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Just Grillin' It ! @ DeMott Lane

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2025-06-15 14:00:00 2025-06-15 14:30:00 America/New_York Just Grillin' It ! @ DeMott Lane Make a paper card for dad or any other important person in your life! DeMott Lane Branch -

Sunday, June 15
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-15 14:00:00 2025-06-15 14:30:00 America/New_York Just Grillin' It ! @ DeMott Lane Make a paper card for dad or any other important person in your life! DeMott Lane Branch -

Make a paper card for dad or any other important person in your life!

Make a paper card for dad or any other important person in your life!

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Preschool | Multigenerational | Kids | Families | Baby/Toddlers |

EVENT TYPE: | Arts & Crafts |

TAGS: | father's day | craft | 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 8:00PM

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

Once Upon A Time: Storytime @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-5 years old
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Traditional 30-minute storytime with stories, songs & rhymes. Themes for June: 6/4: author Richard Scarry's birthday. 6/11: Food. 6/18: Juneteenth stories. 6/25: author Eric Carle's birthday.
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jun 04, 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, Jun 04, 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!
Spanish Conversation Class
Wed, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Practice speaking with other learners!
This event is full
Skip To My Lou @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-5 years
Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Families join in simple circle dances and books to sing!
Afternoon Art Club @ Franklin Park Branch
Thu, Jun 05, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
We'll explore a different art form each month.
Night Before Donut Day! @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 + up
Thu, Jun 05, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us on the night before National Donut Day to make a fun paper donut craft and snap a selfie in our little donut shop. Play games and win donut-themed prizes. (No real donuts or food involved.)
Teen Chess
Thu, Jun 05, 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, Jun 05, 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 & Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years
Fri, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Young children with parent/caregiver will enjoy this active rhyme storytime program... including a simple story!
Sewing Class for Adults
Fri, Jun 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Over the course of two, two-hour sessions, adults will learn the basics of using a sewing machine and walk away with an item they made themselves!
This event is full
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Sat, Jun 07, 10:00am - 1:00pm
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.
ESL Conversation Class @ Lewis Street - Teens & Adults
Sat, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Lewis Street Branch
Join us to chat and learn conversational English!
Under The Sea @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 + up
Sun, Jun 08, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
We will be making a colorful octopus and learning about creatures in the ocean! A great start to enjoying non-fiction and facts!
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Jun 09, 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, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Traditional storytime with stories, songs, rhymes & musical instruments like shakers & bells.
Megabyte Mondays: Google Docs & Sheets - a computer class
Mon, Jun 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Mon, Jun 09, 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, Jun 09, 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, Jun 09, 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, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Frosted Cookie Day @ DeMott Lane - ages 5-12 years
Mon, Jun 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Let's all frost & decorate a real sugar cookie for National Frosted Cookie Day. Yummy cookies go home to enjoy! FOOD ALLERGY WARNING: Real sugar cookies, frosting and sprinkles will be used.
Move, Breathe, Meditate @ Franklin Park Branch
Mon, Jun 09, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Learn how to start your meditation journey.
Storytime Adventures @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Stories, rhymes and a craft for little ones!
STAY & PLAY FUN! @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years
Tue, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us as we hear Butterfly Stories on June 3 and celebrate author, Maurice Sendak's birthday on June 10!
Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Group - For Caregivers
Tue, Jun 10, 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, Jun 10, 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, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Once Upon A Time: Storytime @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-5 years old
Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Traditional 30-minute storytime with stories, songs & rhymes. Themes for June: 6/4: author Richard Scarry's birthday. 6/11: Food. 6/18: Juneteenth stories. 6/25: author Eric Carle's birthday.
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Wed, Jun 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn how to start your meditation journey.
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jun 11, 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, Jun 11, 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!
Spanish Conversation Class
Wed, Jun 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Practice speaking with other learners!
This event is full
LEGO Club @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 5-12 years
Wed, Jun 11, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us at the Franklin Park Branch for LEGO Club!
Decorate a Paper Star for our Children's Room @ DeMott Lane - all ages
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Stop in between 6:00-6:30pm to decorate a paper star to hang on our large windows for summer in the Children's Room at DeMott Lane!
PreK Surprise Craft @ DeMott Lane - Craft Program for Ages 3-5 Years
Thu, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Families work together to make a craft! (while supplies last)
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jun 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
FTPL @ Home - 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.
Patriotic Watercolors @ Lewis Street branch - all ages welcome!
Thu, Jun 12, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Lewis Street Branch
Create a patriotic masterpiece using the library's watercolor paints, brushes and watercolor paper. Tutorial on how to paint a watercolor American flag will be shown.
Tinker Time @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 5-12 years
Thu, Jun 12, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us for a STEM activity!
Squeeze the Day: Ketchup Day! @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 + up
Thu, Jun 12, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Watch what happens to the magical ketchup packet.. is it magic or science? Make a fun paper craft while learning all about ketchup in this STEM program.
