Week of Events
Winter Toddler Storytime @ Dennis
Winter Toddler Storytime @ Dennis
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…
Winter Toddler Storytime @ Franklin
Winter Toddler Storytime @ Franklin
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…
Lapsit @ Dorothy Henry
Lapsit @ Dorothy Henry
This Storytime is developed specially for infants to 24 months old and their parents/caregivers. This is an interactive program between you and your baby. Enjoy 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, fingerplay, toys, and socialization with other young babies. Parents/caregivers will be introduced to early literacy tips and things to try at home. This is…
Winter Preschool Storytime @ Franklin
Winter Preschool Storytime @ Franklin
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…
Winter Preschool Storytime @ Dennis
Winter Preschool Storytime @ Dennis
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…
Monday Fun Day – Game On! @ Main Library
Monday Fun Day – 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 most Mondays at 1:00, and new players are always welcome. This is a drop-in game time for adults,…
Winter Homeschool Book Club @ Dorothy Henry
Winter Homeschool Book Club @ Dorothy Henry
Join Miss Savannah at 1:00 on Mondays for our Homeschool Book Club featuring Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters! This hour-long program will focus on language arts. The schedule will follow the three Rs: reviewing, reading and reflecting. This program is specifically designed for children at least 8 years old. Please do not register…
Middle School Cafe @ Dorothy Henry
Middle School Cafe @ Dorothy Henry
Middle School can be demanding on kids. The Dorothy Henry Library invites kids ages 11-13 to stop by the community room after school on Mondays and/or Tuesdays from 3:45-4:45 to decompress and hang out. Kids can work on homework, read, watch videos, play a game, do a craft or just hang out in a space…
Sensory Play @ Main Library
Sensory Play @ Main Library
Join us for a sensory-friendly program designed to offer children on the autism spectrum, have sensory processing issues, or feel overwhelmed by noises or crowds, opportunities to engage in social interaction while adults talk among themselves. Space is limited; registration is required. Program Dates: Monday, January 29th Monday, February 26th Monday, March 25th…
Historical Fiction Book Club @ Main Library or via Zoom
Historical Fiction Book Club @ Main Library or via Zoom
The Historical Fiction Book Club will meet in person at Main Library and via Zoom the 4th Monday of most months at 6:00 p.m. The title for January is A Piece of the World by Christina Baker Kline, available in regular and large print, on audio CD, and as a downloadable audio book. Click on the…
A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin (Session 1)
A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin (Session 1)
Storytime regulars and new friends are welcome for a relaxed music program at the library! Join Ms. Cara for a half hour of music, dancing, and songs; followed by playtime so the adults can chat. Due to popular demand, we are offering two sessions. Please register for either 10am or 11am. Program Dates: January 2, 9,…
A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin (Session 2)
A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin (Session 2)
Storytime regulars and new friends are welcome for a relaxed music program at the library! Join Ms. Cara for a half hour of music, dancing, and songs; followed by playtime so the adults can chat. Due to popular demand, we are offering two sessions. Please register for either 10am or 11am. Program Dates: January 2, 9,…
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…
Homeschool STEAM Club @ Dorothy Henry
Homeschool STEAM Club @ Dorothy Henry
Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on Tuesday afternoons for an hour of fun and educational STEAM activities! This program is specially designed for our homeschooled patrons looking to add some extra activities to their programs. Each week will be a new topic, ranging from chemistry to music to biology to technology and…
Homeschool STEM Bubble @ Louise Childs
Homeschool STEM Bubble @ Louise Childs
Come to the Louise Childs Library on January 20th for a fun STEM program to learn about and play with bubbles! All materials will be provided. This could get messy so please dress accordingly. This program is geared for homeschooling families but all are welcome! Program Date: January 30th Program Start & End Time: 1-1:45pm
Middle School Cafe @ Dorothy Henry
Middle School Cafe @ Dorothy Henry
Middle School can be demanding on kids. The Dorothy Henry Library invites kids ages 11-13 to stop by the community room after school on Mondays and/or Tuesdays from 3:45-4:45 to decompress and hang out. Kids can work on homework, read, watch videos, play a game, do a craft or just hang out in a space…
Be-TWEEN the Pages Book Club @ Main Library
Be-TWEEN the Pages Book Club @ Main Library
Attention all tweens! Join us at the Main Library for a fun and relaxing time reading aloud together after school. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! Registration is recommended, but not required. Program Dates: Tuesdays, January through March January 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th February 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th March 5th,…
