CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
Storytime (Ages 2-6)
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10:30 a.m.
Rhyme Time Storytime (Ages 0-2)
Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m.
Enjoy 20 minutes of songs, fingerplays and simple stories.
Messy Monster Storytime (Ages 2-6)
Thursdays, 4 p.m.
Enjoy not-so-scary stories about monsters, followed by a related craft or experiment.
Sensory Friendly Movie Screenings
Fridays, 3:30 p.m.
Enjoy a film in a sensory-friendly setting with partially dimmed lights, lower volume, subtitles, flexible seating and room to move. Headphones, fidgets, stuffed animals and other small comfort items are welcome. All ages are welcome.
Hackaneers Coding Club (Grades 3-8)
Saturdays, 1 p.m.
A beginner-friendly coding club introducing core programming concepts through hands-on projects.
The Big Read
Oct. 2, 10:30 a.m.
Join a special storytime in honor of 1000 Books Before Kindergarten’s Big Read 2026. Learn more about the program, its benefits and how to participate.
My First Book Club (Ages 5-8)
October, 4:30 p.m.
Join a reading adventure to discuss a different book each month. Books and snacks are provided.
Chess Club (Ages 5-12)
Oct. 10 and 24, 11:30 a.m.
Learn how to play chess.
Kids Cooking Class (Ages 5-9): Spooky Flatbread Pizza
Oct. 14, 6 p.m., online through the Library Chef platform
This live virtual class teaches basic kitchen safety and cooking skills while demonstrating how to make a recipe. Classes are recorded and available to view anytime.
Read to a Therapy Dog
Oct. 15 and 17, 10:30 a.m.; Oct. 26, 4:30 p.m.
Practice reading skills or spend time with a therapy dog at the library.
Creative Movement (Ages 18 months-4 years)
Oct. 16, 10:30 a.m.
Dance and movement activities with stories in between, presented by Starstruck Dance Studio of Gillette.
Book-o-ween Storytime & Costume Parade
Oct. 20, 4 p.m.
Dress as a character from a book, then enjoy stories and a character costume parade.
Kids Book Club (Ages 8-12)
Oct. 21, 4:30 p.m.
Discuss a new book, complete an activity and share a snack.
History’s Mysteries
Oct. 22, 4:30 p.m.
Use observation, hands-on exploration and critical thinking to investigate what antique household objects reveal about life in the past.
Yoga Storytime (Ages 2-5)
Oct. 23, 10:30 a.m.
Simple stories come to life through yoga poses.
Monster Mash Music & Movement Class (Ages 0-5)
Oct. 26, 10:30 a.m.
Join Ms. Michelle from MP Music for a class with instruments, props and bubbles. Costumes are encouraged.
Oozing Pumpkin: STEM for Kids
Oct. 27, 4 p.m.
Watch Miss Jess conduct a messy pumpkin science experiment.
Comic Book Club (Ages 6-12)
Oct. 28, 4 p.m.
Graphic-novel, manga and comic-book fans can follow tutorials, design their own comics, share favorite books and enjoy snacks.
Telescope Night presented by Pearl Observatory
Oct. 28, 7 p.m.
Learn to use a telescope to view objects in space.
Halloween Party
Oct. 31, 10:30 a.m.
Come in costume for this special edition of storytime.
TEEN PROGRAMS
Paying for College
Oct. 7, 6:30 p.m.
Learn strategies to help pay for college and recapture out-of-pocket college costs without jeopardizing savings.
Mod Podge Pumpkin Craft
Oct. 14, 4:30 p.m.
Turn a pumpkin into a work of art with paint, Mod Podge, book pages and other décor.
Teen Cooking Class (Ages 10+): Pizza Dough & Garlic Knots
Oct. 21, 6 p.m., online through the Library Chef platform
This live virtual class teaches kitchen safety and cooking skills while demonstrating how to make pizza dough from scratch and twist it into garlic knots. Classes are recorded and available to view anytime.
Teen Book Club (Ages 13-18)
Oct. 28, 5 p.m.
Join for quiet reading, snacks and conversations about books.
ADULT PROGRAMS
Veronica Roth Author Talk
Oct. 1, 7 p.m., online
Celebrate the legacy of Roth’s *Divergent* series and get a preview of her upcoming novel, *The Sixth Faction*, which revisits the characters in an alternate universe.
Kaffe und Kuchen
Oct. 2, 3 p.m.
Join for coffee, cake and book recommendations.
Just Imagine: A Mind Reading Program (Ages 16+)
Oct. 3, 11 a.m.
Mark Zacharia presents an interactive program exploring the question: Can he really read your mind?
Scam Prevention
Oct. 5, 11:30 a.m.
Review resources and tools to help recognize and avoid identity theft and fraud, including government-imposter and online-romance scams.
Flu Clinic
Oct. 14, 10 a.m.
Provided by the Bernards Township Health Department.
Children of the Revolution (Ages 14+)
Oct. 17, 2 p.m.
Learn the stories of 11 children, from age five through the young-teen years, who experienced the Revolution and its upheaval. Part of the library’s USA 250 series.
Estate Planning
Oct. 19, 11:30 a.m.
Learn about key documents and strategies intended to protect assets, reduce taxes and ensure personal wishes are followed.
Pierre-Auguste Renoir: Painting the Joys of Life
Oct. 19, 7 p.m., online
Janet Mandel examines Renoir’s long career, including his flowers, portraits of children, Parisian streets and outdoor scenes.
A Monumental Man: An Introduction to Augustus Saint-Gaudens
Oct. 20, 7 p.m., online
Mallory Mortillaro examines the work of American Renaissance sculptor Augustus Saint-Gaudens and its lasting impact.
Intro to Sound Bowl Meditation with Melissa
Oct. 21, 7:30 p.m., online
Melissa guides participants through calming sound-bowl techniques for relaxation, stress relief and mindfulness.
More than Game 6: Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the 1986 Mets
Oct. 25, 2 p.m.
Relive the Astros playoff series and the 16-inning final game from the Mets’ 1986 championship season.
ABCs of Candy
Oct. 26, 6 p.m.
Explore the history of candies, including varieties that have been around for more than 100 years, while discussing broader themes.
The Haunted History of New Jersey
Oct. 27, 7 p.m., online
Paranormal investigator Greg shares stories where history and myth intertwine at New Jersey historic sites.
Streaming & Smart TVs
Oct. 30, noon
Learn what streaming is, how to use it and how smart TVs and streaming devices can provide access to video and live television without cable.