Enrichment Programs for Children
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Fri, Dec 26, All day
Bridgewater branch
Explore the children's section of the library by finding clues and solving a trail of simple puzzles. A final surprise awaits you at the end!

Fri, Dec 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables
Enjoy some hot chocolate and work on a cozy winter craft like perler beads, creating bookmarks, or coloring sheets.

Sat, Dec 27, All day
Bridgewater branch
Explore the children's section of the library by finding clues and solving a trail of simple puzzles. A final surprise awaits you at the end!

Sat, Dec 27, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
We’re opening up our Storytime Room for coloring day. Drop-in between the listed times for a coloring page or to contribute to our giant winter mural. Activity available while supplies last.

Sat, Dec 27, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Program Tables
Stop by the Children's Area for a drop-in activity.

Sat, Dec 27, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Room
Hillsborough High School's FTC robotics team Cybernauts will be in the children's area to demo their new competition robot!

Sun, Dec 28, All day
Bridgewater branch
Explore the children's section of the library by finding clues and solving a trail of simple puzzles. A final surprise awaits you at the end!

Mon, Dec 29, All day
Bridgewater branch
Explore the children's section of the library by finding clues and solving a trail of simple puzzles. A final surprise awaits you at the end!

Mon, Dec 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Manville branch - Community Room
Engage in early literacy with stories, singing, and socialization.

Mon, Dec 29, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Drop in between 11am-2pm to make a craft to help celebrate the New Year. Parental supervisor is required.

Mon, Dec 29, 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!

Mon, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Raritan Public Library - Community Room
Kids Grinch Party
This event is full

Mon, Dec 29, 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.

Tue, Dec 30, All day
Bridgewater branch
Explore the children's section of the library by finding clues and solving a trail of simple puzzles. A final surprise awaits you at the end!

Tue, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Manville branch - Adult Media Area
Join Miss Kate as we participate in a craft activity inspired by the letter of the week.

Rescheduled
Tue, Dec 30, 11:30am - 12:00pm
New date Tuesday, December 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Manville branch
Join Miss Kate as we participate in a craft activity inspired by the letter of the week.

Tue, Dec 30, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Community Room
Have fun with hands on activities, such as arts and crafts, bingo and other games, STEM experimentation, trivia, and more.

Tue, Dec 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Conference Room
A hands-on workshop series created and run by girls in STEM! This program is not just for girls, all kids in grades K through 5 are welcome! 

Tue, Dec 30, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Build a marble run using recycled materials and pom poms.

Tue, Dec 30, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Room
Your stuffed animal friends are invited to storytime and to spend the night at the library. Come back the next day to pick up your special friend along with photos of what they did all night long.

Wed, Dec 31, All day
Bridgewater branch
Explore the children's section of the library by finding clues and solving a trail of simple puzzles. A final surprise awaits you at the end!

Wed, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Room
Celebrate the new year as we count down to 12 noon with crafts, music, and snacks. Bring in the Noon Year with a toast of sparkling apple cider and a homemade noise maker!

Sat, Jan 03, 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, Jan 03, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Manville branch - Children's Area
Drop in and make a simple craft!

Sat, Jan 03, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Room
Hillsborough High School's FTC robotics team Cybernauts will be in the children's area to demo their new competition robot!

Sat, Jan 03, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Montgomery branch - Library Meeting Room
Spend a few quiet social hours working on puzzles together. Bring your own or explore the library's collection. Program hosted by MHS student and puzzle enthusiast, Saamya Guduri.

Mon, Jan 05, 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, Jan 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities.

Mon, Jan 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Drop in between 4:30-5:30pm to practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog. No registration required.

Mon, Jan 05, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Montgomery branch
Free 45-minute homework help sessions provided by Montgomery Learning Beyond Limits (MLBL), students from MHS. Please bring your study materials to your session (textbooks, assignments, etc.)

Mon, Jan 05, 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, Jan 05, 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.

Mon, Jan 05, 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Montgomery branch
Free 45-minute homework help sessions provided by Montgomery Learning Beyond Limits (MLBL), students from MHS. Please bring your study materials to your session (textbooks, assignments, etc.)

Mon, Jan 05, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Montgomery branch
Free 45-minute homework help sessions provided by Montgomery Learning Beyond Limits (MLBL), students from MHS. Please bring your study materials to your session (textbooks, assignments, etc.)

Tue, Jan 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Discover how to paint step-by-step using watercolors. Pre-packaged snacks and drinks will be served. Parents/guardians and their children must sign up individually.

Tue, Jan 06, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
A story followed by a related hands-on craft.

Wed, Jan 07, 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, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hillsborough branch - Program Room AB
Discover the joy of music and movement with Sarah in this interactive class.

Wed, Jan 07, 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, Jan 07, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Self-guided game night featuring the logic-based number puzzle, Sudoku! Brief instruction will be provided at the start of the program.

Thu, Jan 08, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Jan 08, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Jan 08, 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, Jan 08, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Hear some stories and participate in activities and crafts celebrating our favorite book buddies!

Thu, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog. Registration is required by visiting the Youth Services desk or call 908-458-8430 ext. 4. Registration begins December 18.

Thu, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room ABC
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.

Thu, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Get creative at the library with fun prompts and supplies to inspire your inner artist. Our artist inspiration this week is Ruth Asawa.

Thu, Jan 08, 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, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Dance with Ms. Jenn from the non-profit organization, Eastside Dance Project.

