Scarecrows in the Gardens 2023

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

Our annual free community exhibition and contest is back!  Create a pumpkin with your family, club, group, business or organization. The scarecrows will be exhibited in Van Vleck Gardens and are free to visit daily. New this year, “Pumpkin Friends” will be welcome to enjoy the Gardens with the scarecrow entries. Vote for your favorite…

Tiny Gallery at Van Vleck Visitors Center

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

We’re thrilled to announce the popular Tiny Gallery Montclair is expanding with a second location to our Visitor Center! Join us, starting October 19th, as we celebrate the beauty of the little things in life through the creativity of local and guest artists. Each month, we will be introducing you to amazing individuals who find…

Monday Fun Days – Game On! @ 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 every Monday the library is open, and new players are always welcome. This is a drop-in game time…

I Saw It On Pinterest – Let’s Make It! @ Dennis

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

Make a fall pumpkin to add to your decor! All supplies provided. No crafting experience necessary. For ages 17+. Registration begins October 9. Please note, the community room is up a flight of stairs, no elevator.

Free

How to Research the History of Your House @ Louise Childs

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

Have you ever wondered how old your house is? Who lived in it before you? How much has changed since it was originally built? Then this is the perfect program for you. Join Local History Librarian, Tara Schaberg, to learn about library resources and community records that can help you piece together the story of…

Free

Keeping It Reel Movie Matinee @ Dennis

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

Join us for a screening of the 1999 Tim Burton adaptation of Sleepy Hollow, starring Johnny Depp, Christina Ricci, Miranda Richardson, Casper Van Dien, and Michael Gambon. Light snacks and drinks provided, but feel free to bring your own lunch. Registration begins October 10. Sleepy Hollow is rated R and has a running time of…

Free

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…

Canvas Painting with The Painted Grape @ Franklin

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

Join the master painters from The Painted Grape to create a stacked pumpkins scene on canvas. Paints, brushes, and canvas will be supplied, just bring your creativity and let your inspiration flow! This is a free program for adults. Space is limited. If you register and then can’t make it, please call the Franklin Branch…

Free

Coloring Therapy for Adults @ Main Library

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

Coloring is a healthy way to relieve stress. It calms the brain and helps your body relax. Drop in and relax at our Coloring Therapy Program. Stay for five minutes or an hour or two, no registration is required. No artistic ability needed. All supplies provided.

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.

Medicare Changes for 2024 and Beyond via Zoom

All Virtual Events

For those who cannot attend in person, James Farnham, MS, MBA, offers Medicare informational sessions on Zoom. Medicare strives to improve access to affordable treatments to keep you healthy. Join Jim and check out what’s new to help you manage your health, including saving money on your prescription drugs, and more times to sign up.…

Paranormal Investigations Part II @ Dennis

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

Author, podcaster, and paranormal investigator, Eleanor Wagner, is back for another fascinating discussion about the paranormal investigations in which she has participated. What kind of evidence did she find? Come to the presentation to learn more. Click here to request Eleanor’s books from our catalog. This program will be held in the community room, which…

Free

Cover-to-Cover Book Club @ Sussex-Wantage

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

The Cover-to-Cover Book Club meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, in person, at the Sussex-Wantage branch. The title for October is A Grand Old Time by July Leigh. Come be part of the discussion. No registration required. For more information email Pat Daly at [email protected]

Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, 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 Sussex-Wantage 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.…

College Funding Workshop @ Louise Childs

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

Tonight’s workshop is designed to help families with children of any age figure out how to pay for college without jeopardizing retirement. Learn how to develop a comprehensive college plan with proven strategies and financial alternatives to meet your family’s unique goals and cost requirements. Presented by Jodi Bloom MBA, Cornerstone College Solutions Founder and…

Free

Scarecrows in the Gardens 2023

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

Our annual free community exhibition and contest is back!  Create a pumpkin with your family, club, group, business or organization. The scarecrows will be exhibited in Van Vleck Gardens and are free to visit daily. New this year, “Pumpkin Friends” will be welcome to enjoy the Gardens with the scarecrow entries. Vote for your favorite…

Be Lead Smart! @ Main Library

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

The program is designed to teach pregnant mothers, and parents with young children the importance in understanding the dangers of lead and how to stay safe. Any parent staying for Toddler Storytime after this presentation may bring their child. We will have some toys out to keep them entertained while you listen to the presentation,…

Free

New Time! 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…

Halloween Boo Bash

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Join us for an afternoon of Halloween Fun! Come out to Randall’s Island Park for Halloween-themed crafts, interactive spooky storytelling, a dance class, crafts, treats, music, and more. Costumes are welcome! Location: The White Garden (next to Field 74) For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected]. Share…

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