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Registration opens:
June 10th, 2026

Reading is Dino-Mite Magic Show
2026-06-24 14:00:00 2026-06-24 15:00:00 America/New_York Reading is Dino-Mite Magic Show Join magician Brian Richards for this jam-packed magic show that includes comedy, puppets, story-telling, and tons of audience participation! Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch - Meeting Room

Wednesday, June 24
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-24 14:00:00 2026-06-24 15:00:00 America/New_York Reading is Dino-Mite Magic Show Join magician Brian Richards for this jam-packed magic show that includes comedy, puppets, story-telling, and tons of audience participation! Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch - Meeting Room

Join magician Brian Richards for this jam-packed magic show that includes comedy, puppets, story-telling, and tons of audience participation!

Please register everyone in your group who will be attending.

AGE GROUP: | Kids | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event |

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Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
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Mon, May 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 06 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 07 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 08 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 09 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, May 10 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.

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Notan Cut Paper Workshop
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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.
Lapsit Storytime - May - Ages 0-2
Wed, May 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Welcome to CDH's fun-filled 30-minute baby & toddler storytime! Please remember to register all children ages 0-2 years old who will be attending this session. Click for more details!
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Wed, May 13, 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 - May - Ages 3-5
Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, and crafts designed for literacy and fine motor development. Space is limited, registration of each child is required.
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Thu, May 14, 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.
From Page to Screen
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference 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.
Edible Arts Workshop - Duck Pond!
Sat, May 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Create a duck pond with candy, icing, & delicious treats! Best for ages 3-7. Children under five will need their adults assistance. Please register every child attending--no need to count adults!
Mondays with Ms. Marlene
Mon, May 18, 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.
Reading Renegades: CDH Book Discussion Group - Jan-June Session
Tue, May 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting 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.
Registration is now closed
Paws for a Book!
Tue, May 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
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.
Lapsit Storytime - May - Ages 0-2
Wed, May 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Welcome to CDH's fun-filled 30-minute baby & toddler storytime! Please remember to register all children ages 0-2 years old who will be attending this session. Click for more details!
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Wed, May 20, 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.
Dogs Don't Bite Out of Nowhere - Author Talk
Wed, May 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Ever wonder what your dog is trying to tell you? Is he calm, stressed, anxious, fearful, uncomfortable? Join Pam Denison of Positive Dogs for this timely talk. Please register, click for more info.
Storytime Theater - May - Ages 3-5
Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, and crafts designed for literacy and fine motor development. Space is limited, registration of each child is required.
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Thu, May 21, 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.
Writer's Group
Thu, May 21, 6:00pm - 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
Library Closed - Memorial Day
Mon, May 25, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Lapsit Storytime - May - Ages 0-2
Wed, May 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Welcome to CDH's fun-filled 30-minute baby & toddler storytime! Please remember to register all children ages 0-2 years old who will be attending this session. Click for more details!
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Wed, May 27, 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 - May - Ages 3-5
Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for stories, songs, and crafts designed for literacy and fine motor development. Space is limited, registration of each child is required.
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Thu, May 28, 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.
Terrific Tunes! - with Mr. Raymond
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for important details before registering.
This event is full
Terrific Tunes! - with Mr. Raymond
Mon, Jun 01, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for important details before registering.
This event is full
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Meeting Room
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Preschool Playdate at the Library
Thu, Jun 04, 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 Discussion Group
Thu, Jun 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
This evening book group meets on the 1st Thursday of every month at 6pm for a discussion of one of the classics. Open to adults only. Registration for a 6-month session required. Click for more info.
From Page to Screen
Thu, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference 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.
Summer Fun - A Garden Grows
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Preschoolers are invited for hands-on fun, stories, songs, and more at this special summer storytime! This week we'll be celebrating gardening by planting a flower and vegetable. Please register.
Registration opens Monday, June 1 2026 at 9:00am
Reading Renegades: CDH Book Discussion Group - Jan-June Session
Tue, Jun 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room,Meeting 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.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Paws for a Book!
Tue, Jun 16, 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.
Writer's Group
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 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
Library Closed - Juneteenth
Fri, Jun 19, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Summer Fun - Bugs, Bugs, Bugs!
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Preschoolers are invited for hands-on fun, stories, songs, and more at this special summer storytime! This week we'll be celebrating gardening by planting a flower and vegetable. Please register.
Registration opens Monday, June 8 2026 at 9:00am
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Registration opens Tuesday, June 9 2026 at 9:00am
Reading is Dino-Mite Magic Show
Wed, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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
Summer Fun - Popcorn Nell!
Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Preschoolers are invited for hands-on fun, stories, songs, and more at this special summer storytime! This week we'll be celebrating popcorn by making our own and learning about corn. Register.
Registration opens Monday, June 15 2026 at 9:00am
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