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June 2026
Library Closings:
Friday, June 19th, 2026
 
Museum Passes
The Warren County Library System's museum passes are back and you can reserve a pass
online in order to visit any of the museums for free! The Museum pass program are for
Warren County Library cardholders, 18 years and older, with a library card in good standing.
You can borrow 2 passes per day and up to 15 passes per calendar year.
For a full list of participating museums and to reserve your pass today, follow this link. 
Don't forget to check the museum's website for hours and procedures before visiting!
 
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Summer at the Library is finally here!
Starting June 22nd, 2026 and going until August 8th, 2026 the Warren County Library will have tons of summer fun, including Summer Kick-Off Parties. For more information click the link, www.warrenlib.org/summer today.
 
The Gardner and Southwest Branches are teaming up for a dino-riffic kickoff to summer! 
Stop by the Gardner branch on Monday, June 22 between 11am to 1pm for fun crafts and activities for all ages with no registration needed.
 
DinosaursArise will be at the Gardner branch for two shows! Meet and interact with Terry the T-Rex and his other realistic animatronic dinosaur and puppet friends, hear a story, and dig for fossils. Registration is required for DinosaursArise at this link for the 
Monday, June 22nd, 11:00am - 11:40am showing and you can register at this link for the second Monday, June 22nd, 12:00pm - 12:40pm showing.
 
Celebrate the end of the School Year and the start of Summer Reading at the Northeast Branch!
There will be Face Painting – Balloon Artist – Fun Activities – Kids’ Crafts
on Wednesday, June 24th at the Northeast Branch from 2pm to 4pm. No registration required.
 
Catherine Dickson Hofman Summer Reading Kickoff - Bubble Extravaganza! 
Thursday, June 25 @ 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm 
Kick off Summer Reading at the Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch with a super awesome bubble show. There will be snacks and more fun around the branch that day too. Please select one bubble show at either at the 1pm Session 1 showing, the 2pm Session 2 showing, or 3pm Session 3 showing. Please register all people attending for each show.
 
