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Browse the Bergen County events calendar — family activities, concerts, festivals, arts & culture, kids programs, and community happenings across all 70 towns in Bergen County, NJ. Updated daily.

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Kids & Family

Demarest Recreation Halloween Parade @ Gazebo

Demarest Public Library

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Arts & Culture

Changing Light: A Chamber Concert

Community Submissions

NOV

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Food & Cooking

Ridgewood Farmers Market

Bergen County Farmers Markets

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1

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Kids & Family

Dia de los Muertos Family Festival

Paramus Public Library

NOV

1

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Kids & Family

Sunday Afternoon Concert: The Might Spectrum Band

Ramsey Free Public Library

NOV

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Kids & Family

Sunday Afternoon Concert: The Mighty Spectrum Band

Ramsey Free Public Library

Thursday, October 29

Books & Learning

Learn to Play Mahjong-New Attendees Only-Valid Hillsdale Cardholders Prioritized-non Hillsdale Cardholders waitlist available

Hillsdale - Meeting Room

Curious about the game of mahjong? Come in and learn to play! This is a five-week series. You must be able to commit to all five sessions. This is for new attendees and valid Hillsdale Library cardholders will receive priority at registration. All others will be placed on a waiting list.

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Arts & Culture

Korean Language Class - Beginner Level 3

Harold Ficke Conference Room

Korean Beginner Level 3 is a class for students who already know basic Hangul reading and writing. At this level, students learn basic vocabulary and sentence patterns to have simple everyday conversations. The class includes practice in speaking, reading, and writing simple Korean. Please note, you only need to register once to take part in the entire 10-week course!

Kids & Family

Teen Volunteering: Theater Club

Leonia - Teen Room

Open recruitment: In the future volunteers will act out a children’s book theater production for kids at the library. Volunteers will practice, produce, schedule, and create this production. Practices happen every month. Please know your availability before you join. We will make our monthly schedule during this orientation session

Books & Learning

Mahjongg for Beginners Series

New Milford - Small Meeting Room

Join instructor Michelle Kushner of StacyMahJongg to learn how to play American Mahjongg in this beginner series for New Milford residents! This is a 5-week series with limited space. Please do not register if you are unable to make it to all 5 sessions. Dates are as follows: 10/8 ; 10/15 ; 10/22 ; 10/29 and 11/12.

Books & Learning

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.

Kids & Family

Music & Movement - 18 months - 6 years

Old Tappan - Community Room

This new class is perfect for those of you whose kids love moving and dancing, but can't always sit still for stories (or even if they can!). Thursdays at 10:15 AM This class works best when everyone has room to move, so registration will be required and enforced. Priority given to Old Tappan Residents. Registration is REQUIRED. Register for each session each week separately.

Kids & Family

Baby Bookworms - PreWalkers (Ages Birth to 18 mos)

Old Tappan - Community Room

You and your pre-walker (Birth to 18 mos) are invited to join Miss Tracy for books, music, movement, and fun. This program suggests that babies "graduate" at 18 months, but all are welcome. Registration is REQUIRED. Register for each session each week separately. Priority registration will be given to Old Tappan residents.

Kids & Family

Tell Me a Story

Paramus - Main - 116 E. Century Road

Paramus residents only. Register for the entire session beginning October 2. Tell Me a Story Thursdays October 15-November 19 10:00 - 10:45 am 2 ½-5 year olds with parent/caregiver 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 l

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Arts & Culture

All In-One Art Class

Paramus - Main - 116 E. Century Road

All In-One Art Class October 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, and 19, 12pm - 1:30pm (Thursday) **Discover Your Creative Potential with "All in One Art"!** Join us for engaging art lessons tailored for all levels and ages, led by renowned artist Sungho Choi. Experience step-by-step techniques in still life, landscape, and portrait drawing and painting. You choose which medium to work in - charcoal, p

Kids & Family

After School Adventures

Paramus - Main - 116 E. Century Road

After School Adventures 4:00-4:45 pm Grades K-4 October 29: Halloween mini mummy pizzas November 12: Fall Leaves Whirligigs November 19: Model Magic pumpkin pie sculptures Join us for fun each Thursday afternoon. Register one week in advance. Paramus residents only. Please note: If you arrive more than 10 minutes late, your spot may be given to a child on the waitlist. Photographs and/or video may

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Kids & Family

Grab & Go Crafts for Kids!

Ridgefield Park - Children's Department

Stop by the children's department for a pre-cut Grab & Go craft! No registration required, but while supplies last. 9/17 Back to School Backpack Craft 10/1 Torn Paper Owl 10/15 Scarecrow Headband 10/29 Spooky Spider 11/12 Autumn Acorn

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Kids & Family

Toddlertime

Ridgefield - Multi-Purpose Room

Join Ms. Laurel for stories, songs, movement, and crafts geared specifically for children 1.5 to 3 yrs old and their caregivers NOTE: If signing up more than one child, please add them as a guest as the system allows only one registration per email.

Books & Learning

Spanish Class for Adults

Rutherford - Auditorium

Learn Spanish for real this time with Miss Tati. These classes are ideal for travelers and social interactions, with the goal of building fluency through real-life conversations. No experience is required; this is a beginner-level class. Registration is required in person at the main desk.

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Books & Learning

Community Service Club

Rutherford - Mezzanine Chestnut

Need community service time? Never fear! Stop by the library on Thursday, October 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 from 3 - 4:30pm to earn volunteer time. We will be making cards for lonely elderly folks or coloring for the library display. All supplies will be provided; bring your creativity! Registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome.

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Books & Learning

Cook the Books!

Wallington - Meeting Room

Enjoy cooking, chatting, and trying new recipes? Join us for Cook the Books! We'll meet once a month to try different recipes from a cookbook. This month's pick is Food52 simply genius : recipes for beginners, busy cooks & curious people by Kristen Miglore. Email Risa at [email protected] by October 12th with your top two recipe choices. She will email back to confirm which to make. Reg

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Kids & Family

Italian Storytime (Ages 18months -4 years old)

Westwood - Downstairs Meeting Room

Celebrate Italian-American Heritage Month with a special storytime! Children will enjoy stories in both Italian and English , along with a traditional Italian nursery rhyme. A fun and engaging way for little ones and their caregivers to experience the Italian language and celebrate Italian culture together.

Kids & Family

Growing Together: A Seasonal Adventure (Grades K-2)

Bogota - 2nd Floor Senior Center

Kids in grades K-2 can join NJ4S for a fun interactive program that explores feelings, kindest, and what makes them special. Register one spot per child.

Books & Learning

Intermediate & Advanced English Class

Teaneck - Auditorium

Intermediate & Advanced ESL Class Practice and improve your English in a friendly, supportive setting. This free class is designed for intermediate and advanced English learners and will focus on speaking, listening, reading, writing, and useful English for everyday life. Thursdays, 10:00–11:00 AM Auditorium, Teaneck Public Library Registration is required. Space is limited. Teaneck resident

Books & Learning

[Virtual] Zumba via Zoom

Closter Public Library

Library patrons are welcome to join a virtual Zumba class, taught by Janet Weller, who is a Closter resident and certified personal trainer. Email the library to register at reference (a) closter.bccls.org

Books & Learning

Evening Book Club

Lyndhurst - Staff Room

Meets once per month. Please call the Library at 201-804-2478 x2 or stop by the Adult Circulation Desk for more information. Refreshments will be served.