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3 events,
Wednesday Story Time
Wednesday Story Time
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.
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
Do you need help with your devices? Having trouble accessing our online resources? Well, have no fear! Karen can help solve your technology issues and show you how to use your devices. No appointment necessary! Just drop in from 10am-1pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Rock Painting for Adults
Rock Painting for Adults
Have you ever wanted a colorful addition to your shelf or garden? Enjoy a night of painting on rocks at the Hackettstown Free Public Library! These rocks can be used as conversation pieces, statement makers, or yard decorations. Paint your favorite phrase or mantra, a picture of something you hold dear, or even a beautiful […]
2 events,
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
Do you need help with your devices? Having trouble accessing our online resources? Well, have no fear! Karen can help solve your technology issues and show you how to use your devices. No appointment necessary! Just drop in from 10am-1pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Wednesday Story Time
Wednesday Story Time
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.
4 events,
Friends of the Hackettstown Library Holiday Mini-Bazaar
Friends of the Hackettstown Library Holiday Mini-Bazaar
Get into the holiday spirit by stopping by the library and browsing the many handcrafted items, home-baked goods, and table of gently-used items. Buy a gift for someone and help out your library at the same time. Win-win! You can even enter to win a door prize! All proceeds benefit the Hackettstown Free Public Library.
The Board Game Lab with Cyclone Tabletop Gaming
The Board Game Lab with Cyclone Tabletop Gaming
Looking to learn some new board games but don't know where to start? Interested in meeting tabletop gaming fans like yourself? This event is for you! Each session a volunteer from Cyclone Tabletop Gaming will bring one of their favorite board games or a new board game that they would like to play or experiment […]
Sensory Story Time
Sensory Story Time
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.
3 events,
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
Do you need help with your devices? Having trouble accessing our online resources? Well, have no fear! Karen can help solve your technology issues and show you how to use your devices. No appointment necessary! Just drop in from 10am-1pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Teen Craft Night: Gingerbread House Ornaments
Teen Craft Night: Gingerbread House Ornaments
Tweens and Teens! Join us for a night of crafting! Open to ages 9 and up. Please register online.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Board of Trustees Meeting
In 2023, meetings of the Board of Trustees will be held on the 2nd Monday of each month, except in October, when the board will meet on Tuesday due to the Columbus Day holiday.
3 events,
Friends of the Library Meeting
Friends of the Library Meeting
The Friends of the Library meet the second Tuesday on even months at 2:00pm in the Library Meeting Room.
Winter Wonder-crafts!
Winter Wonder-crafts!
Come to the library to make a fantastic winter themed craft! This week we will be making cereal box gingerbread houses! Please register each child separately; space is limited.
Language Exchange Cafe
Language Exchange Cafe
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! […]
4 events,
Wednesday Story Time
Wednesday Story Time
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.
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
Do you need help with your devices? Having trouble accessing our online resources? Well, have no fear! Karen can help solve your technology issues and show you how to use your devices. No appointment necessary! Just drop in from 10am-1pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Scams and Frauds: Don’t Be a Victim! (Webinar)
Scams and Frauds: Don’t Be a Victim! (Webinar)
From the IRS phone scam to lottery and sweepstakes scams, to the so-called grandparent scam, it appears that imposter frauds and other criminal scams are more active than ever — and are preying on potential victims in New Jersey through phone calls, emails, and other means. Don’t get scammed!! Please join us on as Melanie […]
2 events,
Christmas Movie Creations
Christmas Movie Creations
Can't get enough Christmas movies? Why not make one of your own? Bring your creativity and holiday cheer to this program. Fake Christmas movie elements will be given out: name of the movie, main character, setting, etc. and it is up to you to write up a plot for your movie! Make it as funny […]
5 events,
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
Do you need help with your devices? Having trouble accessing our online resources? Well, have no fear! Karen can help solve your technology issues and show you how to use your devices. No appointment necessary! Just drop in from 10am-1pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Get into S.T.E.A.M.! (5 and under)
Get into S.T.E.A.M.! (5 and under)
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 under)
Get into S.T.E.A.M.! (5 and under)
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.
3 events,
Winter Wonder-crafts!
Winter Wonder-crafts!
Come to the library to make a fantastic winter themed craft! This week we will be making snow globes! Adults: Please be aware that this craft requires the use of water and glitter. Please register each child separately; supplies are limited.
