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Library Children's Programs are designed for individuals and families, and not for preschool classes or groups. Groups may call us to arrange a special program and class visit to the library: 973.762.1688 ext 5001 or email us at kids@maplewoodlibrary.org
Program dates are subject to change. Please check our online library calendar the morning of the event for any updates.
FOR PRESCHOOL CHILDREN
Baby Lapsit Storytime
For ages birth to 18 months, with a participating adult
For very young children you can hold in your arms or who are learning to crawl. Experience a lively storytime with songs and rhymes that foster a love of reading.
Main Library: Thursdays @ 10:30am - October 2nd, 9th, and 16th
Hilton Branch: Mondays @ 10:30am - October 6th, 13th, 20th
FOR SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN
Scary Story Writing Workshop for ages 9-11
Main Library: Saturdays, October 4, 11, 18 * 25 @ 2-3 pm
Please register.
Give your child the chance to let their imagination run wild while learning invaluable writing skills! In this weekly class, students ages 9-11 will:
- Write, edit, and finish their own short stories
- Read and analyze excerpts from iconic writers such as Edgar Allan Poe
- Share ideas and get beneficial feedback in a supportive environment
- Develop their vocabulary, plot-building, character creation, and description skills
Homework Quiet Zone for grades 2-5
Main Library: Monday - Thursday from 2:30-6:30pm while school is in session (unless another program is scheduled)
A quiet space for kids in grade 2 - 5 to study, read, or do homework.
Fact or Fake: Media Literacy for Kids & Families with Stephen Chiger
Main Library: Thursday October 9th @ 4:30pm for ages 7-14 (grades 3-8)
Media Literacy is not simply defense against the dark arts!
Are you curious about AI trickery? Do you think you can sort what’s true from what’s fake? Test and boost your skills with Maplewood author Stephen Chiger in this interactive event for the whole family
After the games, Chiger will sign copies of his puzzle-packed novel, Gran and Gram Save Summer.
Healthy Family Hands-On Cooking Class
Hilton Branch: Tuesday October 21 @ 6:00 pm
For school age children & their families.
Learn how to make delicious sweet potato waffles with Chef Afi Green. Participants will make their own waffles to enjoy and have a recipe to take home.
Read to a Dog
Hilton Branch: Thursday October 16 from 6:30pm - 7:30pm
For school age children & tweens
A relaxed group environment for school-age kids and tweens to build confidence and reading skills. Kids take turns reading to a furry friend … in a group setting. Bring something to read aloud, or arrive early enough to have time to pick out a book to read.
Toddler Storytime
For ages 1-3, with a participating adult
Early literacy fun with stories, songs, movement and rhymes. This program is designed for toddlers and young preschool children.
Main Library: Tuesdays @ 10:30 - October 7th, 14th, and 21st
Hilton Branch: Wednesdays @ 4pm - October 8th, 15th, 22nd
Wilma and the Wingers
Main Library: Saturday, October 4 @ 11am
Inclusive storytime with live music for kids of all ages
FOR ALL AGES
Coloring Fun
Main Library: Fridays from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
Drop in on Fridays (unless another program is scheduled),Coloring fun for families with children. Tune out and relax.
Builders Club
For ages 2 years & up – with a participating adult
Join us for an hour of imagination and building with blocks and LEGOs.
Hilton Branch: Thursday October 9 @ 6-7 pm
Lego Club
For ages 3 years & up – with a participating adult
Join us for an hour of imagination and building with LEGOs.
Main Library: Friday October 17th from 3:30-4:30
Family Game Night
Main Library: Monday, October 13 @ 6:30pm-7:30pm
Enjoy some oversized (and regular-sized) games with family and friends!
Thank you to the Friends of the Library for making this program possible!
Homeschool Tuesdays
A meet up & resource sharing for homeschooling families and families who want to know more about homeschooling. Families of all ages are welcome.
Main Library: Tuesday October 14th from 11:30am - 1:30pm
The Penny Power Project - Financial literacy for kids
4 weeks beginning October 16 / 4-5 pm at Main Library Register
- The history and the functions of money
- Exchange rates
- Functions of money, and how they can be applied to students' lives
- Differentiating needs vs. wants
- The basics of savings, investing, and budgeting
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