring your friends!

Lapsit Storytime for Babies

Wednesday, January 16th, 2013 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. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Crafts for Preschoolers

Friday, January 18th, 2013 at 10:00 am

Our craft activities are geared for children ages 3 through 5 and are all connected to the stories we read, linking literature to art and creativity. Registration is required for this activity and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Friends Book Sale Donation Drop Off

Saturday, January 19th, 2013 at 9:00 am

It’s time to get ready for our annual Friends of the Library Book Sale!

Day at the Beach

Saturday, January 19th, 2013 at 11:00 am

Tired of winter yet? Warm up at the library with some beach stories!

Friends Book Sale Donation Drop Off

Sunday, January 20th, 2013 at 12:00 pm

It’s time to get ready for our annual Friends of the Library Book Sale!

Join the SPFSD / SPPL Community Read-A-Thon!

Monday, January 21st, 2013 at 1:00 pm

In celebration of The Big Read, join our community-wide read-a-thon!

Big Read: MLK Jr. Day of Service

Monday, January 21st, 2013 at 1:00 pm

Volunteer Orientation and Read-a-thon to benefit Mariposa DR Foundation and Literacy Volunteers of Union County, Inc.

Lapsit Storytime for Babies

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013 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. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Storytime for Two-year-olds

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013 at 10:15 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. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Crafts for Preschoolers

Tuesday, January 22nd, 2013 at 2:00 pm

Our craft activities are geared for children ages 3 through 5 and are all connected to the stories we read, linking literature to art and creativity. Registration is required for this activity and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Lapsit Storytime for Babies

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2013 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. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Dog Behavior & Training Basics

Thursday, January 24th, 2013 at 7:00 pm

Join Iris Fryzel and her retired service dog, Mindy, to learn how dogs think and why they behave the way they do.

Ask the Trainer

Thursday, January 24th, 2013 at 7:00 pm

On Thursday, January 24 at 7 PM, learn about how dogs think and why they behave the way they do. Registration is required.

Crafts for Preschoolers

Friday, January 25th, 2013 at 10:00 am

Our craft activities are geared for children ages 3 through 5 and are all connected to the stories we read, linking literature to art and creativity. Registration is required for this activity and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Friends Book Sale Donation Drop Off

Saturday, January 26th, 2013 at 9:00 am

It’s time to get ready for our annual Friends of the Library Book Sale

Make and Play-Dough

Saturday, January 26th, 2013 at 11:00 am

Make your own play-dough with us!

Friends Book Sale Donation Drop Off

Sunday, January 27th, 2013 at 12:00 pm

It’s time to get ready for our annual Friends of the Library Book Sale!

Paws for Reading

Monday, January 28th, 2013 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, January 28th, 2013 at 7:30 pm

Friends of the Library will meet on Monday, January 28 at 7:30pm in the Music Room.

Lapsit Storytime for Babies

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013 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. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Storytime for Two-year-olds

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013 at 10:15 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. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Crafts for Preschoolers

Tuesday, January 29th, 2013 at 2:00 pm

Our craft activities are geared for children ages 3 through 5 and are all connected to the stories we read, linking literature to art and creativity. Registration is required for this activity and is limited to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Lapsit Storytime for Babies

Wednesday, January 30th, 2013 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. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Storytime for Two-year-olds

Wednesday, January 30th, 2013 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. In person registration begins January 2nd, 2013.

Teen Wii: Outdoor Challenge and DDR

Wednesday, January 30th, 2013 at 3:30 pm

Wednesday, January 30! Compete against your friends! Enjoy snacks!