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View our calendar for both free and paid events that are open to the public. Private event details aren’t listed on the Dabbling Brook calendar.
Saturday, September 6, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm ET
Clifton Recycling Center
Recycle Drive, Clifton, NJ 07013
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Crafting program for Clifton’s youth at the Clifton Recycling Center. Visit the recycling center to transform materials into new creations.
No registration required
Monday, September 15, 2025
10:00 am - 10:40 am ET
Closter Public Library
280 High Street, Closter, NJ 07624
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Join in on a musical movement experience with some puppet pals and a heap of imagination.
To register your spot contact:
Lupita O’Brian 201-768-4197
Pre-registration is required, and is for a block of sessions.
This is part of a Fall series which includes the following dates:
9/15, 9/29, 10/13, 10/27, 11/10, 11/24, 12/8, 12/15
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm ET
4 week series:
Anzaldi Park
38 John Samra Way, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
CRAFTY KIDS PROGRAM (ages 7 - 12 years old)
In this program we will be makers and builders of miniature worlds, and sculpting prop designs. We will get our hands and minds busy with cutting, taping, gluing, sculpting, painting, and more. Explore new materials, learn safety tips, and try out different art mediums in new ways.
Limit is 10 per class
Registration is for a 4 week series: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8
Cost: $60.00 residents $70.00 non-residents
Registration is through Clifton Recreation Department:
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET
4 week series:
Anzaldi Park
38 John Samra Way, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
CRAFTING & TEA (ages - 18 years and up)
Let your stress go as you explore different art mediums and projects. This program will give you the excuse you needed to relax with fellow crafty adults and enjoy some hot tea as you unwind.
Basic art supplies will be provided, along with guidance for some simple projects, and plenty of room for art exploration. Some of what we will dabble in is: Paper crafting, printmaking, watercolors, sketching, collage, and more.
Limit is 10 per class
Registration is for a 4 week series: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8
Cost: $60.00 residents $70.00 non-residents
Registration is through Clifton Recreation Department:
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm ET
Anzaldi Park
38 John Samra Way, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
CRAFTY KIDS PROGRAM (ages 7 - 12 years old)
In this program we will be makers and builders of miniature worlds, and sculpting prop designs. We will get our hands and minds busy with cutting, taping, gluing, sculpting, painting, and more. Explore new materials, learn safety tips, and try out different art mediums in new ways.
Limit is 10 per class
Registration is for a 4 week series: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8
Cost: $60.00 residents $70.00 non-residents
Registration is through Clifton Recreation Department:
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET
4 week series:
Anzaldi Park
38 John Samra Way, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
CRAFTING & TEA (ages - 18 years and up)
Let your stress go as you explore different art mediums and projects. This program will give you the excuse you needed to relax with fellow crafty adults and enjoy some hot tea as you unwind.
Basic art supplies will be provided, along with guidance for some simple projects, and plenty of room for art exploration. Some of what we will dabble in is: Paper crafting, printmaking, watercolors, sketching, collage, and more.
Limit is 10 per class
Registration is for a 4 week series: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8
Cost: $60.00 residents $70.00 non-residents
Registration is through Clifton Recreation Department:
Saturday, September 27, 2025
11:00 am - 11:40 am ET
Carlstadt Public Library
420 Hackensack St, Carlstadt, NJ 07072
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Join us in on some story telling fun with our Brook Buddy puppet pals and Miss Mandi, as we venture into stories on Storybook farm.
Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.
Monday, September 29, 2025
10:00 am - 10:40 am ET
Closter Public Library
280 High Street, Closter, NJ 07624
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Join in on a musical movement experience with some puppet pals and a heap of imagination.
To register your spot contact:
Lupita O’Brian 201-768-4197
Pre-registration is required, and is for a block of sessions.
This is part of a Fall series which includes the following dates:
9/15, 9/29, 10/13, 10/27, 11/10, 11/24, 12/8, 12/15
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm ET
Anzaldi Park
38 John Samra Way, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
CRAFTY KIDS PROGRAM (ages 7 - 12 years old)
In this program we will be makers and builders of miniature worlds, and sculpting prop designs. We will get our hands and minds busy with cutting, taping, gluing, sculpting, painting, and more. Explore new materials, learn safety tips, and try out different art mediums in new ways.
Limit is 10 per class
Registration is for a 4 week series: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8
Cost: $60.00 residents $70.00 non-residents
Registration is through Clifton Recreation Department:
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET
4 week series:
Anzaldi Park
38 John Samra Way, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
CRAFTING & TEA (ages - 18 years and up)
Let your stress go as you explore different art mediums and projects. This program will give you the excuse you needed to relax with fellow crafty adults and enjoy some hot tea as you unwind.
Basic art supplies will be provided, along with guidance for some simple projects, and plenty of room for art exploration. Some of what we will dabble in is: Paper crafting, printmaking, watercolors, sketching, collage, and more.
Limit is 10 per class
Registration is for a 4 week series: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8
Cost: $60.00 residents $70.00 non-residents
Registration is through Clifton Recreation Department:
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm ET
Anzaldi Park
38 John Samra Way, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
CRAFTY KIDS PROGRAM (ages 7 - 12 years old)
In this program we will be makers and builders of miniature worlds, and sculpting prop designs. We will get our hands and minds busy with cutting, taping, gluing, sculpting, painting, and more. Explore new materials, learn safety tips, and try out different art mediums in new ways.
Limit is 10 per class
Registration is for a 4 week series: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8
Cost: $60.00 residents $70.00 non-residents
Registration is through Clifton Recreation Department:
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm ET
4 week series:
Anzaldi Park
38 John Samra Way, Clifton, NJ 07013, USA
CRAFTING & TEA (ages - 18 years and up)
Let your stress go as you explore different art mediums and projects. This program will give you the excuse you needed to relax with fellow crafty adults and enjoy some hot tea as you unwind.
