Name: Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane
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Location: DeMott Lane Branch

Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane

intermediate & advanced levels

2025-07-29 18:30:00 2025-07-29 19:30:00 America/New_York Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane Drop-in to play a friendly, lightly-competitive game against other chess lovers and share tips and strategies! DeMott Lane Branch -

Tuesday, July 29
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-29 18:30:00 2025-07-29 19:30:00 America/New_York Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane Drop-in to play a friendly, lightly-competitive game against other chess lovers and share tips and strategies! DeMott Lane Branch -

DeMott Lane Branch

Drop-in to play a friendly, lightly-competitive game against other chess lovers and share tips and strategies!

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Games/Contest |

TAGS: | children's | children | chess |

DeMott Lane Branch

Hours

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 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

New venue DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room

Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.

Meeting: Library Board of Trustees

Wed, Jun 18, 5:45pm - 7:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public are welcome.

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.

This event is full

Drop-in Mahjong

Tue, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room

Come play Mahjong at the library!

Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - intermediate & advanced players

Tue, Jun 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for lightly-competitive chess to meet other players and learn strategies.

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

Rescheduled

Meeting: Library Board of Trustees

Wed, Jun 25, 5:45pm - 7:00pm

New date Wednesday, June 18, 5:45pm - 7:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch

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!

Summer Reading Kickoff! @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-12 years

Tue, Jul 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us as we kickoff Summer Reading outdoors with crafts, games & more! On the lawn outside the library! (if rain, event moves indoors)

Crafty Creations @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 11 years

Tue, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Design your own puzzle!

Drop-in Mahjong

Tue, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room

Come play Mahjong at the library!

Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - intermediate & advanced levels

Tue, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Drop-in to play a friendly, lightly-competitive game against other chess lovers and share tips and strategies!

Crafty Creations @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 11 years

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Make your own straw rocket!

Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 12:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room,Media Room

Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.

Color Our Library Stay & Play @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-5 years

Wed, Jul 02, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Let's sing & hear stories about colors during this fun program then play with new friends! 7/2 Red, 7/9 Orange, 7/16 Yellow, 7/23 Green, 7/30 Blue, 8/6 Purple. Wear color of day & match the librarian!

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.

Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months

Wed, Jul 02, 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, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room

Practice speaking with other learners!

This event is full

Beach Ball Bingo & Boggle @ Lewis Street branch - all ages!

Wed, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Lewis Street Branch

Join us for a round or two of BINGO followed by a round of BOGGLE where all the prizes are... beach balls!

Vacation Creations @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-11 years

Thu, Jul 03, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Families work together to create a summer craft based on a story!

All Branches Closed

Fri, Jul 04, All day

DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room

All Branches Closed

Color A Mini-Tote craft @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 years + up

Sun, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

We supply the bags and the markers -- you decorate a colorful bag to take home! (while supplies last)

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!

Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street branch - ages 0-5 years

Mon, Jul 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lewis Street Branch

Join us every Monday in July for a storytime filled with stories, rhymes, puppets, musical instruments and songs!

Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months

Mon, Jul 07, 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!

STEAM STAY MONDAYS @ DeMott Lane - ages 6-12 years

Mon, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for some STEAM activities... then stay for Reading Buddies (children read with a teen!) 7/7 Paper Sculptures, 7/14 Legos, 7/21 Watercolors, 7/28 Coloring Craze, 8/4 Lego Cup, 8/11 Linkers

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.

Join our Village: Becoming a Foster or Adoptive Parent

Mon, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

Have you thought about foster care and adoption but aren't sure what steps to take? Come speak with a DCF representative and get more information!

Skittles Painting @ DeMott Lane - ages 5-12 years

Mon, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 6:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

You've tasted the rainbow, now try to paint with it! Learn how to use skittles as colorful watercolor paints. Messy sticky artistic fun!

Move, Breathe, Meditate @ Franklin Park Branch

Mon, Jul 07, 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, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

"Scribble Time" is an introduction to crayons, glue and more for little ones.