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LIBRARY EVENTS & PROGRAMS
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FEATURED PROGRAMS
Children & Families
Board Game Night - for all ages
Tuesday, June 16, 5pm-7pm
Richard D. Gardner Branch, 2 Shotwell Drive, Belvidere NJ
Make new friends and have fun playing a different board game every month. We run a fun and casual style of gaming, so all levels and ages are welcome!
We love learning and teaching new games. You can play one board game from the Library's extensive collection, or bring your own to share.
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Reading is Dino-Mite Magic Show: Richard D. Gardner Branch
Wednesday, June 24, 11am-12pm
Richard D. Gardner Branch, 2 Shotwell Drive, Belvidere NJ
Join magician Brian Richards for this jam-packed magic show that includes comedy, puppets, story-telling, and tons of audience participation!
Please register everyone in your group who will be attending.
Reading is Dino-Mite Magic Show: Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch
Wednesday, June 24, 2pm-3pm
Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch, 4 Lambert Road Blairstown, NJ
Join magician Brian Richards for this jam-packed magic show that includes comedy, puppets, story-telling, and tons of audience participation! Please register everyone in your group who will be attending.
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Unearth a Story with Zoophoria: Southwest Branch
Friday, June 26, 11am-12pm
Southwest Branch, 404 Route 519 Phillipsburg, NJ
Meet the distant cousins of the world's most ferocious dinosaurs! Join Zoophoria NJ and embark on a hands on adventure interacting with reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. For ages 4+. Please register everyone in your group who will be attending.
Unearth a Story with Zoophoria: Richard D. Gardner Branch
Friday, June 26, 2pm-3pm
Richard D. Gardner Branch, 2 Shotwell Drive Belvidere NJ
Meet the distant cousins of the world's most ferocious dinosaurs! Join Zoophoria NJ and embark on a hands-on adventure interacting with reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates. For ages 4+. Please register everyone in your group attending.
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Silly Songs with David Jack: Kid's Gazebo Concert
Tuesday, June 30, 10am-11am
Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch, 4 Lambert Rd Blairstown NJ
Join in the musical fun with David Jack! Dance, sing and have a blast! We'll be outside so bring a blanket, hat & sunscreen. Best for ages 3-8 Registration required. Rain will move us indoors.
Jurassic Mary: Fossil Girl
Tuesday, June 30, 11am-12pm
Southwest Branch, 404 Route 519, Phillipsburg, NJ
Learn the story of a girl who, at age 12, discovered and uncovered one of the world's first dinosaur skeletons and then take part in a hands-on dino excavation activity! Appropriate for ages 5-10. Space is limited. Please register just the children in your group who will be participating.
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  Tweens and Teens
Build Your Own Dinosaur Cookie Jar Terrarium
Tuesday, June 30, 1pm-2pm
Northeast Branch, 40 US Hwy. 46 West, Independence Township, NJ
Stop by the Northeast Branch and build your own terrarium! You'll create a miniature, self-sustaining ecosystem within a container. All supplies provided. For ages 6-12. Please register all children participating.
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Stitched Stories: Embroidery 101 for teens and adults
Tuesday, June 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch, 4 Lambert Road Blairstown, NJ
Every stitch tells a story. In this beginner-friendly embroidery workshop, we'll cover the split stitch, French knot, easy needle-threading techniques, and more. 
Made possible by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.
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 Adults
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Bedazzle a Book: Teen and Adult Program
Monday, June 1, 4pm-5pm
Southwest Branch, 404 Route 519 Phillipsburg, NJ
Bring your own book and bedazzle the title or the cover artwork with rhinestones. You can bring in a paperback or a hardcover (with a dust jacket). It is recommended to choose a book with large blocks and color and less detail. Rhinestones, wax pencils and glue will be provided. Please register everyone in your group participating.
English as Language Conversation Group
Wednesday, June 10, 5:30pm-7pm
Northeast Branch, 40 US Hwy. 46 West Independence Township, NJ
Practice casual conversation in a relaxed setting. For those new or challenged by speaking the English language, our instructor offers a small conversation group the opportunity to learn and practice and improve their pronunciation. Please register everyone in your group participating.
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Poetry Reading and Open Mic
Thursday, June 11, 6pm-7:30pm
Northeast Branch, 40 US Hwy. 46 West, Independence Township, NJ
Local poets will each share a short poetry reading. After, we invite you to share your own work.
June's poets include Jane Edna Mohler and Michelle Ortega.
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5 Wishes: Advanced Directives and Living Wills
Tuesday, June 16, 11am-12pm
Richard D. Gardner Branch, 2 Shotwell Drive Belvidere NJ
This program will educate and empower individuals about the importance of advance care planning. You will learn why these legal documents are important and the living will and power of attorney will be reviewed. An elder care attorney will be in attendance to answer questions. Please register everyone in your group who will be attending.
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The Constitution-Federalism and States' Rights
Thursday, June 18, 6pm-7pm
Richard D. Gardner Branch, 2 Shotwell Drive, Belvidere NJ
What powers belong to the states, and what powers belong to the federal government? This session explores the 10th Amendment, the supremacy clause, and examples where states have resisted or expanded beyond federal policies. Please register everyone who will be attending.
New Jersey's Revolutionary Rivalry: The Untold Story of Colonel Tye & Captain Huddy
Tuesday, June 23, 6pm-7pm
Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch, 4 Lambert Rd Blairstown NJ
Join author Rick Geffken as he reveals the stories of two obscure enemies who died and rose to fame for their beliefs in independence.
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Draw and Discover: Charcoal for Non-Artists
Tuesday, June 30, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Catherine Dickson Hofman Branch, 4 Lambert Rd Blairstown NJ
Inspired by the American landscape in all its forms-from coastlines to deserts, mountains to fields, this expressive drawing workshop is designed especially for those with no artistic experience.
 
Made possible by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.  Also made possible with support from the CDH Trustees of the Warren County Library
Thank you to our Friend Groups and Catherine Dickson Hofman Trustees for sponsoring library programs.

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