Long Hill Township Library

Library Events

Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Long Hill Township Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.
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Wednesday, Jul. 9, 4:00 PM (July 9 at 4pm, July 23 at 4pm, Aug 6 at 4pm)
July 9 at 4pm - When you Trap a Tiger by Jae Keller
July 23 at 4pm - A wish in the dark by Christina Soontornvat
Aug 6 at 4pm - Beyond the Bright Sea by Lauren Wolk
Calling all super readers! Come join our summer book club where we’ll discuss a book, do an activity, and share a snack.  Please read the book before the meeting. Stop by the library to pick up your copy of the book and join us! Best for ages 8-12.
  Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Wednesday, Jul. 9, 6:30 pm
Heartfulness meditation is a simple yet profound practice that helps individuals achieve a deeper sense of relaxation, inner calm, and emotional balance. By focusing on the heart, this practice encourages self-awareness, and a connection to one’s inner self. It offers a practical approach to managing stress, reducing anxiety, and cultivating better sleep habits. Sponsored by Long Hill Township Public Library.
Thursday, Jul. 10, 7:00pm
Online Art Talk with Faith Ringgold
July 10 @ 7pm
 
Come hear about Faith Ringgold and the exhibition being featured at the Guggenheim. Explore Woman on a Bridge #1 of 5: Tar Beach (1988), one of the most important works by Ringgold, a renowned artist, writer, and activist. This monumental quilt, the first in a series of five, tells the story of a young girl who dreams of flying from her Harlem rooftop to celebrate her own freedom and self-possession.

This exhibition dives into Ringgold’s artistic influences and the lasting impact she has had on later generations of artists. Alongside Tar Beach, visitors will see works from the Guggenheim New York collection by European modernists such as Marc Chagall and Pablo Picasso, who inspired Ringgold, and contemporary American artists such as Tschabalala Self and Sanford Biggers, whose work reflects her legacy.  Presented by Mary Vahey , sponsored by Kemmerer Library
 
Friday, Jul. 11, 3:00PM
The FIFA World Cup will be hosted in the USA for the first time since 1994! Join us in celebrating at the library!
Practice your soccer skills by navigating through our obstacle course or challenging your friends to a FIFA match on the Nintendo Switch!

Friday, 7/11
3pm-5pm
ages 11+ Sponsored by Long Hill Twp Public Library.
How to Draw Pokemon
Saturday, Jul. 12, 11:00 AM
Learn how to draw your favorite Pokemon characters including Pikachu.  Miss Amanda will show you how to draw step-by-step using basic shapes and easy to follow instructions. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Saturday, Jul. 12, 11:00AM-12:30PM
Interested in learning how to knit? Do you prefer to learn with in-person help? This is the event for you! All ages and experience levels are welcome to attend this knitting workshop with an experienced knitter.
Amazing Minerals wit
Tuesday, Jul. 15, 4:00 PM
In this hands-on interactive program, Museum staff will talk about minerals, and participants will learn about the three rock types, how they are formed, and how geologists define minerals and their properties. For all ages. Registration required. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Anime/Cartoon Drawin
Tuesday, Jul. 15, 6:30 PM (July 1 at 6:30pm, July 15 at 6:30pm, July 29 at 6:30pm)
Join us for a hands-on anime drawing workshop! Learn how to create and modify an anime character from scratch, no matter what your drawing level is.  Using simple and easy to understand instructions, you will gain the knowledge to create your very own unique anime character.  Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Wednesday, Jul. 16, 6:30 pm
Heartfulness meditation is a simple yet profound practice that helps individuals achieve a deeper sense of relaxation, inner calm, and emotional balance. By focusing on the heart, this practice encourages self-awareness, and a connection to one’s inner self. It offers a practical approach to managing stress, reducing anxiety, and cultivating better sleep habits. Sponsored by Long Hill Township Public Library.
Wednesday, Jul. 16, 7:00pm
Online History Talk of Superheroes
  A Brief Cultural History of Comic Book Superheroes
 
July 16 @ 7pm
 
Superman, Batman, and Spiderman are known to peoples all throughout the globe. Of course, these heroes, as well as Wonder Woman, Captain America, and the Incredible Hulk all sprung from American popular culture. These heroes changed over the decades and yet are still loved by many. In this lecture, we will look at how such heroes came about and why “we” like them so much.

Presented by Alexander Clemente, sponsored by Kemmerer Library
 
Friday, Jul. 18, 10:30 AM
July 18 at 10:30AM
Explore color in sound, song, and movement. The award-winning Wharton Arts instructor will use scarves, bells, and hoops for an hour of musical games, singing, and movement. Each workshop will have a different topic centered around the theme of color. Wharton Arts is New Jersey's largest independent performing arts education center. Best for ages 3-8. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Friday, Jul. 18, 2:30PM
Interactive Movie: Teen Beach Movie
Friday, 7/18
2:30pm- 4:30pm
ages 11+
 
Get hyped for a throwback! Interactive movie experience at the library! 
Teen Beach Movie from 2013!!! 
  Sponsored by Long Hill Twp Public Library.
Zoophoria NJ Interac
Saturday, Jul. 19, 1:00 PM
Join us for a hands-on adventure meeting live animals in the library. Animals include geckos, lizards and snakes!
Come meet the Baby Alligator!
We’ll watch the animals eat and see some of the most amazing characteristics and behaviors found in the natural world. We will also learn how we can help animals and the world they live in.
Everyone will have the opportunity to truly connect with the animals in this program as you may safely touch the animals where instructed by the handler.
Best for ages 3 and up. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Tuesday, Jul. 22, 7:00pm
Online Art Talk: Jan Van Eyck
July 22 @ 7pm


Join art historian, Jay Schuck, as he discusses the life and work of the Early Netherlandish artist, Jan van Eyck. An artist known for his application of oil paint and meticulous attention to detail, Jan van Eyck ushered in a new style of painting that forever changed the history of art. Works to be examined include the Ghent Altarpiece, the Arnolfini Portrait, Portrait of a Man in a Red Turban, and more.
Sponsored by Kemmerer Library
 
Wednesday, Jul. 23, 4:00 PM (July 9 at 4pm, July 23 at 4pm, Aug 6 at 4pm)
July 9 at 4pm - When you Trap a Tiger by Jae Keller
July 23 at 4pm - A wish in the dark by Christina Soontornvat
Aug 6 at 4pm - Beyond the Bright Sea by Lauren Wolk
Calling all super readers! Come join our summer book club where we’ll discuss a book, do an activity, and share a snack.  Please read the book before the meeting. Stop by the library to pick up your copy of the book and join us! Best for ages 8-12.
  Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Wednesday, Jul. 23, 6:30 pm
Heartfulness meditation is a simple yet profound practice that helps individuals achieve a deeper sense of relaxation, inner calm, and emotional balance. By focusing on the heart, this practice encourages self-awareness, and a connection to one’s inner self. It offers a practical approach to managing stress, reducing anxiety, and cultivating better sleep habits. Sponsored by Long Hill Township Public Library.
Wednesday, Jul. 23, 7:00PM
Once Upon a Time in Beverly Hills is a fun romp through the glamour and pitfalls of society and show biz in Los Angeles! Join us for this opportunity to hear from the author herself, Elaine Franklin of Beverly Hills.
Friday, Jul. 25, 3:00PM
Craft & Snack: Beaded Sunglasses
 
Do you love sunglasses? 
Do you love beads? 
Do you love air conditioning? 
If you answered yes to any of the above, join us at the library for a beaded sunglasses craft.
Friday, July 25   |    3pm-5pm   |    ages 11+
We supply the sunglasses AND the beads!  Sponsored by Long Hill Twp Public Library.
How to Draw Minecraf
Saturday, Jul. 26, 11:00 AM
Learn how to draw Minecraft Characters!  Miss Amanda will show you how to draw step-by-step using basic shapes and easy to follow instructions. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
Make Your Own Tie Dy
Tuesday, Jul. 29, 2:30 PM
Bring your own t shirt and create your very own Tie Dye Shirt! Best for kids ages 8–12.  Space is Limited. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
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