Basic art supplies will be provided, along with guidance for some simple projects, and plenty of room for art exploration. Some of what we will dabble in is: Paper crafting, printmaking, watercolors, sketching, collage, and more.
Limit is 10 per class
Registration is for a 4 week series: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8
Cost: $60.00 residents $70.00 non-residents
Registration is through Clifton Recreation Department:
Monday, October 13, 2025
10:00 am - 10:40 am ET
Closter Public Library
280 High Street, Closter, NJ 07624
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Join in on a musical movement experience with some puppet pals and a heap of imagination.
To register your spot contact:
Lupita O’Brian 201-768-4197
Pre-registration is required, and is for a block of sessions.
This is part of a Fall series which includes the following dates:
9/15, 9/29, 10/13, 10/27, 11/10, 11/24, 12/8, 12/15
Saturday, October 25, 2025
11:00 am - 11:40 am ET
Carlstadt Public Library
420 Hackensack St, Carlstadt, NJ 07072
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Join us in on some story telling fun with our Brook Buddy puppet pals and Miss Mandi, as we venture into silly monster stories.
Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.
Monday, October 27, 2025
10:00 am - 10:40 am ET
Closter Public Library
280 High Street, Closter, NJ 07624
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Join in on a musical movement experience with some puppet pals and a heap of imagination.
To register your spot contact:
Lupita O’Brian 201-768-4197
Pre-registration is required, and is for a block of sessions.
This is part of a Fall series which includes the following dates:
9/15, 9/29, 10/13, 10/27, 11/10, 11/24, 12/8, 12/15
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
5:00 pm - 5:40 pm ET
Palisades Park Library
257 2nd St, Palisades Park, NJ 07650
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Join us in on some story telling fun with our Brook Buddy puppet pals and Miss Mandi, as we venture into silly monster stories.
Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.
Saturday, November 1, 2025
11:00 am - 11:40 am ET
Glen Ridge Public Library
240 Ridgewood Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
This puppet show is a new spin on the elves and the shoemaker. This show is a mixture of rod marionettes, and shadow puppetry.
Sometimes life takes an unexpected turn, and you may feel stuck. Many times a solution to a problem may already be right under our noses, if we can just open our minds to new possibilities.
Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.
Monday, November 10, 2025
10:00 am - 10:40 am ET
Closter Public Library
280 High Street, Closter, NJ 07624
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Join in on a musical movement experience with some puppet pals and a heap of imagination.
To register your spot contact:
Lupita O’Brian 201-768-4197
Pre-registration is required, and is for a block of sessions.
This is part of a Fall series which includes the following dates:
9/15, 9/29, 10/13, 10/27, 11/10, 11/24, 12/8, 12/15
Monday, November 24, 2025
10:00 am - 10:40 am ET
Closter Public Library
280 High Street, Closter, NJ 07624
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Join in on a musical movement experience with some puppet pals and a heap of imagination.
To register your spot contact:
Lupita O’Brian 201-768-4197
Pre-registration is required, and is for a block of sessions.
This is part of a Fall series which includes the following dates:
9/15, 9/29, 10/13, 10/27, 11/10, 11/24, 12/8, 12/15
Saturday, November 29, 2025
11:00 am - 11:40 am ET
Carlstadt Public Library
420 Hackensack St, Carlstadt, NJ 07072
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
This puppet show is a new spin on the elves and the shoemaker. This show is a mixture of rod marionettes, and shadow puppetry.
Sometimes life takes an unexpected turn, and you may feel stuck. Many times a solution to a problem may already be right under our noses, if we can just open our minds to new possibilities.
Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.
Saturday, November 29, 2025
There will be slots throughout the day.
The Eclectic Chic Boutique
547 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042
This will be our second year hosting a cookie hose decorating event at The Eclectic Chic Boutique. Hope to see you there for the fun.
More Details to follow. :)
Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
3:30 pm - 4:10 pm ET
Palisades Park Library
257 2nd St, Palisades Park, NJ 07650
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
This puppet show is a new spin on the elves and the shoemaker. This show is a mixture of rod marionettes, and shadow puppetry.
Sometimes life takes an unexpected turn, and you may feel stuck. Many times a solution to a problem may already be right under our noses, if we can just open our minds to new possibilities.
Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.
Monday, December 13, 2025
10:00 am - 10:40 am ET
Closter Public Library
280 High Street, Closter, NJ 07624
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Join in on a musical movement experience with some puppet pals and a heap of imagination.
To register your spot contact:
Lupita O’Brian 201-768-4197
Pre-registration is required, and is for a block of sessions.
This is part of a Fall series which includes the following dates:
9/15, 9/29, 10/13, 10/27, 11/10, 11/24, 12/8, 12/15
Monday, December 15, 2025
10:00 am - 10:40 am ET
Closter Public Library
280 High Street, Closter, NJ 07624
⭐ FREE EVENT ⭐
Join in on a musical movement experience with some puppet pals and a heap of imagination.
To register your spot contact:
Lupita O’Brian 201-768-4197
Pre-registration is required, and is for a block of sessions.
This is part of a Fall series which includes the following dates:
9/15, 9/29, 10/13, 10/27, 11/10, 11/24, 12/8, 12/22
Thes guys make appearances at our Dabbling Brook events, and story times. The Brook Buddies have there very own Instagram page and they appear in our YouTube videos as well. Meet them online or in person at our upcoming events.
Brook Buddies Instagram page: @brook_buddies
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