Winter offers families a unique opportunity to visit the wolves during their favorite time of year. Learn about the mythology, biology and ecology of wolf families and discover why this season is such a magical time for packs in North America. Whether the wolves are living on the Arctic tundra or the woodlands of the…

Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! Whether you are new to our Farm or have been a tried-and-true weekly volunteer, come and join us on the Farm. No registration required. Volunteers must be at least 10 years old. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who…

Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! Whether you are new to our Farm or have been a tried-and-true weekly volunteer, come and join us on the Farm. No registration needed. All ages welcome. No more than 2 children under the age of 10 per adult volunteer. Anyone under the age of…

Create your own work of art!Learn about the life of the influential modernist painter Georgia O'Keeffe. Then learn to paint your own work of art in her style!Adult Program only! All materials are provided!$4 per adult upon arrival. No parking fee in effect. Reservations are required. Please make sure all adults in your party have…

Learn how to accent your family photos with beautiful scrapbook pages!Make a nature inspired scrapbook keepsake to highlight your favorite photos! Supplies will be provided. Please bring pictures and any other special items you would like to add to your pages.$4 cash per person upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited.…

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!

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Stoke up the fire, it’s sugaring season at Teatown! From tapping to collecting, boiling to bottling, Teatown’s naturalists will be in Warren’s Sugar House sharing facts and folklore about this sweet time of year.

Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s most ambitious presentation of its unique, complex, and culturally diverse permanent collection in over two decades. Free with Museum admission. Capacity is limited to 25…

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…

2024 Winter Concert Series – Long Island Baroque Ensemble Sunday, March 10, 2024 1:00 PM Free Photography by Heather

In Dec. 1985, Westchester County purchased an estate that has since been developed into Lasdon Park. However, before then, the property had quite a history. Lasdon Curator Gigi will present a powerpoint using old photos and newspaper clippings about Lasdon before it was a county park. Join us for some refreshment as we find out…

If you like butterflies, moths may become your new favorite group of insects. Witness the multitude of colors, patterns and variety that Mother Nature has given these (mostly) nocturnal flyers. Don Traylor will help you discover the many moths that inhabit the woods and fields of northern New Jersey; and talk about their niche in the…

Presented by History At Play (TM) Sponsored by Rockefeller State Park PreserveThe first woman from Massachusetts to earn a college degree, Lucy Stone was an ardent supporter of human rights.Her impassioned speeches motivated prominent figures such as Susan B. Anthony and countless other women across the country to push boundaries and change the course of…

Based on the book Pinkalicious by Victoria Kann & Elizabeth Kann, the long-running hit Pinkalicious The Musical makes its State Theatre New Jersey debut! The one-hour musical, for kids ages 2-7, is based on the best-selling children's book “Pinkalicious” by Elizabeth Kann and Victoria Kann. In Pinkalicious The Musical, Pinkalicious can't stop eating pink cupcakes…

Farmingdale's St. Patrick's Day Parade ~ Sunday 3/10/24, 2 pm Parade step off is 2pm sharp from Northside School, the parade proceeds south down Main Street to the Village Green, 361 Main St.  Join the community for a great Parade & fun day in downtown Farmingdale!  Explore the many downtown merchants, shop & dine local ~…

Join El Museo’s Museum Educators on a free gallery tour to explore and discuss the on-view sections of the exhibition, Something Beautiful: Reframing La Colección is El Museo del Barrio’s most ambitious presentation of its unique, complex, and culturally diverse permanent collection in over two decades. Free with Museum admission. Capacity is limited to 25…

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…

Come enjoy 45 minutes of uninterrupted time with your little one while we sing, wiggle, dance, play, and learn!  You’ll have so much fun you won’t realize how much learning is taking place!  If program is filled, please call the Sussex-County branch to be put on a waiting list. For babies, toddlers, and preschoolers and…

This Storytime is developed specially for infants to 24 months old and their parents/caregivers. This is an interactive program between you and your baby. Enjoy 45 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. This is…

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…

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…

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…

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!

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

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…

Week of Feb 19 Socks (No storytime at Dennis and Franklin – Library Closed) Week of Feb 26 Leap Day! Week of March 4 Unicorns Week of March 11 Makers Day Week of March 18 Weather Week of March 25 The Moon (No storytime at Main Library – Library Closed) Program Dates: Mondays: Dennis Branch…

Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.

