Events

Library Loops: Knitting Group, All are Welcome!

Franklin Lakes - Tech Lab

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

Storytime

Rochelle Park - Main Room

Every week we'll be having our new afternoon Storytime on Wednesdays at 1:30 PM! We will have a new set of fun stories and adventures for the kids to interact with!

Chair Yoga

Holy Name Medical Center, Teaneck

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Oktoberfest Networking Event at True Food Kitchen – October 1st, 2026

True Food Kitchen

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Virtual Author Talk: Veronica Roth

Online

A single choice can transform your destiny. Join us for an online conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author Veronica Roth as we celebrate the enduring legacy of her Divergent series, one of the most iconic young adult series of a generation, and get an exclusive sneak peek into her highly anticipated upcoming novel, The Sixth Faction ! Click here to register and view more author talks

Scavenger Hunt All Month (Children's Room)

Englewood - Children's Room

Kids of all ages are invited to participate in scavenger hunts around the Children’s room. For the month of October the theme is Autumn! Kids can pick up their “I Spy” checklists from the Children’s desk. Drop in, no registration.

Hispanic Heritage Month Film Series: In the Heights

Englewood - Meeting Room 2

In Washington Heights, a sympathetic New York bodega owner saves every penny every day as he imagines and sings about a better life. October 8--Tortilla Soup October 15--West Side Story (2021)

Lego Club (Gr K-6)

Fair Lawn - Meeting Room

Lego Club 4:00-5:00 Grades K-6 Registration Required. Fair Lawn Residents Only. Calling all architects, builders, and construction workers! Join other Lego enthusiasts after school for free building fun with our massive Lego collection.

Relief Carving Center Piece

Old Tappan - Community Room

Try your hands on a sculptural experience as you carve a beautiful motif into a plaster surface. Workshop limited to 15 attendees. Old Tappan residents given preference.

The Library After Dark Party: Halloween Game Show

Paramus - Main - 116 E. Century Road

The Library After Dark Party: Halloween Game Show October 1, 6:45-8:15pm Join us for a lively adults-only Halloween celebration at the library! The highlight of the evening will be a live interactive game show where you can participate as a contestant or sit back and watch the fun. The night will also feature music, a costume contest, a DIY craft station, and delicious food from Harmony Village. C

A Guide to Better Sleep for Older Adults

River Vale - Community Room

Join us for an informative session on achieving better sleep as you age. Learn about common sleep changes, effective habits for a restful night, and which foods to avoid before bed. We'll also discuss when it's time to speak with a doctor about your sleep concerns. Start your journey to more energized days! Register online to reserve a seat.

DIY Bath Tea Take & Make

Saddle Brook - Young Adult Area

Ready to Detox and Refresh? Come pick up October’s Take & Make Kit - DIY Bath Tea and soak away. Each kit will contain a muslin tea bag, mint, rosemary and lemon peel. This kit will run for the month of October or while supplies last. PLEASE NOTE: YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL ONCE YOUR KIT IS AVAILABLE TO BE PICKED UP

Afternoon Movie

USDR Powers Room

Michael The early life of musician Michael Jackson, from the discovery of his talent as the lead of the Jackson Five to the artist whose creative ambition fueled a pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world.

Teen/YA Jewelry Making

USDR Powers Room

Create a beautiful, one-of-a-kind memory wire charm bracelet. All materials provided. For USR Card holders in grades 6-12. Registration required . Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event, you grant the Upper Saddle River Library full rights to use the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes. This might include (but is not limited to) the right

Monster Glowga

Washington Twp - Community Room

Kick off Spooky Season with some Blacklight Yoga! Miss Marie will guide kids, teens, and adults through a fun and colorful practice. Bring a mat if you have one and dress for movement and to glow!

Livie Club (Gr 6-12)

Westwood - Downstairs Meeting Room

Calling all Olivia Rodrigo fans! Join us at our new Livie fan club where we'll listen to her music, discuss her lyrics, do a craft, and have some snacks! Tweens and teens will get to meet other Olivia fans, share their favorite songs and albums, and have fun connecting with others who love Olivia's music just as much as they do. Whether you're a longtime fan or just discovering her music, there's

Adult Crafting Event: Halloween Diamond Art Coasters

Demarest - Community Room

Come see the new crafting style that is taking crafters by storm; Diamond Painting! A cross between cross-stitch and color by number, diamond painting is all about using a pen to adhere diamonds to a number specific design. At this event, you will go home with a spooky cocktail themed halloween coaster! REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED WITH ONLY 18 SPOTS AVAILABLE.

Virtual Author Event: Veronica Roth

Online

A single choice can transform your destiny. Join us for an online conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author Veronica Roth as we celebrate the enduring legacy of her Divergent series and get an exclusive sneak peek into her upcoming novel, The Sixth Faction ! Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/westwoodpubliclibrary/212626

Read-to-a-Dog

Hasbrouck Heights - General Library

For emerging readers who'd like to get some reading practice in (or experienced readers who enjoy reading out loud), our furry friend Oscar is back and ready to listen! Bring your own book or choose something from our shelves.

Collaborative Care: What It Means for Patients

Explore the value of team-based healthcare and the shift towards collaborative care. Learn how coordinated, integrative approaches improve outcomes and how patients can benefit. This is a virtual program run by Valley Hospital in partnership with the Montvale Library. A Zoom link will be sent to you on the date of the event.