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Registration opens:
April 20th, 2026

Cinco de Mayo a Musical Celebration

With Jesse Rivera
2026-05-04 18:00:00 2026-05-04 19:00:00 America/New_York Cinco de Mayo a Musical Celebration Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and learn about Mexican culture during this musical program. Performed by award winning guitarist and singer-songwriter, Jesse Rivera. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Monday, May 04
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-05-04 18:00:00 2026-05-04 19:00:00 America/New_York Cinco de Mayo a Musical Celebration Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and learn about Mexican culture during this musical program. Performed by award winning guitarist and singer-songwriter, Jesse Rivera. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and learn about Mexican culture during this musical program. Performed by award winning guitarist and singer-songwriter, Jesse Rivera.

Please register everyone in your group attending.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teen | Kids | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Music | History |

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Richard D Gardner Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
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We're closed Wednesday March 11
Mon, Mar 09 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 10 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Mar 11 Closed
Thu, Mar 12 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Mar 13 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Mar 14 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Mar 15 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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Silent Book Club
Mon, Mar 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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).
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Mar 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones (age 0-2) and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities that support early language development and bonding. Registration not required.
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Tue, Mar 17, 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.
Once Upon a Classic
Tue, Mar 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a lively book discussion group where kids explore classic and modern stories filled with adventure, mystery, and imagination! Registration required for this event. Click to learn more.
Get Lost in a Good Book Club - for tweens/teens
Wed, Mar 18, 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
The Constitution-Privacy and Liberty
Thu, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Although not named in the Constitution, privacy has been recognized through a series of cases.
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Mar 20, 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, Mar 20, 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.
12th Annual NJ Makers Day!
Sat, Mar 21, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Stop into the library between 10:00 & 3:00 for activities galore! Bring the whole family for an educational & fun-filled day! Check back soon for more details!
Alphabet Afternoons for Pre-K Learners
Mon, Mar 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the letters of the alphabet with Miss Amy. Enjoy a time of hands on learning through stories, songs, and other activities! Best suited for ages 4 and 5. Please register each child attending.
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Mar 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones (age 0-2) and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities that support early language development and bonding. Registration not required.
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Tue, Mar 24, 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.
Warren County Library Commission Meeting
Tue, Mar 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
The meeting will be held at the Richard D. Gardner Branch, White Township.
Cancelled
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Mar 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
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, Mar 27, 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, Mar 31, 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.
Kids Crochet Project
Tue, Mar 31, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Want to make a plushie? Click for more info!
Egg Hunt
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join Miss Amy and Miss Michele for stories, snacks, and an egg hunt for toddlers and preschoolers. Please register each child attending.
Registration opens Wednesday, March 18 2026 at 9:00am
Friends of the Library - Richard D Gardner Branch
Thu, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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.
Library Closed - Good Friday
Fri, Apr 03, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones (age 0-2) and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities that support early language development and bonding. Registration not required.
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Tue, Apr 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.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Apr 07, 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.
Curiosity Club
Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a multi-age STEM storytime and activity! All ages welcome; activities will be geared toward ages 5-12. Please register all children.
This event is full
Rescheduled
Friends of the Library - Richard D Gardner Branch
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New date Thursday, April 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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, Apr 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, March 27 2026 at 10:00am
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Fri, Apr 10, 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.
Alphabet Afternoons for Pre-K Learners
Mon, Apr 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the letters of the alphabet with Miss Amy. Enjoy a time of hands on learning through stories, songs, and other activities! Best suited for ages 4 and 5. Please register each child attending.
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones (age 0-2) and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities that support early language development and bonding. Registration not required.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 17 2026 at 10:00am
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Tue, Apr 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.
After School Book Adventures
Tue, Apr 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room
Come experience a book adventure!  Enjoy a snack during a read aloud or two, a time to move, and a fun themed activity. Best suited for kids in kindergarten - grade 3.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 31 2026 at 4:30pm
The Constitution-The Second Amendment and Gun Regulation
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
The right to "keep and bear arms" continues to generate debate.
Registration opens Thursday, April 2 2026 at 9:00am
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Apr 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, April 3 2026 at 10:00am
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Fri, Apr 17, 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.
Earth Day Family Craft
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Come create an artful collage using a variety of natural and recycled materials in recognition of Earth Day. Please register each person attending.
Registration opens Saturday, April 4 2026 at 9:00am
Silent Book Club
Mon, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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, April 6 2026 at 5:00pm
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones (age 0-2) and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities that support early language development and bonding. Registration not required.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 24 2026 at 10:00am
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Tue, Apr 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.
Once Upon a Classic
Tue, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a lively book discussion group where kids explore classic and modern stories filled with adventure, mystery, and imagination! Registration required for this event. Click to learn more.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 17 2026 at 1:00pm
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Apr 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, April 10 2026 at 10:00am
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Fri, Apr 24, 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.
Alphabet Afternoons for Pre-K Learners
Mon, Apr 27, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn the letters of the alphabet with Miss Amy. Enjoy a time of hands on learning through stories, songs, and other activities! Best suited for ages 4 and 5. Please register each child attending.
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room
Storytime for little ones (age 0-2) and their caregivers. We'll share stories, rhymes, songs, and movement activities that support early language development and bonding. Registration not required.
Registration opens Tuesday, March 31 2026 at 10:00am
Baby & Toddler Playdate at the Library
Tue, Apr 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.
Kids Crochet Project
Tue, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Conference Room
Want to make a plushie? Click for more info!
Registration opens Tuesday, March 31 2026 at 4:30pm
Warren County Library Commission Meeting
Tue, Apr 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
The meeting will be held at the Richard D. Gardner Branch, White Township.
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, May 01, 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, April 17 2026 at 10:00am
Preschool Playdate at the Library
Fri, May 01, 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.
Cinco de Mayo a Musical Celebration - With Jesse Rivera
Mon, May 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo and learn about Mexican culture during this musical program. Performed by award winning guitarist and singer-songwriter, Jesse Rivera.
Registration opens Monday, April 20 2026 at 9:00am
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