Mah Jongg with Friends @ Louise Childs

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

Do you play Mah Jongg? Would you like to learn? Players of all levels are invited to learn, play or even teach this complicated game. The most experienced players in the room facilitate the game and new faces are always welcome. If you’re an expert, come share what you know and help improve everyone’s level…

Learn the Library Workshop: Peterson’s Test & Career Prep @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

Peterson’s Test and Career Prep has practice tests for: – Catholic High School & Independent School Entrance Exams – SAT, AP, & Subject Exams – CLEP & DSST Exams – GRE – Military and Vocational Exams, such as CNA/HHA, Firefighter, IT & Law Enforcement – U.S. Citizenship & ESL Tests With Peterson’s you can also…

Free

Camouflage Critters – Live Animal Program

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Camouflage Critters – Live Animal Program February 4th, 2:30PM -3:30 PM How do animals hide themselves in the wild? Why would animals need to disguise themselves? Meet and greet some fascinating creatures from Eyes of the Wild and learn how and why they use camouflage.  Fee: Families: $25/family for Members; $35/Family for Non-Members. Registration required…

Monday Fun Day Morning Edition @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

Enjoy a mental challenge and play nicely with your peers! Join our core group of gamesters to play cards and chat. Board games also available. Just bring your competitive nature and sense of fun! The group meets most Mondays at 1:00, but on movie day they start early and maybe even stay for the film.…

Lunch & Lit Book Club @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United States

Pack your thoughts and your lunch and join our daytime Fiction book club. We’ll meet the first Monday of most months to discuss the current selection. The title for February is Hello Stranger by Katherine Center, available in regular and large print, on audio CD, and as a downloadable eBook and eAudio. Click on the…

Free

Delectable Delights @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

The Delectable Delights Cookbook Book Club invites you to join in for a great night of food, friends and fun! This month we are diving into One Big Pot by Shane Hetherington. The book will be available at the Dennis Library circulation desk. Stop in and choose a recipe, we’ll be happy to make a copy. Then…

Knot a Problem @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

Calling all adult crafters: do you crochet, knit, cross-stitch or embroider? Perhaps needlepoint is your forte. Join branch librarian Sara Branagan and share projects you are currently working on or those you’d like to complete in the future. Learn new stitches or share your stitching talents with others! All skill levels are welcome. This group…

Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

Mah Jongg is complex, compelling and fun! Do you know how to play? Would you like to learn? Players of all levels are invited to the Community Room at Main Library to learn, play or even teach this complicated game. The most experienced players in the room facilitate the game and new faces are always…

LC Readers Book Discussion Group

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

The LC Readers meet the first Wednesday of selected months from 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Books discussed focus on thought-provoking, enjoyable, contemporary literature with the occasional discussion of classical and notable nonfiction as well. For February we’ll discuss Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt, available in regular and large print, on audio CD and as…

Free

Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. and Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. This is gentle yoga for adults, led by volunteers. No experience is necessary and no registration required. Participation is on a first-come, first-admitted basis, until the room is full. Wear loose clothing and come prepared to relax and make new…

Sussex County Library Needlers @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

The Needlers are open to anyone with a love of handiwork—knitters, crocheters, embroiderers and counted cross stitchers are all welcome! Share patterns, learn new stitches and make new friends. New members always welcome. No registration required.

Tocks Island: Dammed If You Do @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United States

The homegrown movement that defeated the Delaware river dam In the early 1960’s more than 7,000 families in New Jersey and Pennsylvania were forced to sell their homes or businesses to make way for a dam and reservoir that were never built. Award winning journalist David Pearce* tells the stories of the families displaced by…

Wine Bottle Acrylic Painting @ Franklin

Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United States

Transform old wine bottles into hand-painted works of art! Bring your own empty bottle or use one of ours. Paints provided. This craft is for adults. Registration begins January 25.

Free

Monthly Origami Workshop @ Dorothy Henry

Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United States

Learn the Japanese art of paper folding with Aldo!* Different projects every month. Paper provided. All ages welcome! Register below for event reminders and updates. *Aldo Putignano is a freelance artist, teacher and origami creator whose designs are featured annually on the American Museum of Natural History holiday tree.

Free

New Date: Mediumship with Shira via Zoom

All Virtual Events

Join world renowned psychic intuitive, Shira, and be uplifted and guided with insights and messages from beyond. Testimonials have shown that Shira’s guidance, insight, and inspirational advice can provide clarity for relationships, career and finances. Bring questions you may have for this 2-hour workshop and heal by connecting with your human loved ones who have…

Free

Mah Jongg with Friends @ Louise Childs

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

Do you play Mah Jongg? Would you like to learn? Players of all levels are invited to learn, play or even teach this complicated game. The most experienced players in the room facilitate the game and new faces are always welcome. If you’re an expert, come share what you know and help improve everyone’s level…

Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. and Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. This is gentle yoga for adults, led by volunteers. No experience is necessary and no registration required. Participation is on a first-come, first-admitted basis, until the room is full. Wear loose clothing and come prepared to relax and make new…

Tex-Mex Cooking Demonstration by Lola’s Tex-Mex Restaurant @ Louise Childs & via Zoom

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

Join chefs from Lola’s Tex-Mex Restaurant of Hopatcong and their sister location, Cafe Lombia at Rockaway Town Center Mall, for a  cooking demonstration. Come discover a vast array of Tex-Mex flavors and sample the treats that will be prepared. Registration is required and limited to 25 people in-person. There is also a Zoom option for…

Free

Drawing Workshop with Regina Orr @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United States

Join Regina to learn drawing skills that will turn your doodles into art! Pencils, charcoal and other drawing media all provided. This class is for adults. All levels of artist are welcome. Class size is limited to allow for more personalized instruction. If you register and then can’t make it, please give us a call…

Free

Outdoor Adventures – Great Backyard Bird Count

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Outdoor Adventures – Great Backyard Bird Count Saturday, February 17th, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm The Great Backyard Bird Count is a global event that takes place from Friday, February 16 through Monday, February 19 (https://www.birdcount.org). Each year, volunteers tally the birds they see in backyards, parks, and natural areas. Stop by Van Vleck House…