Storytimes near Boonton Holmes Public Library

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Drop in for open play in the Makerspace.   Cards and scorecards provided.   All are welcome.

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

In this program, students use our huge collection of modular parts, motors, and supplies to construct a working robot that can push their opponent out of a sumo-style table arena, pull its pieces apart, or flip their opponent upside down. Have fun using

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Art historian and docent at the Cloisters Museum, Mike Norris, offers a lively visual exploration of festive meals in the Middle Ages.   Despite the Middle Ages still sometimes being called the Dark Ages, people in that era often enjoyed good times, especially at the table.

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Bring something white and cotton to Tie Dye Ages 6 and up

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Bring a white cotton item to tie dyeAges 6 and up

Boonton Farmers Market

Weather permitting, Ms. Jes will be at the Boonton Farmers Market once a month for storytime at 10am, amd 11am Boonton residents and eligible non-residents can apply for and obtain a library card, too!

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

What makes embroidery radical? Using decorative stitching to create an image conveying social or political justice. Learn how artists have used stitching and textiles to get their messages heard and choose your own image/message to hand stitch an art piece to take home, suitable for framing.

Boonton Farmers Market

Weather permitting, Ms. Jes will be at the Boonton Farmers Market once a month for storytime at 10am, amd 11am Boonton residents and eligible non-residents can apply for and obtain a library card, too!

3rd Floor Great Room, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005, Backyard Patio, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Get fit and improve balance and mobility in a unique exercise practice called mobility clubs.   The one-hour sessions are led by long-time instructor, Jon Leslie, and feature a great blend of breath-work, balance exercises, and using weighted clubs for building strength.

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Drop off your stuffed friend for a night of fun at the library, Come back on Tuesday for pick up & to see a slide show of their shenanigans!Stuffies will NOT be accept after 3pm. Please be on time.  

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Monday Mah Jongg returns with a weekly game for all levels.   Registration is encouraged to ensure we have sufficient players for the game. The library has 2 sets and 8 2026 cards for play.

3rd Floor Great Room, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Parents and Caregivers! Join us on the 3rd Floor Great Room every Tuesday for a playgroup for babies from infants to toddlers!Each week there will be open play ending with a story at 11:15amTummy time area for babies that are not yet walkingColoring

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Come pick up your stuffy and see what kind of shenanigans they got into! **Please DO NOT forget to come back and pick your stuffy up**

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, we will open the Makerspace for LEGO building fun! Come between 3:30-4:30 for an hour of building and creatingRecommended ages 5 and up. No registration required

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Join us to learn chess!For kids ages 9 and up

Second Floor Board Room, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005, Via Zoom

The monthly Board of Trustees' meeting is held in the second floor Board Room on the second Tuesday of every month (July and August are optional), and is open to the  public.    Attendants may participate in person or via Zoom.   Please email the library at bhpl@boontonlibrary.

3rd Floor Great Room, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Join Sharon Cheston, longtime practitioner and instructor, for an hour of qi gong, the ancient Chinese exercise that promotes physical, spiritual, and mental wellbeing.   The practice includes breathwork, gentle movement, and balance. Please wear comfortable clothes to facilitate movement.

3rd Floor Great Room, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Parents and Caregivers! Join us on the 3rd Floor Great Room every Wednesday for a playgroup for babies from infants to toddlers!Each week there will be open play ending with a story at 11:15amTummy time area for babies that are not yet walkingColoring

3rd Floor Great Room, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Join us upstairs on the third floor for a Christmas Movie!! Bring chairs, blankets, pillows, snacks ect.

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Our friend and artist, Patrick Gallagher, doesn't just stay in the Celtic vein when he teaches his lively art classes.   In this session Patrick will show participants how to paint in the Hudson River Valley style. All materials provided. Boonton residents enjoy priority registration for this program.

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Drop in for open play in the Makerspace.   Cards and scorecards provided.   All are welcome.

History Lounge, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Join us on July 2 & 16 and August 13 & 27th for a different kind of book club!Each week Ms. Jes will read a Magic Tree House adventure to the group.It’s like storytime for the big kids! There will be snacks! Ages 6-12

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Teens and Preteens, Join us for a fun craft night!!Air Dry Clay Kits!Ages 12+

History Lounge, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

The book club meets on the third Friday of the month and discusses a wide variety of fiction and nonfiction titles. The books are available, one month in advance of each meeting, in print at the circulation desk and online via Libby.   This month's title is It Ends With Us  by Colleen Hoover.

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Join us to dig up some fun surprises Ages 6 and up

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Join us to dig up some fun surprisesAges 6 and up

Makerspace, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

What makes embroidery radical? Using decorative stitching to create an image conveying social or political justice. Learn how artists have used stitching and textiles to get their messages heard and choose your own image/message to hand stitch an art piece to take home, suitable for framing.

3rd Floor Great Room, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005, Backyard Patio, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Come join Miss Samantha as she introduces us to her scaly reptile friends!Kids of all ages welcome

3rd Floor Great Room, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005, Backyard Patio, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Free backyard concert!  Our old friends, the Grace Notes Brass, return with their signature festive repertoire and sound. Bring a lawn chair and a beverage of choice.   Sit back and enjoy!RAIN OR SHINE!

3rd Floor Great Room, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005, Backyard Patio, Boonton Holmes Public Library, 621 Main Street, Boonton, NJ, 07005

Get fit and improve balance and mobility in a unique exercise practice called mobility clubs.   The one-hour sessions are led by long-time instructor, Jon Leslie, and feature a great blend of breath-work, balance exercises, and using weighted clubs for building strength.