Black Women’s Christian Activism: Seeking Social Justice in a Northern Suburb

Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United States

Women played an important role in the development of suburban communities and the Christian churches those communities revolved around during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Yet, their contributions remain hidden. In honor of Women’s History Month, please join us as scholar and retired professor Dr. Betty Livingston Adams shares the heroic and inspiring story [...]

Lucky Pot O’ Gold Craft!

Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United States

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Come to the library to create your own little leprechaun's pot o' gold! Please register each child separately; supplies are limited.

Event Series Language Exchange Cafe

Language Exchange Cafe

Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United States

Looking to learn Spanish with native speakers? At the Language Exchange Cafe, native English speakers and native Spanish speakers get together to learn each other's language and have some coffee. It is a fun, immersive, interactive way to build your second language skills. No registration necessary - just show up and have a good time! [...]

Event Series Wednesday Story Time

Wednesday Story Time

Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United States

Join 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.

Event Series Wednesday Story Time

Wednesday Story Time

Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United States

Join 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.

Spring Seed Swap

Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United States

If you love gardening but want to try some new plants or varieties, why not come to the library to share seeds and seedlings with fellow gardeners? Simply bring labeled ziplocked or enveloped seeds, small plants, or cuttings to swap with others! Even if you bought a seed packet and never used it, this is [...]

Event Series Sensory Story Time

Sensory Story Time

Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United States

Having trouble with "traditional" story times? Do you want your child to experience a more hands-on approach to storytelling? Come join us for a fun sensory play story time. Favorite toys and/or fidgets are encouraged! Please sign up each child individually, space is limited.

NJ Makers Day: Balloon Cars!

Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United States

NJ Makers Day is approaching! Celebrate with us by engineering your very own balloon car to race with other participants. May the fastest win! Please register each child separately, space is limited. For ages 11 and under.  

Depression: Unveiling the Invisible Struggle

Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United States

Depression can manifest in various ways and its presentation can vary from person to person. Let’s have a look at shedding light on causes, symptoms, treatment and how it can lead to self injurious behaviors. This program is presented by the Center for Family Services.

Tween & Teen Maker’s Day: Marble Maze

Hackettstown Public Library 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, United States

Tweens and Teens! Stop by the library for Maker’s Day 2024! We will be making Marble Mazes. March 15th at 3:30pm. Open to ages 9 and up. Please register online.