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Registration opens:
September 10th, 2026

29th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival
2026-10-02 13:00:00 2026-10-02 15:45:00 America/New_York 29th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Friday, October 02
1:00pm - 3:45pm

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Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.

Join in as over 100,000 film lovers in over 500 cities across six continents gather in Cinemas, Museums, Libraries and Universities for one purpose...to view and vote on the Finalists' Films in the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival. Films are not rated, this program is for adults only. Please register.

Funding has been provided by the Friends of the Richard D. Gardner Branch, the Friends of the Northeast Branch, the Friends of the Southwest branch, the Catherine Dickson Hofman Library Association, the Warren County Division of Cultural and Heritage Affairs and the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

AGE GROUP: | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Film & Movies |

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Richard D Gardner Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
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Today's hours

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

Mon, Aug 17 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Aug 18 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Aug 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Aug 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 21 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 22 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Aug 23 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 of Warren County Library
Mon, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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).
Summer Craft Day!
Tue, Aug 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room
Tuesday is craft day at the library! Each week we have a different project to make. Come over and join in the fun. Registration is required
This event is full
Next Steps Crochet: Summer Project
Wed, Aug 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room
Learn to crochet a cardigan using panel construction. For those ages 12 & up with an intermediate level of crochet. This is not a beginner level class. Multiple week registration for 7 meetings.
Registration is now closed
College Essay Tips
Wed, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
An introduction to approaching the college application essay or personal statement.
Cancelled
The Constitution-Constitutional Curiosities & Controversies
Thu, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
From the "emoluments clause" to unusual Supreme Court cases, we'll explore lesser-known parts of the Constitution and clear up common misconceptions.
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Aug 21, 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.
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with toddlers and preschoolers.
Board Game Night - for all ages
Tue, Aug 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Make new friends and have fun playing a different board game every month. We run a fun and casual style of gaming, so all levels and ages are welcome!
Summer Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Aug 28, 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.
Playdate at the Library
Fri, Aug 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with toddlers and preschoolers.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Sep 01, 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.
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 04, 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, August 21 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with preschoolers.
Library Closed
Sat, Sep 05, All day
Closed for Labor Day.
Library Closed - Labor Day
Mon, Sep 07, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 08, 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, August 18 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with babies and toddlers.
After School Book Adventures
Tue, Sep 08, 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, August 25 2026 at 4:30pm
Get Lost in a Good Book Club - for tweens/teens
Wed, Sep 09, 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
Registration opens Wednesday, August 26 2026 at 4:30pm
Friends of the Library - Richard D Gardner Branch
Thu, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
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, Sep 11, 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, August 28 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with preschoolers.
Kindness Camp: Family Day
Sat, Sep 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
In honor of the National Day of Encouragement, create cards and other small crafts to share as random acts of kindness with those around you. Let's celebrate the power of positivity and kindness!
Registration opens Saturday, August 29 2026 at 9:00am
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 15, 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, August 25 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with babies and toddlers.
Board Game Night - for all ages
Tue, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Make new friends and have fun playing a different board game every month. We run a fun and casual style of gaming, so all levels and ages are welcome!
Registration opens Tuesday, September 1 2026 at 5:00pm
Homeschool Library Tour
Wed, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Let's kick off the school year with a field trip to the library! Click to see more. Please register all participants.
College Essay Tips
Thu, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
An introduction to approaching the college application essay or personal statement.
Registration opens Monday, August 31 2026 at 6:00pm
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 18, 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, September 4 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with preschoolers.
Silent Book Club of Warren County Library
Mon, Sep 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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, September 7 2026 at 6:00pm
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 22, 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, September 1 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with babies and toddlers.
Warren County Library Commission Meeting
Tue, Sep 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
The meeting will be held at the Richard D. Gardner Branch, White Township.
Air Dry Clay Picture Holders
Thu, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Use air-dry clay to create your own picture holder! For adults and teens, just bring yourself and your creativity! Please register everyone participating.
Registration opens Thursday, September 10 2026 at 9:00am
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 25, 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, September 11 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 3-5
Fri, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with preschoolers.
29th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival
Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 1:45pm
Meeting Room
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.
Registration opens Thursday, September 10 2026 at 9:00am
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 29, 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, September 8 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 0-2
Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with babies and toddlers.
29th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival
Tue, Sep 29, 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.
Registration opens Thursday, September 10 2026 at 9:00am
29th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival
Thu, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.
Registration opens Thursday, September 10 2026 at 9:00am
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Oct 02, 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, September 18 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 3-5
Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with preschoolers.
29th Annual Manhattan Short Film Festival
Fri, Oct 02, 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar! Click for more details.
Registration opens Thursday, September 10 2026 at 9:00am
Books & Bounces - Ages 0-2
Tue, Oct 06, 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, September 15 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 0-2
Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
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 with babies and toddlers.
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Oct 06, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 8 2026 at 6:00pm
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