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Request to all parents/guardians: Please call the library at least 24 hours in advance if possible if your child/children will not be attending a program after you have signed them up. When we reach a certain number of participants, we have to close the program to other children due to supplies and limited space. We are still getting no shows for programs.

Story Time
Tuesdays at 10:30am
September 9 – December 9
For ages 3 – 5 yrs.
Sorry, class is full.
Story time offers 30-minute sessions with a story and other fun activities. Parents must remain in the Library. This free program is limited to 12 children. Registration is required on Google Forms. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know. If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

Toddler Time
Thursdays at 10:30am
September 11 – December 11
For ages 2 – 3 yrs.
Sorry, class is full.
Toddler time offers a 30-minute session with a story and a small craft for children and caretakers. This free program is limited to 8 children and 8 caretakers. Registration is required on Google Forms. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know. If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

An 8th grade student may apply to an academy in fields like business, culinary, education, environmental science, healthcare, engineering, and more. Attend to learn about all program offerings, admissions requirements, and how MCVSD helps students get a head start on college and future careers. Attending is a great opportunity to see if an academy is the right fit for your student’s goals.

Halloween Craft Trick or Treat DROP in Craft
Friday, October 31: HALLOWEEN

Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Ages: 3 – 10 yrs. old
No registration required
Stop in the Library anytime between 1:00pm – 4:00pm and assemble a Halloween Craft with Ms. Annette. While supplies last. Happy Halloween.

Rudolph Scavenger Hunt
Registration: Complete the Scavenger Hunt form.
When: November 3 – November 21, 2025
Participate in this scavenger hunt for a chance to win 1 adult and 1 child’s ticket to see Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer between December 5 and December 21, 2025 at The Growing Stage Theater in Netcong, NJ. Box Office #: 973-347-4946.

Give the Birds a Home for the Winter
When: Monday, November 3, 2025
Time: 4:00pm – 4:45pm
Register on Google Forms
Choose from an assortment of paints and decorate a small wooden birdhouse for the birds who remain in New Jersey. Birds like the American Goldfinch, the fox sparrow, the house finch, cardinal or a blue jay to name a few remain here in the winter. If you need help registering on Google Forms, please call the library at 973-838-3262. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.

Butler Library is a Toys for Tots Drop off Location
When: November 8 – December 11, 2025
Time: During Butler Library hours
Where: Butler Library Toys for Tots collection box
This annual drive provides area residents with a wonderful opportunity to donate a toy for a child from newborn to 14 years of age. All new unwrapped toys must be safe and age appropriate for both boys and girls. Please consider dropping off a child’s toy gift to our drop-off location no later than December 11, 2025.

Get ready for the Holidays!
Holiday Mason Jar Table Decoration
When: Monday, November 10
Time: 4:00pm – 4:45pm.
For ages 4 – 10 yrs.
Register on Google Forms
Create a beautiful mason jar table decoration with supplies provided by the library. Register on google forms and join in on the fun. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know. If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

Holiday Pictures
When: Thursday, November 21, 2025 – Saturday, November 22, 2025
Where: Large print room in the Library
Time: During Library hours
No Registration
Bring your own camera to take pictures of your child in front of a beautiful Christmas themed backdrop with props.

Get ready for Winter!
Pinecone Christmas Trees (Each pinecone is about 7- 8 inches tall)
When: Saturday, November 22
Time: 11:00am – 11:45am
For ages 4 – 10 yrs.
Register on Google Forms
Decorate a large pine cone for the holidays. All supplies are provided by the library, so register on google forms and join in on the fun. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know. If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

Santa Letters
When: November 24 – December 19
Visit the children’s area of the library, write a letter to Santa, and place it in the mailbox on the table in the Children’s Center. Each child will receive a letter from Santa provided name and address are clearly written on the letter. Happy Holidays to all!

Ozobots
When: Monday, December 8
Time: 6:00pm – 6:45pm
Ages: 5 – 10 years
Register on Google Forms or visit the Library to register.
Children actively learn the basics of coding while using coding puzzles or coding activities for EVO Ozobots. This free program is limited to 12 participants. If you need help registering on Google Forms, please call the library at 973-838-3262. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.

LEGO Race Car
When: Monday, December 29
Time: 1:00 – 1:45pm
Ages: 6 – 11 years
Register on Google Forms or visit the Library to register.
Assemble a 29 piece LEGO Formula 1 race car and have fun racing it down our new flexible track. This free program is limited to 18 participants. If you need help registering on Google Forms, please call the library at 973-838-3262. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.

Story Time Winter Session
Tuesdays at 10:30am
January 6 – March 10, 2026
For ages 3 – 5 yrs.
Sign up on Google Forms
Story time offers 30-minute sessions with a story and other fun activities. Parents must remain in the Library. This free program is limited to 12 children. Registration is required on Google Forms. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know. If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

Toddler Time Winter Session
Thursdays at 10:30am
January 8 – March 12, 2026
For ages 2 – 3 yrs.
Sign up on Google Forms
Toddler time offers a 30-minute session with a story and a small craft for children and caretakers. This free program is limited to 8 children and 8 caretakers. Registration is required on Google Forms. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know. If you need help registering, please call the library at 973-838-3262.

Build a Small Snowman Craft
When: January 10, 2026
Time: 1:00 – 2:00pm
For ages 3 – 10 yrs.
Sign up on Google Forms
All supplies to build the snowman will be provided by the library like modeling foam, scarves, carrots, plastic sticks, and hats. Register on google forms for this free program. If you need help registering on Google Forms, please call the library at 973-838-3262. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.

Pizza & Paint
When: Friday, January 23, 202
Time: 7:00 – 8:00pm
For Ages: 11- 14 yrs.
Sign up on Google Forms
Join us for a slice of pizza and paint a design on canvas. All supplies, pizza, and drinks will be provided by the Library. Register on google forms for this free program. If you need help registering on Google Forms, please call the library at 973-838-3262. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.

Paint a Wintery Moon Lamp
When: Monday, January 26, 2026
Time: 5:30 – 6:30pm
Ages: 5 – 12 years
Sign up on Google Forms
Using shades of blue and white, paint your very own moon lamp that lights up with supplies provided by the library. Register on google forms for this free program. If you need help registering on Google Forms, please call the library at 973-838-3262. If you are no longer able to attend after you sign up for this program, please call the library and let us know.

Read a Story to Cory
For Beginner Readers
Every Monday from 6:15pm – 7:15pm
Come read to Cory, a Shih Tzu dog, with Ms. Kim Boon at the Library. Cory, a licensed therapy dog and his owner can’t wait for you to come and read a story to him. Sign up for a 15 minute session by calling the Butler Library at: 973-838-3262. This program is free and meets Monday nights.

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