FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series Chuck Lambert Band July 2nd, 2023 7:00 – 9:00pmShop, Dine, Discover, and Explore Downtown Freehold while listening to local musicians! Every Sunday located at the Downtown Freehold Gazebo on East Main Street. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the music!
Children ages 3-12 are invited to participate in our 9th annual game of I Spy. Complete a different clue sheet each week and win a small snack or prize. Not familiar with I Spy? Ask us how to play. Please limit play to once a week per child. Prizes and snacks generously provided by the…
It’s time for All Together Now summer storytime! This storytime is developed especially for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers. Enjoy 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, socialization with other young children and their caregivers. Each session of toddler storytime consists of a variety of activities that incorporate reading,…
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: Mondays @ 10 AM – 10:45. This is a drop-in program, registration is not required. Program Date and Time: June 5, 2023…
It’s time for All Together Now summer storytime! This storytime is developed especially for children ages 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers. Enjoy 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, socialization with other young children and their caregivers. Each session of toddler storytime consists of a variety of activities that incorporate reading,…
This Storytime is developed specially for infants to 18 months old and their parent/caregivers. This is an interactive program between you and your baby. Enjoy 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, fingerplay, toys, and socialization with other young babies. Parents/caregivers will be introduced to early Literacy tips and things to try at home. This storytime…
This storytime is developed specially for preschool children ages 4 & 5 and their parent/caregiver. Enjoy 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, socialization, and a craft with other young children and their parent/caregiver. Each session of preschool storytime consists of a variety of activities that incorporate reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing. Each week we…
This storytime is developed specially for preschool children ages 4 & 5 and their parent/caregiver. Enjoy 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, socialization, and a craft with other young children and their parent/caregiver. Each session of preschool storytime consists of a variety of activities that incorporate reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing. Each week we…
Kids between the ages of 5-9 are invited to join Miss Kim at the Main Library on Mondays for the Kindness Club Story Series! Each week, we’ll read a short book with themes of friendship, kindness, and inclusion before a craft and play time. Craft supplies are limited. Registration required. This is a summer reading…
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…
Join Miss Savannah for this crafty tween and teen activity where participants will make friendship bracelets that hold special, secret messages inside them. This is a summer reading program. Any child that is registered for the summer reading program and attends this program will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize…
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…
Builders ages 5 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…
Come into the Louise Childs Library on the following Tuesdays (except Tuesday July 4th) to make a fun craft! Supplies will be provided but please bring a smock if you wish to wear one. Supplies are limited so please be sure to register each child who will be participating! Thank you! Each child who is…
Come to the Dennis branch on Monday, July 3rd at 3pm to make your own sand art! All materials are provided. Registration is required. Recommended for children ages 5+. Program Date and Time: Monday, July 3rd Program Start & End Time: 3pm-3:30pm
Get your creative juices flowing this summer! Every Monday during Summer Reading, come to Franklin Branch to make an art project. Supplies are limited, so registration online is recommended to reserve your place. This is a summer reading program. Any child registered for summer reading and attends this program will receive a raffle ticket for…
Join us at the Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge for a fun and educational storytime. Savannah from the Dorothy Henry Branch in collaboration with Wallkill River National Wildlife Refuge volunteer, Donna Provost will lead a discussion about clouds and a story. Donna will take us on a nature walk around the pond while children observe…
All Together Now! Attention all 3rd and 4th Graders, join us at the Main Library on Monday afternoons for a fun and relaxing time reading together. At our first meeting on June 26th, we’ll select a friendship-themed chapter book to read together throughout summer reading. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! Registration is…
The Essex County Free SummerMusic Concert Series offers a diverse lineup of performers who will take center stage throughout our historic Parks System. Pack a blanket, enjoy the cool evening breeze, and dance to the sounds of summer. A fireworks spectacular will follow the concert. 2023 Summer Music Brochure
