November programs at county libraries

Children and family programs Lap sit program Books, songs, fingerplays and more for ages six months through two years and their siblings. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Program runs from 10 to 10:30 a.m. at all branches. Registration required and begins Nov. 2. Sussex-Wantage: Tuesdays, Nov. 17, Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and Dec. 8 Dorothy Henry: Wednesdays, Nov. 18, Nov. 25, Dec. 2 and Dec. 9 Louise Childs: Thursdays, Nov. 19, Dec. 3, Dec. 10 and Dec. 17 Main Library: Thursdays, Nov. 19, Dec. 3, Dec. 10 and Dec. 17 Franklin: Fridays, Nov. 20, Dec. 4, Dec. 11 and Dec. 18 Preschool story time Stories, songs and activities for children ages 3-6 and their siblings. Caregivers also encouraged to participate. Program runs from 1:30 to 2:10 p.m., with the exception of Dennis which will meet from 10 to 10:40 a.m. at Project Self Sufficiency. Registration required and begins Nov. 2. Dennis (held at Project Self Sufficiency): Mondays, Nov. 16, Nov. 23, Nov. 30 and Dec. 7 Main Library: Mondays, Nov. 16, Nov. 23, Nov. 30 and Dec. 7 Sussex-Wantage: Tuesdays, Nov. 17, Nov. 24, Dec. 1 and Dec. 8 Dorothy Henry: Wednesdays, Nov. 18, Nov. 25, Dec. 2 and Dec. 9 Louise Childs: Thursdays, Nov. 19, Dec. 3, Dec. 10 and Dec. 17 Franklin: Fridays, Nov. 20, Dec. 4, Dec. 11, Dec. 18 What to do with Ahhh Chooo? Local author Jane S. Morgan will read her new book, “What to do with Ahhh Chooo?” and discuss how to keep healthy during the cold and flu season. A craft will follow. Program is open to children 3-5 and their siblings. Registration required and is in progress. Dorothy Henry: Thursday, Nov. 5 at 10 a.m. Cup #1 Tea Party One Book/One Community of Sussex County is sponsoring a Cup #1 Tea Party at two branches to celebrate “Three Cups of Tea,” by Greg Mortensen, this year’s OB/OC title. The picture book adaptation of the chosen title, “Listen to the Wind,” will be read aloud and a short DVD will be shown, followed by the serving of tea and other activities. Open to the whole family. Registration required and is in progress. Main Library: Monday, Nov. 9 at 4:30 p.m. Sussex-Wantage: Saturday, Nov. 14 at 11 a.m. Skylands Ice World Book Group Kids in grades 4-6 are invited to Skylands Ice World on the second Wednesday of each month for an activity and book discussion followed by skating for half price. The book meeting starts at 6:15 p.m. followed by skating from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. Please call the main library at 973-948-3660 to register. LEGO Club Starting this January the Main Library will be hosting a LEGO® Club for children in grades 1 through 6. Anyone who would like to donate LEGOs for this program should bring them to the main library only (125 Morris Turnpike in Frankford). Teen programs Just Us Teens Book Club Like to get together with others your age? Then come to the Just Us Teens Book Club. The club meets the third Wednesday of each month and for November there’s a New Moon movie release party. Open to teens entering grades 7-12. No registration required. Main Library: Wednesday, Nov. 18, 7 p.m. Adult programs New Jersey Writer’s Society The New Jersey Writer’s Society is a new, non-profit organization dedicated to helping writers connect and encourage each other. All are welcome to come and enjoy the challenges of becoming better writers, defeating writer’s block, learning from each other, and perfecting the craft. No registration required. For more information, contact Susan Wilinski, facilitator, at 973-383-0840. Main library: Monday, Nov. /2, 6-8 p.m. Go green for the holidays: environmentally conscious tips for your home, your health and your wallet Along with the joy and celebration of the season, there’s often exhaustion from constant running, expanding waistlines and whirling electric meters. Life coach Kristi Daniels will run the free workshop. Registration required. Main Library: Thursday, Nov. 5, 7-8 p.m. Acoustic guitar concert featuring Peter Biedermann Peter Biedermann has been writing and performing original guitar music for over 30 years. His music covers a number of genres in the electronic and acoustic fields. This performance will focus on acoustic fingerstyle pieces in unique tunings on various 6 and 12 string guitars. For more information, visit www.peterbiedermann.com/. Registration required. Main Library: Saturday, Nov. 7, 1-2 p.m. Adult Book Club “The Other Boleyn Girl,” by Phillipa Gregory. The daughters of a ruthlessly ambitious family, Mary and Anne Boleyn, are sent to the court of Henry VIII to attract the attention of the king, who first takes Mary as his mistress, in which role she bears him an illegitimate son, and then Anne as his wife. All adults welcome, no registration required. Main Library: Thursday, Nov. 12, 7-8 p.m. Mommy & Me Yoga Regina from Tristate Yoga in Augusta, will hold a postpartum yoga class in which you practice yoga with your baby. Moms will learn how to strengthen their abdominal and pelvic floor muscles, gain inner strength and reclaim their bodies after giving birth. It is also an opportunity to meet other new moms. Class is open to moms and their babies, six weeks to crawling. Registration required. Main library: Friday, Nov. 13, 11 a.m. to noon AARP Defensive Driving This eight hour classroom refresher is specially designed to meet the needs of drivers ages 50 and over. Students will update their knowledge and skills, and learn to prevent crashes and violations which helps maintain mobility and independence. All attendees completing both sessions will be eligible for up to a 5 percent discount on insurance and a 2-point deduction from their driving record. Note the price change - the cost is now $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members. All checks should be made payable to “AARP.” Don’t forget to bring a bag lunch. Registration required. (You must attend both sessions.) Main Library: Thursday and Friday, Nov. 19-20, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Musical Trivia Concert featuring Val and Ken Test your knowledge of music trivia through the years with Val and Ken’s upbeat trivia contest. Don’t know music? Trivia with Val and Ken covers many other subjects and it’s for all ages. Join in the fun with this duo for an hour filled with entertainment and music from many other eras. Finally entertainment that can please Grandma and the kids. Registration required. Main Library: Saturday, Nov. 21, 1-2 p.m. Sussex County Library Knitters & Crocheters Join other knitters at the main library every Wednesday afternoon from 1 to 3 p.m. Learn new stitches, make new friends and share patterns. No registration required. Evening Purls of Wisdom The Evening Purls of Wisdom knitting group invites experienced and new knitters to bring their projects and supplies and join them at the Dorothy Henry Library. The group usually meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month from 7 to 8:15 p.m., but times may vary so call the branch in advance at 973-827-8095. No registration required. More information For more information on any program contact your local library branch or visit www.sussexcountylibrary.org. Dennis: 973-383-4810 Dorothy Henry: 973-827-8095 Franklin: 973-827-6555 Louise Childs: 973-770-1000 Main Library: 973-948-3660 Sussex-Wantage: 973-875-3940