Ocean Stay & Play Days @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years

Tue, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Ocean Stay & Play Days! Hear a story, sing a song and stay to play with new friends! Socialize and use our in-house toys. 7/8: Beach-themed stories. 7/29: Pirates, Moana & Little Mermaid-themed.

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.

This event is full

Drop-in Mahjong

Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room

Come play Mahjong at the library!

Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - intermediate & advanced levels

Tue, Jul 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Drop-in to play a friendly, lightly-competitive game against other chess lovers and share tips and strategies!

Color Our Library Stay & Play @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-5 years

Wed, Jul 09, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

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.

Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months

Wed, Jul 09, 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: Franklin Food Bank @ Lewis Street branch - all ages

Wed, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Lewis Street Branch

All ages can help a local non-profit organization this summer by participating in our group project! Students will earn a certificate of 30 mins of Community Service.

LEGO Club @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 5-12 years

Wed, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Join us at the Franklin Park Branch for LEGO Club!

Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane

Wed, Jul 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room

Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.

The Story of the Titanic

Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1

Historian Greg Caggiano will share the story of the Titanic, from its construction to why it sank.

Vacation Creations @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-11 years

Thu, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Families work together to create a summer craft based on a story!

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.

Afternoon Art Club @ Franklin Park Branch

Thu, Jul 10, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

We'll explore a different art form each month.

Garden of Color @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 years + up

Thu, Jul 10, 5:30pm - 6:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Design a paper flower garden using cupcake liners & layering patterns.

Teen Chess

Thu, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

Come hang out and play some friendly games of chess! We’ll meet one Thursday night each month. Open to students ages 12-17

Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 3 years old

Thu, Jul 10, 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, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for a fun program of singing, dancing & rhyming!

Rescheduled

ESL Conversation Class @ Lewis Street branch - Teens & Adults

Sat, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

New date Saturday, July 19, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Lewis Street Branch

Teens & Adults are welcome to join us for a relaxed conversation group in English!

My Colorful Town @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 years & up

Sun, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 2:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Create a paper bag house in celebration of National Paperbag Day!

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!

Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street branch - ages 0-5 years

Mon, Jul 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lewis Street Branch

Join us every Monday in July for a storytime filled with stories, rhymes, puppets, musical instruments and songs!

Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months

Mon, Jul 14, 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!

STEAM STAY MONDAYS @ DeMott Lane - ages 6-12 years

Mon, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for some STEAM activities... then stay for Reading Buddies (children read with a teen!) 7/7 Paper Sculptures, 7/14 Legos, 7/21 Watercolors, 7/28 Coloring Craze, 8/4 Lego Cup, 8/11 Linkers

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.

Sensory Storytime @ DeMott Lane - all ages with sensory needs

Mon, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 6:45pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for our Sensory Storytime! Use our visual schedule, space to pace and sensory toys as we share favorite colors and hear stories and songs.

Storytime Adventures @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years

Tue, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Stories, rhymes and a craft for little ones!

Ageless Grace

Tue, Jul 15, 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.

Watercolor Painting @ Lewis Street Branch - all ages!

Tue, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Lewis Street Branch

Create a masterpiece using the library's watercolor paints, brushes and watercolor paper.

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!

Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - intermediate & advanced levels

Tue, Jul 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Drop-in to play a friendly, lightly-competitive game against other chess lovers and share tips and strategies!

Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane

Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 12:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room

Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.

Color Our Library Stay & Play @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-5 years

Wed, Jul 16, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

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.

Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months

Wed, Jul 16, 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!

Crochet Club for all ages @ Lewis Street branch - all ages

Wed, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Lewis Street Branch

Beginners are welcome to join us to learn how to crochet. More advanced crafters can work on their projects as we share ideas! Library will supply hooks to use during the program.

Teen Kindness Club

Wed, Jul 16, 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.

Vacation Creations @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-11 years

Thu, Jul 17, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Families work together to create a summer craft based on a story!

Teens Learn to Sew

Thu, Jul 17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Learn to machine sew while making a drawstring backpack! Participants must be able to attend both dates - July 17 & July 24. Open to students ages 12-17. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Teen Crochet Club - Learn to Crochet with us!

