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…
A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.
A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin: Music time for young children! 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…
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Sussex County Division of Senior Services presents Healthcare 101: Understanding Benefits. Topics covered include: *An overview of private and public coverage plans and options *Transitions to Medicare – Social Security – Medicare A & B *Prescription Drug Coverage & Extra Help programs (NJ Family Care – Medicaid) *The wonderful wellness programs offered through the Division…
What could you make if you only could use purple materials? You’ll get a chance to see in our Walk-in! Workshop in November. We’ll be making vibrant abstract art only in shades of purple in honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. Come and join this fun challenge!
This storytime is developed specially for children ages 3 – 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. Registration is required for…
Did you know that you can make your own maple syrup right in your backyard? Come by to learn about the equipment you will need, identifying sugar maples in all seasons, the right way to tap trees, and how to turn sap from maples in your yard into syrup on your pancakes! Sessions will meet…
Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on Tuesday afternoons for an hour of fun and educational STEAM activities! This program is specially designed for our homeschooled patrons looking to add some extra activities to their programs. Each week will be a new topic, ranging from chemistry to music to biology to technology and…
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 Main Library to learn, play or even teach this complicated game. The most experienced players in the room facilitate the game and new faces are always…
On February 27th, travel back in time to the mid-1800’s and learn how the pioneers of the Western Frontier lived as they made their way across the mountains and rivers to start a new life. Find out what hardtack biscuits taste like, decide what you would pack in your wagon if you were making the…
Join us for a two mile history hike along Sandy Hook's Fisherman's Trail out to the tip! Spectacular views of New York Harbor!Join a ranger for an afternoon hike to the tip of Sandy Hook and see New York Harbor like never before! From lightships and the Sandy Hook Pilots to the modern-day Coast Guard,…
Come to the Louise Childs Library for a Lego Club geared towards little builders! The LEGOS and Duplos will be out for builders ages 0-6 to play and meet new friends. Great for families with little ones or those who homeschool! This is a drop-in event, registration not required. *Please do not bring your own…
Swing by the Dennis branch on February 27th and learn about reverse coloring pages, and then create your very own! Reverse coloring pages are a lot of fun- you start out with the colors and you get to doodle the edges, lines, and shapes to turn an abstract splash of colors into something fun and…
Middle School can be demanding on kids. The Dorothy Henry Library invites kids ages 11-13 to stop by the community room after school on Mondays and/or Tuesdays from 3:45-4:45 to decompress and hang out. Kids can work on homework, read, watch videos, play a game, do a craft or just hang out in a space…
Attention all tweens! Join us at the Main Library for a fun and relaxing time reading aloud together after school. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! Registration is recommended, but not required. Program Dates: Tuesdays, January through March January 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th February 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th March 5th,…
Military veterans and service members can experience the Intrepid Museum after hours with a behind-the-scenes tour and catered dinner.Intrepid After Hours: Behind the Scenes of Intrepid Museum's CollectionJoin fellow current and former service members to get a closer look at the Intrepid Museum’s collection! Director of Collections Danielle Swanson and Senior Archivist Jenn Milani will…
Come to the Louise Childs Library on February 27th for a fun night of playing board games or doing puzzles with friends or family! The library’s collection will be available or feel free to bring your own. This is a drop-in program. Program Date: Tuesday, February 27th Program Start & End Time: 6-7:30pm
Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on Tuesday evenings for a bedtime storytime! Bring your best teddy and comfiest jammies, if you feel like it or just come as you are, and join us for a relaxing storytime for the whole family to wind down on Tuesday evenings. Program Dates: 01/2, 1/9, 1/16,…
