Storytimes near West Orange Public Library

West Orange - Community Room 1

A storytime for caregivers & children ages 2-5 year old.

Literacy Room, West Orange Public Library

West Orange - Community Room 1

Learn to play chess! Representatives from West Orange Chess Club will share tips and strategies on how to play better and enjoy chess more. All ages and skill levels welcome.

West Orange - Community Room 2, West Orange Public Library

Join us for our first World Movie Night this summer! Watching and reading your way around the world as part of our World Championship Challenge? Consider this a worthy Group E pick -- come to our screening, and let us know how it stacks up in your tournament bracket. SENTIMENTAL VALUE (2025) directed by Joachim Trier (Norway) R, 2h 13min An intimate exploration of family, memories, and the reconciliatory power of art. **2025 Academy Award Winner for Best International Feature Film** Nominated for 9 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, Best Editing, and the performances of all 4 leads--Renate Reinsve, Stellan Skarsgård, Inga Ibsdotter Illeas, and Elle Fanning.

West Orange - Community Room 2

Join us for a showing of Bad Guys II. Light refreshments will be served. The movie is rated PG.

A relaxed, drama-free space for teens to hang out and discuss books you actually want to read. Books will be available at the youth desk.

West Orange - Community Room 2

Continue to join us for our weekend family playdates with Ms. Jolie. A class filled with learning, movement and music, stories, and lots of bubble popping fun! No registration required. For ages 1-5 years old.

West Orange - Community Room 1, West Orange Public Library

with Smriti Sangal, Culture Chauraha Immerse yourself in a sensory art experience where brewed tea becomes your paint and history becomes your inspiration. In this aromatic workshop, participants will create sepia-toned artworks using tea washes, exploring warm gradients, soft textures, and the natural stain of tea. Surrounded by the calming scent of brewed tea, you'll experiment with brush techniques to build depth, contrast, and detail. Using references inspired by the Boston Tea Party among other general motifs, you'll design expressive pieces featuring ships, slogans, and freedom-themed imagery--or create your own playful, modern interpretations. This workshop blends creativity with storytelling, offering a relaxing hands-on experience suited for all skill levels. Participants leave with a beautiful tea-painted artwork and a newfound appreciation for this unique medium. This workshop is designed for adults. All materials provided. Registration is required.

West Orange - Literacy Room

Drop in ESL Class with Instructor Jason Graves

West Orange - Community Room 1

With Carlos Pavan An Argentine composer and guitarist based in Brooklyn, he combines elements of current jazz and classical music with traditional Argentine tango and folklore. His famed concert presentations typically revolve around his original Suite Ficciones, which is a suite in the classical manner that was directly inspired by short stories written by Jorge Luis Borges, a renowned author from Argentina. Artist Information He received instruction from maestros Jorge Morel, Dave Smey (Brooklyn Conservatory), and Pablo Ziegler (pianist for A. Piazzolla). Carlos has produced four recordings featuring his compositions, which encompass a string quartet, chamber ensemble, and trio concertante. This event will be held in the community room 1

West Orange - Program Room

Free K-3rd Math Program Utilizes self-paced, structured curriculum Designed to overcome math anxiety and build self-confidence Taught by trained high school students. Please register for the West Orange Class at https://oneinmath.com/register-student/ This program meets weekly June 21st - August 9th but will NOT meet July 5.

West Orange - Program Room

Build your skills, have fun, and gain reading confidence! Children read together with a teen volunteer. All ages.

West Orange - Computer Lab

Do you enjoy creative coding with Scratch ? Join us in the computer lab to talk and create with other Scratch enthusiasts. Ages 8 - 12.

West Orange - Computer Lab

Learn a new language with Rosetta Stone! This award-winning language learning software is available for free with your library card. Find a program specifically tailored to your learning style and strengthen your language skills for travel, work, or fun.

West Orange - Community Room 1

Kickoff our Monday Family Nights with Jester Jim. This is NOT your ordinary juggling show! Jester Jim will leave kids and adults talking about his wild antics for weeks.

West Orange - Community Room 2

A storytime for caregivers & babies ages 0-2 years old

West Orange - Program Room

A variety of board games and puzzles will be available to use for children in grades K-5 in the youth services programming room. No Registration Required

West Orange - Community Room 1

With Annette DeCicco A 90-minute multimedia event presenting famous personalities in history and the arts who were/are outstanding communicators, some as storytellers and others who inspired through brevity, metaphor, analogy, and anaphora. Much of the content was based on Carmine Gallo's two published novels, The Storyteller's Secret and Five Stars: The Communication Secrets to Get from Good to Excellent. I also broadcast a TED Talk titled Ten Ingredients for a Meaningful Conversation. The session introduction is intended to engage the group's attention right away by telling them about the stories that we all have, how to dive deep, and how to communicate personally when appropriate. From there, the many types of stories—origin stories (Howard Schultz/Starbucks), overcoming overwhelming odds stories (JK Rowling/Harry Potter), and rags to riches (Alexander Hamilton and Lin-Manuel). Annette DeCicco is an educator with an MA in Education from Seton Hall University and holds an NJ real estate broker’s license. Her early career was as an instructor at Essex County College. She segued into real estate as managing broker of several local real estate offices, a role she held for 25 years. She has shared her knowledge at Fairleigh Dickinson U. and Rutgers U. through their programs of lifelong learning.

Literacy Room

Join this informal get-together for anyone who wants to learn English, improve their English or just listen to others enjoying English conversation Everyone is welcome, regardless of their location, educational experience, or background. The conversation leader will help everyone practice speaking in English through group social interaction Easy-to-read books in English will be introduced to improve vocabulary and comprehension Come for a friendly, lively atmosphere and get to know others who want to gain comfort with English conversation. This program will be held in the Literacy Room.

Literacy Room

Drop in ESL Class with Instructor Jason Graves

West Orange - Computer Lab

Welcome to Tech Talk. We offer the following: 2-hour NorthStar Digital Literacy class Assistance with your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device 20-minute private sessions with tech instructors Please call the Reference Desk to make your appointment: (973) 736-0196 This class meets in the Community Room while the lower level is repaired. Unfortunately, computer access is limited.

West Orange - Community Room 2

Join Ms. Shay and make some fun dinosaur inspired food including a fruit dino & a dino bone snack. For children 3 . No registration required. While supplies last.

West Orange - Community Room 1

See real reptiles and make a living terrarium! This special program is for teens entering 6th - 12th Grade- unearth your passion for reptiles with Zoophoria NJ!

West Orange - Community Room 1

A storytime for caregivers & children ages 2-5 year old.

Literacy Room, West Orange Public Library

West Orange - Program Room

Learn to play chess! Representatives from West Orange Chess Club will share tips and strategies on how to play better and enjoy chess more. All ages and skill levels welcome.

West Orange - Community Room 1, West Orange Public Library

Looking for a place to play or people to play with? Drop by for some fun & friendly competition. A selection of board and card games will be available & feel free to bring your own as well.

West Orange - Program Room

Create a polymer clay keychain, pendant, earrings, necklace or bracelet! Please register for a spot. Grades 6 - 12

West Orange - Literacy Room

Drop in ESL Class with Instructor Jason Graves

West Orange - Community Room 2

Join Wendy from Artytime to create a glow in the dark painting of ladybugs and flowers! For children 6-16 years old.