Randolph Township Free Public Library
Programs & Events

Children, Teens & Family

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
“Make a Splash...Read!” Summer Reading Club
Date(s): Friday, June 18 to Wednesday, August 4
Time: Library Hours
Who: Preschool through grade 6

Please register in person for the Summer Reading Club; online registration is for programs only.

Come on over to the library for fun with books, stickers, and prizes when our Summer Reading Club kicks off on June 18. (Randolph residents only.) Readers will add a sticker to their animal shape for each book they’ve read or have had read to them. Prizes are earned when they visit the library to record their reading activities. Readers may log in only once per day. Participants may earn more prizes by doing a weekly Splashin’ Summer Search.

Reading Club members who log in at least one book during the program will receive a special certificate and are eligible (with their families) for the Summer Reading Club Picnic on Wednesday, August 4 at Freedom Park at noon. Pre-registration for the picnic is required by August 3. However, those who would like to order an ice cream for $1.00 must register and pay by July 30.

Registration Necessary: Yes
Registration Starts: June 18
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
Summer Drop-in Crafts
Date(s): Wednesdays, August 11 to August 25
Time: 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Who: All ages welcome

Come anytime during the program hours and make a simple craft.

Registration Necessary: No
A Walk on the Wild Side
Date(s): Thursday, August 19
Time: 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Who: Ages 4 & up welcome

Join us as lizards, snakes, frogs and turtles visit the library. Rizzo’s Reptile Discovery will introduce you to exotic, as well as native NJ, reptiles.

Registration Necessary: Yes
Registration Starts: August 12
School is Cool Storytime: Going to Preschool
Date(s): Tuesday, August 24
Time: 10:00 to 10:30 a.m.
Who: Preschool children welcome

Enjoy stories about going to preschool. May be held outdoors, please bring a blanket. Adults may attend but should not register.

Registration Necessary: Yes
Registration Starts: August 17
School is Cool Storytime: Going to Kindergarten
Date(s): Tuesday, August 24
Time: 11:00 to 11:30 a.m.
Who: Kindergarteners welcome

Enjoy stories about going to school. May be held outdoors, please bring a blanket. Adults may attend but should not register.

Registration Necessary: Yes
Registration Starts: August 17
The Juggling Workshop
Date(s): Thursday, September 9
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 .