Events

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

Diggin' for Dinosaurs with Dan the Science Guy

Lodi - J/YA Area

Discover the exciting science of archeology and paleontology as you excavate and assemble complete skeletal replicas from simulated "fossilized" rock. Dig for dinosaurs. Make fossilized plaster replicas of dinosaur teeth, claws, and more.

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.

Movie Mornings: National Treasure

Hackbarth Auditorium

Join us for free movie screenings for adults on Wednesday mornings! This month's selections are in honor of America's 250th celebration! July 1: Hamilton (PG-13) July 8: The Patriot (R) July 15: 1776 (PG) July 22: The Crossing (N/R) July 29: National Treasure (PG)

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

READ A PALOOZA WRAP-UP EVENT

Get ready for a dino-mite celebration of your reading success! Our READ A PALOOZA Wrap Party marks the end of an amazing summer filled with books, adventures, rewards, and fun. Join us as we stomp, roar, and celebrate all your hard work and reading achievements. Enjoy one last prehistoric blast of summer fun—you’ve earned it! Registration is required.

Pressed Flower Bookmarks: Gardens of Sol

Montvale - Library Activity Room

Transform flowers into art! This hands-on workshop teaches the art of pressing flowers to create personalized bookmarks. Learn how to preserve nature’s colors and arrange pressed flowers onto a bookmark to take home. Registration is limited to 20 adults with a valid BCCLS Library Card. This program will take place in the Library Activity Room.

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!)

Flower Arrangement by Zio Loves

Paramus - Reid Branch - 239 W. Midland Avenue

Flower Arrangement by Zio Loves Wednesday, July 29 7:00PM Discover the art of floral design as you learn how to create a beautiful, balanced arrangement from start to finish. Register beginning July 22. For Paramus residents only. 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

Wacky Wednesdays - StoryFace-A-Saurus: Dinosaurs,Who Knew?

Paramus - Main - 116 E. Century Road

Wacky Wednesdays Wacky Wednesdays are made possible through a generous donation from the Paramus Cultural Arts Council StoryFace-A-Saurus: Dinosaurs,Who Knew? Wednesday, July 29 7:00pm Ages 5 and up An exciting storytelling show in which volunteers agree to be face-painted to illustrate the stories! Register beginning July 15. Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in

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

Computers 1-1 for Beginners

Ridgefield Park - Reference Room

Looking for help setting up an email account? Unsure how to use Microsoft Word? Interested in learning more about Google Drive? Then register for our computer classes! Sign up to meet one-on-one with Hayley, the Young Adult/Reference Librarian, to learn more how to make the most of the most commonly used technology, including: Email How to create an account How to compose an email How to reply to

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.

Digging for Dinos Hands-On Workshop

River Vale - Community Room

Step into the world of prehistoric giants as you dig, discover, and uncover the secrets of dinosaurs! In this Mad Science Workshop, you become a paleontologist as you explore real-world fossil science, examine cast fossils, and learn how scientists use clues from the past to understand how dinosaurs lived, moved, and roamed the Earth. For Grades K - 5 Registration is required.

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

Children's Program: "Dinosaurs Rock!"

Rutherford - Dance Floor

Dinosaurs Rock! will present an interactive adventure show, exhibit, and fossil dig. See and touch life-size and genuine museum exhibit pieces. Check out a T-Rex skull or an Allosaurus leg up close and take home a real fossil. Ages: 6 and up Registration is required. *When registering, please use your child's name* Preference will be given to Rutherford residents. If you live out of town, please f

Kindergarten Club

Teaneck - Mayor Lizette Parker Memorial Room

Join us every Wednesday for a fun and engaging program designed to help children get ready for kindergarten! Each session will include either a simple craft or a hands-on activity, with some sessions also featuring a story. Together, we’ll practice early learning skills, build confidence, and make new friends in a supportive environment. This program is specifically for children entering kin