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Farm Chicks

Educational Petting Farm
2025-12-30 14:00:00 2025-12-30 15:00:00 America/New_York Farm Chicks Farm Chicks are back! Learn about interesting farm animals & meet them close-up. Ages 3 & up, register everyone attending, even adults. Click for important details BEFORE you register. Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch -

Tuesday, December 30
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-12-30 14:00:00 2025-12-30 15:00:00 America/New_York Farm Chicks Farm Chicks are back! Learn about interesting farm animals & meet them close-up. Ages 3 & up, register everyone attending, even adults. Click for important details BEFORE you register. Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch -

Farm Chicks are back! Learn about interesting farm animals & meet them close-up. Ages 3 & up, register everyone attending, even adults. Click for important details BEFORE you register.

This is an educational presentation with live animals and is for children aged 3 and older. All children under the age of 6 will have to sit with a parent/guardian. Strollers are not permitted. Please register every person attending, even adults.

AGE GROUP: | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Animals |

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Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
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Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 8:00PM

Mon, Dec 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 16 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 19 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 20 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Dec 21 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

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Cancelled
Wiggle & Read - Ages 0-2
Thu, Dec 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime for little ones from birth to age 2 and their caregivers. Registration required, click for more details.
Cancelled
Preschool Bookworms - Ages 3-5
Thu, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join Ms. Grace for an engaging storytime where we'll explore the joy of reading with stories, rhymes, and crafts, fostering early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. Please register each child.
Special Storytime: All Aboard the Polar Express!
Thu, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join Ms. Grace & friends for a special holiday storytime! We'll read The Polar Express and then explore fun stations. Snacks provided. For all ages. Please register all children attending. 
This event is full
Cancelled
Preschool Bookworms Encore - Ages 3-5
Thu, Dec 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join Ms. Grace for an engaging storytime where we'll explore the joy of reading with stories, rhymes, and crafts, fostering early literacy skills for children ages 3-5. Please register each child.
Writer's Group
Thu, Dec 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.
This event is full
Closing at 4:30pm - Christmas Eve
Wed, Dec 24, All day
All library branches will be closing at 4:30pm on Christmas Eve.
Library Closed - Christmas Day
Thu, Dec 25, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Saturday Stories
Sat, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Gather the family and join us for stories, songs, dances, and a craft! Registration required; please register only the children attending.
CDH Curiosity Club - with Ms. Grace
Mon, Dec 29, 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.
Farm Chicks - Educational Petting Farm
Tue, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Farm Chicks are back! Learn about interesting farm animals & meet them close-up. Ages 3 & up, register everyone attending, even adults. Click for important details BEFORE you register.
Library Closing at 4:30pm - New Year's Eve
Wed, Dec 31, All day
All library branches will be closing at 4:30pm.
Library Closed - New Year's Day
Thu, Jan 01, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Terrific Tunes! - with Mr. Raymond
Mon, Jan 05, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.
Registration is now closed
Terrific Tunes! - with Mr. Raymond
Mon, Jan 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.
Registration is now closed
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Wed, Jan 07, 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.
Storytime Theater - January - Ages 3-5
Thu, Jan 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join Ms. Grace for an exciting storytime adventure at CDH! Please register only the children attending. Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 24 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Thu, Jan 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
In the Children's Area; no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after/before Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families.
Storytime Theater Session 2- January - Ages 3-5
Thu, Jan 08, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Join Ms. Grace for an exciting storytime adventure at CDH! Please register only the children attending. Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 24 2025 at 9:00am
Literary Tea - Classics Book Club
Thu, Jan 08, 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
Mondays with Ms. Marlene
Mon, Jan 12, 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, December 29 2025 at 10:00am
Lapsit Storytime - January! - Ages 0-2
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Welcome to CDH's fun-filled 30-minute baby and toddler storytime with Ms. Grace! Please remember to register all children ages 0-2 years old who will be attending this session. Click for more details!
Registration opens Wednesday, December 31 2025 at 10:00am
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Wed, Jan 14, 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.
Board Game Afternoon for Teens!
Wed, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Try out a library boardgame or bring your own to play with friends! This is for ages 10 to 18. Please register.
