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Virtual Author Talk: Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy
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Thursday, July 9
Dinosaur Putt-Putt with Challenge Island
Lodi - J/YA Area
Join Challenge Island to design and build a dinosaur-themed mini golf course. For K-5. Registration Required.
Thursday Night Book Club - Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books
Lodi - Conference Room
Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Miller – 298 pages Beverly Underwood and her arch enemy, Lula Dean, live in the tiny town of Troy, Georgia, where they were born and raised. Now Beverly is on the school board, and Lula has become a local celebrity by embarking on mission to rid the public libraries of all inappropriate books—none of which she’s actually rea
Murder, Mystery, and Magic!
Montvale - Library Activity Room
In the role of a hard-boiled detective, magician and mind reader Mark Zacharia will come to investigate ... a murder! Everyone's a suspect. Many will be interrogated. One will be found guilty. Will it be you? Come prepared to be amazed and amused. But be warned: you'll die laughing! This event will take place in the Library Activity Room.
Painting with U Paint Studio-Beach scene-"Jersey Shore"
Oakland - Maker Space
Please join us as our local artists from U Paint Studios guides us through panting a pretty summer theme "Jersey Shore" picture to take home.
Oakland Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Oakland - Maker Space
Oakland Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting OPEN TO PUBLIC!
Escape Room: Sabotage on the High Seas
Palisades Park - Meeting Room
Have fun and use your critical thinking skills to collaborate and solve clues in this sabotage on the high seas themed escape room. Teens only. Spaces limited. Registration required. Questions? Contact: [email protected]
Hamilton Sing-Along
Paramus - Main - 116 E. Century Road
Hamilton Sing- Along July 9, 6:30-9:15pm (Thursday) Don’t miss your shot! Join us for a Hamilton Sing-Along as we celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States. Whether you know every word or just enjoy the music, this is a welcoming event for all fans. Lyrics will be provided, and costumes are encouraged (but not required). Be in the room where it happens- we’d love to see you
Crafting with Debbie
Ramsey - Meeting Room
In-Person Program "Sea Glass American Flag" Thursday, July 9th 1:00pm - 2:00pm Celebrate America's 250th Birthday! Take beautiful sea glass and create an American flag. Sign-ups required - Register online **RAMSEY RESIDENTS HAVE PRIORITY REGISTRATION** Questions? Contact Debbie at 2019-327-1445 or [email protected]
Zoophoria: Animal Show for Kids! - Registration Required, Space Limited
Ridgefield Park - Meeting Room
Meet a variety of creatures like reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates! Get hands-on and learn some amazing facts about their diet, habitat, and behavior! Thursday, July 9 th , 2026 6:00 P.M. - 6:45 P.M. Registration is REQUIRED for each child attending the eve nt!
Rock Painting - Drop-In Craft for Ages 7+
Large Meeting Room
Drop-In Craft: Rock Painting - Drop-in and paint a rock for your garden or for a friend. All materials provided, while supplies last. Children 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Program sponsored by the Friends of the Library of River Edge .
Movie Club
River Vale - Community Room
Do you love movies and discussing them with others? Then join the library movie club! This is a watch first, meet later group. Pick up a copy of the movie from the library and watch at your own convenience, then meet at the library on the first Thursday morning of the month for a lively discussion with some light refreshments. Copies will be available at the front desk. Please register to reserve
Dungeon Master Club: Run your own game!
River Vale - Community Room
For Grades 3 - 5 Registration is required. Welcome to the Dungeon Master Club! In this club, we will take turns being the Dungeon Master in our own campaigns! We will start each club by rolling the dice to see who is the DM and who are the players. You will learn how to be a DM by playing and running your game. Bring your plans or just a character and let's get rolling! This club will meet on the
Thriller Book Club: God of the Woods by Liz Moore
Teaneck - Auditorium, Teaneck - Mayor Lizette Parker Memorial Room
While the elevator is not working, this Book Club will meet on the main floor, in the Parker Room. Copies of the book club books will be available for pickup at the front/circulation desk, a month prior to each meeting .
Coffee Talk Book Club
Upper Saddle River - Adult Solarium
Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Teen/YA Candy Bingo
USDR Powers Room
Play Bingo for candy prizes. Registration required . For Upper Saddle River cardholders entering grades 5-12 only. 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 to use them in the library&rsquo
All About Owls with The Raptor Trust
Wallington - Meeting Room
Deepen your understanding of wild birds and environmental stewardship! Students will learn: The habitats where birds thrive, hunt, nest, and migrate The impact of human behavior on wild bird populations Practical ways we can address environmental challenges to support our feathered friends Plus there will be a special owl guest! Registration Required!
Cook the Books!
Wallington - Wallington Veterans Memorial Library
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 The Mediterranean dish : simply dinner : more than 125 easy Mediterranean diet-inspired recipes to eat well and live joyfully by Suzy Karadsheh. Email Risa at [email protected] by June 1st with your top two recipe choices. Sh
Beetle Water Color
Washington Twp - Storytime Room
Make a beautiful water color beetle. Grades 1-5.
Tween Night- Loomed Pot Holder
Washington Twp - Storytime Room
For Grades 3-6. Learn how to make this retro fun craft.
Little Makers Storytime
Westwood - Downstairs Meeting Room
Join us for a fun program for ages 18 months–4 years and their caregivers. Each session features an interactive storytime followed by a hands-on activity inspired by the book. Some sessions will include building with DUPLO bricks, while others will feature creative Play-Doh fun. Children will have time to create, explore, and play while developing early literacy and fine motor skills.