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Labrador Literature: Read to a Dog
2024-01-24 16:30:00 2024-01-24 17:30:00 America/New_York Labrador Literature: Read to a Dog Would you like to read to a dog? We will be joined by Captain, a Labrador puppy in training to become a Seeing Eye guide dog! Southwest Branch - Meeting Room

Wednesday, January 24
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-01-24 16:30:00 2024-01-24 17:30:00 America/New_York Labrador Literature: Read to a Dog Would you like to read to a dog? We will be joined by Captain, a Labrador puppy in training to become a Seeing Eye guide dog! Southwest Branch - Meeting Room

Southwest Branch

Meeting Room

Would you like to read to a dog? We will be joined by Captain, a Labrador puppy in training to become a Seeing Eye guide dog!

Children who are independent readers can sign up for one 10 minute session.  This is a wonderful opportunity to read aloud in a comfortable environment, which can help improve comprehension, confidence, and social skills.  This program is appropriate for children in grades 1st-4th.  Space is limited, please register by calling the Southwest Branch at 908-689-7922 or stopping by the circulation desk.

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | Language & Literacy | Animals |

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Southwest Branch
Phone: 908-818-1280
Hours

Today's hours

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

We're closed Thursday November 28
We're closed Friday November 29
We're closed Saturday November 30
Mon, Nov 25 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 26 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 27 9:00AM to 4:30PM
Thu, Nov 28 Closed
Fri, Nov 29 Closed
Sat, Nov 30 Closed
Sun, Dec 01 Closed
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About the branch

The Southwest Branch is located in Stewartsville off of Rte. 519. The branch features a public meeting room, teen space, children’s area, Maker Space, and public computers.

Upcoming Events

Cancelled
Bad Art Nite
Mon, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Paint, craft, and draw truly terrible art with your fellow teens!
Check 'Em Out Book Club
Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
Come join our evening Book Club as we Check Out some new books and genres. Going forward, a new genre will be chosen each month. Come read, share and enjoy the conversation.
Library Closing at 4:30pm - Thanksgiving
Wed, Nov 27, All day
All library branches will be closing at 4:30pm.
Library Closed - Thanksgiving
Thu, Nov 28, All day
All library branches are closed.
Library Closed - Thanksgiving
Fri, Nov 29, All day
All library branches are closed.
Library Closed - Thanksgiving
Sat, Nov 30, All day
All library branches are closed.
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Get your child ready for school through the enjoyment of Storytime!
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Welcoming our littlest patrons to meet at the library for stories with your peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
This event is full
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Dec 05, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Together We Can Change Lives - Become a Resource for Kids & Families in New Jersey
Thu, Dec 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room
Do you want to give back to your community in a meaningful way? Learn about New Jersey's Foster Care and Adoption program, and how you can become a licensed resource caregiver for children in need.
Holiday Flower Arranging - with the Warren County Garden Club
Fri, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room
The Warren County Garden Club will demonstrate how anyone can create a beautiful holiday arrangement with a few simple rules. Please register everyone in your group who will be attending.
Hour of Code: micro:bit
Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Maker Space
The annual Hour of Code is upon us! Learn what a micro:bit is and what it can do. Bring your laptop, we'll share our micro:bits. We have a limited number of laptops for use, please BYOD if possible.
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Get your child ready for school through the enjoyment of Storytime!
All Booked Book Club
Wed, Dec 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room
Gather, meet new people, and read and discuss a different book every month!
An Evening of Charlie Brown Jazz - with the Eric Mintel Quartet
Wed, Dec 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room
Get in the festive spirit of the season as the Eric Mintel Quartet performs selections from "A Charlie Brown Christmas" as well as original compositions and holiday jazz standards.
Registration opens Monday, November 25 2024 at 9:00am
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Welcoming our littlest patrons to meet at the library for stories with your peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
This event is full
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Friday Flicks
Fri, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a Friday afternoon movie courtesy of the Kanopy database of films, documentaries and musicals.
Terrific Tunes with Mr. Raymond - Make music at the library!
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room
Mr. Raymond is back with his guitar and silly songs. Come sing along and explore music through instruments and colorful props. For toddlers and preschoolers. Please register all children attending.
This event is full
Southwest Branch Friends Meeting
Tue, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room
Come join the Friends of the Southwest Branch! The Friends are responsible for fundraising to provide programming and other necessities for our library. Become a Friend, and help us help you.
Preschool Pals Storytime
Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Get your child ready for school through the enjoyment of Storytime!
Rescheduled
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New date Thursday, December 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Welcoming our littlest patrons to meet at the library for stories with your peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Dec 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Welcoming our littlest patrons to meet at the library for stories with your peers. This interactive storytime promotes early literacy and socialization for babies and toddlers ages 1-3.
This event is full
Sensory Storytime - Winter Wonderland
Thu, Dec 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
Welcoming children of all abilities to our sensory friendly Storytime! Engage with exciting stories, move around, and play with hands-on activities.
Registration opens Friday, December 6 2024 at 9:00am
A Thousand Words Graphic Novel Book Club
Thu, Dec 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Conference Room
Gather, meet new people, and read and discuss graphic novels!
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Dec 19, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Check 'Em Out Book Club
Mon, Dec 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
Come join our evening Book Club as we Check Out some new books and genres. Going forward, a new genre will be chosen each month. Come read, share and enjoy the conversation.
Closing at 4:30pm - Christmas Eve
Tue, Dec 24, All day
All library branches will be closing at 4:30pm on Christmas Eve.
Library Closed - Christmas
Wed, Dec 25, All day
All library branches will be closed.
Family Winter Bingo at the Library
Thu, Dec 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room
Enjoy time together, play themed Bingo, and win small, fun prizes. For ages 4-14 and their adult family members. Please register everyone in your group who will be participating.
Registration opens Thursday, December 12 2024 at 9:00am
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Dec 26, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Books to Bricks
Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Bring your creative ideas and building skills! We will start with a story chosen to inspire a Lego building challenge, then participants will have the rest of the hour to create their masterpiece.
Check 'Em Out Book Club
Fri, Dec 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room
Come join our afternoon Book Club as we Check Out some new books and genres. Going forward, a new genre will be chosen each month. Come to read, share and enjoy the conversation.
Friday Flicks
Fri, Dec 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for a Friday afternoon movie courtesy of the Kanopy database of films, documentaries and musicals.
Check 'Em Out Book Club
Mon, Dec 30, All day
Conference Room
Come join our afternoon Book Club as we Check Out some new books and genres. Going forward, a new genre will be chosen each month. Come to read, share and enjoy the conversation.
Bad Art Nite
Mon, Dec 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Paint, craft, and draw truly terrible art with your fellow teens!
Registration opens Monday, December 16 2024 at 4:00pm
A Magical Winter Fest Story - with professional storyteller Don Dougherty
Tue, Dec 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
Come meet Losty the Snowman and join the Winter Fest Masquerade Parade! Enjoy some wintery games and activities.
Registration opens Tuesday, December 17 2024 at 9:00am
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Jan 02, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Maker Drop-In
Thu, Jan 09, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Maker Space
Open to kids, teens, and adults. Bring your own project or try one of our guided mini-projects designed to spark creativity and innovation. Basic maker supplies and tools will be available.
Ladies Night Out at the Library Pampering Event
Mon, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room
Stop in for our stress-free pampering event!
Registration opens Monday, December 16 2024 at 9:00am
1000 Books Storytime
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
Join us for storytime! All are welcome: pre-kinder children, current participants, and anyone interested in our 1000 Books reading program. Let's read fun stories, have snacks, and celebrate success!
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