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Dinosaur Stories & Stay to Play! @ DeMott Lane

ages 2-5 years
2024-11-05 10:30:00 2024-11-05 11:30:00 America/New_York Dinosaur Stories & Stay to Play! @ DeMott Lane Come hear a dino story and then stay to play and meet new friends! DeMott Lane Branch -

Tuesday, November 05
10:30am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2024-11-05 10:30:00 2024-11-05 11:30:00 America/New_York Dinosaur Stories & Stay to Play! @ DeMott Lane Come hear a dino story and then stay to play and meet new friends! DeMott Lane Branch -

Come hear a dino story and then stay to play and meet new friends!

Come hear a dino story and then stay to play and meet new friends!

AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Families | Baby/Toddlers |

EVENT TYPE: | Storytimes | Story Times |

TAGS: | children's | children |

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 5:00PM

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

Move, Breathe, Meditate @ Franklin Park Branch
Fri, Dec 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Franklin Park Branch
Learn how to start your meditation journey.
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.
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!
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. 
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!
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!
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
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!
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.
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.
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. 
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!
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.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Jan 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
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. 
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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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
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
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!
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!
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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. 
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!
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!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Jan 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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!
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.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Feb 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
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.
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. 
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