Sparta Library

8:30am-5:00pm

Sparta Library
22 Woodport Road
Sparta, NJ 07871
United States

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Sun: 1:00pm-5:00pm

Mon-Thu: 8:30am-8:00pm

Fri: 8:30am-5:00pm

Sat: 8:30am-3:00pm

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (7/06)	Mon (7/07)	Tue (7/08)	Wed (7/09)	Thu (7/10)	Fri (7/11)	Sat (7/12)
All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group Color Our World: 2025 Summer Reading Program All Day 6/23–8/16 All Ages Summer Reading Program This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Summer Reading Program Event Details: Click here to visit our Beanstack website!
	Library closed All Day Library closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Program Type: Library closed Event Details: The Library will be closed on Sundays in the summer through Labor Day weekend.
9 am			This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "School-Age Children" group Take Home Tuesday 9:00am–7:30pm Preschool, School-Age Children Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "School-Age Children" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Age Group: Preschool, School-Age Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program Registration Required Event Details: Pick up your kit on Tuesdays and use the instructions to assemble the pieces! Note: All craft kits must be picked up by Saturday at 1 p.m. of the corresponding week. A valid library card is required for this program. Disclaimer(s) 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.
10 am		This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Summer Storybook Crafts 10:00am–10:30am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading Program Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level) Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime, Summer Reading Program Registration Required Event Details: Join Mrs. C for a story followed by a book inspired craft! For ages 2-5, siblings (up to age 8) are able to join in on the fun. Registration is 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. 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 This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "School-Age Children" group Read and Play 10:00am–10:30am Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children Storytime, Summer Reading Program This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "School-Age Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level) Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading Program Event Details: Join Mrs. C in the storytime room for a short storytime followed by an optional "free play" where we will have some toys and manipulatives for your child to play with. For ages 1-6. 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 "All Ages" group Let's Play Chess 10:00am–12:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: 3D Printer Area Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Join Coach Tom Murray in a fun and educational session of chess! Learn the game or improve yours! No registration required; just drop in! This event is in the "Adults" group Scrabble 10:00am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: Reading Room 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 "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 3D Printer Training 10:00am–10:45am School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 3D Printer Closed Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: 3D Printer Area Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: 3D Printer Registration Required 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 This event is in the "Tweens" group Saturdays at the Library: Art Cart 10:00am–12:00pm Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children, Tweens Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: Youth Services Room Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for Saturdays at the Library! Drop in to the Youth Services Room between 10 am - 12 pm to make self guided crafts using our Art Cart! This program is intended for age 2 and above. 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.
11 am							This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 3D Printer Usage 11:00am–1:00pm School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 3D Printer Closed Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: 3D Printer Area Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: 3D Printer Registration Required 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.
12 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Play Mahjong 12:30pm–2:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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)
1 pm					This event is in the "Adults" group Throw-back Thursday "Jaws" 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Movie Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: Preschool Room (Lower Level) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movie Registration Required Event Details: Jaws (PG) 2h10min (1975)
2 pm			This event is in the "School-Age Children" group Crafternoon: Marble Paper 2:00pm–3:00pm School-Age Children Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program Closed Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Children" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level) Age Group: School-Age Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of crafting! For kids entering kindergarten - 3rd grade. Registration is required. Parents must remain with and help their child with the 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.
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5 pm			This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 3D Printer Training 5:00pm–5:45pm School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 3D Printer Closed Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: 3D Printer Area Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: 3D Printer Registration Required 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 3D Printer Training 5:00pm–5:45pm School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 3D Printer Closed Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: 3D Printer Area Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: 3D Printer Registration Required 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 "Adults" group Stitch Witches 5:45pm–7:45pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 3D Printer Training 5:00pm–5:45pm School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 3D Printer Closed Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: 3D Printer Area Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: 3D Printer Registration Required 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.
6 pm			This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Clay Workshop for Kids: Tropical Fish 6:00pm–7:00pm School-Age Children, Tweens Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program Closed Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level) Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program Registration Required Event Details: Join us as Creating with Clay teaches you how to make a Tropical Fish dish! For kids entering Grades 3-8. 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. 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 "All Ages" group Let's Play Chess 6:00pm–7:45pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: Reading Room Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Join Coach Tom Murray in a fun and educational session of chess! Learn the game or improve yours! No registration required; just drop in! This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 3D Printer Usage 6:00pm–8:00pm School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 3D Printer Closed Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: 3D Printer Area Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: 3D Printer Registration Required 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 "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 3D Printer Usage 6:00pm–8:00pm School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 3D Printer Closed Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: 3D Printer Area Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: 3D Printer Registration Required 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 "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group 3D Printer Usage 6:00pm–8:00pm School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults 3D Printer Closed Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: 3D Printer Area Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults Program Type: 3D Printer Registration Required 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 "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Art in the Evening: Pointillism 6:30pm–7:15pm School-Age Children, Tweens Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program Closed Registration Required This event is in the "School-Age Children" group This event is in the "Tweens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: Mahjong Room (Lower Level) Age Group: School-Age Children, Tweens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program Registration Required Event Details: Join Mrs. C for Art in the Evening! Each week, we will be creating a different type of art form. For those entering grades 3-6. Registration required. 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. 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 Meditation & QiGong 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Health & Wellness Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Sparta Library Room: Storytime Room (Lower Level) Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: QIGONG is an ancient Chinese healing art involving meditation, controlled breathing, and movement exercises.