Saturday Stories

Thu, Sep 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

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.

Literary Tea - Classics Book Club

Thu, Sep 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room

Join us for a fun and engaging storytime where we'll explore the joy of reading with fun stories, rhymes, and crafts, fostering early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. Please register each child.

This event is full

Thu, Sep 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room

Do you have a list of classics you "always meant to read"? Join us to discuss the great works while sipping tea like true ladies and gentlemen. Click for more info.

This event is full

Wed, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.

This event is full

Wed, Sep 10, 11:00am - 11:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.

Thu, Sep 11, 10:00am - 10:30am

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.

Thu, Sep 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room

Join us for a fun and engaging storytime where we'll explore the joy of reading with fun stories, rhymes, and crafts, fostering early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. Please register each child.

Mondays with Ms. Marlene

Mon, Sep 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

Preschool fun with Miss Marlene! Join us the third Monday of every month for seasonal stories, activities, and more. For ages 3 to 6. Please register just the children attending.

Registration opens Monday, September 1 2025 at 10:00am

Paws for a Book!

Tue, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Meeting Room

Pick your favorite book to read to a dog! Register for a 10 minute session by calling 908-362-8335 or visit the Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch & speak to a staff member.

Thu, Sep 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

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.

Garlic and Herbs - Plant that garlic & bring in those herbs!

Thu, Sep 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room

Join us for a fun and engaging storytime where we'll explore the joy of reading with fun stories, rhymes, and crafts, fostering early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. Please register each child.

Writer's Group

Thu, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Conference Room

Learn about the craft of writing and get constructive feedback on your own writing projects. For both beginning and seasoned writers. Click for more info.

Wed, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room

Join Lynn Waclawski from the Rutgers Cooperative Extension and learn how to care for garlic and herbs. Plant some herbs in a small pot and receive garlic to plant at home. Registration required.

Registration opens Thursday, September 4 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

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.

Kindergarten Celebration Storytime

Thu, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room

Join us for a fun and engaging storytime where we'll explore the joy of reading with fun stories, rhymes, and crafts, fostering early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. Please register each child.

Manhattan Film Festival

Thu, Sep 25, 5:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room

Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar!

Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 9:00am

Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm

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.

Manhattan Film Festival

Tue, Sep 30, 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Meeting Room

Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar!

Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 9:00am

Spooky Canvas Art - with Lynn Schwartz

Wed, Oct 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room

Join Lynn Schwartz and paint a spooky themed canvas to add to your decor. Adults and Teens 16+. Supplies limited, registration required.

Registration opens Wednesday, September 17 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Oct 02, 10:00am - 10:30am

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.

Literary Tea - Classics Book Club

Thu, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room

Join us for a fun and engaging storytime where we'll explore the joy of reading with fun stories, rhymes, and crafts, fostering early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. Please register each child.

Thu, Oct 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room

Do you have a list of classics you "always meant to read"? Join us to discuss the great works while sipping tea like true ladies and gentlemen. Click for more info.

This event is full

Manhattan Film Festival

Sat, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 3:30pm

Meeting Room

Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar!

Registration opens Thursday, September 11 2025 at 9:00am

Triskaidekaphobia

Tue, Oct 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room

Perfect for the season, we'll learn about many of our common superstitions and the origins of these strange beliefs.

Registration opens Tuesday, September 23 2025 at 9:00am

Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.

Registration opens Wednesday, September 10 2025 at 10:00am

What Makes Magic...Magic?

Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.

Registration opens Wednesday, September 10 2025 at 11:00am

Wed, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room

Join Bill Wisch, the only protégé of Slydini, for an intimate performance of masterful sleight of hand magic & industry anecdotes! Best suited for fans over the age of 10. Registration required.

Registration opens Wednesday, September 24 2025 at 9:00am

Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:30am

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 Movie Music - with Pianist Patrick Kerssen

Thu, Oct 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room

Join us for a fun and engaging storytime where we'll explore the joy of reading with fun stories, rhymes, and crafts, fostering early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. Please register each child.

Sat, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room

Get into the holiday spirit with this program of Halloween movie favorites! With songs from films released over the last 70 plus years, there is something for everyone in the program.

Registration opens Friday, September 26 2025 at 9:00am

Library Closed - Columbus Day

Mon, Oct 13, All day

All library branches will be closed.

Thu, Oct 16, 10:00am - 10:30am

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.