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Teen Silent Scavenger Hunt
2022-02-12 14:00:00 2022-02-12 15:00:00 America/New_York Teen Silent Scavenger Hunt Join us & see how many items on the list you can find! Prizes awarded! DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

Saturday, February 12
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-02-12 14:00:00 2022-02-12 15:00:00 America/New_York Teen Silent Scavenger Hunt Join us & see how many items on the list you can find! Prizes awarded! DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room

DeMott Lane Branch

Community Room

Join us & see how many items on the list you can find! Prizes awarded!

 Registration is required. Program is open to teens ages 12-17. Masks must be properly worn at all times while in the library. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Games/Contest |

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DeMott Lane Branch
Phone: 732-873-8700
Hours

DeMott Lane Branch

Today's hours

We're open 1:00PM to 4:00PM

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

Fall Harvest Craft: Acorns & Pumpkins @ DeMott Lane - all ages
Sun, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Come decorate wooden acorn and pumpkin ornaments! A great gift at Thanksgiving for a child to give to a loved one.
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Bitty Babies (Lapsit Rhymes) @ DeMott Lane - ages newborn to 12 months
Mon, Nov 25, 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!
Megabyte Mondays: Google Docs and Sheets - a computer class
Mon, Nov 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Nov 25, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
First Steps Basic English - Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County and GRWDB ESL course
Mon, Nov 25, 5:50pm - 7:50pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A basic ESL class.
Recycled Book Flowers - Teen Craft
Mon, Nov 25, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Open to students ages 12-17. Please register.
Storytime @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us for stories, rhymes and a craft.
Potato Head Fun @ DeMott Lane - all ages
Tue, Nov 26, 10:30am - 11:00am
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us to play with our collection of potato head friends (baby, kids, mom, dad, grandparents) and their clothes and body parts as you make new friends!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Chess Club for Kids @ DeMott Lane - for intermediate and advanced players
Tue, Nov 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for a lightly-competitive, fun club to meet other chess players and share strategies.
Tech-Help @ DeMott Lane
Wed, Nov 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Stop by for help with easy tech related questions. Registration is required.
Cancelled
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Nov 27, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Join us for this fun combo class that can be done sitting or standing.
All Branches Closed
Thu, Nov 28, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Reading Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
All Branches Closed
Fri, Nov 29, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Reading Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Megabyte Mondays: Introduction Gmail - a computer class
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street - ages 0-5 years
Mon, Dec 02, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Join us for a traditional 30-min storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and musical instruments like shakers and tambourines! Mon Dec 9 will be a Jingle Jingle Seasonal Storytime featuring holidays!
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Dec 02, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
First Steps Basic English - Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County and GRWDB ESL course
Mon, Dec 02, 5:50pm - 7:50pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A basic ESL class.
Adult DIY: Card Making Workshop - Adults
Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us for a festive card making workshop!
This event is full
Scribble Time @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 1 - 4 Years
Tue, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
"Scribble Time" is an introduction to crayons, glue and more for little ones.
Tai Chi for Beginners
Tue, Dec 03, 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, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Adult DIY: Card Making Workshop - Adults
Wed, Dec 04, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us for a festive card making workshop!
This event is full
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Dec 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.
First Steps Basic English - Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County and GRWDB ESL course
Wed, Dec 04, 5:50pm - 7:50pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A basic ESL class.
Afternoon Art Club @ Franklin Park Branch
Thu, Dec 05, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
We'll explore a different art form each month.
Teen Chess Club
Thu, Dec 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
Movie Matinee: It Ends With Us (2024)
Fri, Dec 06, 2:00pm - 4:10pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Rated PG-13. 2 hours, 11 minutes.
ESL Conversation Class @ Lewis Street branch - adults and teens only
Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 11:45am
Lewis Street Branch
Join us for a free English As A Second Language conversation class on Saturday mornings at Lewis Street branch library (located within the Franklin Youth Center).
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Megabyte Mondays: Google Calendar and Google Keep - a computer class
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Monday Morning Storytime @ Lewis Street - ages 0-5 years
Mon, Dec 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Lewis Street Branch
Join us for a traditional 30-min storytime with stories, songs, rhymes and musical instruments like shakers and tambourines! Mon Dec 9 will be a Jingle Jingle Seasonal Storytime featuring holidays!
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Dec 09, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
First Steps Basic English - Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County and GRWDB ESL course
Mon, Dec 09, 5:50pm - 7:50pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A basic ESL class.
Move, Breathe, Meditate @ Franklin Park Branch
Mon, Dec 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, Dec 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Stories, rhymes and a craft for little ones!
Alzheimer’s New Jersey Family Support Group - for caregivers
Tue, Dec 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.
Watercolor Workshop @ Lewis Street branch - all ages
Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Lewis Street Branch
Create a masterpiece using the library's watercolor paints, brushes and watercolor paper!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Festive Holiday Gatherings - a virtual cooking class with Vanessa from Thirsty Radish
