Trails Less Traveled: Sunken Meadow to Nissequogue, Family Program (8+), $4

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 4 New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

We will walk on trails less traveled and observe seasonal changes!We will walk on trails less traveled and observe seasonal changes. We will be hiking from Sunken Meadow State Park to Nissequogue River State Park and back. Meet in Field 4 at Sunken Meadow. Be prepared to hike approximately 5-6 miles. Recommended for children 8…

Seeding Our Stories: Greenhouse Reading Room

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

a reading room nestled in the cozy nook of a greenhouse stocked with books & activities curated around themes in therapeutic horticulture.

Liberty Hall Museum Tour

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

Come visit us!!

Event Series A Child’s Life Tour of Ringwood Manor

A Child’s Life Tour of Ringwood Manor

Ringwood Manor 1304 Sloatsburg Road, Ringwood, NJ, United States

This fun & energetic 45-minute tour of Ringwood Manor focuses on the children of the Hewitt family, the activities, games, & pranks they played at the Manor, and what a child’s life would be like during the late 19th century. Scavenger hunts are provided on the tour and afterwards, kids are encouraged to try our…

FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series ft. Owen’s Heavy Mellow

1 E Main St 1 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ, United States

FBAC Jazz & Blues Sunday Series Owen’s Heavy Mellow August 13th, 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!

Tiny Tots Playtime @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, 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! Drop in. No registration required.

Book Buddies @ Dennis

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

One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with a teen volunteer to read age-appropriate material they select (on their own or with a parent/guardian). Read or be read to, you choose! A small prize will be awarded at the end of each session. The Book Buddies Program…

Free

Book Club Buddies @ Main Library

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

Summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17! Join Miss Kim at the Main Library for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read an easy reader book (books provided) together each week. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end of each session, readers will…

Free

Book Buddies @ Dorothy Henry

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

One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Ms. Savannah or a Teen Volunteer to read age-appropriate material they select (on their own or with a parent/guardian). Read or be read to, you choose! A small prize will be awarded at the end of each session. The…

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…

LEGO Club @ Dennis

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

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…

Free

Book Buddies @ Sussex-Wantage

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

One-on-one and small group summer reading support for children ages 2-17 at all reading levels and abilities. Each participant will be paired up with a teen or adult to read age-appropriate material they select. You can read to someone or be read to–it’s your choice!  You sign up for a specific timeslot, and a small…

Free

Book Buddies @ Franklin

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

Program Description: One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Ms. Cara or a Teen Volunteer to read age-appropriate material they select (on their own or with a parent/guardian). Read or be read to, you choose! A small prize will be awarded at the end of each…

Free

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.

How to Research the History of Your House @ Sussex-Wantage

Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, 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

Pirate Adventure @ Sussex-Wantage

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

Ahoy mateys! Join us on a pirate adventure! Listen to pirate stories and make your very own pirate hat! Recommended for ages 5-8. Registration begins August 1.

Free

Book Buddies @ Franklin

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

Program Description: One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Ms. Cara or a Teen Volunteer to read age-appropriate material they select (on their own or with a parent/guardian). Read or be read to, you choose! A small prize will be awarded at the end of each…

Free

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.

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.

Cookbook Club

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

Share the food stories close to your heart and home while pouring over cookbooks in community