Walk-in Workshop: Purple Collage

Staten Island Children’s Museum 1000 Richmond Terrace, Building M, Staten Island, NY, United States

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!

Winter Homeschool Book Club @ Dorothy Henry

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

Join Miss Savannah at 1:00 on Mondays for the winter session of our Homeschool Book Club featuring the second book of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, The Sea of Monsters! This is a drop-in program, no registration is required. Each week we will revisit what we did the week before, read a chapter together, then…

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…

Sensory-Friendly Storytime @ Main Library

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

The program has been designed for children of all ages and their families with sensory sensitivities.  Enjoy 20 minutes of stories, music, rhymes, and movement followed by 10 minutes of play.  You are encouraged to bring your own comfort items or just enjoy the sensory toys we have available. Registration is limited to 6 children…

Free

LEGO Club @ Dennis

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

Builders ages 7 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…

After School Tween Hour @ Dorothy Henry

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

Middle School can be demanding on tweens. The Dorothy Henry Library invites kids ages 11-13 to stop by the community room after school on Mondays and Tuesdays from 3:45-4:45 to decompress and hang out. Tweens can work on homework, read, watch videos, play games, do a craft or just hang out in a space that’s…

Sensory Friendly Playtime @ 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 have an opportunity to talk among themselves. Space is limited; registration is required. Monday afternoons: October 30, November 20, December 4, 4:00pm-4:30pm

Free

Origami Workshop @ Sussex-Wantage

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

Challenge yourself with different Origami projects and learn as you go. Instruction and supplies provided. All ages welcome. No registration required.

Read to a Dog @ Dennis

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

Children, tweens and teens 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 of shepherds; or Richard, a loveable black Lab. Reading aloud increases self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. These dogs are gentle…

Read to a Dog @ Sussex-Wantage

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

Children ages 5-10 are invited to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to wonderful, certified therapy dogs. Each child will have 10-15 minutes of one-on-one reading time. Therapy dogs are great listeners, and never interrupt. Children who read aloud gain self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. Register for a specific…

Original New Yorkers: Indigenous History of NY

Original New Yorkers: Indigenous History of NYThe New York that you know today wasn't always this way. Join us for a virtual presentation and learn about the Native Nations who inhabited this land before colonization. This special program in honor of Native American Heritage Month will feature guest speaker, Heather Bruegl, citizen of the Oneida…

Tree Planting Tuesday

Van Cortlandt Park Golf Course 115 Van Cortlandt Park South, Bronx, NY, United States

Help plant over 500 trees in the Croton Woods of Van Cortlandt Park with NYC Parks and VCPA!Roll up your sleeves and join us for a satisfying morning of tree planting in the Croton Woods, enhancing the park’s ecology, one tree at a time.VCPA will provide gloves and tools. Volunteers should bring water and wear…

Late Fall Toddler Storytime @ Sussex-Wantage

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

Join us at any of the Sussex County libraries for 6 more weeks of toddler storytime. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Registration is required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children ages 18 months – 3 years old. Themes: Week of November 6th: Goats Week of November…

Free

A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin (Session 1)

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

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 two sessions. Please register for either 10am or 11am. Program Dates: Nov 7,…

Free

Kids Art Classes at the Museum

Hoboken Historical Museum 1301 Hudson St, Hoboken, NJ, United States

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…

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.

Late Fall Preschool Storytime @ Sussex-Wantage

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

Join us at any of the Sussex County libraries for 6 more weeks of preschool storytime. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Registration is required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children ages 3 -5 years old. Themes: Week of November 6th: Goats Week of November 13th: Harvest/Thanksgiving…

Free

A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin (Session 2)

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

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 two sessions. Please register for either 10am or 11am. Program Dates: Nov 7,…

Free

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.

Sauté Sizzle Savor

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

Crafting Storied Recipes with Community Supported Agriculture