This beginner-friendly series by Kage Kickback introduces aspiring cosplayers to foundational costume customization techniques. Learn costume creation, character design, and hands-on crafting skills. By the end of the course, you’ll feel empowered to elevate a costume you already own with new techniques.
Get beautiful henna designs applied by artists Priya and Ruchika in this intimate workshop with limited spots.
Love to sew, knit, crochet, craft, mend or quilt? Bring your project and join fellow makers to share ideas and techniques in a supportive community setting.
Through guided exercises, prompts, and free exploration time, you’ll build dynamic sketchbook pages and let ideas evolve organically. Sketchbook and materials included (bring additional materials to share if you’d like).
Learn the basics of sewing and mending in this hands-on craft experience. This creative workshop, presented in partnership with Black Girls Sew, teaches practical skills to refresh your wardrobe and explore new ways to express yourself through fabric and thread. All materials provided.
This beginner-friendly workshop teaches you to create colorful, textured pieces using yarn. All supplies included.
Craft a character, misdirect an audience, and discover the power of vulnerability in this workshop. Build creativity, community, and confidence through compounding exercises that develop your improvisational skills. Interested in level one? Email webmaster@jclibrary.org !
Discover flamenco in this dynamic and engaging dance class where you’ll learn the essential techniques of this passionate and vibrant dance form. Focus on fundamental exercises to help you master footwork, body posture, and hand and arm movements. No prior experience needed.
Discover the art of salsa every Wednesday in this fun and welcoming class. Learn essential technique, partner work, basic shines (solo footwork), and the musical foundations that shape the many styles of salsa.
Learn chess strategy and fundamentals while connecting with fellow players in this class for all skill levels.
This workshop guides participants through theatre games, structured improvisations, and relaxation exercises. Activities inspire exploration of characters, circumstances, and environments, designed to nurture imagination, confidence, and individuality within a positive, creative atmosphere.
Learn guitar basics, music theory, and techniques in a supportive group setting.
Dungeon Books presents a fantasy-themed tabletop role-playing game (TTRG) event featuring beginner-friendly games including D&D, indie RPGs, and solo/duo adventures. Learn all about this fun and engaging hobby through hands-on play.
Start building conversational Spanish skills in a supportive group environment.
Explore the stories behind tarot and learn how to design your own card in this reflective and creative workshop led by artist Orange Li.
This workshop welcomes writers of all experience levels. Emphasis is placed on enjoying writing while encouraging voice and identity in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Participants write responses to prompts and share with the group to receive supportive feedback.
Step into the shadows… if you dare. The Jersey City Public Library transforms into a world of mystery and intrigue on Halloween night! Enjoy signature cocktails, wine, and beverages while dancing the night away with music, magic, and mystery. Dress in your most hauntingly elegant attire for an evening where history, imagination, and the supernatural intertwine.
Celebrate spooky season with the cult classic Little Shop of Horrors. Long embraced as a queer favorite, we’ll watch Seymour, Audrey, and the ever-hungry Audrey II take the stage and dive into the film’s queer themes of desire, identity, and survival, all wrapped in B-movie horror and Broadway glam.
Limited to 65 attendees with prop bags provided for everyone – think noisemakers, rubber gloves, newspapers for the “rain” from water guns. After registering, come to Five Corners to receive your goodie bag and sign physical activity waivers (dance scenes included).
A fun, festive evening of painting! Includes one medium pumpkin with paints, brushes, and aprons provided. Sip on pumpkin-spiced refreshments while enjoying holiday music.
All events require advance registration through the Jersey City Free Public Library system. Events fill up quickly, so don’t wait!
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