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 3 years old
Thu, Jun 12, 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 & Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years
Fri, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Young children with parent/caregiver will enjoy this active rhyme storytime program... including a simple story!
Sewing Class for Adults
Fri, Jun 13, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Over the course of two, two-hour sessions, adults will learn the basics of using a sewing machine and walk away with an item they made themselves!
This event is full
Movie Matinee: The Unbreakable Boy (2025)
Fri, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Rated PG. Running Time: 1 hour, 49 minutes.
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Sat, Jun 14, 10:00am - 1:00pm
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.
Second Saturday Book Club - The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
Sat, Jun 14, 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!
Jigsaw Puzzle Competition - All Ages
Sat, Jun 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Who's the fastest jigsaw puzzler in Franklin Township? Work in teams of 2-4 people to see if your team is the fastest in the town!
This event is full
Pet Loss Support Group
Sun, Jun 15, 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.
Just Grillin' It ! @ DeMott Lane - all ages
Sun, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Make a paper card for dad or any other important person in your life!
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Traditional storytime with stories, songs, rhymes & musical instruments like shakers & bells.
Megabyte Mondays: Introduction to Gmail - a computer class
Mon, Jun 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Mon, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 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: Clay Pinch Pots @ DeMott Lane - ages 6-12 years
Mon, Jun 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Learn the fun of working with Crayola Air Dry Clay while sculpting a little pinch pot to take home. Dress for Mess.
Build & Play @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Fun with blocks!
Take & Make Butterfly Craft @ DeMott Lane - for ages 2-5 years
Tue, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Families are invited to make a craft and socialize together. (while supplies last)
Juneteenth Quilt Take & Make Craft @ Lewis Street branch - all ages
Tue, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Lewis Street Branch
Pick up a kit to create a Juneteenth paper quilt and learn about how history was preserved and commemorated through crafting.
Ageless Grace
Tue, Jun 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
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, Jun 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Franklin Township Astronomy Club
Tue, Jun 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Attend their monthly meeting!
Once Upon A Time: Storytime @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-5 years old
Wed, Jun 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Traditional 30-minute storytime with stories, songs & rhymes. Themes for June: 6/4: author Richard Scarry's birthday. 6/11: Food. 6/18: Juneteenth stories. 6/25: author Eric Carle's birthday.
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jun 18, 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, Jun 18, 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!
Spanish Conversation Class
Wed, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Practice speaking with other learners!
This event is full
Teen Kindness Club
Wed, Jun 18, 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 be sure to register.
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Jun 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
Garden to Table - a virtual cooking class with Vanessa from Thirsty Radish
Wed, Jun 18, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Watch Vanessa from Thirsty Radish work in her kitchen, from yours!
Head Shoulders Knees & Toes @ DeMott Lane - ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 years
Thu, Jun 19, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
30-min storytime with stories, songs & rhymes!
Fun on the Farm @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 + up
Thu, Jun 19, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Let's make a fun farm animal craft and learn about agriculture in Somerset County. Take home an activity book and trading cards, too!
Teen Crochet Club - Learn to Crochet with us!
Thu, Jun 19, 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.
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 3 years old
Thu, Jun 19, 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!
All Branches Closed
Fri, Jun 20, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 1:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical 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.
Bobbin Lacemaking
Sat, Jun 21, 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.
Drop-In Scratch Art @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 + up
Sun, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Stop by to scratch off a colorful masterpiece!
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Jun 23, 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, Jun 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Traditional storytime with stories, songs, rhymes & musical instruments like shakers & bells.
Megabyte Mondays: Google Calendar and Google Keep - a computer class
Mon, Jun 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Mon, Jun 23, 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!
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Jun 23, 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, Jun 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Adopt A Warm Fuzzy @ DeMott Lane - all ages
Mon, Jun 23, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Adopt a warm fuzzy friend to read to all summer! Fuzzies are for you to take home & keep. Available during library hours all week (while supplies last) starting on Monday June 23 at 5pm!
Storytime Adventures @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Stories, rhymes and a craft for little ones!
Book Beat: a musical storytime @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years
Tue, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
A musical storytime with instruments! We'll be singing stories, rhymes and moving to groovy songs!
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Jun 24, 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, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Once Upon A Time: Storytime @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-5 years old
Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Traditional 30-minute storytime with stories, songs & rhymes. Themes for June: 6/4: author Richard Scarry's birthday. 6/11: Food. 6/18: Juneteenth stories. 6/25: author Eric Carle's birthday.
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Jun 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
Tapping Away Stress
Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn "Emotional Freedom Techniques" or "tapping" to help reduce stress and gain control of your emotions.
Sit n' Stitch @ Franklin Park Branch
