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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.

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Reduce, Reuse, Recyclosaurus with Zoophoria

Kick off Summer Reading with a dino-themed animal show and craft with Zoophoria!

We will start out by meeting Sam’s amazing animal friends, including Arnold the Alligator.

Then, use recycled materials like plastic containers and lids of various sizes and shapes, plastic bottles, bottle caps, egg cartons, paper towel tubes, cartons, cans, newspaper, multiple sizes, colors, and thicknesses of cardboard/boxes, etc. to create dinosaurs using your imagination.

This program is for children 5+. Please register each child separately.

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

Summer Reading 2026!

The Summer Reading Challenge for 2026 is set to run from June 22 to August 15.

The theme this year is “Unearth a Story” and features dinosaurs and fossils!

To take part in this all-ages event, follow the link below to see our prizes, sponsors, and register on Beanstack.

We Are Closed June 19

The Hackettstown Free Public Library will be closed this Friday, June 19 in honor of Juneteenth. We will reopen at 10am on Saturday, June 20.

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It’s that time of year again; time to unearth a new theme and color your Summer Reading tote bag!

There will be two sessions: Friday, June 26th @ 11am and Tuesday, July 7th @ 5pm.

Please register each individual attendee for one time slot. Do not register for both sessions, supplies are limited!

 Please register online.
β˜€οΈπŸ“šβš‘ Our Summer Reading Challenge kicks off on June 22nd! Check out the amazing prizes up for grabs as you compete with fellow readers all summer long ⛱️. Whether you’re racing through chapters or diving into new adventures, every page brings you closer to winningπŸ₯‡  May the fastest reader take the crown! πŸ‘‘πŸ“– A special thank-you to our sponsors for their continued support and commitment to our community. We couldn’t do it without you! ❀️ #summerreadingchallenge #unearthastory2026 #community #library #local
β˜€οΈπŸ“šSummer reading is almost here!!! And your favorite library is bringing the best prizes for youπŸ† Everything has been carefully curated to ensure maximum happiness for you! Join the challenge for a chance to win and make this summer great! #summerreading #hackettstown #library #local #community
We begin each class by gathering together to read a specially selected storybook. From fairy tales to jungle romps, every week is a brand-new journey.

After our story, the dancers get on their feet! We use creative movement and foundational dance steps to act out the characters and plot of the book.

We wrap up our adventure with age-appropriate crafts to work on their fine motor and social skills.

Please register each child separately. Please register online.
Come along on a tour of the National Museum of Civil War Medicine via this virtual presentation. The myths of Civil War medical care will be addressed, and you will learn how the conflict inspired medical innovations that we still enjoy today.

This program will be presented on Zoom. Link will be emailed to registrants on the day of the event.

Please register online at: https://hackettstownlibrary.org/event/national-museum-of-civil-war-medicine-virtual-tour/
We were so excited to see you that we forgot to take pictures with you! 🀩 Thank you to everyone who came to visit us at our booth at Hackettstown Community Day 🎊!!! Hope you learned about us and the services we offer. πŸ“šHoping to see you again soon! πŸ’• #hackettstown #library #community