Bergen County Events Calendar

Community Astronomy Night

Fair Lawn - Outside

This event is restricted to Fair Lawn residents only. Ages 8-Adult. Children 12 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult. See real meteorites and a piece of the Moon! Join members of the New Jersey Astronomical Association (NJAA) and the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority (NJSEA) for an evening of astronomy. Get an up-close look at meteorites and a lunar specimen, meet local astronomy vol

FOL Holiday Pop-Up Shop

Hasbrouck Heights - Large Meeting Room

The HH Friends of the Library Group is proud to sponsor a Holiday Book and Jewelry Sale. Great finds and pick up last-minute items to fill your loved ones' stockings! Wednesday, 12/9 5 pm - 8 pm Thursday, 12/10 10 am - 8 pm Friday, 12/11 10 am - 5 pm Saturday, 12/12 10 am - 3 pm

TEEN Winter art class

New Milford - Large Meeting Room

Join us as we create winter-inspired art with the local artist, Edith Gioseffi. No prior experience necessary. All supplies provided. This program is for students in grades 6-12.

Holiday Wrap Up

Paramus - Reid Branch - 239 W. Midland Avenue

Holiday Wrap Up Wednesday, December 9 7PM Let’s wrap together! You bring the presents and we provide the wrapping. Bring your small to medium size presents to the Reid Branch Library and have a fun night wrapping with others. Paramus Residents only. Register beginning December 2. Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the library full righ

Christmastime Animal Tales of Jolly Old Gotham

Ramsey - Ramsey Library

Virtual Adult Program Wednesday, December 9th 7pm - 8pm Take a virtual sleigh ride back in time as author Peggy Gavan takes you over the river and through the woods to Christmas past in Old New York. Explore the origins of some of the city’s timeless holiday traditions via fun and amazing animal stories that made the headlines in the late 1800s and early 1900s. Sign-ups required Register onl

Teen/YA Paint Party

USDR Powers Room

Join Wendy from ArtyTime for our annual Paint Party! We will have snacks at 3:45 PM and the painting will begin at 4:00. Wendy will provide step by step instructions to create a beautiful winter-themed painting on canvas. All materials provided. Space is limited. Registration required . For Upper Saddle River cardholders in grades 6-12 only. Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By

Color and Craft for Adults

Wallington - Meeting Room

Enjoy a calm, welcoming space to unwind, color, and work on your own craft projects. Adult coloring books and supplies will be provided, and participants are welcome to bring personal projects such as knitting, crocheting, or embroidery. No instruction — just creativity, conversation, and community.

Stuff-a-Snowman: Bring Frosty to Life! (Ages 2–12)

Westwood - Downstairs Meeting Room

Bring a little winter magic to life! Children will stuff their very own Frosty the Snowman plush, add a special wishing star inside, and take home a cuddly new friend! Friendly Reminder: Please register each participating child individually. Thank you!

Connected Hearts Support Group

Virtual Zoom

Let's Have a Happy, Healthy Holiday Season

Holy Name Medical Center, Teaneck

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Jewbilation: A Hanukah Variety Show

Debonair Music Hall

Get ready for a Hanukah night filled with comedy, music, and more! Check back for more special guest starts soon-to-be-announced…

Lego Hangout Day

Bogota - 2nd Floor Senior Center

Relax and let your creative ideas flow as you build with Legos! Register each child for the event.

Pickleball Committee Meeting

Haworth - Community/Meeting Room

Meeting in person at the Library

Santa Plate Art Project

Lyndhurst - Children's Room

Presented by Silvana Czerwinski of Simple Creations. All supplies provided. For ages 6-12.

The Winter Lamppost

Ridgefield - Main Conference Room

Ridgefield adults. Registration required.

Teen Advisory Group

Tenafly - Teen Space

Teen Advisory Group TAG You can make a difference in your community! Did you know that during 2026 Summer Reading, teen volunteers contributed 100+ hours of their time to help the library community? Ways TAG members can earn volunteer time for school: Adopt a Shelf Reading Buddies Program Assistants. New Joiners are expected to attend at least one meeting before they are added to the volunteer cal

Memoir / Creative Writing Workshop

Oradell - Lower Level Meeting Room

On the second Wednesday of the month, the Library hosts a Memoir / Creative Writing Workshop in the lower level meeting room of the Library. ​If interested, please email the library at [email protected] for more information.​

Wednesday Afternoon Movies

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level)

Fancy a break in the middle of the week? Come to the library at 1:00pm to watch a movie with us! Pick up a flyer at the library for a full list of this month's showings.

Adult Dungeons & Dragons Group

Bergenfield - Friends Meeting Room (Lower Level)

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons games led by our Dungeon Master, Dan C. Whether you're experienced or new to the game, come enjoy this fun and creative adventure. Spectators are also welcome! Open to adults. Registration required.

Adult Watercolor Workshop

Closter - Children's Story Hour Room

Wednesday 1:30pm - 3pm 6 weeks: 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16 Class limit: 9 Study watercolor techniques with award winning artist and president of the Fort Lee Artists Guild, Barry Shiff. This class is for anyone who has a love of the watercolor genre – from beginners to the more experienced artist as well. Instruction will be taught in the traditional watercolor style and will incl