Mah Jongg with Friends @ Louise Childs

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

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…

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Party @ Main Library for all Branches

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

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…

Free

Monday Morning Munchkin Matinee @ Louise Childs

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

On February 5th, come to the Louise Childs Library and watch Winnie the Pooh: A Valentine for You, which is rated G and has a run time of 60 minutes. Snacks will be provided but feel free to bring your own if you wish! Program Date: February 5th Program Start & End Time: 10-11:30am

Free

Sensory-Friendly Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

The program has been designed for children of all ages and their families with sensory sensitivities. Enjoy 20 minutes of stories, music, rhymes, and movement followed by 10 minutes of play. You are encouraged to bring your own comfort items or just enjoy the sensory toys available to use by us. Space is limited; registration…

Free

Sensory Play @ Louise Childs

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

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: January 9th February 6th March 5th

Free

LC Readers Book Discussion Group

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

The LC Readers meet the first Wednesday of selected months from 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Books discussed focus on thought-provoking, enjoyable, contemporary literature with the occasional discussion of classical and notable nonfiction as well. For February we’ll discuss Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt, available in regular and large print, on audio CD and as…

Free

Winter Toddler Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

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…

Free

Winter Preschool Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

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…

Free

English-Spanish Bilingual Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

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…

Free

Homework Help: Spanish @ Louise Childs

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

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…

Free

Mah Jongg with Friends @ Louise Childs

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

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…

Tex-Mex Cooking Demonstration by Lola’s Tex-Mex Restaurant @ Louise Childs & via Zoom

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

Join chefs from Lola’s Tex-Mex Restaurant of Hopatcong and their sister location, Cafe Lombia at Rockaway Town Center Mall, for a  cooking demonstration. Come discover a vast array of Tex-Mex flavors and sample the treats that will be prepared. Registration is required and limited to 25 people in-person. There is also a Zoom option for…

Free

CLOSED – All SCLS locations are closed today

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.

Guess How Many Chocolate Kisses @ Louise Childs

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

Stop by the E. Louise Childs Library during the month of February and guess the number of chocolate kisses. The winning guess wins the jar of kisses plus a bonus prize. Open to all our patrons 18 and over.

Lil’ Lego Club @ Louise Childs

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

Come to the Louise Childs Library for a Lego Club geared towards little builders! The LEGOS and Duplos will be out for builders ages 0-6 to play and meet new friends. Great for families with little ones or those who homeschool! This is a drop-in event, registration not required. *Please do not bring your own…

Board Games & Puzzles @ Louise Childs

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

Come to the Louise Childs Library on February 27th for a fun night of playing board games or doing puzzles with friends or family! The library’s collection will be available or feel free to bring your own. This is a drop-in program. Program Date: Tuesday, February 27th Program Start & End Time: 6-7:30pm

Tiny Tots @ Louise Childs

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

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…

Early Spring Toddler Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

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…

Free

Early Spring Pre-K Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

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…

Free

English-Spanish Bilingual Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

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…

Free