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S.T.E.A.M. on the GO Kit

All Day
Children
Program Open
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Quick and fun STEAM activities for kids! Take your kit to go or work on it in the library. Books on the monthly topic will be on display. This program is for children in Grades K-5. Please sign up, and then pick up your kit any time after the 1st of the month at the children’s desk. You must be registered in order to get a kit.

This month: Marble Run

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group.

Mother Goose on the Loose

10:15am - 10:45am
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

For children ages 0-29 months and their caregivers. This is a fun-filled twenty-minute session that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and young toddlers. 

Please list CHILD'S name in the "Name" fields and caregiver’s name in the "Caregiver Name" field. Register each child separately by clicking the "Add Another" button, or complete a separate registration.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group.

Wiggle Worms

11:00am - 11:30am
Children, Toddlers (age 2-3 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Toddlers (age 2-3 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

This is a fun filled thirty-minute non-traditional, active storytime based around movements, parachute play, and gross motor play for 2 and 3 year olds.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group.

Preschool Storytime

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Children, Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Stories for children ages 36 months and up, filled with songs, stories, and general silliness. This program will take place in the Children's Story Room.

Please list CHILD'S name in the "Name" fields and caregiver’s name in the "Caregiver Name" field. Register each child separately by clicking the "Add Another" button, or complete a separate registration.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (11-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (age 13-18 years)" group.

Teen Crafts

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Tweens (11-13), Teens (age 13-18 years)
Program Open
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Tweens (11-13), Teens (age 13-18 years)
Program Type: Crafting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6

It's time for a Teen and Tween Crafting! Ready to transform basic supplies into something creative and wonderful? Interested in jewelry making, origami, diamond art, unique accessories, ornaments, paper beadmaking, bookbinding, or card making? This group might be for you. Using crafting supplies, we’ll make paper beads, duct tape fabric, or clay shapes to turn into something amazing. Using found items, we’ll use our creativity to make something unique.

From suncatchers and squishy shapes to journals and satchels, the possibilities are endless. What will we be working on this month? Come join us to find out and CRAFT something unique! Everything needed will be supplied. Interested teens in grades 6-12 should register online. Preference is given to Heggan cardholders. Register now, supplies are limited.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

NJ Writers Resource Group

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room (Right Half)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop

A group of local writers meets in the library on the second Tuesday of each month. Aspiring writers ages 16 and up are invited to come and write, share, be inspired, and enjoy the company of other writers. 

This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group.

Babies Boogie

10:15am - 10:45am
Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Please join us for a twenty-minute active storytime for 0-24 months that focuses on using lap rhymes, fingerplays, music, and movement, as well as very short stories. 

Please list CHILD'S name in the "Name" fields and caregiver’s name in the "Caregiver Name" field. Register each child separately by clicking the "Add Another" button, or complete a separate registration.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group.

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Children, Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Stories for children ages 36 months and up, filled with songs, stories, and general silliness. This program will take place in the Children's Story Room.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group.

Wiggle Worms

11:30am - 12:00pm
Children, Toddlers (age 2-3 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Toddlers (age 2-3 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

This is a fun filled thirty-minute non-traditional, active storytime based around movements, parachute play, and gross motor play for 24-36 months. Storytime will sometimes include parachute, bubbles, hula hoops, rhythm sticks, and/or more.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary (age 5 years+)" group.

Grossology: Snot

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Elementary (age 5 years+)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Elementary (age 5 years+)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

For school-aged scientists in grades K-5. Come explore some “gross” science with us!

This month: Snot

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group.

Babies Boogie

10:15am - 10:45am
Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Please join us for a twenty-minute active storytime for 0-24 months that focuses on using lap rhymes, fingerplays, music, and movement, as well as very short stories. 

Please list CHILD'S name in the "Name" fields and caregiver’s name in the "Caregiver Name" field. Register each child separately by clicking the "Add Another" button, or complete a separate registration.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group.

Music & Motion Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Children, Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a thirty-minute music- and dance-based storytime for children ages 30 months (2.5 years) and up.

Please list CHILD'S name in the "Name" fields and caregiver’s name in the "Caregiver Name" field. Register each child separately by clicking the "Add Another" button, or complete a separate registration.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Novel Mornings

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adults
Program Open
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion Groups
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us for a lively book discussion.

Check out a copy of the novel The Writing Retreat by Julie Bartz and get ready to share your thoughts with our discussion group. Didn’t finish the book? Feel free to join us anyway! 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group.

Pre-K Grossology: Snot

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children, Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

For preschool scientists ages 3-6 and their caregivers. Let's read a picture book and explore some “gross” science together!

This month: Snot!

