Chess Club (Virtual)

Program Room
Dec 1, 6:00pm
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Join us in person to play chess! Open to Children 8+
***PLEASE SUPPLY EMAIL ADDRESS FOR ZOOM INFORMATION***

Money Money Money

Meeting Room
Dec 2, 7:00 p.m
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.

You worked so hard for what you have. Join us in a discussion on how to protect your money along with how you can support causes you hold dear. Even if you have already decided on a financial plan, there may be additional solutions for your life savings.  Get inspired when you come to hear Joseph P. Silvestri CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, CASL®, CLTC Certified Financial Planner™ from Creative Financial Group.
This program is sponsored by the Monroe Township Library Foundation.

Mother Goose Time

Program Room
Dec 3, 11:00 a.m.
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.

For ages 18 – 36 months

Our popular Mother Goose program is back! Enjoy nursery rhymes and songs.

Registration required and opens on Tuesday, November 23 at 9:30 a.m.

Monday Meditation

Zoom (virtual)
Dec 6, 9-9:30 am (Mondays, Dec. 6 & 13, 9 am)
Guided breathing exercises, meditation, and simple stretches to start your day. This is a virtual program. Registration is not required. Click  Click to view event for details. Mondays, Dec. 6 & 13 at 9 am.

Music with Pat McKinley

Program Room
Dec 7, 11:45 a.m.
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.

For infants, toddlers & preschoolers. Join us virtually or in person for a fun music program for infants, toddlers & preschoolers! Registration required and opens on Tuesday, November 23 at 9:30 a.m.

Please note there is no class on Tuesday, December 21^st or 28^th.

Holiday Card Quilling

Program Room
Dec 8, 6:00 p.m.
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.

For ages 9 & up. Make a custom holiday card! Registration required and opens on Tuesday, November 23 at 9:30 a.m.

International Film Discussion Group

Zoom (virtual)
Dec 9, 2:30 pm
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Join us virtually on Zoom for a discussion of "Tomboy" 2011 French  1hr. 22min. This film is not rated.
A family moves into a new neighborhood, and a 10-year-old named Laure deliberately presents as a boy named Mikhael to the neighborhood children.
This film is available to view for free on Kanopy which is accessible through the library's website.

Craft Kit

Children's
Dec 10,
As supplies last. For children ages 4 and up.
 

Java for Juniors

Program Room
Dec 11, 2pm to 3pm (11/6/2021, 11/13/2021, 11/20/2021, 12/11/2021, 12/18/2021, 1/8/2022, 1/15/2022, 1/22/2022, 1/29/2022, 2/5/2022, 2/12/2022, 2/19/2022)
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.

No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.
Attendees are asked to bring their own laptop computers.
The library has a limited amount of laptops for use during this program, on a first come, first served basis.

Open to ages 9 to 13.
Registration required.

Led by teen volunteers Aarya R. and Shiven P.
Students are expected to attend all twelve sessions

NJLA Store

Meeting Room
Dec 12,

Monday Meditation

Zoom (virtual)
Dec 13, 9-9:30 am (Mondays, Dec. 6 & 13, 9 am)
Guided breathing exercises, meditation, and simple stretches to start your day. This is a virtual program. Registration is not required. Click  Click to view event for details. Mondays, Dec. 6 & 13 at 9 am.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Conference Room
Dec 14, 6:30 p.m. (Tuesdays, January 19, February 16, March 16, April 20, May 18, June 15, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 14)
All meeting are held on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm in the Library Conference Room, unless otherwise noted.

Chess Club (Virtual)

Program Room
Dec 15, 6:00pm
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Join us in person to play chess! Open to Children 8+
***PLEASE SUPPLY EMAIL ADDRESS FOR ZOOM INFORMATION***

Make a Coin Eating Bank

Zoom (virtual)
Dec 16, 4:30 pm
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Join us on Zoom as we make a mechanical Coin Eating Bank. Make your bank stick out its tongue to feed it all of your coins. For children ages 9 to 16. Registration required. This is an online only program.
Attendees will need to pick up a project supply pack at the library. The project supply pack for this activity can be picked up at the library's childrens department starting on Wednesday, December 8th. Curbside pick-up is available upon request.
Additional supplies you will need at home: TBD.
The Zoom link to this program will be provided upon registering.

Mother Goose Time

Program Room
Dec 17, 11:00 a.m.
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.

For ages 18 – 36 months

Our popular Mother Goose program is back! Enjoy nursery rhymes and songs.

Registration required and opens on Tuesday, November 23 at 9:30 a.m.

