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Bone Up Your Health

presented by the Somerset County Department of Health
2026-04-14 11:00:00 2026-04-14 12:00:00 America/New_York Bone Up Your Health Learn important information to help your bones as they age. DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

Tuesday, April 14
11:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-14 11:00:00 2026-04-14 12:00:00 America/New_York Bone Up Your Health Learn important information to help your bones as they age. DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

DeMott Lane Branch

Community Room

Learn important information to help your bones as they age.

Learn to recognize risk factors for osteoporosis and fractures, adopt lifestyle changes to prevent osteoporosis, understand the daily calcium needs for healthy strong bones, and explore ways to prevent falls.

A presentation from the HealthEASE Health Education Curriculum from NJ Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services. Vitis the Somerset County Department of Health website here.

Registration is appreciated but not required to attend!

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Lecture | Health & Wellness |

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DeMott Lane Branch
Phone: 732-873-8700
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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

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Megabyte Mondays: Topics in Microsoft Word - a computer class
Mon, Mar 09, 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, Mar 09, 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, Mar 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!
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street - ages 0-5 years old with caregiver
Mon, Mar 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Join us for stories and rhymes and songs... & musical instruments like shakers and drums! Note: Monday March 16 will be the start of our Maker Week and our storytime focus will be Tinker Tots!
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Mon, Mar 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.
Cancelled
Watercolor Painting Class
Mon, Mar 09, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Adults are welcome to join us to paint, with instruction from Jenn of Art Sink.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Mar 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. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Mar 09, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Night Before Mario Day! @ DeMott Lane - ages 5-12 years old
Mon, Mar 09, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Celebrate Mario Day! Create a Mario-themed craft and chat about your favorite video game hero.
Storytime Adventures @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Stories, rhymes and a craft for little ones!
Mr Potato Head Stay and Play @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years
Tue, Mar 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us to have fun with our potato heads... then stay to play & socialize with new friends and our other great learning toys!
Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Group for Caregivers
Tue, Mar 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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, Mar 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, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - novice & intermediate players
Tue, Mar 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly-competitive club to meet other chess players & share strategies. *novice knows chess rules and how to play a basic game of chess.
AARP Tax Assistance
Wed, Mar 11, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Mar 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
Once Upon A Time Storytime @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years old
Wed, Mar 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
A traditional half-hour themed storytime that includes stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities. 3/4: Silly Stuff, 3/11: Construction, 3/25: Colors. 3/18: Tinker Tots for Maker Week!
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Wed, Mar 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Meditate with us
Cancelled
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Cancelled
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Mar 11, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
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, Mar 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!
Teen Kindness Club
Wed, Mar 11, 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.
Pokemon Card Swap @ Lewis Street - all ages welcome but geared for 10-18 year olds
Wed, Mar 11, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lewis Street Branch
Bring a card... take a card! Gotta collect 'em all!
Robot Scratch Art @ DeMott Lane - ages 5-12 years old
Wed, Mar 11, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Use our tools to scratch on our special Robot designed paper. Watch the rainbow colors appear! (while supplies last)
Do More With Your Library Card
Wed, Mar 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join our programming librarian as she explains how to access some of the many resources available to library cardholders, including Hoopla, Kanopy, Cloud Library, museum passes, and more.
AARP Tax Assistance
Thu, Mar 12, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Playful Art: Fingerpainting @ DeMott Lane - ages 18-36 months
Thu, Mar 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Toddlers experience fingerpainting during this program which encourages art as a process not a project!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Mar 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Oopsie Daisy Craft @ DeMott Lane - ages 4 + up
Thu, Mar 12, 5:30pm - 6:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Decorate a daisy craft. Color your cheery flower as we giggle our way through an oopsie daisy scavenger hunt designed to find all the daisies!
Teen Crochet Club - Learn to Crochet with us! - at the Franklin Park Branch
Thu, Mar 12, 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 4 years old
Thu, Mar 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!
AARP Tax Assistance
Fri, Mar 13, 10:00am - 4:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
House Plant Basics
Fri, Mar 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Learn how to properly care for you house plants in this program presented by the Master Gardeners of Somerset County.
This event is full
Conversational English as a Second Language (ESL) Class
Sat, Mar 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Pet Loss Support Group
Sun, Mar 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.
Megabyte Mondays: Back up + Restore Your Phone/Computer - a computer class
Mon, Mar 16, 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, Mar 16, 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, Mar 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!
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street - ages 0-5 years old with caregiver
Mon, Mar 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Join us for stories and rhymes and songs... & musical instruments like shakers and drums! Note: Monday March 16 will be the start of our Maker Week and our storytime focus will be Tinker Tots!
