News & Information

Contact: Julie Knapp
Sussex County Main Library
973 948-3660 ext. 3409
jknapp@sussexcountylibrary.org

Newton, NJ – The Sussex County Library System (SCLS) invites community members of all ages to join in the holiday spirit with festive programs, creative workshops, and a wide selection of seasonal books, movies, and music. Whether you're looking for heartwarming tales, thrilling mysteries, or engaging nonfiction, SCLS has something for everyone. Additionally, each branch is hosting a variety of seasonal events throughout December, including:

Winter Crafts for Adults

• Crochet Christmas Tree Workshop: Saturday, December 6 at 10:00 am; Sussex-Wantage Branch (Wantage)
• Macrame Christmas Tree Workshop: Saturday, December 6 at 10:00 am; Sussex-Wantage Branch (Wantage)
• Winter Watercolor Painting with Regina: Saturday, December 13 at 12:00 pm; Main Library (Frankford)

Tea Tastings

• Tuesday, December 2 at 6:00 pm; Franklin Branch (Franklin)
• Tuesday, December 16 at 6:00 pm; Dorothy Henry Branch (Vernon)

Cookie Exchanges

• Delectable Delights: Wednesday, December 3 at 6:15 pm; Main Library (Frankford)
• Franklin Foodies: Tuesday, December 16 at 5:30 pm; Franklin Branch (Franklin)

Cupcake and Cookie Decorating for Adults and Kids

• Cupcake Decorating with Amanda for Adults: Thursday, December 4 at 6:00 pm; Louise Childs (Stanhope)
• Cupcake Decorating for Adults: Monday, December 8 at 6:00 pm; Sussex-Wantage (Wantage)
• Cupcake Decorating for Ages 6-12: Wednesday, December 10 at 5:00 pm; Sussex-Wantage (Wantage)
• Holiday Cookie Decorating Workshop for Adults: Thursday, December 11 at 10:00 am; Main Library (Frankford)

Crafts for Kids and Teens

• Make and Donate Holiday Greeting Cards: Thursday, December 4 at 4:00 pm; Franklin Branch (Franklin)
• Holiday Ornament Making: Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 pm; Louise Childs Branch (Stanhope)
• Light-Up Holiday Cards STEM: Tuesday, December 9 at 5:00 pm; Louise Childs Branch (Stanhope)
• Holiday Open House: Tuesday, December 23 at 10:00 am; Sussex-Wantage Branch (Wantage)

Meg’s Artistry: Art Class for Kids

• Saturday, December 13 at 2:00 pm; Louise Childs Branch (Stanhope)
• Saturday, December 20 at 1:00 pm; Main Library (Frankford)
• Monday, December 29 at 3:30 pm; Sussex-Wantage Branch (Wantage)

Storytime with Santa

• Tuesday, December 23 at 10:00 am; Louise Childs Branch (Stanhope)
• Tuesday, December 23 at 3:00 pm; Louise Childs Branch (Stanhope)

Holiday Events All Ages

• Holiday Train Show: Saturday, December 6 at 10:00 am; Dorothy Henry Branch (Vernon)
• Holiday Concert: Saturday, December 13 at 1:00 pm; Franklin Branch (Franklin)
• Under the Tree at Liberty Hall: Wednesday, December 17 at 2:00 pm; Zoom
• Holiday Train Show: Saturday, December 20 at 10:00 am; Sussex-Wantage Branch (Wantage)

For more information about events, branch locations, or the SCLS catalog, please visit sussexcountylibrary.org or contact your local library. All events are free and open to the public.