Get into S.T.E.A.M. (5 and up)
Get into S.T.E.A.M. (5 and up)
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.
Christmas Cake Decorating Workshop
Christmas Cake Decorating Workshop
Join Amanda for a hands-on holiday cake decorating demonstration and practice session. Come and learn about the basics of icing and piping techniques such as writing messages, making borders, and other decorations. You'll have the opportunity to practice various decorating techniques and designs in order to help you decorate your own holiday cakes at home. […]
3 events,
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
Do you need help with your devices? Having trouble accessing our online resources? Well, have no fear! Karen can help solve your technology issues and show you how to use your devices. No appointment necessary! Just drop in from 10am-1pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Wednesday Story Time
Wednesday Story Time
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.
A Victorian Christmas at Everitt House Bed and Breakfast
A Victorian Christmas at Everitt House Bed and Breakfast
Join the owners of Everitt House for a Christmas celebration in their historic Victorian bed and breakfast. Enjoy an evening of seasons greetings, hot beverages, and assorted sweets. The program will include a tour and a conversation about the history of the beautiful house with the owners. This is a yuletide event not to be […]
2 events,
Sensory Story Time
Sensory Story Time
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.
Wrap & Yap
Wrap & Yap
This season, we're here to help you get your presents wrapped and ready! Get into the holiday spirit and wrap your gifts in the shared company of others. We will provide the supplies; all you need to bring is a pile of unwrapped presents and some friendly chatter. Whether you're celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Festivus, […]
2 events,
Wednesday Story Time
Wednesday Story Time
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.
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
What the Tech? : Tech & Device Help with Karen
Do you need help with your devices? Having trouble accessing our online resources? Well, have no fear! Karen can help solve your technology issues and show you how to use your devices. No appointment necessary! Just drop in from 10am-1pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
2 events,
The Hessians are Coming? How a Discovery at the Red Bank Battlefield is Challenging Public History (Webinar)
The Hessians are Coming? How a Discovery at the Red Bank Battlefield is Challenging Public History (Webinar)
In the summer of 2022, a public archeological dig at the Red Bank Battlefield yielded an unexpected surprise. The remains of 15 soldiers, believed to be Hessians, were uncovered in a mass grave, shocking the archeological team and changing the understanding of the Battle of Red Bank. Join us in our celebration of Trenton’s Patriot’s […]
1 event,
CLOSED-HOLIDAY
In 2024, the library will be closed the following days: New Year’s Day: Monday, January 1 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Monday, January 15 President’s Day: Monday, February 19 Good Friday: Friday, March 29 Memorial Day: Monday, May 27 Juneteenth Day: Wednesday, June 19 Independence Day: Thursday, July 4 Labor Day: Monday, September 2 Columbus […]
1 event,
Bad Art Night 2 : Revenge of the Bad Art
Bad Art Night 2 : Revenge of the Bad Art
Are you not very good at drawing? Lack the skills for painting? Didn't win last time? Then this is the event for you! This is a freestyle craft competition in which everyone has access to a pile of ridiculous art and craft material. Each participant will make a unique piece of “Bad Art” (sculptures, paintings, […]
1 event,
Wednesday Story Time
Wednesday Story Time
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.
1 event,
Sensory Story Time
Sensory Story Time
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.
1 event,
Warren County Department of Human Services: How They Help Our Communities
Warren County Department of Human Services: How They Help Our Communities
Get an overview of the Warren County Department of Human Services and see the programs and services they offer to our local communities. You never know if you qualify for any kind of assistance if you don't know it exists! This program is part of the First Fridays Series and is presented by the Warren […]
3 events,
CANCELLED Saturday Story Time with ASL (American Sign Language)
CANCELLED Saturday Story Time with ASL (American Sign Language)
Join Ms. Rebecca and special guest, Ms. Abbie, for a fun story time experience interpreted into American Sign Language! Please register each child separately.
Post-Holiday Gift Swap
Post-Holiday Gift Swap
Did you get a gift this holiday season that doesn't quite suit you? Did you receive a gift card to a store you don't shop in? Don't drop it. Swap it! Bring any gifts you're not interested in keeping and trade it for something you do want. Your trash might be someone else's treasure! Gifts […]
Language Exchange Cafe
Language Exchange Cafe
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! […]