Narrative Threads - New Jersey Quilts and Textiles
Wed, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Discover some historic quilts, woven textiles, and lace pieces from the Museum of Early Trades and Crafts' collection. Please register everyone attending.
Storytime Theater - January - Ages 3-5
Thu, Jan 15, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join Ms. Grace for an exciting storytime adventure at CDH! Please register only the children attending. Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 24 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Thu, Jan 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
In the Children's Area; no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after/before Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families.
Storytime Theater Session 2- January - Ages 3-5
Thu, Jan 15, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Join Ms. Grace for an exciting storytime adventure at CDH! Please register only the children attending. Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 24 2025 at 9:00am
From Page to Screen
Thu, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Lights, camera, action! Join us on the soundstage for a book discussion group where we'll read and dissect books that have been adapted into films or television series. Click for more details. Adults.
Library Closed - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Mon, Jan 19, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Reading Renegades: CDH Book Discussion Group - Jan-June Session
Tue, Jan 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room
Literary fiction, biography, graphic novels, or genre fiction - you never know what we'll read next! Third Tuesday @ 1pm; for ages 18 and up. Register for a 6 month session, ending in June of 2026.
Paws for a Book!
Tue, Jan 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pick your favorite book to read to a dog! Register for a 10 minute session with a certified therapy dog. Best for ages over 3. We recommend having a book picked out prior to your start time.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 23 2025 at 4:30pm
Lapsit Storytime - January! - Ages 0-2
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Welcome to CDH's fun-filled 30-minute baby and toddler storytime with Ms. Grace! Please remember to register all children ages 0-2 years old who will be attending this session. Click for more details!
Registration opens Wednesday, January 7 2026 at 10:00am
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Wed, Jan 21, 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.
Storytime Theater - January - Ages 3-5
Thu, Jan 22, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join Ms. Grace for an exciting storytime adventure at CDH! Please register only the children attending. Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 24 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Thu, Jan 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
In the Children's Area; no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after/before Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families.
Storytime Theater Session 2- January - Ages 3-5
Thu, Jan 22, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Join Ms. Grace for an exciting storytime adventure at CDH! Please register only the children attending. Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 24 2025 at 9:00am
Mono-Printing Workshop - Adult Craft
Tue, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Join Smriti Sangal for this hands on program. Registration required, click for more details.
Registration opens Tuesday, January 13 2026 at 9:00am
Lapsit Storytime - January! - Ages 0-2
Wed, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Welcome to CDH's fun-filled 30-minute baby and toddler storytime with Ms. Grace! Please remember to register all children ages 0-2 years old who will be attending this session. Click for more details!
Registration opens Wednesday, January 14 2026 at 10:00am
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Wed, Jan 28, 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.
Storytime Theater - January - Ages 3-5
Thu, Jan 29, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join Ms. Grace for an exciting storytime adventure at CDH! Please register only the children attending. Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 24 2025 at 9:00am
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Thu, Jan 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm
In the Children's Area; no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after/before Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families.
Storytime Theater Session 2- January - Ages 3-5
Thu, Jan 29, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Join Ms. Grace for an exciting storytime adventure at CDH! Please register only the children attending. Click for more details.
Registration opens Wednesday, December 24 2025 at 9:00am
Writer's Group
Thu, Jan 29, 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.
This event is full
Saturday Stories
Sat, Jan 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Gather the family and join us for stories, songs, dances, and a craft! Registration required; please register only the children attending.
Registration opens Monday, December 22 2025 at 11:00am
Terrific Tunes! - with Mr. Raymond
Mon, Feb 02, 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
Mon, Feb 02, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Wed, Feb 04, 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.
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Thu, Feb 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
In the Children's Area; no registration needed. Drop by the Library or stay after/before Storytime for open play in a supportive and nurturing environment with other families.
Literary Tea - Classics Book Club
Thu, Feb 05, 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
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