Long Hill Library Summer 2023
Didgeridoo Down Under Show – Thursday, July 27 3:00pm
This interactive show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, comedy, character building, storytelling and audience participation. You’ll learn about Aussie animals, culture, unity and more … all while moving and grooving to the pulsing rhythms of the didgeridoo (Audience: All Ages).
Eyes of the Wild – Saturday, July 15 11:00am
This exotic animal rescue organization is visiting for an awesome family presentation with LIVE animals (Audience: All Ages).
The Magic of Reading Show – Wednesday, August 2 10:30am
Magician Brian Richards will use magic, comedy, story-telling, & tons of audience participation to get kids excited about reading (Audience: All Ages)!
Science Heroes: Saving Earth Together – Wednesday, July 12, 2023 4:00pm
This show combines science with storytelling. Audience members conduct experiments about the changing states of matter, air pressure, the laws of motion, and more! By working together, only you can help the heroes save the planet (Audience: All Ages).
The Jam Cats Musical Performance – Monday, July 17 10:30am.
This high energy movement and music program will include all of your child’s favorite sing-alongs
and dances, encouraging children to get up and get moving! (Audience: Ages 1 – 6 years old).
Indian Dance Workshop with Taal Live – Saturday, July 29 10:30am
Performers from Taal Live will be leading a workshop on Bollywood dancing. Come join us for a fun-filled trip to India! (Audience: Ages 7 and up)
Shark and Mermaid Party – Saturday, August 19 11:00am
Calling All Sharks and Mermaids…it’s time for a party! In honor of the conclusion of Summer Reading, we are having a party. Join us for a fin-tastic party, where we will celebrate mermaids and sharks. There will be treats, crafts, games, and more. Costumes are encouraged but not required (Audience: All Ages).
Programs for Kids & Teens
Chess Club for Kids & Teens – Wednesday, July 5, July 26, August 2, August 9, August 23 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Young chess players of any level are welcome to come learn and play chess with other children. Intended for ages 6 – 17.
Robotics Club (ages 8+) – Monday, July 10, July 24, August 7, August 21 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Build & code a robot of your own design! Intended for ages 8 and up.
Open Play Game Night – Tuesday, July 18, August 1, August 15 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Get ready for a night of friendly competition! We’ll have the Nintendo Switch set up on the 85″ television with games such as Mario Kart and Smash Bros along with a variety of board games. Bring your friends! Attendees are invited to bring their own controllers and favorite multiplayer games for the Switch. For grades 5-12.
Adulting 101 for Teens: Life Skills – Tuesday, July 11, July 25, August 8, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Adulting is hard! Learn basic life skills to prepare young adults for their first steps into independence. For ages 13 – 18.
Unless noted, please email childrens@longhilllibrary.orgto register for the programs.
Check the Long Hill Township Public Library’s Calendar of Events at longhilllibrary.org/events-calendar/ for more programs all summer long!.
