Events

(R) Special Olympics Young Athletes

Hackensack - Auditorium

Saturday, July 11th at 10am for children ages 2-7 Young Athletes is for children ages 2-7 with and without intellectual disabilities. This program focuses on inclusive sports play that teaches skills like balance, jumping, kicking, walking/running, trapping/catching, throwing, striking and foundational skills. Our program is led by trained Young Athletes Coaches and Volunteers who want to share th

[Hybrid] YA Books for Adult Readers Book Club: Song of a Blackbird

Hackensack - Oritani Conference Room, Hackensack - Zoom

We'll be discussing Song of a Blackbird by Maria Van Lieshout. The book may be available digitally through Libby and Hoopla on eBook and eAudiobook. This print book will be available at our circulation desk starting on the day of the previous month's meeting. New members are always welcome! All of our meetings are hybrid so you can join us in person at the Johnson Public Library or via Zoom. Email

Clay Magnet Making for Adults-Hillsdale cardholders prioritized

Hillsdale - Meeting Room

Join artist and instructor Suzanne Augustyn of Terra Color NJ for a fun hands-on workshop where you'll transform pre-made clay shapes into colorful, one-of-a-kind refrigerator magnets. Participants will paint and decorate a selection of clay pieces using acrylic paints and creative techniques, then finish them with magnets to take home and enjoy. No experience necessary—all materials are pro

Family Game Day

Maywood - Lower Level YA area

Join us for some family gaming fun. Choose between video games on the lower YA level tv's or pick a board game to play as a family! 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 limited to) the right to use them in the library’s

KID'S GAMES OF STRATEGY: LEARN HOW TO PLAY SETTLERS OF CATAN

Montvale - Library Activity Room

FOR AGES 10 AND OLDER Ready for a challenge? Learn how to play Settlers of Catan, a game of strategy. This game is beyond basic board games and is great for older kids who enjoy planning, solving problems, and making smart decisions. Every game is different, so there’s always a new way to play! Registration is required.

Dinosaur Adoption and Storytime! - Registration Required, Supplies Limited

Ridgefield Park - Meeting Room, Ridgefield Park - Toddler Room

Join us for a special dinosaur storytime and adopt your own dinosaur! Registration is REQUIRED for each participating child due to limited supplies.

Special Saturday Story Time

River Vale - Community Room

For ages 0-5. Join Miss Rebecca for a Special Saturday Story time! We'll read a fun book, do an activity and a simple craft! Registration is Required

Oil Canvas Painting Class

Rochelle Park - Senior Center

Join us and paint a sunset canvas with Floral Sessions with Ovi! Limited Seating Available. Registration is required. REGISTRATION OPENS ON 6/29/26 at 10 AM For any questions, please contact us!

Family Story Time

Washington Twp - Community Room

Join us for a short story and circle time followed by play time and a craft for older siblings! Please register to be on our mailing list for updates and cancellations.

Antiques Appraisal

Wood-Ridge - Boro Senior Center

Bring your valuables and have them appraised by Jon Felz, Senior Appraiser at RZM Fine Arts and Antiques! Items including, but not limited to fine art, gold and silver coins, cameras, toys, dolls, watches, clocks, books, musical instruments, scientific instruments, fine jewelry, historical documents, silver, flat wear, military items, rugs, quilts and furniture can be appraised. https://rzmantique

Meadowlands Pace

Saturday, July 11, 2026 – The Biggest Party in Harness Racing – the Meadowlands Pace, our signature event! First Race kicks off at 6:20pm. Admission and parking are free. Festivities T-Shirt Giveaway Commemorate the 50th Pace as well as the USMNT with this free soccer themed t-shirt! Giveaway begins 6pm. Rides and Games including mechanical shark, including mechanical shark, rock wall, mega obstac

Meditation

Allendale - Loft

Enjoy the benefits of Meditation in a group setting.

Saturday Storytime

Bogota - Children's Area

Miss Jen is back and so is Saturday Storytime! Families can visit the library for some stories and songs to get your weekend going. Register one child per spot.

Library Closed: Summer Hours

Dumont's Dixon Homestead Library

Music Speaks with Miss Wendy (ages 0-5)

Haworth - Community/Meeting Room

Each Child Must be Registered Separately Dance, Sing and get your groove on with Miss Wendy. Registration begins two weeks before the class is scheduled.

Korean Fairy Tales

Harold Ficke Conference Room

Intermediate or upper-beginner level course! Book required: here Registration required

STORY TIME W/MISS EILEEN

Park Ridge - Library

SUMMER SATURDAY HOURS

Ramsey - Ramsey Library

Saturday Summer hours are 10am - 2pm June: 20th & 27th July: 11th, 18th & 25th August: 1st, 8th, 15, 22nd & 29th We will resume normal Saturday hours on September 12th.

Saturday Story Time

Wood-Ridge - Children's Room

Join Ms. Catherine for a Saturday Story Time! All children under the age of 5 with their caregivers are welcome. Singing, wiggling, and fun for the weekend!

Beginner Korean 1 - (Spring 2026)

Harold Ficke Conference Room

Only for people who know how to read and write Hangul