Move & Make Preschool Storytime
Friday, October 04: 10:00am – 11:00am
Richard D Gardner Branch
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.
Friday, October 04: 10:30am – 11:30am
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Get your child ready for school through the enjoyment of Storytime!Register
2024 MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
Friday, October 04: 11:00am – 1:40pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: FILM & MOVIES
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar!Register
2024 MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
Friday, October 04: 2:00pm – 4:20pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: FILM & MOVIES
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar!Register
2024 MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
Saturday, October 05: 10:00am – 12:40pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: FILM & MOVIES
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar!Register
2024 MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
Saturday, October 05: 10:00am – 12:40pm
Southwest Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: FILM & MOVIES
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar!Register
2024 MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
Saturday, October 05: 1:00pm – 3:40pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: FILM & MOVIES
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar!Register
2024 MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
Saturday, October 05: 1:00pm – 3:40pm
Southwest Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: FILM & MOVIES
Love films? Your vote might help one of these short films win an Oscar!Register
Junior Chess Club on Saturdays
Saturday, October 05: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: TWEENS KIDS
EVENT TYPE: GAMES & GAMING
Learn to play or learn the moves to begin defeating your friends in battle. This chess club is best suited for children ages 8 thru 11. Please register all children attending.Register
Monday, October 07: 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Southwest Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: FUN & ENTERTAINMENT
Join us for an introduction to Tarot cards. We will explore the imagery on the cards and discuss how Tarot can help us quiet our busy minds, reflect on our lives, and gain clarity.Register
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tuesday, October 08: 10:00am – 11:00am
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: BABY & TODDLER
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Enjoy a short program for babies and toddlers. We’ll sing, dance, clap and share a story or two. For ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. After the program, stay for a half-hour of playtime.
This event is full
Tuesday, October 08: 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: TWEENS TEEN
EVENT TYPE: BOOK CLUB
Interested in reading and discussing new books with new friends? Join us for a fun book club at the Northeast branch for ages 11 through 14.Register
Telescope Night – Presented by Pearl Observatory
Tuesday, October 08: 7:00pm – 7:55pm
Richard D Gardner Branch
AGE GROUP: TWEENS TEEN KIDS ADULT
EVENT TYPE: STEAM & MAKER, SPECIAL EVENT
Explore the skies with Pearl Observatory!Register
Wednesday, October 09: 10:00am – 11:00am
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME, MUSIC, LANGUAGE & LITERACY
Highly structured 1 hour program to support 2.5-4 year olds in practicing routines, developing social skills, and fostering a love for literacy and learning. Registration required.Join the wait list
Wednesday, October 09: 1:30pm – 2:15pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: BOOK CLUB
Come and talk about this month’s book, “Thirteen Reasons Why” at the monthly Northeast Book Club.Register
Halloween Decorations Inside & Out – Adult Craft
Wednesday, October 09: 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Southwest Branch – Maker Space
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Come create Halloween decorations for both inside and out!
This event is full
Wednesday, October 09: 5:00pm – 6:00pm
Southwest Branch – Conference Room
AGE GROUP: TEEN
EVENT TYPE: BOOK CLUB
Gather, meet new people, and read and discuss a different book every month!Register
Wednesday, October 09: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: TEEN ADULT
EVENT TYPE: SPECIAL EVENT
Join us for an adrenaline-fueled, spine-tingling program as we explore the mysterious world of the unknown!Register
Friends of the Warren County Library – Richard D. Gardner Branch
Thursday, October 10: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Conference Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
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
Friday, October 11: 10:00am – 11:00am
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.Register
Friday, October 11: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Southwest Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ALL AGES
EVENT TYPE: FILM & MOVIES
Join us for a Friday afternoon movie courtesy of the Kanopy database of films, documentaries and musicals.Register
RESCHEDULED
Saturday, October 12: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
NEW DATE Saturday, December 28: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Northeast Branch
AGE GROUP: TWEENS KIDS
EVENT TYPE: STEAM & MAKER
Our favorite experiments combined into one super program of science! Get ready for a fun-filled “magical” laboratory experience Harry Potter style!
