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1000 Books Storytime

2024-12-04 10:00:00 2024-12-04 11:00:00 America/New_York 1000 Books Storytime Join us for storytime! All are welcome: pre-kinder children, current participants, and anyone interested in our 1000 Books reading program. Let's read fun stories, have snacks, and celebrate success! Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Wednesday, December 04
10:00am - 11:00am

Add to Calendar 2024-12-04 10:00:00 2024-12-04 11:00:00 America/New_York 1000 Books Storytime Join us for storytime! All are welcome: pre-kinder children, current participants, and anyone interested in our 1000 Books reading program. Let's read fun stories, have snacks, and celebrate success! Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Join us for storytime! All are welcome: pre-kinder children, current participants, and anyone interested in our 1000 Books reading program. Let's read fun stories, have snacks, and celebrate success!

AGE GROUP: | Pre-School | Baby & Toddler |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

TAGS: | 1000BooksBeforeKinder |

Richard D Gardner Branch

Phone: 908-818-1280

Hours

Today's hours

Closed

Mon, Dec 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 14 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Dec 15 Closed

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

Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Enjoy a short program for babies and toddlers. We'll sing, dance, clap and share a story or two. For ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. After the program, stay for a half-hour of playtime.

Thu, Dec 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Slice, glue, and string cardboard roll stars to make a primitive star garland to hang in your home. Please bring at least 2 empty paper towel tubes and join in the fun!
This event is full

Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
It is Hour of Code week! Bring your laptop and let's learn how to code using Scratch, a free web based coding tool for kids. We have a limited number of laptops for use, please BYOD if possible.

Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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.

Fri, Dec 13, 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.

Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate the holiday Grinch style! Activities, food, games, and a read aloud of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas". Feel free to come in festive attire or sporting Grinchy green!
This event is full

Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Enjoy a short program for babies and toddlers. We'll sing, dance, clap and share a story or two. For ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. After the program, stay for a half-hour of playtime.

Tue, Dec 17, 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.

Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs. Come sing along and explore music through instruments and colorful props. For toddlers and preschoolers. Please register all children attending.

Thu, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Come join us on the fourth Thursday of every month for a lively book discussion.

Fri, Dec 20, 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.

Tue, Dec 24, All day
All library branches will be closing at 4:30pm on Christmas Eve.

Cancelled
Tue, Dec 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Enjoy a short program for babies and toddlers. We'll sing, dance, clap and share a story or two. For ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. After the program, stay for a half-hour of playtime.

Wed, Dec 25, All day
All library branches will be closed.

Fri, Dec 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.

Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Meet the animals from Unique Creatures and learn about their lives and personalities! Space is limited, please register everyone attending--even adults. Strollers not permitted.
Registration opens Friday, December 13 2024 at 9:00am

Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Bring your creative ideas and building skills! We will start with a story chosen to inspire a Lego building challenge, then participants will have the rest of the hour to create their masterpiece.

Mon, Dec 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Come to a Bluey watch party and enjoy themed activities! Registration required.
Registration opens Monday, December 16 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Dec 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Enjoy a short program for babies and toddlers. We'll sing, dance, clap and share a story or two. For ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. After the program, stay for a half-hour of playtime.

Tue, Dec 31, 11:45am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
Skip the late night, and count down to celebrate the New Year at noon!
Registration opens Monday, December 16 2024 at 9:00am

Thu, Jan 02, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room
The meeting will be held at the Richard D. Gardner Branch, White Township. If you wish to attend the meeting virtually, please register using the link below.

Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Enjoy a short program for babies and toddlers. We'll sing, dance, clap and share a story or two. For ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. After the program, stay for a half-hour of playtime.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 17 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Jan 07, 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, December 10 2024 at 6:00pm

Thu, Jan 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Welcoming children of all abilities to our sensory friendly Storytime! Engage with exciting stories, move around, and play with hands-on activities.

Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Enjoy a short program for babies and toddlers. We'll sing, dance, clap and share a story or two. For ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. After the program, stay for a half-hour of playtime.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 17 2024 at 9:00am

Tue, Jan 14, 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, December 31 2024 at 4:30pm

Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a hands-on micro:bit coding series designed specifically for homeschool families! This is a multi-week program with limited space. Registration is required for this event.

Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Enjoy a short program for babies and toddlers. We'll sing, dance, clap and share a story or two. For ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. After the program, stay for a half-hour of playtime.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 17 2024 at 9:00am

Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a hands-on micro:bit coding series designed specifically for homeschool families! This is a multi-week program with limited space. Registration is required for this event.

Thu, Jan 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Come join us on the fourth Thursday of every month for a lively book discussion.

Mon, Jan 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for an evening storytime with your favorite stuffy! Registration is required for this event. See additional details below.
Registration opens Monday, January 6 2025 at 9:00am