Join us at any of the Sussex County libraries for 6 more weeks of preschool storytime. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Registration is required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children ages 3-5 years old. Themes: Week of January 1: Mittens/Winter Clothing Week of January 8: Nighttime…
On January 31st at 5pm, come to the Dennis branch and make your very own wish bracelet to keep or give to a friend. When you tie the bracelet on, make a wish! Eventually the thread wears out, and when this happens, your wish is then “released” and is said to to come true. By…
Using seed beads, learn how to make a bracelet with a message written in morse code! January 31st at 6pm, come to the Dennis branch to learn the art of morse code beading. All materials will be provided. Please note: attendance for this event is limited; kindly call the library if you cannot make it.…
This program is designed for children ages birth to 5 who are registered in our 1000 Book Before Kindergarten Reading Program. Children who have completed the 1000 books will receive their certificates, others who are working towards that goal will enjoy our special guest, Brian Richards who will provide a preschool magic show. This party…
Join us at any of the Sussex County libraries for 6 more weeks of toddler storytime. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Registration is required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children ages 18 months – 3 years old. Themes: Week of January 1: Mittens/Winter Clothing Week of…
Join us at any of the Sussex County libraries for 6 more weeks of preschool storytime. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Registration is required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children ages 3-5 years old. Themes: Week of January 1: Mittens/Winter Clothing Week of January 8: Nighttime…
Builders ages 7 and up are invited to let their imaginations run wild as they work alone, or with other builders, to build with the library’s extensive LEGO collection. All materials must stay at the library, so bring a camera to capture your creations. LEGOs are provided so please don’t bring your own unless you…
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…
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…
Children, tweens and teens are invited to read aloud to our wonderful therapy dogs. Depending on the day, you’ll either find Kalvin, a wonderful German Shepherd; Granger, the most gentle of shepherds; or Richard, a loveable black Lab. Reading aloud increases self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. These dogs are gentle…
Sometimes the younger kids want the chance to become LEGO Master Builders too! Ages 4 to 8 with a passion for building with normal sized (not Duplo) LEGOs can come to the Dennis branch to make all sorts of creations. They are invited to let their imaginations run wild as they work alone, or with…
On February 7th, spend some time at the Dennis branch and sew a heart shaped bookmark just in time for Valentine’s Day! All materials are provided, registration is required. Please note: attendance for this event is limited; kindly call the library if you cannot make it. Our phone number is 973-383-4810. If registration is filled,…
Come to the Dennis Branch Library for a kid’s movie and a snack of juice and Munchkins (or bring your own snacks if you wish)! On Friday, January 19th, watch Lightning McQueen as he learns that winning isn’t the most important part of life. Cars has a runtime of 116 minutes and a G rating.…
As soon as the Munchkin Matinee ends, Munchkin Valentines begins! At noon on February 9th, bring the little ones to make some very cute, one of a kind valentines. Please note: attendance for this event is limited; kindly call the library if you cannot make it. Our phone number is 973-383-4810. If registration is filled,…
On January 13th and February 10th at 10:30am, learn how to make a bird feeder at the Dennis branch using foods we eat too! All materials are provided. Peanut butter can be messy, so please dress accordingly. Registration is required. **There will be peanut butter used during this activity so please do not sign up…
What do dice have to do with making art? Find out on January 27th at 10am! Each roll will give you instructions on what to draw, and before you know it, you’ve created your own one-of-a-kind snowman. All supplies will be provided. Please note: attendance for this event is limited; kindly call the library if…
Our buildings may be closed, but you can still place holds, download eBooks and eAudio, instantly access movies, music and TV, visit our digital newsstand, and more. Go to eLibrary under the Access Your Library tab to get started.
Join us at any of the Sussex County libraries for 6 more weeks of toddler storytime. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Registration is required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children ages 18 months – 3 years old. Week of Feb 19 Socks (no program for Dennis…
This storytime is developed specially for children ages 3 – 5 and their parent/caregiver. Enjoy 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, socialization, and a craft with other young children and their parent/caregiver. Each session of preschool storytime consists of a variety of activities that incorporate reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing. Registration is required for…
Children, tweens and teens are invited to read aloud to our wonderful therapy dogs. Depending on the day, you’ll either find Kalvin, a wonderful German Shepherd; Granger, the most gentle of shepherds; or Richard, a loveable black Lab. Reading aloud increases self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. These dogs are gentle…
