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Armida Espaillat Exhibition

  • What: Solo exhibition Imagination; artwork by Armida Espaillat.
  • When: September 11 through October 27, 2023
  • Where: Linden Public Library.
  • Click here to visit Armida Espaillat’s website.

Program for Adults with Special Needs Children

  • What & When: Program for adults with Special Needs children, including Autistic children. Program presenter Ana La Tona is a certified Occupational Therapist with 28 years of experience. Ana La Tona is offering practical ideas for treatment of Special Needs Children with the use of games, including Connect 4, Bingo, Operation, Twister, Thera Band and Thera Putty.
    • October 14 at 10am – Fun with Games (ages 5 through 8); Fosters positive socialization, fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination.
    • October 21 at 10am – Fine Motor Program (ages 6 through 10); Improve writing, scissoring and social skills.
    • October 28 at 10am – Self Help/Life Skills (ages 12 and up); Time Management, balancing schedules and social skills.
  • Where: Linden Public Library.
  • How: Sign up in the Children’s Room at the Linden Public Library.

DIY Craft Club

Come and join us at the Linden Public Library for the DIY Craft Club. This club will be held on the third floor.

  • What: Do It Yourself (DIY) Craft Club.
  • When: 3:30pm until 4:30pm
    • October 19 – Halloween Mobile
    • November 16 – Thanksgiving
    • December 14 – Ornament
  • Where: Third floor at the Linden Public Library.
  • How: Sign up at the Circulation Desk at the Linden Public Library.

Chair Yoga

  • What: Chair Yoga. Enjoy learning yoga with the aid of a chair.
  • When: Every Friday at 10am.
  • Where: Linden Public Library.

Chair Yoga

  • What: Chair Yoga. Enjoy learning yoga with the aid of a chair.
  • When: Every Friday at 10am.
  • Where: Linden Public Library.

Health and Wellness Fair

Mayor Derek Armstead, the City of Linden and the Linden Health Department are pleased to present the Linden Health and Wellness Fair. The Linden Public Library will be present at this event. Stop by to get a Library Card, or show your Library Card to get a spin on the prize wheel!

  • Who: Free entry, everyone is welcome!
  • What: Health and Wellness Fair. Free health services will be offered including blood pressure readings, blood sugar readings, DermaView sun damage analyzer, male and female cancer screenings, vision tests, hearing tests, flu vaccinations and more! Tables with local health and wellness information, products and services. Enjoy prizes and giveaways, including a free six-page budget-friendly recipe booklet available for each attendee. The Linden Public Library will be present at this event. Stop by to get a Library Card, or show your Library Card to get a spin on the prize wheel!
  • When: Saturday, October 14, 2023 from 10am until 2pm.
  • Where: School #1 Gym, which is located at 720 North Wood Avenue.
  • How: Free entry. For more information, please call the Linden Health Department at (908) 474-8409.

Accessing E-Books

  • What: Bring your personal device (phone, tablet, etc.) and library card to come learn how to access, use, and get the most out of our different e-Book platforms.
  • When:
    • Friday, October 13 at 2:30pm.
    • Wednesday, Novemver 1 at 6:30pm
  • Where: Linden Public Library.

Program for Adults with Special Needs Children

  • What & When: Program for adults with Special Needs children, including Autistic children. Program presenter Ana La Tona is a certified Occupational Therapist with 28 years of experience. Ana La Tona is offering practical ideas for treatment of Special Needs Children with the use of games, including Connect 4, Bingo, Operation, Twister, Thera Band and Thera Putty.
    • October 14 at 10am – Fun with Games (ages 5 through 8); Fosters positive socialization, fine motor skills and eye-hand coordination.
    • October 21 at 10am – Fine Motor Program (ages 6 through 10); Improve writing, scissoring and social skills.
    • October 28 at 10am – Self Help/Life Skills (ages 12 and up); Time Management, balancing schedules and social skills.
  • Where: Linden Public Library.
  • How: Sign up in the Children’s Room at the Linden Public Library.

Terrific Toddlers Story & Playtime

Come join us at the Linden Public Library for Terrific Toddler Story and Playtime!

  • What: Terrific Toddlers Story and Playtime.
  • When: Wednesdays from 10am until 11am.
    • *Two classes will be held on Tuesday in September: September 12 and 19.
    • September 27
    • October 4, 18, and 25.
    • November 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29.
    • December 6, 13, 20 and 27.
  • Where: Children’s Room at the Linden Public Library.

Project Healthy Bones

  • Who: For older adults.
  • What: Project Healthy Bones, an osteoporosis prevention, exercise and education program.
  • When: Every Wednesday at 10am.
  • Where: Linden Public Library.