Enrichment Programs for Children
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Thu, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Apr 09, 10:15am - 11:00am
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
An interactive storytime followed by a messy craft. Limited spots in the program will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Raritan Public Library - Children's Room
Join us in the Children’s Room for a fun-filled storytime! Enjoy themed stories, followed by a creative craft activity and coloring.

Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillsborough branch - Program Room AB
Enjoy stories, songs, finger plays, and movement, great for early literacy, fine motor skills, and brain development!

Thu, Apr 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Apr 09, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
An interactive storytime followed by a messy craft. Limited spots in the program will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thu, Apr 09, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Drop-in between 1-4pm to make a blossoming spring tree craft. Parental supervision is required

Thu, Apr 09, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Thu, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Make art at the library!

Thu, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room ABC
Join the fun if you love building with LEGO® bricks! Bring your creativity and get ready for an exciting challenge.

Fri, Apr 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Raritan Public Library - Children's Room
Join us for a sweet storytime featuring The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. Children will color their own bright green leaf and create a yummy caterpillar using M&M’s.

Fri, Apr 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Jump into the joy of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, stories, and BUBBLES!

Fri, Apr 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Children's Room
Enjoy a fun afternoon building with Legos, playing games, watching movies or creating art. Different activities each week.

Fri, Apr 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables
Create your own creation using the library's perler beads.

Fri, Apr 10, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Unwind at the end of your day with this interactive program full of stories, songs, and movement.

Sat, Apr 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Hear familiar stories and songs retold in Mandarin Chinese and introduce your little one to cultural diversity.

Rescheduled
Sat, Apr 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
New date Saturday, April 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Montgomery branch
Hear familiar stories and songs retold in Mandarin Chinese and introduce your little one to cultural diversity.

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Peapack and Gladstone branch
Create your own themed artwork on canvas while following step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor.

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Young writers will learn storytelling techniques through writing and drawing activities.

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to rock!

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 2:30pm
Hillsborough branch
Drop in anytime to make a craft or simple project to take home.

Sat, Apr 11, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Learn the fundamentals of Python programming in this 3-part coding course led by MHS student, Shritan Thirunagari. No previous experience necessary.

Sat, Apr 11, 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Somerville branch - The Somerset Business Hub
We'll read "Where the Wild Things Are" then learn how to make some tasty food!
This event is full

Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Discover songs, stories, and movement in this active storytime.

Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities.

Mon, Apr 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Manville branch - Community Room
Engage in early literacy with stories, singing, and socialization.

Mon, Apr 13, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Drop in between 4:30-5:15pm to create artwork in the style of Nnena Kalu.

Mon, Apr 13, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Program entry will be granted on a first come, first serve basis. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to the start of the program.

Mon, Apr 13, 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room ABC
Explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through fun projects, experiments, and crafts. There’s a new STEAM adventure every time.

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Take time to bond with your children while making music in this interactive session. Enjoy music, fingerplays, and playing instruments.

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Help us celebrate Week of the Young Child by getting creative with your little one!

Cancelled
Tue, Apr 14, All day
North Plainfield branch
Discover the joy of reading through stories, songs, and play / Descubre la alegría de leer a través de cuentos, canciones y juego

Tue, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Learn great money habits. Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that build kids’ money, reading, writing, thinking, planning, and goal-setting skills!

Tue, Apr 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Conference Room
Learn essential spy skills using STEM! This week: lifting fingerprints from solid surfaces and reading the patterns to identify and investigate suspects.

Tue, Apr 14, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
A beginner’s guide to the importance of financial literacy including money management, saving, budgeting, and more. Presented by MHS student Prabhav Pillarisetti.

Wed, Apr 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
Introduce your toddler to the beginnings of storytime through songs, activities, and listening to short stories.

Wed, Apr 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peapack and Gladstone branch - Children's Room
Introduce your child to the beginnings of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Wed, Apr 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Join us as we celebrate Week of the Young Child with a fun story about loving and accepting who you are! After story time, families are invited to stay and create a self-portrait craft to take home.

Wed, Apr 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
Introduce your toddler to the beginnings of storytime through songs, activities, and listening to short stories.

