Life as a middle and high schooler can be incredibly stressful. Come to the library on select Saturdays to talk about ways we hold stress in our body and what we can do about that. We’ll learn some useful stretches you can do in a chair while you work on schoolwork, as well as some…
We're celebrating Women's History Month at this free Community Day!Celebrate the remarkable contributions of women to Newark’s jazz history with performances that highlight our community’s diverse talents.Experience the soulful vocal tributes from The Antoinette Montague Experience, a taste of Brazilian Pop Jazz by Zabelê, the captivating singing of Janetza Miranda, and much more. Don’t miss…
Boogie Down Storytime is a family-friendly experience that cultivates early literacy awareness through joyful reading experiences. Join us for an interactive story hour that incorporates mindful breathing, which helps build social-emotional skills, along with question and discussion activities that build community. Movement will be inspired by the week’s book selection led by a children’s yoga…
Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s most ambitious presentation of its unique, complex, and culturally diverse permanent collection in over two decades. Free with Museum admission. Capacity is limited to 25…
Did you know that you can make your own maple syrup right in your backyard? Come by to learn about the equipment you will need, identifying sugar maples in all seasons, the right way to tap trees, and how to turn sap from maples in your yard into syrup on your pancakes! Sessions will meet…
Join us at the Mansion for our family programming! Each second Saturday of the month from 1-3 PM, families and visitors of all ages can participate in a fun hands-on activity during our ConEdison Family Day. Information for All Family Day Programs These workshops will be held outside of Morris-Jumel Mansion on the bluestone patio,…
Follow along as Regina guides you, step-by-step, to completing a seasonally-themed watercolor painting. All supplies provided. This class is for adults. All levels of artist are welcome. Class size is limited to allow for more personalized instruction. If you register and then can’t make it, please give us a call at 973 948-3660 option 4,…
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…
Earn the Scouts BSA Pulp and Paper Merit Badge!Pre-requisites: #6, #7e, #8. These should be completed prior to the in-person class, and we will review and discuss during class.Taught by our certified merit badge counselors, who have completed Youth Protection Training.Scouts should bring a blue card signed by their unit leader/scoutmaster and with all requirements…
Attention STEM enthusiasts! March is New Jersey STEM Month and the Sussex-Wantage branch is celebrating with STEM Saturdays! Check out these fun activities! March 9th at 2:00: Children ages 6-10 are invited to explore our collection of solar system books and make their own solar system mobile. March 23rd at 2:00: Before clocks, watches, and…
All the animals in the jungle know their own special dance, but Gerald the Giraffe can’t seem to move without a clumsy step. But with the help of a wise cricket, he finds his own song, and dances to the beat of his own drum! In this stage adaptation of the beloved children’s book, with…
Engage in some fun on the Urban Farm every Saturday! Join Randall’s Island staff for seasonal activities inspired by the Farm and natural areas. All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].
Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s most ambitious presentation of its unique, complex, and culturally diverse permanent collection in over two decades. Free with Museum admission. Capacity is limited to 25…
Isaac Newton would be proud! Come explore his laws of motion with us in Mad Science’s engaging physics performance. Observe the powers of various forces including gravity, centrifugal force, inertia and much more. We’ll harness the power of these forces to create astonishing jetpacks and even a rocket-propelled car! Included with admission. The Guest Artist…
Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, beloved as one of the world’s most popular dance companies, returns to New York City Center November 29 – December 31, 2023, for an engagement that has become a joyous holiday tradition. Ailey’s extraordinary dancers will move audiences with world premieres by Amy Hall Garner and Elizabeth Roxas-Dobrish along with…
This March, we invite you to Taste the Healthy Rainbow with our delicious colorful dishes! ShopRite Kidz Cook is a caregiver-and-me program that introduces children to a diversity of foods, explains cooking concepts and helps build dexterity with cooking utensils. Recommended for children ages four and up. Workshops will be held at 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm,…
Sunday, March 10th West Orange St. Patrick's Day Parade Step-Off 12:15pm
Winter offers families a unique opportunity to visit the wolves during their favorite time of year. Learn about the mythology, biology and ecology of wolf families and discover why this season is such a magical time for packs in North America. Whether the wolves are living on the Arctic tundra or the woodlands of the…
Create your own work of art!Learn about the life of the influential modernist painter Georgia O'Keeffe. Then learn to paint your own work of art in her style!Adult Program only! All materials are provided!$4 per adult upon arrival. No parking fee in effect. Reservations are required. Please make sure all adults in your party have…
