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Movie Afternoon the last Tuesday each month at 2:00 pm.Tuesday Afternoon Movies
On the last Tuesday of every month at 2:00 pm
In the Children’s Room at the Butler Library

Are you looking for something to do on a Tuesday afternoon?  If so, join us once a month for a Tuesday matinee movie at 2:00 pm shown on our 70′ Flat Screen TV at the Butler Public Library. All movies are appropriate for adult viewing. Please call the Butler Library at: 973-838-3262.

    • October 28 – Hocus Pocus (1993) Rated PG  Run time: 1hr 35 m
    • November 25 – Bridget Jones: Mad about a Boy (2025)  Rated R   Run time 2hr 4m
    • December 23 – The Holiday (2006)  Rated PG-13  Run time 2hr 12m

 

The Butler Public Library Is Offering ESL Classes  When:  Mondays beginning January 6, 2025 Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm No registration necessary
The Butler Public Library Is Offering ESL Classes 
When:  Mondays weekly: Beginning October 20, 2025
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
No registration necessary
The classes are designed for beginning and intermediate level speakers.

 

 

Trivia

Adult Online Trivia Contest – October 2025

Each month we will post a new trivia question. Fill in the form to be entered into a Raffle for a chance to win a Dunkin’ Donuts gift card at the end of each month.
And remember, no Googling!
Which Italian town is the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet?

Click this link if you think you know the answer.

 

Chair Yoga Classes Sponsored by and paid by:  Atlantic Health System  Chilton Medical Center In-Person at the Butler Public Library   Mondays:  8/4, 8/11, No class 8/18, 8/25, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6 Class Times:  10:30 am or 12:00 pm  Register for either class. Presented by Taylor Walek, Yoga Instructor Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is beneficial to all.  In these classes, Taylor will lead you through mindful centering and breathing practices and yoga poses with the aid of a chair.  There will be no charge for this session of Chair Yoga as the Butler Library was awarded a grant to cover the cost of the classes this time around from Atlantic Health System, Chilton Medical Center. This class is limited to 16 participants. Please call the library to secure your spot at 973-838-3262 or stop by our Circulation Desk to sign up.Chair Yoga Classes
Sponsored by and paid by:  Atlantic Health System  Chilton Medical Center
In-Person at the Butler Public Library  
Monday: NO CHAIR YOGA 10/6/25
Rescheduled for:  10/20   Day changed due to milling of parking lot.  Final class for this session.
Class Times:  10:30 – 11:30am or 12:00 – 1:00pm 
Presented by Taylor Walek, Yoga Instructor
Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is beneficial to all.  In these classes, Taylor will lead you through mindful centering and breathing practices and yoga poses with the aid of a chair.  There will be no charge for this session of Chair Yoga as the Butler Library was awarded a grant to cover the cost of the classes this time around from Atlantic Health System, Chilton Medical Center. This class is limited to 16 participants. Please call the library to secure your spot at 973-838-3262 or stop by our Circulation Desk to sign up.

 

Crocheting classes start in September. See the calendar and website for more information.
Fall Afternoon or Evening Crocheting Classes with Janice
For Beginners (or with some experience)
Choose:  3:00 pm – 4:30 pm on Tuesdays or 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm on Wednesdays
The 1st and 3rd Tuesday or Wednesday of Every Month

 

From Tuesday, September 16, 2025 through Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Tuesdays at 3:00 pm Class Dates:  Sept. 16, Oct. 7, Wednesday, Oct. 22, Nov. 4,  Nov. 18,  Dec. 2,  Dec. 16

From Wednesday, September 17, 2025 through Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Wednesdays at 6:00 pm Class Dates: Sept. 17,  Oct. 8, Oct. 22, Nov. 5, Nov. 19, Dec. 3, Dec. 17
Presented by Janice Polizzi, Volunteer

Join us at the Butler Library to make an afghan blanket! To make the baby’s blanket, please bring 20 oz of worsted weight yarn and a size J crochet hook. 

