Wednesday Fall Storytime, Ages 3+ in the Library Meeting Room

Denville Museum Patio 113 Diamond Spring Road, Denville, NJ, United States

Meet Ms. Nicole in the Library Meeting Room for Storytime Fun!Wednesday Fall Storytime! 🍂Ages 3+Join Ms. Nicole indoors for storytime fun!At the library in the meeting roomPlease sign up for one "ticket" as a family and list kids' names on the order form

Tiny Tots @ Louise 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! Wednesdays through December, check the calendar for exact dates. No registration required.

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, no registration is required. Program Dates: Wednesdays, September through December Wednesday, September 6th, 2023 Wednesday, September 13th, 2023 Wednesday, September 20th,…

Liberty Hall Museum Tour

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

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Level Up Your Yoga @ Main Library

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

Laura, a.k.a. The Traveling Yogi, is back by popular demand! Today’s class will work on core strength, flexibility, balance, breathing techniques and active relaxation.  Intermediate exercises will be explained with modifications given to accommodate various levels of fitness. Participants should expect to feel comfortable and confident in class. All levels of yoga experience welcome. Wear comfortable…

Free

Museum Minis

Westchester Children's Museum 100 Playland Parkway, Rye, New York

Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.

Sensory Play @ Dennis

Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, 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. Space is limited to six children and their parents/caregivers. Register children-only beginning August 30.

Free

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.

Fiber Arts Craft Time @ Dorothy Henry

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

Join Miss Savannah to explore the world of fiber arts!  Craft options include weaving, sewing, needle felting, wet felting, embroidery and cross stitch. Bring your ongoing project or start a new one. For ages 10 and up. Registration begins August 30.

Free

Read to a Dog @ Dennis

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

Children ages 4-13 are invited to read aloud to our wonderful therapy dogs. Depending on the day, you’ll either find Kalvin, a wonderful German Shepherd; Granger, the most gentle German Shepherd; or Richard, a loveable black Lab. Each participant gets 10 minutes of one-on-one reading time. These dogs are all great listeners and never interrupt or…

LEGO Club for Littles @ Dennis

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

Sometimes younger kids want the chance to become LEGO Master Builders too! Children ages 4 to 8 with a passion for building with normal sized (not Duplo) LEGOs are invited to join Miss Alana to make all sorts of creations. Children will be encouraged to let their imaginations run wild as they work alone, or…

Free

WEDNESDAY ART IN TEARDROP

Teardrop Park

Explore the unique environment of Teardrop Park while creating dynamic art. Art teachers lead individual and group projects using clay, collage, paint and more. Referencing our Zero Waste Initiative, projects with a focus on recycled, upcycled, and reused materials will inspire artists to care for our world in creative ways! Art supplies provided. Dress for…

Sound Healing (4 – 5 pm)

Rockefeller State Park Preserve 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, United States

Sound Healing (4 - 5 pm)Join Dayna Gralla for a therapeutic and restorative sound healing experience. Envelop yourself in the sounds of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and a variety of soothing instruments as you allow your mind to drift from an active state to a relaxed and meditative state. The event will take place in…

How to Manage Back to School Jitters sponsored by NJ4S @ Sussex-Wantage

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

NJ4S is a new program funded by the Department of Children and Families. In this workshop teens will help with those Back-to-School Jitters by helping to learn how to: Set up a routine Learn about your new schedule Look good, feel good Fuel your mind and body Practice your affirmations Talk to a trusted adult.…

Free

Sound Healing (5:30 – 6:30 pm)

Rockefeller State Park Preserve 125 Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, United States

Sound Healing (5:30 - 6:30 pm)Join Dayna Gralla for a therapeutic and restorative sound healing experience. Envelop yourself in the sounds of crystal singing bowls, chimes, and a variety of soothing instruments as you allow your mind to drift from an active state to a relaxed and meditative state. The event will take place in…

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 Harley, a wonderful, certified therapy dog. Each child will have 10-15 minutes of one-on-one reading time. Harley 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…

Mystery Bag Art Challenge @ Dennis

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

On September 13th at 6pm, come to the Dennis branch to create an art sculpture using the random items in a mystery bag and some basic art supplies. What will you create? Let your imagination run wild!   Program Date and Time: September 13th at 6:00pm

Free

They Called Her “Honeybear” @ Main Library

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

In 1975 Sussex County resident Gail Just-Cornelius became the very first woman to patrol the highways of New Jersey as a State Trooper. Join the woman known as Honeybear and Gutsy Gail to learn what it was really like being a trailblazer for women in a career that had previously been all men. Registration begins August 30.

Free

Evening in the Orchard

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

Apples! Apples! Everywhere!Back in the day, New Jersey was famous for its cider! Even George Washington knew it as the "champagne of ciders." Evening the Orchard celebrates all things apples - including a cider tasting! Afterward, sit back and relax in our beautiful orchard and perhaps pick a few apples! A perfect fall night out…