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…

Enjoy 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 most Mondays at 1:00, and new players are always welcome. This is a drop-in game time for adults,…

Join Miss Savannah at 1:00 on Mondays for our Homeschool Book Club featuring Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters! This hour-long program will focus on language arts. The schedule will follow the three Rs: reviewing, reading and reflecting. This program is specifically designed for children at least 8 years old. Please do not register…

Children ages 5-10 are invited to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to wonderful, certified therapy dogs. Each child will have 10-15 minutes of one-on-one reading time. Harley and Hugo are great listeners, and never interrupt. Children who read aloud gain self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. Register for a…

The Delectable Delights Cookbook Book Club invites you to join in for a great night of food, friends and fun! This month we are choosing recipes from Taste of Home Family Farmhouse Dinners and Rachel’s Irish Family Food . Both titles are available at the Dennis Library circulation desk. Stop in and choose a recipe,…

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…

Special Program for Home-Schooled Students – 9:30 AM Tuesdays starting June 13, 2023 | 9:30 AM Elementary Education (6-12 years old)   Interested in history and what life was like for children 6 through 12 years of age during the early 1900s? How about understanding what an Arboretum is and learning about the beautiful trees…

A self-guided cozy nook in the greenhouse with curated books, games, and artmaking for quiet moments to enjoy with plants.

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…

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 available to use by us. Space is limited; registration…

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…

A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin: Music time for young children! Storytime regulars and new friends are welcome for a relaxed music program at the library! Join Ms. Cara for a half hour of music, dancing, and songs; followed by playtime so the adults can chat. Due to popular demand, we are offering…

Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!

Gather around the table for collectively-crafted meals and food stories.

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!

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

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…

A Little Music for Little Ears @ Franklin: Music time for young children! Storytime regulars and new friends are welcome for a relaxed music program at the library! Join Ms. Cara for a half hour of music, dancing, and songs; followed by playtime so the adults can chat. Due to popular demand, we are offering…

Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library for a tower challenge! Participants will be given various items and tasked to build a tower with two goals and a time limit of fifteen minutes: make the tower as tall as you can and use as many items as you can to build it! Points are…

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…

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 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…

Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on Tuesday afternoons for an hour of fun and educational STEAM activities! This program is specially designed for our homeschooled patrons looking to add some extra activities to their programs. Each week will be a new topic, ranging from chemistry to music to biology to technology and…

Attention STEM enthusiasts! March is New Jersey STEM Month and the Dennis branch is celebrating with a host of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics programs for kids of all ages. March 12th at 1pm: Homeschool STEM! Children ages 3-6 will learn about the solar system and make a solar system craft to take home!

Attention STEM enthusiasts! March is New Jersey STEM Month and the Dennis branch is celebrating with a host of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics programs for kids of all ages. March 6th at 2:00pm: Children ages 7-12 are invited to plan and build a maze for a bot using planks, connectors, bumper balls, pinwheels, and…

Join the Afterschool Fun!Happy St. Patrick's Day! Go on a good luck scavenger hunt around Liberty Hall and learn the history of St. Patrick! Make your own St. Patty's Day good luck cards to bring home while listening to a favorite St. Patrick's Day story. The program is designed for students in grades 1st to…

Attention all tweens! Join us at the Main Library for a fun and relaxing time reading aloud together after school. Listen or take turns reading, it’s your choice! Registration is recommended, but not required. Program Dates: Tuesdays, January through March January 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, and 30th February 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th March 5th,…

Attention STEM enthusiasts! March is New Jersey STEM Month and the Dennis branch is celebrating with a host of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics programs for kids of all ages. March 12th at 6pm: Teens ages 13-17 can make a life cycle of a star bookmark using beads to represent the different stages of a…

Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

Join Miss Savannah at the Dorothy Henry Library on Tuesday evenings for a bedtime storytime! Bring your best teddy and comfiest jammies, if you feel like it or just come as you are, and join us for a relaxing storytime for the whole family to wind down on Tuesday evenings.  This is a drop-in program. …

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…

Looking for something to do with your 3-5 year old? Bring them to the farm for a fun morning of stories, crafts, animal and nature activities, and more! Pre-registration required with one ticket per child and caregiver.

Volunteer with the Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful! Team RIVER Volunteers regularly work in with the Natural Areas team twice a month taking care of and restoring our natural spaces on the island. With our Horticulture team, volunteers care for the many gardens and meadows on…

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.       Program Dates: Wednesdays, January through March Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024 Wednesday, January 10th, 2024 Wednesday, January 17th, 2024 Wednesday, January 24th, 2024 Wednesday,…

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…

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! This is a drop-in program, registration is not required. Please note the group does not meet on the first Wednesday of the month! Program Dates: 3/13 3/20 3/27…

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!