Tue, Dec 10, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
Watch our instructor prepare recipes in her kitchen, from yours!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Dec 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.
Winter "Paint and Sip"
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Adults are welcome to join us to paint an autumn-themed canvas and enjoy seasonal (non-alcoholic!) beverages.
Registration opens Monday, December 2 2024 at 10:15am
LEGO Club @ Franklin Park Branch
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us at the Franklin Park Branch for LEGO Club!
First Steps Basic English - Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County and GRWDB ESL course
Wed, Dec 11, 5:50pm - 7:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A basic ESL class.
Rescheduled
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New date Thursday, December 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
FTPL @ Home
This gentle class focuses on an exploration of basic yoga poses and how to connect them through attention to breathing, alignment and mindfulness.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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.
Chocolate Dippers - Teen Cooking
Thu, Dec 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Come prepared to make them and eat them! Open to students ages 12-17. Please register.
Meditation
Thu, Dec 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
Are you interested in trying meditation to reduce stress or calm your mind?
Adult DIY: Beginner Beading Class
Fri, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us for a fun and informative beginner beading class!
This event is full
Adult Craft: Holiday Gift Tags
Fri, Dec 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Make this craft with us!
Registration opens Monday, December 2 2024 at 10:15am
Pet Loss Support Group
Sun, Dec 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.
Merry MadLibs @ Lewis Street branch - ages 10-17 years
Mon, Dec 16, All day
Lewis Street Branch
Stop by the library to complete a seasonal MadLib during library hours while supplies last!
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Megabyte Mondays: Introduction to PowerPoint - a computer class
Mon, Dec 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Dec 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
First Steps Basic English - Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County and GRWDB ESL course
Mon, Dec 16, 5:50pm - 7:50pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A basic ESL class.
Build & Play @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 2 - 5 years
Tue, Dec 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us for a half hour of building with Duplos and Mega Blocks!
Ageless Grace
Tue, Dec 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.
Tai Chi for Beginners (Virtual)
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Virtual Events 1
Experience authentic Tai Chi training, also referred to as 'Meditation in Motion,' with Dr. Gang Huang.
Cancelled
Silent Book Club
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch
Bring your own book to read in a quiet, communal setting!
Drop-in Mahjong
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
Come play Mahjong at the library!
Franklin Township Astronomy Club Monthly Meeting
Tue, Dec 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Attend the monthly meeting!
Sit n' Stitch @ Franklin Park Branch
Wed, Dec 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Share your current projects with fellow crafters!
Zumba Gold + Pilates
Wed, Dec 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.
Teen Kindness Club
Wed, Dec 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 register!
3D Paper Snowflakes @ Lewis Street branch - ages 12-17 years
Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Lewis Street Branch
Learn how to craft a 3D paper snowflake!
Meeting: Library Board of Trustees
Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The public are welcome.
First Steps Basic English - Literacy Volunteers of Somerset County and GRWDB ESL course
Wed, Dec 18, 5:50pm - 7:50pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
A basic ESL class.
Open Books, Open Minds: Historical Fiction Book Club
Thu, Dec 19, 1:45pm - 2:45pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
December's Selection: "The Story of Lucy Gault" by William Trevor
Tinker Time @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 5-12 years
Thu, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Join us for a STEM activity!
Teen Crochet Club - Learn to Crochet with us!
Thu, Dec 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.
Move, Breathe, Meditate @ Franklin Park Branch
Fri, Dec 20, 11:00am - 11:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Learn how to start your meditation journey.
Movie Matinee: Kinds of Kindness (2024)
Fri, Dec 20, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Rated R. 2 hours, 45 minutes.
Bobbin Lacemaking
Sat, Dec 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.
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Dec 23, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Megabyte Mondays: iPhone Basics Series - a computer class
Mon, Dec 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Dec 23, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Dec 23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
All Branches Closed
Tue, Dec 24, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Reading Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
All Branches Closed
Wed, Dec 25, All day
DeMott Lane Branch - Butterfly Room,Children's Reading Room,Community Room,Historical Room,Media Room
All Branches Closed
Morning Rhymes @ Franklin Park Branch - Ages 0 - 4 Years
Mon, Dec 30, 10:30am - 10:45am
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Rhymes and a story for little ones!
Megabyte Mondays: iPhone Basics Series - a computer class
Mon, Dec 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Community Room
Megabyte Mondays are the library's weekly computer and technology classes.
Drop-in Chess for Adults
Mon, Dec 30, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Media Room
We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play!
Beginner Yoga
Mon, Dec 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
FTPL @ Home - Virtual Events 1
New to yoga? Learn the foundations for establishing a safe and effective yoga practice. 
DIY New Year's Time Capsule - Teen Craft!
Mon, Dec 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Franklin Park Branch - Franklin Park Community Room
Decorate your own time capsule box to fill with your memories of 2024! Open to students ages 12-17. Please register.
Second Saturday Book Club - Happiness Falls by Angie Kim
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
DeMott Lane Branch - Historical Room
Join us for a meeting of the FTPL Second Saturday Book Club! Now held in-person at the DeMott Lane Branch. No registration required!
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