The Language of Flowers
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesIf flowers could talk, what would they say? Although using flowers and herbs to convey sentiments has been around for thousands of years, it was in the Victorian Era when the tradition of sending coded messages with flowers became popular. This talk discusses the history, symbolism and sentiments around the flowers we love. Layce Gebhard [...]
Valentine’s YAY!
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesValentine's Day is approaching fast! Come to the library to make a SUPER sweet Valentine's Day themed craft for you or a loved one!❤️ For ages 11 and under Please register each child separately; materials are limited
Wii Bowling Tournament with Oasis Online Arcade
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesDo YOU have what it takes to best your friends in Nintendo Wii bowling? Are you the lord of the lanes? The authority of the alleys? Test your skills against other competitors for a chance to win bragging rights and a prize offered by Hackettstown's own Oasis Online Arcade. This event is for adults and [...]
Virtual River Talk : Sustaining Agriculture in Northwest New Jersey
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesHow can we work toward sustaining agriculture in northwest New Jersey? Learn about how preserving farmland benefits more than just farmers, and how some organizations are working not only to provide land and opportunities for people to get into farming, but also market access so they can make a living doing it. Catherine Suttle of [...]
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.
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.
Lincoln Goes to the Theater
Schenk Lodge at House of the Good Shepherd 798 Willow Grove St., Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesPresident Abraham Lincoln was an avid theater goer in Civil War Washington D.C.’s two theaters. He memorized complete Shakespearean dramas. This presentation is a record of the plays he attended during the theater of his time and the people who accompanied him leading up to the last fatal night. This program is open to the [...]
Teen Craft Day: Valentine’s Day Cards
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesTweens and Teens! Come to the library for an afternoon of making Valentine's Day Cards! Friday February 9th at 3:30pm. Open to ages 9 and up. Please register online.
Memory Cafe
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesJoin us at the Hackettstown Free Public Library's "Memory Cafe" hosted by Johan Naranjo of House of the Good Shepherd. A "Memory Cafe" is a stigma-free social group for people experiencing memory loss and their families and caregivers. Each session includes a fun activity or presentation and time for attendees to socialize, relax, share, and [...]
Scrabble Club
Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United StatesAre you looking for a place to have fun and meet new friends while keeping your mind sharp or improving your English skills? Come to the Scrabble Club! It's the original "Words with Friends!" Play the board game Scrabble with others and enjoy a morning at the library. Even if you have never played the [...]