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Mar 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. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Mar 16, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Ageless Grace
Tue, Mar 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.
Whimsical Watercolors @ Lewis Street - all ages welcome!
Tue, Mar 17, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Lewis Street Branch
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with an Irish-inspired whimsical watercolor painting. Create a masterpiece using the library's watercolor paints, brushes and watercolor paper.
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Mar 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Cancelled
Franklin Township Astronomy Club
Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Attend the club's monthly meeting!
Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - novice & intermediate players
Tue, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly-competitive club to meet other chess players & share strategies. *novice knows chess rules and how to play a basic game of chess.
AARP Tax Assistance
Wed, Mar 18, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Once Upon A Time Storytime @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years old
Wed, Mar 18, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
A traditional half-hour themed storytime that includes stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities. 3/4: Silly Stuff, 3/11: Construction, 3/25: Colors. 3/18: Tinker Tots for Maker Week!
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Mar 18, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - 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, Mar 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!
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Mar 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
The Same Principle Lives in Us: a virtual history lecture - People of African Descent in the American Revolution
Wed, Mar 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
Presented by an educator from the Museum of the American Revolution.
AARP Tax Assistance
Thu, Mar 19, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Rescheduled
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Thu, Mar 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
New date Monday, March 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Meditate with us
B.Y.O.C Bring Your Own Craft! @ Lewis Street - adult-oriented, families welcome
Thu, Mar 19, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Lewis Street Branch
A casual evening designed for crafters to make friends while working on personal hobbies away from home interruptions. Library supplies the calm, community environment -- you bring your craft!
Adult DIY: Beaded Succulents
Thu, Mar 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Create your own mini house plant out of beads!
This event is full
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 4 years old
Thu, Mar 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!
AARP Tax Assistance
Fri, Mar 20, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Move to Get F.I.T. - presented by the Somerset County Department of Health
Fri, Mar 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn the benefits of exercise for healthy aging.
Movie Matinee: Hamnet (2025)
Fri, Mar 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Rated PG-13. 2 hours, 5 minutes.
The Cranberry Lacemakers of Central New Jersey
Sat, Mar 21, 10:30am - 4:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience the dynamic, centuries-old technique of bobbin lace making.
Saturday Morning Book Club - The Light Pirate by Lily Brooks-Dalton
Sat, Mar 21, 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: Cloud Storage with MS365 & One Drive - a computer class
Mon, Mar 23, 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, Mar 23, 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, Mar 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!
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street - ages 0-5 years old with caregiver
Mon, Mar 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Join us for stories and rhymes and songs... & musical instruments like shakers and drums! Note: Monday March 16 will be the start of our Maker Week and our storytime focus will be Tinker Tots!
Craft Supply Swap Donation Drop-Off - donate your items during these times ONLY
Mon, Mar 23, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Thank you for donating to our 2026 craft swap!
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Mar 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. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Mar 23, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Craft Supply Swap Donation Drop-Off - donate your items during these times ONLY
Tue, Mar 24, 10:00am - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Thank you for donating to our 2026 craft swap!
Storytime Adventures @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Mar 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Stories, rhymes and a craft for little ones!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - novice & intermediate players
Tue, Mar 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly-competitive club to meet other chess players & share strategies. *novice knows chess rules and how to play a basic game of chess.
AARP Tax Assistance
Wed, Mar 25, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Craft Supply Swap Donation Drop-Off - donate your items during these times ONLY
Wed, Mar 25, 10:00am - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Thank you for donating to our 2026 craft swap!
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Mar 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
Once Upon A Time Storytime @ DeMott Lane - ages 2-5 years old
Wed, Mar 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
A traditional half-hour themed storytime that includes stories, songs, fingerplays and movement activities. 3/4: Silly Stuff, 3/11: Construction, 3/25: Colors. 3/18: Tinker Tots for Maker Week!
Sit n' Stitch @ Franklin Park Branch
Wed, Mar 25, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Share your current projects with fellow crafters!
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Mar 25, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - 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, Mar 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!
Meeting: Library Board of Trustees
Wed, Mar 25, 5:45pm - 8:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public are welcome.
AARP Tax Assistance
Thu, Mar 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Craft Supply Swap Donation Drop-Off - donate your items during these times ONLY
Thu, Mar 26, 10:00am - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Thank you for donating to our 2026 craft swap!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Mar 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Open Books, Open Minds: Historical Fiction Book Club
Thu, Mar 26, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
March's Selection: "The Flight Portfolio" by Julie Orringer
Night Rhymes @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 4 years old
Thu, Mar 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!
AARP Tax Assistance
Fri, Mar 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Craft Supply Swap Donation Drop-Off - donate your items during these times ONLY
Fri, Mar 27, 10:00am - 4:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Thank you for donating to our 2026 craft swap!
