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Family Craft

Flower Seed Bombs
2024-04-13 13:00:00 2024-04-13 14:00:00 America/New_York Family Craft All ages are welcome. Young children will need adult assistance. Registration required. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Saturday, April 13
1:00pm - 2:00pm

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All ages are welcome. Young children will need adult assistance. Registration required.

A seed bomb is a marble sized ball of clay mixed with soil encasing seeds.  With this technique you can easily beautify your yard with an assortment of wildflowers.   No digging required!

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Home & Garden | Crafts & Hobbies |

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Richard D Gardner Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
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We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Jul 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 24 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 25 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Jul 26 Closed
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About the branch

The Richard D. Gardner Branch (HQ) is located in Belvidere off of Rte. 519. The branch features two public meeting rooms, two study rooms, and a local history/genealogy room.

Upcoming Events

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Trail Tales: Fireflies! - Ages 3-8
Wed, Jul 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join us as we explore nature through story, craft, and an outdoor adventure with Warren County Park's Naturalist, Jennifer Correa-Kruegel. Please register all children.
Registration is now closed
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Jul 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn to crochet a cardigan using panel construction. For those ages 12 & up with an intermediate level of crochet. This is not a beginner level class. Multiple week registration for 7 meetings.
Registration is now closed
Play with Clay for Teens
Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Teens can sculpt or mold air dry clay experimenting with texturizers and plastic tools and cutters while making trinket dishes and clay charms to finish at home and paint there once dried.
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jul 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
In the Children's Area; no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with toddlers and preschoolers.
Notan Cut Paper Workshop
Tue, Jul 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Explore the principles of Notan-an essential design concept focused on the balance of positive and negative space-through a hands-on cut paper workshop.
This event is full
Didgeridoo Down Under
Wed, Jul 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our epic adventure to "unearth a story" in The Land Down Under!
Story & Craft with Shakespeare Theater of NJ - Ages 3-9
Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy a special storytime led by the Shakespeare Theatre of NJ! Children will listen to a lively tale, explore characters and storytelling through fun activities and a craft. Register all children.
Piecing History Together
Thu, Jul 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to unearth an ancient artifact? Join us to discover how archeologists piece together history through artifacts from our past!
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jul 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Jul 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
In the Children's Area; no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with toddlers and preschoolers.
Bookish Night Out: TBR Jar
Mon, Aug 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
A monthly alternative to book club, our Bookish Nights Out are gatherings that feature book related activities, light refreshments, and time to mingle with fellow book lovers.
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Aug 04, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Tuesday is craft day at the library! Each week we have a different project to make. Come over and join in the fun. Registration is required
Cancelled
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Aug 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join the conversation! This isn't your ordinary book club. Bring and talk about what you are reading. Choose your own titles and share recommendations with other book lovers.
1000 Books Storytime - Ages 0-2
Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and movement for little ones from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Please register each child (adults do not need to register).
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Aug 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn to crochet a cardigan using panel construction. For those ages 12 & up with an intermediate level of crochet. This is not a beginner level class. Multiple week registration for 7 meetings.
Registration is now closed
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Aug 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, July 24 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
In the Children's Area; no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with toddlers and preschoolers.
Felt Pennants
Mon, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Teens can create and decorate their own personalized no-sew felt pennants. Please register everyone participating.
Registration opens Monday, July 27 2026 at 9:00am
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Aug 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Tuesday is craft day at the library! Each week we have a different project to make. Come over and join in the fun. Registration is required
Registration opens Tuesday, July 28 2026 at 12:30pm
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Aug 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn to crochet a cardigan using panel construction. For those ages 12 & up with an intermediate level of crochet. This is not a beginner level class. Multiple week registration for 7 meetings.
Registration is now closed
Get Lost in a Good Book Club - for tweens/teens
Wed, Aug 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Conference Room
Interested in reading & discussing new books with new friends? Every month we'll talk about books and their movie & graphic novel versions we're reading over snacks! Please register everyone attending
Registration opens Wednesday, July 29 2026 at 4:30pm
Friends of the Library - Richard D Gardner Branch
Thu, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
As the Library's support group, the Friends do everything from raising funds to helping sponsor programs. Join them as they discuss their current fundraising plans. All are welcome.
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, July 31 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
In the Children's Area; no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with toddlers and preschoolers.
Silent Book Club of Warren County Library
Mon, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dedicate time each month to just sit and read. Bring your own book and enjoy peaceful time in the cozy reference area of our library. Theme provided each month to help you select a book (optional).
Registration opens Monday, August 3 2026 at 6:00pm
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Aug 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Tuesday is craft day at the library! Each week we have a different project to make. Come over and join in the fun. Registration is required
Registration opens Tuesday, August 4 2026 at 12:30pm
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Aug 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn to crochet a cardigan using panel construction. For those ages 12 & up with an intermediate level of crochet. This is not a beginner level class. Multiple week registration for 7 meetings.
Registration is now closed
College Essay Tips
Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
An introduction to approaching the college application essay or personal statement.
Registration opens Sunday, August 2 2026 at 6:00pm
Cancelled
The Constitution-Constitutional Curiosities & Controversies
Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
From the "emoluments clause" to unusual Supreme Court cases, we'll explore lesser-known parts of the Constitution and clear up common misconceptions.
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Aug 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, August 7 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
In the Children's Area; no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with toddlers and preschoolers.
Board Game Night - for all ages
Tue, Aug 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Make new friends and have fun playing a different board game every month. We run a fun and casual style of gaming, so all levels and ages are welcome!
Registration opens Tuesday, August 11 2026 at 5:00pm
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Aug 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, August 14 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Aug 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
In the Children's Area; no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families with toddlers and preschoolers.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Sep 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join the conversation! This isn't your ordinary book club. Bring and talk about what you are reading. Choose your own titles and share recommendations with other book lovers.
Registration opens Tuesday, August 4 2026 at 6:00pm
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.
Registration opens Friday, August 21 2026 at 10:00am
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Sat, Sep 05, All day
Closed for Labor Day.
Library Closed - Labor Day
Mon, Sep 07, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones (age 0-2) and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities that support early language development and bonding. Registration not required.
Registration opens Tuesday, August 18 2026 at 10:00am
After School Book Adventures
Tue, Sep 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come experience a book adventure!  Enjoy a snack during a read aloud or two, a time to move, and a fun themed activity. Best suited for kids in kindergarten - grade 3.
Registration opens Tuesday, August 25 2026 at 4:30pm
Friends of the Library - Richard D Gardner Branch
Thu, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
As the Library's support group, the Friends do everything from raising funds to helping sponsor programs. Join them as they discuss their current fundraising plans. All are welcome.
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