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The Great Reading Adventure Magic Show
2024-07-09 16:00:00 2024-07-09 17:00:00 America/New_York The Great Reading Adventure Magic Show Join magical storyteller Conrad Cologne in a laughter-filled and interactive reading adventure! Southwest Branch - Meeting Room

Tuesday, July 09
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-09 16:00:00 2024-07-09 17:00:00 America/New_York The Great Reading Adventure Magic Show Join magical storyteller Conrad Cologne in a laughter-filled and interactive reading adventure! Southwest Branch - Meeting Room

Southwest Branch

Meeting Room

Join magical storyteller Conrad Cologne in a laughter-filled and interactive reading adventure!

Get ready to explore the world and your imaginations as stories come to life with magic and we take a thrilling adventure right in the library!  The Statue of Liberty disappears, a magic bubble flies through the library, pictures magically change, we'll fire a penguin out of a cannon, and more!  Please register everyone in your group who will be attending.

AGE GROUP: | Pre-School | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Language & Literacy | Fun & Entertainment |

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Southwest Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Mar 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Mar 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 14 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 15 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Mar 16 Closed
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About the branch

The Southwest Branch is located in Stewartsville off of Rte. 519. The branch features a public meeting room, teen space, children’s area, Maker Space, and public computers.

Upcoming Events

Toddler Storytime
Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
We welcome our littlest patrons to the library to enjoy stories with their caregivers and peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
Registration is now closed
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Mar 13, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Registration is now closed
Friday Flicks
Fri, Mar 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a Friday afternoon movie courtesy of the Kanopy database of films, documentaries and musicals.
All Booked Book Club
Fri, Mar 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Conference Room
Gather, meet new people, and read and discuss a different book every month! This book club is appropriate for teens 15+.
Medicare: Lowering Your Part D Costs copy
Tue, Mar 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
The stress of affording your medication is a familiar feeling for too many people every year. Click here for more information on lowering your costs.
Southwest Branch Friends Meeting
Tue, Mar 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room
Come join the Friends of the Southwest Branch! The Friends are responsible for fundraising to provide programming and other necessities for our library. Become a Friend, and help us help you.
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Mar 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Preschool Pals Storytime helps children develop essential skills for school, such as listening, language, and early literacy while having fun!
Springtime Wreath - Adult Craft
Wed, Mar 19, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Maker Space
Craft a springtime wreath using vintage neutral ribbons and a welcome or hello sign made from wood. You can display the wreath on a wall or door all season long.
This event is full
Labrador Literature: Read to a Dog
Wed, Mar 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Would you like to read to a dog? We will be joined by a Labrador puppy in training to become a Seeing Eye guide dog!
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
We welcome our littlest patrons to the library to enjoy stories with their caregivers and peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
This event is full
Bad Art Nite
Thu, Mar 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Paint, craft, and draw truly terrible art with your fellow teens! This program is appropriate for teens ages 12-18. Please register everyone in your group who will be attending.
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Mar 20, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
NJ Makers Day
Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Maker Space
Get creative with hands-on STEM projects including Skittles Rainbow Science, Binary Code Bracelets, Wind Powered Cars, science magic with a Revelio Charm, and much more!
Check Em' Out Book Club
Mon, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
Come join our afternoon Book Club as we Check Out some new books and genres. Going forward, a new genre will be chosen each month. Come read, share and enjoy the conversation.
Little Scientists Storytime: Wind
Tue, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join Ms. Michele for a fun and engaging STEM storytime designed especially for preschoolers. Please register all participants for this program.
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Mar 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Preschool Pals Storytime helps children develop essential skills for school, such as listening, language, and early literacy while having fun!
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
We welcome our littlest patrons to the library to enjoy stories with their caregivers and peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Mar 27, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Check Em' Out Book Club
Fri, Mar 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room
Come join our afternoon Book Club as we Check Out some new books and genres. Going forward, a new genre will be chosen each month. Come read, share and enjoy the conversation.
"Crazy Daisy" - Juliette Gordon Low: Intrepid Founder of the Girl Scouts
Mon, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join Carol Simon Levin as she portrays Juliette Gordon Low.
Registration opens Monday, March 17 2025 at 9:00am
What Makes Magic...Magic?
Tue, Apr 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join Bill Wisch, the only protégé of Slydini, for an intimate performance of masterful sleight of hand magic & industry anecdotes! Best suited for fans over the age of 10. Registration required.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Apr 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Preschool Pals Storytime helps children develop essential skills for school, such as listening, language, and early literacy while having fun!
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Apr 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
We welcome our littlest patrons to the library to enjoy stories with their caregivers and peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Apr 03, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Preschool Pals Storytime helps children develop essential skills for school, such as listening, language, and early literacy while having fun!
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
We welcome our littlest patrons to the library to enjoy stories with their caregivers and peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Apr 10, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Friday Flicks
Fri, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a Friday afternoon movie courtesy of the Kanopy database of films, documentaries and musicals.
All Booked Book Club
Mon, Apr 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Conference Room
Gather, meet new people, and read and discuss a different book every month! This book club is appropriate for teens 15+.
Registration opens Monday, March 31 2025 at 3:00pm
Southwest Branch Friends Meeting
Tue, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room
Come join the Friends of the Southwest Branch! The Friends are responsible for fundraising to provide programming and other necessities for our library. Become a Friend, and help us help you.
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Apr 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Preschool Pals Storytime helps children develop essential skills for school, such as listening, language, and early literacy while having fun!
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
We welcome our littlest patrons to the library to enjoy stories with their caregivers and peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Library Closed - Good Friday
Fri, Apr 18, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Miniature Horse Library Visit
Tue, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Meet a little therapy horse! Enjoy a story and learn all about the benefits of equine therapy. Plus, he wears sneakers!
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 9:00am
A Thousand Words Graphic Novel Book Club
Tue, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room
Gather, meet new people, and read and discuss graphic novels! This book club is appropriate for teens and adults 17+
Registration opens Tuesday, April 8 2025 at 1:00pm
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Preschool Pals Storytime helps children develop essential skills for school, such as listening, language, and early literacy while having fun!
Labrador Literature: Read to a Dog
Wed, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Would you like to read to a dog? We will be joined by a Labrador puppy in training to become a Seeing Eye guide dog!
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
We welcome our littlest patrons to the library to enjoy stories with their caregivers and peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Apr 24, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Friday Flicks
Fri, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a Friday afternoon movie courtesy of the Kanopy database of films, documentaries and musicals.
Bad Art Nite
Fri, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Maker Space
Paint, craft, and draw truly terrible art with your fellow teens! This program is appropriate for teens ages 12-18. Please register everyone in your group who will be attending.
Registration opens Friday, April 11 2025 at 3:00pm
Spring Cardmaking Class
Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Maker Space
Join us for a fun cardmaking class! Using cardstock, patterned paper and rubber stamps, you will create four spring-themed greeting cards. Please register everyone who will be participating.
Registration opens Friday, April 11 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Apr 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Preschool Pals Storytime helps children develop essential skills for school, such as listening, language, and early literacy while having fun!
Toddler Storytime
Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
We welcome our littlest patrons to the library to enjoy stories with their caregivers and peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
Maker Drop-In
Thu, May 01, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
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