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Diwali: a Festival of Lights
2024-10-26 13:00:00 2024-10-26 15:00:00 America/New_York Diwali: a Festival of Lights Light removes darkness, light leads our way, Hundreds of clay lamps are lit on Diwali day. Decorate your home and get ready, It is time to celebrate and enjoy with friends and family! DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

Saturday, October 26
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-10-26 13:00:00 2024-10-26 15:00:00 America/New_York Diwali: a Festival of Lights Light removes darkness, light leads our way, Hundreds of clay lamps are lit on Diwali day. Decorate your home and get ready, It is time to celebrate and enjoy with friends and family! DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

DeMott Lane Branch

Community Room

Light removes darkness, light leads our way, Hundreds of clay lamps are lit on Diwali day. Decorate your home and get ready, It is time to celebrate and enjoy with friends and family!

All are welcome to listen to stories and traditional music and dance. Make unique holiday decorations or learn to cook delicious desserts. Enjoy a display of traditional festival decorations and an elaborate visual presentation about the festival and its traditions. Join us in a lighting ceremony!

Light removes darkness, light leads our way,
Hundreds of clay lamps are lit on Diwali day.
Decorate your home and get ready,
It is time to celebrate and enjoy with friends and family!

Presented by Enjoy Explore India. 

Registration is required as space is limited.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens | Preschool | Multigenerational | Kids | Families | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Events | Performance | Arts & Crafts |

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DeMott Lane Branch
Phone: 732-873-8700
Hours

DeMott Lane Branch

Today's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 8:00PM

Tomorrow's hours

We're open 10:00AM to 3:00PM

We're closed Wednesday January 01
Address
485 Demott Lane
Franklin Township, NJ 08873
Tel: 732-873-8700
About the branch

The 36,018 square foot Demott Lane Branch is located in the Franklin Township municipal complex and provides a large community room for library programming, as well as additional meeting room space for community groups, study rooms, public access computers, and more.

