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Dementia Caregiver's Support Group
Allendale - Loft
Are you providing care and support for a loved one with dementia? Do you feel as though no one understands what you are going through? Do you need someone to talk to who is having similar experiences? This second group is open to anyone caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. Registration required through Alzheimer's New Jersey. To register: Visit www.alznj.org or Cal
Clay Fossil Sculpting Workshop with One River
Allendale - Quilt Room
Ages 8-12 One River art school is going to be visiting to teach us more about sculpting with clay. After we learn more about the look and feel of actual fossils, we will use our new sculpting skills to craft our own 3D fossils! Please register ONLY for (child) participants. Do not register adults/caregivers. Please note: there is a two strike policy for all who register for programs and no call/no
SOAR Program Series - Fossil Frenzy (Can Ya Dig It?) (Ages 6 - 9)
Demarest - Program Room
SOAR presents Fossil Frenzy (Can Ya Dig It?) for ages 6 - 9. Fossils, fossils everywhere! Participants will take a journey to the past and learn about mold, cast, and trace fossils. Participants will learn how to identify a rock that may be hiding a fossil and how to open it. Kids will find a fossil in their personal sand pit, and excavate an encased dinosaur and keep their finds! **These programs
Unearth A Story: Dirt Pudding Cups, Grades K-3
Emerson - Meeting Room
A tasty treat you can learn and eat! Learn about the soil layers of the Earth, and create your own edible diagram! Open to the Children of Emerson Only Entering Grades K-3. Registration Required Online. Ingredients we'll be working with: Oreo Cookies - or other chocolate sandwich cookies Butterscotch and Chocolate chips Chocolate Instant Pudding or pudding cups Green Sprinkles Gummy Worm Candy Gra
Toddler Art (Ages 2 to 4)
Englewood - Children's Room
Toddler Art for ages 2 to 4 years will take place on Wednesday, July 29 at 10 AM. Registration is limited to THREE sessions . Practice school readiness skills with Ms. Susan. Please fill out one registration form per child. Due to space restrictions, one caregiver per family please. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program if
Unique Creatures Animal Show (Ages 4 to 11)
Englewood - Children's Room
Unique Creatures Exotic Animal Show for ages 4 to 11 will take on Wednesday, July 29 at 4:00 PM . Please fill out one registration form per child. *Please cancel your registration if you cannot attend a program. **Attendees will not be admitted to the program if arrival is 10 minutes after start time.
Battle of the Books (Gr 4-6)
Fair Lawn - Meeting Room
The Battle of the Books Battle the First: Wed., July 29 from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Battle the Second: Mon., Aug. 24 from 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Fair Lawn residents only. Read two books and come to the battle prepared to defend your knowledge. Two separate battles will take place throughout the summer and must be registered separately. Ask at the children’s desk for copies of the battle books. See the
Solar Powered Fan
Garfield - Community Room
Come build a solar-powered toy fan that converts sunlight into motion! Designed for kids ages 7-12 to explore simple circuits, basic engineering concepts, and renewable energy. Wednesday July 29th at 6:30PM Free Event. Registration is required Call or stop in the library to register Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026 973-478-3800
Summer Teen Volunteer Training
Glen Rock - Main Area
Training session for teens that are interested in signing up to volunteer at the Glen Rock Library this summer Before you attend a training session please complete the following items : Fill out this Teen Volunteer Application if you have not already done so Review all available summer volunteering opportunities Sign up for specific activities via SignUpGenius or as directed Questions? Email krist
(R) Bubbly Beats with Miss Jolie
Hackensack - Auditorium
Wednesday, July 29th at 5:30pm for ages 2-6 Come to the library and have fun with Miss Jolie! There will be plenty of music, movement and bubbles to enchant every child! Registration is required for each child in attendance. This event is generously sponsored by The Greater Alliance Hopes & Dreams Foundation for Children. Questions? Contact Mari at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x
Miss Carly Music
Ho-Ho-Kus - Off-Site
Join us as we sing, move, and play our way through the day with music educator Miss Carly, from Saddle River Song. This will be at the Sycamore Community Church, located at 32 Sycamore Ave, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ 07423. Please note: Registration is only required for children, caregivers do not also need to register. When registering for the waitlist, please note that you must register each child individual
Read It, Dig It, Play It Show
Lyndhurst - Children's Room
Dig into adventure with this dinosaur-themed interactive read-aloud program! This lively program gets children up, moving, and imagining as they journey through prehistoric worlds and exciting archeological discoveries. Kids will enjoy bite-sized excerpts from dino-tastic stories followed by “Unearth Your Story” activities. Presented by Housel Fun & Fitness.
ALL AGES Tales of the American Revolution
Hackbarth Auditorium
ALL AGES EVENT A lively, family-friendly storytelling program that brings the American Revolution to life with Jonathan Kruk. Best for Grades: 1st and up. Adults are welcome to attend (with or without children!) Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This mig
Let's Get Ready for Kindergarten!
New Milford - Large Meeting Room
Prepare for kindergarten by practicing skills and meeting new classmates! For children entering kindergarten Sept. 2026 exclusively. Registration is required.
TEEN Dino Rice Krispie Treats
New Milford - Large Meeting Room
Join us to make delicious and easy rice krispie treats! All supplies provided. This program is open to students in grades 6-12 (incoming middle schoolers welcome!)
Arty Time - in Children's room
Ramsey - Ramsey Library
In-Person Program For grades 1 - 5 Wednesday, July 29th 6:00pm -- 7:00pm Celebrate America’s 250th with Arty Time! Continue the celebration by creating a fantastic patriotic painting with Wendy from Arty Time in this fun, guided art session... just bring your creativity! Sign-ups required - Register online **Please register each child individually** Questions? Contact Ms. Maggie at maggie.su
Your Family Tree
Ramsey - Meeting Room
In-Person Program 2 Part Series Wednesdays from 6:30pm - 8:00pm July 8th - Part 1 July 29th - Part 2 Ever wonder about your family's history? This 2 part series will get you motivated to start researching your family tree! In Part 2, presenter Steve Gabai shows attendees how to find online records, family information, and relatives, both known and unknown. Sign-ups required - Register online Quest
Crafty Nights for Kids! - Registration Required
Ridgefield Park - Meeting Room
Enjoy creating seasonal crafts with Ms. Teresa! For children in grades K-6. Registration is REQUIRED for all participating children due to LIMITED SUPPLIES. June 24th, 2026 : Toilet Paper Roll Macaw Craft July 1st, 2026 : Q-Tip Painted Fireworks Craft July 8th, 2026 : Shark Headband Craft July 15th, 2026 : Cotton-Ball Painted Ice Cream Cone Craft July 22nd, 2026 : Egg Carton Whale Craft July 29th,
Sweet Treat Challenge
River Edge - Children's Department
Sweet Treat Challenge - Scavenger Hunt for children of all ages. Find the clues, answer the questions, get a sweet treat! Drop-in anytime between 10:00 - 7:00 PM.
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Rutherford - Auditorium
Calling all barbarians, clerics, fighters, rogues, and those who have yet to decide their class! Join us on Wednesday, July 1, 15, and 29 from 3:30 - 5pm for our Teen Dungeons & Dragons group! In these sessions, we’ll be taking a break from our campaign to play some other tabletop role-playing games. All experience levels are welcome. This program is designed for individuals aged 11–16