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All About Comic Books (Virtual)

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Renowned comic book guru/filmmaker Scott "Diablo" Marcano will share the history of the genre (including graphic novels and manga), how comic books are made, and how to get started as an artist or writer in the industry! For kids, teens, and lovers of comics of all ages. Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZrUi2ozFR3-sAQ6Xcntawg After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.  

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After School Crafting

Children's Room 120 Academy Street, Trenton, NJ, United States

Ages 4 and up! Tuesdays, 4:00pm-5:00pm. From jewelry making, to paper mache our creative crafts are a lot of fun!

DIY Seed Bombs – Young Adult

Young Adult Lounge

Celebrate Earth Day by creating a DIY seed bomb that is able to be planted anywhere!

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Game Night – Young Adult

Young Adult Lounge

Join us every Thursday night in the Young Adult Lounge for gaming on the Xbox, PS4, or board games! Games begin at 5:30!

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GED & Pre-GED Prep

The Trenton Free Public Library offers FREE GED and Pre-GED Prep classes every Friday from 11am - 1pm starting April 1, 2022. Appointment required. Please call 609-392-7188 ext 34 for more information or to make an appointment.

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Math SAT & ACT Tutoring

Children's Room 120 Academy Street, Trenton, NJ, United States

Math SAT & ACT Tutoring! Saturdays 11:00am-1:00pm Grades 6th-10th. Registration is required. Limited spots available. To register, call (609) 392-7188 ex. 32

Play: Cement Hands by Thornton Wilder

Trenton Free Public Library 120 Academy Street, Trenton, NJ

Always Love Lucy Theatre is proud to present Cement Hands by Thornton Wilder (Directed by Saima HuQ, MPH) Cement Hands represents “Avarice” in Wilder’s projected cycle on The Seven Deadly Sins. "Diana Colvin, 21, rich and “the finest girl in the world,” is engaged to marry Roger Osterman, 27, very rich and “the finest young fellow in the world.” With the help of a mystified waiter, Diana’s uncle (her lawyer and guardian) sets up a play within a play to make sure Diana knows what she is getting into: marriage to a supreme tightwad who can give away millions to charity, but can’t leave a tip. The action–full of high-jinks as well as a serious message–takes place in a fancy New York City hotel." - Wilder: The Official Website of the Wilder Family www.thorntonwilder.com Thornton Wilder began writing Cement Hands in 1958 and stopped in 1960. It was not performed publicly until April 1997. Cast: Evan Joslyn as Roger Osterman, Roni Banerjee as Edward Blake, Radha Singh as Paul, the waiter, and Jennifer Kim as Diana Colvin

Trenton Book Fair

Trenton Free Public Library 120 Academy Street, Trenton, NJ

The Friends of the Trenton Free Public Library will host Trenton Book Fair on Sunday, April 24, from 1 pm - 4 pm. This is a Trenton/Local Authors' event to showcase local talent. Authors are tabling and selling their books. Visitors will be able to engage with the authors. There will be 20+ Trenton authors, and authors who have written about Trenton who will participate in the book fair. Click HERE to see the list of the participating local authors. Also, join us for a special session at 2 pm with a guest speaker, Kassahun Checole Kassahun Checole founded Africa World Press/Red Sea Press in 1983 and is still the President and Publisher. He previously taught at Rutgers and El Colegio de Mexico. He has won numerous awards. In business since 1983, the mission of the press is to provide high-quality literature on the history, culture, and politics of Africa and the African Diaspora. The press is based in Trenton and has published over 3,000 books, and currently publishes 40-60 books per year. The Friends of the Trenton Free Public Library thank the following vendors for sponsoring refreshments for the event. Royal Cake Creations: 9 Willow St, Trenton NJ Italian Peoples Bakery: 63 Butler St, Trenton NJ Starbucks (Trenton): 102 Warren St, Trenton NJ Halo Farm: 970 Spruce St, Trenton NJ

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Adult Book Club

Trenton Free Public Library 120 Academy Street, Trenton, NJ

We will meet on every fourth Monday at 6 pm in the reading room. Selections range from beloved classics to modern favorites. Please call (609) 392-7188 ext. 34 to register.  

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After School Crafting

Children's Room 120 Academy Street, Trenton, NJ, United States

Ages 4 and up! Tuesdays, 4:00pm-5:00pm. From jewelry making, to paper mache our creative crafts are a lot of fun!

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Tablet with Free WIFI

Trenton Free Public Library 120 Academy Street, Trenton, NJ

The Friends of Trenton Free Public Library is collaborating with Building Better Communities and Elements of the Community, Inc. to provide the Trenton community with access to the Emergency Broadband Benefit, a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program. The temporary benefit will help lower the cost of broadband service for eligible households during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. On Wednesday, from 2:15 pm – 4:30 pm, staff from the two community partners will be at the library to help patrons apply for the tablets with Free WIFI. Eligible patrons or households will receive the tablet onsite. A one-time $20 activation fee will be required. Valid State ID required; Must also bring one of the following documents: SNAP FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM MEDICAID (NOT MEDICARE) SSI (NOT SSD) VA PENSION BENEFIT FEDERAL PUBLIC HOUSING (FPHA) FREE & REDUCED LUNCH PROGRAM SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAM FEDERAL PELL GRANT SECTION 401 LOSS OF INCOME OR LAYOFF SINCE FEBRUARY 29, 2020 Questions about the event, CALL 609-922-1722 Click here to register For more information about the Affordable Connectivity Program, please visit www.fcc.gov/acp

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Resume Help

Trenton Free Public Library 120 Academy Street, Trenton, NJ

Looking for help with writing or updating your resume? You can make an appointment with a librarian and get help. Every Thursday 1 pm - 2 pm. Appointment required. Call (609) 392-7188  ext. 34 to make an appointment. Please bring a copy of your resume for review.  

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