Board Games @ Louise Childs
Board Games @ Louise Childs
Come to the Louise Childs Library on January 30th for a fun night playing board games with friends or family! The library’s collection will be available or feel free to bring your own. This is a drop-in program, no registration is required. Program Date: January 30th Program Start & End Time: 6-7:30pm
Bedtime Storytime @ Dorothy Henry
Bedtime Storytime @ Dorothy Henry
Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on Tuesday evenings for a bedtime storytime! Bring your best teddy and comfiest jammies, if you feel like it or just come as you are, and join us for a relaxing storytime for the whole family to wind down on Tuesday evenings. Program Dates: 01/2, 1/9, 1/16,…
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. Program Dates: Wednesdays, January through March Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024 Wednesday, January 10th, 2024 Wednesday, January 17th, 2024 Wednesday, January 24th, 2024 Wednesday,…
Winter Toddler Storytime @ Dorothy Henry
Winter Toddler Storytime @ Dorothy Henry
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…
Tiny Tots @ Louise Childs
Tiny Tots @ Louise Childs
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. Please note the group does not meet on the first Wednesday of the month! Program Dates: Wednesdays…
Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library
Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library
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…
Winter Preschool Storytime @ Dorothy Henry
Winter Preschool Storytime @ Dorothy Henry
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…
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.
Make A Wish Bracelet and Win Tickets to “Carmela Full Of Wishes” @ Dennis
Make A Wish Bracelet and Win Tickets to “Carmela Full Of Wishes” @ Dennis
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…
Morse Code Bracelets @Dennis
Morse Code Bracelets @Dennis
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.…
Tiny Tots @ Dorothy Henry
Tiny Tots @ Dorothy Henry
Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on select days this winter for an hour 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. See calendar for dates and times. …
Play-Doh and Puzzles @ Sussex-Wantage
Play-Doh and Puzzles @ Sussex-Wantage
Playing with Play-Doh and puzzles is a great way for children to improve their fine motor skills while having fun! Join us for a session where children can create, spark their imaginations, and use problem solving skills! Please note: attendance for this event is limited; kindly call the library if you cannot make it. Our…
Winter Toddler Storytime @ Louise Childs
Winter Toddler Storytime @ Louise Childs
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…
Health Education with the Office of Public Health Nursing @ Main Library
Health Education with the Office of Public Health Nursing @ Main Library
Join the Sussex County Office of Public Health Nursing each month for a short, informative presentation about health issues that can impact you and those you love. There will be handouts to take home and free giveaways for all attendees. January 11 – National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month February 1 – Heart Health Month March…
Winter Preschool Storytime @ Louise Childs
Winter Preschool Storytime @ Louise Childs
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…
English-Spanish Bilingual Storytime @ Louise Childs
English-Spanish Bilingual Storytime @ Louise Childs
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…
Homework Help: Spanish @ Louise Childs
Homework Help: Spanish @ Louise Childs
Miss Gezi, retired Spanish teacher, will be available at the Louise Childs Library for anyone who needs help with their Spanish homework! Bring your assignments or just stop by if you need some extra tutoring! Space is limited, registration is strongly encouraged. If you can no longer attend, please call the library at 973-770-1000. If…
Winter Toddler Storytime @ Main Library
Winter Toddler Storytime @ Main Library
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…
Mah Jongg with Friends @ Louise Childs
Mah Jongg with Friends @ Louise Childs
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…
Winter Preschool Storytime @ Main Library
Winter Preschool Storytime @ Main Library
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…
Learn the Library Workshop: Peterson’s Test & Career Prep @ Main Library
Learn the Library Workshop: Peterson’s Test & Career Prep @ Main Library
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…
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Party @ Main Library for all Branches
1000 Books Before Kindergarten Party @ Main Library for all Branches
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…
The Onigiri Animanga club @ Main Library
The Onigiri Animanga club @ Main Library
The Onigiri Animanga club aims to create a safe place for teens and young adults to watch and discuss their favorite anime, read manga, and share in many other interests! We meet on the first Saturday of every month* at the Main Library at 3:30 – 4:30pm. These dates are: December 2, 2023 January 6,…