Sunday, March 29th @ 3pm
Join us as Karen Land and her dog Borage talk about what it is like to run the Iditarod, the annual sled dog race in Alaska. Registration required and space is limited. Please call the 973-584-2400 x503 or stop by the Children's Reference desk to register.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Saturday, January 31, 2009
PENNIES FOR PEACE
All February
The Library is collecting pennies for the Pennies for Peace intiative of the Cental Asia Institiute. Pennies for Peace builds schools and provides supplies for children in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Greg Mortenson, founder of the Central Asia Institute tells his story in Listen to the Wind (a picture book) and Three Cups of Tea (a juvenile nonfiction adaptation of the adult title with the same name).
The Library is collecting pennies for the Pennies for Peace intiative of the Cental Asia Institiute. Pennies for Peace builds schools and provides supplies for children in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Greg Mortenson, founder of the Central Asia Institute tells his story in Listen to the Wind (a picture book) and Three Cups of Tea (a juvenile nonfiction adaptation of the adult title with the same name).
READ TO A THERAPY DOG
Saturday, February 11th
11am-1pm
School-age
Reading aloud increases the reader's confidence and ability. Reading aloud to animals alleviates the nervousness and stress that children sometimes have reading to adults. And children love animals - what better way to encourage them to read?! Sign up for a 15 minute session by stopping by the Children's Reference Desk or call 973-584-2400 x 503. All participants will be entered into a contest to read an age-appropriate Marley book by John Grogan.
11am-1pm
School-age
Reading aloud increases the reader's confidence and ability. Reading aloud to animals alleviates the nervousness and stress that children sometimes have reading to adults. And children love animals - what better way to encourage them to read?! Sign up for a 15 minute session by stopping by the Children's Reference Desk or call 973-584-2400 x 503. All participants will be entered into a contest to read an age-appropriate Marley book by John Grogan.
PET ADOPTION
Saturday, February 7th
10am-12pm
Visit the library to adopt a pet. Noah's Ark, a local shelter, will bring dogs and cats that need homes. Thinking about adding a pet to your family? Don't miss this event!! All participants will be entered into a contest to read an age-appropriate Marley book by John Grogan.
10am-12pm
Visit the library to adopt a pet. Noah's Ark, a local shelter, will bring dogs and cats that need homes. Thinking about adding a pet to your family? Don't miss this event!! All participants will be entered into a contest to read an age-appropriate Marley book by John Grogan.
WHAT IT MEANS TO HAVE A DOG
Tuesday, February 3rd
7pm
Family program
Are you thinking about getting a dog? Wondering what it involves. Join us for a family program centered around adding a pet to the family. A volunteer from Noah's Ark will lead the program.
7pm
Family program
Are you thinking about getting a dog? Wondering what it involves. Join us for a family program centered around adding a pet to the family. A volunteer from Noah's Ark will lead the program.
STORYTIME WITH CHARLIE
Tuesday, February 3rd
2pm
Ages 2+
Join us for a storytime with Charlie the dog. Charlie and his owner will tell a story and discuss pet safety. All attendees will be entered to win an age appropriate Marley book by John Grogan.
2pm
Ages 2+
Join us for a storytime with Charlie the dog. Charlie and his owner will tell a story and discuss pet safety. All attendees will be entered to win an age appropriate Marley book by John Grogan.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
SCRAPBOOKING YOUR PICTURES
Thursday, January 29th @ 4pm
Ages 9-18
Meet author and scrapbooker Susan Sheridan and learn how to best keep your memories alive with a scrapbook. Bring some pictures and anything else you would want to include on an 8x8 page. Registration is required. Call 973-584-2400 x503 or stop by the Children's Desk to register.
Ages 9-18
Meet author and scrapbooker Susan Sheridan and learn how to best keep your memories alive with a scrapbook. Bring some pictures and anything else you would want to include on an 8x8 page. Registration is required. Call 973-584-2400 x503 or stop by the Children's Desk to register.
MARTIN LUTHER KING JR STORYTIME
Friday, January 16th @ 10:30am
Ages 2-6
A special storytime to remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Ages 2-6
A special storytime to remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
FABULOUS FRIDAYS
Fridays @ 10:30am
Ages 2-5
A preschool storytime with songs, stories, and fun for all.
Ages 2-5
A preschool storytime with songs, stories, and fun for all.
ROXY READS
4th Thursday of the month @ 4pm
Grades 2-3
Just when reading is getting exciting, join us for even more! Designed to explore the world of books just for you!!
Grades 2-3
Just when reading is getting exciting, join us for even more! Designed to explore the world of books just for you!!
GIRLS READ
3rd Thursday of the month @ 4pm
Grades 4-6
Why should guys have all the fun. Join us for an exploration into the world of girlie reading.
Grades 4-6
Why should guys have all the fun. Join us for an exploration into the world of girlie reading.
GUYS READ
2nd Thursday of the month @ 4pm
Grades 4-6
Join us for a book club just for guys. Also, make sure that you are a part of our official Guys Read Reviews - a binder with reviews written by you about the books you love, and don't love!!
Grades 4-6
Join us for a book club just for guys. Also, make sure that you are a part of our official Guys Read Reviews - a binder with reviews written by you about the books you love, and don't love!!
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