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Hackettstown Free Public Library

The Hackettstown Free Public Library enriches the lives of all members of our community by providing opportunities for learning and entertainment, cultural enrichment, access to information and the preservation of knowledge for future generations.

Library Spotlight

Starry Story Time

Join us every other Thursday for an evening of story time fun with Miss Rebecca! There will be songs, crafts, and of course, super awesome stories!

Please register each child separately, as space is limited.

Independent Author Resources

The Hackettstown Free Public Library now offers access to Pressbooks, The Indie Author Project, and Biblioboard.

These services allow you to create professional quality ebooks, download them for yourself, upload them to a local author collection, and showcase them to our readers.

Begin your writing journey today!

Greek Cuisine & Culture with Effie Janulis

Effie will give a presentation about the customs and cuisine of Greece, its connection to ancient culture, and how it carries over to modern-day Greece.
Guests will also get to sample and receive recipes for two different versions of the Greek cookies known as β€œkoulourakia” – one made with butter and other dairy and its vegan version made with olive oil and spices.

This program is for all ages, children must be accompanied by a guardian.

This program is made possible by a grant from theΒ Warren County Division of Cultural & Heritage Affairs

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Hackettstown Free Public Library Calendar

Parent Help Session IEP β€” RTI/MTSS β€” School Communication Guidance

Have questions about your child’s reading progress or IEP?
Not sure how to talk to the school?
Want help understanding assessments or services?
Join us for a free drop-in session with a reading specialist and dyslexia advocate.
Bring your questions and we’ll help you understand your options and next steps.

May 19th
Teens! Stop by the library to watch your favorite anime, discover a new series, or connect with new friends!

Open to ages 12-15. 

Our next meeting is May 14th. Please register online.
Join us for a meeting of lively discussion at the library. Each month’s book selection is determined at the previous meeting. Info will be updated when the book is chosen.

This month’s book selection is… β€˜Bright Young Women’ by Jessica Knoll. Please register online at: https://hackettstownlibrary.org/event/evening-book-club-7/
Wednesday May 13th @ 5pm
Come explore a renowned Smithsonian museum via Zoom!

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a virtual tour of the permanent collection at the National Museum of Asian Art, part of the Smithsonian Institution.

Register online and you will receive the Zoom link on the day of the event.
🌺🌱Learn all about the wonders of spring vegetables and eating well seasonally with Kate Munning. Kate will bring food samples, recipes, and resources for you to get the most out of the experience.πŸ…πŸ₯’πŸ₯‘ Limited spots left! ✨ #spring #library #vegetables #hackettstown