12th Annual NJ Makers Day!

Mon, Apr 06, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.

This event is full

Mon, Apr 06, 11:00am - 11:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.

This event is full

Cancelled

Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 10:30am

Welcome to CDH's fun-filled 30-minute baby & 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!

Zoophoria: Wildlife Program

Wed, Apr 08, 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.

Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room

You'll be on the edge of your seat with a hands-on experience like no other!

This event is full

Cancelled

Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 10:45am

Join Ms. Grace for pop-up books, puppets, & new books too! Enjoy reading, games, & crafts designed for literacy and fine motor development. Space is limited, registration of each child is required.

Brick Squad Build Challenge - in the Children's Area

Thu, Apr 09, 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.

Thu, Apr 09, 12:30pm - 2:30pm

Stop by the children's area for a building challenge! No registration needed.

From Page to Screen

Thu, Apr 09, 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.

Bloodhound Search & Rescue Dog Demo - The Nose Knows!

Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room

Meet a trained bloodhound! You'll learn all about their amazing abilities to search for people using their extraordinary noses. Presentation by Blue Line Bloodhound Rescue. For all ages.

Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:30am

Meeting Room

Welcome to CDH's fun-filled 30-minute baby & 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!

Wed, Apr 15, 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.

Thu, Apr 16, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Join Ms. Grace for pop-up books, puppets, & new books too! Enjoy reading, games, & crafts designed for literacy and fine motor development. Space is limited, registration of each child is required.

Read to a Seeing Eye Puppy - For ages 4 to 10

Thu, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 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

Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room

Help socialize Seeing Eye puppies by reading to them. You'll also get to learn about the organization and how the host families raise the puppies. For ages 4 to 10. Please sign up for one time slot!

Registration opens Saturday, April 4 2026 at 9:00am

Reading Renegades: CDH Book Discussion Group - Jan-June Session

Tue, Apr 21, 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, Apr 21, 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.

Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am

Meeting Room

Welcome to CDH's fun-filled 30-minute baby & 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!

The History of the High Iron Railroad Company

Wed, Apr 22, 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.

Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Meeting Room

Join author Hank Webber as he explains the history of the High Iron Company, leader of more than 80 steam locomotive excursions in the Northeast from 1966-1973. Please register everyone attending.

Thu, Apr 23, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Join Ms. Grace for pop-up books, puppets, & new books too! Enjoy reading, games, & crafts designed for literacy and fine motor development. Space is limited, registration of each child is required.

Saturday Stories: Frogs! - Ages 2-6

Thu, Apr 23, 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.

Sat, Apr 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room

Gather the family as we celebrate National Frog Month through stories, songs, dances, and a craft! Registration required; please register only the children attending.

Curiosity Club - with Ms. Grace

Mon, Apr 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.

Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:30am

Meeting Room

Welcome to CDH's fun-filled 30-minute baby & 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!

Wed, Apr 29, 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.

Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Join Ms. Grace for pop-up books, puppets, & new books too! Enjoy reading, games, & crafts designed for literacy and fine motor development. Space is limited, registration of each child is required.

Thu, Apr 30, 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.

Mon, May 04, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.

Registration opens Monday, April 6 2026 at 10:00am

BE FAST: Stroke Prevention and Awareness

Mon, May 04, 11:00am - 11:45am

Meeting Room

Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs! Click for more details.

Registration opens Monday, April 6 2026 at 11:00am

Tue, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Meeting Room

In recognition of National Stroke Awareness Month, join us for an informative overview about stroke.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 21 2026 at 9:00am

Storytime Theater: Piggybank Storytime - Ages 3-5

Wed, May 06, 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.

Thu, May 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room

Join Ms. Michele for a special storytime: preschool financial literacy! We'll share stories, explore money, practice spending, and make a piggy bank. Registration is required for this event.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 7 2026 at 10:00am

Literary Tea - Classics Book Discussion Group

Thu, May 07, 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.

Thu, May 07, 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.

Notan Cut Paper Workshop

Tue, May 12, 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, April 28 2026 at 9:00am

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 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, April 29 2026 at 9:00am

Storytime Theater - May - Ages 3-5

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.

Thu, May 14, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Join Ms. Grace for pop-up books, puppets, & new books too! Enjoy reading, games, & crafts designed for literacy and fine motor development. Space is limited, registration of each child is required.

Registration opens Thursday, April 30 2026 at 9:00am

Curiosity Club - with Ms. Grace

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.

Registration opens Friday, April 17 2026 at 9:00am

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.

Registration opens Monday, May 4 2026 at 9:00am

Mon, May 18, 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, April 20 2026 at 4:30pm

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.

Registration opens Tuesday, April 21 2026 at 4:30pm

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 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, April 29 2026 at 9:00am

Storytime Theater - May - Ages 3-5

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.

Thu, May 21, 10:00am - 10:45am

Meeting Room

Join Ms. Grace for pop-up books, puppets, & new books too! Enjoy reading, games, & crafts designed for literacy and fine motor development. Space is limited, registration of each child is required.

Registration opens Thursday, April 30 2026 at 9:00am