
Upcoming events.

Writing Workshop, grades 4-5
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.

Fairy House Cake Decorating Party
Join us for a magical cake decorating party where we will decorate enchanting fairy house cakes and make a fairy door craft. Registration is required and can be done online.
Readers Forum Book Club
All are welcome to join this book club! Additional copies are available at the Circulation Desk. This month’s book is The Women by Kristen Hannah (2024).

Books and Brew Book Club
Join us for our next Books and Brew book club at The Morning Roast! We are reading Welcome to the Hyunam-Dong Bookshop. Books will be available through the library. The Morning Roast offers coffee and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
Books are also available through The Cranford Bookstore at a 10% discount!

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 0-2
Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 8 through May 27 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.



Writing Workshop, grades 6-7
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.

Darkroom Drop-in
Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.
Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.
Local Author Panel
Join 3 fiction authors to learn about their book(s), their publishing process and more! Copies of the authors’ books will be available for purchase. More details coming soon!

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 3-5
Families with preschoolers ages 3-5 are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Thursday mornings from April 10 through May 22 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Writing Workshop, grades 8+
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.

Pajama StoryTime
Friends in grades K & above, it's time to wear our pajamas & relax as we listen to a story & make some crafts!
This program meets in the library near the adult circulation desk.

Decoding the Mysteries of Cats (Zoom)
Join cat behaviorist, Stephen Quandt, Feline Behavior Associates, LLC, for this informative and engaging program all about cat behavior! After the presentation, there will be plenty of time for Q&A if you have questions about your own cats! Please follow the link (will be posted shortly) to register for this Zoom program. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library.

Riftspan: WriftleMania
Join us for a special after-hours event at the Cranford Public Library on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 5:00 PM, as we bring the excitement of unarmed D&D combat to the ring. Expect an evening of friendly duels, dramatic flair, and interactive storytelling as recruits from the Riftspan campaign face off in one-on-one matches.

Bark for Books: the Pooch Parade
Join the Pooch Parade and Bark for Books. The event is a fundraiser for the Room to Read campaign. In lieu of a registration fee it is requested that you donate $10 (or more!) to the Cranford Library Foundation. The registration link is below. Please fill out the registration form and submit your donations online to participate.
The donation link is also linked below. This link is also on the registration form.

Haircare Basics for Caregivers
Are you clueless when it comes to styling your child’s hair? Join professionals from Vôa Salon and Studio to learn the basics!

Writing Workshop, grades 4-5
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.

Romance Readers Book Club
Join us for Romance Readers Book Club. This month’s book is Off Limits by J.A. Low. If you can’t find this book are don’t want to read it, feel free to join us anyway!

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 0-2
Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 8 through May 27 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Tech for Seniors 1:1 Appointments
Sign up for a 15 or 30 minute session and ask one of our librarians your tech questions! Feel free to bring your phone, tablet or other device. In partnership with Cranford Community Center. Click the registration link below to sign-up.
Kids Get Growing!
Learn how to grow your own microgreens and nasturtium with the Cranford Library and the Garden Club of Cranford. This program is for children ages 7+. Registration is required and can be done online.
Korean Lantern Craft
The Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project member will show step-by-step instructions on making a lovely lotus flower lantern using colored paper and wireframes.
There is a PPT presentation about the Lotus & the Lantern Festival and a short documentary on Korea at the end of the class.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library . Join us in the teen section of the library!

Writing Workshop, grades 6-7
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Teen volunteers can get information about volunteering at the library over the summer and apply for the summer Reading Buddies program. Can’t make it? Email the teen librarian with any questions!

Darkroom Drop-in
Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.
Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Movie Night
Every month the library will debut new popular films, as soon as they're available! Today's movie is TBD

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 3-5
Families with preschoolers ages 3-5 are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Thursday mornings from April 10 through May 22 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Writing Workshop, grades 8+
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.

Pajama Storytime
Friends in grades K & above, it's time to wear our pajamas & relax as we listen to a story & make some crafts!
This program meets in the library near the adult circulation desk.