To make the granny square afghan, please bring 3 different colors of worsted weight yarn and a size H crochet hook.   Color A and B should be 16 oz each and color C should be 12 oz. (Colors should coordinate: example red, white, and blue).  This will make an afghan 44″ by 62″.  You can cut the quantity in half to make a smaller blanket, if you prefer.

This program is free of charge.  Registration in advance is required by calling 973-838-3262, or stop by our Circulation Desk to sign up.

 

Plastyic Suncatcher Program July 2025Adult Craft: Paint a Suncatcher
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for this craft and paint a plastic suncatcher that looks like stained glass at Butler Library.  All craft supplies will be provided for this program.  This free program is limited to 16 adults.  Registration is required, please call the Butler Library at 973-838-3262, to sign up.

 

 

 

Autumn Apple and Pear Salad Nutrition Class  Thursday, October 30, 2025 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm At Butler Public Library Join Lauren, Registered Dietitian from ShopRite of West Milford, who will be at the Butler Public Library, for a nutritious Autumn Apple and Pear Salad Nutrition Class.  This class is free of charge. Registration in advance is required by calling the Butler Library at 973-838-3262, or stop by our Circulation Desk to sign up.  Butler Public Autumn Apple and Pear Salad Nutrition Class
Thursday, October 30, 2025
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
At Butler Public Library
Join Lauren, Registered Dietitian from ShopRite of West Milford, who will be at the Butler Public Library, for a nutritious Autumn Apple and Pear Salad Nutrition Class.  This class is free of charge. Registration in advance is required by calling the Butler Library at 973-838-3262, or stop by our Circulation Desk to sign up.  Butler Public Library is located at 1 Ace Road, Butler, NJ 07405, by phone at 973-838-3262 or online at www.butlerlibrary.org.

 

Program I:    Medicare Annual Enrollment Presentation:  State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)
When:  Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Where:  Butler Library:  Reference Room
Time:  6:00pm – 7:00pm
Presented by: Thai Nguyen: Senior Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) Counselor
Register by calling the Butler Library at: 973-838-3262 or stop by our circulation desk to sign up.  Limited to 20 spaces.
Our Services:
-Medicare Health Insurance Plan
-Medicare Advantage Plan
-Prescription Drug Plan– NJ SAVE 

 

 

Program 2:   All About Medicare Workshop
In-Person At Butler Public Library
Tuesday, November 4, 2025
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Presented by Karen R. Kuiphoff, Registered Representative
Solomon Financial Group
Join us to learn how to navigate the maze and gain an understanding of different options and designs that can be put into place for you or your loved one.  Please call: 551-347-1096 or email: karenkuiphoff@solomonbenefits.com for a personal meeting, at any time, if needed, or you may call the Butler Library at: 973-838-3262 to sign up for this In-Person Workshop.  Butler Public Library is located at: 1 Ace Road, Butler, NJ 07405, by phone at: 973-838-3262 or online at: www.butlerlibrary.org.

 

 

Adult Craft: Diamond Dots Bookmarks Wednesday, November 12, 2025 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm  Join us for this craft and make a diamond dots bookmark at Butler Library. All craft supplies will be provided for this program. This free program is limited to 15 adults. Registration is required, please call the Butler Library at 973-838-3262, to sign up.Adult Craft: Diamond Dots Bookmarks
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for this craft and make a diamond dots bookmark at Butler Library. All craft supplies will be provided for this program. This free program is limited to 15 adults. Registration is required, please call the Butler Library at 973-838-3262, to sign up.

 

Adult Craft: Paint A Ceramic Winter Gnome  Wednesday, December 10, 2025 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm  Join us for this craft and paint a ceramic winter gnome at Butler Library. All craft supplies will be provided for this program. This free program is limited to 15 adults. Registration is required, please call the Butler Library at 973-838-3262, to sign up.Adult Craft: Paint A Ceramic Winter Gnome
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for this craft and paint a ceramic winter gnome at Butler Library. All craft supplies will be provided for this program. This free program is limited to 15 adults. Registration is required, please call the Butler Library at 973-838-3262, to sign up.