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Kids Events
Read and Play
Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. at the library.
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Children ages 0-4 and their caregivers are invited to listen to stories, sing songs, and have fun during this bilingual program. Registration suggested here. Contact Karen Stuppi at
Cuentos y Canciones
Mondays, as of September 9, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.
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This all-Spanish story time is for children ages 0-4 and their caregivers. Register at tinyurl.com/NBcuentos.
Thinking Money for Kids
Tuesdays, October 1-29, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.
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We’re thrilled to announce that the New Brunswick Free Public Library has received a Thinking Money for Kids Program Kit from the American Library Association and the FINRA Investor Education Foundation. If you've been looking for ways to teach your kids that money doesn't grow on trees, get ready! Each Tuesday in October will be a different Thinking Money for Kids program: 10/1 = Piggy Bank Theater (recommended for ages 3-8). 10/8 = Currency Conga (recommended for ages 3-12). 10/15 = Penny Pinchers' Party (recommended for ages 5-12). 10/22 = Making Moolah (recommended for ages 5-12). 10/29 = Pet Cents (recommended for ages 8-11). Register for one, some, or all of these programs at tinyurl.com/TM4Kids.
Spooky Stories
Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 3:00 p.m.
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With the help of Jessica from Fresh Theatre Arts, we will act out the story The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda Williams. We will then enjoy some snacks while we play a game of bingo! For children in grades K-6. Register at tinyurl.com/Misteriosos.
Lego Club
Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.
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K-6 children are invited to create using a variety of Lego bricks. They can either choose a Lego challenge or build whatever they want. Parents are welcome to build, too! Register at tinyurl.com/ClubLego.
Kids Coding
Tuesdays, November 12, 19, and 26, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.
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K-6 children can learn the very basics of coding using games, robots, and drones. Register at tinyurl.com/NBcoding.
Native American Heritage program
Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
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Children ages 6-10 are invited to listen to storyteller Amelia Martinez from the Ramapo Munsee Lenape Network. They can then create a craft and enjoy some snacks. Register at tinyurl.com/NativeNB.
Chalk Doodles
Would you like to receive a personalized chalk doodle for your child from Ms. Karen? Just send your child’s first name and the name of their favorite animal to
¿Le gustaría recibir un dibujito de tiza personalizado para su hijo por la Sra. Karen? ¡Simplemente envíe el nombre de su hijo y el nombre de su animal favorito a
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ABC MouseABCmouse is only available inside the library Explora Primary School*Fact Monster Khan Academy Word Central
*EBSCO Explora is available through JerseyClicks, provided by the New Jersey State Library. You will need a New Jersey library card number to access the site from outside of the library.
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