Marshmallow Madness

Children's
Dec 18, 3:00 p.m.
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Explore science, technology, engineering or math topics through literature and hands-on experimentation. December's theme is...Marshmallows! This program will be offered in-person in for children ages 3-5. Registration is required and opens on Tuesday, November 23.

Grinch Games

Children's
Dec 20, 5:30 p.m.
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Join in on some Grinch themed games, followed by a craft. This program will be offered in-person for children ages 6-9. Registration is required and opens on Tuesday, November 23.

Arts & Crafts

Program Room
Dec 21, 11:00 a.m.
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
For all ages. Registration required and opens on Tuesday, November 23 at 9:30 a.m.

'Tween Holiday Craft

Activity Room
Dec 22, 6:00 p.m.
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.

For ages 8 & up. Make a fun gingerbread house! No food involved! Registration required and opens on Tuesday, November 23 at 9:30 a.m.

Make a Confetti Popper

Zoom (virtual)
Dec 23, 4:30 pm
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Join us on Zoom as we make a Confetti Popper. Be ready for New Year’s Eve. Shoot confetti all over the place! For children ages 9 to 16. Registration required. This is an online only program.
Attendees will need to pick up a project supply pack at the library. The project supply pack for this activity can be picked up at the library's childrens department starting on Wednesday, December 15th. Curbside pick-up is available upon request.
Additional supplies you will need at home: TBD.
The Zoom link to this program will be provided upon registering.

Library Closed

All Locations
Dec 24,

Library Closed

All Locations
Dec 25,

Decorate a New Year's Eve Crown

Activity Room
Dec 27, 11:00 a.m.

For all ages. Get yourself ready to celebrate 2022 by making a fun crown! No registration required.

Craft in a Bag

Program Room
Dec 28,
Come grab all the supplies needed to make a fun craft at home. While supplies last.

Chess Club (Virtual)

Program Room
Dec 29, 6:00pm
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Join us in person to play chess! Open to Children 8+
***PLEASE SUPPLY EMAIL ADDRESS FOR ZOOM INFORMATION***

Magic Show: Presented by Brian Richards

Meeting Room
Dec 30, 11:00 a.m.

Recommended for ages 4 & up.
The magic of reading!
Tickets required for entry for each person attending.
Free tickets available at the Youth Services Desk beginning Friday, December 17.

Library Closed

All Locations
Dec 31,

Library Closed

All Locations
Jan 1,

Evening Book Café

Conference Room
Jan 6, 7:00 p.m (Thursdays, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, 7:00 p.m.)
Registration required, begins Dec 7. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Book Café now has an evening session! Beginning in January 2022, the evening Book Café will meet on the first Thursday of each month at 7pm.
What have you been reading? We want to know! Join other book lovers for a lively discussion. Book Café is a perfect place to find your next great read and share what you have enjoyed.
This program will be hybrid - you may attend in person or via Zoom. Registration is requested for in-person participation. Visit the Library website for Zoom information.

Sit-N-Stitch

Meeting Room
Jan 7, 10:30 AM (Fridays, January 7 & 21, February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, 10:30 AM)
Registration required, begins Dec 17. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Socialize with stitchers & crafters of all types and skill levels. Bring your own supplies.

Java for Juniors

Program Room
Jan 8, 2pm to 3pm (11/6/2021, 11/13/2021, 11/20/2021, 12/11/2021, 12/18/2021, 1/8/2022, 1/15/2022, 1/22/2022, 1/29/2022, 2/5/2022, 2/12/2022, 2/19/2022)
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.

No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.
Attendees are asked to bring their own laptop computers.
The library has a limited amount of laptops for use during this program, on a first come, first served basis.

Open to ages 9 to 13.
Registration required.

Led by teen volunteers Aarya R. and Shiven P.
Students are expected to attend all twelve sessions

Make a Walking Paper Horse

Zoom (virtual)
Jan 13, 4:30 pm
Registration required, begins Dec 28. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Join us on Zoom as we make a Walking Paper Horse. Create your own paper horse that walks down an incline on its own. For children ages 9 to 16. Registration required. This is an online only program.
Attendees will need to pick up a project supply pack at the library. The project supply pack for this activity can be picked up at the library's childrens department starting on Wednesday, January 5th. Curbside pick-up is available upon request.
Additional supplies you will need at home: TBD.
The Zoom link to this program will be provided upon registering.

