Events

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.

Conversation Circle

Hasbrouck Heights - Trustee Conference Room

***Patrons must fill out an application and wait for confirmation. Applications are available at the Circulation and Reference Desks. For anyone wishing to improve speaking English. Feel more confident when speaking English by practicing in a relaxed and supportive environment with tutors that care about developing your English skills, and other students with similar goals. Conversation circle top

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

ESL

Haworth - History Room

Chair Yoga

Hillsdale - Main Floor Share Space

Join us for gentle morning stretch. Registration is not required and all are welcome.

Mahjong Club

Hillsdale - Meeting Room

Knitting Class 2 week project

Hillsdale - Meeting Room

Knitted Pouch/Case Come join us to knit this fun little textured pouch with a button-close flap! It's great for carrying small electronics, a book, craft supplies, and more! The sample size is a little small for most books, but we want the project to be manageable within the allotted time—instructions will be provided to adjust the size up or down to use as a glasses case or to accommodate l

Thursday Book Club

Hillsdale - Story Time Room

Book selections are posted to the website. Send an email to "[email protected]" for more information.

LEGO Builders

Ho-Ho-Kus - Children's Room

LEGO Builders is a STEM program that gives children the opportunity to use various DUPLO and LEGO bricks to tackle challenges and make inventive creations! Meets monthly. Registration is recommended but not required.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club

Lyndhurst - Staff Room

Are you interested in Dungeons and Dragons but don’t know how to get started? Or are you already a player and looking for another game? Join us every Thursday from 4-5. We will explore classic DnD as well as other RPG systems. Supplies will be provided. For ages 12 to 17.

Baby Story Time

Maywood - Children's Room

Join us at the library for stories for our littlest learners! Ideal for newborns through age 2. 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 might include (but is not limited to) the right to use them in the library’s printed and online publicity, websit

Nurturing Future Generations: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood with Ted Page

Maywood - Virtual Event

Join us for a virtual author talk: Nurturing Future Generations: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood with Ted Page Register below to watch at home! REGISTER This program was made possible with funds generously provided by the Hackbarth Foundation. 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 Gr

From Rebellion to Independence: The Story of America's Revolution

Montvale - Library Activity Room

Experience the story of the American Revolution from its earliest days through the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Learn about the key events, figures, and turning points that shaped the birth of the United States through period artwork, video clips, audio segments, and historical storytelling. Discover the courage, sacrifice, and ideals that fueled a nation’s fight for freedom!

Community Movie Screening of Flag Day Documentary

Northvale - Community Meeting Room: Back

Community Screening of the new documentary, Flag Day. Flag Day: One flag. Many Voices. "Set in the small farming community of Three Oaks, Michigan - home to the nation's largest Flag Day parade - FLAG DAY is a verité portrait of ritual, identity, and belonging in an era of deep political division. Somewhere between tradition and transformation lies this village, whose annual parade has beco

Tots Library Club (TLC)

Oakland - Story Tower

A program designed for the youngest library users (Birth to 2-yrs.-old) and their caregivers. A brief meet-and-greet will be followed by songs & fingerplays. Registration is not required.

Teen Movie Afternoon

Oakland - Meeting Room

Hang out, enjoy some snacks, and watch a movie after school! Movie TBD.

Monthly Evening Book Club

Oakland - Meeting Room

Monthly Evening Book Club