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Registration opens:
July 02nd, 2026

The Constitution-The Commerce Clause & Modern Government
2026-07-16 18:00:00 2026-07-16 19:00:00 America/New_York The Constitution-The Commerce Clause & Modern Government The simple power to regulate "interstate commerce" has become one of Congress's broadest authorities. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Thursday, July 16
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-16 18:00:00 2026-07-16 19:00:00 America/New_York The Constitution-The Commerce Clause & Modern Government The simple power to regulate "interstate commerce" has become one of Congress's broadest authorities. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

The simple power to regulate "interstate commerce" has become one of Congress's broadest authorities.

We’ll look at how it shaped the New Deal, civil rights laws, and continues to influence federal regulation today.  Please register everyone who will be attending.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | History |

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Richard D Gardner Branch
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Wed, May 27 9:00AM to 8:00PM
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Fri, May 29 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 30 9:00AM to 4:00PM
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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.

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Get Lost in a Good Book Club - for tweens/teens
Wed, May 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Interested in reading & discussing new books with new friends? Every month we'll talk about books and their movie & graphic novel versions we're reading over snacks! Please register everyone attending
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, May 29, 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.
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Fri, May 29, 10:45am - 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.
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Tue, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
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.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Jun 02, 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.
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jun 05, 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.
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Fri, Jun 05, 10:45am - 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.
Get Lost in a Good Book Club - for tweens/teens
Wed, Jun 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Interested in reading & discussing new books with new friends? Every month we'll talk about books and their movie & graphic novel versions we're reading over snacks! Please register everyone attending
Registration opens Wednesday, May 27 2026 at 4:30pm
Friends of the Library - Richard D Gardner Branch
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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 - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jun 12, 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 29 2026 at 10:00am
Donuts with Dad Family Craft
Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Kids, bring your dad, grandpa, uncle, or any special grown-up for a fun donut storytime including a themed snack and craft! Please register each person attending.
Registration opens Saturday, May 30 2026 at 9:00am
Silent Book Club of Warren County Library
Mon, Jun 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dedicate time each month to just sit and read. Bring your own book and enjoy peaceful time in the cozy reference area of our library. Theme provided each month to help you select a book (optional).
Registration opens Monday, June 1 2026 at 6:00pm
5 Wishes: Advanced Directives and Living Wills
Tue, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
This program will educate and empower individuals about the importance of advance care planning.
Registration opens Tuesday, June 2 2026 at 9:00am
Board Game Night - for all ages
Tue, Jun 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Make new friends and have fun playing a different board game every month. We run a fun and casual style of gaming, so all levels and ages are welcome!
Registration opens Tuesday, June 2 2026 at 5:00pm
Teen One Line Journals
Thu, Jun 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Teens will learn the process and benefits of journaling while creating their own 2x3" portable one line journals to decorate and keep track of their Summer Reading Adventures. Please register.
Registration opens Thursday, June 4 2026 at 9:00am
The Constitution-Federalism and States' Rights
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
What powers belong to the states, and what powers belong to the federal government?
Registration opens Thursday, June 4 2026 at 9:00am
Library Closed - Juneteenth
Fri, Jun 19, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Summer Kickoff: DinosaursArise
Mon, Jun 22, 11:00am - 11:40am
Meeting Room
We're kicking off Summer at the Library with a dino adventure! Meet and interact with Terry the T-Rex and his other realistic animatronic dinosaur and puppet friends, hear a story, and dig for fossils
Registration opens Monday, June 8 2026 at 9:00am
Summer Kickoff Drop In Activites
Mon, Jun 22, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Pop up to the 2nd floor and join us for dino-riffic activities and crafts as we kick off Summer at the Library! No registration needed.
Summer Kickoff: DinosaursArise
Mon, Jun 22, 12:00pm - 12:40pm
Meeting Room
