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Registration opens:
November 20th, 2026

Move & Make Preschool: Trail Tales Squirrels!

Ages 3-5
2026-12-04 10:00:00 2026-12-04 11:00:00 America/New_York Move & Make Preschool: Trail Tales Squirrels! Join us as we explore squirrels with Warren County Park's Naturalists! After a story and activities, we will go outdoors to look for squirrels. Register all prek children and dress for the weather. Richard D Gardner Branch - Meeting Room

Friday, December 04
10:00am - 11:00am

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Join us as we explore squirrels with Warren County Park's Naturalists! After a story and activities, we will go outdoors to look for squirrels. Register all prek children and dress for the weather.

AGE GROUP: | Pre-School |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime |

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Richard D Gardner Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
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We're closed Monday October 12
Mon, Oct 12 Closed
Tue, Oct 13 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 14 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 15 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 16 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 17 9:00AM to 4:00PM
Sun, Oct 18 Closed
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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.

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Silent Book Club of Warren County Library
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Books & Bounces 10am - Ages 0-2
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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.
Playdate at the Library - Ages 0-2
Tue, Oct 27, 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.
Books & Bounces 11am - Ages 0-2
Tue, Oct 27, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
Warren County Library Commission Meeting
Tue, Oct 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
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Meeting Room
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Children's Area
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Meeting Room
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Wed, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Conference Room
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Hollywood and the Air Force in WWII
Wed, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
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Registration opens Wednesday, October 21 2026 at 9:00am
Let's Learn About Bob Ross - Kids Painting Workshop
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Meeting Room
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Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Nov 06, 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.
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Fri, Nov 06, 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.
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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, October 27 2026 at 10:00am
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Tue, Nov 10, 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.
Books & Bounces 11am - Ages 0-2
Tue, Nov 10, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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Meeting Room
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Meeting Room
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Conference Room
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Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
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Meeting Room
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Fri, Nov 13, 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.
National American Teddy Bear Day
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
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Registration opens Saturday, October 31 2026 at 9:00am
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Mon, Nov 16, 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, November 2 2026 at 6:00pm
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Tue, Nov 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 3 2026 at 10:00am
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Tue, Nov 17, 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.
Books & Bounces 11am - Ages 0-2
Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 11:30am
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.
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Wed, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
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Wed, Nov 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
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Registration opens Wednesday, November 4 2026 at 9:00am
Booked and Busy - Book Discussion Group
Thu, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
A book discussion group for those who love reading books about books! New genres each month so there is something for everyone.
Registration opens Thursday, October 15 2026 at 9:00am
Move & Make Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5
Fri, Nov 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.
Registration opens Friday, November 6 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 3-5
Fri, Nov 20, 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.
Playdate at the Library - Ages 0-2
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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.
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Tue, Nov 24, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
The meeting will be held at the Richard D. Gardner Branch, White Township.
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Wed, Nov 25, All day
All library branches will be closing at 4:30pm.
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Thu, Nov 26, All day
All library branches will be closed.
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All library branches will be closed.
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Books & Bounces 10am - Ages 0-2
Tue, Dec 01, 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, November 17 2026 at 10:00am
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Tue, Dec 01, 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.
Books & Bounces 11am - Ages 0-2
Tue, Dec 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
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, November 17 2026 at 11:00am
BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) Talk at the Gardner Branch
Tue, Dec 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference 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, November 3 2026 at 6:00pm
Curiosity Club - What will you make today?
Wed, Dec 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a multi-age STEM story and activity! All ages welcome. Click to see monthly themes. Please register all children and teens who will participate.
Registration opens Wednesday, October 28 2026 at 10:30am
Move & Make Preschool: Trail Tales Squirrels! - Ages 3-5
Fri, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Join us as we explore squirrels with Warren County Park's Naturalists! After a story and activities, we will go outdoors to look for squirrels. Register all prek children and dress for the weather.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 10:00am
Playdate at the Library - Ages 3-5
Fri, Dec 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.
Paint Swirl Ornaments - Adult Craft
Fri, Dec 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
Create a unique, colorful ornament using a pour and swirl paint technique, clear fillable bulbs, and ribbon. For adults 19+. Please register everyone participating.
Registration opens Friday, November 20 2026 at 9:00am
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