Craft Supply Swap
Sat, Mar 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A fun opportunity to get some new-to-you items for free, meet other crafters, and get new ideas.
Megabyte Mondays: Streaming TV Services - a computer class
Mon, Mar 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, Mar 30, 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, Mar 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!
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street - ages 0-5 years old with caregiver
Mon, Mar 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Join us for stories and rhymes and songs... & musical instruments like shakers and drums! Note: Monday March 16 will be the start of our Maker Week and our storytime focus will be Tinker Tots!
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Mon, Mar 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Meditate with us
A Pryce in Blood - A Pirate Murder Mystery Game for Teens - at the Franklin Park Branch
Mon, Mar 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Can you solve the crime? Or will you be the murderer? "Pirate" snacks will be served! Prizes awarded! Open to students ages 12-17. Please register for only 1 time slot.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Mar 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. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Mar 30, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
A Pryce in Blood - A Pirate Murder Mystery Game for Teens - at the Franklin Park Branch
Mon, Mar 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Can you solve the crime? Or will you be the murderer? "Pirate" snacks will be served! Prizes awarded! Open to students ages 12-17. Please register for only 1 time slot.
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Drop-In Chess for Kids @ DeMott Lane - novice & intermediate players
Tue, Mar 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly-competitive club to meet other chess players & share strategies. *novice knows chess rules and how to play a basic game of chess.
AARP Tax Assistance
Wed, Apr 01, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Apr 01, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
AARP Tax Assistance
Thu, Apr 02, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
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Fri, Apr 03, All day
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DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
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DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Programing Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
Megabyte Mondays: Microsoft Excel Series - a computer class
Mon, Apr 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Apr 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, Apr 06, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Apr 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
AARP Tax Assistance
Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Apr 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Apr 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
New Jersey Shipwrecks
Wed, Apr 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Shipwreck diver Dan Lieb will present on nearly 300 years of shipwreck activity in New Jersey waters.
AARP Tax Assistance
Thu, Apr 09, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Apr 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
AARP Tax Assistance
Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 5:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Megabyte Mondays: Microsoft Excel Series - a computer class
Mon, Apr 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Apr 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, Apr 13, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Jewelry Class: Bird’s Nest Pendants
Mon, Apr 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn to work with craft wire and beads to form your own hand-crafted bird’s nest pendant.
Registration opens Wednesday, April 1 2026 at 10:15am
Bone Up Your Health - presented by the Somerset County Department of Health
Tue, Apr 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn important information to help your bones as they age.
Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Group for Caregivers
Tue, Apr 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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, Apr 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, Apr 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
AARP Tax Assistance
Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 1:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
To make an appointment, call (908) 541-5710.
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Wed, Apr 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Meditate with us
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Apr 15, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Apr 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
The Cranberry Lacemakers of Central New Jersey
Sat, Apr 18, 10:30am - 4:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Experience the dynamic, centuries-old technique of bobbin lace making.
Pet Loss Support Group
Sun, Apr 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.
Megabyte Mondays: Microsoft Excel Series - a computer class
Mon, Apr 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Apr 20, 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, Apr 20, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
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Franklin Township Astronomy Club
Tue, Apr 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Attend the club's monthly meeting!
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Apr 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Apr 22, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Meeting: Library Board of Trustees
Wed, Apr 22, 5:45pm - 8:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public are welcome.
Protect Franklin Township’s Night Sky - presented by the Franklin Township Astronomy Club
Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Learn about light pollution, the environmental impact of artificial light at night, and how to reduce light pollution in your neighborhood.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Apr 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.
Megabyte Mondays: Microsoft Excel Series - a computer class
Mon, Apr 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, Apr 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, Apr 27, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Apr 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.
Registration opens Thursday, March 19 2026 at 6:00pm
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, Apr 29, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Move, Breathe, Meditate
Thu, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Meditate with us
Megabyte Mondays: Introduction to PowerPoint - a computer class
Mon, May 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
All Levels Yoga
Mon, May 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. 
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, May 04, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, May 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates
Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
Zumba Gold + Chair Pilates (Virtual)
Wed, May 06, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
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