Hackettstown Public Library

Wednesday Story Time
2026-06-10 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-10 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-06-17 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-17 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-06-24 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-24 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, 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.

Knit, Flix, and Chill
2026-06-10 17:00 - 18:30 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Calling all Crafters and Creatives! Join us once a month as we come together to hone our crafts (literally) and watch movies!
Don’t let our name fool you- we do more than just knit here. Crocheters, weavers, cross stitchers, lacemakers, jewelry makers, needle felters, and more are all welcome to spend peaceful evenings watching films, sharing knowledge, telling stories, and having a grand time!
No registration necessary- just bring your supplies and be ready for inspiration to strike!
This program is for adults and teens 16+.

LEGO Club
2026-06-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Come 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.

Anime Club: Teen
2026-06-11 16:00 - 17:30, 2026-06-18 16:00 - 17:30 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Teens! Stop by the library to watch your favorite anime, discover a new series, or connect with new friends!
Open to ages 12-15.

Imagine, Dragons: Tween D&D Club
2026-06-11 17:45 - 19:45 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Join our Dungeons and Dragons campaign specifically for tweens!
Register now to get on the team!
For ages 12 and under
This group will be better suited for adventurers who are less interested in the rules or story and want to get straight to the action. More of a focus on in-game fighting/combat.
Meets on the second Thursday of every month (see dates)
Space is limited. Please register each attendee separately.
The DM for this session is: Elliot.

Reading Party
2026-06-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
An hour of reading, in the company of others.
Bring whatever you’re currently reading — book, Kindle, article, anything.
We’ll settle in and read together.
Afterwards, you’re welcome to stay and talk, meet people, or head out.
Set time aside to focus in an atmosphere that makes it easier and more enjoyable to read.
Free and open to the public. Registration encouraged.

This event is taking place at Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church St.

Scrabble Club
2026-06-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Are 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 game before (or not in a long time), we will teach you.
This program is intended for adults.

Summer Tea Tasting with Greene's Beans
2026-06-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Enjoy tasting a refreshing selection of iced teas from Greene’s Beans to cool off during the warm days of summer.
This program is for adults and teens 16+
This program is made possible by the Friends of the Hackettstown Library.

Get into S.T.E.A.M.! (5 and under)
2026-06-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Let’s strengthen your science, technology, engineering, art, and/or math skills once a month! Your child will be able to participate in an engaging engineering activity to test their S.T.E.A.M. skills.
This event is for ages 5 and under. Please register each child separately.

Get into S.T.E.A.M. (5 and over)
2026-06-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Let’s strengthen your science, technology, engineering, art, and/or math skills once a month! Your child will be able to participate in an engaging engineering activity to test their S.T.E.A.M. skills.
This event is for ages 5 and over. Please register each child separately.

Watercolor Painting with May Tejada
2026-06-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Join us for a cozy, beginner-friendly introduction to watercolor at the library! Perfect for first-timers and anyone wanting a relaxing creative break, this class covers basic techniques and a simple introduction to color theory—learning how colors mix and work together. You’ll leave with a finished painting and the confidence to keep creating at home.
This program is for adults and teens 16+

Supporting Struggling Readers
2026-06-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Parent Help Session IEP — RTI/MTSS — 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.

Evening Book Club
2026-06-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
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… ‘The Book Club for Troublesome Women’ by Marie Bostwick

National Museum of Civil War Medicine Virtual Tour
2026-06-18 16:00 - 17:00 | Online, Zoom
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.

Starry Story Time
2026-06-18 17:30 - 18:15 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
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.

