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Registration opens:
November 22nd, 2024

A Magical Christmas Tale: Saving Christmas

with professional storyteller Don Dougherty
2024-12-07 11:00:00 2024-12-07 12:00:00 America/New_York A Magical Christmas Tale: Saving Christmas Be whisked away (in sleighs) to the North Pole and help Santa get ready for Christmas and deliver the toys on Christmas Eve! Lot's of fun adventures will ensue!! Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Saturday, December 07
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-12-07 11:00:00 2024-12-07 12:00:00 America/New_York A Magical Christmas Tale: Saving Christmas Be whisked away (in sleighs) to the North Pole and help Santa get ready for Christmas and deliver the toys on Christmas Eve! Lot's of fun adventures will ensue!! Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Be whisked away (in sleighs) to the North Pole and help Santa get ready for Christmas and deliver the toys on Christmas Eve! Lot's of fun adventures will ensue!!

This program is most appropriate for toddlers, preschoolers, and young children. Please register everyone in your group who will be attending.

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

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Special Event |

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Richard D Gardner Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
Hours

Today's hours

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

Mon, Nov 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 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

Cognitive Screenings
Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Occupational therapists will provide information on memory loss and perform free screenings for attention, memory, and language skills. Space is limited. Please register everyone participating.
Registration is now closed
Lucky Pickle Program - Adult Arts & Crafts
Thu, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Stitch a sequined "Lucky Pickle" from felt using the blanket stitch.
Registration is now closed
Warren County Library Commission Meeting
Thu, Nov 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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.
Move & Make Preschool Storytime
Fri, Nov 22, 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.
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tue, Nov 26, 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.
This event is full
After School Book Adventures
Tue, Nov 26, 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.
Library Closing at 4:30pm - Thanksgiving
Wed, Nov 27, All day
All library branches will be closing at 4:30pm.
Library Closed - Thanksgiving
Thu, Nov 28, All day
All library branches are closed.
Library Closed - Thanksgiving
Fri, Nov 29, All day
All library branches are closed.
Library Closed - Thanksgiving
Sat, Nov 30, All day
All library branches are closed.
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
This event is full
Ornament Crafts-Family Craft
Tue, Dec 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Craft a variety of ornaments to add to your seasonal tree: beaded candy canes, folded paper stars, filled baubles. Make one or make them all! All ages welcome; young kids will need adult assistance.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
1000 Books Storytime
Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
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!
Move & Make Preschool Storytime
Fri, Dec 06, 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.
Book Sale! - Sponsored by the Friends of the Richard D. Gardner Branch
Sat, Dec 07, 9:30am - 2:00pm
Find a gently used book for a gift or yourself at the library book sale! All proceeds will go to support the library. Donations of gift giving quality books accepted between 11/18 & 12/6-limit 1 box.
A Magical Christmas Tale: Saving Christmas - with professional storyteller Don Dougherty
Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Be whisked away (in sleighs) to the North Pole and help Santa get ready for Christmas and deliver the toys on Christmas Eve! Lot's of fun adventures will ensue!!
Registration opens Friday, November 22 2024 at 9:00am
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
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.
Towel Roll Star Garland: Adult Arts & Crafts
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!
Hour of Code: Scratch
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.
Friends of the Warren County Library - Richard D. Gardner Branch
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.
Move & Make Preschool Storytime
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.
Grinch Party
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!
Registration opens Saturday, November 30 2024 at 9:00am
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
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.
This event is full
After School Book Adventures
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.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 3 2024 at 4:30pm
Terrific Tunes with Mr. Raymond - Make music at the library!
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.
Gardner Branch Afternoon Book Club (Event Full)
Thu, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Come join us on the fourth Thursday of every month for a lively book discussion.
Move & Make Preschool Storytime
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.
Closing at 4:30pm - Christmas Eve
Tue, Dec 24, All day
All library branches will be closing at 4:30pm on Christmas Eve.
Cancelled
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
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.
Library Closed - Christmas
Wed, Dec 25, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Move & Make Preschool Storytime
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.
Unique Creatures
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
Books to Bricks
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.
Bluey Party
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
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
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.
New Year's at Noon
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
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
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
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
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
Sensory Storytime - Winter Wonderland
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.
Registration opens Friday, December 6 2024 at 9:00am
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