Events

Colonial Superstition and Magic: What Kept Us Awake at Night During the Revolution?

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

Illustrated talk with Francesca Costa at the Visitor Center at Fort Lee Historic Park . By the time of the Revolution, witches were passe. That didn't stopColonial Americans from believing in demonic possessions, ghosts, and allmanner of scary things that were lurking outside the glow of their hearths.

Annual Gala and Celebration of our 2026 Distinguished Citizens

<p>The Hackensack Regional Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to our prestigious Annual Gala. Join us for an elegant, delightful evening filled with great food, endless connections, and wonderful company […]</p>\n

Honeybees & Beekeeping with Frank the BeeMan

Oradell - South Reading Room

Honeybees: Facts, myths and why they are so important to all of us. Join Frank Mortimer, author of "Bee People And The Bugs They Love", adjunct instructor at the Cornell University Master Beekeeping Program, and Certified Master Beekeeper, as he will provide an overview to the exciting and fact-filled world of bees and beekeeping. His presentation will include why honey bees are so important to al

Virtual Author Talk: Lucky Diaz (ENG)

Online

Grab a pocketful of change and get ready to dance down the street! Join us for an energetic conversation as we celebrate the joy of community and summer fun with Latin GRAMMY-winning musician Lucky Diaz, author of the sensational bilingual picture book, Paletero Man . Click here to register and view more author talks

Virtual Author Talk: Lucky Diaz (ESP)

Online

Agarra un puñado de monedas y prepárate para bailar por la calle. Únete a nosotros para una enérgica conversación mientras celebramos la alegría de la comunidad y la diversión del verano con Lucky Diaz, músico ganador del premio Latin GRAMMY y autor del sensacional libro ilustrado bilingüe, Paletero Man . Click here to register and view

"Understanding Toddler Behavior- What's Normal and What Works"

Demarest - Community Room

Join guest speaker Victoria Dahms, a pediatrician with 20 + years of clinical experience in private practice and a Bergen County mother of 4, for a lecture on understanding toddler behavior and development. Topics discussed will be typical toddler development, how to manage common issues, potty training, and when to be concerned. Dr. Victoria Dahms is a Board-Certified Pediatrician who completed h

Readers Roundtable (Zoom) (Online)

Fair Lawn's Maurice M. Pine Library

This session of the Readers Roundtable, our adult fiction book club, will meet on Zoom. We will be discussing "The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride. Copies will be available at the Circulation desk. The eBook and eAudiobook can be found on Libby. For any questions, or the Zoom invitation information, contact Justin Portelli at justin.portelli@fairlawn. bccls.org .

Readers Rock (Grades 3 & 4)

Fair Lawn - Meeting Room

Readers Rock; Grades 3-4 4:00-5:00pm Registration required (see website). Fair Lawn residents only. All kids read the same book before the meeting, then meet to discuss & play games. Books can be ordered through bccls.org or picked up at the library Circulation desk.

DIY Hand Painted Tile Coasters For Adults

Fair Lawn - Level B Room

Join Emiliana and decorate colorful hand painted tile coasters. 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.

Paint an Autumn Scene with Artist Ovi Paulter!

Glen Rock - Main Area

Join us for a joyful evening of painting a peaceful summery scene with local artist Ovi Paulter from Floral Sessions with Ovi. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and let your creativity bloom! Come relax, paint, and take home your own masterpiece. Registration required.

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

Starbooks - Book Recommendation Event

New Milford - Small Meeting Room

The library is turning into a "Starbooks" cafe! Come "sample" book recommendations picked out by librarians. Don't forget your library card to take some new titles home with you to start off the school year. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Please include any allergies or food restrictions in registration form. This event is best suited for developing and independent readers who enjoy early rea

Adult Arts & Crafts: Clay Lotus Tealight

Northvale - Community Meeting Room: Front

We will be making Lotus Flower Tealight Holders out of clay with Smriti from Culture Chauraha. Registration is required. Priority registration for Northvale residents. All others will be placed on a waitlist. Please note that this class will be held at the Northvale Senior Center.

DNA Detectives

Northvale - Community Meeting Room: Back

Learn how DNA, Genealogy and Genetics are solving cold cases and bringing criminals to justice in this 3 part series with local author, Tom Riley. Genealogy is more than the study of old bones and bloodlines. Modern advances in forensics using DNA, Genetics and Genealogy are cracking cold cases and are bringing perpetrators of horrendous crimes to justice. It has led to the capture and incarcerati

Learn how to knit!- session 1 of 4 sessions

Oakland - STEM LAB

Susan Leibowitz from The Knitting Bureau will be here to teach our patrons how to knit or to brush up on skills they have not used in awhile. Students will learn to pattern reading basics, to cast on, to perform the knot and purl stiches, fix basic errors and to bind off. Space is limited. There are 4 back to back weekly classes. Please sign up for all four. Sept 24, Oct 1, Oct 8 and 15.

Chinese Tea Tasting and Music Event

Palisades Park - Meeting Room

Enjoy an introduction to tea with a tasting of three teas and paired sweet treats followed by a live guzheng musical performance. Adults only. No registration required. Questions? Contact Jacqueline at: [email protected]

The Story of El Cucuy with Ms. Tina

Ramsey - Meeting Room

In-Person Children's Program Grades 3 -5 Thursday, September 24th 6:30pm - 7:30pm Our Hispanic Heritage Month celebration continues with Ms. Tina Treviño! Join us for a reading of Where El Cucuy Lurks and discover the fascinating legend of El Cucuy, a folkloric monster featured in stories throughout many Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. Then, get creative by de

Lego Challenge Club: Balancing Act

River Vale - Community Room

For Grades K - 5 This program is for River Vale residents in Grades K - 5 . Registration required. Registration for non-residents will open on September 17 at 1pm. Registration is required. The theme this month is balancing! Build a lego creation that can balance on a tube.

Paletero Man: un viaje por el barrio, la música y el arte con Lucky Diaz

Online

Artista ganador del premio GRAMMY y aclamado autor de libros infantiles Agarra un puñado de monedas y prepárate para bailar por la calle. Únete a nosotros para una enérgica conversación mientras celebramos la alegría de la comunidad y la diversión del verano con Lucky Diaz, músico ganador del premio Latin GRAMMY y autor del sensacional libro

Kids Poetry Workshop

Wallington - Meeting Room

✍️✨ POETRY WORKSHOP! ✨📖 Calling all young poets in Grades 4–8! 🎨💭 Come explore the magic of words, spark your imagination, and create your very own poetry in this fun and inspiring workshop! 🌟 📅 Thursday, September 24th ⏰ 4:00 PM 🎒 Grades 4–8 ✨ Write. Create. Inspire. ✨ Bring your ideas and let your creativity shine! 💜📝 “Please arrive on time. If you are more than 10 minu