Walk in Workshop: Painting Summer Treats

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

Join our Walk in! Workshop and unleash your sweet Imagination by painting summer treats. From the sugary swirls of cotton candy to the tempting allure of cupcakes, and the cool joy of ice cream, our workshop is all about turning children’s favorite summer treats into mesmerizing masterpieces. Guided by the playful spirit of the legendary Wayne…

Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Sussex-Wantage

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

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.…

Book Club Buddies @ Dorothy Henry

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

Join Ms. Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read an easy reader book together each week (books provided). Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end of each session, readers will get to choose a small prize from the treasure…

Free

Virtual Book Buddies through Louise Childs

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

One-on-one summer reading support for children of all abilities, ages 2-17. Each participant is teamed with Miss Derenda or a teen volunteer to read age-appropriate material they select (on their own or with a parent/guardian). Read or be read to, you choose! A small prize will be awarded at the end of each session which…

Free

Book Club Buddies @ Franklin

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

Join Ms. Cara at the Franklin Library for Book Club Buddies, where in a small group setting, we will read an easy reader book (books provided) together each week. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! At the end of each session, readers will get to choose a small prize from the treasure chest.…

Art in the Garden

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

Cultivate creativity, curiosity, & settle into the restorative power of artmaking in the greenhouse and garden.

Thursdays @ the Amp – Patrick Fitzsimmons & Friends

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

Our free summer music series continues with Patrick Fitzsimmons & Friends. Pack up your blankets or chairs and come to the Sussex-Wantage amphitheater for this free, family event. If it rains the program will be moved indoors with seating on a first come/first served basis. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Picnickers welcome, but no alcohol.…

Event Series Tai Chi

Tai Chi

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

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…

FREE

Art and AgriCulture

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

What are the food stories that most urgently need to be shared?

Healthy on the Hudson x lululemon: HIIT

Pier 46 at Hudson River Park Hudson River Greenway, New York, NY, United States

Hudson River Park and lululemon have teamed up to bring you a dynamic lineup of free HIIT classes offered every week at HRPK's Pier 46!

Nature Poetry

Pier 57 25 11th Avenue, New York, NY, United States

Explore your creative side during these workshops that delve into the intersection of wildlife, nature and the written word.

Event Series Robison Summer Concert Series

The Dave Matthews Tribute Band

Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway, Valhalla

The Free Robison Summer Concert Series returns to Kensico Dam Plaza in Valhalla. The lineup includes: July 13, Tramps Like Us, a Bruce Springsteen Tribute Band July 27, Rikki Nicks - A Tribute to Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac Aug. 17, Zac n’ Fried - A Zach Brown Tribute Band Aug. 31, The Dave Matthews…

Free

Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival

Tymor Park 8 Tymor Park Road, Lagrangeville, NY, United States

Get ready to touch the sky as the 32nd annual Hudson Valley Hot-Air Balloon Festival features three days of family fun and excitement! There will be tethered hot-air balloon rides, full hot-air balloon rides and helicopter rides, along with fireworks every night. Plus, as a new attraction this year, there will be amusement park rides…

Event Series Friday Storytime at the Museum

Friday Storytime at the Museum

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

Museum staff and other guest readers share stories, rhymes and sing-alongs with children ages 2 to 5 years and their caregivers every Friday at 10:00 am. A $5 suggested donation is appreciated. Launched in 2005 by librarian and former Museum Trustee Penny Metsch, the program is open to all on a first-come, first-served basis, and…

Liberty Hall Museum Tour

Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ, United States

Come visit us!!

Farmer’s Market

1 E Main St 1 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ, United States

Farmer’s Market Every Friday July through October

Board Game Fridays @ Dorothy Henry

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

Stop by on Fridays for an afternoon of board game fun. We’ve got: ❖ Apples to Apples ❖ Life ❖ Dungeons & Dragons ❖ Connect 4 ❖ Exploding Kittens ❖ Werewolf ❖ Uno ❖ Candyland ❖ and More! All ages welcome. No registration required. Bring a friend, make a friend, play old favorites or learn…

Funky Friday at The Gazebo

10 E Main St 10 East Main Street, Freehold, NJ, United States

Funky Friday at The Gazebo 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Library Closed Today

Our buildings may be closed, but you can still place holds, download eBooks and eAudio, instantly access movies, music and TV, visit our digital newsstand, and more. Go to eLibrary under the Access Your Library tab to get started.

Plein Air Painting

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

Plein Air PaintingExperience nature through painting! Learn the watercolor technique under the guidance of award-winning artist, Anne Johann, as you absorb the beauty of the landscape before you. You may bring your own supplies if you have them; if not, supplies will be provided. Recommended supplies include: a watercolor set, paintbrushes, watercolor paper, easel, pencil,…