Wed, Apr 15, 11:15am - 11:45am
Peapack and Gladstone branch - Children's Room
Stay and play with library friends after Baby/Toddler Time.

Wed, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Raritan Public Library - Children's Room
Kids ages 3 and up can flap into fun with our peel-and-stick butterfly sand art adventure! Just peel it, sprinkle it, and try very hard not to decorate yourself instead of the butterfly.
This event is full

Wed, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Wed, Apr 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables,Craft Studio
Celebrate spring by learning to make spring rolls! Children can choose what vegetable fillings they want to add to their rice paper spring roll.

Wed, Apr 15, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
A group readaloud with children and their caregivers followed by a discussion and themed activity. Books will be provided during the program.

Thu, Apr 16, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Apr 16, 10:15am - 11:00am
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
An interactive storytime followed by a messy craft. Limited spots in the program will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thu, Apr 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Raritan Public Library - Children's Room
Join us in the Children’s Room for a fun-filled storytime! Enjoy themed stories, followed by a creative craft activity and coloring.

Thu, Apr 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillsborough branch - Program Room AB
Join us for a short storytime followed by a simple craft. Perfect for developing fine motor skills, socializing with friends, and exploring early creativity.

Thu, Apr 16, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Apr 16, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
An interactive storytime followed by a messy craft. Limited spots in the program will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thu, Apr 16, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Thu, Apr 16, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Drop in between 4:30-5:00pm to participate in activities and crafts celebrating our favorite book buddies! Parental supervision is required.

Fri, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Dance with Ms. Jenn from the non-profit organization, Eastside Dance Project.

Fri, Apr 17, 10:30am - 10:50am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Guitar + Pop Songs = Us singing our hearts out! Join Ms. Natalie and Mx. Hannah for a mini-concert and group sing-along.

Fri, Apr 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog.

Fri, Apr 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Children's Room
Enjoy a fun afternoon building with Legos, playing games, watching movies or creating art. Different activities each week.

Fri, Apr 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillsborough branch - Conference Room
Practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog.

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room ABC
Create your own themed artwork on canvas while following step-by-step guidance from an experienced instructor.

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 2:30pm
Hillsborough branch
Drop in anytime to make a craft or simple project to take home.

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Peapack and Gladstone branch - Sitting Room
Practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog.

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Sat, Apr 18, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Learn the fundamentals of Python programming in this 3-part coding course led by MHS student, Shritan Thirunagari. No previous experience necessary.

Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
Montgomery Library Parking Lot
Explore a mobile, hands-on science lab complete with interactive weather mapping, real-time data collection, and simulations of extreme weather events.

Sat, Apr 18, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Montgomery Library Parking Lot
Explore a mobile, hands-on science lab complete with interactive weather mapping, real-time data collection, and simulations of extreme weather events.

Sat, Apr 18, 2:30pm - 2:45pm
Montgomery Library Parking Lot
Explore a mobile, hands-on science lab complete with interactive weather mapping, real-time data collection, and simulations of extreme weather events.

Sat, Apr 18, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
Montgomery Library Parking Lot
Explore a mobile, hands-on science lab complete with interactive weather mapping, real-time data collection, and simulations of extreme weather events.

Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities.

Mon, Apr 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Manville branch - Community Room
Engage in early literacy with stories, singing, and socialization.

Mon, Apr 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Drop in and play Nintendo Switch Games.

Mon, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Mon, Apr 20, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
A hands-on culinary program with a slice of story time to learn food handling skills and explore new reads.

Mon, Apr 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room ABC
An hour of informal play. It is recommended that participants have a basic knowledge of chess. Participants will be paired with a player close in age and/or ability.

Tue, Apr 21, All day
North Plainfield branch - Children's Room
Discover the joy of reading through stories, songs, and play / Descubre la alegría de leer a través de cuentos, canciones y juego

Tue, Apr 21, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillsborough branch - Program Room AB
Music helps little ones with emotional expression, improve language and social skills, and reduce stress. Join Becca for a casual family sing-along with classic pop and rock songs!

Tue, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Meet other homeschoolers in the community while enjoying a family-friendly activity.