Literary Cafe
Literary Café is a book chat program. The format is simple: Bring a few of your recent favorite books and tell the other members of the group what you like about them. If you don’t have a copy of the book you want to talk about, that’s okay, too. The books can be new or old, fiction or non-fiction, classic or contemporary. There is no required reading, and you will have the opportunity to learn about books recommended by other group members. Attend as many sessions as you’d like. Admission is free and all are welcome. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Join us in person or on Zoom here

International Film
Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 12:30pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

Writing Workshop, grades 4-5
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.

DIY Pet Toys
Turn old t-shirts into toys for a pet! This program is best suited to children ages 8 and up, children will need to be comfortable cutting fabric and braiding it.

International Film
Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 12:30pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 0-2
Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 8 through May 27 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Adults Create!
Join us the 2nd Tuesday of the month for crafts and conversation! There will be a new project each month. All supplies will be provided. Today we are making faux stained glass jars. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Space is limited and opens up the month prior to each program.

Writing Workshop, grades 6-7
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.

Darkroom Drop-in
Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.
Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 3-5
Families with preschoolers ages 3-5 are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Thursday mornings from April 10 through May 22 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Writing Workshop, grades 8+
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.


Pajama Storytime
Friends in grades K & above, it's time to wear our pajamas & relax as we listen to a story & make some crafts!
This program meets in the library near the adult circulation desk.

Theater Project
We are thrilled to begin the 2024 season of "Perfecting the Play!"
New Jersey’s own Theater Project will present a reading of an original short play. The reading will be followed by a question and answer session with the audience, director, playwright and cast. Funds benefiting the Theater Project have been provided by the Union County LAP Grant and the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. No registration needed!
Join us this month for "Vile Things In Dark Corners" by Lynn Marie Macy.
Readers Forum Book Club
All are welcome to join this book club! Additional copies are available at the Circulation Desk. This month’s book is Tom Lake by Ann Patchett (2023).

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 0-2
Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 8 through May 27 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Adult Grab & Go Craft
Stop by the library and pick up this month’s adult craft! Thanks to the Friends of the Cranford Public Library for sponsoring this monthly program! While supplies last.

Wednesday Morning Adult Crafts
Join us in the teen zone for a new monthly adult craft program on Wednesday mornings! Today’s craft will be TBD . All supplies will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library.

Darkroom Drop-in
Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.
Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Trivia Night
Join us for another fun evening of trivia! This free event is hosted by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library! Join us in the Community Room on the first floor of the Community Center! Feel free to bring your own snacks and (non-alcoholic) drinks. Prizes awarded to the winning team.

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 3-5
Families with preschoolers ages 3-5 are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Thursday mornings from April 10 through May 22 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Books and Boba Chat
Get a free boba and talk about what books you're reading or come to hang out! Ages 11+

Poetry in Motion
If you’re interested in poetry of any kind and from any era, this is the club for you!
The first half of the meeting will be a brief, informal class highlighting the history of poetry along with some of its major types and techniques. The second half will be in the style of a book club, with poems that we will discuss and interpret together as a group.
In this session, we will be focusing on odes. We'll discuss the history of the form and explore some of the key odists throughout history. Please bring one to two odes by published poets to share with the group!


Hanson Park Storytime, ages 0-2
Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 8 through May 27 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Darkroom Drop-in
Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.
Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.
College Essay Workshop
Appealing to high school students and parents alike, my sessions consist of a 30-minute PowerPoint presentation highlighting the importance of essays in the college admissions process, what schools are looking for, as well as brainstorming and writing strategies. A 15-minute Q&A follows.
After a lengthy career as a Bloomberg News journalist and marketing professional, Richard Altman pivoted to essay tutoring after guiding his two oldest children through their college applications. While some of his friends and colleagues complained about the stress of essay writing and the toll it was taking on their families, he thoroughly enjoyed the experience and spun it into a new career. Along with his wife Liz, a novelist and essayist, we've helped students across the country develop insightful, authentic essays for their college applications.

Romance Readers Book Club
Join us for Romance Readers Book Club. This month’s book is Forged by Fire. If you can’t find this book are don’t want to read it, feel free to join us anyway!

