Come to the Louise Childs Library to learn how to make your own scarf and be prepared for the chilly weather this fall! Miss Derenda will demonstrate different techniques such as crochet, knit and finger knitting so you can complete your own scarf! Materials will be provided. Come to either one or both sessions listed.…
Light-up origami designs have been around for a while — but this adorable jumping frog takes it to new levels. Press the frog down, and the LED eyes start to glow. Release the frog, and it leaps across the table. If you’re lucky, it may even do a little flip in the air! On…
Learn to sew in a fun way! Students will learn the basics of sewing on a sewing machine while making a tote bag. Come to the Louise Childs Library on Sept. 223rd and Oct. 7th at 10am to learn how to sew on a sewing machine! Join Kathy Kresnosky, retired teacher and sewing instructor, to…
Have you ever noticed all the glass you encounter every day in the city? From mosaics in the subway to windows in skyscrapers, glass makes our city a more vibrant and exciting place. Join us for Open Studios: Fall in the City and discover the many ways glass shapes the world around us with an…
Join us in exploring different tie-dye techniques and make your own tie-dye bandana! You will leave with a prepared bandana that you will take home to unfold when it dries. Recommended for ages 10-18. Registration begins September 9. Attendance is limited so please call the branch at 973 875-3940, option 2, if you cannot make…
Stitching Tales knitting and crochet club welcomes practitioners of all ages and abilities, including those looking to learn. This group meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month. No registration required. New participants always welcome.
Join Miss Savannah to explore the world of fiber arts! Craft options include weaving, sewing, needle felting, wet felting, embroidery and cross stitch. Bring your ongoing project or start a new one. For ages 10 and up. Registration begins September 13.
Calling all adult crafters: do you Crochet, knit, cross-stitch or embroider? Perhaps needlepoint is your forte. A brand new group focusing on the art of needlework crafts is forming. Join branch librarian Sara Branagan and share projects you are currently working on or those you’d like to complete in the future. Learn new stitches or…
Come to the Dennis branch on October 4th at 5pm and get into the autumn sort of mood! Children ages 4-10 are invited to make an autumn leaf weaving placemat just in time for leaf peeping season. Program Date: October 4th Program Start & End Time: 5-5:30pm
Kids ages 5-11 are invited to join Miss Kim at the Main Library for drop-in seasonal crafts on select Monday afternoons from 3:30pm-4:30pm in the community room! Themes: October 2nd – Fall October 23rd – Halloween November 13th – Fall December 11th – Winter No registration required, but supplies are limited. Crafts will be available…
Come to the Dennis branch on October 25th and make your own walking spider just in time for Halloween! Once you put it together, have fun making it walk around without even touching it. This craft is for ages 2-8. Registration is required.
Join Miss Savannah on Halloween for a fun craft and spooky story! Costumes are encouraged! Program Date: 10/31 Program Start & End Time: 6:00-6:30
Calling all teen fiber artists! Do you know the basics of crochet? Want to learn how to make an autumn leaf? On November 4th at 11am, Miss Alana will meet you in the community room with a crochet hook, yarn, and instructions for making a few different styles of leaves. Play around and see what…
Join Miss Savannah on select Wednesday/Saturday afternoons to explore the world of fiber arts! Crafters can bring their ongoing projects or start new ones. A new project every week! Ages 10+. Dates: 11/4: Holiday ornament: Participants will make a felt holiday ornament 11/18: Holiday gift pt. 1: Participants will chose between an embroidered gift, a…
Calling all adult crafters: do you Crochet, knit, cross-stitch or embroider? Perhaps needlepoint is your forte. A brand new group focusing on the art of needlework crafts is forming. Join branch librarian Sara Branagan and share projects you are currently working on or those you’d like to complete in the future. Learn new stitches or…
Kids ages 5-11 are invited to join Miss Kim at the Main Library for drop-in seasonal crafts on select Monday afternoons from 3:30pm-4:30pm in the community room! Themes: October 2nd – Fall October 23rd – Halloween November 13th – Fall December 11th – Winter No registration required, but supplies are limited. Crafts will be available…
Come to the Louise Childs Library on the following dates for some fun crafts! Each day will be a different seasonal craft! Registration is required as supplies are limited. All materials will be provided. Program Dates: Tuesday, Nov. 14th Tuesday, Nov. 21st Tuesday, Dec. 5th Thursday, Dec. 7th Program Start & End Time: 4:00pm –…
Celebrate Dinovember at the Dennis Branch! Every Wednesday evening through the month of November, there is a fun dinosaur related event. Calling all teens! Make some unusual dinosaur jewelry on November 15th at 5pm.
Due to popular demand, American Girl Doll Club is back! This is a fun way to make new friends, learn about historical dolls, and participate in crafts. Join us for our first session–we will be making a tasty treat and doing a weaving craft. Dolls are always welcome to join us, but are not required.…
Learn to sew in a fun way! Students will learn the basics of sewing on a sewing machine while making a zippered pouch. Come to the Louise Childs Library on Nov. 18th at 10am to learn how to sew on a sewing machine! Join Kathy Kresnosky, retired teacher and sewing instructor, to learn the basics…