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

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…

Join the Friends of the E. Louise Childs Library for discussion about mental health. To start the group will define and give examples of what is generally considered optimal mental health.  The facilitator will present mental health theories from the works of Abraham Maslow, Henry Stack Sullivan, and Carl Rogers. Next, the focus will be…

Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.

Laura, a.k.a. The Traveling Yogi, is back by popular demand! Join Laura the traveling yogi for a multi-level yoga class designed to increase your strength, flexibility and balance. The postures will challenge both beginner and advanced students alike. Options will be given with most poses so that participants can customize their own yoga experience. Yoga –…

Music, movement, stories, play, and fun! A special program for our youngest visitors, held every Wednesday in Toddler Beach. Limited to 12 guests (plus 1 caregiver). Ages 6 months - 30 months Free with Museum admission, first come first served. Sign up at admission desk.

Tales on the Trails – Bird Nests Wednesdays, 1-1:45 PM Age: Preschool 3-5 year olds Learn about how and why birds build their nests this time of year and what materials they use. Look at real bird nests, and make a bird nest craft to bring home. Enjoy a stroll through the gardens in search…

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…

The Needlers are open to anyone with a love of handiwork—knitters, crocheters, embroiderers and counted cross stitchers are all welcome! Share patterns, learn new stitches and make new friends. New members always welcome. No registration required.

Join 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. Space is limited; registration is required.

You are cordially invited...Enjoy our tremendously popular tea service! In the grand tradition of Mary Alice (Barney) Kean, the last lady of the house, join Liberty Hall for its exquisite Afternoon Tea. Guests will be treated to tea and delicious English-style cuisine and desserts. Including, a sumptuous selection of scones, assorted pastries, traditional finger sandwiches,…

Whenever kids come to the Dennis branch for programs, the toys and activities seem to take center stage. On March 13th, they can enjoy 2 full hours of playing with all of the toys, squishing all of the Play Doh, coloring all the coloring pages, and enjoying socializing with other kids who just want to…

New Jersey Makers Day is a statewide event held at over 250 libraries, museums and schools celebrating the inventor, maker, artist and scientist in us all. The Sussex-Wantage branch is participating in this special event on Wednesday, March 13th. We invite all youth to join us between the hours of 4-6 PM and let your…

Children, tweens and teens 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 of shepherds; or Richard, a loveable black Lab. Reading aloud increases self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. These dogs are gentle…

Children ages 5-10 are invited to practice their reading skills by reading aloud to wonderful, certified therapy dogs. Each child will have 10-15 minutes of one-on-one reading time. Harley and Hugo are great listeners, and never interrupt. Children who read aloud gain self-esteem, confidence, public speaking skills and a love of reading. Register for a…

Space Rocks: Asteroids, Comets, and MeteoritesDid you know that up to 100 tons of dust and sand-sized particles from space bombard Earth daily?!Thankfully, most of it doesn’t make it through our atmosphere. However, the larger meteorites that do survive offer a unique glimpse into the formation and evolution of our solar system.Join educator, Kim Fendrich,…

Author Laura Sims will read and discuss passages from her latest novel, How Can I Help You?  A New Jersey resident, Ms. Sims is a part-time Reference Librarian, novelist and award-winning poet. Her novel is set in a small town library! . . .the library will never look quite the same after readers turn the…

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…

Stargazing in the PreservePeer into the cosmos with Vinny Coulehan of the Rockland Astronomy Club. With the super new moon on March 10, we should have relatively dark skies. We’ll use a telescope to observe the waxing crescent moon only 15% illuminated, as well as Jupiter, Orion, and more! Meet in the Visitor’s Center courtyard.…

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…

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…

Join us for Storytime every Tuesday and Thursday at 10 a.m. Watch your kids as they embark on an exciting adventure with our Storytime expert. We will introduce your little one to some of your childhood favorites, as well as read some you may have never heard before!

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!

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

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…

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. …

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.

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…

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

Come to the Dennis Branch Library for a kid’s movie and a snack of juice and Munchkins (or bring your own snacks if you wish)! On Friday, January 19th, watch Lightning McQueen as he learns that winning isn’t the most important part of life. Cars has a runtime of 116 minutes and a G rating.…

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…

Join expert seamstress Kathy Kresnosky to learn the basics of operating a sewing machine while making this usable sunglass case. This program is for adults. Seating limited to 6 to allow for hands-on assistance for all participants. If you register and cannot attend, please call the library at 973 770-1000 to cancel and open up…

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!

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

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…

Music, stories, play, and activities encourage caregiver interaction.