Thu, Jul 17, 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, Jul 17, 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, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for a fun program of singing, dancing & rhyming!

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.

ESL Conversation Class @ Lewis Street branch - Teens & Adults

Sat, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Lewis Street Branch

Teens & Adults are welcome to join us for a relaxed conversation group in English!

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!

Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street branch - ages 0-5 years

Mon, Jul 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lewis Street Branch

Join us every Monday in July for a storytime filled with stories, rhymes, puppets, musical instruments and songs!

Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months

Mon, Jul 21, 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!

STEAM STAY MONDAYS @ DeMott Lane - ages 6-12 years

Mon, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for some STEAM activities... then stay for Reading Buddies (children read with a teen!) 7/7 Paper Sculptures, 7/14 Legos, 7/21 Watercolors, 7/28 Coloring Craze, 8/4 Lego Cup, 8/11 Linkers

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.

Beach Ball Take & Make @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years

Tue, Jul 22, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us to make a simple, summery beach ball craft. (while supplies last)

Exciting Discoveries in Art History

Tue, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

Explore the stories of several different important & valuable works of art that were discovered in unexpected places with art historian Mallory Mortillaro, who discovered a lost Rodin sculpture in NJ.

All Together Now: Franklin Animal Shelter

Tue, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

We will be making cat toys for the cats at the animal shelter, and thank you cards for the staff and volunteers of the animal shelter. Participating kids will receive a half-hour service certificate.

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.

This event is full

Drop-in Mahjong

Tue, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room

Come play Mahjong at the library!

Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - intermediate & advanced levels

Tue, Jul 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Drop-in to play a friendly, lightly-competitive game against other chess lovers and share tips and strategies!

Color Our Library Stay & Play @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-5 years

Wed, Jul 23, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

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.

Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months

Wed, Jul 23, 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!

LEGO Club @ Lewis Street branch - all ages!

Wed, Jul 23, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

Lewis Street Branch

Make freestyle creations with our colorful Legos!

Succulent Paint and Sip

Wed, Jul 23, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

Adults are welcome to join us to paint a succulent canvas and enjoy (non-alcoholic!) beverages.

Registration opens Tuesday, July 1 2025 at 10:15am

Vacation Creations @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-11 years

Thu, Jul 24, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Families work together to create a summer craft based on a story!

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.

Teens Learn to Sew

Thu, Jul 24, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Learn to machine sew while making a drawstring backpack! Participants must be able to attend both dates - July 17 & July 24. Open to students ages 12-17. Space is limited. Registration is required.

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!

Puzzle Building Contest - Teen Games

Thu, Jul 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Work in teams to see who can build a jigsaw puzzle the fastest. Prizes awarded! Open to students ages 12-17. Please be sure to register.

Rhythm & Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-4 years

Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for a fun program of singing, dancing & rhyming!

Move, Breathe, Meditate @ Franklin Park Branch

Fri, Jul 25, 11:00am - 11:45am

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Learn how to start your meditation journey.

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!

Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street branch - ages 0-5 years

Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Lewis Street Branch

Join us every Monday in July for a storytime filled with stories, rhymes, puppets, musical instruments and songs!

Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months

Mon, Jul 28, 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!

STEAM STAY MONDAYS @ DeMott Lane - ages 6-12 years

Mon, Jul 28, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for some STEAM activities... then stay for Reading Buddies (children read with a teen!) 7/7 Paper Sculptures, 7/14 Legos, 7/21 Watercolors, 7/28 Coloring Craze, 8/4 Lego Cup, 8/11 Linkers

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.

Storytime Adventures @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years

Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Stories, rhymes and a craft for little ones!

Ocean Stay & Play Days @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years

Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Ocean Stay & Play Days! Hear a story, sing a song and stay to play with new friends! Socialize and use our in-house toys. 7/8: Beach-themed stories. 7/29: Pirates, Moana & Little Mermaid-themed.

Colorful Suncatchers @ Lewis Street branch - all ages

Tue, Jul 29, 3:30pm - 4:00pm

Lewis Street Branch

Paint a traditional suncatcher or create one with glue and crepe paper squares! It's your choice! Both versions will be available at our Suncatcher Stations!

