The Library Sessions: House Music with DJ Duce and Special Guests
The Library Sessions with Duce Martinez, Martin Gee, Dennis Gregory, and Wil Milton Get ready to dance the night away with great music and energy.... Read More
College Readiness Prep
Sign Up This in‑person, free 4‑week College Readiness Series will run from June 3 to December 19, 2026, with 90‑minute sessions rotating to each Newark... Read More
Newark History Society: The Many Faces of Newark
Revelations from 15 years of the Newark Archives Project Tuesday, June 2, 2026 6:00 PM Main Library Third Floor Please RSVP for in-person by email:... Read More
Newark Vocational High School Student Exhibition
Opening Reception Thursday, May 28, 2026 6:00 PM Main Library James Brown African American Room Please join us for the opening of this exciting new... Read More
Oh Freedom!–New Exhibit on View in James Brown African American Room
Oh Freedom! African Americans on the battlefront and in the aftermath of the American Revolution in New Jersey An exhibit on loan from the New... Read More
2026 Black History Celebration- What’s So Funny?!: Black Comedy in America from Vaudeville to Right Now
The James Brown African American Room at the Newark Public Library presents our 2026 Black History Celebration! What’s So Funny?!: Black Comedy in America from... Read More
2026 Black History Celebration- The One and Only Dick Gregory Film Screening
The One and Only Dick Gregory Film Screening and Discussion The One and Only Dick Gregory Film Screening and Discussion Saturday, February 14th, 2026 |... Read More
2026 Black History Celebration Opening Event- A Conversation with Rain Pryor
A conversation with Rain Pryor A Conversation with Rain Pryor Saturday, February 7th, 2026 | 2 PM We are excited to welcome the great Rain... Read More
Exhibit Opening: Student Art Contest–AIA Newark & Suburban Architects
Join us for the opening of a student art exhibit sponsored by AIA Newark & Suburban Architects. Art displayed is by students in the 6th... Read More
Turning Pages, Transforming Lives: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Exhibit
The women of North Jersey Alumnae Chapter, in collabrationm with The Newark Public Library, presents a herstory exhibit highlighting the chapter’s leadership and service across... Read More