Children ages 3-10 are invited to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to Harley, a wonderful, certified therapy dog. Each child will have 10-15 minutes of one-on-one reading time. Harley is a great listener, and never interrupts. Children who read aloud gain self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. Register for…
This game-based presentation presents the health risks of vaping, and the latest ploys marketers are using to get you to ignore them, in an engaging, interactive format. All attendees will receive a wristband and the top 3 places will receive additional prizes. Presented by Tania Bansemer from the Center for Prevention & Counseling. Registration begins…
Kick off the Newark Arts Festival at the NMOA!You’re invited to a special opening reception kicking off Newark Arts Festival 2023 and celebrating the Festival’s signature exhibition. Titled Cross Cultural Perspectives, this compelling group exhibition featuring a remarkable roster of 90+ visual artists from Newark and beyond occupies the Special Exhibition Gallery plus expansive spaces…
The Cover-to-Cover Book Club meets the fourth Wednesday of each month, in person, at the Sussex-Wantage branch. The title for September is Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak. Click on the title to reserve a copy for pickup. Come be part of the discussion. No registration required. For more information email Pat Daly at [email protected]
Phoenix Festival – Live Arts in Nyack returns for its Second Season! Sept. 28-Oct. 21, 2023. Join us for this annual celebration of arts and culture in the beautiful riverside town of Nyack. The event features live indoor/outdoor performances of classical theater, music, dance, local culture, and more! Fun for all ages! Tickets on sale…
This event is an information event for volunteering at The Borgen Project. The Borgen Project is a nonprofit organization that advocates for the world’s poor and meets with congressional leaders to help reduce global poverty.
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. No registration required.
Children are invited to move to the music while enjoying a variety of activities with instruments, finger plays, and silly songs! These activities develop motor skills, listening skills, and language skills while having fun interaction with others! Recommended for ages 0-5. Register children only beginning September 14.
Weekly Toddler Storytime runs through October 26. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities. Separate registration required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children 18 months-3 years old. Registration begins 2 weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Bats Join us in the weeks to come for: Cats, Dragons, Earth, Fall/Halloween
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…
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Explore the natural world around us!These programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, story time, animal visitors, and crafts. Children ages 3 -5.$4 cash per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may…
Weekly preschool storytime runs through October 26. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Recommended for children ages 3-5 years old. Registration begins two weeks before each program date. Today’s theme: Bats Join us in the weeks to come for: Cats, Dragons, Earth, Fall/Halloween
Join Miss Gezi and Miss Derenda at the Louise Childs library for a bilingual storytime! Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs in English and Spanish! The program will take place on the following Thursdays from 12:00-12:45pm. The program will be geared for 3-5 year olds although younger siblings are welcome to attend! ¡Únase a Miss Gezi…
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 Sussex-Wantage to learn, play or even teach this complicated game. The most experienced players in the room facilitate the game and new faces are always welcome.…
Join us on the Fairy Trail for our fall building day! Each family will receive materials to create a fairy house on our trail as we prepare our trail for the season of fall. A fairy themed craft and scavenger hunt will also be included. Program will be held outdoors, and is fair weather only…
LEGO enthusiasts ages 6 and up are invited to come and build with the library’s extensive LEGO collection. Expand your creativity and imagination while working with others or building on your own. LEGOs are provided so please don’t bring your own unless you are donating them to the library collection.
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…
Join us on Thursday evenings in September for an upbeat and energizing dance aerobics class led by Genesis Perdomo Santos with the backdrop of golden hour on the East River! Genesis will lead an interval-style dance fitness class that has effective aerobic and strength training with a combo of fast and slow tunes to tone…
Join senior teachers from the New York School of T’ai Chi Chuan for an introductory class on Randall’s Island! This will include a short demo followed by a class teaching some of the basic movements found in the Tai Chi form. This class will be easy to follow, enjoyable, and both energizing and relaxing! Tai…