Movie Night
Every month the library will debut new popular films, as soon as they're available! Today's movie is TBD

Magic of Make Believe: Summer in our town
Join us for a morning of theater games, music, movement, and play for ages 3-6.

International Film
Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 12:30pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

International Film
Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 12:30pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

Adults Create!
Join us the 2nd Tuesday of the month for crafts and conversation! There will be a new project each month. All supplies will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Space is limited and opens up the month prior to each program. Today we are making faux stained glass jars!

Collage Workshop
Join artist Kat Blcok and learn how to make beautiful paper collages in this 3-hour workshop! Space is limited. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Registration link coming soon!

Literary Cafe
Literary Café is a book chat program. The format is simple: Bring a few of your recent favorite books and tell the other members of the group what you like about them. If you don’t have a copy of the book you want to talk about, that’s okay, too. The books can be new or old, fiction or non-fiction, classic or contemporary. There is no required reading, and you will have the opportunity to learn about books recommended by other group members. Attend as many sessions as you’d like. Admission is free and all are welcome. Light refreshments provided by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Join us in person or on Zoom here
Library Closed (closed Sundays through Labor Day)
The Library is closed today for Father’s Day. The Library will be closed Sundays starting today until after Labor Day.


Trivia Night
Join us for another fun evening of trivia! This free event is hosted by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library! Join us in the Community Room on the first floor of the Community Center! Feel free to bring your own snacks and (non-alcoholic) drinks. Prizes awarded to the winning team.
Books and Brew Book Club
Join us for Books and Brew Book Club as we read Survivor’s Guilt by Robyn Gigl!
Registration required
Readers Forum Book Club
All are welcome to join this book club! Additional copies are available at the Circulation Desk. This month’s book is Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James MacBride (2023).
Books and Brew Book Club
Join us for Books and Brew Book Club as we read Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe!
Registration required.
Tosho-con
Join us for our 3rd annual Tosho-con! This free, full-day, all-ages comic, anime, and pop culture convention will include panels, interactive workshops, crafts, special guests, dance parties, a cosplay contest, Artist Alley and more!
No registration needed! Follow our Facebook event page for up-to-date program and guest information.
Co-sponsored by the Cranford Public Library and the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Thanks to our partners at the Cranford Community Center, Downtown Cranford, and Cranford Unity Project.

Books and Brew Book Club
Join us for our next Books and Brew book club at The Morning Roast! We are reading Welcome to the Hyunam-Dong Bookshop. Books will be available through the library. The Morning Roast offers coffee and non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase.
Books are also available through The Cranford Bookstore at a 10% discount!

Vinyl Revival
Due to immense popularity at our last program in January, we are bringing this program back! Did you know: that we are in the midst of a resurgence of vinyl records? In 2022, vinyl record sales in the US outperformed CDs for the first time since 1987.
Most of the record albums being reissued are from the early ‘60’s up through the 70’s, and record collectors are looking for the ORIGINAL copies of these reissues and as a result, values have increased significantly.
Are there hidden gems packed away in that cardboard box that could be worth hundreds or even thousands? Are you interested in knowing how to determine if a record you own is valuable?
Join Lance Jacobs, Scotch Plains resident (and record collector) as we explore how to “read” a record. Websites considered by many as authoritative regarding values will also be discussed and shared.
It’s encouraged to please bring in a record or two so you can learn how to check its value! Join us in the Community Room of the Community Center!

Sensory Friendly Cupcake Decorating
Join teen volunteers to decorate cupcakes at the library! (In the Community Center kitchen). This is a sensory friendly event open to teens with disabilities. Registration required
Ages 8+

Writing Workshop, grades 8+
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 3-5
Families with preschoolers ages 3-5 are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Thursday mornings from April 10 through May 22 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Darkroom Drop-in
Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.
Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Writing Workshop, grades 6-7
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.

Upcycle Bird Feeder
Make your own upcycled bird feeder from coffee cans! This program is for children ages 5 and up. Registration is required and can be done online.

Wednesday Morning Adult Crafts
Please note, this program has been moved from 4/16 to 4/23. This program is also currently full.
Join us in the teen zone for a new monthly adult craft program on Wednesday mornings! Today’s craft will be beautiful paper and button flower bouquets in salt shakers. All supplies will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library.

