Author Neil King Jr. will discuss his newly published book American Ramble: A Walk of Memory and Renewal on Thursday, June 22 at 6pm. This is a stunning, revelatory memoir about a 330-mile walk from Washington, D.C., to New York City—an unforgettable pilgrimage to the heart of America across some of our oldest common ground.
The author's journey took him through Cranbury Township, where he met with some of our local residents. The associated anecdote of his journey through Cranbury is included in the book.
Every Wednesday at 11:00 AM Join Ms. Laura for stories, songs, and fun for everyone in the Children's room!
Thursday CRAFTernoon
Thursday, June 1st 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Get your creative juices flowing and drop by the library's Maker Space after school every first Thursday of the month for a new craft! Any supplies left over will be made available for Take-and-Make crafts the following Thursdays of the month.
Second Saturday Storytime: Superheroes!
Saturday, June 10th 11:00 AM
Reading Avengers, Assemble! Fly into the library and join us for a special Superhero Storytime. Come dressed as your favorite superhero (Ms. Laura and Ms. Liz will be!) and be ready to engage in heroic activities and listen to some super stories! Remember, with great Storytime comes great responsibilty... for fun!
Stage a Story: Stone Soup!
Saturday, June 24th 11:00 AM
Have you ever made soup from stones?!? Join Ms. Emily from Stage a Story and act like soldiers and villagers to play out this classic tale about sharing. Recommended for ages 5 to 10. Registration required.
Science and stories collide in this brand new interactive STEM program! Two unlikely heroes must learn to work together to stop a super polluting mastermind! Throughout the story, you’ll help the performer conduct amazing science experiments all about air pressure, the laws of motion, chemical reactions, and much more! This event will be held in meeting rooms 1 &2. Recommended for ages 4-11. Registration required.
Join us every Friday afternoon from June 30th to July 28th at 2:00pm for an all-ages movie at the library! We'll gather in the meeting room, where popcorn and drinks will be provided, along with some sensational cinematic fun!
For Adults
CEO of Yourself: Getting Down to the Business of Your More Rewarding Life
Thursday, June 1st 6:30 PM
CEO of Yourself helps you discover your many marvelous assets and employ them toward the goals that bring you a sense of mastery, and a lot more fun.
Using the model of Chief Executing Officer, this workshop will hep you forge your own character and sculpt yourself into the effective person you want to be. Armed with all those proven elements – Character, Principles, Endurance, and Unbridled Enthusiasm – you’ll roll up your sleeves, blow away the fog of distraction and launch the Enterprise of You on a joyful path. Never has the journey toward self-mastery been laid out more precisely and practically with a humorous wit that will keep you smiling all the way to success.
This workshop will be taught by author Bart Jackson. Jackson's book, CEO of Yourself, has been listed as a #1 Bestseller on Amazon.com
Cape Town - Khayelitsha and Langa Townships - South Africa: Presented by Richard Moody
Wednesday, June 7th 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Local history lecturer, Richard Moody, spent some of his childhood in Simon’s Town, about an hour south of Cape Town on False Bay in South Africa. He returned to Khayelitsha and Langa (later in life with his wife), which are two of the many Townships on the Cape Flats in the Western Cape of South Africa. Enjoy this talk about his time spent teaching, learning about history and engaging with the many cultures of South Africa in the Khayelitsha and Langa Townships
Join us for a variety show of theatrical performances studying the real stories of seniors!
Introduction to Apple Watches
Monday, June 12th 11:00 AM
Did someone gift you an Apple Watch? Are you getting the most out of the Apple Watch? Would you like to actually know how to use it? This Technology Workshop is for you! In this session, we will learn how to pair our Apple Watches to our iPhones, discuss the benefits of the watch in a fitness fashion, and discover new tips and tricks. Apple Watch and an iPhone will be required for this session.
Meets the Second Tuesday of the month in Meeting Room 1. Video at 6:30 and program following. Copies of the Great Decisions Briefing Book available for checkout at the Cranbury Public Library. Potential Discussion Topics Include: Energy Geopolitics, War Crimes, China and the U.S., Economic Warfare, Politics in Latin America, Global Famine, Iran at a Crossroads, and Climate Migration.
Infant CPR by Penn Medicine Princeton Health
Wednesday, June 14th 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The Family & Friends CPR program teaches you how to perform CPR on infants and how to help an infant who is choking. An infant is defined as a child 1 year of age or younger. This course is designed for family members, friends, and members of the general community who want to learn CPR but do not need a course completion card.
The Family & Friends CPR program teaches you how to perform CPR on adults and children and how to help an adult or child who is choking. This course is designed for family members, friends, and members of the general community who want to learn CPR but do not need a course completion card.
