Friends of the KPL Jewelry Sale Fundraiser

The Friends of the Kearny NJ Free Public Library, Inc. is looking for donations of jewelry to have a sale. The Jewelry Sale Fundraiser will be held at the Main Library from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6th 2026. This is just in time for Mother’s Day on May 10th. Gi......More

The Friends of the Kearny NJ Free Public Library, Inc. is looking for donations of jewelry to have a sale. The Jewelry Sale Fundraiser will be held at the Main Library from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6th 2026. This is just in time for Mother’s Day on May 10th. Gift wrap will be available at no charge. We are currently accepting all types of jewelry and watches in new, vintage or gently worn condition, women’s, men’s and children’s jewelry items. Donations may be dropped to the Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave. The sale will include a wide selection of jewelry with prices ranging from $1 and up to $20 for more elaborate and valuable items. All proceeds from the sale will go to the purchase of new hardcover books and educational materials for our Kearny libraries. The Friends of the Kearny NJ Free Public Library, Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization. For questions, please call the Main Library at 201-998-2666.  

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

KPL Book Club w/ Ms. Mackin (ages 8 & up)

Join our beloved returning instructor, Kara Mackin, as she brings back her popular book clubs.  There will be two clubs for different age groups.  Each week will include reading and some book activities!  All are invited, but space is limited to 20 kids.  If interested,......More

Join our beloved returning instructor, Kara Mackin, as she brings back her popular book clubs.  There will be two clubs for different age groups.  Each week will include reading and some book activities!  All are invited, but space is limited to 20 kids.  If interested, please call or email us at [email protected]

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Children's Chess Workshop (ages 9 & up)

Children ages 9 and up are invited to join instructors from Chess Boxx as they return for a Winter beginner’s Chess Workshop. Sessions will be held every Wednesday at 5:30 PM starting Feruary 11. Space is limited. If interested, please call the library or email us at ke......More

Children ages 9 and up are invited to join instructors from Chess Boxx as they return for a Winter beginner’s Chess Workshop. Sessions will be held every Wednesday at 5:30 PM starting Feruary 11. Space is limited. If interested, please call the library or email us at [email protected] and reserve your spot.

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Petrykivka Painting Workshop with Julia Pushkina (ages 8 & up)

Teens and children ages 8 and up are invited to join us for this unique workshop.  Local artist Julia Pushkina will return to the library to offer more lessons in Petrykivka Painting!  Petrykivka painting, or simply “Petrykivka”, is a traditional Ukrainian decorative pa......More

Teens and children ages 8 and up are invited to join us for this unique workshop.  Local artist Julia Pushkina will return to the library to offer more lessons in Petrykivka Painting!  Petrykivka painting, or simply “Petrykivka”, is a traditional Ukrainian decorative painting style, originating from the village of Petrykivka in Dnipropetrovsk oblast of Ukraine, where it was traditionally used to decorate house walls and everyday household items.

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Shrek 25th Anniversary Film Festival - Shrek 2 (PG / 93 min.)

Join us all May long as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Shrek movies! All movies will be shown on the lower level of the Main Library. Light refreshments will be served.

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Preschool Story Time with Adult Participation (ages 0-4)

*Limited to Kearny residents only* We invite all our local families to join us for a preschool story time session with plenty of songs, stories and play!

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

NJ Snake Man Animal Program (ages 5 and up)

Join us for a visit from the NJ Snake Man, as animal handlers will show attendees several live snakes! All children five and up are invited, but space is limited. If interested, please plan on arriving early….

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Adult Yoga Workshop (teens & adults)

Join us in the Spring for more free yoga classes with returning instructor, Fernando, in one of our lower level spaces at the Main Library.  We had record attendance at our Winter series and we’re hoping to carry our success into the end of the year!  All levels are wel......More

Join us in the Spring for more free yoga classes with returning instructor, Fernando, in one of our lower level spaces at the Main Library.  We had record attendance at our Winter series and we’re hoping to carry our success into the end of the year!  All levels are welcome.  Please bring your own mat if possible…

NJ

Explorer's Playgroup with Miss Bee (ages 0-4 with adult participation)

Please join us as we welcome Miss Bee for a Wiggle & Giggle playgroup! Every class begins with our Hello song. Our 45-minute mixed age classes are crafted with fun in mind. The first 30 minutes of each class students engage in story time, music, and movement with tradit......More

Please join us as we welcome Miss Bee for a Wiggle & Giggle playgroup! Every class begins with our Hello song. Our 45-minute mixed age classes are crafted with fun in mind. The first 30 minutes of each class students engage in story time, music, and movement with traditional and original children’s songs. We use puppets, scarves, streamers, parachutes, bubbles, shakers, and other instruments during classes. The last 15 minutes of class is dedicated to play through exploration and socialization. Children will play with each other, toys, and explore independently while their grownup steps back and observes.

