Messy Play @ Louise Childs

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

Children from birth to age 5 are invited for an hour of sensory play! Children and caregivers will have a chance to explore different sensory play activities. Please dress for mess! (Adults too!) Registration begins September 11.

Free

Paseo de Aves

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge 175-10 Cross Bay Boulevard, New York, NY, United States

Venga con Ranger Flor a un paseo de aves, dado en español. La temporada de migración está aquí y hay muchos pájaros pasando por la bahía.Venga con Ranger Flor a un paseo de aves, dado en español. La temporada de migración está aquí y hay muchos pájaros pasando por la bahía. Join Ranger Flor on…

Fall Preschool Storytime @ Dennis

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

Weekly preschool storytime runs through October 23. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Recommended for children ages 3-5 years old. Registration begins two weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Bats Join us in the weeks to come for: Cats, Earth, Fall/Halloween

Free

Fall Preschool Storytime @ Franklin

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

Weekly preschool storytime runs through October 23. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Recommended for children ages 3-5 years old. Registration begins two weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Bats Join us in the weeks to come for: Cats, Earth, Fall/Halloween

Free

Monday Fun Days – Game On! @ Main Library

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

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…

Tu amiga, La Paloma Nueva York

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge 175-10 Cross Bay Boulevard, New York, NY, United States

Venga a conocer el residente mas famoso de Nueva York – ¡una paloma!Venga a conocer el residente mas famoso de Nueva York – ¡una paloma! Conozca a Joe, una paloma que fue paciente del Wild Bird Fund y ahora es mascota. Vamos a tener una presentación sobre este pájaro famoso de Nueva York. Meet NYC’s…

LEGO Club @ Dennis

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

Builders ages 7 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…

Free

STEM Storytime at the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge

Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge, 136 Owens Station Road, Sussex, NJ, 07461, United States

Children ages 3-12 are invited to the  Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge Owens Station Crossing for a fun and educational storytime. Ms. Meg from the Sussex-Wantage Branch, in collaboration with Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge volunteer Donna Provost, will lead a discussion about animal tracks and read a story. Ms. Donna will lead a nature…

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.

Read to a Dog @ Sussex-Wantage

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

Children ages 3-10 are invited to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to Hugo, a wonderful, certified therapy dog. Each child will have 10-15 minutes of one-on-one reading time. Hugo 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 at Essex County Branch Brook Park

Prudential Concert Grove Branch Brook Park Drive, Newark, NJ, United States

Soul Line Dancing - a fun, physical, and social activity with J-Boogie from Step 4 Step Soul Line Dancers.

Fall Toddler Storytime @ Sussex-Wantage

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

Weekly Toddler Storytime runs through October 24. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities. Separate registration required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children 18 months-3 years old. Registration begins 2 weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Bats Join us in the weeks to come for: Cats, Dragons, Earth, Fall/Halloween

Free

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 a half hour of music, dancing, and songs; followed by playtime so the adults can chat. Due to popular demand, we are offering two sessions. Please register for either 10am or 11am. Program Dates and Time:…

Free
Event Series Kids Art Classes at the Museum

Kids Art Classes at the Museum

Hoboken Historical Museum 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken, NJ, United States

Join us two days a week from 10 am – 12pm for fun art-making in the Museum walkway! Recommended for ages 2-5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Art materials are provided. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Ms. Lisa is excited to create some…

Soil Stories

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

A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.

Free Fitness Walks in Prospect Park

Prospect Park 95 Prospect Park West, Brooklyn, NY, United States

Join Prospect Park Alliance and Heights and Hills this September for free fitness group walks in Prospect Park for adults ages 60 and over.

Fall Preschool Storytime @ Sussex-Wantage

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

Weekly preschool storytime runs through October 24. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Recommended for children ages 3-5 years old. Registration begins two weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Bats Join us in the weeks to come for: Cats, Dragons, Earth, Fall/Halloween

Free

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 a half hour of music, dancing, and songs; followed by playtime so the adults can chat. Due to popular demand, we are offering two sessions. Please register for either 10am or 11am. Program Dates and Time:…

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.

Keeping It Reel Movie Matinee @ Dennis

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

Join us for a screening of Nights in Rodanthe, based on the book by Nicholas Sparks. Light snacks and drinks provided, but feel free to bring your own lunch. Registration begins September 12. Nights in Rodanthe is rated PG-13 and has a running time of 97 minutes.

Free