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…
New Jersey Makers Day is a statewide event held at over 250 libraries, museums and schools celebrating the inventor, maker, artist and scientist in us all. The Sussex-Wantage branch is participating in this special event on Wednesday, March 13th. We invite all youth to join us between the hours of 4-6 PM and let your…
Children ages 5-10 are invited to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to wonderful, certified therapy dogs. Each child will have 10-15 minutes of one-on-one reading time. Harley and Hugo are great listeners, and never interrupt. Children who read aloud gain self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. Register for a…
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…
At a new time on Thursdays and Saturdays! Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on select days for 45 minutes of play and fun! For little ones ages 0 — 3 and any caregivers and family members. Toys will be out for tots to play with while adults get a chance to chat. …
Join Miss Gezi, retired Spanish teacher, and Miss Derenda at the Louise Childs library for a English Spanish Bilingual Storytime! Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs in English and Spanish, a great way to expose little ones to another language! The program will take place on the following Thursdays from 2:00-2:45pm. While the program is geared…
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.
Did you know that celery, scallions, and a whole assortment of herbs can be regrown from kitchen scraps? Stop in and view our display on how to regrow these veggies and so many more. The first 12 people to view the display will also be able to paint a glass jar and take it home…
Join in on Makers Day fun at the Main Library! NJ Makers Day celebrates maker cultures across New Jersey. Hands-on crafts and activities, as well as make and take crafts, will be available all day. Friday, March 15th St. Patrick’s Day Agamographs (kids) all day in the children’s area – in this optical illusion, color…
Celebrate Makers Day by decorating your own plant marker! Using crayons and markers, decorate the flower shaped plant marker any way you’d like. You can even use thin markers to write the name of a plant you’ll be growing in the spring and then put it in your planter or garden. For ages 3 and…
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…
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.…
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…
Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.
Team 248 Fatal Error of Pope John High School is bringing their FIRST Tech Challenge competition robot to the library for Makers Day! The team will give robot demonstrations, teachi early engineering skills to children and answer questions about their experience and how everyone can be involved in robotics through FIRST. This is a drop-in…
Celebrate Makers Day at Franklin Library. There will be take-and-make crafts, and S.T.E.M. activities revolving around our solar system. Bring a favorite picture or print and we’ll help you make it into a magnet! All ages welcome to participate while supplies last. No registration required. New Jersey Makers Day is a statewide event held at…
Using pre-loved cookbooks, pick out some recipes and decorate the pages of your very own cookbook. All supplies will be provided. Stop by and create something new from something old. For ages 6 and up. Stop in anytime between 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (or while supplies last!). The first 30 Makers Day participants will also take…
Come to the Louise Childs Library on Saturday, March 16th for a fun Maker’s Day craft! Children will have the choice between making their own STEAM kaleidoscope or car. First come first come, while supplies last. Program Date: Sat. March 16th Program Start & End Time: 11:00-11:45am
Create your own mini garden using a 5-gallon bucket, soil and sprouted potato pieces. You don’t need a lot of land to grow your own potatoes. Learn how to tend your “garden” and you’ll have a harvest in no time! This Makers Day activity is for ages 10 and above, accompanied by a parent or guardian.…
