Mark “Money” Green Book Signing + Discussion
The James Brown African American Room presents: Mark “Money” Green’s The Show Must Go On The Show Must Go On The Show Must Go On... Read More
Crafting the Personal Essay: A Writing Workshop
Please join us for our free monthly creative writing workshop! Crafting the Personal Essay Featuring Amelia Barros Thursday 4/24 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Philip... Read More
Honoring Cudjo Banquante! Film Screening & Genealogy Workshop Events!
Honoring Cudjo Banquante! Film Screening & Genealogy Workshop Events! The James Brown African American Room at the Newark Public Library is proud to be part... Read More
Our Newark Futures: Layqua Nuna Yawar
Thursday, April 10, 2025 6:30 pm Main Library 4th Floor Auditorium A program from the Price Institute at Rutgers-Newark. Co-sponsored by the Newark Public Library.... Read More
Book Release: Newark Public Library by William A. Peniston
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 Newark Public Library 5 Washington Street Centennial Hall Second Floor 6:00 pm Please join the Newark Public Library and author William... Read More
Newark’s Great Migration: Stories from the Krueger-Scott African American Oral History Collection
Tuesday, April 8, 20256:00PMMain Library5 Washington StreetJames Brown African American Room, 2nd floor A Newark History Society program sponsored by the Newark Public Library and... Read More
Pearls of Wisdom: Elders Stories
Portraits of Resistance, Resiliency and Respect On April 9th, join NJPAC for a special celebration recognizing our Elders of the Pearls of Wisdom: Elders’ Stories “Portraits of... Read More
Grind & Grow: Monthly Co-Working and Skill-Building Meetup for Entrepreneurs
Hold yourself accountable to work on your business or side hustle the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Newark Public Library! Bring your laptop... Read More
Tech Time for Seniors
Calling all older adults! Are you 50 or older, and do you have questions about technology or want to learn more? Join assistive technology navigator... Read More