Monday, October 14: All Day
Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch
AGE GROUP: ALL AGES
EVENT TYPE: SPECIAL EVENT
All library branches are closed.
Monday, October 14: All Day
Northeast Branch
AGE GROUP: ALL AGES
EVENT TYPE: SPECIAL EVENT
All library branches are closed.
Monday, October 14: All Day
Richard D Gardner Branch
AGE GROUP: ALL AGES
EVENT TYPE: SPECIAL EVENT
All library branches are closed.
Monday, October 14: All Day
Southwest Branch
AGE GROUP: ALL AGES
EVENT TYPE: SPECIAL EVENT
All library branches are closed.
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tuesday, October 15: 10:00am – 11:00am
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: BABY & TODDLER
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Enjoy a short program for babies and toddlers. We’ll sing, dance, clap and share a story or two. For ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. After the program, stay for a half-hour of playtime.
This event is full
Tuesday, October 15: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: BABY & TODDLER
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
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.Register
Southwest Branch Friends Meeting
Tuesday, October 15: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Southwest Branch – Conference Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
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.
Tuesday, October 15: 3:30pm – 4:15pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: ARTS & CULTURE
Create a fall inspired decorative wine bottle using flowers, ribbons and simple supplies. For ages 18 and up. Registration is required.Register
RESCHEDULED
Tuesday, October 15: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
NEW DATE Wednesday, October 02: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Northeast Branch
AGE GROUP: TWEENS KIDS
EVENT TYPE: GAMES & GAMING
Learn to play or learn the moves to begin defeating your friends in battle. This chess club is best suited for children ages 8 thru 11. Please register all children attending.
Wednesday, October 16: 10:00am – 11:00am
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME, MUSIC, LANGUAGE & LITERACY
Highly structured 1 hour program to support 2.5-4 year olds in practicing routines, developing social skills, and fostering a love for literacy and learning. Registration required.Register
Terrific Tunes with Mr. Raymond – Make music at the library!
Wednesday, October 16: 10:30am – 11:15am
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL BABY & TODDLER
EVENT TYPE: MUSIC
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.Join the wait list
Wednesday, October 16: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Southwest Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Get your child ready for school through the enjoyment of Storytime!Register
Wednesday, October 16: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: HEALTH & WELLNESS
Therapists will be on hand to provide information on memory loss and free screenings for attention, memory, and language skills.Register
Wednesday, October 16: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Northeast Branch
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: HEALTH & WELLNESS
Therapists will be on hand to provide information on fall prevention and free screenings for balance.Register
Wednesday, October 16: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Northeast Branch
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: GAMES & GAMING
Play Scrabble! Have fun and make new friends while sharpening your vocabulary skills! The library will provide the Scrabble board and dictionary.Register
Wednesday, October 16: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Southwest Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: TWEENS TEEN
EVENT TYPE: CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Paint, craft, and draw truly terrible art with your fellow teens!Register
Registration opens on Wednesday, October 2 2024 at 4:00pm
Wednesday, October 16: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: TEEN ADULT
EVENT TYPE: SPECIAL EVENT, FUN & ENTERTAINMENT
A whodunit with a magical twist. Everyone is a suspect! In the role of inspector, Mark Zacharia will use magic to reveal clues as to whodunit! Come prepared to be amazed and amused!Register
Sensory Storytime: Down on the Farm
Thursday, October 17: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL KIDS BABY & TODDLER
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Welcoming children of all abilities to our sensory friendly storytime! Engage with exciting stories, move around, and play with hands-on activities.Register
Thursday, October 17: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: HEALTH & WELLNESS
Monthly presentations about adult services within Warren County. Learn about social, health and recreation resources. Register
