Sussex County Library

Beloved Holiday Train Show Returns to SCLS Newton, NJ  –The Sussex County Library System (SCLS) is excited to welcome the Sussex County Railroad Club’s annual Holiday Train Show, back by popular demand! A cherished community tradition, this festive exhibit delights visitors of all ages with intricate layouts, miniature towns, and trains that capture the magic of the season. Join the fun at two locations this December: Saturday, December 6 th  at Dorothy Henry Branch in Vernon Saturday,...

Sussex County Library System Offers Guided Reading Book Lists to Support Young Readers Newton, NJ  – Finding books by reading levels just got easier at the Sussex County Library System (SCLS). Families and educators can now browse new librarian-curated book lists to find reading selections available at the library. Guided Reading Levels, developed by Fountas and Pinnell, provide a simple and effective system for matching children with books that support their developing reading skills. The...

Take a Glimpse into Sussex County’s Past with Digital Collections from SCLS   Newton, NJ  – The Sussex County Library System (SCLS) has expanded its growing Digital Image Collection, adding new sets of historic images that celebrate the county’s people, art, and landmarks. The online archive, curated by the Library’s Local History & Genealogy Department, now includes the Louis Larsen 1965 Exhibit Photos, Gingerbread Castle Collection, and Fred Kattermann Photograph Collection.   The Louis...