Events

Family Forest School: Spring Thursdays

TNC Main Trail Kiosk

Virtual Author Talk: Ted Page

Online

Join us in virtual conversation with storyteller and popular blogger Ted Page as we chat about his book Good Grandpa: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood . This heartfelt book highlights his journey to bring together the stories and wisdom of grandfathers from all walks of life—all with a mission to nurture the next great generation. Click here to Register and view more Author Talks

Summer Reading Kickoff: Dinosaurs Rock

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level)

Join us as we kickoff this year’s Summer Reading program. You can learn about the program and prizes, register for it and enjoy the themed interactive dinosaur program. This event is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Bergenfield Library. For Grades K - 5. Registration is required on our online calendar and will open four weeks before the event. Bergenfield residents only. Only one a

Drag Queen Bingo

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level)

Join us for an adult only evening of fun at the library, Drag Queen Bingo, hosted by Harmonica Sunbeam! There will be games and prizes! Please note that while the content is PG, this is an adult only event. Bring your own snacks and we'll provide water; no alcohol allowed. Registration is required; please register below.

NJ4S for Kids: Camp Create: (Grades K-2)

Bogota - 2nd Floor Senior Center

NJ4S returns for a fun and educational events geared towards kids ages 4-6. Calling all creative campers! Join us for a fun-filled summer adventure where kids will imagine, build, explore, and solve problems through exciting hands-on challenges. Using teamwork, creativity, and resourcefulness, students will design inventions, build camp creations, and complete playful missions using simple materia

Decoupage Seashells

Bogota - 2nd Floor Senior Center

Get in the mood for summer vacations with The Crafty Kit at Bogota Library! The Crafty Kit will lead a workshop on making decoupage seashells. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required and space is limited.

TAB Father's Day (Ages 4+)

Demarest - Program Room

Come get ready to celebrate Father's Day with some holidy activites with the TAB at the Demarest Library! **Best suited for ages 4+

Afterschool Craft, Grades K-3

Emerson - Meeting Room

Gem Sun Catcher! Dive into vibrant window art with a color guide, empowering kids to effortlessly recognize the color and size of gems as they craft their masterpieces! This engaging activity not only enhances hand-eye coordination and precise movement control but also ignites the imagination, seamlessly blending creativity with the development of vital fine motor skills. During the registration p

Mocktails Mixology Class, Ages 18+

Emerson - Meeting Room

Get ready to sip into summer at our Mocktail Mixology Class hosted by Raven’s Reserve! Learn how to create an alcohol-free drink bursting with flavor. Soak up the sun and enjoy your favorite hand-crafted summer mocktail! Thursday, June 18th @ 6pm Registration Required Online. Open to the Residents of Emerson Only. Registration Opens June 1st at 10am! Join the waiting list if fully booked.

America250 Film Series: The Grapes of Wrath

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

The Grapes of Wrath will be the 3rd film in the America250 Film Series at the Englewood Library on Thursday, June 18, at 2 p.m. in the library’s Room 2. The program is free and open to the public. Because space is limited, those who register will have priority. You MUST register below. The film series will end on Thursday, July 2 at 2 p.m. The Joad clan, introduced to the world in John Stein

Diamond Painting for Adults

Fair Lawn - Level B Room

Create a sparkling diamond coaster! Relax and listen to music while we "paint". Registration required. For Fair Lawn adult residents only.

Painting Bird Houses for Adults

Fair Lawn - Level B Room

Join Emiliana and paint beautiful bird houses for your backyard. Please bring in design ideas that you would like to paint on on your bird houses. The library will provide all other materials needed for this craft. Please be considerate. Do not sign up for this program if you know you will not be able to come. This program is open to adult patrons 18+ and Fair Lawn residents and cardholders only.

Kids Jiggly Wiggly

Rezvani Meeting Room

Enjoy music, movement, and storytime fun with Ms. Christina. All ages. Franklin Lakes residents will receive priority registration. Out of town sign ups may be moved to the wait list. Registration required. In order to allow Franklin Lakes residents priority registration, our class list will be set for a low number until we are able to sort the list manually between residents and non-residents. We

Kids Karate Class

Rezvani Meeting Room

Join Christine from Traditional Okinawan Karate for a basic beginner karate class. All participants will need to sign a release form. Grades K-5 Registration required.

Father's Day Card

Garfield - Children's Room

Children of all ages are welcome to stop in the library to make a father's day card. All supplies will be provides. Garfield Public Library 500 Midland Avenue Garfield, NJ 07026

Reading Buddies

Garfield - Children's Room

Thursday June 11th & 18th 3:30 - 4:30 pm at the Garfield Public Library Children will be paired up with a teen "buddy" who will help them read for up to 20 minutes. Children can bring their own books or select one from our collection. Open to children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Registration is strongly encouraged, walk-ins are welcome but subject to availability. To register call or stop i

Open Mic Night

Hackensack - Gallery Space

Poets, comedians, musicians, and more are all welcome. Even if you would just like to provide a supportive listening ear for the performers, please join us for our monthly Open Mic Night. If you would like to perform, sign up with MCs Jonny Werdz and Teddy Coluca when you arrive. Doors open at 6:45. Notes for performers: *Please keep content rated R and under. *5 minutes maximum for each performer

Little Listeners Storytime

Harrington Park - Upstairs Meeting Room

Ages: 3-5 Years Join us for stories, songs and crafts! Registration is required.

All-Ages Storytime

Hasbrouck Heights - Large Meeting Room

Little ones and caregivers are invited for stories, songs, and fingerplay. All ages welcome.

Basic Computer Skills Part 1 (of 2)

Hasbrouck Heights - Large Meeting Room

Basic Computer Skills: What You Actually Need to Know (2 Part Series) Feeling a little lost when using a computer? You’re not alone—and this class is designed to make everything finally click. We’ll break down the essentials in plain English, including: The difference between the internet and a browser Tabs, links, and how to navigate Files vs. folders (and where things actually