Tue, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Build your cooking skills and socialize with other kids as we make a new recipe each session.

Tue, Apr 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog. Registration is required by visiting the Youth Services desk or calling 908-458-8455. Registration begins March 17.

Wed, Apr 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
Introduce your toddler to the beginnings of storytime through songs, activities, and listening to short stories.

Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peapack and Gladstone branch - Children's Room
Introduce your child to the beginnings of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Wed, Apr 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
Introduce your toddler to the beginnings of storytime through songs, activities, and listening to short stories.

Wed, Apr 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
Peapack and Gladstone branch - Children's Room
Stay and play with library friends after Baby/Toddler Time.

Wed, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Drop in between 3-5pm to make an Earth Day craft. Parental supervision is required.

Wed, Apr 22, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Share your love of Bingo with other players as you compete to win prizes.

Wed, Apr 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables,Craft Studio
Learn to make your very own bath bombs from scratch.

Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Plainfield branch - Children's Room
Join us to craft, play, and reconnect after work.

Thu, Apr 23, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Apr 23, 10:15am - 11:00am
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
An interactive storytime followed by a messy craft. Limited spots in the program will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thu, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Raritan Public Library - Children's Room
Join us in the Children’s Room for a fun-filled storytime! Enjoy themed stories, followed by a creative craft activity and coloring.

Thu, Apr 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hillsborough branch - Program Room AB
An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities.

Thu, Apr 23, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Apr 23, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
An interactive storytime followed by a messy craft. Limited spots in the program will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thu, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Adult Media Area
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Thu, Apr 23, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
Practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog. Registration is required by visiting the Youth Services desk or calling 908-458-8415. Registration begins April 2.

Thu, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Hillsborough branch - Program Room A
Learn great money habits. Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that build kids’ money, reading, writing, thinking, planning, and goal-setting skills!

Thu, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Make art at the library!

Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables
An hour of informal play. All skill levels welcome. Please note that this is not an instructional program - it is recommended that participants have a basic knowledge of chess.

Fri, Apr 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities.

Fri, Apr 24, 11:00am - 11:30am
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Jump into the joy of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, stories, and BUBBLES!

Fri, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Children's Room
Enjoy a fun afternoon building with Legos, playing games, watching movies or creating art. Different activities each week.

Fri, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Somerville branch - Main Reading Room
Unleash your inner rockstar with us! Paint a rock for our Rock Garden, enjoy tasty tour treats, have your photo taken as a metal lord, get a (temporary) tattoo, and rock out to killer tunes.

Fri, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables,Craft Studio
Learn how to use shaving cream, food color, and water color paper to create beautiful marbled paper.

Fri, Apr 24, 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Watchung Library, Best Lake Parking Lot
Explore a mobile, hands-on science lab complete with interactive weather mapping, real-time data collection, and simulations of extreme weather events.

Fri, Apr 24, 4:45pm - 5:00pm
Watchung Library, Best Lake Parking Lot
Explore a mobile, hands-on science lab complete with interactive weather mapping, real-time data collection, and simulations of extreme weather events.

Fri, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 5:15pm
Watchung Library, Best Lake Parking Lot
Explore a mobile, hands-on science lab complete with interactive weather mapping, real-time data collection, and simulations of extreme weather events.

Fri, Apr 24, 5:15pm - 5:30pm
Watchung Library, Best Lake Parking Lot
Explore a mobile, hands-on science lab complete with interactive weather mapping, real-time data collection, and simulations of extreme weather events.

Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Explore American Sign Language alongside Ms. Katie through stories, signs, and activities.

Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Learn great money habits. Enjoy stories, songs, and activities that build kids’ money, reading, writing, thinking, planning, and goal-setting skills!

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 1:30pm
Raritan Public Library
Celebrate the joy and vibrant colors of spring at the Raritan Public Library’s 2nd Annual Holi Celebration! Come together for an afternoon full of music, snacks, crafts, and color play.

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 2:30pm
Hillsborough branch
Drop in anytime to make a craft or simple project to take home.

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Peapack and Gladstone branch - Children's Room
Stories followed by a hands-on related craft that you can take home or make at the library.

