Bergen County Events Calendar

More Than a Book Club

Dumont - All Purpose Room 2

A book club for adults ages 21+ (and their caregivers) with intellectual disabilities. For more information, call the Library and ask for Tina.

Tai Chi Class with Alex Perkel

Rezvani Meeting Room

Alex is a certified Tai Chi and Qi Gong instructor with extensive training, including studies at the renowned Shaolin Monastery in China. Additionally, he has participated many time's in the U.S. Open Martial Arts Competition, further deepening his experience in these traditional arts. His goal is to share the benefits of Tai Chi with others, promoting relaxation, balance, and overall well-being.

Story Time

Hackensack - Children's Room

Wednesdays at 10am for ages 5 and below Join Ms. Mari in the Children’s Room for this special story time for your little ones 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.

Tales For Tots Storytime

Harrington Park - Upstairs Meeting Room

Ages: 18 months and up Join us for stories, songs and crafts! Registration is required.

Bookworms Story Time

Lyndhurst - Children's Room

For Ages 3 to 5 years. Join us for some fun stories, music, and movement.

Toddler Time

Northvale - Children's Room

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

Storytime - Registration Required

Old Tappan - Community Room

Families with children of all ages are invited to join Miss Tracy for Storytime. Storytime includes books, songs, and playtime. Storytime takes place twice a week and will repeat content: Tuesday 10 AM Wednesday 10 AM Registration is REQUIRED. Register for each session each week separately. Priority registration will be given to Old Tappan residents.

After-School Storytime

Saddle Brook - Children's Program Room

: Check out this weekly storytime class for kids in grades K-2! 4-year-olds welcome with an adult present. No registration.

Rhyme Time

Wyckoff - Children's Program Room

Little Learners

Wyckoff - Children's Program Room

Library Loops: Knitting Group, All are Welcome!

Franklin Lakes - Tech Lab

Join Chris and learn how to knit or work on your project.

Chair Yoga

Ridgefield Public Library

Ridgefield adults. Registration required.

Holiday Open House

Holiday Open House December 3 @ 10:00 am - December 6 @ 4:00 pm December 3 - 6 Evening Reception December 5 The Manor will be decorated floor to ceiling for this year’s theme of "A Botanical Christmas." It’s a warm and welcoming start to t

December 3 - 6

December 3 - 6 Evening Reception December 5 The Manor will be decorated floor to ceiling for this year’s theme of "A Botanical Christmas." It’s a warm and welcoming start to the holiday season. Find out more »

Winter Salt Resist Painting for Kids

Allendale - Quilt Room

Ages 5-8 Register ONLY for (child) participants. Do not register adults/caregivers. We are going to be painting winter scenes using watercolor paints and a "salt resist" technique to create a sparkly, crystallized result. Please note: there is a two strike policy for all who register for programs and no call/no show. Additionally, repeated last-minute (within two days of the program) cancellations

Create & Celebrate: Handmade Cards

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level)

Get creative and make handmade cards for any occasion-or no occasion at all! Choose your colors, designs, and messages and create something uniquely yours. For adults. Registration required.

Make a Clay Ornament

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

Design your very own holiday ornament with clay. It will be perfect to hang in your home for Hanukkah or Christmas! For Grades 3 - 5. Registration is required on our online calendar. Only one adult per registered child. Adults must register each child attending the program separately. Children must belong to the appropriate age group in order to register for a program. Please be advised that libra

Virtual Author Talk: Helen Scheuerer

Online

Join us virtually for a downright intoxicating conversation with bestselling fantasy author Helen Scheuerer as we delve into her thrilling new novel, Kiss of the Black Flame . Click here to register and view more author talks

Poetry Night (Ages 10 - 15)

Demarest - Program Room

Youth Poetry Night (Ages 10–15) Join us at the library for an evening of poetry led by teen poet Jason! Through poetry writing, group readings, and creative activities, participants will have the opportunity to explore poetry and express themselves. Feel free to bring an original poem or a favorite poetry book to share, or simply come ready to have fun! Poetry books will also be available at

Stuffed Animal Sleepover (Ages 4 and up)

Englewood - Children's Room

The annual stuffed animal sleepover for kids ages 4 to 11 will take place Thursday, December 3 at 6:00 PM . Join us for a short storytime. Then drop off your stuffed friend and come back the next day to see photos of the adventures they had. 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 prog