Events

Tai Chi and Qi Gong

USDR Powers Room

This Program is in person. Registration is required. Lisa Russell is a dedicated Tai Chi and Qi Gong instructor as well as a New Jersey Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist. In these sessions, Lisa will integrate her extensive knowledge and experience to help participants achieve balance, enhance their health, and cultivate inner peace. Registration opens October 1st. Limited to 25 participants

Beaded Scarecrows

Old Tappan - Children's Room

We'll make scarecrow keychains with pipe cleaners and beads. Registration is REQUIRED, Old Tappan Residents only, 1st - 5th grades. Kindergarten students may start in JANUARY Register one child at a time.

Build and Play (Ages 3 and under)

Elmwood Park - Program Room

For our youngest patrons, a chance to socialize and play! Work collaboratively with other engineers and let your inspiration flow. Register to reserve your spot by clicking the blue registration button.

Drop-In Playtime

New Milford - Large Meeting Room

Playtime is best for babies and toddlers up to age 3 . Have some fun and make new friends at this free-play program. Caregiver supervision is required. Registration is not required. For more information please e-mail our children's librarian trainee Shannon O'Brien at: [email protected] or call 201-262-1221 ext 205

Pokemon Club

New Milford - Small Meeting Room

Come and hang out with Pokemon fans! This event will include Pokemon Trading Card Game and activities. Materials are provided. No trading of personal cards is allowed during the program. Registration recommended. Drop-ins welcome when space allows.

Kids Craft Black Cat

Northvale - Children's Room

Registration is required and sign ups for each craft open the week before the event. Please sign up for 1 craft day per week. Each child attending must be signed up. Please contact the library if you can no longer attend so we can let those on the waitlist have a chance

Drumming Circle

The Valley Center for Health and Wellness, 1400 MacArthur Blvd, Mahwah

Stroke and Aneurysm Support Group

Valley Health System - Paramus Campus, 4 Valley Health Plaza, South Tower, First Floor Conference Room B/C

Craft Corner

Oradell - Junior Room

After school crafting club for children ages 7+ Registration is required to ensure proper supplies

Baby & Me

Cresskill - Program Room

Come and listen to some stories, sing some fun songs, and have fun with bubbles with Ms. Marianne! No registration required.

Korean Book Club#1

Cresskill - Program Room

등록필수, 문의: 한인사서 김기원([email protected] / 201-567-3521)

Book Buddies (Ages 2-3 w/adult)

Fair Lawn - Meeting Room

Book Buddies Ages 2 & 3* with an adult partner 30 minutes of simple stories, songs, and fingerplays *3 year old's choose which program based on maturity. One program per child. Fair Lawn Residents Only. Registration Required.

Story Explorers (Ages 3-6)

Fair Lawn - Meeting Room

Story Explorers Ages 3*-6 for independent listeners 30 minutes of advanced stories, rhymes & fingerplays. *3 year old's choose which program based on maturity. One program per child. Fair Lawn Residents Only. Registration Required.

(R) 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library

This program encourages caregivers to read 1,000 books to their children before they enter Kindergarten. Register here and pick up your reading log at the Children’s Desk. If you have multiple children, please fill out one form per child. Bring your log to the library at each milestone for a small reward: 50 books, 100 books, 200 books, 300 books, 400 books, 500 books, 600 books, 700 books,

Inspect Your Gadget

Hackensack - Oritani Conference Room

Need help figuring out your new phone, tablet, e-reader, or laptop? Want to find out about the free e-resources available to you with your library card? Bring your charged-up device & we will answer your questions! Questions? Contact Madelynn, (201) 343-4169 ext. 22, [email protected]

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

Non Library Program

Haworth - Community/Meeting Room

Woman's Club Board Meeting

Haworth - Community/Meeting Room

Meeting for Women's Club of Haworth (Board Meeting).

Play American Mahjongg

John W. Salzig Meeting Room

Come play American Mahjongg with like minded indivduals. Instruction is provided for those who are new to the game, or just come to play.

Legos

Lodi - Children's Room

Make your own Lego creations.