In honor of Black History Month, the Scotch Plains Public Library is offering a full day of exciting programming on Saturday, February 10.
On Wed, February 14 and Wed, February 28, Scotch Plains & Fanwood cardholders ages 7-16 are invited to participate in chess club.
On Wednesday, February 7 at 6 pm, teens are invited to join the Coding Club. Join teens in grades 5-12 to learn or improve coding skills.
This exhibition is based on Frederick Douglass' autobiography, a powerful weapon in the abolitionist cause.
On Sunday, Feb 4 at 2:00 pm, Tim White, Professor of History at New Jersey City University, will discuss his book Blue-Collar Broadway.
Join Dana, Scotlib’s new teen librarian, for the YA Chat Club on Wednesday, January 10 at 6 pm to talk all things realistic fiction.
Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders ages 7-16 are invited to participate in the library’s very popular chess club.
Author Myron Sugerman will discuss how the history of the mob and the history of Jews in America are intertwined at Temple Sholom.
On Tuesday, December 19 at 1:00 PM, the Afternoon Book Club will be meeting to discuss Mansfield Park by Jane Austen.
On Friday, Dec 15 at 10 am at the Scotch Plains Public Library, learn a simple blanket stitch while you create an adorable felt sleeve!
Meet on Monday, December 11 at 7 pm to explore manga, watch a new anime series, make a Pocky Christmas tree, and enjoy snacks.
The Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School presents "Almost, Maine," a romantic comedy from Thursday through Saturday.
On Tuesday, November 21 at 1:00 PM, the Afternoon Book Club will be meeting to discuss The Little Red Chairs by Edna O’Brien.
On Fri, Nov 17 at 10 am at the Scotch Plains Public Library, learn how to turn an old paperback into a hedgehog.
Students are invited to relax, socialize, and have fun every Monday and Wednesday from 3:30-4:30.
Meet on Monday, November 13 at 7 pm to watch Your Lie in April, design your own anime avatar, discuss favorite titles.
On Mon, Nov 6 at 7:00 PM at the Scotch Plains Public Library, the Evening Book Club will discuss Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother.
Local artist Sandra Cerchio will lead a relaxed workshop entitled, “How to Draw a Tree,” on Friday, November 3 at 9:30 am.
On select Wednesdays in November, Scotch Plains & Fanwood cardholders ages 7-16 are invited to participate in the library’s chess club.
The entire community is welcomed to a reception, with a special invitation to local veterans and their families to attend.
The event includes a flight of fine Scotches paired with dinner and premium cigars. Proceeds benefit New Jersey Festival Orchestra.
Meet on Monday, October 23 at 7 pm to celebrate Halloween, watch Your Lie in April, discuss favorite titles, and enjoy snacks.
Sign up for these Friday morning drawing workshops led by local artist, Sandra Cerchio.
On Monday, September 18 at 7 pm, Tim White will orient the audience to the WWI time period.
The Scotch Plains Public Library will present the World War I and America series, which will run from September 18 through November 9.
On Sept 11, the Evening Book Club will discuss Miss Jane; on Sept 19, the Afternoon Book Club will discuss The Summer Before the War.
On Wed, Sept 6 and Wed, Sept 20 at 6:00 pm, Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders ages 7-16 are invited to participate in the chess club.
Meet on Mon, September 18 at 7 pm to watch the widely acclaimed anime series Your Lie in April, discuss titles, and make tie-dye clothing.
On Friday, September 8 at 10 am at the Scotch Plains Public Library, get into the autumn spirit by making a cute and simple felt pumpkin.
Following a very successful adult summer reading program, the Scotch Plains Public Library has planned many exciting events for September.
On Thursday, August 24 at 7 pm, learn all about this new organizational craze and how it can transform your life.
On Wednesday, August 16 at 4 pm, Mad Science returns to the Scotch Plains Public Library with another exciting teen program.
On August 28, the Woodland String Quartet returns to Scotch Plains Public Library for their annual performance.
On Monday, August 21 at 7 pm, teens in grades 6-12 are invited to join the Teen Anime Club.
On Wednesday, August 16 at 4 pm, Mad Science returns to ScotLib with another great program for teens.
On Wed, August 2 at 6:30 pm, learn about garbage and the importance of reducing, reusing, recycling, and responsibility with Mad Science!
Talos the Rottweiler from Scotch Plains will star in "Legally Blonde" from July 27 to July 29 in Kenilworth.
Teens going into grades 6-12 are invited to Dream a Better World on Tuesday, July 25 at 3:30 pm.
Fanwood's Summer Movie Series continues next Tuesday at LaGrande Park and will play "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" (PG-13).