Calling all toddlers! Play is the cornerstone of early childhood development, and playing together is a great way to build a community of young children and caregivers. Plus: stick around for story time! Adults participate throughout the program.
Join Miss Savannah at 11:00 on Mondays for part two of 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…
One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Ms. Savannah or a Teen Volunteer 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…
Join Miss Savannah at 1:00 on Mondays for the fall session of our Homeschool Book Club featuring Lloyd Alexander’s Time Cat! Each week we will revisit what we did the week before, read a chapter together, then discuss the plot development and literary devices of the story. Participants will talk about things like narration, plot…
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…
One-on-one and small group summer reading support for children ages 2-17 at all reading levels and abilities. Each participant will be paired up with a teen or adult to read age-appropriate material they select. You can read to someone or be read to–it’s your choice! You sign up for a specific timeslot, and a small…
Join us at the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge for a fun and educational storytime. Ms. Debbie, the Youth Services Coordinator for Sussex County Library System in collaboration with Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge volunteer, Donna Provost will lead a discussion about ducks and read a story. Donna will take us on a nature walk…
Program Description: One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Ms. Cara or a Teen Volunteer 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…
Children ages 3-10 are invited to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to Harley, a wonderful, certified therapy dog. Each child will have 10-15 minutes of one-on-one reading time. Harley is a great listener, and never interrupts. Children who read aloud gain self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. Register for…
Soul Line Dancing - a fun, physical, and social activity with J-Boogie from Step 4 Step Soul Line Dancers.
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…
Do you need a little bit of help completing your summer reading goals? Do you do better reading with a friend, or family member? Do you love to read or listen to stories? If you answer yes to any of these questions, Book Buddies Summer Reading program might be a great program for you!!!! Book…
“The Earth, like the Sun, like the Air – belongs to everyone – and to no one.” — Edward Abbey Learn how to preserve land for future generations and become a steward of beautiful northwest NJ nature. Discover the remarkable Ridge and Valley Region and its ecological significance, and the crucial role ‘Climate Corridors’ like…
Program Description: One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Ms. Cara or a Teen Volunteer 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…
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
Turnip to volunteer this Spring and help us rebuild the Educational Garden & Compost Site!
A wonderful opportunity for little gardeners and their accompanying adults to get a bug’s-eye-view of the world! Join us as we read stories about the life within our garden beds and then head into the Children’s Garden to water, dig, and admire the plants and flowers all around us! Together, we will observe the changing…
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Share the food stories close to your heart and home while pouring over cookbooks in community
Gabriella Dumbrique, Rutgers Cancer Institute of NJ, will discuss skin cancer types, screening guidelines, early detection strategies, and tips to prevent skin cancer. The sun can be fun but come and learn how to be sun safe by using sunscreen! All ages welcome. Registration begins August 8.
