Adults
Whether you're 22 or 92, we have the programs and services to help you navigate life's stages. From trying something new to developing passions, there's always a chance to learn and play at any age.
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Events for Adults
From book clubs to computer classes, knitting to ukelele jam sessions, there's no end to the kinds of events, in-person and virtual, you can find at JCPL!
Featured Events
Virtual/Call-In: Active Minds Mondays, part of a series
Foster continuous learning and connections, and keep your minds engaged every Monday!
Chair Yoga, part of a series
Get fit while you sit! Explore chair-adapted poses to boost mobility with Chair Yoga led by fitness enthusiast Christine Eldridge.
Hard Times Writing Workshop, part of a series
Telling our stories can often help process our experiences and find new paths. This workshop offers a supportive space to do just that.
Virtual/Call-In: Active Minds Mondays, part of a series
Foster continuous learning and connections, and keep your minds engaged every Monday!
Chair Yoga, part of a series
Get fit while you sit! Explore chair-adapted poses to boost mobility with Chair Yoga led by fitness enthusiast Christine Eldridge.
Hard Times Writing Workshop, part of a series
Telling our stories can often help process our experiences and find new paths. This workshop offers a supportive space to do just that.
Business Resources
Online library resources, in-person services and additional trusted sources curated by JCPL librarians, this guide will help you take the next step towards building your business empire.
Online Resources for Business & Finance
Regional Business News
Full-text articles from U.S. regional business journals, newspapers, newswires, radio and TV news transcripts, trade publications and more.
Keep Your Job Searching Skills Fresh with JobNow
Online job search help, with live help from 2 to 11 p.m. Job search resources, career assessments, interview coaching and resume help.
Regional Business News
Full-text articles from U.S. regional business journals, newspapers, newswires, radio and TV news transcripts, trade publications and more.
Keep Your Job Searching Skills Fresh with JobNow
Online job search help, with live help from 2 to 11 p.m. Job search resources, career assessments, interview coaching and resume help.
Staff Picks & New at the Library
Cooking Slow or Fast
Slow cookers and multi-function pots transform meal options, especially on chilly days and busy evenings.
Handmade for the Holidays
Nothing says love like a homemade gift! Explore this collection of crafting and gift-making titles to inspire your gift-giving this year.
Cooking Slow or Fast
Slow cookers and multi-function pots transform meal options, especially on chilly days and busy evenings.
Handmade for the Holidays
Nothing says love like a homemade gift! Explore this collection of crafting and gift-making titles to inspire your gift-giving this year.
What We're Reading: October 2025
Ghosts, witches, psychological thrillers, serial killers — pick your poison! Here's what JCPL librarians are reading this Halloween season!
What We're Reading: September 2025
Lots of heady and very readable nonfiction this month, with a few fiction gems for our most intrepid readers. Pick one and enjoy!
What We're Reading: October 2025
Ghosts, witches, psychological thrillers, serial killers — pick your poison! Here's what JCPL librarians are reading this Halloween season!
What We're Reading: September 2025
Lots of heady and very readable nonfiction this month, with a few fiction gems for our most intrepid readers. Pick one and enjoy!
Immigrant Experiences
Explore the experiences of immigrants as they relocate to a new country, and learn how to navigate their new lives.
Memory and Memoir: Perspectives on Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's affects more than six million people in the U.S. alone. These titles provide personal insight into this common form of dementia.
Immigrant Experiences
Explore the experiences of immigrants as they relocate to a new country, and learn how to navigate their new lives.
Memory and Memoir: Perspectives on Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's affects more than six million people in the U.S. alone. These titles provide personal insight into this common form of dementia.
Cooking Slow or Fast
Slow cookers and multi-function pots transform meal options, especially on chilly days and busy evenings.
Holiday Entertaining for Everyone
Find inspiration and plenty of great recipes with this list of holiday entertaining resources from JCPL!
Cooking Slow or Fast
Slow cookers and multi-function pots transform meal options, especially on chilly days and busy evenings.
Holiday Entertaining for Everyone
Find inspiration and plenty of great recipes with this list of holiday entertaining resources from JCPL!
New at JCPL
Community Resources
Everyone could use a hand. Find resources to help you navigate issues in your community. We're here for you no matter where life may take you.
In Your Community
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
This week-long observation is an annual program designed to draw attention to the challenges of hunger and homelessness.
Housing, Rental and Home Repair Assistance
Resources for housing needs.
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
This week-long observation is an annual program designed to draw attention to the challenges of hunger and homelessness.
Housing, Rental and Home Repair Assistance
Resources for housing needs.
MyJCPL Mobile App
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