We're kicking off Summer at the Library with a dino adventure! Meet and interact with Terry the T-Rex and his other realistic animatronic dinosaur and puppet friends, hear a story, and dig for fossils
Registration opens Monday, June 8 2026 at 9:00am
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Jun 23, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Tuesday is craft day at the library! Each week we have a different project to make. Come over and join in the fun. Registration is required
Registration opens Tuesday, June 9 2026 at 12:30pm
Warren County Library Commission Meeting
Tue, Jun 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
The meeting will be held at the Richard D. Gardner Branch, White Township.
Reading is Dino-Mite Magic Show
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join magician Brian Richards for this jam-packed magic show that includes comedy, puppets, story-telling, and tons of audience participation!
Registration opens Wednesday, June 10 2026 at 9:00am
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Jun 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn to crochet a cardigan using panel construction. For those ages 12 & up with an intermediate level of crochet. This is not a beginner level class. Multiple week registration for 7 meetings.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 10 2026 at 9:00am
Patriotic Paper Carnations - Adult Arts & Crafts
Thu, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Craft everlasting paper carnations in red, white and blue to celebrate USA's Independence Day. For adults 18+. Please register.
Registration opens Thursday, June 11 2026 at 9:00am
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jun 26, 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, June 12 2026 at 10:00am
Unearth a Story with Zoophoria
Fri, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Meet the distant cousins of the world's most ferocious dinosaurs!
Registration opens Friday, June 12 2026 at 9:00am
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Jun 30, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Tuesday is craft day at the library! Each week we have a different project to make. Come over and join in the fun. Registration is required
Registration opens Tuesday, June 16 2026 at 12:30pm
The American Story
Wed, Jul 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
The United States is celebrating her 250th birthday! In this interactive show, participants will learn some of the American Story through amazing magic, music, comedy, storytelling, puppets, and more!
Registration opens Wednesday, June 17 2026 at 9:00am
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Jul 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn to crochet a cardigan using panel construction. For those ages 12 & up with an intermediate level of crochet. This is not a beginner level class. Multiple week registration for 7 meetings.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 10 2026 at 9:00am
Library Closed - Independence Day
Fri, Jul 03, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Library Closed - Independence Day
Sat, Jul 04, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Jul 07, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Tuesday is craft day at the library! Each week we have a different project to make. Come over and join in the fun. Registration is required
Registration opens Tuesday, June 23 2026 at 12:30pm
Rescheduled
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Tuesday, July 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Jul 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn to crochet a cardigan using panel construction. For those ages 12 & up with an intermediate level of crochet. This is not a beginner level class. Multiple week registration for 7 meetings.
Registration opens Wednesday, June 10 2026 at 9:00am
Get Lost in a Good Book Club - for tweens/teens
Wed, Jul 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Conference Room
Interested in reading & discussing new books with new friends? Every month we'll talk about books and their movie & graphic novel versions we're reading over snacks! Please register everyone attending
Registration opens Wednesday, June 24 2026 at 4:30pm
Friends of the Library - Richard D Gardner Branch
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jul 10, 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, June 26 2026 at 10:00am
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Jul 14, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Tuesday is craft day at the library! Each week we have a different project to make. Come over and join in the fun. Registration is required
Registration opens Tuesday, June 30 2026 at 12:30pm
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference 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, June 16 2026 at 6:00pm
The New Jersey Militia in the War for Independence
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
In recognition of America's 250th anniversary, learn about the role the New Jersey Militia played in the Revolutionary War.
Registration opens Wednesday, July 1 2026 at 9:00am
Butterfly Bookmarks - Adult Arts & Crafts
Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
A creative, hands-on craft activity for adults that teaches participants how to design, fold, or paint decorative bookmarks shaped like butterflies or flowers. For ages 18+. Please register.
Registration opens Thursday, July 2 2026 at 9:00am
The Constitution-The Commerce Clause & Modern Government
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
The simple power to regulate "interstate commerce" has become one of Congress's broadest authorities.
Registration opens Thursday, July 2 2026 at 9:00am
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