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…

Readers Engage @ Dennis (RE@D!) book club meets in-person the third Friday of each month to discuss our current group pick. The title for March is The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman, available in regular and large print, and on audio CD. Click on the title to request a copy in your preferred format.…

Each class will begin by reading a children’s story that is connected to nature. We will then use the story for inspiration and create an art project based on the story. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Class will meet in the Lasdon Studio located in the garage of the main house.…

If you enjoy books with true stories and factual information, this is the book discussion group for you. Join us each month or just for titles that spark your interest. New members are always welcome. The selection for March is The Nineties by Chuck Klosterman, available in print at several SCLS locations. Click on the…

Witness the painting of a watercolor landscape from beginning to end! Professional artist David Rush will follow a traditional format, using simplified shapes and a limited pallet.  He will also utilize various textures to enhance the image, explaining the steps and his process as the painting progresses. Registration required.

If you ever ask yourself any of the following questions. . . How can I take and send pictures using my phone? How can I install an app? How does my email work? How do I mute my phone? How can I use talk to text? How can I use Facebook on my phone/iPad? How…

Team 248 Fatal Error of Pope John High School is bringing their FIRST Tech Challenge competition robot to the library for Makers Day! The team will give robot demonstrations, teachi early engineering skills to children and answer questions about their experience and how everyone can be involved in robotics through FIRST. This is a drop-in…

Learn about the women who made our space achievements possible.Our presence in space would not be possible without the work of Women in Astronomy and Aeronautics. Learn about the women who have made our achievements possible, and what the future holds. Join us for some astronomy activities and learn about stargazing as we enjoy the…

Come face to face with fossils and fossil casts, learn how fossils can teach us about prehistoric life, and dig up some fossils of your own! March 15th 6:30-7:30 Register at CSTL.org

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…

Winter offers families a unique opportunity to visit the wolves during their favorite time of year. Learn about the mythology, biology and ecology of wolf families and discover why this season is such a magical time for packs in North America. Whether the wolves are living on the Arctic tundra or the woodlands of the…

By far our tastiest annual tradition! Start your day off with stacks of hotcakes and maple syrup, hot coffee, sausages, and more. Then visit Warren’s Sugar House for a demonstration of how our “liquid gold” is produced. Cap off the day with crafts celebrating the magnificent Sugar Maple tree.

The Randall’s Island Park Alliance, in partnership with City Parks Foundation, continues to offer the Jesse Owens Track and Field Youth Program! This free weekly track & field youth program is available to youth ages 8-16 and enables participants to learn the fundamentals of the sport and stay active. Activities will focus on running techniques…

Join us for a treasure hunt!Every March, tiny leprechauns come out and hide their gold all over the forest for park patrons to find. Let’s explore the Preserve and see what they left behind! Appropriate for ages 6+.$4 per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable…

In this Women’s History Month youth workshop, participants aged 9 – 15 will explore concepts in history, personal development, literacy and art through “Little Women” film clips and excerpts.

The Beginner’s Yoga Club meets most Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. and Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. This is gentle yoga for adults, led by volunteers. No experience is necessary and no registration required. Participation is on a first-come, first-admitted basis, until the room is full. Wear loose clothing and come prepared to relax and make new…

Using pre-loved cookbooks, pick out some recipes and decorate the pages of your very own cookbook. All supplies will be provided. Stop by and create something new from something old. For ages 6 and up. Stop in anytime between 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (or while supplies last!). The first 30 Makers Day participants will also take…

Have you seen the beautiful giant paper flowers on display at Dorothy Henry? Do you want to try making your own? Celebrate Makers Day 2024 by joining local art teacher, Wendy Ransom, to create your own Whimsical Giant Flower for any occasion. Step-by-step easy folding and directions. No experience required. All supplies included. Go home…

Forest Therapy: Equinox CelebrationEmbrace change with mindful movement, nature observation, community, and tea with the trees. Led by Mindful Outdoor Guide and certified Forest Therapist, Cindy Olsen, this experience will be an opportunity to celebrate the natural world in honor of the vernal equinox on March 19. Meet in the Visitor’s Center courtyard. Warm blankets,…

Join us for a program celebrating all our favorite classic stories! Children will experience a story, craft, and sensory exploration!

Join Watson Adventures on a unique scavenger hunt for adults and kids 7 and up! Kids and adults work together to uncover the secrets of this amazing train station. To win, you’ll have to go nuts in the Whispering Gallery, learn a secret about the stars in the “sky”, find TV celebs in the food…

Drop in every third Saturday of the month between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. to explore New York City’s oldest house together. Arrive by 1 p.m. for a unique hands-on making activity each month. Seasonal activities inside the historic house and around the gardens include scavenger hunts, artifact investigation, gardening, self-guided exploration and hands-on activities.…

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!