Color Me Calm
Join the teen librarian for a relaxing hour at the library coloring with hot chocolate!

Tech for Seniors 1:1 Appointments
Sign up for a 15 or 30 minute session and ask one of our librarians your tech questions! Feel free to bring your phone, tablet or other device. In partnership with Cranford Community Center. Click the registration link below to sign-up.

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 0-2
Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 8 through May 27 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Paint with Coffee and Matcha Powder @ The Morning Roast
Please note this program is now full
Join us at The Morning Roast to learn watercolor techniques with coffee and matcha powder led by a local teaching artist. All supplies will be provided (coffee and other non-alcoholic beverages will be available to purchase). Open to adults and teens 11+. Space is limited and registration is required. We will be having 4 of these programs this year, and we strongly encourage those who attended January's program allow new participants to participate.
This free class is sponsored by The Friends of the Cranford Public Library. The address for The Morning Roast @ YTB is 26 Eastman St, Cranford, NJ 07016. Registration opens Monday March 31 @ 10am

Pointer Bee Farm
Learn all about the importance of bees with Pointer Bee Farm! Get an up-close look at an observation hive and pick up some pointers on saving pollinators. This program is best suited to elementary-aged children.
Registration is not required, but space is limited and may be unavailable to latecomers.
This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Writing Workshop, grades 4-5
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 3-5
Families with preschoolers ages 3-5 are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Thursday mornings from April 10 through May 22 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Trivia Night
Join us for another fun evening of trivia! This free event is hosted by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library! Join us in the Community Room on the first floor of the Community Center! Feel free to bring your own snacks and (non-alcoholic) drinks. Prizes awarded to the winning team.

Darkroom Drop-in
Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.
Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.

Toddler Art
Make some messy art at the library! This program is best suited to children ages 2+ with a caregiver. Dress for a mess.

Tech for Seniors 1:1 Appointments
Sign up for a 15 or 30 minute session and ask one of our librarians your tech questions! Feel free to bring your phone, tablet or other device. In partnership with Cranford Community Center. Click the registration link below to sign-up.

Hanson Park Storytime, ages 0-2
Families with babies and toddlers are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Tuesday mornings from April 8 through May 27 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

International Film
Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 2pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

International Film
Join us each month for an International film screening. The same film will be shown at 12:30pm at 7pm. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cranford Public Library. Today's movie is TBD

Poetry in Motion
If you’re interested in poetry of any kind and from any era, this is the club for you!
The first half of the meeting will be a brief, informal class highlighting the history of poetry along with some of its major types and techniques. The second half will be in the style of a book club, with poems that we will discuss and interpret together as a group.
In this session, we will be focusing on poems about springtime. We'll discuss the history of spring poetry, including some classic examples and common motifs used by poets throughout time to capture the essence of the season through verse. Please bring one to two poems of your choice that evoke spring so we can read and discuss together!

Pajama StoryTime
Friends in grades K & above, it's time to wear our pajamas & relax as we listen to a story & make some crafts!
This program meets in the library near the adult circulation desk.

Writing Workshop, grades 8+
Join us for a free eight-week writing workshop run by author Brigit Young. Workshop participants will learn what makes a story tick and how to dive into writing their own! By the end of class, children will have a completed work of writing or - in the case of much longer pieces - a plan for how to move forward with their piece. This free program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Applications will be accepted until February 5. Participation is not guaranteed, priority will be given to Cranford residents and cardholders.


Hanson Park Storytime, ages 3-5
Families with preschoolers ages 3-5 are invited to join us for storytime at Hanson Park on Thursday mornings from April 10 through May 22 (weather permitting). Bring a blanket or chair to sit on. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.

Darkroom Drop-in
Photographers of all levels are invited to connect, share their work, talk shop, and work in the darkroom. The Darkroom is located in the Arts & Crafts Room on the second floor of the Community Center, the space is wheelchair-accessible.
Made possible by funds from the Union County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.
This program is a partnership between the Cranford Public Library and the Cranford Community Center. Ongoing funds for the darkroom are provided by the Friends of the Library.