Wed, Jun 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Share your current projects with fellow crafters!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 2:40pm
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, Jun 25, 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!
Spanish Conversation Class
Wed, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Practice speaking with other learners!
This event is full
Book Bingo - Summer Reading Challenge Kickoff!
Wed, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Kids and Teens are invited to come play bingo to get stocked for summer reading! All of the prizes are free books! Recommended for ages 6 - 18.
Paint and Sip
Wed, Jun 25, 4:30pm - 6:05pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Adults are welcome to join us to paint a canvas and enjoy (non-alcoholic!) beverages.
This event is full
Meeting: Library Board of Trustees
Wed, Jun 25, 5:45pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public are welcome.
Book Club: Wonder @ DeMott Lane - grades 3-6
Wed, Jun 25, 6:15pm - 6:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Discussion & activities about the book WONDER by R.J. Palacio which tells the story of Auggie, a boy with extreme differences trying to fit in.
PreK Surprise Craft @ DeMott Lane - Craft Program for Ages 3-5 Years
Thu, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Families work together to make a craft! (while supplies last)
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
FTPL @ Home - 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.
Book Club for Adults: Poetry @ Lewis Street branch - adults
Thu, Jun 26, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Lewis Street Branch
Join our new Book Club for Adults! A friendly spot to connect & share ideas over literature. This month, we will discuss Nikki Giovanni's iconic poetry.
Book Bingo! - Summer Reading Challenge Kickoff!
Thu, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Kids, Teens and Adults are invited to play! Get stocked up for Summer Reading since all the prizes are free books! Recommended for ages 8 - 108.
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 3 years old
Thu, Jun 26, 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!
Book Bingo for ages 8 + @ DeMott Lane - ages 8 + years
Thu, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us as we kickoff summer with a Book Bingo where all the prizes are books! (note: Book Bingo for all ages of kids is our kickoff at Lewis Street branch and all are invited on Mon, 6/30 at 10:30am!
Rhythm & Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years
Fri, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Young children with parent/caregiver will enjoy this active rhyme storytime program... including a simple story!
Move, Breathe, Meditate @ Franklin Park Branch
Fri, Jun 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Learn how to start your meditation journey.
Movie Matinee: Black Bag (2025)
Fri, Jun 27, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Rated R. 1 hour, 33 minutes.
Book Bingo - Summer Reading Challenge Kickoff!
Fri, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Adults are invited to come play bingo for a chance to win free books!
Tall Tales Fun! @ DeMott Lane - all ages
Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Stop by to celebrate Paul Bunyan's birthday with some self-directed activities!
Tall Tales Fun! @ LEWIS STREET - all ages
Sat, Jun 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Lewis Street Branch
Stop by to celebrate Paul Bunyan's birthday with some self-directed activities!
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Kickoff to Summer Reading! @ Lewis Street branch - all ages: preschoolers to seniors
Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
All ages (adults, teens, tweens & children) are invited to join us for some fun activities and a story as we kickoff our Summer Reading Challenge: Color Our World!
Megabyte Mondays: Online Shopping & Security - a computer class
Mon, Jun 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months
Mon, Jun 30, 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!
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Jun 30, 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, Jun 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
Coloring Storm! @ DeMott Lane - all ages
Mon, Jun 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Fun for the whole family! Enjoy an evening of coloring and socializing. Use our coloring supplies during this drop-in program!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jul 02, 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.
Spanish Conversation Class
Wed, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Practice speaking with other learners!
This event is full
All Branches Closed
Fri, Jul 04, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 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, Jul 08, 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, Jul 08, 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, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jul 09, 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, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
FTPL @ Home - 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.
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 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, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Franklin Township Astronomy Club
Tue, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Attend their monthly meeting!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jul 16, 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.
Bobbin Lacemaking
Sat, Jul 19, 10:30am - 1:30pm
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, Jul 20, 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.
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Jul 21, 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, Jul 21, 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, Jul 22, 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, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Wed, Jul 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn how to start your meditation journey.
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jul 23, 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, Jul 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
FTPL @ Home - 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.
Zumbini & 1000 Books Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-5 years with caregiver
Thu, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for a few Night Rhymes & a lot of Zumbini dancing with your little one. And.. a free book for all families who are in, or sign up for, our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten literacy initiative!
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Jul 28, 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, Jul 28, 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, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Jul 30, 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.
Movie Matinee (with Popcorn!) Snow White @ DeMott Lane - all ages - rated G - 1937 Disney classic
Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Bring your lunch and a blanket to spread out your picnic! We supply the popcorn and the movie! On Thursday afternoon July 31, we will be watching Snow White (1937 Disney classic - rated G).
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