Our next book discussion will be in person at the new library! To see what we are reading go to Cranbury Public Library Book Chat on Goodreads. New members always welcome! Register below to receive emails about the books we are discussing. This book discussion will take place in Meeting Room 2.
Caregiver Support Group
Understanding Wills & Trusts
Tuesday, June 20th 10:15 AM
The monthly Caregiver Support Group will have special guest, Adam Rubin, an American Academy of Estate Planning Attorney who will host a presentation on Understanding Wills & Trusts. The Caregiver Support Group is a judgment free safe place to share, to learn and/or to just listen. There are different types of caregivers and ALL are welcomed. It’s a place of love, empathy and respect. It is a place to share the triumphs, the challenges, the disappointments, the accomplishments or simply a place to vent and reset ourselves so we can carry on one day at a time. Kat welcomes you with open arms! Kat Verdi is a Certified Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Trainer. She serves as a sound referral resource for anyone caring for a loved one. Her mission are the “3E’s” - to Educate, Empower and Encourage caregivers.
Learn all about how to use your iPhone or iPad! In this workshop, led by Kat Verdi from The Gardens of Monroe, will showcase the entry level basics of an iPhone. The discussion will be focused around navigating your iPhone, creating contacts, and locating pictures. No experience is necessary but it is recommended to have an Apple iPhone or Apple iPad to attend this workshop.
Giving blood is a simple thing to do, but it can make a difference in the lives of others. American Red Cross will be at the Cranbury Public Library collecting blood donations on Wednesday, June 21 from 1:00pm to 6:00pm. These donations are extremely critical. Just one pint can save up to three lives!
Author Neil King Jr. will discuss his newly published book American Ramble: A Walk of Memory and Renewal. This is a stunning, revelatory memoir about a 330-mile walk from Washington, D.C., to New York City—an unforgettable pilgrimage to the heart of America across some of our oldest common ground.
The author's journey took him through Cranbury Township, where he met with some of our local residents. The associated anecdote of his journey through Cranbury is included in the book.
Cinema Under the Stars: Movie Night at Cranbury Library
Friday, June 23rd 8:00 PM
You are invited to the Premier Film Event of the Summer! Bring the family and join us for Cinema Under the Stars, a special outdoor viewing of a classic blockbuster movie (rated PG) to help kick off Cranbury Public Library’s Summer Enrichment Program, All Together Now. Popcorn and other refreshments will be available. You may bring your own snacks and drinks if you prefer; however, alcoholic beverages are prohibited. You are encouraged to bring your own lawn chairs, mats, and blankets for your viewing comfort.
Please be seated by 8:00pm at our outdoor patio, as the film will begin promptly at 8:15pm. Rain date of July 14th.
Learn all about how to use your iPhone or iPad! In this workshop, we discuss a new feature of the iPhone. In previous sessions, we discussed the camera, security measures, and data storage. Beginner to intermediate experience with an iPhone is suggested. This workshop will be held in Meeting Room 1
It can be argued that social media has seemingly accelerated social change. While countless protests,
riots, marches, and rallies have led to historic political and systemic changes within societies, one might wonder what leads to sustained change within communities, both local and global. In this 1-hour conversation, we will review the article, Small Change: Why the Revolution Will Not be Tweeted by Malcom Gladwell, who challenges the notion that social media tools can lead to real social change. We will discuss the power of social media, as well as the limitations, and highlight our shared predictions on how social change in the US might evolve over time. Facilitated by Dr. Widian Nicola, DSW, LCSW
Meets the 4th Tuesday of the month. New members always welcome! To see what we are reading go to Cranbury Public Library Book chat on Goodreads. This meeting will be located in Meeting Room 2.
The Cranbury Public Library offers, free of charge, notary public services for the benefit of the residents of Cranbury and for Cranbury Public Library cardholders. In lieu of fees, a donation may be made to the Cranbury Public Library Foundation. Persons seeking notary public services who are not Cranbury residents or Cranbury cardholders shall be charged a $2.50 fee per signature.
Please note our Notary isnot an attorney licensed to practice law and may not give legal advice about immigration or any other legal matter or accept fees for legal advice.
Now offering free digital access to the NY Times and WSJ for CPL cardholders!
Links to the NY Times and WSJ can be accessed from our homepage, and from the Digital Services page on our website.
Library Hours and Closings
Monday thru Thursday - 10 AM to 8 PM
Friday - 10 AM to 5 PM
Saturday - 10 AM to 4 PM
Sunday - 12 PM to 4 PM
*Library Closed Friday, June 16th for the Juneteenth federal holiday*