RE@D Book Club

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

Readers Engage @ Dennis (RE@D!) book club meets in-person the third Friday of each month to discuss our current group pick. The title for March is The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman, available in regular and large print, and on audio CD. Click on the title to request a copy in your preferred format.…

Preschool Art and Story Time

Lasdon Park 2610 Amawalk Road, Route 35, Katonah, NY

Each class will begin by reading a children’s story that is connected to nature. We will then use the story for inspiration and create an art project based on the story. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Class will meet in the Lasdon Studio located in the garage of the main house.…

$15

Nonfiction Book Club @ Dorothy Henry

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

If you enjoy books with true stories and factual information, this is the book discussion group for you. Join us each month or just for titles that spark your interest. New members are always welcome. The selection for March is The Nineties by Chuck Klosterman, available in print at several SCLS locations. Click on the…

Free

Watercolor Landscape Demonstration with Artist David Rush @ Louise Childs

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

Witness the painting of a watercolor landscape from beginning to end! Professional artist David Rush will follow a traditional format, using simplified shapes and a limited pallet.  He will also utilize various textures to enhance the image, explaining the steps and his process as the painting progresses. Registration required.

Free

Demystify Your Device: Tech Help with Teens @ Louise Childs

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

If you ever ask yourself any of the following questions. . . How can I take and send pictures using my phone? How can I install an app? How does my email work? How do I mute my phone? How can I use talk to text? How can I use Facebook on my phone/iPad? How…

Free

Makers Day: Pope John High School FIRST Tech Challenge Robotics Team 248 Fatal Error @ Louise Childs

Louise Childs Branch 21 Stanhope Sparta Rd, Stanhope, NJ, United States

Team 248 Fatal Error of Pope John High School is bringing their FIRST Tech Challenge competition robot to the library for Makers Day! The team will give robot demonstrations, teachi early engineering skills to children and answer questions about their experience and how everyone can be involved in robotics through FIRST. This is a drop-in…

Women in Space: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Learn about the women who made our space achievements possible.Our presence in space would not be possible without the work of Women in Astronomy and Aeronautics. Learn about the women who have made our achievements possible, and what the future holds. Join us for some astronomy activities and learn about stargazing as we enjoy the…

Family Fossil Excavation

Center for Science Teaching & Learning 1450 Tanglewood Road, Rockville Centre, NY

Come face to face with fossils and fossil casts, learn how fossils can teach us about prehistoric life, and dig up some fossils of your own! March 15th 6:30-7:30 Register at CSTL.org

$15

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s New York City Center Season November 29 – December 31, 2023

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…

$32

Makers Day – Something for Everyone @ Franklin

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

Celebrate Makers Day at Franklin Library. There will be take-and-make crafts, and S.T.E.M. activities revolving around our solar system. Bring a favorite picture or print and we’ll help you make it into a magnet! All ages welcome to participate while supplies last. No registration required. New Jersey Makers Day is a statewide event held at…

Winter Wolves @ Wolf Conservation Center

Winter offers families a unique opportunity to visit the wolves during their favorite time of year. Learn about the mythology, biology and ecology of wolf families and discover why this season is such a magical time for packs in North America. Whether the wolves are living on the Arctic tundra or the woodlands of the…

Pancake Brunch

Teatown 1600 Spring Valley Rd, Ossining, NY

By far our tastiest annual tradition! Start your day off with stacks of hotcakes and maple syrup, hot coffee, sausages, and more. Then visit Warren’s Sugar House for a demonstration of how our “liquid gold” is produced. Cap off the day with crafts celebrating the magnificent Sugar Maple tree.

Beginner’s Yoga Club @ Main Library

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

The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. and Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. This is gentle yoga for adults, led by volunteers. No experience is necessary and no registration required. Participation is on a first-come, first-admitted basis, until the room is full. Wear loose clothing and come prepared to relax and make new…

Leprechaun Scavenger Hunt: Children’s Program, $4 per child upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Join us for a treasure hunt!Every March, tiny leprechauns come out and hide their gold all over the forest for park patrons to find. Let’s explore the Preserve and see what they left behind! Appropriate for ages 6+.$4 per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable…

Makers Day: Giant Tissue Paper Party Flowers with Wendy Ransom @ Dorothy Henry

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

Have you seen the beautiful giant paper flowers on display at Dorothy Henry? Do you want to try making your own? Celebrate Makers Day 2024 by joining local art teacher, Wendy Ransom, to create your own Whimsical Giant Flower for any occasion. Step-by-step easy folding and directions. No experience required. All supplies included. Go home…

Free

Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program

Thomas Jefferson Park 2180 1st Ave., New York, NY, United States

The Randall’s Island Park Alliance, in partnership with City Parks Foundation, continues to offer the Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program! This free weekly track & field youth program is available to youth ages 8-16 and enables participants to learn the fundamentals of the sport and stay active. Activities will focus on running techniques…

FREE

The “Little Women” Experience

In this Women’s History Month youth workshop, participants aged 9 – 15 will explore concepts in history, personal development, literacy and art through “Little Women” film clips and excerpts.

Forest Therapy: Equinox Celebration

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

Forest Therapy: Equinox CelebrationEmbrace change with mindful movement, nature observation, community, and tea with the trees. Led by Mindful Outdoor Guide and certified Forest Therapist, Cindy Olsen, this experience will be an opportunity to celebrate the natural world in honor of the vernal equinox on March 19. Meet in the Visitor’s Center courtyard. Warm blankets,…