Sat, Apr 25, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Learn the fundamentals of Python programming in this 3-part coding course led by MHS student, Shritan Thirunagari. No previous experience necessary.

Sat, Apr 25, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Somerville branch - Adult Services Programs 1
Find your crafter joy and celebrate National Library Week with us! A variety of craft activities will be offered, or you can bring your own craft to work on.

Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities.

Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Watchung branch - Wilson Memorial Church
Take time to bond with your children while making music in this interactive session. Enjoy music, fingerplays, and playing instruments.

Mon, Apr 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
Manville branch - Community Room
Engage in early literacy with stories, singing, and socialization.

Mon, Apr 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog. Registration is required by visiting the Youth Services desk or calling 908-458-8435.

Mon, Apr 27, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Program entry will be granted on a first come, first serve basis. Check-in begins 15 minutes prior to the start of the program.

Mon, Apr 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Youth Services Room
Display your artistic talents in our Tiny Art Show! Come to the Kickoff to work on your masterpiece, or pick up a canvas between April 27 and May 20 to complete at home.

Tue, Apr 28, All day
North Plainfield branch - Children's Room
Discover the joy of reading through stories, songs, and play / Descubre la alegría de leer a través de cuentos, canciones y juego

Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Break up into teams and build a roller coaster using KEVA Planks.

Tue, Apr 28, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
A story followed by a related hands-on craft.

Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
Join the construction crew for truck stories, songs and construction site play.

Wed, Apr 29, 9:30am - 10:30am
Somerville branch - The Somerset Business Hub
Jump into the joy of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, stories, and BUBBLES!

Wed, Apr 29, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
Introduce your toddler to the beginnings of storytime through songs, activities, and listening to short stories.

Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peapack and Gladstone branch - Children's Room
Introduce your child to the beginnings of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Wed, Apr 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Discover the joy of music and movement with Sarah in this interactive class.

Wed, Apr 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
Introduce your toddler to the beginnings of storytime through songs, activities, and listening to short stories.

Wed, Apr 29, 11:15am - 11:45am
Peapack and Gladstone branch - Children's Room
Stay and play with library friends after Baby/Toddler Time.

Wed, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Raritan Public Library - Children's Room
Kids can pick a cool pre-made 3D-printed creation from one of our previous events and turn it into a masterpiece. Perfect for ages 3 and up.

Wed, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Plainfield branch - Children's Room
Join us to craft, play, and reconnect after work.

Thu, Apr 30, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Apr 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
An interactive storytime followed by a messy craft. Limited spots in the program will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thu, Apr 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Raritan Public Library - Children's Room
Join us in the Children’s Room for a fun-filled storytime! Enjoy themed stories, followed by a creative craft activity and coloring.

Thu, Apr 30, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Apr 30, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
An interactive storytime followed by a messy craft. Limited spots in the program will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thu, Apr 30, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Thu, Apr 30, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Learn the different basic types of investments, understand risk, ways to become a smart investor, how to establish investment goals and mistakes to avoid when becoming a first-time investor.

Fri, May 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Dance with Ms. Jenn from the non-profit organization, Eastside Dance Project.
Registration opens Friday, April 10 2026 at 9:00am

Fri, May 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Children's Room
Enjoy a fun afternoon building with Legos, playing games, watching movies or creating art. Different activities each week.

Fri, May 01, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillsborough branch - Conference Room
Practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog.

Sat, May 02, 10:15am - 11:30am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Spend a Saturday morning with classic educational tv programming, STEAM exploration stations, and light breakfast foods. No registration required.

Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Manville branch - Children's Area
Drop in and make a simple craft!

Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room ABC
Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival, a traditional Chinese holiday honoring courage and loyalty.
Registration opens Saturday, April 11 2026 at 10:00am

Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 2:30pm
Hillsborough branch
Drop in anytime to make a craft or simple project to take home.

Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Peapack and Gladstone branch - Children's Room
Play Star Wars themed Bingo for small prizes.

Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Somerville branch - The Somerset Business Hub
Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to rock!
Registration opens Saturday, April 11 2026 at 10:00am

Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Introduce your child to the beginnings of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities.