Upcoming events

Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Dec 30, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Megabyte Mondays: iPhone Basics Series - a computer class
Mon, Dec 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Dec 30, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Dec 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
DIY New Year's Time Capsule - Teen Craft!
Mon, Dec 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Decorate your own time capsule box to fill with your memories of 2024! Open to students ages 12-17. Please register.
Happy Noon Year Party! @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years
Tue, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us at 11:30am to ring in 2025… at noon! We’ll decorate party hats, create wishing wands and, right before noon, have a countdown to a ball pop. The fun ends with a short dance party!
PreK Surprise @ DeMott Lane - Craft Program for ages 3-5 years
Thu, Jan 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Families work together to make a craft!
Teen Chess Club
Thu, Jan 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Come hang out and play some friendly games of chess! We’ll meet the 1st Thursday of each month. Open to students ages 12-17
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 3 years old
Thu, Jan 02, 6:30pm - 6:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this active 15-minute rhymes program which includes a simple story!
Rhythm & Rhyme @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years
Fri, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a rollicking rhythmic storytime!
Wooden Cut-Out Craft @ DeMott Lane - ages 3 years and up
Sun, Jan 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a fun decorating craft!
Megabyte Mondays: Computer Basics - a computer class
Mon, Jan 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Jan 06, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street branch - ages 0-5 years
Mon, Jan 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Traditional 30-min storytime with stories, songs, rhymes & musical instruments like shakers & bells!
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Mon, Jan 06, 10:30am - 10:45am
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, Jan 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Jan 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Move, Breathe, Meditate @ Franklin Park Branch
Mon, Jan 06, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Learn how to start your meditation journey.
Scribble Time @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 1 - 4 Years
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
"Scribble Time" is an introduction to crayons, glue and more for little ones.
Polar Pals Stay n' Play @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years
Tue, Jan 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a polar story, polar activities and then lots of social activity with our in-house toys!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Chess Club for Kids @ DeMott Lane - for intermediate and advanced players
Tue, Jan 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly competitive game of chess and sharing of strategies!
Once Upon A Time @ DeMott Lane - geared for ages 3 to 6 years old
Wed, Jan 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
A traditional half-hour themed storytime that includes stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities.
Tap Away Stress
Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn about "Emotional Freedom Techniques" or "tapping" to help reduce stress and gain control of your emotions.
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room,Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Wed, Jan 08, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
All Together Now: Ronald McDonald House @ DeMott Lane - all ages
Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us to do a Valentine Day service project to benefit our local Ronald McDonald House! Students participating receive a "30-min Volunteer Service Certificate".
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jan 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
This gentle class focuses on an exploration of basic yoga poses and how to connect them through attention to breathing, alignment and mindfulness.
Mad Lib Mania @ Lewis Street branch - ages 10-17 years
Thu, Jan 09, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Lewis Street Branch
Stop by the library to complete a MadLib!
Afternoon Art Club @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 5 - 12 years
Thu, Jan 09, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
We'll explore a different art form each month.
STEM Static Electricity Program! @ DeMott Lane - ages 5-12 years
Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Celebrate National Static Electricity Day with our electrifying STEM program!
Sepia Painting! - Teen Craft
Thu, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
We’ll experiment with this fun painting technique using ground coffee! Open to students ages 12-17. Please register.
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 3 years old
Thu, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 6:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this active 15-minute rhymes program which includes a simple story!
Rhythm & Rhyme @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years
Fri, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a rollicking rhythmic storytime!
Let's Make Tea!
Fri, Jan 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Learn about different types of tea and how to make custom tea blends.
This event is full
Movie Matinee: White Bird (2023)
Fri, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
PG-13. TRT: 2 hours.
Bobbin Lacemaking
Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 4:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
The Cranberry Lacemakers of Central New Jersey work to preserve centuries-old hand bobbin lacemaking and tatting techniques.
Second Saturday Book Club - Happiness Falls by Angie Kim
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Join us for a meeting of the FTPL Second Saturday Book Club! Now held in-person at the DeMott Lane Branch. No registration required!
ESL Conversation Group @ Lewis Street branch - ages 13-adult (teens, adults & seniors)
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Lewis Street Branch
Join us for a friendly chat and conversational tips!
Megabyte Mondays: Internet Basics - a computer class
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street branch - ages 0-5 years
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Traditional 30-min storytime with stories, songs, rhymes & musical instruments like shakers & bells!
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Mon, Jan 13, 10:30am - 10:45am
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Jan 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
ART BOX: Sweater Cats & Dogs @ DeMott Lane - ages 6-12 years
Mon, Jan 13, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for Art Box! The craft today is Sweater Cats & Dogs!
Storytime Adventures @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Stories, rhymes and a craft for little ones!
Rubber Ducky Quack-stravaganza! @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years
Tue, Jan 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us to celebrate National Rubber Ducky Day! Learn some trivia, hear a story and have fun with our rubber duckies!
Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Group - For Caregivers
Tue, Jan 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Groups provide families and caregivers with the emotional support and education they need.
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Jan 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Chess Club for Kids @ DeMott Lane - for intermediate and advanced players
Tue, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly competitive game of chess and sharing of strategies!
Once Upon A Time @ DeMott Lane - geared for ages 3 to 6 years old
Wed, Jan 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
A traditional half-hour themed storytime that includes stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities.
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn how to start your meditation journey.
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room,Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Wed, Jan 15, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Teen Kindness Club
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for a community service activity and earn an hour of volunteer time. Open to students ages 12-17. Snacks will be served! Please register.
LEGO Club @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 5 - 12 years
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us at the Franklin Park Branch for LEGO Club!
Watercolors @ Lewis Street branch - all ages welcome!
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Lewis Street Branch
Create a masterpiece using the library's watercolor paints, brushes and watercolor paper.
PreK Surprise @ DeMott Lane - Craft Program for ages 3-5 years
Thu, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Families work together to make a craft!
Rescheduled
Open Books, Open Minds: Historical Fiction Book Club
Thu, Jan 16, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
New date Thursday, January 30, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Franklin Park Branch
January's Selection: "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean
Decorate Underwear! @ DeMott Lane - all ages!
Thu, Jan 16, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Have you ever read a book about a bear in underwear? How about veggies wearing undies? Join us for a funny program where underwear is the main character!
