Watchung Branch Library October 2024
Watchung Library Writers Group
Wednesday, October 9, 16, 23, & 30 : 10:30am – 12:30pm
Watchung branch – Wilson Memorial Church
The Watchung Library Writers Group welcomes experienced writers interested in providing and receiving direct, constructive feedback.
Thursday, October 10 : 11:00am – 12:00pm
Watchung branch – Wilson Memorial Church
Patty Barron will lead gentle sitting and standing Qigong exercises/meditation focusing on body/mind connection. Benefits include learning new ways to de-stress and enhancing coordination and balance.
Saturday, October 5, & 9 : 10:30am – 12:00pm
Watchung branch
We will make a pumpkin using strips of fabric. This program is for adults only.
Wacky Witch Storytime and Craft – (Families with children)
Saturday, October 5: 11:00am – 11:45am
Warren Township branch – Program Room – (Children)
Connect with others as you listen to stories about some not-so-scary witches and create a witchy craft.
Henna: – A Colorful Celebration of Culture and Creativity
Saturday, October 5: 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Warren Township branch – Meeting Room
The art of Henna has been practiced in Pakistan, India, Africa, and the Middle East for over 5000 years. It was used for its natural cooling properties for the people living in hot desert climates.
Baby/Toddler Storytime – Tiny Tots (ages birth – 3 years with caregiver)
Monday, October 7: 10:30am – 11:00am
Watchung branch – 20 Stirling Road
Introduce your child to the beginnings of storytime in this interactive program featuring rhymes, movement, songs, and stories.
Paint and Snack: Mountain Reflection – (grades K-5)
Tuesday, October 8: 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Watchung branch – 20 Stirling Road
Discover how to paint step-by-step using watercolors. Pre-packaged snacks and drinks will be served.
Preschool Storytime – Miss June’s Room (ages 3-5 years with caregivers)
Wednesday, October 9: 4:30pm – 5:00pm
Watchung branch – 20 Stirling Road
An interactive program that fosters early literacy skills through books, songs, and activities.
Thursday, October 10: 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Phillips Field (Watchung)
Learn how to code drones and fly them at the library!
Book Discussion – The Winter People by Jennifer McMahon
Thursday, October 10: 6:30pm – 7:45pm
Watchung branch – Wilson Memorial Church
“The Winter People” by Jennifer McMahon moderated by Elaine Stringer
Music with Miss Donna – (ages birth – 5 years and caregivers)
Monday, October 14: 10:30am – 11:00am
Watchung branch – Wilson Memorial Church
Take time to bond with your children while making music in this interactive session. Enjoy music, fingerplays, and playing instruments.
Wednesday, October 16: 4:30pm – 5:00pm
Watchung branch – 20 Stirling Road
Join the fun if you like building with LEGO® bricks. Bring your creativity and prepare for a challenge.
Teen Volunteer Afternoon – Letters For a Cause (grades 6-12)
Thursday, October 17: 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Watchung branch – 20 Stirling Road
Write letters and make cards for a good cause. You will earn one hour of service time.
Tuesday, October 22: 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Watchung branch – Wilson Memorial Church
Eat to Beat Stress presented by Elisa and Ellen from Nourish and Thrive Nutrition Center. This program is in collaboration with the Mayor’s Wellness Campaign.
Bingo with Miss June – (ages 4 and up)
Wednesday, October 23: 4:30pm – 5:00pm
Watchung branch – 20 Stirling Road
Share your love of Bingo with other players as you compete to win prizes.
Spooky Science Show – (all ages)
Saturday, October 26: 10:30am – 11:15am
Watchung branch – Wilson Memorial Church
Discover a Mad Scientist’s peculiar and chilling science experiments!
Family Storytime – Move and Groove (families with children)
Monday, October 28: 10:30am – 11:00am
Watchung branch – 20 Stirling Road
Discover songs, stories, and movement in this active storytime.
STEAM: Nature Prints – (grades K-5)
Tuesday, October 29: 4:30pm – 5:15pm
Watchung branch – 20 Stirling Road
Explore nature, and use leaves, sticks, and the sun to create your very own nature print. Learn about cyanotype photography and how it works in this program.
Wednesday, October 30: 2:00pm – 5:30pm
Watchung branch – 20 Stirling Road
SCLSNJ is an officially-designated passport application acceptance facility with passport processing hours set for your convenience. By appointment only. Schedule at https://sclsnj.org/passports/.
Halloween Spin the Wheel – (families with children)
Thursday, October 31: 10:15am – 5:45pm
Watchung branch – 20 Stirling Road
Spin the wheel to win a prize. Costumes are suggested but not required to spin.
