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Read to a Pup

2025-12-20 11:00:00 2025-12-20 12:00:00 America/New_York Read to a Pup Read your favorite book to a therapy pup! Don't worry - these pups love to be read to by children of all ages and reading levels. Please call 908-813-3858 to register for a 10 min. time slot. Northeast Branch - Meeting Room

Saturday, December 20
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-20 11:00:00 2025-12-20 12:00:00 America/New_York Read to a Pup Read your favorite book to a therapy pup! Don't worry - these pups love to be read to by children of all ages and reading levels. Please call 908-813-3858 to register for a 10 min. time slot. Northeast Branch - Meeting Room

Northeast Branch

Meeting Room

Read your favorite book to a therapy pup! Don't worry - these pups love to be read to by children of all ages and reading levels. Please call 908-813-3858 to register for a 10 min. time slot.

One time slot should be reserved for each child reading.  Pet visits are made possible by Creature Comfort - pet therapy for children - building connections through animal visitation, one cold nose at a time.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Language & Literacy | Animals |

TAGS: | dog |

Northeast Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
Hours
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Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 4:00PM

Mon, Dec 08 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 11 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 12 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 13 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Dec 14 Closed
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About the branch

The Northeast Branch is located on Rte. 46 in Independence Twp., close to downtown Hackettstown. The branch features a meeting room, public computers, and quiet reading areas.

Upcoming Events

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Sound of Music Concert - with Pianist Patrick Kerssen
Sat, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Explore the history, impact, and music of the classic 1965 film "The Sound of Music" in this informative concert and presentation.
Wrapping Party
Mon, Dec 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Need to wrap your presents? Bring gifts to the Northeast Branch and join others to wrap presents for an hour. Listen to holiday music. No one will be peaking.   
Scrabble for Adults
Wed, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Play Scrabble! Have fun and make new friends while sharpening your vocabulary skills! The library will provide the Scrabble board and dictionary.
ESL Conversation Group
Wed, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Practice casual conversation in a relaxed setting.
Terrific Tunes with Mr. Raymond - Make music at the library!
Thu, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs!
This event is full
Fantasy & Science Fiction Book Club at Northeast: - for Adults & Teens
Thu, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Maker Space
Are you a fan of Fantasy and Science Fiction? This monthly program is for those who like to discuss books of this genre. Registration is required. For ages 15+
Cancelled
Preschool Pals Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Storytime is an interactive experience during which your child will listen to songs and stories, practice fine motor skills and strengthen early literacy and socialization.
Learning Fun with Ms. Marlene
Fri, Dec 19, 10:30am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Preschool fun with Miss Marlene! Join us for seasonal stories, activities, and more. For ages 3 to 6. Please register just the children attending.
Read to a Pup
Sat, Dec 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Read your favorite book to a therapy pup! Don't worry - these pups love to be read to by children of all ages and reading levels. Please call 908-813-3858 to register for a 10 min. time slot.
Wrapping Party
Mon, Dec 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Need to wrap your presents? Bring gifts to the Northeast Branch and join others to wrap presents for an hour. Listen to holiday music. No one will be peaking.   
Closing at 4:30pm - Christmas Eve
Wed, Dec 24, All day
All library branches will be closing at 4:30pm on Christmas Eve.
Library Closed - Christmas Day
Thu, Dec 25, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Cancelled
Learn in Reel Time
Fri, Dec 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Learn in Reel Time is a monthly movie & short discussion event. We will begin with the Dawn of the Ocean and continue exploring until we reach the Night Sky. Join us for an amazing journey.
Paint a Toy!
Mon, Dec 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
Participants (ages 6-12) will paint a custom toy wooden animal!
Registration opens Monday, December 15 2025 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime - Ages 1-3
Tue, Dec 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Welcoming our littlest patrons! Meet at the library and listen to songs and stories that build early literacy skills.
Family Bingo
Tue, Dec 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Come play Bingo at the Library!
Library Closing at 4:30pm - New Year's Eve
Wed, Dec 31, All day
All library branches will be closing at 4:30pm.
Library Closed - New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 01, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Tue, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Tweens & Middle Schoolers Chess Club
Wed, Jan 07, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Meeting Room
How do you become competitive at chess? If you are between the ages of 8 and 14 this club will teach you the rules of the game and how to use strategy to become a better player.
Fantasy & Science Fiction Book Club at Northeast: - for Adults & Teens
Thu, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Are you a fan of Fantasy and Science Fiction? This monthly program is for those who like to discuss books of this genre. Registration is required. For ages 15+
Registration opens Thursday, December 25 2025 at 5:30pm
Preschool Pals Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jan 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Storytime is an interactive experience during which your child will listen to songs and stories, practice fine motor skills and strengthen early literacy and socialization.
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Fri, Jan 09, 11:15am - 12:15pm
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.
Toddler Storytime - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Welcoming our littlest patrons! Meet at the library and listen to songs and stories that build early literacy skills. Please register all children participating.
Registration opens Sunday, December 14 2025 at 11:00am
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Tue, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Northeast Afternoon Book Club
Wed, Jan 14, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Meeting Room
For January, we will read Mother Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simone.
Preschool Pals Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Storytime is an interactive experience during which your child will listen to songs and stories, practice fine motor skills and strengthen early literacy and socialization.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 17 2025 at 10:30am
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Fri, Jan 16, 11:15am - 12:15pm
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.
Library Closed - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Mon, Jan 19, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Tue, Jan 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
ESL Conversation Group
Wed, Jan 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Practice casual conversation in a relaxed setting.
Registration opens Monday, December 22 2025 at 5:30pm
Preschool Pals Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Storytime is an interactive experience during which your child will listen to songs and stories, practice fine motor skills and strengthen early literacy and socialization.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 24 2025 at 10:30am
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Fri, Jan 23, 11:15am - 12:15pm
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.
Toddler Storytime - Ages 1-3
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Welcoming our littlest patrons! Meet at the library and listen to songs and stories that build early literacy skills. Please register all children participating.
Registration opens Sunday, December 28 2025 at 11:00am
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Tue, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Floating Tea Cup
Wed, Jan 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Design your own beautiful tea cup waterfall fountain showpiece using decorative flowers and simple supplies. This session is for those who did not attend the July 16th session.
Preschool Pals Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Storytime is an interactive experience during which your child will listen to songs and stories, practice fine motor skills and strengthen early literacy and socialization.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 31 2025 at 10:30am
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Fri, Jan 30, 11:15am - 12:15pm
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.
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