Read to a Dog @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

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…

Sew A Heart Bookmark @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

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,…

Free

The Dragon Society: D&D for Teens @ Franklin

Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United States

With Ms. Cara as your Dungeon Master and guide, leap into a dangerous world where reality is shaped by thoughts and ideals. Tell a story together with new friends, and figure out what is going wrong in the city of Sigil. Beginners welcome! All you need to bring is yourself and a willingness to roll…

Free

Monthly Origami Workshop @ Dorothy Henry

Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United States

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.

Free

The Dungeon Initiative: D&D for Teens @ Franklin

Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United States

The Dungeon Initiative: Dungeons & Dragons for Teens – Saturday D&D for Teens at Franklin Branch Explore the multiverse in a D&D adventure, Planescape: Turn of Fortune’s Wheel. With Ms. Cara as your Dungeon Master and guide, leap into a dangerous world where reality is shaped by thoughts and ideals. Tell a story together with…

Free

Origami Workshop @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United States

Challenge yourself with different Origami projects and learn as you go. Instruction and supplies provided. All ages welcome. No registration required. Instruction provided by Origami enthusiast Carlo D’Ambrosi.

Read to a Dog @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

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…

Homeschool Hangout: Oregon Trail @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

On February 27th, travel back in time to the mid-1800’s and learn how the pioneers of the Western Frontier lived as they made their way across the mountains and rivers to start a new life. Find out what hardtack biscuits taste like, decide what you would pack in your wagon if you were making the…

Free

Watercoloring Your Own Reverse Coloring Pages @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

Swing by the Dennis branch on February 27th and learn about reverse coloring pages, and then create your very own! Reverse coloring pages are a lot of fun- you start out with the colors and you get to doodle the edges, lines, and shapes to turn an abstract splash of colors into something fun and…

Free

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

Bedtime Stories @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

Join Miss Alana at the Dennis branch one Wednesday evening a month for a fun bedtime activity and some stories. Enjoy calm music while coloring or crafting and then settle down on the floor for a few bedtime stories. Pajamas are optional, but Miss Alana will probably be wearing hers!

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

Setting Boundaries with Self Care for High School Seniors @ Main Library

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

Learn ways you can help yourself establish healthy boundaries in relationships, daily activities and future work/school roles. Explore self-care practices that you can easily begin using to keep a balance for life! REGISTER NOW: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=ITvCIRxz1E2ni3d27EgLZII4lJL9H7hPnv2K5dYl5rRURURBUjJFNlRRUVhPSFJLQTFTVVdRMkpPTy4u Program Date: Saturday, March 2, 2024 Program Start & End Time: 2:00 – 3:00pm

Onigiri Animanga Club @ Main Library

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

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! The club meets the first Saturday of most months at Main Library from 3:30 – 4:30pm. Dates include: February 3, 2024 March 2, 2024 April…

Mario Day Scavenger Hunt @ Dorothy Henry

Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United States

MAR10 is Mario Day! Celebrate with us all week long by playing Super Mario Scavenger Hunt Bingo. Take a bingo card and search for Mario and his friends hiding around the library. Players who find enough characters to make bingo will get to pick a prize from our treasure chest! All ages welcome to play.…

Read to a Dog @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United States

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…

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

Coffee with a Cop @ Franklin

Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United States

Drop in to the Franklin branch for coffee, questions, and conversations with members of the Franklin Borough Police Department. All are welcome. No registration required.

Walking the Appalachian Trail in NJ @ Main Library

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

Nearly every thru-hiker I meet tells me how surprised and delighted they are with New Jersey’s section of the Appalachian Trail. -George Lightcap Join veteran hiker George Lightcap for a virtual hike down the Appalachian Trail from the Delaware Water Gap to Bellvale Mountain. George shares the views, significant landmarks, and flora and fauna of…

Free

Friends of the Library Book Sale @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United States

Follow the signs to the Friends of the Sussex-Wantage Library’s Book Sale! Gently used books and media for all ages and interests at incredible prices: *Children’s soft cover – 10¢ *Children’s hard cover – 25¢ *Adult soft cover – 50¢ *Adult hard cover – $1.00 *Pocket-sized paperbacks – 25¢ (5 for $1.00) *DVDs – $1.00…