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
Spice of the Month, part of a series
Do you love to cook and want to try new flavors and recipes? It’s time to get spicy and join the Spice of the Month Club!
Living Room Conversations, part of a series
Living Room Conversations brings people together to bridge the divides in politics, age, gender, race, nationality and more.
Speed of Light: Science Fiction Story Group, part of a series
Oct 6th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jump into a bite-sized reading group made for busy sci-fi fans and explore a golden age short story by one of the genre's masters!
Spice of the Month, part of a series
Do you love to cook and want to try new flavors and recipes? It’s time to get spicy and join the Spice of the Month Club!
Living Room Conversations, part of a series
Living Room Conversations brings people together to bridge the divides in politics, age, gender, race, nationality and more.
Speed of Light: Science Fiction Story Group, part of a series
Oct 6th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Jump into a bite-sized reading group made for busy sci-fi fans and explore a golden age short story by one of the genre's masters!
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
News You Can Use with NewsBank!
Explore specific events or compare viewpoints on topics like politics, business, sports and culture.
Invest in Yourself with Value Line
With trusted research and recommendations on stocks, mutual funds, options and more, start or grow your investment portfolio from home.
News You Can Use with NewsBank!
Explore specific events or compare viewpoints on topics like politics, business, sports and culture.
Invest in Yourself with Value Line
With trusted research and recommendations on stocks, mutual funds, options and more, start or grow your investment portfolio from home.
Staff Picks & New at the Library
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!
Latino Film Fest
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with your own Latin-themed film fest! From Mexico to Chile, there are many wonderful movies to discover!
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!
Latino Film Fest
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with your own Latin-themed film fest! From Mexico to Chile, there are many wonderful movies to discover!
What We're Reading: August 2025
As summer draws to a close, our intrepid readers are reading a diverse and eclectic variety of books. Take a look and find a new favorite!
What We're Reading: June/July 2025
From a Pulitzer Prize winner to historical fiction, biography and a short story collection, here's what JCPL staff members are reading.
What We're Reading: August 2025
As summer draws to a close, our intrepid readers are reading a diverse and eclectic variety of books. Take a look and find a new favorite!
What We're Reading: June/July 2025
From a Pulitzer Prize winner to historical fiction, biography and a short story collection, here's what JCPL staff members are reading.
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.
Perspectives: AAPI Lives in Nonfiction
A collection of titles honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander month that explore the complexities of cultural otherness and identity.
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.
Perspectives: AAPI Lives in Nonfiction
A collection of titles honoring Asian American and Pacific Islander month that explore the complexities of cultural otherness and identity.
Healthy Eating
Tired of leftovers and want something on the healthy side? Try one of these cookbooks to get you back on track!
A Feast for Fandoms
Inspired by this year's FanExpo Convention? Then get your geek on as you get your feast on!
Healthy Eating
Tired of leftovers and want something on the healthy side? Try one of these cookbooks to get you back on track!
A Feast for Fandoms
Inspired by this year's FanExpo Convention? Then get your geek on as you get your feast on!
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
Housing, Rental and Home Repair Assistance
Resources for housing needs.
Resources for New Arrivals
Find legal representation, classes and other resources to assist with immigration.
Housing, Rental and Home Repair Assistance
Resources for housing needs.
Resources for New Arrivals
Find legal representation, classes and other resources to assist with immigration.
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