Early Spring Pre-K Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

This storytime is developed specially for children ages 3 – 5 and their parent/caregiver. Enjoy 45 minutes of books, songs, rhymes, socialization, and a craft with other young children and their parent/caregiver. Each session of preschool storytime consists of a variety of activities that incorporate reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing. Registration is required for…

Free

Tiny Tots @ Dorothy Henry

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

At a new time on Thursdays and Saturdays! Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on select days for 45 minutes of play and fun! 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. …

Walk-in Workshop: Purple Collage

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

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!

NEW DATE – Chair Yoga @ Dennis

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

Join us for an introduction to Gentle Hatha Chair Yoga with Norma Brand from The Quantum Journey Studio. Participants should wear loose-fitting clothing and bring a towel and water bottle as desired. Today’s class was originally scheduled for February 13. If you had registered for that date, you are still on the list! If not,…

Free

Backyard Sugaring @ Muscoot Farm

Did you know that you can make your own maple syrup right in your backyard? Come by to learn about the equipment you will need, identifying sugar maples in all seasons, the right way to tap trees, and how to turn sap from maples in your yard into syrup on your pancakes! Sessions will meet…

English-Spanish Bilingual Storytime @ Louise Childs

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

Join Miss Gezi, retired Spanish teacher, and Miss Derenda at the Louise Childs library for a English Spanish Bilingual Storytime! Enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs in English and Spanish, a great way to expose little ones to another language! The program will take place on the following Thursdays from 2:00-2:45pm. While the program is geared…

Free

Homework Help: Spanish @ Louise Childs

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

Miss Gezi, retired Spanish teacher, will be available at the Louise Childs Library for anyone who needs help with their Spanish homework! Bring your assignments or just stop by if you need some extra tutoring! Space is limited, registration is strongly encouraged. If you can no longer attend, please call the library at 973-770-1000. If…

Free

The Dragon Society: D&D for Teens @ Franklin

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

With Ms. Cara as your Dungeon Master and guide, leap into a dangerous world where reality is shaped by thoughts and ideals. Tell a story together with new friends, and figure out what is going wrong in the city of Sigil. Beginners welcome! All you need to bring is yourself and a willingness to roll…

Free

European River Cruising in England, France & Germany @ Main Library

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

Travel Advisor Christy Mahon will help you set your itinerary for cruise vacations in England, France, and Germany. Christy will highlight the history, culture, beer, wine, food, and the best sightseeing options for major cities and pastoral countryside towns. River cruise vacations will be featured. Light refreshments will be served. Please register in advance so…

Free

Monthly Origami Workshop @ Dorothy Henry

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

Learn the Japanese art of paper folding with Aldo!* Different projects every month. Paper provided. All ages welcome! Register below for event reminders and updates. *Aldo Putignano is a freelance artist, teacher and origami creator whose designs are featured annually on the American Museum of Natural History holiday tree.

Free
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

Painting Nature

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

Wildlife and nature-inspired art is just a brush stroke away!

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

Regrow Your Veggies @ Dennis

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

Did you know that celery, scallions, and a whole assortment of herbs can be regrown from kitchen scraps? Stop in and view our display on how to regrow these veggies and so many more. The first 12 people to view the display will also be able to paint a glass jar and take it home…

Makers Day Garden Seed Swap @ Dennis

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

Celebrate Makers Day by expanding your garden! Bring a packet. Take a packet. It’s that simple. Open seed packets no longer wanted are welcome. Stop in any time before close of business on Saturday, no registration required. The first 30 Makers Day participants will also take home a flower seedling in a mini pot.

MAKERS DAY @ Main Library

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

Join in on Makers Day fun at the Main Library! NJ Makers Day celebrates maker cultures across New Jersey. Hands-on crafts and activities, as well as make and take crafts, will be available all day. Friday, March 15th St. Patrick’s Day Agamographs (kids) all day in the children’s area – in this optical illusion, color…

Sensory Hike: Rise and Shine!

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

Sensory Hike: Rise and Shine!Awaken your senses and tune in to nature in this embodied experience with Linda Parker. You’ll be amazed at what you notice when you home in on one sense at a time. Take this opportunity to quiet your mind and connect with the forest using this unique approach. We’ll begin with…

Makers Day Plant Markers @ Dennis

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

Celebrate Makers Day by decorating your own plant marker! Using crayons and markers, decorate the flower shaped plant marker any way you’d like. You can even use thin markers to write the name of a plant you’ll be growing in the spring and then put it in your planter or garden. For ages 3 and…

Early Spring Toddler Storytime @ Main Library

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

Join us at any of the Sussex County libraries for 6 more weeks of toddler storytime. Come in for songs, rhymes, stories, and activities each week. Registration is required for each week you plan to attend. Recommended for children ages 18 months – 3 years old. Week of Feb 19 Socks (no program for Dennis…

Free