A Thousand Words Graphic Novel Book Club
Thursday, October 17: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Southwest Branch – Conference Room
AGE GROUP: TEEN ADULT
EVENT TYPE: BOOK CLUB
Gather, meet new people, and read and discuss graphic novels!Register
Embossed Tin Ornaments: Adult Arts & Crafts
Thursday, October 17: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Try the ancient art of metal embossing to make an ornament of your choice. Learn to trace and transfer patterns and complete a dimensional ormament.Register
Registration opens on Thursday, October 3 2024 at 9:00am
Harry Potter Craft: Aragog’s Children
Thursday, October 17: 5:00pm – 5:30pm
Northeast Branch – Maker Space
AGE GROUP: TWEENS KIDS
EVENT TYPE: CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Participants (ages 6-12) will create & decorate a pipe cleaner spiderRegister
Registration opens on Thursday, October 3 2024 at 9:00am
Halloween Hauntings – with Tales Well Told
Thursday, October 17: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: SPECIAL EVENT
A performance of two American tales of suspense! Written in the days of ominously flickering candles and kerosene lamps, they continue to thrill!Register
Registration opens on Thursday, October 3 2024 at 9:00am
Move & Make Preschool Storytime
Friday, October 18: 10:00am – 11:00am
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.Register
Friday, October 18: 10:30am – 11:30am
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Get your child ready for school through the enjoyment of Storytime!Register
Friday, October 18: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: FILM & MOVIES
Learn in Real Time is a monthly movie & short discussion event. We will begin with the Dawn of the Ocean, and continue exploring until we reach the Night Sky, Join us for an amazing journey.Register
Registration opens on Friday, October 4 2024 at 1:00pm
Friday, October 18: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Southwest Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ALL AGES
EVENT TYPE: FILM & MOVIES
Join us for a Friday afternoon movie courtesy of the Kanopy database of films, documentaries and musicals.Register
Saturday, October 19: 10:00am – 11:30am
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: KIDS FAMILIES ALL AGES
EVENT TYPE: CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Celebrate fall with a variety of crafts and activities set up as stations that highlight the wonders of the season!Register
Saturday, October 19: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: KIDS
EVENT TYPE: LANGUAGE & LITERACY, ANIMALS
Read your favorite book to a therapy pup! Don’t worry – these pups love to be read to by children of all ages and reading levels. Please call 908-813-3858 to register for a 10 min. time slot.
Saturday, October 19: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Southwest Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: ARTS & CULTURE
Learn about the art of Mehndi and practice drawing it yourself with Vidhya Perumal. Mehndi cones will be provided to take home. Space is limited, registration required. Adults.Register
Saturday, October 19: 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: ARTS & CULTURE
Learn about the art of Mehndi and practice drawing it yourself with Vidhya Peruma. Mehndi cones will be provided to take home. Space is limited, registration required. Adults.Register
Creatures of the Night: The Bats of New Jersey
Monday, October 21: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: TWEENS TEEN ADULT
EVENT TYPE: STEAM & MAKER, ANIMALS
Join biologist Leah Wells and learn general bat facts, the benefits of bats, common myths & misconceptions, and threats bats face.Register
Registration opens on Monday, October 7 2024 at 9:00am
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tuesday, October 22: 10:00am – 11:00am
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: BABY & TODDLER
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Enjoy a short program for babies and toddlers. We’ll sing, dance, clap and share a story or two. For ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. After the program, stay for a half-hour of playtime.
This event is full
Tuesday, October 22: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Northeast Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: BABY & TODDLER
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
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.Register
CANCELLED
Tuesday, October 22: 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Northeast Branch
AGE GROUP: TWEENS KIDS
EVENT TYPE: FUN & ENTERTAINMENT
Join us at the Northeast branch every fourth Tuesday of the month for a fun activity for tweens! This program is best suited for tweens ages 9 through 12. Please register.