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 3 years old
Thu, Jan 16, 6:30pm - 6:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this active 15-minute rhymes program which includes a simple story!
Rhythm & Rhyme @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years
Fri, Jan 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a rollicking rhythmic storytime!
Adult Craft: Paint Wooden Snowflakes
Fri, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Make this craft with us!
Registration opens Thursday, January 2 2025 at 10:15am
National Winnie-the-Pooh Day Fun @ Lewis Street branch - all ages!
Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Lewis Street Branch
Drop in anytime the library is open for some self-directed Winnie-the-Pooh fun! Trivia! Craft!
Pet Loss Support Group
Sun, Jan 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room,Virtual Events 1
Pet parents who have lost a pet, or anticipate a loss, gather to share stories and memories with like minds and hearts.
Build & Play @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Fun with blocks!
Drop-In Craft @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years old with a caregiver
Tue, Jan 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us, while supplies last, to create a craft based upon a book!
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Tue, Jan 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
Ageless Grace
Tue, Jan 21, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Franklin Park Branch
Men and women are joining in the fun of this evidence-based seated exercise, using the cutting edge science of neuroplasticity.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Jan 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Franklin Township Astronomy Club
Tue, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Attend their monthly meeting!
Chess Club for Kids @ DeMott Lane - for intermediate and advanced players
Tue, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly competitive game of chess and sharing of strategies!
Once Upon A Time @ DeMott Lane - geared for ages 3 to 6 years old
Wed, Jan 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
A traditional half-hour themed storytime that includes stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities.
Sit n' Stitch @ Franklin Park Branch
Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Share your current projects with fellow crafters!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room,Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Wed, Jan 22, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Book Club for Kids @ DeMott Lane - grades 3-6
Wed, Jan 22, 5:15pm - 6:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
This month's book is: Phoebe and her Unicorn by Dana Simpson. Please try to read one of the titles from this series before our book club meets!
Adult Craft: Hands-On Henna Workshop
Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Perfect for beginners and henna enthusiasts alike!
This event is full
Head, Shoulders, Knees, & Toes @ DeMott Lane - ages 2 1/2 - 3 1/2 years with caregiver
Thu, Jan 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a traditional toddler storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and more!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jan 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
This gentle class focuses on an exploration of basic yoga poses and how to connect them through attention to breathing, alignment and mindfulness.
Tinker Time @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 5-12 years
Thu, Jan 23, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us for a STEM activity!
Teen Crochet Club - Learn to Crochet with us!
Thu, Jan 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Teens come learn to crochet! Open to students ages 12-17. Teens who know how to crochet are welcome to come and stitch with us! Please register.
Rhythm & Rhyme @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years
Fri, Jan 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a rollicking rhythmic storytime!
Move, Breathe, Meditate @ Franklin Park Branch
Fri, Jan 24, 11:00am - 11:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Learn how to start your meditation journey.
Movie Matinee: Dìdi (2024)
Fri, Jan 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Rated R. TRT: 1 hour, 33 mins.
Bubble Wrap Prints @ DeMott Lane - ages 5-12 years
Sun, Jan 26, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us to paint using recycled bubble wrap! Dress for mess!
Megabyte Mondays: Social Networking - a computer class
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street branch - ages 0-5 years
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Traditional 30-min storytime with stories, songs, rhymes & musical instruments like shakers & bells!
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Mon, Jan 27, 10:30am - 10:45am
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Jan 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Tapping Away Stress
Mon, Jan 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Learn about "Emotional Freedom Techniques" or "tapping" to help reduce stress and gain control of your emotions.
Storytime Adventures @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Jan 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Stories, rhymes and a craft for little ones!
Lunar New Year Craft @ Lewis Street branch - all ages!
Tue, Jan 28, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Lewis Street Branch
Help us celebrate the start of the Year of the Snake!
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Once Upon A Time @ DeMott Lane - geared for ages 3 to 6 years old
Wed, Jan 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
A traditional half-hour themed storytime that includes stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities.
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room,Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Wed, Jan 29, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
DeMott Lane Branch
A lapsit program for our youngest ones (accompanied by parents or caregivers). Babies will bounce through this active 15-minute program!
Watercolors for Littles @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-5 years old and caregiver
Thu, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for watercolors! Create a masterpiece using the library's watercolor paints, brushes and paper.
Open Books, Open Minds: Historical Fiction Book Club
Thu, Jan 30, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Franklin Park Branch
January's Selection: "The Library Book" by Susan Orlean
Music Bingo! - Teen Games
Thu, Jan 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Identify songs, shout Bingo! Win Prizes! Open to students ages 12-17. Please register.
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 3 years old
Thu, Jan 30, 6:30pm - 6:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Young children, accompanied by parents or caregivers, develop language in this active 15-minute rhymes program which includes a simple story!
Rhythm & Rhyme @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years
Fri, Jan 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a rollicking rhythmic storytime!
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, Feb 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Feb 03, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Feb 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Feb 04, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Feb 05, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room,Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, Feb 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Feb 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Group - For Caregivers
Tue, Feb 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Groups provide families and caregivers with the emotional support and education they need.
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room,Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Feb 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
This gentle class focuses on an exploration of basic yoga poses and how to connect them through attention to breathing, alignment and mindfulness.
Bobbin Lacemaking
Sat, Feb 15, 10:30am - 4:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
The Cranberry Lacemakers of Central New Jersey work to preserve centuries-old hand bobbin lacemaking and tatting techniques.
Pet Loss Support Group
Sun, Feb 16, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room,Virtual Events 1
Pet parents who have lost a pet, or anticipate a loss, gather to share stories and memories with like minds and hearts.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Tue, Feb 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Feb 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Franklin Township Astronomy Club
Tue, Feb 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Attend their monthly meeting!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Feb 19, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room,Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, Feb 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A free, basic ESL conversation group for students who have a basic working knowledge of English and wish to gain more confidence speaking English.
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Feb 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Feb 26, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room,Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Feb 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
This gentle class focuses on an exploration of basic yoga poses and how to connect them through attention to breathing, alignment and mindfulness.
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