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Registration opens:
August 06th, 2026

The Constitution-Constitutional Curiosities & Controversies
2026-08-20 18:00:00 2026-08-20 19:00:00 America/New_York The Constitution-Constitutional Curiosities & Controversies From the "emoluments clause" to unusual Supreme Court cases, we'll explore lesser-known parts of the Constitution and clear up common misconceptions. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Thursday, August 20
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-08-20 18:00:00 2026-08-20 19:00:00 America/New_York The Constitution-Constitutional Curiosities & Controversies From the "emoluments clause" to unusual Supreme Court cases, we'll explore lesser-known parts of the Constitution and clear up common misconceptions. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

From the "emoluments clause" to unusual Supreme Court cases, we'll explore lesser-known parts of the Constitution and clear up common misconceptions.

A lively wrap-up session that highlights both the oddities and the enduring relevance of America’s founding document.  Please register everyone attending.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | History |

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Richard D Gardner Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
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We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Jun 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 Closed
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
Sun, Jul 05 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

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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!
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 is now closed
Pressed Flower Votives for Teens
Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Teens can design their own custom pressed flower mini lanterns with battery powered tealights inside. All supplies provided, just bring your imagination! Please register all teens participating.
This event is full
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.
Bookish Night Out: Mini Books
Mon, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
A monthly alternative to book club, our Bookish Nights Out are gatherings that feature book related activities, light refreshments, and time to mingle with fellow book lovers.
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
This event is full
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 is now closed
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
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.
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with toddlers and preschoolers.
DIY Friendship Bracelets - Teen Arts and Crafts
Fri, Jul 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Teens can learn how to make three different style friendship bracelets using embroidery floss and thread. Choose your own colors and select from a variety of beads to customize your design!
Jurassic Christmas in July
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Embark on a story walk and enjoy dinosaur themed activities to celebrate a merry little Jurassic Christmas in July! Please register everyone participating.
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
Board Game Night - for all ages
Tue, Jul 14, 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!
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.
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
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jul 17, 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, July 3 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Jul 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with toddlers and preschoolers.
Science Heroes - Digging It!
Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Unearth your love for science in this fun and interactive S.T.E.M. show for the whole family.
Registration opens Thursday, July 2 2026 at 9:00am
Silent Book Club of Warren County Library
Mon, Jul 20, 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, July 6 2026 at 6:00pm
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Jul 21, 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, July 7 2026 at 12:30pm
Trail Tales - Ages 3-8
Wed, Jul 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join us as we explore nature through story, craft, and an outdoor adventure with Warren County Park's Naturalist, Jennifer Correa-Kruegel. Please register all children.
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Jul 22, 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 is now closed
Play with Clay for Teens
Thu, Jul 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Teens can sculpt or mold air dry clay experimenting with texturizers and plastic tools and cutters while making trinket dishes and clay charms to finish at home and paint there once dried.
Registration opens Thursday, July 9 2026 at 9:00am
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jul 24, 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, July 10 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with toddlers and preschoolers.
Notan Cut Paper Workshop
Tue, Jul 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Explore the principles of Notan-an essential design concept focused on the balance of positive and negative space-through a hands-on cut paper workshop.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 14 2026 at 9:00am
Didgeridoo Down Under
Wed, Jul 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join our epic adventure to "unearth a story" in The Land Down Under!
Registration opens Wednesday, July 15 2026 at 9:00am
Story & Craft with Shakespeare Theater of NJ - Ages 3-9
Thu, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy a special storytime led by the Shakespeare Theatre of NJ! Children will listen to a lively tale, explore characters and storytelling through fun activities and a craft. Register all children.
Registration opens Thursday, July 16 2026 at 11:00am
Piecing History Together
Thu, Jul 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to unearth an ancient artifact? Join us to discover how archeologists piece together history through artifacts from our past!
Registration opens Thursday, July 16 2026 at 9:00am
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Jul 31, 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, July 17 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Jul 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with toddlers and preschoolers.
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Aug 04, 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, July 21 2026 at 12:30pm
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BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Aug 04, 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.
1000 Books Storytime - Ages 0-2
Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Stories, songs, and movement for little ones from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Please register each child (adults do not need to register).
Registration opens Wednesday, July 22 2026 at 10:00am
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Aug 05, 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 is now closed
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Aug 07, 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, July 24 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with toddlers and preschoolers.
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Aug 11, 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, July 28 2026 at 12:30pm
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Aug 12, 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 is now closed
Get Lost in a Good Book Club - for tweens/teens
Wed, Aug 12, 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, July 29 2026 at 4:30pm
Friends of the Library - Richard D Gardner Branch
Thu, Aug 13, 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, Aug 14, 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, July 31 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with toddlers and preschoolers.
Silent Book Club of Warren County Library
Mon, Aug 17, 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, August 3 2026 at 6:00pm
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Aug 18, 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, August 4 2026 at 12:30pm
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Aug 19, 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 is now closed
College Essay Tips
Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
An introduction to approaching the college application essay or personal statement.
Registration opens Sunday, August 2 2026 at 6:00pm
The Constitution-Constitutional Curiosities & Controversies
Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
From the "emoluments clause" to unusual Supreme Court cases, we'll explore lesser-known parts of the Constitution and clear up common misconceptions.
Registration opens Thursday, August 6 2026 at 9:00am
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