Interactive class featuring puppets, musical instruments, and props.

Designers, the category is Build and Wear! Create your own architecture-inspired fashion and accessories. Families will learn how to “read” buildings for clues about their design and function. Using these concepts, families will have the opportunity to design and construct their own wearable buildings and structures. Family Programs are designed for children ages 5 –…

Come to the Louise Childs Library on Saturday, March 16th for a fun Maker’s Day craft! Children will have the choice between making their own STEAM kaleidoscope or car. First come first come, while supplies last. Program Date: Sat. March 16th Program Start & End Time: 11:00-11:45am

Create your own mini garden using a 5-gallon bucket, soil and sprouted potato pieces. You don’t need a lot of land to grow your own potatoes. Learn how to tend  your “garden” and you’ll have a harvest in no time! This Makers Day activity is for ages 10 and above, accompanied by a parent or guardian.…

Horticulture Therapist Linda Kluge  explains the meaning behind different flowers, then leads the group in creating personalized tussie-mussie bouquets! What’s a tussie-mussie? Join us and find out. Fresh flowers and other supplies provided. Space limited. Registration begins March 2. If you register and then cannot attend, please call the library at 973 948-3660, ext. 3418…

Join us for a free open house week for our new dance classes for children and adults March 16 and 23. We are located at: Commonpoint Queens Central Queens, 67-09 108th Street, Forest Hills NY 11375 Schedule of classes: 12-12:45pm Hip Hop (ages 6-8 yrs) 1-1:45pm Hip Hop (ages 9-11 yrs) 2-2:45pm Ballet (ages 11-14…

Boogie Down Storytime is a family-friendly experience that cultivates early literacy awareness through joyful reading experiences. Join us for an interactive story hour that incorporates mindful breathing, which helps build social-emotional skills, along with question and discussion activities that build community. Movement will be inspired by the week’s book selection led by a children’s yoga…

Hands-on History is a free activity series every first and third Saturday of every month. Open to the public!In Rufus King’s time, sheep were mainly used for their wool and not yet for their meat. King had 26 sheep on the property, and we have original wool carders, a loom, and a spinning wheel that…

Learn about the life and art of Japanese sculptor, painter, and fashion designer Yayoi Kusama.Learn about the life of Japanese sculptor, painter, and fashion designer Yayoi Kusama. We’ll highlight her pop art style and feminist values, then work on our own sculptures. Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your preferred art supplies…

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…

Join us as we prepare for the April 8th Solar Eclipse.Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may have the opportunity to attend. Please try to arrive 10 minutes early.Children's Programs, Ages 5 & up unless otherwise noted (Register just the…

Join local artist, Regina Orr, for a relaxing and rewarding experience, as she guides you step-by-step through creating a beautiful watercolor painting from start to finish. No experience required, though past participants are welcome to attend. All supplies provided. This is a free watercolor painting class for ages 18+. Class size is limited to allow…

Join in as Alice shows the group how to transform old books into works of art. During today’s class you’ll use old Reader’s Digest book covers, other old book pages and decorative scrapbook paper to create a lovely floral scene for display. All supplies provided. Registration begins March 2. If you register and then cannot attend,…

Engage in some fun on the Urban Farm every Saturday! Join Randall’s Island staff for seasonal activities inspired by the Farm and natural areas. All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

Builders 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…

Discover the fortresses that have defended New York Harbor!New York Harbor is a classic example of how forts defended both the upper and lower harbors from the establishment of Fort Amsterdam by the Dutch in 1623 through the modern missile era of the mid-1900’s. Join us for a slide presentation from the Park Historian and…

Join Joan and Val for a fun and creative workshop where you’ll create a beaded necklace, bracelet, key chain, or purse dangle. You choose! Skills learned include basic jewelry design, finishing techniques, and working with clasps, crimps, and jump rings. This is a “NO Knot Class.” All supplies provided. Space limited. Registration begins March 2.…

Prepare to go on a musical extravaganza with Bilingual Birdies! Families will learn new vocabulary in Spanish and celebrate diversity in an energetic and interactive concert. Included with admission. The Guest Artist Series is sponsored by

Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

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…

THE PEKING ACROBATS have redefined audience perceptions of Chinese acrobatics. They perform daring maneuvers atop a precarious pagoda of chairs and display their technical prowess at such arts as trick-cycling, precision tumbling, juggling, somersaulting, and gymnastics. They push the limits of human ability, defying gravity with amazing displays of contortion, flexibility, and control. All Ages.  Since…