Children, Teens & Family
Registration may be done online by clicking on the calendar graphic to the right. You may also register in person or by calling 973.895.3556 during library hours.
- Pages & Popcorn: A Book Club for Grades 5 & 6
- Date(s): Wednesdays, June 9, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, Dec. 8
- Time: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
- Who: Grades 5 & 6
If you enjoy reading and discussing books this is the book club for you. We’ll be meeting once a month and will enjoy books and popcorn. After registering, pick up the current book at the circulation desk and read it before the next meeting.
- Registration Necessary: Yes Registration Starts: Ongoing
- Chapter Chats: A Book Club for Grades 3 & 4
- Date(s): Tuesdays, June 22, July 20, Aug. 17, Oct. 12, Sept. 14, Nov. 9, Dec. 14
- Time: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
- Who: Grades 3 & 4
Join us on a reading adventure as club members read aloud from a different book each month. Books and snacks will be provided. Club size is limited. Note: This book club will meet on June 22nd instead of the original date of June 15th.
- Registration Necessary: Yes Registration Starts: Ongoing
- The Juggling Workshop
- Date(s): Thursday, September 16
- Time: 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
- Who: Ages 6 to 12
Joe Fischer, juggler extraordinaire, will teach participants to juggle.
- Registration Necessary: Yes Registration Starts: September 9
- Books & Crafts: A Book Club for Grades 1 & 2
- Date(s): Thursdays, September 23 to November 18
- Time: 4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
- Who: Grades 1 & 2
If you enjoy listening to stories and doing crafty projects, this book club is for you. Not meeting on 10/21 and 11/4.
- Registration Necessary: Yes Registration Starts: September 1
- Great Scott! It’s Magic!
- Date(s): Thursday, October 21
- Time: 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. or 7:00 to 7:45 p.m.
- Who: All ages welcome.
Join us for this all new Halloween magic show featuring Scott Drukker. Costumes may be worn.
- Registration Necessary: Yes Registration Starts: October 14
- Go for the Stars!
- Date(s): Thursday, November 4
- Time: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
- Who: Ages 5 & up
Liftoff to learning with this hands-on multimedia space presentation. Meet Robo the friendly robot who talks, moves and interacts with the audience.
- Registration Necessary: Yes Registration Starts: October 28
- Films on Friday
- Date(s): Friday, November 5
- Time: 2:00 to 3:15 p.m.
- Who: Ages 6 & up (younger with an adult)
Enjoy popcorn and a movie!
- Registration Necessary: No
- Hanukkah Storytime & Craft
- Date(s): Tuesday, November 30
- Time: Two sessions—see below
Come enjoy holiday stories and a related craft.
Sessions:
10:00 to 10:45 a.m.—Ages 3 to 6
4:30 to 5:15 p.m.—Grades K & up
- Registration Necessary: Yes Registration Starts: November 23
- Music to Move By
- Date(s): Monday, December 13
- Time: Two sessions—see below
- Who: Ages 0 to 4
Due to popular demand, Ann Wild will once again delight all with this fun music program. Please only register for one session.
Sessions:
10:00 to 10:45 a.m.
11:00 to 11:45 a.m.- Registration Necessary: Yes Registration Starts: December 6
- Christmas Storytime & Craft
- Date(s): Wednesday, December 15
- Time: Two sessions—see below
Come enjoy holiday stories and a related craft.
Sessions:
10:00 to 10:45 a.m.—Ages 3 to 6
4:30 to 5:15 p.m.—Grades K & up- Registration Necessary: Yes Registration Starts: December 8
- Warm for the Winter with Big Jeff
- Date(s): Wednesday, December 16
- Time: 7:00 to 7:45 p.m.
- Who: All ages welcome
Big Jeff will perform songs of snow and celebration for little ones and every ones! His blend of humor, learning and “super-interactive” audience participation has been captivating young audiences across the New York metropolitan area for the last ten years. Along the way, he’s toured up and down New England and California, sold over 10,000 CDs and DVDs, and has gained a large and loyal fan base.
- Registration Necessary: Yes Registration Starts: December 9
E-Mail Reminders
The Programming Manager sends out e-mail reminders once every week or two, inviting you to sign up for programs that are not filled to capacity. If you would like to receive these notices, please e-mail your name to her at .



