Play Time *Drop In* (Ages 5 and Under)

Did you know that playing serves an important role in developing early literacy skills? Playing builds imagination as well as develops the same part of the brain used while reading. During Play Time, we will have extra toys out in our play area to encourage free play an......More

Did you know that playing serves an important role in developing early literacy skills? Playing builds imagination as well as develops the same part of the brain used while reading. During Play Time, we will have extra toys out in our play area to encourage free play and socialization for both littles and their guardians.This program will take place in the library! No registration is required to attend.

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Knitting and More Group

Join us every Monday from 1:00pm-3:00pm in the Taber Room to knit or work on any creative project. No registration required.

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Tech Help

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, fi......More

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, first served within the hour block.*Anyone coming for tech help must have their passwords with them (either memorized or on paper). We are unable to provide assistance for any problems involving social security numbers, viruses, phishing attempts, complex computer issues, or anything exceeding simple tech questions. You will be required to sign a device waiver upon arrival.*If you have any questions, please contact our tech help coordinator by calling (973)377-0722 ext. 4216 or emailing [email protected].

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STEM with Jen! *Registration Required* (Ages 7-11)

Come join us for a fun STEM activity in the Chase Room! Best suited for ages 7-11 years old. This month, we will be making a marble run!Registration is required.Please note, per our unattended children policy, that caregivers of children ages 10 years and under must rem......More

Come join us for a fun STEM activity in the Chase Room! Best suited for ages 7-11 years old. This month, we will be making a marble run!Registration is required.Please note, per our unattended children policy, that caregivers of children ages 10 years and under must remain on library property for the duration of the program.

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Mario Kart Tournament on the Switch *Registration Required* (Ages 12-18)

Come and join us in the Chase Room for an intense Mario Kart competition on our Nintendo Switch. Participants will be competing for first place to win a special prize! Additional games will be available for those who do not wish to participate or are waiting for a turn.......More

Come and join us in the Chase Room for an intense Mario Kart competition on our Nintendo Switch. Participants will be competing for first place to win a special prize! Additional games will be available for those who do not wish to participate or are waiting for a turn. Snacks and drinks will be provided.Email [email protected] with any questions.

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Baby Time! * Drop In (Ages birth - 15 months)

A lapsit for our littlest patrons is back! Join us for songs, fingerplays, stories, and whatever else we can fit into our 20 minute session designed specifically for babies 15 months and younger. This program will take place in the Chase Room. In the event the Chase Roo......More

A lapsit for our littlest patrons is back! Join us for songs, fingerplays, stories, and whatever else we can fit into our 20 minute session designed specifically for babies 15 months and younger. This program will take place in the Chase Room. In the event the Chase Room in unavailable, we will meet in the Picture Book room. There is no registration required to attend!

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Rhyme Time * Registration Required (Ages 16 months - 3 years)

Stories, songs, music and rhymes! Join us for an action packed storytime session best suited for children ages 16 months to three years.This program will take place in the Chase Room. If the Chase Room is unavailable, we will meet in the library!

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Teen Art Break *Drop-In* (Ages 12-18)

Stop by the Teen Room after school to take a break and do a fun craft. We will be making wire bookmarks and macrame rainbows. All materials will be provided and a librarian will be available to get you started.Have a question? Give us a call at (973)377-0722 or email us......More

Stop by the Teen Room after school to take a break and do a fun craft. We will be making wire bookmarks and macrame rainbows. All materials will be provided and a librarian will be available to get you started.Have a question? Give us a call at (973)377-0722 or email us at [email protected]!

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Preschool Explore * Registration Required (Ages 2-5)

During each session, we will explore a new science concept together through stories and preschool sized STEM activities. This program will take place in the Chase Room! Please register each child individually.

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Tech Help

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, fi......More

On Mondays and Thursdays from 4 to 5pm, anyone can come to the library to receive help with their simple device problems from our tech-savvy teen volunteers in the coffee corner. Registration is required. Everyone registered will be helped, but it will be first come, first served within the hour block.*Anyone coming for tech help must have their passwords with them (either memorized or on paper). We are unable to provide assistance for any problems involving social security numbers, viruses, phishing attempts, complex computer issues, or anything exceeding simple tech questions. You will be required to sign a device waiver upon arrival.*If you have any questions, please contact our tech help coordinator by calling (973)377-0722 ext. 4216 or emailing [email protected].

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Friday's Fact Finders Sheep (Ages 5-8) *Registration Required

March is in like a lion out like a lamb. Let's learn about sheep. We will craft a sheep to take home. This program will take place in the Chase Room. Registration is required.Please note, per our unattended children policy, that caregivers of children under 8 years of......More

March is in like a lion out like a lamb. Let's learn about sheep. We will craft a sheep to take home. This program will take place in the Chase Room. Registration is required.Please note, per our unattended children policy, that caregivers of children under 8 years of age must attend for the duration of the program.

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Knitting and More Group

Join us every Monday from 1:00pm-3:00pm in the Taber Room to knit or work on any creative project. No registration required.

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Vegetable Garden Planning for Community & Organic Gardeners with Master Gardener Brian Monaghan

Community Gardeners and those interested in organic gardening practices will benefit from this presentation. Brian will address the key issues and choices in planning, planting and caring for your vegetable garden with an emphasis on organic gardening practices.Advice o......More

Community Gardeners and those interested in organic gardening practices will benefit from this presentation. Brian will address the key issues and choices in planning, planting and caring for your vegetable garden with an emphasis on organic gardening practices.Advice on determining the best location, choosing seeds and/or seedlings, crop rotation, successive plantings and all the tasks and issues for the entire growing season will be provided.This event is through the Rutgers Master Gardeners Program.

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Baby Time! * Drop In (Ages birth - 15 months)

A lapsit for our littlest patrons is back! Join us for songs, fingerplays, stories, and whatever else we can fit into our 20 minute session designed specifically for babies 15 months and younger. This program will take place in the Chase Room. In the event the Chase Roo......More

A lapsit for our littlest patrons is back! Join us for songs, fingerplays, stories, and whatever else we can fit into our 20 minute session designed specifically for babies 15 months and younger. This program will take place in the Chase Room. In the event the Chase Room in unavailable, we will meet in the Picture Book room. There is no registration required to attend!

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Rhyme Time * Registration Required (Ages 16 months - 3 years)

Stories, songs, music and rhymes! Join us for an action packed storytime session best suited for children ages 16 months to three years.This program will take place in the Chase Room. If the Chase Room is unavailable, we will meet in the library!

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AFTER WORK ADULT CRAFT CLUB - FAUX STAINED GLASS ART

Join us for a fun evening of crafting and friendship. You will make a beautiful faux stained glass art piece. Multiple picture options will be available or you can design one of your own. All supplies will be provided. If you want to bring your own Sharpie markers feel ......More

Join us for a fun evening of crafting and friendship. You will make a beautiful faux stained glass art piece. Multiple picture options will be available or you can design one of your own. All supplies will be provided. If you want to bring your own Sharpie markers feel free but I will have a selection for use. The finished art will be 8x10.Please go to MadisonNJLibrary.org to register.

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