Honoring Juneteenth
The Durand-Hedden House 523 Ridgewood Road, Maplewood, NJ, United StatesCelebrated in conjunction with the SOMA Community Coalition on Race.
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Baby Lapsit at Dorothy Henry
Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United StatesThis Storytime is developed specially for infants to 18 months old and their parent/caregivers. This is an interactive program between you and your baby. Enjoy 30 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, fingerplay, toys, and socialization with other young babies. Parents/caregivers will be introduced to early Literacy tips and things to try at home. Program Date…
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Tiny Tots Playtime @ Sussex-Wantage
Sussex-Wantage Branch 69 Route 639, Wantage, NJ, United StatesFor 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! Program Date and Time: Mondays @ 10 AM – 10:45. This is a drop-in program, registration is not required. Program Date and Time: June 5, 2023…
Summer Storytime @ Dennis
Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United StatesCome to the Dennis branch on June 19th at 11am to enjoy some stories about summer and then play with friends! Registration is requested but not mandatory. Program Date and Time: June 19th Program Start & End Time: 11am-11:45am
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Juneteenth Around the Square
The Newark Museum of Art 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ, United StatesCelebrate Juneteenth at Harriet Tubman Square with art, music, storytelling, and free access to Newark Museum of Art.Join us at Harriet Tubman Square for an engaging Juneteenth celebration, honoring the rich history and culture of African Americans and commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States. From artmaking to drummers to yard games,…
Homeschool Book Club @ Dorothy Henry
Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United StatesJoin Miss Savannah at 1:00 on Mondays for our Homeschool Book Club featuring Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief! This hour-long program will focus on language arts. The schedule will follow the three Rs: reviewing, reading and reflecting. Participants will learn elements of literary theory like plot development and narration. The program will run for…
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LEGO Club @ Dennis
Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United StatesBuilders ages 5 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…
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Monday Fun Days – Game On! @ Main Library
Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United StatesEnjoy 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…
Summer Reading In-Person Registration @ Dorothy Henry
Dorothy Henry Branch 66 Route 94, Vernon, NJ, United StatesVisit the Dorothy Henry Library to get registered for Summer Reading and grab your Summer Reading kit! Kids who register at our table during our registration times will also receive a small prize to celebrate the start of the Summer Reading Program (while supplies last). Dates and Times: Thursday, June 7 @ 3:30-5:00 Tuesday, June…
Sensory Play @ Main Library
Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United StatesJoin 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 talk among themselves. Program Date and Time: The third Monday of the month, running March through June, 4:00pm-4:30pm Monday, March 20th, 4:00pm-4:30pm…
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Read to a Dog @ Dennis
Dennis Branch 101 Main Street, Newton, NJ, United StatesGranger in his favorite holiday sweater and surrounded by his favorite books Children ages 4-13 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 Shepherd; or Richard, a loveable black Lab. Each participant gets 10 minutes of…
Third Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Van Cortlandt Golf House Van Cortlandt Park South & Bailey Avenue, Bronx, NY, United StatesVan Cortlandt Park Alliance and Bronx Arts Ensemble invite you to an evening of arts in honor of Juneteenth.The program will begin on the back deck of the Van Cortlandt Golf House with performances, including music and spoken word. Then join us for a procession with drums to the Enslaved African Burial Ground for a…
A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin
Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United StatesStorytime regulars and new friends are welcome for a relaxed music program at the library! Join Ms. Cara for an half hour of music, dancing, and songs, followed by playtime so the adults can chat. This program is for children 0-5. Due to popular demand, you can now register for either a 10am or 11am…
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Tree Identification Walk
Rockwood Hall Phelps Way, Pleasantville, NY, United StatesTree Identification WalkJoin conservation steward, Devyani Mishra, for a leisurely stroll through the Preserve to learn about trees and how to identify them. The hike will be short with frequent stops for discussion. Leashed dogs are welcome. Meet in the Visitor’s Center courtyard. Please wear sun protection, bring water to drink and wear comfortable closed-toed…
Soil Stories
The Greenhouse and Education Center at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park 679 Riverside Dr, Greenhouse, New York, NY, United StatesA self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.
A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin
Franklin Branch 103 Main Street, Franklin, NJ, United StatesStorytime regulars and new friends are welcome for a relaxed music program at the library! Join Ms. Cara for an half hour of music, dancing, and songs, followed by playtime so the adults can chat. This program is for children 0-5. Due to popular demand, you can now register for either a 10am or 11am…
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 StatesGather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.
Mah Jongg for Everyone @ Main Library
Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United StatesMah 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 Main Library to learn, play or even teach this complicated game. The most experienced players in the room facilitate the game and new faces are always…
Kids Takeover
Metuchen Town Plaza 33 Pearl Street, Metuchen, NJ, United StatesWatch out, cause the kids are TAKING OVER! School's out for summer!Watch out, cause the kids are TAKING OVER! School's out for summer! Join us for this annual Downtown Metuchen tradition where we celebrate the start of summer with fun, fun, fun all over Downtown Metuchen
Afterschool Book Club @ Main Library
Main Library 125 Morris Turnpike, Newton, NJ, United StatesAttention all 3rd and 4th Graders, join us at the Main Library for a fun and relaxing time reading together. Each month we will select a chapter book to read together. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! Registration is recommended, but not required. *Please note that beginning June 26th, the Afterschool Book Club…
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