Week of Events
Monday Fun Days – Game On! @ Main Library
Monday Fun Days – Game On! @ Main Library
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…
Delectable Delights @ Dennis Cookbook Club
Delectable Delights @ Dennis Cookbook Club
Join us for fabulous food, fun and laughter while we explore the recipes that make New Jersey great. Our cookbooks for August are: Dishing Up New Jersey by John Holl (click here to download the eBook from hoopla) The New Jersey Food Truck Cookbook by Patrick Lombardi & Vincent Parisi (click here to download the…
STEM Storytime @ Sussex-Wantage
STEM Storytime @ Sussex-Wantage
Join us for a fun and educational storytime about Nature. Donna Provost, a volunteer at the National Wildlife Refuge will share a story and talk about the animals and plants around us. We will take a walk outside talking about nature. We will collect leaves, twigs and other items off the ground. In the program…
Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Main Library
Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Main Library
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…
Dennis Library Needlework Group
Dennis Library Needlework Group
Calling all adult crafters: do you Crochet, knit, cross-stitch or embroider? Perhaps needlepoint is your forte. A brand new group focusing on the art of needlework crafts is forming. 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…
Read to a Dog @ Dennis
Read to a Dog @ Dennis
Granger in his favorite holiday sweater and surrounded by his favorite books Children ages 4-13 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 Shepherd; or Richard, a loveable black Lab. Each participant gets 10 minutes of…
Stitching Tales @ Dorothy Henry
Stitching Tales @ Dorothy Henry
Stitching Tales knitting and crochet club welcomes practitioners of all ages and abilities, including those looking to learn. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month. No registration required. New participants always welcome.
Every Which Way Book Club @ Main Library OR via Zoom OR on Facebook
Every Which Way Book Club @ Main Library OR via Zoom OR on Facebook
If you enjoy book discussions but have limited availability to meet – this may be the book club for you! Join Every Which Way in the way that suits you best – in person, on Zoom, or through our Facebook group. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month, at 6:30 p.m. To request…
Tiny Tots Playtime @ Main Library
Tiny Tots Playtime @ Main Library
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. This is a drop-in program. Registration is not required. Program Date and Time: Wednesdays in June through August Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 Wednesday, June 14th, 2023…
Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library
Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library
The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11:00 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 friends. Please note…
Sussex County Library Needlers @ Main Library
Sussex County Library Needlers @ Main Library
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.
How to Research the History of Your House @ Dennis
How to Research the History of Your House @ Dennis
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…
We All Scream for Ice Cream! @ Sussex-Wantage
We All Scream for Ice Cream! @ Sussex-Wantage
Join us for a fun afternoon of ice-cream themed activities! Children will listen to stories about ice cream. Then, they will participate in making their own ice cream using plastic baggies! Delicious toppings will be provided as well to enjoy this tasty treat! Program Date and Time: 08/09/2023 Program Start & End Time: Start time:…
Music and Movement! @ Sussex-Wantage
Music and Movement! @ Sussex-Wantage
Join us for a fun morning of music! Children will enjoy a variety of music activities and movement with instruments, finger plays, and silly songs! These activities develop motor skills, listening skills, and language skills while having fun interaction with others! Program Date and Time: 08/10/23 08/31/23 Program Start & End Time: 10:00-10:45
Breastfeeding & Lactation Support @ Dorothy Henry
Breastfeeding & Lactation Support @ Dorothy Henry
International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Jacqulyn Potter, will be here to offer simple latching assistance, and answer all your breastfeeding questions. You can also get a weight check for baby, or a weighted feed (baby is weighed pre and post-feeding to determine how much breast milk they are getting). Pumping parents are welcome, too!…
Project Self-Sufficiency One-on-One Parenting Support @ Dennis Library
Project Self-Sufficiency One-on-One Parenting Support @ Dennis Library
If you have questions about parenting Project Self-Sufficiency (PSS) is here to help. Sign up below for an individual counseling session where you can ask questions and learn more about what PSS can do for you. When registering for your preferred timeslot, note that the confirmation email you receive will confirm your appointment is from…
Read to a Dog @ Franklin
Read to a Dog @ Franklin
Need an ear to listen to you? Children ages 5 and up are invited to read aloud to Bronson, our visiting black lab therapy dog. Each child will have 10 minutes to read to Bronson, and maybe give him a pat or two. Be sure to arrive on time for your slot with a book…
Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Sussex-Wantage
Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Sussex-Wantage
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.…
The Dragon Society: D&D for Teens at Franklin
The Dragon Society: D&D for Teens at Franklin
Join us as we explore the fairytale world of Prismeer and deal with the usurpers who have imprisoned the fairy queen! This is a continuation of our Wild Beyond the Witchlight game of Dungeons & Dragons. This group is currently full. For players, please continue to register each week so I know who to expect.…
Coloring Therapy @ Main Library
Coloring Therapy @ Main Library
Coloring is a healthy way to relieve stress. It calms the brain and helps your body relax. Come and ease your tension at our Color Therapy Program for Adults. No artistic ability required. Registration begins July 27.
