South Plainfield Public Library

08/31/2026

Art of Chinese Calligraphy Painting, for adults. 12:30 PM Tuesday, September 15. A hands-on class in Chinese Calligraphy & traditional Chinese painting with calligraphy brush. This program requires a $10 refundable deposit that will be returned to you when you attend. Register at: https://southplainfield.librarycalendar.com/event/art-chinese-calligraphy-painting-29871

08/31/2026

We have had many requests from people who are interested in playing Mah Jongg at the library, so here is your chance to weigh in! Please take a short survey and let us know what days and times work best for you!

https://tinyurl.com/SPPLMJP

(Please note that these sessions are intended for people who already know how to play! If you are interested in learning how to play, please consider joining the WAITLIST for our "Learn to Play" classes - if there is enough interest we will open up a third class!)
https://tinyurl.com/SPPLMJ3

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08/31/2026

Interested in Anime? We'd like to hear from you! Please go to
https://forms.gle/VXo1rpSJo1gGurqe9
to access a short survey that will help us plan for an upcoming Anime/cosplay fest!

08/31/2026

REMINDER: The library will be CLOSED Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7 for the Labor Day holiday. https://southplainfield.librarycalendar.com/event/labor-day-23783
==> Info about Labor Day: https://southplainfieldlibrary.wordpress.com/labor-day/

08/31/2026

Sowing Tomorrow: Help us start a community seed library! Wednesday, September 16 at 6:00 PM; for adults. Local garden expert Jennifer Francisco from Full of Grace Garden will teach us how to harvest and sav seeds from this year's plants so they can be shared with the community! Register at: https://southplainfield.librarycalendar.com/event/seed-saving-workshop-30083

08/31/2026

Report Hidden Fees and Deceptive Pricing to the State of NJ: New Jersey residents can now report "junk fees" — hidden, unnecessary, or misleading charges that inflate advertised prices — through a State complaint portal. Common examples include mandatory fees excluded from advertised prices, costs buried in fine print, fees misrepresented as optional when they're required, and excessive charges that provide no real benefit. Learn more or file a complaint at: https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/junk-fees/

08/30/2026

How to talk to your teens about credit and identity theft:

Getting ready for college or back-to-school is a good time to talk with your teens about financial wellness. To help guide the conversation, the FTC has free tools on managing money, building credit, and protecting against identity theft. Creating good habits takes time, but here are some ideas to g...

08/30/2026

Two Don't Miss Concerts Coming up at the South Plainfield Public Library in September:

The South Plainfield Public Library is hosting free concerts in September by Carlos Prevan and Marc Berger.

08/30/2026

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! No matter what your tastes are, your library card hits all the right notes! With a South Plainfield library card, you can check out books & DVDs, or access research databases, ebooks & streaming media such as audiobooks, music, & movies. Visit the library to enjoy a wide range of programs for kids through adults, including storytimes, concerts, craft programs, book clubs, and more, or sign up for an online class to learn something new! Get one-on-one help with basic computer skills & tasks, or consult one of our social workers about applying for programs & benefits, addressing mental health or substance abuse concerns, or other social issues. Find your focus in a quiet study room or vibe out in a cozy nook. No matter what rhythm you find yourself in, there's a seat in the front row at the library for you. This September, "B sharp," and sign up for a library card! FInd out how at https://southplainfield.lib.nj.us/get-a-library-card/

08/29/2026

Here's your adult newsletter for September!
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