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Registration opens:
October 09th, 2025

Spooky Mason Jar Luminaries

with Lynn Schwartz
2025-10-23 18:00:00 2025-10-23 19:30:00 America/New_York Spooky Mason Jar Luminaries Lynn is back to help you paint a spooky scene on a mason jar and learn some new painting techniques! For Adults & Teens 16+. Registration required. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Thursday, October 23
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-23 18:00:00 2025-10-23 19:30:00 America/New_York Spooky Mason Jar Luminaries Lynn is back to help you paint a spooky scene on a mason jar and learn some new painting techniques! For Adults & Teens 16+. Registration required. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Lynn is back to help you paint a spooky scene on a mason jar and learn some new painting techniques! For Adults & Teens 16+. Registration required.

AGE GROUP: | Teen | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | 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

We're closed Monday September 01
Mon, Sep 01 Closed
Tue, Sep 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 05 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 06 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Sep 07 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 - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for book time! We share stories, move to songs, and make art to explore the love of reading. Basic preschool skills incorporated into weekly activities.
Creative Adventures in Origami
Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the art of origami & build your skills to create a variety of folded paper projects together. Program runs the first Monday of each month for 3 months. Ages 13 & up. Registration required.
This event is full
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and simple movement activities that support early language development and bonding.
This event is full
After School Book Adventures
Tue, Sep 09, 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 Tour for Homeschool Families
Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Let's kick off the school year with a field trip to the library! Learn how to find books and information like a pro, see behind the scenes, and play library games. Please register all participants.
Friends of the Warren County Library- Gardner Branch
Thu, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting 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 - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for book time! We share stories, move to songs, and make art to explore the love of reading. Basic preschool skills incorporated into weekly activities.
Origami Roses
Sat, Sep 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us as we learn how to recycle well-loved book pages into beautiful roses! Please register everyone in your group who will be attending. Sponsored by the RDG Friends of the Library.
This event is full
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and simple movement activities that support early language development and bonding.
The Constitution in Context - How It Was Built and Why It Still Matters
Tue, Sep 16, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room
On the eve of Constitution Day, we'll look at how the framers designed America's government.
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for book time! We share stories, move to songs, and make art to explore the love of reading. Basic preschool skills incorporated into weekly activities.
Registration opens Friday, September 5 2025 at 10:00am
Alphabet Afternoons for Pre-K Learners
Mon, Sep 22, 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.
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and simple movement activities that support early language development and bonding.
Warren County Library Commission Meeting
Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room
The meeting will be held at the Richard D. Gardner Branch, White Township. If you wish to watch the meeting virtually, please register using the link below.
Kindergarten Celebration Storytime
Wed, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Exclusive event for Kinder students who did the challenge from the goody bag! Bring your completed challenge to any branch to register. Let's celebrate Kindergarten with a story, music, and craft.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Gardner Branch Afternoon Book Club
Thu, Sep 25, 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 - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for book time! We share stories, move to songs, and make art to explore the love of reading. Basic preschool skills incorporated into weekly activities.
Registration opens Friday, September 12 2025 at 10:00am
Manhattan Short Film Festival
Sat, Sep 27, 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.
Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 9:00am
Manhattan Short Film Festival
Mon, Sep 29, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.
Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 9:00am
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and simple movement activities that support early language development and bonding.
Kids Crochet Project
Tue, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Conference Room
Want to make a plushie? Click for more info!
Eric Mintel Investigates
Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Join Eric Mintel for a night of supernatural discoveries.
Registration opens Wednesday, September 17 2025 at 9:00am
Manhattan Short Film Festival
Thu, Oct 02, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.
Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 9:00am
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Oct 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for book time! We share stories, move to songs, and make art to explore the love of reading. Basic preschool skills incorporated into weekly activities.
Registration opens Friday, September 19 2025 at 10:00am
Alphabet Afternoons for Pre-K Learners
Mon, Oct 06, 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.
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and simple movement activities that support early language development and bonding.
After School Book Adventures
Tue, Oct 07, 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, September 23 2025 at 4:30pm
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Oct 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, September 9 2025 at 6:00pm
Curiosity Club
Wed, Oct 08, 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. Please register all children.
Halloween Ghost Craft Series - Adult Arts and Crafts
Thu, Oct 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Make a flickering air dry ghost tealight and a spackle ghost canvas in this ghostly 2 part series.
Registration opens Thursday, September 25 2025 at 9:00am
Friends of the Warren County Library- Gardner Branch
Thu, Oct 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting 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 - Ages 3-5
Fri, Oct 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for book time! We share stories, move to songs, and make art to explore the love of reading. Basic preschool skills incorporated into weekly activities.
Registration opens Friday, September 26 2025 at 10:00am
Library Closed - Columbus Day
Mon, Oct 13, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and simple movement activities that support early language development and bonding.
Halloween Ghost Craft Series - Adult Arts and Crafts
Thu, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Make a flickering air dry ghost tealight and a spackle ghost canvas in this ghostly 2 part series.
Registration opens Thursday, September 25 2025 at 9:00am
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for book time! We share stories, move to songs, and make art to explore the love of reading. Basic preschool skills incorporated into weekly activities.
Registration opens Friday, October 3 2025 at 10:00am
Halloween Magic - with Brian Richards
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Get ready for a NON-SCARY show filled with Halloween TRICKS and TREATS!
Registration opens Friday, October 3 2025 at 9:00am
Alphabet Afternoons for Pre-K Learners
Mon, Oct 20, 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.
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and simple movement activities that support early language development and bonding.
Once Upon a Classic
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 16 2025 at 1:00pm
Gardner Branch Afternoon Book Club
Thu, Oct 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Come join us on the fourth Thursday of every month for a lively book discussion.
Spooky Mason Jar Luminaries - with Lynn Schwartz
Thu, Oct 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Lynn is back to help you paint a spooky scene on a mason jar and learn some new painting techniques! For Adults & Teens 16+. Registration required.
Registration opens Thursday, October 9 2025 at 9:00am
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy for book time! We share stories, move to songs, and make art to explore the love of reading. Basic preschool skills incorporated into weekly activities.
Registration opens Friday, October 10 2025 at 10:00am
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