Java for Juniors

Program Room
Jan 15, 2pm to 3pm (11/6/2021, 11/13/2021, 11/20/2021, 12/11/2021, 12/18/2021, 1/8/2022, 1/15/2022, 1/22/2022, 1/29/2022, 2/5/2022, 2/12/2022, 2/19/2022)
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.

No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.
Attendees are asked to bring their own laptop computers.
The library has a limited amount of laptops for use during this program, on a first come, first served basis.

Open to ages 9 to 13.
Registration required.

Led by teen volunteers Aarya R. and Shiven P.
Students are expected to attend all twelve sessions

Meet Your Sewing Machine

Conference Room
Jan 20, 6:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Dec 7. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.

Learn about sewing machines with this hands-on session for adults, ages 18 and over. You will learn how to wind a bobbin, thread a needle and practice stitching.

Sit-N-Stitch

Meeting Room
Jan 21, 10:30 AM (Fridays, January 7 & 21, February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, 10:30 AM)
Registration required, begins Dec 17. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Socialize with stitchers & crafters of all types and skill levels. Bring your own supplies.

Java for Juniors

Program Room
Jan 22, 2pm to 3pm (11/6/2021, 11/13/2021, 11/20/2021, 12/11/2021, 12/18/2021, 1/8/2022, 1/15/2022, 1/22/2022, 1/29/2022, 2/5/2022, 2/12/2022, 2/19/2022)
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.

No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.
Attendees are asked to bring their own laptop computers.
The library has a limited amount of laptops for use during this program, on a first come, first served basis.

Open to ages 9 to 13.
Registration required.

Led by teen volunteers Aarya R. and Shiven P.
Students are expected to attend all twelve sessions

Non-Fiction Book Discussion

Meeting Room
Jan 24, 2:00 p.m.
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Join us for a discussion of Blue Mind by Wallace Nichols. Reserve a copy through our Click to view event or by calling the library.
Registration is required. This program will be held in person.

Make a Night Light

Zoom (virtual)
Jan 27, 4:30 pm
Registration required, begins Dec 28. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Join us on Zoom as we make a Night Light. When your room gets dark the night light will light up! For children ages 9 to 16. Registration required. This is an online only program.
Attendees will need to pick up a project supply pack at the library. The project supply pack for this activity can be picked up at the library's childrens department starting on Wednesday, January 19th. Curbside pick-up is available upon request.
Additional supplies you will need at home: TBD.
The Zoom link to this program will be provided upon registering.

Friday Afternoon Movie

Meeting Room
Jan 28, 2:30PM
Registration required, begins Jan 1. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Monthly Friday afternoon movies return this month!

Each month we will screen a different modern, classic movie. This program will be held in-person at the Library.


*Registration is required. Register in advance at the Welcome Desk, on our website at www.monroetwplibrary.org/calendar or by phone at (732) 521-5000.

Java for Juniors

Program Room
Jan 29, 2pm to 3pm (11/6/2021, 11/13/2021, 11/20/2021, 12/11/2021, 12/18/2021, 1/8/2022, 1/15/2022, 1/22/2022, 1/29/2022, 2/5/2022, 2/12/2022, 2/19/2022)
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.

No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.
Attendees are asked to bring their own laptop computers.
The library has a limited amount of laptops for use during this program, on a first come, first served basis.

Open to ages 9 to 13.
Registration required.

Led by teen volunteers Aarya R. and Shiven P.
Students are expected to attend all twelve sessions

Evening Book Café

Conference Room
Feb 3, 7:00 p.m (Thursdays, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, 7:00 p.m.)
Registration required, begins Dec 7. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Book Café now has an evening session! Beginning in January 2022, the evening Book Café will meet on the first Thursday of each month at 7pm.
What have you been reading? We want to know! Join other book lovers for a lively discussion. Book Café is a perfect place to find your next great read and share what you have enjoyed.
This program will be hybrid - you may attend in person or via Zoom. Registration is requested for in-person participation. Visit the Library website for Zoom information.

Sit-N-Stitch

Meeting Room
Feb 4, 10:30 AM (Fridays, January 7 & 21, February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, 10:30 AM)
Registration required, begins Dec 17. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Socialize with stitchers & crafters of all types and skill levels. Bring your own supplies.

Java for Juniors

Program Room
Feb 5, 2pm to 3pm (11/6/2021, 11/13/2021, 11/20/2021, 12/11/2021, 12/18/2021, 1/8/2022, 1/15/2022, 1/22/2022, 1/29/2022, 2/5/2022, 2/12/2022, 2/19/2022)
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.