Fri, Jan 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Introduce your child to the beginnings of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Fri, Jan 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillsborough branch - Conference Room
Practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog. 10-minute timed tickets will be handed out at the Youth Services desk starting at 4:15 p.m. One per family.

Sat, Jan 10, 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, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room ABC
Meet some animal ambassadors and learn how some animals prepare for, survive through, and even thrive in the Winter.

Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Montgomery branch - Library Meeting Room
Celebrate New Jersey's Muslim Heritage Month with a craft and storytime led by author Ambreen Butt-Hussain.

Sat, Jan 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Hillsborough branch - Children's Room
Hillsborough High School's FTC robotics team Cybernauts will be in the children's area to demo their new competition robot!

Sat, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Young writers will learn storytelling techniques through writing and drawing activities.

Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Discover songs, stories, and yoga poses in this active storytime.

Mon, Jan 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities.

Mon, Jan 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Manville branch - Community Room
Engage in early literacy with stories, singing, and socialization.

Mon, Jan 12, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Explore the concepts of balance and center of gravity and then create a craft that can balance on a pencil point.

Mon, Jan 12, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Montgomery branch
Free 45-minute homework help sessions provided by Montgomery Learning Beyond Limits (MLBL), students from MHS. Please bring your study materials to your session (textbooks, assignments, etc.)

Mon, Jan 12, 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, Jan 12, 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.

Mon, Jan 12, 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Montgomery branch
Free 45-minute homework help sessions provided by Montgomery Learning Beyond Limits (MLBL), students from MHS. Please bring your study materials to your session (textbooks, assignments, etc.)

Mon, Jan 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Plainfield branch - Program Room
Learn about wolf conservation and natural history, then have a chance to meet one or two of the wolfdogs from Howling Woods Farm.

Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Montgomery branch
Free 45-minute homework help sessions provided by Montgomery Learning Beyond Limits (MLBL), students from MHS. Please bring your study materials to your session (textbooks, assignments, etc.)

Tue, Jan 13, 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, Jan 13, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Children's Area
After school storytime for grades K-4

Tue, Jan 13, 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. Registration begins December 23.

Wed, Jan 14, 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, Jan 14, 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, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Introduce your child to the beginning of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, and stories. Afterward the children will create a fun craft to take home.

Wed, Jan 14, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Raritan Public Library - Children's Room
Get ready to sprinkle some color into winter! Kids ages 3 and up can turn plain white snowflakes into bright, magical masterpieces with washable markers, tin foil and water!

Wed, Jan 14, 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, Jan 14, 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.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 24 2025 at 5:15pm

Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
Celebrate magic with fantastical books and some real magic tricks.

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

Thu, Jan 15, 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, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
A music-focused lapsit program to get you and your baby moving. After stories and songs with Mx. Hannah, stay for a social playdate.
Registration opens Thursday, December 25 2025 at 10:30am

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

Thu, Jan 15, 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, Jan 15, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Bridgewater branch - Meeting Room AB
Young artists will use their creativity to transform common materials into one-of-a-kind masterpieces.

Fri, Jan 16, 10:30am - 10:50am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Guitar + Pop Songs = Us singing our hearts out! Join Ms. Natalie for a mini-concert and group sing-along.
Registration opens Friday, December 26 2025 at 10:30am

Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Explore American Sign Language alongside Ms. Katie through stories, signs, and activities.
Registration opens Saturday, December 27 2025 at 10:30am

Sat, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Celebrate New Jersey's Muslim Heritage Month with a craft and storytime led by author Ambreen Butt-Hussain.
Registration opens Saturday, December 27 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jan 19, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Visit between the listed times to craft a wobbly paper penguin (while supplies last.)

Tue, Jan 20, 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Manville branch - Children's Area
After school storytime for grades K-4

Tue, Jan 20, 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 December 30.

Tue, Jan 20, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
Unwind at the end of your day with this interactive program full of stories, songs, and movement.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 30 2025 at 5:30pm

Wed, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Warren Township branch - Program Room - (Children)
Drop-in between 3-5pm to make a winter scene using tissue paper and stickers. Parental supervision is required.

Wed, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Raritan Public Library - Children's Room
Kids! Grab your chisel and dig into a mini log to uncover the woodland animal hiding inside. What creature will you discover?
Registration opens Wednesday, December 24 2025 at 4:00pm

Wed, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Watchung branch - 20 Stirling Road
Share your love of Bingo with other players as you compete to win prizes.

Thu, Jan 22, 10:15am - 10:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
An opportunity for parents and caregivers to socialize while your babies engage with toys, books, and gentle music.
Registration opens Thursday, January 1 2026 at 10:30am

Thu, Jan 22, 11:15am - 11:45am
Bridgewater branch - Story Well
This interactive program is filled with brain-building rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Thu, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Get creative at the library with fun prompts and supplies to inspire your inner artist. This week's artist inspiration is Marc Chagall.

Thu, Jan 22, 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, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Montgomery branch - Storytime Room
An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities.
Registration opens Friday, January 2 2026 at 10:30am

Fri, Jan 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Somerville branch - Youth Services
Introduce your child to the beginnings of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.

Fri, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillsborough branch - Conference Room
Practice your reading skills by reading a story to a certified therapy dog. 10-minute timed tickets will be handed out at the Youth Services desk starting at 4:15 p.m. One per family.