Yoga Fridays @ Dorothy Henry
Yoga Fridays @ Dorothy Henry
Join Carolyn for a gentle yoga practice accessible to everybody, formulated with mindfulness and proper yoga alignment to ensure safety and create a deeper connection to yourself. Ages 16+ welcome. Please bring your own mat/blanket. Yoga blocks are also recommended. Registration begins two weeks before each program date.
Book Buddies @ Main Library
Book Buddies @ Main Library
One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with a teen or adult to read age-appropriate material they select (on their own or with a parent/guardian). Read or be read to, you choose! A small prize will be awarded at the end of each session. The Book Buddies…
Bookin’ & Cookin’: A Cookbook Book Club @ Dorothy Henry
Bookin’ & Cookin’: A Cookbook Book Club @ Dorothy Henry
Let’s get Bookin’ & Cookin’! Join us monthly for an afternoon of sharing and sampling delicious culinary creations. Participation is simple: find a recipe based on the monthly theme, then make and bring a tasty treat to share! Sit and chat with us while we sample each dish and talk about our recipes. You might…
Coloring Therapy @ Main Library
Coloring Therapy @ Main Library
Coloring is a healthy way to relieve stress. It calms the brain and helps your body relax. Come and ease your tension at our Color Therapy Program for Adults. No artistic ability required. Registration begins July 27.
Board Game Fridays @ Dorothy Henry
Board Game Fridays @ Dorothy Henry
Stop by on Fridays for an afternoon of board game fun. We’ve got: ❖ Apples to Apples ❖ Life ❖ Dungeons & Dragons ❖ Connect 4 ❖ Exploding Kittens ❖ Werewolf ❖ Uno ❖ Candyland ❖ and More! All ages welcome. No registration required. Bring a friend, make a friend, play old favorites or learn…
Book Club Buddies @ Main Library
Book Club Buddies @ Main Library
Summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17! Join Miss Kim at the Main Library for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read short stories from the “I Survived True Stories” series (books provided) together each week. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end…
Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library
Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library
The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11:00 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 friends. Please note…
The Dungeon Initiative: D&D for Teens at Franklin
The Dungeon Initiative: D&D for Teens at Franklin
Delve into dungeons deep and caverns old with your trusted gang of friends! This Dungeons & Dragons group is a continuation of our current party of Saturday adventurers and is currently closed to new members. If you are interested in Dungeons & Dragons at the library, reach out to Ms. Cara at [email protected]. For our regular…
Children’s Author Visits the Main Library
Children’s Author Visits the Main Library
Join local children’s author Dr. Sandra Gonsalves-Domond as she reads her second children’s book, Stella, the Stealthy, Stellar Squirrel in Spartanasha. Afterwards enjoy a “squirrely” kind of craft and the opportunity for questions and answers. Registration begins July 29. Dr. Gonsalves-Domond has lived in Sussex County for over 35 years. She is a full-time academician,…
Introduction to Nature Journaling @ Dorothy Henry
Introduction to Nature Journaling @ Dorothy Henry
Nature journaling is the practice of drawing or writing in response to nature. A journal should be a playful, helpful, adventurous, and extension of yourself. It is a place to grow your thoughts, feelings, ideas, activities, observations, and relationship with the natural world. Today’s program will give an introduction to the benefits of nature journaling…
Outdoor Play @ Sussex-Wantage
Outdoor Play @ Sussex-Wantage
Children ages 5-10 are invited for a fun afternoon of playing outside! We’ll have hula hoops, sidewalk chalk, bubbles, and jump ropes! This activity is weather permitting! We will have two playgroups to accommodate more children. Please register for 1 timeslot only.