Mon, May 04, 11:00am - 11:30am
Manville branch - Community Room
Engage in early literacy with stories, singing, and socialization.

Mon, May 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Drop in and play Nintendo Switch Games.

Mon, May 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Somerville branch - Main Reading Room
Celebrate May the 4th with us and discover whether you belong to the Sith or the Jedi.

Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Mon, May 04, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room ABC
Do you like books, games, crafts, food, or just hanging out with your friends? We are a fun, casual group that meets monthly at the library for a different activity.

Tue, May 05, All day
North Plainfield branch - Children's Room
Discover the joy of reading through stories, songs, and play / Descubre la alegría de leer a través de cuentos, canciones y juego

Tue, May 05, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the library with a drop-in craft! Kids can create their own colorful alebrije, a magical creature from Mexican folk art. Join anytime during the program hours.

Tue, May 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Learn about wolf conservation and natural history, then have a chance to meet one or two of the wolfdogs from Howling Woods Farm.
Registration opens Tuesday, April 14 2026 at 12:00am

Tue, May 05, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Discover how to paint step-by-step using watercolors. Pre-packaged snacks and drinks will be served.

Wed, May 06, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
Introduce your toddler to the beginnings of storytime through songs, activities, and listening to short stories.

Wed, May 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Peapack and Gladstone branch - Children's Room
Introduce your child to the beginnings of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Wed, May 06, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
Introduce your toddler to the beginnings of storytime through songs, activities, and listening to short stories.

Wed, May 06, 3:30pm - 7:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Bring friends and family or play against our friendly teen volunteers. Screen-free activities from 3:30-5 p.m. and Nintendo Switch games from 5-7 p.m.

Wed, May 06, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Raritan Public Library - Children's Room
Kids will create a special masterpiece by stamping their hands as flowers onto a paper flower pot, turning their creativity into a sweet, personal keepsake mom will treasure forever.

Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Somerville branch - Adult Services Programs 1 ,Programs 2
Kids and families, bring a friend or family member and join us for a silly, fun, and educational program! Find inspiration in old historical portraits and then paint a masterpiece of your own.

Wed, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Plainfield branch - Children's Room
Join us to craft, play, and reconnect after work.

Thu, May 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, May 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
An interactive storytime followed by a messy craft. Limited spots in the program will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thu, May 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Raritan Public Library
Join us in the Children’s Room for a fun-filled storytime! Enjoy themed stories, followed by a creative craft activity and coloring.
Registration opens Thursday, April 9 2026 at 11:00am

Thu, May 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, May 07, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
An interactive storytime followed by a messy craft. Limited spots in the program will be determined on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thu, May 07, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Thu, May 07, 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Craft a beautiful rose to gift to the Mom figure in your life.
Registration opens Thursday, April 16 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, May 07, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room ABC
Join the fun if you love building with LEGO® bricks! Bring your creativity and get ready for an exciting challenge.

Thu, May 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Join our participant-led Chess Program where players bring their own knowledge and skills to the board.

Thu, May 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables
An hour of informal play. All skill levels welcome. Please note that this is not an instructional program - it is recommended that participants have a basic knowledge of chess.

Fri, May 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Somerville branch - The Somerset Business Hub
Jump into the joy of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, stories, and BUBBLES!

Fri, May 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities.
Registration opens Friday, April 17 2026 at 10:30am

Fri, May 08, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Somerville branch - Main Reading Room
Music, food, activities, cosplay, and crafts.

Fri, May 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Plainfield branch - Children's Room
Enjoy a fun afternoon building with Legos, playing games, watching movies or creating art. Different activities each week.

Sat, May 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Hear familiar stories and songs retold in Mandarin Chinese and introduce your little one to cultural diversity.

Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival, a traditional Chinese holiday honoring courage and loyalty.
Registration opens Saturday, April 18 2026 at 10:00am

Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 2:30pm
Hillsborough branch
Drop in anytime to make a craft or simple project to take home.

Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Young writers will learn storytelling techniques through writing, drawing, and other creative activities.

Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Peapack and Gladstone branch - Children's Room
Come explore, listen and have fun with us!