A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin

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

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…

Free

Sauté, Sizzle, Savor: Winter Cooking & Eating

The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York, NY, United States

Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.

Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Main Library

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

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…

Kids Takeover

Metuchen Town Plaza 33 Pearl Street, Metuchen, NJ, United States

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

Afterschool Book Club @ Main Library

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

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…

Free

Summer Reading In-Person Registration @ Dorothy Henry

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

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…

Learn to Knit or Crochet @ Louise Childs

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

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…

Free

Community in the Kitchen

The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York, NY, United States

Crafting Storied Recipes with Community Supported Agriculture

Franklin Foodies @ Franklin

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

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…

Event Series Yoga in the Park

Yoga in the Park

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

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].

FREE
Event Series Sunset Hikes

Sunset Hikes

Flat Rock Brook 443 Van Nostrand Avenue, Englewood, NJ, United States

Come enjoy the beautiful sunset over Flat Rock Brook! Join our trail guides for a leisurely hike through the forest. Every Tuesday April through October. Meet at the Gazebo across from the Nature Center.

Bedtime Storytime @ LC

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

Join Miss Derenda at the Louise Childs Library on June 20th at 7pm for a special evening storytime! Come dressed in your comfiest pajamas and bring your favorite stuffy, or just come as you are, and join us for a relaxing story time for the whole family. Program Date and Time: June 20th Program Start…

Summer Solstice Bedtime Stories @ Main Library

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

Join Miss Kim at the Main Library on Tuesday, June 20th at 7pm for a night of special summer stories! Wear your comfiest pajamas and bring your favorite stuffy (or come as you are!) to join us for relaxing stories as we prepare to welcome in the summer solstice. No registration required. Program Date and…

Long Island Game Farm Celebrates World Giraffe Day

Long Island Game Farm 489 Chapman Boulevard, Manorville, NY, United States

In celebration of World Giraffe Day (June 21), Long Island Game Farm will launch a new kids’ activity pack to encourage education, engagement, and discovery. The first edition will be available the week of Monday, June 19 and centered around World Giraffe Day with a specially designed interactive scavenger hunt. As the game farm is…

Little Explorers

Muscoot Farm 51 Route 100, Katonah, NY, United States

Looking for something to do with your 3-5 year old? Bring them to the farm for a fun morning of stories, crafts, animal and nature activities, and more! Pre-registration required with one ticket per child and caregiver.

Event Series Team RIVER Volunteers

Team RIVER Volunteers

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Volunteer with the Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful! Team RIVER Volunteers regularly work in with the Natural Areas team twice a month taking care of and restoring our natural spaces on the island. With our Horticulture team, volunteers care for the many gardens and meadows on…

FREE

Tiny Tots @ Louis 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!       Program Date and Time: Wednesdays at 10am 6/14 6/21 6/28 7/12 7/19 7/26 Registration is not required.  This is a drop-in program.

Tiny Tots Playtime @ Main Library

Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, 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. Program Date and Time: Wednesdays in June through August Wednesday, June 7th, 2023 Wednesday, June 14th, 2023…

Liberty Hall Museum Tour!

Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, United States

Come visit us!!

Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library

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

The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays and Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. This is gentle yoga for adults, led by volunteers. No experience is necessary and no registration required. Participation is on a first-come, first-admitted basis, until the room is full. Wear loose clothing and come prepared to relax and make new friends. Please note…