Highland Park Public Library

Highland Park Public Library Welcome to the Highland Park Public Library, in Highland Park, NJ!

Join the Adult Services department for Do Readers Dream of Electric Book Group, a new book group focusing on science fic...
05/31/2026

Join the Adult Services department for Do Readers Dream of Electric Book Group, a new book group focusing on science fiction & fantasy!

On Monday, June 1, at 7:30 p.m., we will discuss Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?, by Philip K. Dick.

You are welcome to participate even if you have not finished the book, but be prepared for spoilers.

Teen paper making with was incredible on Teen Tuesday!!! Don’t forget to come pick up your dried paper if you haven’t a...
05/14/2026

Teen paper making with was incredible on Teen Tuesday!!! Don’t forget to come pick up your dried paper if you haven’t already!

This Thursday evening, May 14: Don’t miss your chance to try these delicious vegan cheeses at Non-Dairy’s Not Scary: Alt...
05/12/2026

This Thursday evening, May 14: Don’t miss your chance to try these delicious vegan cheeses at Non-Dairy’s Not Scary: Alternative Cheese Tasting and Presentation!

Our very own Teen Services Librarian Mx. Melaina will guide you through the world of alternative cheeses. You’ll learn about how to use non-dairy cheeses in different kinds of recipes, and you’ll taste several examples of alternative cheeses!

Adults and teens ages 13+ can register at hpplnj.org/events or by calling 732-572-2750.

Please note: By attending, you are agreeing to take responsibility for eating any samples presented with respect to allergies.

The Past Time Book Group had a great discussion of Denis Johnson’s beautiful novella Train Dreams. (You may have seen th...
05/07/2026

The Past Time Book Group had a great discussion of Denis Johnson’s beautiful novella Train Dreams. (You may have seen the film, or - like us - cried at the music video!)

The Past Time Book Group meets on a Thursday morning to discuss historical fiction! Join us in July for Ring Shout, by P. Djèlí Clark.

Tonight’s Saving & Investing for Younger Adults presentation has been CANCELLED. We apologize for the inconvenience. Sti...
04/23/2026

Tonight’s Saving & Investing for Younger Adults presentation has been CANCELLED. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Still want to learn about saving, investing, or budgeting? Come check out our Financial Literacy Month display. We’ve got lots of up-to-date personal finance books aimed at all age groups!

Join the Adult Services department for the Past Time Book Group, a new book group focusing on historical fiction! On May...
04/21/2026

Join the Adult Services department for the Past Time Book Group, a new book group focusing on historical fiction! On May 7, we will discuss the novel Train Dreams, by Denis Johnson.

This novella is the story of early twentieth-century day laborer Robert Grainer, who endures the harrowing loss of his family while struggling for survival in the American West against a backdrop of radical historical changes. Netflix adapted it as a film in 2025.

April is National Poetry Month! Join us on Monday evening, April 20, at 7 p.m. for a poetry writing workshop. Adults and...
04/17/2026

April is National Poetry Month! Join us on Monday evening, April 20, at 7 p.m. for a poetry writing workshop. Adults and teens welcome!

Please register at hpplnj.org/events !

Please note that the Thursday morning session has been cancelled.

Curious about how to invest safely? On Tuesday, April 21, at 7 p.m., the Seton Hall University FINRA Investor Advocacy P...
04/16/2026

Curious about how to invest safely? On Tuesday, April 21, at 7 p.m., the Seton Hall University FINRA Investor Advocacy Program will give a presentation at the library on Safe & Smart Investing: An Intro for Everyday People.

You'll learn about:
💵Budgeting
💵Fraud warning signs
💵The right questions to ask when investing
💵Benefits & risks of investing
💵What to do if something doesn't feel right

This program is presented by James "Bryan" Cavallaro, B.A., and current law student at Seton Hall University School of Law. It is offered through the Seton Hall University Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Investor Advocacy Program (IAP), which provides general information on legal limitations and investor rights. This presentation does not constitute legal or financial advice.

Seton Hall Law’s IAP is nationally recognized for its leadership in investor education. Its initiatives promote informed financial decision-making and raise awareness of investment risks, including those associated with social media, scams, and professional misconduct.

Part of the NJ State Library's Money Smart for Life initiative.

Join the Adult Services department for Do Readers Dream of Electric Book Group, a new book group focusing on science fic...
04/15/2026

Join the Adult Services department for Do Readers Dream of Electric Book Group, a new book group focusing on science fiction & fantasy!

For our first meeting on Monday, May 4, at 7:30 p.m., we will discuss the novel The Dispossessed, by Ursula K. LeGuin.

A science fiction classic for the ages, The Dispossessed is the spellbinding story of anarchist Shevek, the “galactically famous scientist,” who single-handedly attempts to reunite two planets cut off from each other by centuries of distrust.

You are welcome to participate even if you have not finished the book, but be prepared for spoilers.

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31 North Fifth Avenue
Highland Park, NJ
08904

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

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+17325722750

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