Tinker Time @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 5-12 years

Tue, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Join us for a STEM activity!

Drop-in Mahjong

Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room

Come play Mahjong at the library!

Phone Charm Bracelets - Teen Craft!

Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

Open to students ages 12-17. Please register.

Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - intermediate & advanced levels

Tue, Jul 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Drop-in to play a friendly, lightly-competitive game against other chess lovers and share tips and strategies!

Color Our Library Stay & Play @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-5 years

Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Sit n' Stitch @ Franklin Park Branch

Wed, Jul 30, 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Share your current projects with fellow crafters!

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.

Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months

Wed, Jul 30, 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!

Colorful Calligraphy & Nail Art @ Lewis Street branch - teens & adults

Wed, Jul 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Lewis Street Branch

Teens and adults are welcome to join us to learn two new creative skills: basic calligraphy and Nail Art both using our library supplies!

Vacation Creations @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-11 years

Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Families work together to create a summer craft based on a story!

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).

Balloon Animal Workshop! - Teen Craft!

Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

We'll learn to make a balloon animal and hat! Open to students ages 12-17. Please register.

Adult DIY: Drink Coasters

Thu, Jul 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Make four unique drink coasters to keep, or giveaway! Registration is required. Registration will begin on Monday, July 7 at 10:15am.This is an adult only program.

Registration opens Monday, July 7 2025 at 10:15am

Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 3 years old

Thu, Jul 31, 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, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for a fun program of singing, dancing & rhyming!

Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years

Mon, Aug 04, 10:30am - 10:45am

Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room

Rhymes and a story for little ones!

Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months

Mon, Aug 04, 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!

STEAM STAY MONDAYS @ DeMott Lane - ages 6-12 years

Mon, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for some STEAM activities... then stay for Reading Buddies (children read with a teen!) 7/7 Paper Sculptures, 7/14 Legos, 7/21 Watercolors, 7/28 Coloring Craze, 8/4 Lego Cup, 8/11 Linkers

Drop-in Chess for Adults

Mon, Aug 04, 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, Aug 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1

New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice.

Four-Part Drawing Course

Tue, Aug 05, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

Adult

Registration opens Friday, July 18 2025 at 10:15am

Drop-in Mahjong

Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room

Come play Mahjong at the library!

Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - intermediate & advanced levels

Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Drop-in to play a friendly, lightly-competitive game against other chess lovers and share tips and strategies!

Color Our Library Stay & Play @ DeMott Lane - ages 0-5 years

Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Zumba Gold + Pilates

Wed, Aug 06, 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, Aug 06, 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!

Vacation Creations @ DeMott Lane - ages 3-11 years

Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Families work together to create a summer craft based on a story!

Movie Matinee (with Popcorn!) Tinkerbell @ DeMott Lane - all ages - rated G - 2008 Disney

Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

Join us to watch Disney's tale of Tinkerbell and her colorful fairy friends! Rated G. Running time: 1 hour 14 mins. Bring a lunch and a blanket or towel for an indoor picnic! No rain, heat or ants!

Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 3 years old

Thu, Aug 07, 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, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:00am

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for a fun program of singing, dancing & rhyming!

Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 18 months

Mon, Aug 11, 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!

STEAM STAY MONDAYS @ DeMott Lane - ages 6-12 years

Mon, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 3:30pm

DeMott Lane Branch

Join us for some STEAM activities... then stay for Reading Buddies (children read with a teen!) 7/7 Paper Sculptures, 7/14 Legos, 7/21 Watercolors, 7/28 Coloring Craze, 8/4 Lego Cup, 8/11 Linkers

Drop-in Chess for Adults

Mon, Aug 11, 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, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1

New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice.

Rescheduled

Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Group - For Caregivers

Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

New date Tuesday, August 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch

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.

Four-Part Drawing Course

Tue, Aug 12, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

Adult

Registration opens Friday, July 18 2025 at 10:15am

Tai Chi for Beginners

Tue, Aug 12, 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.

This event is full

Drop-in Mahjong

Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm