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Event Highlights for Children and Young Adults from the

Franklin Lakes Public Library.

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For a full list of programs and events, as well as safe Library use guidelines, visit our website, Facebook or Instagram accounts.


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Friday, April 18 - Good Friday

Sunday, April 20 - Easter Sunday

From the Children's Department

Kids Design the 2025 Summer Reading Bookmark


Thank you to everyone that participated in our bookmark contest! Winners will be announced mid-April and the printed bookmarks will be ready for our Summer Reading kick-off in June!

Rainbow Mobile for Grades K-5

Tuesday, April 15th

4:30 p.m.


Use foam to create a rainbow mobile with raindrops coming from the clouds. Program will be hosted at the library on Tuesday, April 15th at 4:30 p.m. Grades K-5. Register here:

Click here to register

Giant Games Hour for PreK-Grade 5

Wednesday, April 16th

4:30 p.m.


Join us for giant versions of games we love, such as Connect 4, Jenga, Dominos, and more. Program will be hosted at the library on Wednesday, April 16 at 4:30 p.m. PreK-Grade 5.

Click here to register

Kids Snack Class for Grades 5 and Below

Thursday, April 17th

4:30 p.m.


Learn how to make easy snacks from Melissa, a registered dietician. Program will be hosted at the library on Thursday, April 17th at 4:30 p.m. Grades 5 and below. Please note all food allergies upon registering.

Click here to register
book story fantasy

Storytime with Miss Jen for Ages 0-3

Tuesdays, April 22nd and 29th

Wednesdays, April 23rd and 30th

11:00 a.m.


Join Miss Jen for stories, songs, and more. Programs will be hosted at the library on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in April at 11:00 a.m. Ages 0-3 years old.

Click here to register
kids family dance

Jiggly Wiggly for Grades 5 and Below

Thursday, April 24th

10:30 a.m.


Enjoy music, movement, and story-time fun with Ms. Christina. Programs will be hosted at the library on Thursday, April 24th at 10:30 AM. Grades 5 and below.

Click here to register

Needle Felting for Kids for Grades 3-5

Tuesday, April 22nd

4:30 p.m.


Learn how to create an animal themed project from our needle felting expert, Christine. Felting wool and tools will be provided during class. Program will be hosted at the library on Tuesday, April 22nd at 4:30 p.m. Grades 3-5.

Click here to register

Friday Krafty Kids Grab & Go for Grades 5 and Below

Friday, April 25th

Starting at 10:00 a.m.


Crafts are available for pickup starting at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 25th. Grade 5 and below. First come, first served as there is a limited amount available.

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Design a Superhero for PreK-Grade 5

Thursday, April 24th

4:30 p.m.


Ever wanted to become a superhero? Join our class to design your own superhero gear. Program will be hosted at the library on Thursday, April 24th at 4:30 p.m. PreK-Grade 5.

Click here to register

DIY Cactus Grab & Go for PreK-Grade 5

Monday, April 28th

Starting at 10:00 a.m.


Projects are available for pickup starting at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, April 28th. The last day for pickup is May 4th. After this time, projects will be passed on to the families on the waitlist. PreK-Grade 5. Register here:

Click here to register

From the Teen Department

Soda Taste Test

Thursday, April 17th

3:15 p.m.


How well do you know your fizzy drinks? Can you guess the soda flavors just by taste and color? Are you brave enough to try some really weird soda flavors? Stop by and test your tasting skills! This is a drop in event, but registration is appreciated! TEENS IN GRADES 6-12 ONLY!

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Teen Grab & Go: Flower Cat Paint By Numbers

Pick up on Monday, April 21st

10:00 a.m.


Paint a furry floral friend for Spring with a paint by numbers kit! Due to limited supplies you MUST register for this craft. We only hold kits for a week before they are given to the next person on the waitlist. GRADES 6-12 ONLY!

Click here to register

Teen Bingo

Wednesday, April 23rd

3:15 p.m.


It doesn't matter what anyone thinks: Bingo is always fun! So stop by the library to play a few rounds of classic bingo, win some prizes, shout a bunch of numbers and just chill with us! This is a drop in event so registration is not required. GRADES 6-12 ONLY.

Teen Slime

Friday, April 25th

3:15 p.m.


Unwind with a little slime at the library where you can freely play around with making slime of different colors and textures just for the fun of it! This is a drop in event so registration is not required, but appreciated! GRADES 6-12 ONLY!

Click here to register

Teen Cricut Heat Press Craft

Tuesday, April 29th

3:15 p.m.


Come be crafty with us by trying out making some personalized bags or shirts using out Cricut Heat Press! Due to limited supplies please register for this craft! GRADES 6-12 ONLY!

Click here to register

Ongoing at the Library

Museum Passes


To take advantage of this incredible opportunity, simply visit www.franklinlakeslibrary.org/museumpasses




Interested in supporting the Franklin Lakes Library? Check out the Friends of the Franklin Library at https://franklinlakeslibrary.org/friends-of-the-franklin-lakes-library

Franklin Lakes Public Library

470 DeKorte Drive

Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417

201-891-2224

https://www.franklinlakeslibrary.org/

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