No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.
Attendees are asked to bring their own laptop computers.
The library has a limited amount of laptops for use during this program, on a first come, first served basis.

Open to ages 9 to 13.
Registration required.

Led by teen volunteers Aarya R. and Shiven P.
Students are expected to attend all twelve sessions

Java for Juniors

Program Room
Feb 12, 2pm to 3pm (11/6/2021, 11/13/2021, 11/20/2021, 12/11/2021, 12/18/2021, 1/8/2022, 1/15/2022, 1/22/2022, 1/29/2022, 2/5/2022, 2/12/2022, 2/19/2022)
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.

No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.
Attendees are asked to bring their own laptop computers.
The library has a limited amount of laptops for use during this program, on a first come, first served basis.

Open to ages 9 to 13.
Registration required.

Led by teen volunteers Aarya R. and Shiven P.
Students are expected to attend all twelve sessions

Organize for the Unexpected: Create Your Emergency Plan Today

Zoom (virtual)
Feb 17, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Jan 3. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
In the event of an emergency, are you ready to leave your home in one hour? Join author and organizing humorist Jamie Novak, when she shares what belongs in your GO BINDER and all her must-know lists and tips to get things in order.

Sit-N-Stitch

Meeting Room
Feb 18, 10:30 AM (Fridays, January 7 & 21, February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, 10:30 AM)
Registration required, begins Dec 17. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Socialize with stitchers & crafters of all types and skill levels. Bring your own supplies.

Java for Juniors

Program Room
Feb 19, 2pm to 3pm (11/6/2021, 11/13/2021, 11/20/2021, 12/11/2021, 12/18/2021, 1/8/2022, 1/15/2022, 1/22/2022, 1/29/2022, 2/5/2022, 2/12/2022, 2/19/2022)
Registration required. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Explore Java computer programming in one hour in-library sessions. Learn the basics of computer programming and Java, as well as how to use code in real applications.

No prior computer or programming knowledge is required to attend this program.
Attendees are asked to bring their own laptop computers.
The library has a limited amount of laptops for use during this program, on a first come, first served basis.

Open to ages 9 to 13.
Registration required.

Led by teen volunteers Aarya R. and Shiven P.
Students are expected to attend all twelve sessions

Health & Wellness Reading Club

Activity Room
Feb 28, 3-4 pm
Registration required, begins Jan 3. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Join us for a discussion of Pleased to Meet Me: Genes, germs and the curious forces that make us who we are
by Bill Sullivan. Reserve a copy through our Click to view event or by calling the library.
Registration is required. This program will be held in person.

Evening Book Café

Conference Room
Mar 3, 7:00 p.m (Thursdays, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, 7:00 p.m.)
Registration required, begins Dec 7. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Book Café now has an evening session! Beginning in January 2022, the evening Book Café will meet on the first Thursday of each month at 7pm.
What have you been reading? We want to know! Join other book lovers for a lively discussion. Book Café is a perfect place to find your next great read and share what you have enjoyed.
This program will be hybrid - you may attend in person or via Zoom. Registration is requested for in-person participation. Visit the Library website for Zoom information.

Sit-N-Stitch

Meeting Room
Mar 4, 10:30 AM (Fridays, January 7 & 21, February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, 10:30 AM)
Registration required, begins Dec 17. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Socialize with stitchers & crafters of all types and skill levels. Bring your own supplies.

Open Sewing

Conference Room
Mar 17, 6:30 p.m.
Registration required, begins Feb 1. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.

Students will bring their own projects on which to work – there is not a planned project; everyone will be working on their own.
Students must take the Meet Your Sewing Machine class or have prior machine sewing knowledge to take this class. Ages 18 and over.

Sit-N-Stitch

Meeting Room
Mar 18, 10:30 AM (Fridays, January 7 & 21, February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, 10:30 AM)
Registration required, begins Dec 17. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Socialize with stitchers & crafters of all types and skill levels. Bring your own supplies.

Library Foundation Meeting

Meeting Room
Mar 22, 7:00 p.m.

Elder Care: Aging in Place in Your Home & Community

Meeting Room
Mar 30, 2:00 pm
Registration required, begins Mar 1. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.

Senior Care Solutions Specialist, Christine Forte, discusses community supports, programs and services that meet the diverse needs and changing lifestyles of elder adults that are home-care based. Registration is required. This is an in-person event.

