Celebrate Juneteenth at Harriet Tubman Square with art, music, storytelling, and free access to Newark Museum of Art.Join us at Harriet Tubman Square for an engaging Juneteenth celebration, honoring the rich history and culture of African Americans and commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. From artmaking to drummers to yard games,…
Join Miss Savannah at 1:00 on Mondays for our Homeschool Book Club featuring Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief! This hour-long program will focus on language arts. The schedule will follow the three Rs: reviewing, reading and reflecting. Participants will learn elements of literary theory like plot development and narration. The program will run for…
Builders ages 5 and up are invited to let their imaginations run wild as they work alone, or with other builders, to build with the library’s extensive LEGO collection. All materials must stay at the library, so bring a camera to capture your creations. LEGOs are provided so please don’t bring your own unless you…
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…
Visit the Dorothy Henry Library to get registered for Summer Reading and grab your Summer Reading kit! Kids who register at our table during our registration times will also receive a small prize to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Program (while supplies last). Dates and Times: Thursday, June 7 @ 3:30-5:00 Tuesday, June…
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. Program Date and Time: The third Monday of the month, running March through June, 4:00pm-4:30pm Monday, March 20th, 4:00pm-4:30pm…
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…
Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Bronx Arts Ensemble invite you to an evening of arts in honor of Juneteenth.The program will begin on the back deck of the Van Cortlandt Golf House with performances, including music and spoken word. Then join us for a procession with drums to the Enslaved African Burial Ground for a…
Storytime regulars and new friends are welcome for a relaxed music program at the library! Join Ms. Cara for an half hour of music, dancing, and songs, followed by playtime so the adults can chat. This program is for children 0-5. Due to popular demand, you can now register for either a 10am or 11am…
Tree Identification WalkJoin conservation steward, Devyani Mishra, for a leisurely stroll through the Preserve to learn about trees and how to identify them. The hike will be short with frequent stops for discussion. Leashed dogs are welcome. Meet in the Visitor’s Center courtyard. Please wear sun protection, bring water to drink and wear comfortable closed-toed…
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
Storytime regulars and new friends are welcome for a relaxed music program at the library! Join Ms. Cara for an half hour of music, dancing, and songs, followed by playtime so the adults can chat. This program is for children 0-5. Due to popular demand, you can now register for either a 10am or 11am…
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
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…
Watch out, cause the kids are TAKING OVER! School's out for summer!Watch out, cause the kids are TAKING OVER! School's out for summer! Join us for this annual Downtown Metuchen tradition where we celebrate the start of summer with fun, fun, fun all over Downtown Metuchen
Attention all 3rd and 4th Graders, join us at the Main Library for a fun and relaxing time reading together. Each month we will select a chapter book to read together. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! Registration is recommended, but not required. *Please note that beginning June 26th, the Afterschool Book Club…
Visit the Dorothy Henry Library to get registered for Summer Reading and grab your Summer Reading kit! Kids who register at our table during our registration times will also receive a small prize to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Program (while supplies last). Dates and Times: Thursday, June 7 @ 3:30-5:00 Tuesday, June…
Program Description: Come to the Louise Childs Library on the following Tuesdays at 4PM to learn how to knit or crochet! Miss Derenda will go over terminology and basic stitches. Materials will be provided as well as a simple pattern to make your first project! Already know how to knit or crochet? Come on in…
Crafting Storied Recipes with Community Supported Agriculture
The theme for this month’s Foodies event is bars. Bring your favorite sweet or savory bar to share with the group! Call or stop by the Franklin Library by June 16 to sign up and let us know what you’re bringing so we can avoid duplicates. On program day bring your dish and recipe so…
