Events

Monday Afternoon Book Club

Wallington - Meeting Room

For the month of September we'll be discussing the big-hearted novel, The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer. Join us for a great discussion! Copies of the book are available for pickup at our circulation desk. Call or email us to reserve a copy today! eBook and eAudiobook are available on the Libby app! eAudiobook is also available on Hoopla ! New members are always welcome! For questio

Mah Jongg Game Group

Washington Twp - Community Room

7/6, 7/20, 8/3, 8/17, 9/14, 9/21. Meet up with your groups and play mah jongg! Please bring your own sets, or check out one of the library's sets with your library card. Coffee and tea will be served. No registration necessary. This is not for formal instruction and is not a class, but we encourage everyone to help each other out! Buffy will be on hand to give tips during the following sessions: 7

YARN THERAPY: EVENING EDITION

Wyckoff - Shotmeyer Room

YARN THERAPY: EVENING EDITION We meet on the 1st and 3rd Monday evening of each month at 7pm in Shotmeyer Room Everyone is welcome but no direct instruction is provided. Bring your latest project to share with the group and spend a pleasant hour chatting, knitting, crocheting or any other craft that includes working with yarn. We love to share new patterns and ideas. We will do our best to answer

Monday Game Time

Oradell - North Reading Room

Fill out this form to reserve a table for open game time for September. Only one registration is needed per table. Priority is given to Oradell residents.

Movies at the Library - Project Hail Mary

Lodi - Upstairs

Project Hail Mary (2026, PG-13, 156 minutes) © Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Inc. In the near future, astronaut Ryland Grace wakes from a coma afflicted with amnesia. He gradually remembers that he was sent to the Tau Ceti solar system, 12 light-years from Earth, to find a means of reversing a solar dimming event that could cause the extinction of humanity. Stars: Ryan Gosling, Milana Vayntrub, Sandra

Other Worlds Book Club (Fantasy & Sci-Fi) - Redshirts by John Scalzi

Teaneck - Auditorium

Redshirts follows lower-ranked crew members on the starship Intrepid who notice an absurdly high, predictable mortality rate whenever they go on away missions. To save themselves, they must subvert reality after discovering they are trapped inside the plot of a poorly written, 21st-century science fiction television show. Copies of the book will be available for pick-up at the Teaneck Library one

Brush Up on Your English

Rutherford Free Public Library

This program is focused on speaking and listening exercises related to real life situations, which will help students to become more confident and develop practical answers with examples, reasons, and supporting opinions. All English language learners who have some basic English skills are welcome! Please email Miss Tati to receive the Zoom link.

Little Maker Monday

Elmwood Park - Program Room

Little Maker Monday is a hands-on, creative workshop designed specifically for curious children ages 3 to 5 . This interactive program sparks early imagination and development through sensory play, simple building projects, and colorful arts and crafts. Registration required as supply may be limited.

Maker Monday

Maywood - Makerspace

Adults and accompanied children are welcome to drop in and use our Makerspace. Materials must be purchased and some tools/materials might not be available. Check-in with staff prior to using the space is required.

Second Monday Book Club

New Milford Public Library

Join us for a lively morning of literary discussion as we explore “Audition,” the tense and compelling novel by acclaimed author Katie Kitamura. Bring your questions, favorite excerpts, and unique perspectives for an engaging morning of group discussion Copies are available at the circulation desk. Register at: https://forms.gle/72yeBAB3tNt7EBKo8 For more information contact Stephanie:

Makerspace

Saddle Brook - Young Adult Area

Make an appointment to complete a personal project. Take advantage of the wide range of craft tools and supplies at our Makerspace such as the heat press, Cricut, mug press, button maker, and sublimation printer. PATRONS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CREATING THEIR OWN DESIGN OR IMAGE . Staff will not imagineer a design for you. Please have your design and ideas prepared and ready to share before scheduling

Teen Tabletop RPG

Northvale - Community Meeting Room: Front

-Go on adventures of your own making while creating memorable stories together along the way with paper, pencils, and lots of dice. -Practice cooperative play, improv the insanity in your imagination, develop the skills to run your own games, and make friends along the way. -Whether you want to speak as a ruler to your people, or quietly plot your next move, there is a place for all types of peopl

Flu Shot Clinic

Health Professions Building

<p>Protect yourself against the flu this season! Receive a free flu vaccination from Bergen’s Health Services, with or without insurance. Register to get your flu shot here. The Flu Shot Clinic will take place in the Health Professions Building, room HP-202.</p>\n

Exhibit: Revolutionary Lives: Living the American Experiment Then and Now

Fair Lawn - Reference Room

The American Revolution created dramatic disruptions and opportunities for the people of New Jersey. While much is known about the challenges faced by the leaders of the conflict, most Americans are less familiar with the experiences of ordinary people. We invite you to explore their lives and how their experiences, views, and choices were shaped by their unique circumstances.

ESL for Beginners

Fair Lawn - Level B Room

Join Kathy for an ESL class for beginners once a week for 12 weeks. Registration is required. This class is for Fair Lawn residents and adults only. Please choose only one class for beginners or intermediate.

Queer Lit Club:

Glen Rock - Quiet Room 1

Join us as we discuss The Great Believers Books are available at the circulation desk for checkout.

Crafternoon

Hackensack - Children's Room

Mondays at 3:30pm for grades K-6 We will be exploring different crafts every week in the Children’s Room! Registration is not required but supplies will be given out on a first come, first served basis. Questions? Contact Gavin at [email protected] or 201-343-4169 x14.

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]

Read to a Dog!

Haworth - Community/Meeting Room

Registration Required For Ages 5-10 yrs Please note- each child must be registered separately

Shade Tree Commission Meeting

Haworth - Quiet/Small Meeting Room