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Author Visit with Dawn Milstrey

Creator of the Spooky MG Series "The Stone Angel Society"
2024-09-14 13:00:00 2024-09-14 14:00:00 America/New_York Author Visit with Dawn Milstrey Fall and spooky season are right around the corner! Get in the spirit and join us for a fun visit with middle-grade author Dawn Milstrey who writes all about ghosts! Southwest Branch - Meeting Room

Saturday, September 14
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-09-14 13:00:00 2024-09-14 14:00:00 America/New_York Author Visit with Dawn Milstrey Fall and spooky season are right around the corner! Get in the spirit and join us for a fun visit with middle-grade author Dawn Milstrey who writes all about ghosts! Southwest Branch - Meeting Room

Southwest Branch

Meeting Room

Fall and spooky season are right around the corner! Get in the spirit and join us for a fun visit with middle-grade author Dawn Milstrey who writes all about ghosts!

Kids and tweens ages 7+ will learn about what it means to be an author as well as an illustrator.  Our presenter will explain the role of creating books vs. the publisher's role, and questions are definitely encouraged! Participants will also take part in an activity where they will use their imaginations to write creatively and draw simple illustrations.  Please register all children who will be participating.  An adult caregiver is asked to remain at the event. 

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Language & Literacy | Books & Authors |

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Southwest Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
Hours

Today's hours

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

Mon, Jan 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jan 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jan 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 17 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 18 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Jan 19 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

Winter Reindeer Decor - Adult Craft
Thu, Jan 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Design a free-standing reindeer decor piece that can be displayed by a fireplace, on a table, or on the floor. Using a neutral color scheme, this item can adorn your space all winter long.
This event is full
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Jan 16, 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, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a Friday afternoon movie courtesy of the Kanopy database of films, documentaries and musicals.
Library Closed - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Mon, Jan 20, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Southwest Branch Friends Meeting
Tue, Jan 21, 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.
Labrador Literature: Read to a Dog
Wed, Jan 22, 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!
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Jan 23, 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, Jan 24, 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.
Winter Cardmaking Class
Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Maker Space
Join us for a fun cardmaking class! Using cardstock, patterned paper and rubber stamps, you will create four winter-themed greeting cards. Please register everyone who will be participating.
This event is full
Check Em' Out Book Club
Mon, Jan 27, 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.
Boosting the Immune System
Tue, Jan 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join Dr. Victor Catania for this informative presentation and learn tips on what you can do to boost your immune system. Please register everyone in your group attending.
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Jan 29, 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!
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Jan 30, 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 opens Thursday, January 16 2025 at 9:00am
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Jan 30, 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, Jan 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a Friday afternoon movie courtesy of the Kanopy database of films, documentaries and musicals.
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Feb 05, 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!
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 06, 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 opens Thursday, January 16 2025 at 9:00am
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Feb 06, 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.
Together We Can Change Lives - Become a Resource for Kids & Families in Warren County
Thu, Feb 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
Do you want to give back to your community in a meaningful way? Learn about New Jersey's Foster Care and Adoption program and how you can become a licensed resource caregiver for children in need.
Registration opens Thursday, January 23 2025 at 9:00am
Friday Flicks
Fri, Feb 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a Friday afternoon movie courtesy of the Kanopy database of films, documentaries and musicals.
Registration opens Friday, January 24 2025 at 9:00am
STEM Story Lab
Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and engaging STEM storytime designed especially for elementary (K-5) kids. This month's theme is Balance. Please register all participants for this program.
Library Closed - Abraham Lincoln's Birthday
Wed, Feb 12, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Feb 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.
Library Closed - President's Day
Mon, Feb 17, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Little Scientists Storytime
Tue, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join us for a fun and engaging STEM storytime designed especially for preschoolers. This month's theme is space exploration! Please register all participants for this program.
Southwest Branch Friends Meeting
Tue, Feb 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, Feb 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!
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Labrador Literature: Read to a Dog
Wed, Feb 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, Feb 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.
Registration opens Thursday, January 16 2025 at 9:00am
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Feb 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.
Friday Flicks
Fri, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a Friday afternoon movie courtesy of the Kanopy database of films, documentaries and musicals.
Registration opens Friday, January 24 2025 at 9:00am
Check Em' Out Book Club
Mon, Feb 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.
Library Closed - Staff Training Day
Wed, Feb 26, All day
All branches are closed for staff training.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Feb 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.
Registration opens Thursday, January 16 2025 at 9:00am
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Feb 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, Feb 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.
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Mar 05, 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!
Registration opens Wednesday, January 15 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Mar 06, 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 opens Thursday, January 16 2025 at 9:00am
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Mar 06, 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.
Together We Can Change Lives - Become a Resource for Kids & Families in Warren County
Thu, Mar 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
Do you want to give back to your community in a meaningful way? Learn about New Jersey's Foster Care and Adoption program and how you can become a licensed resource caregiver for children in need.
Registration opens Thursday, January 23 2025 at 9:00am
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