CLOSED-HOLIDAY
2026-06-19 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
In 2026, the library will be closed the following days:
New Year’s Day: Thursday, January 1
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Monday, January 19
President’s Day: Monday, February 16
Good Friday: Friday, April 3
Memorial Day: Monday, May 25
Juneteenth Day: Friday, June 19
Independence Day (observed): Friday, July 3
Independence Day: Saturday, July 4
Labor Day: Monday, September 7
Indigenous People’s/Columbus Day: Monday, October 12
Veterans Day: Wednesday, November 11
Thanksgiving Eve, close at 1 pm: Wednesday, November 25
Thanksgiving Day: Thursday, November 26
Day After Thanksgiving: Friday, November 27
Christmas Eve: Thursday, December 24
Christmas Day: Friday, December 25
New Year’s Eve, close at 1pm: Thursday, December 31

Wild Fermented Soda with Sour Bellies
2026-06-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Join Sophia from Sour Bellies as she walks you through how to make wild-fermented sodas from a ginger bug that are naturally carbonated, probiotic-rich beverages created through the fermentation of fresh ginger, sugar, and water. The process produces a refreshing, slightly tangy drink that supports gut health while offering a delicious, homemade alternative to commercial sodas.
This program is for adults.
This program is made possible by a grant from the Warren County Division of Cultural & Heritage Affairs.

Imagine, Dragons: Adult D&D
2026-06-20 11:00 - 14:00 | Raising Hands Tutoring, 326 Washington St Ste. 2,, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Join our Dungeons and Dragons campaign specifically for adults!
Register now to join in on the adventure!
For ages 18 and up
This group uses a West Marches style of campaign where various groups of player characters adventure in the same world. This enables a more fluid campaign where if someone isn’t interested in the current adventure or can’t make it to the game, they can drop back into the game in a future session. It also allows multiple groups to play without interfering with each other but still progressing the story.
This is ideal for a public game because it allows players to drop in and out of the story as needed and each session can consist of a different set of players, allowing everyone a chance to play!
Meets on the final Saturday of every month* (see dates)
Space is limited. Please register each attendee separately.
The DM for this session is: Connor.
Note: Always pre-register for any session they plan to attend as there are limited spots. Attending one session will not guarantee your spot for the following session. If you have to cancel, please let us know so we can open up your spot to other players.
Questions? Email dnd@hackettstownlibrary.org

Reading Party
2026-06-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Mazur Chocolate Lab, 106 East Moore St., Hackettstown, 07840, United States
An hour of reading, in the company of others.
Bring whatever you’re currently reading — book, Kindle, article, anything.
We’ll settle in and read together.
Afterwards, you’re welcome to stay and talk, meet people, or head out.
Set time aside to focus in an atmosphere that makes it easier and more enjoyable to read.
Free and open to the public. Registration encouraged.

This event is taking place at Mazur Cafe and Chocolate Lab, 106 E. Moore St.

Chatterboxes: a Language Exchange Cafe
2026-06-20 13:30 - 14:30 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Looking to learn other languages with native speakers?
At the Language Exchange Cafe, native speakers of all tongues 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!

Storytime Adventures: Read the Magic with Love of Dance
2026-06-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
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.

Dinosaur Terrarium Workshop
2026-06-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Join Roots and Rivers as they help you craft a dinosaur-themed terrarium to celebrate our Summer Reading theme of “Unearth a Story.”
This program is for adults and teens 16+
Space is limited, please register.
This program is made possible by a grant from the Warren County Division of Cultural & Heritage Affairs.

Ice Cream Making at Tranquility Farms
2026-06-23 12:00 - 13:30 | Tranquility Farms, 47 Decker Pond Rd., Andover, 07821, United States
Head on over to Tranquility Farms on Rt 517 to enjoy an afternoon of ice cream making at the farm!
With this experience you will also:

Learn how milk gets from the cow to you
Take a hayride around the farm
Enjoy some time in the playground area
Visit the animals
Use the picnic area for lunch or a snack

Kick off summer the right way with the library and Tranquility Farms!
Due to the nature of this event, register each person separately.
All children must be accompanied by an adult who must also be registered. Ages 6+.

Imagine, Dragons: Tween D&D Club
2026-06-23 17:45 - 19:45 | Hackettstown Free Public Library, 110 Church Street, Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, United States
Join our Dungeons and Dragons campaign specifically for tweens!
Register now to get on the team!
For ages 12 and under
This group will be better suited for adventurers who are less interested in the rules or story and want to get straight to the action. More of a focus on in-game fighting/combat.
Meets on the second to last Tuesday of every month (except Dec., see dates)
Space is limited. Please register each attendee separately.
The DM for this session is: Connor.
