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Saturday, November 7

STEM Saturdays with Mrs.ThressaFREE

STEM Saturdays with Mrs.Thressa

Montclair Public Library · Montclair

Join us on as we dive into a S.T.E.M. (Science Technology Engineering & Math) story time, then engage in an interactive activity that connects to the story! November 7th: Engineer the Library Remodel The Library is getting a renovation and we would love to see what your architecture and engineering brains would come up with. Join us as we create our own blueprint designs of how you would transform MPL! Recommended ages 5-11

Ages 5–11

Monday, November 9

Play-Doh PlaydateFREE

Play-Doh Playdate

Montclair Public Library · Montclair

This hands-on program invites children to explore their creativity and fine motor skills through free play with Play-Doh. Children will engage in sensory exploration, shaping, and molding while learning about textures and colors. No registration required; space is limited.

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Color JamFREE

Color Jam

Montclair Public Library · Montclair

Come join us for a weekly group coloring project while we listen to music together! Different musical genres and decade each week! To stay informed, sign up for one or all of our eNewsletters, click here.

Ages 5–10Weekly
Play-Doh PlaydateFREE

Play-Doh Playdate

Montclair Public Library · Montclair

This hands-on program invites children to explore their creativity and fine motor skills through free play with Play-Doh. Children will engage in sensory exploration, shaping, and molding while learning about textures and colors. No registration required; space is limited.

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Read to KoKo the Therapy DogFREE

Read to KoKo the Therapy Dog

Montclair Public Library · Montclair

Come read aloud to KoKo the therapy dog, a dear friend of the library! Would you like to practice reading aloud with expression and fluency? Or would you like to spend time with a furry friend to bring a smile to your face? Well, you can do both by reading aloud to KoKo the Therapy Dog. Please sign up for a 10 minute slot to get cozy with KoKo and share a good book. We will provide a variety of books to choose. REGISTER HERE for your slot! This is not a drop-in event. Registration is required. (You may ONLY sign up on the above Sign-Up Genius link. Please sign up only once a month so that other children can have a turn.)

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Tuesday, November 10

Babies in the LibraryFREE

Babies in the Library

Montclair Public Library · Montclair

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board books will be introduced during each session. Make baby's first library experience a special one! No registration required, space is limited.

Up to age 2Drop-in
Babies in the LibraryFREE

Babies in the Library

Montclair Public Library · Montclair

Babies meet babies! Parents and caregivers sing nursery rhymes together with their little ones. Songs, language activities, and board books will be introduced during each session. Make baby's first library experience a special one! No registration required, space is limited.

Up to age 2Drop-in

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Broadway Boundshow

Broadway Bound

Vanguard Theater Company · Montclair

This program meets weekly on Saturdays for nine weeks, with an additional session on Friday, November 20 for showcase rehearsal. On Saturday, November 21, students will meet from 9:00 AM–12:00 PM for final the final dress rehearsal before presenting their cabaret-style showcase at 3:00 PM. Throughout the program, students will train in dance, vocals, and acting while working with their teachers to refine their pieces and performance skills. The experience culminates in a showcase featuring students’ favorite pieces for friends, family, and fans!

Ages 8–14