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!
Drill down into a world of artistic exploration in this month’s Walk-in! Workshop. Using crayons and paint, young artists will emulate the Pop Art of Jim Dine as they create artwork of shovels and other handy tools. Included with admission.
Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.
Winter is here. Help us feed the birds by making your very own bird feeders. In this class participants will make bird feeders using pine cones and sun butter. Hang them up at home and enjoy watching the birds that they attract. All ages Location: Lasdon Studio (Main house garage) This is a free “make…
Our annual MLK Day celebration!A celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, his teachings of social justice, and his service to the community. This year’s Community Day features uplifting performances, hands-on activities, and opportunities to help others. There’s something for the whole family!Visitors are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items to support a local…
Help us reopen Sandy Hook's Bird Loop Trail!Engage in a community service project at Sandy Hook’s Bird Loop Trail by helping to remove vegetation (vines/bushes with thorns, spines and prickles) and debris from a fragile maritime upland forest. Celebrate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and the only national holiday designated as a National Day of…
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, beloved as one of the world’s most popular dance companies, returns to New York City Center November 29 – December 31, 2023, for an engagement that has become a joyous holiday tradition. Ailey’s extraordinary dancers will move audiences with world premieres by Amy Hall Garner and Elizabeth Roxas-Dobrish along with…
Come to the Louise Childs Library from January 4th-18th to find winter themed items hidden around the children’s section! Participants will receive a prize!
Win tickets to see The Growing Stage’s production of Carmela Full of Wishes, based on the book by Matt De La Pena, running from February 2nd through the 18th! Each person between the ages of 2 and 18 who attends a program here at Louise Childs (Between January 16 – January 27th) can enter to…
Special Program for Home-Schooled Students – 9:30 AM Tuesdays starting June 13, 2023 | 9:30 AM Elementary Education (6-12 years old) Interested in history and what life was like for children 6 through 12 years of age during the early 1900s? How about understanding what an Arboretum is and learning about the beautiful trees…
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: January 2, 9,…
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 available to use by us. Space is limited; registration…
Join the Sussex County Office of Public Health Nursing each month for a short, informative presentation about health issues that can impact you and those you love. There will be handouts to take home and free giveaways for all attendees. January 16 – National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month February 13 – Heart Health Month March…
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…
Enhance your gardening skills and plant knowledge by working side by side with the gardeners at Lasdon Park. Tasks include planting, watering, weeding, pruning, staking, deadheading, potting up, and more! Registration required. register now
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.
On January 16th at 11am, bring the little ones to the Dennis branch to work on fine motor skills while creating a beautiful, one of a kind snowflake! The library is a great place to be on a cold winter day. The children can make a perfect snowflake without even getting their hands cold. All…
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: January 2, 9,…
Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