Spooky-Silly Sing-A-Long with Nappy’s Puppets
Tuesday, October 22: 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Southwest Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: FAMILIES ALL AGES
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME, MUSIC, FUN & ENTERTAINMENT
Celebrate the season by joining puppeteer Jim Napolitano in this shadow puppet adventure. Enjoy a snack, sing some silly Halloween songs and learn how to create and perform your own shadow theater.Register
Registration opens on Tuesday, October 8 2024 at 9:00am
Tuesday, October 22: 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: KIDS
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Come experience a book adventure! Relax after school with a read aloud or two, a time to share and move, and a fun activity. Best suited for kids in kindergarten-grade 2.Register
Registration opens on Tuesday, October 8 2024 at 4:30pm
Wednesday, October 23: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Southwest Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Get your child ready for school through the enjoyment of Storytime!Register
Wednesday, October 23: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Northeast Branch
AGE GROUP: TWEENS KIDS
EVENT TYPE: GAMES & GAMING, FUN & ENTERTAINMENT
Learn to play or learn the moves to begin defeating your friends in battle. This chess club is best suited for children ages 8 thru 11. Please register all children attending.Register
Wednesday, October 23: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Southwest Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: TEEN ADULT
EVENT TYPE: SPECIAL EVENT
Join us for an adrenaline-fueled, spine-tingling program as we explore the mysterious world of the unknown!Register
Gardner Branch Afternoon Book Club (Event Full)
Thursday, October 24: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: BOOK CLUB
Come join us on the fourth Thursday of every month for a lively book discussion.
Warren County Library Commission Meeting
Thursday, October 24: 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: LIBRARY COMMISSION
The meeting will be held at the Richard D. Gardner Branch, White Township. If you wish to attend the meeting virtually, please register using the link below.
Thursday, October 24: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Northeast Branch – Maker Space
AGE GROUP: TEEN ADULT
EVENT TYPE: CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Use melted crayons to create a colorful Halloween pumpkin. This program is for ages 14+.Register
Registration opens on Thursday, October 3 2024 at 9:00am
Move & Make Preschool Storytime
Friday, October 25: 10:00am – 11:00am
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: PRE-SCHOOL
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Encourage a love of reading through sharing stories and rhymes. A craft is included. For ages 3-5. Registration required.Register
Friday, October 25: 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Southwest Branch – Conference Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: BOOK CLUB
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.
Halloween Craft: Paper Luminaries
Monday, October 28: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: FAMILIES ALL AGES
EVENT TYPE: CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Create a Halloween themed paper luminary to add to your spooky season decorations.Register
Registration opens on Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Monday, October 28: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Southwest Branch – Conference Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: BOOK CLUB
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.
Lapsit Storytime and Sing Along
Tuesday, October 29: 10:00am – 11:00am
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: BABY & TODDLER
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Enjoy a short program for babies and toddlers. We’ll sing, dance, clap and share a story or two. For ages 0-2 with an adult caregiver. After the program, stay for a half-hour of playtime.
This event is full
Tuesday, October 29: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Northeast Branch
AGE GROUP: FAMILIES
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Celebrate Halloween through a sweet story and a super spooky craft! Don’t forget to wear your favorite costume! Recommended for ages 2 & up. Please register all children participating.Register
Registration opens on Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Maker Workshop: Spooky Scratch
Tuesday, October 29: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Southwest Branch – Maker Space
AGE GROUP: TWEENS TEEN KIDS
EVENT TYPE: STEAM & MAKER, COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
Let’s use online coding tool Scratch to create an animated fall scene, whether it be a pleasant pumpkin patch or haunted house. We have limited computers, please BYOD if possible.Register
Tuesday, October 29: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Richard D Gardner Branch – Meeting Room
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: HEALTH & WELLNESS
Come find out how you can relieve the daily stress of life with the profound relaxation & restorative power of sound, voice, & vibration.Register
Registration opens on Tuesday, October 8 2024 at 9:00am
Wednesday, October 30: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Southwest Branch
AGE GROUP: FAMILIES
EVENT TYPE: STORYTIME
Celebrate Halloween through a sweet story and a super spooky craft! Don’t forget to wear your favorite costume! Recommended for ages 2 & up. Please register all children participating.Register
Registration opens on Tuesday, October 15 2024 at 9:00am
Wednesday, October 30: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Northeast Branch
AGE GROUP: ADULT
EVENT TYPE: GAMES & GAMING
Play Scrabble! Have fun and make new friends while sharpening your vocabulary skills! The library will provide the Scrabble board and dictionary.Register
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