Evening Book Café

Conference Room
Apr 7, 7:00 p.m (Thursdays, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, 7:00 p.m.)
Registration required, begins Dec 7. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Book Café now has an evening session! Beginning in January 2022, the evening Book Café will meet on the first Thursday of each month at 7pm.
What have you been reading? We want to know! Join other book lovers for a lively discussion. Book Café is a perfect place to find your next great read and share what you have enjoyed.
This program will be hybrid - you may attend in person or via Zoom. Registration is requested for in-person participation. Visit the Library website for Zoom information.

Sit-N-Stitch

Meeting Room
Apr 8, 10:30 AM (Fridays, January 7 & 21, February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, 10:30 AM)
Registration required, begins Dec 17. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Socialize with stitchers & crafters of all types and skill levels. Bring your own supplies.

Sit-N-Stitch

Meeting Room
Apr 22, 10:30 AM (Fridays, January 7 & 21, February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, 10:30 AM)
Registration required, begins Dec 17. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Socialize with stitchers & crafters of all types and skill levels. Bring your own supplies.

Meet the Author, John Katerba: "Monroe Township and Jamesburg, Years Gone By"

Meeting Room
Apr 23, 1:00pm
Registration required, begins Mar 1. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
In his third book, "Monroe Township & Jamesburg, Years Gone By," John D. Katerba once again preserves his hometown's history with the help of his dear friends and his passion for area history. Through commentary, a slide show and presentation of artifacts, the author will present a glimpse of forgotten businesses, schools, and the towns people that are remembered in this publication. Questions and answers will follow. This event is sponsored by the Monroe Township Historic Preservation Commission. *Registration is required

Boheme Opera NJ

Meeting Room
May 4, 1:00pm
Registration required, begins Apr 1. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Boheme Opera NJ returns to Monroe Township Library this spring for a live musical performance. This event is sponsored by the Monroe Township Cultural Arts Commission. *Registration is required.

Evening Book Café

Conference Room
May 5, 7:00 p.m (Thursdays, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, 7:00 p.m.)
Registration required, begins Dec 7. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Book Café now has an evening session! Beginning in January 2022, the evening Book Café will meet on the first Thursday of each month at 7pm.
What have you been reading? We want to know! Join other book lovers for a lively discussion. Book Café is a perfect place to find your next great read and share what you have enjoyed.
This program will be hybrid - you may attend in person or via Zoom. Registration is requested for in-person participation. Visit the Library website for Zoom information.

Sit-N-Stitch

Meeting Room
May 6, 10:30 AM (Fridays, January 7 & 21, February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, 10:30 AM)
Registration required, begins Dec 17. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Socialize with stitchers & crafters of all types and skill levels. Bring your own supplies.

Boheme Opera NJ

Meeting Room
May 18, 1:00pm
Registration required, begins Apr 1. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Boheme Opera NJ returns to Monroe Township Library this spring for a live musical performance. This event is sponsored by the Monroe Township Cultural Arts Commission. *Registration is required.

Sit-N-Stitch

Meeting Room
May 20, 10:30 AM (Fridays, January 7 & 21, February 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, April 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, 10:30 AM)
Registration required, begins Dec 17. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Socialize with stitchers & crafters of all types and skill levels. Bring your own supplies.

Evening Book Café

Conference Room
Jun 2, 7:00 p.m (Thursdays, January 6, February 3, March 3, April 7, May 5, June 2, 7:00 p.m.)
Registration required, begins Dec 7. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Book Café now has an evening session! Beginning in January 2022, the evening Book Café will meet on the first Thursday of each month at 7pm.
What have you been reading? We want to know! Join other book lovers for a lively discussion. Book Café is a perfect place to find your next great read and share what you have enjoyed.
This program will be hybrid - you may attend in person or via Zoom. Registration is requested for in-person participation. Visit the Library website for Zoom information.

Boheme Opera NJ

Meeting Room
Jun 15, 1:00pm
Registration required, begins Apr 1. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
Boheme Opera NJ returns to Monroe Township Library this spring for a live musical performance. This event is sponsored by the Monroe Township Cultural Arts Commission. *Registration is required.

Meet the Author, John Katerba:

Meeting Room
Oct 22, 1:00pm
Registration required, begins Sep 1. Call 732-521-5000 or Click to view event.
In his third book, "Monroe Township & Jamesburg, Years Gone By," John D. Katerba once again preserves his hometown's history with the help of his dear friends and his passion for area history. Through commentary, a slide show and presentation of artifacts, the author will present a glimpse of forgotten businesses, schools, and the towns people that are remembered in this publication. Questions and answers will follow. This event is sponsored by the Monroe Township Historic Preservation Commission. *Registration is required