Events

Chemistry Club, Ages 8 to 10

Tenafly - Teen Space

Registration required. Register for each meeting separately. Experiments will be led by a Teen Volunteer who has been volunteering for the library since Middle School. Vivaan Busireddy, now a Sophomore at THS, will share his love of science through a couple of hands on chemistry experiments. Projects: July 1 - Self Inflating - Question/ Hypothesis: Can we blow up a balloon without breathing into i

Toddler Story Time

Oradell - Junior Room

Toddler story time with Ms. Alyssa Books, music, and movement for ages 18 mos-4 years

Fourth of July Fireworks STEM

Bergenfield - Children's Activity Room (2nd Floor)

Let’s make some kid-friendly (fake) indoor fireworks with some simple ingredients. For Grades 3 - 5. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Children must belong to the appropriate age group in order to register for a program. Only one adult per registered child. Adults must register each child attending the program separately. Please be adv

Tiny But Mighty Storytime

Bogota - 2nd Floor Senior Center

Join Mr. Tommy for a fun storytime geared towards youngsters ages 0-3. This program will include a combination of stories and songs that will keep your children engaged the whole time! One spot per child and registration is required. **Please note the 7/22 event will be Mr. Corbitt Storytime. You can register HERE . There will be no storytime on 9/2

ESL Conversation Group

Demarest - Teen Room

Improve your English speaking skills through conversation practice here at Demarest! We are a small handful of local students meeting on a weekly basis. Most of us have a basic to intermediate level of speaking. Masks are optional and everyone is welcome to attend. No registration required. Our group meets downstairs in the Teen Room at the library , located at 90 Hardenburgh Avenue. Contact geo.v

2026 Summer Reading

Dumont's Dixon Homestead Library

Sign up for Summer Reading and be entered to win prizes! We offer Summer Reading options for all ages, registration required! Go to dumontlibrary.org for more information and sign up!

JUV Books & Crafts Storytime (for Ages 2-5 Years with a Caregiver) No registration

Dumont - All Purpose Room 2

Join us for stories, rhymes and fun at Library. For children ages 2 - 5 years with a caregiver. Registration is not required to attend. In the event of inclement weather, please check our Library Facebook and Instagram page for closures.

America Birthday Party, Ages 3-12

We're throwing America a Birthday Party Celebrating 250 Years! Celebrate America with games, refreshments including cupcakes & cookies, activities, and much more! Wear your best red, white & blue or patriotic attire. Registration required for each child. Open to Residents of Emerson Only. Suitable for Ages 3-12, younger siblings welcome. Wednesday, July 1st @ 12-2pm Registration Opens June 1st at

Scavenger Hunt All Month (Children's Room)

Englewood - Children's Room

Kids of all ages are invited to participate in scavenger hunts around the Children’s room. For the month of July the theme is Dinosaurs! Kids can pick up their “I Spy” checklists from the Children’s desk. Drop in, no registration.

Chess Club

Fair Lawn - Board Room

Join other Chess enthusiasts for this drop-in chess club on Level B to the left of the globe. This Chess club will meet weekly in the summer. This program is for adults, children may join in with adult supervision.

Stars and Stripes Mason Jar

Garfield - Community Room

Wednesday July 1st at 11 AM Kids of all ages are welcome to create a Stars and Stripes Mason Jar with us. All supplies will be provided. Free Event. Registration Required. Call of stop in the library to register Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Ave Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800

Home Ec: Dessert Day Mini Cinna Buns

Garfield - Board Meeting Room

🍽️ Home Ec: Dessert Day Mini Cinna Buns 📅 July 1 | ⏰ 3:30–4:30 PM Learn how to make delicious mini cinna buns using simple, easy-to-find ingredients—minimal cooking required! 👥 Open to teens & young adults 📲 Register by calling 973-478-3800 or scan the QR code on the flyer Spots are limited—don’t miss out!

Free Play!

Glen Rock - Children's Room

18 months - 4 years Wednesday morning is still playtime at the library! Sensory Playtime is on hold while construction is going on, but we will have a free play time in the Children's Room. No need to register, just come to the library and play!

Story Time

Hackensack - Children's Room

Wednesdays at 10am for ages 2-5 Join Ms. Mari in the Children’s Room for this special story time for toddlers featuring fun songs, stories, flannel activities and a take-home craft! Registration is not required but crafts will be given out on a first come, first served basis. Questions? Contact Mari at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

Mr Corbitt

Haworth - Community/Meeting Room

Registration is required for this event. Each Child Must be Registered Separately. Space is limited. In the event someone cancels their registration people will be moved off the waiting list. Mr. Corbitt music classes build a musical foundation for the early childhood age group by encouraging musical play and introducing simple music theory exercises that connect our tykes’ musical world to

Baby Story Time

Ho-Ho-Kus - Children's Room

Story time for babies! Focus will be on developmental skills such as motor control and color and shape recognition. Please note: Registration is only required for children, caregivers do not also need to register.

Summer Reading Super Bubble Kickoff Party 2:00PM Show

Lodi - J/YA Area

Everyone Loves Bubbles! You get to enjoy a colorful rainbow of bubbles in all shapes and sizes. Enjoy music, bubbleology, games and comedy.

Summer Reading Super Bubble Kickoff Party 2:30 PM

Lodi - J/YA Area

Everyone Loves Bubbles! You get to enjoy a colorful rainbow of bubbles in all shapes and sizes. Enjoy music, bubbleology, games and comedy.

Drop-In Inclusion Hour

Maywood - Children's Room

Stop by the children's room to explore books and our special collection of sensory materials for all ages! **This program is supported by funds from LibraryLinkNJ as part of the Level Up Your Library mini-grant program. LibraryLinkNJ, the New Jersey Library Cooperative, and its services are funded by the New Jersey State Library.** Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking par

Toddler Time

Northvale - Children's Room

Family Story and Play Time for Infants - age 3 with books for babies, songs, sensory and interactive play