Programs
Jews, Antisemitism, and the Civil War (POSTPONED)
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesJoin Rich Rosenthal's two-part program as he discusses the topic of Jews, Antisemitism, and the Civil War: General Grant's Infamous Order No. 11: In order to enforce President Abraham Lincoln’s administration’s blockade against the Confederacy to cut off the Confederacy from all trade with the North, on December 17, 1862, Gen. Grant issued General Order [...]
Current Trends in Resume Writing – Webinar
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesYour resume is your brand; it is also your first impression. It needs to stand out and convince hiring managers that you are the best candidate for the job. Therefore, your resume should be a living and breathing document that is able to adjust to each position you apply for as well as respond to [...]
Wednesday Story Time
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesJoin Ms. Rebecca in a fun-filled story time with an exciting new theme every week! Open to children ages 1-5. Please register for only one time slot.
The Hysterical, Tyrannical Booth Family
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesThe assassin John Wilkes Booth was the most famous member of his theatrical family; however, the theatrical legacy of his brother lives on today. Edwin Booth voted for Lincoln and was an avid supporter of the Union, while his brother John was a self-proclaimed spy for the Confederacy who committed what was considered one of [...]
LEGO Club
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesCome join us for LEGO Club twice a month! Each session will have a different theme and/or challenge to complete with your friends. For ages 5 and up. Please register each child separately, space is limited.
Paper Flowers Craft Night
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesJoin Debra DeFazio from Wyrd Lily as she shows you how to craft beautiful paper flowers from old book pages. If you have old books, please bring your own. If not, we can provide them.
Summer Reading Kickoff with the NJ Snake Man and Marley’s
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesJoin us as we kickoff our Summer Reading Program 2023 with a visit from the NJ Snake Man and a special treat: Marley's Gotham Grill's Food Truck! NJ Snake Man will bring a smorgasbord of snakes and other reptiles during the presentation that attendees can handle as well as view a feeding demonstration! Marley's will [...]
Eleventh Hour Rescue Pet Adoption Event
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesJoin us from 11-2 on Saturday, June 17th as we host Eleventh Hour Rescue and some of their adorable, adoptable animals. Come by and meet your new friend! Fill out a form and start the adoption process or just donate to Eleventh Hour Rescue to help support their important mission. No Registration necessary. This event [...]
Friends of the Library Bake Sale
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesPurchase delicious treats that will benefit a good cause: your library! While you're chowing down on some sweet snacks, make sure to check out all the wonderful animals up for adoption from Eleventh Hour Rescue.
The Lost Souls Public Memorial Project: Victims of the Van Winkle Slave Ring – Webinar
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesIn remembrance of Juneteenth, the NJ State Library is proud to host an informative session about the Lost Souls Public Memorial Project. The Lost Souls Public Memorial Project is a grassroots organization committed to commemorating the lives and legacy of the 137 Black New Jerseyans lost to the Domestic Slave Trade. The presentation will highlight [...]