Events

Sunset Crafts

Glen Rock - Children's Room

For Pre-K-Grade 3 Come to the library Wednesday evening for a fun drop-in craft project! There is no registration for this program, but supplies are limited and will be on a first come, first served basis. This program is kindly sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Rock Public Library.

[CANCELLED] ESL Conversation Class

Hackensack - Oritani Conference Room

These classes are for learners with high-intermediate to advanced English proficiency. They are designed to help you feel more comfortable speaking English in social settings by building vocabulary and improving pronunciation. No registration required. Questions? Contact Michelle at 551-286-8244 or [email protected]

Baduk Game Class

Palisades Park - Meeting Room

This is a Go(Baduk) game class held at the Palisades Park Library . Students who have completed a basic beginner course and are ready to play games are always welcome . Classes are held every Wednesday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM . Come and enjoy fun and engaging Go games! This class is conducted in Korean

American Mahjong Class

Palisades Park - Meeting Room

Join us for a fun and engaging American Mahjong class! Whether you're a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, all are welcome. The class will be conducted in both English and Korean. Please come ready to play and have fun—we look forward to seeing you! 아메리칸 마작 클래스 초보자부터 경험자까지 모두 환영합니다! 기본 규칙과 전략을 배우며 즐거운 시간을 함께하세요 수업은 영어와 한국어로 진행됩니다. 편안한 마음으로 참여해 주세요

Fashion Stitches: Open Sewing Lab

Paramus - Main - 116 E. Century Road

Fashion Stitches: Open Sewing Lab June 17 - September 2, 6-8 pm (Wednesday) every week except 7/29, 8/5, and 8/12 Join us for a new Open Sewing Session at the Paramus Public Library—an extension of our popular Fashion Stitches classes! This relaxed, drop-in session is designed to support anyone working on sewing projects, whether you’re finishing up a piece from class or tackling somet

Computers 1-1 for Beginners

Ridgefield Park - Reference Room

Looking for help setting up an email account? Unsure how to use Microsoft Word? Interested in learning more about Google Drive? Then register for our computer classes! Sign up to meet one-on-one with Hayley, the Young Adult/Reference Librarian, to learn more how to make the most of the most commonly used technology, including: Email How to create an account How to compose an email How to reply to

Friends of the Library Book Group Special Meeting

River Vale - Community Room

The Friends of the River Vale Library Book Group will be meeting to pick the 2026 - 2027 books. Please bring a few title suggestions along with a short summary of each.

Origami Class

Rochelle Park - Meeting Room

Join us for our weekly origami class. We will be practicing gratitude through origami. This event will take place at the library. For more information, please contact us.

Read 'Em & Eat Book Club

Rutherford - Glass Room

Come join us for a lively book discussion with snacks. This month's selection is TBD Registration is required.

Mah Johnng Lessons

Waldwick - Meeting Room

Have you always wanted to learn how to play the game? We are offering a four week beginner course - Wednesdays, June 3, 10, 17 & 24 - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Limited enrollment. Call 201-652-5104 to reserve a space. please commit to attending all classes. All materials provided, free to all.

LVPV Online Intermediate Class

NEW! Zumba Fitness Class (IN PERSON)

Holy Name Medical Center, Teaneck

09:30 AM – 10:30 AM

Imagination In Pieces: A Collage Creation Workshop (IN PERSON)

Holy Name Medical Center, Teaneck

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Librarian's Choice Book Club

Online

Join Carolina for a lively discussion on our latest book club pick, "The Year of Magical Thinking" by Joan Didion. NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • NATIONAL BOOK AWARD WINNER • A landmark work about grief, love, and survival from one of America’s most iconic writers One of The New York Times’s 100 Best Books of the 21st Century • One of The Guardian’s 100 Best Books of

Sound Bath Session

Garfield - Community Room

Join us for free sound bath healing sessions at the library, led by Oneness Healing. A sound bath is a meditative experience where you lie down and are "bathed" in sound waves and vibrations. The sound calms the mind, reduces stress, and promotes physical healing. Bring your own mat, or use one of ours. Free Event, No Registration Required. Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Ave Garfield, NJ 973-

Evening Book Club

John W. Salzig Meeting Room

Join us for our book club for adults on the last wednesday of every month! This month’s book is Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk. Registration is suggested, not required.

ESL Conversations on Zoom

Rutherford Free Public Library

Join Miss Tati on Zoom for ESL Conversation! This class is open to all English language learners. Please email Miss Tati to receive the Zoom link.

Table Top/Board Games for Adults

Wyckoff - Shotmeyer Room

Do you love playing board games? Have you heard of Pandemic, Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Seven Wonders, Small World, or Carcassonne and wondered what they are all about? We will have a selection of board games and card games on hand to demonstrate and play. Experienced gamers will help you learn the rules.

“Found Drowned”: A Palisades Cold Case from 1873

Fort Lee Historic Park, Palisades Interstate Park Commission, Hudson Terrace, Fort Lee, NJ 07024, USA

Illustrated talk with Eric Nelsen at the Visitor Center at Fort Lee Historic Park . In the summer of 1873, the body of an “unknown woman” was recovered from the Hudson River along the Palisades. Her identification by her fiancé a few days later would lead to a fascinating story. Eric will share some of the insights he has uncovered since he first came upon this “Jersey Horror” twenty years ago.

I'm a Gardener... And a Magician, ages 7+

Tenafly - Friends Room

Registration required Create a homemade hydroponic system and learn about the magic of growing plants in only water. Blending STEM and gardening, this is a great program for those who love to grow things, are curious about nature, budding engineers who like to build, or any mix of the above.