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Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration
2025-06-18 14:00:00 2025-06-18 16:00:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration We are kicking off Summer Reading with a celebration of color! Stop by the library to color, paint, craft, write, make music, and dance! All ages are invited! Click to see full schedule of activities. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Wednesday, June 18
2:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-18 14:00:00 2025-06-18 16:00:00 America/New_York Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration We are kicking off Summer Reading with a celebration of color! Stop by the library to color, paint, craft, write, make music, and dance! All ages are invited! Click to see full schedule of activities. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

We are kicking off Summer Reading with a celebration of color! Stop by the library to color, paint, craft, write, make music, and dance! All ages are invited! Click to see full schedule of activities.

2:00-4:00 Activity stations for all ages open. Includes: mini painting, rainbow bookmarks, reading crowns, color hunt, collaborative poem, color personality quiz, selfie spot

Special activities for kids in the Meeting Room:

  • 2:00-2:25 Story and small craft
  • 2:25-2:35 Dance party!
  • 3:00-3:25 Story and small craft
  • 3:25-3:35 Dance party!

 

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teen | Pre-School | Kids | Families | Baby & Toddler | All Ages | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event | Fun & Entertainment | Crafts & Hobbies |

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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, Apr 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 01 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 02 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 03 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, May 04 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

Move & Make Preschool Storytime
Fri, May 02, 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.
Creative Adventures in Doodling
Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the art of doodling & build your skills to create a variety of drawings worthy to frame. Program runs the first Monday of each month for 3 months. Registration required. Ages 13+.
This event is full
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tue, May 06, 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
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch copy
Tue, May 06, 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.
Curiosity Club
Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a multi-age STEM storytime and activity! All ages welcome; activities will be geared toward ages 5-12. Registration required. Please list children's ages so we can prepare accurately.
100 Years of Antique and Collectible Quilts 1860-1960 - a Bicentennial Program
Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Quilts can be a way to preserve family, community, and cultural legacies. Antique quilt specialist, Jayne Bodolsky, will show examples of quilts from 1860-1960 celebrating 100 years of the art form.
Friends of the Warren County Library- Gardner Branch
Thu, May 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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, May 09, 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.
National Train Day Craft
Sat, May 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate National Train Day by hearing a story or two featuring these amazing inventions. Paint a toy engine to take home with you!
Alphabet Afternoons for Pre-K Learners
Mon, May 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the letters of the alphabet with Miss Amy. Enjoy a time of hands on learning through stories, songs, and other activities! Best suited for ages 4 and 5. Please register each child attending.
This event is full
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tue, May 13, 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, May 13, 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.
Does the Constitution Really Say That? - Let's find out with a Law Professor
Wed, May 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
The US Constitution is one of the most talked about and misunderstood documents in American history, but what does it really say? Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 30 2025 at 9:00am
Writer's Group
Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room
Writer's Group focuses giving and getting feedback on creative works while also learning ways to stay motivated to write. The group has both in-person and online option. Click for more information.
Move & Make Preschool Storytime
Fri, May 16, 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.
Registration opens Friday, May 2 2025 at 10:00am
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tue, May 20, 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
Once Upon a Classic
Tue, May 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a lively book discussion group where kids explore classic and modern stories filled with adventure, mystery, and imagination! Registration required for this event. Click to learn more.
Alphabet Afternoons for Pre-K Learners
Wed, May 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the letters of the alphabet with Miss Amy. Enjoy a time of hands on learning through stories, songs, and other activities! Best suited for ages 4 and 5. Please register each child attending.
This event is full
Gardner Branch Afternoon Book Club
Thu, May 22, 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, May 23, 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.
Registration opens Friday, May 9 2025 at 10:00am
Library Closed - Memorial Day Weekend
Sat, May 24, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Library Closed - Memorial Day
Mon, May 26, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tue, May 27, 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
Kids Crochet Project
Tue, May 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Conference Room
Want to make a plushie? Click for more info!
Warren County Library Commission Meeting
Tue, May 27, 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.
Paper Dogwood Branch - Adult Craft
Thu, May 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Spring by creating a floral Paper Dogwood Branch to display in your home all season long.
This event is full
Move & Make Preschool Storytime
Fri, May 30, 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.
Registration opens Friday, May 16 2025 at 10:00am
Alphabet Afternoons for Pre-K Learners
Mon, Jun 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the letters of the alphabet with Miss Amy. Enjoy a time of hands on learning through stories, songs, and other activities! Best suited for ages 4 and 5. Please register each child attending.
This event is full
Creative Adventures in Doodling
Mon, Jun 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the art of doodling & build your skills to create a variety of drawings worthy to frame. Program runs the first Monday of each month for 3 months. Registration required. Ages 13+.
This event is full
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tue, Jun 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.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Jun 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, May 6 2025 at 6:00pm
1000 Books Storytime
Wed, Jun 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, Jun 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.
Registration opens Friday, May 23 2025 at 10:00am
Alphabet Afternoons for Pre-K Learners
Mon, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the letters of the alphabet with Miss Amy. Enjoy a time of hands on learning through stories, songs, and other activities! Best suited for ages 4 and 5. Please register each child attending.
This event is full
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tue, Jun 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.
Friends of the Warren County Library- Gardner Branch
Thu, Jun 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
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, Jun 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.
Registration opens Friday, May 30 2025 at 10:00am
Digging with Dad
Sat, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Kids, bring your dad or uncle or grandfather or any special grown-up for a special planting activity at the library! Please register each person attending, even adults!
Trail Tales: Mammals
Mon, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join us as we explore mammals through story, craft, and an outdoor adventure with Warren County Park's Naturalist, Jennifer Correa-Kruegel. Please register all participants.
Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration
Wed, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
We are kicking off Summer Reading with a celebration of color! Stop by the library to color, paint, craft, write, make music, and dance! All ages are invited! Click to see full schedule of activities.
Writer's Group
Thu, Jun 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room
Writer's Group focuses giving and getting feedback on creative works while also learning ways to stay motivated to write. The group has both in-person and online option. Click for more information.
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