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Around the Kitchen Table: Spring Cleaning

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Education, Health & Wellness
Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Program Type: Education, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Around the Kitchen Table: Spring Cleaning the Pantry

presented by Kristen Eannetta

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Playdough Playtime

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Room at Sparta Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Playdough Playtime for children AND an accompanying adult. Squish, shape, and roll with our HOMEMADE playdough. All supplies will be provided.  Recommended for ages 18 months-5. Drop in between 10AM-12PM.   No registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Play Mahjong

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Mahjong Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Whether you're a beginner or a maven, join us for fun and refreshments! (Drop-in program)

This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printer Training

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
3D Printer Area at Sparta Library
Program Type:
3D Printer, Technology Class
Age Group:
School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
3D Printer Training:

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.C...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 3

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Tween/Teen Cuisine

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Storytime Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Education
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Calling all tweens and teens! Join us for an evening of food prep. Each month, we will be making different kinds of food from appetizers to side dishes to desserts.

Open for those in grades 5-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Food and Drink

Please be aware that we use food in some of our programs, both as snacks and as craft supplies. Actual ingredients will be provided, but we are not able to guarantee that any food item will be completely free of food allergens. By registering for this program, you hereby acknowledge that you are aware that Sparta Public Library cannot guarantee a completely allergen free atmosphere in this program and have chosen to allow your child(ren) to participate fully or partially despite this.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

Programs & Sparta Cardholders

Due to the popularity of certain programs held at Sparta Library, Sparta cardholders will have first option for registration. If the program has not filled a week prior to the date of presentation, the event will be opened to non-Sparta cardholders. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stitch Witches

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Reading Room at Sparta Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Stitch Witches is a group for all needle crafters.  Bring your works-in-progress and join others for ideas, questions, help with your project or just the joy of needling together!

All levels are welcome. 

This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printer Usage

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
3D Printer Area at Sparta Library
Program Type:
3D Printer, STEM, Technology Class
Age Group:
School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
3D Printer Usage:

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hourClick ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer, STEM, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.

Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hour

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Scrabble

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
3D Printer Area at Sparta Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Novice or master, you're invited to join us for fun and refreshments! We have a board waiting for you! (Drop-in program)

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Storytime Easter Egg Hunt-Preschool

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Reading Room at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Happy Easter! Come and join Mrs. C reading holiday stories and making an egg basket craft. After, we will search the library yard (weather permitting- otherwise the Youth Services' room) to fill our basket with plastic eggs!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Storytime Easter Egg Hunt-Toddlers

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Youth Services Room at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Happy Easter! Come and join Mrs. C reading holiday stories and making an egg basket craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Throw-back Thursday "Moonstruck"

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Preschool Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Preschool Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Moonstruck (PG) 1h42in (1987)

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Meditation & QiGong

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

QIGONG is an ancient Chinese healing art involving meditation, controlled breathing, and movement exercises.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spanish Language Class (Beginners Level 2)

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Mahjong Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Education
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Education
Event Details:

This is a 12 week beginners level 2 Spanish class which will include:

- Introduction to Spanish pronunciation and grammar

- Basic conversation and vocabulary

- Cultural insights

No previous Spanish experience necessary.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Snacktivity: Fruit Cars

Friday, April 18, 2025 at 11:45am - 12:15pm
Storytime Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool
Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Join Miss Gina as she will be reading a story and together we will create a themed snack. Caregiver should stay to assist the child in the snack preparation. This month we are making Fruit Cars.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food and Drink

Please be aware that we use food in some of our programs, both as snacks and as craft supplies. Actual ingredients will be provided, but we are not able to guarantee that any food item will be completely free of food allergens. By registering for this program, you hereby acknowledge that you are aware that Sparta Public Library cannot guarantee a completely allergen free atmosphere in this program and have chosen to allow your child(ren) to participate fully or partially despite this.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printer Training

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
3D Printer Area at Sparta Library
Program Type:
3D Printer, Technology Class
Age Group:
School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
3D Printer Training:

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.C...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 3

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.

Storytime with Creature Comfort Pet Therapy

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Services Room at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Creature Comfort:

Join us for storytime with a therapy dog from Creature Comfort. Listen to a few stories and hang out with the dogs!  Participants will have a chance to sit independe...

Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Storytime

Join us for storytime with a therapy dog from Creature Comfort. Listen to a few stories and hang out with the dogs!  Participants will have a chance to sit independently and read to one of the dogs.

Parents/guardians must remain with their child during this program.

No registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printer Usage

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
3D Printer Area at Sparta Library
Program Type:
3D Printer, STEM, Technology Class
Age Group:
School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
3D Printer Usage:

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hourClick ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer, STEM, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.

Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hour

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

Library closed

All Day
Sparta Library
Program Type:
Library closed
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Program Type: Library closed
Event Details:

The library will be closed in observance of Easter.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.

Storybook Crafts

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join Mrs. C for a story followed by a book inspired craft! For ages 2-5. Registration is required. Please register each child individually, using the child's name. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.

Book Nook presented by our Teen Advisory Board

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 11:45am - 12:15pm
Storytime Room (Lower Level) at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
School-Age Children
Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level)
Age Group: School-Age Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join our volunteers for a fun Storytime followed by a related craft. This month they will be reading If You Give a Mouse a Muffin. Each participant will also leave with a small related snack. This program is for ages 5-7. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Food and Drink

Please be aware that we use food in some of our programs, both as snacks and as craft supplies. Actual ingredients will be provided, but we are not able to guarantee that any food item will be completely free of food allergens. By registering for this program, you hereby acknowledge that you are aware that Sparta Public Library cannot guarantee a completely allergen free atmosphere in this program and have chosen to allow your child(ren) to participate fully or partially despite this.

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

No Show

If you are unable to attend a program, you must cancel your registration. If you do not attend, you are a considered to be a "no show." After your 3rd no show, you will not be able to register for programs for 4 (four) weeks.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.

Spring Break: S.T.E.M. Station

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Services Room at Sparta Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Preschool, School-Age Children
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Youth Services Room
Age Group: Preschool, School-Age Children
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

It's Spring Break!! Drop into the Youth Services room anytime between 1-3 to explore various S.T.E.M. activities and kits. Ages 3+ No registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printer Training

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
3D Printer Area at Sparta Library
Program Type:
3D Printer, Technology Class
Age Group:
School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
3D Printer Training:

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.C...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 3

Sign up to be trained on how our 3D printer works. You must be 10 years of age and go through a training session before you will be allowed to sign up for printing time.

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

3D Printer Usage

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
3D Printer Area at Sparta Library
Program Type:
3D Printer, STEM, Technology Class
Age Group:
School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
3D Printer Usage:

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hourClick ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: 3D Printer Area
Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Adults
Program Type: 3D Printer, STEM, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

After having gone through a 3D Printer training session, you can book time with the 3D Printer.

Printing costs: Sparta cardholders - $2 per hour; non-cardholders - $4 per hour

Click here to read more about the 3D Printer: https://spartalibrary.com/using-the-library/#tab-3d-printer

Disclaimer(s)

Holds Harmless Disclaimer

By registering for this program, you hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Township of Sparta and Sparta Library, their employees, and agents for any and all injuries which may be suffered by yourself and/or participants during this event.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Midday Unwind Yoga on ZOOM

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Zoom Program at Sparta Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Sparta Library
Room: Zoom Program
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Midday Unwind Yoga on ZOOM with Laura Mazzella "The Traveling Yogi" Every Tuesday!