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

SAT English Sections Prep Class (high school students)

We will be adding another 4 comprehensive sessions will cover topics in the SAT English Sections test, including ELA, Vocabulary, Analysis, Context and Grammar.  If you are an interested high school student, please call the library or email [email protected] to ......More

We will be adding another 4 comprehensive sessions will cover topics in the SAT English Sections test, including ELA, Vocabulary, Analysis, Context and Grammar.  If you are an interested high school student, please call the library or email [email protected] to inquire further…

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Optical Illusion Spinner Workshop with Angel Thompson (ages 5 & up)

Angel Thompson will be back at the KPL in May for a unique Optical Illusion Workshop.  Attendees will decorate cardboard discs with cool designs and create optical illusions by spinning them.  Angel has already done an awesome job for us with junk journals and puppet pl......More

Angel Thompson will be back at the KPL in May for a unique Optical Illusion Workshop.  Attendees will decorate cardboard discs with cool designs and create optical illusions by spinning them.  Angel has already done an awesome job for us with junk journals and puppet playsets, and we are looking forward to this one, as well.  Space is limited.  Call the library or email us at [email protected] to reserve your spot…    

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Drop-In Gaming + Roblox (all ages)

All kids are invited to play some games at the Kearny Library.  We will have laptops available for Roblox, along with our collection of board games.

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Zine Workshop (ages 9 & up)

Join local middle school teacher Mrs. Avila as she returns for a Summer series of her popular zine workshop.  The class will meet every Tuesday for 6 weeks. All kids ages 9 and up are invited, but space is limited. If interested please contact the library to reserve you......More

Join local middle school teacher Mrs. Avila as she returns for a Summer series of her popular zine workshop.  The class will meet every Tuesday for 6 weeks. All kids ages 9 and up are invited, but space is limited. If interested please contact the library to reserve your spot, or email us at [email protected] Come express yourself and share your ideas by creating your very own ZINE! A zine is a self-published, handmade book about anything you like. Themes can be specific or not, which means the topics range from anything you are interested in or curious about. We will explore possible topics such as art, music, movies, games, sports, nature, and self-help tips.

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

KPL Book Club w/ Ms. Mackin (ages 5-7)

Join our beloved returning instructor, Kara Mackin, as she brings back her popular book clubs.  There will be two clubs for different age groups.  Each week will include reading and some book activities!  All are invited, but space is limited to 20 kids.  If interested,......More

Join our beloved returning instructor, Kara Mackin, as she brings back her popular book clubs.  There will be two clubs for different age groups.  Each week will include reading and some book activities!  All are invited, but space is limited to 20 kids.  If interested, please call or email us at [email protected]

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Mother's Day Tote Bag Workshop (1st grade & up)

Create a unique tote bag for a Mother’s Day gift!  All children in 1st grade and up are invited, but space is limited.  If interested in attending, please call the library or email us at [email protected]  

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

KPL Book Club w/ Ms. Mackin (ages 8 & up)

Join our beloved returning instructor, Kara Mackin, as she brings back her popular book clubs.  There will be two clubs for different age groups.  Each week will include reading and some book activities!  All are invited, but space is limited to 20 kids.  If interested,......More

Join our beloved returning instructor, Kara Mackin, as she brings back her popular book clubs.  There will be two clubs for different age groups.  Each week will include reading and some book activities!  All are invited, but space is limited to 20 kids.  If interested, please call or email us at [email protected]

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Children's Chess Workshop (ages 9 & up)

Children ages 9 and up are invited to join instructors from Chess Boxx as they return for a Winter beginner’s Chess Workshop. Sessions will be held every Wednesday at 5:30 PM starting Feruary 11. Space is limited. If interested, please call the library or email us at ke......More

Children ages 9 and up are invited to join instructors from Chess Boxx as they return for a Winter beginner’s Chess Workshop. Sessions will be held every Wednesday at 5:30 PM starting Feruary 11. Space is limited. If interested, please call the library or email us at [email protected] and reserve your spot.

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Petrykivka Painting Workshop with Julia Pushkina (ages 8 & up)

Teens and children ages 8 and up are invited to join us for this unique workshop.  Local artist Julia Pushkina will return to the library to offer more lessons in Petrykivka Painting!  Petrykivka painting, or simply “Petrykivka”, is a traditional Ukrainian decorative pa......More

Teens and children ages 8 and up are invited to join us for this unique workshop.  Local artist Julia Pushkina will return to the library to offer more lessons in Petrykivka Painting!  Petrykivka painting, or simply “Petrykivka”, is a traditional Ukrainian decorative painting style, originating from the village of Petrykivka in Dnipropetrovsk oblast of Ukraine, where it was traditionally used to decorate house walls and everyday household items.

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Shrek 25th Anniversary Film Festival - Shrek the Third (PG / 93 min.)

Join us all May long as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Shrek movies! All movies will be shown on the lower level of the Main Library. Light refreshments will be served.

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States

Preschool Story Time with Adult Participation (ages 0-4)

*Limited to Kearny residents only* We invite all our local families to join us for a preschool story time session with plenty of songs, stories and play!

Kearny Main Library, 318 Kearny Ave., Kearny, NJ, 07032, United States