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Registration opens:
October 24th, 2025

Lil Al Dinosaur
2025-11-07 14:00:00 2025-11-07 15:00:00 America/New_York Lil Al Dinosaur Be a Paleontologist for the day! Touch a real egg, teeth and bones.  Help rebuild the little Allosaurus! Ages 4 - 8, please register all children attending. Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch - Meeting Room

Friday, November 07
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-07 14:00:00 2025-11-07 15:00:00 America/New_York Lil Al Dinosaur Be a Paleontologist for the day! Touch a real egg, teeth and bones.  Help rebuild the little Allosaurus! Ages 4 - 8, please register all children attending. Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch - Meeting Room

Be a Paleontologist for the day! Touch a real egg, teeth and bones.  Help rebuild the little Allosaurus! Ages 4 - 8, please register all children attending.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | STEAM & Maker |

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Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
Hours

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 6:00PM

Mon, Sep 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 24 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 25 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 26 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 27 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Sep 28 Closed
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About the branch

The Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch is located in Blairstown on Lambert Rd. off of Rte. 94. The branch offers a children’s area, public computers, and a large public meeting room.

Upcoming Events

Kindergarten Celebration Storytime
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 Short 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!
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.
This event is full
Wiggle & Read - Ages 0-2
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.
Preschool Bookworms - Ages 3-5
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.
This event is full
Literary Tea - Classics Book Club
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 Short 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!
Trail Tales - Ages 3-5
Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:45am
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 preschool children.
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.
Terrific Tunes! - With Mr. Raymond
Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.
Terrific Tunes! - With Mr. Raymond
Wed, Oct 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.
What Makes Magic...Magic?
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.
Wiggle & Read - Ages 0-2
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.
Preschool Bookworms - Ages 3-5
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.
This event is full
Halloween Movie Music - with Pianist Patrick Kerssen
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.
Library Closed - Columbus Day
Mon, Oct 13, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Wiggle & Read - Ages 0-2
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.
Preschool Bookworms - Ages 3-5
Thu, Oct 16, 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
Writer's Group
Thu, Oct 16, 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.
Halloween Magic - with Brian Richards
Sat, Oct 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Get ready for a NON-SCARY show filled with Halloween TRICKS and TREATS!
Registration opens Friday, October 3 2025 at 9:00am
Oktoberfest Music - with Richard Stillman
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Richard Stillman is back to celebrate Oktoberfest with music played on accordion, guitar & banjo! Enjoy a lively afternoon of German culture!
Registration opens Saturday, October 4 2025 at 9:00am
Mondays with Ms. Marlene
Mon, Oct 20, 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, October 6 2025 at 10:00am
Paws for a Book!
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Parchment Art
Wed, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Create lace-like patterns using only paper and your hands. Learn to emboss, cut, stencil, and texture while creating beautiful artwork or utility products like lamps or tealight holders.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 8 2025 at 9:00am
Wiggle & Read - Ages 0-2
Thu, Oct 23, 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.
Preschool Bookworms - Ages 3-5
Thu, Oct 23, 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
CDH Curiosity Club - with Ms. Grace
Mon, Oct 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Join us for hands-on experimentation that sparks imagination and learning. Activities are recommended for children ages 6 and older. Please register each child. Click for more details.
Registration opens Monday, September 29 2025 at 4:30pm
Library Closed - Election Day
Tue, Nov 04, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Craft Closet Cleanout
Thu, Nov 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Help us clear out our craft closet by exploring and creating with existing craft kits and activities from our recent past.
Cancelled
Wiggle & Read - Ages 0-2
Thu, Nov 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
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.
Cancelled
Preschool Bookworms - Ages 3-5
Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Cartooning Lessons, Making Comics Together with Mike Dawson
Thu, Nov 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Award-winning cartoonist Mike Dawson (The Fifth Quarter, The Hidden Dominion of Geordie James) presents an interactive comics making workshop. Ages 8-12, registration required. Click for more details.
Registration opens Thursday, October 23 2025 at 9:00am
Brick Squad - Ages 3-12
Thu, Nov 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for an open build with the library's building bricks. Bring your imagination and creativity! We'll have the library's Lego books for inspiration. Please register each child.
Registration opens Saturday, September 27 2025 at 1:00pm
Literary Tea - Classics Book Club
Thu, Nov 06, 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
Lil Al Dinosaur
Fri, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Be a Paleontologist for the day! Touch a real egg, teeth and bones.  Help rebuild the little Allosaurus! Ages 4 - 8, please register all children attending.
Registration opens Friday, October 24 2025 at 9:00am
Library Closed - Veteran's Day
Tue, Nov 11, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Terrific Tunes! - With Mr. Raymond
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 10:00am
Terrific Tunes! - With Mr. Raymond
Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 15 2025 at 11:00am
The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area - A photographic journey through Warren County & more
Wed, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate the Warren County Bicentennial with a presentation by renowned photographer Len Rue, Jr. covering the flora and fauna of our area. Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 29 2025 at 9:00am
Wiggle & Read - Ages 0-2
Thu, Nov 13, 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.
Preschool Bookworms - Ages 3-5
Thu, Nov 13, 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
Puzzle Exchange
Thu, Nov 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle and meet some fellow dissectologists! Just remember, if you bring a puzzle, you must leave with a puzzle!
Registration opens Thursday, October 30 2025 at 9:00am
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