Tales on the Trails Pre-K Class: Incredible Insects

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Discover the wonders of the outdoor world with your little one.  This program begins in the gardens of Van Vleck with a story, then continues with a walk and concludes with a simple craft or activity.  A parent or caregiver must accompany each child.  Programs will be held outdoors, weather permitting. Ages 3 – 5.…

$10 – $15

Sussex County Library Needlers @ Main Library

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

The Needlers are open to anyone with a love of handiwork—knitters, crocheters, embroiderers and counted cross stitchers are all welcome! Share patterns, learn new stitches and make new friends. New members always welcome. No registration required.

Weekly Mah Jongg Club @ Dorothy Henry

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

Join Joan for a fun afternoon of Mah Jongg! Beginners are welcome. Come learn the game and meet other players. The club will meet most Wednesdays from 1:00-3:00 p.m. No registration necessary. This is a club for adults. Limit is 12 players.

How to Research the History of Your House @ Dennis

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

Have you ever wondered how old your house is? Who lived in it before you? How much has changed since it was originally built? Then this is the perfect program for you. Join Local History Librarian, Tara Schaberg, to learn about library resources and community records that can help you piece together the story of…

Free

Liberty Hall Museum Tour!

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

Come visit us!!

Build A House The Wolf Can’t Blow Down (A STEM program) @ Dennis

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

Everyone knows the story of the three little pigs and the big, bad wolf. On June 14th at 5pm, come to the Dennis branch and see if you can build a house that the wolf can’t destroy! This is a STEM challenge for ages 7-12. Program Date and Time: June 14th Program Start & End…

Free

Recipes and Rituals for Community Care

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

Our remedies are in our kitchens.

Cheesemaking 101

Queens County Farm Museum 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Floral Park, NY, United States

Say cheese!

Long Island FunFest

Suffolk County Community College 485 Wicks Road, Brentwood, NY, United States

Long Island's largest fair features live music and entertainment for the whole family, exciting midway rides and games, and plenty of tasty carnival eats. Admission includes tribute band performances and other concerts; Saturday night Fireworks by Grucci; the educational Eudora Farms Exotic Petting Zoo; Houdini-style Escape Explosion; World of Wonders Amazement Show starring sword swallowers,…

$5 – $36

Westbury Carnival at Samanea

Samanea Mall 1500 Old Country Road, Westbury, NY, United States

Enjoy midway fun for the whole family with rides and games for all ages and a variety of classic carnival cuisine. Admission and parking are free. Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" and taller) are $35 on site Monday - Thursday and $40 Friday - Sunday while supplies last, or online before 5 pm Thurs.,…

Free admission and parking. Ride cost varies.

Breastfeeding & Lactation Support @ Dorothy Henry

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

International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Jacqulyn Potter, will be here to offer simple latching assistance, and answer all your breastfeeding questions. You can also get a weight check for baby, or a weighted feed (baby is weighed pre and post-feeding to determine how much breast milk they are getting). Pumping parents are welcome, too!…

Bugs! Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

Join Miss Derenda for a special storytime about bugs! We will read stories about bugs, sing songs, do a craft and have some time for play. Supplies are limited so please register to secure your spot.

Free

Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, 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 Sussex-Wantage to learn, play or even teach this complicated game. The most experienced players in the room facilitate the game and new faces are always welcome.…

Flower Power: Superstitions in Floriography @ Main Library

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

The seeds of superstition are tightly sown into flowers. Floriography was a Victorian practice where particular types of flowers meant different things. A woman rejecting a suitor might send him yellow roses; a man leaving for overseas might give his girlfriend forget-me-nots.  Join author and journalist Carlotta Holton for a discussion of the many superstitions,…

Free

Liberty Hall Museum Tour!

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

Come visit us!!

Sensory Playtime Thursday @ Franklin

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

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: April 20, 4pm May 18, 4pm June 15, 4pm

Free

Garden Tales Kids’ Gardening Class

Van Vleck House & Gardens 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, United States

Spend time in the Edible Garden with us this spring!. Each class will focus on a different storybook and will include planting, harvesting, journaling and learning all about the natural world! Registration required. Space is limited. Appropriate for children in grades K – 2. Sign up for one or more of these fun classes: March…

$15 – $20

Read to a Dog @ Franklin

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

Need an ear to listen to you? Children ages 5 and up are invited to read aloud to Bronson, our visiting Black Lab therapy dog! Each child will have 10 minutes to read to Bronson and maybe give him a pat or two. Be sure you arrive on time for your slot, with a book…

Art in the Garden

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

Cultivate creativity, curiosity, & settle into the restorative power of artmaking in the greenhouse and garden.

Thought Bubbles: A Graphic Novel Book Club @ Dorothy Henry and on Discord

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

Thought Bubbles meets on the third Thursday of each month to discuss all things comic books, graphic novels, and manga! (And all other nerdy interests!) Join our Discord server to get updates on upcoming meetings, swap comic recommendations, see what’s new to our library shelves, and more! There’s never any required reading, pick what you…

Free