February Events For Kids/Teens At Middletown Library

MIDDLETOWN, NJ — What's planned for kids and teens next month at your local public library:

Stop the Bleed for Teens with Hackensack Meridian Health – February 1 at 7:00 p.m.: Learn first aid safety with proper bleeding control techniques at this First Aid safety program for teens.

Crochet for Teens – February 8 at 7:00 p.m.: Learn how to crochet headband ear warmers at this teen craft program!

Maker Monday (for Grades 3 and up) – February 14 at 4:15 p.m.: Tweens are invited to come to the library to create yarn hearts. Registration is required. Visit mtpl.org to register.

Take Your Child to the Library Day: "Eyes of the Wild" Animal Program – February 18 at 10:30 a.m. (for children with special needs) and 11:00 a.m.: "Eyes of the Wild" returns with another fascinating and entertaining group of animals, along with their handler Kim. Please reserve the 10:30 a.m. session for children with special needs and their families. Registration is required. Visit mtpl.org to register.

Lunar New Year Cultural Program – February 18 at 2:00 p.m.: Students from the Monmouth Fidelity Chinese School will perform traditional activities associated with Lunar New Year.

Black History’s Groundbreaking Geniuses, presented by Brightstar Theatre – February 20 at 11:00 a.m.: Learn about amazing inventors, artists and thinkers who changed the world and be inspired to discover your own genius at this Black History Month program.

Teen Movie Night – February 22 at 6:30 p.m.: Join us in the community room for a showing of "Love, Simon." For teens ages 14-18. Snacks will be provided, please be aware of food allergies.

Astronomy Observing Session at Poricy Park – February 24 at 6:30 p.m.: Join us at Poricy Park as the STAR Astronomy club sets ups their telescopes and show us the wonders in the winter sky. Rain date will be March 24.