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
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.
Free Legal Self-Help Clinic, part of a series
Don’t have an attorney but need a little advice? Come to the Evergreen Library for a free legal self-help clinic.
Create Space Tours, part of a series
Make your ideas reality at Belmar's The Create Space. Drop in for a tour, watch equipment demos and learn more about Creative Technology.
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.
Free Legal Self-Help Clinic, part of a series
Don’t have an attorney but need a little advice? Come to the Evergreen Library for a free legal self-help clinic.
Create Space Tours, part of a series
Make your ideas reality at Belmar's The Create Space. Drop in for a tour, watch equipment demos and learn more about Creative Technology.
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.
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
Tell Me a (True) Story
If you're in the mood for a true story, dive into this collection of page-turning nonfiction!
Indigenous Voices, Modern Words
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, discover ancient traditions and the voices that continue to weave the great tapestry of America.
Tell Me a (True) Story
If you're in the mood for a true story, dive into this collection of page-turning nonfiction!
Indigenous Voices, Modern Words
In honor of Native American Heritage Month, discover ancient traditions and the voices that continue to weave the great tapestry of America.
What We're Reading: October 2026
Wonder what JCPL staff members are reading? Here are just a few titles from our completed shelves!
What We're Reading: September 2026
Wonder what JCPL staff members are reading? Here are just a few of the titles on our completed shelf.
What We're Reading: October 2026
Wonder what JCPL staff members are reading? Here are just a few titles from our completed shelves!
What We're Reading: September 2026
Wonder what JCPL staff members are reading? Here are just a few of the titles on our completed shelf.
Memory and Memoir: Perspectives on Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's affects more than 7,000,000 people in the U.S. alone. These titles provide personal insight into this common form of dementia.
Baseball!
Reads to get your baseball fix!
Memory and Memoir: Perspectives on Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's affects more than 7,000,000 people in the U.S. alone. These titles provide personal insight into this common form of dementia.
Baseball!
Reads to get your baseball fix!
Delicious Cookbooks
Have you ever hoped they would invent scratch and sniff cookbooks because the pictures looked so good? These titles have us wishing, too!
Chili, Chowder and Curry — Oh My!
Try an old favorite or explore a new culture and cuisine. Either way, your nose and stomach will be happy you did!
Delicious Cookbooks
Have you ever hoped they would invent scratch and sniff cookbooks because the pictures looked so good? These titles have us wishing, too!
Chili, Chowder and Curry — Oh My!
Try an old favorite or explore a new culture and cuisine. Either way, your nose and stomach will be happy you did!
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.
Resources for Older Adults
Resources and services to support the health and well-being of adults aged 60 years and older.
Free and Self-Help Legal Assistance
Free legal clinics and services, self-help desks, mediation and other resources for a wide variety of legal issues.
Resources for Older Adults
Resources and services to support the health and well-being of adults aged 60 years and older.
Free and Self-Help Legal Assistance
Free legal clinics and services, self-help desks, mediation and other resources for a wide variety of legal issues.
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