Banned Together Screening & Discuss
Saturday, Oct. 3, 1 p.m.
A screening and discussion program. Details were still to be announced at the time of this listing.
Curbside Craft for Kids!
Saturdays in October, all day, while supplies last
Curbside crafts are small take-home kits available at the circulation desk during library hours. A new craft is released each Saturday for the upcoming week.
Rahway History Room
Monday, Oct. 5, 4 p.m.
Rahway resident Al Shipley will be on hand to discuss the city's history. The Rahway History Room, on the library's second floor, holds a special collection of books, ledgers, images, maps and files documenting local history.
Crochet Club
Mondays in October, 6 p.m., Discovery Studio
Bring hooks and yarn to work on a project or learn a new technique. Free for adults and teens 13 and older. No registration required; beginner classes are also available online.
Line Dancing
Saturday, Oct. 10, 1 p.m., Auditorium
Alonzo from AbunDance leads a line-dancing session. Space is limited; separate registration is required for each session.
Library Closed
Monday, Oct. 12, all day
The library will be closed in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day/Columbus Day.
Setting Your Intentions
Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2 p.m., Auditorium
A special presentation for Union County residents on estate planning, probating wills, filing administration without a will, the Surrogate's duties, guardianship and power of attorney, followed by a question-and-answer session. For more information, call 732-340-1551 ext. 212.
Our Voices Book Group Discussion
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 6 p.m.
An adult book discussion group meets to talk about the group's current selection. All adults are welcome to join the conversation or simply listen.
AI Made Simple
Saturday, Oct. 17, 1 p.m.
A beginner-friendly workshop on how AI is changing everyday life, work, creativity and technology, with basics, live demonstrations, useful tools and safety tips. No experience needed; registration is required.
Saturday Afternoon Music
Saturday, Oct. 17, 3 p.m., Auditorium
Featured artist Pork Roll Stompers performs cool jazz sounds. Free and open to the public.
Night @ the Library Scavenger Hunt
Saturday, Oct. 24, all day
A scavenger-hunt fundraiser presented by the Friends of the Rahway Public Library.
October Teen Activity!: Pretzel Mummies
Monday, Oct. 26, 6 p.m., Discovery Studio
Teens ages 13-17 can make pretzel-rod mummies with white melting chocolate and sugar eyes, to eat on the spot or take home.
Early Closing
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 4 p.m.
The library will close early at 4 p.m. and reopen Wednesday during regular hours, 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Library Board Meeting
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 7 p.m.
The Library Board of Trustees will meet at the library. The meeting is open to the public.
Weird New Jersey
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 6 p.m.
A program exploring New Jersey's odder side. Further details were still to be announced at the time of this listing.
MJ Mania
Saturday, Oct. 31, noon
A program for library patrons. Further details were still to be announced at the time of this listing.