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Jigsaw Puzzle Club

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Program Open
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Gaming, Social
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7

Are you a jigsaw enthusiast? Drop in for socializing and jigsaw puzzle fun. This event is free and open to adults. Advance phone or online registration is required. 

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (11-13)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (age 13-18 years)" group.

Teen Writing Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens, Tweens (11-13), Teens (age 13-18 years)
Program Open
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Tweens (11-13), Teens (age 13-18 years)
Program Type: Social
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Do you like to write? Do you like playing with words or pictures to tell a story? Are poetry and lyrics more your style? Do you want to write a book someday? Why not start today? Through mysteries, fantasies, horror stories, histories, adventures, essays, letters, and more, the Writing Club explores and creates a variety of writings both individual and collective. 

Join us to discuss writing, get feedback on your works in progress, and get closer to creating your great work! This club gives young writers support and encouragement! This is a hybrid program. Teens and tweens can join us in person or via ZOOM. To access the ZOOM link or for more information, contact Librarian Barb at bpilling@hegganlibrary.org. The TAB Writing Club is open to teens and tweens in grades 6-12. Preference is given to Heggan Library cardholders. Register today!

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group.

Family Storytime

10:15am - 10:45am
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for an all-ages storytime featuring family-friendly stories, songs, and fun!

Please list CHILD'S name in the "Name" fields and caregiver’s name in the "Caregiver Name" field. Register each child separately by clicking the "Add Another" button, or complete a separate registration.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group.

Drop-In Craft: Thanksgiving

11:00am - 12:00pm
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Stop by the Meeting Room any time between 11 and noon to create a quick and easy Thanksgiving craft. Please register!

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Rambling Readers: A Walking Book Group

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Program Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion Groups, Health & Fitness, Social
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Attention all book lovers! Meet Librarian Jenn at Washington Lake Park for a leisurely stroll through the park, while we discuss our latest read. There is no specific book assigned to read. Discuss your favorite, or least favorite, book.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Knitting and Crocheting

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Program Open
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafting, Instruction, Social
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11

Do you want to learn how to knit or crochet?  Join us for a beginner's class with volunteer Flora Bacchues.  Please bring a skein of yarn, and a set of size 8 knitting needles and/or an H or I crochet hook.  This program is open to everyone ages 18 and up.  Advance online or phone registration is required.   

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Take A Seat: Chair Yoga With Dana

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Fitness, Social
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Join us for our chair yoga class where we focus on moving, breathing, building strength & flexibility, and end with relaxation! This class is perfect for all levels of students, including those who are new to yoga, as we use the chair to help balance, support, and challenge us.  

**Please wear comfortable clothing that you will be able to move freely in.** 

This class is limited to Margaret E Heggan cardholders due to its size and popularity. The class will be held in our adult meeting room. Advance registration is required.

This event is in the "Children" group.

S.T.E.A.M. on the GO Kit

All Day
Children
Program Open
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Quick and fun STEAM activities for kids! Take your kit to go or work on it in the library. Books on the monthly topic will be on display. This program is for children in Grades K-5. Please sign up, and then pick up your kit any time after the 1st of the month at the children’s desk. You must be registered in order to get a kit.

This month: Marble Run

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Infants (age 0-1 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 1-2 years)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group.

Mother Goose on the Loose

10:15am - 10:45am
Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Infants (age 0-1 years), Toddlers (age 1-2 years), Toddlers (age 2-3 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 28
Event Details:

For children ages 0-29 months and their caregivers. This is a fun-filled twenty-minute session that uses rhymes, songs, puppets, and more to stimulate the learning process of babies and young toddlers. 

Please list CHILD'S name in the "Name" fields and caregiver’s name in the "Caregiver Name" field. Register each child separately by clicking the "Add Another" button, or complete a separate registration.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (age 2-3 years)" group.
This event is in the "Pre-School (age 3-5 years)" group.

Music & Motion Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Children, Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Registration
Library Branch: Margaret E. Heggan Free Public Library
Room: Storyroom
Age Group: Children, Toddlers (age 2-3 years), Pre-School (age 3-5 years)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Join us for a thirty-minute music- and dance-based storytime for children ages 30 months (2.5 years) and up.

Please list CHILD'S name in the "Name" fields and caregiver’s name in the "Caregiver Name" field. Register each child separately by clicking the "Add Another" button, or complete a separate registration.

Disclaimer(s)

  1. Accommodations

Library staff will do our best to reasonably accommodate all children. Accommodations such as noise canceling headphones, fidget toys, special cushions, and weighted blanket are available upon request. Please reach out to youthservices@hegganlibrary.org before the event with accommodation requests and questions.

  1. Cardholders

Open to Heggan cardholders only. Advanced registration is required. Please register children only, not caregivers.